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Captive of Shadows #4
Battle for the Shadow King
Briar
What once was gained may now be lost.
I never thought my chambers would be my shelter and safety, and even then, I sleep lightly. Awake I am fearful, seeing the changes in Kane I cannot comprehend. Sleep brings me no solace, as it is lit by a burning brightness that engulfs me, and a stranger's voice I do not trust. I search for the flame that Kane had lit for me, burning in his eyes, but now I find only darkness. The fire that burned deep within my core for Kane, expounded by our bonded souls, feels cold and empty. Something lurks behind his evil stare and vindictive snarling lips, and it may threaten the lives of every soul, creature, and mortal across the realms.
Time is running out.
Will I be forced to make a choice that not only kills my beloved, but decimates my soul as well? Or is Willem wrong, and all hope is not lost deep within the purple haze of the Underworld?
Kane
The void is all around me, twisting my soul…breaking me.
I search for her, but I cannot see.
I call to her, but she cannot hear me.
If I don't break free of this empty damnation, Drogaem will take it all. The Underworld is not his only target, and though I scream out warnings, my voice cannot penetrate the forever of my cage.
Time is running out.
Only she can save us . . .
What once was gained may now be lost.
I never thought my chambers would be my shelter and safety, and even then, I sleep lightly. Awake I am fearful, seeing the changes in Kane I cannot comprehend. Sleep brings me no solace, as it is lit by a burning brightness that engulfs me, and a stranger's voice I do not trust. I search for the flame that Kane had lit for me, burning in his eyes, but now I find only darkness. The fire that burned deep within my core for Kane, expounded by our bonded souls, feels cold and empty. Something lurks behind his evil stare and vindictive snarling lips, and it may threaten the lives of every soul, creature, and mortal across the realms.
Time is running out.
Will I be forced to make a choice that not only kills my beloved, but decimates my soul as well? Or is Willem wrong, and all hope is not lost deep within the purple haze of the Underworld?
Kane
The void is all around me, twisting my soul…breaking me.
I search for her, but I cannot see.
I call to her, but she cannot hear me.
If I don't break free of this empty damnation, Drogaem will take it all. The Underworld is not his only target, and though I scream out warnings, my voice cannot penetrate the forever of my cage.
Time is running out.
Only she can save us . . .
- GenresParanormalRomance
118 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 28, 2020
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Bailey Dark
28 books84 followersBailey Dark is obsessed with all things dark, hot, and supernatural.
From Fae to Aliens, her heroes are thoroughly alpha and pure raw masculinity. When she's not writing (which is hardly ever) she's busy watching every movie in the marvel universe, or binging supernatural on her couch.
So come along, and enter her dark world. . . .
Website: https://www.baileydarkromance.com/
CONTACT: BAILEYDARKROMANCE@GMAIL.COM
From Fae to Aliens, her heroes are thoroughly alpha and pure raw masculinity. When she's not writing (which is hardly ever) she's busy watching every movie in the marvel universe, or binging supernatural on her couch.
So come along, and enter her dark world. . . .
Website: https://www.baileydarkromance.com/
CONTACT: BAILEYDARKROMANCE@GMAIL.COM
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September 28, 2023
Battle for the Shadow King
Captive of Shadows #4
Fantasy
Bailey Dark
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The plot was a lot more interesting in this book. The pacing was just right, so it was easy to read this in one sitting.
I really liked reading Drogaem's POV, it added another layer to the plot and made me think more about what could happen next.
I actually think it would be interesting to have Willem's POV throughout just to see what he gets up to and what his opinion is.
I did predict the big plot twist regarding Briar but I still liked the build up and the reveal.
I'm looking forward to reading the next book.
Captive of Shadows #4
Fantasy
Bailey Dark
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The plot was a lot more interesting in this book. The pacing was just right, so it was easy to read this in one sitting.
I really liked reading Drogaem's POV, it added another layer to the plot and made me think more about what could happen next.
I actually think it would be interesting to have Willem's POV throughout just to see what he gets up to and what his opinion is.
I did predict the big plot twist regarding Briar but I still liked the build up and the reveal.
I'm looking forward to reading the next book.
February 18, 2020
Great series so far, but
Almost every book has a cliffhanger. I thought this was the last book in the series so I was not worried about a cliffhanger, but I was wrong, this was not the last book in the series. I have liked each book in this series and each one seems to be better than the last. I like the anti- hero Kane and his growing relationship with Briara. I am looking forward to the next book, but hope it is either the last book in the series or at least does not end in a cliffhanger again.
Almost every book has a cliffhanger. I thought this was the last book in the series so I was not worried about a cliffhanger, but I was wrong, this was not the last book in the series. I have liked each book in this series and each one seems to be better than the last. I like the anti- hero Kane and his growing relationship with Briara. I am looking forward to the next book, but hope it is either the last book in the series or at least does not end in a cliffhanger again.
March 5, 2020
Uh oh. We've reached the "all is lost" part of the story, and things are looking darker than ever, and we don't know how Briar and Kane will get themselves out of this pickle.
Why do men always have to go after dangerous artifacts in the name of power? Well, Kane may be a God, but he's still a man. Thankfully, he's got Briar, who is coming in touch with her awesome powers in the meantime, which will hopefully save his silly (but hotttt) ass.
While Drogaem may be inhibiting Kane's body, which Briar is rightly repulsed by, the dream sequences between Briar and Kane are some of their hottest moments yet! Rawrrrr.
I wish the 5th book was out already... I can't wait to find out what happens!
Why do men always have to go after dangerous artifacts in the name of power? Well, Kane may be a God, but he's still a man. Thankfully, he's got Briar, who is coming in touch with her awesome powers in the meantime, which will hopefully save his silly (but hotttt) ass.
While Drogaem may be inhibiting Kane's body, which Briar is rightly repulsed by, the dream sequences between Briar and Kane are some of their hottest moments yet! Rawrrrr.
I wish the 5th book was out already... I can't wait to find out what happens!
August 5, 2020
What will happen next
I'm starting to be glad I stuck with this series. Brian has finally found her backbone and is taking action. Not sure how she suddenly found out how to do things magically since it was never explained and just happened but I was hoping that she would have focused on that a bit more and built herself up to be stronger which is why I wasn't surprised how this book ended. I hope I see more of this stringer Briar than the cried who waits for everyone to save her from herself.
I'm starting to be glad I stuck with this series. Brian has finally found her backbone and is taking action. Not sure how she suddenly found out how to do things magically since it was never explained and just happened but I was hoping that she would have focused on that a bit more and built herself up to be stronger which is why I wasn't surprised how this book ended. I hope I see more of this stringer Briar than the cried who waits for everyone to save her from herself.
April 24, 2020
I read this book in one sitting!! I just could not step away! The whole book was so intense and riveting that I just had to see if through. As always Bailey's writing draws you right in to the heart of the characters and you feel all the emotion. This book is the perfect continuation to Briar and Kane's tale and sets the story up for the next one. I'm simply dying to read the final book!
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April 29, 2020
It's BOOK 4 people !!!! Briar and Kane still haven't consummated the relationship and oh...a cliffhanger AGAIN!
Yes, I'm annoyed and sick of trilogies or more. They should be banned. Jk. I slept and skipped through these whole series and when things started to get interesting in book 4, i found it was a cliffhanger, yet again.
Sadly, I won't be catching up with this series. Hope, you guys enjoy it. I'm done. Peace out.
Yes, I'm annoyed and sick of trilogies or more. They should be banned. Jk. I slept and skipped through these whole series and when things started to get interesting in book 4, i found it was a cliffhanger, yet again.
Sadly, I won't be catching up with this series. Hope, you guys enjoy it. I'm done. Peace out.
May 28, 2020
Gripping !
Another gripping instalment.
Briar is having to learn to live with Kane even though hes not the same since putting on the crown of the last king of the Underworld. He is more cruel and wicked. But Briar doesnt want to give up on him feeling that her Kane is still in there somewhere. Briar put plans into action when she realizes that Kane is possessed...but to what cost ? And is it too late?
Another gripping instalment.
Briar is having to learn to live with Kane even though hes not the same since putting on the crown of the last king of the Underworld. He is more cruel and wicked. But Briar doesnt want to give up on him feeling that her Kane is still in there somewhere. Briar put plans into action when she realizes that Kane is possessed...but to what cost ? And is it too late?
February 6, 2022
Drama is growing
Its official I'm sucked into this cheesy, easy read series. I didn't really like Briar until towards the end of this book. Before that I found her to be dramatic...but now everything is dramatic so she flows right along with the story. Spice level 1🌶/5. Like I said in my last book review glacial slow burn and I stand by my thoughts this could have all been 1 book.
Its official I'm sucked into this cheesy, easy read series. I didn't really like Briar until towards the end of this book. Before that I found her to be dramatic...but now everything is dramatic so she flows right along with the story. Spice level 1🌶/5. Like I said in my last book review glacial slow burn and I stand by my thoughts this could have all been 1 book.
February 17, 2020
Leaves you speechless!
These books just keep getting better and better. I can't wait to see how this series ends, even though , I don't want it to. Ms Dark is a phenomenal writer with a unique gift for creating such beautifully detailed stories that capture your imagination and pulls you into unimaginable adventures.
These books just keep getting better and better. I can't wait to see how this series ends, even though , I don't want it to. Ms Dark is a phenomenal writer with a unique gift for creating such beautifully detailed stories that capture your imagination and pulls you into unimaginable adventures.
March 12, 2020
Intense read!
I could not put this book down. It grabs you, pulling you into the story like you become a part of it. Very dark and intriguing read, the main characters are written so well, you feel what they feel. Brian's strength of character and love permeates throughout this book.
I could not put this book down. It grabs you, pulling you into the story like you become a part of it. Very dark and intriguing read, the main characters are written so well, you feel what they feel. Brian's strength of character and love permeates throughout this book.
May 25, 2020
Long and drawn out
Gosh. The last book was so interesting and hard to put down. This one was the complete opposite. The entire book consists of the main character trying to figure out what the reader already knows so it’s very boring. Everything interesting happens in the last couple of chapter so you could probably just read those and go on to the next book.
Gosh. The last book was so interesting and hard to put down. This one was the complete opposite. The entire book consists of the main character trying to figure out what the reader already knows so it’s very boring. Everything interesting happens in the last couple of chapter so you could probably just read those and go on to the next book.
February 19, 2021
The action continues
With Kane’s body being taken over by Drogaem, Briar needs to find a way to free him soon. Or the mortal world and the underworld will fall.
Briar’s character development throughout this novel is immense. The plotting, the loyalties and that ending made it hard to put this installment down. I need to start the last book immediately.
With Kane’s body being taken over by Drogaem, Briar needs to find a way to free him soon. Or the mortal world and the underworld will fall.
Briar’s character development throughout this novel is immense. The plotting, the loyalties and that ending made it hard to put this installment down. I need to start the last book immediately.
June 11, 2021
Not as good
So one mistake so far in chapter 2 saids it's briar when. It's really kanes point of view I'm hating right now the old deaths role maybe it's because I don't like his character that much I seem to want to skip pass his stuff alot but it did start getting better towards the end of it so I will read on I just hope they finally get to be together
So one mistake so far in chapter 2 saids it's briar when. It's really kanes point of view I'm hating right now the old deaths role maybe it's because I don't like his character that much I seem to want to skip pass his stuff alot but it did start getting better towards the end of it so I will read on I just hope they finally get to be together
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January 31, 2020I have read the entire series so far and it is amazing! The story grabs you and doesn't let go Briar and Kanes relationship is simple and complicated at the same time it leaves you on the edge of your seat I read all of the books in a day and anxiously wait for the next one.
February 17, 2020
Only 4 bc I wanted more!
As usual with this AMAZING author I'm always left wanting more and more of the story. She does well painting her scenery and sculting characters. Happily waiting for the final book in this series.
As usual with this AMAZING author I'm always left wanting more and more of the story. She does well painting her scenery and sculting characters. Happily waiting for the final book in this series.
February 19, 2020
Ok
This is my least favorite book in the series. It was just blah. This book just stretched out the story, not really adding anything. I will read the final book, so hopefully we can see the relationship of The Shadow King and his bride.
This is my least favorite book in the series. It was just blah. This book just stretched out the story, not really adding anything. I will read the final book, so hopefully we can see the relationship of The Shadow King and his bride.
April 14, 2021
Captivating
I have really liked this series so far. The first couple of books left me wanting more but this book kept me reading page after page until I was done. Can not wait for the next book.
I have really liked this series so far. The first couple of books left me wanting more but this book kept me reading page after page until I was done. Can not wait for the next book.
February 2, 2020
Great book
This book kept me on edge though out it trying to figure out how Briar was going to save Kane the underworld and the mortal realm
This book kept me on edge though out it trying to figure out how Briar was going to save Kane the underworld and the mortal realm
February 3, 2020
I need book 5 .........im in love ....
October 6, 2020
i dont like when the author has a character come up with a good plan but then never thinks about said plan again..
June 23, 2020
I am on pens and needles waiting on the next book now... feel like it cant get here fast enough.
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