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The Weavers Circle #3
Blind Warrior
Grey Ackles The Soul Weaver feels useless. A burden endangering his brothers. The last battle with the pestilents cost Grey his sight and powers. Now he’s dependent on his vision rehabilitation therapist Cort to learn how to function on a daily basis. But as he grows closer to Cort, Grey is left wanting his powers back for a new reason—how will he ever know if the man he’s falling for is actually his soul mate? Cort Newton There is some really weird stuff going on at that house. Spell books, guns, and a giraffe in the backyard? But no matter how strange it gets, Cort is not going to leave the grumpy writer. Adjusting to sudden blindness is hard for everyone, but Grey clearly has deeper reason for needing his vision back at any cost. Cort just wished Grey would confide in him. Even with Grey’s secrets, Cort has never been drawn to a man like he is with Grey and he will do anything to keep this man safe. Blind Warrior is the third book in the Weavers Circle series. It includes fast-paced action, running through Savannah, secrets, shapeshifting, brainwashed assassins, a gorilla, sexy times, fun with water, insecurity, three crazy old ladies, and magic!
334 pages, Paperback
First published November 18, 2020
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Jocelynn Drake
142 books2,895 followersNew York Times Bestselling author Jocelynn Drake loves a good story, whether she is reading it or writing one of her own. Over the years, her stories have allowed her to explore space, talk to dragons, dodge bullets with assassins, hang with vampires, and fall in love again and again.
This former Kentucky girl has moved up, down, and across the U.S. with her husband. Recently, they’ve settled near the Rockies.
When she is not hammering away at her keyboard or curled up with a book, she can be
walking her dog Ace, or playing video games. She loves Bruce Wayne, Ezio Auditore, travel, tattoos, explosions, and fast cars.
She is the author of the urban fantasy books: The Dark Days series and the Asylum Tales. For gay romance, she has completed The Exit Strategy and Shadow Elite series, and is now working on a spin-off of her MM paranormal series, Lords of Discord. She has also co-authored with Rinda Elliot the following series: Unbreakable Bonds, Ward Security, Pineapple Grove, the Weavers Circle. In addition, she has co-authored with AJ Sherwood the following series: Scales 'N' Spell and Wings 'N' Wands. She can be found at JocelynnDrake.com.
This former Kentucky girl has moved up, down, and across the U.S. with her husband. Recently, they’ve settled near the Rockies.
When she is not hammering away at her keyboard or curled up with a book, she can be
walking her dog Ace, or playing video games. She loves Bruce Wayne, Ezio Auditore, travel, tattoos, explosions, and fast cars.
She is the author of the urban fantasy books: The Dark Days series and the Asylum Tales. For gay romance, she has completed The Exit Strategy and Shadow Elite series, and is now working on a spin-off of her MM paranormal series, Lords of Discord. She has also co-authored with Rinda Elliot the following series: Unbreakable Bonds, Ward Security, Pineapple Grove, the Weavers Circle. In addition, she has co-authored with AJ Sherwood the following series: Scales 'N' Spell and Wings 'N' Wands. She can be found at JocelynnDrake.com.
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November 28, 2020
This story was fine, but definitely not my favorite, which kind of makes sense, since I'd always found Grey to be a bit too broody, solitary, and bull-headed for my tastes.
With the lower snark, lower humor, fewer battles with the pestilents, and less action in general, this book felt quite a bit more subdued then its predecessors, so I found my interest waning from time to time.
On a positive note, with Grey having been recently blinded, the reader was introduced to the perspective and experiences of someone who was (at least temporarily) visually impaired.
Also, this book introduced two new non-white characters, with Cort, Grey's Visual Rehab Therapist and and Calder, the Water Weaver, who happened to be Asian.
Among the aspects of the book with which I wasn't completely thrilled was that the new bad guy, a pestilent wizard named John, was not , so that on top of the fewer action-packed battles left me feeling pretty unsatisfied.
And when Cort finally got his , I was left completely scratching my head as to what those actually consisted of.
Overall, I'd rate this one at around 3.5 stars and still recommend it to fans of the series, just not quite as whole-heartedly as say book two.
I'm assuming that Lucien's story will be next and, although he's a bit flashy to be my favorite (that spot is taken by Baer & Wiley), I do look forward to reading about him finding his mate, as the Circle's battle against the pestilents continues.
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December 27, 2020
I'm still coming back to this series although I still have my issues with the world building. So there has to be something that keeps me invested because I'm usually not so patient when I'm reading a story with so many situations that make no sense for me, that don't match the picture I have in my mind or that give away so easily some developments that could make it more complex.
This book is a bit easier because it's focus is on Grey's blindness, how he copes with it and the budding romance with Cort. The ongoing fight with the Pestilences is taking a backseat so I don't have to frown so much about the challenging world building (best part is the introduction of a worthy villain, finally). Seeing the authors allowing Grey to become more than the cranky, moody Soul Weaver who's powers are more scary for his brothers than helpful in the fight against their enemies is a nice change and well deserved ... and Cort is really the man who completes him. There's nothing I don't like about Cort and how he gets through to Grey step by step. Only complaint I have is again about the world building and how he finally fits into it. Can't help it but I feel like the since Dane got his additional powers those of the other mates lack of imagination. While Cort's are valuable at least for Grey although no one else directly, Wiley's seem only a faint echo of his mate's powers. Hope that will get better for Lucien's mate in the next book ... because I'm going to read it. Just can't help it.
This book is a bit easier because it's focus is on Grey's blindness, how he copes with it and the budding romance with Cort. The ongoing fight with the Pestilences is taking a backseat so I don't have to frown so much about the challenging world building (best part is the introduction of a worthy villain, finally). Seeing the authors allowing Grey to become more than the cranky, moody Soul Weaver who's powers are more scary for his brothers than helpful in the fight against their enemies is a nice change and well deserved ... and Cort is really the man who completes him. There's nothing I don't like about Cort and how he gets through to Grey step by step. Only complaint I have is again about the world building and how he finally fits into it. Can't help it but I feel like the since Dane got his additional powers those of the other mates lack of imagination. While Cort's are valuable at least for Grey although no one else directly, Wiley's seem only a faint echo of his mate's powers. Hope that will get better for Lucien's mate in the next book ... because I'm going to read it. Just can't help it.
November 13, 2020
Okay, managed to lose my review so I'll start again.
This book has a different feel to it than the first two books in the series.
While it deals heavily with the fall out from the end battle in book two, it feels like a bridging point for the series long narrative arc.
We get a new Weaver, the Water one, and he's a totally chilled character, he brings a sense of calm into the house, which is still reeling with Grey's blindness.
And it's no coincidence that this situation also brings along Cort, a visual impairments therapist who might be the spark to re-engaging Grey's role in the Circle.
The pacing of this instalment is a bit slower, though there's all the usual madcap moments still, especially from Baer and Lucien.
It focuses in more on the mental stresses and the manipulation of another Pestilence wizard, who tries to get inside Grey's head.
Cort was an absolute darling, so big of heart and patient with Grey's anger and fears and I loved how he was slowly enveloped into the family, especially as he and Grey became closer.
It's as stupendously steamy as the first two books too 😁
It ends on a happy note, but the overwhelming threat from the Pestilence is still lingering over everything the Weavers do.
With only one more to meet, and three soulmates to find, I'm really looking forward to what comes next!
#ARC kindly received from the authors in return for an honest and unbiased review.
This book has a different feel to it than the first two books in the series.
While it deals heavily with the fall out from the end battle in book two, it feels like a bridging point for the series long narrative arc.
We get a new Weaver, the Water one, and he's a totally chilled character, he brings a sense of calm into the house, which is still reeling with Grey's blindness.
And it's no coincidence that this situation also brings along Cort, a visual impairments therapist who might be the spark to re-engaging Grey's role in the Circle.
The pacing of this instalment is a bit slower, though there's all the usual madcap moments still, especially from Baer and Lucien.
It focuses in more on the mental stresses and the manipulation of another Pestilence wizard, who tries to get inside Grey's head.
Cort was an absolute darling, so big of heart and patient with Grey's anger and fears and I loved how he was slowly enveloped into the family, especially as he and Grey became closer.
It's as stupendously steamy as the first two books too 😁
It ends on a happy note, but the overwhelming threat from the Pestilence is still lingering over everything the Weavers do.
With only one more to meet, and three soulmates to find, I'm really looking forward to what comes next!
#ARC kindly received from the authors in return for an honest and unbiased review.
December 10, 2020
I FINALLY connected with Grey in this one after struggling with him in the first two books in the Waevers series.
I loved Grey and Cort as a couple.
The war continues on.
I am looking forward to meeting the next soulmates and the last Weaver.
I loved Grey and Cort as a couple.
The war continues on.
I am looking forward to meeting the next soulmates and the last Weaver.
November 26, 2020
Oh how I loved this third installment by these two lovely authors who work amazingly well together.
I kind of feel like we're gonna get two groups of books, in a way, and this third installment is like the last of a trilogy, but also not? Because Grey, along with Clay and Baer was among the first Weavers located and brought into the fold, as it were, and it took quite some months before they found Lucien, and a little after that, Calder who were are introduced in this one. I assume we'll meet the last and final Weaver, the air Weaver, in the next book, which will obviously be Lucien's (which I can't wait for. I love Lucien and wonder who will capture his heart and be his soulmate).
So anywho, I've been wondering who would get past the sarcastic, stubborn exterior of Grey and into his heart, and Cort did not disappoint. He was just who Grey needed. He was kind, sweet and gentle but was there to pull Grey out of his especially stubborn funks or even when he got down on himself - like when we learn more about the ominous warning the last Earth Weaver left - and he didn't let Grey get away with his stubborn shit.
Cort started out as just Grey's vision rehabilitation therapist, but became so much more.
It was also made better, in my opinion, with Grey being blind so that he couldn't see whether Cort was his soulmate or not, so they fell in love without the knowledge from the get go, which I'd rather have than if he had known. It was in the back of Grey's mind at some points, and Cort's as well once he learned the truth, but they didn't know for sure until later on, so we got to see many scenes of them just falling in love without knowing they're destined to.
Plot wise, the pestilents continue to be villainous assholes, of course. We were introduced to a new threat in "John" as he is called, a pretty powerful pestilent warlock who can compel people to do what he wants. An unfortunately worthy adversary that is gonna be sticking around for who knows how long. And is definitely sinister and evil.
Part of me was disappointed he wasn't taken care of like the main pestilent threats were in the first two books, but another part of me thinks this "John" might be their biggest pestilent adversary, or at least high up. Who knows when they'll be able to kill him. I'm interested to see how the story progresses plot wise.
So overall, I loved this third installment, and seeing the surly, oftentimes brooding Grey melt into goo and heart eyes was such a treat. Cort perfectly mellows out Grey in the best way.
Two massive thumbs up from me, highly recommend, especially for those who have been enjoying the series so far. Can't wait for the next one!
I kind of feel like we're gonna get two groups of books, in a way, and this third installment is like the last of a trilogy, but also not? Because Grey, along with Clay and Baer was among the first Weavers located and brought into the fold, as it were, and it took quite some months before they found Lucien, and a little after that, Calder who were are introduced in this one. I assume we'll meet the last and final Weaver, the air Weaver, in the next book, which will obviously be Lucien's (which I can't wait for. I love Lucien and wonder who will capture his heart and be his soulmate).
So anywho, I've been wondering who would get past the sarcastic, stubborn exterior of Grey and into his heart, and Cort did not disappoint. He was just who Grey needed. He was kind, sweet and gentle but was there to pull Grey out of his especially stubborn funks or even when he got down on himself - like when we learn more about the ominous warning the last Earth Weaver left - and he didn't let Grey get away with his stubborn shit.
Cort started out as just Grey's vision rehabilitation therapist, but became so much more.
It was also made better, in my opinion, with Grey being blind so that he couldn't see whether Cort was his soulmate or not, so they fell in love without the knowledge from the get go, which I'd rather have than if he had known. It was in the back of Grey's mind at some points, and Cort's as well once he learned the truth, but they didn't know for sure until later on, so we got to see many scenes of them just falling in love without knowing they're destined to.
Plot wise, the pestilents continue to be villainous assholes, of course. We were introduced to a new threat in "John" as he is called, a pretty powerful pestilent warlock who can compel people to do what he wants. An unfortunately worthy adversary that is gonna be sticking around for who knows how long. And is definitely sinister and evil.
Part of me was disappointed he wasn't taken care of like the main pestilent threats were in the first two books, but another part of me thinks this "John" might be their biggest pestilent adversary, or at least high up. Who knows when they'll be able to kill him. I'm interested to see how the story progresses plot wise.
So overall, I loved this third installment, and seeing the surly, oftentimes brooding Grey melt into goo and heart eyes was such a treat. Cort perfectly mellows out Grey in the best way.
Two massive thumbs up from me, highly recommend, especially for those who have been enjoying the series so far. Can't wait for the next one!
May 29, 2022
I don’t know. I really like Grey, and Cort was great too. But so much of these books are just so boring. Clearly there’s something making me push through though.
I did enjoy a lot of it. Pretty much all of it up to when Grey realised Cort was his soulmate. But I didn’t feel much chemistry between them, and I feel like I missed the chapter where they fell in love. Also, Cort’s soul mate power is one of the most boring powers ever and almost entirely useless. Snore.
The battle with the pestilent John was even boring. Boooorrring.
I did love how some black perspectives were added, especially regarding the use of the word “plantation,” which I remember saying to my husband it was weird the authors were using it in book one considering it’s horrific roots.
But then there’s the scene where they have a man who was literally being mind-controlled arrested for something no fault of his own…or killed a bunch of other men who were being controlled with almost no remorse. I don’t know. These aren’t great books.
I did enjoy a lot of it. Pretty much all of it up to when Grey realised Cort was his soulmate. But I didn’t feel much chemistry between them, and I feel like I missed the chapter where they fell in love. Also, Cort’s soul mate power is one of the most boring powers ever and almost entirely useless. Snore.
The battle with the pestilent John was even boring. Boooorrring.
I did love how some black perspectives were added, especially regarding the use of the word “plantation,” which I remember saying to my husband it was weird the authors were using it in book one considering it’s horrific roots.
But then there’s the scene where they have a man who was literally being mind-controlled arrested for something no fault of his own…or killed a bunch of other men who were being controlled with almost no remorse. I don’t know. These aren’t great books.
November 26, 2020
4.5🌟's I just love this group of weavers and their mates, never a dull moment in that house! 😁 This book in the series showed a softer and more vulnerable side to Grey, he and Cort made such a sexy couple. I can't wait for more!
November 15, 2020
Guuuuuuys! This book! With the latest installment of the fascinating Weavers Circle series, Jocelynn Drake and Rinda Elliott prove yet again that when they team up, we will be gifted with a well-written story full of heart, action, substance, found family, and especially a cast of relatable, layered characters you will fall in love with over and over again. In all their books together to date, the writing always flows so smoothly it is impossible to tell it is two separate writers, and their plots are always complex and executed incredibly well. This book is no exception. This series is so unique and exciting, and the concept of the soulmate in this context makes for some seriously swoony feels. I went into this book so excited because I have been dying to get to know Grey better from the beginning, and these authors did not let me down. There is a side of Grey we haven’t been able to see much of yet that shines when Cort comes into his life, and I so enjoyed watching them fall for each other. Cort and Grey are the perfect complements for each other, and it definitely doesn’t hurt that they are SO DAMN HOT together! The emotions in this one run deep at times, especially in the first half or so as independent introvert Grey learns to navigate life as a blind and, in his mind at least, almost powerless Weaver. I love the little family they have formed so far, and I cannot wait to meet Lucien’s mate, learn more about Calder, meet the last Weaver.. and oh yeah, beat the pestilents once and for all. Bring on book four!!!
May 2, 2023
Same old. I enjoyed it (though I skipped over the many sex scenes) and really liked how skin colour and disabilies were treated. Slightly better than the first two because it had a little bit more depth, but again not enough plot.
November 16, 2020
3.5 Stars
This series keeps getting better with each story. With me barely enjoying Book #1 and liking Book #2 primarily because of Wiley, I was happy to FINALLY enjoy a book in this series.
This was extra surprising because Grey had always been a bit of a standoffish character in the previous stories so I had absolutely no idea what to expect in his story. I am glad for that because I started this book with an open mind and as I said, enjoyed it immensely.
My favourite part of the book was Cort and if you read this, you'll clearly see it because he was such a ray of sunshine and managed to break down Grey's walls to get to the heart of the man. It was so funny reading about their interactions and I was so happy that they ended up together although the time period of this was pretty short. It didn't take anything from the story though, I still enjoyed it.
This story also shed more light on the Weaver's world and although this was a great improvement on the previous books, I still think more can be done and with the current trend, the next book will definitely be better than this. I for one, CAN NOT wait!!
**This book was provided by the author via IndiGo Marketing & Design in exchange for an honest review. **
This series keeps getting better with each story. With me barely enjoying Book #1 and liking Book #2 primarily because of Wiley, I was happy to FINALLY enjoy a book in this series.
This was extra surprising because Grey had always been a bit of a standoffish character in the previous stories so I had absolutely no idea what to expect in his story. I am glad for that because I started this book with an open mind and as I said, enjoyed it immensely.
My favourite part of the book was Cort and if you read this, you'll clearly see it because he was such a ray of sunshine and managed to break down Grey's walls to get to the heart of the man. It was so funny reading about their interactions and I was so happy that they ended up together although the time period of this was pretty short. It didn't take anything from the story though, I still enjoyed it.
This story also shed more light on the Weaver's world and although this was a great improvement on the previous books, I still think more can be done and with the current trend, the next book will definitely be better than this. I for one, CAN NOT wait!!
**This book was provided by the author via IndiGo Marketing & Design in exchange for an honest review. **
December 11, 2020
Grey and Cort are great together and I loved how their relationship develops. I also liked that the misunderstanding from the last book was cleared.
Nevertheless it felt a bit like this book was needed as a bridge between the first two books and the next one.
But I really enjoyed it
Nevertheless it felt a bit like this book was needed as a bridge between the first two books and the next one.
But I really enjoyed it
October 7, 2022
Meh.
It was ok I guess. I was bored for alot of the book but kept reading because I'm invested in the overall plot.
And I'm not a fan of the new narrator...Silas Whitaker.
It was ok I guess. I was bored for alot of the book but kept reading because I'm invested in the overall plot.
And I'm not a fan of the new narrator...Silas Whitaker.
November 21, 2020
I have absolutely loved Grey throughout the series and I was thrilled to see him get his own story told. I really enjoyed seeing him deal with his loss with the Cort's help, they were wonderful together as he learned that he still had value. Another fantastic addition to the series.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book provided by the GRR team*
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book provided by the GRR team*
November 21, 2020
Blind Warrior is the third book in the Weaver's Circle series and it definitely has to be read after the first two installments. If you have not started this series, I say jump right in and let your mind be enchanted by the magic world and characters these two authors have created.
Compared to the other people living together on the plantation, Grey has always seemed to me more like a detached and mysterious figure. Maybe because he sometimes liked to isolate himself from the others and his contributions to discussions were often snappy and clipped. I was waiting for his book with a mix of anticipation and trepidation, curious to discover his secrets...and of course, excited to meet his mate.
Cort was a delight. Giving, patient and caring...absolutely lovable and adorable. Tough and with blunt honesty, he didn't let Grey's grumpiness take him down and responded in kind, their banter and offbeat humor making my face hurt from laughter. I loved Cort and Grey together. Their connection was immediate and palpable, with Cort slowly more and more smitten, while Grey lost his walls and allowed himself to show vulnerability. I couldn't get enough of them, they were so cute, funny and sexy.
In the meantime, the battle with the pestilents got more grueling. I hated seeing that even if the Weavers grew in numbers, their enemies brought stronger counterparts. Each new battle is more difficult to win and the danger increases with every new installment in the series, but hope is strong.
My heart pounded wildly through all this book. It was a fast paced, engaging ride, chockful with romance, magic, action, laughter and friendship. A thrilling reading experience and I can't wait to see what happens next.
*ARC provided by the author via IndiGo Marketing&Design in exchange for an honest review
Compared to the other people living together on the plantation, Grey has always seemed to me more like a detached and mysterious figure. Maybe because he sometimes liked to isolate himself from the others and his contributions to discussions were often snappy and clipped. I was waiting for his book with a mix of anticipation and trepidation, curious to discover his secrets...and of course, excited to meet his mate.
Cort was a delight. Giving, patient and caring...absolutely lovable and adorable. Tough and with blunt honesty, he didn't let Grey's grumpiness take him down and responded in kind, their banter and offbeat humor making my face hurt from laughter. I loved Cort and Grey together. Their connection was immediate and palpable, with Cort slowly more and more smitten, while Grey lost his walls and allowed himself to show vulnerability. I couldn't get enough of them, they were so cute, funny and sexy.
In the meantime, the battle with the pestilents got more grueling. I hated seeing that even if the Weavers grew in numbers, their enemies brought stronger counterparts. Each new battle is more difficult to win and the danger increases with every new installment in the series, but hope is strong.
My heart pounded wildly through all this book. It was a fast paced, engaging ride, chockful with romance, magic, action, laughter and friendship. A thrilling reading experience and I can't wait to see what happens next.
*ARC provided by the author via IndiGo Marketing&Design in exchange for an honest review
November 23, 2020
This was easily my favorite of the three. We have:
-introduction to the Water Weaver who will very likely become my favorite (yay he’s not white)
-Colt, Grey’s VRT, is sunshine and smiles and fierce (and yay he’s not white he’s Black)
-the brothers all finally getting their heads out of their asses and stop calling the house the plantation. Granted it took two Black men to call them on it but hopefully they’ve learned from this and will think carefully before they speak
-the romance was delightful and seeing Grey become completely comfortable with a person over his own company was wonderful
SPOILER I hope the authors had someone who was blind or with low vision support them on this story. But then, if they did, I can’t help but wonder: SPOILER would they be comfortable with Grey getting his sight back and referent to that as “normal”? Would they have encouraged the authors to find a way to have Grey with his powers while still visually impaired? THAT would have given the story greater disability rep because a hero who’s blind is one the world needs more of.
-introduction to the Water Weaver who will very likely become my favorite (yay he’s not white)
-Colt, Grey’s VRT, is sunshine and smiles and fierce (and yay he’s not white he’s Black)
-the brothers all finally getting their heads out of their asses and stop calling the house the plantation. Granted it took two Black men to call them on it but hopefully they’ve learned from this and will think carefully before they speak
-the romance was delightful and seeing Grey become completely comfortable with a person over his own company was wonderful
SPOILER I hope the authors had someone who was blind or with low vision support them on this story. But then, if they did, I can’t help but wonder: SPOILER would they be comfortable with Grey getting his sight back and referent to that as “normal”? Would they have encouraged the authors to find a way to have Grey with his powers while still visually impaired? THAT would have given the story greater disability rep because a hero who’s blind is one the world needs more of.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 21, 2020
Feel
Each book in this series blows me away with the adventure, the love, the action and the magic. I’m especially enjoying the antics of the guys as they learn more about their powers and practice them. Its a good thing they don’t have neighbors but it’s all so fascinating and highly entertaining. Plus I really want to visit and experience it for myself.
My heart broke for Grey at the end of the last book and his pain in this one made me yearn to fix all his troubles. But, without all of that, he wouldn’t have found Cort, who brings light to his world and is a balm to his troubled soul. “But it means that no one will ever understand me better than you. No one will ever fit you better than me.” The depth of their emotions, their connection and their passion, all of it engulfed me in a warm cocoon of happiness that I didn’t want to let go of. A spellbinding book and series that has me enthralled.
Each book in this series blows me away with the adventure, the love, the action and the magic. I’m especially enjoying the antics of the guys as they learn more about their powers and practice them. Its a good thing they don’t have neighbors but it’s all so fascinating and highly entertaining. Plus I really want to visit and experience it for myself.
My heart broke for Grey at the end of the last book and his pain in this one made me yearn to fix all his troubles. But, without all of that, he wouldn’t have found Cort, who brings light to his world and is a balm to his troubled soul. “But it means that no one will ever understand me better than you. No one will ever fit you better than me.” The depth of their emotions, their connection and their passion, all of it engulfed me in a warm cocoon of happiness that I didn’t want to let go of. A spellbinding book and series that has me enthralled.
November 20, 2020
This series is a fun and action-packed ride, full of magic, shenanigans, sexy times and a lot of good-natured banter and humour to fit the found family vibes. And this latest instalment hits all these once again! In addition to the engaging and continuing storyline, we get more of an insight into just who the grumpy and independent Grey is. It is a little less heavy on the action then the previous two books as it focuses a lot on Grey's mentality and the anger and fear he's holding onto in the wake of the battle at the end of the second book. Cort is the perfect match for him, so understanding and patient, and with a huge heart. As always, the characters are both well-fleshed out and layered and their emotions are so incredibly powerful. I cannot get enough of this unique and loving family, and I can't wait for more to be added!
August 28, 2021
3.5-4 stars
You can tell this is kind of a filler for the other stories, yes some action happened but not as much as the first two books. I did like Grey and Colt together, but I would have been bummed as Colt to get that power… hahaha because the other two soul mates had waaay better powers hahaha
Overall good read, but the narration wasn’t fantastic… I mean Kirt Graves was but Silas Whitaker wasn’t a great choice for Colt in my opinion.
You can tell this is kind of a filler for the other stories, yes some action happened but not as much as the first two books. I did like Grey and Colt together, but I would have been bummed as Colt to get that power… hahaha because the other two soul mates had waaay better powers hahaha
Overall good read, but the narration wasn’t fantastic… I mean Kirt Graves was but Silas Whitaker wasn’t a great choice for Colt in my opinion.
November 11, 2023
They just keep getting better and better! Must be read in order!
Happy reading…
Happy reading…
November 26, 2020
Best one of the series so far. It wasn’t as sugary as the others.
November 24, 2020
action.. suspense... supernatural.. love.. sex... amazing guys... amazing characters and personalities... plus adventure and i love this series so much
November 19, 2020
Blind Warrior is the third installment in the Weavers Circle series, which should be read in order as this installment picks up pretty much directly after the events of the previous book. Grey is blind after an incident fighting the Pestilents and Cort is brought in to support his rehabilitation and help Grey become more independent without sight.
Grey, the Soul Weaver, has proved to be a solitary character in previous books. He's more comfortable sequestered in his room writing, rather than hanging out with the other Weavers and their mates. Once blind, he's even more withdrawn until the lovely Cort Newton comes into his life and forces him to reclaim some 'normality'. There's definitely a nod to the grumpy/sunshine character trope here, but it just fits. Cort's sunny, positive attitude is exactly what's needed to balance Grey's understandable reaction to his condition. They work so well as a couple: it feels like they naturally gel as mates due to their immediate bond and need to protect each other, as well as burning up the sheets...phew!
In terms of the plot, there's a bit of a change of pace in Blind Warrior, I think because of the nature of the internal battle Grey is fighting (coming to terms with having to use his powers as a blind man) as well as the still very present danger from the Pestilents. One in particular is a menace in this book. There are, naturally, some instances where the Weavers are forced to fight the Pestilents, meaning we get to see plenty of Clay, Baer and Lucien; as well as Dane and Wiley, of course. Cort's acceptance by the group really emphasises the found family theme that carries through the series, which is a highlight for me...one of my favourite tropes. We also get to meet a new Weaver, though we only learn a little about him. This is fine, though...it's Grey and Cort's turn in the spotlight, after all.
This is another very fine piece of writing by a great collab pair. We're at the midpoint in the series now, and the tension is really ramping up. Bring on book 4! 5*
An ARC was provided by GRR in exchange for an honest review.
Grey, the Soul Weaver, has proved to be a solitary character in previous books. He's more comfortable sequestered in his room writing, rather than hanging out with the other Weavers and their mates. Once blind, he's even more withdrawn until the lovely Cort Newton comes into his life and forces him to reclaim some 'normality'. There's definitely a nod to the grumpy/sunshine character trope here, but it just fits. Cort's sunny, positive attitude is exactly what's needed to balance Grey's understandable reaction to his condition. They work so well as a couple: it feels like they naturally gel as mates due to their immediate bond and need to protect each other, as well as burning up the sheets...phew!
In terms of the plot, there's a bit of a change of pace in Blind Warrior, I think because of the nature of the internal battle Grey is fighting (coming to terms with having to use his powers as a blind man) as well as the still very present danger from the Pestilents. One in particular is a menace in this book. There are, naturally, some instances where the Weavers are forced to fight the Pestilents, meaning we get to see plenty of Clay, Baer and Lucien; as well as Dane and Wiley, of course. Cort's acceptance by the group really emphasises the found family theme that carries through the series, which is a highlight for me...one of my favourite tropes. We also get to meet a new Weaver, though we only learn a little about him. This is fine, though...it's Grey and Cort's turn in the spotlight, after all.
This is another very fine piece of writing by a great collab pair. We're at the midpoint in the series now, and the tension is really ramping up. Bring on book 4! 5*
An ARC was provided by GRR in exchange for an honest review.
November 24, 2020
Independent reviewer for GAy Romance Reviews, I was gifted my copy of this book.
This is book 3 in the Weavers Circle series, and it would help greatly to read books one, Broken Weaver, and book 2, Animal Weaver, before you read this one. Some is recapped, but you don't get the full picture, and you really do need it.
You especially need the connection that Grey and his brothers have, cos given that his sight is gone, Grey shuts them out and you feel his and their pain that he does that, you really do. Cort is bought in to help Grey navigate his sight loss.
Grey is the Soul Weaver in the group. We already have Clay (Earth), Baer (Animal) and Lucien (Fire) and we meet a fifth Weaver (Water) here. Grey's power is dimmed somewhat, almost extinguished, with the loss of his visual sight but something about Cort settles his mind about lots of things.
The bad guys are pulling out all the stops to get what they want, played a blinder of a trick here, I did NOT see that one going down the way it did, I really didn't!
Cort takes to everything that is thrown at him with grace and style, jumping right in with Grey, even if Grey is not happy about that fact.
I loved how the interaction with his brothers begins to return as it was before, but not what Grey hears about what Clay read in the previous Weavers journals. I didn't like how THAT might have gone down, but I had every faith in Grey, even if he doesn't have it within himself.
I didn't find it quite as emotional as the other two books, but just as good as book 2.
Who is next? No idea but Calder, the Water Weaver appears here and I found him to be . . . flighty . . .maybe that's not quite the right word, but he's very "oh, ok!" about everything that gets thrown at him and I suspect that he will have some sort of breakdown about it all in his book. We have Lucien too, and he is pinning over the fact he doesn't have a mate yet, he's not jealous, exactly, I don't think, but more kinda needing his SOMEONE, you know??
Thoroughly enjoying this series, so please keep them coming! Can't wait to see what happens when all 6 Weavers are together, and they all have their mates.
4 very good stars
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This is book 3 in the Weavers Circle series, and it would help greatly to read books one, Broken Weaver, and book 2, Animal Weaver, before you read this one. Some is recapped, but you don't get the full picture, and you really do need it.
You especially need the connection that Grey and his brothers have, cos given that his sight is gone, Grey shuts them out and you feel his and their pain that he does that, you really do. Cort is bought in to help Grey navigate his sight loss.
Grey is the Soul Weaver in the group. We already have Clay (Earth), Baer (Animal) and Lucien (Fire) and we meet a fifth Weaver (Water) here. Grey's power is dimmed somewhat, almost extinguished, with the loss of his visual sight but something about Cort settles his mind about lots of things.
The bad guys are pulling out all the stops to get what they want, played a blinder of a trick here, I did NOT see that one going down the way it did, I really didn't!
Cort takes to everything that is thrown at him with grace and style, jumping right in with Grey, even if Grey is not happy about that fact.
I loved how the interaction with his brothers begins to return as it was before, but not what Grey hears about what Clay read in the previous Weavers journals. I didn't like how THAT might have gone down, but I had every faith in Grey, even if he doesn't have it within himself.
I didn't find it quite as emotional as the other two books, but just as good as book 2.
Who is next? No idea but Calder, the Water Weaver appears here and I found him to be . . . flighty . . .maybe that's not quite the right word, but he's very "oh, ok!" about everything that gets thrown at him and I suspect that he will have some sort of breakdown about it all in his book. We have Lucien too, and he is pinning over the fact he doesn't have a mate yet, he's not jealous, exactly, I don't think, but more kinda needing his SOMEONE, you know??
Thoroughly enjoying this series, so please keep them coming! Can't wait to see what happens when all 6 Weavers are together, and they all have their mates.
4 very good stars
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November 20, 2020
Though this story had just as much action as the rest, the tone of Grey and Cort's romance felt completely different to the other books in this series. Unlike the other stories, where it was easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of new information and people, Grey's story forced me to take a step back and process how being Weavers fundamentally altered everything about these men's lives. Nothing drove that point home as much as Grey's blindness did. Seeing him struggle day after day to complete simple tasks and escape his feelings of helplessness was heartbreaking. I knew Grey was going to have a difficult journey in front of him, and I'm so glad Jocelynn and Rinda didn't shy away from the harsh reality of Grey's situation. Instead of being about the quickest way to get Grey back into fighting shape, this story centered around mental and emotional healing. I honestly couldn't have cared less if Grey got his sight back--for me, seeing him adapt to his new reality and find peace in it was much more gratifying. That Cort was the one to help Grey retain a sense of normalcy only made their eventual romantic connection sweeter. Their love was a softer, slower build, but no less deeply emotional and satisfying.
As much as I loved the hurt/comfort themes in this story, it was just as thrilling to see the fight against pestilents rage on. At this point, I'm assuming we're halfway-ish through the series, and I still feel like the battle has only just begun. Learning more about the previous generations of Weavers, spells, and pestilents themselves has been so exciting, and I can't wait to see what other twists and turns happen in the future. These authors have done a fantastic job of leaving me just in the dark enough to keep me curious but not so lost that I don't understand what's going on. At the end of this book, the only thing I'm sure of is that the bonds of brotherhood between each Weaver are stronger than ever.
**I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
As much as I loved the hurt/comfort themes in this story, it was just as thrilling to see the fight against pestilents rage on. At this point, I'm assuming we're halfway-ish through the series, and I still feel like the battle has only just begun. Learning more about the previous generations of Weavers, spells, and pestilents themselves has been so exciting, and I can't wait to see what other twists and turns happen in the future. These authors have done a fantastic job of leaving me just in the dark enough to keep me curious but not so lost that I don't understand what's going on. At the end of this book, the only thing I'm sure of is that the bonds of brotherhood between each Weaver are stronger than ever.
**I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
November 15, 2020
WOW. Absolutely amazing.
This instalment in the series concentrates on the repercussions of the battle that resulted in Grey’s blindness. Cort is a Vision Rehab Specialist who is teaching Grey how to navigate his new normal. Cort also happens to be a kindhearted absolute ray of sunshine that lights up Grey’s darkness. Of course they have huge amounts of combustible chemistry between them and there’s lots of steam!
The main protagonist this time is a Pestilence wizard who likes to enthrall humans to do his dirty work. He will not doubt reappear again as the overall story arc continues.
Another weaver is added to the circle and this water weaver is one very laid back man who is calm incarnate. Something which the household is in desperate need of as the attacks against them continue.
This writing duo know how to produce a well crafted book with strong character development, perfect pacing, magic and action that kept me engaged from the very beginning. I highly recommend this book and the whole series.
This instalment in the series concentrates on the repercussions of the battle that resulted in Grey’s blindness. Cort is a Vision Rehab Specialist who is teaching Grey how to navigate his new normal. Cort also happens to be a kindhearted absolute ray of sunshine that lights up Grey’s darkness. Of course they have huge amounts of combustible chemistry between them and there’s lots of steam!
The main protagonist this time is a Pestilence wizard who likes to enthrall humans to do his dirty work. He will not doubt reappear again as the overall story arc continues.
Another weaver is added to the circle and this water weaver is one very laid back man who is calm incarnate. Something which the household is in desperate need of as the attacks against them continue.
This writing duo know how to produce a well crafted book with strong character development, perfect pacing, magic and action that kept me engaged from the very beginning. I highly recommend this book and the whole series.
November 23, 2020
Swoon.... This book was amazing as always, I love the series and the main characters along with their soulmates. Grey and Cort were no different. They had immediate chemistry and insta lust then love. It was hard reading Grey’s POV with him talking about his sight loss, it was so sad and heartbreaking, I wanted to hug him. I’m so glad Cort came into his life to be his vision therapist and not giving up on him when Grey wanted to give up. So happy he got his sight back and his powers and his brothers never gave up looking to help him. When Grey & Cort got together it was hot! Everything else was swoony between them. Except when they’d have to fight with the pesilents of course or John, the new leader of them. Not much fighting in this book though it was mostly settled on Grey & Cort, still good without the battle, I know that is coming and I’m looking forward to the next book, I’m assuming Lucien and he’d find his mate and maybe the last Weaver. A Must Read!
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February 29, 2024
Book 3 starts out with Grey suffering from a debilitating injury. If you read book 2. You know what happened.
As Grey recovers, his therapist Cort is there to help him. Of course Cort gets pulled into the mayhem. And during all of this their feelings for each other grow beyond the professional.
Favorite quotes:
Cort, comparing himself to a car "I was thinking more of an entry level BMW or Lexus. Just a little bit fancy, but reliable. I'll get you where you're going and make sure you enjoy the ride."
Cort, talking about the house. "Do you have any idea how special this place is? It’s a safe haven for two gay couples in the south. There’s a Black man with superpowers, for Christ’s sake! It’s like a dream come true for me"
And also Cort, calling bats "sky puppies."
As Grey recovers, his therapist Cort is there to help him. Of course Cort gets pulled into the mayhem. And during all of this their feelings for each other grow beyond the professional.
Favorite quotes:
Cort, comparing himself to a car "I was thinking more of an entry level BMW or Lexus. Just a little bit fancy, but reliable. I'll get you where you're going and make sure you enjoy the ride."
Cort, talking about the house. "Do you have any idea how special this place is? It’s a safe haven for two gay couples in the south. There’s a Black man with superpowers, for Christ’s sake! It’s like a dream come true for me"
And also Cort, calling bats "sky puppies."
November 22, 2020
This third novel in the Weaver Circles leads us to Grey and Cort.
Grey deals with the fallout of losing his vision and that changes everything for him.
The story between Grey and Cort is a sweet courtship as they navigate Grey’s depression. But once they admit they have feelings, they fall and fall hard.
The writing style in this book is classic Drake and Elliot with their trademark humour and found family. I love the chatter between all the characters and no one is left behind, though the focus of the story is Grey and Cort.
The fight scenes were a delight and I could visualize them.
Highly recommend.
I received a copy of this book for an honest review.
Grey deals with the fallout of losing his vision and that changes everything for him.
The story between Grey and Cort is a sweet courtship as they navigate Grey’s depression. But once they admit they have feelings, they fall and fall hard.
The writing style in this book is classic Drake and Elliot with their trademark humour and found family. I love the chatter between all the characters and no one is left behind, though the focus of the story is Grey and Cort.
The fight scenes were a delight and I could visualize them.
Highly recommend.
I received a copy of this book for an honest review.
November 27, 2020
Good series
I really like how this series is developing. They definitely aren’t standalone but I can’t wait to see the circle complete and the baddies defeated. I really liked Cort and Grey and how things developed bit was great to see all the others too.
I really like how this series is developing. They definitely aren’t standalone but I can’t wait to see the circle complete and the baddies defeated. I really liked Cort and Grey and how things developed bit was great to see all the others too.
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