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Dark Halos #2
Crown of Ashes
"We're all villains here." - Alice Whittaker
Both The Demon Prince and Crown of Ashes hit #1 in Amazon Charts for Paranormal Angel Romance, Dark Fantasy, Dark Fantasy Horror, Folklore, and Amazon New Releases!
A year ago, we managed to escape the realm of monsters, unscathed.
The mistake of trying to strike a bargain with the High King has been buried in the past…
Or so we thought.
Tensions rise when the people in our kingdom seek blood, claiming a beast massacred one of the villages around Hell Hold.
Pitchforks burn and the fine line between good and evil blurs until it’s nearly obliterated all together.
However, one thing is crystal clear. We’re not only gearing up for war with Heaven, but a civil war within Hell itself.
This is a dark fantasy romance with enemies to lovers and forced/arranged marriage themes. It's inspired by Alice in Wonderland, Hades & Persephone myths, the story of the Grigori angels, and the fall of Lucifer. It is intended for audiences 18+ years of age. There is mature content and steamy scenes that might not be suitable for everyone. It is told in first person, present tense and is dual point of view (meaning that it's told by both the male and female main characters) and has multiple guest appearances of characters from Amanda Aggie's Hell's Bells & Demon Deals standalone series.
Both The Demon Prince and Crown of Ashes hit #1 in Amazon Charts for Paranormal Angel Romance, Dark Fantasy, Dark Fantasy Horror, Folklore, and Amazon New Releases!
A year ago, we managed to escape the realm of monsters, unscathed.
The mistake of trying to strike a bargain with the High King has been buried in the past…
Or so we thought.
Tensions rise when the people in our kingdom seek blood, claiming a beast massacred one of the villages around Hell Hold.
Pitchforks burn and the fine line between good and evil blurs until it’s nearly obliterated all together.
However, one thing is crystal clear. We’re not only gearing up for war with Heaven, but a civil war within Hell itself.
This is a dark fantasy romance with enemies to lovers and forced/arranged marriage themes. It's inspired by Alice in Wonderland, Hades & Persephone myths, the story of the Grigori angels, and the fall of Lucifer. It is intended for audiences 18+ years of age. There is mature content and steamy scenes that might not be suitable for everyone. It is told in first person, present tense and is dual point of view (meaning that it's told by both the male and female main characters) and has multiple guest appearances of characters from Amanda Aggie's Hell's Bells & Demon Deals standalone series.
389 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2022
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About the author
Amanda Aggie
23 books460 followersBest known for her #1 Amazon bestselling series, Dark Halos, Amanda Aggie has many titles.
She's a wife, a mother to two beautiful tiny humans, a Mexican food connoisseur, and lives in SW Missouri. She’s a non-recovering caffeine addict, and more importantly, she writes choking hazard, fantasy romance. Her books will have you laughing out loud, swooning, and biting your nails all in one sitting.
Visit her website at: www.AmandaAggie.com for more information.
Get access to bonus content for all of her series by visiting: www.AmandaAggie.com/bonus-content
She's a wife, a mother to two beautiful tiny humans, a Mexican food connoisseur, and lives in SW Missouri. She’s a non-recovering caffeine addict, and more importantly, she writes choking hazard, fantasy romance. Her books will have you laughing out loud, swooning, and biting your nails all in one sitting.
Visit her website at: www.AmandaAggie.com for more information.
Get access to bonus content for all of her series by visiting: www.AmandaAggie.com/bonus-content
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December 3, 2022
DNF 28%. We left off book one with two people in love ready for what the future holds. This book is set a year later and the MMC hasn't been home in over half that time. They go weeks without seeing each other only for him to be gone again soon after reuniting. She spends more time with his best friend than she does with him. They're keeping secrets from each other and he's crossing boundaries in the name of "keeping her safe". Like, I don't want to see a couple constantly being apart and when they are together they're fucking, fighting or keeping secrets (secrets that are obviously there to come back to bite them in the ass and create unneeded drama for the plot). Really was disappointed in this book.
Also, there is no explanation for why she can't go with him on these trips. If it's because her magic is too unstable then it would seem as though him helping her with that would be a PRIORITY. This woman's power is suppose to be the key to beating Michael and the one person who can even kind of understand what she's going through in terms of her power is stuck traveling and handing her off to babysitters for more than half of the year? Why is the MMC's best friend and Lucifer the ones training her when the MMC is the only one who understands what's she's going through? It doesn't even seem like these two books are the same characters. It didn't help that we just get plopped into this a year later without the opportunity to see these characters change on paper.
Reading this book immediately after getting done with the first one really made the difference in character personalities and traits from book to book so obvious. Like I can understand that characters change over the course of a series but we get SHOWN that change on paper. The time jump and different character characteristics was where the author went left. Hell, in the part where I decided to DNF they're trying to kill her familiar (for killing a bunch of people in self defense) that got introduced in the last book and I didn't care, the supposed close relationship wasn't shown on page so I was not invested at all in whether or not this familiar lived or died. Sure, we get TOLD that her and this familiar are close but we don't get to see it. At this rate with how the characters are written I'm not even seeing the love or chemistry between the couple that I saw in the first book.
Also, there is no explanation for why she can't go with him on these trips. If it's because her magic is too unstable then it would seem as though him helping her with that would be a PRIORITY. This woman's power is suppose to be the key to beating Michael and the one person who can even kind of understand what she's going through in terms of her power is stuck traveling and handing her off to babysitters for more than half of the year? Why is the MMC's best friend and Lucifer the ones training her when the MMC is the only one who understands what's she's going through? It doesn't even seem like these two books are the same characters. It didn't help that we just get plopped into this a year later without the opportunity to see these characters change on paper.
Reading this book immediately after getting done with the first one really made the difference in character personalities and traits from book to book so obvious. Like I can understand that characters change over the course of a series but we get SHOWN that change on paper. The time jump and different character characteristics was where the author went left. Hell, in the part where I decided to DNF they're trying to kill her familiar (for killing a bunch of people in self defense) that got introduced in the last book and I didn't care, the supposed close relationship wasn't shown on page so I was not invested at all in whether or not this familiar lived or died. Sure, we get TOLD that her and this familiar are close but we don't get to see it. At this rate with how the characters are written I'm not even seeing the love or chemistry between the couple that I saw in the first book.
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December 12, 2022
So disappointed in this read. DNF after chapter 13, 36%.
This is the second book in the dark halos series. The first book was highly advertised but this one wasn't as much at least that I saw. I read the first one due to the hype it received on Tik Tok and it was mediocre at best but intrigued me enough to give the second book a read.
The Demon Prince had a decent start to the book and hooks you right away but the then falls flat at the middle. From then on the story is merky and you almost loose interest as its hard to follow what the author was trying to tell. Its quite boring to be honest, then the end picks the story back up but not to where you were with the beginning of the book. I didnt leave a review for the first book because I wanted to wait until I finished the series before leaving reviews.
I wanted to see if I got that same burst in this book as I did at the beginning of book 1. I did not and why I am leaving a review now. I won't be continuing on to the final book.
From the first book to this one the only character who didn't completely change was Finn. Kai is different, Alice is different, even Lucifer is different right off the bat. We come into book two taking place a year later but never see the dynamic or growth in the characters over that year since they have a significantly massive change. Therefore, it throws this book way out in left field. It felt like I was reading a whole different book of characters with the same names not a continuation of the story.
Kai is the hero but barely spends time with his soon-to-wife Alice so you NEVER see their character developement as a couple. In book 1 it was small too but a little more indepth where you expected to see it develope further in this book but there's nothing. The author never tells or shows of this bond and growth between the main characters at all. I'm no longer invested in them like I was at the end of book 1.
Alice the FMC has more of a relationship with the side character Finn, who's Kai right hand man. I was rooting for them to get romantic not for her to be with Kai as their relationship in this book is lacking. Take their first sex scene as an example, it lasted 2.5 seconds after not seeing each other for a long time because Kai was away on princely duties (which happens often in the book). The scene was literally a few sentences long and boring. They pull their wet clothes off, kiss, grope each other a tiny bit. He's a two pump chump then it's done and the story continues on.
The part about Alice's familiar bothered me. In book one you learn it imprints on her and you see a very small bit of the bond she starts to grow with it there. I thought the cat was a male based on the impression I got from book 1 then come to find out in this book it's a female that can now talk to Alice telepathically. There is NO part of the second book that shows this so-called bond with the cat therefore, you do not grow any attachment to it and could careless that the villagers hunt it down. That bond should've been shown either in book one to go with this subplot or been shown in this book prior to what happens.
There's a lot happening in this book that we needed to see take place between book 1 to book 2, not be vaguely told bits and pieces of what took place.
I give every book I read until the 10th chapter to see if it picks up or has me hooked enough to finish, which should actually happen by chapter 5 if not the 1st. This book did not grab me at any of those chapters. The only chapter I liked was the one when Kai and Finn where being goofball. It was the last full chapter I read.
Chapter 1 was a drag as was the prologue. It took me along time to get to chapter 14 (over a week), afterwhich I skimmed a few paragraphs in then chose to not continue. The beginning is so boring and slow and you receive no information to help you feel the bond between Alice and Kai or even Alice and Luri.
I disliked that I had to relearn these characters because they're so different then book 1 because we dont get to see what caused the change in their personalities etc due to the one year gap in the story not being shown or told.
There is so much TELLING. Where there is showing its powerful at times, sucking you into the character or scene then like a switch the author starts to tell and your pulled out. I do like a variety of telling and showing but the scenes that need it have very little showing. Showing the jesters of a character while they walk to something and sit down is filling up space not advancing the story.
I really needed that time in between the year where Alice formed these bonds with Kai, the cat, etc. I may have been more invested then. The only bond I see in the chapters I read was the bond she has formed with Finn. Where I shipped them.
I got passed most of the grammar errors, which there is quite a few. What bothered me was that the author uses an en dash instead of a em dash to separate extra info. They represent two completely different things. Every time I saw an en dash it took me out of the story because I had to decipher what the author meant by it. And there's a lot of them.
I also feel this story, like the first one is advertised incorrectly. Book 1 did not scream dark fantasy romance nor does this one. Theres dark elements here and there but by no means a dark fantasy or even a romance. The romance is very sparce. Maybe, it gets darker and spicer, actually fulfilling the category it's placed into and advertised as but not in the chapters I read. I will not recommend this book or be reading the final installment.
I also find that this book and the first one are not deserving of being best selling in certain Amazon categories. There are way better stories in those categories that deserve the recognition were the author did not brib people to gain those number. Its deceitful and unprofessional. Pre-order and I'll give the first 100 pages. You will receive those 100 pages when it releases, want them sooner ARC read. Therefore, the #1 release is not a true earning in my mind if you have to beg readers to help you reach that goal. It should be genuinely received not bought.
I also don't like this author has her ARC readers act as proofreaders and uses a brib yet again to achieve this. The author acknowledges their editor in the book yet between them and having a 200+ ARC team proofread there's still countless errors and the writing is very amateur at times. A developmental editor may be something to invest in for the furture to tie stories in a series better together.
This is the second book in the dark halos series. The first book was highly advertised but this one wasn't as much at least that I saw. I read the first one due to the hype it received on Tik Tok and it was mediocre at best but intrigued me enough to give the second book a read.
The Demon Prince had a decent start to the book and hooks you right away but the then falls flat at the middle. From then on the story is merky and you almost loose interest as its hard to follow what the author was trying to tell. Its quite boring to be honest, then the end picks the story back up but not to where you were with the beginning of the book. I didnt leave a review for the first book because I wanted to wait until I finished the series before leaving reviews.
I wanted to see if I got that same burst in this book as I did at the beginning of book 1. I did not and why I am leaving a review now. I won't be continuing on to the final book.
From the first book to this one the only character who didn't completely change was Finn. Kai is different, Alice is different, even Lucifer is different right off the bat. We come into book two taking place a year later but never see the dynamic or growth in the characters over that year since they have a significantly massive change. Therefore, it throws this book way out in left field. It felt like I was reading a whole different book of characters with the same names not a continuation of the story.
Kai is the hero but barely spends time with his soon-to-wife Alice so you NEVER see their character developement as a couple. In book 1 it was small too but a little more indepth where you expected to see it develope further in this book but there's nothing. The author never tells or shows of this bond and growth between the main characters at all. I'm no longer invested in them like I was at the end of book 1.
Alice the FMC has more of a relationship with the side character Finn, who's Kai right hand man. I was rooting for them to get romantic not for her to be with Kai as their relationship in this book is lacking. Take their first sex scene as an example, it lasted 2.5 seconds after not seeing each other for a long time because Kai was away on princely duties (which happens often in the book). The scene was literally a few sentences long and boring. They pull their wet clothes off, kiss, grope each other a tiny bit. He's a two pump chump then it's done and the story continues on.
The part about Alice's familiar bothered me. In book one you learn it imprints on her and you see a very small bit of the bond she starts to grow with it there. I thought the cat was a male based on the impression I got from book 1 then come to find out in this book it's a female that can now talk to Alice telepathically. There is NO part of the second book that shows this so-called bond with the cat therefore, you do not grow any attachment to it and could careless that the villagers hunt it down. That bond should've been shown either in book one to go with this subplot or been shown in this book prior to what happens.
There's a lot happening in this book that we needed to see take place between book 1 to book 2, not be vaguely told bits and pieces of what took place.
I give every book I read until the 10th chapter to see if it picks up or has me hooked enough to finish, which should actually happen by chapter 5 if not the 1st. This book did not grab me at any of those chapters. The only chapter I liked was the one when Kai and Finn where being goofball. It was the last full chapter I read.
Chapter 1 was a drag as was the prologue. It took me along time to get to chapter 14 (over a week), afterwhich I skimmed a few paragraphs in then chose to not continue. The beginning is so boring and slow and you receive no information to help you feel the bond between Alice and Kai or even Alice and Luri.
I disliked that I had to relearn these characters because they're so different then book 1 because we dont get to see what caused the change in their personalities etc due to the one year gap in the story not being shown or told.
There is so much TELLING. Where there is showing its powerful at times, sucking you into the character or scene then like a switch the author starts to tell and your pulled out. I do like a variety of telling and showing but the scenes that need it have very little showing. Showing the jesters of a character while they walk to something and sit down is filling up space not advancing the story.
I really needed that time in between the year where Alice formed these bonds with Kai, the cat, etc. I may have been more invested then. The only bond I see in the chapters I read was the bond she has formed with Finn. Where I shipped them.
I got passed most of the grammar errors, which there is quite a few. What bothered me was that the author uses an en dash instead of a em dash to separate extra info. They represent two completely different things. Every time I saw an en dash it took me out of the story because I had to decipher what the author meant by it. And there's a lot of them.
I also feel this story, like the first one is advertised incorrectly. Book 1 did not scream dark fantasy romance nor does this one. Theres dark elements here and there but by no means a dark fantasy or even a romance. The romance is very sparce. Maybe, it gets darker and spicer, actually fulfilling the category it's placed into and advertised as but not in the chapters I read. I will not recommend this book or be reading the final installment.
I also find that this book and the first one are not deserving of being best selling in certain Amazon categories. There are way better stories in those categories that deserve the recognition were the author did not brib people to gain those number. Its deceitful and unprofessional. Pre-order and I'll give the first 100 pages. You will receive those 100 pages when it releases, want them sooner ARC read. Therefore, the #1 release is not a true earning in my mind if you have to beg readers to help you reach that goal. It should be genuinely received not bought.
I also don't like this author has her ARC readers act as proofreaders and uses a brib yet again to achieve this. The author acknowledges their editor in the book yet between them and having a 200+ ARC team proofread there's still countless errors and the writing is very amateur at times. A developmental editor may be something to invest in for the furture to tie stories in a series better together.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 24, 2022
I Absolutely love it!!! Kai and Alice are just now learning who they really are and All that comes along with they’re title’s… Especially in Hell, I’ve learned so much more about the different families and roles everyone plays and why they need to do they’re part, Or Sh*tttt goes sideways, Mad fast!!! Then theirs the 1/2 truths, or straight up deceiving another to gain what they want…and WOWWW, ALOT of “I Did NOTT See that coming! Or things going down the way they do!!! LIKE A HUGE Shock to the System! And IN EVEN MORE EXCITING AND INTENSE WAY’S!! My jaw dropped too Many times to count… Like A lot of stuff starts coming out, and it’s a mindf**k Cuz Your like “Waitttt, Gahh… Who do I Believe?!! What the F**k is happening right now… Annd How”?? Things,
It turns out are Never what they seem. This journey with Alice and Kai is such a rad trip!!! I can’t wait for book 3, cuzzz Damnnn… I WANT, NOOOO…. I NEED MORE!!! Annnd I’m Soooo Happy the Next book will be here SOON!!!! I gotta say.. My Girl Alice NEVER DISAPPOINTS… She’s a Sassy BadA$$ & Just Soo Real. I would totally want her in my corner E.V.E.R.Y.T.I.M.E.!!! annnd have her as a BFF would be freaking Awesome!!!
Just Remember: Hang on tight cuz your in for a Helluva killer ride!! So, Buckle Up Sweet Cheeks, Cuz your in for quite the Twisted, FUN Experience !!!!
It turns out are Never what they seem. This journey with Alice and Kai is such a rad trip!!! I can’t wait for book 3, cuzzz Damnnn… I WANT, NOOOO…. I NEED MORE!!! Annnd I’m Soooo Happy the Next book will be here SOON!!!! I gotta say.. My Girl Alice NEVER DISAPPOINTS… She’s a Sassy BadA$$ & Just Soo Real. I would totally want her in my corner E.V.E.R.Y.T.I.M.E.!!! annnd have her as a BFF would be freaking Awesome!!!
Just Remember: Hang on tight cuz your in for a Helluva killer ride!! So, Buckle Up Sweet Cheeks, Cuz your in for quite the Twisted, FUN Experience !!!!
September 18, 2024
3.5/5 ⭐️
This will be a shorter review than normal because honestly I’m a bit confused. I really enjoyed book one and was ready for book two. However, from the end of one to the beginning of two, there was this random ass year jump. I feel like we missed vital relationship building between all the characters. All the sudden Finn and Alice were super close and Kai was away for 2 months.
Which brings me to say that there were so many character personality changes. Kai seems loving but also is hindering Alice for being powerful cause he wants to protect her? Confusing. Then there’s Alice who keeps jumping back and forth between love and hate. And Finn is starting to seem a lil too friendly for someone who is “just a friend”.
Idk, it was an okay read and I will listen to the third and final book. I do hope it is better and less confusing than this one though.
This will be a shorter review than normal because honestly I’m a bit confused. I really enjoyed book one and was ready for book two. However, from the end of one to the beginning of two, there was this random ass year jump. I feel like we missed vital relationship building between all the characters. All the sudden Finn and Alice were super close and Kai was away for 2 months.
Which brings me to say that there were so many character personality changes. Kai seems loving but also is hindering Alice for being powerful cause he wants to protect her? Confusing. Then there’s Alice who keeps jumping back and forth between love and hate. And Finn is starting to seem a lil too friendly for someone who is “just a friend”.
Idk, it was an okay read and I will listen to the third and final book. I do hope it is better and less confusing than this one though.
December 5, 2022
After having been through literal Hell and back, fighting monsters and winning their battles, Kai and Alice are working to put the past behind them. Unfortunately for them, the past never stays in the past. Their people want blood for those who have been killed by a monster, and tensions are ever rising. Can the couple manage to win yet another battle or will they go down in flames?
I have some pretty mixed opinions about this book. The story was highly entertaining and kept me invested throughout the entire story. I love the Hades x Persephone meets Alice in Wonderland mash up, and it really lends itself to an intriguing setting and plot. Alice is a headstrong, stubborn FMC, and she's unafraid to go after what she wants. I love the relationship she has with Finn and love just how comfortable they are together.
Where the book lost me is the personality switch ups, the way they tried to kill her familiar for SELF DEFENSE and just for Kai becoming a pretty terrible person. From book one to now, the characters have all done a personality change, especially Kai. He keeps secrets that really aren't worth the drama of doing so and constantly leaves her for extended periods of time. This book is set around a year later, which some changes would be acceptable, just not a complete 180.
Overall rating
3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
I have some pretty mixed opinions about this book. The story was highly entertaining and kept me invested throughout the entire story. I love the Hades x Persephone meets Alice in Wonderland mash up, and it really lends itself to an intriguing setting and plot. Alice is a headstrong, stubborn FMC, and she's unafraid to go after what she wants. I love the relationship she has with Finn and love just how comfortable they are together.
Where the book lost me is the personality switch ups, the way they tried to kill her familiar for SELF DEFENSE and just for Kai becoming a pretty terrible person. From book one to now, the characters have all done a personality change, especially Kai. He keeps secrets that really aren't worth the drama of doing so and constantly leaves her for extended periods of time. This book is set around a year later, which some changes would be acceptable, just not a complete 180.
Overall rating
3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 20, 2024
i am torn because i really like this series but i can tell she’s going to end up with kai (god please prove me wrong) and i don’t want her too😭this man is crazy and she brushes over everything he does because she thinks she does stuff that is just as bad! girl you going to save HIS best friend is not the same as him binding you to the castle walls! anyway
December 29, 2022
Tbh Alice got a little op in this book, and it was a little confusing between Kai and her.
2/5.
2/5.
January 6, 2023
Oh my goodness what a read! Need book 3 now!
December 8, 2022
If you like fierce female characters who can hold their own against, basically everyone, Alice is your new favorite heroine. Her powers have grown since the first book, and I absolutely love how she commands the attention of everyone around her by refusing to back down. She's still prone to act impulsively, which makes Kai her perfect match in that he can balance her emotions - sometimes. They still butt heads, and their banter is both flirty and hilarious. Several plot twists keep you guessing who's good or bad, and what the future will hold. Just like the first book the steam is *chef's kiss*!
March 7, 2023
I feel awful when I leave bad reviews but eh, there is too much mashed into this series. Gods,witches,demons/the devil, angels, archangels, orcs, Alice in wonderland, and now Valkyrie? It’s too much.
So many typos and misplaced words it drove me mad.
Alice seems like a pick me girl writing who she thinks she comes off as to others. Also childish and flat.
But alas… I’m invested from enjoying book 1 and want to know what happens so I’ll continue the series.
So many typos and misplaced words it drove me mad.
Alice seems like a pick me girl writing who she thinks she comes off as to others. Also childish and flat.
But alas… I’m invested from enjoying book 1 and want to know what happens so I’ll continue the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 3, 2022
Crown of Ashes by Amanda Aggie is book 2 of the Dark Halos series. This dark fantasy romance is exceptional... filled with romance, friendships, mystery and adventure.
Amanda has a way of describing scenes with such imagination and is described so well that I can picture the scenes play out in my head. It really seems like I'm watching a movie or tv show and the plot stays with me until I'm driving myself crazy living in this fantasy world that I don't want to leave.
Alice and Kai are dynamic together and apart. It's been so fun getting to know each of them as independent characters and as a couple.
The supporting cast.... Luri and Finn are so fun to read with their quirks and their loyalties. I just want to hug them both and maybe squeeze them to death.
I'm loving the uncertainty with Lucifer's character. Is he good? Is he bad? Is he out for himself? What's motivating his decisions?
The fight scenes in this book are detailed and makes for a great adventure. I can picture every move they make. Their steamy scenes sizzles and makes you wanting more. The surprises are juicy and unexpected. The plot thickens as each chapter is read and the cliffhanger will bring you to your knees praying for the next release to come sooner rather than later.
Crown of Ashes hits every check mark in my book and instantly became a favorite that is sure to be on my reread list over and over again. I will impatiently wait for book 3 and think of scenarios in the mean time.
Amanda has a way of describing scenes with such imagination and is described so well that I can picture the scenes play out in my head. It really seems like I'm watching a movie or tv show and the plot stays with me until I'm driving myself crazy living in this fantasy world that I don't want to leave.
Alice and Kai are dynamic together and apart. It's been so fun getting to know each of them as independent characters and as a couple.
The supporting cast.... Luri and Finn are so fun to read with their quirks and their loyalties. I just want to hug them both and maybe squeeze them to death.
I'm loving the uncertainty with Lucifer's character. Is he good? Is he bad? Is he out for himself? What's motivating his decisions?
The fight scenes in this book are detailed and makes for a great adventure. I can picture every move they make. Their steamy scenes sizzles and makes you wanting more. The surprises are juicy and unexpected. The plot thickens as each chapter is read and the cliffhanger will bring you to your knees praying for the next release to come sooner rather than later.
Crown of Ashes hits every check mark in my book and instantly became a favorite that is sure to be on my reread list over and over again. I will impatiently wait for book 3 and think of scenarios in the mean time.
December 5, 2022
Outstanding.
There’s few good enough words to describe the thought put into this book. The way Finn and Luri are supporting characters, it makes you lean on the edge of the seat for more of their witty comments and actions.
Kai, several times, had me wanting to reach through the book to smack him. It sometimes shocked me I wasn’t physically there with them. However, the next moment I was heavily cheering for his relationship and Alice. It’s not perfect by any mean, but it shows how they communicate through things and that’s huge!
Definitely worth reading. There’s the perfect amount of spice, anger, romance, and of course MAGIC. ✨ Alice will have you laughing, gasping, and throwing your first in the air. Like YES MA’AM!
I’m living for these characters. Kai is my book boyfriend every time I open it. Alice feels like my twin at some points. Finn is my favorite comedian and fictional best friend figure. Lucifer is just a mess I want to know more about. His appearances have me aching to know more about him and his past. Not to mention Luri! There’s everything fire in Luri and I love the bond she has with Alice that has everyone rooting for their overcoming of everything in their way.
12/10 read. Aggie, girl, you’re an incredible author. Thank you for writing through everything for your readers. I’m beyond grateful to be apart of your team! Every book has me reaching for the next and setting reminders for release dates!
-Very thrilled, grateful Arc reader!!
There’s few good enough words to describe the thought put into this book. The way Finn and Luri are supporting characters, it makes you lean on the edge of the seat for more of their witty comments and actions.
Kai, several times, had me wanting to reach through the book to smack him. It sometimes shocked me I wasn’t physically there with them. However, the next moment I was heavily cheering for his relationship and Alice. It’s not perfect by any mean, but it shows how they communicate through things and that’s huge!
Definitely worth reading. There’s the perfect amount of spice, anger, romance, and of course MAGIC. ✨ Alice will have you laughing, gasping, and throwing your first in the air. Like YES MA’AM!
I’m living for these characters. Kai is my book boyfriend every time I open it. Alice feels like my twin at some points. Finn is my favorite comedian and fictional best friend figure. Lucifer is just a mess I want to know more about. His appearances have me aching to know more about him and his past. Not to mention Luri! There’s everything fire in Luri and I love the bond she has with Alice that has everyone rooting for their overcoming of everything in their way.
12/10 read. Aggie, girl, you’re an incredible author. Thank you for writing through everything for your readers. I’m beyond grateful to be apart of your team! Every book has me reaching for the next and setting reminders for release dates!
-Very thrilled, grateful Arc reader!!
July 16, 2023
I have 2!
I have two very important words for the author of this series.
Number one is editor. If you have an editor already, you need a better one. The second word is dictionary! Please look up words before you use them, because you obviously do not know what they mean.
Reading a story is like running. The story is the road you run on. You start off slow, then you start to speed up. As the story gets deeper, drawing you in, a jog will turn into a full on sprint. Once you’ve gotten into the zone, you’re practically FLYING! Coming across an instance of incorrect word usage, lack of proper conjugation, horrible grammar, missed or misused punctuation, etcetera at that point is like tripping over a big rock, or maybe a pothole at top speed and landing flat on your face! It is painful! If the story is good, and you’re determined enough, you get up, wipe off the blood, and start all over again; slowly getting back into it reaching that sprint… Just in time to fall on your face again!
As you can imagine, this can ruin a potentially enjoyable reading experience.
No shade as your basic story is great. Unfortunately writing a novel is about much more than just having a good story idea. Good editing can save this pitted and potholed road you’ve laid.
I have two very important words for the author of this series.
Number one is editor. If you have an editor already, you need a better one. The second word is dictionary! Please look up words before you use them, because you obviously do not know what they mean.
Reading a story is like running. The story is the road you run on. You start off slow, then you start to speed up. As the story gets deeper, drawing you in, a jog will turn into a full on sprint. Once you’ve gotten into the zone, you’re practically FLYING! Coming across an instance of incorrect word usage, lack of proper conjugation, horrible grammar, missed or misused punctuation, etcetera at that point is like tripping over a big rock, or maybe a pothole at top speed and landing flat on your face! It is painful! If the story is good, and you’re determined enough, you get up, wipe off the blood, and start all over again; slowly getting back into it reaching that sprint… Just in time to fall on your face again!
As you can imagine, this can ruin a potentially enjoyable reading experience.
No shade as your basic story is great. Unfortunately writing a novel is about much more than just having a good story idea. Good editing can save this pitted and potholed road you’ve laid.
December 2, 2022
Hades and Persephone meets Alice in Wonderland... Except nothing is how you think it will be.
The Deamon Prince was the start of this fire romance where the prince of hell has to take a wife. But instead of getting a wife that will do as she is told he gets Alice. And as we see a year later and Alice is still trying to figure out her place and powers. While marching to a drum out I'd tune with both her future husband and Lucifer. But more importantly in tuned with her. She will risk everything for those she loves and go up against anyone including the high king.
Kia is starting to realize that his future bride is forever going to do what she wants and even if it puts her at risk. As some point I hope that these two figure out that they are better together then apart. And now we have added in another temptation that could put Kia and Alice's relationship at even more risk.
This story hooks you and you find yourself not wanting it to end. And that ending 👀! I can't wait to see what happens next and how Alice fixes everything that she has done in the name of protecting those she loves.
The Deamon Prince was the start of this fire romance where the prince of hell has to take a wife. But instead of getting a wife that will do as she is told he gets Alice. And as we see a year later and Alice is still trying to figure out her place and powers. While marching to a drum out I'd tune with both her future husband and Lucifer. But more importantly in tuned with her. She will risk everything for those she loves and go up against anyone including the high king.
Kia is starting to realize that his future bride is forever going to do what she wants and even if it puts her at risk. As some point I hope that these two figure out that they are better together then apart. And now we have added in another temptation that could put Kia and Alice's relationship at even more risk.
This story hooks you and you find yourself not wanting it to end. And that ending 👀! I can't wait to see what happens next and how Alice fixes everything that she has done in the name of protecting those she loves.
December 14, 2022
Continuity is an Issue
There's a definite issue with continuity between the first book and this one. It made for quite the confusion until I finally had to just let some things go. That is a serious deterrent from enjoying a book. Add to that a copious amount of typos and the wrong words typed into sentences (or left out) and it decidedly lessened the reader's experience from what it could be.
So, why did I give it 4 stars? Because overall, it really is still that good. In fact, aside from the "epilogue" being a mere short scene that was more like a random piece to heighten a cliffhanger type feeling (it did the opposite), the bulk of the second part of the book was as great as the first book. I do hope that the next book brings Alice some character development though because this book highlighted her tendency to not learn from her mistakes, not take responsibility for her mistakes, and continue to assume that she knows better than everyone else despite the inevitable "oops" moment that follows. I'm also not sure if she gets the difference between love and lust, though Kai does.
There's a definite issue with continuity between the first book and this one. It made for quite the confusion until I finally had to just let some things go. That is a serious deterrent from enjoying a book. Add to that a copious amount of typos and the wrong words typed into sentences (or left out) and it decidedly lessened the reader's experience from what it could be.
So, why did I give it 4 stars? Because overall, it really is still that good. In fact, aside from the "epilogue" being a mere short scene that was more like a random piece to heighten a cliffhanger type feeling (it did the opposite), the bulk of the second part of the book was as great as the first book. I do hope that the next book brings Alice some character development though because this book highlighted her tendency to not learn from her mistakes, not take responsibility for her mistakes, and continue to assume that she knows better than everyone else despite the inevitable "oops" moment that follows. I'm also not sure if she gets the difference between love and lust, though Kai does.
December 4, 2022
Can't wait for the next book! Can't get enough of Kai and Alice.
I love the dynamics between Kai and Alice and the cliffhanger is going to keep me up at night for a couple days. I cannot wait for the next book.
In The Demon Prince it was just the beginning of their story. Kai is one of the best book boyfriends. He is bossy, handsome and protective. Kai peered up with his wife Alice who humor is on point and is stubborn as she is beautiful you couldn't ask for a better couple.
In Crown of Ashes we see how stubborn and loyal Alice really is. She will stand up for what she believes is right and for her loved ones regardless of the risks. I love to read how she handles each situation she is in.
Kai has some hard decisions to make and during the story I started to get angry with his character but tried to understand his actions from his perspective helped me come to terms with his actions.
Overall, this is a great read. I love Amanda's writing style and cannot wait for the next book!
I love the dynamics between Kai and Alice and the cliffhanger is going to keep me up at night for a couple days. I cannot wait for the next book.
In The Demon Prince it was just the beginning of their story. Kai is one of the best book boyfriends. He is bossy, handsome and protective. Kai peered up with his wife Alice who humor is on point and is stubborn as she is beautiful you couldn't ask for a better couple.
In Crown of Ashes we see how stubborn and loyal Alice really is. She will stand up for what she believes is right and for her loved ones regardless of the risks. I love to read how she handles each situation she is in.
Kai has some hard decisions to make and during the story I started to get angry with his character but tried to understand his actions from his perspective helped me come to terms with his actions.
Overall, this is a great read. I love Amanda's writing style and cannot wait for the next book!
December 3, 2022
Type: Romantasy
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
Age range: NA
Favorite Quotes:
“You’re my favorite flavor, princess”
“Where’s your crown princess?” Why does everything ask that?
Review:
We jump into book 2 around where we left off in book 1. Some time has passed and Alice is further down the rabbit hole. There’s been strain on Alice and Kai’s relationship, we find out some really important back story and information that could change what path our Prince and Princess of Hell take and where the future will lead. There was some character development but I personally would have liked more. I have so many questions! (It’s a good thing, I promise)
I’m left a little confused on how I feel, I hope I’m not over thinking a relationship but…time will tell in book 3.
Tropes:
- Dark Fantasy Romance
- Magic
- Gods & Demons
- Courts & Kingdoms
- Touch her and die
- Found family
- Enemies to Lovers
- Slow burn to Spicy
- Bat boys
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
Age range: NA
Favorite Quotes:
“You’re my favorite flavor, princess”
“Where’s your crown princess?” Why does everything ask that?
Review:
We jump into book 2 around where we left off in book 1. Some time has passed and Alice is further down the rabbit hole. There’s been strain on Alice and Kai’s relationship, we find out some really important back story and information that could change what path our Prince and Princess of Hell take and where the future will lead. There was some character development but I personally would have liked more. I have so many questions! (It’s a good thing, I promise)
I’m left a little confused on how I feel, I hope I’m not over thinking a relationship but…time will tell in book 3.
Tropes:
- Dark Fantasy Romance
- Magic
- Gods & Demons
- Courts & Kingdoms
- Touch her and die
- Found family
- Enemies to Lovers
- Slow burn to Spicy
- Bat boys
June 7, 2023
Absolutely spellbinding...
Book 1 & 2 can really do with some editing. Lots of errors and plot errors found throughout the whole book!! But with that being said, I do still recommend this book as the storyline is still really good and captivating.
As I really enjoyed & loved the rollercoaster ride this story took me on, I couldn't get off the ride until I fully finished it in one sitting.. In Book 1 I could barely stand Alice our MFC as she was just so annoying and childish. But in Book 2 she's really come a long way in such a short amount of time. She's now an absolute bada$$. I loved how she's grown into a truly kicka$$ warrior Princess, who will do everything she can to protect the people she loves and care about. I'm really looking forward to reading Book 3 the final installment as I feel she's barely tapped into her full potential in regards to her witchy & archangel powers.
Book 1 & 2 can really do with some editing. Lots of errors and plot errors found throughout the whole book!! But with that being said, I do still recommend this book as the storyline is still really good and captivating.
As I really enjoyed & loved the rollercoaster ride this story took me on, I couldn't get off the ride until I fully finished it in one sitting.. In Book 1 I could barely stand Alice our MFC as she was just so annoying and childish. But in Book 2 she's really come a long way in such a short amount of time. She's now an absolute bada$$. I loved how she's grown into a truly kicka$$ warrior Princess, who will do everything she can to protect the people she loves and care about. I'm really looking forward to reading Book 3 the final installment as I feel she's barely tapped into her full potential in regards to her witchy & archangel powers.
July 23, 2025
It is so rare for me to DNF because I'm so easy to please. I got to 70% and I've been struggling since 2%. From one book to the next it's like there was a different author, the time jump was poorly done and gave me whiplash. It's as though the author didn't know how to write a developing relationship I suppose.
To open the book with Alice ready to go to war and then kill for a creature that we as the readers, barely know, was underwhelming. I thought I accidentally skipped to the 3rd book, which I won't be reading since I don't care for the soap opera twists, random new threats with no development.
I give it 2 stars for the lore alone. But with that, it was ALL over the place. The potential for a great story was there, the background stories were great but poorly executed. All these new characters, random brother, bla bla is your uncle, grandpa, cousin. It was too much. There shouldn't have been a time skip and these people should have been developed better.
To open the book with Alice ready to go to war and then kill for a creature that we as the readers, barely know, was underwhelming. I thought I accidentally skipped to the 3rd book, which I won't be reading since I don't care for the soap opera twists, random new threats with no development.
I give it 2 stars for the lore alone. But with that, it was ALL over the place. The potential for a great story was there, the background stories were great but poorly executed. All these new characters, random brother, bla bla is your uncle, grandpa, cousin. It was too much. There shouldn't have been a time skip and these people should have been developed better.
November 26, 2022
Damnit! This cliffhanger is not what I was expecting! I knew it was too close to the end of the book to get answers I needed, yet I need them!
This is the second book in this paranormal series, and I am here for it! Alice is a stubborn, strong, and fierce woman who is trying to find her way in a world where she is tolerated. Her love for Kai continues to grown even with all the secrets and mystery. This witch will save everyone she cares about most, but is deadly as not someone you want to make your enemy. The love and smexy scenes are palatable throughout the book.
Finn is an amazing best friend and quickly became a favorite of mine.
I can’t wait for the next book in the series to see where the story goes and what happens next!
This is the second book in this paranormal series, and I am here for it! Alice is a stubborn, strong, and fierce woman who is trying to find her way in a world where she is tolerated. Her love for Kai continues to grown even with all the secrets and mystery. This witch will save everyone she cares about most, but is deadly as not someone you want to make your enemy. The love and smexy scenes are palatable throughout the book.
Finn is an amazing best friend and quickly became a favorite of mine.
I can’t wait for the next book in the series to see where the story goes and what happens next!
September 1, 2024
I liked the first one because it were exactly what i wanted. Something possibly grey, easy to get into and very entertaining.
But the feel of Crown of Ashes i extremely confusing. It feels as if tha author doesn't know which direction she wants to go, the extremely dark betrayal route with messed up soulmates and "i love you but can't stand you." OR the more romantic route with friends, allies and "i did all this to help you, you hate it now but will love me later."
Do not get me wrong, I liked to book! But I got frustrated with the mixed vibes. I honestly thought that she would leave Kai for Finn, and then I thought that she would leave Kai for his brother. But nooo, she still loves Kai and I don't think i want her to say with him anymore. Like i said, im confused...
But the feel of Crown of Ashes i extremely confusing. It feels as if tha author doesn't know which direction she wants to go, the extremely dark betrayal route with messed up soulmates and "i love you but can't stand you." OR the more romantic route with friends, allies and "i did all this to help you, you hate it now but will love me later."
Do not get me wrong, I liked to book! But I got frustrated with the mixed vibes. I honestly thought that she would leave Kai for Finn, and then I thought that she would leave Kai for his brother. But nooo, she still loves Kai and I don't think i want her to say with him anymore. Like i said, im confused...
December 9, 2022
A few words and phrases come to mind when trying to sum up this book: Relatable characters. Incredible worldbuilding. Unputdownable. Honestly, this book was amazing. Crown of Ashes is book two in the Dark Halos trilogy and continues Kai and Alice's story, which begins in The Demon Prince. It's a page-turner full of action and adventure. We learn more about Hell and the people in it and we see Alice grow into a courageous heroine. Ultimately, Amanda Aggie's writing keeps you intrigued and wanting more. This is reminiscent of how I felt reading "A Court of Thorns and Roses" so fans of Sarah J. Maas will love this series too. I cannot wait for book 3 "The Crimson Queen" to come out in 2023!
December 14, 2022
Loved it!!
I could not put this book down. I love the banter in this book, so much better than the first. Also Finn is my new best side character! Freaking love that guy. So this book delves deeper into Alice and her unchecked powers. Although Kai was gone for better part of a year, I think it was somewhat needed for Alice especially for her character to grow. There were parts I got emotional for Alice and was upset with Kai, but as the author weaves the story you begin to understand the why. This book does end on a cliffhanger, but I loved it. I'm excited to see what Alice does in the next book and also learning about Asmodeus a little more. Can't wait till the next one.
I could not put this book down. I love the banter in this book, so much better than the first. Also Finn is my new best side character! Freaking love that guy. So this book delves deeper into Alice and her unchecked powers. Although Kai was gone for better part of a year, I think it was somewhat needed for Alice especially for her character to grow. There were parts I got emotional for Alice and was upset with Kai, but as the author weaves the story you begin to understand the why. This book does end on a cliffhanger, but I loved it. I'm excited to see what Alice does in the next book and also learning about Asmodeus a little more. Can't wait till the next one.
July 21, 2023
What difference a year makes
Alice has really become a well trained fight machine with Kai on the road trying to boost relationships with the other Kingdoms in order to build an army to fight Michael a poor substitute for missing God.
Alice’s constant companion and Kai’s best friend Finn is teaching her about Hell Hold’s culture as well as fighting. Alice and Kai are deeply in love but secrets and the upcoming war are forcing them to take a stand. Lucifer has manufactured a situation that could change the outcomes of many.
Really great growth as a heroine! I do still like our dark Prince but he got on my last nerve trying make Alice bend to his will.
Alice has really become a well trained fight machine with Kai on the road trying to boost relationships with the other Kingdoms in order to build an army to fight Michael a poor substitute for missing God.
Alice’s constant companion and Kai’s best friend Finn is teaching her about Hell Hold’s culture as well as fighting. Alice and Kai are deeply in love but secrets and the upcoming war are forcing them to take a stand. Lucifer has manufactured a situation that could change the outcomes of many.
Really great growth as a heroine! I do still like our dark Prince but he got on my last nerve trying make Alice bend to his will.
January 5, 2025
This second installment in the trilogy was an improvement over the first, with an engaging plot and smoother pacing. The shift in focus from romance to mystery and political intrigue made the story feel more unique and layered. However, the lack of character development, weak antagonist, and minimal worldbuilding were drawbacks. While the romance felt like a secondary consideration and at times unnecessary, the relationship dynamics, particularly between Kai and Alice, still added emotional tension. This book lays a solid foundation for the trilogy's conclusion, but it could have been stronger with more attention to character growth and worldbuilding.
December 2, 2022
First off I wanted to smack Kai so many damn times! Ugh that nephilim is infuriating… but very handsome lol
My gosh this was a lot, there was so much that was discovered, planned, coveted and lost it was mind blowing. Kai and Alice are my favorite strong headed couple so I’m biting my nails over here… then his brother omg this was just so well done and made you feel all range of emotions I am absolutely gonna freak until book 3 comes out. The story flowed fabulously the plot was hella thick with no holes and the pages sucked you in.
My gosh this was a lot, there was so much that was discovered, planned, coveted and lost it was mind blowing. Kai and Alice are my favorite strong headed couple so I’m biting my nails over here… then his brother omg this was just so well done and made you feel all range of emotions I am absolutely gonna freak until book 3 comes out. The story flowed fabulously the plot was hella thick with no holes and the pages sucked you in.
December 3, 2022
4.5 stars
So much drama and many little twists in this one!
We see how Kai and Alice have been living this past year (not how I expected) and follow along as Alice trains and learns how to handle the magic within herself.
There were so many times I thought one thing was happening (or true) only to find it was something else. I loved that.
To be honest, I didn't care for Kai in this one. I liked him more in the first one. Alice was still her strong, stubborn self and I was rooting for her the whole time.
This was an exciting story to read and can't wait for book 3!
So much drama and many little twists in this one!
We see how Kai and Alice have been living this past year (not how I expected) and follow along as Alice trains and learns how to handle the magic within herself.
There were so many times I thought one thing was happening (or true) only to find it was something else. I loved that.
To be honest, I didn't care for Kai in this one. I liked him more in the first one. Alice was still her strong, stubborn self and I was rooting for her the whole time.
This was an exciting story to read and can't wait for book 3!
December 4, 2022
Amanda Aggie does it again and continues to be one of my faves.
Crown of Ashes is the second book in the Dark Halos Trilogy. It follows the Demon Prince. It checks all the marks for being a dark fantasy romance.
Amanda has a way with describing scenes to allow her readers to feel completely immersed in the experience. This series is perfect with the romance and the action.
It does end on a cliffhanger, which is expected when you know it’s a trilogy. I’ll be not so patiently waiting for the final installment.
Crown of Ashes is the second book in the Dark Halos Trilogy. It follows the Demon Prince. It checks all the marks for being a dark fantasy romance.
Amanda has a way with describing scenes to allow her readers to feel completely immersed in the experience. This series is perfect with the romance and the action.
It does end on a cliffhanger, which is expected when you know it’s a trilogy. I’ll be not so patiently waiting for the final installment.
December 5, 2022
I became an ARC reader foe Amanda Aggie a few books ago. The 1st one in this series sucked me in so that I bought the physical book as well. Love the characters. There are so many twists & turns in this wonderful world she has created. One minute you are wanting to bash (usually Kai) for being headstrong. The next minute you are rooting them along. The spice is on point in this one. This will be another one that I will get the physical version as well. Absolutely can't wait for book 3 to come out & tie everything up!
November 26, 2022
Let me see where do I start………….this book is absolutely AMAZING!!! I was obsessed with Kia and Alice to begin with but now even more so!!! The development of the characters as themselves and as a couple is fantastic. Learning and reaching out to the other relationships they have are even better. (Everyone needs a Finn in there lives). Can I read the 3rd book now please?? This is a definite read!!!!
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