amelie_books's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
🌶️.5 / 5
It's interesting seeing their energy-fuse because it's different from the other. At the same time, I think the author is simply making it more complex as it goes to focus more on the importance of the bond. I personally don't mind and like it.
But the plot...omg I'm so excited. We are far from the end but I'm way too excited to see where we are going to end with all of this
It's interesting seeing their energy-fuse because it's different from the other. At the same time, I think the author is simply making it more complex as it goes to focus more on the importance of the bond. I personally don't mind and like it.
But the plot...omg I'm so excited. We are far from the end but I'm way too excited to see where we are going to end with all of this
raven168's review against another edition
3.0
This series has me conflicted. I am loving the story line and can never wait to find out what happens next and where things are going. However, the couples are really starting to annoy me. It's not their fault though. I am just getting ticked off at how every single time each couple meets, they fall in love within a day (maybe a little more if we're lucky) when they don't know anything about the other. Except that they're possessed by an undeniable lust where all they can think about is jumping the other. I'm sorry, that does not form a solid base of love.
I liked Hope. More so in the very beginning, but still. Although she may seem in control of everything, she's not. When she was in college, her twin brother went into the campus library and killed a lot people before he was killed. It has definitely traumatized her, but her father makes it worse. A military man, he always pushed her brother too much, but he blames Hope for not seeing this coming. And so does she. With the anniversary of this just around the corner, she needs a distraction. One provided in spades when Mac and Angela come back from the dead and show up at her door.
I have liked Forged since the beginning, and he didn't really disappoint. I especially liked how he was able to prioritize things and make himself leave Hope when he needed to help another. The Nightfuries need to know why Forge's head is being called for by the Archguard. The secrets are buried in his head, but no matter what Bastian does, he just can't get to it without a terrible whiplash. With little other options left to them, they seek out human help in the form of Hope. Maybe hypnotherapy will work. At this point, it can't hurt to try. Forge was not informed of this though, and is blindsided when Hope arrives at the house. For more than one reason.
I knew it was going to be hard keeping Hope in the dark about the truth of what's going on, but I was definitely curious to how it would go. Considering the reason Hope was brought there, there actually never is even one therapy session. Because she is Forge's mate, the link between them provides the information they need. Just not in a way that Forge would have liked. Dragged into his nightmares of the night he lost his family, Hope experiences everything he did at that time. More importantly, she breaks thru what he has been blocking and he can finally remember everything. So it urked me some and made no sense when the book ends and he doesn't even tell Bastian. Wasn't that the whole point of this book??
It was inevitable that Forge would have to tell Hope the truth of what he and his brothers are, but when he realized something he has to do it right away. In the beginning of the book, we're told how Mac's tattoo has been hurting him and glowing red. Then out of the blue a huge explosion rocks the place when something comes crashing in and right into Mac. We know what it is, but all the warriors have no idea and are helpless as they watch Mac slowly deteriorate. They find nothing in their archives and know the answers can be found in another. It's while trying to capture Hamersveld for these answers that Forge gets his clue. And not a moment too soon.
Ivar has been working hard on finding a cure for his disease. With not a lot of luck. What I don't really get is how it has spread so far so fast. I thought the whole point of Venom going into the water supply and pushing himself like he did to last house was to prevent exactly this. Anyway. He finally gets it after many failures and rushes to the hospital. What he witnesses there hits him so much harder than he ever thought possible. Especially when he gets to the infants. When Ivar gets home, he can't stop himself from going across the street to Sasha's despite what happened last time. Good thing too, because somehow she had caught his virus. Now he finds himself caught in her web again with no idea what to do or why he thinks of her the way he does.
On the other side of the world, Rodin has managed to spin his lies and get the ruling he has desired. It wasn't easy, but sadly even Dragonkind can be bought. It's going to be open season on the Nightfuries and I can't wait to find out what happens next.
ARC provided by publisher via Netgalley.
I liked Hope. More so in the very beginning, but still. Although she may seem in control of everything, she's not. When she was in college, her twin brother went into the campus library and killed a lot people before he was killed. It has definitely traumatized her, but her father makes it worse. A military man, he always pushed her brother too much, but he blames Hope for not seeing this coming. And so does she. With the anniversary of this just around the corner, she needs a distraction. One provided in spades when Mac and Angela come back from the dead and show up at her door.
I have liked Forged since the beginning, and he didn't really disappoint. I especially liked how he was able to prioritize things and make himself leave Hope when he needed to help another. The Nightfuries need to know why Forge's head is being called for by the Archguard. The secrets are buried in his head, but no matter what Bastian does, he just can't get to it without a terrible whiplash. With little other options left to them, they seek out human help in the form of Hope. Maybe hypnotherapy will work. At this point, it can't hurt to try. Forge was not informed of this though, and is blindsided when Hope arrives at the house. For more than one reason.
I knew it was going to be hard keeping Hope in the dark about the truth of what's going on, but I was definitely curious to how it would go. Considering the reason Hope was brought there, there actually never is even one therapy session. Because she is Forge's mate, the link between them provides the information they need. Just not in a way that Forge would have liked. Dragged into his nightmares of the night he lost his family, Hope experiences everything he did at that time. More importantly, she breaks thru what he has been blocking and he can finally remember everything. So it urked me some and made no sense when the book ends and he doesn't even tell Bastian. Wasn't that the whole point of this book??
It was inevitable that Forge would have to tell Hope the truth of what he and his brothers are, but when he realized something he has to do it right away. In the beginning of the book, we're told how Mac's tattoo has been hurting him and glowing red. Then out of the blue a huge explosion rocks the place when something comes crashing in and right into Mac. We know what it is, but all the warriors have no idea and are helpless as they watch Mac slowly deteriorate. They find nothing in their archives and know the answers can be found in another. It's while trying to capture Hamersveld for these answers that Forge gets his clue. And not a moment too soon.
Ivar has been working hard on finding a cure for his disease. With not a lot of luck. What I don't really get is how it has spread so far so fast. I thought the whole point of Venom going into the water supply and pushing himself like he did to last house was to prevent exactly this. Anyway. He finally gets it after many failures and rushes to the hospital. What he witnesses there hits him so much harder than he ever thought possible. Especially when he gets to the infants. When Ivar gets home, he can't stop himself from going across the street to Sasha's despite what happened last time. Good thing too, because somehow she had caught his virus. Now he finds himself caught in her web again with no idea what to do or why he thinks of her the way he does.
On the other side of the world, Rodin has managed to spin his lies and get the ruling he has desired. It wasn't easy, but sadly even Dragonkind can be bought. It's going to be open season on the Nightfuries and I can't wait to find out what happens next.
ARC provided by publisher via Netgalley.
bookloversofantastic's review against another edition
4.0
I had a real good time with this one, most of all because I love Forge since the beginning, he and Mac are the best team “the Wonder Twins”
retiredhsmom's review against another edition
5.0
It's Finally Here!
Although it felt like we waited forever for book 6 (Forge's story), I was not disappointed. Forge is one of my favorite characters so I was thrilled to read his story. The connection between him and Hope was very fast and resembled a runaway locomotive--just like the prior couples. Both damaged people who needed someone to cling to and who would listen and understand.
This book not only gave us Forge's mate, but Exshaw finally arrived. I’ve been waiting for him since Hamersveld told Ivar how he got Fen in Fury of Desire (book 4). I'm looking forward to seeing this new little guy in action. I’m sure he’s going to be a pistol.
While we didn't have a lot of scenes that included Forge’s son, there was some interaction with Forge, Hope and G.M. I know other reviewers were upset about this, but I felt it was just the right amount.
I really enjoyed the scene in the garage, with Gage, Osgard, and Forge. Gage’s protectiveness of the young man was really endearing. I also really liked the interaction between Osgard and Forge.
Oh, and we got a few really good scenes with Daimler. I love this guy! He really showed his personality with Hope in this story.
I intrigued by the way Ivar was acting in this story. It reminded me of how he was in “Fury Of Fate.” His development character wise feels necessary to me. In the beginning of the series, he was totally evil and the primary antagonist for the Nightfuries. Now we have a much larger number of bad guys so it’s interesting to see him continue to be developed. Although I don’t think he can be 100% redeemed, I’m finding myself hating Rodin, Zidane, and the Archguard much more.
I’m looking forward to book 7. I hope the wait isn’t as long as between books 5 and 6.
Writing quality: Good
Violence: Yes
Sexual content: Yes
Narration: Third person
Plot: Some twists
Pace: Mostly steady, but moves fast in a couple parts
Although it felt like we waited forever for book 6 (Forge's story), I was not disappointed. Forge is one of my favorite characters so I was thrilled to read his story. The connection between him and Hope was very fast and resembled a runaway locomotive--just like the prior couples. Both damaged people who needed someone to cling to and who would listen and understand.
This book not only gave us Forge's mate, but Exshaw finally arrived. I’ve been waiting for him since Hamersveld told Ivar how he got Fen in Fury of Desire (book 4). I'm looking forward to seeing this new little guy in action. I’m sure he’s going to be a pistol.
While we didn't have a lot of scenes that included Forge’s son, there was some interaction with Forge, Hope and G.M. I know other reviewers were upset about this, but I felt it was just the right amount.
I really enjoyed the scene in the garage, with Gage, Osgard, and Forge. Gage’s protectiveness of the young man was really endearing. I also really liked the interaction between Osgard and Forge.
Oh, and we got a few really good scenes with Daimler. I love this guy! He really showed his personality with Hope in this story.
I intrigued by the way Ivar was acting in this story. It reminded me of how he was in “Fury Of Fate.” His development character wise feels necessary to me. In the beginning of the series, he was totally evil and the primary antagonist for the Nightfuries. Now we have a much larger number of bad guys so it’s interesting to see him continue to be developed. Although I don’t think he can be 100% redeemed, I’m finding myself hating Rodin, Zidane, and the Archguard much more.
I’m looking forward to book 7. I hope the wait isn’t as long as between books 5 and 6.
Writing quality: Good
Violence: Yes
Sexual content: Yes
Narration: Third person
Plot: Some twists
Pace: Mostly steady, but moves fast in a couple parts
shai3d's review
4.0
Let me start off by saying how impressed I was with how well this book stood on its own. It is actually the sixth in the series but I didn't feel lost or left out in the slightest. I really appreciate when authors do such a great job of allowing the book to stand on its own merit. Really encourages me to go pick up the previous books.
I really enjoyed the characters in this book. Forge is a dreamboat but he does have some attitude issues. He really needed a therapist to help him find his way. The fact that Hope is also his mate just makes everything better. And the secondary characters are well rounded which is another reason that I have to go read their stories.
The author also took some time with the setting of this book. It is set in the Puget Sound which is where I live. You can bet that I would have picked up any discrepancies.
I do feel that any of my readers that enjoy paranormal romance would really enjoy FURY OF SURRENDER. You might even find that you will be searching down the earlier books like I will be. There is some violence in this book but it is usually in dragon form. There is also some sex but nothing that goes overboard.
*** I received this book at no charge from NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions expressed within are my own.
kay_slayerofbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Forge tho!
I was waiting for Forge to accidentally run into his mate. And the fact that him doing so has solved an issue that will help the Nightfury pack fight of Zidane, Rodin and the dirty members of the Archguard, a plus!
I was waiting for Forge to accidentally run into his mate. And the fact that him doing so has solved an issue that will help the Nightfury pack fight of Zidane, Rodin and the dirty members of the Archguard, a plus!
ezichinny's review against another edition
3.0
It took me awhile to get into this story because I didn’t remember the specifics. I wish that authors would do some recap in the beginning if a new book just to remind the reader of plot thus far.
I was happy that we finally got to learn what was going on with Forge.
Forge and Hope happened a bit quicker than i would have liked but their chemistry was fire. The Irish Water dragon was definitely a good match for Hope, who was no stranger to loss. I was most intrigued by Ivan who was showing signings of not being a complete evil villain and that the author was laying the foundation for redemption.
I liked this addition to the series and hope there is more to come.
I was happy that we finally got to learn what was going on with Forge.
Forge and Hope happened a bit quicker than i would have liked but their chemistry was fire. The Irish Water dragon was definitely a good match for Hope, who was no stranger to loss. I was most intrigued by Ivan who was showing signings of not being a complete evil villain and that the author was laying the foundation for redemption.
I liked this addition to the series and hope there is more to come.
loverofromance's review
4.0
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
In Fury of Surrender we have the sixth and long awaited installment, this is where we are gifted with Forge's story. I have been captivated by this character from the beginning. A Scottish dragon with an infant son? I just can't resist and boy is he one sexy dragon in this book. Forge is struggling with the memories of the killings of his family and its driving him to the point of insanity. So the dragonfury clan decided to bring in some outside help, a healer of the mind. Hope Cunningham is a therapist, and is always looking for a way to help those with mental or emotional struggles. But Hope herself, is still struggling with some painful memories. Memories of losing her twin brother, being killed and bleeding to death. She uses a punching bag to keep the pain at bay. When she is asked to heal a friend of a friend, she is more than willing especially when she hears of his struggled. But from their first meeting, its apparent that there is much more to this pair. There is a powerful sexual chemistry that sizzles between them. While Forge and Hope work through their emotional pain and embrace their feelings for each other, a true love builds between them.
Fury of Surrender was a pretty wonderful story and I couldn't put this one down. I really was swept away by these two and also by the other members of the Dragonfury Clan. Seeing all these wonderful characters was simply wonderful and some mysterious occurances happen that make me wonder what this author has in store for us in the future. I was drawn into this story mostly because of seeing the way that these two were with each other. Our heroine is simply wonderful for Forge. She has a calming influence on him, especially on his memories. I did like the way she is with the other women too. They form an instant friendship with each other, and I loved that they just include her as if she has always been a part of their tight group. I did find it interesting to see Hope and Forge come together in this one. It was a bit different than the previous books. It did have a more "rushed" feeling at times, but I think that was due to the shorter length of the story. But Callahan has a way of captivating my interest pretty quickly. I never wanted to let go of these characters, most especially Forge and Hope. They are characters that make you want to cheer them on and win in the end!! And they surely do find their own HEA. A FULLY GRATIFYING ROMANCE!
In Fury of Surrender we have the sixth and long awaited installment, this is where we are gifted with Forge's story. I have been captivated by this character from the beginning. A Scottish dragon with an infant son? I just can't resist and boy is he one sexy dragon in this book. Forge is struggling with the memories of the killings of his family and its driving him to the point of insanity. So the dragonfury clan decided to bring in some outside help, a healer of the mind. Hope Cunningham is a therapist, and is always looking for a way to help those with mental or emotional struggles. But Hope herself, is still struggling with some painful memories. Memories of losing her twin brother, being killed and bleeding to death. She uses a punching bag to keep the pain at bay. When she is asked to heal a friend of a friend, she is more than willing especially when she hears of his struggled. But from their first meeting, its apparent that there is much more to this pair. There is a powerful sexual chemistry that sizzles between them. While Forge and Hope work through their emotional pain and embrace their feelings for each other, a true love builds between them.
Forge desired her. She craved him. So yeah. She would take what she wanted. All the reasons it was a bad idea would have to wait. She was jumping in feetfirst. To hell with the consequences.
Fury of Surrender was a pretty wonderful story and I couldn't put this one down. I really was swept away by these two and also by the other members of the Dragonfury Clan. Seeing all these wonderful characters was simply wonderful and some mysterious occurances happen that make me wonder what this author has in store for us in the future. I was drawn into this story mostly because of seeing the way that these two were with each other. Our heroine is simply wonderful for Forge. She has a calming influence on him, especially on his memories. I did like the way she is with the other women too. They form an instant friendship with each other, and I loved that they just include her as if she has always been a part of their tight group. I did find it interesting to see Hope and Forge come together in this one. It was a bit different than the previous books. It did have a more "rushed" feeling at times, but I think that was due to the shorter length of the story. But Callahan has a way of captivating my interest pretty quickly. I never wanted to let go of these characters, most especially Forge and Hope. They are characters that make you want to cheer them on and win in the end!! And they surely do find their own HEA. A FULLY GRATIFYING ROMANCE!
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lynnette_reads's review
4.0
I have been waiting for this next instalment from the nightmares for what feels like forever and this book has not disappointed now that it is finally here.
This is an instant-love story but because the love is tied up in a fated mates way it never feels forced. This is Forge and Hope's story of how they come together. Unlike the last book I felt that how the two meet is less contrived and more natural. This is because Forge has a memory he needs to try and Hope is a physiotherapist who has worked with this type of problem before.
I loved the main couples chemistry they complimented each other really well. I was happy with how they came to the HEA.
I like how as each book arrives the males in this story are easing up on how much freedom to give their mates and are finding ways to help them carry on their previous lives.
I also like how the bad guys are being switched and the previous antagonist is seeing the error of his ways. I do not think he will completely redeem himself yet but with the introduction of new bad guys I see a change in his relationship with the nightmares coming. I may be wrong so I may have to revisit this review at another time.
All in all another great instalment to the series!
This is an instant-love story but because the love is tied up in a fated mates way it never feels forced. This is Forge and Hope's story of how they come together. Unlike the last book I felt that how the two meet is less contrived and more natural. This is because Forge has a memory he needs to try and Hope is a physiotherapist who has worked with this type of problem before.
I loved the main couples chemistry they complimented each other really well. I was happy with how they came to the HEA.
I like how as each book arrives the males in this story are easing up on how much freedom to give their mates and are finding ways to help them carry on their previous lives.
I also like how the bad guys are being switched and the previous antagonist is seeing the error of his ways. I do not think he will completely redeem himself yet but with the introduction of new bad guys I see a change in his relationship with the nightmares coming. I may be wrong so I may have to revisit this review at another time.
All in all another great instalment to the series!