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Fever

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Donna Grant continues to write a great Dragon series! Although, fare warning, this series is hard to read as stand-alones and is best done in order. The Dragon Kings is a unique take on dragon shifters and I love the fact that the world started as theirs and slowly other species were brought to Earth from other dimensions.

Since I'd only read two of the previous books in the series, I had a hard time keeping all of the characters straight, but I assume that this would be much easier done if you do read them in order. I found myself still frustrated with Con from what I remembered from previous stories and although I like that the confrontation with Usael finally happened, I was frustrated by Con and his part in it turning out the way that it did. But I can tell we're setting up for future stories as well.

Bernadette and Keltan's story was passionate and decent to read but I didn't find myself as engrossed in their story as I was the overall confrontation and progression in the overall plotlines for the series.

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I love pretty much everything that Donna Grant writes, but I'm always a little nervous about picking up a book in the middle of the series. Don't let that deter you. Even if you haven't read all the books, it does a great job explaining the world and the history. So much chemistry in this book from the slow burn to explosive action, and if you love well-written angst, this book is totally for you. It's not shoved in as a plot device but feels as natural to the characters (which I adore). A great romance with plenty for the magic lover as well!

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The Dragon Kings have kept their identity secret for centuries so how is it possible that a beautiful anthropologist, Bernadette Davies, is able to lecture about the existence of the dragons? Kelton is sent to hear her speak and soon becomes involved with keeping her safe from Usaeil. A long awaited battle occurs and the Dragon Kings are joined by Rhi and Balladyn in their fight against Usaeil. There are unexpected consequences and not all situations are resolved in this story. The author keeps my interest in reading the next story alive.

Thanks to the publisher and to NetGalley for an ARC; all opinions are my own.

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AMAZING!!! Simply AMAZING!!! LOVED IT! So as I have said before, I am jumping all around with these books but Ms. Grant does do a great job in recapping some of what is going on. This is Bernadette and Kelton' s story and it was fleshed out and gave me a bit more insight as to what is coming next. Kelton finds his true mate in Bernadette though in his mind, he really did not want to have one. Bernadette has found some really interesting information and Kelton is tasked in finding out how she knows what she knows. When Kelton realizes who she is to him, he is now beholden to her in only a true mate can be. Filled with action , more stories within stories, some secrets revealed and finally a sort of conclusion that will bring on the next heat wave. Lol. See what I did there? I FREAKING LUUUURRRVVVEEEE DRAGONS!!!! Another awesome read, by a super storyteller. Loved it so freaking much!!! 4.5 stars*****


* I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book provided by NetGalley*******

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There are a lot of back stories at this point in the series, and it's definitely not where I'd suggest someone start reading Donna Grant! As a returning reader though, I have to say I love the way she continues to drive the series plot while giving a satisfying book plot. Dr. Bernadette Davies is very vocal about the fact that dragons exist. Keltan is sent to Glasgow to attend one of her lectures and investigate what she knows and how she knows it. Of course, there's some magic driving her behavior, but a romance brews in spite of that.

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We've been building up to the war with Usaeil. Now with Con missing the Dragon Kings are doing what they can to prepare for that they must do. The Kings are running out of time to give up Rhi. I was so tense for this showdown!

Despite all that is going on with the upcoming war, the Kings still must do what they can to hide their existence from humans. Keltan is the King sent to investigate a human that is holding a lecture trying to prove that dragons are real. Bernadette has spent the last year of her life totally devoted to outing the dragons. It's not until she is confronted with Keltan and the truth is revealed do the duo start working together for their part of the war.

Keltan did not want a mate, so he resists, but he can't deny his feelings for Bernadette. The upcoming war is going to test his feelings. I'm not too sure how I feel about where we leave this couple. It is not the HEA I would anticipate, but it creates questions on what could come next. It makes me question all the couples. The Others have been making plans for centuries. All that has been happening could be plans from the Others coming to fruition.

Fever had great action and I loved seeing how the war played out with the different factions. I am left dying to know of the fates of our favorite characters. This part of the war may be over but there is still so much more for the Dragon Kings to face. The combination of the war action and the love connection between Keltan and Bernadette was a great mix. The balance kept me reading and the surprises drew many moments of shock. I loved Fever and am dying for the answers to all the questions that have been raised!

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I really enjoyed this! I honestly had no previous knowledge from Donna Grant's other books, but they are ALL now added to my good reads TBR list. I feel a reading marathon in my future, much like when I discovered Laura Thalassa. I have a list of steamy romances that, after getting a third of the way through, I put them down, but this was not the case with Fever. I was invested in the characters and plot, and was able to follow along without knowing the other back stories from the other books in the series. Nicely done!

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I've really enjoyed this book. Highly recommended! It was so hard to put down. Amazing charcters and a great story that keeps you engaged.

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Things is seeming to the end in Fever which is kinda exciting but sad to say goodbye. There is so much going that you will need to take your time in reading so you won't miss any details beforehand.
Let's get started with Kelton. He is very well-known in the Dragon community that he is discovering if the expose of the dragon will be leak into the human world. But things become complicated when he meets Bernadette. She is very smart and witty that it throws him off but not too long. They soon become partner since big things are coming toward the end. And it's going to be explosive. I won''t spoil any details.
Fever will bring old characters back but it also will bring some new character too.
Three and Half Stars.

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I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Fever was a dragon book that I needed but never knew I actually did. It was such a fun book to dive into. It didn't matter that I went rogue throughout this series because Donna is such a great writer! I, of course, will definitely stop slacking and pick up myself off the ground and dive into the whole entire series. One day.

In this book, you will meet a crap ton of amazing characters. I feel like each one that we meet just makes the entire book, no series, that much better!! The romance was everything that my eyes could handle - even if I want to eat up way more of it. Ugh, SO MUCH MORE!!!

I don't think I've ever yelled at an ARC before.. or my phone (unless it was a game.. god dammit those cooking games!) but definitely did this time around. So much happened that I'm surprised I didn't piss off anyone around me.

Overall, definitely need to finish this series out and fall back in love with characters!!

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Another great novel about the Dragon Kings and I'm quickly becoming entangled I their world. In this story you get Kelton a dragon king who sees no need for a mate and is perfectly happy single. But bring I a brilliant anthropologist who has put together that dragons and their Kings are real and Bam! You get one hot story.
Of course there is suspense and for those that have been waiting, there is a great battle that leaves a lot in chaos in the Fae wolrd but brings a little bit to the end of an era. It does make you wonder what is next in this world. Great story, great characters. Really enjoyed!

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I received an ARC of this from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

What a great installment in the series. All the moving parts are finally coming together!

While I found this was less about Kelton and Bernadette’s relationship and more about the upcoming showdown with Usaeil, it was awesome. There were so many things happening in this novel, I couldn’t put it down.
New characters are being introduced, the Others are becoming more involved in the lives of the dragons and their mates, there’s heartbreak, heart ache, near death experiences and all out war. In some ways the aftermath of it all is even more curious than the meat and potatoes of the novel.
The next book needs to come out soon. I need to know what happens!

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If Donna Grant writes it, then I will read it! Fever is her latest and I thought it was very well done. I would recommend this book to anyone that’s a fan of this genre.

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I rate this 4.5.

I love Con. That is all i can say. Over all, the events in the book was something i was not expecting. I would love everything to have a more clarity on the subjects that are in this book that will happen in the other books in the world.

More power to you, Ms. Donna Grant.

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When I started reading this, I soon realized that it was part of a series but I didn’t know it was the 16th book. I guess it works as a stand alone but it was difficult to keep up with the all the back stories of the many characters. Their back stories were given but in not enough detail for someone who hasn’t read the other books in the series and probably in too much detail if someone had. It felt like the story dragged on and on and when the final battle occurred, it was anticlimactic. The romance between Bernadette and Kelton was very lackluster and a bit boring. Even though I know Bernadette was being manipulated by magic she seems to go along with whatever happens to her without much protest. There are a lot of things that bothered me about this, too. They are little details but I feel like if an author mentions something there should be some reason or follow up An example of this is the “proof” Bernadette has that dragons exist. It’s mentioned but no one ever asks what it is and it’s never mentioned again. There are a lot of other details like that and I won’t detail them all but they were annoying. Overall, I’d say this is not a book for someone who hasn’t read the previous stories and with the retelling of the back stories it’s probably a bit boring for those that have. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me an ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

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Well that just moved this plot line along! Can 2020 get here sooner?! Not sure I can wait until Jan for the new reaper and then feb for the next DK.

Dr. Bernadette Davies says that dragons exist. In fact, she’s so vocal about it, the dragons send Keltan to Glasgow to attend one of her lectures and investigate how much she really knows and how she came to know it. Needless to say, some U-bitch is behind this again.

While I enjoyed Bernadette and Keltanks romance, I’m really here to see what Rhi is going to do and boy did she deliver. Or did she? What really happened at the end? I guess I’m going to have to wait to find out.

I received this arc from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

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I have to say that I love how the author weaves the overarching plots of the series into each book. You do not have to read every single one to understand what is happening. However, that is where my love for this one ends. Perhaps there has been too much of the same formula in my opinion for each of the couples. Mainly, Keltan and Bernadette are just flat and one-dimensional. Neither adds anything to the plot other than Bernadette's acquaintance with Usaeil. The story moves too fast in some places and not fast enough in others. I also really didn't enjoy that most of the first half of the book was yet another tour of Dregan and meeting former couples that I barely remember because there have just been so many.
I can't say for sure that I would continue reading this series. I may pick up the others and skim through to FINALLY get answers on the main plot between the dragons, Usaeil, and the Others.

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Fever starts slow and but with a hint that something important is going to happen. Bernadette wants to reveal dragons to the entire world but her inner sent draws her to Dragon and Kelton shows her the real truth. He explains the whole history of dragons and opens her eyes. The unexpected enemy becomes their ally and Bernadette and Kelton more than a friend. But the storm is coming and the heads will fall. In unexpected events happens a few twists, one enemy is defeated but the main remains yet to be defeated.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for NetGalley

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Donna Grant's continuation of her Dragon King series brings together a woman who's obsessed with dragons and the Dragon King who doesn't want a mate. Their instant attraction has them both rethinking their ideas and finding out the truth. Danger must be faced but will it keep them apart or bring them together or will a Fever take them over? Ms. Grant also sets up the next book in the series by following the brother and sister MI5 agents who have become apart of the Dragon King family with the mating of the sister to a King. The brother must try to figure out his powers and find a mysterious woman.

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Heart racing, action packed, sexy and engaging adventure filled with danger, dark secrets, magic and passion.... was a great read from beginning to end. An edge of your seat emotional roller-coaster that left me breathless and excited for more!

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