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I received this ARC from LCB in exchange for an honest review.
Book one left me dangling from the sharpest cliffhanger, and book two didn’t hesitate—it picked me right back up and threw me straight into the action. What an incredible start!
This time, we don’t just follow Kaevra—we also step into Adara’s POV, and later even Isolytha, and a many others as well. It adds so much depth to the story, showing how interconnected these characters truly are. Maeryn’s painful past, Adara’s grief, Rowan’s quiet strength—it all weaves together into something powerful.
Rowan and Kaevra’s relationship develops beautifully. Their moments together are intense, tender, and passionate—not traditional smut, but something deeper, love threaded through with longing and lust. I had butterflies the entire time.
Adara’s journey absolutely gutted me. Losing Finn so early on, her struggles with grief, her dangerous choices—it was raw and believable. I shook my head so many times at her decisions, but I understood them too.
The pacing once again feels different from most fantasy series, and I love that about LCB’s style. The story ebbs and flows, then builds to a massive, dramatic ending. The final scene? Kaevra killing Adara. I had to sit there in shock, whispering “WHAT just happened?” It’s Maas-level drama, and I am 100% here for it.
Another stunning, addictive installment. LCB knows how to balance heartbreak, romance, tension, and action with a unique voice. I cannot wait for book three.
Favorite Quote:
“I’d be a fool not to be scared of a woman who could bring me to my knees with only a thought.” – Rowan