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Endless Skye

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Grant always delivers. This woman has such a vivid imagination, a talent that lets her excel at putting it on paper and I'm glad for it.

Endless Skye brings us back to the middle of the war, or wars?, going on on Skye. While Willa was more like the other Druids in the series, Jasper was a bit of an anathema. Willa is powerful, strong and dedicated. She'll do whatever it takes for her family and her people including trying to steal a valuable book then unwind the mystery about who poisoned her. Jasper has always been someone else. Spending his life as a grifter has deprived him of a strong sense of self. He has morals within his criminal endeavors, he's smart and powerful too. He's sucked into the conflict on Skye and like some of his predecessors, he's believed what he's been told and though it takes a bit, he starts to question what the truth really is. He's also very attracted to Willa and while he doesn't want to admit it, doesn't understand it and tries to avoid being involved, he realizes by bits that he's the only one who can get the ebony wood out of Willa before she dies or goes crazy. Jasper and his horse, my heart.

As with the other books int his series, Grant gives us great characters (it's always fun to see those from previous books again), intense suspense and a nice mix of fantasy and real life. The reluctant heroes, including Jasper, add so much angst. We're four books in and while much of the mystery has unfolded we're far from solving all the frightening problems on Skye. I have to keep reading to find out!

Thanks to the author and NetGalley for the ARC.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I enjoyed Jasper and Willa’s story. Willa has come to Skye to meet up with her brother Scott after a failed attempt to collect “the book” Beth has in her possession. If you haven’t read any other books in the series, I would recommend starting at the beginning because Grant’s world building in each book and while can be read as a standalone, you’d miss out on details and backstory of the characters.

I loved Jaspers story and felt more of a connection to him than Willa. He had such character growth and wanted to right his wrongs. Willa was a bit of a limp noodle for me. She was fine but didn’t have much spine. Also, i didn’t like Scott’s behavior in the book. He came across as an over bearing jerk who didn’t trust his sister to handle herself. But he could go off at a moments whim on a search for their dad and call her after he left. Ugh.

Can’t wait for some of the evil storylines to wrap up as keeping track of all the bad guys is starting to hurt my brain (and our characters brains as well!).

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The first thing that pops into mind when I see this book is that I love that some powerful characters are mentioned and we get an explanation as to why they aren't helping considering the dire situation our characters are in. Erith and Constantine are absent but I hope we will get to see them soon, maybe in the final battle because one thing is certain and that is the very strong power the main bad guy (or gal) has. Now that I have gotten that our of my chest let's move on to the actual commentary/review. Other than a semi-obvious twist, I found the book very enjoyable and addictive. Well, the twist wasn't a bad thing, and I was excited to see it happen so even that doesn't count as negative. Jasper and Willa's story was excellent and I liked their romance even if they spent most of the time under some not-so-good circumstances. My favorite part was Jasper's individual arc because he started on the wrong side of the battle and he had to become a worthy guy for Willa and me. I do think that if someone hasn't have read the other books in the series might feel a little lost, but the author does a good job at explaining everything and it was easy to enter the Skye Druids world. I would definitely recommend the book.

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With Endless Skye Dona Grant continue the story with Skye Druids. Jasper and Willa are the ones that fall in love. The story is about misleading and concealing the truth, but also finding a true home and love.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for Netgelly

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What does Donna put in these books crack? I am hooked on her writing. She is one of my go-to authors because she always delivers.

This series is no exception. This book starts with a chase that gets your heart going. So buckle up for a whirlwind tour of 'Endless Skye', where intrigue, magic, and romance collide like never before. Picture this: Willa, on a mission with her dad for a powerful book, ends up injured and in the path of Jasper, a charming grifter tasked with spying on her. Instead of sticking to the plan, Jasper finds himself playing nursemaid to Willa, and boy, does the plot thicken!

Skye is in a tizzy with invisible threats, missing fathers, and a Druid showdown looming. Willa and Jasper's dance around allegiance, power, and a little thing called love makes for a page-turning extravaganza that'll have you hooked from the get-go.

With ancient grimoires, shadowy figures, and the fate of Skye hanging in the balance, 'Endless Skye' spins a tale of adventure, betrayal, and, yes, steamy romance that's as enchanting as the island itself. As alliances shift and secrets unfold, you're left hungry for 'Still of the Night', the next chapter in this magical saga.

Dive into 'Endless Skye' for a magical, adventurous romance that's sure to pull you right in, proving itself to be an unputdownable journey through the mystical and mysterious, with just the right sprinkle of romance to keep the flames burning.

**I was given an ARC of this book by NetGalley for my honest review. **

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One of the things I love about reading is when there is no clear obvious ending. I love solving puzzles and a phenomenal author satisfies this part of my brain. Another thing I love is detailed expansive descriptions of people, places, and things.

Author Donna Grant pushes all these buttons in this exciting Book 4 of the Skye Druids series. The author pulls you in with a solid plot and interesting characters so right away from page one the reader will feel committed to reading the book in one sitting.

Chapter one grabs the reader with an extremely fast paced mix of intrigue and danger involving Willa and her father Luke Ryan. Willa is the primary female character in this book. If you read any of the previous books to this series, you would have met her brother Scott and Elodie from Iron Ember Book 1 of the series.

Jasper McCabe is the primary male character and though I liked his character and his role in the book I did not feel he was as dynamic as the previous male characters in the other books to this series. Though to be fair he was the perfect male counterpart for Willa in every way.

I enjoyed this book and gave it 4.5 STARS.

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This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.

I am always eagerly waiting for the next book in this series and love the slowly unfolding mystery and secrets that are revealed along with the romance of each couple. It is so nice that the previous couples are a huge part of the whole story so we keep up with them as well.

Jasper was in a tough situation when he finally realized that he was on the wrong side and knew that what he shared with Willa was going to suffer when he finally confessed to her.

One secret was kind of hinted at so if you are reading carefully, you will connect the dots and figure that one out but the rest of the story was a roller coaster ride of drama, intrigue, romance and conflict as the Skye Druids continue to search for who is behind the whole war and why Druids are losing their power.

It was hard to put this book down as I wanted to keep reading until the end! Now, I am going to have to try and be patient for the next book!

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Love these Skye Druids! This is Willa and Jaspers story. When Jasper is sent to Skye to spy on the Druids by winning Willa’s affections , things don’t turn out as planned.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley, the opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you for allowing me to review this book

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I went into this book, the fourth book in the series without reading the previous books. I was able to figure most of who's who eventually, but I'm sure it would've been much easier not starting at book four. This is primarily about Willa and Jasper. They are on opposite sides and Jasper is sent to spy on Willa. He ends up saving her life pretty early on, and ultimately they become closer and closer together. What will Willa do when she finds out the truth? They get put through the ringer by the time they get their hea.
Thank you to netgalley for the ARC. Opinions are my own.

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This is a good series. Willa and Jasper are on opposite sides of the battle and once Jasper infiltrates the Skye Druids, he realizes that he has been on the wrong side. Willa has her struggles to overcome. It is a good adventure and I am glad the series is continuing.

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This series just keeps getting better and better. There is such a wonderful world already built around this series that there's so many fun characters to learn about. We've got dragon kings, druids, warriors, and the Fae, so the opportunities are endless (see what I did there?)!

This book is about Willa, who is on the run from the bad guys and headed to Skye. Her very overprotective brother is already on the isle and he's none too pleased with how close to death she shows up. Jasper, too, is on Skye but for a completely different reason. He's a bit of a grifter, hiding in plain sight and working for the bad guys, though they've convinced him that the Skye druids are the true baddies. Once he meets Willa, though, he starts to reassess his path. These two have sparks flying almost right away, and while I hate a misunderstanding/breakup scene, this one was done really well. Jasper takes some good steps along the way to cement him as a good guy in my book.

There are a lot of surprises that get thrown in here along the way, but I don't want to spoil anything. Familiar faces show up, there's some good finality to some of these longer storylines, but ultimately this is a bout Willa and Jasper (and some horses) finding a happy ending. If these books keep building and getting better, I don't want them to ever end!

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Another hit in the Skye Druid series by Donna Grant! Endless Skye is the story of Willa, sister of Scott (book 1) and Jasper. I really loved Willa and Jasper together, though I did not feel as much of a connection to these two characters as I did to characters in the other books of the series. I thought this book could’ve been slightly longer to beef up their story a bit more. This book was definitely not as sensual or steamy as the other books in the series, which was a bit disappointing, though I understand the reasoning and plot point behind it. I also really struggle with the overprotective sibling trope, but in this book, it felt a little worse because Scott literally did almost the exact same thing as Jasper. I was very happy Rhona called him out for it. Overall, I did enjoy this book, and I felt like it contributed to the overall plot of the Skye Druids series in a strong way. I’m eager to see where the story continues to go. I hope it continues strong and doesn’t sort of drop off as more books are published, as it frequently the case with longer series.

I received an Advance Review Copy of Endless Skye from NetGalley for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

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This is the spellbinding saga of Willa Ryan and Jasper McCabe. Tasked with retrieving a powerful book, Willa's journey takes an unexpected turn, thrusting her into Jasper's enigmatic world. Fueled by deception and a desperate mission, their initial encounter blossoms into a whirlwind of undeniable attraction and complex emotions. Grant intertwines their fates against looming threats and magical intrigue. The seamless blend of passion, peril, and mysticism kept me on the edge of my seat, eager to unravel the next twist. This story enriched the series and left me yearning for more of Grant's enchanting universe.

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Epic urban fantasy adventure and romance continues and boy does it deliver! The evil druids are strengthening their power while the Skye Druids are gathering forces and allies. Many agendas at play, who can you trust? Some secrets revealed, but one more book to go, so hang on for more!

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Brilliant, well written and captivating.

I loved this story, loved the plot line. The intricate world building is there to assist even if you may not have read the previous books so you’re not lost in the grey and can be read reasonably as a standalone.

But yall. Jasper and Willa? That gravitational pull after her attempt to steal a particular book? Swoon. The chemistry is there, and while Jasper was only supposed to use Willa in his ruse, how is he supposed to deny this beautiful woman?!

Overall I loved Willa’s self reliance and strength, and how Jasper ultimately chose the right path. To be fair, who wouldn’t choose to be by Willa’s side, right? This story gets very busy, very fast, but don’t let that deter you.

Thanks to Donna Grant and Netgalley for the eARC!

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This is another brilliant read in a series that just gets better and better and follows from series that were phenomenal as well

A story of enemies that realise they aren't really and in fact one of them is been used without even realising it Can they find a way to work together to keep all they love safe While you could read this as a stand alone it is a far better read if you have read the earlier books in this series and even better if you read the dark lords series. Donna has woven an intricate world that totally draws you in and just gets more and more intriguing with every addition

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This is book 4 in the Skye Druids and while it could be read as a standalone, I would absolutely read the previous books before this one as they have a bigger series storyline at play as well! Passion comes with a price. For Willa Ryan, family is everything. So, when her brother asks her to locate a book of unparalleled power, she doesn’t hesitate. Except she does more than find it. She attempts to steal it, and in the process, ends up running for her life—straight into the arms of a man waiting to rescue her. Jasper is unlike anyone she’s ever met, and she’s helpless to resist the undeniable passion between them. But desire always comes at a cost. Jasper McCabe is a master of disguise and deception, and he uses both ruthlessly. Yet nothing can prepare him when he comes face-to-face with the breathtaking women he’s supposed to use for his ruse. Every instinct screams for him to run as far from Willa as he can. But there’s no escape from the captivating Druid and the feelings she awakens. With his darkest enemies closing in, Jasper is forced to choose with his heart, or lose the woman who is his one chance at salvation.

I was not expecting the way this book turned out! I really didn't like Jasper at first. He seemed so deceptive and I was expecting him to be some sort of huge bad guy. And then, well, he wasn't! And when he realizes exactly the type of people he has been aligned with? Well, he chooses the right path! And I loved that! Willa is a strong, stand up woman who will do what she must. Even when she knows she may be hurt or killed. But she is also slightly naive and just trusts people too easily. Not that that is a bad thing, but it definitely isn't always good either. Ok so now why I didn't give this book a 5-there is so much going on that at times I feel like I don't know what is going on. I have had to backtrack and reread parts because I missed something or thought I did and end up confused. That's not to say it's bad, because it not. But there is a LOT going in these books, and you absolutely have to pay attention and don't miss any of the books. But that is just how great this author is at building worlds and stories that keep building that bigger story. I can't wait to read the next, and I really can't wait to see how everything turns out with the big bad!

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I love any series by Donna Grant and This series just keeps getting better with each new book. Willa and Jasper have some amazing chemistry. While the Druids are in a fight against some evil power hungry enemies, Jasper is sent in to spy on them and learn all there secrets. However with every new secret found more layers are revealed . Although Willa has never been to Skye before circumstances have push her there for her family. I continue to fall in love with these character and with all the complexities that make them unique. We do get to see some old friends and it is fantastic.

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After Heart of Glass, I was still wondering why I couldn’t connect to Ferne. And after reading Endless Skye, I’m still not sure. The Druids on Skye are not very easy approachable and I find it harder to connect to them than to the Kings and Reapers.

The stories on Skye are also a bit darker – in my opinion – and they contain a lot of characters. So, sometimes I find it hard to keep up.

Nevertheless, Donna weaves an intriguing story and she keeps you on your toes. So, in all again a very interesting and moving story. But, no five stars this time, but still a solid four stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

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This series just keeps getting better and more intense with each new book. These Druids are in a fight for their life against some evil power hungry enemies. With every new secret we find more layers.
Jasper is a spy sent in to learn all there secrets but the more he learns the more doubts he has. Willa has never been to Skye before until circumstances push her there. I’ve fallen in love with these people and all the complexities that make them unique.

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