shaekin's review against another edition
5.0
The plot and fantasy background for these books is really fun. Good characters, no major plot holes, easy interesting read. Heads up that it's a gay romance novel with sex scenes.
jrv45's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
b_nour's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
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? It's complicated
4.0
loulou87's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book... even though it had mixed reviews.
For me it was the perfect blend of mystery and romance.
I adored that big strong Mal was the "sub" in this book... and the clueless druid was the one in charge.
in a way it was logical for me... For all the control Mal was supposed to hold, and for all the mistakes that he did ad can never get back, he needed someone to shoulder his guilt and guide him.
in comes Bryce aka The Druid Neighbor who didn't know what he was.
Bryce was an environmentalist who only cared about preserving nature. little did he know that he had a much bigger connection to nature than he could have ever imagines.
Some forced close proximity, Faeri laws and curses and a quest, the men come together and fall for each other.
There is bit of push and pull here... especially with the way their relationship came to be and what fueled it, but I was intrigued and charmed.
The sex scenes were much steamier in this book and I loved them too.
Joel Leslie was narrating and as usual he blew my socks off with his accent work...among his other talents.
Now to wait until book 3 comes in audio!
For me it was the perfect blend of mystery and romance.
I adored that big strong Mal was the "sub" in this book... and the clueless druid was the one in charge.
in a way it was logical for me... For all the control Mal was supposed to hold, and for all the mistakes that he did ad can never get back, he needed someone to shoulder his guilt and guide him.
in comes Bryce aka The Druid Neighbor who didn't know what he was.
Bryce was an environmentalist who only cared about preserving nature. little did he know that he had a much bigger connection to nature than he could have ever imagines.
Some forced close proximity, Faeri laws and curses and a quest, the men come together and fall for each other.
There is bit of push and pull here... especially with the way their relationship came to be and what fueled it, but I was intrigued and charmed.
The sex scenes were much steamier in this book and I loved them too.
Joel Leslie was narrating and as usual he blew my socks off with his accent work...among his other talents.
Now to wait until book 3 comes in audio!
leahkarge's review against another edition
4.0
Much like the first of the series, this book was quite the enjoyable read! Check out the full review on my blog.
cadiva's review against another edition
5.0
Book two was just as much fun as the opener in this brilliant paranormal/urban fantasy series.
I think I might have just liked it a teeny bit more too because I felt so bad for Mal. His one act of selfless sacrifice had led to not only exile but a debilitating disability and I totally got why he was feeling so sorry for himself.
Bryce, on the other hand, was a riot from the off. Loved his tree-hugging environmentalist nature which, obviously, was a clear indication of his actual status as a lost druid!
The sneaky plotting going on in the Faerie World also worked well for the secondary driver to their romance and I liked seeing David and Alun, as well as the brief appearances from mardy Gareth, and seeing how E.J. was interpreting a lot of Irish mythology.
With the stakes even higher, it's on to book three and the no doubt somewhat complicated reunion of True Bard Gareth and his long lost lover.
I think I might have just liked it a teeny bit more too because I felt so bad for Mal. His one act of selfless sacrifice had led to not only exile but a debilitating disability and I totally got why he was feeling so sorry for himself.
Bryce, on the other hand, was a riot from the off. Loved his tree-hugging environmentalist nature which, obviously, was a clear indication of his actual status as a lost druid!
The sneaky plotting going on in the Faerie World also worked well for the secondary driver to their romance and I liked seeing David and Alun, as well as the brief appearances from mardy Gareth, and seeing how E.J. was interpreting a lot of Irish mythology.
With the stakes even higher, it's on to book three and the no doubt somewhat complicated reunion of True Bard Gareth and his long lost lover.
mousegoddess's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Solid read, would not call it a standalone
gale_bruckner's review against another edition
4.0
Enemies to Lovers with magic!
Mal and Bryce come together like vinegar and baking soda! I couldn't imagine two people who had a rougher start, and yet, when they start working together their synergy is undeniably perfect. At times the shift in their connection felt a little rushed, however I recognize that may just be because of my Demi perspective. I very much enjoyed seeing David and Cassie again. I love David's complete acceptance that Cassie is a force of nature. Given everything druids can see, I suspect she saw this love match coming long before anyone else!
Mal and Bryce come together like vinegar and baking soda! I couldn't imagine two people who had a rougher start, and yet, when they start working together their synergy is undeniably perfect. At times the shift in their connection felt a little rushed, however I recognize that may just be because of my Demi perspective. I very much enjoyed seeing David and Cassie again. I love David's complete acceptance that Cassie is a force of nature. Given everything druids can see, I suspect she saw this love match coming long before anyone else!