Truthfully I DNFed this book. It had a strong start but I was struggle to be engaged when the obvious endgame is for the MCs to be together and rule over the kingdom and get each chapter is about them fighting that. It got repetitive and boring. I don’t post negative reviews in my socials.

Black Game of Thrones 🐉🔥⚔️

Tropes:
Enemies to lovers
Banter
Kingdoms at war
He likes control
She doesn’t want to give it.
A Fae with Grills, never saw it coming.

Thank you NetGalley for this Arc. Oh how I love a book that gets straight to the plot. Chapter one world building
Chapter two.. we in bed building to a delicious climax if you know what I mean. The characters development and world building is done so well. This is a must read.

Pleasantly surprised that this stand-alone book actually felt so complete! Nia does a great job at making sure the readers understand the world and magic in this book as well as the history of the kingdoms and why the characters start out as enemies. This was such a page turner with each chapter more intense than the last fully sucking you into the story. The characters had depth and great development as the story progressed. We have a strong-willed badass female main character that acknowledges and is aware of her flaws Same came be said for our male mc that has such a complex background. The romance is swoon worthy and there is a whole lot of spice! If you love the genre blend of romance and fantasy I highly recommend this stand alone! N.E. Davenport has yet to disappoint!

Kadeehsa and mf MALACHIIII 😮‍💨 If you’re looking for two Black, bad ssa main characters, you’re in the right place! These two are forces to NOT be played with on their own, but together?! Imma just say Rishaud FAFO’d, OKAYYYYY!

This was an EASY 4.75 read and already top contender for my favorite fantasy book of the year! The world building? Top mf notch. The characters? Perf. The onlyyyyyy thing I took.25 for was the ending felt a liittttle rushed. I wanted more of the immediate aftermath of the battle and maybe a lil time jump to after she had the baby. I think that would’ve wrapped it up nice, but who knowsssss? Maybe we’ll get a part 2 👀🤭

⭐️⭐️⭐️½

This book came highly recommended to me by a friend. Even though I don't read a lot of romantasy because I usually don't like them, I enjoyed this one. It had a strong heroine and good action. The sex scenes in this one were blazing hot!

There were parts where I thought the story dragged a bit. I know with fantasy books, the writer has to build the world. There was a lot to digest and I am not sure all of it was necessary. The internal dialogue was a bit much at some parts, too.

Overall, I liked this one but I didn't love it. I think maybe I wasn't the audience for this story.

Steam level: 🔥🔥🔥🔥

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced e-arc of this book!

There were many elements I enjoyed about this story, such as the creatures and world, and the characters that look like me. It was entertaining and spicy and a pretty decent adult romantasy, however I think it is a little trope heavy. I had a good time but found certain plot points around the prophecy to be a bit predictable. I also am not a fan of the pregnancy trope at all.

Overall I believe fans of romantasy that’s darker and spicier will ultimately really enjoy this story; standalones are kind of rare it seems and I liked that this was one.

Oh, N.E. Davenport - I was not familiar with the amazingness of your pen. I was instantly pulled into the story from the first chapter. For once, I think I liked every character, even some of the villains because there weren't any last minute personality shifts.

The plot felt solid and the character development between our MCs was blazing. I enjoyed watching them bicker and plot each other's demise and then totally lose themselves in the others arms. I honestly can't even say Malachi fell first, I feel like they both were in deep, but he was less afraid of admitting it. Kadeesha had way more at stake.

I'm so happy to read a stand alone novel that encompassed great writing, world building, and good characterization. While I do wish we could've gotten more backstory/interactions with the cadre and Nkitas, the lack of it didn't make them seem less three dimensional. The spicy scenes were actually spicy and it was nice to see spice written less cringe. (We don't need random names for peoples appendages). Kadeesha and Malachi felt like actual adults doing adult things versus adults sounding and communicating as if they're in their early teens. From the bottom of my very being, thank you so much for not overusing the words "mate" or "fated mates" to describe the pairing between the two. Actually, I don't think they were used at all in this story. Instant 5 stars.

Thanks so much to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC. I'm a new fan of N.E. Davenport and am now off to read The Blood Trials.

I love to see a stand alone book that can stand up on its own two feet! Series have been the mainstream finds lately and it’s refreshing to find an author who can deliver cover-to-cover in one right hook.

I did feel some of the dialogue was repetitive and third person isn’t my first choice, which were the only reasons it’s not a five star for me.

Politics and storyline were easy to follow, writing was descriptive and immersive, and of course we can’t forget to mention how easy it is to devour a dark, delicious enemy we eventually call lover.

Thank you NetGalley and Avon/Harper Voyager for the ARC. This review was my own opinion.

4.5 out of 5 stars

Tropes:
-enemies to lovers
-shadow daddy
-touch her and die
-morally grey

Our Vicious Oaths is a romantasy centered around our 2 fae MCs and their POVs. Kadeesha is our strong princess who is out to prove herself. Malachi is our "smoldering" morally grey and ambitious prince. The world building centered around the fae is extensive and really helps bring the story to life. This felt like a true enemies to lovers trope, where 2 powerful MCs fully intend to unalive the other. Lots of scheming, plotting, and fae court politics. The book was written in such a way that it felt balanced so that the politics weren't overwhelming/mind numbing and easy to follow.

And of course....we can't leave out the spice! It's all in the details and the spice in this book does not disappoint, to say the least.

There were some points in which the dialogue felt repetitive, like the same thing was being said twice but with different words, which is what didn’t make it a 5 star read for me. Otherwise, I really loved the character development of both of our MCs. The dual POV was executed well, loved seeing the changes in their thoughts as the story progressed.

Sidenote, at first I thought this was a duology because this is one of those books where a lot of things start happening towards the end, but it is a standalone (with an epilogue) and I did like the ending :). I highly recommend picking this one up if you’re a romantasy fan!

Thank you to Avon/Harper Voyager and Netgalley for this advanced reader copy!

Around of applause for the beautiful piece of literature. It’s been awhile since I read romanstasy and I am obsessed. The storyline is written so well, that I feel like I was in the book.

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I absolutely loved this book. The writing immediately pulled me in and didn’t let go—I didn’t even pick up another book while reading this (which never happens for me). N.E. Davenport’s storytelling is immersive and sharp, with just the right balance of character-driven emotion and high-stakes tension.

Kadeesha is a strong, determined fae princess who spends a good chunk of the story wrestling with herself, and I loved watching her arc unfold. Malachi is the perfect complement—strong, steady, morally grey darkness, and not here to dim her light but match it. I especially appreciated that Kadeesha wasn’t some helpless captive. She uses her power, her wit, and her bargains to get what she needs, and their connection is built on those clever oaths and hard-earned trust.

This one’s perfect for readers who love fated mates, “touch her and die” vibes, found family, and fae court politics. Yes, it’s got some serious spice, but the plot never takes a back seat. Everything felt balanced and purposeful, and it was a perfect romantasy!

To say this is one of the best books I’ve read to to date would be an understatement! From beginning to end, I was so engrossed in this story, the characters, and the world building! I was so excited to receive ARC from NE Davenport, she writes fantasy like no one else! If you’re into fantasy (or maybe you’re trying to get into it and don’t know where to start), especially black fantasy with black characters you need to read this book as soon as possible, it will rock your world for sure.

One of my favorite aspects of a Romantasy novel is definitely witty/sexy banter between the two main characters, and you definitely get plenty of that with the story! It also touches on so many different aspects/topics while also staying true to its fantasy elements. We’ve got powerful women, political turmoil and a magic system that’s isn’t overly complicated to grasp (I think that makes it a lot simpler for people who are just getting their feet wet with the fantasy genre as a whole).

I really really wish I could read more of this, I’d really took my time reading it because I never wanted to end because I loved it so much ! Exciting fight scenes, enemies to lovers and toxic romance all wrapped into one! All of my favorite tropes💜

(Maybe if we beg enough NE Davenport will consider giving us a sequel👀)

5⭐️

Loveddddd the characters in this novel, I loved the way the author created this world and the court politics and the characters so bad, This had me from beginning to end and I loved the balance of romance and sex to the world building. It leans more towards the romance, but that's the balance that I love, so if you do too, you'd love this. Definitely one you should pick up this fall! Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC.

I finished Our Vicious Oaths and needed time to processsssssssssss, so i'm writing my review now because the amazing Nia slapped me, shook me, froze me, and left me wanting more with this book. Like Gat damnnnnnn what a bookkkkk. I was left flabbergasted and sooooo soooo proud of what Nia created. The worldbuilding, plot and the fudging hot spice romance like omgggggggggggggggggggggggg. She took the genre and just ate it. It's sooooooooo good and unapologetic. Geez the banter was to die for too. I'm still not okay. This isn't a book you want to miss. It is going to be right up there with the big romantasies out there, don't say i didn't tell you. I can’t wait to get my own copy and also audiobook. Thank you Netgalley for the Arc, i thoroughly loved this book.

I was so excited to dive into this one—and it did not disappoint. The story was truly one of a kind, and I found myself completely wrapped up in the world and these characters. I didn’t want it to end. I needed more Malachi and Kadeesha!

If you’re a romantasy reader looking for an incredibly well-written standalone with the perfect blend of political intrigue, a strong FMC, immersive world-building, character growth, and a whole lot of spice—make sure this is on your radar. Grab it when it drops in October!

This was everything I had been looking for. A standalone romantasy story that centered black characters. I cannot wait to add this to my physical collection.

This story did not disappoint in any way! As someone who is getting back into fantasy this was the perfect entryway back into the genre.

N. E. did an amazing job with the world building and when it came to the dialogue I would at times laugh because these characters were funny. There chemistry was off the charts!

There were plot twist that I honestly didn’t see happening and the story flowed effortlessly. I am sad that it’s a standalone. However it is on my tops reads for the year and cannot wait to purchase a physical copy!

Thank you to Harper Voyager/Avon and NetGalley for the ARC. All reactions and opinions are of my own based on my experience.

I enjoyed this book! It was nice to read a romance fantasy that had a strong black female character. There was a good mix of spice and plot in the storyline. The character descriptions and thoughts were detailed and really painted the picture of what they were feeling in the moment. Overall I would give this book 5 stars!

Kadeesha is about to enter into an arranged marriage. One last night of freedom leads to a disastrous ceremony. Claiming she betrayed him, her bethrothed kills her father in retaliation. But then Malachi, the mysterious man from the night before attacks. Malachi steals Kadeesha away to his court, hoping her bethrothed will come for her. All she has to do is play along. But Kadeesha has plans of her own.

Read if you like:
-Dark Romantasy
-Enemies to Lovers
-Bargains
-I'll Seduce Them to Destroy Them
-Dragon Riders
-Shadow Daddies
-Revenge

Our Vicious Oath was the perfectly dark, decadent, and delicious. I really Kadeesha's character. Equal parts badass and stubborn, I loved how she never gave Malachi an inch. Their bargain had them both balancing on a knife's edge. They slowly moved from at each other's throat, to reluctant allies, to refusing to admit they had feelings. I really hope this will be a series, because I'm not ready to leave this world yet.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Voyager for the ARC.

First off can I give a big HOOT to the fact that this is a STAND ALONE story?! I am finding less and less stand alone books out there and some times I need one book to scratch that itch without getting into a multi-book commitment.

If you like a fast burn, this one is for you.
I, personally, like a more slow burn, angsty type story especially with an enemies to lovers plot. However, this one didn't bother me as much as others where it's insta-attraction/love. This one had enough pushing and pulling to make the story feel authentic.

The spice was SPICY and I do love a story where the FMC is strong in her sexuality and knows what she wants and how to get it.

Now, to get to the story itself ....
The story, plot and world building were well thought out. I do wish we could have explored more of the players in the book but with a one book story I understand why that wasn't needed.

I did kind of see the 'twist' of the plot play out as it did which is a little disappointing as I feel as though it made things a little predictable. But it kind of was the whole point of the story, right?

All in all I'm happy to have had the opportunity to read this. I loved the representation in this book from the author. I do find the fantasy/romantasy world to be lacking diversity so it was refreshing reading characters that didn't fit every other character mold.

If you are looking for a one book stand alone with a good story behind it pick this one up for sure.

This is my honest review in exchange for a free copy of this book.