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Ruled by Magic #3
Joined by Magic
Talia
I'm Prince Adante’s prized possession, his to punish, train and protect. And he’s lost everything except me.
Hiding in a strange country, he’s plotting revenge. But I get a taste of freedom, and an offer that seems too good to be true. When I discover a hidden underworld, the chance for a new life opens up, but there's a downside.
The prince isn't part of the deal.
Liv
I'm Leo's good girl. His beautiful toy. And I'm hopelessly in love with my former captor.
Fighting for a place in a society that doesn't want me, I walk a tightrope between obedience and a life of my own.
A reckless gamble leads me into danger and rips away the last shreds of my old life. I’m caught between two countries, and a target in both.
Who can I trust when every ally holds a knife behind their back?
I'm Prince Adante’s prized possession, his to punish, train and protect. And he’s lost everything except me.
Hiding in a strange country, he’s plotting revenge. But I get a taste of freedom, and an offer that seems too good to be true. When I discover a hidden underworld, the chance for a new life opens up, but there's a downside.
The prince isn't part of the deal.
Liv
I'm Leo's good girl. His beautiful toy. And I'm hopelessly in love with my former captor.
Fighting for a place in a society that doesn't want me, I walk a tightrope between obedience and a life of my own.
A reckless gamble leads me into danger and rips away the last shreds of my old life. I’m caught between two countries, and a target in both.
Who can I trust when every ally holds a knife behind their back?
336 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 24, 2022
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About the author
Zara J. Black
9 books251 followersZara began writing in her thirties after reading a series of “fade to black” fantasy books and wondering why the hell the author didn’t make them smuttier.
Challenge, accepted.
She loves creating magical fantasy worlds, turbulent relationships and dark, kinky heroes (who could be villains if you squint a bit.)
When she’s not thinking up ways to torment her characters, Zara lives on the beautiful Gold Coast, Australia with two kiddos and a husband who make her real life far more magical than her stories.
Challenge, accepted.
She loves creating magical fantasy worlds, turbulent relationships and dark, kinky heroes (who could be villains if you squint a bit.)
When she’s not thinking up ways to torment her characters, Zara lives on the beautiful Gold Coast, Australia with two kiddos and a husband who make her real life far more magical than her stories.
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October 22, 2022
This was such a great ending to the series. 😮💨 I’m sad it’s over.
So I started with Adante and Talia’s book Owned By Magic and immediately went to read Leo and Liv’s in Ruled by Magic. The first two books you can read in any order I believe, but you definitely need to read both before reading this one.
Right then, on to clear up any confusion before starting this series: these are dark romances that do not portray healthy or accurate depictions of relationships or BDSM (they don’t claim to either lol), but they are hot. And absolutely enjoyable. However, each relationship has an unbalanced power dynamic that doesn’t go away even nearing the end, so if this doesn’t sound like your thing, I’d recommend skipping them.
I really loved Talia in her book but the beginning of this one she was…well, holier than thou to those women she once was a part of. It was hard to read her POV at first, but it did get better as the story progressed. Talia really showed her strength the last 60i% and on. Adante was even more of an asshole and with that in mind, idk why I still felt his deeper connection to Talia. I definitely felt it at the end 😭.
I adored reading Liv’s POV. Loved Leo and her together omg. 🥵 Every scene with them got better and better (not just the sex, tho that definitely did too lol). They were both badasses.
The reconciliation between the princes did feel rushed, yet I was so ready for it after two and a half books of them being apart with wildly different information. The ending was a perfect wrap up to the plot. Epilogue? 🥺💛 Perfect. Honestly I LOVED that there was a seven year jump and we saw their lives finally settled.
So I started with Adante and Talia’s book Owned By Magic and immediately went to read Leo and Liv’s in Ruled by Magic. The first two books you can read in any order I believe, but you definitely need to read both before reading this one.
Right then, on to clear up any confusion before starting this series: these are dark romances that do not portray healthy or accurate depictions of relationships or BDSM (they don’t claim to either lol), but they are hot. And absolutely enjoyable. However, each relationship has an unbalanced power dynamic that doesn’t go away even nearing the end, so if this doesn’t sound like your thing, I’d recommend skipping them.
I really loved Talia in her book but the beginning of this one she was…well, holier than thou to those women she once was a part of. It was hard to read her POV at first, but it did get better as the story progressed. Talia really showed her strength the last 60i% and on. Adante was even more of an asshole and with that in mind, idk why I still felt his deeper connection to Talia. I definitely felt it at the end 😭.
I adored reading Liv’s POV. Loved Leo and her together omg. 🥵 Every scene with them got better and better (not just the sex, tho that definitely did too lol). They were both badasses.
The reconciliation between the princes did feel rushed, yet I was so ready for it after two and a half books of them being apart with wildly different information. The ending was a perfect wrap up to the plot. Epilogue? 🥺💛 Perfect. Honestly I LOVED that there was a seven year jump and we saw their lives finally settled.
October 7, 2022
Very satisfying! As a sworn believer in all things Leo, his character doesn’t disappoint. Adante grows bit a on me a bit. Can, and will, the brothers work together for a common cause? There is a lot that needs to be resolved and the heroines need to find their spines. A nice ending to a series that reminds me of steampunk with a healthy dose of smut!
October 31, 2022
Honestly, this was the PERFECT wrap up to the series. It had lots of twists, turns, SMUT and I love how they brought the character together. I think this was exactly what the series needed for a good cohesive ending. Would totally recommend.
November 4, 2022
I forgot how full on Adante was and at the beginning I disliked him a lot because there was more of Leo's contrasting love and affection to Liv. Still though, Adante is my favourite.
I felt so many things, mainly sadness from Talias side because she longed for freedom but loved Adante so much and she couldn't see how it would work.
Happy endings are the best type of endings
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I felt so many things, mainly sadness from Talias side because she longed for freedom but loved Adante so much and she couldn't see how it would work.
Happy endings are the best type of endings
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March 14, 2023
Talia怎么到最后还是被狗男人Adante圈住了。
狗男人在病床前守了几夜能算什么groveling
不满意啊不满意☹️
狗男人在病床前守了几夜能算什么groveling
不满意啊不满意☹️
June 30, 2025
This third and final book in Zara.J.Black’s Ruled by Magic series was a fun and satisfying way to wrap the series. This whole series is a bit of a weird one. A great blend of kinky BDSM erotica, slow burn enemies-to-lovers romance, and a bit of court intrigue and some action set in a fun fantasy world that mixes magic and technology. It also benefits from the fact that the writing is engaging and the story is shockingly compelling.
The dynamic for this third book was a little different. We got Ruled by Magic from Liv’s POV and Owned by Magic from Talia’s POV but both characters featured as duel POV characters for this tale. Which was interesting as the plot of this one had our couples Liv & Leo and Talia & Adante in conflict with each other as they battled for the throne of Attar. It made for a pretty intense and exciting read with more action and court intrigue than the previous two books.
The plot was a ton of fun with plenty of drama and excitement as Adante and Leo fought each other as well as other various opponents who got in their way.
I also really enjoyed the fact that while both our couples do share similarities (especially in their kinks) this tale also highlighted the contrasting elements of both relationships in a fun way. It was especially fun to see how Liv’s relationship with Leo prompted positive growth in Talia and Adante’s relationship and with them both in general.
This was a very fun and satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. It is a little more hardcore with the erotica elements than I’m used to but it still had a great romance core, fun characters, a compelling plot, and enough action, intrigue, and relationship melodrama to keep me completely hooked from start to finish. I blasted through the whole trilogy pretty quickly and still want more!
Rating: 5 stars. I’m weirdly harsh with romance book ratings for some reason but I’m just going to go ahead and give this the full 5 stars. It has a few small flaws but absolutely nothing that stopped me from really enjoying what it had to offer. Any book that keeps me this hooked deserves the full 5 stars.
Audio Note: No official audiobook production had me using the ElevenReader text-to-speech app again. The wretches went paid before I managed to finish this one so I actually had to stump up as much cash as I would had if I had bought an official audiobook from Audible. Which sucked! That said, ElevenReader is definitely the best text-to-speech software in the market. Not as good as professional narration but slick and at the quality that makes TTS a viable option when it never really was before. I used the “Cat” voice for this series. Very good. That said, I’ve enjoyed this series enough that if it ever pops up in official audiobooks format with professional narration I’ll buy it for sure.
The dynamic for this third book was a little different. We got Ruled by Magic from Liv’s POV and Owned by Magic from Talia’s POV but both characters featured as duel POV characters for this tale. Which was interesting as the plot of this one had our couples Liv & Leo and Talia & Adante in conflict with each other as they battled for the throne of Attar. It made for a pretty intense and exciting read with more action and court intrigue than the previous two books.
The plot was a ton of fun with plenty of drama and excitement as Adante and Leo fought each other as well as other various opponents who got in their way.
I also really enjoyed the fact that while both our couples do share similarities (especially in their kinks) this tale also highlighted the contrasting elements of both relationships in a fun way. It was especially fun to see how Liv’s relationship with Leo prompted positive growth in Talia and Adante’s relationship and with them both in general.
This was a very fun and satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. It is a little more hardcore with the erotica elements than I’m used to but it still had a great romance core, fun characters, a compelling plot, and enough action, intrigue, and relationship melodrama to keep me completely hooked from start to finish. I blasted through the whole trilogy pretty quickly and still want more!
Rating: 5 stars. I’m weirdly harsh with romance book ratings for some reason but I’m just going to go ahead and give this the full 5 stars. It has a few small flaws but absolutely nothing that stopped me from really enjoying what it had to offer. Any book that keeps me this hooked deserves the full 5 stars.
Audio Note: No official audiobook production had me using the ElevenReader text-to-speech app again. The wretches went paid before I managed to finish this one so I actually had to stump up as much cash as I would had if I had bought an official audiobook from Audible. Which sucked! That said, ElevenReader is definitely the best text-to-speech software in the market. Not as good as professional narration but slick and at the quality that makes TTS a viable option when it never really was before. I used the “Cat” voice for this series. Very good. That said, I’ve enjoyed this series enough that if it ever pops up in official audiobooks format with professional narration I’ll buy it for sure.
October 11, 2022
I was so lucky to be given to opportunity to read an ARC of this final book in the series and it was an enjoyable finale for this world and these characters.
I know he’s not as lovable as Leo but I am definitely #teamadante! He had so much more character growth to achieve in his storyline and I found him to be the more compelling MMC though he can be very cruel at times. And Talia, she’s everything, I am a huge fan. I love her mind and her strength.
Leo and Liv are definitely the more balanced and romantic couple, and I enjoyed their journey as well.
This book has a LOT of twists and turns, political intrigue, betrayal and redemption mixed into a magical fantasy setting. I think you should check out this whole series!
Content Warnings galore, especially non-con and dub-con and massive misogyny throughout. Check the CW if you’re not sure as it’s a dark fantasy.
I know he’s not as lovable as Leo but I am definitely #teamadante! He had so much more character growth to achieve in his storyline and I found him to be the more compelling MMC though he can be very cruel at times. And Talia, she’s everything, I am a huge fan. I love her mind and her strength.
Leo and Liv are definitely the more balanced and romantic couple, and I enjoyed their journey as well.
This book has a LOT of twists and turns, political intrigue, betrayal and redemption mixed into a magical fantasy setting. I think you should check out this whole series!
Content Warnings galore, especially non-con and dub-con and massive misogyny throughout. Check the CW if you’re not sure as it’s a dark fantasy.
October 11, 2022
This is the final book in a trilogy, and Zara delivers on the ending! The last bit of the book had twists I didn’t see coming, and she does not hold back! Punches are thrown, lines drawn!!
The book is told by Liv and Talia as they live their own lives based on previous books. I really love Talia’s journey into herself and her character’s arc, but Leo will always have my heart over Adante.
If you’re looking for a mage/non-mage world with debauchery, political views, betrayal, groveling, and some “aha” moments, read these books! *not a standalone*
Thanks for the read Zara!
The book is told by Liv and Talia as they live their own lives based on previous books. I really love Talia’s journey into herself and her character’s arc, but Leo will always have my heart over Adante.
If you’re looking for a mage/non-mage world with debauchery, political views, betrayal, groveling, and some “aha” moments, read these books! *not a standalone*
Thanks for the read Zara!
October 7, 2022
This was a work of art.
I loved it so much! Usually in books that feature more than one couple, I’m really impatient when reading my ‘less preferred’ couples chapters - I didn’t have that problem here at all! While I still have a preference (Team Adante for life), I also thoroughly enjoyed Liv’s chapters. The book has dual POV, with Talia and Liv’s POV’s.
I loved the contrast between the couples and how far along they were in their relationships - Adante and Talia had the most growth left to do, but they did it! I also really loved the ‘he pushed too far and realises it, so tries to make it up’. Super well done!
I loved it so much! Usually in books that feature more than one couple, I’m really impatient when reading my ‘less preferred’ couples chapters - I didn’t have that problem here at all! While I still have a preference (Team Adante for life), I also thoroughly enjoyed Liv’s chapters. The book has dual POV, with Talia and Liv’s POV’s.
I loved the contrast between the couples and how far along they were in their relationships - Adante and Talia had the most growth left to do, but they did it! I also really loved the ‘he pushed too far and realises it, so tries to make it up’. Super well done!
October 9, 2022
I have to admit, my expectations were set pretty low. And were blown away. I had a great time with this book and enjoyed it more then I expected. It was also a first time for me to read a book with two couples and it was quite interesting.
So it's a recommendation from me.
So it's a recommendation from me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 10, 2022
The character arcs grew throughout the book. I enjoyed the development of Leo and Liv and their relationship was so sweet with some good spice. It took me a while to come around to the Prince and Thalia, but I loved how she was a woman that knew what she wanted and refused to take no for an answer.
Overall, all ends were nicely tied up with a great finishing epilogue. I read this as a stand-alone without reading the first two books that explore both relationships, and I didn’t feel completely lost.
Overall, all ends were nicely tied up with a great finishing epilogue. I read this as a stand-alone without reading the first two books that explore both relationships, and I didn’t feel completely lost.
October 10, 2022
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
For brevity’s sake, I would recommend this book to lovers of dark fantasy with bully romance leanings. The relationships in this book are obviously fantasized and should not be considered an accurate representation of BDSM (specifically D/s) culture. There are no safe words in this book, and ZJB doesn’t pull her punches.
I’d give it 4.5 stars if I could. Here’s why:
I read the first two books in this series and loved the first one. The second followed a character that made me uncomfortable with his frequent aggressive outbursts, but because I enjoyed the second book’s FMC, I stuck with it and more than willingly dived into this third book.
Things I liked:
*Leo and Liv’s love story. These two are so sweet, it makes my teeth hurt.
*Talia’s and Adante’s character and relationship development. There are serious changes in both characters and in their relationship that occur throughout the book which made it very rewarding in the end.
*A well-rounded plot with fun twists that kept me engaged the entire time.
*Consistent and interesting minor characters that are easy to love.
*Excellent world-building and easy-to-follow descriptions that portray a unique setting where magic, tech, and cultures collide.
*ZJB’s ability to make two first person POVs feel and sound distinctive. Both female leads had their own individual strengths that shined throughout this book. This is a testament to the author’s rising talent, and I can’t wait to see where she goes next.
*The sex. Obviously.
Things where I found room for growth:
*A few minor threads (Reynauld and Pia) that could have been tightened up a bit more.
*Overuse of the word “The” to start sentences. Once I noticed it, I just couldn't stop seeing it.
Things I didn’t like:
*The first few Talia chapters were so viscerally off-putting that I almost put the book down right then. I was relieved when Liv’s chapters came up.
*Adante. Many readers adore him. I don’t. Though he tries hard to redeem himself in the end, I found him too petulant and abusive in those early chapters to balance the scales.
*Lack of safe words and communication in what’s clearly a D/s scenario. Leo and Liv were closer to a true D/s dynamic than Adante/Talia, and even they never discussed safe words or hard/soft limits.
Okay, I get it. It’s dark fantasy, not reality. But if this was someone’s introduction to BDSM, it would send the wrong message about a community that is already stigmatized enough.
Overall, it was an enjoyable story, and I was really on the fence about that 5th star.
For brevity’s sake, I would recommend this book to lovers of dark fantasy with bully romance leanings. The relationships in this book are obviously fantasized and should not be considered an accurate representation of BDSM (specifically D/s) culture. There are no safe words in this book, and ZJB doesn’t pull her punches.
I’d give it 4.5 stars if I could. Here’s why:
I read the first two books in this series and loved the first one. The second followed a character that made me uncomfortable with his frequent aggressive outbursts, but because I enjoyed the second book’s FMC, I stuck with it and more than willingly dived into this third book.
Things I liked:
*Leo and Liv’s love story. These two are so sweet, it makes my teeth hurt.
*Talia’s and Adante’s character and relationship development. There are serious changes in both characters and in their relationship that occur throughout the book which made it very rewarding in the end.
*A well-rounded plot with fun twists that kept me engaged the entire time.
*Consistent and interesting minor characters that are easy to love.
*Excellent world-building and easy-to-follow descriptions that portray a unique setting where magic, tech, and cultures collide.
*ZJB’s ability to make two first person POVs feel and sound distinctive. Both female leads had their own individual strengths that shined throughout this book. This is a testament to the author’s rising talent, and I can’t wait to see where she goes next.
*The sex. Obviously.
Things where I found room for growth:
*A few minor threads (Reynauld and Pia) that could have been tightened up a bit more.
*Overuse of the word “The” to start sentences. Once I noticed it, I just couldn't stop seeing it.
Things I didn’t like:
*The first few Talia chapters were so viscerally off-putting that I almost put the book down right then. I was relieved when Liv’s chapters came up.
*Adante. Many readers adore him. I don’t. Though he tries hard to redeem himself in the end, I found him too petulant and abusive in those early chapters to balance the scales.
*Lack of safe words and communication in what’s clearly a D/s scenario. Leo and Liv were closer to a true D/s dynamic than Adante/Talia, and even they never discussed safe words or hard/soft limits.
Okay, I get it. It’s dark fantasy, not reality. But if this was someone’s introduction to BDSM, it would send the wrong message about a community that is already stigmatized enough.
Overall, it was an enjoyable story, and I was really on the fence about that 5th star.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 18, 2022
I was given the opportunity to read an ARC of this novel, the final in the trilogy. As an experiment, I went in BLIND without reading books 1+2. I found it stood well on it's own, and I really enjoyed the ride! I love a good #team battle, and as BRUTAL as Adante seemed at first, have to admit I'd warmed up to BOTH men by the end of the book. It was sexy, of course, but I also really loved the female leads and how they handled the situations they found themselves in. The ending was HEA and wrapped everything up nicely. I definitely plan on going back and reading the other books and adding them to my collection.
October 22, 2022
I loved this whole trilogy, and I am sad that it is over, but in a good way! It was a bit of an emotional journey, but everyone got their HEA. This final book followed the POVs of Talia and Liv as Prince Adante plotted his revenge and Lord Commander Leo assumed his place as the Crown Prince.
Each couple faced their own challenges. Talia got her first taste of freedom and was no longer content with being owned by the Prince. Liv needed to learn how to exist under the constraints of being Crown Prince’s woman and under constant threat, therefore unable to be truly free. The two princes are quite similar in their sexual appetites though their needs for control and punishment are at different levels, which begs the question – are kinks hereditary? But, their approaches affect their women differently.
It's impossible to choose a favorite prince – Leo never wavers in his affection for Liv and is willing to go to great lengths to prove his love to her, much to the dismay of everyone. He does not care that she is a non-mage. He does not look down at her as if she were lesser. However, Prince Adante, that troubled man, goes through further emotional growth in this story – either that or he loses Talia forever. I loved watching the process, despite his stumbles. Still a villain, but maybe redeemed by the end?
This was a great mix of plot, steam, kinks, and romance. Some parts are on the darker side, so check the TW/CW on the author’s website before reading if necessary.
Each couple faced their own challenges. Talia got her first taste of freedom and was no longer content with being owned by the Prince. Liv needed to learn how to exist under the constraints of being Crown Prince’s woman and under constant threat, therefore unable to be truly free. The two princes are quite similar in their sexual appetites though their needs for control and punishment are at different levels, which begs the question – are kinks hereditary? But, their approaches affect their women differently.
It's impossible to choose a favorite prince – Leo never wavers in his affection for Liv and is willing to go to great lengths to prove his love to her, much to the dismay of everyone. He does not care that she is a non-mage. He does not look down at her as if she were lesser. However, Prince Adante, that troubled man, goes through further emotional growth in this story – either that or he loses Talia forever. I loved watching the process, despite his stumbles. Still a villain, but maybe redeemed by the end?
This was a great mix of plot, steam, kinks, and romance. Some parts are on the darker side, so check the TW/CW on the author’s website before reading if necessary.
November 22, 2022
Zara J Black has once again knocked it out of the park with the third book in her Ruled by Magic series, Joined by Magic. If you’ve been following along with this series, then this is a definite MUST read and the perfect cumulation of their story! Black is a master of writing, creating the most amazing world and characters that pull you right into their story with a captivating storyline and an on the edge of your seat plot that takes you right along on their journey. And this one was no exception!
This story takes both of our beloved characters from the first two books and combines them in one nail biting adventure—pitting them first against each other and making it difficult to know just who to cheer and root for. But in true Black style she brings the story together perfectly and gives us exactly what we need as a reader.
Overall this is a story full of tension, intrigue, spicy heat, loss and ultimately love as two magical brothers battle it out for the right to rule—dragging their women along with them for the ride. But what a delicious ride it is! ;)
This story takes both of our beloved characters from the first two books and combines them in one nail biting adventure—pitting them first against each other and making it difficult to know just who to cheer and root for. But in true Black style she brings the story together perfectly and gives us exactly what we need as a reader.
Overall this is a story full of tension, intrigue, spicy heat, loss and ultimately love as two magical brothers battle it out for the right to rule—dragging their women along with them for the ride. But what a delicious ride it is! ;)
October 10, 2022
I had a hard time settling into this book. I definitely felt like I needed a refresher of sorts in the beginning chapters from what exactly happened at the end of the first book.
This story is one of survival for all involved parties, both Dexian and Ataran. Liv and Leo are thrust into life in Atar while Talia and Adante go on the run, now fugitives.
Things I loved:
- reading both Talia's and Liv's points of view
- Adante's character arc
- a happy ending for all involved
- the building of a sort of relationship, though strained, between Adante and Leo
Things I had a hard time with:
- Adante's cruelty towards Talia when she felt brave enough to speak her mind
- feeling like Talia was suffocating in her relationship
- the "unaliving" of certain characters
- that the resolution of Talia and Adante's major conflict felt rushed
In the end, I did enjoy this book, and was pleased with how the story was tied up, and thank Zara for the opportunity to read this as an ARC. Be sure to check trigger and content warnings ⚠️
This story is one of survival for all involved parties, both Dexian and Ataran. Liv and Leo are thrust into life in Atar while Talia and Adante go on the run, now fugitives.
Things I loved:
- reading both Talia's and Liv's points of view
- Adante's character arc
- a happy ending for all involved
- the building of a sort of relationship, though strained, between Adante and Leo
Things I had a hard time with:
- Adante's cruelty towards Talia when she felt brave enough to speak her mind
- feeling like Talia was suffocating in her relationship
- the "unaliving" of certain characters
- that the resolution of Talia and Adante's major conflict felt rushed
In the end, I did enjoy this book, and was pleased with how the story was tied up, and thank Zara for the opportunity to read this as an ARC. Be sure to check trigger and content warnings ⚠️
October 10, 2022
Steadily through the course of the book, my brain screamed 4 stars... now I will tell you the ending and the last 1/4 of the book brought me to this rating.
This book was filled with magic, and adventure. I was really enjoying it, and although I haven't read book one and had no idea the story about Liv and Leo, I knew that I wanted to learn more. I had a hard time getting into the idea of two romance stories to follow, but I did it.
I was surprised by my disappointment in Adante, you could see the feelings that bloomed between them but they were both deciding to hide it, and tear things between them.
The ending was a HEA which is what I needed, but for a while I truly felt that it would disappoint.
The author, Zara, did an amazing job! I do so enjoy their story! Team Talia & Andante forever!
This book was filled with magic, and adventure. I was really enjoying it, and although I haven't read book one and had no idea the story about Liv and Leo, I knew that I wanted to learn more. I had a hard time getting into the idea of two romance stories to follow, but I did it.
I was surprised by my disappointment in Adante, you could see the feelings that bloomed between them but they were both deciding to hide it, and tear things between them.
The ending was a HEA which is what I needed, but for a while I truly felt that it would disappoint.
The author, Zara, did an amazing job! I do so enjoy their story! Team Talia & Andante forever!
October 11, 2022
Spice: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plot: 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵
Tropes/triggers: dark bully fantasy romance, MF, non-con, dub-con, O denial, forced O, forced bondage
I mean, I just get more excited the longer the tropes/triggers list is, but maybe that’s just me 😅
👉I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review👈
I started out this series reading “Owned by Magic” so obviously I was #TeamAdante. If you thought the first two books had a dark theme, this one is even darker 😈 I wanted to yell at Adante so many times and I definitely got jealous of Leo and Liv just like Talia. This story has so many twists and turns, and thankfully does have an HEA. Fantastic writing by Zara, and I can’t wait to get my hands on her next book 😊
Plot: 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵
Tropes/triggers: dark bully fantasy romance, MF, non-con, dub-con, O denial, forced O, forced bondage
I mean, I just get more excited the longer the tropes/triggers list is, but maybe that’s just me 😅
👉I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review👈
I started out this series reading “Owned by Magic” so obviously I was #TeamAdante. If you thought the first two books had a dark theme, this one is even darker 😈 I wanted to yell at Adante so many times and I definitely got jealous of Leo and Liv just like Talia. This story has so many twists and turns, and thankfully does have an HEA. Fantastic writing by Zara, and I can’t wait to get my hands on her next book 😊
October 10, 2022
Leo, Leo, Leo. Leo was definitely my favorite. He showed Adante that he wasn't ashamed or afraid to love his "prisoner " out loud. Adante begins to struggle with his feelings regarding Talia. He struggles with his past and in this book, it's almost like he returns to default settings slightly. In this book we find out more about the King and we see just how diabolical he really is.
All in all, I liked it. You really get a sense of the trauma both men endured from the King. Zara, you did a great job joining the two together. You also showed how each both overcame their past in a satisfying conclusion. I do wish their was more of a bridge to the epilogue. It would've been nice to hear how things changed during the seven years in more detail.
All in all, I liked it. You really get a sense of the trauma both men endured from the King. Zara, you did a great job joining the two together. You also showed how each both overcame their past in a satisfying conclusion. I do wish their was more of a bridge to the epilogue. It would've been nice to hear how things changed during the seven years in more detail.
October 12, 2022
This book was a roller coaster ride. There are ups and downs twist and turns you never see coming but in the best way. I really loved reading both couples perspective it really gave us both side to the story which was really helpful. I am sad this is the last book in the series but it was everything I needed and then some. I found myself rooting for characters I thought I would and it made the book so much more enjoyable. The contrast between Leo and Adante made me question all my life choices and I loved every minute of it! I highly recommend this series to anyone looking for a dark romance. It gives you everything you need in a series and then some!
October 23, 2022
Was a little lost in the first few chapters, since it had been some time since I read the other books in the series😅 so I had forgotten some details. 🤣
But I quickly caught up to what was happening.
I love how both talia and liv are standing up for themselves more. And how they then get punished for it. 🥵
Zara you have me hooked and now I’m a fan for life, you have the mix of spice and fantasy that I just love and don’t find enough of.
I will be buying this to display along with the others and I can’t wait to see what comes next from you.
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🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
-Arc reader
But I quickly caught up to what was happening.
I love how both talia and liv are standing up for themselves more. And how they then get punished for it. 🥵
Zara you have me hooked and now I’m a fan for life, you have the mix of spice and fantasy that I just love and don’t find enough of.
I will be buying this to display along with the others and I can’t wait to see what comes next from you.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
-Arc reader
October 18, 2022
I read an arc copy on of this from the author. She has done it again and wrapped up the series in a neat little bow. I was worried I was not going to like this one, but I should have known better. I loved it!
August 9, 2022
I laughed. I cried. I fell for Leo and Adante both, even harder than I had before. (I can't believe Zara managed to make me not just *like* Adante, but to cry for him!) This was the perfect ending to the trilogy.
October 9, 2022
An excelling finish to the series, I really enjoyed the progress of the characters. I started to lose hope for a few there but am happy with the finish.
October 12, 2022
Great ending. I loved Talia and Adante's love story and happy ending. The way Leo and Adante learned to work together for the sake of whats best was amazing. Great book.
October 16, 2022
I loved it I couldn’t put it down
October 24, 2022
I am so proud of how far Adante has come. I got real nervous in the middle there.
For some reason, I struggled reading Talia sometimes, but I was very attached to Liv.
Helen was a surprise! Very unexpected, like a Shyamalan twist, lol.
Leo was wonderful and I'm even more so on Team Adante.
BEAUTIFUL end to a fantastic trilogy. I love this world and I absolutely LOVE how the world changed for the better. Freaking wonderful.
For some reason, I struggled reading Talia sometimes, but I was very attached to Liv.
Helen was a surprise! Very unexpected, like a Shyamalan twist, lol.
Leo was wonderful and I'm even more so on Team Adante.
BEAUTIFUL end to a fantastic trilogy. I love this world and I absolutely LOVE how the world changed for the better. Freaking wonderful.
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October 11, 2022
Great finish to the series. It's so hot, but also so well-written. An absolute fave!!!
October 11, 2022
So this is the first time I received an ARC and am not sure what to say well besides that it was a great book and to check your TW if you have any when you read this bk.
October 10, 2022
I loved everything about this series!!! This was an amazing ending. I'm going to miss the characters. If you haven't started the series you need to start now. This is definitely a must read!!!!!
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