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Verdantis
In the brutal Hidden Moon Pack, Thea Moonweaver is little more than a ghost. When her wolf failed to emerge on her sixteenth birthday, she became the pack's worthless shame, a punching bag for her father, the cruel council member Aldrich Moonweaver. Her existence is a daily trial of pain, hunger, and enduring the predatory gaze of the Alpha’s son, Julian Silverclaw.
Thea knows her end is inevitable, but when a delegation from the powerful Crimson Lake Pack arrives, she catches the eye of their Alpha, Kieran Blackthorn. Kieran is a leader forged in violence, who rules through respect—a concept foreign to Thea’s world. His wolf recognizes something in the terrified, scared girl that changes everything for a mate.
Kieran’s presence offers a desperate chance at freedom, but Thea’s escape ignites a supernatural war with her former pack and reveals a frightening her weakness isn't the only thing that sets her apart. She is Verdantis, a rare being whose connection to the earth is both an untapped power and a beacon for ancient entities.
Now, with her past relentlessly pursuing her and an ancient enemy determined to corrupt her newfound power, Thea must confront the trauma that defines her. Can she fully accept her identity and the powerful, patient love of the Alpha who risked everything before the darkness that hunts her consumes the entire pack?
Thea knows her end is inevitable, but when a delegation from the powerful Crimson Lake Pack arrives, she catches the eye of their Alpha, Kieran Blackthorn. Kieran is a leader forged in violence, who rules through respect—a concept foreign to Thea’s world. His wolf recognizes something in the terrified, scared girl that changes everything for a mate.
Kieran’s presence offers a desperate chance at freedom, but Thea’s escape ignites a supernatural war with her former pack and reveals a frightening her weakness isn't the only thing that sets her apart. She is Verdantis, a rare being whose connection to the earth is both an untapped power and a beacon for ancient entities.
Now, with her past relentlessly pursuing her and an ancient enemy determined to corrupt her newfound power, Thea must confront the trauma that defines her. Can she fully accept her identity and the powerful, patient love of the Alpha who risked everything before the darkness that hunts her consumes the entire pack?
563 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 14, 2025
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November 25, 2025
I absolutely loved this book. It doesn't read like your typical shifter romance, it feels like I'm being transported into their world to see the growth of these characters and I'm here for it.
I think it's important for books to normalise and show healthy relationships, I loved Kieran and Thea's relationship.
Thea's character development was so refreshing. This book really showed how recovering from trauma isn't a linear journey. Those scars we will carry for the rest of our lives, but you can still thrive.
This had no spice but I loved it because it felt like the author understood that you don't need to be in a relationship to feel healed or "to be fixed".
I received an ARC copy for an honest review
I think it's important for books to normalise and show healthy relationships, I loved Kieran and Thea's relationship.
Thea's character development was so refreshing. This book really showed how recovering from trauma isn't a linear journey. Those scars we will carry for the rest of our lives, but you can still thrive.
This had no spice but I loved it because it felt like the author understood that you don't need to be in a relationship to feel healed or "to be fixed".
I received an ARC copy for an honest review
November 18, 2025
This was so good. The world, the magic, the stakes, the writing…..my absolute cup of tea.
This is a duel POV story. But let’s be honest, this was Thea’s story with Kieran acting in a supporting character role. Kieran was concerned only with Thea’s wellbeing from the moment he saw her. And his intentions were always clear.
Thea suffered so much at the hands of her pack, especially her father. The author did an extraordinary job of showing a realistic timeline of Thea’s recovery.
The found family in this book is amazing. The secondary characters are so well flushed out and I cared about each one’s story. Add to that witches, nightmares, and dragons and the story has a really well rounded fantasy ensemble.
The battle scenes were immersive and action packed. The Shadow Lands were imagined in a uniquely unsettling way. For me, the writing was so good throughout the book.
This book is 560 pages, so it is hefty in both length and subject matter. I enjoyed the pacing, feeling very connected to Thea’s arc because of it. I also love all things green so I was very into the magic and lore of the Verdantis.
This is not a spicy book. The romance was very much secondary to Thea’s recovery and newfound agency. But it was very sweet and illustrated how a supportive partner acts.
Read this book if you like a story that showcases the transformation of a broken woman into her true, powerful self.
4.5/5. Rounded to 5.
**I received an ARC of this book in exchange for a honest review.**
This is a duel POV story. But let’s be honest, this was Thea’s story with Kieran acting in a supporting character role. Kieran was concerned only with Thea’s wellbeing from the moment he saw her. And his intentions were always clear.
Thea suffered so much at the hands of her pack, especially her father. The author did an extraordinary job of showing a realistic timeline of Thea’s recovery.
The found family in this book is amazing. The secondary characters are so well flushed out and I cared about each one’s story. Add to that witches, nightmares, and dragons and the story has a really well rounded fantasy ensemble.
The battle scenes were immersive and action packed. The Shadow Lands were imagined in a uniquely unsettling way. For me, the writing was so good throughout the book.
This book is 560 pages, so it is hefty in both length and subject matter. I enjoyed the pacing, feeling very connected to Thea’s arc because of it. I also love all things green so I was very into the magic and lore of the Verdantis.
This is not a spicy book. The romance was very much secondary to Thea’s recovery and newfound agency. But it was very sweet and illustrated how a supportive partner acts.
Read this book if you like a story that showcases the transformation of a broken woman into her true, powerful self.
4.5/5. Rounded to 5.
**I received an ARC of this book in exchange for a honest review.**
November 26, 2025
I absolutely loved this book so much, didnt wanna put it down. The author did such a good job keeping your attention and creating a world that you could emerge yourself in. I would say this book is a self healing and learning to trust while finding yourself with a romance backing. Kieran’s patience and understanding with Thea is what true mates are, the way he supports her is truly what love symbolizes. There's so many twists and turns, characters you will hate and characters you will love (malleus is my personal favorite).
Between world building, lore, action, all the plot you won't want to put this book down.
Between world building, lore, action, all the plot you won't want to put this book down.
November 23, 2025
Have you ever felt alone in a crowded room of people? Unwanted or worthless?
Well, that's how Thea grew up feeling by her entire pack.
This an amazing story about a young woman's healing journey after being abandoned and abuse by everyone she has ever known. The story is amazing, you really feel for the FMC and want to see her healing and finally achieve her her HEA. There is romance but it isn't the focus point of the story, it is part of her journey.
With amazing characters that you can't help but fall in love with and root for. I couldn't put this book down.
100% recommend reading this book.
Well, that's how Thea grew up feeling by her entire pack.
This an amazing story about a young woman's healing journey after being abandoned and abuse by everyone she has ever known. The story is amazing, you really feel for the FMC and want to see her healing and finally achieve her her HEA. There is romance but it isn't the focus point of the story, it is part of her journey.
With amazing characters that you can't help but fall in love with and root for. I couldn't put this book down.
100% recommend reading this book.
December 3, 2025
Absolutely loved this book. Theas abuse and stuggles broke me but reading her fight and become someone she should always be was beautiful. Then we have our golden retriever Alpha, that man who put himself second for everyone and helped Thea even from a far. My favourite character is the demon malleus, I fell in love with him from our first encounter. Hes sassy, Morally grey ish (to start with) and just an absolute terror in the best way. Im so excited for his book to come out
December 13, 2025
Oh my word! Verdantis is incredible, it's most definitely a book that you won't want to put down.
The female main character development is incredible and it's impossible to not imagine how she feels right throughout the book.
We go on a journey of Healing with the FMC in a tasteful but interesting way. She grows, heals, develops and unravels in a way which the reader can't help but sympathise, relate and reflect.
The most perfect blend of fantasy with a subtle undertone of romance. So if healthy romance without being spicy is your kind of book then this is a must read. I can't wait for book 2.
The female main character development is incredible and it's impossible to not imagine how she feels right throughout the book.
We go on a journey of Healing with the FMC in a tasteful but interesting way. She grows, heals, develops and unravels in a way which the reader can't help but sympathise, relate and reflect.
The most perfect blend of fantasy with a subtle undertone of romance. So if healthy romance without being spicy is your kind of book then this is a must read. I can't wait for book 2.
December 31, 2025
Not your typical shifter story
Absolutely devoured this book in roughly 28 hrs! I could not put it down. I won't give any spoilers, but this was definitely not your typical shifter story. I felt all the emotions with this one. The first few chapters had me in my feels, fighting back tears. I felt triumph, laughter, love, sadness, anger, just all of it. The story flowed so beautifully with amazing character development, twists & turns, and a happy ending. Highly recommend!
Absolutely devoured this book in roughly 28 hrs! I could not put it down. I won't give any spoilers, but this was definitely not your typical shifter story. I felt all the emotions with this one. The first few chapters had me in my feels, fighting back tears. I felt triumph, laughter, love, sadness, anger, just all of it. The story flowed so beautifully with amazing character development, twists & turns, and a happy ending. Highly recommend!
December 15, 2025
I’m obsessed! This book has easily become one of my favorite books, from the first page I couldn’t put it down. I felt like I was in this world and I wanted to be! Can’t wait to read book 2 👏👏
December 6, 2025
So so good!!!!!!
December 16, 2025
I just couldn’t stop reading!
Despite the fantasy setting, Thea’s story feels incredibly real. We stand by her every step of the way, experiencing an amazing healing journey from which we can all learn.
The cast is very diverse, with so many different characters and personalities that it’s hard to choose a favorite. I loved the book from beginning to end.
Despite the fantasy setting, Thea’s story feels incredibly real. We stand by her every step of the way, experiencing an amazing healing journey from which we can all learn.
The cast is very diverse, with so many different characters and personalities that it’s hard to choose a favorite. I loved the book from beginning to end.
November 20, 2025
A Triumphant Arc of Recovery
A stunning fantasy focused on Thea's journey. Her recovery from pack abuse is handled with incredible realism and depth. While Kieran supports her, this is a story about her becoming her true, powerful self.
The world-building is rich—especially the Verdantis lore—and the action is immersive (the Shadow Lands are haunting). The secondary characters form a fantastic found family.
The book is substantial, but the pacing is excellent. A truly supportive, sweet romance takes a back seat to the heroine’s powerful transformation. Highly recommend!
A stunning fantasy focused on Thea's journey. Her recovery from pack abuse is handled with incredible realism and depth. While Kieran supports her, this is a story about her becoming her true, powerful self.
The world-building is rich—especially the Verdantis lore—and the action is immersive (the Shadow Lands are haunting). The secondary characters form a fantastic found family.
The book is substantial, but the pacing is excellent. A truly supportive, sweet romance takes a back seat to the heroine’s powerful transformation. Highly recommend!
January 1, 2026
Loved this book! Highly recommend! The storyline is amazing with great character and world building. I was hooked by chapter 3!
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