Ruby Evermore

by Evie Finn

Every victory has a cost, and destiny demands payment in full.

After making a pivotal decision, Viviana Drakul embarks on a mission that could decide the fate of kingdoms.

To combat the towering might of King Serventes and his army, she must travel to the desert kingdom of Samqara to forge a political alliance on ground more changeable than the sweeping golden dunes. Old enemies and new friends will challenge her wits and endurance, but the court’s secrets are nothing compared to those of her heart.

Torran Vaughn, her trusted ally, takes a similar journey to the wilds of Evonrise, a former penal colony bordering the mystical shadowlands. As danger closes in, he will make desperate choices in the hope of securing the coveted alliance for Viviana and their people.

Both must grapple with impossible odds and ugly truths that threaten to destroy everything they hold dear.

And in the deadly game of war and desire, the Darkveil Prince might be the most motivated player of all.

If Ruby Smoke left you hungry for more, return to Viviana’s journey in this continuing series of magic, longing, and impossible stakes.

485 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 22, 2026

About the author

Evie believes in magic, especially the powerful magic of escaping to another realm via a book. When she's not writing or reading, she explores the world outside, eats good food, and cuddles her beloved cat.

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

(3,5 ☆)

Viviana and Torran go to different parts of the world in order to find alliances against King Servantes and his huge army. Viviana travels to the desert kingdom of Samqara, where she hopes to convince the king and queen to use their wyverns in the war. Torran makes a similar journey to Evonrise, bordering the mystical shadowlands. The odds are against them, but they won't give up.

We get action right away, when Servantes attacks Ravencrest with undead gigantic beasts! A spy is revealed and Rasmus escapes from Vivi's dungeon. It made me expect a fast paced story, but when Vivi and Torran split up the pace increases drastically. Despite that Rasmus shows up in Samqara I prefered to follow Torran. I got very tired of the banter between Vivi and Rasmus. The king and queen (siblings at that!) of Samqara are hard to understand, so I got tired of them as well. But Rasmus goes through quite an interesting self scrutinization that's exciting to follow.

Torran might be a bit boring at times, but when Wrayth suddenly appears in Evonrise it gets very intriguing, since you never know what she will do! The pace picks up towards the end and I'm looking forward to reading Ruby Inferno when it releases in the summer!

* I received an ARC through BookSirens and I'm giving my honest review. *

[Chere Gruver · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What a powerful addition to the Kingdom of Evermore series!

The story picks up right where it left off, with Vivi having captured Rasmus to use as a hostage in her fight against his father. Once again, Vivi and Rasmus have mixed feelings concerning each other. The action is just nonstop in this, Book Three of the Kingdom of Evermore series. There are plenty of unexpected twists and turns in this one. The writing style is just so perfect for the story and I could not stop reading! I can’t wait to see what happens next, especially between Viviana and Rasmus.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Mandy Britt · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Haunting and Addictive Third Chapter in the Evermore Saga
​Ruby Evermore, the third installment in Evie Finn’s Kingdom of Evermore series, is a masterclass in atmospheric storytelling. It carries a quiet melancholy beneath its surface, unfolding like a slow exhale after a long ache. Finn weaves a narrative steeped in introspection and the heavy weight of becoming someone new when the past refuses to let go.
​The Atmosphere and Pacing
The pacing is deliberate and reflective, giving the story a dreamlike quality that allows the reader to sit with the shadows as much as the light. While the romance is subtle and restrained—simmering with unspoken emotion rather than flash—this restraint makes the softer moments feel all the more powerful and earned.
​Character Development
What makes this book truly addictive is the incredible character growth. Watching the relationships deepen throughout this third volume was a highlight; I never expected to have such a total change of heart regarding Wrayth, and we are treated to wonderful new depths in Vivi and Rasmus.
​The Verdict
Though the story is immersive and haunting, it builds to an absolutely epic conclusion that I never saw coming. It is a rare "slow-burn" that remains a complete page-turner from start to finish. I can’t recommend this series enough and am already anxious for the next installment.

[Lilith's_Library_ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ruby Evermore carries a quiet melancholy beneath its surface, unfolding like a slow exhale after a long ache. Evie Finn weaves a story steeped in longing, self-reflection, and the weight of becoming someone new when the past still clings to you.

Ruby’s journey feels introspective and raw, marked by moments of isolation, yearning, and fragile hope. The emotional beats linger, allowing the reader to sit with the shadows as much as the light. The romance simmers rather than sparkles—subtle, restrained, and heavy with unspoken emotion—making the softer moments feel all the more powerful.

The pacing is deliberate, giving the story a reflective, almost dreamlike quality. While there were moments where I wanted certain emotions to be explored more deeply, the overall atmosphere remains immersive and haunting in the best way.

[Carol Demmon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. Viviana has Prince Rasmus locked in her dungeon when she is attacked by his father. His father destroys Ravencrest and Rasmus escapes. Viviana escapes to Aegharis and during a war council it is decided that she should go to Samqara and Torran will go to Evenrise. She will find that Rasmus is also in Samqara and trying to get their help like she is. They will be pitted against each other. Torran will find that he must enter the veil to get the help he needs. This book is full of drama, suspense, danger, tangled emotions and ends with Rasmus watching Viviana escaping Samqara. I look forward to the next book.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Shannon Nilest · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ruby Evermore is a sharp, momentum-driven bridge to the series finale, tightening the stakes as Zyraxia and Wadalia hurtle toward an inevitable clash. What begins as a war of power, politics, and land steadily reveals deeper fault lines of loyalty, sacrifice, and desire which complicate every alliance. Finn balances escalating conflict with emotionally charged threads, keeping romantic endgames deliberately unsettled. The result is a purposeful, tension-heavy installment that raises questions faster than it answers them, leaving readers primed for the final reckoning.

[Mrs Kirstie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. Another totally addictive read! I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next one. The ending was absolutely epic… I loved watching the characters develop and the different relationships deepen. I never expected to change my mind on liking a character as much as I have with Wrayth. Then there's the new depths of Vivi and Rasmus of course. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Loved it, can't recommend enough.

[Cleocutie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Viviana is back and this book is just as good as the ones that came before.