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Knight of the Goddess

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"Knight of the Goddess" by Briar Boleyn concludes the captivating "Blood of a Fae" series with a masterful blend of fantasy and romance. This final installment carries Morgan Le Fay and Draven into the throes of a newly-brewed conflict, threading their enduring love through trials that test not just their strength, but the depth of their bond. Boleyn skillfully interweaves elements of Arthurian legend with original magical lore, elevating the tale to more than just a story of good versus evil. The quest to destroy the grail, sword, and spear adds a thrilling layer of adventure, igniting a sense of urgency as the protagonists unravel ancient mysteries. The narrative’s poetic undertones, such as "Blood calls to blood, the dark shall rise, Forged by the gods under sacred skies," enrich the saga’s epic feel. This book is a testament to the power of love transcending mere lifetimes, positing it as something nearly divine—an enthralling conclusion to a beloved series.

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Emotional damage…

I was not emotionally prepared for the fourth installment to the Blood of a Fae series, “Knight of the Goddess”.

🥀 Found family
🥀 Heartbreak
🥀 Redemption
🥀 Second Chance

My heart was broken for nearly every chapter and I had to remind myself to breathe. This was intense.

Blood isn’t always thicker than water. Sometimes, the best family are the ones we’re not even related to. For Morgan, family definitely goes beyond blood.

I found myself hoping that certain things weren’t true for Morgan, and I cried when the moment called for it. She really grew into her role as a leader, not a ruler.

Morgan and Draven’s love may be eternal, but he is still my book boyfriend. I dare anyone to challenge that.

Special thanks to #NetGalley and #StarwaterPress for this ARC by #BriarBoleyn.

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This is the fourth and final book and definitely a fitting ending to the Blood of Fae series. Briar Boleyn very effectively wrapped up many storylines, introduced us to Medra’s very complex personality, furthered the intense bond and love story between Morgan and Draven, gave us more insight into the secondary characters, took us through epic battle scenes and offered a very satisfying conclusion to the entire series.

Briar effectively pulls on your heart strings and takes you on a gamut of emotions from compassion, exhilaration, fear, anger, shock, disgust, satisfaction and humour. I was very surprised at some parts of the story, felt the injustice at others, enjoyed the tender moments and cried at the heartbreaking ones. Overall this was a very satisfying read.

Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this series.

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Such a stellar conclusion to the Blood of a Fae series!!! Morgan's growth as a character was so phenomenally written. The chemistry with Draven was hypnotic. I am going to miss these characters and this world so much! This will be a series that I find myself re-reading for comfort. Thank you Netgalley!!

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

What a thrilling end to the series!

Morgan, Draven and their friends went through so much to get to their final destination.
All the loss and death that happened in this book was really emotional.
And OMG!! Medra 😪 such a brave soul.
I would have loved for this series to have a happier ending but the one it had was truly amazing.
I want to know more about Morgan and Draven and I’m wondering how long until Kaye takes over the duties of the throne.

Highly recommend this series to anyone

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Absolutely loved the world building and the characters! I really loved the mixture of myth and legend with a twist! Such a fitting end to the series. Will definitely have to reread them now!

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Briar!! ma'am! how were you able to do this again?! and WHY isnt this series blown up?? Your fans will do their part, I promise!
The characters, world building..allllll of it! We want more!!

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Knight of the Goddess (Blood of a Fae book 4) by Briar Boleyn is an enemies to lovers, fantasy novel. I guess they say all great things must come to an end right. This book did not hold back on the emotions. I spent the majority of the book going through the whole range of emotions. I adore the characters and the continued growth and development that they go through. The plot is interesting and exciting all while being centered in a beautiful world.

Morgan and Draven continue on the path of trying to defeat her father. At the same time their love continues to grow and develop. They bear a lot of responsibilities now and carry a lot of weight on their shoulders.

What an incredible finish to the series. There were tears but also happiness. I am so glad I got pulled into this world and enjoyed it all.

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Beware the dread curse of Three...
The sword, the spear, the grail’s mystery…

This last book in the Blood of the Fae series is spectacular! What a fantastic end to an amazing journey. This book was an emotional roller-coaster that answered the mysteries set up in the other books, although it broke my heart in the process!
I really enjoyed the introduction of the third point of view in this book, which made it stand out from the other books.
Overall, what I have loved with this entire series is how each book is truly original. They aren't standalone books and there is a linear progression of the story, but each book introduces new characters and elements, changing the story from what we might have expected at the conclusion of the previous book.
Thank you to Netgalley and Starwater Press for proving me with a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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This is the final book in the series and honestly, I did not want the story to end. I couldn't imagine a world without Morgan, Draven, the Exmoors and everyone else in their circle.

"There is darkness in all of our souls. But there is also light. Just because the darkness threatens doesn't mean the light won't win out in the end."

The author makes realistic, though heart-breaking, decisions when it comes to character deaths which play important roles in the plot advancement as well as development of the central characters. Their grief, trauma, heart-break, love for one another all drive their actions as well as the need to save the people of Camelot and it's neighboring places.

This book sets the stage for Morgan's final quest to destroy the grail, the sword and the spear through which she discovers truths not only about herself, but her family and her origins. As she moves to confront this truth, it's a race against time to save the people she loves. The finale though slightly predictable, is very well executed and provides the much needed closure to this beautiful series!

We all need the kind of love Morgan and Draven have. This can be felt from this one quote: "Be everything you truly are. That's all I'll ever ask of you, my silver one."

With this concludes my journey through Blood of a Fae, a series that I highly recommend for fans of retellings of legends with magic, romance and adventure all wrapped up in one!

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Title: Knight of the Goddess
Author: Briar Boleyn
Genre: Fantasy romance
Media: ebook
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Themes: retelling, family, murder, assault

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Short summary - In the aftermath of the previous book there is a calm before the last storm - Morgan’s father. Morgan and Draven set out to destroy the three objects of power - the grail, the sword, and the spear.

Wow, if this is the end of this series then the author did amazing. If it is, I do wish that there were more parts but everything was tied together beautifully.

All of the deaths in this book were heartbreaking but I’m so glad that some good things did come out of it. This book was magical and I absolutely want my own exmoor!

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Thank you Netgalley for an ecopy for review.

Morgan has assisted in bringing the end of the war to her home people and those she loves there. However, it is uncovered that there are more pressing issues they need to work to resolve. There is an evil that is closing in. Morgan, Kairos, and other friends will move to meet it head-on to save the world. It does start slow, but does pick up. There are some losses that are heartbreaking, but the finality of this story/series brings together the friends and lovers to closer relationships. This book is great for new adults and finalizes the series, closing all loops and answers all questions leaving nothing untied. Overall, good job with this series!

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What a fantastic series this was and I’m sad to see it come to end. I ate this series up and truly enjoyed the story and characters. Yes, there was some very evil people, committing evil deeds but I believe the story would have been lacking without. This ending had parts that made me sad but it was great to see it all wrapped up. It did feel abrupt in regards to the end conflict but that’s ok. I want to say so much more but I don’t want to reveal any spoilers. What’s not a spoiler is Morgan’s bio dad really sucks!! And Draven is the absolute best, he had a rocky start though lol. I believe this is a series I would definitely read again. I also will be keeping an eye out for Briar Boleyn books :)
Thank you to Netgalley for letting me read this ARC.

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The Blood of Fae series by Briar Boleyn Author is EVERYTHING!
I have come across very few authors that write well enough that I am actually devastated when something happens to a character but Briar Boleyn had me wanting to throw my kindle and rage! This series held me captive from the very first chapter until the end!!! She has definitely become an auto-buy author!

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Fabulous series, hard to comment without spoilers but it was such a rollercoaster. I hope to read futures publications!

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I was eagerly awaiting the fourth book in the ‘Blood of a Fae’ series and it did not disappoint. It wrapped things up nicely, and wasn’t just fan service. All of Morgan’s past gets connected so you can feel a sense of closure. There were a few unexpected turns that were heartbreaking (I grew attached).

Morgan meeting her father was everything.

I want a battle cat of my own now.

Thank you NetGalley and Starwater Press for providing me with this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

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The first book was the only one I liked in this series. Honestly, this series could be a duology, dont know why there had to be 4 of them...
Also "dark fantasy romance" seems to be pushing it a bit

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Great follow up, it was romantic, sad, sexy,suspenseful and left me rooting for happiness for Morgan.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5

Morgan, Draven and the gang are on the road again with the goal of destroying powerful, magical objects and searching for the gods themselves.

This book has upped the stakes for our bffs, and not all will survive (😭) But luckily that doesn't stop Morgan and Draven from finding some alone time in their tents (if ya know what I mean 😉😉

✨ Shadow Daddy 🖤
✨ Multiple POVs
✨ Found family
✨ Bonded mates 💞
✨ Magic 💫
✨ Roadtrip 🐎
✨ Completed series
✨ HEA ❤️

What an ending to a great series! This final book was jammed packed with action, heartbreak, devastation and love.

I'm sad to see these characters go, but can't wait to see what the author has cooked up for her next series!

* Thank you to NetGalley and the author for my eARC in exchange for my honest review *

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This is a captivating fantasy novel that transports readers to a realm of ancient legends, powerful magic, and epic battles. Centered around the beloved characters of Morgan Le Fay and Draven, the story delves into a thrilling quest that tests their bond and the fate of Camelot. From the outset, the novel establishes a foreboding atmosphere with the ominous curse of Three looming over the land. As an ancient evil awakens, Morgan and Draven must embark on a perilous journey to confront its growing power. The stakes are high, and the consequences of failure are unimaginable. Boleyn's writing is both evocative and immersive, painting a vivid tapestry of the Arthurian world. The characters are well-developed and relatable, each with their own unique motivations and struggles. Morgan, a powerful sorceress, is both fierce and vulnerable, while Draven, a skilled knight, is loyal and compassionate. Together, they form an unbreakable bond that is tested to its limits.
The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the eternal nature of the human spirit. Morgan and Draven's love is a force that transcends time and adversity, proving that even in the face of darkness, hope and redemption can prevail. Boleyn's inclusion of Arthurian lore and mythology adds depth and authenticity to the story. She weaves ancient legends into the tapestry of her own creation, creating a rich and believable world. I highly recommend this book to fans of epic fantasy, stories of love, courage, and destiny.

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