Wickedly clever? He claimed my lips as if he were staking a claim to my very soul. I still stand by the fact that having outside characters say um, hey, whats up with you and this other man whos not your husband is a sign that the emotional support youre building might be straying across a line into something inappropriate. And as far as being a distraction to Casteel, that's his weakness. I kept falling when he never once told me not to pick up a sword or bow and instead handed one to me. Besides, I doubt I'd be able to sleep. He turned his head slightly, lining up his mouth with mine. Casteel: "There's a vein there, right along your leg, with all these little veins branching off. So what do you guys think? I want everything. ", Poppy: "I'd rather marry without actually being able to replay all of their concerns in my head during the ceremony. If that had been all, I wouldve overlooked it. Thrust among those who see her as a symbol of a monstrous kingdom, she barely knows who she is without the veil of the Maiden. Poppy and Casteel finally being real, not "pretending," and getting married. ", Casteel: "It's considered a great honor in Atlantia to be welcomed into the bosom of the noble, ruling family. You have many un-Maiden-like talents, don't you? His tongue lapped over the sensitive mark. What if after Casteel accomplished what he wanted, when he fulfilled his end of the bargain, all that remained was lies and betrayals? He jerked and growled out a sharp curse, and I knew he'd taken another arrow. In me. I wanted to be your first. You wound me yet again. Either way, I scrambled to my knees and turned on him, throwing a wild punch. There isn't really clarity with where our three main characters relationship will go next, and I'm not sure where the author is taking their relationship. I honestly was thinking that she would be bonded with Poppy at some point, but considering what we find out in the end, Poppy doesn't really need a bonded wolven, as technically, all wolven are bound to protect her. That could've been my shock, though, because I'd never felt anything like that from him before. Hurrying to the bed, I picked up the wolven dagger and secured it around my thigh. From the moment you stayed instead of walking out of that room at the Red Pearl, I knew you had a warrior's strength and bravery.". Kieran and Casteel have a heart to heart about the ab. And you're the first person to ever impress her. Is that less vague enough for you, Penellaphe? ", Kieran: "No matter how hard you try with that knife you just swiped, you will not be able to kill Cas with it. Neither of us will fall. her, physically and emotionally. Im not sure if its because of the popularity of the series or what, but it seems that the publisher has taken a very hands-off approach to editing this series. His head dipped, and his mouth was on mine before the laugh even faded. several times, was demonstrated that is not just poppy and casteel or casteel and kieran anymore, its the three of them together: "And I still am. I remember her admitting (I believe on her facebook page, where she is very active with her fans), that she was not sure if she could write a good high-fantasy, and she didn't know if she would ever publish it. I'm who you call the Dark One. There are readers for it, and Im sure many would have gobbled it up! ", Kieran: "Those pants were looser, I suppose. Casteel's head swung toward mine so fast, I was surprised he didn't crack his neck. Bastard. Kieran reveals that since Casteel cares for Poppy, he would find it repellant to feed from anyone else because it's too intimate. ", Casteel: "But I know you won't allow it. from someone else because of his love for Poppy. He is convinced that Hawke and Kieran have led them into a trap. His fingers trailed along my thigh, the ring around his finger cool against my skin. Casteel: "Then I guess it would be repetitive of me to tell you how much you're turning me on now? Phillips and Penellaphe race toward the stables, and Hawke kills Phillips. But hes the only way for her to get what she wantsto find her brother Ian and see for herself if he has become a soulless Ascended. He answers her questions with no judgement, and is honest with her. It shouldn't come as a shock, because I was already in love with him the moment my heart broke when I learned the truth of who he was. What we do learn about the world comes through exposition. I will give you the honor of becoming my husband, because you're already worthy of me. ", Kieran: And you still look like you want to murder me. Who she is - this beautiful, strong, intelligent, endlessly curious and kind woman who was as much a victim of the Ascended as any Atlantians. ", Casteel: "I wouldn't be marrying her if I didn't plan on keeping her. She is joined by Kieran, Casteels best friend who hurts almost as much as she does with Casteels loss. ", Poppy: "Yes. ", Casteel: "Are you thinking about using it against me?". And no one, not even my father or my mother, will change that. Forget it.". And as her abilities to feel pain and emotion begin to grow and strengthen, the Atlantians start to fear her. ", Casteel: "You have a beautiful smile. I am an asset. Poppy: "He told me he believed it was the Atlantian blood in him, recognizing mine. I wanted you, and I wanted to find a way to try to keep you. It feels like forever. Casteel: "So incredibly violent, my Princess. It was more the strangeness of the relationship between Kieran and Poppy while Cas was a prisoner. ", Alastir: "Ah, yes, you did take her. If that is what you choose. ", Casteel: "It still turns me on, Princess. Casteel: "There is one more thing I need. I fell and fell when I realized that Casteel wore many masks for many reasons. For more information, please see our But damn are you for real? Oh, my gods. Kieran, Casteel, and Poppy are a team. <-------. ", Casteel: "I didn't take you then because I knew the moment I did, you would stop looking at me like like I was just Hawke. The Kieran-Poppy-Casteel Vibes. But he was the first thing I'd ever truly chosen for myself.". I can promise you that some of the most interesting conversations take place with no clothes to speak of. ", Casteel: "Just so you know, Penellaphe doesn't need protection. Everything Poppy has ever believed in is a lie, including the man she was falling in love with. Poppy: "I chose him when I knew him as Hawke. Theyve all been bloated, poorly edited behemoths of books. I have been very devoted to LUX being my favorite series to date, but I think it's been bumped down to the number 2 slot. "He's not wounded," Kieran answered. I don't want Kieran. The way Im going to review this book is as follows: Im going to start with a review of the objective state of this book, then move out to my own interpretations, and then briefly discuss the fan reaction. Yes, I have the Maiden, and I'm not giving her back. Myself, Casteel, Kieran, Viktor and Tawny. ", Poppy: "No one wants to hear about how many times I've made you bleed. . But fearing what you're capable of doesn't mean I fear you. With a wound that most likely punctured a lung. ", Poppy: "Why does everyone think I'm going to stab them when I pick up anything that's not blunt? It's no secret on this little blog of mine that I have a thing for the anti-hero. Pleasure. Im not insecure enough to care about the opinions of little men. I stepped back, bumping into a shelf. To be inside you as I take a part of you inside me. Personalities are kept consistent, and best of all, the book is thrilling and unpredictable. Bored with a hint of amusement. To work with him to get both of their brothers back. She is the perfect heroine. Because I'd never stopped falling. Guard her well. together days after the Joining and the comment about Poppy's armor are what took it too far for me . Whelp, shes off sharing a bed with naked Kieran, developing feelings for him, and getting asked why her husbands best friend is acting like her husband by family friends. ", Poppy: "Your mind always resides in unseemly places. He needs her alive, healthy, and whole to achieve his goals. I wanted his mouth on mine, kissing away the lies his lips once spoke. I'm just a little chilled. ", Vonetta: "Apparently, you have a habit of it. Then, we get our first true taste of Hawke's character When he and Vikter argue about Poppy and him being caught alone together. Accepting him and and allowing myself to feel what I did f or him was a betrayal to those who were lost in all of this, and it felt like a betrayal to myself. Review: This was another massive book, so as much as I wanted to get my review out as close to the release day as possible, here we are, a few weeks later. I thought I heard you calling my name. The magnitude of what the Blood Queen has done is almost unthinkable. It always will be. Even when Poppy and Casteel are reunited, Poppys mentally bemoaning Kieran not being around. Poppy and Kierans relationship has grown over the four books (well I guess 3 since he wasnt really in most of book 1) and they really emotionally bonded over the grief of Cas being held prisoner. Casteel: "Would you fret with worry if I was?". I wanted to believe we were heartmates in spite of everything that made that seem impossible. You will have to force me, and I will not make it easy for you. You're clever, and you are kinder than even you realize - even though I know you have earned the title of the Dark One. There were plenty of hints in the book that a possible threesome might happen at some point, and while I usually wouldn't, that level of smut, I just don't see it. That's not why I want to use my abilities. The King wants to use her to send a message. Second of all, don't highlight the text. Seeing me. Not if she has any hope of building a future where both kingdoms can reside in peace. ", Kieran: "What took you two so long? A tiny piece that belonged to me? ", Poppy: "I can hate that I'm nothing more than a pawn to you and still understand why I am. Fucking. Casteel is once again a prisoner of . There is a chapter I'm sure you'll be interested in. Hawke is really the Dark One, Prince Casteel Da'Neer of the Atlantians. Kieran nudged my hand again, and I opened it, revealing the golden mark and the ring on my finger. The kiss was it was as intoxicating as his bite, as everything about him was. ", Poppy: "He told me what it is. ", Casteel: "Lion. It will be wise to behave appropriately. Casteel: "Devilishly handsome? Senses hyperaware, I watched him lean in as a confusing tremor of anticipation coiled its way down my spine. Poppy and Casteel have no desire for anyone but each other, they aren't adding him to their relationship. Anyways you might h Millions of unique designs by independent artists. I'm just as good with a sword as I am with a bow, and I'm damn good with a bow. I know it. The way The Joining should have gone. Im not going back to the keep. And a special treat in this book: at the end, you get a link to read the red pearl scene (From Blood and Ash) from Hawke's perspective, and it's pretty amazing. But ". ", Casteel: "Talking doesn't require any clothes at all. had a lot of thoughts and feelings about this book, so its taken a bit to get my mind in order with what exactly I wanted to say about this book. My mouth opened, but I truly had nothing to say. Today? ", Poppy: "Some deserve a punch in the face. It is still heavily Cas&Poppy so not sure if we are ever gonna have them all together again or just a one time thing from the joining. In the glow of the fire, both dimples appeared. Like completely naked, and I saw way too much tawny-hued skin. Kieran doesn't show any interest in Poppy like that. Would you rather it be him? Book: The War of Two Queens by Jennifer L. Armentrout, Publishing Info: Blue Box Press, March 2022, Where Did I Get this Book: bought the ebook, Where Can You Get this Book: Amazon| IndieBound | WorldCat, Book Description: From the desperation of golden crowns. If you had stopped after the first time you referenced her, I wouldve let you walk out of here with just your overinflated sense of self-worth. It can be any piece of your choosing. We can't forget about the side characters in this book. I couldn't give you to them, not even for my brother. ", Casteel: "You waking up uninjured was more pressing than a vague, rather unhelpful message from the gods. The Prince of Atlantia. The shock of his lips against mine sent a jolt through me. Casteel sends Kieran away, and the two of them fight, but Poppy realizes that while she has been able to keep up with Casteel, he was tiring her out until he could grab her. ", Poppy: "I don't know if you realize this or not, Casteel, but I'm not duty-bound to obey a single thing you say. ", Poppy: "I think he's far more taken with himself. I am all for it. Kieran is Casteel's bonded wolf. Because I didn't throw it at your face this time? They believe he has turned into an Ascended. ", Delano: "I heard one of them talk about how they wanted to make a cloak out of my fur. His truths as sensual as his bite. and our Trying to talk about my thoughts on characters, will be a little difficult to not spoil so if you have already read the book, feel free to highlight the hidden text to read. A slight laugh escaped me at the unexpected sight. Miss Willa has the same sleeping arrangement -", Kieran: "I really hope you two don't turn into one of those couples who are constantly whispering sweet nothings at one another. And Poppy, wouldn't either. His lips curled into a half-grin, revealing the dimple in his right cheek. ", Casteel: "There's something innately wrong with the idea of being stabbed and then having to clean up my own blood. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. It wasn't a lie. Whilst the palace was still in use, this was a better base for raising children, and for babysitting Kieran noted as he carried Coralena to the lounge, to the baby . It burst from me. I'm kinda, Poppy and Kieran? Proudly created with. Casteel had faced all his demons found true love and more or less completed. ", Kieran: "You look like you want to do that now. ", Casteel: "Then you should get changed. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. With the strength of the Primal of Lifes guards behind her, and the support of the wolven, Poppy must convince the Atlantian generals to make war her waybecause there can be no retreat this time. ", Casteel: "Atlantia rose from blood and ash. ", Kieran: "Yes, but your face is as red as a tomato. Elijah: "Keep our Prince in line and do so vigilantly. Casteel had faced all his demons, found true love, and more or less completed his purpose as a character. We get so many questions answered that developed from From Blood and Ash, and, very much like Poppy, I have so many more questions for the next book. It's just that I would've paid good money to see him try to explain that to you. He lifted my hand to his mouth and kissed the center of my palm. He valued me for who I am and didn't try to control me. You'd only be annoyed, and the knife is not nearly sharp enough to sever your head or pierce your incredibly thick skull. ", Poppy: "I'm going to ignore that incredibly disturbing possibility. When I read the first three chapters after they were released a month early, I was feeling like this guy was bad news. Elijah: "Told him that if a woman fights with that kind of passion and makes you work that hard to earn even a smile, then that's the kind of woman you want by your side in and out of the bedchamber.". The last chapters of the book are just epic. ", Kieran: "Well, you do have a habit of doing exactly that.". Casteel: "Now, you know that's not true at all. ", Poppy: "I wouldn't confuse submission for distraction, and I wouldn't mistake obedience for stupidity when it's apparent that you know very little about the people of Solis. ", Poppy: "How is me threatening to stab you going to convince anyone that this engagement is real? Their relationship is so teasing and annoying each other. Emotionally, I believe you left him shredded. Casteel became so still, I wondered if he breathed. ", Poppy: "It's you. SO FREAKING MUCH. I opened my mouth to tell him that whatever he needed didn't involve him and me in a pantry, but nothing came out. ", Kieran: "Dear gods, you have her on her own horse? That when it comes time for you to leave, I'm still going to want you. ", Casteel: "It's no secret that I planned to use Penellaphe as ransom. This is better. ", Poppy: "Is it really necessary that the three of us sleep so close? I took a shallow breath, feeling Casteel's gaze on me, but I refused to look at him. Plans that could bind their lives together in unexpected ways that neither kingdom is prepared for. ", Casteel: "Do you think I understand any of this, Poppy? Poppy: "I'd never seen so many in one place. But I definitely agree with what youre saying about Kieran now seeming to be the epitome of a third wheel. And maybe you should actually look at me when you try to order me to do things. How your stupid dimples are infuriating, but I look for them every time you smile because I know that's a real smile. Poppy is not only on the verge of losing her heart and being found unworthy by the gods, but also her life when every blood-soaked thread that holds her world together begins to unravel. ", Kieran: "Casteel will announce you as his fiance. Repeatedly. I knew it wasn't my naivety or lack of experience. Its complicated. Yeaahh, it reads pretty bad and checks all my marks for emotional cheating in my book (honestly, bordering on actual cheating with that naked sleeping scene). Much like From Blood and Ash, A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire has an amazing story-line, constantly ramping up the action, and the relationships between everyone grow organically. But Poppy is a character portrayed by the musician Moriah Poppy, born Moriah Pereira, created with the director Titanic Sinclair . What I felt only grew when I realized that he would, in fact, kill whoever insulted me, no matter how wrong that was. Because I don't have gold or hazel eyes? ", Kieran: "Do me a favor. You would've done it to save me. If you had, I wouldn't have gotten to see the look on his face when I sliced off his hand and then his head.". '", Poppy: "In a perfect world, I would've loved to have been courted in a way that didn't involve kidnappings or fleeing the Ascended. I really can, but our King and Queen -", Casteel: "Will be shocked and probably greatly annoyed that I have married someone they have never laid eyes on, not to mention someone who is only half-Atlantian and was once the Maiden. Casteels reaction to Poppy telling him she loved him. To end what the Blood Queen has begun, Poppy might have to become what she has been prophesied to bewhat she fears the most. I think it's something deeper than that. It was evident in the way Kieran was physically described to. Just. ", Casteel: "I can always read to you. In the third book that is expected to be released in April 2021, hopefully we will get to see more of the relationship between Poppy and Casteel. But this strange element of their relationship, to me, read a bit more like emotional infidelity at worst and at best as emotional wishy-washiness on Poppys part that was unlikable. Reply. ", Casteel: "You're not the only one. 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