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The Wrath by Gena Showalter
Rating -
Standalone - Rise of the Warlords #4
Release - February 6, 2024
Genre/Trope - Paranormal Romance / fated mates
POV - Multiple 3rd person
Heat - descriptive scenes
Source - eARC from NetGalley
Length - 378 pages
For centuries, Rathbone the Only, King of Agonies, has existed for one recovering the enchanted bones of his slain wife to bring her back to life. He’s never been closer to success. But a new enemy has risen. A band of deadly war gods who have thirty days to destroy her or suffer the consequences. With time running out, Rathbone hires a maddening harpy-oracle, unaware she has an agenda of her own.
Neeka the Unwanted is a fierce warrior on a stop Rathbone and the gods. She’s seen the future if either is victorious, and it’s horrifying. She’ll do whatever proves necessary to forge a new path, even seduce the ruthless royal from his purpose. What she can’t predict? How the intense male will shatter her hard-won defenses along the way.
As Rathbone battles unexpected betrayals, cunning foes and the wild temptress he craves with every fiber of his being, he knows he must hold on to a cold dream or embrace a new flame.
Neeka the Unwanted is a fierce warrior on a stop Rathbone and the gods. She’s seen the future if either is victorious, and it’s horrifying. She’ll do whatever proves necessary to forge a new path, even seduce the ruthless royal from his purpose. What she can’t predict? How the intense male will shatter her hard-won defenses along the way.
As Rathbone battles unexpected betrayals, cunning foes and the wild temptress he craves with every fiber of his being, he knows he must hold on to a cold dream or embrace a new flame.
Why did no one ever see her potential?
Okay. Wow. I need to start this series from the beginning because I AM IN LOVE WITH THE WAY THESE BEINGS LOVE!!
Rathbone has spent centuries trying to put his wife back together. Neeka is the oracle who will help him find the remaining bones. The journey is what proves to these two that they deserve so much more than they ever believed.
Strangely enough, Neeka was maybe kinda sorta envious of the corpse. Oh, to be loved in such a way. Thanks to Grenwich's chosen moniker, Neeka herself was forever cursed to be, well, unwanted. Her lack of male companionship had nothing to do with her personality, she was certain of it. She slapped!
Rathbone and Neeka were raised to feel wanting. He was "If Only" and she was "The Unwanted", however, together... these two finally found the one person perfect for them. It took a loooooong time to realize it and they had to jump over many obstacles to obtain their happiness, but I felt their hope for forever right from the beginning.
He didn't understand the intensity and speed of his reaction to her. And what was this new, terrible sensation growing inside him? This... calm. As if everything was right, nothing missing, nothing broken. Even though so much was missing and nearly everything was broken. How was a king supposed to get anything done feeling like this? He hated it. And loved it. What did it mean?
My copy of this book wasn't formatted, but that didn't stop me from savouring this story. I flipped pages while ignoring everything pertinent to my life. Who cared about laundry, dishes, or cleaning. Priorties!!
I do wish I had read the previous books in the series, but I was in no way lost or felt like I was missing something. Reading this book only made me want to read those stories pronto. So if you like paranormal romance, exceptionally oblivious but incredibly endearing heroes, fierce and hilarious heroines, and an intense plot, you'll need this book in your life.
Why did she have to be beautiful and soft? Smell so sweet. Rouse his smiles. Be so brilliant. Look at him as if she admired him as much as he admired her. His ever-increasing hunger for her complicated things. He should be strong enough to resist. But. He wasn't.
Gena Showalter is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of a multitude of sub-genres within romance: paranormal, Fantasy, contemporary, and young adult. She’s also written standalone novels, novellas and anthologies, as well as co-authored a nonfiction guide about how to write a book in a year.Gena lives in Oklahoma with her husband, two adult children who grew up way too fast, and menagerie of dogs and cats who enjoy farting while she works, walking across her keyboard during pivotal scenes and demanding pets at all hours of the day and night. Her novels have appeared in Cosmopolitan’s Red Hot Reads and Seventeen magazine. She’s been interviewed on Nightline and mentioned on Orange is the New Black—the very moment her family decided she might be a real writer after all.
Chances are good she’s hard at work on her next novel. Chances are even better that the book is a twisted tale featuring an alpha male with a dark side and the strong woman who (lovingly…sometimes) kneecaps him.
Visit https://genashowalter.com for more information.
Hello and Happy Friday!
I FINALLY decorated. It's nothing like past years, but my kids told me something is better than nothing. I'm working on getting into the holiday spirit. I have a few more gifts to get (yes, I'm doing the last minute thing for the first time in years) and hoping that everyone has an amazing Christmas!!
Alright, below I'm sharing a week's worth of what I want to read, what I want to buy (or borrow), what I want to read, and several romance book bargains.
Hopefully you find something to enjoy here too!
New Releases of the Week
Upcoming Releases of the Week
Dec.25 — Balls to the Walls by Giulia Lagomarsino
Dec.25 — State of Bliss by Marie Force
Dec.26 — Ashes by Abbi Glines
Dec.26 — Melody by Helen Hardt
Dec.27 — The Season of Secrets by Q.B. Tyler
Dec.28 — Buried Under Ice by Cynthia Eden
Dec.28 — The Playboy by Marni Mann
Dec.28 — Sold to the Enemy by Sam Crescent
Dec.29 — Lethal Vows by T.L. Smith
Dec.31 — Wrath of the Damned by Ella Fields
Dec.25 — State of Bliss by Marie Force
Dec.26 — Ashes by Abbi Glines
Dec.26 — Melody by Helen Hardt
Dec.27 — The Season of Secrets by Q.B. Tyler
Dec.28 — Buried Under Ice by Cynthia Eden
Dec.28 — The Playboy by Marni Mann
Dec.28 — Sold to the Enemy by Sam Crescent
Dec.29 — Lethal Vows by T.L. Smith
Dec.31 — Wrath of the Damned by Ella Fields
What I'm Reading Next
One Cursed Rose by Rebecca Zanetti
Scheme by Colette Rhodes
A Soul to Touch by Opal Reyne
Sharpest Edge by Alessa Thorn
Heartless by Elsie Silver
Scheme by Colette Rhodes
A Soul to Touch by Opal Reyne
Sharpest Edge by Alessa Thorn
Heartless by Elsie Silver
Romance Book Bargains
 99cstandalone
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 99cSmoke and Mirrors #1
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 99cThe Whiskeys #7
Genre: contemporary Trope: friends to lovers |
 $2.99standalone
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 $1.99Wildstone #7
Genre: contemporary Trope: new beginnings |
 FREESEALs of Chance Creek #1
Genre: contemporary Trope: military |
 99cVolkov Bratva #2
Genre: contemporary Trope: mafia |
 FREEWeb of Sin #1
Genre: contemporary Trope: organized crime |
 FREEBoxed Set
Genre: contemporary Trope: first in series |
 99cstandalone
Genre: contemporary Trope: fake relationship |
 FREEBoxed Set
Genre: contemporary Trope: motorcycle club |
 99cOpen Road #1
Genre: contemporary Trope: motorcycle club |
 FREEStronghold #1
Genre: contemporary Trope: BDSM |
 FREEDirty Billionaire #1
Genre: contemporary Trope: rich hero |
 FREEstandalone
Genre: contemporary Trope: sports |
 99cWelcome to Hell #11
Genre: paranormal Trope: holiday |
 $1.99standalone
Genre: contemporary Trope: instant connection |
 FREERockin' Country #1
Genre: contemporary Trope: rockstar |
 99cStay a Spell
Genre: paranormal Trope: holiday |
 $1.99standalone
Genre: paranormal Trope: holiday |
 99cBoxed Set
Genre: scifi Trope: assorted |
 FREECold Justice #6
Genre: suspense Trope: forced proximity |
 99cstandalone
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 99cEndgame #1
Genre: suspense Trope: second chance |
Hey everyone and welcome to another Throwback Thursday! Every week I'll be sharing my book recommendations within a romantic trope or theme.
Today I'm sharing the first five Enemies to Lovers stories I loved and reviewed on the blog. This trope can be hit or miss for me, but I'm going to enjoy sharing my hits. There's just something so sweet about people who can't stand each other falling in love.
If you happen to know of a book in this trope that you think I'd love, please let me know.
Vicious by L.J. Shen
This was one of the first books I read from this author and I can honestly say that I wish her other books were as enjoyable.
The hate game in this book was strong and fun and I loved every moment of it.
Find my review HERE
The Bartender by Piper Rayne
This was a one-night stand that turned into a heartfelt story. There were great friends, amazing relationship development, and a good time.
Honestly, it was one of the first times I realized that I didn't like single perspectives, but it still delivered a great story.
Find my review HERE
Sweet Rivalry by K. Bromberg
I absolutely love these novellas. They give you a chance to dive into books by authors you're not familiar with and although I had read from Bromberg before, I hadn't read much. This book made me want to read more. The characters were super competitive with each other, which made me laugh and then swoon when they fell hard for each other. Read it, you'll see.
Find my review HERE
Breaking the Seventh by Allie Gail
You know when a new-to-you author knocks your socks off? That's what this author did. This book is a dual pov romcom that hit all the right notes for me. It's one of those forced proximity neighbour stories with plenty of spice and humour. Loved it!
Find my review HERE
Hate 2 Lovers by K. Webster and J.D. Hollyfield
This is book two in an interconnected series of standalones. I didn't like the heroine in the previous book, but I found my love for her here. This couple (Andie and Roman) had me rolling with their banter. Gosh, give me great banter and I'm a freaking puddle.
Find my review HERE
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