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Merissa (14003 KP) rated Courting the Dragon Warrior (A Royal Arrangement #2) in Books
Mar 6, 2026
COURTING THE DRAGON WARRIOR is the second full-length novel in the A Royal Arrangement series, and I would definitely recommend you at least read the first full-length story, if not the prequel novella, too. Instances that happen in both stories are mentioned here, so I think having the full information is best.
Moving onto this one... Elias and Gerard are connected in a way neither realises until they actually meet. During the war, Gerard fought a lightning archmage, who was a secret weapon the Draconians didn't know about. He nearly died and was left with massive scarring to his face and body, and blindness in one eye. He thought he'd killed the archmage. Elias fought a dragon and nearly died, leaving him with massive scarring on his leg. But he thought he'd killed the dragon. Seeing the connection here? Elias realises their connection early on, but has taken a vow not to disclose the identity of any archmage, including his own.
And then you also have the wider view - of stepmothers and fathers, of betrayals and plots within plots, and friendships and foes that you just don't know if you can trust! I thought this was brilliantly written, with a smooth pace and plenty of action in and out of the sheets. I loved how Elias and Gerard grew together, their relationship being a sort of slow burn on the emotional side while moving fairly fast on the physical side.
All in all, this was a great addition to the series, and I can't wait to continue with the series. Absolutely recommended by me.
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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Mar 6, 2026
Moving onto this one... Elias and Gerard are connected in a way neither realises until they actually meet. During the war, Gerard fought a lightning archmage, who was a secret weapon the Draconians didn't know about. He nearly died and was left with massive scarring to his face and body, and blindness in one eye. He thought he'd killed the archmage. Elias fought a dragon and nearly died, leaving him with massive scarring on his leg. But he thought he'd killed the dragon. Seeing the connection here? Elias realises their connection early on, but has taken a vow not to disclose the identity of any archmage, including his own.
And then you also have the wider view - of stepmothers and fathers, of betrayals and plots within plots, and friendships and foes that you just don't know if you can trust! I thought this was brilliantly written, with a smooth pace and plenty of action in and out of the sheets. I loved how Elias and Gerard grew together, their relationship being a sort of slow burn on the emotional side while moving fairly fast on the physical side.
All in all, this was a great addition to the series, and I can't wait to continue with the series. Absolutely recommended by me.
** Same worded review will appear elsewhere. **
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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Mar 6, 2026
Merissa (14003 KP) rated Everything (Songbird, #3) in Books
Apr 11, 2023
Everything is the third book in the Songbird Series and is about the baby of the 3 - Jody. She was the one who was always bubbly and positive but that changed when she went to college, fell in love with the wrong man, got pregnant and had to put her life on hold. Instead of moving forwards, she finds herself moving back home to her father as she tries to cope with having a young baby whilst being so very young herself.
The thing I loved about this book is that Jody feels sorry for herself at times, but she doesn't wallow in it. Feeling sorry for yourself when things get on top of you - especially when you're dealing with the constant tiredness that comes with a newborn! - is only natural. She has her moment and then tries to think of what she can do to change matters. She's afraid to go it alone but is also prepared to face that fear to make a better life for herself and her daughter.
Leo has his own struggles to deal with and does sort of have an ulterior motive when offering Jody a place to live and a job, but he doesn't act on anything. He gives Jody the space and confidence she needs to stand tall. Of course, the fact that he's completely in love with Angelia is completely irrelevant ;)
This is a wonderful story which can be read as a standalone but I personally would recommend reading the whole series, simply because you're missing out on two other fantastic books if you don't read them.
Highly recommended for all fans of Contemporary Romance.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and my comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
August 7, 2016
The thing I loved about this book is that Jody feels sorry for herself at times, but she doesn't wallow in it. Feeling sorry for yourself when things get on top of you - especially when you're dealing with the constant tiredness that comes with a newborn! - is only natural. She has her moment and then tries to think of what she can do to change matters. She's afraid to go it alone but is also prepared to face that fear to make a better life for herself and her daughter.
Leo has his own struggles to deal with and does sort of have an ulterior motive when offering Jody a place to live and a job, but he doesn't act on anything. He gives Jody the space and confidence she needs to stand tall. Of course, the fact that he's completely in love with Angelia is completely irrelevant ;)
This is a wonderful story which can be read as a standalone but I personally would recommend reading the whole series, simply because you're missing out on two other fantastic books if you don't read them.
Highly recommended for all fans of Contemporary Romance.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and my comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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August 7, 2016
Merissa (14003 KP) rated The Fulbourn (Pitch & Sickle, #5) in Books
Apr 18, 2023
THE FULBOURN is the fifth book in the Pitch & Sickle series and oh, man. Hold on to your seatbelt as you're in for a bumpy ride!!
I said in my review of The Greensward that it was the best one. Well, let me rephrase that. It was the best one up to that point! THE FULBOURN takes Pitch and Silas' story to another level and I loved every single word.
Pitch and Silas are now close to realising just how much the other one means and it is so well-written! Their relationship may seem gruff to some but that is only until they know them. The bonds between the two are there to see and I'm loving it. The slow burn that started them off is now moving to steamy - whenever their lives give them a moment's peace. And sometimes, you just have to make the time!
Not only is their relationship changing, but the overall story arc is moving along swiftly too. You honestly don't get a chance to catch your breath. Filled with characters from previous books, Pitch and Silas are on the hunt for Charlie and Edward. It takes them to London and Cambridgeshire. The descriptions of the asylum are horrific - exactly as they are supposed to be during that time.
Absolutely gripping, I am thoroughly loving every book in this series and have no hesitation in recommending any of them. Just make sure you start at the beginning or you will miss the full effect.
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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Apr 17, 2023
I said in my review of The Greensward that it was the best one. Well, let me rephrase that. It was the best one up to that point! THE FULBOURN takes Pitch and Silas' story to another level and I loved every single word.
Pitch and Silas are now close to realising just how much the other one means and it is so well-written! Their relationship may seem gruff to some but that is only until they know them. The bonds between the two are there to see and I'm loving it. The slow burn that started them off is now moving to steamy - whenever their lives give them a moment's peace. And sometimes, you just have to make the time!
Not only is their relationship changing, but the overall story arc is moving along swiftly too. You honestly don't get a chance to catch your breath. Filled with characters from previous books, Pitch and Silas are on the hunt for Charlie and Edward. It takes them to London and Cambridgeshire. The descriptions of the asylum are horrific - exactly as they are supposed to be during that time.
Absolutely gripping, I am thoroughly loving every book in this series and have no hesitation in recommending any of them. Just make sure you start at the beginning or you will miss the full effect.
** same worded review will appear elsewhere **
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Apr 17, 2023