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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-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:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
sad
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent
Minor: Slavery, Trafficking, Kidnapping
I loved reading this whole series but this book disappointed me and honestly has tarnished the whole series for to a certain extent. I wish the author hadn't chosen the death she did.
*spoilers ahead*
I hated that Seb died. It felt like the trope where the only way to redeem a character with a really bad past is for them to sacrifice themselves. He also barely got to have a happily ever after. The author also killed one of the only poly couple of the series which in this context kinda gives me alternative 'kill your gays vibes'. I just felt in a romance series that gave people hea's that killing him off was out of character. The author could have easily continued the trend of killing of side characters and could have included physical disability to represent the cost of war. I am very sad that I had to write this as I genuinely loved the series up to this point.
I absolutely loved this series, so much I bought the entire set. I waited patiently until they arrived to read the last one as I wanted to do a physical read instead of reading it on my ebook....
And now I regret my purchase.
Killing off a main character who already had their own BOOK, who got their HAPPY ENDING, was certainly a choice. I absolutely loved his redemption story and when he died, at first, I wasn't worried. It's a magical world. It's like, 2 chapters until the end. They can bring him back SOMEHOW, you know?
It was fine and dandy until they wrapped him in linen and BURNED HIM. I don't think I've ever raged as hard as I did. Like, what the actual fuck. They talked about going on vacation after this was done. They talked about living a full life together and now....Ugh. I don't even understand because it wouldn't have changed the story in any way, shape or form. THIS HAPPENS IN THE LAST CHAPTER IN THE BOOK. It would have changed NOTHING about the story!
I messaged the author with ?!?!!? and she responded it hurt her too to do it. Uhm, THEN WHY DO IT!? Also, the fact that there's no trigger warning about a main character death or anything, so it irked me even more. I probably wouldn't have picked this one up if I knew. I'd have left it at 6 books and carried on with my life.
This whole series just feels tarnished to me and I won't ever pick it up again because I know he DIES.
Yes, I'm leaving this vague in case someone does want to read this and good for you. I just.... I can't. You can definitely find out which character dies through other reviews. I'm sorry but this put me off this author for forever.
And now I regret my purchase.
Killing off a main character who already had their own BOOK, who got their HAPPY ENDING, was certainly a choice. I absolutely loved his redemption story and when he died, at first, I wasn't worried. It's a magical world. It's like, 2 chapters until the end. They can bring him back SOMEHOW, you know?
It was fine and dandy until they wrapped him in linen and BURNED HIM. I don't think I've ever raged as hard as I did. Like, what the actual fuck. They talked about going on vacation after this was done. They talked about living a full life together and now....Ugh. I don't even understand because it wouldn't have changed the story in any way, shape or form. THIS HAPPENS IN THE LAST CHAPTER IN THE BOOK. It would have changed NOTHING about the story!
I messaged the author with ?!?!!? and she responded it hurt her too to do it. Uhm, THEN WHY DO IT!? Also, the fact that there's no trigger warning about a main character death or anything, so it irked me even more. I probably wouldn't have picked this one up if I knew. I'd have left it at 6 books and carried on with my life.
This whole series just feels tarnished to me and I won't ever pick it up again because I know he DIES.
Yes, I'm leaving this vague in case someone does want to read this and good for you. I just.... I can't. You can definitely find out which character dies through other reviews. I'm sorry but this put me off this author for forever.
The end has finally come for our Stallion Ridge Hero’s to fight one last battle and what a great one to end on. This series has been one crazy ride and I’m so sad that we are at the end. Our brave heroes have already fought many a scary bad guy and found love a long the way, but here we are at the reveal of the ultimate boss in our game. After Sky’s very scary dream we know what a challenging time our found family must face. It will probably not surprise some of you who are end boss is. He turned up out of nowhere and offered Stallion Ridge a chance to good to pass up, the railways line! They thought he was just seen the worth of the town, when really, he just painted a target on everyone’s favourite town. I didn’t like the man from the start so I was glad I could openly dislike the man. We learn at the start who our bad guy is, give it up for Leo. He has set in motion a set of events which he can’t and won’t stop. He is just poor evil in my book!
At the end of Sky’s book, we were introduced to who one of our main characters would be and I may have quietly squealed when I saw West’s name. After all that we have heard about him I really wanted to meet the man himself. It comes as no surprise to us all that he isn’t dead at all, just in hiding. When he learns that his brother needs him, he races of to reach Stallion Ridge. On West’s tail is Gin, Leo’s bodyguard and one bad ass dragon. I’m only glad that he got his own story, and he was a good match for West. He is sent the kill West, by order of Leo. West and Leo have a past, and that past is complicated to say the least. It ended bad and now the each want the other dead.
West is known by many names and has several bounties on his head. He moves in the shadows and the shady towns, causing havoc on the way. He changed when he was sent to war, and it led him down a dark path. He did things he wasn’t proud of and that led to him crossing paths with Leo. He has had a tough time of things, but thru it all he is still a proud Centaur. He doesn’t want to disappoint his brother, so he prefers to let him think he is dead. You can see how much he loves him, and their reunion is one we all want for Cal. West has travelled a road he wishes he didn’t, but at least he is trying to be a better person.
Gin, like West, we didn’t really know much about. He is Leo’s bodyguard, and he helped our gang to save Lucas when he was on his rampage. It is then that we learn that he is dragon and that his fire is a cleansing flame. When he catches up to West, we really see that her morals are ruled by honour. He will not fight West until he makes the first move. Despite leaving his home, his values have not changed. His backstory is sad when we learn about what happened to his family. That led him to leave his home and travel on boat to the new world. He meets Leo not longer after arriving and pledges to guard him. Is this something he now regrets? He knows some of what his employer does but is surprised when he learns all his dirty dealings.
There first fight gets side tracked and then leads them on a mission together before West will fight him. The sparks are all over the place when these two are together and I’m glad they got to meet away from Leo’s influence. He got to see who West truly is and how much they have in common. They are more alike than they think.
There is changing POV is this book so we can see what is going on in Stallion Ridge. It made sure that we learn all of what’s happening and see how our heroes are already preparing for what is to come. I have fallen in love with all the characters in this town and I’m glad I picked up this series to read. It has all the aspects I love in this series and each book just gets better and better.
The last battle really is a fight for their survival, I’m glad that they have an amazing town and group of friends beside them. We really get to see what everyone can do in their shifter forms and I’m glad that all the people we meet are all involved in this epic battle. I may have cried by eyes out at one bit, but I sought of thought that he may happen. We knew that there would be loss, but it still didn’t stop the tears. The ending was the best send off for this series and the battle didn’t disappoint. I loved that Jack’s POV starts and ends this book for us. He was the man the story really starts with, so it was only right that it ends with him. I’m glad I finally got to see him get his HEA Gideon and Cal gets a surprise of his own. Also, a fight was mentioned at the end that I so want to see. Jesse, you have balls of steel to accept that fight, but I would love to see who won.
We leave the town of Stallion Ridge a bit worse for wear, sad, but also happy. All the men we met fought hard to get to where they are and I’m glad they all, well nearly all, get that HEA. This book, like all the others, sent me through every emotion there is, but I knew our heroes were very safe in Maz Maddox hands. I read the series through before I picked up this one and it made a good send off for our boys and the citizens of Stallion Ridge. Farewell and we hope I get to revisit you all in the future. I just hope that we get a bonus between Cal and Jesse. After you read the book, you will understand why I want to see them again. Thank you again Maz Maddox for creating Stallion Ridge and all its inhabitants. I’m off to read about dinosaurs now!
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
At the end of Sky’s book, we were introduced to who one of our main characters would be and I may have quietly squealed when I saw West’s name. After all that we have heard about him I really wanted to meet the man himself. It comes as no surprise to us all that he isn’t dead at all, just in hiding. When he learns that his brother needs him, he races of to reach Stallion Ridge. On West’s tail is Gin, Leo’s bodyguard and one bad ass dragon. I’m only glad that he got his own story, and he was a good match for West. He is sent the kill West, by order of Leo. West and Leo have a past, and that past is complicated to say the least. It ended bad and now the each want the other dead.
West is known by many names and has several bounties on his head. He moves in the shadows and the shady towns, causing havoc on the way. He changed when he was sent to war, and it led him down a dark path. He did things he wasn’t proud of and that led to him crossing paths with Leo. He has had a tough time of things, but thru it all he is still a proud Centaur. He doesn’t want to disappoint his brother, so he prefers to let him think he is dead. You can see how much he loves him, and their reunion is one we all want for Cal. West has travelled a road he wishes he didn’t, but at least he is trying to be a better person.
Gin, like West, we didn’t really know much about. He is Leo’s bodyguard, and he helped our gang to save Lucas when he was on his rampage. It is then that we learn that he is dragon and that his fire is a cleansing flame. When he catches up to West, we really see that her morals are ruled by honour. He will not fight West until he makes the first move. Despite leaving his home, his values have not changed. His backstory is sad when we learn about what happened to his family. That led him to leave his home and travel on boat to the new world. He meets Leo not longer after arriving and pledges to guard him. Is this something he now regrets? He knows some of what his employer does but is surprised when he learns all his dirty dealings.
There first fight gets side tracked and then leads them on a mission together before West will fight him. The sparks are all over the place when these two are together and I’m glad they got to meet away from Leo’s influence. He got to see who West truly is and how much they have in common. They are more alike than they think.
There is changing POV is this book so we can see what is going on in Stallion Ridge. It made sure that we learn all of what’s happening and see how our heroes are already preparing for what is to come. I have fallen in love with all the characters in this town and I’m glad I picked up this series to read. It has all the aspects I love in this series and each book just gets better and better.
The last battle really is a fight for their survival, I’m glad that they have an amazing town and group of friends beside them. We really get to see what everyone can do in their shifter forms and I’m glad that all the people we meet are all involved in this epic battle. I may have cried by eyes out at one bit, but I sought of thought that he may happen. We knew that there would be loss, but it still didn’t stop the tears. The ending was the best send off for this series and the battle didn’t disappoint. I loved that Jack’s POV starts and ends this book for us. He was the man the story really starts with, so it was only right that it ends with him. I’m glad I finally got to see him get his HEA Gideon and Cal gets a surprise of his own. Also, a fight was mentioned at the end that I so want to see. Jesse, you have balls of steel to accept that fight, but I would love to see who won.
We leave the town of Stallion Ridge a bit worse for wear, sad, but also happy. All the men we met fought hard to get to where they are and I’m glad they all, well nearly all, get that HEA. This book, like all the others, sent me through every emotion there is, but I knew our heroes were very safe in Maz Maddox hands. I read the series through before I picked up this one and it made a good send off for our boys and the citizens of Stallion Ridge. Farewell and we hope I get to revisit you all in the future. I just hope that we get a bonus between Cal and Jesse. After you read the book, you will understand why I want to see them again. Thank you again Maz Maddox for creating Stallion Ridge and all its inhabitants. I’m off to read about dinosaurs now!
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
I love everything this author writes, including this book. It probably would’ve been my favorite because I love that they were all together. BUT I don’t feel it was necessary to kill Seb. It makes me feel like the only reason he was in a throuple was so that he could be killed and we wouldn’t have to feel as bad for his partners. I was really hoping the rocks would work some magic and bring him back, maybe without the runes.
It ruined the series for me a bit. Their happy ending was done. You can’t mess with a character after their HEA has happened. That has to go against some romance code somewhere, right?
They even talked about a vacation after the fighting was over. Way to rip out my heart.
It ruined the series for me a bit. Their happy ending was done. You can’t mess with a character after their HEA has happened. That has to go against some romance code somewhere, right?
They even talked about a vacation after the fighting was over. Way to rip out my heart.
The final book for the series which has been fun and exciting to read each one. The author does a fantastic job with the scenes and characters bringing them together in the story.
Marshall Jack was looking forward to ending his day but it wasn't to be so quick when he's arrested and the story progresses from there with lots covered in the book which includes the whole town.
Gin (a dragon) worked for the bad guy although he didn't know it as a bodyguard.
As West (a Minotaur shifter) finds his stirring pot had caught the ear of someone he didn't want known. An action and drama scenes are big in this as West and the others fight to save the town. West and Gin are enemies but learn to fight bad creatures and end in a truce. Sexy switching scenes included with a wax play scene. A brilliant ending for the book with West and Gin getting their HEA not without a little more dramas with ol Leo.
An amazing series to read which features unusual shifters with action and dramas into a fantastic series, yah I’d recommend to be read in order to understand the storyline to what happens
Marshall Jack was looking forward to ending his day but it wasn't to be so quick when he's arrested and the story progresses from there with lots covered in the book which includes the whole town.
Gin (a dragon) worked for the bad guy although he didn't know it as a bodyguard.
As West (a Minotaur shifter) finds his stirring pot had caught the ear of someone he didn't want known. An action and drama scenes are big in this as West and the others fight to save the town. West and Gin are enemies but learn to fight bad creatures and end in a truce. Sexy switching scenes included with a wax play scene. A brilliant ending for the book with West and Gin getting their HEA not without a little more dramas with ol Leo.
An amazing series to read which features unusual shifters with action and dramas into a fantastic series, yah I’d recommend to be read in order to understand the storyline to what happens
God this one killed me, but the ending death was so perfectly anticlimactic. Just as Leo deserved and Seb poor sweet broken Seb
adventurous
emotional
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
As a Centaur without honour, West Klelbor lives the life of a ghost, keeping to the shadows where his infamous name is less likely to find him trouble. It’s safer for his brother, Cal, to believe him dead. He’s maintained the lie for several years, and intends to do so for the rest of his days—until a mysterious stranger finds West at the far reaches of civilization with a warning: Stallion Ridge is in danger. West must face his ghosts and confront the very real threats to his brother’s life, but West’s past isn't the only thing haunting him. Gin, a deadly dragon beholden to his new master, longs for redemption. Gin is sent into the wild with one mission: claim the head of the infamous Pale Horse of Death. But the sly Centaur won’t make Gin’s hunt easy, nor will he let Gin escape with his heart intact.
Sunsets & Showdowns is the adventurous, captivating, and emotional finale of the Stallion Ridge series. The seventh novel sees the culmination of the overarching plot points that have carried through from their early foundations in book one, Heartache & Hoofbeats, with the ultimate battle to ensure the thriving community of Stallion Ridge continues to be a safe haven for shifters and humans alike. With a focus on familial duty, shame, and redemption, this is one of the heavier stories of the series, emotionally speaking, but the romance, adventure, and the finale is well worth the tears that might threaten. The pacing may be a little fast for some towards the end, but the resolution felt realistic and I especially appreciated a glimpse at the characters’ ultimate HEAs from a new perspective. This series is definitely going on a list of my all time favourites.
medium-paced
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death