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The Savage Vow: A FF Orc Romantasy
A forbidden bond. A savage vow. A mate she will not surrender.
Nargol Cydassi is the chieftain’s shadow—spy, blade, and the weapon unleashed when loyalty falters. When a mob revolts against the ruling family, she is sent to uncover the traitor before unrest spreads into war.
She expects lies.
She expects blood to be spilled.
She does not expect fate.
Orlena Blackwell is human—an outcast apprenticed to a master who will never see her as equal, tolerated among orcs but never truly one of them. She has survived by keeping her head bowed and her heart guarded.
Until a drifter looks at her—and something is awakened in her.
Fated mates are sacred among orcs.
But humans are not.
As Nargol uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the foundation of orc rule, enemies begin moving closer. Whispers turn into warnings. And the presence of a human at her side becomes a liability.
Anyone who mistakes Orlena for a weakness will learn just how wrong they are.
Because Nargol’s loyalty to her clan is iron.
But her devotion to her mate is something far more dangerous.
To claim Orlena, she must defy orders and risk becoming a weapon turned against her own people.
Some vows are sworn in honor.
Others are carved in fury.
The Savage Vow is a scorching sapphic monster romantasy featuring a lethal orc shadow-warrior, a forbidden human mate, fated bonds, and a heroine who will unravel kingdoms before she lets anyone touch what belongs to her.
Nargol Cydassi is the chieftain’s shadow—spy, blade, and the weapon unleashed when loyalty falters. When a mob revolts against the ruling family, she is sent to uncover the traitor before unrest spreads into war.
She expects lies.
She expects blood to be spilled.
She does not expect fate.
Orlena Blackwell is human—an outcast apprenticed to a master who will never see her as equal, tolerated among orcs but never truly one of them. She has survived by keeping her head bowed and her heart guarded.
Until a drifter looks at her—and something is awakened in her.
Fated mates are sacred among orcs.
But humans are not.
As Nargol uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the foundation of orc rule, enemies begin moving closer. Whispers turn into warnings. And the presence of a human at her side becomes a liability.
Anyone who mistakes Orlena for a weakness will learn just how wrong they are.
Because Nargol’s loyalty to her clan is iron.
But her devotion to her mate is something far more dangerous.
To claim Orlena, she must defy orders and risk becoming a weapon turned against her own people.
Some vows are sworn in honor.
Others are carved in fury.
The Savage Vow is a scorching sapphic monster romantasy featuring a lethal orc shadow-warrior, a forbidden human mate, fated bonds, and a heroine who will unravel kingdoms before she lets anyone touch what belongs to her.
364 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 15, 2026
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May 29, 2026
Danger & true love
Danger & true love in this orc / human story. The orcs are threatened by a traitor and an ancient enemy but find love along the way.
Danger & true love in this orc / human story. The orcs are threatened by a traitor and an ancient enemy but find love along the way.
May 20, 2026
I loved this book! I stayed up all night to read it and it was worth it. I re-read the Iron Oath before I read this one and you can honestly see the growth that Ariel Marie continues to go through in her writing. The plot was amazing and gripping, to the point that I was actually crying at one part and yelling at the characters to pull it together in another.
This was a great continuation to the Lunaterra Series, as well as a great addition to the Cydassi sisters arc that Ariel Marie has created.
I hope she writes another book that follows this amazing vein of stories. I look forward to what is next from her with batted breath!
This was a great continuation to the Lunaterra Series, as well as a great addition to the Cydassi sisters arc that Ariel Marie has created.
I hope she writes another book that follows this amazing vein of stories. I look forward to what is next from her with batted breath!
May 17, 2026
Ohhh so good
The 2 books in this series by Ariel Marie are so good. I hope there will be a 3rd since there is a close friend of the Orc princess/General that needs a mate, a favor owed to the witch and a war to fight. Note at one point there was a whole POV that the wrong KNOWN name (even though it actually was the correct name) was used. That was the biggest mistake made but did not lower my view of this book.
The 2 books in this series by Ariel Marie are so good. I hope there will be a 3rd since there is a close friend of the Orc princess/General that needs a mate, a favor owed to the witch and a war to fight. Note at one point there was a whole POV that the wrong KNOWN name (even though it actually was the correct name) was used. That was the biggest mistake made but did not lower my view of this book.
May 17, 2026
Surprises abound!
Yes! The wait was worth it!
Nargol is sent on a task that uncovers a devious plot, but of course there are surprises that abound. Nargol’s introduction to Orleana was awesome and surprising. It had me giggling. I even had fun trying to pronounce some of the Orcish words throughout the story. Nargol proves she is a strong warrior and trustworthy.
One of my favorite parts is when Nargol goes to a temple as part of her undercover persona.
Yes! The wait was worth it!
Nargol is sent on a task that uncovers a devious plot, but of course there are surprises that abound. Nargol’s introduction to Orleana was awesome and surprising. It had me giggling. I even had fun trying to pronounce some of the Orcish words throughout the story. Nargol proves she is a strong warrior and trustworthy.
One of my favorite parts is when Nargol goes to a temple as part of her undercover persona.
August 11, 2026
Solid story with good characterization
Good story, classic fantasy tropes but with Orcs instead of Humans. Good world building that makes you fairly well immersed. The action scenes were written well with a very orcy brutality. Finally, the love story was sweet and well realized. Solid read that you won't regret having spent the time on.
Good story, classic fantasy tropes but with Orcs instead of Humans. Good world building that makes you fairly well immersed. The action scenes were written well with a very orcy brutality. Finally, the love story was sweet and well realized. Solid read that you won't regret having spent the time on.
May 21, 2026
Omg wow what a phenomenal story I loved the main characters their chemistry was shining throughout, the depth of each character was embedded beautifully making you feel apart of their world, I couldn't put it down definitely must read congratulations
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