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klippy's review against another edition
5.0
I am really loving this series. At first I wondered but now no question.
mamabears_fabulous_book_finds's review against another edition
5.0
Its been a long time since a book has been capable of making me cry. This one definitely did. Lots of action, non-stop pace, and it will definitely jerk you around emotionally. It makes you angry, want to reach in and shoot something, then cheer for the heroine when she gets her revenge, and it'll make you cry because it is so poignant and you'll root for the underdog in a heartbeat. You want it to work out well for him through the whole book, and you'll cry in happiness when it finally does. Awesome book
kimah74's review against another edition
5.0
I LOVE Rykar's story! I also liked that there are several stories in one book. The character progression is brilliant! I am super happy with this series and am eager to read more!
amelie_books's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
Re-read***
Probably 4th time
Spice: 🌶️🌶️ / 5
I think it's spicier than the first
TW: Kidnapping, mention of r*pe (no description)
Look for the TW I miss it
We have multi POVs in this one not just the main couple. And I love it! It's a good way of thickening the plot and seeing the villain's perspective
Probably 4th time
Spice: 🌶️🌶️ / 5
I think it's spicier than the first
TW: Kidnapping, mention of r*pe (no description)
Look for the TW I miss it
We have multi POVs in this one not just the main couple. And I love it! It's a good way of thickening the plot and seeing the villain's perspective
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape
sonkad's review against another edition
4.0
4,5 stars
Loved this one!! It´s even more similar to the BDB than the first one especially because of some events that happened but it didn´t bother me anymore. I immediately connected with both Riker and Angela (unlike Bastian and Myst). A huge part of this book was focused on Mac, loved those parts too! Can´t wait for his book :-)
Loved this one!! It´s even more similar to the BDB than the first one especially because of some events that happened
Spoiler
Butch´s, eh, I mean Mac´s transfomation and his relationship to Rikerraven168's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 stars
Another mediocre read for me here. A lot of ups and downs between boring and exciting that it's hard to say how much I enjoyed it. Which is kind of sad because I really like Rikar and his awesome ice powers. Well. I like him when he's not being an emotional pansy. These guys becoming such weak willed, tear filled warriors is so disappointing. While my fear of reading the phrase "slow your roll" over and over and over again was validated, it was definitely better than the first book. Now if only we can get her to stop saying "shitkickers". They're called boots. You know it, I know it. Please just say boots. Also, what the hell is up with abbreviating EVERYTHING possible? That was getting seriously annoying and needs to stop.
As we know, Angela was captured by Lothair at the end of the first book. While with him she is forced into many horrible things, none of which are straight up said but enough is implied to figure out just how she suffered. Even so, she works hard to keep her wits about her, always seeking a way to escape. And when it presents itself, she takes it. Her escape is not easy, but it is successful. At least until the sun goes down.
When Riker feels Angela's energy signature again, he knows the race will be on to get to her before Lothair does. While he didn't get to her first, he was able to rescue her. But she's in a terrible state. The only way to save her is to share the Meridian energy he has with her...but that will also join them forever. Risking her fury over it is a chance he is willing to take to save her life. Which works of course.
After Angela wakes up, not a whole lot happens there. Angela has a lot of emotions to try and get a handle on while also trying to figure out her feelings for Rikar. She prides herself on being able to take care of herself and not need anyone else, but her desire for Rikar to take care of and comfort her is stronger than she can fight. Thow in all the information about this new world and it's a lot to deal with for anyone. As a side note, I was a little surprised that when she saw Myst again she didn't say anything about being glad she was still okay. I mean, the last she saw her she was also tide up and being chased by dragons. Wouldn't you think she'd be a least a little relieved to see that she had also made it out? One good thing that comes of being there is finding out what happened to Mac, and now she can finally stop worrying about what happened to her partner. I was looking forward to more Mac, and it fast became easy to predict what was going on with him. Though the truth of him was still kind of neat, the relationship formed between him and Rikar because of it was a little weird for me.
I loved reading about Forge. He tried really hard to hide his true self, but it didn't work. Myst saw right thru him and was determined to get him on their side. It's Bastian though that gives him something that he has desperately wanted for a very long time. And I was so happy for it.
While Rikar goes crazy making love to Angela for numerous reasons (not least of which to help her heal, and also to change her energy signature {which was another convenient plot device}) Lothair's anger continues to seethe and his desire to catch her again to make her pay only increases. He's determined to kill her and even makes a deal with Ivar to do so. Because high energy females are so rare it would be a waste. Apparently so rare, but it seems to be easy enough for them to find more...
The Nightfuries have come up with a plan to take Lothair out (of course including Angela because females in books always think they can totally hold their own in battle with dragons) and it's actually a pretty good one. Too bad it doesn't go as planned. In the end though, the victory still goes to the Nightfuries and Angela gets some closure that she desperately needed.
Ivar has learned of the pattern that Lothair discovered and has now set his sets on Tania. Not only does he want her, but what better way to strike at your enemy commander than to take his mate's best friend?
Another mediocre read for me here. A lot of ups and downs between boring and exciting that it's hard to say how much I enjoyed it. Which is kind of sad because I really like Rikar and his awesome ice powers. Well. I like him when he's not being an emotional pansy. These guys becoming such weak willed, tear filled warriors is so disappointing. While my fear of reading the phrase "slow your roll" over and over and over again was validated, it was definitely better than the first book. Now if only we can get her to stop saying "shitkickers". They're called boots. You know it, I know it. Please just say boots. Also, what the hell is up with abbreviating EVERYTHING possible? That was getting seriously annoying and needs to stop.
As we know, Angela was captured by Lothair at the end of the first book. While with him she is forced into many horrible things, none of which are straight up said but enough is implied to figure out just how she suffered. Even so, she works hard to keep her wits about her, always seeking a way to escape. And when it presents itself, she takes it. Her escape is not easy, but it is successful. At least until the sun goes down.
When Riker feels Angela's energy signature again, he knows the race will be on to get to her before Lothair does. While he didn't get to her first, he was able to rescue her. But she's in a terrible state. The only way to save her is to share the Meridian energy he has with her...but that will also join them forever. Risking her fury over it is a chance he is willing to take to save her life. Which works of course.
After Angela wakes up, not a whole lot happens there. Angela has a lot of emotions to try and get a handle on while also trying to figure out her feelings for Rikar. She prides herself on being able to take care of herself and not need anyone else, but her desire for Rikar to take care of and comfort her is stronger than she can fight. Thow in all the information about this new world and it's a lot to deal with for anyone. As a side note, I was a little surprised that when she saw Myst again she didn't say anything about being glad she was still okay. I mean, the last she saw her she was also tide up and being chased by dragons. Wouldn't you think she'd be a least a little relieved to see that she had also made it out? One good thing that comes of being there is finding out what happened to Mac, and now she can finally stop worrying about what happened to her partner. I was looking forward to more Mac, and it fast became easy to predict what was going on with him. Though the truth of him was still kind of neat, the relationship formed between him and Rikar because of it was a little weird for me.
I loved reading about Forge. He tried really hard to hide his true self, but it didn't work. Myst saw right thru him and was determined to get him on their side. It's Bastian though that gives him something that he has desperately wanted for a very long time. And I was so happy for it.
While Rikar goes crazy making love to Angela for numerous reasons (not least of which to help her heal, and also to change her energy signature {which was another convenient plot device}) Lothair's anger continues to seethe and his desire to catch her again to make her pay only increases. He's determined to kill her and even makes a deal with Ivar to do so. Because high energy females are so rare it would be a waste. Apparently so rare, but it seems to be easy enough for them to find more...
The Nightfuries have come up with a plan to take Lothair out (of course including Angela because females in books always think they can totally hold their own in battle with dragons) and it's actually a pretty good one. Too bad it doesn't go as planned. In the end though, the victory still goes to the Nightfuries and Angela gets some closure that she desperately needed.
Ivar has learned of the pattern that Lothair discovered and has now set his sets on Tania. Not only does he want her, but what better way to strike at your enemy commander than to take his mate's best friend?
booklvrkat's review against another edition
4.0
This story just was all over the place with new characters, characters from the first story and all kinds of turmoil and romance! The build up has me very excited to read the next.
kay_slayerofbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Ok, Rikar . . . Come thru! . . . Rikar out here trying to be superman: kicking ass, taking names and saving lives! Specifically Angela's life. Get it done and add to the clan!
It's so fun reading/listening to these a 2nd time.
It's so fun reading/listening to these a 2nd time.
emmap2023's review against another edition
3.0
Rikar is a far more compelling and charasmatic character than the first book on Bastion I am looking forward to Mac and Wicks stories in the series.
ezichinny's review against another edition
4.0
3.75 stars.
This sequel is a definite upgrade from book 1. I wasn’t sure I was going continue this series and I am glad that I did. Aspects of the series still remind me of Black Dagger Brotherhood & Midnight Breeds, but this second book established it as its own series. The connection between Angela and Rikar was a must stronger match and much better chemistry than Myst and Bastien from Book 1. First, I think I like the Angela better than Myst and I like Rikar better than Bastien.
One of the things I enjoy about this series is that the women are strong and independent. They are quite resourceful.
In Book 1, Angela was kidnapped and raped by Lothaire, but in the beginning of this book she escapes a Razorback stronghold. She is tough. She makes it her mission to help the Nightfury find and try to rescue the other kidnapped females, whom the razorbacks where using for experimental breeding programs (*ahem Midnight Breeds)
My major complaint is that the dialogue tended to get overly cheesy and repetitive. We get it, as a bonded male, you would rather die than hurt YOUR FEMALE. You live for YOUR FEMALE. No one better look or touch YOUR FEMALE etc.
I also like what the author is doing with Forge. He is definitely a complex dragon with an agenda of his own. He seems like he is one of the good guys, but he also seems like he would be willing to do anything to get what he wants. Then we have the newest dragon, a rare water Dragon, Mac. He is Angela’s big brother, but it seems like he has been keeping secrets from everyone.
While the writing and plot is a tad subpar to BDB and Midnight Breeds, it is still of the same vein. So if you enjoy those series, you will definitely enjoy this one too. I look forward to reading book 3, Fury of Seduction, which is Mac’s story.
This sequel is a definite upgrade from book 1. I wasn’t sure I was going continue this series and I am glad that I did. Aspects of the series still remind me of Black Dagger Brotherhood & Midnight Breeds, but this second book established it as its own series. The connection between Angela and Rikar was a must stronger match and much better chemistry than Myst and Bastien from Book 1. First, I think I like the Angela better than Myst and I like Rikar better than Bastien.
One of the things I enjoy about this series is that the women are strong and independent. They are quite resourceful.
In Book 1, Angela was kidnapped and raped by Lothaire, but in the beginning of this book she escapes a Razorback stronghold. She is tough. She makes it her mission to help the Nightfury find and try to rescue the other kidnapped females, whom the razorbacks where using for experimental breeding programs (*ahem Midnight Breeds)
My major complaint is that the dialogue tended to get overly cheesy and repetitive. We get it, as a bonded male, you would rather die than hurt YOUR FEMALE. You live for YOUR FEMALE. No one better look or touch YOUR FEMALE etc.
I also like what the author is doing with Forge. He is definitely a complex dragon with an agenda of his own. He seems like he is one of the good guys, but he also seems like he would be willing to do anything to get what he wants. Then we have the newest dragon, a rare water Dragon, Mac. He is Angela’s big brother, but it seems like he has been keeping secrets from everyone.
While the writing and plot is a tad subpar to BDB and Midnight Breeds, it is still of the same vein. So if you enjoy those series, you will definitely enjoy this one too. I look forward to reading book 3, Fury of Seduction, which is Mac’s story.