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Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls
Everyone knows monsters don’t exist.
Lorewood knows better.
Tucked deep in the mountains, the town doesn’t fear the dark—it invites it in. It remembers what the rest of the world forgot: the taste of blood in old rainwater, the stillness before something breaks, the way shadows stretch when no one is watching.
Monsters have always lived here.
And they’ve been waiting.
Aurora Hagan arrives in Lorewood, and something long-dormant begins to wake.
The town feels it immediately. Old wards stir. Sleeping memories surface. Monsters who have spent lifetimes hiding their teeth lift their heads and listen. Something ancient has stepped back into the world, and Lorewood refuses to look away.
Aurora doesn’t understand any of it at first. She only knows that the streets quiver with every step she takes, the shadows linger too long, and the sense that she’s not alone follows her everywhere she goes.
Ezra feels her the moment she crosses into the mountains.
He existed long before the world learned how to name its gods, a shadow shaped by hunger and restraint, bound to violence and the dark between stars. Untouched by doubt. Untroubled by want. At peace with what he is.
Until her.
Aurora is not a temptation. She’s a problem.
She demands his attention, fractures his control, makes him want things he buried when the universe was young. Aurora disrupts the life he’s carved for himself, undoing a certainty he’s never had to question.
And he wants her gone.
Lorewood doesn’t care what Ezra wants, and she cares even less.
But when a cult of fanatics rises from the ashes, armed with stolen magic and righteous hatred, determined to erase Aurora for what she is, Ezra doesn’t offer protection.
He swears devotion.
Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls is a dark fantasy romance rooted in gothic atmosphere, supernatural horror, and slow-burn devotion, set in a town that protects its monsters—and the woman who wakes them.
This novel contains mature themes and is intended for readers 18+. Content warnings are available on the author’s website.
Lorewood knows better.
Tucked deep in the mountains, the town doesn’t fear the dark—it invites it in. It remembers what the rest of the world forgot: the taste of blood in old rainwater, the stillness before something breaks, the way shadows stretch when no one is watching.
Monsters have always lived here.
And they’ve been waiting.
Aurora Hagan arrives in Lorewood, and something long-dormant begins to wake.
The town feels it immediately. Old wards stir. Sleeping memories surface. Monsters who have spent lifetimes hiding their teeth lift their heads and listen. Something ancient has stepped back into the world, and Lorewood refuses to look away.
Aurora doesn’t understand any of it at first. She only knows that the streets quiver with every step she takes, the shadows linger too long, and the sense that she’s not alone follows her everywhere she goes.
Ezra feels her the moment she crosses into the mountains.
He existed long before the world learned how to name its gods, a shadow shaped by hunger and restraint, bound to violence and the dark between stars. Untouched by doubt. Untroubled by want. At peace with what he is.
Until her.
Aurora is not a temptation. She’s a problem.
She demands his attention, fractures his control, makes him want things he buried when the universe was young. Aurora disrupts the life he’s carved for himself, undoing a certainty he’s never had to question.
And he wants her gone.
Lorewood doesn’t care what Ezra wants, and she cares even less.
But when a cult of fanatics rises from the ashes, armed with stolen magic and righteous hatred, determined to erase Aurora for what she is, Ezra doesn’t offer protection.
He swears devotion.
Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls is a dark fantasy romance rooted in gothic atmosphere, supernatural horror, and slow-burn devotion, set in a town that protects its monsters—and the woman who wakes them.
This novel contains mature themes and is intended for readers 18+. Content warnings are available on the author’s website.
- GenresFantasy
624 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 10, 2026
About the author
Remy Renard
1 book3 followersHey there—I’m Remy, and I’m glad you’re here.
The little author bio in my book? Yeah. That barely scratches the surface.
I wrote a thesis on zombies. I cried almost nightly over monsters. Somewhere in there, I built a career in instructional design, got married, and had a son.
Then I accidentally created a cosmic shadow god with a praise kink, a concerning oral fixation, and an extremely unhealthy devotion problem.
And I gave him a heroine who grins through bloodied teeth, wildflowers tangled in her hair, and absolutely no interest in being saved.
Yes, I have a day job.
Yes, I write shadow sex at night.
I live in rural Pennsylvania, tucked between ghost roads and old folklore. My work blends myth, magic, and monster worship—stories full of devotion, fire, and women who rise wild and unyielding, refusing to belong to anyone but themselves.
I share my life with my husband (who inspired a rage witch with a soft streak), my son (who became a sweet, meat-sloughing shifter), and my dog Louie—now immortalized as a mouthy hellhound with a mean left hook.
I borrow from everything I love, everything that hurts, and everything that infuriates me in just the right way. I stitch it all into monsters who choose love instead of hate, kindness instead of cruelty, and something better instead of burning it all down—most of the time.
I spent years in academia—writing on zombies, Marxist cultural theory, semiotics, and post-humanism (yes, really). I was even cited in an academic collection about romance and zombies. Someone misspelled my real last name. I still bought the book.
Now, I write about the kind of monsters who kneel.
And the kind of women who don’t break—they burn brighter.
I balance a very normal adult job with a not-so-normal creative life. I’ve revised spicy scenes between meetings. I’ve answered emails with a shadow god in my head.
It’s fine. I’m fine.
If you like stories that are a little wild, a little lyrical, and burning with teeth, shadow, and rage...
Welcome! I'm glad we found each other.
The little author bio in my book? Yeah. That barely scratches the surface.
I wrote a thesis on zombies. I cried almost nightly over monsters. Somewhere in there, I built a career in instructional design, got married, and had a son.
Then I accidentally created a cosmic shadow god with a praise kink, a concerning oral fixation, and an extremely unhealthy devotion problem.
And I gave him a heroine who grins through bloodied teeth, wildflowers tangled in her hair, and absolutely no interest in being saved.
Yes, I have a day job.
Yes, I write shadow sex at night.
I live in rural Pennsylvania, tucked between ghost roads and old folklore. My work blends myth, magic, and monster worship—stories full of devotion, fire, and women who rise wild and unyielding, refusing to belong to anyone but themselves.
I share my life with my husband (who inspired a rage witch with a soft streak), my son (who became a sweet, meat-sloughing shifter), and my dog Louie—now immortalized as a mouthy hellhound with a mean left hook.
I borrow from everything I love, everything that hurts, and everything that infuriates me in just the right way. I stitch it all into monsters who choose love instead of hate, kindness instead of cruelty, and something better instead of burning it all down—most of the time.
I spent years in academia—writing on zombies, Marxist cultural theory, semiotics, and post-humanism (yes, really). I was even cited in an academic collection about romance and zombies. Someone misspelled my real last name. I still bought the book.
Now, I write about the kind of monsters who kneel.
And the kind of women who don’t break—they burn brighter.
I balance a very normal adult job with a not-so-normal creative life. I’ve revised spicy scenes between meetings. I’ve answered emails with a shadow god in my head.
It’s fine. I’m fine.
If you like stories that are a little wild, a little lyrical, and burning with teeth, shadow, and rage...
Welcome! I'm glad we found each other.
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February 6, 2026
I received a digital ARC copy of Remy Renard’s debut album and this book is phenomenal! The monologues from the main characters are pure gold - they’ll make you laugh out loud as they feel so relatable, especially for us millennials. It was a roller coaster of snarky one-liners and situational comedy. I didn’t want to put it down, but alas, life required me to. Otherwise I would have finished it immediately, but i wanted to hold onto the characters a little longer.
And then there’s the Spotify playlist - I was so into it, especially already loving a lot of the artists. It completely added a whole other level connecting with the characters. I totally imagined these songs playing while I read the chapters and it made everything more immersive.
Highly recommend this book for fans of ACOTAR and The Empyrean Series. I also love how Remy gave trigger warnings to help readers who may be more sensitive to certain subjects. I connected with Remy and you could feel the emotions of Aurora losing her mom like Remy also did.
I’m loving the storyline of Aurora and Ezra and am anticipating her next novel to be just as good!
And then there’s the Spotify playlist - I was so into it, especially already loving a lot of the artists. It completely added a whole other level connecting with the characters. I totally imagined these songs playing while I read the chapters and it made everything more immersive.
Highly recommend this book for fans of ACOTAR and The Empyrean Series. I also love how Remy gave trigger warnings to help readers who may be more sensitive to certain subjects. I connected with Remy and you could feel the emotions of Aurora losing her mom like Remy also did.
I’m loving the storyline of Aurora and Ezra and am anticipating her next novel to be just as good!
March 14, 2026
I’ll start by saying that dark fantasy romance isn’t usually my genre but I read every single page of this book and couldn’t put it down. Honestly, it’s the kind of book that makes you want to just call off work and keep reading.
What stood out to me immediately was the character development. Aurora is such a compelling protagonist. She’s navigating a world she didn’t even know existed, and watching her slowly uncover the truth about Lorewood and her place within it was fascinating. Her strength and resilience feel authentic, making her a character you genuinely root for.
The setting of Lorewood is another highlight. The town feels alive in the best way…mysterious, eerie, and strangely lovable. It pulls you in and makes you want to keep uncovering its secrets alongside Aurora.
And then there’s Ezra, correctly described as morally gray, the ancient monster we didn’t know we wanted, but absolutely did. What makes the dynamic between Aurora and Ezra so refreshing is that it avoids the typical back-and-forth tension of “I shouldn’t love her, I should push her away.” Instead, their connection feels deeper, almost inevitable. There’s an intensity there that reads more like devotion and obsession, which adds a unique layer to their relationship.
Renard’s writing style is the perfect balance of rich storytelling, spice, and humor, making the world and characters feel immersive while still giving readers moments that make you smile (and maybe blush a little…ok, a lot).
Even as someone who doesn’t usually reach for this genre, I was completely drawn into the world, the characters, and the unfolding mystery. If you enjoy dark fantasy, gothic atmosphere, and powerful characters, this book is absolutely worth the read.
What stood out to me immediately was the character development. Aurora is such a compelling protagonist. She’s navigating a world she didn’t even know existed, and watching her slowly uncover the truth about Lorewood and her place within it was fascinating. Her strength and resilience feel authentic, making her a character you genuinely root for.
The setting of Lorewood is another highlight. The town feels alive in the best way…mysterious, eerie, and strangely lovable. It pulls you in and makes you want to keep uncovering its secrets alongside Aurora.
And then there’s Ezra, correctly described as morally gray, the ancient monster we didn’t know we wanted, but absolutely did. What makes the dynamic between Aurora and Ezra so refreshing is that it avoids the typical back-and-forth tension of “I shouldn’t love her, I should push her away.” Instead, their connection feels deeper, almost inevitable. There’s an intensity there that reads more like devotion and obsession, which adds a unique layer to their relationship.
Renard’s writing style is the perfect balance of rich storytelling, spice, and humor, making the world and characters feel immersive while still giving readers moments that make you smile (and maybe blush a little…ok, a lot).
Even as someone who doesn’t usually reach for this genre, I was completely drawn into the world, the characters, and the unfolding mystery. If you enjoy dark fantasy, gothic atmosphere, and powerful characters, this book is absolutely worth the read.
March 11, 2026
Remy Renard has created a world where things are not always what they appear to be. This is a long read, that is well written. The story evolves, and moves at the perfect pace for detailing and world building. A great book for anyone that loves monsters and new worlds.
March 27, 2026
This one started off so strong for me and then slowly lost me as it went on.
The first part had me thinking this was going to be a solid 4-star read. I really liked Aurora right away, her humor, her love of books, and her whole “book boyfriends over real men” energy was honestly very relatable. Her banter with Eve was one of my favorite parts, and I even thought Thane was interesting.
But somewhere along the way, this just stopped holding my attention.
The biggest issue for me was Ezra. He just did not work for me as a love interest. I can’t even fully explain it beyond the fact that the way he spoke kept pulling me out of the story, and I never really warmed up to him.
I also found the pacing really slow. There was a lot of spice, like, a lot, and for me it started to feel like that was taking up more space than the actual plot. It made the book feel longer than it needed to, especially because it felt like not enough was really happening in between.
That said, I did appreciate that the author included content warnings and even mentioned that readers could skip scenes if needed. I always respect that.
Overall, this wasn’t a bad book, it just really wasn’t the right fit for me. But if you like very spicy, atmospheric dark fantasy romance and don’t mind a slower pace, I can still see this working for you.
Thank you to NetGalley and Atmosphere Press for providing me with an arc in exchange for an honest review.
The first part had me thinking this was going to be a solid 4-star read. I really liked Aurora right away, her humor, her love of books, and her whole “book boyfriends over real men” energy was honestly very relatable. Her banter with Eve was one of my favorite parts, and I even thought Thane was interesting.
But somewhere along the way, this just stopped holding my attention.
The biggest issue for me was Ezra. He just did not work for me as a love interest. I can’t even fully explain it beyond the fact that the way he spoke kept pulling me out of the story, and I never really warmed up to him.
I also found the pacing really slow. There was a lot of spice, like, a lot, and for me it started to feel like that was taking up more space than the actual plot. It made the book feel longer than it needed to, especially because it felt like not enough was really happening in between.
That said, I did appreciate that the author included content warnings and even mentioned that readers could skip scenes if needed. I always respect that.
Overall, this wasn’t a bad book, it just really wasn’t the right fit for me. But if you like very spicy, atmospheric dark fantasy romance and don’t mind a slower pace, I can still see this working for you.
Thank you to NetGalley and Atmosphere Press for providing me with an arc in exchange for an honest review.
April 30, 2026
3.5 stars!!
ok i have a LOT of thoughts on this book. first off, i just want to say that i received a free copy of this book from NetGalley for an exchange of an honest review.
so let's start off with the good:
this book is funny as hell. the inner monologue of aurora was so funny at times that even i had to hold back a little giggle. i was drawn to the actual plot of the book, like this whole thing with the hell-children and whatnot. anything that had to do with worldbuilding and aurora taking the throne was intriguing to me, and i found it to be a pretty strong interest point.
the smut was STEAMY. mind you, i'm incredibly desensitized from commercial smut because of the multiple years of reading fanfics on AO3, but this got me. i'll hand it to remy renard for the questionable sexual situations they put their characters into because that was new for me.
i love louie so much. what a silly character. i want more of her.
i just have to quote:
"Then, from deep within the house, a voice thick with an Irish lilt and slurred like a man three pints past good decisions, roars, 'Jaysus FUCK, what fresh shite is this now?'" PLEASE I'M CRYING.
"yes, like Isabella Marie Fucking Swan..."
"Maybe I'm losing it.
Maybe it's Maybelline.
No. Focus."
now the "bad":
if a book is going to be more than 500 pages, we're going to need a good chunk of it to be worldbuilding and actual plot momentum. this is my first dark romance with fantasy elements and i feel like smut took the forefront. it's giving p*rn with barely any plot - the world felt more like an excuse to give us a "shadow daddy" - and you couldn't escape 3 pages without something vulgar being said or something sexual being done.
im having an issue with aurora being a virgin but somehow a sex goddess? listen, i understand solo play is a thing, but my god it just felt so unnatural that a sorta-awkward character like aurora completely disappeared when it came to having sex. i remember being like "of fucking course she has to be a virgin and lose it to gain her full power" because it feels so flimsy to the plot-building. i say this because the background stuff happening felt more important than the sex, but when your power is directly tied to sex, then it just reduces it to that. ALSO DUDE. YOU'RE TELLING ME AURORA HAS ALL THESE TOYS AND IS STILL A VIRGIN???? it feels so deeply heterosexual that oral sex doesn't count as "losing your virginity" or even finger-penetration doesn't count? what if other people who are like aurora aren't straight? then how do they gain THEIR power? WHAT ABOUT TOYS???? that's exactly what i mean when i say that it's flimsy - that one cult jackass who nearly k*lled aurora even made a comment about "popping her cherry" and she was like "too bad i already took care of that myself" but you're telling me she's still........ ok. sure.
i could just be bothered by the concept of what we consider "virginity" socially and culturally more than anything else. i just feel like there could've been a better way for aurora to gain her full power, such as finding her "crown" or give me a "true love's kiss" kinda situation idk.
this book is 75% smut/two characters in heat and 25% story. there's no way we spent multiple, multiple chapters and around 100+ pages of aurora being at ezra's house without actual development. i would expect so much more from aurora than sitting around and waiting for ezra to come back. i wanted to see aurora develop more as a character - her going back to work would've been great, for example. i know i'm asking for a lot of changes, but i just wish aurora developed a hobby or did something.
LITTLE ISSUES I HAD:
the wrong use of trauma-bonded (i really don't feel comfortable with authors not doing genuine research into these terms). trauma-bonded is not "oh we bond over a shared trauma" but rather, a very damaging and unhealthy relationship dynamic, like stockholm syndrome for example. it would be a trauma bond if ezra repeatedly abused thane and aurora, and they still sought companionship from him - trauma bonding is literally seeking comfort from the person who hurt you. (don't ask me how i know this.)
aurora saying "i miss them" about eve and thane, despite the fact that aurora hung out with thane once? she also called them her "best friends" but there's not enough interaction between aurora and thane to consider him a best friend. i understand her missing her ONE best friend, eve, but thane is not that and it felt inconsistent.
references to real world stuff breaks immersion. trust me, i LOVED the references like anime, Grady Hendrix, and songs, but it suspends the book in a dated timeframe. for example, imagine picking this up in 10-15 years and you see references to a skrillex remix of humble by kendrick lamar and inosuke from demon slayer... like this is so unserious. plus it keeps the audience in a single demographic, too - people older than 45 may not even get the anime references or know about babymetal. to have to google pop culture references breaks that immersion for a reader. i think i understood the intention of understanding that this world is grounded in real-life, but there's other ways to do that, like food or having cell phones. AND OF COURSE SLEEP TOKEN WOULD BE INCLUDED IN THIS BOOK, that made me LOL.
all in all, this book was funny and smutty as hell. wasn't a favorite of mine and lasted a bit longer than i'd expected, but far from the worst thing i've ever read.
oh and i'll make my favorite quotes visible, if possible.
ok i have a LOT of thoughts on this book. first off, i just want to say that i received a free copy of this book from NetGalley for an exchange of an honest review.
so let's start off with the good:
this book is funny as hell. the inner monologue of aurora was so funny at times that even i had to hold back a little giggle. i was drawn to the actual plot of the book, like this whole thing with the hell-children and whatnot. anything that had to do with worldbuilding and aurora taking the throne was intriguing to me, and i found it to be a pretty strong interest point.
the smut was STEAMY. mind you, i'm incredibly desensitized from commercial smut because of the multiple years of reading fanfics on AO3, but this got me. i'll hand it to remy renard for the questionable sexual situations they put their characters into because that was new for me.
i love louie so much. what a silly character. i want more of her.
i just have to quote:
"Then, from deep within the house, a voice thick with an Irish lilt and slurred like a man three pints past good decisions, roars, 'Jaysus FUCK, what fresh shite is this now?'" PLEASE I'M CRYING.
"yes, like Isabella Marie Fucking Swan..."
"Maybe I'm losing it.
Maybe it's Maybelline.
No. Focus."
now the "bad":
if a book is going to be more than 500 pages, we're going to need a good chunk of it to be worldbuilding and actual plot momentum. this is my first dark romance with fantasy elements and i feel like smut took the forefront. it's giving p*rn with barely any plot - the world felt more like an excuse to give us a "shadow daddy" - and you couldn't escape 3 pages without something vulgar being said or something sexual being done.
im having an issue with aurora being a virgin but somehow a sex goddess? listen, i understand solo play is a thing, but my god it just felt so unnatural that a sorta-awkward character like aurora completely disappeared when it came to having sex. i remember being like "of fucking course she has to be a virgin and lose it to gain her full power" because it feels so flimsy to the plot-building. i say this because the background stuff happening felt more important than the sex, but when your power is directly tied to sex, then it just reduces it to that. ALSO DUDE. YOU'RE TELLING ME AURORA HAS ALL THESE TOYS AND IS STILL A VIRGIN???? it feels so deeply heterosexual that oral sex doesn't count as "losing your virginity" or even finger-penetration doesn't count? what if other people who are like aurora aren't straight? then how do they gain THEIR power? WHAT ABOUT TOYS???? that's exactly what i mean when i say that it's flimsy - that one cult jackass who nearly k*lled aurora even made a comment about "popping her cherry" and she was like "too bad i already took care of that myself" but you're telling me she's still........ ok. sure.
i could just be bothered by the concept of what we consider "virginity" socially and culturally more than anything else. i just feel like there could've been a better way for aurora to gain her full power, such as finding her "crown" or give me a "true love's kiss" kinda situation idk.
this book is 75% smut/two characters in heat and 25% story. there's no way we spent multiple, multiple chapters and around 100+ pages of aurora being at ezra's house without actual development. i would expect so much more from aurora than sitting around and waiting for ezra to come back. i wanted to see aurora develop more as a character - her going back to work would've been great, for example. i know i'm asking for a lot of changes, but i just wish aurora developed a hobby or did something.
LITTLE ISSUES I HAD:
the wrong use of trauma-bonded (i really don't feel comfortable with authors not doing genuine research into these terms). trauma-bonded is not "oh we bond over a shared trauma" but rather, a very damaging and unhealthy relationship dynamic, like stockholm syndrome for example. it would be a trauma bond if ezra repeatedly abused thane and aurora, and they still sought companionship from him - trauma bonding is literally seeking comfort from the person who hurt you. (don't ask me how i know this.)
aurora saying "i miss them" about eve and thane, despite the fact that aurora hung out with thane once? she also called them her "best friends" but there's not enough interaction between aurora and thane to consider him a best friend. i understand her missing her ONE best friend, eve, but thane is not that and it felt inconsistent.
references to real world stuff breaks immersion. trust me, i LOVED the references like anime, Grady Hendrix, and songs, but it suspends the book in a dated timeframe. for example, imagine picking this up in 10-15 years and you see references to a skrillex remix of humble by kendrick lamar and inosuke from demon slayer... like this is so unserious. plus it keeps the audience in a single demographic, too - people older than 45 may not even get the anime references or know about babymetal. to have to google pop culture references breaks that immersion for a reader. i think i understood the intention of understanding that this world is grounded in real-life, but there's other ways to do that, like food or having cell phones. AND OF COURSE SLEEP TOKEN WOULD BE INCLUDED IN THIS BOOK, that made me LOL.
all in all, this book was funny and smutty as hell. wasn't a favorite of mine and lasted a bit longer than i'd expected, but far from the worst thing i've ever read.
oh and i'll make my favorite quotes visible, if possible.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 20, 2026
Lupines Bloom where Blood Falls is a world of dark lore and cryptid soaked streets. All we thought and believed of the beasts from legend, fables, and lore is turned on its head in this story. This my friends is Lorewood. Lorewood is a quiet, quirky, unique town filled with characters that feel like the locals... a town that looks after its own while deeply permeated with secrets and darkness.
Lorewood is a place where your idea of fairytales bleed into something far darker then the Grimm brothers could ever fathom. Each and every character is not who they seem and this makes each one seem so unique and fascinating. For me I enjoyed the twist and interpretation on angels, werewolves, witches, and more.
Lupines focuses on Aurora a woman that works for her friend Eve and lives on her own with her trusted companion, her dog Louie. As the story unfolds Aurora begins to fall for the man that works across the street, Ezra. Can we honestly blame her though? Who wouldn't fall for a dark mysterious bookstore owner?
While the intensity and raw feral energy of Ezra and Aurora's attraction would appeal to any Romantasy or Dark Romance reader Lupines is so much more then this. This book is so much more than that. Still this story and realm is not just a love story, it is a story of a woman that comes into her own and discovers herself. Lupines is a story that is a dark as the forest and night itself. The book is savage and intense, emotional, magical, wild and completely unhinged in its feral nature. I recommend that all readers check the trigger warnings and tread carefully before stepping foot in Lorewood.
If you appreciate stories steeped in folklore and magic and characters that are more then they seem I highly recommend Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls. A world steeped in cults, legends, lore, violence, magic, and more. If you enjoyed stories like Frost by L.O. Gold, American Gods by Neil Gaiman, or wished your fairytales and folklore were a bit darker then step into Lorewood but tread careful if your heart isn't so pure. Until next time, happy reading!
Lorewood is a place where your idea of fairytales bleed into something far darker then the Grimm brothers could ever fathom. Each and every character is not who they seem and this makes each one seem so unique and fascinating. For me I enjoyed the twist and interpretation on angels, werewolves, witches, and more.
Lupines focuses on Aurora a woman that works for her friend Eve and lives on her own with her trusted companion, her dog Louie. As the story unfolds Aurora begins to fall for the man that works across the street, Ezra. Can we honestly blame her though? Who wouldn't fall for a dark mysterious bookstore owner?
While the intensity and raw feral energy of Ezra and Aurora's attraction would appeal to any Romantasy or Dark Romance reader Lupines is so much more then this. This book is so much more than that. Still this story and realm is not just a love story, it is a story of a woman that comes into her own and discovers herself. Lupines is a story that is a dark as the forest and night itself. The book is savage and intense, emotional, magical, wild and completely unhinged in its feral nature. I recommend that all readers check the trigger warnings and tread carefully before stepping foot in Lorewood.
If you appreciate stories steeped in folklore and magic and characters that are more then they seem I highly recommend Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls. A world steeped in cults, legends, lore, violence, magic, and more. If you enjoyed stories like Frost by L.O. Gold, American Gods by Neil Gaiman, or wished your fairytales and folklore were a bit darker then step into Lorewood but tread careful if your heart isn't so pure. Until next time, happy reading!
April 23, 2026
Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls by Remy Renard is a haunting, atmospheric read that lingers long after the final page. As an ARC reader, I went in not entirely sure what to expect—but what I found was a story steeped in darkness, beauty, and quiet brutality.
Renard weaves a narrative that feels almost dreamlike at times, yet never lets you forget the sharp edges beneath it. The prose is lush and evocative, painting scenes that are as eerie as they are captivating. There’s a constant sense of unease threaded throughout, like something is always just out of reach… or waiting in the shadows.
The characters are complex and morally grey, which added so much depth to the story. I found myself both drawn to and unsettled by them, questioning motives and loyalties right up until the end. It’s not an easy read emotionally—but that’s part of what makes it so compelling.
While there were moments where I wanted just a bit more clarity or pacing to smooth out, overall this was a powerful and immersive experience. Dark, poetic, and deeply atmospheric, Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls is perfect for readers who enjoy stories that blur the line between beauty and horror.
Definitely one that will stay with me. 🖤
Renard weaves a narrative that feels almost dreamlike at times, yet never lets you forget the sharp edges beneath it. The prose is lush and evocative, painting scenes that are as eerie as they are captivating. There’s a constant sense of unease threaded throughout, like something is always just out of reach… or waiting in the shadows.
The characters are complex and morally grey, which added so much depth to the story. I found myself both drawn to and unsettled by them, questioning motives and loyalties right up until the end. It’s not an easy read emotionally—but that’s part of what makes it so compelling.
While there were moments where I wanted just a bit more clarity or pacing to smooth out, overall this was a powerful and immersive experience. Dark, poetic, and deeply atmospheric, Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls is perfect for readers who enjoy stories that blur the line between beauty and horror.
Definitely one that will stay with me. 🖤
March 27, 2026
I received an ARC of Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls by Remy Renard through NetGalley, and I honestly devoured this book.
I was hooked pretty much right away. Aurora felt super real to me—funny, a little chaotic, and dealing with a lot in a way that didn’t feel forced. The writing had me laughing one minute and then actually feeling things the next, which I love.
The whole vibe of Lorewood was dark and kind of eerie in the best way, like something is always just slightly off. And Ezra… yeah. Very morally gray, very “this is a bad idea but I’m into it.” Their dynamic felt more intense than your typical back-and-forth romance, which made it way more interesting to read.
It’s got a mix of humor, emotion, and spice, and it all just worked for me. I also loved the little extras like the playlist and content warnings—it made the whole experience feel more immersive.
If you like dark fantasy romance with strong characters and a slightly unhinged edge, I’d definitely recommend this.
I was hooked pretty much right away. Aurora felt super real to me—funny, a little chaotic, and dealing with a lot in a way that didn’t feel forced. The writing had me laughing one minute and then actually feeling things the next, which I love.
The whole vibe of Lorewood was dark and kind of eerie in the best way, like something is always just slightly off. And Ezra… yeah. Very morally gray, very “this is a bad idea but I’m into it.” Their dynamic felt more intense than your typical back-and-forth romance, which made it way more interesting to read.
It’s got a mix of humor, emotion, and spice, and it all just worked for me. I also loved the little extras like the playlist and content warnings—it made the whole experience feel more immersive.
If you like dark fantasy romance with strong characters and a slightly unhinged edge, I’d definitely recommend this.
May 8, 2026
Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls by Remy Renard is a dark, atmospheric fantasy romance that feels less like a story and more like stepping into a living myth.
Lorewood is not a typical town—it’s alive with memory, superstition, and something ancient that never truly stopped watching. From the moment Aurora arrives, the tension is immediate and unsettling, like the town itself is holding its breath.
Aurora is not portrayed as fragile or chosen—she is disruptive, unknowingly powerful, and deeply tied to something the world has tried to forget. And Ezra… he is not soft redemption. He is restraint, violence, and control shaped over something older than time.
Their connection is not gentle—it’s inevitable.
What stands out most is the gothic intensity of the world:
* eerie small-town horror atmosphere
* ancient supernatural mythology
* cult-driven conflict
* monsters hiding in plain sight
* slow-burn devotion wrapped in danger
This is a romance built on tension, not comfort—where desire feels like unraveling and protection feels like possession.
Lorewood is not a typical town—it’s alive with memory, superstition, and something ancient that never truly stopped watching. From the moment Aurora arrives, the tension is immediate and unsettling, like the town itself is holding its breath.
Aurora is not portrayed as fragile or chosen—she is disruptive, unknowingly powerful, and deeply tied to something the world has tried to forget. And Ezra… he is not soft redemption. He is restraint, violence, and control shaped over something older than time.
Their connection is not gentle—it’s inevitable.
What stands out most is the gothic intensity of the world:
* eerie small-town horror atmosphere
* ancient supernatural mythology
* cult-driven conflict
* monsters hiding in plain sight
* slow-burn devotion wrapped in danger
This is a romance built on tension, not comfort—where desire feels like unraveling and protection feels like possession.
March 27, 2026
I received an ARC copy of Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls by Remy Renard from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
⭐️⭐️ (2/5) - DNF @ ~100 pages
I was really intrigued by the premise and the dark, moody tone this book seemed to promise.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to finish it. I ended up DNFing around the 100-page mark primarily due to the level of vulgarity throughout the writing. It felt extremely frequent, and instead of enhancing the tone, it pulled me out of the story and made it difficult to stay immersed.
There is definitely an audience for this style, readers who enjoy very raw, unfiltered writing may connect with it more than I did.
For me personally, it just didn’t align with my reading preferences.
⭐️⭐️ (2/5) - DNF @ ~100 pages
I was really intrigued by the premise and the dark, moody tone this book seemed to promise.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to finish it. I ended up DNFing around the 100-page mark primarily due to the level of vulgarity throughout the writing. It felt extremely frequent, and instead of enhancing the tone, it pulled me out of the story and made it difficult to stay immersed.
There is definitely an audience for this style, readers who enjoy very raw, unfiltered writing may connect with it more than I did.
For me personally, it just didn’t align with my reading preferences.
April 4, 2026
Lupines Bloom Where Blood Falls completely drew me in. Remy Renard crafts a dark, haunting world that’s as beautiful as it is dangerous, and I was hooked from the very first page. The characters are complex and unforgettable, and the tension kept me turning pages late into the night. It’s intense, emotional, and utterly captivating — an easy five-star read!
May 23, 2026
I was initially drawn to this book because of the title and the description, which gave me a completely wrong impression of what the actual writing of this book would be like. The author is certainly capable of writing in a way that is beautiful and evocative, even poetic, but most of the character-writing and dialogue is very simple and casual, even juvenile. Perhaps others would find it easy to get into the book and relate to the characters because of this, and I can see myself enjoying this if I had read it as a young adult when I was more used to this style. I wouldn't discourage anyone from giving this a try if they're intrigued by the description and are less demanding when it comes to writing quality.
Unfortunately, this book turned out to be very much not for me, to the extent that I couldn't make myself finish it. I feel guilty about that, as I'm very thankful to NetGalley and the publisher that I got to read this in advance, but I also don't think the rest of the book could have anything so mind-blowing to offer that it would significantly change my opinion.
Unfortunately, this book turned out to be very much not for me, to the extent that I couldn't make myself finish it. I feel guilty about that, as I'm very thankful to NetGalley and the publisher that I got to read this in advance, but I also don't think the rest of the book could have anything so mind-blowing to offer that it would significantly change my opinion.
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