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The Nightfire Quartet #3
Storm of Ink and Blood
Ihr Herz ist gebrochen. Und ihre dunkle Magie könnte zahllose Leben retten – oder ihre ganze Welt zerstören.
Spicy New Adult Romantasy von Bestseller-Autorin Nisha J. Tuli: »Storm of Ink and Blood« ist der 3. Band der Fantasy-Serie »Das Nachtfeuer-Quartett«.
Erschüttert von Rabins Verrat schwört Zarya, ihn endgültig hinter sich zu lassen. Ihr ganzes Herz soll in Zukunft dem Kampf für die Freiheit gehören. Denn im goldenen Ishaan werden die Vanshaj in magische Sklaverei hineingeboren – zur Strafe für ein Verbrechen, das bereits vor Jahrhunderten vergessen wurde.
Zarya ist überzeugt, dass ihre eigene verbotene Magie eng mit dem Schicksal der Vanshaj verbunden ist. Mit Yasen an ihrer Seite schließt sie sich einer Rebellengruppe an und entdeckt bei einem tödlichen Überfall den Schlüssel zur Befreiung der Vanshaj. Um ihn zu nutzen, muss sie sich allerdings eine Macht zu eigen machen, die sie zerreißen könnte. Und nur einer kann ihr die Kraft geben, ihr Schicksal zu erfü derjenige, der ihre Magie entfacht hat; der ihr mehr Freude und mehr Schmerz bringt als jeder andere; die Person, die Zarya nie wieder sehen möchte – Rabin.
Actionreiche Romantasy, die dein Herz garantiert schneller schlagen lässt
Nisha J. Tulis einzigartige Fantasy-Welt ist von indischer Mythologie inspiriert und steckt voller beliebter Found Family, Slow Burn Spicy Romance, Enemies to Lovers to Enemies, Badass Female Main Character, vampirähnliche Wesen, Drachenwandler.
Die New Adult Fantasy-Serie »Das Nachtfeuer-Quartett« erscheint in folgender
Heart of Night and FireDance of Stars and AshesStorm of Ink and BloodQueen of Shadows and RuinEntdecke auch Nisha J. Tulis Romantasy-Bestseller »Die Artefakte von Ouranos«:
Trial of the Sun QueenRule of the Aurora KingFate of the Sun KingTale of the Heart Queen
Spicy New Adult Romantasy von Bestseller-Autorin Nisha J. Tuli: »Storm of Ink and Blood« ist der 3. Band der Fantasy-Serie »Das Nachtfeuer-Quartett«.
Erschüttert von Rabins Verrat schwört Zarya, ihn endgültig hinter sich zu lassen. Ihr ganzes Herz soll in Zukunft dem Kampf für die Freiheit gehören. Denn im goldenen Ishaan werden die Vanshaj in magische Sklaverei hineingeboren – zur Strafe für ein Verbrechen, das bereits vor Jahrhunderten vergessen wurde.
Zarya ist überzeugt, dass ihre eigene verbotene Magie eng mit dem Schicksal der Vanshaj verbunden ist. Mit Yasen an ihrer Seite schließt sie sich einer Rebellengruppe an und entdeckt bei einem tödlichen Überfall den Schlüssel zur Befreiung der Vanshaj. Um ihn zu nutzen, muss sie sich allerdings eine Macht zu eigen machen, die sie zerreißen könnte. Und nur einer kann ihr die Kraft geben, ihr Schicksal zu erfü derjenige, der ihre Magie entfacht hat; der ihr mehr Freude und mehr Schmerz bringt als jeder andere; die Person, die Zarya nie wieder sehen möchte – Rabin.
Actionreiche Romantasy, die dein Herz garantiert schneller schlagen lässt
Nisha J. Tulis einzigartige Fantasy-Welt ist von indischer Mythologie inspiriert und steckt voller beliebter Found Family, Slow Burn Spicy Romance, Enemies to Lovers to Enemies, Badass Female Main Character, vampirähnliche Wesen, Drachenwandler.
Die New Adult Fantasy-Serie »Das Nachtfeuer-Quartett« erscheint in folgender
Heart of Night and FireDance of Stars and AshesStorm of Ink and BloodQueen of Shadows and RuinEntdecke auch Nisha J. Tulis Romantasy-Bestseller »Die Artefakte von Ouranos«:
Trial of the Sun QueenRule of the Aurora KingFate of the Sun KingTale of the Heart Queen
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Published March 1, 2026
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Nisha J Tuli is a USA Today and international bestselling author of glittering fantasy worlds, steamy rom-coms, and kissing scenes full of angst. Her book, Trial of the Sun Queen, went on to become a BookTok hit, selling over a million copies and finding its way into readers' hands around the world. Her book Storm Breaker is currently in development with Amazon MGM for a TV series.
When she isn’t writing or reading, she can be found in the gym or the kitchen (to eat, not to cook) or maybe knitting scarves to survive a Canadian winter. She lives in Manitoba with her husband, their two kids, and their fluffy Samoyed.
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Nisha J Tuli is a USA Today and international bestselling author of glittering fantasy worlds, steamy rom-coms, and kissing scenes full of angst. Her book, Trial of the Sun Queen, went on to become a BookTok hit, selling over a million copies and finding its way into readers' hands around the world. Her book Storm Breaker is currently in development with Amazon MGM for a TV series.
When she isn’t writing or reading, she can be found in the gym or the kitchen (to eat, not to cook) or maybe knitting scarves to survive a Canadian winter. She lives in Manitoba with her husband, their two kids, and their fluffy Samoyed.
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October 9, 2024
"He would have done anything for her in that moment. Torn apart mountains and worlds. Climbed to the moon if she asked. She was his purpose. His destiny."
OH HOW WE'VE BEEN FED IN THIS ONE!!
We got the most relationship development by far in Storm of Ink and Blood, Zarya and Rabin went from her not trusting him, to slowly rebuilding that trust, to being lovers (again), to something even more and then something I wasn't expecting, but it makes perfect sense for them.
Rabin isn't hiding his feelings for Zarya AT ALL, he's completely devoted to her, mind body and soul. It's so refreshing to see.
Like, if anyone went to the school of grovelling, Rabin did. He really made up for his mistakes. Which is not to say that I think their decision to go where they're gonna go at the end of the book is correct, by the way, just putting that out there.
Also, I love how, for him, there was no one else while they were apart, it just proves he's so down bad for her. He's come a looong way from the start of the series and he's almost (but not quite) sharing Yasen's spot on my faves list.
Zarya meanwhile, developed her powers and is so much more confident using them. I also like how Rabin doesn't just encourage her, but helps her along the way (in more ways than one).
I love that she's finally properly embracing her destiny, and that we're taking this journey with her step by step. I may or may not have cried as the prophecy was coming true.
And Yasen, my fav fav favvvvv character, the apple of my eye, my sugar plum, sweetie pie, HAS FOUND A SPECIAL SOMEONE, WE CHEER!!! I wasn't expecting it, but the pairing is perfect.
In every single book, Yasen's friendship with Zarya is the highlight of my reading experience and this one is no different, the way they joke around and care for each other warms my heart.
Because of everything that happened here, I'm expecting an epic battle in the final book, and I'm already telling you, I don't trust You Know Who. Absolutely not. I'm open to being proven wrong, but...we'll see.
And you know, it's not just this series that keeps getting better, but Nisha J. Tuli's writing also. With every single book, she blows me away. This series is now my favourite by her, and if you know me, then you know Cursed Captors, more specifically Wicked is the Reaper, was hard to beat. AND YET.
So if you haven't started The Nightfire Quartet yet, please do. The final book will be out before you know it, and until then, you can enjoy the lovely cliffhanger Nisha left us with.
P. S. That glossary at the beginning? So funny!
P. P. S. I'm really hoping that one line about x character being the death of a different character was just a figure of speech and not foreshadowing.
*Thank you to the publishers and Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
OH HOW WE'VE BEEN FED IN THIS ONE!!
We got the most relationship development by far in Storm of Ink and Blood, Zarya and Rabin went from her not trusting him, to slowly rebuilding that trust, to being lovers (again), to something even more and then something I wasn't expecting, but it makes perfect sense for them.
Rabin isn't hiding his feelings for Zarya AT ALL, he's completely devoted to her, mind body and soul. It's so refreshing to see.
Like, if anyone went to the school of grovelling, Rabin did. He really made up for his mistakes. Which is not to say that I think their decision to go where they're gonna go at the end of the book is correct, by the way, just putting that out there.
Also, I love how, for him, there was no one else while they were apart, it just proves he's so down bad for her. He's come a looong way from the start of the series and he's almost (but not quite) sharing Yasen's spot on my faves list.
Zarya meanwhile, developed her powers and is so much more confident using them. I also like how Rabin doesn't just encourage her, but helps her along the way (in more ways than one).
I love that she's finally properly embracing her destiny, and that we're taking this journey with her step by step. I may or may not have cried as the prophecy was coming true.
And Yasen, my fav fav favvvvv character, the apple of my eye, my sugar plum, sweetie pie, HAS FOUND A SPECIAL SOMEONE, WE CHEER!!! I wasn't expecting it, but the pairing is perfect.
In every single book, Yasen's friendship with Zarya is the highlight of my reading experience and this one is no different, the way they joke around and care for each other warms my heart.
Because of everything that happened here, I'm expecting an epic battle in the final book, and I'm already telling you, I don't trust You Know Who. Absolutely not. I'm open to being proven wrong, but...we'll see.
And you know, it's not just this series that keeps getting better, but Nisha J. Tuli's writing also. With every single book, she blows me away. This series is now my favourite by her, and if you know me, then you know Cursed Captors, more specifically Wicked is the Reaper, was hard to beat. AND YET.
So if you haven't started The Nightfire Quartet yet, please do. The final book will be out before you know it, and until then, you can enjoy the lovely cliffhanger Nisha left us with.
P. S. That glossary at the beginning? So funny!
P. P. S. I'm really hoping that one line about x character being the death of a different character was just a figure of speech and not foreshadowing.
*Thank you to the publishers and Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
October 29, 2024
my favorite part of this Very Important Time Sensitive Rebellion is when she allows herself to be whisked away for three days for sexy time at a fairytale mansion and then comes back acting as if that’s like, a normal thing to do
September 16, 2024
Wow, what a whirlwind of events and emotions in this books! Nisha, you definitely know how to keep us wanting more and that ending!!! I'm going to need a release date for the next book like yesterday!
This is my favorite of the series so far and I love the character growth we've seen from all of our main characters, especially Zarya! I'm so in love with Rabin and love how soft he is for Zarya, even when she was unsure of how to feel towards him. The steamy moments in this book are so delicious!! I honestly couldn't love a group of people more than I do with Zarya and her crew. They are the epitome of the found family trope and will ride or die for each other.
What to expect:
-Enemies to lovers to enemies to...
-Found family
-Unique magic
-Slow burn to spicy romance
-Fated something...
-Touch her and die
Set to release on October 4th and is a must read if you are a fantasy lover! Nisha always amazes me with her books!
Thank you so much to Nisha J. Tuli and her team for allowing me to read and review an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion!
This is my favorite of the series so far and I love the character growth we've seen from all of our main characters, especially Zarya! I'm so in love with Rabin and love how soft he is for Zarya, even when she was unsure of how to feel towards him. The steamy moments in this book are so delicious!! I honestly couldn't love a group of people more than I do with Zarya and her crew. They are the epitome of the found family trope and will ride or die for each other.
What to expect:
-Enemies to lovers to enemies to...
-Found family
-Unique magic
-Slow burn to spicy romance
-Fated something...
-Touch her and die
Set to release on October 4th and is a must read if you are a fantasy lover! Nisha always amazes me with her books!
Thank you so much to Nisha J. Tuli and her team for allowing me to read and review an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion!
January 28, 2025
I am HOOKED on this series! I literally cannot get enough. The world building and the characters are just incredible.
Zarya is one of my favorite FMC & Rabin is just *chef’s kiss*! I cannot wait to see how their story plays out.
Thank you so much to Nisha and her team for the ARC.
Zarya is one of my favorite FMC & Rabin is just *chef’s kiss*! I cannot wait to see how their story plays out.
Thank you so much to Nisha and her team for the ARC.
May 6, 2025
(4.25/5) I have been CRUSHING through these books. Like the other two books, Storm of Ink and Blood is an emotional rollercoaster and so much happens within this book.
Robin, you king of groveling—kisses for you.
A sincere thank you to the UK publisher, Second Sky for gifting me a finished copy of this book, Storm of Ink and Blood.
Robin, you king of groveling—kisses for you.
A sincere thank you to the UK publisher, Second Sky for gifting me a finished copy of this book, Storm of Ink and Blood.
October 3, 2024
A great continuation to the series!
The world building of this series is so great: from the tree/queen to the magic and the bonding aspect.. and I loved the author’s humor in the first pages, it got me cackling!!!
Zarya is much more independent in this book, working towards a goal and she had much growth in this book. Rabin too is coming to terms with his feelings and emotions, their relationship coming out stronger.
I loved how Zarya learned a lot more about her magic and how to use it instead of being afraid of it.
I really can’t wait for the final book to come out!!
The world building of this series is so great: from the tree/queen to the magic and the bonding aspect.. and I loved the author’s humor in the first pages, it got me cackling!!!
Zarya is much more independent in this book, working towards a goal and she had much growth in this book. Rabin too is coming to terms with his feelings and emotions, their relationship coming out stronger.
I loved how Zarya learned a lot more about her magic and how to use it instead of being afraid of it.
I really can’t wait for the final book to come out!!
September 1, 2024
ʙᴏᴏᴋ ᴛɪᴛʟᴇ: Storm of Ink and Blood
ᴀᴜᴛʜᴏʀ: Nisha J. Tuli
ɢᴇɴʀᴇ: Fantasy
ꜱᴏᴜʀᴄᴇ: e-ARC
ʀᴀᴛɪɴɢ: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ꜱᴘɪᴄᴇ: 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
Thank you Second Sky Books and NetGalley for the gifted review copy!
In true Nisha J. Tuli style, she never fails to serve with her books! I was honoured to receive an ARC for SOIAB in exchange for an honest review.
Storm of Ink and Blood is the third book in the captivating Nightfire Quartet Series.
This book takes a completely different turn than the first two books. Were plunged into a new setting and a new motive where our beloved FMC Zarya, shows so much of her character development changed from the first book. We get to see how well developed character Zarya is and how she deals with everything with her new perspectives.
The book takes place in Ishaan, the home of Zarya's half-siblings in Gi'ana. We get to explore a lot more about the secrets that were hidden in the previous books and get to see amazing new characters.
The book is a rollercoaster of emotions. The way the emotions are portrayed is magnificent --- even for the side and new characters.
We are grovelling, explanations, secrets and plot throughout the book and the title is so true to the book.
The book hands down my favourite in the series. The world is so beautiful and different that you don't want to leave. I finished my ARC in less than four hours. There's healing that happens in the story in the background that is so refreshing and healing for our hearts too. The Indian lore and fantasy themes in the story are so point on and gives a wonderful representation to the culture.
Overall, you can expect an action packed, emotional and romance filled read. You're going to be down for an adventure with this one.
ᴀᴜᴛʜᴏʀ: Nisha J. Tuli
ɢᴇɴʀᴇ: Fantasy
ꜱᴏᴜʀᴄᴇ: e-ARC
ʀᴀᴛɪɴɢ: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ꜱᴘɪᴄᴇ: 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
Thank you Second Sky Books and NetGalley for the gifted review copy!
In true Nisha J. Tuli style, she never fails to serve with her books! I was honoured to receive an ARC for SOIAB in exchange for an honest review.
Storm of Ink and Blood is the third book in the captivating Nightfire Quartet Series.
This book takes a completely different turn than the first two books. Were plunged into a new setting and a new motive where our beloved FMC Zarya, shows so much of her character development changed from the first book. We get to see how well developed character Zarya is and how she deals with everything with her new perspectives.
The book takes place in Ishaan, the home of Zarya's half-siblings in Gi'ana. We get to explore a lot more about the secrets that were hidden in the previous books and get to see amazing new characters.
The book is a rollercoaster of emotions. The way the emotions are portrayed is magnificent --- even for the side and new characters.
We are grovelling, explanations, secrets and plot throughout the book and the title is so true to the book.
The book hands down my favourite in the series. The world is so beautiful and different that you don't want to leave. I finished my ARC in less than four hours. There's healing that happens in the story in the background that is so refreshing and healing for our hearts too. The Indian lore and fantasy themes in the story are so point on and gives a wonderful representation to the culture.
Overall, you can expect an action packed, emotional and romance filled read. You're going to be down for an adventure with this one.
October 14, 2024
This review was originally posted on Books of My Heart
Review copy was received from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
3.5 hearts
Storm of Ink and Blood is the third installment of the Nightfire Quartet, following Zarya on her journey from basically a captive in a small area growing up mostly alone with her adoptive father to the chosen one who will save them all. I want to thank Nasha J Tuli for the fun glossary introduction cast of characters review. It did great at getting the reader back up to speed with who all the important characters are and a little snippet of their part in our story.
Zarya is basically hiding from Rabin in the city of Ishaan with Yasen. They may have went there with the intention of Zarya introducing herself to her half siblings, the Prince and Princess, but after arriving in the city it was clear that Vanshaj are treated really poorly and Zarya end up supporting the revolution in the city aiming to free them. Yasen is of course eager to help Zarya in this new adventure and is having a great time in a new city away from the expectations of his family. But we, the reader, know that the magical bond Zarya and Rabin share is going to mean they will have to work out their issues soon.
Zarya needs to learn more about her secret six anchor if she is ever going to be able to help the Vanshaj. The thing is she has a lack of control on her own. This could be due to focus as she is still fixated on Rabin or just on the time she has had with learning how to use her powers. Rabin has spent his time wisely though after returning to Andhera and Zarya's fathers court. He is learning more about the bond and how to control the dreamscape they can enter together. I was the most interested in this part of the story since Zarya's father is a bit of the unknown and Rabin seems to trust him but the prophecy Zarya is in the middle of seems to indicate he will kill her and steal her magic. There are some pretty big hints in this that Raja (Zarya's father), isn't really a good person and probably has done some pretty horrendous things but we will see how that all plays out in the next book I have some theories though from the hints dropped.
The romance and communication between Zarya and Rabin was at the forefront of the story and got a lot of time. My issue with the last book revolved around a miscommunication and Zayra's overinflated (in my opinion) reaction to it. But that said, I was happy to see how their relationship progressed in Storm of Ink and Blood. Zarya is growing to trust herself more and more and because of that, she will give Rabin the benefit of the doubt. Rabin also does a great job of just expressing how he is feeling and never leaves Zarya in any doubt of his intension or wants. I liked that he was so honest with her.
We didn't get a lot of time with the darkness that has been leaking into the realm and the demons that come from it. I do hope in the next book of the series this is explored more and we get some answers on that. I also would have loved to see Amrita, but she is busy being a tree and we get a small cameo of Vikram being grumpy and controlling. Hopefully that arc will sus out a bit more in the next book.
I am looking forward to seeing the wrap of of the series in the final book. I have a few theories about Rabin's tatoo of a dragon, the bond between him and Zarya, Amrita and her tree transformation and the world in general. There are a lot of things to get some closure on and so it should be a wild ride to get to the end. Just happy that Rabin, Yasen and Zarya seem to be going into it all together.
Narration:
The nice thing about Shiromi Arserio as the narrator is I think she captures the feel of Asian culture in this. Her pronunciations and diction are fantastic for all of the worlds that source from Asian/Indian lore. She did well with all character voices and making them seem distinct and easy to tell who was speaking. My only complaint is really that I perfect multiple narrators if there are different PoVs but Shiromi did very well with both PoVs and capturing the different voice and feel of each. I was able to listen to this at my usual 1.5x speed.
Listen to a clip: HERE
Review copy was received from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
3.5 hearts
Storm of Ink and Blood is the third installment of the Nightfire Quartet, following Zarya on her journey from basically a captive in a small area growing up mostly alone with her adoptive father to the chosen one who will save them all. I want to thank Nasha J Tuli for the fun glossary introduction cast of characters review. It did great at getting the reader back up to speed with who all the important characters are and a little snippet of their part in our story.
Zarya is basically hiding from Rabin in the city of Ishaan with Yasen. They may have went there with the intention of Zarya introducing herself to her half siblings, the Prince and Princess, but after arriving in the city it was clear that Vanshaj are treated really poorly and Zarya end up supporting the revolution in the city aiming to free them. Yasen is of course eager to help Zarya in this new adventure and is having a great time in a new city away from the expectations of his family. But we, the reader, know that the magical bond Zarya and Rabin share is going to mean they will have to work out their issues soon.
Zarya needs to learn more about her secret six anchor if she is ever going to be able to help the Vanshaj. The thing is she has a lack of control on her own. This could be due to focus as she is still fixated on Rabin or just on the time she has had with learning how to use her powers. Rabin has spent his time wisely though after returning to Andhera and Zarya's fathers court. He is learning more about the bond and how to control the dreamscape they can enter together. I was the most interested in this part of the story since Zarya's father is a bit of the unknown and Rabin seems to trust him but the prophecy Zarya is in the middle of seems to indicate he will kill her and steal her magic. There are some pretty big hints in this that Raja (Zarya's father), isn't really a good person and probably has done some pretty horrendous things but we will see how that all plays out in the next book I have some theories though from the hints dropped.
The romance and communication between Zarya and Rabin was at the forefront of the story and got a lot of time. My issue with the last book revolved around a miscommunication and Zayra's overinflated (in my opinion) reaction to it. But that said, I was happy to see how their relationship progressed in Storm of Ink and Blood. Zarya is growing to trust herself more and more and because of that, she will give Rabin the benefit of the doubt. Rabin also does a great job of just expressing how he is feeling and never leaves Zarya in any doubt of his intension or wants. I liked that he was so honest with her.
"I love you. The more I'm with you, the more I love you. I want a name for us. I want to be the world to one another, and I want everyone to know it."
We didn't get a lot of time with the darkness that has been leaking into the realm and the demons that come from it. I do hope in the next book of the series this is explored more and we get some answers on that. I also would have loved to see Amrita, but she is busy being a tree and we get a small cameo of Vikram being grumpy and controlling. Hopefully that arc will sus out a bit more in the next book.
I am looking forward to seeing the wrap of of the series in the final book. I have a few theories about Rabin's tatoo of a dragon, the bond between him and Zarya, Amrita and her tree transformation and the world in general. There are a lot of things to get some closure on and so it should be a wild ride to get to the end. Just happy that Rabin, Yasen and Zarya seem to be going into it all together.
Narration:
The nice thing about Shiromi Arserio as the narrator is I think she captures the feel of Asian culture in this. Her pronunciations and diction are fantastic for all of the worlds that source from Asian/Indian lore. She did well with all character voices and making them seem distinct and easy to tell who was speaking. My only complaint is really that I perfect multiple narrators if there are different PoVs but Shiromi did very well with both PoVs and capturing the different voice and feel of each. I was able to listen to this at my usual 1.5x speed.
Listen to a clip: HERE
October 14, 2024
This review was originally posted on Books of My Heart
Review copy was received from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
3.5 hearts
Storm of Ink and Blood is the third installment of the Nightfire Quartet, following Zarya on her journey from basically a captive in a small area growing up mostly alone with her adoptive father to the chosen one who will save them all. I want to thank Nasha J Tuli for the fun glossary introduction cast of characters review. It did great at getting the reader back up to speed with who all the important characters are and a little snippet of their part in our story.
Zarya is basically hiding from Rabin in the city of Ishaan with Yasen. They may have went there with the intention of Zarya introducing herself to her half siblings, the Prince and Princess, but after arriving in the city it was clear that Vanshaj are treated really poorly and Zarya end up supporting the revolution in the city aiming to free them. Yasen is of course eager to help Zarya in this new adventure and is having a great time in a new city away from the expectations of his family. But we, the reader, know that the magical bond Zarya and Rabin share is going to mean they will have to work out their issues soon.
Zarya needs to learn more about her secret six anchor if she is ever going to be able to help the Vanshaj. The thing is she has a lack of control on her own. This could be due to focus as she is still fixated on Rabin or just on the time she has had with learning how to use her powers. Rabin has spent his time wisely though after returning to Andhera and Zarya's fathers court. He is learning more about the bond and how to control the dreamscape they can enter together. I was the most interested in this part of the story since Zarya's father is a bit of the unknown and Rabin seems to trust him but the prophecy Zarya is in the middle of seems to indicate he will kill her and steal her magic. There are some pretty big hints in this that Raja (Zarya's father), isn't really a good person and probably has done some pretty horrendous things but we will see how that all plays out in the next book I have some theories though from the hints dropped.
The romance and communication between Zarya and Rabin was at the forefront of the story and got a lot of time. My issue with the last book revolved around a miscommunication and Zayra's overinflated (in my opinion) reaction to it. But that said, I was happy to see how their relationship progressed in Storm of Ink and Blood. Zarya is growing to trust herself more and more and because of that, she will give Rabin the benefit of the doubt. Rabin also does a great job of just expressing how he is feeling and never leaves Zarya in any doubt of his intension or wants. I liked that he was so honest with her.
We didn't get a lot of time with the darkness that has been leaking into the realm and the demons that come from it. I do hope in the next book of the series this is explored more and we get some answers on that. I also would have loved to see Amrita, but she is busy being a tree and we get a small cameo of Vikram being grumpy and controlling. Hopefully that arc will sus out a bit more in the next book.
I am looking forward to seeing the wrap of of the series in the final book. I have a few theories about Rabin's tattoo of a dragon, the bond between him and Zarya, Amrita and her tree transformation and the world in general. There are a lot of things to get some closure on and so it should be a wild ride to get to the end. Just happy that Rabin, Yasen and Zarya seem to be going into it all together.
Review copy was received from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
3.5 hearts
Storm of Ink and Blood is the third installment of the Nightfire Quartet, following Zarya on her journey from basically a captive in a small area growing up mostly alone with her adoptive father to the chosen one who will save them all. I want to thank Nasha J Tuli for the fun glossary introduction cast of characters review. It did great at getting the reader back up to speed with who all the important characters are and a little snippet of their part in our story.
Zarya is basically hiding from Rabin in the city of Ishaan with Yasen. They may have went there with the intention of Zarya introducing herself to her half siblings, the Prince and Princess, but after arriving in the city it was clear that Vanshaj are treated really poorly and Zarya end up supporting the revolution in the city aiming to free them. Yasen is of course eager to help Zarya in this new adventure and is having a great time in a new city away from the expectations of his family. But we, the reader, know that the magical bond Zarya and Rabin share is going to mean they will have to work out their issues soon.
Zarya needs to learn more about her secret six anchor if she is ever going to be able to help the Vanshaj. The thing is she has a lack of control on her own. This could be due to focus as she is still fixated on Rabin or just on the time she has had with learning how to use her powers. Rabin has spent his time wisely though after returning to Andhera and Zarya's fathers court. He is learning more about the bond and how to control the dreamscape they can enter together. I was the most interested in this part of the story since Zarya's father is a bit of the unknown and Rabin seems to trust him but the prophecy Zarya is in the middle of seems to indicate he will kill her and steal her magic. There are some pretty big hints in this that Raja (Zarya's father), isn't really a good person and probably has done some pretty horrendous things but we will see how that all plays out in the next book I have some theories though from the hints dropped.
The romance and communication between Zarya and Rabin was at the forefront of the story and got a lot of time. My issue with the last book revolved around a miscommunication and Zayra's overinflated (in my opinion) reaction to it. But that said, I was happy to see how their relationship progressed in Storm of Ink and Blood. Zarya is growing to trust herself more and more and because of that, she will give Rabin the benefit of the doubt. Rabin also does a great job of just expressing how he is feeling and never leaves Zarya in any doubt of his intension or wants. I liked that he was so honest with her.
"I love you. The more I'm with you, the more I love you. I want a name for us. I want to be the world to one another, and I want everyone to know it."
We didn't get a lot of time with the darkness that has been leaking into the realm and the demons that come from it. I do hope in the next book of the series this is explored more and we get some answers on that. I also would have loved to see Amrita, but she is busy being a tree and we get a small cameo of Vikram being grumpy and controlling. Hopefully that arc will sus out a bit more in the next book.
I am looking forward to seeing the wrap of of the series in the final book. I have a few theories about Rabin's tattoo of a dragon, the bond between him and Zarya, Amrita and her tree transformation and the world in general. There are a lot of things to get some closure on and so it should be a wild ride to get to the end. Just happy that Rabin, Yasen and Zarya seem to be going into it all together.
October 29, 2024
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC.
I don't know why I put off reading this out of fear that I wouldn't remember what happened in the previous book. Nisha gives the best who's who at the beginning of the book and the first few chapters made it so easy to slip back into this world!
I am fully invested in Zarya at this point and cannot wait to see how her story continues in the finale of this quartet. This world is so easy to read with some fantastic characters to love. It's a fast paced read throughout, no chapter feels like it shouldn't be there.
I've be sad to see this quartet end but cannot wait to find out what happens in the conclusion!
I don't know why I put off reading this out of fear that I wouldn't remember what happened in the previous book. Nisha gives the best who's who at the beginning of the book and the first few chapters made it so easy to slip back into this world!
I am fully invested in Zarya at this point and cannot wait to see how her story continues in the finale of this quartet. This world is so easy to read with some fantastic characters to love. It's a fast paced read throughout, no chapter feels like it shouldn't be there.
I've be sad to see this quartet end but cannot wait to find out what happens in the conclusion!
March 13, 2025
I am thoroughly enjoying this series, every aspect is so beautifully written that I appreciate every word. The descriptions of the culture, the architecture, food, clothing, everything is so vivid and imaginative I can really visualise the places Zaria visits. The mentions of food have my mouth watering every time.
Nisha perfectly balances the descriptive language with the plot and character interactions, I didn't feel overwhelmed with the world building, everything felt necessary and useful to the story.
The characters relationships progressed throughout the story in a very exciting way, I feel so invested in their story, and yet I'm constantly holding my breath waiting for another betrayal or surprise.
I can't wait to see how this series concludes. If you enjoy an epic fantasy with spicy romance this is definitely a series to pick up!
Nisha perfectly balances the descriptive language with the plot and character interactions, I didn't feel overwhelmed with the world building, everything felt necessary and useful to the story.
The characters relationships progressed throughout the story in a very exciting way, I feel so invested in their story, and yet I'm constantly holding my breath waiting for another betrayal or surprise.
I can't wait to see how this series concludes. If you enjoy an epic fantasy with spicy romance this is definitely a series to pick up!
October 7, 2024
Nisha never disappoints me. We continue Zarya’s story as she discovers more about her past and her powers. She also works with bestie Yasan (we love) to basically start a revolution. Can still trust Rabin after book 2…. 🤷♀️ but their steamy romance is perfection.
October 11, 2024
3.5
i like the characters and wordbulding but everything is too easy, with not a very good excecution
i like the characters and wordbulding but everything is too easy, with not a very good excecution
September 7, 2024
this might be my favorite book out of the series yet. nisha u have never failed me and i love u for that. tbh this was even better than the previous book, even more fast paced, it felt a little filler-y but i devoured every single detail of it, seeing zarya discovering her magic n full potential was literally everything esp knowing that she was very powerless before, i love how this book really shows how far she has come since the first book. rabinzarya's romance had me by the throat theres something about intertwined lovers that will always get me and nisha knew what she was doing and rabinzarya just served it so well. Also yasen my glorious king u will always be loved, his and zarya's friendship just keeps getting better and better every time and i live for it. my absolute favorite platonic soulmates. And im so glad yasen has His person now even tho hes in denial and thinks theyre just messing around but ive seen this before :) also rabin growling was one of my favorite things they dont do #real growling like this anymore. the last bit of the book was so nerve racking i was literally on edge the entire time, im very satisfied with the ending although that last silly cliffhanger made me sigh a little but i genuinely cant wait for zarya to meet yk who for the first time ever in the next book, it should be interesting. i settled on giving this a 4.25 stars i really enjoyed it and cant wait for the next one
thank you so much nisha, second sky and her team for sending me this arc
thank you so much nisha, second sky and her team for sending me this arc
February 2, 2025
I voluntarily read and reviewed a review copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. - arc & monthly book box pick reviewer
I am a huge fan of Nisha J. Tuli's writing, so I admit that I love anything she writes. Specifically, I love the found family bond between her characters, the ferocious female protagonist, and the sexy, powerful, protective but encouraging male protagonist/love interest who is there to support our heroine no matter what.
In this volume, Zarya and Yasen are finally independent and free to pursue their goals and desires, outside of other people's expectations and orders. It was nice to see what they chose for themselves. They join a rebellion and are determined to free people and help those in need. Of course, the moment when Zarya meets her maternal family comes, and everything explodes--literally and metaphorically.
Rabin grovels like the good man that he is, and he supports Zarya in her choices. He admits to his mistakes but also stands his ground and thankfully shows off his dragon AND his military, strategic mind.
I give 4 stars because I believe the book would have benefited if it was shorter. I also think that Zarya was a little over the place, more than usual. Who leaves a rebellion and her best friend and only writes a note?! II would also have liked if the spice came after the trust's return, but Rabin is a man we would all climb (or ride lmao or both)
Can't believe it got me so long to read this. I had actually receive it as an eARC but drowned in arcs in general at that time, so it took me a long while to return BUT it's good timing since I just received the eARC for the next and final book in the series!! So onto that one, I go!
If you love romantasy, strong female heroines, and delicious supportive love interests as well as a hilarious and supportive BFF, then this series is for you!!
Also, check out Nisha's other series! Her writing is golden!
I am a huge fan of Nisha J. Tuli's writing, so I admit that I love anything she writes. Specifically, I love the found family bond between her characters, the ferocious female protagonist, and the sexy, powerful, protective but encouraging male protagonist/love interest who is there to support our heroine no matter what.
In this volume, Zarya and Yasen are finally independent and free to pursue their goals and desires, outside of other people's expectations and orders. It was nice to see what they chose for themselves. They join a rebellion and are determined to free people and help those in need. Of course, the moment when Zarya meets her maternal family comes, and everything explodes--literally and metaphorically.
Rabin grovels like the good man that he is, and he supports Zarya in her choices. He admits to his mistakes but also stands his ground and thankfully shows off his dragon AND his military, strategic mind.
I give 4 stars because I believe the book would have benefited if it was shorter. I also think that Zarya was a little over the place, more than usual. Who leaves a rebellion and her best friend and only writes a note?! II would also have liked if the spice came after the trust's return, but Rabin is a man we would all climb (or ride lmao or both)
Can't believe it got me so long to read this. I had actually receive it as an eARC but drowned in arcs in general at that time, so it took me a long while to return BUT it's good timing since I just received the eARC for the next and final book in the series!! So onto that one, I go!
If you love romantasy, strong female heroines, and delicious supportive love interests as well as a hilarious and supportive BFF, then this series is for you!!
Also, check out Nisha's other series! Her writing is golden!
October 4, 2024
Book: Storm of Ink and Blood (ARC)
Author: Nisha J. Tuli
Genre: Romantasy
Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
"I would have waited until the sun burned out of the sky, Spitfire.
Oh god, I LOVE THIS SERIES. I love all of Nisha's work, but man, THIS SERIES!! I have arc read all of Nisha's books, and its been truly amazing to see the spectacular books she puts out.
Tropes include
- Groveling
- found family
- Touch her and Die
- Dragon Shifter
- Enemies to lovers to enemies
- chosen one
- prophecy
and some spoilery spicy tropes
-
After Rabins' betrayal, Zarya and Yasen head to Zarya's mothers kindgom, and join a rebellion against the royals, who have been in charge of supressing magic through neck tats.
This book has a ton of action, and its nice to see Zarya absoultley come into herself while being seperated from Rabin, and doing things for HERSELF, while attempting to fulfil a prophecy.
Rabin, also has huge character growth and constantly puts Zarya before himself, and I just love this for them. He is constantly challenging her, and call's her out when its needed. He shows Zarya such a beautiful, sweet soft side of him that we haven't experienced yet. Is he a cinnamon roll under all those abs? The spice, is fantastic, as always.
Yasen, is my second-favorite side character. I love him and Zarya's friendship - absolute platonic bestie soulmates, I could read about them forever.
I can't wait to see how this quartet will end, theres a lot of unanswered questions and people Z still needs to meet - so I am interested to see how that goes down.
This book is out today, October 4th and an absolute MUST for any romantasy babe.
Thanks so much to Nisha, Second Sky Books and Netgalley for the ARC, always an absolute honor.
Author: Nisha J. Tuli
Genre: Romantasy
Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
"I would have waited until the sun burned out of the sky, Spitfire.
Oh god, I LOVE THIS SERIES. I love all of Nisha's work, but man, THIS SERIES!! I have arc read all of Nisha's books, and its been truly amazing to see the spectacular books she puts out.
Tropes include
- Groveling
- found family
- Touch her and Die
- Dragon Shifter
- Enemies to lovers to enemies
- chosen one
- prophecy
and some spoilery spicy tropes
-
After Rabins' betrayal, Zarya and Yasen head to Zarya's mothers kindgom, and join a rebellion against the royals, who have been in charge of supressing magic through neck tats.
This book has a ton of action, and its nice to see Zarya absoultley come into herself while being seperated from Rabin, and doing things for HERSELF, while attempting to fulfil a prophecy.
Rabin, also has huge character growth and constantly puts Zarya before himself, and I just love this for them. He is constantly challenging her, and call's her out when its needed. He shows Zarya such a beautiful, sweet soft side of him that we haven't experienced yet. Is he a cinnamon roll under all those abs? The spice, is fantastic, as always.
Yasen, is my second-favorite side character. I love him and Zarya's friendship - absolute platonic bestie soulmates, I could read about them forever.
I can't wait to see how this quartet will end, theres a lot of unanswered questions and people Z still needs to meet - so I am interested to see how that goes down.
This book is out today, October 4th and an absolute MUST for any romantasy babe.
Thanks so much to Nisha, Second Sky Books and Netgalley for the ARC, always an absolute honor.
Did not finish
September 20, 2025DNF at 50%. Everything was just easy and spoon-fed to readers. There’s never build up or development which leaves it too simplistic to hold my interest.
Frustrations with the romance specifically: the MC’s were separated for first half of book because Z was mad at him for betraying her. This felt like a perfect opportunity for tension and for her to make him earn trust back, so I was okay with the need for separation. When they finally made contact, she initially refused to listen at all, then on the second round he gives the weakest apology, with barely any new info, and she immediately forgives and runs into his arms? Lame. It made the whole separation feel childish (and like the real reason is so she could hookup with other people with an “excuse” that she didn’t actually care about). So I felt like I was bored for half a book for no reason.
Not only did he lie to her, but he doubled down and ran straight back to her evil dad which should have made her more concerned since this was why she was pretending to be cold to him this whole time. This invalidated her stance and made her seem petty. I lost a lot of respect for her character and the relationship felt cheap and just convenient more than a real, deep, connection.
And Rabin, dude, have some self-respect. Sad to watch this guy take scraps from people who just want to use him.
Frustrations with the romance specifically: the MC’s were separated for first half of book because Z was mad at him for betraying her. This felt like a perfect opportunity for tension and for her to make him earn trust back, so I was okay with the need for separation. When they finally made contact, she initially refused to listen at all, then on the second round he gives the weakest apology, with barely any new info, and she immediately forgives and runs into his arms? Lame. It made the whole separation feel childish (and like the real reason is so she could hookup with other people with an “excuse” that she didn’t actually care about). So I felt like I was bored for half a book for no reason.
Not only did he lie to her, but he doubled down and ran straight back to her evil dad which should have made her more concerned since this was why she was pretending to be cold to him this whole time. This invalidated her stance and made her seem petty. I lost a lot of respect for her character and the relationship felt cheap and just convenient more than a real, deep, connection.
And Rabin, dude, have some self-respect. Sad to watch this guy take scraps from people who just want to use him.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 7, 2025
5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Storm of Ink & Blood
Author: Nisha J Tuli
Nightfire Quartet Book #3
Thank you so much Netgalley and Second Sky publishing for this ARC! Just like the first two, I adored this! I have a hard time reviewing third books in a series without giving anything major away, or spoilers so I’m going to do my best here. This book picks up right after book 2 with Zarya feeling hurt, and betrayed but also more determined then ever to figure out what this strange and dark magic inside of her is. She ends up joining a band of rebels that are trying to free the vanshaj citizens of the city of Ishaan from magical slavery. The magic system in this series is very unique, and I love all of the side characters almost as much as the main two. It’s a beautiful romantasy series that makes me feel all of the things. I thought Trial of the Sun Queen was my favorite, but after reading this series I’m not sure. I just love Nisha. 😭. March can’t come soon enough! Also, audio narration was great as well. Please add this series to your romantasy list!
Storm of Ink & Blood
Author: Nisha J Tuli
Nightfire Quartet Book #3
Thank you so much Netgalley and Second Sky publishing for this ARC! Just like the first two, I adored this! I have a hard time reviewing third books in a series without giving anything major away, or spoilers so I’m going to do my best here. This book picks up right after book 2 with Zarya feeling hurt, and betrayed but also more determined then ever to figure out what this strange and dark magic inside of her is. She ends up joining a band of rebels that are trying to free the vanshaj citizens of the city of Ishaan from magical slavery. The magic system in this series is very unique, and I love all of the side characters almost as much as the main two. It’s a beautiful romantasy series that makes me feel all of the things. I thought Trial of the Sun Queen was my favorite, but after reading this series I’m not sure. I just love Nisha. 😭. March can’t come soon enough! Also, audio narration was great as well. Please add this series to your romantasy list!
September 14, 2024
I am incredibly willing to put my life on the line to be Rabin's pretty girl, okay?
God. Where to even start with this review? Nisha J Tuli's writing gets better and better and this book truly blew me away. I wish I had the sort of willpower where I wouldn't have devoured this in mere hours, but unfortunately it's over now and I will be deeply distraught until the final installment is in my greedy little hands.
"I love you. The more I'm with you, the more I love you. I want a name for us. I want to be the world to one another, and I want everyone to know it."
HE IS SO SWEET, I SWEAR. I need more. Immediately. I don't want to hint at ANY of what happens in this book because I want to leave you all the spoiler-free space to be giggling and shrieking "AW" and kicking your feet like I was. But please know that I love this book immensely and that I was captivated start to finish. Nisha upped the spice-ante and somehow maintained the incredibly precious feel of their love story simultaneously. She continued building on this exceptional, rich world's lore and had it follow in its siblings' footsteps as a beautifully unique fantasy. It's well balanced and absolutely everything I look for in a romantasy.
Five stars. No notes.
Thank you SO much to Nisha J Tuli, Second Sky, and Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
God. Where to even start with this review? Nisha J Tuli's writing gets better and better and this book truly blew me away. I wish I had the sort of willpower where I wouldn't have devoured this in mere hours, but unfortunately it's over now and I will be deeply distraught until the final installment is in my greedy little hands.
"I love you. The more I'm with you, the more I love you. I want a name for us. I want to be the world to one another, and I want everyone to know it."
HE IS SO SWEET, I SWEAR. I need more. Immediately. I don't want to hint at ANY of what happens in this book because I want to leave you all the spoiler-free space to be giggling and shrieking "AW" and kicking your feet like I was. But please know that I love this book immensely and that I was captivated start to finish. Nisha upped the spice-ante and somehow maintained the incredibly precious feel of their love story simultaneously. She continued building on this exceptional, rich world's lore and had it follow in its siblings' footsteps as a beautifully unique fantasy. It's well balanced and absolutely everything I look for in a romantasy.
Five stars. No notes.
Thank you SO much to Nisha J Tuli, Second Sky, and Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
January 18, 2025
This has been a very easy series to get through so far & I've enjoyed it, although if i were to compare it her other series, i'd say it's a little weaker. I enjoyed the rebellion plot, but the romance aspect doesn't have me as emotional like other fantasy books probably dud to not connecting the main characters as much as I had hoped
December 12, 2024
I will physically combust every day until book four comes out.
March 2, 2025
I am enjoying this series so much! I was holding my breath for the entire ending of this one. I can’t wait to see how this series is going to come to a close with the next book!
February 26, 2025
Hands down, probably one of the most enjoyable, well crafted fantasy series I’ve read in a long while. I absolutely love these characters and this story- I can’t wait to read the last book and am also so sad it’s almost over.
November 3, 2024
CAN'T WAIT
April 25, 2025
Disappointing & lacking
October 4, 2024
Review: Storm of Ink and Blood (The Nightfire Quartet, book 3)
Release date: October 4, 2024
“She was the sunshine to his storm. The perfect ray of light piercing through the layers of darkness.”
“𝙎𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙢. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙥𝙞𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨.”
TLDR: Fantasy lovers, pick up this series, starting with the Heart of Night and Fire. You won’t regret adding it to your TBR!
Rating: 4/5
Spice level: 3/5
Plot: What an amazing, action-filled book! It was a great third book. It’s so common for middle books to feel like fillers for the finale, but it didn’t feel that way at all. The story, the discoveries, the secrets continued and were engaging till the last page. Another great thing about this one is that, removing the romance, the story still stands strong. It’s clear that the romance is a supporting part of the FMC’s development as she figures out who she is and what she stands for.
Characters: Nisha writes bad-ass FMCs and Zarya is no exception. She is strong-willed, funny, a great friend, occasionally impulsive, and I love it. She really digs into herself in this book, doing everything she can to help others. I can’t wait to see what she does in the next book.
The MMC is so smitten, it was heart-wrenching to read. He clearly will do anything he can to help Zarya. I appreciated getting to see a bit more of his life in this one, it provided a better understanding for us readers to see why he did what he did in the last book.
Spice: The spice in this one is GOOD. It is explicit, open door (in case that makes some uncomfortable), but the book has a tasteful amount, and as usual with Nisha, it is well-written.
Cons: Very few. There were some characters that I would’ve liked to see more of, but that may be coming in the next book!
Highly recommend adding this series to your ever-growing list of fantasy reads. I can’t wait for it to be released on October 4th! Thank you to Nisha and Second Sky for providing me with an ARC, it was such an honour.
Release date: October 4, 2024
“She was the sunshine to his storm. The perfect ray of light piercing through the layers of darkness.”
“𝙎𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙢. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙥𝙞𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨.”
TLDR: Fantasy lovers, pick up this series, starting with the Heart of Night and Fire. You won’t regret adding it to your TBR!
Rating: 4/5
Spice level: 3/5
Plot: What an amazing, action-filled book! It was a great third book. It’s so common for middle books to feel like fillers for the finale, but it didn’t feel that way at all. The story, the discoveries, the secrets continued and were engaging till the last page. Another great thing about this one is that, removing the romance, the story still stands strong. It’s clear that the romance is a supporting part of the FMC’s development as she figures out who she is and what she stands for.
Characters: Nisha writes bad-ass FMCs and Zarya is no exception. She is strong-willed, funny, a great friend, occasionally impulsive, and I love it. She really digs into herself in this book, doing everything she can to help others. I can’t wait to see what she does in the next book.
The MMC is so smitten, it was heart-wrenching to read. He clearly will do anything he can to help Zarya. I appreciated getting to see a bit more of his life in this one, it provided a better understanding for us readers to see why he did what he did in the last book.
Spice: The spice in this one is GOOD. It is explicit, open door (in case that makes some uncomfortable), but the book has a tasteful amount, and as usual with Nisha, it is well-written.
Cons: Very few. There were some characters that I would’ve liked to see more of, but that may be coming in the next book!
Highly recommend adding this series to your ever-growing list of fantasy reads. I can’t wait for it to be released on October 4th! Thank you to Nisha and Second Sky for providing me with an ARC, it was such an honour.
August 30, 2024
Many thanks to the author and BookFunnel for an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.
This book was finished in 48 hours. Namely because Nisha left us hanging by a thread after the last book, and then because every chapter in this one did the same. These were my favorite very underrated tropes:
✅ Dragon shifter MMC
✅ THE BEST BFF relationship rivaled only by the Inner Circle
✅ Indian lore and fantasy
✅ A hilarious glossary of characters, places and objects at the start of the book
✅ Healing parental relationships
✅ Touch her and die 100,000 painful deaths
✅ Did I mention Rabin is a frigging dragon?
Okay...so back to the review. Zarya is now on a mission to save the world. Rabin is on a mission to save his relationship, and Yasen is well...still the best thing about this series.
SOIAB managed to pack a hefty punch with world-saving, grovelling (we could have used a little more grovelling if I'm being honest, but there was humanity to save I guess), getting mercilessly teased by your best friend (everyone deserves a Yasen in their life), and a whole lot of confusion about what family truly means and the people we chose vs. the people we're born into.
This series is hands down my favorite of this author. The world is beautiful and lively and full of colorful characters and fantastical creatures. The relationships are endearing and bittersweet. The romance actually may be the least interesting thing about this series but that's not a bad thing.
Rabin is hot (the man's a dragon) and bossy and wants what he wants. Zarya really has come a long way and owns her power and destiny. She's just as stubborn as Rabin. The push and pull is enjoyable to read, but the book was so much bigger than their relationship. I was rooting for everyone in the circle to be free to have their own happy endings.
All in all, this was fantastic third book. If you're looking for a different kind of romantasy with all types of mythical creatures and magic, do not sleep on the Nightfire Quartet.
Publish date: October 4, 2024
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
This book was finished in 48 hours. Namely because Nisha left us hanging by a thread after the last book, and then because every chapter in this one did the same. These were my favorite very underrated tropes:
✅ Dragon shifter MMC
✅ THE BEST BFF relationship rivaled only by the Inner Circle
✅ Indian lore and fantasy
✅ A hilarious glossary of characters, places and objects at the start of the book
✅ Healing parental relationships
✅ Touch her and die 100,000 painful deaths
✅ Did I mention Rabin is a frigging dragon?
Okay...so back to the review. Zarya is now on a mission to save the world. Rabin is on a mission to save his relationship, and Yasen is well...still the best thing about this series.
SOIAB managed to pack a hefty punch with world-saving, grovelling (we could have used a little more grovelling if I'm being honest, but there was humanity to save I guess), getting mercilessly teased by your best friend (everyone deserves a Yasen in their life), and a whole lot of confusion about what family truly means and the people we chose vs. the people we're born into.
This series is hands down my favorite of this author. The world is beautiful and lively and full of colorful characters and fantastical creatures. The relationships are endearing and bittersweet. The romance actually may be the least interesting thing about this series but that's not a bad thing.
Rabin is hot (the man's a dragon) and bossy and wants what he wants. Zarya really has come a long way and owns her power and destiny. She's just as stubborn as Rabin. The push and pull is enjoyable to read, but the book was so much bigger than their relationship. I was rooting for everyone in the circle to be free to have their own happy endings.
All in all, this was fantastic third book. If you're looking for a different kind of romantasy with all types of mythical creatures and magic, do not sleep on the Nightfire Quartet.
Publish date: October 4, 2024
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
November 26, 2024
Storm of Ink and Blood is the third book in the Nightfire quartet and is probably my favorite one yet!
In the past 2 books we saw Zarya come into her own and really find who she was in book one. Then We saw Zarya and her friends start to fight against the evil blight in book two. In this book we see them go further then just the blight and work to dismantle a system of oppression based in xenophobia and elitism. A system that should have never been established but was out of fear and misinformation that has been in place for a millennia (but wait… reading isn’t political right?). When the resistance makes progress the rulers impose harsher laws and more policing of the marginalized people. (Side eye) That doesn’t sound familiar at all…They have to go underground and continue their operations in secret. The Jaduna can kiss my ass. Even with those circumstances.
There is a powerful quote from this book I want to share… “the way indifference could filter into the cracks of society, turning people into monsters who confidently walked through broad daylight.”
Now to Rabin… please Nisha can I strangle him? He’s in the “I’m a bonehead” camp with a bunch of other MMCs. Though I think I want to strangle Vikram more. My feelings for the brothers have completely flip flopped at this point in the series. I’m curious to see what happens in book 3!
This book has That’s my girl and that’s my girl is >good girl every time.
Finally to wrap it up an leave you on a spicy note… you know how in my “you should read this” reel where I said hot blood sucking beings… well… Biting in order to reach the peak of activities is HOT. (Yes yall I don’t know what will anger the algo gods so we are being vague)
In the past 2 books we saw Zarya come into her own and really find who she was in book one. Then We saw Zarya and her friends start to fight against the evil blight in book two. In this book we see them go further then just the blight and work to dismantle a system of oppression based in xenophobia and elitism. A system that should have never been established but was out of fear and misinformation that has been in place for a millennia (but wait… reading isn’t political right?). When the resistance makes progress the rulers impose harsher laws and more policing of the marginalized people. (Side eye) That doesn’t sound familiar at all…They have to go underground and continue their operations in secret. The Jaduna can kiss my ass. Even with those circumstances.
There is a powerful quote from this book I want to share… “the way indifference could filter into the cracks of society, turning people into monsters who confidently walked through broad daylight.”
Now to Rabin… please Nisha can I strangle him? He’s in the “I’m a bonehead” camp with a bunch of other MMCs. Though I think I want to strangle Vikram more. My feelings for the brothers have completely flip flopped at this point in the series. I’m curious to see what happens in book 3!
This book has That’s my girl and that’s my girl is >good girl every time.
Finally to wrap it up an leave you on a spicy note… you know how in my “you should read this” reel where I said hot blood sucking beings… well… Biting in order to reach the peak of activities is HOT. (Yes yall I don’t know what will anger the algo gods so we are being vague)
October 4, 2024
I wish I could give this book more stars than 5! Thank you Second Sky books for gifting me an ARC.
This book was a perfect lead up to a finale. It was so well written and entertaining and had me on the edge of my seat while still building up to that conclusion that is going to come with book 4.
Storm of Ink and Blood was one of my most anticipated reads of the year and it did not disappoint. The tension and the chemistry between these characters is unmatched and I am invested in every singe character in this book. This is book three in the Nightfire quartet and every book in this series gets better and better.
Zarya is one of my favorite FMCs that I've read. In this book she grows even more and really starts to come into her power. Her character development in this book has me so excited to see what is going to happen in book 4! Yassen is still one of my favorite characters from any story ever and still steals the spotlight in every scene he is in. We get a lot from the characters we already know and love in this story, but Nisha was able to seamlessly add in a bunch of new characters that were are so well written and fit into this story beautifully (Miraan, Ajay are so much fun and I am invested).
I loved learning more about Rabin and getting an insight into his life prior to this story starting. I am really curious to see what is going to happen with him.
This book was full of twists and turns and was honestly the best addition to this series. I am so excited for the fourth and final book in this series.
This book was a perfect lead up to a finale. It was so well written and entertaining and had me on the edge of my seat while still building up to that conclusion that is going to come with book 4.
Storm of Ink and Blood was one of my most anticipated reads of the year and it did not disappoint. The tension and the chemistry between these characters is unmatched and I am invested in every singe character in this book. This is book three in the Nightfire quartet and every book in this series gets better and better.
Zarya is one of my favorite FMCs that I've read. In this book she grows even more and really starts to come into her power. Her character development in this book has me so excited to see what is going to happen in book 4! Yassen is still one of my favorite characters from any story ever and still steals the spotlight in every scene he is in. We get a lot from the characters we already know and love in this story, but Nisha was able to seamlessly add in a bunch of new characters that were are so well written and fit into this story beautifully (Miraan, Ajay are so much fun and I am invested).
I loved learning more about Rabin and getting an insight into his life prior to this story starting. I am really curious to see what is going to happen with him.
This book was full of twists and turns and was honestly the best addition to this series. I am so excited for the fourth and final book in this series.
September 5, 2024
I was offered the opportunity to read this ARC and give my honest review.
I love Nisha's writing. She has become one of my favorite authors, creating vibrant worlds with strong and imperfect MFCs with lovely supporting casts. Storm of Ink and Blood was no different.
I loved the first two books in this series. If you haven't read them, I implore you to read them first. They are exciting and unique, which is not easy to find.
The contrast of light and dark makes for a dynamic visual landscape, the world very real in my mind.
There is a LOT of magic if it's your bag. My favorite use of it is the melding with tattoos. Absolutely magnificent.
The love story feels very erratic at times, but the spice deserves an A+.
Zarya herself still feels like she's coming of age, growing into who she is, her naivete and stubbornness creating consistent problems that she's forced to overcome and suffer the consequences for. I'm looking forward to seeing how she grows in the final book!
The only negative point I have is small. Every. Single. Plan. they had failed poorly and disastrously. They need a win every now again. It got to the point where I face palmed. It didn't ruin the story, but it did take me out of it.
I loved this book. I can't wait for the final book. I need to know if my suspicion about her father are true and dying to see how he reacts whenever they return. This was a slam dunk.
I love Nisha's writing. She has become one of my favorite authors, creating vibrant worlds with strong and imperfect MFCs with lovely supporting casts. Storm of Ink and Blood was no different.
I loved the first two books in this series. If you haven't read them, I implore you to read them first. They are exciting and unique, which is not easy to find.
The contrast of light and dark makes for a dynamic visual landscape, the world very real in my mind.
There is a LOT of magic if it's your bag. My favorite use of it is the melding with tattoos. Absolutely magnificent.
The love story feels very erratic at times, but the spice deserves an A+.
Zarya herself still feels like she's coming of age, growing into who she is, her naivete and stubbornness creating consistent problems that she's forced to overcome and suffer the consequences for. I'm looking forward to seeing how she grows in the final book!
The only negative point I have is small. Every. Single. Plan. they had failed poorly and disastrously. They need a win every now again. It got to the point where I face palmed. It didn't ruin the story, but it did take me out of it.
I loved this book. I can't wait for the final book. I need to know if my suspicion about her father are true and dying to see how he reacts whenever they return. This was a slam dunk.
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