Release review: Moon Spell: Christina Lee
Moon Spell
(Fated #2)
(Fated #2)
Christina Lee
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Release Date October 4, 2021
Werewolves only exist in fairy tales…at least that’s what most townspeople in Lunar’s Reach believe. Unless you’re a powerful healer who concocts a potion to help a fledgling shifter remain human during the full moon.
It works to Bellamy’s benefit since he’s been in hiding at Moon Flower from Ashwood, his beloved, who betrayed him two years before. But now that violet fever is sweeping through Etria and Bellamy has fallen deathly ill, not even the Madam from the apothecary can heal him.
Ashwood believes only he—his fated mate—can save Bellamy from the sickness. Unfortunately, he’s right. But Bellamy cannot bear being in his presence nor suppress the longing he still feels for the man. Despite their history, Ashwood still owns his heart, and soon it becomes clear that someone from their past presents a danger to them both.
Perhaps Bellamy could use Ashwood to exact his own revenge before dooming him to eternal loneliness without his mate. Except, that plan would require allowing Ashwood to touch him again, and Bellamy isn’t certain he can resist being cast under his spell. Not when Ashwood feels so perfect—and so right.
Please note: Moon Spell is set in an imaginary world reminiscent of our nineteenth century, with some fantastical elements, such as potions and fated mates, and without explicit rules. Reading Moon Flower, the first book in the series, is highly recommended, as some of the plot elements and characterizations wouldn’t otherwise make sense.
TW: Discussions and depictions of assault, as well as a background representation that some might find unconventional.
We learned Bellamy had a mysterious past and a probable lost love in Moon Flower. But now we see his full background.
Bellamy and Ash befriended each other when they lived in a precarious situation and had to rely on each other and soon became more. But Ashwood apparently had secrets and Bellamy took off and has hated him and hidden from him ever since.
Two years later Bellamy has settled into Moon Flower with new friends but also some new knowledge about himself and more intense longing. And now he has caught a deadly virus and is having trouble defeating it.
When the man that betrayed him returns but may be able to help heal him, will Bellamy give him a chance to make amends?
I have to say Bellamy kind of annoyed me at first. He was so judgmental and I know he got hurt and felt betrayed, but he was resistant to Ashwood even trying to explain and help. He was bitter, angry, and kind of acted like a brat at times. He has walls up and trust issues that would not be easily conquered. I personally loved Ashwood. He was regretful, pained, and weakened himself but still willing to do whatever Bellamy needed. I loved how devoted he was even during times of little hope.
Together they begin to try to uncover more about the past and plan for their own protection. Spending more time together also reminds them of what was and maybe even a bit of what possibly could be if trust can be rebuilt and their bond is allowed to grow. And if they can keep ahead of the danger that is in the background.
This is a second-chance, fairytale-like romance that has elements of fear, forgiveness, destiny, revenge, and the possibility of fated mates. It is their journey back together, but also to embrace their true selves and figure out how they want to live their lives. This world is interesting and full of a bit of magical science. I enjoyed the visits from the characters in the first book and seeing a bit more into their stories. They truly are a found family.
Together they begin to try to uncover more about the past and plan for their own protection. Spending more time together also reminds them of what was and maybe even a bit of what possibly could be if trust can be rebuilt and their bond is allowed to grow. And if they can keep ahead of the danger that is in the background.
This is a second-chance, fairytale-like romance that has elements of fear, forgiveness, destiny, revenge, and the possibility of fated mates. It is their journey back together, but also to embrace their true selves and figure out how they want to live their lives. This world is interesting and full of a bit of magical science. I enjoyed the visits from the characters in the first book and seeing a bit more into their stories. They truly are a found family.
Moon Flower
(Fated #1)
(Fated #1)
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Kim's Review
When Galen flees his home and travels to Lunar’s Reach, he does what he needs to survive. But trading his body for food in his belly is always a risky undertaking. After he’s found injured in an alleyway, his new friends take him to Moon Flower apothecary, where the madam in charge offers him the proposition of a lifetime.
Little does he know that the Moon Flower flourishes at night—in more ways than one. Gentlemen gather in secret, yearning for an evening with Galen and the others, where they offer pleasure willingly while exploring their desires.
But Galen’s eye is continually drawn to the most unassuming man in the room—Azriel, the resident healer, who has the most unusual aura Galen has ever seen. There’s an understated melancholy in him that Galen longs to soothe, and the more time they spend together, the more he craves to know Azriel’s touch.
But security is only a threadbare veneer for those like him, and soon danger is upon their doorstep. Galen has only ever needed to protect himself, but now he belongs to an ensemble of unlikely characters who’ve become the family he never had. So he’ll put himself on the line, along with his heart, if it means keeping them safe—especially Azriel, the man who quiets his restless soul.
*Please note: Moon Flower is set in an imaginary world reminiscent of our nineteenth century, with some fantastical elements and without explicit rules. Some liberties were taken for the sake of fiction—and, of course, romance.
*Warning: Discussions and depictions of assault which are physical and sexual in nature, as well as a background characterization that some might find taboo or unconventional.
Mother, wife, reader, dreamer. Christina lives in the Midwest with her husband and son–her two favorite guys. She’s addicted to lip balm, coffee, and kissing. Because everything is better with kissing.
She writes mostly MM Contemporary as well as Adult and New Adult Romance. She believes in happily-ever-afters for all, so reading and writing romance for everybody under the rainbow helps quench her soul.
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