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Artemis University #17
Healthy Progress
My name is Tamsin Vale and things are going well. No, really! I know that sounds crazy after I broke down and couldn’t tell what was a dream or reality. But I have help. I asked for help which is hard for me. I have someone I can trust to get help from.
All of that is progress for my life. Sad, but true.
It was a setback on a better path and those will happen. But people are stepping up to help and defend me. I don’t feel so alone handling too much. I feel like a real fairy most days and accepted.
And I have hope for the future. Things are great with Darby, and he’s happy about what comes next. School is better, and I’m enjoying that part of my life.
Sure, I have no idea where I’m at with four of my mates, and I wish I could make it all better. I wish I could forgive them for their mistakes and move past what’s happened knowing we won’t have any issues again, but that’s not life. So I’m going to appreciate what I have before the next thing blows up because it will.
Something always does.
Artemis University is an ongoing, hot burning reverse harem, university-age paranormal academy series with darker elements, strong language, violence, and a heroine who follows her own moral compass of what is right… And who she ends up giving her heart to.
*This book is part of a series and cannot be read as a standalone. Like all my books, this is not light and fluffy and includes dark themes and events some may find triggering. Reader discretion is advised.
All of that is progress for my life. Sad, but true.
It was a setback on a better path and those will happen. But people are stepping up to help and defend me. I don’t feel so alone handling too much. I feel like a real fairy most days and accepted.
And I have hope for the future. Things are great with Darby, and he’s happy about what comes next. School is better, and I’m enjoying that part of my life.
Sure, I have no idea where I’m at with four of my mates, and I wish I could make it all better. I wish I could forgive them for their mistakes and move past what’s happened knowing we won’t have any issues again, but that’s not life. So I’m going to appreciate what I have before the next thing blows up because it will.
Something always does.
Artemis University is an ongoing, hot burning reverse harem, university-age paranormal academy series with darker elements, strong language, violence, and a heroine who follows her own moral compass of what is right… And who she ends up giving her heart to.
*This book is part of a series and cannot be read as a standalone. Like all my books, this is not light and fluffy and includes dark themes and events some may find triggering. Reader discretion is advised.
306 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 16, 2022
309 people are currently reading
125 people want to read
About the author
Erin R. Flynn
102 books797 followers also writes under Joyee Flynn and Flynn Eire.
Erin is a born Chicagoan who decided to state hop a bit, given she works from home. She currently resides in Georgia with her pup, Lord Vader Flynn. With an eclectic and addictive personality, there isn’t much that doesn’t interest her or she won’t pour herself into if it catches her fancy. She has always been interested in the darker aspects of life and mythologies—especially vampires, shifters, the occult, and anything paranormal.
To date, she has published more paranormal books than she can keep up with the characters for, in different genres with dedicated readers who await each release to her numerous series under any of the three Flynn names she writes.
Erin is a born Chicagoan who decided to state hop a bit, given she works from home. She currently resides in Georgia with her pup, Lord Vader Flynn. With an eclectic and addictive personality, there isn’t much that doesn’t interest her or she won’t pour herself into if it catches her fancy. She has always been interested in the darker aspects of life and mythologies—especially vampires, shifters, the occult, and anything paranormal.
To date, she has published more paranormal books than she can keep up with the characters for, in different genres with dedicated readers who await each release to her numerous series under any of the three Flynn names she writes.
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September 18, 2022
Well-balanced!
Another good one in this serie❤️
I liked this book because the storyline didn't focus on one or two things (usually it was drama and food or plotting and food or drama, plotting, and food🙄). Here we have a good mix between happiness (finally!!!), drama, plotting, sex, romance, politics, school, etc.
I liked as well how Tamsin realised that she has also difficulties being in a relationship and maintaining a sane communication. It's not always the guys' fault...
I still love very much this serie and always look forward reading more about Tamsin's mates, ex-mates, future-mates, future-ex-mates..😅😂😂 well, you understand me🙈
Another good one in this serie❤️
I liked this book because the storyline didn't focus on one or two things (usually it was drama and food or plotting and food or drama, plotting, and food🙄). Here we have a good mix between happiness (finally!!!), drama, plotting, sex, romance, politics, school, etc.
I liked as well how Tamsin realised that she has also difficulties being in a relationship and maintaining a sane communication. It's not always the guys' fault...
I still love very much this serie and always look forward reading more about Tamsin's mates, ex-mates, future-mates, future-ex-mates..😅😂😂 well, you understand me🙈
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September 22, 2022It wasn’t good. I’m continuing to read this series solely because I’m 17 books in and need to see how it ends. That is the only reason because these books are not good. I am begging the author to get a better editor. Typos aside, the story needs structure. These books are literally just one jumbled, stream of conscience thought after another.
April 7, 2023
I would love to write RTC, but I don't think I'm going to write individual reviews for book #17 to #19.
September 18, 2022
I guess we are making progress?
Is it healthy progress? The jury is still out unfortunately. Regardless, here we are, book 17 of Tamsin’s journey and I’m not quite sure how to digest it all. Erin R. Flynn has a wonderful story to tell, I adore the uniqueness of the plot but always finish wanting more. These books are quite contradictory to the fmc arc, she preaches female empowerment but uses her power with abuse? She’s self absorbed and arrogant but I love her perseverance to making the world a better place so I stay. This book is a wild ride, between the grammar mistakes, the lack of character development, and absence of any true growth is a bitter pill to swallow. HOWEVER! I cannot deny that the story is progressing, just at a much slower pace than necessary. What I appreciate most is the topic of mental health. It does make us uncomfortable but that’s how we learn, on the flip side, no one is congratulating for you to overcome mental hurdles. At the end of the day I want the best for Tams. And I hope the author takes these reviews into account because we would not have stuck around this long if we didn’t believe in the story. Fingers crossed we actually make progress in book 18 that goes beyond faerie finances. **Honorable mention** the spice is always top notch. If you don’t care for the plot (or can’t even overlook the plot issues) just be here for the spice and that would be enough! Maybe I’m the crazy one but I truly hope to see more fundamental growth and progress in the next book, one can hope right?
Is it healthy progress? The jury is still out unfortunately. Regardless, here we are, book 17 of Tamsin’s journey and I’m not quite sure how to digest it all. Erin R. Flynn has a wonderful story to tell, I adore the uniqueness of the plot but always finish wanting more. These books are quite contradictory to the fmc arc, she preaches female empowerment but uses her power with abuse? She’s self absorbed and arrogant but I love her perseverance to making the world a better place so I stay. This book is a wild ride, between the grammar mistakes, the lack of character development, and absence of any true growth is a bitter pill to swallow. HOWEVER! I cannot deny that the story is progressing, just at a much slower pace than necessary. What I appreciate most is the topic of mental health. It does make us uncomfortable but that’s how we learn, on the flip side, no one is congratulating for you to overcome mental hurdles. At the end of the day I want the best for Tams. And I hope the author takes these reviews into account because we would not have stuck around this long if we didn’t believe in the story. Fingers crossed we actually make progress in book 18 that goes beyond faerie finances. **Honorable mention** the spice is always top notch. If you don’t care for the plot (or can’t even overlook the plot issues) just be here for the spice and that would be enough! Maybe I’m the crazy one but I truly hope to see more fundamental growth and progress in the next book, one can hope right?
September 17, 2022
The Best is yet to come…..
Absolutely Aucking Fmazing!!! This series is has been my #1 since reading “Crazy says what now?” / “I didn’t pray to god or angels, I prayed to Tinker Bell to take me Neverland.” In book #1. I mean come on!!
Each and every installment since reading Upended Life to now just finishing Healthy Progress has, IMO, just gotten smashingly better.
I cant wait to see what progress / mischief w/Faerie & w/her Mates that Tamsin makes next!!
Absolutely Aucking Fmazing!!! This series is has been my #1 since reading “Crazy says what now?” / “I didn’t pray to god or angels, I prayed to Tinker Bell to take me Neverland.” In book #1. I mean come on!!
Each and every installment since reading Upended Life to now just finishing Healthy Progress has, IMO, just gotten smashingly better.
I cant wait to see what progress / mischief w/Faerie & w/her Mates that Tamsin makes next!!
September 24, 2022
a good healthy start
I think this is a very emotional series about Tamsin’s journey. I get it that men mess up and are hurtful sometimes but we women should be putting ourselves first especially our mental state. I like that Tamsin is taking everything slowly. I am also happy this was a good progress into the series.
I think this is a very emotional series about Tamsin’s journey. I get it that men mess up and are hurtful sometimes but we women should be putting ourselves first especially our mental state. I like that Tamsin is taking everything slowly. I am also happy this was a good progress into the series.
March 19, 2023
Re reading. Tired of Tasmin crying and all the detail that goes into the food she eats. Skip it, it's too much, and we get it that she likes to eat, and it fuels her body. OVER IT. At least Julian is semi decent in the book. But honestly at this stage i think she needs to scrap them and only keep Neldor and Darby.
September 17, 2022
FINALLY
I am so freaking happy Tams is finally getting some happy she deserves while things still need to be fixed it’s going in the right direction!
I am so freaking happy Tams is finally getting some happy she deserves while things still need to be fixed it’s going in the right direction!
September 20, 2022
Hell yes! Finally a happy book! Positive steps forward with all her mates as she and Hudson are talking again, her power leap seems more manageable with Julian's help, and Faerie is being build back up faster and faster. Neldor and Tams are also closer. And some hints she is looking to do something about the Underground as well, but nothing too explicit. I really needed this :)
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 17, 2022
Repetitive storyline
The series started out as spectacular but now, it just seems to be repeating the same issues all over except with different people and how she's not enough for the 4 mates the gods gave to her. Self pity and yet she does the exact same thing to her fairy mate who has proven time and time again that he has matured yet Tamsin still prefers hiding under the blanket of 'he was a spoilt prince' honestly, this book has become a drag to me. I love Erin's series especially the Enchantress and the delver series I think it is but this book is basically the straw for me. There was nothing learnt in book 17 and no progress aside from people seeing her more and not trolling her in the Internet compared to the beginning of the book. At this rate, we would end up having something tangible happen in book 25 (lol). Am not dissing the series cause it is a good story line and as someone who's read Erin's other series, I can vouch she's got good stories to share with the world. Just wish she would hurry it up a bit more. Its book 17 and nothing substantial has been done regarding the land of Fairy or any new improvements since book 14 which makes me wonder how many of this we have to go through before we get to something tangible. It's fantasy. We want it to move quicker than our lives do. If a book is meant to be a year, then this is supposed to be year 17 isn't it? But it's been 4 years in the story and no new information 😐. It's a good read to be fair. It's just been dragged out too long and totally unnecessarily. That's my take on this
The series started out as spectacular but now, it just seems to be repeating the same issues all over except with different people and how she's not enough for the 4 mates the gods gave to her. Self pity and yet she does the exact same thing to her fairy mate who has proven time and time again that he has matured yet Tamsin still prefers hiding under the blanket of 'he was a spoilt prince' honestly, this book has become a drag to me. I love Erin's series especially the Enchantress and the delver series I think it is but this book is basically the straw for me. There was nothing learnt in book 17 and no progress aside from people seeing her more and not trolling her in the Internet compared to the beginning of the book. At this rate, we would end up having something tangible happen in book 25 (lol). Am not dissing the series cause it is a good story line and as someone who's read Erin's other series, I can vouch she's got good stories to share with the world. Just wish she would hurry it up a bit more. Its book 17 and nothing substantial has been done regarding the land of Fairy or any new improvements since book 14 which makes me wonder how many of this we have to go through before we get to something tangible. It's fantasy. We want it to move quicker than our lives do. If a book is meant to be a year, then this is supposed to be year 17 isn't it? But it's been 4 years in the story and no new information 😐. It's a good read to be fair. It's just been dragged out too long and totally unnecessarily. That's my take on this
January 27, 2023
I'm glad Tamsin had some more wins in this book with her relationships, but there was still a little too much self-reflection about her worth in the world and with her fated mates for my taste. I hope we find out more about the Underground and Luke soon.
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Ratings - abandoned series:
#1 Upended Life: ★★★★☆
#2 Drowning Studies: ★★★★☆
#3 Surviving Plagues: ★★★★☆
#4 Weakened Mountains: ★★★★☆
#5 Thwarting Cheaters: ★★★★☆
#6 Compounding Traumas: ★★★★☆
#7 Dodging Calamities: ★★★★☆
#8 Reaching Answers: ★★★★☆
#9 Managing Expectations: ★★★★☆
#10 Erupting Shadows: ★★★★☆
#11 Multiplying Storms: ★★★★☆
#12 Unregulated Upheaval: ★★★★☆
#13 Absorbing Inevitability: ★★★★☆
#14 Necessary Respite: ★★★★☆
#15 Adjusting Course: ★★★☆☆
#16 Promising Changes: ★★★☆☆
#17 Healthy Progress (this book): ★★★☆☆
#18 Lingering Threats: ★★☆☆☆
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Ratings - abandoned series:
#1 Upended Life: ★★★★☆
#2 Drowning Studies: ★★★★☆
#3 Surviving Plagues: ★★★★☆
#4 Weakened Mountains: ★★★★☆
#5 Thwarting Cheaters: ★★★★☆
#6 Compounding Traumas: ★★★★☆
#7 Dodging Calamities: ★★★★☆
#8 Reaching Answers: ★★★★☆
#9 Managing Expectations: ★★★★☆
#10 Erupting Shadows: ★★★★☆
#11 Multiplying Storms: ★★★★☆
#12 Unregulated Upheaval: ★★★★☆
#13 Absorbing Inevitability: ★★★★☆
#14 Necessary Respite: ★★★★☆
#15 Adjusting Course: ★★★☆☆
#16 Promising Changes: ★★★☆☆
#17 Healthy Progress (this book): ★★★☆☆
#18 Lingering Threats: ★★☆☆☆
August 25, 2023
Dancing in circles
I love this series. I crave the story of Tamsin the last fairy and her crusade to heal the world. I have a few favourite books in this series, but I think this is my new favourite. I'm enthralled by the story and how much content Erin R Flynn fits into the timeframe. In this next instalment, Tasmin has asked for help and she's getting it, finally. She's setting boundaries within her relationships and she's road mapping the pathway to recovery for Faerie. I love that her Dad is on hand as back up and that she's finally getting the magic lessons she's needed. Boys are still stupid but Izzy will always be her ride or die and together they could probably conquer the world. I just adored this book and this series is definitely one of the few almost constant re-reads in my library.
I love this series. I crave the story of Tamsin the last fairy and her crusade to heal the world. I have a few favourite books in this series, but I think this is my new favourite. I'm enthralled by the story and how much content Erin R Flynn fits into the timeframe. In this next instalment, Tasmin has asked for help and she's getting it, finally. She's setting boundaries within her relationships and she's road mapping the pathway to recovery for Faerie. I love that her Dad is on hand as back up and that she's finally getting the magic lessons she's needed. Boys are still stupid but Izzy will always be her ride or die and together they could probably conquer the world. I just adored this book and this series is definitely one of the few almost constant re-reads in my library.
September 22, 2022
I can’t stop (but maybe I want to?)
I found Tamsin when I was in a dark place. It was COVID, I was sad, and there were so many pretty men to love. I was hooked. I think I got caught up on 11 books in a week. But it’s book 17, and I feel like it’s becoming repetitive. There’s sexism and classism and Tamsin is fighting against it but also inexplicably is pro monarchy? It has started to feel wishy-washy and too drawn out. So here I am, still desperate to know how it ends, I can’t stop, but also wish I could stop, because it’s just too much.
I found Tamsin when I was in a dark place. It was COVID, I was sad, and there were so many pretty men to love. I was hooked. I think I got caught up on 11 books in a week. But it’s book 17, and I feel like it’s becoming repetitive. There’s sexism and classism and Tamsin is fighting against it but also inexplicably is pro monarchy? It has started to feel wishy-washy and too drawn out. So here I am, still desperate to know how it ends, I can’t stop, but also wish I could stop, because it’s just too much.
January 2, 2025
amazing
The name describes this to a tee. It was definitely healthy progress. I loved being able to see Tamsin in a different light, a light where she doesn’t get so much pushback and seeing how big her heart is.
The name describes this to a tee. It was definitely healthy progress. I loved being able to see Tamsin in a different light, a light where she doesn’t get so much pushback and seeing how big her heart is.
June 27, 2025
Please note the following review encompasses books 13 through 19 of the SERIES. As each book depends on the prior books, I am not reviewing each individually to cut down on repetition. Following this review, I will be reviewing the final six books of the series with one final review of the series as a whole.
As always, I will endeavor to minimize spoilers, but please read at your own risk.
If you've read my earlier reviews, you know that I have been raving about this series since I picked up Upended Life. I have honestly been quite surprised by how much I have enjoyed what I've read so far, and the emotional investment has been staggering. So it is with a heavy heart that I say I have found some issues in this set of books that have slightly turned me off.
I do not enjoy game playing in relationships, real or fictional. I do not enjoy recurring relationship problems. Unfortunately, that is a reality of this fictional world. Don't get me wrong, it's all very well written and handled rather admirably by the individual characters, but I personally find it tiresome. I am VERY pleased to be able to note that these situations have, for the most part, been resolved.
I do appreciate that the characters do not always, or even frequently, choose the easy path, and one bonus to a 26 book series is that as a reader, I am able to watch the character development. Even though it is written from a single PoV, I feel invested in more of the characters than I am probably meant to. I relish being able to dig deep into their psyches and trying to guess what comes next.
As I start Layering Resentment, I am more than a little sad to realize that I'm starting that final stretch towards the conclusion. I have only taken about half an hour since I finished book 19, and I am already jonesing for my next fix. Artemis University may have ruined me, but in the best possible manner.
However, before I dive into the next book, I do want to add a content warning of sorts because mental health matters. Contained in the story so far, you will find racism, classism, prejudice and past trauma (physically, emotionally, and smexually.) There are also forced abductions, bullying outside of the harem, references to ongoing trafficking, violence, attempted forced mating and SA, intimate partner abuse, family disconnect and related trauma from both sides, and discussion of forced breeding. Characters have ongoing mental health issues, including anxiety, panic attacks, depression, fear of abandonment, grief & loss, self-worth issues, and suicidal ideation. Please know your limits and read responsibly.
As always, I will endeavor to minimize spoilers, but please read at your own risk.
If you've read my earlier reviews, you know that I have been raving about this series since I picked up Upended Life. I have honestly been quite surprised by how much I have enjoyed what I've read so far, and the emotional investment has been staggering. So it is with a heavy heart that I say I have found some issues in this set of books that have slightly turned me off.
I do not enjoy game playing in relationships, real or fictional. I do not enjoy recurring relationship problems. Unfortunately, that is a reality of this fictional world. Don't get me wrong, it's all very well written and handled rather admirably by the individual characters, but I personally find it tiresome. I am VERY pleased to be able to note that these situations have, for the most part, been resolved.
I do appreciate that the characters do not always, or even frequently, choose the easy path, and one bonus to a 26 book series is that as a reader, I am able to watch the character development. Even though it is written from a single PoV, I feel invested in more of the characters than I am probably meant to. I relish being able to dig deep into their psyches and trying to guess what comes next.
As I start Layering Resentment, I am more than a little sad to realize that I'm starting that final stretch towards the conclusion. I have only taken about half an hour since I finished book 19, and I am already jonesing for my next fix. Artemis University may have ruined me, but in the best possible manner.
However, before I dive into the next book, I do want to add a content warning of sorts because mental health matters. Contained in the story so far, you will find racism, classism, prejudice and past trauma (physically, emotionally, and smexually.) There are also forced abductions, bullying outside of the harem, references to ongoing trafficking, violence, attempted forced mating and SA, intimate partner abuse, family disconnect and related trauma from both sides, and discussion of forced breeding. Characters have ongoing mental health issues, including anxiety, panic attacks, depression, fear of abandonment, grief & loss, self-worth issues, and suicidal ideation. Please know your limits and read responsibly.
September 20, 2022
Erin, you did good
First my rating: The totally rare 10 out of 10 unicorns! I know that usually goes last, but this book hit all the right notes, and I want to give props up front instead of at the end, like normal.
This installment has Tamsin and Neldor getting along and their relationship progressing, even though Darby is less than thrilled. The Prince of Darkness, as Tamsin and Izzy have named him, has publically made the most sacred and magically binding vow possible that he will NEVER take the throne or take power from the Queen. Darby is a rock star and attending Yale. Hudson pulled his head out of his @$$ and Tamsin has asked a few people for help in understanding Hudson and River. Julian finally admits how messed up his life is, even as he busts his butt helping Tamsin get her dreams under control. Lucca is more himself than ever, endearing him to his true friends. The Demigod reveals more of his impish character, and some human history in a fun side adventure. We find out what is wrong with Juan & Mason's family, and Von Thann actually helps!!! OH! And Izzy has a serious crush, but she won't say who. I'm placing bets on a certain sexy attorney... ;-)
Luke, as we all figured, is MUCH more than he seems. Tamsin is attacked by a very powerful fairy, and Onas tries to convince her she's wrong about her attacker's power levels. Something isn't right with him, either. Remember when she rescued the fae dogs from the puppy mill? One of the bad guys made some comments that tie in. I don't think Tamsin was the only fairy left on Earth, I think we are missing a few presumed dead, probably long ago. Just a hunch.
Technical details:
The editing is better, sentence structure is better, no more misspellings (esp. whoa), and I don't feel like I'm missing information.
Nicely done, Ms. Flynn!
10/10 unicorns 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄
highly recommended to purchase or borrow
First my rating: The totally rare 10 out of 10 unicorns! I know that usually goes last, but this book hit all the right notes, and I want to give props up front instead of at the end, like normal.
This installment has Tamsin and Neldor getting along and their relationship progressing, even though Darby is less than thrilled. The Prince of Darkness, as Tamsin and Izzy have named him, has publically made the most sacred and magically binding vow possible that he will NEVER take the throne or take power from the Queen. Darby is a rock star and attending Yale. Hudson pulled his head out of his @$$ and Tamsin has asked a few people for help in understanding Hudson and River. Julian finally admits how messed up his life is, even as he busts his butt helping Tamsin get her dreams under control. Lucca is more himself than ever, endearing him to his true friends. The Demigod reveals more of his impish character, and some human history in a fun side adventure. We find out what is wrong with Juan & Mason's family, and Von Thann actually helps!!! OH! And Izzy has a serious crush, but she won't say who. I'm placing bets on a certain sexy attorney... ;-)
Luke, as we all figured, is MUCH more than he seems. Tamsin is attacked by a very powerful fairy, and Onas tries to convince her she's wrong about her attacker's power levels. Something isn't right with him, either. Remember when she rescued the fae dogs from the puppy mill? One of the bad guys made some comments that tie in. I don't think Tamsin was the only fairy left on Earth, I think we are missing a few presumed dead, probably long ago. Just a hunch.
Technical details:
The editing is better, sentence structure is better, no more misspellings (esp. whoa), and I don't feel like I'm missing information.
Nicely done, Ms. Flynn!
10/10 unicorns 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄
highly recommended to purchase or borrow
November 13, 2023
book group now uses this series as torture..
There are apparently 21 books currently in this series. And now a book sitting together as our meeting closes pulls up a scene from this series as an example of a bad author.
It’s obvious this author, writing a RH heterosexual series, is an overly ignorant American who eats the Mainstream News in her country like candy. She crams every woke issue down your throat. Claims life is abusive. The MFC is so “traumatized”.. Just no. It’s not possible to write this way and not be a man hater. The character goes against everything the original feminist movement stood for. One of her men gave her a dirty look now several years ago and she “just can’t forgive them”.
Really. The MFC is the main abuser. Sure she can throw a punch. But she’s selfish. Self centered. Tears down anyone who doesn’t crawl on their knees for her. And is one of the most emotionally manipulative and abusive characters you can read a book about.. And again. There’s currently 21 books about her so called trauma and how horrible every male she is with is.
They might be free on Kindle, but it’s not worth the download unless you just hate men and want to read ideas of how “me, me, me” Americans have become.
Used to be a country of strong men and warriors. Now it’s an embarrassment of their heroes who fought for equality. This author has no series where the characters are equal. Every book she writes is a hundred pages of trashing and excuses for why the MFC is damaged and not worth any man’s time.
There are apparently 21 books currently in this series. And now a book sitting together as our meeting closes pulls up a scene from this series as an example of a bad author.
It’s obvious this author, writing a RH heterosexual series, is an overly ignorant American who eats the Mainstream News in her country like candy. She crams every woke issue down your throat. Claims life is abusive. The MFC is so “traumatized”.. Just no. It’s not possible to write this way and not be a man hater. The character goes against everything the original feminist movement stood for. One of her men gave her a dirty look now several years ago and she “just can’t forgive them”.
Really. The MFC is the main abuser. Sure she can throw a punch. But she’s selfish. Self centered. Tears down anyone who doesn’t crawl on their knees for her. And is one of the most emotionally manipulative and abusive characters you can read a book about.. And again. There’s currently 21 books about her so called trauma and how horrible every male she is with is.
They might be free on Kindle, but it’s not worth the download unless you just hate men and want to read ideas of how “me, me, me” Americans have become.
Used to be a country of strong men and warriors. Now it’s an embarrassment of their heroes who fought for equality. This author has no series where the characters are equal. Every book she writes is a hundred pages of trashing and excuses for why the MFC is damaged and not worth any man’s time.
September 20, 2022
I’m actually gobsmacked I am still reading this! This may be the longest I have ever stuck with a series, and it only feels halfway through.
I love it!
I can barely follow all her plans, but I love it anyway. She has so much going for her.
I think one of my top favourite things about this series is being a fated mate is NOT a guarantee you’ll be together. In fact, her one solid and true boyfriend was not a mate at all. How cool is that!
This story has DEPTH. There is so much going on that I am never bored. Never bored with her. Never bored with her relationships (I mean, who’d have thought we’d be so far in to her story and she only has one solid man?!). Never bored with the plot. There are just so many ways the story can continue to develop that I keep coming back.
It has always been the suspense of a relationship that draws me in and hooks me. It’s why I love slow burns and love slow builds. THIS SERIES GIVES ME THAT AND MORE.
I actually took a break around book 12ish because I was up reading day in and out and never getting things done, I was so invested in it. When I started reading again I changed to a different series. It was good, but I realised I kept comparing everything I read back to this series. That alone speaks volumes.
Now I’m back and have completely caught up.
Can’t wait for the next ❤️
I love it!
I can barely follow all her plans, but I love it anyway. She has so much going for her.
I think one of my top favourite things about this series is being a fated mate is NOT a guarantee you’ll be together. In fact, her one solid and true boyfriend was not a mate at all. How cool is that!
This story has DEPTH. There is so much going on that I am never bored. Never bored with her. Never bored with her relationships (I mean, who’d have thought we’d be so far in to her story and she only has one solid man?!). Never bored with the plot. There are just so many ways the story can continue to develop that I keep coming back.
It has always been the suspense of a relationship that draws me in and hooks me. It’s why I love slow burns and love slow builds. THIS SERIES GIVES ME THAT AND MORE.
I actually took a break around book 12ish because I was up reading day in and out and never getting things done, I was so invested in it. When I started reading again I changed to a different series. It was good, but I realised I kept comparing everything I read back to this series. That alone speaks volumes.
Now I’m back and have completely caught up.
Can’t wait for the next ❤️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 17, 2022
Vicious circle
First, I want to say that I genuinely love this series. However, it is now becoming a vicious cycle with regards to Tamsin and her 5 mates. She keeps complaining that none of them "see her" and yet she doesn't realize she doesn't "see them" either. All of them are suffering from some form of mental health issues due to past abuse which has left everyone with low self esteem. Tamsin mentions in this book that perhaps she and Hudson need counseling. The fact is that the entire group of them could use group counseling so that they learn how to cope with their insecurities of having multiple mates. So, I hope the author will stop this vicious cycle of everyone being hurt and not trusting each other and perhaps show them a way to become a strong unit that supports one another. They are going to need this support for whatever evil is coming in the next book.
First, I want to say that I genuinely love this series. However, it is now becoming a vicious cycle with regards to Tamsin and her 5 mates. She keeps complaining that none of them "see her" and yet she doesn't realize she doesn't "see them" either. All of them are suffering from some form of mental health issues due to past abuse which has left everyone with low self esteem. Tamsin mentions in this book that perhaps she and Hudson need counseling. The fact is that the entire group of them could use group counseling so that they learn how to cope with their insecurities of having multiple mates. So, I hope the author will stop this vicious cycle of everyone being hurt and not trusting each other and perhaps show them a way to become a strong unit that supports one another. They are going to need this support for whatever evil is coming in the next book.
September 24, 2022
Well then ...
Let me start off by saying I would have never expected the book to turn out this way. There were more points in this book that I looked inside myself for then I'd like to admit. This story took me out of my comfort zone because it made me reflect on my own trauma. Honestly truly, I love this book! I'm super excited to see her journey. Continue the same way that I'm ready to continue my own journey. I've read all 17 books and continue to wait excitedly for each release. Some people would say that this is elongating a story that could have been finished already.... But I disagree most stories. You don't get to see the range of emotions, both a character and a person go through in this much depth. Often in other stories you miss the range of emotions that go through because it's only covered in one chapter. It's spread across 17 books for this series. I'm never confused on what vale is feeling or why she's going through something.
Let me start off by saying I would have never expected the book to turn out this way. There were more points in this book that I looked inside myself for then I'd like to admit. This story took me out of my comfort zone because it made me reflect on my own trauma. Honestly truly, I love this book! I'm super excited to see her journey. Continue the same way that I'm ready to continue my own journey. I've read all 17 books and continue to wait excitedly for each release. Some people would say that this is elongating a story that could have been finished already.... But I disagree most stories. You don't get to see the range of emotions, both a character and a person go through in this much depth. Often in other stories you miss the range of emotions that go through because it's only covered in one chapter. It's spread across 17 books for this series. I'm never confused on what vale is feeling or why she's going through something.
March 7, 2023
I have loved reading this series! So sad it’s not finished yet because I totally can’t wait for Tamsin’s full happily ever after. Most of the time when a series is longer than 4 or 5 books I lose interest because I feel like it’s too much of the same stuff dragging the series out. That feeling didn’t hit me at all until about book 10 and then it was short lived. I love Tamsin and the journey we get to take with her throughout this. Her growth and friendships, and her clarity in viewing the world around her make this story amazing.
I felt the intro to book 18 was really confusing. I had to go back and double check that I hadn’t skipped a book. There’s a bit of minor editing that would really make the reading so much better. Missing words and improper (or no) use of commas were the biggest culprits, but it was still worth reading.
As much as I loved it this book isn’t for everyone. There’s plenty of language, sex, and some violence that would be disturbing to some.
I felt the intro to book 18 was really confusing. I had to go back and double check that I hadn’t skipped a book. There’s a bit of minor editing that would really make the reading so much better. Missing words and improper (or no) use of commas were the biggest culprits, but it was still worth reading.
As much as I loved it this book isn’t for everyone. There’s plenty of language, sex, and some violence that would be disturbing to some.
September 20, 2022
Perfect!!!
I can't even express with words how much this book mean to me. It's amazing and beautiful and just *chefs kiss* I don't know if the author reads these reviews but if be chance she does thank you thank you so much. This series resonates so much with me I can't even put into words how much I love Tams. How much I feel for her and everything she has been through. I'm in school to actually be a social worker with the goal of working with foster kids. To try and do my part to help change a broken system. No kid should grow up the way Tams did,..... the way I did. I know the difference it can make to have just at least one person in your corner. Someone who cares if your happy or f!!k if you take your next breath. So thank you Erin for sharing Tams with us. I can't tell you how much these books mean to me thank you!!!
I can't even express with words how much this book mean to me. It's amazing and beautiful and just *chefs kiss* I don't know if the author reads these reviews but if be chance she does thank you thank you so much. This series resonates so much with me I can't even put into words how much I love Tams. How much I feel for her and everything she has been through. I'm in school to actually be a social worker with the goal of working with foster kids. To try and do my part to help change a broken system. No kid should grow up the way Tams did,..... the way I did. I know the difference it can make to have just at least one person in your corner. Someone who cares if your happy or f!!k if you take your next breath. So thank you Erin for sharing Tams with us. I can't tell you how much these books mean to me thank you!!!
September 17, 2022
Definitely Healthy Progress!
For anyone looking to reviews after being slightly traumatised by the previous book...
I love Erin's work but was so thrown by the last book I was almost scared to keep reading but this one has made me feel soooo much better. I'm appreciative that this series doesn't shy away from the hard issues and discusses mental health in all its aspects. The last book was hard because nothing felt like it made sense in context with the characters and it left me feeling a bit hollow. This one has gone a long way to repairing that damage and explaining it and giving it deeper meaning, whilst moving the story forward. Needless to say, I'm back to being excited for, rather than wary of the next release. Yay!
For anyone looking to reviews after being slightly traumatised by the previous book...
I love Erin's work but was so thrown by the last book I was almost scared to keep reading but this one has made me feel soooo much better. I'm appreciative that this series doesn't shy away from the hard issues and discusses mental health in all its aspects. The last book was hard because nothing felt like it made sense in context with the characters and it left me feeling a bit hollow. This one has gone a long way to repairing that damage and explaining it and giving it deeper meaning, whilst moving the story forward. Needless to say, I'm back to being excited for, rather than wary of the next release. Yay!
September 27, 2022
and she’s back!
Thank you. It feels like you have found yourself again. You was lost there for a time, 3 books that had me worried I was going to have to leave you. But last book was better and so was this one. You did flick a few times from place to place without warning. It was a moment of “what??” Then “oh ok “ I would love to see her “happy”! With her mates. You have tried to get Julian back in our good graces in this book, it’s working. I’ve always liked Hudson so want things to be good with them. Would like to see her with Neldor too. Keep remembering who she is, why we liked her so much in the beginning. There is so much other stuff going on that you can let her be happy with her mates. Let them all come together as one big formidable, unbreakable team!
Thank you. It feels like you have found yourself again. You was lost there for a time, 3 books that had me worried I was going to have to leave you. But last book was better and so was this one. You did flick a few times from place to place without warning. It was a moment of “what??” Then “oh ok “ I would love to see her “happy”! With her mates. You have tried to get Julian back in our good graces in this book, it’s working. I’ve always liked Hudson so want things to be good with them. Would like to see her with Neldor too. Keep remembering who she is, why we liked her so much in the beginning. There is so much other stuff going on that you can let her be happy with her mates. Let them all come together as one big formidable, unbreakable team!
October 11, 2022
just addicted to the character and story
I have read this series multiple times now… each time she releases a new part of the story I go back to the beginning and retrace through the journey. Erin has a way of taking implausible fantasy such as fairies and making the journey they are on in life so real that you quickly forget it’s fantasy… I read my pain… my joy… my love… my fear on these pages… this is not the only Erin r Flynn series I read fir the simple fact I love the characters she creates….the flawed heroines and heroes… with their flawed love… you find yourself cheering them on as they figure it all out fry themselves!!! One of my fave authors and this is one of my fave series….
I have read this series multiple times now… each time she releases a new part of the story I go back to the beginning and retrace through the journey. Erin has a way of taking implausible fantasy such as fairies and making the journey they are on in life so real that you quickly forget it’s fantasy… I read my pain… my joy… my love… my fear on these pages… this is not the only Erin r Flynn series I read fir the simple fact I love the characters she creates….the flawed heroines and heroes… with their flawed love… you find yourself cheering them on as they figure it all out fry themselves!!! One of my fave authors and this is one of my fave series….
September 16, 2022
Appreciated as always
I absolutely love the emotional rollercoaster that your books take me on. It is always a much needed break from the crazy in my head, it also helps me and I'm sure countless other women to know that 'It isn't just me'. That is the mentality we as women are expected to believe. However it itsnt just me. We are all crazy overthinking nutcases in our heads, we just hide it so much better because we are relied upon more...
THANK YOU!
Thank you for taking me out of my own spiralling thoughts of everything that I feel on my shoulders. Your books are one of my safe places. A place I can go to get my emotions out and just feel.
I absolutely love the emotional rollercoaster that your books take me on. It is always a much needed break from the crazy in my head, it also helps me and I'm sure countless other women to know that 'It isn't just me'. That is the mentality we as women are expected to believe. However it itsnt just me. We are all crazy overthinking nutcases in our heads, we just hide it so much better because we are relied upon more...
THANK YOU!
Thank you for taking me out of my own spiralling thoughts of everything that I feel on my shoulders. Your books are one of my safe places. A place I can go to get my emotions out and just feel.
September 17, 2022
Awesome series! Once again Erin has produced a winner. The storyline is entertaining but also delive
Once again Erin has produced a winner. The storyline while entertaining also delivers a message we all need to hear. A message that brings awareness on a broken system that fails those who it is supposed to protect. This failure is what needs attention focused on it. That is something I believe she strives to do through her works. Thank you for the hours of entertainment and adventures your plots and characters bring. Most of all I appreciate the reminder to not only be a better person but to do better by my fellow man.
Once again Erin has produced a winner. The storyline while entertaining also delivers a message we all need to hear. A message that brings awareness on a broken system that fails those who it is supposed to protect. This failure is what needs attention focused on it. That is something I believe she strives to do through her works. Thank you for the hours of entertainment and adventures your plots and characters bring. Most of all I appreciate the reminder to not only be a better person but to do better by my fellow man.
September 25, 2022
Tamsin drives me insane
At this point I just have to know the ending because I have invested so much time in this series. Tamsin is so bloody sanctimonious and unforgiving and annoying!
Her men have screwed up for sure but good god , She is so self centered with them. None of their issues seem to matter to her. It is just Tamsin and her issues all the damn time. On again...off again... And the things that the guys do don't even suit their personalities. I don't know... Its so bloody frustrating...I find myself rushing to the end of the book and skipping passages just to end it all. Ugh...
At this point I just have to know the ending because I have invested so much time in this series. Tamsin is so bloody sanctimonious and unforgiving and annoying!
Her men have screwed up for sure but good god , She is so self centered with them. None of their issues seem to matter to her. It is just Tamsin and her issues all the damn time. On again...off again... And the things that the guys do don't even suit their personalities. I don't know... Its so bloody frustrating...I find myself rushing to the end of the book and skipping passages just to end it all. Ugh...
September 25, 2022
Finally!
Tamsin is being heard! And understood! And respected! Things aren’t perfect, but they are changing. The hits are coming, but with more and more people in Tams’s corner, she’s weathering the storms and taking her own back. This book is hopefully turning a corner and bringing some calm to the storm along with a chance to focus on something other than everyone trying to take a piece of her. Darby as always is a stinging light for Tams. I’m happy to see Hudson getting his act together. I’m still on the fence about Neldor and Lucca, but will never be okay with Julian, never.
Tamsin is being heard! And understood! And respected! Things aren’t perfect, but they are changing. The hits are coming, but with more and more people in Tams’s corner, she’s weathering the storms and taking her own back. This book is hopefully turning a corner and bringing some calm to the storm along with a chance to focus on something other than everyone trying to take a piece of her. Darby as always is a stinging light for Tams. I’m happy to see Hudson getting his act together. I’m still on the fence about Neldor and Lucca, but will never be okay with Julian, never.
September 16, 2022
Another hit for me
It's always hard to wait for a book but hot dang it is totally worth it. I feel sad about some things and thrilled about others. I want to be careful and not give too much away but if the last book left me feeling sad and hopeless this one gives me hope.for.tamsin her mates, Faerie and all their futures. The end made me cry like a bit*h baby and as always amazing song selection. Thanks again Erin.for another amazing piece.of tamsins story! Cant wait for the next one!!!
It's always hard to wait for a book but hot dang it is totally worth it. I feel sad about some things and thrilled about others. I want to be careful and not give too much away but if the last book left me feeling sad and hopeless this one gives me hope.for.tamsin her mates, Faerie and all their futures. The end made me cry like a bit*h baby and as always amazing song selection. Thanks again Erin.for another amazing piece.of tamsins story! Cant wait for the next one!!!
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