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Drakoryan Brides #3
War Bride
Part 3 of 3 in this continuing saga.
Three dragon lords saved me. Now they plan to make me their own.
Three dragon lords saved me. Now they plan to make me their own.
When the ShadowFell dragon destroyed my village, I alone survived the slaughter. A Drakoryan rescued me from where I clung to life in the bottom of a well. From the moment Lord Turin saw me, he was determined that he and his brothers would take me for a mate.
To do so would mean breaking the rules. Drakoryans bring mates to the empire only by special permission of the witches. But as war begins with the ShadowFell, everything has changed. The villagers from across the mountains have been brought here for protection. The time of sacrifice is at end, and the Lords of Za’vol are being allowed to take me as a specially designated mate – a War Bride.
I should be grateful that the Drakoryans saved me. But I know what they are. They are drake shifters. How can I accept their dragon side, when it was a dragon that robbed me of everyone and everything I held dear?
The Lords of Za’Vol are determined to mate with me, to form a lasting bond despite my fear of them. But I want something in return. I want to be brave, so brave that no man or beast can ever hurt me again. If the Drakoryans are to claim me, they must train me to fight.
War Bride contains scenes of graphic sex and fantasy battlefield violence. If these themes offend you, do not purchase this book.
158 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 20, 2018
About the author
Ava Sinclair
252 books509 followersAva Sinclair is a best-selling Amazon romance author who caters to readers who appreciate a plot driven book where the steamy sex complements the story, rather than overshadowing it.
A hopeless bibliophile, Ava avidly reads across multiple genres, and this is reflected in her varied body of work that spans contemporary, medieval fantasy, western, historical, time travel and sci-fi. She especially enjoys world-building and crafting interesting and relatable characters.
Because her books feature graphic sex and elements of power exchange, she gently cautions her readers to take her work for what it is – delightful, sexy escapism.
Ava lives in southern Virginia in a farmhouse tucked away on a wooded hilltop. The first thing she did after moving in was to rip out the dining room and turn it into a library/office. This is where she spends most of her days, writing and being ignored by her cats. When she’s not working, she enjoys roaming the woods around her house, or seeking the advice of Lucius, her Eagle Owl.
A hopeless bibliophile, Ava avidly reads across multiple genres, and this is reflected in her varied body of work that spans contemporary, medieval fantasy, western, historical, time travel and sci-fi. She especially enjoys world-building and crafting interesting and relatable characters.
Because her books feature graphic sex and elements of power exchange, she gently cautions her readers to take her work for what it is – delightful, sexy escapism.
Ava lives in southern Virginia in a farmhouse tucked away on a wooded hilltop. The first thing she did after moving in was to rip out the dining room and turn it into a library/office. This is where she spends most of her days, writing and being ignored by her cats. When she’s not working, she enjoys roaming the woods around her house, or seeking the advice of Lucius, her Eagle Owl.
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June 15, 2018
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This story broke my heart a little bit. There are some broken people in this story and you feel it. But sometimes you have to be broken to be fixed.
Two out of the three dragons were raised by normal fathers but the third is treated like crap by his father and it shows. And with having to mate to a woman that has issues with dragons this could be a problem. So now everyone has to learn about trust, sacrifice, and finally love.
April 20, 2018
Drakoryan Brides, Book #3. When immovable dragons meet the irresistible force of a fated mate, what could go wrong? Everything!
When the ShadowFell awaken after centuries of sleep, the God of the Deep Places speaks to the muddled mind of Seadus, King of the ShawdowFell. Consumed with revenge against the Drakoryans, there's one absolute. Utterly defeat at the hands of the ShadowFell twice before is unacceptable. A third defeat won't occur. The God of the Deep Places has a well-crafted plan. Will the ShadowFell accept it? Isla's village was destroyed, the young females taken, by the ShadowFell. The sole survivor, she's rescued by Turin of Zy'vol. Now alone, she's stripped of family and friends, in the unenviable position of terrified refugee. Against the rules and traditions of the Drakoryans, the Lords of Zy'vol would take Isla as their mate. Is this a disaster in the making? Isla's knows one thing with certainty. Dragons destroyed her life. Dragons are now asking her to trust them to save and protect her. As Jayx, Turin, and Zyvis struggle to curb their dragons' overpowering need to claim Isla, they know she's no ordinary bride. Turin wins first rights but, in the process, brother turns against brother. Turin may be second born, but he's no fool. He won't force Isla. As dominant as the brothers are, when Isla demands something from each brother in exchange for her surrender, Turin agrees. And while Jayx, the eldest, is reluctant, he sees Turin's wisdom. But it's Zyvis, hotheaded youngest brother, who may just destroy everything. As King Vukurcis calls the War Council, no Drakoryan has the luxury of refusing. The brothers haven't completed the mating bond permanently connecting them to Isla. If Isla can't connect with Zyvis, House Zy'vol is ruined. For Zyvis, anger, insufferable pride, and jealously rule his every action. His father, Lord Udra, and the influence he holds over Zyvis doesn't help. Events soon spin out of control. The witches of the Wyrd and the king's own oracle, Ezador the Wise, have warnings and prophecies not just about Isla and the Lords of Zy'vol, but the ShadowFell and war to come. Even the might of the witches can't stop this. The God and Goddess of the Wyld aren't omnipotent. The God of the Deep Places is an unknown. Isla wants bravery and courage. Can she find it? Is there any common ground between her and Zyvis? Doubtful at best. The odds are unbelievably stacked against all four. Is there any way the four can make the crucial connection? Far more is at stake than the future of House Zy'vol. In the end, there's only one answer. The question is, can Isla and the Lords of Zy'vol find what they need in the depths of their souls? If not, the entire Drakoryan empire may just be lost!
This set of characters is a complete departure from those in the prior books in this series, casting a unique perspective on the Drakoryan empire. There are challenges here never encountered before by any Drakoryans or their mate. That Isla, who lost everything, is expected to give everything to three dragons, her rescue from death notwithstanding, is unacceptable. She's absolutely fascinating and unique in every way. A great burden has been placed on her shoulders. The question is, can she handle it? In my opinion, Turin, Jayx, and Zyvis are the most complex and problematic Drakoryan males yet. The Drakoryan brothers in each book have had separate and distinct personalities. They're certainly not in accord except for the need to claim their mate. It's the nature of the conflicts between Jayx, Turin, and Zyvis that are completely different. These three have nothing in common. Turin's calm, rational, and analytical. Jayx struggles with his role as eldest. He's patient, kind, but with an aggression that reveals itself at the worst of times. But it's Zyvis, the quick-tempered, angry youngest his belief he's owed respect, his need to prove himself to everyone, who holds everything in his hands. Ava Sinclair shines with the complicated plot and beautifully created characters in this book. The suspense and pressures on Isla, Jayx, Turin, and Zyvis to complete the mating bond in the face on inevitable war truly make this book riveting. Not once did I have a clue what was coming next. Tradition has to be tossed aside. The future of the entire Drakoryan Empire rests on the ability of these four to adapt and change. Again, this story wouldn't be as remarkable as it is without the supporting characters. The witches of the Wyrd, Ezador, King Vukurcis, Lords Egir, Udra, and Orys, even Lady Klea, Sal, the Lords of Fra'hir, and the villagers, the ShadowFell themselves, play incredibly important roles. They add depth that makes this story captivating. This book captured me from the moment I started reading. Congratulations, Ms. Sinclair! This book is outstanding in every way. It deserves nothing less than five stars!
A final note. Be an informed reader! This is an ADULT book. It contains explicit language and sexual scenes. If you don't enjoy this genre, this may not be the book for you. There are book synopses and reviews available on Goodreads and Amazon. Use these resources. DON'T LEAVE A NEGATIVE REVIEW WHEN YOU KNOW YOU WON'T ENJOY THE BOOK. It's not fair to the author. She works hard to provide a quality work product. If you know you'll object to a book's subject matter before you buy it, you're doing yourself and the author an extreme disservice.
Thanks for reading my review and happy reading
When the ShadowFell awaken after centuries of sleep, the God of the Deep Places speaks to the muddled mind of Seadus, King of the ShawdowFell. Consumed with revenge against the Drakoryans, there's one absolute. Utterly defeat at the hands of the ShadowFell twice before is unacceptable. A third defeat won't occur. The God of the Deep Places has a well-crafted plan. Will the ShadowFell accept it? Isla's village was destroyed, the young females taken, by the ShadowFell. The sole survivor, she's rescued by Turin of Zy'vol. Now alone, she's stripped of family and friends, in the unenviable position of terrified refugee. Against the rules and traditions of the Drakoryans, the Lords of Zy'vol would take Isla as their mate. Is this a disaster in the making? Isla's knows one thing with certainty. Dragons destroyed her life. Dragons are now asking her to trust them to save and protect her. As Jayx, Turin, and Zyvis struggle to curb their dragons' overpowering need to claim Isla, they know she's no ordinary bride. Turin wins first rights but, in the process, brother turns against brother. Turin may be second born, but he's no fool. He won't force Isla. As dominant as the brothers are, when Isla demands something from each brother in exchange for her surrender, Turin agrees. And while Jayx, the eldest, is reluctant, he sees Turin's wisdom. But it's Zyvis, hotheaded youngest brother, who may just destroy everything. As King Vukurcis calls the War Council, no Drakoryan has the luxury of refusing. The brothers haven't completed the mating bond permanently connecting them to Isla. If Isla can't connect with Zyvis, House Zy'vol is ruined. For Zyvis, anger, insufferable pride, and jealously rule his every action. His father, Lord Udra, and the influence he holds over Zyvis doesn't help. Events soon spin out of control. The witches of the Wyrd and the king's own oracle, Ezador the Wise, have warnings and prophecies not just about Isla and the Lords of Zy'vol, but the ShadowFell and war to come. Even the might of the witches can't stop this. The God and Goddess of the Wyld aren't omnipotent. The God of the Deep Places is an unknown. Isla wants bravery and courage. Can she find it? Is there any common ground between her and Zyvis? Doubtful at best. The odds are unbelievably stacked against all four. Is there any way the four can make the crucial connection? Far more is at stake than the future of House Zy'vol. In the end, there's only one answer. The question is, can Isla and the Lords of Zy'vol find what they need in the depths of their souls? If not, the entire Drakoryan empire may just be lost!
This set of characters is a complete departure from those in the prior books in this series, casting a unique perspective on the Drakoryan empire. There are challenges here never encountered before by any Drakoryans or their mate. That Isla, who lost everything, is expected to give everything to three dragons, her rescue from death notwithstanding, is unacceptable. She's absolutely fascinating and unique in every way. A great burden has been placed on her shoulders. The question is, can she handle it? In my opinion, Turin, Jayx, and Zyvis are the most complex and problematic Drakoryan males yet. The Drakoryan brothers in each book have had separate and distinct personalities. They're certainly not in accord except for the need to claim their mate. It's the nature of the conflicts between Jayx, Turin, and Zyvis that are completely different. These three have nothing in common. Turin's calm, rational, and analytical. Jayx struggles with his role as eldest. He's patient, kind, but with an aggression that reveals itself at the worst of times. But it's Zyvis, the quick-tempered, angry youngest his belief he's owed respect, his need to prove himself to everyone, who holds everything in his hands. Ava Sinclair shines with the complicated plot and beautifully created characters in this book. The suspense and pressures on Isla, Jayx, Turin, and Zyvis to complete the mating bond in the face on inevitable war truly make this book riveting. Not once did I have a clue what was coming next. Tradition has to be tossed aside. The future of the entire Drakoryan Empire rests on the ability of these four to adapt and change. Again, this story wouldn't be as remarkable as it is without the supporting characters. The witches of the Wyrd, Ezador, King Vukurcis, Lords Egir, Udra, and Orys, even Lady Klea, Sal, the Lords of Fra'hir, and the villagers, the ShadowFell themselves, play incredibly important roles. They add depth that makes this story captivating. This book captured me from the moment I started reading. Congratulations, Ms. Sinclair! This book is outstanding in every way. It deserves nothing less than five stars!
A final note. Be an informed reader! This is an ADULT book. It contains explicit language and sexual scenes. If you don't enjoy this genre, this may not be the book for you. There are book synopses and reviews available on Goodreads and Amazon. Use these resources. DON'T LEAVE A NEGATIVE REVIEW WHEN YOU KNOW YOU WON'T ENJOY THE BOOK. It's not fair to the author. She works hard to provide a quality work product. If you know you'll object to a book's subject matter before you buy it, you're doing yourself and the author an extreme disservice.
Thanks for reading my review and happy reading
April 20, 2018
Isla is a War Bride
Isla is the lone survivor of the attack on her village by the Shadowfell Dragons. Saved from the well she was found in by Drakorian Lord Turin, she is now a War Bride to three Za'vol Dragon Lords. Turin, Jayx and Zyvis must mate with Isla, but after the attack on her village, she fears all dragons. As each dragon brother meets with Isla, they must use patience and understanding to help Isla overcome her fears and help her learn to become fearless with the ability to defend herself. Isla asks each mate to help her lose her fears and teach her to fight back. The first two brothers earn Isla's trust and gift her with confidence to defend herself in spite of having mates that would give their lives to keep her safe. One brother, the youngest, Zyvis has been taught by his father to be strong and not allow anyone, especially a woman, to rule him, so he approaches Isla with an attitude of superiority. That is not what Isla will put up with so she has her own way to show Zyvis she will not be taken by
him, she will instead take him. War is coming with the Shadowfell and it is important that Isla and her mates finish their mating bond and they will become stronger for it in the end. Isla and her three mates have a big hurdle to overcome and Zyvis is keeping them from accomplishing the final bond with Isla. Although Isla is becoming stronger with each mating, she and Zyvis must find a connection that works. I loved the way Turin and Jayx find a way to build up Isla's confidence and give her the love and affection she needs, while I worried that their mating will never be, due to the attitude Zyvis brings to the mating bond. I didn't like Zyvis, but knew it was his father's upbringing that caused it. The war that is coming and the failure to complete the mating could all be affected by Zyvis' father and could mean the end of the Za'vol Lord's future generations.
Isla is the lone survivor of the attack on her village by the Shadowfell Dragons. Saved from the well she was found in by Drakorian Lord Turin, she is now a War Bride to three Za'vol Dragon Lords. Turin, Jayx and Zyvis must mate with Isla, but after the attack on her village, she fears all dragons. As each dragon brother meets with Isla, they must use patience and understanding to help Isla overcome her fears and help her learn to become fearless with the ability to defend herself. Isla asks each mate to help her lose her fears and teach her to fight back. The first two brothers earn Isla's trust and gift her with confidence to defend herself in spite of having mates that would give their lives to keep her safe. One brother, the youngest, Zyvis has been taught by his father to be strong and not allow anyone, especially a woman, to rule him, so he approaches Isla with an attitude of superiority. That is not what Isla will put up with so she has her own way to show Zyvis she will not be taken by
him, she will instead take him. War is coming with the Shadowfell and it is important that Isla and her mates finish their mating bond and they will become stronger for it in the end. Isla and her three mates have a big hurdle to overcome and Zyvis is keeping them from accomplishing the final bond with Isla. Although Isla is becoming stronger with each mating, she and Zyvis must find a connection that works. I loved the way Turin and Jayx find a way to build up Isla's confidence and give her the love and affection she needs, while I worried that their mating will never be, due to the attitude Zyvis brings to the mating bond. I didn't like Zyvis, but knew it was his father's upbringing that caused it. The war that is coming and the failure to complete the mating could all be affected by Zyvis' father and could mean the end of the Za'vol Lord's future generations.
April 20, 2018
I'm loving RH dragon shifter fantasy romances. Boy, is that some kind of long genre name or what? Whether that's a legit genre or just something that I pulled out of my head, the fact is that Ava Sinclair's books fall right into that category, so it's a good thing that I get to read them, right?
Isla is a survivor, even if she's had a really difficult time at the moment, but anyone who could last in the bottom of a well while her village is getting destroyed and all the maidens are being taken away and everyone else killed is going to be a survivor. Right now, she's getting ready to mate to Turin, Jayx, and Zayvis, the Lords of Za'vol. It's going to be hard for her because she knows that they have a dragon side and she's still terrified of dragons. She knows the Drakoryans aren't the ShadowFell who destroyed her village, but that doesn't mean that they don't scare the living crap out of her.
There are a lot of changes going on in this book. In the previous books, we learned the world was one way, but after the last book, everything has changed because the world is changing. So, we have all those big changes going on, plus the way that the Drakoryans' mates are getting chosen is getting changed. That leaves all kinds of things up in the air with everyone, which is already pretty scary. We also get a closer look at the family dynamics in an extended Drakoryan family. I really love the look inside the family. Of course, that doesn't mean that I like how it works, but I love looking at it.
I need oh so many more of these books. All the books. All the stories. All the Drakoryans. I want to follow their children and grandchildren.
Isla is a survivor, even if she's had a really difficult time at the moment, but anyone who could last in the bottom of a well while her village is getting destroyed and all the maidens are being taken away and everyone else killed is going to be a survivor. Right now, she's getting ready to mate to Turin, Jayx, and Zayvis, the Lords of Za'vol. It's going to be hard for her because she knows that they have a dragon side and she's still terrified of dragons. She knows the Drakoryans aren't the ShadowFell who destroyed her village, but that doesn't mean that they don't scare the living crap out of her.
There are a lot of changes going on in this book. In the previous books, we learned the world was one way, but after the last book, everything has changed because the world is changing. So, we have all those big changes going on, plus the way that the Drakoryans' mates are getting chosen is getting changed. That leaves all kinds of things up in the air with everyone, which is already pretty scary. We also get a closer look at the family dynamics in an extended Drakoryan family. I really love the look inside the family. Of course, that doesn't mean that I like how it works, but I love looking at it.
I need oh so many more of these books. All the books. All the stories. All the Drakoryans. I want to follow their children and grandchildren.
April 21, 2018
The third book in the Drakoryan Brides series, each can be read as a standalone, but are related to each other following the same theme.
Isla is the only survivor of an attack on her village by the Shadowfell Dragons, her sister was taken by them. Isla is rescued by one of the Za'vol Dragon Lords, Turin. They petitioned and won the request to take a War Bridge before the war with the Shadowfell Dragons begins in earnest. Brothers Turin, Jayx and Zyvis must fight for who gets to claim Isla first, unusually in front of her, and she witnesses the dragons fighting over her, with one brother nearly killing the other!
But Isla wants to be able to protect herself and and become fearless, asking a 'boon' from the first two brothers, Turin and Jayx, who give her the gift freely, with patience and loving care. But Zyvis is not like his brothers - there was always and undercurrent of conflict growing up in their house - each son is fathered by a different dragon but are supposed to be raised by all 3 dragons equally. Zyvis was favored by his own father/dragon, but he is arrogant and rude, prideful and spiteful, and has pushed his son at everything, making him feel like he is not good enough for anything. Isla care not for his arrogant and egotistical behavior and puts him in his place.
The bonding with the three brothers must take place before the war, and Isla and the brothers have a few hurdles to overcome before they can do that!!
Another great addition to this series, I thoroughly enjoy reading about these dragon shifters, their mates and the world they live in. Highly recommended PNR/dragon shifter reading.
Isla is the only survivor of an attack on her village by the Shadowfell Dragons, her sister was taken by them. Isla is rescued by one of the Za'vol Dragon Lords, Turin. They petitioned and won the request to take a War Bridge before the war with the Shadowfell Dragons begins in earnest. Brothers Turin, Jayx and Zyvis must fight for who gets to claim Isla first, unusually in front of her, and she witnesses the dragons fighting over her, with one brother nearly killing the other!
But Isla wants to be able to protect herself and and become fearless, asking a 'boon' from the first two brothers, Turin and Jayx, who give her the gift freely, with patience and loving care. But Zyvis is not like his brothers - there was always and undercurrent of conflict growing up in their house - each son is fathered by a different dragon but are supposed to be raised by all 3 dragons equally. Zyvis was favored by his own father/dragon, but he is arrogant and rude, prideful and spiteful, and has pushed his son at everything, making him feel like he is not good enough for anything. Isla care not for his arrogant and egotistical behavior and puts him in his place.
The bonding with the three brothers must take place before the war, and Isla and the brothers have a few hurdles to overcome before they can do that!!
Another great addition to this series, I thoroughly enjoy reading about these dragon shifters, their mates and the world they live in. Highly recommended PNR/dragon shifter reading.
April 9, 2018
Isla watched her village burn to the ground and have her sister taken from her. Turin saved her from the well she hid in and now she is the bride. But there is a big problem. As much as Turin and Jayx show their sides of caring for Isla. Zyvis’ father has turned his son. He has made him hate and almost cause the death of one brother and the conflict of the villagers against their Dragons. If Zyvis does not take control and learn, there will be no Deepening. And their line will end.
In the beginning, you saw the fight in Isla. She was as much of a fighter as Lyla when she was taken. Isla wants to be able to protect herself even though the brothers have sworn to do that. Turin shows his kindness and caring side. He would do anything for her. Jayx is at times silly but he too shows he true side to her. It is Zyvis that was the real problem. When we first read about his father, I knew this was going to be a problem. Anger and bitter is how I would describe the father. And to have it flow into Zyvis when he and his brother finally found their bride is heartbreaking. But matters get worse. And when the King shows, you know war is really upon them. I was angry with Zyvis being manipulated by his father. How he could not see the hate was unbelievable. But I also applaud Isla. She did right. It takes a strong woman and a man to stand up to what is wrong.
The Healer, for all her anger, I see something to come of her.
In the beginning, you saw the fight in Isla. She was as much of a fighter as Lyla when she was taken. Isla wants to be able to protect herself even though the brothers have sworn to do that. Turin shows his kindness and caring side. He would do anything for her. Jayx is at times silly but he too shows he true side to her. It is Zyvis that was the real problem. When we first read about his father, I knew this was going to be a problem. Anger and bitter is how I would describe the father. And to have it flow into Zyvis when he and his brother finally found their bride is heartbreaking. But matters get worse. And when the King shows, you know war is really upon them. I was angry with Zyvis being manipulated by his father. How he could not see the hate was unbelievable. But I also applaud Isla. She did right. It takes a strong woman and a man to stand up to what is wrong.
The Healer, for all her anger, I see something to come of her.
April 9, 2018
Book 3 in this series switches to Isla's story (the sole survivor of a ShadowFell attack from book 2 - Fire Bride).
The three brothers that found her, petition to have her as a bride and it is granted. In this book we get to witness the brothers fight for mating position and get to meet the brothers' parents. It is kind of unique that each of the three fathers each produced a son and that the family unit was not a completely happy one ( I would have thought that if one of the brothers was causing strife that the others would have set him straight - but that was not the case in this book).
I loved that Turin and Jayx actually set about wooing their bride and helping her overcome her trauma and heartache caused by the attack on her village. Zyvis (the youngest brother and the son of the a$inine father with the f'ed up views of women) is a hard pill to swallow and after getting to know him and his views (that were a product of his a$$hat of a father), I really wanted him to perish in the mating fight. But Zyvis does redeem himself at the end of the story. It was a little anticlimactic, as I would have thought there would have been more of a fight and if that is all it took to set things right, why wasn't it done sooner by those closer to the problem?
Anyway, it is a great continuation of the story and I look forward to more Drakoryan stories.
The three brothers that found her, petition to have her as a bride and it is granted. In this book we get to witness the brothers fight for mating position and get to meet the brothers' parents. It is kind of unique that each of the three fathers each produced a son and that the family unit was not a completely happy one ( I would have thought that if one of the brothers was causing strife that the others would have set him straight - but that was not the case in this book).
I loved that Turin and Jayx actually set about wooing their bride and helping her overcome her trauma and heartache caused by the attack on her village. Zyvis (the youngest brother and the son of the a$inine father with the f'ed up views of women) is a hard pill to swallow and after getting to know him and his views (that were a product of his a$$hat of a father), I really wanted him to perish in the mating fight. But Zyvis does redeem himself at the end of the story. It was a little anticlimactic, as I would have thought there would have been more of a fight and if that is all it took to set things right, why wasn't it done sooner by those closer to the problem?
Anyway, it is a great continuation of the story and I look forward to more Drakoryan stories.
April 21, 2018
While the third book in the series, I haven't read the first two book and found that, it read well as a stand alone. Isla is the sole survivor of her village. They were attacked by the shadowfell, monovalent dragons who, stole the maidens and killed everyone else. She is rescued by 3 Drakoryon brothers. The Drakoryons, who are dragon shifters, have been at war with the shadowfell, since the Drakoryon came into being. Isla is now a war bride. Promised mate to the 3 Lords of Za'vol. She doesn't accept her fate with out a fight. Jayx the eldest and Turin the middle brother, treat her with compassion and understanding. Zyvis the youngest, treats her is distain, due to the influence of his father, and their bond fails. Isla is strong and compassionate and Zyvis has to decide if his pride and fear of his father is stronger then he need for Isla and repairing his relationship with his brothers.
Great story. Interesting world building. I like that the Drakoryons aren't really a whole lot better then the shadowfall. They need humans to farm, raise live stock and provide them with females. Their displeasure is swift and harsh. Added this series to my wish list. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Great story. Interesting world building. I like that the Drakoryons aren't really a whole lot better then the shadowfall. They need humans to farm, raise live stock and provide them with females. Their displeasure is swift and harsh. Added this series to my wish list. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 24, 2018
Wow that was one hell of a book! This is the 3rd book in the series. And it is just as well-written and thought out as the others.
This is Isla's story. We met her in book two when she is rescued from the well. And she is the sole survivor after the Shadowfell destroy her village. Turin being the one that recues her feels for her and asks permission to take her as a war bride. But she is still scared of the dragon men. But she learns to love them well two at least the third is a problem and his father is a bad person. His father is so bad that it ruins the relationship with Isla. Let's hope he wakes up before it is too late and not only him but all lose her. For it is all or none.
Now before I ruin this for you I will leave off here. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did. If you do like this book, please consider leaving a review. The Authors really like it when you do; they value your opinions too.
This is Isla's story. We met her in book two when she is rescued from the well. And she is the sole survivor after the Shadowfell destroy her village. Turin being the one that recues her feels for her and asks permission to take her as a war bride. But she is still scared of the dragon men. But she learns to love them well two at least the third is a problem and his father is a bad person. His father is so bad that it ruins the relationship with Isla. Let's hope he wakes up before it is too late and not only him but all lose her. For it is all or none.
Now before I ruin this for you I will leave off here. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did. If you do like this book, please consider leaving a review. The Authors really like it when you do; they value your opinions too.
May 20, 2018
Turin, Jayx, Zyvis and Isla
Isla is the sole survivor of Branlock, the village that was burned by the Shadowfell. Turin was the one who found her and took her to the castle. She has been promised as a war bride to the brothers of Za’vol.
This book is about how Isla copes with her loss of family and how she wants vengeance. She must learn to love these dragon men even when she is afraid of dragons. She does fine with Turin and Jayx but has difficulty with the youngest one, Zyvis. Zyvis has issues because of never being good enough and winning the love of his father. This in turn harms his relationship with Isla, his brothers and the other dragon Lord's.
This is a nice continuation from the last book. The battle with the Shadowfell still wages as well as earning the respect and support of the villagers. I am looking forward to the battle and finding out how they defeat the Shadowfell and retrieve the stolen maidens.
Isla is the sole survivor of Branlock, the village that was burned by the Shadowfell. Turin was the one who found her and took her to the castle. She has been promised as a war bride to the brothers of Za’vol.
This book is about how Isla copes with her loss of family and how she wants vengeance. She must learn to love these dragon men even when she is afraid of dragons. She does fine with Turin and Jayx but has difficulty with the youngest one, Zyvis. Zyvis has issues because of never being good enough and winning the love of his father. This in turn harms his relationship with Isla, his brothers and the other dragon Lord's.
This is a nice continuation from the last book. The battle with the Shadowfell still wages as well as earning the respect and support of the villagers. I am looking forward to the battle and finding out how they defeat the Shadowfell and retrieve the stolen maidens.
April 19, 2018
Wow! This series just gets better with each book! Much like book two, War Bride is an action-packed fantasy that is difficult to put down!
Isla is the survivor of a dragon attack on her village, and she is one tough, willful woman! She is being given as a war bride to her rescuers, but she’s no damsel in distress. She is determined to learn to fight! I find that very admirable.
I like how War Bride is written from multiple perspectives, giving insight into all of the characters. The plot had a gradual build up and easily held my attention. Even though I was able to foresee some of the events in the book, that didn’t detract from my enjoyment.
This is my third book by Ava Sinclair and the third book in the series. Unlike previous books, this one didn’t offer a sneak peek at the next book, which disappointed me because I can’t wait to see what happens next!
Isla is the survivor of a dragon attack on her village, and she is one tough, willful woman! She is being given as a war bride to her rescuers, but she’s no damsel in distress. She is determined to learn to fight! I find that very admirable.
I like how War Bride is written from multiple perspectives, giving insight into all of the characters. The plot had a gradual build up and easily held my attention. Even though I was able to foresee some of the events in the book, that didn’t detract from my enjoyment.
This is my third book by Ava Sinclair and the third book in the series. Unlike previous books, this one didn’t offer a sneak peek at the next book, which disappointed me because I can’t wait to see what happens next!
April 19, 2018
This series just keeps getting better and better. Action-packed from start to finish. Isla survived a dragon attack on her village that left it decimated and all of the other maidens captured by the dragons. She is rescued by Turin, a Drakoryan Lord, and is taken as a war bride for him and his two other brothers. There is strife between the brothers that results from how they were raised. Jayx and Turin are patient and loving with Isla, but the youngest brother Zyvis is demanding of her. That hurts the bond between all of them. Will Zyvis pull his head out of his a$$ before it is too late and she is lost to them?
** I voluntarily read an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review **
** I voluntarily read an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review **
April 20, 2018
Customer Review
5.0 out of 5 starsHighly recommended reading!
By sewsummore on 20 April 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
Wow! This series just gets better and better as the Dragon Lords prepare for the was that is to come. Isla is a war bride of the Za'vol Dragons and must make peace with her husbands while the ShadowFell seek to create disharmony between the villagers and the drakoryans who once ruled over them. This book was full of drama and suspense as the war comes to the mystic valley,
life long fears must be set aside, new partnerships forged, and an unwilling wife taught to love her husbands. Highly recommended reading!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and have voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
5.0 out of 5 starsHighly recommended reading!
By sewsummore on 20 April 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
Wow! This series just gets better and better as the Dragon Lords prepare for the was that is to come. Isla is a war bride of the Za'vol Dragons and must make peace with her husbands while the ShadowFell seek to create disharmony between the villagers and the drakoryans who once ruled over them. This book was full of drama and suspense as the war comes to the mystic valley,
life long fears must be set aside, new partnerships forged, and an unwilling wife taught to love her husbands. Highly recommended reading!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and have voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
April 20, 2018
Excellent
I love this series no lie but this book to me is the start of the second and not the third as one and two should have been together. Anyway I digress back to this one which has a change of pace a different women and another group of men although we see glimpses of the first group I should say.
This group appeared at the end of the last book and carried on from there saved from a well after her village is hurt to the ground the women taken and the men killed she has to adjust to her new life all the while wanting vengeance from the shadow fell. Can't blame the girl. She has to contend with a court ship of three brothers but one is havíng a little identity difficulty because of his father can the love concour or silly he shadow fell? Really great books
I love this series no lie but this book to me is the start of the second and not the third as one and two should have been together. Anyway I digress back to this one which has a change of pace a different women and another group of men although we see glimpses of the first group I should say.
This group appeared at the end of the last book and carried on from there saved from a well after her village is hurt to the ground the women taken and the men killed she has to adjust to her new life all the while wanting vengeance from the shadow fell. Can't blame the girl. She has to contend with a court ship of three brothers but one is havíng a little identity difficulty because of his father can the love concour or silly he shadow fell? Really great books
April 22, 2018
Wow what a fantastic read and oh boy can Ava write some sexy Reverse Harem books. Isla survives a dragon attack on her village and she is found in a well by the Drakorian Lord Turin and now she is a war bride to 3 dragons. Isla is petrified of dragons but two of her men Turin and Jayx help her overcome her fears and they teach her how to fight back. Now Zyvis his father had taught him to not let women rule over him so he goes to Isla with some pretty bad attitude but Isla stands up to him and she tells him how it’s going to be. There is plenty in this story to keep you entertained and turning the pages, this story grabbed me from the start and it wouldn’t let me go until the end. This is a 5 ⭐️ plus read and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.
April 13, 2018
Spunky N Sassy Rating: 5.0
~~~~~~~~~~Julie's Review~~~~~~~~~~
Isla only wants to find her sister and get her to safety. She is the War Bride for the Lords of Za’vol. she must mate with all three to complete the bond. She quickly falls for Jayx and Turin and they are a refreshing welcome. Her start with Zyvis is rocky and they Oracle deems the mating unsuccessful. Can Isla find what she needs in Zyvis? Can he stop living in the fearful shadows of his father? This book is my favorite by far. Excellent writing with an awesome storyline.
~~~~~~~~~~Julie's Review~~~~~~~~~~
Isla only wants to find her sister and get her to safety. She is the War Bride for the Lords of Za’vol. she must mate with all three to complete the bond. She quickly falls for Jayx and Turin and they are a refreshing welcome. Her start with Zyvis is rocky and they Oracle deems the mating unsuccessful. Can Isla find what she needs in Zyvis? Can he stop living in the fearful shadows of his father? This book is my favorite by far. Excellent writing with an awesome storyline.
April 21, 2018
A fierce mate!
Isla wasn’t the typical human sacrifices like the others girls, her situation was heartbreaking from the start. Her dragon mates are trying to be patient with her but time is running out. Love how Jayx and Turin are patient and loving while Zyvis who is influenced by his dad made it harder to express his feeling for Isla. When the situation seems impossible will the brothers step up to prove their love for Isla? You definitely need to read this next book in this enjoyable and entertaining paranormal romance story that didnt disappoint.
Isla wasn’t the typical human sacrifices like the others girls, her situation was heartbreaking from the start. Her dragon mates are trying to be patient with her but time is running out. Love how Jayx and Turin are patient and loving while Zyvis who is influenced by his dad made it harder to express his feeling for Isla. When the situation seems impossible will the brothers step up to prove their love for Isla? You definitely need to read this next book in this enjoyable and entertaining paranormal romance story that didnt disappoint.
July 1, 2018
Couldn’t put the story down.
This was my first book by Ava Sinclair but it wont be my last. I love the strong characters in this book. Isla is a strong and determined heroine. She knows what she wants and is not about to let men or dragons get in her way. Her men Turin, Jayx, and Zyvis have to fight for the right to mate her first. But that is just the first battle in this relationship, there is so much more at stake. I love the dynamics between these four. The heat between each of the heros and Isla is intense. The world setting and storyline kept my interest.
This was my first book by Ava Sinclair but it wont be my last. I love the strong characters in this book. Isla is a strong and determined heroine. She knows what she wants and is not about to let men or dragons get in her way. Her men Turin, Jayx, and Zyvis have to fight for the right to mate her first. But that is just the first battle in this relationship, there is so much more at stake. I love the dynamics between these four. The heat between each of the heros and Isla is intense. The world setting and storyline kept my interest.
April 8, 2018
Wow!! I loved this book. Usually I have a hard time when the main character switches in the middle of a series, but not with War Bride. I was hooked from the start. I really like these dragon brothers and I love how tough and true to herself the main character is. I do feel like the end was a bit rushed, but not in a way that took away from the story. It just seemed to be pushed through at the end. I can’t wait for the next book. What a great series!
April 9, 2018
I loved the way this story brought other pieces of Drakoryan's culture.
Isla is a War Bride. She is fierce and I loved the way she was trying to get her ground after everything that had happened.
Her Lords... so powerful... so different from each other... Allows us to develop different feelings for each of three.
This story hs also a strong element of growing up - that made me so happy with the way the author has made it - it allowed me to feel everything like my own emotions!
Isla is a War Bride. She is fierce and I loved the way she was trying to get her ground after everything that had happened.
Her Lords... so powerful... so different from each other... Allows us to develop different feelings for each of three.
This story hs also a strong element of growing up - that made me so happy with the way the author has made it - it allowed me to feel everything like my own emotions!
April 12, 2018
Reviewed for SNS
Isla only wants to find her sister and get her to safety. She is the War Bride for the Lords of Za’vol. she must mate with all three to complete the bond. She quickly falls for Jayx and Turin and they are a refreshing welcome. Her start with Zyvis is rocky and they Oracle deems the mating unsuccessful. Can Isla find what she needs in Zyvis? Can he stop living in the fearful shadows of his father? This book is my favorite by far. Excellent writing with an awesome storyline.
Isla only wants to find her sister and get her to safety. She is the War Bride for the Lords of Za’vol. she must mate with all three to complete the bond. She quickly falls for Jayx and Turin and they are a refreshing welcome. Her start with Zyvis is rocky and they Oracle deems the mating unsuccessful. Can Isla find what she needs in Zyvis? Can he stop living in the fearful shadows of his father? This book is my favorite by far. Excellent writing with an awesome storyline.
April 20, 2018
I absolutely adore this series. It just keeps getting better and better. I love how each story is different from the other stories yet they are all in the same world. Isla is the first War Bride and her introduction to her mates is very different from everyone else’s. She struggles to accept each of them and the journey they all undertake to complete the bond is so good, that you just don’t want to put the book down until the end. Looking forward to more in this series.
April 20, 2018
Wonderful series. It has just gotten better and better. These are hard to put down once you start reading. She is saved from a well after everything is either burned down or taken. He takes her and him along with a couple others want her as their mate. She wants something in return. And there is so much more involved. I recommend it. I was given a review copy by booksprout and voluntarily review it.
April 9, 2018
This 3rd book in the Drakoryan Dragons series is really good. Isla is the only survivor from her village after the Shadowfell dragons attack. She is to be mated to the dragons who saved her. She must learn to love her mates. She is a strong MC. She doesn't just roll over and take it, when having 3 mates scares her. She figures out how to survive and grow.
April 14, 2018
Another good read in this series by a writer who manages to convey many impressions in very few words.
A nice easy but very sexy read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A nice easy but very sexy read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 16, 2018
Full of action, drama, suspense, danger and loads of steam. Book features complex characters, deep emotions and a well plotted storyline make an engaging and entertaining read. This is my honest, voluntary review after reading this book.
May 15, 2018
Isla, Jayx, Turin, and Zyvis
I like this series and find there are still new twists to dragon tales...how refreshing. The age old story of family entanglements, cause and effect, are also brought to the forefront. I recommend this book.
I like this series and find there are still new twists to dragon tales...how refreshing. The age old story of family entanglements, cause and effect, are also brought to the forefront. I recommend this book.
May 12, 2025
Intrigue
I am do enjoying meeting these Dragon Lords. Their stories of mates, lifestyle, customs. The villagers slowly learning about them.
So much to learn from each other. The shadowfell is getting closer to them.
I am do enjoying meeting these Dragon Lords. Their stories of mates, lifestyle, customs. The villagers slowly learning about them.
So much to learn from each other. The shadowfell is getting closer to them.
June 7, 2018
Great book
I wasn't sure if like this one just because it was about a different women but I'm glad I did read it, war bride has I moving none stop and I can't date to read more
I wasn't sure if like this one just because it was about a different women but I'm glad I did read it, war bride has I moving none stop and I can't date to read more
June 22, 2018
So exciting and romantic
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