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Silver and Orchids #3
Wildwood Larkwing
“Till death do us part” might come sooner than Lucia imagined.
After living her entire life on the outside looking in, Lucia has finally ventured into the world of Kalae’s nobility. Now infamous for slaying several sirens in their forbidden waters, she is the king’s new pet, the courtiers’ favorite conversation topic, and the queen’s least favorite former chicken maid.
As if navigating this new world were not enough, a shadow has fallen over Kalae’s most beautiful royal city. Crime runs rampant in Teirn, alchemy supply shoppes are pillaged in the dead of night, and rumors of illicit underground masquerades abound.
On top of all that, Lucia has her own problem in the form of the pirate who stole a piece of her heart. Still-healing Avery is not content with a sliver of Lucia’s affection, not after what transpired between them on the mystery-enshrouded whirlpool island. But with a dark man stalking the adventuress, and a simple job spiraling her and Sebastian into the depths of Kalae’s criminal underworld, Lucia's not sure if she'll live long enough to give the captain a real chance.
After living her entire life on the outside looking in, Lucia has finally ventured into the world of Kalae’s nobility. Now infamous for slaying several sirens in their forbidden waters, she is the king’s new pet, the courtiers’ favorite conversation topic, and the queen’s least favorite former chicken maid.
As if navigating this new world were not enough, a shadow has fallen over Kalae’s most beautiful royal city. Crime runs rampant in Teirn, alchemy supply shoppes are pillaged in the dead of night, and rumors of illicit underground masquerades abound.
On top of all that, Lucia has her own problem in the form of the pirate who stole a piece of her heart. Still-healing Avery is not content with a sliver of Lucia’s affection, not after what transpired between them on the mystery-enshrouded whirlpool island. But with a dark man stalking the adventuress, and a simple job spiraling her and Sebastian into the depths of Kalae’s criminal underworld, Lucia's not sure if she'll live long enough to give the captain a real chance.
367 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 27, 2017
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Shari L. Tapscott
74 books967 followersShari L. Tapscott writes young adult fantasy and humorous contemporary fiction. When she's not writing or reading, she enjoys gardening, making soap, and pretending she can sing.
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Tapscott lives in western Colorado with her husband, son, daughter, and two very spoiled Saint Bernards.
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September 2, 2017
Oooh, this is a series that I LOVE! It's always a happy day for me when a new book comes out from Shari Tapscott. She writes books in a way that are so easy for me to settle in with. I first fell in love with Shari's writing in the Eldentimber series. It's still one of my favorites. Shari's books incorporate adventure, magic and a bit of romance. You probably want to read this series in order. Start at the beginning (Moss Forest Orchid). You won't regret it. :)
Because this book is the third in the Silver & Orchids series, these characters are all so familiar to me and I feel as if I know them all personally. I love them! I felt like this book was a little less "action" and heart pounding stuff than book two (which is my favorite so far) but I still really liked this book. Relationships between the characters are changing and evolving. I'm really looking forward to the next book! I think it comes out in November!
Here's one of my favorite quotes from this book:
"Sometimes real confidence doesn't show up until after you pretend for a bit."
Content: Some kissing, mild peril
Because this book is the third in the Silver & Orchids series, these characters are all so familiar to me and I feel as if I know them all personally. I love them! I felt like this book was a little less "action" and heart pounding stuff than book two (which is my favorite so far) but I still really liked this book. Relationships between the characters are changing and evolving. I'm really looking forward to the next book! I think it comes out in November!
Here's one of my favorite quotes from this book:
"Sometimes real confidence doesn't show up until after you pretend for a bit."
Content: Some kissing, mild peril
April 22, 2019
Our crew set off on another grand adventure. Relationships continue to grow or get redefined. Love all the main characters and getting to know new characters as well. I thought it was a lot of fun. Each book does well standing on its own, but the series definitely needs to be read in order. Fun read.
Content Rated PG
Clean romance, kissing and longing. No language. Mild violence
Content Rated PG
Clean romance, kissing and longing. No language. Mild violence
September 27, 2017
Lucia and Avery....I'm captivated. Seriously, I'm over-invested in this relationship. But they are perfect together and perfect characters on their own as well. Tapscott always twists the plot in ways I'm no expecting and I'm excited for book 3 and another crazy ride!
April 15, 2019
Seriously loving this series! Can’t get enough. ❤️
August 5, 2023
This is my first fantasy series by Shari L Tapscott and it was a BLAST. You’ve got adventure, wit, banter, magic, and a dragon sidekick that very well may be one of my favorite characters. 😂
The romantic tension is fantastic with friends to more, forbidden romance, and a love triangle going on. And let me say, it was an extremely well done love triangle—it is one of my least favorite tropes, but she nails it with All THE FEELS. So good.
I don’t want to give anything away, but all I can say is that this is one bingeable series. I read all four books in five days and ended the series completely satisfied. 🤍
As soon as finished, I started the next book in the series…and so on. So, if you’re like me and this series hasn’t worked its way up your TBR yet, take this as your sign to go fix that. 😉
The romantic tension is fantastic with friends to more, forbidden romance, and a love triangle going on. And let me say, it was an extremely well done love triangle—it is one of my least favorite tropes, but she nails it with All THE FEELS. So good.
I don’t want to give anything away, but all I can say is that this is one bingeable series. I read all four books in five days and ended the series completely satisfied. 🤍
As soon as finished, I started the next book in the series…and so on. So, if you’re like me and this series hasn’t worked its way up your TBR yet, take this as your sign to go fix that. 😉
April 23, 2026
With how absolutely amazing the last book was (and how it ended!!! *insert me doing a little dance and squealing*) I was a bit disappointed by this installment.
First of all, this book absolutely 100% should have finished the series. Dragging it out over four books was just… no. Totally unnecessary and created bad pacing all around. I don’t even know if I’ll read the last book.
Second, their relationship went backwards and/or didn’t progress as it naturally should have. Completely stalled.
Third, the plot felt like we were running in circles. What’s the actual point? It was just them taking on another job but there weren’t any stakes so it felt kinda meaningless.
Definitely a disappointing middle book. I think you could almost skip this.
2.5 stars.
I’m still rounding this up to 3 stars because it rode on the high from book 2 for a while.
Plot- See above.
Characters- Loved Captain Greybrow! He is AWESOME and seriously MAKES the book.
The FMC was mostly cool. I loved that we only got her POV, tho. It kept him a bit mysterious, which I like.
Romance- I wish the FMC would just see Captain Greybrow for how incredible he was. The negative motivation with her being unsure about him made the romance drag. By the end I felt bored and disengaged.
The chemistry peaked at the end of book 2 and never reached that level again in this book. :(
Also, in the last book, the hint of a love triangle rocketed the tension between the Captain and the FMC, and piqued my interest, but it was completely gone in this book. Not a trace, but it would have added some life to their stalled romance.
Writing- Good.
Content-
Language- no swears
Spice- some kisses, clean.
Triggers/Violence- none
Substance abuse- no
Spiritual/religious- no
Cover- Original - super boring. New- average.
POV- single POV, 1st person
Cliffhanger- yes.
Format- KU
How I rated the series -
Book 1 - Moss Forest Orchid - 5 stars
Book 2 - Greybrow Serpent - 5+ stars!!
Book 3 - Wildwood Larkwing - 2.5 stars
Book 4 - Lily of the Desert - 2.5 stars
(Each book features the same FMC and ends in a cliffhanger until the conclusion in Book 4.)
First of all, this book absolutely 100% should have finished the series. Dragging it out over four books was just… no. Totally unnecessary and created bad pacing all around. I don’t even know if I’ll read the last book.
Second, their relationship went backwards and/or didn’t progress as it naturally should have. Completely stalled.
Third, the plot felt like we were running in circles. What’s the actual point? It was just them taking on another job but there weren’t any stakes so it felt kinda meaningless.
Definitely a disappointing middle book. I think you could almost skip this.
2.5 stars.
I’m still rounding this up to 3 stars because it rode on the high from book 2 for a while.
Plot- See above.
Characters- Loved Captain Greybrow! He is AWESOME and seriously MAKES the book.
The FMC was mostly cool. I loved that we only got her POV, tho. It kept him a bit mysterious, which I like.
Romance- I wish the FMC would just see Captain Greybrow for how incredible he was. The negative motivation with her being unsure about him made the romance drag. By the end I felt bored and disengaged.
The chemistry peaked at the end of book 2 and never reached that level again in this book. :(
Also, in the last book, the hint of a love triangle rocketed the tension between the Captain and the FMC, and piqued my interest, but it was completely gone in this book. Not a trace, but it would have added some life to their stalled romance.
Writing- Good.
Content-
Language- no swears
Spice- some kisses, clean.
Triggers/Violence- none
Substance abuse- no
Spiritual/religious- no
Cover- Original - super boring. New- average.
POV- single POV, 1st person
Cliffhanger- yes.
Format- KU
How I rated the series -
Book 1 - Moss Forest Orchid - 5 stars
Book 2 - Greybrow Serpent - 5+ stars!!
Book 3 - Wildwood Larkwing - 2.5 stars
Book 4 - Lily of the Desert - 2.5 stars
(Each book features the same FMC and ends in a cliffhanger until the conclusion in Book 4.)
September 27, 2017
Team Avery
I've become a collector of this series. While I LOVED the first two, something was lacking in the execution of this novel. It also seemed the scene descriptions were longer and character indecision was over-debated. It drove me nuts that Lucia couldn't figure out her feelings and she was so wishy-washy. But rest assured. Captain Avery did not disappoint.
An absolutely clean read for ages 14+
I've become a collector of this series. While I LOVED the first two, something was lacking in the execution of this novel. It also seemed the scene descriptions were longer and character indecision was over-debated. It drove me nuts that Lucia couldn't figure out her feelings and she was so wishy-washy. But rest assured. Captain Avery did not disappoint.
An absolutely clean read for ages 14+
April 15, 2018
Okay, first of all: awwww! Second of all, why am I always on the losing end of the fight, yo?!
This was book three of Tapscott's Silver and Orchids series. As the previous stories have been, it was well written, set in an enchanting little world, and stuffed full of amazing characters. I adore the returning characters and love watching them develop, both together and as individuals. There were a few new characters, however, that are very intriguing to me. I hope to see more of the king and queen, but am not sure if I will. LOVED getting to see a certain someone at the end of the book again and really hope there's more of him in book four! The plot was entertaining and more mysterious than books one and two. I think I liked this plot better than the first two because of the mystery, and also because of the idea of the Larkwing. I think it was well done and a cool premise. I also, strangely, kind of like that it feels unfinished. Lucia may be moving on to the plot of book four, but I have a feeling we're not quite done with book three's premise yet. (At least, I hope not, cause if so, that was kind of an "easy way out" ending...which would be disappointing.) Ready for book four!
Mild violence, no foul language, and clean, but oh, so fun romance!
This was book three of Tapscott's Silver and Orchids series. As the previous stories have been, it was well written, set in an enchanting little world, and stuffed full of amazing characters. I adore the returning characters and love watching them develop, both together and as individuals. There were a few new characters, however, that are very intriguing to me. I hope to see more of the king and queen, but am not sure if I will. LOVED getting to see a certain someone at the end of the book again and really hope there's more of him in book four! The plot was entertaining and more mysterious than books one and two. I think I liked this plot better than the first two because of the mystery, and also because of the idea of the Larkwing. I think it was well done and a cool premise. I also, strangely, kind of like that it feels unfinished. Lucia may be moving on to the plot of book four, but I have a feeling we're not quite done with book three's premise yet. (At least, I hope not, cause if so, that was kind of an "easy way out" ending...which would be disappointing.) Ready for book four!
Mild violence, no foul language, and clean, but oh, so fun romance!
April 11, 2019
This is the third book in the Silver and Orchids series. I didn’t enjoy quite as much as the last book. There was a lot less adventuring and more court politics.
Lucia is being honored by the King for her actions in “Greybrow Serpent”. She feels very out of place among all the nobility and royalty. She is also starting to realize how important Avery is in the kingdom and is concerned that what happened between her and Sebastian will repeat with Avery. Meanwhile, alchemy shops are being attacked and someone is following Lucia...not to mention how restless the goblins are…
This book was a lot more focused on Lucia and her time at court. Lots of politics and time spent with Lucia dealing with her relationships with both Sebastian and Avery. There are some interesting parts with the alchemists shops and with the goblins, but the bulk of this was dealt with fairly briefly and towards the end of the book.
I still enjoyed the characters and this fantasy world. I do wish there had been a bit more action and adventure. I just felt like this story wasn’t put together quite as well as the previous two books.
Overall this was still a fun read but not my favorite in the series. I would have liked to see more action and adventure and less time at court. I still plan on reading “Lily of the Desert” to see how things wrap up. I would recommend this series to those who enjoy lighthearted and action-packed adventure fantasy with some romance.
May 9, 2020
Loved this one!
I don’t know the author does it but each book in this series just gets better! It might have something to do with the loveable cast of returning characters, the sarcasm and witty dialogue, the ridiculous situations the heroine- Lucia- always gets herself into, the swoony romance between a certain sea captain, or the adventure and mystery interwoven in each story. I’m pretty sure it’s all of those things. I’ve already bought the last book and can’t wait for the final story!
I don’t know the author does it but each book in this series just gets better! It might have something to do with the loveable cast of returning characters, the sarcasm and witty dialogue, the ridiculous situations the heroine- Lucia- always gets herself into, the swoony romance between a certain sea captain, or the adventure and mystery interwoven in each story. I’m pretty sure it’s all of those things. I’ve already bought the last book and can’t wait for the final story!
April 13, 2018
Well, this book had my least favorite plot of the series, but it was still fantastic. The romance was as good as ever.
The characters, as ever, are absolutely addictive. Honestly, why aren't there real people that I find as enticing? (Just kidding. I love my friends. Ha!)
As I've said before, the writing is spectacular. I can't really place what about these stories is so demanding of the reader's emotional involvement, but something certainly is. Looking to gamble your heart in an unsteady game of romance? You've come to the right place.
The characters, as ever, are absolutely addictive. Honestly, why aren't there real people that I find as enticing? (Just kidding. I love my friends. Ha!)
As I've said before, the writing is spectacular. I can't really place what about these stories is so demanding of the reader's emotional involvement, but something certainly is. Looking to gamble your heart in an unsteady game of romance? You've come to the right place.
December 27, 2018
Though the characters are delightful as always, there's a moment where they have tea with the villains which seemed terribly gullible. And the ending felt a little too convenient; I was ready for this to be the end of the series. However, I'm definitely going to read Book 4...probably tonight.
September 18, 2025
This one was good, but the will-they-won't-they was a little irritating. Not enough for me not to finish the book in one sitting, though.
March 1, 2019
4.5 stars - Lucia enters Avery's other world
This 3rd book in the series was still both exciting and entertaining, and continued the story very effectively. It's still good, but just didn't seem quite as good as its predecessors.
SPOILER
I was particularly frustrated by the ridiculously unlikely scene of Avery & Lucia sitting down to have tea with psycho Dante - & naively thinking they're safe because he's drinking the tea, too. It was an uncharacteristically dumb contrivance that bugged me for the rest of the book
END SPOILER
It's hard to pin down the difference, but in some ways it felt a bit like filler arranged around the characters and their relationships that was being used to move things forward. Or maybe I'm just ready for Lucia and Avery to finally put a ring on it, lol. The continuing relationship development between the two of them is really what makes this series so much fun! That means on to book 4...
*Clean romance level: passionate kissing
This 3rd book in the series was still both exciting and entertaining, and continued the story very effectively. It's still good, but just didn't seem quite as good as its predecessors.
SPOILER
I was particularly frustrated by the ridiculously unlikely scene of Avery & Lucia sitting down to have tea with psycho Dante - & naively thinking they're safe because he's drinking the tea, too. It was an uncharacteristically dumb contrivance that bugged me for the rest of the book
END SPOILER
It's hard to pin down the difference, but in some ways it felt a bit like filler arranged around the characters and their relationships that was being used to move things forward. Or maybe I'm just ready for Lucia and Avery to finally put a ring on it, lol. The continuing relationship development between the two of them is really what makes this series so much fun! That means on to book 4...
*Clean romance level: passionate kissing
September 1, 2017
The wait is finally over for the third book in this series! And what a third book it was!
Following the first two novels with their adventure filled heroine having to choose between her childhood friend and a man who seems to be trouble in all the right ways, this book didn't disappoint. While our lovely Lucia is being lauded for her service to the crown, an underground problem is coming to the forefront. Sent to retrieve a special butterfly, Lucia and the gang are taken on a bit of a wild goose chase while helping solve on of the kingdom's biggest mysteries. Add in Lucia's inability to say how she truly feels about Avery, and you're in for a juicy ride.
This book lives up to the others in the series. But be warned: there's a fourth book, and if you're anything like me, you'll be salivating over it until it finally is released! Can't wait for the sequel!
Good choice if you like action adventure, although you should definitely read the first two first.
Following the first two novels with their adventure filled heroine having to choose between her childhood friend and a man who seems to be trouble in all the right ways, this book didn't disappoint. While our lovely Lucia is being lauded for her service to the crown, an underground problem is coming to the forefront. Sent to retrieve a special butterfly, Lucia and the gang are taken on a bit of a wild goose chase while helping solve on of the kingdom's biggest mysteries. Add in Lucia's inability to say how she truly feels about Avery, and you're in for a juicy ride.
This book lives up to the others in the series. But be warned: there's a fourth book, and if you're anything like me, you'll be salivating over it until it finally is released! Can't wait for the sequel!
Good choice if you like action adventure, although you should definitely read the first two first.
February 19, 2019
Woah! Now isn't is sweet?
Man I love this book . I liked the adventures, the conspiracies and the romance well enough but I feel like I could have enjoyed it more if the writing was a little more enticing. True that I was kind enchanted by the story and the characters. But something seemed amiss. Don't get me wrong, the book's great. Perfect for people who love romance and adventure but like contemporary much as this is a fictional fantasy tale. I only think that the characters were little hyped and didn't really "live" upto their reputation. That trait might actually make people like them as some may find it relatable ......but I'm not so sure about myself.
Man I love this book . I liked the adventures, the conspiracies and the romance well enough but I feel like I could have enjoyed it more if the writing was a little more enticing. True that I was kind enchanted by the story and the characters. But something seemed amiss. Don't get me wrong, the book's great. Perfect for people who love romance and adventure but like contemporary much as this is a fictional fantasy tale. I only think that the characters were little hyped and didn't really "live" upto their reputation. That trait might actually make people like them as some may find it relatable ......but I'm not so sure about myself.
January 12, 2018
They just keep getting better
I don’t think I’ve enjoyed a series quite as much as I’ve enjoyed this one. The adventures just keep getting better with each book and the romance is just as exciting. Lucia has finally made her decision but you just know something is going to happen in the next book to upset the apple cart.
I don’t think I’ve enjoyed a series quite as much as I’ve enjoyed this one. The adventures just keep getting better with each book and the romance is just as exciting. Lucia has finally made her decision but you just know something is going to happen in the next book to upset the apple cart.
September 1, 2017
4.5
I pretty sure this has been my every review for this series so far but can I just say, Avery!!!!!!!! Sigh!
I pretty sure this has been my every review for this series so far but can I just say, Avery!!!!!!!! Sigh!
December 21, 2020
Does anyone else dislike Lucia? I started off really liking her, but her impulsive and generally dumb decisions are starting to irk me. She gets away with it for reasons unknown (I'm assuming she's quite pretty), and they always run into trouble. Granted, they are skilled enough to get out of said trouble, but it's still annoying. Also, it's starting to feel a bit dragged out. There are just these mindless little side quests and issues that don't feel pressing or related to the first two books.
And please don't get started on her and Avery. ALL THERE IS IS PHYSICAL ATTRACTION. Yes, Avery does turn out to be quite a decent fellow in this book, but Lucia doesn't dwell on that...ever. She just thinks he's so dark and delicious (yes, those exact words) that she forgets common sense every time she's around him. And Avery is no help either - he never mentions WHY he likes Lucia so much. They just assume they love each other. They never question their decisions, talk about their future, or do anything other than focus on how pretty/handsome the other is.
AND ON THAT NOTE they end up kissing far too much and with far too much detail for this to be a squeaky clean book. Lucia and Avery are both like hormonal teenagers with little self-control. I like romance, but this pushed my limits. So, warning.
Overall, this book made me want to roll my eyes more than anything. Don't bother if you're looking for a fantasy adventure with a good slow-burn romance. I do like Shari Tapscott's work, but this series fell flat for me.
And please don't get started on her and Avery. ALL THERE IS IS PHYSICAL ATTRACTION. Yes, Avery does turn out to be quite a decent fellow in this book, but Lucia doesn't dwell on that...ever. She just thinks he's so dark and delicious (yes, those exact words) that she forgets common sense every time she's around him. And Avery is no help either - he never mentions WHY he likes Lucia so much. They just assume they love each other. They never question their decisions, talk about their future, or do anything other than focus on how pretty/handsome the other is.
AND ON THAT NOTE they end up kissing far too much and with far too much detail for this to be a squeaky clean book. Lucia and Avery are both like hormonal teenagers with little self-control. I like romance, but this pushed my limits. So, warning.
Overall, this book made me want to roll my eyes more than anything. Don't bother if you're looking for a fantasy adventure with a good slow-burn romance. I do like Shari Tapscott's work, but this series fell flat for me.
April 11, 2018
This series is absolutely hilarious. I love the humorous way that Tapscott portrays Lucia and her adventures. Lucia says so many of the things that many of us say to ourselves about our situations, and yet she is still quite confident in herself through most situations.
In this story, Lucia finds herself the darling of the court when she goes to meet the king after retrieving the artifact in the previous book. Once in town, she discovers that Avery is far more popular than she ever realized, and she gets sucked into a job looking for the wildwood larkwing butterfly. Adventure follows her everywhere, even as she tries to understand her relationships with both the captain and her partner.
Readers who have enjoyed the previous books in this series will enjoy this latest installment. If you are new to this series, go back and pick up the first book in the series, Moss Forest Orchid. You will need the background of the other two books in the series to get the most out of this one.
I would recommend this series to anyone who enjoys lighthearted fantasy, such as the tales by Patricia C. Wreck or the fairy tales Robyn McKinley.
In this story, Lucia finds herself the darling of the court when she goes to meet the king after retrieving the artifact in the previous book. Once in town, she discovers that Avery is far more popular than she ever realized, and she gets sucked into a job looking for the wildwood larkwing butterfly. Adventure follows her everywhere, even as she tries to understand her relationships with both the captain and her partner.
Readers who have enjoyed the previous books in this series will enjoy this latest installment. If you are new to this series, go back and pick up the first book in the series, Moss Forest Orchid. You will need the background of the other two books in the series to get the most out of this one.
I would recommend this series to anyone who enjoys lighthearted fantasy, such as the tales by Patricia C. Wreck or the fairy tales Robyn McKinley.
November 9, 2023
More adventure!
Though this time, the adventure is centered around society and the elites.
Lucia has to rub elbows with people. All of them a higher “status” than her. She’s not a fan, if you can imagine.
She does embark in some interesting work with Sebastian, Avery, and Adeline in tow!
I will say, I was a little frustrated with Lucia in this one. She’s still insecure about Avery and his love for her. They figure it out in the end, but still. After everything they’ve been through, you’d think she’d trust him more.
And Sebastian is as insufferable as ever. Lucia finally has a title, and NOW he wants her. He had years to stand up to his grandfather. Years. And never did. Then all of a sudden, she’s good enough. No. Just No. Avery has loved her since the beginning, and he didn’t let anything stop him from that.
Though this time, the adventure is centered around society and the elites.
Lucia has to rub elbows with people. All of them a higher “status” than her. She’s not a fan, if you can imagine.
She does embark in some interesting work with Sebastian, Avery, and Adeline in tow!
I will say, I was a little frustrated with Lucia in this one. She’s still insecure about Avery and his love for her. They figure it out in the end, but still. After everything they’ve been through, you’d think she’d trust him more.
And Sebastian is as insufferable as ever. Lucia finally has a title, and NOW he wants her. He had years to stand up to his grandfather. Years. And never did. Then all of a sudden, she’s good enough. No. Just No. Avery has loved her since the beginning, and he didn’t let anything stop him from that.
April 10, 2025
I love that each of these books has its own little storyline within the overall plot. It’s keeping me so invested in each book, and it never feels like the series is losing pace.
I will say, I was happy with the reprieve of this stinking love triangle in book 2, and now that its back and we have to bicker about it constantly, and Sebastian can’t make up his mind, and Lucia can’t make up her mind… well, its rather annoying and got pretty tiresome.
As a whole, I love all the characters. Lucia is witty and fun, Avery is every kind of swoony, and Sebastian is steady and reliable. All of them together are wonderful, and I really do enjoy the story when it's not centered around who Lucia will pick.
I kind of missed the adventuring in this one, as we spent a lot more time in courts than on boats or trapezing across islands. It was still super fun, and the storyline was still very strong.
I will say, I was happy with the reprieve of this stinking love triangle in book 2, and now that its back and we have to bicker about it constantly, and Sebastian can’t make up his mind, and Lucia can’t make up her mind… well, its rather annoying and got pretty tiresome.
As a whole, I love all the characters. Lucia is witty and fun, Avery is every kind of swoony, and Sebastian is steady and reliable. All of them together are wonderful, and I really do enjoy the story when it's not centered around who Lucia will pick.
I kind of missed the adventuring in this one, as we spent a lot more time in courts than on boats or trapezing across islands. It was still super fun, and the storyline was still very strong.
April 28, 2020
This one has a lot more danger and adventure in it.
The story of Lucia & Avery continues. However, they don't just go off to find the Wildwood Larkwing this time. They end up not finding any at all, actually except one that was sold off to one of the villain's goons.
Lots more magic and charms in this one.
We see a lot more of Adeline & Sebastian and it looks like they are finally coming together as a couple.
The end of this one splits our 4-person party up as each takes their own road to somewhere else.
More in the next book, I'm sure.
I'm still not crazy about these. I don't mind the stories and the banter and comedy are my favorite aspects of the reads. But they just seem somewhat lacking.
On to the next...
The story of Lucia & Avery continues. However, they don't just go off to find the Wildwood Larkwing this time. They end up not finding any at all, actually except one that was sold off to one of the villain's goons.
Lots more magic and charms in this one.
We see a lot more of Adeline & Sebastian and it looks like they are finally coming together as a couple.
The end of this one splits our 4-person party up as each takes their own road to somewhere else.
More in the next book, I'm sure.
I'm still not crazy about these. I don't mind the stories and the banter and comedy are my favorite aspects of the reads. But they just seem somewhat lacking.
On to the next...
September 1, 2017
I absolutely love this series! It is such a fun read; which caused me to devour this book in one day! I could be caught, quiet often with a grin upon my face. There are humorous moments, on the edge of your seat moments, moments that are both sweet and swoon worthy; all in all a fantastic read!
She does a wonderful job of creating characters you love, along with their witty banter and interactions that continue to pull you further into the story. Fear not the adventure continues in Book 4, set to release in November! Which I have happily preordered.
Note: Goodreads has an information section that there are 65 pages, however my book has 366 pages.
She does a wonderful job of creating characters you love, along with their witty banter and interactions that continue to pull you further into the story. Fear not the adventure continues in Book 4, set to release in November! Which I have happily preordered.
Note: Goodreads has an information section that there are 65 pages, however my book has 366 pages.
July 3, 2020
3.5 stars! This series has so far been an enjoyable lighthearted break from some of the more intense books I've read as of late. The plot in this book is less action-heavy, so while still enjoyable, I wasn't completely enraptured while reading. This is a clean series with not a ton of violence or explicit scenes. (I tend to gravitate towards more steamy books!) But the romance between Avery and Lucia was still fun to read, especially the dry banter.
"I've had a lot of time to think about it, " I continue. "Dante tricked us by telling us how amazing we are. That should have been our first tip because honestly, we're not all that great."
May 14, 2018
Solid follow up. The will they/won't they was carried on a little long but I get why. I was a wee bit tired of the infatuated responses from our plucky heroine, especially since we couldn't really tell what Avery was thinking.
September 2, 2017
Ahh I seriously LOVE this series! I love Lucia and Avery (a lot) and Sebastian and even Adeline...it's the perfect mixture of adventure, mystery, humor, and swoon worthy chemistry...and yet it's still pleasantly clean.
This is the third book in the series and I can hardly wait for the 4th (and I think last) one. It's definitely best to read these books in order and if you haven't yet, you totally should. So fun!
This is the third book in the series and I can hardly wait for the 4th (and I think last) one. It's definitely best to read these books in order and if you haven't yet, you totally should. So fun!
January 16, 2019
Please, please, please read this book!
Oh my goodness. Wow. Each book in this series just gets better and better. I am reading them on a kindle unlimited trial and will now HAVE TO BUY THEM FOR MYSELF. These are definitely worth reading and not just once. I have fallen in love with these characters and am thoroughly enjoying the romance that is entwined in the amazing story line. Worth every minute of the read time. READ IT...
Oh my goodness. Wow. Each book in this series just gets better and better. I am reading them on a kindle unlimited trial and will now HAVE TO BUY THEM FOR MYSELF. These are definitely worth reading and not just once. I have fallen in love with these characters and am thoroughly enjoying the romance that is entwined in the amazing story line. Worth every minute of the read time. READ IT...
May 29, 2019
Another amazing novel! I love this series so much! I’m glad there were more moments between Lucia and Avery because I just can’t get enough of them. The romance is one of my favorite elements of these novels. The characters, writing, plot, settings, and overall story all create a captivating world. The mystery of the novel was intriguing and played out well. I’m happy there’s another novel in the series, and can’t wait to start it.
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