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Grim
Grim Ni Brennan lost his leg, and his sister, to the enemy. Now, all he wants is to resurrect the past and save his sister from the dead. To fulfill the spell he must get a princess to spin straw into gold and when the perfect enemy princess falls into his hands, he’ll sacrifice anything—even the princess herself—to see his sister again. Ana isn’t sure she’s a princess any more, not since her step-sister Ella took over the throne. All she wants is a new purpose in life. Just as she gets up the courage to find out what that is, she’s kidnapped by a man intent on revenge. Now, all Ana wants to do is stay alive and get back to her old life as fast as she can, but to do that she can’t do the one thing Grim needs her to do—turn that straw into gold. For as soon as she does, she knows she’ll be dead. But Grim wasn’t counting on how attractive the enemy would be, nor how much he'd like her. As the hours roll into days and Ana becomes more than just the enemy, Grim has a choice and a question to answer—at what point do you sacrifice the future to save the past?
265 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2018
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About the author
Jessica Aspen
43 books427 followersJessica always wanted to be spirited away to a world inhabited by elves, were-wolves and dark dangerous men who walk on the sharp side of the knife. Luckily, she's able to explore her fantasy side and delve into new worlds by writing Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romantic Suspense.
Jessica loves indulging in dark chocolate, reading eclectic novels, and dreaming of exotic vacations. When she isn't crafting magical adventures she spends most of her time walking on the beach and hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Jessica Aspen writes dark witchy Urban Fantasy and fast-paced Paranormal Romantic Suspense.
As her alter-ego, J.B. Aspen, she writes the magical para-cozy mystry series MAGICAL MIDLIFE IN RETROGRADE. You can also find her fantasy romance series, HUNTED BY THE FAERIE QUEEN, under the pen-name, Jesica Ash.
Jessica loves indulging in dark chocolate, reading eclectic novels, and dreaming of exotic vacations. When she isn't crafting magical adventures she spends most of her time walking on the beach and hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Jessica Aspen writes dark witchy Urban Fantasy and fast-paced Paranormal Romantic Suspense.
As her alter-ego, J.B. Aspen, she writes the magical para-cozy mystry series MAGICAL MIDLIFE IN RETROGRADE. You can also find her fantasy romance series, HUNTED BY THE FAERIE QUEEN, under the pen-name, Jesica Ash.
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November 21, 2018
This is the third book in the crimson court series I was so excited to hear Grim was getting his own story . Grim is gruff and hurting all he wants is his sister back and if it takes kidnapping a princess to make that happen , he will . When he spies Ana he does what he has intended and kidnaps her . All he wants her to is spin straw into gold and Ana wants to stay alive and head home . When an old enemy comes calling it will take both of them to save each other .
I must say the characters in this series are just getting better and better. Grim well he is gruff and so hurting, he has lived with his hurt for hundreds of years and really doesn't know how to come out of it . Honestly one min you want to hug him and the next min you just really want to hit him upside the head with a frying pan . He is that complicated but as we see him go along in the book you really see a change in him . He still has his gruff exterior but you do see him become a sweet man who wants the best for Ana. Even if means heart break for him again . Ana well you feel sorry for her in so many ways . All she wants to do is find her place in the court and find someone who can love her for her and not for what she can do for them . She is still reeling from her mother and sister and what they did to her. You really want to just wrap her up and hug her tight . But just like Grim we see her grow and become a strong woman who can take care of herself . Together they are a great couple and I loved them together .
I totally love this series and when I found out Grim was getting his own story I squealed a little . The author takes us on quite a ride with this book. The author puts a great twist on the Rumpelstiltskin tale.. You will love all the characters and the romance is a slow burn with a great spark at the end . I am gld the author decided to carry on with the Crimson court and the fairytale twists . You will laugh out loud and honestly will swoon . I say if you like your fairy tales with a little twisted . This is the series for you so add it to your winter reading list .
I must say the characters in this series are just getting better and better. Grim well he is gruff and so hurting, he has lived with his hurt for hundreds of years and really doesn't know how to come out of it . Honestly one min you want to hug him and the next min you just really want to hit him upside the head with a frying pan . He is that complicated but as we see him go along in the book you really see a change in him . He still has his gruff exterior but you do see him become a sweet man who wants the best for Ana. Even if means heart break for him again . Ana well you feel sorry for her in so many ways . All she wants to do is find her place in the court and find someone who can love her for her and not for what she can do for them . She is still reeling from her mother and sister and what they did to her. You really want to just wrap her up and hug her tight . But just like Grim we see her grow and become a strong woman who can take care of herself . Together they are a great couple and I loved them together .
I totally love this series and when I found out Grim was getting his own story I squealed a little . The author takes us on quite a ride with this book. The author puts a great twist on the Rumpelstiltskin tale.. You will love all the characters and the romance is a slow burn with a great spark at the end . I am gld the author decided to carry on with the Crimson court and the fairytale twists . You will laugh out loud and honestly will swoon . I say if you like your fairy tales with a little twisted . This is the series for you so add it to your winter reading list .
January 13, 2019
Another wonderful retelling of a classic fairytale. A perfect adult version, just right. A delightful Rumplstiltskin that finds love. Impossible not to enjoy.
November 14, 2018
Masterfully written, poignantly told, happily resolved, Grimalkin and Ana shine like the gold he needs spun. Grim, Book 3 of the Tales of the Crimson Court, is a wonderful fantasy romance with more than a nod towards Rumplestiltskin. The author weaves that fairytale into her tales of Underhill and gives it new life and a new spin. A perfect standalone, however, your enjoyment would be enhanced by knowledge of what came before. This is a story in a series that should be read by fans of fantasy romance. Highly recommended.
November 8, 2018
Overall rating: 4.6
With a touch of fairytale twist, book 2 gives us an intriguing look into hard choices these characters make towards their futures. The path we think we are on doesn’t necessarily mean it is the path we stay on. With great characters we have met from before plus new additions, this author keeps this storyline interesting and entertaining! Of course there are hints of things to come! All my reviews are always voluntarily written.
With a touch of fairytale twist, book 2 gives us an intriguing look into hard choices these characters make towards their futures. The path we think we are on doesn’t necessarily mean it is the path we stay on. With great characters we have met from before plus new additions, this author keeps this storyline interesting and entertaining! Of course there are hints of things to come! All my reviews are always voluntarily written.
November 25, 2018
A sword and sorcery romance with an awesome antihero!
I loved this fantasy romance! First of all, the world-building is everything I could hope for. The novel takes place in the magical world of Underhill, populated by many Fae species of magic-wielding people. The elf-like Tuathans rule various royal courts scattered throughout the world. Centuries ago, the Tuathans had conquered the previous rulers, the Fir Bolg, who look more like humans. The few Fir Bolg survivors fled into the Old Forest, which is murky, alive, and full of shifting paths and grasping tree limbs. This series (Tales of the Crimson Court) as well as the Tales of the Black Court and The Dragons of Underhill series all take place in Underhill. There is an intricate tapestry of connections and shared characters among the books. All three series are very internally cohesive with an accurate timeline and references to the events of other books. For instance, Solanum, the amoral puca from “The Dark Huntsman” appears in this book. Awesome!
This novel has a delicious antihero who turns into a hero. I had sympathy for Grimalkin Ni Brennan (AKA, Grim) even when he plotted to kill Ana. His story is a clever spin on Rumpelstiltskin, but Grim is attractive, not ugly. He always had a conscience that pricked at him, so I could tell that he was never irredeemable. Grim certainly has his flaws (obsessed with revenge and often drunk) and a few great qualities (loyalty). He is a wounded war hero who is racist against Tuathans like Ana. I really love Grim and his lady Ana. Ana, whom we met in “Ashes” really grows as a person in the book. It is so sweet how Grim boosts Ana's confidence in her magical abilities.
The novel is dark but not too dark. There is a small amount of bedroom scenes, but it is steamy and quite original. Grim has some unique skills in that department. I also adore the edge-of-my-seat magical and/or sword battle scenes. They are so exciting and perfectly written. The novel was also a great length: satisfyingly long. I highly recommend it to all fans of paranormal and fantasy romance.
I received a free advanced reading copy from the author, and I voluntarily wrote this honest review.
I loved this fantasy romance! First of all, the world-building is everything I could hope for. The novel takes place in the magical world of Underhill, populated by many Fae species of magic-wielding people. The elf-like Tuathans rule various royal courts scattered throughout the world. Centuries ago, the Tuathans had conquered the previous rulers, the Fir Bolg, who look more like humans. The few Fir Bolg survivors fled into the Old Forest, which is murky, alive, and full of shifting paths and grasping tree limbs. This series (Tales of the Crimson Court) as well as the Tales of the Black Court and The Dragons of Underhill series all take place in Underhill. There is an intricate tapestry of connections and shared characters among the books. All three series are very internally cohesive with an accurate timeline and references to the events of other books. For instance, Solanum, the amoral puca from “The Dark Huntsman” appears in this book. Awesome!
This novel has a delicious antihero who turns into a hero. I had sympathy for Grimalkin Ni Brennan (AKA, Grim) even when he plotted to kill Ana. His story is a clever spin on Rumpelstiltskin, but Grim is attractive, not ugly. He always had a conscience that pricked at him, so I could tell that he was never irredeemable. Grim certainly has his flaws (obsessed with revenge and often drunk) and a few great qualities (loyalty). He is a wounded war hero who is racist against Tuathans like Ana. I really love Grim and his lady Ana. Ana, whom we met in “Ashes” really grows as a person in the book. It is so sweet how Grim boosts Ana's confidence in her magical abilities.
The novel is dark but not too dark. There is a small amount of bedroom scenes, but it is steamy and quite original. Grim has some unique skills in that department. I also adore the edge-of-my-seat magical and/or sword battle scenes. They are so exciting and perfectly written. The novel was also a great length: satisfyingly long. I highly recommend it to all fans of paranormal and fantasy romance.
I received a free advanced reading copy from the author, and I voluntarily wrote this honest review.
November 13, 2018
Grim and Ana were both great characters. This has a touch of fairytale with some great characters. Grim kidnaps Ana and the two go through a lot together. Ana was one of Ella's stepsisters. Although Ana was the nice stepsister it didn't make life easy for her as everyone wanted her mother and sister dead. Loved seeing Ana get more magic. Grim was also dealing with a lot with his grief and need for revenge for his sister. Lots of action and magic while the two grow closer. Some steam and an interesting plot. Loved it!
December 19, 2020
I love this series it's awesome
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