This would open up the door for a Kieran/Poppy romance, which wouldn't be shocking as they have a very weird relationship anyway. The King wants to use her to send a message. I'd already begun to question things - the Ascended and if I could be or do what they required of me. I don't want Kieran. Together, they will work to save their King and overthrow the Blood Queen once and for all. I'm who you call the Dark One. And no one, not even my father or my mother, will change that. Web Kieran Contou Casteel DaNeer. ", Poppy: "You look at me like Like you want to eat me.". ", Alastir: "I can see why. ", Poppy: "The last time his pants actually stayed on! **In Progress/not complete ** Language . And I don't 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. It's just that I would've paid good money to see him try to explain that to you. Casteel: "Devilishly handsome? They believe he has turned into an Ascended. Just. You being mortal or half-Atlantian wouldn't have changed what was already happening. Poppy says Poppy is an alien, an object, a computer, your pet. Actually, there is something I want to ask. Will you do me the honor or allowing me to one day become worthy of you? ", Casteel: "If you open your senses to me right now, you'll know exactly what I'm feeling. Casteel hadn't expected the move, and he slipped to the side - or maybe he was just humoring me. ", Kieran: "Dear gods, you have her on her own horse? This book showed many of the same flaws. And this was before I learned what she was. ", Poppy: "I don't know what you want from me. *Spoilers for COGB* Kieran is cleaning up Poppy and Casteel after her ascension when he sees the scars on her back. <--------. ", Kieran: "Well, you do have a habit of doing exactly that.". I stopped doing things I didn't want to do the moment I took off the damn veil. The problem is what I said before: thats not what this series set out to be (or at least theres no rational interpretation of the previous books or authors statements that could lead you to thinking otherwise). The last chapters of the book are just epic. And I knew it wasn't because he was my first everything. It feels like an injustice to Kieran imo either he has someone who loves him equally or he has a bond to Poppy but is nothing more than to protect her as his queen and friend. Casteel: "Most wouldn't find that such an attractive quality. The possibility that he was already well on his way to doing so should've served as a dire warning, but I was far too immersed, far too gone at the feel of him, lost in how demanding his lips were. ", Casteel: "You don't deserve everything that I've laid at your feet, and you sure as hell don't deserve the fact that I'm still trying to hold onto you. She has life all laid out for her and longtime boyfriend Scott. ", Casteel: "But I know you won't allow it. He nipped at my jaw, drawing another gasp from me. For her part, Poppy is lost without Casteel. ", Poppy: "There is something wrong with me, too. He was like a father to me, and in a way, he'll be with me when I do something he never thought I'd be able to do. I spun on the bench, swinging at Kieran, but he easily avoided my fist. I thought I heard you calling my name. I think my mother is going to like you.". What we have here, though, is a masterpiece. In the heart? To me, the physical act of the joining was very well foreshadowed. I wanted to believe we were heartmates in spite of everything that made that seem impossible. His weight and the heat of his body against my back and the iciness of the snow at my front was a shock to my senses, stunning me. ", Poppy: "I fell for you when you were Hawke, and I kept falling for you when you became Casteel. With a wound that most likely punctured a lung. I was thinking she might have been part Wolven, considering her connection with them, but I. this. Like when the first rays of sun break through the clouds after a heavy storm. Just you and me, and the tradition of sharing ourselves with one another. I was expecting her to have a stronger bloodline, sure but I was not expecting that at all. Poppy: "He can see me standing behind you. Personalities are kept consistent, and best of all, the book is thrilling and unpredictable. S. Thats true, I was shocked it took that long with all the build up to it. Phillips and Penellaphe race toward the stables, and Hawke kills Phillips. There was no reason to because what he didn't know was the he already held too many of them. She doesn't like the word arousal. Second of all, don't highlight the text. In fact, Casteel is relieved Poppy had Kieran to lean on, and that knowledge helped him get through everything he experienced while imprisoned. When they go sit under the willow tree during the Rite and Poppy gets to be a normal girl for a second? Web King Casteel DaNeer pronounced. Trust in that - in what you feel from me. Hot . After a moment, clearing his throat as he shifted behind me. Wow. 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. Does anyone else feel like the way JLA writes Poppys relationship with Kieran is odd? All thats wonderful except that theres 3 more books left in the series. ", Gently, he pried my fingers from the dagger, Casteel: "I'm just putting this down. Or is there something you want to ask? He. Not a Maiden, but Chosen nonetheless. 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. And I Casteel: "Can I point out that I like how you say, 'our future? It switches gears a bit, with this being the first book in the series with dual POV - Poppy and Casteel. ", Casteel: "This reminds me of the stables. ", Casteel: "But didn't you just say nothing was impossible?". ", Kieran: "I would advice against saying that in front of Casteel. The threesome itself is definitely a take it or leave it thing for different readers. I did. I wasn't ready for that.". ", Poppy: "What part did you want to be real? Like an organ. It was because he made me feel seen, and he made me feel alive even when I genuinely wanted to cause physical harm to him. I honestly don't get the drama over it, especially now. Probably the latter. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. ", Alastir: "And you will likely change your tune fairly quickly.". I took her, and I kept her, but not to use her. ", Casteel: "Just so you know, Penellaphe doesn't need protection. It was partly the length. Casteel: "I'm furious, and yet, at the same time, I'm in awe. I can think of a few I would love to have, Princess. And that's because I need you. Casteel stared at me, the corners of his lips curving up. He cares for you just like you care for him despite the lies and the betrayal. ", Casteel: "Atlantia rose from blood and ash. My back arched without thought, and a hidden, reckless part of me wished I could will those fingers lower -, Casteel: "And now? ", Poppy: "There's something so entirely wrong with you. I hated lying to you, Poppy. ", Kieran: "If you get yourself killed, I'm going to be pissed. ", Poppy: "I thought you were going to kiss me.". I wanted the touch of his lips, chasing away any logical protests before they could form. We haven't been for a very long time. Kieran nudged my hand again, and I opened it, revealing the golden mark and the ring on my finger. Web Does Kieran He is so devastatingly in love with Poppy and is trying so hard to give her freedom and make her choice. ", Poppy: "Glad to know the disturbed apple doesn't fall too far from the crazy tree.". He is convinced that Hawke and Kieran have led them into a trap. I don't need an explanation of that. ", Kieran: "I would hope not. And you you never laughed enough as it was, but when you did ", Casteel: "When you did, it was like the moment the damn mist finally cleared. Poppy: "He told me he believed it was the Atlantian blood in him, recognizing mine. Any little scenes or story lines I wanted to see when reading the fbaa series. I will say that I thought there were more actual grammatical/spelling errors in this book than the others. Back in their room, Casteel lets Poppy know that the wolven heard her calling them out in the field during battle. So when devoted fans get to book four and see what looks pretty clearly like emotional cheating and then a polyamory relationship, theyre going to feel misled and cheated by the author. ", Poppy: "I know you wanted to marry me partly because it offered me a level of protection -", Casteel: "Originally, Poppy. They will come to love her as fiercely as I do.". ", Poppy: "I was the Maiden, nearly groomed my entire life to remain pure and focused only on my Ascension. ", Kieran: "Do me a favor. Im glad you enjoyed it though! Touch. ", Casteel: "What if I just wanted a piece of you? There is an unspoken but strong understanding between the author and the readers of what they are there for, be it happily ever afters, smut, etc. But you want to know an even more annoying truth? Casteel: "Your heart, Poppy? A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire was just perfect. To feel you come around my cock while I taste your blood on my tongue. It feels like forever. No protests. Because because what if Kieran was wrong? ", Casteel: "You just need to be yourself, Poppy. . Ancient primal powers have already stirred, revealing the horror of what began eons ago. 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. Weeks. Kieran the way he is now just feels like another accolade that Poppy can lay around her neck. 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? He respects her, physically and emotionally. It's your choice. Privacy Policy. I said, pushing off the ground against Casteel. Your life depends on it. Shady, shady, shady. I inhaled deeply through my nose and exhaled slowly. They very much seem like a big brother enduring his curious and talkative little sister. 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. ", Casteel: "It still turns me on, Princess. I love! Language . Today? ", Casteel: "I'll admit, that would lead the average person to believe there were no fond feelings between us, but no one would believe that I would choose a submissive Maiden over my brother. What I feel? Something that I've needed for days. asking questions does not make poppy special and casteel and kieran need to get their heads out of their asses and realize that. These books were huge time commitments, and Im the type of romance reader who reads for the happily ever after. ", Casteel: "Talking doesn't require any clothes at all. And I am Casteel. and our When I read the first three chapters after they were released a month early, I was feeling like this guy was bad news. Of course, Mom excels equally at both.". Kieran. 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. But unrest has grown in Atlantia as they await the return of their Prince. ", Poppy: "I don't know about the warrior part -", Casteel: "I do. He tossed the quiver of arrows I hadn't seen him grab toward me. And Poppy, wouldn't either. I'm pretty sure she's threatened to stab or punch me since then, too. The three of us? ", Casteel: "No one, and I mean no one, speaks of you like that. 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. The fact they get married in this book, with two more to go shit is going down. It wasn't a lie. I may or may not have walked into a door while reading. ", Casteel: "Since we've been married, she's already told me to shut up - how many times? And Poppy and Casteel together? Poppy is not only on the verge of losing her heart and being found unworthy by the gods, but also her life when every blood-soaked thread that holds her world together begins to unravel. We're real. It would probably only further endear you to him. I'm not two separate people, no matter how badly you want to believe that. "Jasper sort . he said, catching my other wrist when I swung my fist down. ", Casteel: "How do you know that? I love her unyielding strength and courage. Casteel: "I'm sorry. He glanced down at me, his lips slightly parted. The bad boy. 2 years after her sister Alice's mental breakdown, things seem back to normal. Review: This was another massive book, so as much as I wanted to get my review out as close to the release day as possible, here we are, a few weeks later. ", Kieran: "Cas told me once that he felt as if he already knew you after speaking with you just a few times.". What we do learn about the world comes through exposition. And I think this was actually part of the problem. He wants the crown. It's beautiful.". I kept falling when he never once told me not to pick up a sword or bow and instead handed one to me. ", Poppy: "I can't just fall asleep. My lips slowly parted as I realized what the lumpy, red mass was. In the glow of the fire, both dimples appeared. That was the plan. ", Casteel: "Some say patience is a virtue. He claimed my lips as if he were staking a claim to my very soul. And the only reason why any of that changed is because once he got to know you, he started to care for you.". If so, I'm very curious to learn more about it, wife. Maybe you should try that. original characters for the world's best stories. ", Poppy: "I will not pretend to be the docile fiance without an audience. There is a level of respect and caring that they have for one another. ", Poppy: "You don't doubt our intentions? Neither of us will fall. Im not going back to the keep. Kieran Contou, Penellaphe Balfour and Hawke Flynn ;) (lets avoid giving out spoilers haha) characters of From Blood And Ash written by Jennifer L. Armentrout Okay, it was about time, that I drew my favorite lovers, so here they are . I dont want the Joining tbh, I feel like Poppy&Cas is already great, I dont want any necessary drama. 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. And then it all seemed like a lie once I realized the truth of who he was and why he was a part of my life.". Everything Poppy has ever believed in is a lie, including the man she was falling in love with. And if he chooses her, then we all do.. Love that for her. And just so you know, the only reason I didn't end your life the second I learned that you stabbed him in the heart is because he care for you. 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