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Hostile Kingdom: Vengeful Empire #3
Vengeful Lover
I vowed to never fall in love.
It caught me off guard. Now I have to ensure the queen of my jungle stays lost in the wild with me.
The reality is––my little hummingbird belongs to me, and I’ll never let her go.
Despite that belief, my worst fears come alive. I’m not the only sinner she’ll ever meet. They come in every guise.
Neither of us predicted the cartel war that lay ahead or the harrowing journey we would have to endure.
I lost everything—when they stole my heart for the last time.
I’ll do whatever it takes to find her. With limitless funds, endless resources and too many criminal connections. Nothing will stop me.
Except the odds aren’t stacked in my favor. She’s gone, and I’m one step closer to the grave.
The conclusion to this dark romance is ready for you. Continue reading the Jungle Oasis trilogy with the final book, Vengeful Lover.
Enjoy the final journey of el Fantasma & beija flor…
About Vengeful Lover:
Concludes this epic love story with a HEA
T/W's are included in the author's note at the beginning
MF (No sharing)
Damaged Hero
OTT Hero (Over the top)
It caught me off guard. Now I have to ensure the queen of my jungle stays lost in the wild with me.
The reality is––my little hummingbird belongs to me, and I’ll never let her go.
Despite that belief, my worst fears come alive. I’m not the only sinner she’ll ever meet. They come in every guise.
Neither of us predicted the cartel war that lay ahead or the harrowing journey we would have to endure.
I lost everything—when they stole my heart for the last time.
I’ll do whatever it takes to find her. With limitless funds, endless resources and too many criminal connections. Nothing will stop me.
Except the odds aren’t stacked in my favor. She’s gone, and I’m one step closer to the grave.
The conclusion to this dark romance is ready for you. Continue reading the Jungle Oasis trilogy with the final book, Vengeful Lover.
Enjoy the final journey of el Fantasma & beija flor…
About Vengeful Lover:
Concludes this epic love story with a HEA
T/W's are included in the author's note at the beginning
MF (No sharing)
Damaged Hero
OTT Hero (Over the top)
- GenresDark Romance
330 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 16, 2021
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Autumn Archer
44 books605 followersAutumn is a USA Today bestselling Author from Northern Ireland who romances the darkness.
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Welcome to her deliciously dark books, a place where you can escape into a thrilling and gritty world of romance and suspense. Whether it's a mafia family saga, an organized crime romance, a captivating steamy suspense, or a complex anti-hero, she's passionate about creating stories that leave readers hungry for more.
Every story is crafted with raw emotion, compelling characters, and a heart-pounding plot. Her goal is to deliver page-turning stories that scorch your fingertips. So dive in and explore the depths of the darkness.
Reach out to her:
• Facebook: http://tiny.cc/AutumnArcherFacebook
• Instagram: http://tiny.cc/AutumnArcherInstagram
• Bookbub: http://tiny.cc/AutumnArcherBookBub
• Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Lg7aNP
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• Website: https://www.autumnarcher.com/
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November 28, 2021
Dante has set on revenge from the beginning but will he change because of Iris? Its chaos all around but Iris is like a light in a dark tunnel for Dante. Iris is unsure of what she wants but when he sets her free Iris tries to show him how she loves him. Dante worries about all the danger around him coming to her. Will everything get settled? Can they be together with how they met?
This is another great installment in this series when I started it I couldn't put it down. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
I read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
This is another great installment in this series when I started it I couldn't put it down. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
I read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
November 16, 2021
Flame had my heart pounding and my pulse racing as Dante and Iris have us caught up in the suspense and angst of their conclusion. This book takes you on an emotional roller coaster like no other and has you totally consumed within the pages. As revenge still plays a large part in Dante's plans, he will show just how far he will go to keep Iris. Iris shows us her strength and at times her vulnerability, however at times she was a little frustrating with her will I stay or will I go indecisiveness. There are so many twists and turns that you will be hanging onto the edge of your seat. Dante and Iris have had a rocky road to their beautiful ending but every bit of angst, suspense and drama is worth the connection and chemistry that these two radiated. This trilogy draws you in from the very first book and has you holding on for one epic ride of unexpected love.
July 30, 2022
I so loved this trilogy! My only criticism is that Iris never got her reunion with her family! Truly a beautiful story!
There were some twists in this book where some lines got blurred between a killer and retribution and a hero and el Fantasma. There was a lot of suspense in this book. I felt my heart pounding like crazy a few times. I love how it ended and can’t wait read what happened on Carinas ‘adventure’.
The evolution of the characters is quite realistic, believable and satisfying to observe: we can witness Dante’s gradual acceptance of his worthiness of Iris’ love as well as his realization that, despite the shadows of the past and the pain he suffered, there was still light. There was still time for redemption.
Dante and iris will forever have a place in my heart. Brilliantly written. Great to read from both points of view, it was an insight to their personalities apart and together. Love it. Thanks author. I was a bit late to the jungle party but now I’m a squatter.
➜ smut - 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5/5
📍No cheating
There were some twists in this book where some lines got blurred between a killer and retribution and a hero and el Fantasma. There was a lot of suspense in this book. I felt my heart pounding like crazy a few times. I love how it ended and can’t wait read what happened on Carinas ‘adventure’.
The evolution of the characters is quite realistic, believable and satisfying to observe: we can witness Dante’s gradual acceptance of his worthiness of Iris’ love as well as his realization that, despite the shadows of the past and the pain he suffered, there was still light. There was still time for redemption.
Dante and iris will forever have a place in my heart. Brilliantly written. Great to read from both points of view, it was an insight to their personalities apart and together. Love it. Thanks author. I was a bit late to the jungle party but now I’m a squatter.
➜ smut - 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5/5
📍No cheating
November 22, 2021
The final instalment of Dante and Ivy’s amazing story and my goodness what a journey it is!
Full of twists, turns, declarations and revenge. This is an absolute rollercoaster of a read! I have always had a real soft spot for Dante throughout these books….and I loved Ivy’s feistiness…..So to get to the HEA that I felt they both deserved was just perfect…..how they get there is another thing entirely!!!
Buckle up as you are in for a treat!!
Full of twists, turns, declarations and revenge. This is an absolute rollercoaster of a read! I have always had a real soft spot for Dante throughout these books….and I loved Ivy’s feistiness…..So to get to the HEA that I felt they both deserved was just perfect…..how they get there is another thing entirely!!!
Buckle up as you are in for a treat!!
November 16, 2021
Received as an ARC and leaving my honest review. The last book is finally here and although I was worried I wouldn't be able to connect after the break from book 2, I was sucked back into the humid heat and aura of the tropical rainforest the minute I started, as if I never left.
The roller coaster emotion and "relationship" that is between Dante and Iris hangs in the balance and tensions are at an all time high and just when you think things are finally going to work out for the 2, a curveball happens!
Dante proves himself to be El Fantasma as he eliminates everything in his path to get to his Beija Flor and Iris shows herself to be his equal in courage and wits. As crazy as their beginning was, they really are perfect for each other, both growing to trust, love, heal and grow together and stronger. The ending was just a perfect culmination of proving a new beginning (life & love) can be found even in an imperfect world. Creating their own oasis!
I don't want to give too much away as you need to journey with Dante and Iris, the dark and the light and the in-between to really experience and appreciate their story and their love!
The roller coaster emotion and "relationship" that is between Dante and Iris hangs in the balance and tensions are at an all time high and just when you think things are finally going to work out for the 2, a curveball happens!
Dante proves himself to be El Fantasma as he eliminates everything in his path to get to his Beija Flor and Iris shows herself to be his equal in courage and wits. As crazy as their beginning was, they really are perfect for each other, both growing to trust, love, heal and grow together and stronger. The ending was just a perfect culmination of proving a new beginning (life & love) can be found even in an imperfect world. Creating their own oasis!
I don't want to give too much away as you need to journey with Dante and Iris, the dark and the light and the in-between to really experience and appreciate their story and their love!
November 14, 2021
This final book was well worth the wait.
Dante and Iris have been through so much already... and everything comes to a head in this one.
We are taken on a total ride... misunderstandings, proclamations of love, need for retribution, and then the exciting and amazing end.
A definite must read!
I was given an ARC but voluntarily chose to review
Dante and Iris have been through so much already... and everything comes to a head in this one.
We are taken on a total ride... misunderstandings, proclamations of love, need for retribution, and then the exciting and amazing end.
A definite must read!
I was given an ARC but voluntarily chose to review
July 18, 2022
4 stars
Great conclusion to this story. It tied up all the loose pieces and made this an enjoyable trilogy. My only real issue with the story came from the ending. It was too neatly finished, from the conversation with Sal about Carina, Dante's reaction to certain news( which was cliche), and the "deed of sale". I was wanting to see more of the future and see how Iris interacted with her family and how the Oasis changed in the future.
Still, this was a solid book.
Great conclusion to this story. It tied up all the loose pieces and made this an enjoyable trilogy. My only real issue with the story came from the ending. It was too neatly finished, from the conversation with Sal about Carina, Dante's reaction to certain news( which was cliche), and the "deed of sale". I was wanting to see more of the future and see how Iris interacted with her family and how the Oasis changed in the future.
Still, this was a solid book.
October 24, 2024
The Jungle Oasis trilogy, Autumn Archer
Rating: 3.5
Spice: 3.25
Tropes: billionaire recluse x ecologist / age gap-ish (23 / 30) / revenge plot / Colombian cartel / dark romance / she's his captive / Amazon rainforest setting / romantic suspense / non-com & dub-con / she's Scottish & he's Brazilian / insta-lust
For those who read my reviews here, I swear that I'm not a professional hater. I'm a very positive person, but I am a picky bitch with standards (for all things). Unfortunately, this simply wasn't up to them. Most of my criticisms are subjective, but many are also objective. I'm really disappointed too, because this story had SO MUCH potential but lacked the requisite editing/development/beta feedback to help it reach that point.
FYI, my rating/review is for the entire trilogy and not just the third book.
The story started off SO SO GOOD! It follows a billionaire recluse - Dante Valez - more commonly known as el Fantasma (the Ghost). He's been hiding out in his manufactured oasis in Rio's Amazon Rainforest and conducts his business from there. We don't know much about him initially other than the fact he's plotting his elaborate revenge for those who wronged him and his sister years ago, and left him scarred and disfigured. Meanwhile, we have Iris Kitson - a Scottish, fiery little redhead - who's an ecologist needing to survive, and inadvertently finds refuge in Dante's oasis. As to not derail his revenge plans, Dante holds her captive as his prisoner/employee, but the attraction proves too much.
How great does that sound?! I thought so, too. The premise is excellent. The setting, too. It started off very strong and I was incredibly captivated. However, once I reached 40% of book one, the story started to fizzle out for me. I wasn't interested again, at all, until 56% of book 3 (which is over 700 pages later).
Firstly, it's incredibly repetitive and unnecessarily long. This had no business being a trilogy, let alone a duet. If you trim the fat, remove the repetition, and actually focus on the primary story, you've removed at least 500 pages (AT LEAST) and you're left with what could have been an excellent standalone.
Also, because it's not a standalone and the author is effectively asking us - the reader - to indulge in a story about a singular couple across three books (that's almost 1000 pages), I tend to expect more (as it's an investment). Unfortunately, it lacked in every respect for me.
The story itself is solid but completely lacks direction. It's predominantly driven by what happened to Dante, but so much of it makes no sense to me. []
The writing style, too, wasn't for me. It's entirely subjective, but it felt a little unusual and very wordy. There's a lot of description in a rather metaphoric way. It's distracting given the lack of progression to the story, and the end result was a lot of writing, but effectively nothing actually being said. A lot of pretty sentences with no added value. You're questioning whether you missed something throughout (you didn't). Also, by the end of book 2, I had no answers about his past, and by the end of book 3, there were still so many unanswered questions about multiple elements of the story.
Secondly, the characters themselves weren't fleshed out enough for me.
I understand that Dante was meant to be an antihero (a good-bad guy/a bad-good guy). HOWEVER, as either one - good or bad - he didn't quite follow through for me. He seemed so unsure of himself. He obviously wasn't a good guy (even before the events that made him el Fantasma), but his personality felt confused and he wasn't a character I really rooted for (as a bad guy either). Also, the fact he was from Brazil wasn't utilised at all. There was so much room to build on that aspect, but other than him calling her 'beija flor' (hummingbird), he didn't speak Portuguese at all (not even to swear!), and his background wasn't really explored. It seemed like such a missed opportunity (the same goes for his botany skills!).
While I loved Iris' backbone, the girl was totally delusional. It's a personal preference, but I simply don't like smart-dumb girls. It's inconsistent and frustrating. If you're telling us this girl is extremely bright, surely she's not going to make these ridiculously stupid decisions? It's one of my biggest pet peeves.
Given the route the author took in book 3 (which I personally thought should have driven the story much earlier), it felt like a little like the Temu version of Monsters in the Dark trilogy by Pepper Winters. However, it lacked the quality of writing and level of development and growth.
As a positive, I thought that the love story between Dante and Iris developed quite nicely, but I simply wasn't interested in them as characters. As noted above, they didn't have enough depth nor nearly enough complexity for the characters they were portraying. As a result - despite the growing love - I had zero interest in it. I was far more invested in the plotline surrounding the mystery, and, unfortunately, that dragged and the reveals were drip fed to us at a frustrating pace.
In any suspense, it's a delicate balance of revealing information at the right time to ensure the reader is intrigued rather than frustrated. Once you cross over into frustration territory, it's hard to come back from that. Unfortunately, I think the balance was off here. Finally, the spice itself - while hot - was unmemorable for me. I also thought that she overused the nicknames during these scenes.
Overall, it felt very dramatic but nothing actually happened, and when something does happen, it almost doesn't feel dramatic enough. By the end, I was completely exhausted and despite writing my review shortly after I concluded book 3, I really remember very little from it all.
If you vibe with the author's writing style and you're patient, I think you could really enjoy it! But it's not one I personally love nor really recommend, and it was entirely unmemorable for me.
Rating: 3.5
Spice: 3.25
Tropes: billionaire recluse x ecologist / age gap-ish (23 / 30) / revenge plot / Colombian cartel / dark romance / she's his captive / Amazon rainforest setting / romantic suspense / non-com & dub-con / she's Scottish & he's Brazilian / insta-lust
For those who read my reviews here, I swear that I'm not a professional hater. I'm a very positive person, but I am a picky bitch with standards (for all things). Unfortunately, this simply wasn't up to them. Most of my criticisms are subjective, but many are also objective. I'm really disappointed too, because this story had SO MUCH potential but lacked the requisite editing/development/beta feedback to help it reach that point.
FYI, my rating/review is for the entire trilogy and not just the third book.
The story started off SO SO GOOD! It follows a billionaire recluse - Dante Valez - more commonly known as el Fantasma (the Ghost). He's been hiding out in his manufactured oasis in Rio's Amazon Rainforest and conducts his business from there. We don't know much about him initially other than the fact he's plotting his elaborate revenge for those who wronged him and his sister years ago, and left him scarred and disfigured. Meanwhile, we have Iris Kitson - a Scottish, fiery little redhead - who's an ecologist needing to survive, and inadvertently finds refuge in Dante's oasis. As to not derail his revenge plans, Dante holds her captive as his prisoner/employee, but the attraction proves too much.
How great does that sound?! I thought so, too. The premise is excellent. The setting, too. It started off very strong and I was incredibly captivated. However, once I reached 40% of book one, the story started to fizzle out for me. I wasn't interested again, at all, until 56% of book 3 (which is over 700 pages later).
Firstly, it's incredibly repetitive and unnecessarily long. This had no business being a trilogy, let alone a duet. If you trim the fat, remove the repetition, and actually focus on the primary story, you've removed at least 500 pages (AT LEAST) and you're left with what could have been an excellent standalone.
Also, because it's not a standalone and the author is effectively asking us - the reader - to indulge in a story about a singular couple across three books (that's almost 1000 pages), I tend to expect more (as it's an investment). Unfortunately, it lacked in every respect for me.
The story itself is solid but completely lacks direction. It's predominantly driven by what happened to Dante, but so much of it makes no sense to me. []
The writing style, too, wasn't for me. It's entirely subjective, but it felt a little unusual and very wordy. There's a lot of description in a rather metaphoric way. It's distracting given the lack of progression to the story, and the end result was a lot of writing, but effectively nothing actually being said. A lot of pretty sentences with no added value. You're questioning whether you missed something throughout (you didn't). Also, by the end of book 2, I had no answers about his past, and by the end of book 3, there were still so many unanswered questions about multiple elements of the story.
Secondly, the characters themselves weren't fleshed out enough for me.
I understand that Dante was meant to be an antihero (a good-bad guy/a bad-good guy). HOWEVER, as either one - good or bad - he didn't quite follow through for me. He seemed so unsure of himself. He obviously wasn't a good guy (even before the events that made him el Fantasma), but his personality felt confused and he wasn't a character I really rooted for (as a bad guy either). Also, the fact he was from Brazil wasn't utilised at all. There was so much room to build on that aspect, but other than him calling her 'beija flor' (hummingbird), he didn't speak Portuguese at all (not even to swear!), and his background wasn't really explored. It seemed like such a missed opportunity (the same goes for his botany skills!).
While I loved Iris' backbone, the girl was totally delusional. It's a personal preference, but I simply don't like smart-dumb girls. It's inconsistent and frustrating. If you're telling us this girl is extremely bright, surely she's not going to make these ridiculously stupid decisions? It's one of my biggest pet peeves.
Given the route the author took in book 3 (which I personally thought should have driven the story much earlier), it felt like a little like the Temu version of Monsters in the Dark trilogy by Pepper Winters. However, it lacked the quality of writing and level of development and growth.
As a positive, I thought that the love story between Dante and Iris developed quite nicely, but I simply wasn't interested in them as characters. As noted above, they didn't have enough depth nor nearly enough complexity for the characters they were portraying. As a result - despite the growing love - I had zero interest in it. I was far more invested in the plotline surrounding the mystery, and, unfortunately, that dragged and the reveals were drip fed to us at a frustrating pace.
In any suspense, it's a delicate balance of revealing information at the right time to ensure the reader is intrigued rather than frustrated. Once you cross over into frustration territory, it's hard to come back from that. Unfortunately, I think the balance was off here. Finally, the spice itself - while hot - was unmemorable for me. I also thought that she overused the nicknames during these scenes.
Overall, it felt very dramatic but nothing actually happened, and when something does happen, it almost doesn't feel dramatic enough. By the end, I was completely exhausted and despite writing my review shortly after I concluded book 3, I really remember very little from it all.
If you vibe with the author's writing style and you're patient, I think you could really enjoy it! But it's not one I personally love nor really recommend, and it was entirely unmemorable for me.
September 13, 2022
Dante is a dangerous man consumed by vengeance and has hid away in the Amazon jungle to escape his ties from the Brazilian drug cartel. He has built a new life as El Fantasma (The Ghost) and trusts very few people with his identity and his plans. He wasn’t always broken. Now his heart is protected by the armor he has built. His mission now is to destroy those who took everything from him and he’ll stop at nothing to make that happen.
Iris is a young and beautiful Scottish woman sent to study the ecology of the rainforest when she finds herself stranded and running for her life after a powerful storm destroys her camp. She unknowingly stumbles into El Fantasma’s secret oasis. Worse yet, she catches a glimpse of the real man behind the disguise. She is a threat to his kingdom and his plans. He can’t let her leave now.
Unnerving attraction plagues them both and obsession clouds hatred. If this were a one sided story it would be easy to hate Dante. But since we get both POVs I was rooting for him. He is a good man deep down but has justifiable trust issues and is capable of being very dangerous and cruel. Iris is the beauty he can’t seem to resist. The most intriguing thing that has come into his life. Can he let her go or will she ruin everything he has built?
Wow. It gets dark before the light in this third book! Intense from the start and then sweet retribution. Dante and Iris become a powerhouse. Iris had to endure horrible situations but she kept plotting and fighting. Her no hesitation to do what needs to be done without remorse was perfect. Dante will stop at nothing to save and protect Iris from his enemies. Dante also warmed my heart in the end as he was able to finally let go and be the best version of himself.
This trilogy concludes Dante and Iris’s story, but this world will continue in the Hostile Kingdom series as a spin off with one of the characters introduced in Jungle Oasis. I can’t wait for the first book to be released later this year.
🌺 Enemies to Lovers
🌺 Violence
🌺 Billionaire
🌺 Secret Identity
🌺 Drug Cartel
🌺 Human Trafficking
🌺 Forced Captivity
🌺 Grumpy Sunshine
🌺 Second Chance Romance
Iris is a young and beautiful Scottish woman sent to study the ecology of the rainforest when she finds herself stranded and running for her life after a powerful storm destroys her camp. She unknowingly stumbles into El Fantasma’s secret oasis. Worse yet, she catches a glimpse of the real man behind the disguise. She is a threat to his kingdom and his plans. He can’t let her leave now.
Unnerving attraction plagues them both and obsession clouds hatred. If this were a one sided story it would be easy to hate Dante. But since we get both POVs I was rooting for him. He is a good man deep down but has justifiable trust issues and is capable of being very dangerous and cruel. Iris is the beauty he can’t seem to resist. The most intriguing thing that has come into his life. Can he let her go or will she ruin everything he has built?
Wow. It gets dark before the light in this third book! Intense from the start and then sweet retribution. Dante and Iris become a powerhouse. Iris had to endure horrible situations but she kept plotting and fighting. Her no hesitation to do what needs to be done without remorse was perfect. Dante will stop at nothing to save and protect Iris from his enemies. Dante also warmed my heart in the end as he was able to finally let go and be the best version of himself.
This trilogy concludes Dante and Iris’s story, but this world will continue in the Hostile Kingdom series as a spin off with one of the characters introduced in Jungle Oasis. I can’t wait for the first book to be released later this year.
🌺 Enemies to Lovers
🌺 Violence
🌺 Billionaire
🌺 Secret Identity
🌺 Drug Cartel
🌺 Human Trafficking
🌺 Forced Captivity
🌺 Grumpy Sunshine
🌺 Second Chance Romance
November 14, 2021
In this final installment of Autumn's Jungle Oasis Flame, Dante is still on the road for revenge. It is the one thing that keeps him going, well until he met Iris. I fell in love with Dante and Iris' story in the first book and after reading Flame I love them even more. The emotions that ran through me were from fear and worry to happiness and love.
Dante and Iris share an unusual love but at the same time beautiful. Dante is still determined to seek his vengeance but he is willing to let Iris go. Can he truly let her go? Iris wants to be free and with her family but is the love she has for Dante stronger? When Iris changes her mind and decides to stay with Dante, she makes him a very happy man. He treats her like a queen and is deserving of it. When tragedy strikes, El Fantasma shows what he really is capable of. Nothing is stopping him or getting in his way to what he wants. Will Iris like this side of him or will this make her love him even more? How will Maria come into play? Will things change once she is found?
Flame is a darker read than the first two but it definitely is needed as you want to see El Fantasma in action. The whole series keeps your stomach in knots, your heart beating faster and a few tears rolling down your cheeks. I loved the character growth of both Iris and Dante. You see Dante is still the vengeful man he has become but now there is a warm and caring side to him, thanks to Iris. Iris starts off as an unsure woman that becomes strong and determined. Autumn gets your attention right from the start of the first book and keeps it right to the HEA ending.
Dante and Iris share an unusual love but at the same time beautiful. Dante is still determined to seek his vengeance but he is willing to let Iris go. Can he truly let her go? Iris wants to be free and with her family but is the love she has for Dante stronger? When Iris changes her mind and decides to stay with Dante, she makes him a very happy man. He treats her like a queen and is deserving of it. When tragedy strikes, El Fantasma shows what he really is capable of. Nothing is stopping him or getting in his way to what he wants. Will Iris like this side of him or will this make her love him even more? How will Maria come into play? Will things change once she is found?
Flame is a darker read than the first two but it definitely is needed as you want to see El Fantasma in action. The whole series keeps your stomach in knots, your heart beating faster and a few tears rolling down your cheeks. I loved the character growth of both Iris and Dante. You see Dante is still the vengeful man he has become but now there is a warm and caring side to him, thanks to Iris. Iris starts off as an unsure woman that becomes strong and determined. Autumn gets your attention right from the start of the first book and keeps it right to the HEA ending.
November 15, 2021
The final journey of el Fantasma (aka Dante) and beija flor (aka Iris) is here and once again we are thrown back into the humid jungle where tensions are running high and there is unlimited angst, suspense, action and some serious steam in the Oasis.
This book, actually this entire trilogy has taken me on a truly emotional rollercoaster ride where I have loved and devoured every word. The relationship between Dante and Iris has had its lows and some highs but in 'Flame' can these two finally get a HEA?
In Flame, Dante continues with his desire for revenge, but will his fight for revenge come at a cost? Will he lose his beija flor? The woman who has quickly become his shining light, his life source.
Dante shows us exactly what lengths he will go to to keep beija flor with him, and with Iris we so just how strong she can be.
Damn....
The journey for these two was wowsers. The beginning and middle was rocky with elements of beauty, but the ending was absolutely perfect for them. Both individually and as a couple Dante and Iris have evolved throughout this journey. They healed, learnt to forgive, learnt to trust and most importantly learnt to love each other.
Again I won't give-away the journey but all I can say is this really is a must ready story /trilogy. It is a beautifully written story of two lost souls. A man and a woman who found love in the most unexpected place.
A Highly Recommended Read.
This book, actually this entire trilogy has taken me on a truly emotional rollercoaster ride where I have loved and devoured every word. The relationship between Dante and Iris has had its lows and some highs but in 'Flame' can these two finally get a HEA?
In Flame, Dante continues with his desire for revenge, but will his fight for revenge come at a cost? Will he lose his beija flor? The woman who has quickly become his shining light, his life source.
Dante shows us exactly what lengths he will go to to keep beija flor with him, and with Iris we so just how strong she can be.
Damn....
The journey for these two was wowsers. The beginning and middle was rocky with elements of beauty, but the ending was absolutely perfect for them. Both individually and as a couple Dante and Iris have evolved throughout this journey. They healed, learnt to forgive, learnt to trust and most importantly learnt to love each other.
Again I won't give-away the journey but all I can say is this really is a must ready story /trilogy. It is a beautifully written story of two lost souls. A man and a woman who found love in the most unexpected place.
A Highly Recommended Read.
November 17, 2021
The End.
Oh my gosh, I don’t even know what to say…
What. A. Journey.
Iris and Dante have reached their final, idyllic destination but not without some major hiccups along the way. Talk about a bumpy ride…
The tension, the off-the-charts chemistry, the action… all the elements we’ve experienced in the previous books are present in this last one, tenfold.
The evolution of the characters is quite realistic, believable and satisfying to observe: we can witness Dante’s gradual acceptance of his worthiness of Iris’ love as well as his realization that, despite the shadows of the past and the pain he suffered, there was still light. There was still time for redemption.
As for Beija-Flor, there’s the recognition that being in the presence of El Fantasma and eventually falling in love with him, isn’t entirely improper or reprehensible. In fact, the process Iris goes through encompasses several stages, from anger, denial, fascination, attraction, off-the-charts chesmitry, avoidance, instigation, provocation, resignation, desire, lust, love, and finally, acceptance and appreciation.
Also, her accomplished growth is admirable, exciting and praise-worthy.
It’s clear the rise of strength, resiliency, resourcefulness and bravery.
To say that I’m happy with this story’s conclusion, it to put it mildly.
And now I want an oasis for myself… and a Dante too. 😍
As always, Autumn Archer has done it again, and I can’t wait to see what awaits us next.
November 16, 2021
Does it make me a little weird that I could feel the humidity and the heat in that jungle?!?! Aside from the fact that I do live in a tropical island where the weather rival the Oasis, the author made the intensity of the passion and angst between Iris and Dante as well as their alter egos, Beija Flor and El Fantasma that palpable. We've learned in the first two books that Iris doesn't go down without fighting. She can hold her own against Dante. She asks to leave; he asks her to stay. What comes next is the tumultuous relationship between the two. Alpha male meets alpha female. Two strong-willed individuals vying for top spot in the relationship both in and out of the bedroom. One living with scars of the past and a need for vengeance that seems to be tempered by the woman who is Iris. It seems they have nine lives. They suffer through more destruction and devastation that would fell even the mightiest warrior. But, without each other they are nothing. When they are together, they are home.
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
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November 22, 2021This was a fabulous read and an epic series. I loved Dante/El Fantasma and Iris/Beija Flor. They have both been to hell and back and finally they were able to have their HEA. The anticipation for this final book in this series was overwhelming and I was not disappointed at all. Ms Archer gave us a story with lots of drama but most importantly there was lots of genuine and heartfelt love between Dante and Iris. I have been absolutely consumed by this series and Ms Archer has delivered each and every time. Every word reaches deep into your soul and captivates you all the while you are taken on a massive roller coaster ride with lots of heart wrenching moments. Brilliantly written with lots of expressive and detailed scenes you will feel like you are a part of Oasis and the humid jungle atmosphere. I have enjoyed this journey with Dante and Iris and have fallen in love with them and was very sad to say goodbye. Highly recommend this series.
I received an arc copy from the author and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I received an arc copy from the author and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
November 2, 2021
You won’t believe the ride we go on to finish Dante’s road to vengeance, so just sit back, buckle up, and enjoy the ride. He and Iris go through so much this time around. He sets her free, she does what she wants and proves her love, he tries to give her the world on his way to storm the castle, and she ends up being the catalyst that brings Maria and so much more down. And in the end, are Dante and Iris enough, or are they meant for more in life?
There’s some twisted darkness to this book, but it fits perfectly with the rest of the series. Iris proves to be so much stronger than anticipated by anyone, while Dante won’t let even certain death keep him from proving just what he’s willing to endure and spend for love. This whole trilogy was just one “OMG” moment after another without ever feeling trite or OTT, and I loved every minute. I can only hope that we’re lucky enough to catch up with Carina and her grand adventure soon also.
There’s some twisted darkness to this book, but it fits perfectly with the rest of the series. Iris proves to be so much stronger than anticipated by anyone, while Dante won’t let even certain death keep him from proving just what he’s willing to endure and spend for love. This whole trilogy was just one “OMG” moment after another without ever feeling trite or OTT, and I loved every minute. I can only hope that we’re lucky enough to catch up with Carina and her grand adventure soon also.
November 16, 2021
The third and finally book in this series is finally here and it was a rollercoaster ride page by page.
Dante (El Fantasma) and Iris' relationship from the very beginning has been electric and consuming. A wild ride that has bring them pain, deception and love. Dante's thirst for vengeance has put their relationship on jeopardy more than once. But ultimately their pull to each other is stronger than nothing else.
There are some very unexpected surprises in this book and the adrenaline is high. Iris and Dante have to face new challenges and fight for each other.
Amazing conclusion to this series and I definitely recommend reading.
November 21, 2021
Epic Conclusion
I've been waiting and the conclusion of El Fantasma and Beija Flor and it is finally here, it was well worth the wait. These two just pull at your heartstrings and you will cry. This was a nail biting, pulse pounding epic conclusion that had you on the edge of your seat. Iris and Dante have been through so much up until this point and finally when they both declare their love and El Fantasma retribution is finally in sight, things just explode and more trouble comes to their door step. Once again El Fantasma is there and he comes full force. Iris now realizes the man she loves is both Dante and El Fantasma, she needs and wants both sides of this man. Once the smoke clears Iris and Dante get their hard earned much anticipated happy ending. The Jungle Oasis Trilogy is definitely a must read. Bravo 👏 Autumn Archer well done
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.
I've been waiting and the conclusion of El Fantasma and Beija Flor and it is finally here, it was well worth the wait. These two just pull at your heartstrings and you will cry. This was a nail biting, pulse pounding epic conclusion that had you on the edge of your seat. Iris and Dante have been through so much up until this point and finally when they both declare their love and El Fantasma retribution is finally in sight, things just explode and more trouble comes to their door step. Once again El Fantasma is there and he comes full force. Iris now realizes the man she loves is both Dante and El Fantasma, she needs and wants both sides of this man. Once the smoke clears Iris and Dante get their hard earned much anticipated happy ending. The Jungle Oasis Trilogy is definitely a must read. Bravo 👏 Autumn Archer well done
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.
November 15, 2021
I received an ARC for an honest review.
There are obviously some sparks and chemistry to the point of explosions. Iris drives me nuts though. One minute she wants to leave then stay then go away then leave then go away. It is was driving me crazy. Dante was a little better. He wanted her to stay but he knew it was not safe or good for her to stay but couldn’t live with out her.
In the previous books there was violence a lot of vengeance. Dante had a plan had goals but they got blown to pieces and lit on fire. Sometimes the best laid plans just don’t work out and something throws a monkey wrench in things. There were some twists in this book where some lines got blurred between a killer and retribution and a hero and el Fantasma. There was a lot of suspense in this book. I felt my heart pounding like crazy a few times. I can’t wait to read about Carinas ‘adventure’.
There are obviously some sparks and chemistry to the point of explosions. Iris drives me nuts though. One minute she wants to leave then stay then go away then leave then go away. It is was driving me crazy. Dante was a little better. He wanted her to stay but he knew it was not safe or good for her to stay but couldn’t live with out her.
In the previous books there was violence a lot of vengeance. Dante had a plan had goals but they got blown to pieces and lit on fire. Sometimes the best laid plans just don’t work out and something throws a monkey wrench in things. There were some twists in this book where some lines got blurred between a killer and retribution and a hero and el Fantasma. There was a lot of suspense in this book. I felt my heart pounding like crazy a few times. I can’t wait to read about Carinas ‘adventure’.
November 16, 2021
Phenomenal Conclusion!
This was an absolutely outstanding conclusion to this phenomenal series. It sucked me right back into the story and I never wanted it to end. It was dark, intense, thrilling, entertaining, dangerous and emotional. It kept me gripping my kindle tightly not knowing how it would all conclude. The story continued to play with my emotions, pulled on my heartstrings and had my palms sweating right to the very end.
Iris and Dante have this unique and beautiful relationship. Their journey to be together takes us on one hell of a rollercoaster ride with all kinds of twists and turns throughout.
Brilliantly written series with outstanding imagery, phenomenal characters and a plotline that keeps you captivated and highly entertained.
Highly recommend this whole series. A must read!
This was an absolutely outstanding conclusion to this phenomenal series. It sucked me right back into the story and I never wanted it to end. It was dark, intense, thrilling, entertaining, dangerous and emotional. It kept me gripping my kindle tightly not knowing how it would all conclude. The story continued to play with my emotions, pulled on my heartstrings and had my palms sweating right to the very end.
Iris and Dante have this unique and beautiful relationship. Their journey to be together takes us on one hell of a rollercoaster ride with all kinds of twists and turns throughout.
Brilliantly written series with outstanding imagery, phenomenal characters and a plotline that keeps you captivated and highly entertained.
Highly recommend this whole series. A must read!
November 17, 2021
Iris and Dante's story continues in this third and final installment of the Jungle Oasis series. I was drawn in from the very beginning with the first book and have been hooked throughout. This installment had me on the edge of my seat, caught up in the suspense and emotions of their unexpected love and beautiful conclusion. The twists and turns will definitely have you turning the pages anxious to see what happens next. Your heart will be pounding and adrenaline racing as the suspense, action , and drama heat up in this thrilling conclusion. With the rocky and dark journey they had, the ending was just perfect. You won't want to miss a single moment of this emotional roller coaster ride.
I received a complimentary advanced reader's copy from the author and am voluntarily leaving my review.
I received a complimentary advanced reader's copy from the author and am voluntarily leaving my review.
November 17, 2021
Loved this conclusion to the Jungle series!! Flame starts right where Fall left off. The twists and turns in this story blew me away! Every time I thought I knew what would happen, here's another bomb and they just kept coming!
Dante Valez or El Fantasma is still the same dark, tortured man. He has major issues but we start to see that maybe Bejia Flor is good for him. He's still a jerk face (especially in the beginning) but he's her jerk face.
Iris Kitson or Bejia Flor is still the fiesty Scottish woman she's always been. We see her grow into a fierce woman when nothing seems like it's going her way. The growth in her was absolutely phenomenal!
I cannot say enough about this series! Each book I could not put down. I'm sad to see it go but I truly hope that the secondary characters (Sal, Jackson) make their way into another book or books. 🖤
Dante Valez or El Fantasma is still the same dark, tortured man. He has major issues but we start to see that maybe Bejia Flor is good for him. He's still a jerk face (especially in the beginning) but he's her jerk face.
Iris Kitson or Bejia Flor is still the fiesty Scottish woman she's always been. We see her grow into a fierce woman when nothing seems like it's going her way. The growth in her was absolutely phenomenal!
I cannot say enough about this series! Each book I could not put down. I'm sad to see it go but I truly hope that the secondary characters (Sal, Jackson) make their way into another book or books. 🖤
November 10, 2021
I’ve been waiting on pins and needles for this conclusion and all I can say is that I wasn’t ready. El Fantasma pops out when I least expect him too, all broody, alpha, and obsessive. So much happens in this book: misunderstanding, proclamations of love, and the unthinkable. The Oasis was supposed to be impenetrable, secure…until it wasn’t.
I love how Dante fought for Iris, over and over finally realizing that she had to know she wasn’t a prisoner anymore, giving her choices and not demands. Iris remains stubborn, loving Dante but also wanting to be on more equal footing. The mind games, the threats, the pretty prison becoming too much to stay for.
I loved their HEA, and the conclusion to this series was perfect.
I love how Dante fought for Iris, over and over finally realizing that she had to know she wasn’t a prisoner anymore, giving her choices and not demands. Iris remains stubborn, loving Dante but also wanting to be on more equal footing. The mind games, the threats, the pretty prison becoming too much to stay for.
I loved their HEA, and the conclusion to this series was perfect.
March 1, 2022
Once again, I am blown away by all things Archer. She absolutely shook up my world multiple times throughout this book and most definitely with this series. It has been some time since I endured such heartbreak at the hands of an author like this. I knew things had to work out in the end, but I wasn’t seeing any viable way at the time. But I had faith Dante and Iris would find their happily ever after.
This series held captive all my feels. It was a complete mind twist from book one and all the way through the trilogy. My heart and my mind may need a simple, sweet story next to come down from the high and the heartache this one gave me.
Beautiful, test of time romance, amazing well penned story, and an author who is now on my “must read it all” list. 5 Stars!
This series held captive all my feels. It was a complete mind twist from book one and all the way through the trilogy. My heart and my mind may need a simple, sweet story next to come down from the high and the heartache this one gave me.
Beautiful, test of time romance, amazing well penned story, and an author who is now on my “must read it all” list. 5 Stars!
May 6, 2025
Pure nosedive
This is why I hate trilogies. Most authors cannot keep momentum after a great book 1.. honestly there really didn't need to be a 3rd book.
Book 3 just continued the ridiculousness of book 2.
Girlfriend fmc was On the coptor going HOME, where her family & baby sister are STILL under the belief FMC is DEAD.
And she has the helicopter turn back for the idiot MMC.
Nothing but back & forth so much it gave me motion sickness. Then it was constant humping more than once in the same chapter. Did ANYONE think to ask the billionaire to idk send a freaking rubber? Courrier? A letter? Text? Email? Saying "Hey btw your daughter is still alive?" Nothing! But let's boink boink boink till the obvious for seen kidnapping of the FMC.
Sigh
This is why I hate trilogies. Most authors cannot keep momentum after a great book 1.. honestly there really didn't need to be a 3rd book.
Book 3 just continued the ridiculousness of book 2.
Girlfriend fmc was On the coptor going HOME, where her family & baby sister are STILL under the belief FMC is DEAD.
And she has the helicopter turn back for the idiot MMC.
Nothing but back & forth so much it gave me motion sickness. Then it was constant humping more than once in the same chapter. Did ANYONE think to ask the billionaire to idk send a freaking rubber? Courrier? A letter? Text? Email? Saying "Hey btw your daughter is still alive?" Nothing! But let's boink boink boink till the obvious for seen kidnapping of the FMC.
Sigh
November 4, 2021
Wow! Brilliant ending. So good!! I loved that ending.
Iris and Dante go through hell to come up on top.
Dante really surprised me but it was so good to see him changing through out the books. He didn't let his goals go, but he did soften up in many ways. Iris learnt how to defend herself.
This was a brilliant series. I really loved everything about it. Very well written with amazing characters that were real and believable and the drama just kept coming.
I also enjoyed Autumn Archer's writing style, its poetic and just easy to get involved with the story. Totally brilliant series!!
This was an ARC and this is my honest review.
Iris and Dante go through hell to come up on top.
Dante really surprised me but it was so good to see him changing through out the books. He didn't let his goals go, but he did soften up in many ways. Iris learnt how to defend herself.
This was a brilliant series. I really loved everything about it. Very well written with amazing characters that were real and believable and the drama just kept coming.
I also enjoyed Autumn Archer's writing style, its poetic and just easy to get involved with the story. Totally brilliant series!!
This was an ARC and this is my honest review.
November 17, 2021
This book was everything. The twists and the suspense was gripping. Beija Flor AKA Iris and El Fantasma AKA Dante have an epic love story. The details in this book bring it to life and the characters were amazing. There are some sad parts that leave your heart hurting but there are sweet parts that make your heart melt. I hope we get to see more of these guys in the future and see what they are doing. I also hope we get to see Carina in the future ad well. These books will leave you with a book hangover and never wanting them to end. Autumn Archer has written an amazing world with great characters and awesome details. I highly suggest reading this book but after you read the first 2.
September 6, 2022
Book 3 picks up right where book 2 left off.
With one enemy eliminated, Dante still has one name to check off his list of revenge. But when his perfect little oasis is attacked and his hummingbird is kidnapped he’ll stop at nothing to get her back.
Book 3 was a good ending to the trilogy, however I would’ve liked to have gotten more with Dante and Iris. A look a few months or a year later. I was so excited to see Iris’s surprise news at the end! I had a feeling it was coming since book 2, and was happy, and wished we got a little more with that. I’m very curious to see what happened to Carina, that news about her makes me very curious.
November 3, 2021
I’ve got to say , I am completely obsessed with Dante, & Iris , & their story .
This brilliantly written story takes you on a dark , emotional journey .
Vengeance changes a person , but so can love .
Dante’s darkness seems to have no end , but Iris shines bright , & she shines brightest for Dante.
I thought I hated the the evil character of Miguel , but it has nothing on how much I hated Maria Souza .
Autumn Archer has a way of writing characters that can bring out such strong emotions from me .
Do not miss out on this series , it absolutely blew me away
This brilliantly written story takes you on a dark , emotional journey .
Vengeance changes a person , but so can love .
Dante’s darkness seems to have no end , but Iris shines bright , & she shines brightest for Dante.
I thought I hated the the evil character of Miguel , but it has nothing on how much I hated Maria Souza .
Autumn Archer has a way of writing characters that can bring out such strong emotions from me .
Do not miss out on this series , it absolutely blew me away
November 6, 2021
WOW, just WOW! Dante and Iris have gone through hell to get where they are now. Quite a few surprises in this last part of the trilogy. Emotional read, I was gripping the pages, and I have a kindle! Edge of your seat read, very intense. You don't miss what you have until its too late, and you also realize how good you had it now that you are in a different place. Love is shown in different ways, and it's beautiful when you are on the receiving end. An exception read.
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
November 8, 2021
Iris and Dante’s conclusion!
Iris and Dante’s story continues from “Fall”. They are in their jungle oasis talking full advantage of the seclusion and enjoying each other’s company. But there is still unrest as Dante wants revenge on his sister’s murderers and doesn’t know if Iris will be able to forgive the dangerous man he is. I did find the first part of the book repetitive and I found myself skimming the pages. But all of a sudden the action starts and hold on for the wild ride. It’s a great ending!
I received an early copy courtesy of the author in exchange for a honest review.
Iris and Dante’s story continues from “Fall”. They are in their jungle oasis talking full advantage of the seclusion and enjoying each other’s company. But there is still unrest as Dante wants revenge on his sister’s murderers and doesn’t know if Iris will be able to forgive the dangerous man he is. I did find the first part of the book repetitive and I found myself skimming the pages. But all of a sudden the action starts and hold on for the wild ride. It’s a great ending!
I received an early copy courtesy of the author in exchange for a honest review.
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