This is a different retelling of the story of Apollo and Hyacinth. I found it interesting, to say the least. The story is intriguing and very engaging if you are into Greek myths. Apollo, Temi, and the rest of the Gods are so full of personality that you are waiting for lightning bolts to fly (from Zeus). There are some choppy spots but it does all come together. I did enjoy the plot twists thrown into the story because you had no clue they were coming. It is a story written for the young adults but all ages may enjoy this. I recommend it.
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This is a forbidden romance that pulled me in from the very first page. This book explores what happens when a mortal and a demigod fall in love. Apollo comes across as arrogant at first but as he begins to fall in love he changes for the better and becomes this amazing god that you can’t help but love. The two start out at each other’s throats but that changes as they spend more time together and truly get to know each other. They face so many challenges along the way because they truly come from two different worlds. There’s action, romance, adventure, and incredible mythology all wrapped up in one book. I absolutely loved it and I cannot wait to read the second book in this series. This is one book you are definitely not going to want to miss.
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This was a great read! I’m so glad I took a chance on this book and picked it up. The cover is gorgeous and the blurb just sealed my decision in reading it. I’ve seen a few reviews with complaints on the language being modern, and while it is it didn’t really bother me. I consider it being a creative right of sort. This was a really enjoyable story, and I absolutely can not wait to read the next installment. I loved the prose in this novel, everything was so beautifully written and described I became lost within the pages. Kudos to this author for writing a very entertaining novel!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2022-04-28 08:00:062022-04-28 08:00:06A Veil of Gods and Kings (Apollo Ascending Book 1) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Rachel Moss
I love this book so much. I need more stars!! Greek mythology is one of my favorite things to read. Apollo usually isn’t my favorite to read about, but this retelling was spun just differently enough. I really enjoyed this and I can’t wait for book two!!
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This is the first book that I’ve read from the author and i was not disappointed. This book was everything that I could ever imagine. I was not able to put this book away and I literally read it all in one sitting. The prince and apollo were enemies and as the story goes on you see a character development in both. I could feel every emotion the characters were feeling and expression. The author had taken me into her world and i was able to experience everything the characters were experiencing and see everything they could. I was on the edge of my sit the entire time and I cannot wait to read the second book. I’m a big fan of mythology and i love reading anything that involves it. I highly recommend it to anyone who is a fan of Apollo and is also into LGBTQ romance stories.
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A Veil of Gods and Kings is the first book in the Apollo Ascending series. It’s a mythology-inspired romance with plenty going on story-wise! Apollo has been living amongst humans, including his mortal sister Temi. He’s not keen on ascending to his position as sun god, which would mean he could no longer spend as much time with humans. Growing impatient, Zeus sends him to live with Prince Hyacinth, whose obedience to his father makes him a great role model. Unfortunately, Apollo and Hyacinth have an established dislike of each other which makes it very, very difficult for them to work together. Or for Apollo to be even vaguely polite. I particularly like the friendship between Temi and Epiphany, Hyacinth’s sister. As well as chapters from Apollo and Hyacinth’s POV, we get chapters from Epiphany’s perspective. Like Apollo, she is reluctant to follow the path that is expected of her – in Epiphany’s case, to get married and leave the place she calls home. The author includes content warnings at the start of the book. I think this would be included in the preview, so I won’t repeat them here as they are a bit spoilery. This book gets five stars from me! An enjoyable queer romance with a fun Ancient Greek setting.
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This book intrigued me from the moment I read the description and I just knew I had to see what it was about. As soon as I started reading the story I was instantly hooked. The story itself was interesting and imaginative. The Greek gods are a Well known trope and I thought the author tackled them in a different way. But for me this story was all about the characters. They were unique and really well thought out. There was depth to them and they each added to the story in their own way. This was a great book and I think a strong start to a new series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2022-04-28 07:37:532022-04-28 07:37:53A Veil of Gods and Kings (Apollo Ascending Book 1) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Kerry Baker
The Author, Nicole Bailey, wrote an excellent enemy to lover trope romance. Such a great perspective of the tragic mythologic tale of Apollo & Hyacinth. There is such a range of emotions put into the book, from laughter to absolutely crying; the author gave the readers an emotional but not overwhelming insight into the lives of Hyacinth, Apollo, Epiphany, and Temi. Throughout the book, Apollo, the half-deity and soon to be Sun God, is struggling with ascending into becoming a full High-God. Hyacinth, the prince, is also struggling with what is to come of his future, becoming King. Both of these characters believe the other to be arrogant, conceited, and self-absorbed. The two men are surprised to find out that they aren’t that different at all, and actually both use the personas of being arrogant to hide their true selves.
I found this book to be very captivating and I couldn’t put it down, finished in one day! It is adventurous and easy to read. The story is told through different points of views, being of Apollo, Hyacinth, and Epiphany; I was a little disappointed to not have Temi’s point of view shown like the other characters. All of the characters were easy to fall in love with, and even with obstacles the story was beautifully shaped to give you a magnificent flow. I definitely will be waiting for the second book of this series once it is released!
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This is the first book I have read by Nicole Baily, and I have to say it was not what I was expecting. I am not familiar with the original story of Apollo and Prince Hyacinth, so I believe that it made this reading a little easier for me to enjoy the story. Since reading this book I have had to look up the original story so I can see where the author got her inspiration. The writing and character development was great. I liked the fact that she changed the point of view throughout the story. It gives the reader a chance to learn about the main characters. The cover really jumped out at me, while not giving way any of the story. I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series to see what happens next.
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I must say this was a very delightful read! As a big fan of Greek mythology, I am always happy to read a retelling on a classic story. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I picked up this read, but I quickly got into it and fell in love with the characters.
Without giving out too many spoilers, the story follows Apollo on his reluctant journey to god hood. In this story the gods have to “ascend” to be full fledged gods with titles, which I thought was particularly clever, however Apollo makes it very clear from the beginning that he isn’t looking forward to becoming the Sun god that we all know, and is doing his very best to delay this, which in turn pisses off Zeus to no end. Standing beside and encouraging Apollo as he deals with his “punishment”, is his sister Temi who loves and adores Apollo and wants him to be the very best that he can be. Temi is very much my favorite, I’m sure you will see why very quickly. Besides the siblings, there are some other very loveable characters that get their own pov, and will have you falling for them.
Nicole Bailey writes the story in a refreshingly modern way, that I really appreciated because it makes the story flow from beginning to end. She has managed to give Apollo a more balanced personality, I say this because she manages to make him ,not just the egotistical and arrogant god that he is mostly know for, but also as a very benevolent and kind hearted individual with a lot more depth than we have ever seen of him.
I would also love to praise the author on her ability to write such a sexually fluid character. If you weren’t aware this book contains lqbtq+ romance, and reading it felt as natural as reading any other romance, and I am here for it!! All in all this was an amazing read for me and I would suggest it to anyone who loves Greek mythology, or if you just love reading a soft romance with a bit of rebellion added to the mix!
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I enjoyed this fantasy story. This is a new author for me which I look forward to seeing what is next. This is a well written story where the author used their writing skills as well as their attention to details to bring the story to life. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the beginning. It has great world building which made the story entertaining to read. The characters are creative, unique and connectable. I also enjoyed how they were supportive of each other. They had great growth throughout which made the story easy to read. A story that has a little bit of everything in it from romance to a prince with secrets. You don’t want to miss what happens with these characters. I really enjoyed this book and the growth of the plot. I highly recommend this book.
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Nicole Bailey wove together a beautifully crafted new telling of the Greek myth story of Apollo as a demigod who is trying everything he can to avoid ascending into the god he is fated to become, and Prince Hyacinth who is trying to manage a kingdom during his father’s time away.
This book was so much more than just a romance story. There is also emphasis on friendships, trust, compassion and rectitude. All of the main characters, and the world they live in, are crafted together with such detailed descriptions that it allows you to visualize the story clearly in your mind as you read along. My heartstrings were tugged at many times while reading this novel. I loved “watching” all the different friendships grow among the characters. I also enjoyed getting to view things from each of the main characters perspectives, and I found them all to be very likable and interesting. I absolutely loved this book. It exceeded all my expectations. I am impatiently awaiting more!
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Apollo, the half-deity, struggles to let go of his humanity to take the throne among his father, Zeus, and his godly siblings, at Olympus. He has contempt for most of the gods, feeling they misuse their power and lack compassion for the plight of humans. While Zeus loses patience with Apollo, who has dragged his feet on ascending to become the god Zeus expects him to be, he gives him little choice in the matter by threatening those he loves if he doesn’t ascend within the year; in the meantime, he expects him to mentor under Prince Hyacinth, whom Zeus believes to be the best example for Apollo to learn obedience from one’s father.
Apollo sets out with his sister, Artemis, for the kingdom whose prince Apollo finds to be arrogant and conceited. Hyacinth seems to be of the same opinion of Apollo, but is careful in handling the demi-god in an attempt to protect his kingdom from the wrath of the gods. At first, Apollo spends most of his time avoiding the prince and holding to his initial opinions of him, but finally relents after his sister convinces him to make an effort. Both Apollo and Hyacinth are surprised to learn that they aren’t all that different after all, and that they each have more depth than the arrogant outer appearance they both veil themselves with.
I found the book captivating, adventurous, and easy to read. I actually completed the book in one day because I found it so hard to put down. The characters were easy to fall in love with, and even the hardships in the story were delicately navigated and woven into a story that had beautiful flow and sensibility. I’m excited to see how the rest of the story unfolds in the series and what new characters might be introduced.
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Oh. Mylanta! This is a fabulous read! I have placed it in my top five of the Greek mythology retellings that are so popular nowadays and I am definitely eating them up like golden apples. Speaking of metaphors…. this book was so poetic in its metaphors. So many highlights because the phrase just struck me as beautiful and sincere. I did struggle a little bit on separating Apollo and Hyacinth’s point of view. There wasn’t enough of a personality change for me to know whose mind I was in. Aside from that though? The slow burn, the hate to love, the unspoken forbidden love and strong female characters makes this book an entire win for me and I cannot wait to see the events of the next possible ascension .
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I was so amazed and entranced as I read this wonderful book. I have always been a die hard mythology fan, and the characters of Apollo and Hyacinth were nothing short of amazing. The character development and prosperity between them was beyond what I expected. Made this book all more intriguing!
What I loved about how the author went through with this story, it was more than than just a “re telling’ of characters from mythology. It was something fresh and also new. The characters were written in a way that they brought the story to life and it was as if reading about characters i knew nothing about! I loved how the author was able to bring this to life as well as the characters they created. I loved the moments Apollo and Hyacinth shared together. The more I read, the deeper I indulged, and I was hooked truly, this was a book could not put down! I am very much looking forward to the next book in the series!
The book was a magical read for me, it was different, in a good way. Captivating characters and moments that could make you swoon. There was more than just romance though, and that made tis book the true gem that it is! I loved it! Highly recommend this must read book. Certainly should not be passed up!
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A god fighting his fate. A prince burdened with secrets. And a romance that could end in flames.
Apollo is a deity… almost. Half mortal and refusing to take his position as god of the sun, he spends his nights drowning out haunting memories and his days avoiding responsibilities.
Until his father forces him into an ultimatum:
Ascend immediately.
Or spend the year mentoring under the obnoxious Prince Hyacinth.
Forced together, Apollo and Hyacinth grapple with their mutual disdain for each other.
But what starts as a kindling of irritation begins to burn into something new. A spark that, if it turns to flame, could incinerate everything they’ve always protected.
A reimagining of the Greek myth of Apollo and Prince Hyacinth, this NA, enemies-to-lovers fantasy series is a whirlwind journey full of romance, intrigue, and enthralling characters.
Nicole Bailey is a writer of diverse fantasy series based on worldwide mythology and folklore.
When she’s not writing she’s probably stuck behind a book, on a hiking trail with friends, playing card games with her family, gardening, listening to musical theater, or wishing she was doing one of the above.
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A god fighting his fate. A prince burdened with secrets. And a romance that could end in flames.
Apollo is a deity… almost. Half mortal and refusing to take his position as god of the sun, he spends his nights drowning out haunting memories and his days avoiding responsibilities.
Until his father forces him into an ultimatum:
Ascend immediately.
Or spend the year mentoring under the obnoxious Prince Hyacinth.
Forced together, Apollo and Hyacinth grapple with their mutual disdain for each other.
But what starts as a kindling of irritation begins to burn into something new. A spark that, if it turns to flame, could incinerate everything they’ve always protected.
A reimagining of the Greek myth of Apollo and Prince Hyacinth, this NA, enemies-to-lovers fantasy series is a whirlwind journey full of romance, intrigue, and enthralling characters.
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A god fighting his fate. A prince burdened with secrets. And a romance that could end in flames.
Apollo is a deity… almost. Half mortal and refusing to take his position as god of the sun, he spends his nights drowning out haunting memories and his days avoiding responsibilities.
Until his father forces him into an ultimatum:
Ascend immediately.
Or spend the year mentoring under the obnoxious Prince Hyacinth.
Forced together, Apollo and Hyacinth grapple with their mutual disdain for each other.
But what starts as a kindling of irritation begins to burn into something new. A spark that, if it turns to flame, could incinerate everything they’ve always protected.
A reimagining of the Greek myth of Apollo and Prince Hyacinth, this NA, enemies-to-lovers fantasy series is a whirlwind journey full of romance, intrigue, and enthralling characters.
I have never read a story like this. It is fantasy but also historical fiction as it mixes magic and mythology with the destruction of Pearl Harbor. I’m glad the author put a glossary in the beginning of the book because I needed to reference names and places as I read. The characters drew me in and I wanted to learn their stories. Alva didn’t grow up with her queen mother or sisters but comes back when trouble arises. She is a Huldra who uses the male life force to live. Alva went against the norm and did not kill her partner, but helped him win a war. Bernard, a resistance soldier, is grieving the loss of his family and is willing to do anything to bring them back. Bernard changes one event in history which alters the fate for all. He knows one small change can make a difference in the future so now he has to go back and fix it with the help of Alva. Something seems to be working against them and Bernard and Alva need to figure it out so they can change the past and put the timeline back right.
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This book was surprisingly good. It was a story about Gods and elves but they seemed so real and approachable somehow. Reading Bernard’s story was intriguing and interesting. The story had some twists and turns that kept me interested as I tried to figure out how it would end. This is the first book in a series and I am looking forward to reading the next book.
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Excellent world building and real relatable characters. I liked the history element mixed with the fantasy. A lot of messages about cause and effect with a clear statement – you can’t change the past. Really fast paced and I couldn’t wait to find out what happened.
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This was a great read! The writing was fantastic and I was easily drawn into the story. There was vivid imagery and I felt like I was right there in the story with the characters. I do have one complaint though. While this book is 1 of 1, it felt like a sequel. The way the book started, it felt more like a continuation of a series, and I didn’t connect with the characters. It took me several chapters to do so. So while I enjoyed this book, it took me awhile to feel that connection. I think that if the author were to write a prequel it would work a lot better. All in all I really enjoyed reading this book and I would definitely read more from this author in the future!
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Definitely a slow start to the book, but turned out to be a great story in the end! The book was definitely not what I expected, but I really enjoyed the writers twist on history. As a huge history nerd and mythology nerd, I really loved how she incorporates both into the story, to me it reminded me a lot of the Wonder Woman movies but also was in a league of its own. The author has a great attention to detail, plus I loved the work they put into developing all of the characters. I definitely hope to read more of their work in the future!
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I was obsessed with this series from the beginning! Definitely read the first books in the series, as they follow the same storyline and you would be missing crucial information if you don’t! Vanessa goes through alot in the span of these four books. Going along with her on the journey was quite the ride. I enjoyed meeting each of her immortal men, and the conclusion wrapped it up nicely. Honestly, I cannot pick which immortal man I liked best, but you dont even have to choose! The story is filled with romance, spice, family, and mahem from the very first book. If you have been thinking about giving this series a go, do it. I will be looking out for more from this author.
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I was drawn to this book when I saw the beautiful cover art and after the synopsis I couldn’t wait to start reading it. I love the fantasy romance genre and the Author has a wonderful talent with their world building and the way they smoothly write in aspects of history/mythology.
The Author has given us an amazing start to the series with their unique storyline and characters. I would love to have this book on my shelf, I can’t wait to read what comes next!
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I am new to the author and her books but I think I’ll be reading more after engulfing this book. Initially, I was intrigued by the beautiful graphics on the cover and hoped the story would be just as intriguing. I was happy to learn that my instincts were right!
This book is a fantastic fictional fantasy story that will make for an incredible series with plenty of room to continue building/expanding the plot and the characters.
Throughout the book, I found myself mesmerized by the exquisite attention to details. I am always on the lookout for authors who have the gift of creating incredible imagery within their stories, and this author did not disappoint. I was hooked by the cover and upon reading from page one.
I thought the book was an easy read and flowed very well.
Can I say again that I did not want to put this book down?
I enjoyed the chemistry amongst the different characters and often felt as if I was rooting for some and hating on others. To evoke that type of reaction in a reader isn’t easy and honestly kept me enthralled from the get go. This book definitely grabbed my attention and never let go.
When the main character, Bernard (Marchand) alters the timeline, I thought of the many stories or movies I have seen in the past regarding timelines, changing history, etc. I immediately thought of the ripple effect and thought, “uh oh.” While I completely understand how someone who has lost people they love would want to go back and change things, the result of such things always seems to have that darn ripple effect and will not always be a positive result. So once the characters attempt to rectify the timeline issue I knew we were in for a bit of drama, suspense, and action.
Also, while I’m not a fan of romance storylines since they tend to overshadow or take away from the main story, I did not mind the romance piece in this book. It was well written and implemented into the story. It works well!
I think any fantasy fan will thoroughly enjoy this book, but the mix of norse mythology and a bit of world history will also satisfy readers of other genres as well.
Overall, this book was incredible and by far one of my favorite reads to date. I give this book 5 out of 5 stars!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Darlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDarla2022-03-09 07:17:222022-03-09 07:17:22Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Darla Yocom
I really enjoyed this book! My go-to genre tends to be fantasy, and this author has this amazing mastery of what makes fantasy novels so compelling. The author weaves these worlds, making it easy to see and understand the way they are interrelated. Reading this story, I was completely engrossed in the descriptions especially because they painted a picture: not always a pretty one, but an intense and compelling one that completely made sense for where on the journey we were, following the characters. The characters were also complex and relatable, facing problems that we may face here in the real world, but adapted to their world. I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone who loves fantasy!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jo Frizzellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJo Frizzell2022-03-08 07:47:592022-03-08 07:47:59Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Jo Frizzell
I was very impressed with this book and how much there was in it, from fantasy, military fiction, alternative history, and Norse mythology. The characters and the world-building were what grabbed me and really made it hard for me to put it down. I really enjoyed how this book brought in some true history, mixed with the fantasy. Bernard and Alva are amazing characters and they went very well together in this story. I really enjoyed this book and it kept me wondering what amazing things were to happen next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Reimerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Reimer2022-03-08 07:44:022022-03-08 07:44:02Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by jennifer reimer
Bernard Marchand is a man who has lost everything fighting for the resistance, his family being the main cause of his heartbreak, he would give anything to bring them back and after a lengthy debate with himself, he decides to go back in time to save them. Alva is a Huldra, a being who needs the life force of others to survive, but she is also an outcast from her family because she refuses to kill those she feeds from, including her partner.
As partners, Bernard and Alva have worked together to help bring the war to a close, they helped a dreaded enemy to be defeated and save millions, however when Bernard saves his family, he has no idea of the consequences of his actions. When he is shown what he has done, Bernard is full of regret and is horrified at how it has changed history for the worse.
The ramifications aren’t just on Earth, the ripples have gone much wider than first thought and with the realisation that Ragnarok, or the end of days within all the Nine Realms which will eventually lead to their entire destruction has begin, the time for action is now.
Will Bernard be able to go back with Alva’s support and fix what he has changed, or will the obstacles in their way prove to numerous and too large to overcome, as external parties are making their presence known? As the danger increases in this epic fantasy adventure, you will stay on the edge of your seat while navigating all the twists and turns in this fast paced race against time.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Roxsanne Lesieurhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRoxsanne Lesieur2022-03-08 07:28:062022-03-08 07:28:06Return of the Elf Lord: A tortured hero fantasy romance (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
This is a captivating fantasy adventure story. The world is easy to get lost in with the details provided by the author. Our main character Bernard changes the past for his family, but this comes with dire consequences. Partnering with fellow solider Alva to prevent the end of the world. Will they succeed in their quest?
My first read by this author and definitely not my last. The story gripped me from the first chapter. Putting it down felt like punishment and all I could think about was what was waiting for me when I picked it back up. I highly recommend this book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ayla Eddyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAyla Eddy2022-03-07 07:36:272022-03-07 07:36:27Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Ayla Eddy
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