Scan barcode
teresab78's review
4.0
I think my favourite character over the series is Kai - prickly drow on the outside with a soft mushy core.
I did like Ryld and Hank too. This wasn’t a light read with all the things going on at Elvenhome, but there were many sweet moments. This was extremely light in the sexy times, but it fit the story and characters.
I do think there is room for more stories in this world, but this would be a good place to end the series too.
I did like Ryld and Hank too. This wasn’t a light read with all the things going on at Elvenhome, but there were many sweet moments. This was extremely light in the sexy times, but it fit the story and characters.
I do think there is room for more stories in this world, but this would be a good place to end the series too.
the_wistful_word_witch's review
4.0
* Disclaimer: I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Hank’s a down on his luck half-goblin who runs into Ryld, a young, displaced Drow creation, by chance one evening. Both of them have seen far too much darkness in their lives, which creates an instant spark between the two young males.
Through a chain of coincidences, Hank is given a job as Ryld’s companion after his previous minder quits. It’s up to Hank to help Ryld navigate through this strange new world as he learns more about the shadows that haunt him, how to control them, and how to open himself up more to the opportunities afforded by their new life.
Another more influential Drow, Kai Hiltas, has taken a liking to the young Ryld and uses his AURA connections to get the Aelfe Queen’s assistance in Ryld’s training. But really, it’s Hank who helps Ryld the most, as they go from friends to lovers.
But while at the Aelfe refuge on the West Coast, the three discover that there’s much intrigue afoot. Both the Aelfe and Drow Queens are machinating in an effort to bring Ryld to their courts. His power is an enticing trophy. As they try to navigate the intricacies of the courts and the prejudices towards their species, Hank and Kai also uncover a magical-child trafficking ring running out of the orphanage right under the Aelfe Queen’s pretty nose.
It’s up to Ryld, Hank, and Kai to figure out what’s going on and how to stop it all, but will they manage in time...?
Another great book in the AURA series by Angel Martinez and Bellora Quinn! I couldn’t put it down, as usual. The writing flows so well. But I hope there’ll be another book that includes how Ryld’s progressed with his shadows because that’s the only thing that didn’t feel neatly resolved by the end of this new book.
Hank’s a down on his luck half-goblin who runs into Ryld, a young, displaced Drow creation, by chance one evening. Both of them have seen far too much darkness in their lives, which creates an instant spark between the two young males.
Through a chain of coincidences, Hank is given a job as Ryld’s companion after his previous minder quits. It’s up to Hank to help Ryld navigate through this strange new world as he learns more about the shadows that haunt him, how to control them, and how to open himself up more to the opportunities afforded by their new life.
Another more influential Drow, Kai Hiltas, has taken a liking to the young Ryld and uses his AURA connections to get the Aelfe Queen’s assistance in Ryld’s training. But really, it’s Hank who helps Ryld the most, as they go from friends to lovers.
But while at the Aelfe refuge on the West Coast, the three discover that there’s much intrigue afoot. Both the Aelfe and Drow Queens are machinating in an effort to bring Ryld to their courts. His power is an enticing trophy. As they try to navigate the intricacies of the courts and the prejudices towards their species, Hank and Kai also uncover a magical-child trafficking ring running out of the orphanage right under the Aelfe Queen’s pretty nose.
It’s up to Ryld, Hank, and Kai to figure out what’s going on and how to stop it all, but will they manage in time...?
Another great book in the AURA series by Angel Martinez and Bellora Quinn! I couldn’t put it down, as usual. The writing flows so well. But I hope there’ll be another book that includes how Ryld’s progressed with his shadows because that’s the only thing that didn’t feel neatly resolved by the end of this new book.
iguana_mama's review
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
More...