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ARC Review
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“Did you know that Fae senses are much stronger than humans? I can always smell how much you want me to fuck you. I can taste it, and it’s driving me fucking insane.”
Kate King’s best book yet! I'm a sucker for fairytale retellings, and Beauty and the Beast is one of my favorite tales to be tweaked. That this one is also vibing with Anastasia (an absolute gem of a movie, just in case you haven't watched it yet, what are you waiting for?) makes for an engaging and exciting story mashup.
A case of mistaken identity. A family obligation. A bit of kidnapping and forced/arranged marriage to the wrong male. A strong FMC. A curse. A destiny.
Alix is the forbidden fruit. Daemon is the fae who whisks her away and cajoles her into staying. Who tries to resist his baser nature to claim her but is bound by duty to shadow and protect her. They have explosive chemistry that cannot be denied, and when they give in to their desires, the pages practically burn.
Fast burn to slower simmer, this is a standalone MF fantasy romance that ends in a HEA. The first of the Enchanted Legacies series, I cannot wait to see what Kate gifts us next!
Thanks to Kate King for the review copy.
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“Did you know that Fae senses are much stronger than humans? I can always smell how much you want me to fuck you. I can taste it, and it’s driving me fucking insane.”
Kate King’s best book yet! I'm a sucker for fairytale retellings, and Beauty and the Beast is one of my favorite tales to be tweaked. That this one is also vibing with Anastasia (an absolute gem of a movie, just in case you haven't watched it yet, what are you waiting for?) makes for an engaging and exciting story mashup.
A case of mistaken identity. A family obligation. A bit of kidnapping and forced/arranged marriage to the wrong male. A strong FMC. A curse. A destiny.
Alix is the forbidden fruit. Daemon is the fae who whisks her away and cajoles her into staying. Who tries to resist his baser nature to claim her but is bound by duty to shadow and protect her. They have explosive chemistry that cannot be denied, and when they give in to their desires, the pages practically burn.
Fast burn to slower simmer, this is a standalone MF fantasy romance that ends in a HEA. The first of the Enchanted Legacies series, I cannot wait to see what Kate gifts us next!
Thanks to Kate King for the review copy.
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
If you’re looking for a perfect blend of the fae, Beauty and the Beast, and Anastasia, with steamy romance and one of my top favorite things - absolutely amazing found family themes, then you need to get this book! I knew I’d love this when she first discussed it but YALL. Color me obsessed!!
I adored everything about this book - and can we talk about all the beautiful art that’s at the beginning of each chapter?!
This book is stunning and is a must buy! I loved Alix and Daemon - the chemistry, the UST, the tension, I loved it all. I loved the twist on things. And I need stories for literally everyone else lol.
Also, amazing pop culture references. I knew when there was a Buffy reference right at the start that I was in store for a good time!
I received an arc in exchange for an honest review.
I adored everything about this book - and can we talk about all the beautiful art that’s at the beginning of each chapter?!
This book is stunning and is a must buy! I loved Alix and Daemon - the chemistry, the UST, the tension, I loved it all. I loved the twist on things. And I need stories for literally everyone else lol.
Also, amazing pop culture references. I knew when there was a Buffy reference right at the start that I was in store for a good time!
I received an arc in exchange for an honest review.
ARC Review – A Thorn in Every Heart by Kate King
Quick Summary:
Quick Summary:
adventurous
slow-paced
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
📖✨ Book Review: What if Belle never returned to the enchanted castle? ✨📖
Kate King had me at that first line—before I even knew anything else about this book. And wow, did it deliver. Beauty and the Beast meets Anastasia? Yes, please.
After a devastating betrayal, Alixandria Knight seeks refuge in a near-abandoned Appalachian ghost town, only to find herself tangled in an even bigger nightmare—a family curse, a forgotten promise, and a dangerously alluring fae realm. One reckless night with a stranger changes everything, thrusting her into a world of magic, debts, and a beastly king who has waited far too long for what he’s owed.
King weaves elements of the classic Beauty and the Beast story into something fresh, dark, and utterly addictive. There are nods to the original tale, but this is no simple retelling—it’s a whole new adventure with its own pulse, secrets, and heat. And let’s talk about the dedication… trust me, read it and take it seriously.
I read this during a reading retreat, and my friends were thoroughly entertained by my constant gasps, mutters, and outbursts. If you love fairytale twists with high stakes, sizzling tension, and an eerie, immersive setting, this is a must-read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Blood
adventurous
funny
tense
medium-paced
~ ARC REVIEW ~
I have a new favourite Beauty and the Beast retelling! This book surpassed my expectations in so many ways! What if Belle escaped the Beast? She goes on to live her life and years later, her granddaughter must, reluctantly, break the curse.
The result is an intense and spicy tale! I honestly thought I understood the curse but things weren't all as they seemed and the revelation blew my mind. The FMC is hilarious, sassy, and not totally down for the scheme. But she's in a predicament and is made an offer she can't really say no to.
Let's talk about the romance for a minute. Spicy in the first couple chapters? Yes, please. Forbidden romantic tension throughout? Hello! This author had her claws in me! If you like well balanced spice and plot, this is a book you will want to pick up! On that note, friends, you will want to be careful reading this book in public. This book is not sneaky with those chapter headers 🥵
I have a new favourite Beauty and the Beast retelling! This book surpassed my expectations in so many ways! What if Belle escaped the Beast? She goes on to live her life and years later, her granddaughter must, reluctantly, break the curse.
The result is an intense and spicy tale! I honestly thought I understood the curse but things weren't all as they seemed and the revelation blew my mind. The FMC is hilarious, sassy, and not totally down for the scheme. But she's in a predicament and is made an offer she can't really say no to.
Let's talk about the romance for a minute. Spicy in the first couple chapters? Yes, please. Forbidden romantic tension throughout? Hello! This author had her claws in me! If you like well balanced spice and plot, this is a book you will want to pick up! On that note, friends, you will want to be careful reading this book in public. This book is not sneaky with those chapter headers 🥵
emotional
slow-paced
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Holy shit. This is definitely gonna be the new big fantasy series. I could not put this down. Kate does an amazing job of perfectly incorporating the best scenes from Beauty and the Beast & Anastasia. The spice was SPICING. The banter was off the charts as well as the sexual tension. And the side characters to die for (can’t wait to read their love stories). Truly I have not a single negative thing to say. Kate really hit it out of the park with this one. Absolute perfection. So privileged to be able to have an ARC of this.
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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:
Yes
This is the second book I have read by Kate and I loved it just as much as I loved the first book I read! Kate took two fairytales and mixed them together into a magical world that I just wanted to jump into and live in, I mean as long as I wasn’t born in Vernallis and cursed. 😂 But really the world and story are beautiful!
What happens when your one night stand kidnaps you and then becomes forbidden because you end up engaged to his brother? The tension in the book between Alix and Daemon was so hot. He knew he shouldn’t but he wanted her so much. But he kidnapped her because one he thought she was someone else and then when he found out she wasn’t who he thought he needed her to stay to be that person in order to break the curse that was over the kingdom!
I loved everything about this book and I can’t wait for book two in the series and the rest of the series for that matter!!!