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For Princess Veracity, it was love at first sight. Unfortunately, Dark has never given her any indication that he returns her affection. Even more unfortunately, she's betrothed to marry a man she's quickly growing to hate. She doesn't want to disappoint her parents, but there's a reason she's known to be the rebellious daughter. If she gets her way, her wedding day will feature an entirely different groom.

They call him a monster, an abomination. When he smiles, people run. Dark has wanted Veracity since the moment he laid eyes on her, but there are too many reasons why they can't be together. She deserves better. Because the rumors are true. He is a monster. And he's only growing stronger.

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Published July 14, 2021

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5,476 reviews177 followers
August 13, 2021
Veracity has long for Dark for years to no avail. Instead of being with him, she is betrothed to someone more interested in plants than he is with her – and she’s not that bothered either.

This is the third book in the Princesses series but you can read it as a standalone as I have. The couples from the first two books are mentioned but not in a way that makes you feel like you are missing out. More like you now want to read those too!

Dark was a brilliant character, tortured, hard shell, the whole works. Veracity is the one to break down his walls. I was a bit confused, to begin with, because there wasn’t any mention of them knowing about the other one liking them, but then Dark is ‘summoned’ and it’s full steam ahead. Veracity is impetuous and impulsive yet tries to convince everyone she has matured. This leads to out of control situations.

Dark was a great read that whisked me away to planets unknown, full of amazing characters, and plenty of steam. Thayer King is a new-to-me author but one I will be looking at more closely from now on. Absolutely recommended by me.
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286 reviews19 followers
July 23, 2021
I like this series

I like this book. I do like the first two couples more though. I loved Dark but Veracity throwing herself at him even though he hadn't expressed interest was cringe. I am also tired of the homely black girl trope. She's always supposedly too dark, big, or tall while everyone else around her is drop dead gorgeous. The hero is beautiful, the women he's been with are beautiful & the woman that rejected him is also beautiful but the heroine is the elephant man. It's a repeated theme & it's tired.
251 reviews
August 19, 2021
Great book!

I could not put this book down! It's a good thing I was off today! LOL! The love between Dark and Veracity was truly inspiring! I cried for Dark at the loss of his family, but also rejoiced in his newfound family! I was surprised when I came upon this book, having read both Gaidrean and Chaldor's stories years ago, and I was not disappointed in the least! My only disappointment came when the story ended! Ms. King, please keep these books coming, you are a wonderful writer!
702 reviews2 followers
July 17, 2021
Long Awaited Sequel

I adored Whimsy and enjoyed Chaldor and eagerly anticipated this third installment. Ah, Dark. He was so mysteriously delicious in the first two novels. This one peels back the layers although a little too easily. Maybe if I reread the first two stories I would see more of the build up between he and Veracity? Nevertheless, her love conquers all determination won her man in a gutsy, satisfying way.
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363 reviews1 follower
August 9, 2021
Good book 📖

Like all the other books 📚 from author it was a great 👍 book 📖 to read 📚 😀. I enjoyed reading this book 📖. I'm glad Dark 😊 got his family and he finally gave into Veracity and she never gave up on him. Lila is wrong she didn't want him but but when he saved her she changed her mind. Glad Bolt did what he did 👏 🙌.
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October 18, 2021
Dark, Tall, & Sexy

Love bad boy characters who are misjudged and are actually kittens with the ones the love. I also love it when the female lead is there to protect the self loathing killing machine.
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52 reviews2 followers
August 1, 2021
Well worth the wait...

Let me preface this by saying, Thayer King is one of my favorite authors. Her writing style has a way of capturing her reader's attention and holding it from the first word to the last word. I read this series over the weekend to familiarize myself with Dark to understand his story, to see it come full circle in a way. My excitement at the moment prevents me from saying too much without dropping spoilers but if you're new to this writer, you will NOT be disappointed. If you've read the previous books in this series, you know that it has been a long awaited conclusion but well worth the wait.
156 reviews1 follower
August 5, 2021
Beautiful

All three books in this series are amazing to read. These stories are well written and the characters well developed.
8 reviews
May 10, 2022
I really enjoyed reading....

Raven and Veracity's story. It was a nice read. I would definitely recommend this one. Another good one from Ms. King
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26 reviews2 followers
July 5, 2022
Great way to end the book series

I truly enjoyed reading this book series. Definitely would recommend it to those looking towards unwinding after a long week!
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68 reviews16 followers
January 27, 2024
She’s Back!

Great book! Dark has been hotly anticipated since Whimsy was released. Sometimes authors miss the mark on their most anticipated book, but Thayer King hit the bullseye!!! I was worried because her last two book weren’t her best. This was surprising because she consistently puts out great books! King is my current favorite author and she puts out so many hits!!! I was afraid she would go the way of past favorite authors who lost their mojo (I.e., Kresley Cole, etc.). I’m happy she still got it!
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