This book was lacking a little bit of something and I am not sure what it was. Obviously dragons were what kept me going but the storyline fell off a little and the time jump was very confusing to me. Wanted to love this

3.5! A Scar in the Bone picks up a year after the ending of A Fire in the Sky. Fell is gone and Tamsyn is an outsider living in the Crags amongst her new dragon pride. Every day she is reminded she doesn't belong and that her mate has been taken from her. Vetr, Fell's twin brother, makes matters worse for Tamsyn and continuously tells her Fell is dead and that she must adapt to life in the pride. Female dragons are needed to build back the dragon population and Tamsyn is encouraged to bond to a new dragon.

My heart hurt that Fell took such a back seat in this book! I loved Fell and Tamsyn's reunion, but I so enjoyed Fell's POV in book 1 and I wanted more from him! I was also confused at times if this is meant to be a trilogy (my understanding was that it's a duology?). There is certainly room to continue the story, and I would love to see Fell and Tamsyn rule The Borderlands in the next book. I also didn't LOVE the hint of romance with Vetr. I am a Fell-stan for life! Overall, this was an enjoyable read with a satisfying conclusion (GOODBYE STIG!!!).

Where to begin. I really wanted to love this because I really liked the first one and while I was reading it I was into it but I had a hard time finding the want to pick it back up. I love dragons and I loved the characters in book one, but the time jump and the predictability of the plot line made this lose some pints for me. Still worth a read, just not exactly what I wanted.

As with other reviews, I found myself torn between enjoying the reading experience of A Scar in the Bone and struggling to pick it back up once I put it down.

I love romantasy and stories about dragons, but this one fell a little flat in places, pacing being the main issue. That being said, there were some interesting points to the novel, and the concept itself is intriguing. I just had higher hopes, I guess.

I do wish to read more of Sophie Jordan’s work in the future. Maybe this one just wasn’t for me.

I enjoyed the book but it was very predictable.
I knew what to expect from the beginning... I was hoping for something different. I wanted chaos, but it was all very laid out.
It also because very boring to constantly be reminded of Tamsyn feeling like she didn't belong. She kept bring it up and I kept wanting to scream "WE KNOW!"
I will say I enjoyed the dragons being humans and learning more about their magic.
But again, it lacked depth and the characters were all predictable. And it needed more world building.

The storyline of A Scar in the Bone is genuinely compelling and an intriguing world filled with dragons, danger, and secrets. The concept itself is what initially pulled me in. it had all the ingredients of a fantasy hit. Unfortunately, while the idea is strong, the execution left more to be desired.

I’m still not entirely sure if it was the jarring one-year time gap between events or simply Sophie Jordan’s writing style that didn’t click with me, but something about the pacing and emotional depth just felt off. Characters didn’t grow in a way that stuck with me, and despite some solid plot points, the story never quite hit the highs I was hoping for.

That said, it’s definitely not a bad read. it’s entertaining enough and worth checking out, especially if you’re already a fan of Jordan’s work. But for me, it’s not something I’d go out of my way to recommend to friends. The book also leans on the tamer side when it comes to spice. I’d rate it around a 2. so if you’re looking for high heat, this one might fall short.

Still, if dragons are your thing and you enjoy Sophie Jordan’s writing, definitely give this series a try. you might find the magic I was missing.

Unfortunately this was a huge miss for me. I'm really sad about it because I enjoyed book 1 a lot (I think I rated it 4 stars) and thought I'd love this one just as much, if not more. Possible spoilers ahead, so please skip if you intend to read this. I don't understand the decision behind Fell not entering the story before 70% in. Not only that, but a huge chunk of what happens in the first half of the book just seemed like filler. Also, the fact that Fell's twin brother wanted Tamsyn to be a breeder, along with many other moments that involved him really turned me off from the story. I will give some credit to the author though because Stig is a great villain and there's also decent character development with Tamsyn as well. I just don't get the point of some things that happened, nor do I have any idea what will happen next? If there will be a 3rd book, I'm not sure that I'll read it. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.

I loved getting to visit Penterra again, especially Tamsyn and Fell, characters that I fell in love with in the first book. I wanted to love this book like I did the first one, but I couldn’t. I couldn’t really get into the story, it didn’t pull me in like I was expecting. The storyline just wasn’t at the same amazing level as the first book. Not as much happened and because of that it felt like some of it was dragged out for too long.

Need more!!! I loved how the mfc Tamsyn grew into and found herself in this story. She is dragon she is human and she is free. No longer the whipping girl and her mate lost she struggles to find a place to call home in the pride as she comes to terms with what it means to be dragon while she gains feelings for her mates brother. But one decision leads her down a path where she discovers what it means to truly be free and have a choice in the life she wants to live.

I'm left with some really big unhappy feelings upon finishing this book. I don't understand the point of it? It felt like nothing really happened? Like maybe the first book could have been a little longer instead of dragging it out for another book and adding the drama of another male love interest? I was expecting a continuation of Tamsyn and Fell's love story as they tackle the chaos of this world together and was dreadfully disappointed. I'm so confused because I LOVED A Fire in the Sky, but the majority of this book felt like the purpose was for her to develop feelings for Fell's brother which gave me the ick. I don't mind the time jump in the beginning, but I figured we'd eventually see a first-hand flashback of what happened, and we just didn't get it. I wanted more on Fell's disappearance - and just more Fell in general. The most interesting part about this book was the epilogue, which left enough of a mystery for additional books in the future. A little heartbroken over this one, but still grateful, nonetheless, for the opportunity to read and review this book. Thanks Netgalley for the e-ARC!

Thank you Avon and Harper Voyage and NetGalley for this arc.

This is a sequel so I don’t want to say too much so I don’t give any spoilers away! I will say Sophie created an amazing cast of characters and an amazing world!

i love sophie jordannnnn!! she writes dragons so well, and i am so so so so thankful i had the opportunity to read this early!!! i cannot wait for more of this series

3.5 stars

I was so excited for this sequel because the first book was one of my favorite reads of 2024. While I enjoyed being back in the world, I think it just fell flat to me. The writing felt so different from her other books. There was a lot of repetition of ideas within a couple paragraphs.

The storyline was also not my favorite. It was basically the cheating trope with a romantasy twist. There was a lot of build up for a conclusion that took about 15 pages to clear up at the end which felt super anticlimactic.

I felt like this book was lacking. The potential was there, right within grasp. The story arc’ed but it was slow and then blazing fast and felt so unfulfilling.

Tamsyn never really explored or opened our perspective of the dragon pride life. We were all in the dark about the world. Was it a lack of knowledge on her part or a lack of exploration/explanation by the author?

My really bothersome part was the whole relationship/non relationship between Tamsyn, Fell and his brother Vetr. The betrayal of Vetr wasn’t that shocking. He was pushing really hard from the beginning for Tamsyn to forget Fell. Also Tamsyn was quick to accept his “death”? Like girl, if you love this man and you still feel the bond, why would you just accept someone’s word for it? You don’t even know his brother! The manipulation and AUDACITY of Vetr swooping in on his brother’s girl and using their identical looks to lure her in!!!

The ending felt so rushed. I felt like the day that Fell and Tamsyn reunited lasted 5 minutes and the next thing I know they’re storming back to the human world and Stig is dead. I just felt like it wasn’t meaningful or heartfelt. It was a let down. It definitely could have been delivered better.

I won’t say that I hated the book because I didn’t have to force myself to finish it. I actually liked it. I just wish it would have given me the same feels as the first one.

*I received the ebook as an ARC read from the publisher*

The books in this series are very middle of the pack. They don’t have a strong plot or character development but they’re entertaining. If you want a surface level romantasy that is more fast paced, these would be for you. If you’re looking for strong character development and rich world building, maybe pick up something else.

This series has a lot of potential. I love the idea of shapeshifting dragons. But it was so rushed it fell flat. I also felt like the main love story in this series feels forced. I know nothing really about Fell and feel like Tamsyn doesn’t either? Which was believable in book 1, but very much not in book 2.

I just finished A Scar in the Bone and honestly, I’m so sad it’s over. I read it way too fast and now I’m stuck waiting for the next one! As soon as I got the ARC notification from NetGalley, I jumped right in—but quickly realized I needed a refresher on A Fire in the Sky. I’m really glad I went back and listened to the audiobook this time—it was amazing and helped me catch so many details I missed the first time around.

Since book one had a lot of world-building, this one picks up right where we left off. It’s about a year later, and Tamsyn has grown so much—she’s really coming into her own as both a dragon and a human, balancing both parts of her identity. There are tons of twists and turns, and I never quite knew where things were heading, which kept me totally hooked.

There were so many emotions while reading this. I got a little nervous when I saw the epilogue, but thankfully Sophie Jordan gave just enough resolution to feel satisfying—while still leaving enough open to hope (and pray) there’s more coming.

Now I’ll be not-so-patiently waiting for the next book. And seriously—preorder this one if you haven’t already. The hardcovers are gorgeous!

Sophie Jordan, you cannot lose a main character for 75% of the book and then expect us to care in the end. A Scar in the Bone dragged with a sluggish pace, making it difficult to stay invested, and by the time the missing character resurfaced, any emotional weight had long since evaporated. The story felt hollow, lacking the tension and engagement needed to sustain interest. While Jordan's writing has its moments, the structure of this novel ultimately made it frustrating rather than compelling.

Great book! I was hooked from the beginning of the book. Such a great plot and characters. Thank you to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this e-arc.

Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Since this is a sequel I won't say much. I really enjoyed getting to learn more about the dragon lore and so much of the backstory underlying book !. Sophie has really built such an intriguing world and I am desperate to see what comes next.

Ever since I finished Sophie Jordan's A Fire in the Sky, I couldn't wait to get my hands on the next book in the series, so I was extra delighted to get an ARC of A Scar in the Bone.

This next book takes place a year after the events of the first book, which is honestly a bit disorienting. I actually had to go back and reread the last chapter of A Fire in the Sky to see if I had misremembered how it ended. In that book we left off with Tamsyn married and in love with Fell, The Beast of the Borderlands. The very last thing that occurs is his heretofore unknown identical twin brother, Vetr walking in on them,

in A Scar in the Bone, Tamsyn is now part of the dragon pride led by Vetr, and Fell is apparently no more. Sophie Jordan handles the time jump well, clueing us in slowly but surely on the circumstances that brought about the tragedy of Fell's absence from Tamsyn's life, and how she has been coping since then. In a word, poorly. She is haunted by the loss of Fell, confused by a slow growing attraction to Vetr, and desperate to learn to control her dragon essence. Add in a horrific encounter with her estranged friend Stig, and you have quite the maelstrom of emotions, inciting a whole host of conflict.

Sophie Jordan knows how to write a book you don't want to put down, and this book is no exception. Although set in a fantasy realm, there are timely ruminations on tolerance, misogyny, fascism, and self determination. My only quibble is that the ending felt a little rushed. I would have happily spent a longer time in this land of humans and dragons, where it is hard to tell who is the more monstrous.