❤️ Tale of the Heart Queen ❤️

What a FUN conclusion to the Artefacts of Ouranos series! The EPIC cliffhanger at the end of Fate of the Sun King is resolved, only for even more chaos to throw a wrench in Lor’s plans to reestablish her queendom.

Like the first three books, this one has plenty of adventure, banter, and spice. I highly recommend, but make sure you read the series in order!

Series:
Trial of the Sun Queen
Rule of the Aurora King
Fate of the Sun King
Tale of the Heart Queen

Thank you to Forever for the ARC! My opinions are my own.

Rating: 3.75 ⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️.5

The final installment of the Artefacts of Ouranos and can I just say WOW WOW WOW!

This was the perfect conclusion to the series. I loved that you start with a trial and end with another; it was a full circle moment. When I read the first line of 1st book in the series “that bitch stole my soap” I just knew I was gonna be in for a ride and this series did not disappoint.

Although I found the book to be quite long compared to the others, I love how we got a more inside look into our beloved side characters (I’m looking at you Gabriel, you have my heart). The journey of Lor and Nadir, along with their friends saving her queendom was well worth it!

Overall, I think this was the perfect conclusion to the Artefacts of Ouranos series that I could have hoped for. Nisha did a good job of tidying up any loose ends and I’m so happy that everyone was able to get a happy ending.

Tropes:
♥️ Found family
♥️ Fated mates
♥️ Enemies to lovers
♥️ Touch him/her and die
♥️ Miltiple POVs

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Thank you so much to NetGalley, ForeverPub and Nisha J. Tuli for providing me with an ebook in exchange for an honest review.

Overall- A good finale to the series. Not my favorite series but still a decent read.
Plot- Nice ending but the plot was a bit chaotic.
Humor- The author definitely tried to make the characters witty, but it seemed oddly forced.
Spice- A couple of spicy scenes but nothing graphic.
Characters- These characters seemed to be knock off versions of ACOTAR characters. They were good but I didn't have the same connection as I did with the ACOTAR characters.

This last book is an absolute roller coaster. So many twists and turns that I did not see coming that kept me on the edge of my seat for legit the entire book. These babies go through SO MUCH SHIT. At this point I need Ms. Tuli to write an entire book of them just living boring mundane lives

But in all seriousness, I loved this series and the conclusion of it made me happy. I would absolutely recommend this read

Story: 5⭐
Spice: 2🌶️

What a fantastic and exhilarating final performance from Lor and the gang. It was amazing to see the main character who was just a prisoner, draw us in with the one liner "that bitch took my soap" to become this strong and unforgettable character to cherish for forever.

As this being the final book Nisha did an amazing
job tying up everything nicely and even opened some opportunities for future spin offs.

This was such a fun ride and I'm glad I was able to be apart of it. Must read series for sure

Thanks to Forever for the gifted copy of this book!

Such an amazing end to the Artefacts of Ouranos series! Nisha absolutely nails the romance part of the Romantasy, and makes such an easy and engaging world for beginner fantasy readers. The series came full circle here, with references and redemption and such a good conclusion.

Whew ok I was not ready for this story to be over. I grew so attached to these characters but I can confidently say that every single person got the ending they deserved.

Tale of the Heart Queen (Artefacts of Ouranos #4) by Nisha J. Tuli
After Lor makes the biggest mistake of her life, she finds herself on the run from the Aurora King and decides it's time to end this, once and for all. But when a new enemy emerges to claim her freedom, the entire fate of Ouranos comes to rest on her shoulders.
Rating: *****
Feels: Brave, Assured, Focused, Weepy (in a totally good way)
Style: Fantasy, Romantasy, Fae, Magic, High Fantasy
First published November 26, 2024 : 672 pages, Paperback

I was in tears so often towards the end. Just all the feels. The author really knows how to build your attachment to these characters and their fate. Not just our darling's Lor and Nadir. I was so invested in what happened to Willow, Gabriel, Tyr, Amya, Tristan, and all the rest. I definitely did not want this story to end but the ending that was given was just *chef's kiss*. The trials and struggles everyone had to face and how everyone pulled together. We got to see the relationship between Lor and Nadir really bl0om, be tested and just give you something to cheer for. I loved the whole love story for these two. I loved that not only was this book about love, it had so many good aspects of found family, helping others, finding yourself, overcoming your past and so much more. Just an overall wonderful read I am sure I will come back to again.


Favorite quote: "Everyone has always underestimated me." (this part left out due to spoilers) "that mistake is about to cost you everything because I. Am. the fucking Heart Queen."

This book has:
Strong FMC (Stabby)
Morally Gray MMC
Chosen One
Touch her and you die
Fated mates
Enemies to Lovers
Possessive MMC
Hidden Identify
Found Family
Revenge Plot
Redemption plot
Magic

DNF’d at pg 114 💔

I REALLY wanted to like this book. I really did.

I absolutely devoured the first three books and loved the entire premise. Lor was a spunky but sensitive heroine and Nadir was a perfect complement. The side characters were perhaps not the most developed but were charming.

This book I think had a fundamental length issue. I have no issue with long books but I think there could have been way more editing down. In the first 114 pages there was no movement on the plot whatsoever, which was incredibly disappointing.

The writing style was also very much “tell not show” which I also did not love or find particularly gravitating. It was just overall a big bummer considering how much I loved the first couple books. I might give it a try again but for now, its a DNF for me.

Thank you to Netgalley and Forever Books for the e-ARC!

This is possibly my most precious and important review yet. Nisha truly worked on the construction of this fantastical world and knocked it out of the park. The conclusion to the Artefacts of Ouranos was full of answers we’ve been waiting for since the beginning, the action was chef’s kiss and the conversations were so well written you feel like you are in the room with them(I can’t get over how cool this felt!). The romance is just mesmerizing and so beautifully delivered. I love that it continued the line of 3 POV’s with Nadir, Lor and Gabriel(and snippets of other characters) which helps tell the story more broadly and gives us an idea of what’s happening in different realms. If you are looking for new series to obsess over that includes magical realms, enemies to lovers, found family, female rage and vengeance, fated mates, high stakes, fae, a hot morally grey prince, a badass queen and a love full of teasing who can’t keep their hands to each other please give the Artefacts of Ouranos a try, it was incredibly fun and hot as heck!

A sincere thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read Tale of the Heart Queen by Nisha J. Tuli in exchange for my honest review.

Book 4 of the Ouranos series did NOT disappoint! Nisha J. Tuli delivers an epic conclusion as we follow Lor on her quest to claim her Queendom and save her world. While I found the book to be a bit long and dragged out in parts, the journey was ultimately worth it. The story wraps up beautifully, and I’m thrilled that Lor and Nadir, along with their friends, got the happy endings they deserved.

I do wish there had been more emphasis on the rebuilding of Heart and the restoration of her people rather than the extensive focus on Atlas and Rion. However, the resolution of the series was satisfying, and I was relieved that no important characters were lost along the way.

Overall, this was a fitting conclusion to a series that has captured my heart, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to see Lor’s journey through to the end. Fans of the Ouranos series won’t be disappointed!

It may be time for you to take the final plunge into the world of Ouranos if you have read the first 3 books, realize this is the end of a series you’ve fallen in love with, need one more book with soap jokes, love fated mates, magic, revenge and twists and turns. If you haven’t read the first 3 books, and you’re still here I’m assuming you want to be convinced to read the ENTIRE series.

I barely took time to think before I barreled headfirst into this book after the cliffhanger in book 3. Nisha has a way of corralling you into the story and before you realize it, you’ve read 3 and a half books and you’ve been yelling at fictional characters while your family stares at you.

This book ended up surprising me more than just for the story, there were pieces that dealt with relationships that I didn’t expect to hit me the way they did, but they were written so well and I feel stronger from them. Prepare to have all the feels with this one, anger, anxiety, to maybe cry, want to throw things, be thrilled and thrown in all directions before finally getting to the end where I feel like it was wrapped up beautifully for a thrilling series that started with the best first line I’ve read in a long time.

Where to even start?! What a wild ride Lor's journey has been and how sad it is to leave behind this world!

I adored Lor from the moment she had her iconic soap quote, so reading her character arc from Trial of the Sun Queen through Tale of the Heart Queen was such a fun adventure. These stories are becoming such a comfort read for me at this point and will forever be something I reach for to escape the everyday. The world is immersive, the banter is top tier, and the magic system is unique and captivating. Nisha writes slow burn tension like no other and the payoff by the end of this book is in droves. My one difficulty with this book was that there is tons of dialogue and I felt like at times I wanted more action than words. However, Nisha writes dialogue that's quick and witty and I'm probably in the minority for wanting a smidge less of it.

The spice readers BEGGED for in the rest of the series is plentiful in this installment as well, the ending is an absolute joy, and I highly recommend this book and the entire series for romantasy lovers. 4 stars and such wild joy for the Heart Queen and her King.

The Artefacts of Ouranos by Nisha J. Tuli is an absolute triumph of storytelling, seamlessly blending fantasy, romance, and adventure into a breathtaking series. From the very first page of book one, Tuli immerses readers in a vividly crafted world full of rich detail and unforgettable characters. Her writing is a masterful combination of lyrical prose and heart-pounding action, keeping you enthralled until the final page of Tale of the Heart Queen. The lush, magical landscapes and intricate world-building create an atmosphere so vivid it feels as though you’ve stepped into a dream.

As the conclusion to an extraordinary series, Tale of the Heart Queen delivers in every way imaginable. Nisha Tuli brings the story to a close with finesse—avoiding rushed or overly polished endings and staying true to the journey and the characters she so carefully developed. This finale keeps you on the edge of your seat, filled with tension and emotion as each twist and turn unfolds. By the end, every thread feels thoughtfully resolved, leaving no lingering questions but still evoking a bittersweet longing for more. Not because the story is incomplete, but because saying goodbye to these beloved characters is no small feat. They’ve lived, fought, and loved with such vibrancy that letting go feels like parting with dear friends.

Lor's journey is the heart and soul of this series—her strength, vulnerability, and resilience creating a character as unforgettable as the story itself. She’s not just a heroine but a force to be reckoned with, balancing duty, love, and the quest for self-discovery. Her growth is both profound and relatable, and her relationships, particularly the romance, are written with an authenticity that makes every moment resonate. The chemistry leaps off the page, and the emotional depth adds a richness that lingers long after the final chapter.

Nisha J. Tuli has crafted a series that is nothing short of magical. The Artefacts of Ouranos stirs the soul, sparks the imagination, and leaves an indelible mark on its readers. If I could give more than five stars, I would, because this series is a masterclass in epic storytelling and deserves every accolade. Tuli has firmly established herself as an author not to be missed, and this series is one I will treasure forever.

I was so thrilled to be able to read this book early and it was the most amazing conclusion to such a beautiful story. Lor is one of my favorite female protagonists ever. She is fierce, stubborn, loyal, brave, and just loves with her entire being. Nadir is just… sigh. He’s also loyal and brave and I love his story deeply. So many characters with growth and redemption arcs and I shed so many tears reading the conclusions to their journeys. This series has epic amounts of found family and love and the characters all complement each other perfectly. So wonderful I couldn’t have imagined a better tale full of love and adventure to end this series.

A busy conclusion for the Artefacts of Ouranos! The stakes and the emotions are high! New perspectives are gained and with them, the reader learns a lot more about the history of the Aurora and Ouranos as a whole. I really enjoyed the vast majority of this conclusion, the one hesitation I had was what felt like an ‘out of left field’ villain/conflict that I don’t recall having been foreshadowed much in the previous books while the long term conflicts seemed to be resolved with relative ease. Overall, I love Lor and her journey, while deeply painful and emotional, was something I enjoyed following along with.

I received an arc for the final instalment of the artefacts of Ouranos, Tale of the Heart Queen, in exchange for my honest review. My final rating for this book was 4.75 stars/5 and overall the book series itself was also a 4.75
I was super late to this party. I saw the hype for it for quite some time but didn't know much about the series. When book three came out, I saw that the series was called Artefacts of Ouranos - and as a mythology geek - I got more intrigued by it. I took a shot and ordered the first three books and jumped in. NOW - I am a huge fan of not only the characters but also the world-building, the magic system and Nisha's writing style. I only finished the first three books a few months ago, so fortunately for me - that meant I had virtually no time to wait to find out the fate of our beloved Lor, Nadir and the rest of the found family.
Book three left us on a huge cliffhanger and we jump back into that plot as soon as we start the next book. Thank goodness! I believe had I read the book a while ago, that I would have needed to recap the last book before starting this one because the magic system is a bit more complex and there are a lot of characters. I did find myself reviewing the character glossary a few times throughout the book. (This could just be a "me" problem though...
I usually only like our main characters getting the POV, but I am so happy to also have Gabriel's side of the story. He became a quick favourite of mine and I was so intrigued by him. I could have read a whole book on just his backstory. Unfortunately for me, I did find that his conclusion didn't get the impact I wanted. I was happy where it went and it still hit parts of my heart the way I hoped, but for the direction it went - I think I wanted a bit more lead-up for it.
But for our MC - with all the twists and turns Lor had to take to get to her ending, it left me like nothing was missing from her ending. It showed her growth but without her changing or breaking her character. We got a lot of answers and things revealed in this, but kept us still guessing right until the last 5%. I found that none of the characters broke from how Nisha wrote them in the first three books just to give conclusions. Which I find often in fantasy.
Also, there was a certain character who ... I just loved their ending. I don't want to say anything... BUT I LOVED IT
I felt all the feels and I highly recommend this series to anyone who loves Romantasy. I can see why some may want to compare this to Acotar - but it's so different than that. I would almost compare this to CN Crawford Frost/Ambrosia or Demon Trials series but with the spice and style of Laura Thalassa.
Also, can we have more Aurora borealis daddies instead of shadow daddies now? (not that I don't love a good shadow daddy... but this Canadian girl loves her northern lights and I LOVED Nadir being the prince of the prettiest of lights.)

The final instalment of the Artefacts of Ouranos series! Can I just say, I wasn’t ready for this series to end but absolutely adored every bit of it. 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧 provided the ending we all needed, via the growth of the characters, the merging of storylines and redemption of certain characters- ish?! I love Nisha’s writing style and world building, which is always wonderfully done and accessible to her readers. This book in particular might have been the longest- but truly felt like I could have used more chapters, as I just wasn’t ready to let it end yet! I will forever be obsessed with Lor, Nadir and Gabriel!

✵𝖬𝖺𝗇𝗒 𝗍𝗁𝖺𝗇𝗄𝗌 𝗍𝗈 𝖥𝗈𝗋𝖾𝗏𝖾𝗋 𝖺𝗇𝖽 𝖭𝖾𝗍𝗀𝖺𝗅𝗅𝖾𝗒 𝖿𝗈𝗋 𝗀𝗂𝖿𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝗆𝖾 𝗍𝗁𝗂𝗌 𝖠𝖽𝗏𝖺𝗇𝖼𝖾𝖽 𝖱𝖾𝖺𝖽𝖾𝗋’𝗌 𝖢𝗈𝗉𝗒 𝗂𝗇 𝖾𝗑𝖼𝗁𝖺𝗇𝗀𝖾 𝖿𝗈𝗋 𝗆𝗒 𝗁𝗈𝗇𝖾𝗌𝗍 𝗋𝖾𝗏𝗂𝖾𝗐.✵

So sad to see this story come to an end. Bravo Nisha! The Artefacts of Ouranos is complete but will never be forgotten.

I received an ebook arc from NetGalley but also own a hard copy. It’s worth every penny.

What a FANTASTIC conclusion to one of my new favorite romantasies! Tale of the Heart Queen did not disappoint one bit, and it had every element that I loved from the first three books. I'm so sad that this series is over!

The found family, pacing, plot, subplots, emotions, everything was excellent. While some of the plot points were predictable, and I could guess what was coming...I was still crying throughout the last one hundred pages. Tyr, Gabriel, and Atlas are SUCH interesting characters and their complex dynamics? Screaming crying throwing up during a lot of their scenes.

I also loved the callbacks to the first book! There were so many parallels, yet Lor had Nadir by her side and wasn't facing everything alone. The author did a great job of tying up loose ends and not forgetting details/characters...like mentioning Nadir's mom, his ancestors, etc. And I loved the inclusion of the Aurora King's POVs and seeing the descent into his villain arc. Nadir and his dad remind me a lot of Dorian and his dad from Throne of Glass.

I loved the addition of Cyan and Anemone as well. While they weren't primary characters, I liked how they had a role in the story. And from what we saw of them, their backstories were complex and interesting. This was just SO GOOD, and I can't get over the plot and found family. I'm hoping for a spin-off book in the same world featuring perhaps Celestria or one of the other kingdoms!

Thank you so much to Forever Pub for sending me a copy of Tale of the Heart Queen. As always, my reviews are one hundred percent voluntary and all opinions are my own :)