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The Nephilim's Touch by Morgan Lysand
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
4,5 Stars
ARC Read: 13/09/2024
I received this ebook for free and I'm leaving this review of my own accord. Thank you, Morgan Lysand for this gift. 🥰
What to expect from this book? 🤔
❤️🔥 Adult MM Paranormal Romance 🥵💦
👉 Small Supernatural Town
🍃Plant Daddy & Bartender Nephilim x Crossroads Demon😈
👿 Grumpy x Sunshine 🌈😳
👉 Strangers To Roommates To Lovers
🥵👌 One Bed
👉 Opposites Attract 🧲
🤌 Size Difference
💞 Mutual Insta-Crush/Lust
😇🙏Please Teach Me Magic (& Bottoming Demon)
😈🙏Be My Angel Angel
🥵Tail & Horns Play
👉Possessiveness & Jealousy
💫 A Cute, Androgynous, Little Half-Angel
&
🧶 A Loyal, Grumpy, Stubborn, Rule Breaker Demon
👉ADHD & Bisexual Rep
👉Found Family
🐕Adorable Hellhound Doggy & Cutepie Kitten Shifter🐈
🌿🍂Magical Nymph Shows At The Community Garden By The Moonlight🍃🍁
Series: Tales From The Tarot #8
Cover: 5/5
Story: 4,5/5
This book is filled with so many funny, fluffy, and hot moments, I couldn’t get enough! 😍
ARC Read: 13/09/2024
I received this ebook for free and I'm leaving this review of my own accord. Thank you, Morgan Lysand for this gift. 🥰
What to expect from this book? 🤔
❤️🔥 Adult MM Paranormal Romance 🥵💦
👉 Small Supernatural Town
🍃Plant Daddy & Bartender Nephilim x Crossroads Demon😈
👿 Grumpy x Sunshine 🌈😳
👉 Strangers To Roommates To Lovers
🥵👌 One Bed
👉 Opposites Attract 🧲
🤌 Size Difference
💞 Mutual Insta-Crush/Lust
😇🙏Please Teach Me Magic (& Bottoming Demon)
😈🙏Be My Angel Angel
🥵Tail & Horns Play
👉Possessiveness & Jealousy
💫 A Cute, Androgynous, Little Half-Angel
&
🧶 A Loyal, Grumpy, Stubborn, Rule Breaker Demon
👉ADHD & Bisexual Rep
👉Found Family
🐕Adorable Hellhound Doggy & Cutepie Kitten Shifter🐈
🌿🍂Magical Nymph Shows At The Community Garden By The Moonlight🍃🍁
Series: Tales From The Tarot #8
Cover: 5/5
Story: 4,5/5
This book is filled with so many funny, fluffy, and hot moments, I couldn’t get enough! 😍
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"Van: “I hope you’re okay with me touching you,” someone whispers, then there’s a light pressure on my face. The warm cloth instantly soothes me. “I don’t know who you are, but you can touch me anytime.” They squeak when I circle my hands around their waist. I’m enjoying the peace and quiet with my eyes closed, but I want to see who disturbs my slumber so sweetly. Also, why on earth are they sitting on me?"
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"Van: “I hope you’re okay with me touching you,” someone whispers, then there’s a light pressure on my face. The warm cloth instantly soothes me. “I don’t know who you are, but you can touch me anytime.” They squeak when I circle my hands around their waist. I’m enjoying the peace and quiet with my eyes closed, but I want to see who disturbs my slumber so sweetly. Also, why on earth are they sitting on me?"
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Genre/Trope:Adult/MM Romance/Size Difference/Opposites Attract/Friends To Lovers/Insta Lust/Insta Crush/Low Angst/Please Teach Me/Shameless Flirt/Cranky Nature/Sun Kissed Spirit/Bi Rep/Paranormal/Fantasy/Sweet Tooth/Angel Or Demon/Beast Glamour/Bite Isn't Enough/Dirty Talker/LGTBQIA Plus/New Authors/Off Grid Attraction/Very Possessive Mc/Forced Proximity/Very Tempting Roommate/ARC/Morgan Lysand
Content/Trigger Warnings: vomiting mentioned
Plot: 5/5
POV: 1
Main Characters:
5/5 – Gabe, nickname: Angel, 28yo, he/him, Nephilim (half-angel, half-human), bartender at Flutter & Fangs, kind, cute, plant daddy, (and according with Van smells “like sunshine and rain and rainbows, if rainbows had a scent.”)
5/5 – Vander, nickname: Van, 30-35yo, he/him, demon: crossroads demon, grumpy pants, stubborn, loyal friend.
Van and Gabe’s relationship felt so natural, cute, and true… so adorable and spicy with all that flirting and teasing!
I really enjoyed reading this book. It gave me such a great time.
I absolutely loved how patient Gabe was with Van, and the scene where they were knitting? H.I.L.A.R.I.O.U.S. 🤣
Oh, and let’s talk about the neutral pronouns they used for each other in their minds before even knowing each other’s pronouns…..UFFFF, I ATE THAT UP. 👏👏👏
As someone who is enby/gfluid, it made me feel so seen.
It’s so refreshing and also gives such insight into how the MCs see the world, showing the respect they have for others.
It was just purrfect. I can’t even begin to explain how much this means to me!
Honestly, just days ago, I was reading a book (duh) where the MCs magically knew each other’s pronouns without asking.
It irritated and confused me…..? like, how can anyone still think that clothes, body shape, or voice give you all the info you need to assume someone’s gender?!
So, 🙌THIS WAS SUPER REFESHING🙌!!!
Now the flirting and the sex? 🤌🤌🤌 Tail and horn play, any time you want please!
Major Arcana Tarot Card: The Empress (The Consort)
Card Info:
-UPRIGHT. femininity, beauty, nature, nurturing, abundance.
-REVERSED. creative block, dependence on others.
The Magic Shop, The Owner, the magic book, and the runaway tarot card were the perfect combo!
I just wish Gabe had bought a plant to bring back with us and describe more of his plant babies.
I know. I know. I know. I'm being very demanding today… I feel it but it just bc I loved this book so much that I can’t help wanting more!
Content/Trigger Warnings: vomiting mentioned
Plot: 5/5
POV: 1
Main Characters:
5/5 – Gabe, nickname: Angel, 28yo, he/him, Nephilim (half-angel, half-human), bartender at Flutter & Fangs, kind, cute, plant daddy, (and according with Van smells “like sunshine and rain and rainbows, if rainbows had a scent.”)
5/5 – Vander, nickname: Van, 30-35yo, he/him, demon: crossroads demon, grumpy pants, stubborn, loyal friend.
Van and Gabe’s relationship felt so natural, cute, and true… so adorable and spicy with all that flirting and teasing!
I really enjoyed reading this book. It gave me such a great time.
I absolutely loved how patient Gabe was with Van, and the scene where they were knitting? H.I.L.A.R.I.O.U.S. 🤣
Oh, and let’s talk about the neutral pronouns they used for each other in their minds before even knowing each other’s pronouns…..UFFFF, I ATE THAT UP. 👏👏👏
As someone who is enby/gfluid, it made me feel so seen.
It’s so refreshing and also gives such insight into how the MCs see the world, showing the respect they have for others.
It was just purrfect. I can’t even begin to explain how much this means to me!
Honestly, just days ago, I was reading a book (duh) where the MCs magically knew each other’s pronouns without asking.
It irritated and confused me…..? like, how can anyone still think that clothes, body shape, or voice give you all the info you need to assume someone’s gender?!
So, 🙌THIS WAS SUPER REFESHING🙌!!!
Now the flirting and the sex? 🤌🤌🤌 Tail and horn play, any time you want please!
Major Arcana Tarot Card: The Empress (The Consort)
Card Info:
-UPRIGHT. femininity, beauty, nature, nurturing, abundance.
-REVERSED. creative block, dependence on others.
The Magic Shop, The Owner, the magic book, and the runaway tarot card were the perfect combo!
I just wish Gabe had bought a plant to bring back with us and describe more of his plant babies.
I know. I know. I know. I'm being very demanding today… I feel it but it just bc I loved this book so much that I can’t help wanting more!
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"Van: “It’s not what it looks like,” Gabe says, going even pinker and scrambles to get off me. “Aw, I want you to stay, angel,” I tease, as I tighten my hold around his hips. Warwick ignores me to address Gabe directly. “You are straddling my brother. What do you think it looks like?” Gabe squeezes his towel so hard the water drips into my chest. “I couldn’t reach anything from the side of the bed and he was passed out and—” Wick’s lips twitch, and he doubles over. “I’m just giving you a hard time. I’m glad that of all the people to find him, it’s you.” “I didn’t find him, he sorta—” “Poe shoved me through the veil right into Hex.” I growl, causing Gabe to shiver on top of me. If he doesn’t watch it, he’ll make me hard and I’m fighting as it is."
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"Van: “It’s not what it looks like,” Gabe says, going even pinker and scrambles to get off me. “Aw, I want you to stay, angel,” I tease, as I tighten my hold around his hips. Warwick ignores me to address Gabe directly. “You are straddling my brother. What do you think it looks like?” Gabe squeezes his towel so hard the water drips into my chest. “I couldn’t reach anything from the side of the bed and he was passed out and—” Wick’s lips twitch, and he doubles over. “I’m just giving you a hard time. I’m glad that of all the people to find him, it’s you.” “I didn’t find him, he sorta—” “Poe shoved me through the veil right into Hex.” I growl, causing Gabe to shiver on top of me. If he doesn’t watch it, he’ll make me hard and I’m fighting as it is."
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Side Characters: 4/5
I love Nef, the wood nymph! All the scenes in the community garden beneath the moonlight, with Nef’s performances, felt absolutely magical.
The descriptions were so vivid, and the non-binary Rep?
Wow! Can we even ask for more?
My only issue with this story was that some of the side characters didn’t appear as much as I expected. I was hoping for more involvement from them, so while the book doesn’t feel incomplete, it still left me wanting more backstory or even just a few more appearances from those characters.
For example, Gabe’s mother (his angel side) was awful and hardly a mother. I was really expecting her to show up, leading to a much-needed confrontation with Gabe with a whole lot of drama between them for Gabe’s sake.
I also thought Gabe’s grief over his human father’s death would be mentioned more rather than just mentioned at the beginning.
On the other hand, Van and Wick’s mother was explained in enough detail that I felt satisfied. Van’s description alone made it clear she was quite a piece of work, so I didn’t feel the need to meet her or learn more about her.
I completely understand that the book is meant to be short, which limits how much the author dives into the characters, places, and even the plot.
But for me, some side characters felt underdeveloped. Likely because of my high expectations and my habit of trying to predict where the story is headed... something I’m working on… my bad!
I feel that the HEX series Morgan Lysand created, with its mini cliffhanger vibes, is meant to be read in order for a full understanding of the Hex Universe.
Some characters seem underdeveloped or deliberately kept mysterious because the author plans to explore them further in future or previous books.
Take Poe, for example the King Of Crossroads.
I feel like we needed to get to know him a bit better. I didn’t like how he treated Van and his brother, and it didn’t feel well justified, especially with his over-the-top dramatic solution concerning Van’s temper issues.
But anyway, that said, I can’t wait to dive deeper into the Hex Universe and learn more about these characters!!!
I love Nef, the wood nymph! All the scenes in the community garden beneath the moonlight, with Nef’s performances, felt absolutely magical.
The descriptions were so vivid, and the non-binary Rep?
Wow! Can we even ask for more?
My only issue with this story was that some of the side characters didn’t appear as much as I expected. I was hoping for more involvement from them, so while the book doesn’t feel incomplete, it still left me wanting more backstory or even just a few more appearances from those characters.
For example, Gabe’s mother (his angel side) was awful and hardly a mother. I was really expecting her to show up, leading to a much-needed confrontation with Gabe with a whole lot of drama between them for Gabe’s sake.
I also thought Gabe’s grief over his human father’s death would be mentioned more rather than just mentioned at the beginning.
On the other hand, Van and Wick’s mother was explained in enough detail that I felt satisfied. Van’s description alone made it clear she was quite a piece of work, so I didn’t feel the need to meet her or learn more about her.
I completely understand that the book is meant to be short, which limits how much the author dives into the characters, places, and even the plot.
But for me, some side characters felt underdeveloped. Likely because of my high expectations and my habit of trying to predict where the story is headed... something I’m working on… my bad!
I feel that the HEX series Morgan Lysand created, with its mini cliffhanger vibes, is meant to be read in order for a full understanding of the Hex Universe.
Some characters seem underdeveloped or deliberately kept mysterious because the author plans to explore them further in future or previous books.
Take Poe, for example the King Of Crossroads.
I feel like we needed to get to know him a bit better. I didn’t like how he treated Van and his brother, and it didn’t feel well justified, especially with his over-the-top dramatic solution concerning Van’s temper issues.
But anyway, that said, I can’t wait to dive deeper into the Hex Universe and learn more about these characters!!!
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"Gabe: I’m out of breath once I get to the door of the shop and take a few minutes to center myself before going full Kool-Aid Man inside. I wonder what kind of plants will be here today. As I enter, I breathe in the familiar scent of old books and incense."
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"Gabe: I’m out of breath once I get to the door of the shop and take a few minutes to center myself before going full Kool-Aid Man inside. I wonder what kind of plants will be here today. As I enter, I breathe in the familiar scent of old books and incense."
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Humor: Medium High Focus
Angst: Low Focus
Steam Level: 3,5/5
Romance: High Focus
Cheating? No
Cons:The only thing I didn't need was the specifics on the food. My favorite kinds of books are the ones that don't describe the food the characters are eating in every scene, or at least only once or twice. It's not just because I'm vegan—I respect everyone's choices—but I also don't think it's necessary to define a character's lifestyle or personality by their food preferences. That's why I don't read chef or food-related books. That being said I didn’t need the specifics of scrambling eggs, it was cute the mutual liking but too much description.
The Ending: 2,5/5
HEA/HFN/Cliffhanger? HEA
Once again, just me and my assumptions, but I was expecting a bit more from the ending. It was cute, but maybe not quite enough.
Favorite character? Plant Daddy Of Course
Would I read more of this author? Yes
Would I recommend this book? Yes
Will I read this again in the future? Yes
This is my 1st book by Morgan Lysand.
Enjoyment: 4,5/5
Angst: Low Focus
Steam Level: 3,5/5
Romance: High Focus
Cheating? No
Cons:The only thing I didn't need was the specifics on the food. My favorite kinds of books are the ones that don't describe the food the characters are eating in every scene, or at least only once or twice. It's not just because I'm vegan—I respect everyone's choices—but I also don't think it's necessary to define a character's lifestyle or personality by their food preferences. That's why I don't read chef or food-related books. That being said I didn’t need the specifics of scrambling eggs, it was cute the mutual liking but too much description.
The Ending: 2,5/5
HEA/HFN/Cliffhanger? HEA
Once again, just me and my assumptions, but I was expecting a bit more from the ending. It was cute, but maybe not quite enough.
Favorite character? Plant Daddy Of Course
Would I read more of this author? Yes
Would I recommend this book? Yes
Will I read this again in the future? Yes
This is my 1st book by Morgan Lysand.
Enjoyment: 4,5/5
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"Van: And there’s that grin again. Okay, that’s the goal. Keep Gabe smiling. “I bet you get all the guys, gals, and pals all hot and bothered.” (...) The back of his hand presses to my forehead. “Maybe you should stay in bed, you’re—” I grab his hand. “Angel, demons run hot.” “Oh. Right.” And the blush is back. Blushing and grinning. That’s what I want. “But, I do think…” My head spins and I fall back. I can’t keep my eyes open and sleep takes me again."
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Hex Universe Series by Morgan Lysand:
1./10. Kisses At The Crossroads In Fortune Favors The Fae Multi-Author Series To Read
2./8.The Nephilim’s Touch - 4,5 stars
Expected on 11/10/2024:
3./ How To Summon A Memory In Cauldrons And Kisses Multi-Author Series To Read
Tales From The Tarot Series:
💙 4.King Of Hollywood by Fae Quin - 4,45 stars 💙
💜 5.My Minotaur Daddy by Laura Lascarso - 40% DNF For Now 💜
🖤 6.Across Space And Time by Kit Barrie - 10% DNF Forever 🖤
❤ 7.Chariot Of Souls by Morgan Mason - 3 Stars ❤
💚 8.The Nephilim’s Touchby Morgan Lysand - 4,5 Stars 💚
🧡 9.By Rude Strength by K.L. Hiers - 4,5 Stars 🧡
💛 10.Found In Obscurity - 2,5 stars 💛
!! I don't equate fiction stories to real life. It's a matter of personal taste and what you are willing or want to tolerate in the books you read. We all have different opinions and preferences when it comes to the kind of books we enjoy, so it's important to respect and remember that it's just a book!!
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1./10. Kisses At The Crossroads In Fortune Favors The Fae Multi-Author Series To Read
2./8.
Expected on 11/10/2024:
3./ How To Summon A Memory In Cauldrons And Kisses Multi-Author Series To Read
Tales From The Tarot Series:
💙 4.
💜 5.
🖤 6.
❤ 7.
💚 8.
🧡 9.
💛 10.
!! I don't equate fiction stories to real life. It's a matter of personal taste and what you are willing or want to tolerate in the books you read. We all have different opinions and preferences when it comes to the kind of books we enjoy, so it's important to respect and remember that it's just a book!!
Hope this review was helpful.
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To See My Goodreads Review
To See My BookBub Review
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Content Warnings
Minor: Vomit