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A review by monetp
Blood & Honey by Shelby Mahurin
4.0
4.5 stars
"My breath still smelled like a dragon’s." ~ [b:Blood & Honey|40550366|Blood & Honey (Serpent & Dove, #2)|Shelby Mahurin|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1580922495l/40550366._SY75_.jpg|62967372]
A whole book later and Reid Diggory is still obsessed with his wife...and I AM MORE THAN OKAY WITH THAT. Reid and Lou's relationship is so dynamic and suspenseful like throughout this second book I went from thinking they would get divorced to renewing their vows every other chapter! They definitely still have some issues to work out, but at least now they know where they stand. I would honestly be shocked if they part ways in the next book in the series.
I love all the character development that occurs in this sequel. I've been seeing a lot of nasty reviews just because everyone doesn't like the ending, but that is no reason to forget the detailed and exceptional character development that is necessary for this story. My favorite was the progression of Lou and Ansel's friendship like they are SO ADORABLE AS FRIENDS. You can just tell there is so much platonic love there! Coco was my favorite character in this book. I love Lou, but Coco really stole the show this time around. She acts as a leader, she's confident, and she tries to explore her own relationship with Ansel. Coco is going after what she wants and I love that for her.
Honestly, the ending was a little too sad for me, but I'm sure the author had a reason for it. I AM DYING TO READ THE NEXT BOOK!
Some of my favorite quotes:
"You’ve been raised in a grossly masculine environment, however, so I’ll forgive your immaturity."
"'If you retreat into your mind—into your magic—I’ll follow you, Lou.'"
"'Hello, Chass.' Blood roared in my ears. 'Hello, wife.'"
"My friend. My shelter. My home."
"My breath still smelled like a dragon’s." ~ [b:Blood & Honey|40550366|Blood & Honey (Serpent & Dove, #2)|Shelby Mahurin|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1580922495l/40550366._SY75_.jpg|62967372]
A whole book later and Reid Diggory is still obsessed with his wife...and I AM MORE THAN OKAY WITH THAT. Reid and Lou's relationship is so dynamic and suspenseful like throughout this second book I went from thinking they would get divorced to renewing their vows every other chapter! They definitely still have some issues to work out, but at least now they know where they stand. I would honestly be shocked if they part ways in the next book in the series.
I love all the character development that occurs in this sequel. I've been seeing a lot of nasty reviews just because everyone doesn't like the ending, but that is no reason to forget the detailed and exceptional character development that is necessary for this story. My favorite was the progression of Lou and Ansel's friendship like they are SO ADORABLE AS FRIENDS. You can just tell there is so much platonic love there! Coco was my favorite character in this book. I love Lou, but Coco really stole the show this time around. She acts as a leader, she's confident, and she tries to explore her own relationship with Ansel. Coco is going after what she wants and I love that for her.
Honestly, the ending was a little too sad for me, but I'm sure the author had a reason for it. I AM DYING TO READ THE NEXT BOOK!
Some of my favorite quotes:
"You’ve been raised in a grossly masculine environment, however, so I’ll forgive your immaturity."
"'If you retreat into your mind—into your magic—I’ll follow you, Lou.'"
"'Hello, Chass.' Blood roared in my ears. 'Hello, wife.'"
"My friend. My shelter. My home."