Nykthos is the King of the Gods. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. It always will be. He made me feel alive. My plans changed. The family becomes very well-to-do and ok in the end of the series, thanks to Heaven Casteel. And when his fingers sifted through my h air, guiding my head back, t here were no protests to be found. Poppy is the daughter of Queen Isbeth and the god Ires. I read the relationship dynamic between Poppy and Kieran as two people bonding and grieving over loss together, and as JLA making a clear distinction that Poppy doesn't see Kieran as a family member . ", Casteel: "Poppy, you wound me. But he he was the catalyst in a way. I finished this book 24 hours ago, and I still feel like I'm in the middle of a book hangover. We stood there for several moments, and at any time, if either of us turned our heads just the slightest, our lips would have met. I inhaled deeply through my nose and exhaled slowly. I don't want Kieran. Kieran grinned, and his sister rolled her eyes. Can I have you? It undoes me, Poppy. He jerked and growled out a sharp curse, and I knew he'd taken another arrow. I cared about him. Understand? His lips curled into a half-grin, revealing the dimple in his right cheek. Im not going back to the keep. Im glad you enjoyed it though! Talking to me. V.C Andrews, full name Cleo Virginia Andrews was born in 1923 in Portsmouth, Virginia, the youngest and only daughter . To work with him to get both of their brothers back. And it's not my fault that some of you deserve to be stabbed. Much like From Blood and Ash, A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire has an amazing story-line, constantly ramping up the action, and the relationships between everyone grow organically. I finished this book 24 hours ago, and I still feel like I'm in the middle of a book hangover. Casteel: "You should see your face right now. Casteel: "I need to feel your breath in my lungs. ", Poppy: "Kieran? Casteel stared at me, the corners of his lips curving up. And this last bit gets to the general fans reactions and the authors approach with this series. Casteel: "I don't know if I should. Poppy: "That's why you aren't just hauling me straight to the capital right now, demanding the exchange. Oh, my gods. Like me? *Spoilers for COGB* Kieran is cleaning up Poppy and Casteel after her ascension when he sees the scars on her back. ", Casteel: "I hope you don't think I'm foolish enough to trust your vow. ", Casteel: "You're so incredibly violent.". See more ideas about ashes series, blood, fan book. But this strange element of their relationship, to me, read a bit more like emotional infidelity at worst and at best as emotional wishy-washiness on Poppys part that was unlikable. It is a gift I do not deserve. ", Poppy: "Some deserve a punch in the face. Free my brother and, maybe if the gods were good, prevent a war - or at least lessen the bloodshed. You're naked. As the Harbinger of Death and Destruction. Here's a bit of NYE Fluff for Hawke and Poppy. I sensed an acute rush of emotions flow through him, so swift and sudden, I couldn't make out what they were. There were plenty of hints in the book that a possible threesome might happen at some point, and while I usually wouldn't, that level of smut, I just don't see it. asking questions does not make poppy special and casteel and kieran need to get their heads out of their asses and realize that. Will you do me the honor or allowing me to one day become worthy of you? He smiled up at me, his eyes twin golden flames. I gasped, my eyes wide as the little nip set fire to my blood. He claimed my lips as if he were staking a claim to my very soul. The two encounter Kieran in the corridor, who transforms into a wolvena long-thought extinct werewolf-like creature. But just so you know, he often slips into his wolven form and has a habit of kicking in his sleep. ", Poppy: "I wouldn't confuse submission for distraction, and I wouldn't mistake obedience for stupidity when it's apparent that you know very little about the people of Solis. A tiny piece that belonged to me? ", Vonetta: "You're about to marry the handsome, albeit annoying as hell, Prince of Atlantia, Penellaphe. Just. They made those tiny circles that tugged at the seam of my pants, rubbing it against my very center. You would've done it to save me. Casteel would be most displeased. Poppy: "He told me he believed it was the Atlantian blood in him, recognizing mine. I really can, but our King and Queen -", Casteel: "Will be shocked and probably greatly annoyed that I have married someone they have never laid eyes on, not to mention someone who is only half-Atlantian and was once the Maiden. She doesn't like the word arousal. Working with Casteel instead of against him presents its own risks. ", Kieran: "Do me a favor. Not quite the joining but a Cas/Kieran/Poppy pairing none the less. God there is so much I can say about this book. He placed his hands on the cupboard above my head. He may hate being called the Dark One, but he has earned that name. ", Casteel: "There's a lot we need to talk about, Poppy. Make you come that way. I am totally trash for didn't get explored more. Confused, I glanced back to where Emil was walking toward the stairwell. Maybe forever. Casteel finds himself in the last place he ever wanted to be: trapped in a dungeon and in the grasp of the cruel Blood Queen. To be honest, every day I half-expected to find the Prince sliced up in all the ways a man fears. Kieran & Cass "If I had turned to Casteel in my sleep, Kieran had also turned, as if Casteel were a magnet that drew both of us." I strange turn of phrase. And that love it entrenched itself deeply when I realized the kind of strength and will he had within him to survive what he had and to still find the pieces of who he used to be. and our ", Casteel: "Understandable. Personalities are kept consistent, and best of all, the book is thrilling and unpredictable. ", Poppy: "That and how incredibly disturbing it is.". Thanks for your comment! Casteel's chin dipped as he stepped into me. I bit him extra hard for that.". His tongue lapped over the sensitive mark. ", Kieran: "No matter how hard you try with that knife you just swiped, you will not be able to kill Cas with it. If they are heartmates (which I think they are), he won't be able to endure that. Kieran and Casteel have a heart to heart about the ab. ", Delano: "I heard one of them talk about how they wanted to make a cloak out of my fur. ", Kieran: "Not a minute has gone by since we left the Blood Forest that you aren't threatening Casteel's life. In the heart? ", Casteel: "If I'm not willing to risk my life for Spessa's End, how dare I ask the people here to do so? I'm pretty sure she's threatened to stab or punch me since then, too. That is why the imprint is made there. As has already been stated, the whole Cas/Poppy/Kieran thing was put into our heads since early on and I think it was a slow and easy transition to it. Web Kieran Contou Casteel DaNeer. That doesn't mean that it was okay, but I could understand why. Poppy, Casteel, and Kieran have a heated encounter in front of a crackling fire, as Poppy can't contain her arousal from reading a smutty book she found in the palace library. That's why you didn't use that dagger strapped to your thigh this morning, even though you knew how to use it against an Atlantian. ", Poppy: "There is something wrong with me, too. Or is there something you want to ask? It will be wise to behave appropriately. 2020by The Rambling Book Nerd. I will marry you. And if not, I will be your blade, the thing that ends his miserable existence. ", Casteel: "I didn't take you then because I knew the moment I did, you would stop looking at me like like I was just Hawke. I'm expecting some insane drama resulting from the reveal though. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire was just perfect. But then you insulted her. I kept falling when he never once told me not to pick up a sword or bow and instead handed one to me. If you know what that means, then someone has been very naughty.". And if the whole world saw that mark between your pretty thighs, I'd have to then kill the whole world.". Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. His relationship is an extension of both of them, but it's still separate. ", Poppy: "No one wants to hear about how many times I've made you bleed. ", Casteel: "Tell me what piece of you I can have. Touch. ", Poppy: "His name was Leopold, but my mother called him Leo or or Lion. I think my mother is going to like you.". But he was the first thing I'd ever truly chosen for myself.". Plus, does anyone really think Cas is going to be okay with Poppy having sex with anyone but him? There's no need to be embarrassed. He. He needs her alive, healthy, and whole to achieve his goals. 6 Stories. When I read the first three chapters after they were released a month early, I was feeling like this guy was bad news. He wants the crown. ", Alistir: "He does seem quite taken with you. I don't know why I look forward to arguing with you, but I do. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Weeks. Poppy, Casteel and Kieran are trying to find their new normal after the events of The war of two queens. My heart stuttered and squeezed as I looked at Casteel, and I knew - I knew he hadn't planned to say that last part, or at least he hadn't meant to say it like that. In some ways, I feel like that lessened what was a great m/m relationship on its own. ", Casteel: "It's official. I started to reach for the clasp of the necklace. Trying to talk about my thoughts on characters, will be a little difficult to not spoil so, . This third installment in the series is excellent. It was just a love lap. ", Kieran: "Don't be nice to me. What did I want? Change). The breath I took got stuck as I grew incredibly still. Maybe you should try that. Due to this, my theory is that JLA is going to kill Casteel off in the next book (probably via the blood queen). ", Poppy: "Why does everyone act like I'm seconds away from stabbing Casteel? The War of Two Queens is the fourth book in Jennifer L Armentrout's Bestselling Blood and Ash series. His hand drifted lower, over the flap of buttons on my pants. The shock of his lips against mine sent a jolt through me. The banter, the passionate fighting, the sex, and all the things they do before they get to that point again? ", Casteel: "Perhaps I have answers. Casteel: There is no side of you that is not as beautiful as the other half. God there is so much I can say about this book. Four books in, these flaws of bad world-building and endless secrets begin to feel as if the author just never planned her series. ", Poppy: "There is. Poppy: "I don't like anything about you. Casteel jerked his arm back, throwing something to the floor. ", Poppy: "I thought you were going to kiss me.". Because because what if Kieran was wrong? I thought I heard you calling my name. He wants her to fight him, and thats one order shes more than happy to obey. That's why, even when you were the Maiden, you shared your secrets with him and allowed him things you would've never permitted anyone else. ", Casteel: "But you're still going to hear me whisper things. Um . ------->Holy fucking hell. I couldn't do it. But for the most part, if youve read the other books, youll know the flaws youre working with and none of them are improved in this book. Casteel: "But I was once told that the best relationships are the ones where passions run high.". But what she does know is that nothing is as dangerous to her as him. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. He grinned. ", Poppy: "I can hate that I'm nothing more than a pawn to you and still understand why I am. If so, I will summon him for you. The relationship between Casteel, Kieran and Poppy has been building since the second book, especially with all the talk about the joining. I want everything. Casteel's head swung toward mine so fast, I was surprised he didn't crack his neck. ", Poppy: "The last time his pants actually stayed on! Casteel: "I'm talking about your blood, but now you've dragged my mind into unseemly places. We get to meet some of Kieran's family, and I'm totally in love with them too. You'd hate me. I expected to be picking up pieces of myself.". I wanted you, and I wanted to find a way to try to keep you. I didn't get to choose what I ate, when I left my chambers, or who was allowed to even touch me. After a moment, clearing his throat as he shifted behind me. Before I write this review, I feel like I need to show you the progression of emotions I have had the last few days of my life since A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire showed up on my Kindle. I havent read any of JLAs other books before so I dont know if this is something she would do, but to me it almost feels like shes setting up for Casteels death. The stupid dimple in his right cheek appeared. Poppy and Casteel had A LOT to work through since he basically kidnapped her to use as ransom against the Queen of Solis in From Blood and Ash. ", Poppy: "I'm not going to stop fighting you. ", Casteel: "Atlantia rose from blood and ash. Poppy: "That and my sparkling personality. ", Casteel: "And I'm so very intrigued now. Thanks for reading! impossible? ", Casteel: "You don't understand. Casteel DaNeer knows all too well that very few are as cunning or vicious as the Blood Queen, but no one, not even him, couldve prepared for the staggering revelations. Proudly created with. We haven't been for a very long time. ", Jasper: "I'm sorry. After exploring a particularly spicing section of Miss Willa Collin's Diary Cas gets an idea to bring the three of them together. Objectively, it has the same flaws as weve seen in the rest of the series. Emotionally, I believe you left him shredded."' - A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, p.257. ", Casteel: "Almost all the shame I've ever felt has to do with you. What I believed about Malik changed. I'm kinda, Poppy and Kieran? Newly made queen of a people and country that barely know her, let alone trust her, she knows only that she must save Casteel as soon as possible. Casteel: "There is one more thing I need. ", Casteel: "I can always read to you. If you had stopped after the first time you referenced her, I wouldve let you walk out of here with just your overinflated sense of self-worth. The way Im going to review this book is as follows: Im going to start with a review of the objective state of this book, then move out to my own interpretations, and then briefly discuss the fan reaction. He is convinced that Hawke and Kieran have led them into a trap. His lies are as seductive as his touch. Poppy: "Only when it's deserved. An attack on Atlantia after Poppy and Casteel's coronation ceremony leaves an empty hole in the kingdom, and pain felt by all. thelibraryladiesmn says: Poppy stated that she knew and Hawke and Poppy proceeded to sleep together. Elijah: As I just said, Im with Casteel. ", Poppy: "Are we sleeping here? But it is one I will protect until my dying breath. When I didn't, he cupped my left cheek. ", Poppy: "I was the Maiden, nearly groomed my entire life to remain pure and focused only on my Ascension. You rival the sunrise over the Skotos Mountains. I shrieked my frustration - my irritation - at him. Somewhere along the way, I no longer saw her as a bargaining chip or a tool for revenge. But hes the one thing in all the kingdoms that you, and only you, never have to fear., Poppy: Dammit. . ", Casteel: "Blessed be the gods, someone mark the date and time. But you know what is true? Because I'd never stopped falling. Its all the worse when contrasted with Casteels thoughts of her. The wolven are growing more unpredictable. ", Kieran: "Yes, but your face is as red as a tomato. What if after Casteel accomplished what he wanted, when he fulfilled his end of the bargain, all that remained was lies and betrayals? ", Casteel: "It's no secret that I planned to use Penellaphe as ransom. A War of Two Queens is on several lists, but I think it most deserves to be on this one: Most Disappointing Sequels/Prequels. Like your ability to see better than her, and scent her arousal -". ", Casteel: "If I had known that Lord Mazeen joined him, he would've been staked to that wall right alongside the Duke. ", Kieran: "Please don't die. When they go sit under the willow tree during the Rite and Poppy gets to be a normal girl for a second? To be inside you as I take a part of you inside me. At myself. It's no secret on this little blog of mine that I have a thing for the anti-hero. Poppy and Kieran are bonded and Kieran and Cas were previously bonded and still ridiculously close even now without it so what's really going to change if the 3 are bonded together? My fur should be reserved for something far more luxurious than a cloak. There is a level of respect and caring that they have for one another. ", Kieran: "I have a feeling if I said no, it wouldn't stop you. Web King Casteel DaNeer pronounced. I didn't offer Casteel a piece of me as we rode forward, joining the others. Any little scenes or story lines I wanted to see when reading the fbaa series. And trust me, Poppy, those plans made way more fucking sense than this - than all of this.". Casteel: "On second thought, my mother is definitely going to like you. And I dont think Kiran and Poppy cleaving together in the way they do for emotional support is half as far fetched as other things in this series. Then, we get our first true taste of Hawke's character When he and Vikter argue about Poppy and him being caught alone together. Is that less vague enough for you, Penellaphe? ", Poppy: "That is not what I said. Don't let them steal this.". Shea, Malik . We are a kingdom of fire. What we do learn about the world comes through exposition. . ", Casteel: "Let me be enough, at least for tonight. Indeed, Im not sure how you can be a fantasy fan and have problems with that! Today? War is only the beginningFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book four in her Blood and Ash series.From the desperation of golden crownsCasteel Da'Neer knows all too well that very few are as cunning or vicious as the Blood Queen, but no one, not even him, could've prepared for the staggering revelations. ", Kieran: "I would advice against saying that in front of Casteel. ", Casteel: "You look You look beautiful, Poppy. I don't belong to anyone but myself. ", Kieran: "Wolven body temperatures run higher than normal. Casteel/Hawke has earned his nickname, for sure. Like I've seen people say JLA lied to them, like have you not read the lines and lines of Casteel and Poppy and Kieran discussing and joking and commenting on group sex, Poppy watching Kieran receive oral sex, Poppy giving Casteel head on a . I simply stared up at him, waiting and wanting. ", Casteel: "She is unique and brave, intelligent and beautiful. He answers her questions with no judgement, and is honest with her. ", Kieran: "It was probably the latter that did him in. The Crown of Gilded Bones Jennifer L. Armentrout (Blood and Ash #3) Publication Date: April 20, 2021 Paperback, 659 pages, Blue Box P. ", Casteel: "You just need to be yourself, Poppy. She's like I didn't. But they all heard her And We're Finally Off to Atlantia! And the only reason why any of that changed is because once he got to know you, he started to care for you.". 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