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romancejunkie1025's review
5.0
OMFG I did NOT see that coming .... A lot of that... There was so much going on here and while I wish more focus had been on King and Aurora's relationship, shit was going on and it got real fast.
Full review coming soon to the blog.
Full review coming soon to the blog.
leabookjoy's review
4.0
French & English reviews
ENFIN le tome tant attendu de King et Aurora !
J'attendais tellement de voir enfin King et Aurora succomber et se mettre ensemble et j'ai bien aimé lire leur histoire d'amour avec une intrigue un peu plus complexe cette fois-ci (même si encore une fois, j'aurais souhaité plus de dramas et quelque chose de bien plus développé notamment sur le passé de King, sur les raisons qui ont poussé Lucius à les attaquer ...)
Bref, un livre sympa qui ravira les fans de cette série !
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FINALLY the long-awaited book of King and Aurora !
I was so waiting to see King and Aurora finally succumb and get together and I enjoyed reading their love story with a slightly more complex plot this time around (although again, I wish there was < b>more dramas and something much more developed especially on King's past, on the reasons that led Lucius to attack them ...)
In short, a nice book that will delight fans of this series !
ENFIN le tome tant attendu de King et Aurora !
J'attendais tellement de voir enfin King et Aurora succomber et se mettre ensemble et j'ai bien aimé lire leur histoire d'amour avec une intrigue un peu plus complexe cette fois-ci (même si encore une fois, j'aurais souhaité plus de dramas et quelque chose de bien plus développé notamment sur le passé de King, sur les raisons qui ont poussé Lucius à les attaquer ...)
Bref, un livre sympa qui ravira les fans de cette série !
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
FINALLY the long-awaited book of King and Aurora !
I was so waiting to see King and Aurora finally succumb and get together and I enjoyed reading their love story with a slightly more complex plot this time around (although again, I wish there was < b>more dramas and something much more developed especially on King's past, on the reasons that led Lucius to attack them ...)
In short, a nice book that will delight fans of this series !
wellactjoally's review
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Audiobook.
Slow burn romance. Mating. Baby dragon. Tiny gifts. When he declared that you’re his mate but you don’t notice but his whole pack does.
Hinting at rape and kidnapping in the past. Absent father, dead mother. Past child torture.
Slow burn romance. Mating. Baby dragon. Tiny gifts. When he declared that you’re his mate but you don’t notice but his whole pack does.
Hinting at rape and kidnapping in the past. Absent father, dead mother. Past child torture.
maymay0316's review
3.0
I hate to say this because I am a huge Katie Reus and Ancients Rising fan but this was an underwhelming read for me. The cover even says this is a much anticipated read and I know other fans were curious & excited about this couples story as well. All the bits we had gotten about King and Aurora had me wondering how they were going to get together and so excited at the possibilities and yeah this was just not that.
I felt like this book had a whole lot and nothing going on at the same time. I was in the middle of the book and another couple got together with no progress for King and Aurora the two mains. Then when they finally get together I feel like they didn't explore more about Aurora's past trauma or why she was hesitant to enter a relationship with King. It felt sort of rushed and like we got some cute texts added as a bonus at the end of the book but this is the stuff I actually wanted to read. I would have preferred more focus on them. The vendetta plot was interesting and I did enjoy it, it was just the other couples and relationships going on in this book that I was over.
I am still excited to continue the series just hope I enjoy the next books a bit more.
I felt like this book had a whole lot and nothing going on at the same time. I was in the middle of the book and another couple got together with no progress for King and Aurora the two mains. Then when they finally get together I feel like they didn't explore more about Aurora's past trauma or why she was hesitant to enter a relationship with King. It felt sort of rushed and like we got some cute texts added as a bonus at the end of the book but this is the stuff I actually wanted to read. I would have preferred more focus on them. The vendetta plot was interesting and I did enjoy it, it was just the other couples and relationships going on in this book that I was over.
I am still excited to continue the series just hope I enjoy the next books a bit more.
heameljon's review
4.0
What could possibly go wrong when you take all types of fantasy creatures (witches, dragons, shifters, vampires, fat, etc.) add in some humans and an end of the world scenario?
Katie Reus has taken three of my most favorite reading genres: dystopian, fantasy, and romance, and put them all in one book series for my pure reading enjoyment. At the beginning of the 'Ancients Rising' series we learn that there had been a devastating dragon attack. Populated areas all over the world had been destroyed. Those that survived are trying to pull together to create some semblance of a working society. Through the first three books we were introduced to Aurora, who has hidden her shifter side all her life due to the special power it brings her, and King, the alpha leader of his wolf shifter pack and also ruler of the rebuilding city of New Orleans.
King has a unique perspective to ruling, he hopes for a unity among the different species, he believes that together they can rebuild the world into a better place than it was before the attack, he allows for individuality but should someone get out of line he has no problem doling out a punishment. Aurora is struggling to overcome the terrors of her past. She feels a draw to King but doesn't know if she is healed enough from old wounds to let him become anything more than a friend.
When contemplating the current real world climate, I think Reus attempts to show humans how we can overcome our differences in appearance, beliefs, and culture to make the world a better, more peaceful place to live. Reus was able to check all my genre boxes while at the same time giving me hope that the world could be a better place to live if we all just put in the effort.
On a side note, I had mistakenly thought 'Ancient Vendetta' was to be the last book in this series but when I got to the end of the story, I was pleasantly surprised to see a new title listed in the 'Ancients Rising' section under 'Complete Booklist'. Reus made my day.
Katie Reus has taken three of my most favorite reading genres: dystopian, fantasy, and romance, and put them all in one book series for my pure reading enjoyment. At the beginning of the 'Ancients Rising' series we learn that there had been a devastating dragon attack. Populated areas all over the world had been destroyed. Those that survived are trying to pull together to create some semblance of a working society. Through the first three books we were introduced to Aurora, who has hidden her shifter side all her life due to the special power it brings her, and King, the alpha leader of his wolf shifter pack and also ruler of the rebuilding city of New Orleans.
King has a unique perspective to ruling, he hopes for a unity among the different species, he believes that together they can rebuild the world into a better place than it was before the attack, he allows for individuality but should someone get out of line he has no problem doling out a punishment. Aurora is struggling to overcome the terrors of her past. She feels a draw to King but doesn't know if she is healed enough from old wounds to let him become anything more than a friend.
When contemplating the current real world climate, I think Reus attempts to show humans how we can overcome our differences in appearance, beliefs, and culture to make the world a better, more peaceful place to live. Reus was able to check all my genre boxes while at the same time giving me hope that the world could be a better place to live if we all just put in the effort.
On a side note, I had mistakenly thought 'Ancient Vendetta' was to be the last book in this series but when I got to the end of the story, I was pleasantly surprised to see a new title listed in the 'Ancients Rising' section under 'Complete Booklist'. Reus made my day.
redhairedashreads's review
4.0
Series: Ancients Rising #4
Rating: 4 stars - It was really good
Alpha wolf shifter King has kept his New Orleans from collapsing. But every day is a new challenge but he never expects that an old enemy would return to destroy him and his town.
King and Aurora have been circling each other since they met and I loved seeing them finally come together. King has been taking it very slow with Aurora because he knows she needs her freedom after being captured. I liked that he was patient and never rushed her. Also King’s history was very surprising.
Aurora was a great heroine. She was kind, protective, and smart. She really is the perfect alpha mate because she tries to take care of everyone. She is always helping around the community and doing what she can to improve everyone's lives. I like that we also see her taking the alpha place with her family as well since Star is now in Scotland.
The enemy was very interesting and dangerous. I liked that this situation brought new allies for King’s territory. I am very interested in seeing if they will play a bigger role in future books. Overall, this was a great addition to this series and I really loved King and Aurora. I can’t wait to see how their mating will improve New Orleans.
Trigger Warnings: Aurora was kidnapped and held prisoner for over a year.
*ARC provided by Netgalley for an honest review.*
You can also find my reviews at Red-Haired Ash Reads.
Rating: 4 stars - It was really good
Alpha wolf shifter King has kept his New Orleans from collapsing. But every day is a new challenge but he never expects that an old enemy would return to destroy him and his town.
King and Aurora have been circling each other since they met and I loved seeing them finally come together. King has been taking it very slow with Aurora because he knows she needs her freedom after being captured. I liked that he was patient and never rushed her. Also King’s history was very surprising.
Aurora was a great heroine. She was kind, protective, and smart. She really is the perfect alpha mate because she tries to take care of everyone. She is always helping around the community and doing what she can to improve everyone's lives. I like that we also see her taking the alpha place with her family as well since Star is now in Scotland.
The enemy was very interesting and dangerous. I liked that this situation brought new allies for King’s territory. I am very interested in seeing if they will play a bigger role in future books. Overall, this was a great addition to this series and I really loved King and Aurora. I can’t wait to see how their mating will improve New Orleans.
Trigger Warnings: Aurora was kidnapped and held prisoner for over a year.
*ARC provided by Netgalley for an honest review.*
You can also find my reviews at Red-Haired Ash Reads.
onebookmore's review
4.0
Ancient Vendetta is the fourth book in the Ancients Rising series, and the stakes keep getting higher and higher. The story follows Aurora and King, and I was so excited to read their story! I loved them in the previous books, and I couldn’t wait for their slow-building friendship to turn into something more. It didn’t disappoint. Their story is romantic, suspenseful, dangerous, and lovely.
Enemies new and old threaten Aurora and King, and there are so many heart-pounding moments in the story. Reus continues to develop and expand the post-apocalyptical world, and it’s so intriguing. I love this world where shifters, humans, witches, vampires, and more all coexist. And there are pet dragons!! I love the pet dragons! They are so fun and sweet, and they have the best personalities. It’s so cool to see them grow and mature as the series progresses. I also really like the vision King has for the future of New Orleans.
King is the Alpha of New Orleans, and he is one of my favorite characters in the series. The story delves into King’s past, which is totally not what I expected! This was such an intriguing and, at times, heartbreaking part of the story. and it explained so much about his character. I love King’s strength and determination, as well as his deep understanding of others. He’s sharp and fair, and he has earned the respect of all who live in his territory. King wants to make his territory a better place for everyone, and he will literally give his life to ensure the safety of his people. Plus, the way he feels about Aurora is positively swoon-worthy!!
Aurora is such a fantastic heroine. Caring and kind, Aurora is well-liked by everyone. She has such a wonderful personality and is admired for her willingness to listen and learn, her acceptance of all, her eagerness to help, and her good intentions. She and King have worked so hard to rebuild New Orleans, and I think people have a lot of respect for both of them because of this. However, Aurora has been through a lot and doesn’t realize her own strength. After being held captive for a year, she suffers from PTSD, and she doesn’t know if she’ll ever be ready for love and a relationship. She struggles to forgive herself, but she never gives up hope, especially as her feelings for King come further and further to the surface.
King has been in love with Aurora for a while, but he knows she’s not ready, and he doesn’t push her. I love that King understands Aurora’s needs and never pressures her for more than she’s willing to give. You can tell he really cares about her, and he respects her. This is a woman he wants in his life for the rest of his life, and he never treats her as anything less than an equal deserving of respect and love. And they fit together so well and complement each other perfectly. I think she’s is going to be a great mate for an Alpha like King, and she’s already shown what a great leader she is. Aurora and King have such a swoon-worthy, slow-building friends-to-lovers romance, and is it (literally and figuratively) magical! Oh my word, their chemistry!
There are several other romances in the story that I totally loved, as well as hints of a few other possible love stories that I’m hoping to see in future books in the series. Reus creates such compelling characters and pairs, and I’m always eager to learn more about them and this new world they’re creating. I also really love the found families in the book. The story includes many amazing friendships and relationships, and there are a few new characters introduced, all of whom are connected to King and Aurora, that I’m super curious about.
This is a great addition to the series. It is suspenseful, layered, and romantic, and there are some fun and funny parts too. I would definitely recommend it to readers of paranormal romance, and I’m so thankful to NetGalley and the author for providing me a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.
Enemies new and old threaten Aurora and King, and there are so many heart-pounding moments in the story. Reus continues to develop and expand the post-apocalyptical world, and it’s so intriguing. I love this world where shifters, humans, witches, vampires, and more all coexist. And there are pet dragons!! I love the pet dragons! They are so fun and sweet, and they have the best personalities. It’s so cool to see them grow and mature as the series progresses. I also really like the vision King has for the future of New Orleans.
King is the Alpha of New Orleans, and he is one of my favorite characters in the series. The story delves into King’s past, which is totally not what I expected! This was such an intriguing and, at times, heartbreaking part of the story. and it explained so much about his character. I love King’s strength and determination, as well as his deep understanding of others. He’s sharp and fair, and he has earned the respect of all who live in his territory. King wants to make his territory a better place for everyone, and he will literally give his life to ensure the safety of his people. Plus, the way he feels about Aurora is positively swoon-worthy!!
Aurora is such a fantastic heroine. Caring and kind, Aurora is well-liked by everyone. She has such a wonderful personality and is admired for her willingness to listen and learn, her acceptance of all, her eagerness to help, and her good intentions. She and King have worked so hard to rebuild New Orleans, and I think people have a lot of respect for both of them because of this. However, Aurora has been through a lot and doesn’t realize her own strength. After being held captive for a year, she suffers from PTSD, and she doesn’t know if she’ll ever be ready for love and a relationship. She struggles to forgive herself, but she never gives up hope, especially as her feelings for King come further and further to the surface.
King has been in love with Aurora for a while, but he knows she’s not ready, and he doesn’t push her. I love that King understands Aurora’s needs and never pressures her for more than she’s willing to give. You can tell he really cares about her, and he respects her. This is a woman he wants in his life for the rest of his life, and he never treats her as anything less than an equal deserving of respect and love. And they fit together so well and complement each other perfectly. I think she’s is going to be a great mate for an Alpha like King, and she’s already shown what a great leader she is. Aurora and King have such a swoon-worthy, slow-building friends-to-lovers romance, and is it (literally and figuratively) magical! Oh my word, their chemistry!
There are several other romances in the story that I totally loved, as well as hints of a few other possible love stories that I’m hoping to see in future books in the series. Reus creates such compelling characters and pairs, and I’m always eager to learn more about them and this new world they’re creating. I also really love the found families in the book. The story includes many amazing friendships and relationships, and there are a few new characters introduced, all of whom are connected to King and Aurora, that I’m super curious about.
This is a great addition to the series. It is suspenseful, layered, and romantic, and there are some fun and funny parts too. I would definitely recommend it to readers of paranormal romance, and I’m so thankful to NetGalley and the author for providing me a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.
bananatricky's review
4.0
Welcome back to post-apocalyptic New Orleans. Ancient dragons came and laid waste to humanity and finally exposed the supernatural world to the humans. King, a half-wolf shifter, is Alpha of the New Orleans pack and his vision has united the other supernaturals behind him. Slowly he is rebuilding a better, more ecologically sound city, in harmony with nature, and has raised the land to reduce the risk of flooding.
Aurora is one of the rarest shifters, a phoenix whose blood has regenerative properties. Having recently escaped from a crazed man who kept her captive for her blood for over a year she is suffering PTSD and fears that she will never trust another male enough to be intimate.
King knows Aurora is his mate, but as the Alpha he has to wait for her to come to him, meanwhile an ancient foe has arisen and wants to kill King. With a foe with powers beyond anything King has seen before can he and his allies defeat the vampire and save New Orleans?
Years ago I gave up on most PNR because it was all so same-same (J.R. Ward's 'mine, mine mine' epitomised the predictability of the genre) but there are a few authors that made it through the great PNR cull and Katie Reus is one. And I honestly don't know why, she throws every PNR cliche in the book into her novels and I just nod and smile and say 'yes, yes, yes very good, very good' Maybe it's the fight scenes? Or the epic list of characters? Who knows, I just lurve them and I'm never disappointed.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Bumped for release.
Aurora is one of the rarest shifters, a phoenix whose blood has regenerative properties. Having recently escaped from a crazed man who kept her captive for her blood for over a year she is suffering PTSD and fears that she will never trust another male enough to be intimate.
King knows Aurora is his mate, but as the Alpha he has to wait for her to come to him, meanwhile an ancient foe has arisen and wants to kill King. With a foe with powers beyond anything King has seen before can he and his allies defeat the vampire and save New Orleans?
Years ago I gave up on most PNR because it was all so same-same (J.R. Ward's 'mine, mine mine' epitomised the predictability of the genre) but there are a few authors that made it through the great PNR cull and Katie Reus is one. And I honestly don't know why, she throws every PNR cliche in the book into her novels and I just nod and smile and say 'yes, yes, yes very good, very good' Maybe it's the fight scenes? Or the epic list of characters? Who knows, I just lurve them and I'm never disappointed.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Bumped for release.
thenaptimewriter's review
3.0
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the complimentary ARC. All opinions provided are my own.
Dramatic & sensual, Katie Reus’s Ancients Rising series offers dependable entertainment for me.
Ancient Vendetta—her latest release, out yesterday—is the culminating moment I’ve been anticipating for Aurora, a Phoenix shifter, & King, a wolf shifter & Alpha, who’ve been crushing on each other for a long time.
While I enjoyed this one, especially seeing Aurora & King find their way to each other & how she has the power to bring the devoted Alpha to his knees, the story doesn’t feel as straightforward or tight as I would like, which detracted at times from the pace of the main story. Basically it just feel like there’s a lot going on.
The HEA between Aurora & King is satisfying after they’ve spent so long being attracted to each other, as is the sense of camaraderie between supernaturals trying to re-build the world after the Fall & fight against baddies. Despite some of the heavy topics covered here I did enjoy this one—it’s always fun being back in this world.
3 ⭐️. Out now!
CWs: Aurora’s trauma includes having had sex with her previous captor in hopes of using it an opportunity to escape. There are repeated references to this—& her “shame”—throughout the book. A vampire allegedly rapes two others. Lots of other CWs including attempted murder & murder.
Dramatic & sensual, Katie Reus’s Ancients Rising series offers dependable entertainment for me.
Ancient Vendetta—her latest release, out yesterday—is the culminating moment I’ve been anticipating for Aurora, a Phoenix shifter, & King, a wolf shifter & Alpha, who’ve been crushing on each other for a long time.
While I enjoyed this one, especially seeing Aurora & King find their way to each other & how she has the power to bring the devoted Alpha to his knees, the story doesn’t feel as straightforward or tight as I would like, which detracted at times from the pace of the main story. Basically it just feel like there’s a lot going on.
The HEA between Aurora & King is satisfying after they’ve spent so long being attracted to each other, as is the sense of camaraderie between supernaturals trying to re-build the world after the Fall & fight against baddies. Despite some of the heavy topics covered here I did enjoy this one—it’s always fun being back in this world.
3 ⭐️. Out now!
CWs: Aurora’s trauma includes having had sex with her previous captor in hopes of using it an opportunity to escape. There are repeated references to this—& her “shame”—throughout the book. A vampire allegedly rapes two others. Lots of other CWs including attempted murder & murder.