Earth Borne Halcyon Romance Series Book 2 edition by Rachael Slate Kelley Heckart Literature Fiction eBooks
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He lost her once. He's not about to lose her forever.
Nymph Melita is married to the lethally charming centaur Lord Thereus. Or at least she pretends to be. When her dark lord returns, she'll have to risk her heart, by stealing his.
Lord Thereus faked his death to escape marriage, but now, he can't live without his bonded mate. Not even if it means starting a war to claim her.
The gods are at war, and they are the prize... Descended from the Greek gods, these fierce warriors have battled every kind of monster--except the darkness within themselves. And the only way to conquer this foe is through absolute surrender--to each other.
If you love fiery heroines, devastating heroes, and riveting, action-packed tales of true love that keep you up all night, don't miss out on this steamy and addictive series.
Earth Borne Halcyon Romance Series Book 2 edition by Rachael Slate Kelley Heckart Literature Fiction eBooks
*** I received this book for free from the author in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review, which was originally published on my book blog, Will Read for Feels.Rachael Slate does it again! Her debut novel, Trancing the Tiger, debuted last year and turned me into an instant fan, and she’s since knocked out a few other books, all of which I devoured. She launched her second series, the Halcyon historical fantasy romance novels, late last year with Moon Borne, and I found myself loving it just as much as (and possibly even more than) her Chinese Zodiac romance series. And her second Halcyon novel, Earth Borne, just helps to underscore this.
It’s kind of a second-chance romance, kind of a forbidden love story, and all kinds of hot and sweet and steamy all at once. I quite enjoyed the characters, even though they were a big change of pace from the ones in Moon Borne.
Melita is a woman pretending to be someone she’s not, and this is a pretense that may carry a death sentence along with it. She’s had a hard upbringing, and her years as an adult haven’t exactly been filled with giggles and rainbows, either, but she remains kind, caring, and honorable, with that warm kind of quality that draws people to her. She knows she is living a lie, but she remains true to herself despite it, and even when it’s part of her heritage and genetic makeup as a half-nymph that has her seemingly destined to be a victim, she chooses love, with courage, over and over again.
Thereus, on the other hand, was a character I got to know in Moon Borne, but his part in that novel is not so vital to this one that it can’t be read as a standalone. He’s a centaur, but before your brain goes there, I’ll point out that in this mythology, centaurs have a human form, which is the form in which they take lovers. Still, he’s as strong, stubborn, and virile as you’d expect a centaur to be, especially one whose father is a king of their people.
He grew up with his fair share of stallion wildness but also an idea of the kind of person he would be, the kind of relationship that would be ideal in life, so when that is shattered, he takes the opportunity to leave his responsibility behind and become a pirate (or, as spelled in this book, a pyrate, and he becomes second to Moon Borne‘s Arsenius). Upon his return five years later, he finds that things are not quite what they were, and his abandonment of his responsibilities have left the burden on Melita’s shoulders, even though he never intended it to. He owns up to his failures, though, and finds his honor; eventually he even makes hard decisions that could cost lives, for the sake of love and what he believes is right.
Melita and Thereus’ story has that mythical quality to it, which I loved, but what intrigued me was the way Slate kept me on my toes while reading. Every time I thought things were wrapped up in a nice little bow, something else would happen, and each obstacle only made the characters fight harder and harder for their happy ending, so that in the end, even though there was a bit of bitter with the sweet, I was definitely a happy camper as far as HEA addiction goes!
However, before you go thinking this is a sweet mythical fantasy love story (even though it is), I should mention that Earth Borne has got some scorching hot scenes for the eyes of mature readers only. I’ve always loved the way Slate turns up the heat between the pages of her books, and this novel is no exception.
So if you’re looking for a solid, steamy romance, and you enjoy stories featuring Greek gods and the humans who might pledge their loyalties to them but will never be their pawns, give Earth Borne a read.
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Earth Borne Halcyon Romance Series Book 2 edition by Rachael Slate Kelley Heckart Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
Melita is living a double life, while she is Melita she pretends to be her sister Kalliste. Which has passed away. She takes care of the people and doesnt have an ice cold heart like her sister had. She gets away with it due to how much the sisters looked alike. Thereus is the Lord of the house, yet 5 years ago he was in a shipwreck and was assumed dead. Now he is back in his Castle, and is there to stay, and willing to do whatever he can to make Melita (Kalliste) see that is he a changed man. With only 5 weeks to show her, or he will step down and let her out of their marriage!
What I enjoyed most about Earth Borne is watching Thereus go from not wanting to be with a Wife, to being away and now doing what he can to show he wants to be there for his Wife and Son. Trying and wanting to be a better man. To do anything for Melita. The Sacrifices he would make for her, to have her in his life forever! Melita will also sacrifice everything for the people she loves most in the world.
This book is Fantastic, I couldnt put it down as I had to know what was going to happen next and how the story would end. This story had its sad and happy moments, and the OMG what is she doing moments as well, and a Man who loves her that would do anything to make sure she stays with him no matter what it took. This is a family story, mixed with a love story, with mystical creatures and not your everyday story which is always a nice change from the normal. If you like stories like this, then Earth Borne is a must!!
I received an ARC in return for my honest review!
I enjoyed it. But keep in mind it is part 2 of a series.
I voluntarily read this advanced readers copy of this book. Strong characters and a great story line. I love this series. I can't wait to read the next one to this collection. Melita's has secrets that can destroy the peace between centaurs and Lapiths. Thereus has to fight for the one thing he faked his death to escape.
I am glad that this second book in the Halcyon series is a stand alone or I would have been completely lost, Although I do own the entire series I read this specific book in the series in the Myths & Legends box set which is why I did not read book one first. While I did enjoy the book there were times that I felt that things were drug on by over explaining details just to make a larger word count. This in turn makes things feel like they are taking to long to come to point.
Thereus we first met in Moon Borne, and it was hinted about his life before he joined Arsenius as a pyrate after faking his death. When he returns home, Melita his wife, is right where he left her, tending his lands and village. The question is... why is she still there? This is in a way a second chance love story, and yet different than anything you have read before. A love that is different than it was before, but yet familiar all the same. I love how Ms. Slate has the ability to spin a tale that will evoke all of your emotions while reading, but never wanting the story to end. I honestly couldn't put this book down, I craved each word, sentence and chapter with such need, I was saddend when I was done. The attention to detail of not only the H/h in the book, but the secondary characters as well was amazing. This is a story that will stick with me for quite some time, and one I will definitely reread. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would in a heartbeat as it is worth so many more. I look forward to book three in the Halcyon Romance series. 5/5 Cross posting to My Reading Reality
*** I received this book for free from the author in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review, which was originally published on my book blog, Will Read for Feels.
Rachael Slate does it again! Her debut novel, Trancing the Tiger, debuted last year and turned me into an instant fan, and she’s since knocked out a few other books, all of which I devoured. She launched her second series, the Halcyon historical fantasy romance novels, late last year with Moon Borne, and I found myself loving it just as much as (and possibly even more than) her Chinese Zodiac romance series. And her second Halcyon novel, Earth Borne, just helps to underscore this.
It’s kind of a second-chance romance, kind of a forbidden love story, and all kinds of hot and sweet and steamy all at once. I quite enjoyed the characters, even though they were a big change of pace from the ones in Moon Borne.
Melita is a woman pretending to be someone she’s not, and this is a pretense that may carry a death sentence along with it. She’s had a hard upbringing, and her years as an adult haven’t exactly been filled with giggles and rainbows, either, but she remains kind, caring, and honorable, with that warm kind of quality that draws people to her. She knows she is living a lie, but she remains true to herself despite it, and even when it’s part of her heritage and genetic makeup as a half-nymph that has her seemingly destined to be a victim, she chooses love, with courage, over and over again.
Thereus, on the other hand, was a character I got to know in Moon Borne, but his part in that novel is not so vital to this one that it can’t be read as a standalone. He’s a centaur, but before your brain goes there, I’ll point out that in this mythology, centaurs have a human form, which is the form in which they take lovers. Still, he’s as strong, stubborn, and virile as you’d expect a centaur to be, especially one whose father is a king of their people.
He grew up with his fair share of stallion wildness but also an idea of the kind of person he would be, the kind of relationship that would be ideal in life, so when that is shattered, he takes the opportunity to leave his responsibility behind and become a pirate (or, as spelled in this book, a pyrate, and he becomes second to Moon Borne‘s Arsenius). Upon his return five years later, he finds that things are not quite what they were, and his abandonment of his responsibilities have left the burden on Melita’s shoulders, even though he never intended it to. He owns up to his failures, though, and finds his honor; eventually he even makes hard decisions that could cost lives, for the sake of love and what he believes is right.
Melita and Thereus’ story has that mythical quality to it, which I loved, but what intrigued me was the way Slate kept me on my toes while reading. Every time I thought things were wrapped up in a nice little bow, something else would happen, and each obstacle only made the characters fight harder and harder for their happy ending, so that in the end, even though there was a bit of bitter with the sweet, I was definitely a happy camper as far as HEA addiction goes!
However, before you go thinking this is a sweet mythical fantasy love story (even though it is), I should mention that Earth Borne has got some scorching hot scenes for the eyes of mature readers only. I’ve always loved the way Slate turns up the heat between the pages of her books, and this novel is no exception.
So if you’re looking for a solid, steamy romance, and you enjoy stories featuring Greek gods and the humans who might pledge their loyalties to them but will never be their pawns, give Earth Borne a read.
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