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Kitsune Chronicles #3
Witchbane
A power awakening within is tearing him apart.
All Sebastian ever wanted was a place to call home. Bound to Liam, his fated mate, and nestled in the center of a werewolf pack, he’s found one. However, opening portals filled with monsters in his sleep, Sebastian’s power is a wild thing he’s unable to control. And it’s slowly destroying him.
He never asked to be part fae, or for any of their magic. Now something dark is creeping through the pack bonds, bringing unrest and chaos. Desperate to find a safe way to release the churning well of power inside Seb, the pair venture into Underhill, the abandoned land of the fae.
Only Underhill is on the verge of collapsing. It’s a race against time to harness the power of the kitsune and find a way home, or risk being devoured by a dying world.
All Sebastian ever wanted was a place to call home. Bound to Liam, his fated mate, and nestled in the center of a werewolf pack, he’s found one. However, opening portals filled with monsters in his sleep, Sebastian’s power is a wild thing he’s unable to control. And it’s slowly destroying him.
He never asked to be part fae, or for any of their magic. Now something dark is creeping through the pack bonds, bringing unrest and chaos. Desperate to find a safe way to release the churning well of power inside Seb, the pair venture into Underhill, the abandoned land of the fae.
Only Underhill is on the verge of collapsing. It’s a race against time to harness the power of the kitsune and find a way home, or risk being devoured by a dying world.
359 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 11, 2021
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September 21, 2025
Very interesting book, I have to say that this one is my least favourite of the series so far:
I still don't like some of Seb's attitude, specially toward Liam, fortunately it got much better through the book.
Let's talk about this cover, they chose a very white guy, like they don't care about Seb's description, in my opinion that's disrespectful with the readers and I dare to say, r@cist!
I enjoyed very much the action scenes and the big reveal that I didn't see coming, well done!!!
Absolutely love the sex scenes, I love the MC connection, I could feel the love and the hunger, steaming hot!!!
The plot is amazing, new characters, new scenarios, new adventures to come, I'm curious about what comes next!
I went trough this book again through Audible, Tyler Kent again gave a incredible performance, I was grabbed, he's so committed, amazing acting, I still think that he add some question marks when there's none, but either way I enjoyed a lot listening him! Congratulations!!!
I still don't like some of Seb's attitude, specially toward Liam, fortunately it got much better through the book.
Let's talk about this cover, they chose a very white guy, like they don't care about Seb's description, in my opinion that's disrespectful with the readers and I dare to say, r@cist!
I enjoyed very much the action scenes and the big reveal that I didn't see coming, well done!!!
Absolutely love the sex scenes, I love the MC connection, I could feel the love and the hunger, steaming hot!!!
The plot is amazing, new characters, new scenarios, new adventures to come, I'm curious about what comes next!
I went trough this book again through Audible, Tyler Kent again gave a incredible performance, I was grabbed, he's so committed, amazing acting, I still think that he add some question marks when there's none, but either way I enjoyed a lot listening him! Congratulations!!!
October 25, 2022
3.5
This series does not let up.
And also, returning to our protagonists, the whole group that accompanies them, is like returning to the family.
Added how inevitable it is to die of love for a certain event that takes place in this third installment.
This series does not let up.
And also, returning to our protagonists, the whole group that accompanies them, is like returning to the family.
Added how inevitable it is to die of love for a certain event that takes place in this third installment.
July 11, 2021
Most definitely not a stand-a-lone. Must be read in order. This book was insane. I didn't know if we were coming or going. Our MC's get trapped in Underhill & holy crap, it's collapsing. I really didn't think our boys were going to make it out alive. But along the way, we find Nick, who is all grown up now, along with Kiran and a twist that I never saw coming but loved! There is a huge betrayal that I didn't see coming either along with a couple of big battles. Again, didn't think our guys were going to make it. Liam's ex is a real POS & I hated her from the moment she opened her mouth. Not real pleased with Seb's mother either, but I think I could maybe tolerate her, if she doesn't get a ton of page time in the future. Didn't see the ending coming, but it worked for me. I don't want to give anything away, but you need to pick this one up ASAP.
ARC provided by Gay Romance Reviews in exchange for an honest review.
ARC provided by Gay Romance Reviews in exchange for an honest review.
March 25, 2021
The first two books of the series are really intriguing, fraught with peril from within and without, and despite the drama, something keeps bringing me back again and again. They must be read before WitchBane, by the way, so don't start here in the third book, you'll be lost, confused, and probably really frustrated by the MC's and everything battering at them.
There are things in this book that have me worried for where we're headed. I feel like these guys just can't really catch a break and I'm heartsick thinking of what could happen. A draw to another character leaves me with an ill feeling in my gut, but I also know that Seb and Liam can work through it, I just don't really look forward to the ride to get there.
But yet there's something wonderful about the MC's that give me a hope for their strength, their resolve, their power, and their love. With some really great side characters to draw interest and to support the story and the MC's, the ride isn't as painful as it could be with so much angst floating around. I will say, the constant monologuing is repetitive, redundant, reiterative...can you see where I'm going with this? I mean, how many times do you need to say the same things in slightly varied ways? At some point I'm hoping Seb can move beyond what he's angsting about and finally gain some control over his heart, mind, and powers. We'll get there, but I'm really hoping for sooner rather than later.
So while the story is feeling a bit like a saga rather than a series, there are some really good points to go along with the drama and monotony. I'm invested at this point so I'll be continuing for sure. 3.5 stars.
There are things in this book that have me worried for where we're headed. I feel like these guys just can't really catch a break and I'm heartsick thinking of what could happen. A draw to another character leaves me with an ill feeling in my gut, but I also know that Seb and Liam can work through it, I just don't really look forward to the ride to get there.
But yet there's something wonderful about the MC's that give me a hope for their strength, their resolve, their power, and their love. With some really great side characters to draw interest and to support the story and the MC's, the ride isn't as painful as it could be with so much angst floating around. I will say, the constant monologuing is repetitive, redundant, reiterative...can you see where I'm going with this? I mean, how many times do you need to say the same things in slightly varied ways? At some point I'm hoping Seb can move beyond what he's angsting about and finally gain some control over his heart, mind, and powers. We'll get there, but I'm really hoping for sooner rather than later.
So while the story is feeling a bit like a saga rather than a series, there are some really good points to go along with the drama and monotony. I'm invested at this point so I'll be continuing for sure. 3.5 stars.
March 23, 2021
this series gets better and better.. it is amazing. it is wonderful.. fast paced.. keeps me guessing.. i will swear i know one thing is going to happen and something else does haha.. i loved it
November 10, 2023
I thought it was really interesting how this wasn't an omegaverse but the author built in a few traditional omegaverse characteristics towards the end of the series.
Overall, I did not enjoy this book. I had to talk myself into finishing it. A few of the bigger problems I had.
Developments that went nowhere.
The weird vamp who showed up and was in a throuple but not really but actually its fine, even though its causing tension? Oh he's a bad guy, no more explanation or questions. Robin is apparently super powerful and obviously is really fond of Seb and helps him out all the time in small ways. But his powers and relationship to the MC never impacted the plot in any substantial way? There was so many things like this that felt almost like the author forgot about it by the end of the 3rd book.
Timeline.
Ok so Sebastian is in the weird transfomative coma/spirit walk thing for years. We know this because the child ages. And when he gets back he's like "oh right, my mom and Liam's ex wife are here" WHAT? Wasn't the beginning of the book years ago? Or is this a buffy situation, where willow was retroactively added to the timeline by magic? Either way, it wasn't clear. There were so many throw away comments like "Toby still behaves like this" how would you know when you've been missing for years, that what he is doing today is what he does everyday?
Magical conception.
What was the point of telling us that Sebastian was an omega and showing us that Liam can knot, if kitsune conception is just magical runoff? and it happened by accident? It just felt so anticlimactic, like this really important thing, a baby, became an afterthought. We didn't get to see the kid grow up and everyone was just like "yup, daddy was gone and now hes back, it's all good" WTF? Shouldn't Seb have had some kind of emotional reaction to missing his kid grow up? The kid have an adjustment period to this new stranger? Nothing?
Too much internal experience, not enough action/material consequence.
This was the biggest issue for me. Huge portions of this book happen in dream sequences, or like, magical hallucinations, or in another world where time passes differently, and that's all good. What is not good, is when there's just internal realizations or transformations piling up on top of each other in a way that barely impacts the plot or the other characters. Seriously, if you took out most of the internal experience stuff and even half the magic stuff, you could have gotten from the beginning to the end no problem. I just felt like I was tracking all these nebulous/abstract emotions and magical transformations and at the end of the day, it was pointless. Similar to how I felt about the timeline.
It's gonna be a while before I give this author another chance.
Overall, I did not enjoy this book. I had to talk myself into finishing it. A few of the bigger problems I had.
Developments that went nowhere.
The weird vamp who showed up and was in a throuple but not really but actually its fine, even though its causing tension? Oh he's a bad guy, no more explanation or questions. Robin is apparently super powerful and obviously is really fond of Seb and helps him out all the time in small ways. But his powers and relationship to the MC never impacted the plot in any substantial way? There was so many things like this that felt almost like the author forgot about it by the end of the 3rd book.
Timeline.
Ok so Sebastian is in the weird transfomative coma/spirit walk thing for years. We know this because the child ages. And when he gets back he's like "oh right, my mom and Liam's ex wife are here" WHAT? Wasn't the beginning of the book years ago? Or is this a buffy situation, where willow was retroactively added to the timeline by magic? Either way, it wasn't clear. There were so many throw away comments like "Toby still behaves like this" how would you know when you've been missing for years, that what he is doing today is what he does everyday?
Magical conception.
What was the point of telling us that Sebastian was an omega and showing us that Liam can knot, if kitsune conception is just magical runoff? and it happened by accident? It just felt so anticlimactic, like this really important thing, a baby, became an afterthought. We didn't get to see the kid grow up and everyone was just like "yup, daddy was gone and now hes back, it's all good" WTF? Shouldn't Seb have had some kind of emotional reaction to missing his kid grow up? The kid have an adjustment period to this new stranger? Nothing?
Too much internal experience, not enough action/material consequence.
This was the biggest issue for me. Huge portions of this book happen in dream sequences, or like, magical hallucinations, or in another world where time passes differently, and that's all good. What is not good, is when there's just internal realizations or transformations piling up on top of each other in a way that barely impacts the plot or the other characters. Seriously, if you took out most of the internal experience stuff and even half the magic stuff, you could have gotten from the beginning to the end no problem. I just felt like I was tracking all these nebulous/abstract emotions and magical transformations and at the end of the day, it was pointless. Similar to how I felt about the timeline.
It's gonna be a while before I give this author another chance.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 3, 2021
I love Lissa Kasey’s books and will read about anything she writes, but this one didn’t quite hit the mark for me.
MOST of this book was great, until one extended chunk that felt a bit like I imagine a bad trip would be - disjointed and unclear. The writing is as brilliant as usual, and I don’t want to give too much detail for fear of spoilers, but there are extended scenes one after the other that are (for reasons) dreamlike and trippy. They took up too many pages in one go (60 odd pages, about 20% of the book) and (for me) lost something for a coherent storyline which I need to keep my attention. It was like my brain tuned out and I kept finding myself skipping bits. I’m not sure how else to put it.
I adore Seb and Liam, their chemistry, and the trust they are building in their relationship after all Seb has been through and I will continue to keep reading this series.
MOST of this book was great, until one extended chunk that felt a bit like I imagine a bad trip would be - disjointed and unclear. The writing is as brilliant as usual, and I don’t want to give too much detail for fear of spoilers, but there are extended scenes one after the other that are (for reasons) dreamlike and trippy. They took up too many pages in one go (60 odd pages, about 20% of the book) and (for me) lost something for a coherent storyline which I need to keep my attention. It was like my brain tuned out and I kept finding myself skipping bits. I’m not sure how else to put it.
I adore Seb and Liam, their chemistry, and the trust they are building in their relationship after all Seb has been through and I will continue to keep reading this series.
April 24, 2022
The Foxy Finale
The third in the kitsune trilogy sees the werewolf and kitsune stuck in faerie for part of the book and meeting Kiran, another white haired Fae kitsune and Nick, the child who got lost, now an adult.
We have loads going on here from vampire battles, government agencies, monsters and magic.
But it's not the end of the world, just this portion of the story.
The third in the kitsune trilogy sees the werewolf and kitsune stuck in faerie for part of the book and meeting Kiran, another white haired Fae kitsune and Nick, the child who got lost, now an adult.
We have loads going on here from vampire battles, government agencies, monsters and magic.
But it's not the end of the world, just this portion of the story.
May 1, 2022
Prepare to lose your mind.
Your emotions will be all over the place as you try to keep Seb and Liam safe.
You'll giggle at the interchange between Seb and Carl.
You'll fall in love with Ari.
You'll worry about Toby, Nick and Kiran...who'd ever think you'd agonize over the fate of kitsumes or werewolves or vampires?
A fantastic series. Enjoy!
Your emotions will be all over the place as you try to keep Seb and Liam safe.
You'll giggle at the interchange between Seb and Carl.
You'll fall in love with Ari.
You'll worry about Toby, Nick and Kiran...who'd ever think you'd agonize over the fate of kitsumes or werewolves or vampires?
A fantastic series. Enjoy!
April 14, 2022
** I WAS GIVEN THIS BOOK FOR MY READING PLEASURE **
Reviewed for Divine Magazine
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Witchbane (Kitsune Chronicles, 3) by Lissa Kasey
★★★★★
359 Pages
1st person, one character POV
Themes: MM Romance, Alpha male, Alpha/Omega, pack, shifters, single father, true mates
Triggers: mentions of past partner abuse, mental health, anxiety, violence, PTSD, edging, knotting, night terrors, flashbacks
Genre: MM Romance, PNR, Urban Fantasy, Shifters, Magic, Kitsune, Werewolves
~
World-Building: ★★★★★
Heat: ★★★☆☆
Chemistry: ★★★★☆
Plot: ★★★★☆
Romance: ★★★☆☆
~
Witchbane is the third book in Lissa Kasey's Kitsune Chronicles, and was a really strong, well balanced conclusion to the first trilogy of the Chronicles. At close to 400 pages, it was a long read, but there was also a lot to fit into those pages, and I think Kasey did a great job finding balance.
The story as a whole is strong, cohesive and ties together all the important factors of the trilogy so far. While it felt long and intricate, that made sense from the many interlinked parts finally coming together, and resolving all the issues of the previous books, while leaving space for future growth and character development, without leaving unanswered questions.
As before, though I forgot to mention it in previous reviews, I love the use of imagery and metaphores to explore Sebastian's link with Liam and the pack. From the bakery being used to show and explore the pack bonds in previous books, and the vines latching onto Sebastian's pain here, it was all really well explored and handled with sensitivity, as all the other potential triggers are. While Sebastian has a dark past, with a lot of trauma, it isn't pointlessly rehashed in explicit detail just for effect. Whenever it crops up, it's either mentioned briefly, or it's explored for a purpose.
As for the pack bonds, I loved seeing the growth between Sebastian and the pack. Especially when in comparison to previous books. Before, when he was in trouble, he was so afraid of the bond it wasn't secure enough for anyone but Liam to connect, but now, even grumpy Carl can feel Sebastian's pain and responds as a pack member should. I loved that it felt natural, and proved how much he'd become part of the pack, without being overly emphasised.
Concerning characters...I'm still madly in love with Toby, and can't wait to read his short story, next. I actually love grumpy Carl. The exploration of Dylan's relationship with Sean and his lingering PTSD was really well done. The sudden appearance of Sebastian's mother, and Korissa's mother, was a great piece of stress and chaos, that added another dimension to their troubles. It was also really interesting to see Wesley and Robin reappear, after going into hiding. I want to see more of then again, later, too. Meeting Zephyr, the potential mate they wanted for Sebastian, was...interesting. And potentially intriguing, for future stories?
I love Kiran, who is a sort of mash between my favourite parts of Carl and Toby. I love his bond with Nick, and look forward to seeing that explored more later, hopefully in their own trilogy? I also really liked that this book wrapped up all of the issues around Huge, the vampires, Al, and Nick. Yet, it didn't finish them off seamlessly, with a nice tidy bow. It was messy, risky, and left both Sebastian and Liam feeling uneasy about the agreements that had to be made. Which is absolutely normal.
And...let's be honest...the only person I could love more than Toby is little Ari. Genderless and adorable, sweet as pie, and the cutest little super-magical-baby I've ever read.
Downsides?
There was this odd little Chibi couple at 89% of my ARC for the Boxset of Books 1-3. Randomly thrown in there, as a scene break. It was kind of odd.
There was a lot of hopping from one scene to the next, and I did feel a bit disorientated sometimes, like I couldn't quite keep up with the many plot points. However, I did have a fall during my reading of Book 3, which was why it took me days longer than it should have to read it, and I attributed most of my difficulty to that, as I had real trouble concentrating for about 2 days, and this could easily have pulled me out of the story enough that I felt displaced.
But, I also have to acknowledge that there are A LOT of plot points, all twisting and winding together, and there are a lot of stepping through magical doorways from one event to another, without much of a break to breathe. There's little light-relief, here, until near the end, which meant it felt a bit heavier than the other books. Add on the length of it, and that it felt long to read, and that was a potential downside, too.
~
OVERALL
I really enjoyed this conclusion to the first trilogy, and I'm looking forward to reading more. Toby's short is up next, then I'll be delving into WitchCurse, the first of Kiran's books, and hopefully a full trilogy of his story.
While Witchbane was long, and sometimes tiring (for me) to read, I really felt it was the perfect ending to the trilogy. It was a little chaotic and dark, with lots of twists and some confusing bits, but that's what I love about Sebastian's journey. It's a real journey of struggle and learning how to accept who he is, how he was made, and stop fighting his instincts. With Liam by his side, Sebastian becomes a stronger, better person, and the events of this book make that really clear. I loved how Liam found his own strength and growth, here, which was unexpected, and their future adventures with Ari are something I hope will be touched upon in later books.
Overall, it was a strong, well written story, well paced, with a great attention to world-building and detail, that really focused on the plot. I lessened my rating for romance, heat, and chemistry because Sebastian and Liam were separated for a lot of the book, to let the story focus on Sebastian's journey through Underhill, and the exploration of his Fae/kitsune nature. That doesn't diminish the romance at all, as it was still strong and swoony.
But, personally, I loved that the book focused more on the journey than the romance. That's what this book needed, and it delivered in spades.
~
Favourite Quote
“I used to always pick the adventurer with the sword rather than the mage,” Liam remarked.
“Nick got a sword from somewhere. Maybe you can make one.”
“Wouldn’t do me any good. Never used one. I can wield an axe okay, and lots of guns. I am not old enough or from the right place to know about swords.”
“My visions of you as a hot ancient warrior are suddenly shattered,” I teased.”
Reviewed for Divine Magazine
~
Witchbane (Kitsune Chronicles, 3) by Lissa Kasey
★★★★★
359 Pages
1st person, one character POV
Themes: MM Romance, Alpha male, Alpha/Omega, pack, shifters, single father, true mates
Triggers: mentions of past partner abuse, mental health, anxiety, violence, PTSD, edging, knotting, night terrors, flashbacks
Genre: MM Romance, PNR, Urban Fantasy, Shifters, Magic, Kitsune, Werewolves
~
World-Building: ★★★★★
Heat: ★★★☆☆
Chemistry: ★★★★☆
Plot: ★★★★☆
Romance: ★★★☆☆
~
Witchbane is the third book in Lissa Kasey's Kitsune Chronicles, and was a really strong, well balanced conclusion to the first trilogy of the Chronicles. At close to 400 pages, it was a long read, but there was also a lot to fit into those pages, and I think Kasey did a great job finding balance.
The story as a whole is strong, cohesive and ties together all the important factors of the trilogy so far. While it felt long and intricate, that made sense from the many interlinked parts finally coming together, and resolving all the issues of the previous books, while leaving space for future growth and character development, without leaving unanswered questions.
As before, though I forgot to mention it in previous reviews, I love the use of imagery and metaphores to explore Sebastian's link with Liam and the pack. From the bakery being used to show and explore the pack bonds in previous books, and the vines latching onto Sebastian's pain here, it was all really well explored and handled with sensitivity, as all the other potential triggers are. While Sebastian has a dark past, with a lot of trauma, it isn't pointlessly rehashed in explicit detail just for effect. Whenever it crops up, it's either mentioned briefly, or it's explored for a purpose.
As for the pack bonds, I loved seeing the growth between Sebastian and the pack. Especially when in comparison to previous books. Before, when he was in trouble, he was so afraid of the bond it wasn't secure enough for anyone but Liam to connect, but now, even grumpy Carl can feel Sebastian's pain and responds as a pack member should. I loved that it felt natural, and proved how much he'd become part of the pack, without being overly emphasised.
Concerning characters...I'm still madly in love with Toby, and can't wait to read his short story, next. I actually love grumpy Carl. The exploration of Dylan's relationship with Sean and his lingering PTSD was really well done. The sudden appearance of Sebastian's mother, and Korissa's mother, was a great piece of stress and chaos, that added another dimension to their troubles. It was also really interesting to see Wesley and Robin reappear, after going into hiding. I want to see more of then again, later, too. Meeting Zephyr, the potential mate they wanted for Sebastian, was...interesting. And potentially intriguing, for future stories?
I love Kiran, who is a sort of mash between my favourite parts of Carl and Toby. I love his bond with Nick, and look forward to seeing that explored more later, hopefully in their own trilogy? I also really liked that this book wrapped up all of the issues around Huge, the vampires, Al, and Nick. Yet, it didn't finish them off seamlessly, with a nice tidy bow. It was messy, risky, and left both Sebastian and Liam feeling uneasy about the agreements that had to be made. Which is absolutely normal.
And...let's be honest...the only person I could love more than Toby is little Ari. Genderless and adorable, sweet as pie, and the cutest little super-magical-baby I've ever read.
Downsides?
There was this odd little Chibi couple at 89% of my ARC for the Boxset of Books 1-3. Randomly thrown in there, as a scene break. It was kind of odd.
There was a lot of hopping from one scene to the next, and I did feel a bit disorientated sometimes, like I couldn't quite keep up with the many plot points. However, I did have a fall during my reading of Book 3, which was why it took me days longer than it should have to read it, and I attributed most of my difficulty to that, as I had real trouble concentrating for about 2 days, and this could easily have pulled me out of the story enough that I felt displaced.
But, I also have to acknowledge that there are A LOT of plot points, all twisting and winding together, and there are a lot of stepping through magical doorways from one event to another, without much of a break to breathe. There's little light-relief, here, until near the end, which meant it felt a bit heavier than the other books. Add on the length of it, and that it felt long to read, and that was a potential downside, too.
~
OVERALL
I really enjoyed this conclusion to the first trilogy, and I'm looking forward to reading more. Toby's short is up next, then I'll be delving into WitchCurse, the first of Kiran's books, and hopefully a full trilogy of his story.
While Witchbane was long, and sometimes tiring (for me) to read, I really felt it was the perfect ending to the trilogy. It was a little chaotic and dark, with lots of twists and some confusing bits, but that's what I love about Sebastian's journey. It's a real journey of struggle and learning how to accept who he is, how he was made, and stop fighting his instincts. With Liam by his side, Sebastian becomes a stronger, better person, and the events of this book make that really clear. I loved how Liam found his own strength and growth, here, which was unexpected, and their future adventures with Ari are something I hope will be touched upon in later books.
Overall, it was a strong, well written story, well paced, with a great attention to world-building and detail, that really focused on the plot. I lessened my rating for romance, heat, and chemistry because Sebastian and Liam were separated for a lot of the book, to let the story focus on Sebastian's journey through Underhill, and the exploration of his Fae/kitsune nature. That doesn't diminish the romance at all, as it was still strong and swoony.
But, personally, I loved that the book focused more on the journey than the romance. That's what this book needed, and it delivered in spades.
~
Favourite Quote
“I used to always pick the adventurer with the sword rather than the mage,” Liam remarked.
“Nick got a sword from somewhere. Maybe you can make one.”
“Wouldn’t do me any good. Never used one. I can wield an axe okay, and lots of guns. I am not old enough or from the right place to know about swords.”
“My visions of you as a hot ancient warrior are suddenly shattered,” I teased.”
February 12, 2023
This was... unexpected. I adored the first book (made a whole review about it) and then the second book came and this third and both were... weird. Wild. This one more than the second. I mean, looking at the other book from this author, I should have expected it but I didn't actually notice it's from someone I already read.
I still like the first book of the series and will continue but... well, it feels like the first one is almost a different story and because of the many dreamy or too-magical or time-shifting events surrounding this, the first one is just better.
I still like the first book of the series and will continue but... well, it feels like the first one is almost a different story and because of the many dreamy or too-magical or time-shifting events surrounding this, the first one is just better.
August 9, 2021
I am unashamedly biased when it comes to this author, but IMO I truly feel that Witchbane is her best work... to date.
So many things that I loved about this book, not the least of which is the relationship growth between Seb and Liam. 🤩
Many questions were answered but more have been raised... so looking forward to a fourth book.
b>Oh, and a side note to everyone who didn’t read past ‘Witchblood’ because you were mad at the author about Nicky? Yeah. You should’ve kept on reading.
So many things that I loved about this book, not the least of which is the relationship growth between Seb and Liam. 🤩
Many questions were answered but more have been raised... so looking forward to a fourth book.
b>Oh, and a side note to everyone who didn’t read past ‘Witchblood’ because you were mad at the author about Nicky? Yeah. You should’ve kept on reading.
August 27, 2023
I have loved this series but so far this one is my least favorite it’s didn’t flow smoothly like the others it seemed to jumpy for me to fully enjoy but I feel the over all story help me give it a 3 star
September 7, 2021
I was hoping for something more but ...
December 29, 2022
This is probably my favorite book of the series so far. It had a lot of Liam and Sebastian hanging out, which is fun because they’re weirdos but they work together. It also had fun side characters hanging around, though I missed some of the pack members we didn’t see much of. I’m not a big fan of how Liam’s ex and Sebastian’s mom were written. They’re two of three female characters that have more than a line or two and they’re written as bitches. Which is fine, but then also please have more women characters who aren’t. It’s just such a common thing in any m/m fiction that it grates on me.
I’m still not a fan of Under Hill, and I tend to drift off with the long and frequent sequences of Seb getting lost in his mind or Under Hill. But it helped to have Liam there, who seemed able to make sense of the realm and magic more readily than Seb can at times. I think they have a good partnership.
I hugely appreciate that Sebastian is allowed to have a high libido with Liam. Usually similar characters aren’t allowed to do that except in very specific scenes because it’s not innocent or vulnerable enough or something. There are is only one sex scene that’s at the end of the book but Sebastian thinks a lot about sex with Liam, and Liam certainly doesn’t mind.
I thought it was cute that Seb reflected he had become the muscle and Liam the brains of their duo.
Ari is adorable. They’re
I’m still not a fan of Under Hill, and I tend to drift off with the long and frequent sequences of Seb getting lost in his mind or Under Hill. But it helped to have Liam there, who seemed able to make sense of the realm and magic more readily than Seb can at times. I think they have a good partnership.
I hugely appreciate that Sebastian is allowed to have a high libido with Liam. Usually similar characters aren’t allowed to do that except in very specific scenes because it’s not innocent or vulnerable enough or something. There are is only one sex scene that’s at the end of the book but Sebastian thinks a lot about sex with Liam, and Liam certainly doesn’t mind.
I thought it was cute that Seb reflected he had become the muscle and Liam the brains of their duo.
Ari is adorable. They’re
March 24, 2021
Something is slowly destroying Sebastian health… but how can he fight against his own nature?
Sebastian and Liam don’t seem able to catch a breath… After a short period of time, two very unexpected female visitors come to break the harmony at their home. Besides, Sebastian is suffering from continuous nightmares and looks more sick with every passing day. To make things worse, a strange darkness seems to chase them everywhere they go, and it does not seem bode anything good for them. Trying to work a solution, Liam and Seb find themselves Underhill, where Sebastian seems doomed to fulfil the fae prophecy, no matter how hard he tries to avoid it…
In the third instalment of the series, tension escalates as the dangers Liam and Seb have to face get even worse. During their time Underhill, their bond strengthens in surprising new ways, and it is good to see how their relationship grows and evolves. Even though I loved it I must recognise I got a bit annoyed with all the misfortunes happening to Seb after leaving Underhill… Honestly, at the end it was sort of ridiculous, everything seemed to go wrong…
But all is well that ends well, and I was a very happy reader at the end
I received a copy of this book, and this is my honest review.
Sebastian and Liam don’t seem able to catch a breath… After a short period of time, two very unexpected female visitors come to break the harmony at their home. Besides, Sebastian is suffering from continuous nightmares and looks more sick with every passing day. To make things worse, a strange darkness seems to chase them everywhere they go, and it does not seem bode anything good for them. Trying to work a solution, Liam and Seb find themselves Underhill, where Sebastian seems doomed to fulfil the fae prophecy, no matter how hard he tries to avoid it…
In the third instalment of the series, tension escalates as the dangers Liam and Seb have to face get even worse. During their time Underhill, their bond strengthens in surprising new ways, and it is good to see how their relationship grows and evolves. Even though I loved it I must recognise I got a bit annoyed with all the misfortunes happening to Seb after leaving Underhill… Honestly, at the end it was sort of ridiculous, everything seemed to go wrong…
But all is well that ends well, and I was a very happy reader at the end
I received a copy of this book, and this is my honest review.
March 15, 2021
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Review
Ok so wow! I have been eagerly awaiting this book after devouring book 1, 2 and 2.5 in days. I was happy to learn while waiting that the trilogy was turning into 4 books and can definitely see why after reading book 3.
Seb as a character has grown so much after being in a loving, supportive stable relationship and pack. This book starts a few weeks after book 2.
As Seb grows into his powers and seeks further help and assistance from the green man and the inhabitants of Underhill that we meet last book we see their bond grow and strengthen and understand more as to why fate put Liam and Seb together.
“He is your mate. Was he ever truly safe when you are a creature of life and death? Creation and destruction? Was he the best choice for your mate?” She shook her head. “He was chosen by the powers of this world. We can only hope it’s enough.”
There is so much I want to say, but they would be spoilers. I really am looking forward to the next book so see how the outcomes from book 3 unfold and what happens to the new characters introduced. I think the quote above sums up the story.
Review
Ok so wow! I have been eagerly awaiting this book after devouring book 1, 2 and 2.5 in days. I was happy to learn while waiting that the trilogy was turning into 4 books and can definitely see why after reading book 3.
Seb as a character has grown so much after being in a loving, supportive stable relationship and pack. This book starts a few weeks after book 2.
As Seb grows into his powers and seeks further help and assistance from the green man and the inhabitants of Underhill that we meet last book we see their bond grow and strengthen and understand more as to why fate put Liam and Seb together.
“He is your mate. Was he ever truly safe when you are a creature of life and death? Creation and destruction? Was he the best choice for your mate?” She shook her head. “He was chosen by the powers of this world. We can only hope it’s enough.”
There is so much I want to say, but they would be spoilers. I really am looking forward to the next book so see how the outcomes from book 3 unfold and what happens to the new characters introduced. I think the quote above sums up the story.
March 11, 2021
An amazing addition to a great series!
I’ve been enjoying this series and was looking forward to this book and it did not disappoint! This is definitely not a series you can start in the middle, so if you haven’t already read books 1&2, do that before starting this one.
Seb and Liam are thrown right into the deep end from the beginning of this book and what a crazy ride. Their relationship is a mix of fated mate love and hard work due to the differences in their personalities. Seb is trying so hard to learn more about and how to control his kitsune after the craziness of the last Underhill trip while Liam works to be there for him and the pack. There is a lot of world and character building in this series and both Seb and Liam have so many layers to their personalities and abilities. In this book, those layers are both peeled back and added to, with some very wild consequences. I’m anti-spoiler in reviews, so I really can’t say more except that I am now anxiously awaiting the next book.
I’ve been enjoying this series and was looking forward to this book and it did not disappoint! This is definitely not a series you can start in the middle, so if you haven’t already read books 1&2, do that before starting this one.
Seb and Liam are thrown right into the deep end from the beginning of this book and what a crazy ride. Their relationship is a mix of fated mate love and hard work due to the differences in their personalities. Seb is trying so hard to learn more about and how to control his kitsune after the craziness of the last Underhill trip while Liam works to be there for him and the pack. There is a lot of world and character building in this series and both Seb and Liam have so many layers to their personalities and abilities. In this book, those layers are both peeled back and added to, with some very wild consequences. I’m anti-spoiler in reviews, so I really can’t say more except that I am now anxiously awaiting the next book.
March 15, 2021
first of all, I love this series ... SEb and Liam are great together and I love how they work with each other and how the relationship develops
this book was a bit difficult for me ... and I think that is mostly on me and not on the book.
nevertheless, I love this series and I can`t wait to get my hands on the next book
this book was a bit difficult for me ... and I think that is mostly on me and not on the book.
nevertheless, I love this series and I can`t wait to get my hands on the next book
January 15, 2024
I am so sorry. I think the story has so much potential, but I don't understand the complete second half of the book?! I am more than confused... 😭😅
One scene after another, but I don't understand what is real, what dream, the thing with Hugo, Al and Sean?! I needed more explanations and less "time jumps". I am so confused and sad that I don't like the progress of the series.
I loved book 1, book 2 was okay, but now book 3... And I am not a big fan of "magic babys/ kids" in storys...Oh and the development with Al didn't matter to me at all, emotionally, because we don't know him? Seb had ONE short conversation with him and their past was vague... 🤷🏻♀️
I think my biggest problem was my own expectations. I wanted to read an Urban Fantasy novel about pack, mates, love, mortal world stuff and not fae, dying worlds and out of control magic. But this is on me and not the author... 🤷🏻♀️😅
One scene after another, but I don't understand what is real, what dream, the thing with Hugo, Al and Sean?! I needed more explanations and less "time jumps". I am so confused and sad that I don't like the progress of the series.
I loved book 1, book 2 was okay, but now book 3... And I am not a big fan of "magic babys/ kids" in storys...Oh and the development with Al didn't matter to me at all, emotionally, because we don't know him? Seb had ONE short conversation with him and their past was vague... 🤷🏻♀️
I think my biggest problem was my own expectations. I wanted to read an Urban Fantasy novel about pack, mates, love, mortal world stuff and not fae, dying worlds and out of control magic. But this is on me and not the author... 🤷🏻♀️😅
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 24, 2021
This book is not a stand alone read! You really need to read the previous books to understand what is going on.
So I adored books 1 and 2 of this series. The author has created a full, rich, magical and sinister world of magic, shifters, and fae. Liam and Seb are totally #relationshipgoals, most of the time.
The book is fast-paced will leave you breathless at the end. Maybe a little too breathless as it seemed very rushed to wrap things up in comparison to the other books. However the entire book is a rollercoaster ride so be prepared for an insane, but worthwhile ride. There are twists, turns, betrayals and revelations that add to the plot and it's frenetic pace.
The world building alone is worth giving this series a read. Looking forward to the next chapter.
So I adored books 1 and 2 of this series. The author has created a full, rich, magical and sinister world of magic, shifters, and fae. Liam and Seb are totally #relationshipgoals, most of the time.
The book is fast-paced will leave you breathless at the end. Maybe a little too breathless as it seemed very rushed to wrap things up in comparison to the other books. However the entire book is a rollercoaster ride so be prepared for an insane, but worthwhile ride. There are twists, turns, betrayals and revelations that add to the plot and it's frenetic pace.
The world building alone is worth giving this series a read. Looking forward to the next chapter.
March 24, 2021
ᗯȏᗯ. Sȏ G̶ȏȏᗪ!!
Book3, ‘Witchbane’ is an excellent read!! So very much packed into this one book, but worth it.
Book2 seemed a long and tedious repeat of poor Seb going over and over how screwed and pathetic he was. Seriously, poor guy!! You can’t hate him, because he doesn’t feel sorry for himself or ask anyone else to, but he has absolutely ZERO self esteem. Unfortunately the reader gets to ‘hear about it’ over & over ... & over in book 2.
Book 3 is extremely creative & unique. There is just so very much going on!! Action, mystery, fantasy, character building, relationships, bonds, regular daily lives mixed with paranormal activity that no one actually understands ... it’s really very interesting. I can’t wait for the next one!!!
Book3, ‘Witchbane’ is an excellent read!! So very much packed into this one book, but worth it.
Book2 seemed a long and tedious repeat of poor Seb going over and over how screwed and pathetic he was. Seriously, poor guy!! You can’t hate him, because he doesn’t feel sorry for himself or ask anyone else to, but he has absolutely ZERO self esteem. Unfortunately the reader gets to ‘hear about it’ over & over ... & over in book 2.
Book 3 is extremely creative & unique. There is just so very much going on!! Action, mystery, fantasy, character building, relationships, bonds, regular daily lives mixed with paranormal activity that no one actually understands ... it’s really very interesting. I can’t wait for the next one!!!
April 2, 2021
Another great book in this series
This is the third book in this series and I definitely recommend that you read the other books first as there is a very definite story arc. And what a story it is. It is too complicated to go into the plot except to say that the surprises keep coming and this is one of the best things about this series, that it’s very unique. I read a lot of books and most books I can sort of tell where they are going, but with this series that never happened. I just love reading something so different. I love everything about these books from the covers to the plots and everything in between. If you like mm fantasy romance then I highly recommend these books to you.
This is the third book in this series and I definitely recommend that you read the other books first as there is a very definite story arc. And what a story it is. It is too complicated to go into the plot except to say that the surprises keep coming and this is one of the best things about this series, that it’s very unique. I read a lot of books and most books I can sort of tell where they are going, but with this series that never happened. I just love reading something so different. I love everything about these books from the covers to the plots and everything in between. If you like mm fantasy romance then I highly recommend these books to you.
May 3, 2022
This was a very intense and involved series with 4 novels and 2 shorts out so far, with more to come. I can't imagine having this much imagination and being able to make a cohesive story out of it - guess that's why I'm a reader and not a writer!
The first 3 books focused on the same 2 MC's (Liam and Sebastian) with book #4 moving over to Kiran, Toby & Nick. Looks like the next books in the series will also change up the MC's. You can definitely stop after each book as they get their HFN/HEA at the end of each one but they are definitely best read in order as the stories continue along the same timeline and the MC's show up throughout.
The first 3 books focused on the same 2 MC's (Liam and Sebastian) with book #4 moving over to Kiran, Toby & Nick. Looks like the next books in the series will also change up the MC's. You can definitely stop after each book as they get their HFN/HEA at the end of each one but they are definitely best read in order as the stories continue along the same timeline and the MC's show up throughout.
September 11, 2025
Okay, so I really like this series from Lissa Kasey. It's a great fantasy/shifter story. Seb has been opening portals to Underhill in his sleep, and he doesn't know how to stop it. Also Seb's mother decides to visit after many years, and Liam's ex-wife decides this is also the best time to visit. While Seb and Liam go to find the Tree God, who bound Seb's Kitsune and dark fae arrives, there is no choice but to open a portal, that leads back to Underhill. I absolutely love the world being L. Kasey does, I have never read a fantasy book like it. They create an incredible mythology to go with the story, and the characters are genuine and easy to empathize with.
March 17, 2021
This book was so good.
It blew my mind open. I had to read it twice before it all sank in. I could probably read it a dozen more times and still discover new things about this book.
In this book, we have the continuing saga of Liam and Sebastian.
I really enjoyed watching the charters come into themselves and their powers. It was great to see how they could come together and work together, but also scary to see them struggle thru throughout the book. This book took me on a crazy rollercoaster ride of emotions, i absolutely loved it.
It blew my mind open. I had to read it twice before it all sank in. I could probably read it a dozen more times and still discover new things about this book.
In this book, we have the continuing saga of Liam and Sebastian.
I really enjoyed watching the charters come into themselves and their powers. It was great to see how they could come together and work together, but also scary to see them struggle thru throughout the book. This book took me on a crazy rollercoaster ride of emotions, i absolutely loved it.
April 30, 2021
3.5 stars
I almost couldn’t finish this, it got so bleak and dark. It had been a while since I read the first two books and didn’t remember them well so felt a little lost at times. The descriptions were good and there is a lot of action and danger - it is fairly fast paced but it left little breathing room between crisis’s. I don’t know that I like Seb much. Not that he’s a jerk just couldn’t connect with his melancholy (not that it’s not wholly deserved) I don’t know if I’ll continue with the series
I almost couldn’t finish this, it got so bleak and dark. It had been a while since I read the first two books and didn’t remember them well so felt a little lost at times. The descriptions were good and there is a lot of action and danger - it is fairly fast paced but it left little breathing room between crisis’s. I don’t know that I like Seb much. Not that he’s a jerk just couldn’t connect with his melancholy (not that it’s not wholly deserved) I don’t know if I’ll continue with the series
June 24, 2021
I really love the world building in this series. I also love the bond between Sebastian and Liam and their crazy pack. There was a little time during this book, that I got lost, I wasn't sure what was real and what wasn't and neither was the main character, but then he fell into reality quicker than I could adjust I guess. I was confused, but it didn't take long to just go with the flow and get back into the action. I definitely love this series and can't wait for more. I listened to the audiobook and find the narrator to be a perfect fit.
December 14, 2025
"Witchbane" received FOUR stars.
The novel gained *stars* for these items:
* gained for: "The book caught my interest in the first five pages."
* gained for: "I thought about the book when I was forced to set it down and re-enter society."
* gained for: "There were no info dumps, poor writing, or copy edit mistakes that jerked me out of the story."
* gained for: "I was sad when the book ended. I wanted more!"
The novel failed to gain stars for this item:
NO STAR gained for: "That's it. I'm hooked on this author. I will automatically try anything she/he/they writes."
The novel gained *stars* for these items:
* gained for: "The book caught my interest in the first five pages."
* gained for: "I thought about the book when I was forced to set it down and re-enter society."
* gained for: "There were no info dumps, poor writing, or copy edit mistakes that jerked me out of the story."
* gained for: "I was sad when the book ended. I wanted more!"
The novel failed to gain stars for this item:
NO STAR gained for: "That's it. I'm hooked on this author. I will automatically try anything she/he/they writes."
March 17, 2021
I feel like I waited so long for this book, but it was worth the wait! Lissa Kasey has really outdone herself with her world-building, and her characters grow and develop with each book. So much happened in this book, it was a little overwhelming at times. Some of my questions were answered, but now I have more questions! I can't wait to read book #4 and see what trouble Sep can get into this time.
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