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The True and the Crown #5
Five Kinds of Love
There are only two things magic can’t do: show the future and raise the dead.
Maybe there are only two things that matter.
I thought life couldn’t get darker than being exiled to your world.
Then I came home and fell in love, and now I know better. No matter how much I suffered, it was nothing like watching those I love suffer.
Cax, Airren and Mycroft are suspended between life and death, waiting for me to rescue them, if I can. The rips between worlds keep widening, allowing more Ravengers to slip through and stalk their human prey. And of course, the good people of Avalon think it’s all my fault. No rest for the dark lord’s daughter.
I’ll rip the kings from their thrones if that’s what it takes to save the men I love.
And I’ll give up my own life to seal the rips if I must.
But even as the walls close around us, I can imagine a happy ending…
No matter how dark things get, I’m going to fight for it.
Five Kinds of Cursed is the explosive final chapter in the True and the Crown series.
Maybe there are only two things that matter.
I thought life couldn’t get darker than being exiled to your world.
Then I came home and fell in love, and now I know better. No matter how much I suffered, it was nothing like watching those I love suffer.
Cax, Airren and Mycroft are suspended between life and death, waiting for me to rescue them, if I can. The rips between worlds keep widening, allowing more Ravengers to slip through and stalk their human prey. And of course, the good people of Avalon think it’s all my fault. No rest for the dark lord’s daughter.
I’ll rip the kings from their thrones if that’s what it takes to save the men I love.
And I’ll give up my own life to seal the rips if I must.
But even as the walls close around us, I can imagine a happy ending…
No matter how dark things get, I’m going to fight for it.
Five Kinds of Cursed is the explosive final chapter in the True and the Crown series.
249 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 25, 2019
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October 22, 2025
I love this!
It was absolutely the perfect ending to this series and the story! I absolutely adore her men even though I hated a few of them quite a lot for a while for the lies. I’m so very glad with who the fox turned out to be and I really want Stelly to have a story herself or Alia! Or just a bonus epilogue type book with babies for Tera and a love story for one or both of them thrown into the mix, but that’s just me loving the characters as I always do! It’s tough to end a series because I’ve grown to love the characters so much! Thank you May for always writing such captivating stories! Whether I love or hate the characters on the page, I’m always invested and thoroughly enjoying a book through and through from beginning to end when it comes to your books!
It was absolutely the perfect ending to this series and the story! I absolutely adore her men even though I hated a few of them quite a lot for a while for the lies. I’m so very glad with who the fox turned out to be and I really want Stelly to have a story herself or Alia! Or just a bonus epilogue type book with babies for Tera and a love story for one or both of them thrown into the mix, but that’s just me loving the characters as I always do! It’s tough to end a series because I’ve grown to love the characters so much! Thank you May for always writing such captivating stories! Whether I love or hate the characters on the page, I’m always invested and thoroughly enjoying a book through and through from beginning to end when it comes to your books!
April 22, 2020
Great series
This series was very entertaining, it kept me reading up past the time for bed. I love the characters. They felt real and watching them grow into the people they were meant to be was rewarding. There is a lot of drama, intrigue and evil parents. I wish their could have been redemption for the falsely accused, but the ending was nice and everything tied up nicely. Sometimes in life, a fresh start is all we need.
This series was very entertaining, it kept me reading up past the time for bed. I love the characters. They felt real and watching them grow into the people they were meant to be was rewarding. There is a lot of drama, intrigue and evil parents. I wish their could have been redemption for the falsely accused, but the ending was nice and everything tied up nicely. Sometimes in life, a fresh start is all we need.
May 30, 2020
Kindle Unlimited.
This is the end of the series, and it's a little anti-climactic for me.
There was a scene in a prison filled with ghouls that was such a promising idea that just fell flat.
Also, magic around the sacrifice and the Merlin-induced Gwen body thing isn't explained.
Lots of unanswered questions for the end of the series.
This is the end of the series, and it's a little anti-climactic for me.
There was a scene in a prison filled with ghouls that was such a promising idea that just fell flat.
Also, magic around the sacrifice and the Merlin-induced Gwen body thing isn't explained.
Lots of unanswered questions for the end of the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 4, 2023
Wtf was that ending? Sooooo abrupt and left sooo many questions unanswered... idk if this book wasn't edited as well or what but this book was a mess. That Arthurian plot line felt sooo random especially when it's never mentioned in any of the other books and it's suddenly very vital to this book, I get it it's called Avalon, but Arthur and Guinevere are never hinted at in the other books. The entire series is lacking in the world building. Why in the fuck are they called Marines if supposedly Avalon severed from England.. Also sooo many plot holes! Wtf happened to the True? They literally become irrelevant when nothing was wrapped up with them, what about the guy who could stop time, not Merlin but the True boy. THE SERIES IS LITERALLY CALLED THE TRUE AND THE CROWN YOU'D THINK THE TRUE WOULD BE IMPORTANT RIGHT? RIGHT??!??? So many of those weird plot holes happen throughout the series. I like how all the guys accept each other and all but one HUGE issue I have is Cax and Mycroft. It's said from the beginning they are lovers right... why is there no intimacy between them at all? Like why have an mm couple within the RH but shy away from them ever being together.. I swear they only KISS TWICE! TWICE within the entire series, what the actual fuck. Supposedly they love each other but you honestly can't tell. Idk why she even included mm if she's too scared to write it..
Honestly this book just pissed me off. I should have DNF'D once we got into the shield plotline but I made it this far, I felt like I had to finish it. What an absolute disappointment.
Honestly this book just pissed me off. I should have DNF'D once we got into the shield plotline but I made it this far, I felt like I had to finish it. What an absolute disappointment.
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January 20, 2023
One heck of a conclusion!
This was an epic tale that deserved an all encompassing unheard of epic finale!
There is so much everything in this one it is a challenge to write anything that doesn’t give away pertinent information and y’all are well aware I don’t do spoilers.
The best I can do is say grab your copy and settle in because it is so worth it.
I have loved this series even despite many errors trying to derail me and I can honestly say it is worth a spot on my shelves!
Minimum language and the graphic levels are still at the R+ level so pick your allowed audience if you share all of your books.
I actually hated saying goodbye to this crew!
This was an epic tale that deserved an all encompassing unheard of epic finale!
There is so much everything in this one it is a challenge to write anything that doesn’t give away pertinent information and y’all are well aware I don’t do spoilers.
The best I can do is say grab your copy and settle in because it is so worth it.
I have loved this series even despite many errors trying to derail me and I can honestly say it is worth a spot on my shelves!
Minimum language and the graphic levels are still at the R+ level so pick your allowed audience if you share all of your books.
I actually hated saying goodbye to this crew!
June 21, 2023
Finally a good FMC
Often when I read RH books I find the fmc so bland or awful that I question why one let alone more guys would find her appealing. In this book, Tera is smart, appropriately sassy at the right moments (without being downright rude like other fmcs), independent and not ridiculously helpless, and perfectly protective and devoted. The arcs in this series were long enough to feel believable and not just jammed together for the outcomes. I know when I'm ruminating after a story that it's been a great read. Only criticism is that the end was a little short after a 5 book adventure but it still wrapped things up nicely.
Often when I read RH books I find the fmc so bland or awful that I question why one let alone more guys would find her appealing. In this book, Tera is smart, appropriately sassy at the right moments (without being downright rude like other fmcs), independent and not ridiculously helpless, and perfectly protective and devoted. The arcs in this series were long enough to feel believable and not just jammed together for the outcomes. I know when I'm ruminating after a story that it's been a great read. Only criticism is that the end was a little short after a 5 book adventure but it still wrapped things up nicely.
October 7, 2021
Locked in a dungeon, Tera has men on her mind. The crown prince of her country. The three she just killed. Unless she can trust the prince of the enemy, who promised they're still waiting for her, sleeping beauty style. And a masked crusader that could be any of them? She needs to escape so she can save them. And if rumors are true she might need to save the world as well...
January 11, 2024
I’m so sad to say goodbye to these characters. May has done an amazing job not just telling a story that was nearly impossible to tell, but making me fall in love with these characters. Even though I expect a HEA, I never know how they’re going to get there. This final book in the series was amazing and everything I needed. Another series by this author that will be read time and time again.
April 26, 2020
The True and Crown Series
So much angst and self doubt. Good story telling. Characters were solid and fun. Danger and espionage abounds. The HEA could have been more detailed but I liked the stories.
So much angst and self doubt. Good story telling. Characters were solid and fun. Danger and espionage abounds. The HEA could have been more detailed but I liked the stories.
April 3, 2021
Definitely worth it
I was really heart shattered at the end of book 4, but had faith everything would work out. This story gave me so much to feel. Seeing the difference in Tera from Book 1 to this book is amazing. Definitely a universe I would revisit.
I was really heart shattered at the end of book 4, but had faith everything would work out. This story gave me so much to feel. Seeing the difference in Tera from Book 1 to this book is amazing. Definitely a universe I would revisit.
April 22, 2021
This is the second series I’ve read by the author. I like the characters, the plot, but in both series I’ve found the last book to be lacking. It’s missing wrap up details for some issues the characters were having and instead, everything is just fine.
August 8, 2022
EPIC ENDING!!!
Ok, it was so far away from what I expected, but that's always for the best. Emotions ran super high for me throughout this series. I loved it all. I believe that everyone should read this series.
Ok, it was so far away from what I expected, but that's always for the best. Emotions ran super high for me throughout this series. I loved it all. I believe that everyone should read this series.
January 27, 2024
Fantastic
It has an amazing story line. I love the characters and what each one brings to the table. I of course quite enjoy the hot and steamy scenes. Their love and acceptance of and for each other really shows the kind of perception the real world could really look into...
It has an amazing story line. I love the characters and what each one brings to the table. I of course quite enjoy the hot and steamy scenes. Their love and acceptance of and for each other really shows the kind of perception the real world could really look into...
June 19, 2020
Loved!
I’m still a bit confused about the ending and have a lot of unanswered questions but I still loved this series! It’s a must read!
I’m still a bit confused about the ending and have a lot of unanswered questions but I still loved this series! It’s a must read!
December 26, 2020
Love Tara
You will love Tara too...after you stop crying at all the things she goes through. Tara stands strong through the spit storm TWO worlds put her through.
You will love Tara too...after you stop crying at all the things she goes through. Tara stands strong through the spit storm TWO worlds put her through.
April 9, 2021
Fun series
I enjoyed series. It ended well and everything was wrapped up I found the Arthurian twist at the end interesting and I am very happy for how things ended for Tera.
I enjoyed series. It ended well and everything was wrapped up I found the Arthurian twist at the end interesting and I am very happy for how things ended for Tera.
April 23, 2021
Other than me wanting her to keep her own body I truly enjoyed this book
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June 13, 2022
Fantasy RH
Amazing series! I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this series. It’s a fantasy RH with lots of magic and adventure. Well written, slow burn with a HEA at the end.
Amazing series! I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this series. It’s a fantasy RH with lots of magic and adventure. Well written, slow burn with a HEA at the end.
October 24, 2022
Just Can’t Get Enough
I loved this series from the first book to the last. I loved the main character grows stronger with every book.
I loved this series from the first book to the last. I loved the main character grows stronger with every book.
February 25, 2024
loved it
Loved every word of this series. I want to read it again & get lost in this world. I think I will.
Loved every word of this series. I want to read it again & get lost in this world. I think I will.
June 29, 2022
It continues
The story continues with trip to earth side. I do enjoy how the relationships grew with each other throughout this last book. Some things have felt really off and the battle was awesonw.
The story continues with trip to earth side. I do enjoy how the relationships grew with each other throughout this last book. Some things have felt really off and the battle was awesonw.
July 23, 2020
I love that she was able to free her fathers name. Save both of her parents and get the life she wanted.
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October 31, 2019
This is an absolutely brilliant series perfect for binge reading!!!
The storey from book 1-5 takes you on a roller coaster of emotions and at the end of book for you are left on a cliff edge that was absolutely horrid so book 5 was a welcome relief.
I love how the Fox turns out and really didn’t see it coming until the unmasking I book 4 when it made sense so I was expecting the eventual outcome but very happy with how it was done -The twist and turns throughout this book turn it from a normal read to a delight.
The ending is also Epic and perfectly suits the storey, so you won’t be at all disappointed.
One of the best series of this genre in 2019 and May Dawson as a writer continues to grow, building depth into her stories that draw you in and full immerse you in the world that she has created alongside some fabulous characters, so I can’t wait to see how her next few series develop.
The storey from book 1-5 takes you on a roller coaster of emotions and at the end of book for you are left on a cliff edge that was absolutely horrid so book 5 was a welcome relief.
I love how the Fox turns out and really didn’t see it coming until the unmasking I book 4 when it made sense so I was expecting the eventual outcome but very happy with how it was done -The twist and turns throughout this book turn it from a normal read to a delight.
The ending is also Epic and perfectly suits the storey, so you won’t be at all disappointed.
One of the best series of this genre in 2019 and May Dawson as a writer continues to grow, building depth into her stories that draw you in and full immerse you in the world that she has created alongside some fabulous characters, so I can’t wait to see how her next few series develop.
January 28, 2020
Could not put these books down
May Dawson does not disappoint in any of her books. I read this entire series in 2 days. I have felt every emotion possible while reading these. I HIGHLY recommend any and all of Mays books.
May Dawson does not disappoint in any of her books. I read this entire series in 2 days. I have felt every emotion possible while reading these. I HIGHLY recommend any and all of Mays books.
November 25, 2019
5 kinds of amazing
I read book 1 ages ago under its original title and when it was the only one so you can imagine my happiness to find it had been edited and re-titled and released along with the rest of the series. From book one all the way to the last full stop in book 5, it’s been a roller coaster of a ride, lies, deceit, deception, love and many strong friendships between Tera, her ‘boys’ and her friends who stand beside her. Finding the truth about her father - alert, have tissues - to the penultimate ending. Amazing story from an amazing lady. You won’t regret choosing to read this series.
I read book 1 ages ago under its original title and when it was the only one so you can imagine my happiness to find it had been edited and re-titled and released along with the rest of the series. From book one all the way to the last full stop in book 5, it’s been a roller coaster of a ride, lies, deceit, deception, love and many strong friendships between Tera, her ‘boys’ and her friends who stand beside her. Finding the truth about her father - alert, have tissues - to the penultimate ending. Amazing story from an amazing lady. You won’t regret choosing to read this series.
November 1, 2019
I was not ready for this book as I am definitely not ready to say goodbye to these characters that I have grown to love. This book hits you in all the feels, you have the angst of separation and the not knowing what will happen to certain characters. The love that is expressed between them. The surprise of twists and turns that you do not see coming, and the satisfaction of knowing that these characters had an excellent ending to their story. I hope that at some point this author decides to return to the land of Avalon, but this was an excellent ending to a great series.
November 1, 2019
Great ending
A great ending to a wonderful series. The worlds building is awesome and well detailed, the intrigue and political turmoil felt quite real. The characters are really good, and grow change and make mistakes like real people. The only thing that feels not overly developed is the magic, which is almost non-existent in the first few books and is not explained much at all.
A great ending to a wonderful series. The worlds building is awesome and well detailed, the intrigue and political turmoil felt quite real. The characters are really good, and grow change and make mistakes like real people. The only thing that feels not overly developed is the magic, which is almost non-existent in the first few books and is not explained much at all.
November 12, 2019
Really good series but I felt disappointed with how it ended. I was pleasantly surprised by how Tera's, ah, issue was solved but in terms of harem forming and everone accepting everyone it felt too rushed. I expected more angst and tension whereas all I got was neat HEA. The author definitely could do better.
October 26, 2019
Loved it
I love this series. I hate to see it end. I’m going to miss Tera and her men. I love May Dawson’s work she always pulls you into an adventure and you have to keep reading to see what happens next.
I love this series. I hate to see it end. I’m going to miss Tera and her men. I love May Dawson’s work she always pulls you into an adventure and you have to keep reading to see what happens next.
October 28, 2019
Beautiful ending
I wasn’t ready for this story to end but I am so happy with how it ended. Devlin’s development is probably what blew me away the most. A wonderful, beautiful story that I will revisit often.
I wasn’t ready for this story to end but I am so happy with how it ended. Devlin’s development is probably what blew me away the most. A wonderful, beautiful story that I will revisit often.
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