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A'yen's Legacy #3
To Save A Life
A’yen's loved ones are under attack. To save them, he'll risk everything.
Half the Lokmane are free and the resettling of Lok’ma is in progress. A'yen is crowned king, but it isn't stopping his enemies. Someone is after Ro, and the woman he's falling in love with is caught in the middle.
When Fae is trapped in a cave-in at a dig site and wakes up with fake memories, A'yen knows who’s to blame. Proving it is the hard part. Things get worse as his past relationship with a human male, a man once again part of his life, is used to trap him and try to turn the people against him. And destroy his marriage.
Ro is then framed for murder, another move to discredit A’yen. Saving his marriage and reputation is easy compared to saving Ro’s life. Ro’s demons come for him, taking him back to a life not worth living.
A'yen races to save Ro before he can act on his deepest desire: killing his tormentor. Happily ever after can't happen if Ro is dead.
Half the Lokmane are free and the resettling of Lok’ma is in progress. A'yen is crowned king, but it isn't stopping his enemies. Someone is after Ro, and the woman he's falling in love with is caught in the middle.
When Fae is trapped in a cave-in at a dig site and wakes up with fake memories, A'yen knows who’s to blame. Proving it is the hard part. Things get worse as his past relationship with a human male, a man once again part of his life, is used to trap him and try to turn the people against him. And destroy his marriage.
Ro is then framed for murder, another move to discredit A’yen. Saving his marriage and reputation is easy compared to saving Ro’s life. Ro’s demons come for him, taking him back to a life not worth living.
A'yen races to save Ro before he can act on his deepest desire: killing his tormentor. Happily ever after can't happen if Ro is dead.
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First published April 21, 2015
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Rachel Leigh Smith
13 books68 followersRachel Leigh Smith was swept off her feet at the age of six by Magnum, P.I., then again at nine by Frank Hardy. She remembers her favorite romance novels by the hero’s name, so of course she writes romance for the hero lover. She lives in central Louisiana with her family, a half-crazed calico, a ginger tabby lion, and a menagerie of book boyfriends.
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October 5, 2023
Can this series get any more addictive? It's taken me three days to read through this book (with extensive breaks inbetween enforced by life - breaks which were infused with a longing to read more), and I could easily read the next one.
I can't say that this book is better or worse than the previous two, but the events that unfold are compelling. At times one laughs out loud, at others one cries, and yet others one wants a certain person to burn in hell... yet through it all, one just wants to read, devour, inhale more of this book.
Smith introduces us to several new characters in these pages, expanding our knowledge of the Marcasian Empire in particular. I for one cannot wait to learn more of them, as I know we will in upcoming books.
In short, a compelling read that doesn't disappoint. And among the best I've read so far this year.
I can't say that this book is better or worse than the previous two, but the events that unfold are compelling. At times one laughs out loud, at others one cries, and yet others one wants a certain person to burn in hell... yet through it all, one just wants to read, devour, inhale more of this book.
Smith introduces us to several new characters in these pages, expanding our knowledge of the Marcasian Empire in particular. I for one cannot wait to learn more of them, as I know we will in upcoming books.
In short, a compelling read that doesn't disappoint. And among the best I've read so far this year.
January 22, 2016
What I liked:
This is back to the full on angst and emotional punch of book one, though this time focused on A'yen's linked bodyguard, Ro. And this is a torturous, no-holds-barred look at the pain, humiliation and brutality experienced by those considered lowest on the Lokmane slaves. Ro's blue ink mark him as not only open for the use and abuse of any human, but hatred and distrust from his own people. In this universe, you can't come any lower than a sex slave. If anyone deserves a happily ever after, it's Ro, and despite everything, despite his own conviction he's unworthy of even a moment of kindness, he's a good man.
What I didn't like:
Nothing.
In conclusion:
This is a huge step back up from book two in terms of emotional punch and action, while still moving the politics forward. It's also moved from focusing on A'yen and Farran to Ro, though both men will are put through hell. The bedroom scenes are all closed doors, but you are left in no doubt about the absolute torture Ro is put through, an example of the all too common treatment of his people in this universe. If you like to see your heroes tortured beyond your endurance but with a HFN, in a rich, complex and well-drawn out future universe, this is the book for you.
This is back to the full on angst and emotional punch of book one, though this time focused on A'yen's linked bodyguard, Ro. And this is a torturous, no-holds-barred look at the pain, humiliation and brutality experienced by those considered lowest on the Lokmane slaves. Ro's blue ink mark him as not only open for the use and abuse of any human, but hatred and distrust from his own people. In this universe, you can't come any lower than a sex slave. If anyone deserves a happily ever after, it's Ro, and despite everything, despite his own conviction he's unworthy of even a moment of kindness, he's a good man.
What I didn't like:
Nothing.
In conclusion:
This is a huge step back up from book two in terms of emotional punch and action, while still moving the politics forward. It's also moved from focusing on A'yen and Farran to Ro, though both men will are put through hell. The bedroom scenes are all closed doors, but you are left in no doubt about the absolute torture Ro is put through, an example of the all too common treatment of his people in this universe. If you like to see your heroes tortured beyond your endurance but with a HFN, in a rich, complex and well-drawn out future universe, this is the book for you.
April 30, 2015
Wow! Ms. Smith has done it again with this 3rd book in the “A’yens Legacy” series! I am blown away by this talented, young new Indie author! ... Be prepared for an emotional roller-coaster ride as each unique, yet connected book she writes is literally out of this world ;) ... I hope she realizes that she has now set the bar high for her own writing and future works :D ... I don’t doubt she will continue to surprise & entertain us with her creative imagination and masterful way with words! ... I cannot wait for the next book #4, “Freedom’s Embrace” :o lol
Even tho I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review, I honestly loved this and the previous 2 in this series : ) ... However, I strongly recommend that you read them in order :) ... Also, make sure you have plenty of time to read these addictive stories, coz they will keep the reader engaged & the pages turning like crazy :o lol ... Better add all 3 of these must read books to your TBR list now, or hey- go buy them & get started on a fantastic journey full of romantic fantasy with suspense & drama, sci-fi at its best!
Even tho I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review, I honestly loved this and the previous 2 in this series : ) ... However, I strongly recommend that you read them in order :) ... Also, make sure you have plenty of time to read these addictive stories, coz they will keep the reader engaged & the pages turning like crazy :o lol ... Better add all 3 of these must read books to your TBR list now, or hey- go buy them & get started on a fantastic journey full of romantic fantasy with suspense & drama, sci-fi at its best!
June 14, 2015
Yes, this book is about A'yen, but in reality this is Ro's story. Ro is a powerful Me, and tattooed as a sex slave, trapped by an evil, sadistic human. He's being used to destroy any attempts for the Lokmane to be free on their home planet. But what those who are out to end what has begun, is that Ro is done being a pawn. With Jasmyn's help, Ro learns to overcome who he was and be who is.
Another powerful installment in this series. Smith pulls no punches, putting both A'yen and Ro through the wringer, and bringing them out better men in the end. Redemption and forgiveness, in yourself and in others, are the strong themes running through the book.
Read these books in order, so you can better enjoy the progression from slavery to freedom.
Another powerful installment in this series. Smith pulls no punches, putting both A'yen and Ro through the wringer, and bringing them out better men in the end. Redemption and forgiveness, in yourself and in others, are the strong themes running through the book.
Read these books in order, so you can better enjoy the progression from slavery to freedom.
March 4, 2018
This series keeps drawing me in with it's political intrigue and fascinating characters. The introduction of the royal family of Marcase and twin Més added to my enjoyment of the book as the author focused on the developing relationship between Ro and Jasmyn and the early days of the reign of King A'yen V and his wife, Queen Fae, as they navigate the minefield of those who refuse to accept the freedom of the Lokmane. I am looking forward to reading Book 4 in the series.
December 25, 2015
Rachel Leigh Smith's "To Save a Life" is the third book in her A'yen's Legacy series. It’s an interesting science fiction romance series. Sort of “Stargate” meets “In Distress” by Caethes Faron (which is a M/M read that’s very well done). This time we get to have a more in depth look at Ro. Ro has been marked as a sex slave and he can get into minds. Once again, all of the characters are amazingly deep and the story line has lots of complex twists and turns. Many of the intimate scenes are done with a more closed door approach, describing the beginning of the act or using only vague terms. Some readers prefer that, but I like a little more naughty stuff! There will be a #4 and I can't wait to read it.
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