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Dragon Isle Wars #3
Throne of Serpents
He's the villain of her dreams and she’s the traitor of his nightmares.
Wren’s world shattered the day Arrik became king and he broke every promise he’d made to her. Fueled by rage and betrayal, she must double-cross her husband to save the realm from war. But with every passing day, as her devilish king tries to entice Wren to stand by his side, she finds herself struggling not to fall for his charms and seduction.
After years of scheming, Arrik finally held the world in his hands. But it wasn’t enough. Secretly, he’d always wanted someone to share it with, but his queen was hiding something from him. On the brink of civil unrest, he must secure his power at all costs. Even if it means losing the woman he loves.
Passionate and heart pounding, Throne of Serpents is the epic conclusion to of the Dragon Isle Wars. This romantic villain fantasy is inspired by tales of Beauty and the Beast, Vikings, and Reylo. It's perfect for readers who love Glint, A Deal with the Elf King, The Bridge Kingdom, and The Serpent & the Wings of Night.
Wren’s world shattered the day Arrik became king and he broke every promise he’d made to her. Fueled by rage and betrayal, she must double-cross her husband to save the realm from war. But with every passing day, as her devilish king tries to entice Wren to stand by his side, she finds herself struggling not to fall for his charms and seduction.
After years of scheming, Arrik finally held the world in his hands. But it wasn’t enough. Secretly, he’d always wanted someone to share it with, but his queen was hiding something from him. On the brink of civil unrest, he must secure his power at all costs. Even if it means losing the woman he loves.
Passionate and heart pounding, Throne of Serpents is the epic conclusion to of the Dragon Isle Wars. This romantic villain fantasy is inspired by tales of Beauty and the Beast, Vikings, and Reylo. It's perfect for readers who love Glint, A Deal with the Elf King, The Bridge Kingdom, and The Serpent & the Wings of Night.
414 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 7, 2023
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Frost Kay
36 books1,401 followersUSA Today Bestselling Author Frost Kay is a certified book dragon with an excessive TBR, and a shoe obsession. If you love bewitching fantasy and sci-fi, epic adventures, dark promises, thrilling action, swoon worthy anti heroes, and slow burning romance; her books are for you!
She claims ownership to the bestselling young adult series The Aermian Feuds packed with adventure, secrets, and betrayal.
Fans of Frost Kay love her epic and science fiction teen titles for their "witty banter and exquisitely crafted sentences (that) never leave you bored or wanting," and "find the writing on par with Queen (Sarah J.) Maas and Elise Kova."
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She claims ownership to the bestselling young adult series The Aermian Feuds packed with adventure, secrets, and betrayal.
Fans of Frost Kay love her epic and science fiction teen titles for their "witty banter and exquisitely crafted sentences (that) never leave you bored or wanting," and "find the writing on par with Queen (Sarah J.) Maas and Elise Kova."
You can find her at www.frostkay.net
You can also sign up for a free story here:goo.gl/Z2PkyC
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November 25, 2023
This was a longer read for me. It’s not the happy, exciting adventure that gets your heart racing. It’s a series full of tragedy and circumstance that leave our main characters broken and sad. They have a deep love toward each other, but even that is not straight forward. It’s a road cobbled with hard decisions and many betrayals. The side characters are wonderfully deep and add to the story, I wouldn’t want to miss a single one - despicable or kindhearted..
The story never felt like it was stagnant. There was a constant flow and every passage was an important piece added to the overall story, but I did like some parts better than others.
If you keep reading you are rewarded with a happily ever after, but I wish it had gotten a bit more page time. It feels rather short after all the brokenness and didn’t quite uplift the story to the degree I had hoped.
Overall:
Its a great read, but you need to be in the right mood for it, as it’s not an easygoing one. It’s a very cleverly thought out story though, so definitely recommended, just not in the classic romance way
The story never felt like it was stagnant. There was a constant flow and every passage was an important piece added to the overall story, but I did like some parts better than others.
If you keep reading you are rewarded with a happily ever after, but I wish it had gotten a bit more page time. It feels rather short after all the brokenness and didn’t quite uplift the story to the degree I had hoped.
Overall:
Its a great read, but you need to be in the right mood for it, as it’s not an easygoing one. It’s a very cleverly thought out story though, so definitely recommended, just not in the classic romance way
July 7, 2024
• knife to the throat
• betrayal on both sides
• enemies to lovers to the very last page
• both very cunning and capable love interests
• i just wanted the dragons to be more involved…
I thoroughly enjoyed this conclusion. I really love that Wren and Arric don’t have a conventional love story that you see in so many other enemies to lovers fanro. I was questioning if they’d have a happy ending until the very end. Neither of them ever truly succumb to their feelings and fight with every breath for their warring kingdoms 🔥🔥🔥
The only critique is I wanted more dragon involvement. I thought they were so interesting and they do appear but they’re constantly on the periphery of the story.
• betrayal on both sides
• enemies to lovers to the very last page
• both very cunning and capable love interests
• i just wanted the dragons to be more involved…
I thoroughly enjoyed this conclusion. I really love that Wren and Arric don’t have a conventional love story that you see in so many other enemies to lovers fanro. I was questioning if they’d have a happy ending until the very end. Neither of them ever truly succumb to their feelings and fight with every breath for their warring kingdoms 🔥🔥🔥
The only critique is I wanted more dragon involvement. I thought they were so interesting and they do appear but they’re constantly on the periphery of the story.
January 21, 2024
2.75 stars!
November 14, 2023
WTF? Such a waste of space and time this series is 🤦🏻♀️
The story is so freaking juvenile. I was fooled by the gorgeous covers of these books. I learned my lesson to not judge a book by its cover. 😂 The characters are bleh and nothing is interesting. This series had DRAGONS! Dragons! And managed to do absolutely nothing with them 🥲 oh also this series had 0 spice 😒 FMC and MMC barely kissed in three damn books😡
The story is so freaking juvenile. I was fooled by the gorgeous covers of these books. I learned my lesson to not judge a book by its cover. 😂 The characters are bleh and nothing is interesting. This series had DRAGONS! Dragons! And managed to do absolutely nothing with them 🥲 oh also this series had 0 spice 😒 FMC and MMC barely kissed in three damn books😡
January 7, 2024
the final book was a big letdown. I feel like I was reading a different story with different characters than I read in the first two books.
I will say the author can still write and she did get me with some tears, lol - but it felt like I skipped a book or two in the series and wasn't sure how we got to this point. Besides the characters feeling different, it felt more like reading a checklist of what needed to be wrapped up without the build-up or anticpation. If someone dies who cares, tables get turned who cares because my investment in these actions, development, or characters was never built up. It felt like a series the author needed to finish but wasn't selling well so had to through the rest of series into one book, so we had a ending and those never work for me.
I will say the author can still write and she did get me with some tears, lol - but it felt like I skipped a book or two in the series and wasn't sure how we got to this point. Besides the characters feeling different, it felt more like reading a checklist of what needed to be wrapped up without the build-up or anticpation. If someone dies who cares, tables get turned who cares because my investment in these actions, development, or characters was never built up. It felt like a series the author needed to finish but wasn't selling well so had to through the rest of series into one book, so we had a ending and those never work for me.
February 15, 2024
I enjoyed the series overall but this drove me nuts. There’s a huge, pivotal moment at the end where Arrick finds out that Britta is Wren’s sister and suddenly understands just how much Wren has trusted him:
“She’s your sister?” he said, turning back to his wife.
She nodded, studying his expression. “Yes. And the true heir to the isles.”
He blinked slowly. “True heir?” He’d never heard of another princess.
What?!? In Book 2 we have this scene:
He brushed a strand of hair from her face. “You have a younger sister. The true heir to the Dragon Isles.”
This is such a big oversight, especially to use it as a significant moment between them in both books.
Overall, I really enjoyed the story and the characters right up until the last half of the final book.
“She’s your sister?” he said, turning back to his wife.
She nodded, studying his expression. “Yes. And the true heir to the isles.”
He blinked slowly. “True heir?” He’d never heard of another princess.
What?!? In Book 2 we have this scene:
He brushed a strand of hair from her face. “You have a younger sister. The true heir to the Dragon Isles.”
This is such a big oversight, especially to use it as a significant moment between them in both books.
Overall, I really enjoyed the story and the characters right up until the last half of the final book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 22, 2024
What a stupid ending
Let me start by saying I loved the first book of the series. It was so good and I couldn’t wait to find out what would happen next. The second was okay, definitely not as good as the first, but I was still invested and wanted to see how Wren and Arrick’ story would play the title for that ad was out. (Spoiler Alert ahead) But this book, ugh, the ending was terrible. I really didn’t enjoy Wren is this book either. Why is she always right, even when doing wrong? How did she get enough supporters to be successful when she says she’s surrounded by vipers? Why would Wren sleep with Arrick after agreeing to assassinate him? I have so many other questions and thoughts. The ending was weird, Arrick saying that he can just change his appearance so they can have a future together is a flimsy solution at best. Much like other reviewers have said the ending felt rushed. It’s like the author just ran out of steam or couldn’t figure out a way to end it. Also, I’m not a big fan of the physical nature of the relationship between Arrick and Wren. It’s just abusive, not something that’s enjoyable to read and it makes it challenging to root for them as a couple. Save your time and something else.
Let me start by saying I loved the first book of the series. It was so good and I couldn’t wait to find out what would happen next. The second was okay, definitely not as good as the first, but I was still invested and wanted to see how Wren and Arrick’ story would play the title for that ad was out. (Spoiler Alert ahead) But this book, ugh, the ending was terrible. I really didn’t enjoy Wren is this book either. Why is she always right, even when doing wrong? How did she get enough supporters to be successful when she says she’s surrounded by vipers? Why would Wren sleep with Arrick after agreeing to assassinate him? I have so many other questions and thoughts. The ending was weird, Arrick saying that he can just change his appearance so they can have a future together is a flimsy solution at best. Much like other reviewers have said the ending felt rushed. It’s like the author just ran out of steam or couldn’t figure out a way to end it. Also, I’m not a big fan of the physical nature of the relationship between Arrick and Wren. It’s just abusive, not something that’s enjoyable to read and it makes it challenging to root for them as a couple. Save your time and something else.
November 4, 2024
Was a little better than the first two but still felt like this series had so much potential and it was ruuuined by poor writing. Lots and lots of grammatical errors between all three books. I felt like the story was dragging on for daaaaays but at the same time I felt like I was reading some kind of chapter summary?! The lack of detail was disappointing and I hate the main character. The choices she made and her thought process was very chopping and confusing and I felt like most all of the conversations were very forced. Glad to be finished, but was really hoping for more detail, better storylines, and character development. The ending killed me, Arrik deserves a better ending, the reunion with Britta was disappointing, and the dragons deserved SO much more time and detail. Mega bummed out
December 12, 2024
I should have DNF'd this book but I needed to complete the series.
Things technically happened in the book but I felt like I was reading a recap rather than the actual events unfolding. The characters just fluttered from one plot point to the next without any emotional development. This made the book drag for me. Especially the ending! The last 20% of the book was time jumps that didn't even end with a satisfying conclusion.
The couple. By the end of the book I didn't even want them to be together. They never properly explored the issue of the relationship. And the ending? Let's mutilate the MMC so that he has to assimilate to the FMCs home culture. Yeah that's not going to last.
Also, there were two closed door scenes and that was it. For a supposed slowburn I felt incredibly let down. No angst. Not worth your time
Things technically happened in the book but I felt like I was reading a recap rather than the actual events unfolding. The characters just fluttered from one plot point to the next without any emotional development. This made the book drag for me. Especially the ending! The last 20% of the book was time jumps that didn't even end with a satisfying conclusion.
The couple. By the end of the book I didn't even want them to be together. They never properly explored the issue of the relationship. And the ending? Let's mutilate the MMC so that he has to assimilate to the FMCs home culture. Yeah that's not going to last.
Also, there were two closed door scenes and that was it. For a supposed slowburn I felt incredibly let down. No angst. Not worth your time
September 10, 2024
FMC was not a stupid bitch. But my car could fall through the plot holes.
March 2, 2025
I was so bored listening along to this
July 10, 2024
3.5/5 ⭐️
This series was pretty fun! I think there definitely could’ve been some more development in place of filler scenes across all 3 books, but what I appreciated about this final book most was that the ending didn’t seem rushed. The loose ends weren’t tied up hastily.
I did find myself wanting more from the overarching plot. Calling the series “the dragon isle wars” to me indicates some battle scenes, some excitement, more dragons getting into the mix… and yes there was plenty of one-on-one fighting between individual characters, but the most battle/warlike part of the series is the catalyst in book 1… after that it was mostly political stalling and moving around to different with some secret goal of the rebellion in mind (that is never revealed to Wren… what even were the rebellions plans?), and then saving some slaves from a dark elf lord. While all of that did allow for Wren to get into situations where she could be heroic… it just didn’t seem like there was a goal or a purpose for why they were there to begin with. All that being said though, it is a fun little fantasy series! I’d probably rec it to someone who wants to dip their toe into fantasy genre but doesn’t want to commit to a longer, more involved series.
This series was pretty fun! I think there definitely could’ve been some more development in place of filler scenes across all 3 books, but what I appreciated about this final book most was that the ending didn’t seem rushed. The loose ends weren’t tied up hastily.
I did find myself wanting more from the overarching plot. Calling the series “the dragon isle wars” to me indicates some battle scenes, some excitement, more dragons getting into the mix… and yes there was plenty of one-on-one fighting between individual characters, but the most battle/warlike part of the series is the catalyst in book 1… after that it was mostly political stalling and moving around to different with some secret goal of the rebellion in mind (that is never revealed to Wren… what even were the rebellions plans?), and then saving some slaves from a dark elf lord. While all of that did allow for Wren to get into situations where she could be heroic… it just didn’t seem like there was a goal or a purpose for why they were there to begin with. All that being said though, it is a fun little fantasy series! I’d probably rec it to someone who wants to dip their toe into fantasy genre but doesn’t want to commit to a longer, more involved series.
January 17, 2025
4.5/5 stars. I really enjoyed this trilogy. I think Frost Kay did a great job adding layers to the story and her character arcs were exciting. Each book is better than the last and the end was tied up very nicely while making me want more! I will definitely be reading more of Frost Kay’s works.
March 26, 2024
He wanted to show her his weapons room? And was worried about her response? What? Then revealed he kept her mom's bow after he killed her ... I feel like we are just glazing over how awful Arrick is.
I love and hate how Wren kind of makes the decision to take over. It leaves little to no room for actual character growth for Arrick. He doesn't make the decision to do better, he just goes along with his exile.
It didn't feel like Josenau was supposed to rule at the end of this. Maybe I missed the lead up but I found that surprising. But frankly I like the idea that the MCs aren't the right ones to rule.
The ending definitely felt rushed.
I love and hate how Wren kind of makes the decision to take over. It leaves little to no room for actual character growth for Arrick. He doesn't make the decision to do better, he just goes along with his exile.
It didn't feel like Josenau was supposed to rule at the end of this. Maybe I missed the lead up but I found that surprising. But frankly I like the idea that the MCs aren't the right ones to rule.
The ending definitely felt rushed.
July 1, 2024
*******SPOILERS********
W
T
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Okay, you have a pivotal moment at the end of the book where Arrick finds out about Britta being the heir to the Dragon Isle Throne and that’s why Wren has astonishingly done everything she has; FOR BRITTA.
BUT WAIT. HE ALREADY KNEW THIS IN BOOK 2 WHEN HE HAS A MOMENT WITH WREN AND BRINGS IT UP.
👀
Come onnnnnnn. Seriously, that’s a huge oversight.
I’ll say nothing else but one other thing, because that did me in. This shows how messy and all over the place book 2 and 3 were.
This was better than book 2 though. I think.
Book 1 had me hooked! It was great, it was going somewhere… SO much potential.
Sigh.
W
T
F
Okay, you have a pivotal moment at the end of the book where Arrick finds out about Britta being the heir to the Dragon Isle Throne and that’s why Wren has astonishingly done everything she has; FOR BRITTA.
BUT WAIT. HE ALREADY KNEW THIS IN BOOK 2 WHEN HE HAS A MOMENT WITH WREN AND BRINGS IT UP.
👀
Come onnnnnnn. Seriously, that’s a huge oversight.
I’ll say nothing else but one other thing, because that did me in. This shows how messy and all over the place book 2 and 3 were.
This was better than book 2 though. I think.
Book 1 had me hooked! It was great, it was going somewhere… SO much potential.
Sigh.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 13, 2023
Drag on reading
Read the whole series. The story majorly dragged. The ending was so rushed. Series started off well but ended up disappointing no redemption arcs
Read the whole series. The story majorly dragged. The ending was so rushed. Series started off well but ended up disappointing no redemption arcs
February 2, 2024
These are written by AI
May 9, 2024
Slow burn. Little to no spice.
November 8, 2023
Are you ready for the nail-biting conclusion to the Dragon Isles series? I wasn't. Throne of Serpents was a stunning conclusion to a great trilogy.
Who is the villain in this story? I certainly don't know. The characters are very complex and things are more on the grey scale than ever before. Both Wren and Arrik have bad moments and good moments. Sure Arrik leans more towards the bad and Wren more towards good but both are still in the grey area for a good chunk of the story. Making a lot of questionable choices but I liked that Wren found her power.
This book caused me so much angst. Gods, my nerves are shot. I liked Wren and Arrik together however between outside forces, Arrik losing his way and Wren struggling to figure things out, it got very problematic between the pair. Their inner commentary was eye-opening, even they were questioning everything, including themselves. They obviously love each other but are in very tough positions. I like Wren and I kinda can't blame her for her actions and I've forgiven Arrik for his past actions but his present ones are giving me pause.
The plot was great. There was a lot of back-and-forth between Wren and Arrik, it was like a mini personal war and I'm sure not even they knew how they were gonna land. The plotting, spying, politics, betrayal, and a few good plot twists, it all was just so good. Not to mention the citizens of Verlanti, from commoners to nobles, being an obstacle for both Wren and Arrik. The intrigue was great and a few characters got what was coming to them.
As I said complex characters and a few of them surprised me and a few didn't. I still hate the rebellion, they went about things the wrong way. Of course, Queen Astrid is a viper, I never trusted her. Leif, Wren's best friend is still a favorite. The ones that surprised me were Josenu, Kalles, and Shane, some of it good and some of it bad. No matter how I feel they added to the story.
What an epic ending to an epic fantasy. Gods, Frost savaged my emotions with this book but Throne of Serpents was worth it. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time wondering what in the World was gonna happen next. She kept me guessing that's for sure. The ending was glorious, I had tears in my eyes. Frost Kay did a fantastic job, Throne of Serpents was perfection.
Who is the villain in this story? I certainly don't know. The characters are very complex and things are more on the grey scale than ever before. Both Wren and Arrik have bad moments and good moments. Sure Arrik leans more towards the bad and Wren more towards good but both are still in the grey area for a good chunk of the story. Making a lot of questionable choices but I liked that Wren found her power.
This book caused me so much angst. Gods, my nerves are shot. I liked Wren and Arrik together however between outside forces, Arrik losing his way and Wren struggling to figure things out, it got very problematic between the pair. Their inner commentary was eye-opening, even they were questioning everything, including themselves. They obviously love each other but are in very tough positions. I like Wren and I kinda can't blame her for her actions and I've forgiven Arrik for his past actions but his present ones are giving me pause.
The plot was great. There was a lot of back-and-forth between Wren and Arrik, it was like a mini personal war and I'm sure not even they knew how they were gonna land. The plotting, spying, politics, betrayal, and a few good plot twists, it all was just so good. Not to mention the citizens of Verlanti, from commoners to nobles, being an obstacle for both Wren and Arrik. The intrigue was great and a few characters got what was coming to them.
As I said complex characters and a few of them surprised me and a few didn't. I still hate the rebellion, they went about things the wrong way. Of course, Queen Astrid is a viper, I never trusted her. Leif, Wren's best friend is still a favorite. The ones that surprised me were Josenu, Kalles, and Shane, some of it good and some of it bad. No matter how I feel they added to the story.
What an epic ending to an epic fantasy. Gods, Frost savaged my emotions with this book but Throne of Serpents was worth it. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time wondering what in the World was gonna happen next. She kept me guessing that's for sure. The ending was glorious, I had tears in my eyes. Frost Kay did a fantastic job, Throne of Serpents was perfection.
November 21, 2023
I received an eARC in exchange of an honest review (the month was chaotic, I sincerely apologize for the delay):
Boyyyy, this was amazing!! First of all, after the ending of the previous book I was worried about how the "corruption" of our hero was gonna go as I loved her as she already was, but as I was expecting a serious, dark beggining for this book, the author went ahead and made some of the funniest first chapters ever. I laughed way too much😂 and smiled a lot more with all of the romantic scenes😍 (now I know what the end of a reallyyyy slow burn feels like).
There were times were I knew what was coming and many others where the book still managed to blow my mind. Mostly, I still love Wren's character so much and loveeed that we got way more chapters from Arrik's point of view.
I will not shy away from admiting that unfair and mean are very light ways of describing the last chapters, like why, Ms. Author?? Even if they made sense, hadn't they gone through enough already??😅 Appearantly not (for those worried if this is something sad or otherwise, I encourage you to read and find out, while I found it mean, it was all worth it in the end😊).
Overall, I would give the book a 4.5/5🌟
In summary,
Pros:
- Best cover in the whole series✅
- Rewarding end to the slow burn romance♥️✅
- Funny and romantic scenes✅
- More Arrik's POV chapters✅
- Wren is the best part of this series✅
Cons:
- A few minor inconsistencies between this book and book 2, but did not take away from being able to enjoy it.
- Wish it had been longer and gave us an epilogue.
- (This is personal) some very bad people deserved wayyyy worse than what they got (then, again, this is just me🙈).
Boyyyy, this was amazing!! First of all, after the ending of the previous book I was worried about how the "corruption" of our hero was gonna go as I loved her as she already was, but as I was expecting a serious, dark beggining for this book, the author went ahead and made some of the funniest first chapters ever. I laughed way too much😂 and smiled a lot more with all of the romantic scenes😍 (now I know what the end of a reallyyyy slow burn feels like).
There were times were I knew what was coming and many others where the book still managed to blow my mind. Mostly, I still love Wren's character so much and loveeed that we got way more chapters from Arrik's point of view.
I will not shy away from admiting that unfair and mean are very light ways of describing the last chapters, like why, Ms. Author?? Even if they made sense, hadn't they gone through enough already??😅 Appearantly not (for those worried if this is something sad or otherwise, I encourage you to read and find out, while I found it mean, it was all worth it in the end😊).
Overall, I would give the book a 4.5/5🌟
In summary,
Pros:
- Best cover in the whole series✅
- Rewarding end to the slow burn romance♥️✅
- Funny and romantic scenes✅
- More Arrik's POV chapters✅
- Wren is the best part of this series✅
Cons:
- A few minor inconsistencies between this book and book 2, but did not take away from being able to enjoy it.
- Wish it had been longer and gave us an epilogue.
- (This is personal) some very bad people deserved wayyyy worse than what they got (then, again, this is just me🙈).
January 9, 2024
🌿Series Review🌿
🎧I’ll start with the fact that dragons are present and people communicate with them through song. Already a wonderful element I know! I thoroughly enjoyed the premise and the dual POV in this story. The overall theme seems to be twofold that there are two sides to every story and that not everything is how it appears. Wren and Auric are excellent MCs and their journey of redemption is so satisfying. I think the author did a great job of impacting the reader and discussing difficult topics without explicit detail. The endings of each book will have you wanting more. I personally wouldn’t consider it YA but rather NA. There is no spice or explicit content however, difficult/mature topics are discussed in an impactful manner. Overall, this was a deep and engaging series.
Author: Frost Kay
Publisher: Independent
Audio: Dreamscape Media
🔔Book One Content notes: mentions of brutality against women without detail, slavery mentioned, neurodivergence representation, mild language (bloo**, h***, etc.), mature themes, heavy violence, war and death, several kisses but no spice.
🔔Book Two Content notes: slavery mentioned, drug den described, mild language (bloo**, h***, etc.), mature themes, heavy violence, innuendo, mentions of ra**, violence against children discussed, war and death.
🔔Book Three Content notes: slavery mentioned, drug den described, mild language (bloo**, h***, etc.), mature themes, heavy violence, innuendo, mentions of ra**, violence against children discussed, heavy described attraction/closed door, war and death.
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🎧I’ll start with the fact that dragons are present and people communicate with them through song. Already a wonderful element I know! I thoroughly enjoyed the premise and the dual POV in this story. The overall theme seems to be twofold that there are two sides to every story and that not everything is how it appears. Wren and Auric are excellent MCs and their journey of redemption is so satisfying. I think the author did a great job of impacting the reader and discussing difficult topics without explicit detail. The endings of each book will have you wanting more. I personally wouldn’t consider it YA but rather NA. There is no spice or explicit content however, difficult/mature topics are discussed in an impactful manner. Overall, this was a deep and engaging series.
Author: Frost Kay
Publisher: Independent
Audio: Dreamscape Media
🔔Book One Content notes: mentions of brutality against women without detail, slavery mentioned, neurodivergence representation, mild language (bloo**, h***, etc.), mature themes, heavy violence, war and death, several kisses but no spice.
🔔Book Two Content notes: slavery mentioned, drug den described, mild language (bloo**, h***, etc.), mature themes, heavy violence, innuendo, mentions of ra**, violence against children discussed, war and death.
🔔Book Three Content notes: slavery mentioned, drug den described, mild language (bloo**, h***, etc.), mature themes, heavy violence, innuendo, mentions of ra**, violence against children discussed, heavy described attraction/closed door, war and death.
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November 6, 2023
“𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘧𝘦. 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘢 𝘥𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦, 𝘺𝘦𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘺. 𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘐’𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘯 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘭 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘯 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦.”
𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬:
Throne of Serpents is the third and final instalment in the Dragon Isle Wars series and it did not disappoint. This book was fast paced and addictive in all the best ways.
Our FMC went through so much character growth and persevered despite her predicament. I also really grew to love Arrik’s character, in true fashion he becomes the villain we all love to hate. The political scheming between these two kept me on my toes throughout and literally had me gasping at certain scenes!!!
The only criticism I have is the fact that I would have loved to have read an epilogue into the future. However, having said this the author has done a great job at setting this story up for possible spin offs.
𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙚𝙣𝙟𝙤𝙮:
🐉 Dual POV
🐉 Badass heroine
🐉 Found family
🐉 Morally-grey FMC
🐉 Villainous love interest
🐉 Enemies to lovers
🐉 Forced proximity
🐉 Dragons, rebellions & secrets
𝙁𝙖𝙫𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙌𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚:
“𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘣𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘥𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘰𝘯 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘦𝘯.” “𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘺 𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘯.”
𝙍𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you so much to @frost.kay.author for the #gifted eARC.
𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬:
Throne of Serpents is the third and final instalment in the Dragon Isle Wars series and it did not disappoint. This book was fast paced and addictive in all the best ways.
Our FMC went through so much character growth and persevered despite her predicament. I also really grew to love Arrik’s character, in true fashion he becomes the villain we all love to hate. The political scheming between these two kept me on my toes throughout and literally had me gasping at certain scenes!!!
The only criticism I have is the fact that I would have loved to have read an epilogue into the future. However, having said this the author has done a great job at setting this story up for possible spin offs.
𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙚𝙣𝙟𝙤𝙮:
🐉 Dual POV
🐉 Badass heroine
🐉 Found family
🐉 Morally-grey FMC
🐉 Villainous love interest
🐉 Enemies to lovers
🐉 Forced proximity
🐉 Dragons, rebellions & secrets
𝙁𝙖𝙫𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙌𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚:
“𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘣𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘥𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘰𝘯 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘦𝘯.” “𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘺 𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘯.”
𝙍𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you so much to @frost.kay.author for the #gifted eARC.
November 10, 2023
Throne of Serpents is book three in Frost Kay's series, Dragon Isle Wars. This was an exciting installment to this series! Thank you to the author directly for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest and unbiased reivew.
What I loved:
- Wren was so incredibly headstrong, which made her such a better character. She fought for what she believed in and didn't let others sway her, even if it greatly cost her personally. Her overall character arc was very fulfilling, and I enjoyed her story quite a bit!
- Arrik's development was very interesting. I didn't expect his story to end the way it did (this is intentionally vague to not spoil anything), but it honestly fits him. I wish we had more glimpses of his POV during the last 20% of the book.
- The supporting cast was excellent. I am a huge fan of Leif, Josenu, and Gunn!
- The enemies to lovers to enemies to lovers pattern was amazing and I ate it up the whole time lol
I am so glad Wren and Arrik’s love prevailed ♡
My personal suggestions:
- I wish the ending was more rounded out. I felt the story ended very abruptly, and it left me feeling like there should have been more to end the story.
- The last 30% was much more fast-paced than the rest of the story, which was a little jarring. I wish this section was more evenly paced or just extended.
Overall, I really enjoyed Throne of Serpents and rate it four out of five stars on my personal scale. I would recommend this to fans of Fourth Wing and ACOTAR.
What I loved:
- Wren was so incredibly headstrong, which made her such a better character. She fought for what she believed in and didn't let others sway her, even if it greatly cost her personally. Her overall character arc was very fulfilling, and I enjoyed her story quite a bit!
- Arrik's development was very interesting. I didn't expect his story to end the way it did (this is intentionally vague to not spoil anything), but it honestly fits him. I wish we had more glimpses of his POV during the last 20% of the book.
- The supporting cast was excellent. I am a huge fan of Leif, Josenu, and Gunn!
- The enemies to lovers to enemies to lovers pattern was amazing and I ate it up the whole time lol
I am so glad Wren and Arrik’s love prevailed ♡
My personal suggestions:
- I wish the ending was more rounded out. I felt the story ended very abruptly, and it left me feeling like there should have been more to end the story.
- The last 30% was much more fast-paced than the rest of the story, which was a little jarring. I wish this section was more evenly paced or just extended.
Overall, I really enjoyed Throne of Serpents and rate it four out of five stars on my personal scale. I would recommend this to fans of Fourth Wing and ACOTAR.
November 22, 2023
“The line between villain and hero was thin.”
He’s the villain of her dreams and she’s the traitor of his nightmares. Throne of Serpents by Kay Frost is the final book in the Dragon Isle Wars trilogy.
After breaking every promise Arrik made to her when he became king, Wren must double-cross her husband to save the realm and prevent another war. After so many grey lines crossed and complex choices, neither quite know if their love is enough when faced with the hard decisions that are forced upon them.
This epic fantasy trilogy has been such a fun read. The world Kay Frost built and the complex characters are enthralling. With so many morally grey choices and complex politics I couldn’t decide until almost the last page how I wanted things to end. I loved how Wren found her strength and power in a world determined to shove her into a pretty cage.
The whole trilogy has Beauty and the Beast and Reylo vibes. I would recommend this book to those that liked The Bridge Kingdom or The Serpent & The Wings of Night.
⭐️Stars: 4/5
📚Tropes:
- enemies to lovers
- slow burn
- morally grey characters
- Forced proximity
🌶️Spice: 2/5 mostly fade to black
He’s the villain of her dreams and she’s the traitor of his nightmares. Throne of Serpents by Kay Frost is the final book in the Dragon Isle Wars trilogy.
After breaking every promise Arrik made to her when he became king, Wren must double-cross her husband to save the realm and prevent another war. After so many grey lines crossed and complex choices, neither quite know if their love is enough when faced with the hard decisions that are forced upon them.
This epic fantasy trilogy has been such a fun read. The world Kay Frost built and the complex characters are enthralling. With so many morally grey choices and complex politics I couldn’t decide until almost the last page how I wanted things to end. I loved how Wren found her strength and power in a world determined to shove her into a pretty cage.
The whole trilogy has Beauty and the Beast and Reylo vibes. I would recommend this book to those that liked The Bridge Kingdom or The Serpent & The Wings of Night.
⭐️Stars: 4/5
📚Tropes:
- enemies to lovers
- slow burn
- morally grey characters
- Forced proximity
🌶️Spice: 2/5 mostly fade to black
November 5, 2023
A great conclusion to a great series! After binging book 1 and 2, I was so excited to jump in to Throne of Serpents to see how Wren and Arrik's story concludes.
Both Wren and Arrik had a lot to overcome both emotionally and with the political situation they found themselves in. The will they/won't they dynamic with Wren and Arrik was brutal in the best way! The yearning, but also scheming, kept me on my feet the whole time and where they ended up at the end was definitely earned.
I loved the found family elements as well. As Wren herself points out, she started out having no one in Verlanti and the group of people she was surrounded by in the end were the best.
Trove, the dragon, was awesome! I've always thought magical sidekicks are the best and there's no better one than a dragon!
Overall, I really enjoyed the series as a whole and how it ended! I loved how fast paced it was and how quickly I flew through the books. Highly recommend!
Both Wren and Arrik had a lot to overcome both emotionally and with the political situation they found themselves in. The will they/won't they dynamic with Wren and Arrik was brutal in the best way! The yearning, but also scheming, kept me on my feet the whole time and where they ended up at the end was definitely earned.
I loved the found family elements as well. As Wren herself points out, she started out having no one in Verlanti and the group of people she was surrounded by in the end were the best.
Trove, the dragon, was awesome! I've always thought magical sidekicks are the best and there's no better one than a dragon!
Overall, I really enjoyed the series as a whole and how it ended! I loved how fast paced it was and how quickly I flew through the books. Highly recommend!
July 15, 2025
3.5 Stars
This review is for the trilogy
Firstly I will list all the positives; fantastic world building, dynamic characters, interesting premise, strong plot line that flows beautifully and great intrigue. The MMC is devastating - morally grey, strong, powerful, closed off, damaged, falls hard and fast, great touch her and die vibes, etc. The FMC is brilliant - very strong, feisty, intelligent, loyal, good. The tension and romance between the two MCs was wonderful.
Now the negatives; I didn't think there was enough romance between the two MCs. This was tagged as a romantasy but to me it was more like a straight fantasy. Yes, there was some romance and a little spice but for my taste it needed a whole lot more. There was so much build up and angst and because of this I felt completely unsatisfied by the end.
I enjoyed these books enough to finish the trilogy but personally I don't know if I'd read more by this author as I like a lot more romance in my books.
This review is for the trilogy
Firstly I will list all the positives; fantastic world building, dynamic characters, interesting premise, strong plot line that flows beautifully and great intrigue. The MMC is devastating - morally grey, strong, powerful, closed off, damaged, falls hard and fast, great touch her and die vibes, etc. The FMC is brilliant - very strong, feisty, intelligent, loyal, good. The tension and romance between the two MCs was wonderful.
Now the negatives; I didn't think there was enough romance between the two MCs. This was tagged as a romantasy but to me it was more like a straight fantasy. Yes, there was some romance and a little spice but for my taste it needed a whole lot more. There was so much build up and angst and because of this I felt completely unsatisfied by the end.
I enjoyed these books enough to finish the trilogy but personally I don't know if I'd read more by this author as I like a lot more romance in my books.
November 11, 2023
3.5 ⭐️
I finally had the chance to focus on this book and finish it. This is the third and last book in the Dragon Isle Wars.
Before I go deeper into the review, forever grateful for this ARC in exchange for an independent and honest review.
Continuing with the previous vibe, this book had political games, danger and finally a happy ending.
I really liked Leif and Josenu as side characters.
Wren had a good character development but maintained her essence despite everything that she went through.
Arrik is that villain that we learn to love and understand.
The book was fast paced and kept you on your toes. However, the ending felt a bit “rushed” and I wish we had an epilogue with some glimpses of the future.
Special mention to the interior of the book.
I finally had the chance to focus on this book and finish it. This is the third and last book in the Dragon Isle Wars.
Before I go deeper into the review, forever grateful for this ARC in exchange for an independent and honest review.
Continuing with the previous vibe, this book had political games, danger and finally a happy ending.
I really liked Leif and Josenu as side characters.
Wren had a good character development but maintained her essence despite everything that she went through.
Arrik is that villain that we learn to love and understand.
The book was fast paced and kept you on your toes. However, the ending felt a bit “rushed” and I wish we had an epilogue with some glimpses of the future.
Special mention to the interior of the book.
November 17, 2023
I say this with love but what the heck?
Could have been 5 stars but…we are humans. We read to explore a story start to finish. That’s why series with cliff hangers or tv series are so addicting. *We just have to know how it ends*. And this didn’t feel like an ending, not quite in the open ended sense but in the unresolved kernels of plot points left unexplored sense. Anyone remember the Cruel Prince novel, where letters were never received? It was and still is one of the most annoying things to my brain. I still think about it years later. Can’t get over it. And this book? Same idea, a year worth of unread letters and we never get told they were read? Tragedy and I can’t abide by it. Star off and I’ll put 2 books in my WTH shelf forever.
Could have been 5 stars but…we are humans. We read to explore a story start to finish. That’s why series with cliff hangers or tv series are so addicting. *We just have to know how it ends*. And this didn’t feel like an ending, not quite in the open ended sense but in the unresolved kernels of plot points left unexplored sense. Anyone remember the Cruel Prince novel, where letters were never received? It was and still is one of the most annoying things to my brain. I still think about it years later. Can’t get over it. And this book? Same idea, a year worth of unread letters and we never get told they were read? Tragedy and I can’t abide by it. Star off and I’ll put 2 books in my WTH shelf forever.
June 25, 2025
I only got to book 3 of this series because the male narrator is hilarious to listen to.
This was the absolutely stupidest ending to a extremely tropey romantasy. The series culminates in the themes of ultimate distrust and deceit of one's partner and love interest and the complete erasure of self in order to be with the other. It's not even somewhat fulfilling in a self-sacrifice sort of way. One of the love interests decides this is what will happen and the other complies. I don't trust that the FMC won't stab the MMC in the back again when it becomes convenient for her next week.
It would have been better if the MMC died to the piranhas rather than being castrated of his entire life and identity.
This was the absolutely stupidest ending to a extremely tropey romantasy. The series culminates in the themes of ultimate distrust and deceit of one's partner and love interest and the complete erasure of self in order to be with the other. It's not even somewhat fulfilling in a self-sacrifice sort of way. One of the love interests decides this is what will happen and the other complies. I don't trust that the FMC won't stab the MMC in the back again when it becomes convenient for her next week.
It would have been better if the MMC died to the piranhas rather than being castrated of his entire life and identity.
August 27, 2025
This finale leans heavily into politics and power struggles. The whole book circles around betrayal, shifting loyalties, and a coup that changes everything. It’s less about action or battles this time and more about who is scheming behind the throne, which makes the story slower than I expected.
The first book was my favorite, it hooked me right away. This last one had moments I enjoyed, but I often felt like it dragged with too much with certain detail. The ending itself didn’t feel huge or jaw dropping.
I’m glad I finished the series, even if the wrap up wasn’t everything I hoped for. Frost Kay has created an interesting world, and I think her writing will only get stronger in future projects.
The first book was my favorite, it hooked me right away. This last one had moments I enjoyed, but I often felt like it dragged with too much with certain detail. The ending itself didn’t feel huge or jaw dropping.
I’m glad I finished the series, even if the wrap up wasn’t everything I hoped for. Frost Kay has created an interesting world, and I think her writing will only get stronger in future projects.
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