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First off, I would like to thank the author for giving me the opportunity to read the eARC of this book. And yes, this review will 100% be my honest opinion.

Let me start off with saying that I cannot recommend this book, this series ENOUGH! I started this book and my first thought was, "this book is going to be a 5 star" , and I am so glad I was right. To sum it all up, this book was a cinematic experience, as are all of the other books in the series.

Nikalias... I don't think I can explain how much I love him. From the first book, he won me over. His kindness, his selflessness, his fierceness. He is so easy to love and the side we get to see of him when it comes to Tauria is just so... PRECIOUS.

Tauria, I knew I was going to love her since we were first introduced to her early on in the series. I love how we got to know her better in this book and to see her growth. Her transition into the powerful Queen of Fenstead that we get to see. Her journey was incredible. What she went through, all of the love, the joy, the pain... I felt it all. She has become one of my favorite MCs of all time. I cannot wait to see more of her and Nik in the war to come.

Tarly... When I tell you I was not expecting for him to have me as interested in him as I was, I MEAN it. To the point where I am hoping (and begging to be honest) that we will see not only more of him in the following books, but that we get to see more in his point of view. He is the perfect example of a complex character that you can't help but root for. I'm telling you, I am rooting for Tarly to get the happiness he deserves, because he DOES. Be ready to fall for him because I definitely was not. And when I tell you I fell, I tripped and fell into the unknown with him. But it was an amazing ride.

Tauria and Nik's love was just beautiful. Honestly, there's no better word to describe it. Maybe magical? That fits too. My heart felt so full at the moments they had together. And some parts were painful and heartbreaking (to the point where I was ugly crying), but their love is one that can survive anything. The type of love you hope to experience one day.

These Hollow Vows Review:

Okay listen, I went through this whole book thinking it was a solid 4 🌟 HOWEVER, once I got to the end, I realized I enjoyed this more than I thought I did and the ENDING. So it is a 4.5 🌟 for sure! Listen, towards the last 20% of the book, I saw the plot twist coming. Did it make me scream any less when it happened???? NOPE. I still screamed and raged because my poor Brie didn’t deserve that.

This gave me some Cinderella vibes in the beginning… anyone else??

Now if we all read the same book, we can agree on Finn supremacy. Sebastian had his moments but nope. It is a NO from me. This book was a fun and quick read. On my way to read book two because I have no self control and I need to know what happens next. Read this if you haven’t!!

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These Twisted Bonds Review:

Okay, there is no other rating I could give this book other than a 5 star ✨ This was the perfect conclusion to the duology and you get the closure you need once the book is over. It doesn't leave you wishing for more and I loved that.

HOWEVER, let me just state that I need a spin-off for Misha. As soon as Misha was introduced, I was done for. I love him with all of my heart and hope to see more of him. He was such a refreshing character. His mischievous personality and his wit. He was such a genuine and kindhearted side character, I would love to see more of him in the future. So, ahem *Lexi* ahem, please make this happen.

I just want to say that I am so proud of Abriella. I loved seeing hew growth and seeing her slowly realize who she is meant to be. I want to hug her and protect her at all costs. The ending she got was *chef's kiss*.

Finn, he won me over from the first book, the first sentence that mentioned him. He gives off Rhysand vibes, but like, completely unique in his own right and overall amazing. He is fiercely loyal and loving. He made me blush, made me smile, made me want to smack him. He made me FEEL. I will miss him after this for sure.

Sebastian was always a great guy who made awful mistakes, but I love his redemption arc. I love what Lexi did with him and he got the ending he deserved. He has part of my heart because he was so loving and caring. But on the other hand, he was so young and naive. Childish at times. But we can't fault him for wanting to be selfish for those he loves.

Okay listen, if you think you are ready for the emotional rollercoaster that is this book, read it. But you have been warned. This book was everything I wanted it to be and more. Something this author does so amazingly is build and strengthen the relationships in such a beautiful way. The found family trope is executed so beautifully. Faythe is a heroine you can't help but love. In her selflessness and bravery, she is the Queen you want to lead everyone. She is the one you root for, even when the odds are COMPLETELY against her. You know her golden heart and will to fight for those she loves cannot be destroyed by the darkness that wishes to ruin her. Reylan is husband material. That is the best way to describe this Fae warrior that you believe could only be a myth. His love, support and utter belief in Faythe cannot be matched. Love cannot even explain what they feel for one another, the bond they have.

The world building was done beautifully, the last 15% of the book had me feeling all types of emotions. If I went over every single character I adored from this series, and what makes them so incredible, this review would probably be as long as this book. However, I'm going to shorten it down to the fact that I recommend this series wholeheartedly. Please give this series a chance, you will not regret it. Because this world and the characters within it make you feel as if you are there with them in this journey. You feel absolutely everything. And I guarantee you will fall in love with every single character you meet. Even the ones who are meant to be the "villains". Give this a shot! 💛