A review by kn_cozy_bookworm
Devoted by Lark Taylor

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I absolutely loved this read. Sam has my heart! The representation of what his daily life is like? I know this is so real for many people and I hope they all find this book and feel seen and empowered. 

Sam and Ez’s relationship matches the title of this book to a T. Ez’s protective instincts, even before he knew Sam was his mate, his need to know how Sam ticks so he can always not only help him but anticipate his needs. How he knows exactly how to talk to Sam when he is being controlled by his intrusive thoughts. How he strives to be better for him. 

How Sam calms his temper, even in the heat of it. “Take a lap” is a mantra. 

I loved how welcoming the Seraphim were, how they worked to make Sam feel at home, to also learn how to meet his needs. They don’t bend over backward for him, they learn how to live with him successfully and how to enjoy each other’s company. And their own devotion to Sam, Ez’s mate, even willing to die for him was swoon worthy. 

The over arching story of the Seraphim’s battle with Gloria continues in Devoted, intertwining in Sam and Ez’s relationship big time, but the majority of the story is about Sam and Ez and I am in love! 

This book truly is an amazing read. I enjoyed the emotional depth of Sam and Ez, especially given how Ez is in the first book. The additional insight to the twins and Noah was great and I can’t wait for the next book.