laurenjodi's review
4.0
Ravaged
4 Stars
Daphne, a Siren-in-training, is tasked by Zeus with assassinating rogue Argonaut, Aristokles. However, Daphne soon comes to realize that there are deeper and darker secrets underlying Ari's apparent murderous sprees. Can the pair expose the truth before it's too late for the human realm's fiercest protector?
Series note: This novella in the Eternal Guardians series is part of the 1001 Nights project. It links between the previous Argonaut story-arc and the new arc focusing on the children of the original Argonauts.
Ari and Daphne's relationship develops rapidly, but that is to be expected given the shorter format. Nevertheless, they are both likable and have great chemistry and interactions.
The cameo appearance by some of the other Argonauts and their mates is an added bonus.
In sum, a short and sweet read with a delightful couple. It will be interesting to see if the surprising twist plays out in the next book.
4 Stars
Daphne, a Siren-in-training, is tasked by Zeus with assassinating rogue Argonaut, Aristokles. However, Daphne soon comes to realize that there are deeper and darker secrets underlying Ari's apparent murderous sprees. Can the pair expose the truth before it's too late for the human realm's fiercest protector?
Series note: This novella in the Eternal Guardians series is part of the 1001 Nights project. It links between the previous Argonaut story-arc and the new arc focusing on the children of the original Argonauts.
Ari and Daphne's relationship develops rapidly, but that is to be expected given the shorter format. Nevertheless, they are both likable and have great chemistry and interactions.
The cameo appearance by some of the other Argonauts and their mates is an added bonus.
In sum, a short and sweet read with a delightful couple. It will be interesting to see if the surprising twist plays out in the next book.
raven168's review against another edition
4.0
When I started reading book 8 and realized there were people there that I didn't know, I remembered about this novella. So I got it and started reading it right away. And it was a good thing. Not only did I really enjoy it, but I am certain that what happens at the end is going to be super important in the future. Ari and Daphne were great characters and make a good couple.
I'm assuming that Ari made some appearance in the prior book but unfortunately I don't remember it at all. Which really was okay though. He has been living in self imposed exile of sorts for around 50 years now with only one companion. A misos he rescued. After the death of his soul mate (who didn't even love him) many years ago, Ari sort of lost it. But it's not until later in this book when we find out what really happened to him. It's pretty bad, but it might turn out to be helpful at some point.
Daphne is training to become a Siren. She's aced pretty much everything except marksmenship. When an opportunity presents itself for her to move on without passing that, she takes it. As the mission comes from Zeus himself though, she hardly has a choice. All the Sirens have heard about the crazy Argonaut that has been killing their people. He's a monster that Zeus wants destroyed and Daphne just took on the task.
But when the two of them meet, Daphne soon realizes that what they have heard has all been a lie and she finds herself falling fast for Ari. Ari is determined to get rid of Daphne despite the way she makes him feel and the effects she having on him. But when they're attacked, we finally learn the true nature of Ari's blackouts and actions. And Daphne does what she has to do in order to save him. The end was a bittersweet one that I did not see coming.
I'm assuming that Ari made some appearance in the prior book but unfortunately I don't remember it at all. Which really was okay though. He has been living in self imposed exile of sorts for around 50 years now with only one companion. A misos he rescued. After the death of his soul mate (who didn't even love him) many years ago, Ari sort of lost it. But it's not until later in this book when we find out what really happened to him. It's pretty bad, but it might turn out to be helpful at some point.
Daphne is training to become a Siren. She's aced pretty much everything except marksmenship. When an opportunity presents itself for her to move on without passing that, she takes it. As the mission comes from Zeus himself though, she hardly has a choice. All the Sirens have heard about the crazy Argonaut that has been killing their people. He's a monster that Zeus wants destroyed and Daphne just took on the task.
But when the two of them meet, Daphne soon realizes that what they have heard has all been a lie and she finds herself falling fast for Ari. Ari is determined to get rid of Daphne despite the way she makes him feel and the effects she having on him. But when they're attacked, we finally learn the true nature of Ari's blackouts and actions. And Daphne does what she has to do in order to save him. The end was a bittersweet one that I did not see coming.
stormingbananas's review against another edition
2.0
How the fuck do you kill a mostly main character in a .5?
ewolf's review against another edition
5.0
Will admit that this is the first in the series that the connection between the couple felt realistic work balanced. Ari doesn't come off like he'll do what he can to screw the woman just because she arouses lust in him. Daphne is a great addition to the group. She is still female and acknowledges her not so strong points. She also stands her own and thinks and do for herself. That is she doesn't just go about following orders from those around her.
The story is a bit rush, but that is to be expected with a novella. Would have been nice to have had a little more with this duo. Does show that the author is able to incorporate something more than just lust with the characters in this series. Hope to see that she establishes it further. Particularly since the last few made it clear that if it wasn't for the sex (some cases abusive sex) that the pairings wouldn't have anything to do with each other.
Am finding that I don't care for Theron with each book. Wasn't feeling him from book one, but his character seems to be the most self-centered, egotistic one. Something that doesn't seem fitting for a leader of a military kind of group. He is the least to have shown compassion and understanding toward those he is leading.
The story is a bit rush, but that is to be expected with a novella. Would have been nice to have had a little more with this duo. Does show that the author is able to incorporate something more than just lust with the characters in this series. Hope to see that she establishes it further. Particularly since the last few made it clear that if it wasn't for the sex (some cases abusive sex) that the pairings wouldn't have anything to do with each other.
Spoiler
(This was made clear when Titus wasn't able to touch Natasa. That part of their story was just them being awkward with each other, and not taking the time to do anything else together.Am finding that I don't care for Theron with each book. Wasn't feeling him from book one, but his character seems to be the most self-centered, egotistic one. Something that doesn't seem fitting for a leader of a military kind of group. He is the least to have shown compassion and understanding toward those he is leading.
cheryls's review against another edition
5.0
Talk about betrayal! Daphne was living a life full of lies. She was sent by Zeus and Athena to kill the monster rogue Argonaut, Aristokles. She was promised a position as a full fledged Siren upon her completion of this task. Who knew the more she got to know this so called monster, the more aware she became of the lies she'd been told and of her attraction to him.
Daphne is so full of spirit. She stands up for herself and for what she believes is right. Aristokles is a big, sexy, cursed warrior and it's his life's mission to help those in need.
I couldn't put this book down. It's full of action, romance, forgiveness and suspense. I can't wait to read more of this amazing series from this fantastic author.
Received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Daphne is so full of spirit. She stands up for herself and for what she believes is right. Aristokles is a big, sexy, cursed warrior and it's his life's mission to help those in need.
I couldn't put this book down. It's full of action, romance, forgiveness and suspense. I can't wait to read more of this amazing series from this fantastic author.
Received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
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