In the heart? Casteel: "Would you fret with worry if I was?". There were plenty of hints in the book that a possible threesome might happen at some point, and while I usually wouldn't mind that level of smut, I just don't see it. ", Poppy: "You're welcome. Poppy: "That's not true. Probably better than most here. Now that Hawke is Poppy's guard, we start getting a lot of swoon-worthy moments. Protect your Prince. ", Kieran: I was beside myself with worry. The way Im going to review this book is as follows: Im going to start with a review of the objective state of this book, then move out to my own interpretations, and then briefly discuss the fan reaction. More like ridiculous. What I feel? Who she is - this beautiful, strong, intelligent, endlessly curious and kind woman who was as much a victim of the Ascended as any Atlantians. What are you two discussing that has Poppy looking as if she's five seconds away from crawling under the table? A tiny piece that belonged to me? I could still feel Casteel's stare. ", Kieran: "He was Casteel then just like he's Hawke now. There is a level of respect and caring that they have for one another. Change). My lips slowly parted as I realized what the lumpy, red mass was. I think you're heartmates. Because I'd never stopped falling. S. Thats true, I was shocked it took that long with all the build up to it. Thanks for reading! The dimple in his right cheek appeared, and then the left. Kieran doesn't show any interest in Poppy like that. Poppy: "Only when it's deserved. If that had been all, I wouldve overlooked it. Either way, none of this is truly shocking. I read the relationship dynamic between Poppy and Kieran as two people bonding and grieving over loss together, and as JLA making a clear distinction that Poppy doesn't see Kieran as a family member . A muscle flexed in his jaw once more, but he said nothing. ", Casteel: "Talking doesn't require any clothes at all. . ", Poppy: "Yes. Holy fuck. ", Poppy: "I don't know what you want from me. Phillips and Penellaphe race toward the stables, and Hawke kills Phillips. Poppy is not only on the verge of losing her heart and being found unworthy by the gods, but also her life when every blood-soaked thread that holds her world together begins to unravel. Like Liked by 1 person. Web King Casteel DaNeer pronounced. Pleasure. SO, either it's me in here, or it's Kieran. Keeping him at what feels like just the bff side character after what has transpired feels wrong to me, like hes just the family dog to a married couple (if that makes any sense), I think youre spot on. Him. After a moment, clearing his throat as he shifted behind me. And Casteel - he moved so unbelievably fast. ", Vonetta: "Apparently, you have a habit of it. There is an unspoken but strong understanding between the author and the readers of what they are there for, be it happily ever afters, smut, etc. ", Poppy: "That and how incredibly disturbing it is.". He will protect him with his life. Yes? Kieran nudged my hand again, and I opened it, revealing the golden mark and the ring on my finger. Just you and me, and the tradition of sharing ourselves with one another. But what she does know is that nothing is as dangerous to her as him. ", Poppy: "I wouldn't confuse submission for distraction, and I wouldn't mistake obedience for stupidity when it's apparent that you know very little about the people of Solis. Casteels reaction to Poppy telling him she loved him. Nykthos is the King of the Gods. Like Casteel feeding from Poppy's neck, walking in on Casteel eating out Poppy, and then the whole mountain scene where the three of them were tangled up together sleeping. And if you refer to her as the Maiden one more time, we are going to have a problem. Um . ------->Holy fucking hell. ", Kieran: "Casteel will announce you as his fiance. Myself, Casteel, Kieran, Viktor and Tawny. He swallowed as his gaze lifted to the bed's canopy. That doesn't mean that it was okay, but I could understand why. Forget about sex. In War of Two Queens, Kieran has been the most wonderful supporter and friend to Poppy. And fuck if it didn't go off the rails the moment you walked into the godsdamn Red Pearl. Like your ability to see better than her, and scent her arousal -". ", Poppy: "Happy? I'm Poppy, and you're Casteel, and this is real. Together, Poppy and Casteel must embrace traditions old and new to safeguard those they hold dearto protect those who cannot defend themselves. ", Emil: "I think I can now be counted as one of those taken with you. Casteel: "On second thought, my mother is definitely going to like you. Web do poppy casteel and kieran get together In War of Two Queens Poppy and Kieran are brought together by Casteels imprisonment. They very much seem like a big brother enduring his curious and talkative little sister. That was true the first time I said it to you, and it is still the truth today and tomorrow., Alastir: Penellaphe? Queen Ileana: "Beauty, my sweet child, is often broken and barbed, and always unexpected. She has life all laid out for her and longtime boyfriend Scott. Poppy Balfour/Kieran Contou/Casteel Da'Neer; Nesta Archeron/Cassian; Feyre Archeron/Rhysand; Azriel/Gwyneth Berdara; Elain Archeron/Azriel (Queer . His warm breath danced across my parted lips. I swallowed, but the knot was still there. When they go sit under the willow tree during the Rite and Poppy gets to be a normal girl for a second? Miss Willa has the same sleeping arrangement -", Kieran: "I really hope you two don't turn into one of those couples who are constantly whispering sweet nothings at one another. ", Casteel: "Because it makes me want to strip you naked and sink so deep in you that neither of us will know where we start and end. Months. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. ", Casteel: "You seem real concerned sitting there. Casteel: "So incredibly violent, my Princess. None of this was supposed to happen. ", Casteel: "You're so incredibly violent.". He wants the crown. Read the full disclosure here. And I don't think Kiran and Poppy cleaving together in the way they do for emotional support is half as far fetched as other things in this series. A heart. And even a few of the comments/thoughts by Poppy after they were reunited. ", Casteel: "I'll admit, that would lead the average person to believe there were no fond feelings between us, but no one would believe that I would choose a submissive Maiden over my brother. All because when I'm with you, I don't think about the kingdom full of people counting on me. ", Casteel: "Blessed be the gods, someone mark the date and time. There are readers for it, and Im sure many would have gobbled it up! It's obvious Kieran gets his sense of humor from his father (Jasper), and I love how fierce his baby sister (Vonetta) is. Kieran reveals that since Casteel cares for Poppy, he would find it repellant to feed from anyone else because it's too intimate. His character feels like its at its finale, while Poppy is still rapidly developing into the person shes meant to be. I like that. Rather, Kieran believes that they are heart mates, something that is far rarer than love, especially since they recognized each other after speaking a few times. Accepting him and and allowing myself to feel what I did f or him was a betrayal to those who were lost in all of this, and it felt like a betrayal to myself. You'd hate me. ", Kieran: "If you get yourself killed, I'm going to be pissed. That when it comes time for you to leave, I'm still going to want you. But just so you know, he often slips into his wolven form and has a habit of kicking in his sleep. When I looked at him, his expression was the same as always. And no one, not even my father or my mother, will change that. ", Casteel: "The line in your palm is believed to be the one connected to your heart. I stopped doing things I didn't want to do the moment I took off the damn veil. I hope future books either go in one direction or the other: he becomes more included and the relationships feel more equal (I doubt that tho since Poppy & Cas are heartmates), or less included and is just more of a companion. ", Casteel: "If I'm not willing to risk my life for Spessa's End, how dare I ask the people here to do so? I cant imagine anyone from that community would like the parallel drawn here between their accepting and consensual love with the kind of emotional cheating that Poppy and Kieran were getting up to behind Casteels back and without his knowledge. And I think this was actually part of the problem. That she is part Atlantian. It's an ache. The possibility that he was already well on his way to doing so should've served as a dire warning, but I was far too immersed, far too gone at the feel of him, lost in how demanding his lips were. His hand drifted lower, over the flap of buttons on my pants. Privacy Policy. How youve spoken to me doesnt bother me. But ". ", Casteel: "If I had known that Lord Mazeen joined him, he would've been staked to that wall right alongside the Duke. The Casteel Series constitutes five novels, starting with Heaven, published in 1985 and finally ending with Web of Dreams in 1990. ", Poppy: "Yeah, well Would that have changed anything? ", Poppy: "Are we sleeping here? Poppy: "And you needed this moment alone in a pantry?". All of that makes me anxious. And there are so many reveals about the world and Poppys own heritage that it is well past the point of ridiculousness. But do you really intend to keep her? Poppy: "I know exactly what he's referencing, thank you very much. Working with Casteel instead of against him presents its own risks. ", Casteel: "I know. ", Delano: "Oh, man. ", Poppy: "The last time his pants actually stayed on! and our And when I realized you have so many masks - so many layers, I kept wanting to peel them back, even though I fear it will only hurt more in the end. Kieran started to block me once more, and I'd had it with the ridiculousness. Yours are the color of an Atlantian spring - of dew-kissed leaves. I havent read any of JLAs other books before so I dont know if this is something she would do, but to me it almost feels like shes setting up for Casteels death. And completely unexpected. Kieran, Casteel, and Poppy are a team. Do it.". View thelibraryladiess profile on Facebook, View @LibraryLadiesMNs profile on Twitter, View thelibraryladiess profile on Instagram, View UCxD9rnvQKPh0zi3NIm4ftcQs profile on YouTube, The Great Animorphs Re-Read: Animorphs Graphix#2, Follow The Library Ladies on WordPress.com. I stared down at the dazzling gold swirl on my palm. ", Poppy : "By the way, I'm not yours. And this didn't happen overnight. You wound me yet again. Yes, I have the Maiden, and I'm not giving her back. This is not good representation and instead plays into very negative stereotypes about the entire lifestyle. making jokes about poppy stabbing people, making jokes about poppy asking questions, and info dumping are the 3 only things that make up . Casteel: "I do so prefer hand-to-hand combat with you.". ", Casteel: "Why would I lie about something like that? ", Kieran: "Don't be nice to me. Shea, Malik . There was no silencing the laugh. Indeed, Im not sure how you can be a fantasy fan and have problems with that! It landed with a fleshy smack. Your fiance has questions. You can sleep on the floor. With a wound that most likely punctured a lung. ", Casteel: "Poppy, you wound me. Absolutely ". Proudly created with. I honestly was thinking that she would be bonded with Poppy at some point, but considering what we find out in the end, Poppy doesn't really need a bonded wolven, as technically, all wolven are bound to protect her. Casteel: "You don't smell like that to me. Casteel: "I'm sorry. For romance readers, this is almost even more important than for general fiction readers. ", Poppy: "I only stabbed him . a few times. Casteel: "I'm talking about your blood, but now you've dragged my mind into unseemly places. Casteel/Hawke has earned his nickname, for sure. ", Casteel: "You're not the only one. I think it's something deeper than that. After exploring a particularly spicing section of Miss Willa Collin's Diary Cas gets an idea to bring the three of them together. Casteel/Hawke and Poppy haven't spent any holidays together in canon, and its New Year's Eve. Kieran and Casteel have a heart to heart about the ab. It will be wise to behave appropriately. The tight throbbing response to the knowledge made me question my sanity. In all truth, she should never doubt herself. I finished this book 24 hours ago, and I still feel like I'm in the middle of a book hangover. Second of all, don't highlight the text. Shortly thereafter, Poppy and Casteel name Kieran as their Advisor, to his surprise, though he accepts wholeheartedly. Kieran doesn't show any interest in Poppy like that. The threesome itself is definitely a take it or leave it thing for different readers. ", Poppy: "Some deserve a punch in the face. ", Kieran: "It was probably the latter that did him in. We haven't been for a very long time. To me it felt like she kinda eased us into it since we pretty much saw this coming. Something intangible, far rarer and stronger than bloodlines and even the gods. Personalities are kept consistent, and best of all, the book is thrilling and unpredictable. There's definitely been several minutes have gone by. Poppy and Casteel get word of Casteel's spies spotting Ian, her brother, in the Capitol. ", Jasper: "I'm sorry. Utter perfection. See more ideas about ashes series, blood, fan book. ", Casteel: "You don't understand. He lifted my hand to his mouth and kissed the center of my palm. And this book was marketed, spoken about by the author (she repeatedly said that Cas and Poppy were the main/only relationship for the last several years), and then set up for THREE BOOKS as an exclusive soulmates-style romance. That will be even more annoying.". I kept falling when he never once told me not to pick up a sword or bow and instead handed one to me. Her mother-in-law doesn't seem to be happy. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. And I don't know what you know of me, but I had no control over where I went, who I spoke to or could speak with. He wants her to fight him, and thats one order shes more than happy to obey. Bastard. ", Kieran: "I have a feeling if I said no, it wouldn't stop you. ", Poppy: "The dagger was given to me by someone I care about. - Listen to Beauty in her Madness by The Sexy Scary Book Club instantly on your tablet, phone or browser - no downloads needed. Indeed, Ive said repeatedly that Im really only there for the romance. Ones that could expose her to unimaginable pleasure and unfathomable pain. Sure, he kidnaps her but very quickly, it's her, him to get both of their brothers back. Anyone who has read my reviews of these books before will note that Ive always been hesitant to say much in favor of the general quality of the writing and world-building in these books. And together with his kin, they protect the royal family of Atlantia. Casteel: "Then I guess it would be repetitive of me to tell you how much you're turning me on now? The way The Joining should have gone. ", Kieran: "Other than wondering exactly what choices I made in my life that led me to this exact moment?". ", Poppy: "I'm going to ignore that incredibly disturbing possibility. Not a Maiden, but Chosen nonetheless. The problem is what I said before: thats not what this series set out to be (or at least theres no rational interpretation of the previous books or authors statements that could lead you to thinking otherwise). ", Casteel: "Atlantia rose from blood and ash. Web Kieran Contou Casteel DaNeer. Like I said, I was here for the romance, and this effectively crushed that. ", Casteel: "You have a beautiful smile. He cares for you just like you care for him despite the lies and the betrayal. There were plenty of hints in the book that a possible threesome might happen at some point, and while I usually wouldn't, that level of smut, I just don't see it. But then you insulted her. Again. ", Kieran: "There is not a single person surprised to hear that. Do poppy casteel and kieran get together. ", He picked up my left hand and turned it over, Casteel: " - is real. I was in love with him, even though that love had been built on a foundation of lies. He adds a level of humor to everything with his personality, but obviously also takes his role as protector very seriously. He is convinced that Hawke and Kieran have led them into a trap. For saving your life. This. An attack on Atlantia after Poppy and . ", Casteel: "I am born of the first kingdom. ", Poppy: "Really? ", Poppy: "Why does everyone think I'm going to stab them when I pick up anything that's not blunt? This need. He hesitated as if to see if I would pull away. Like when the first rays of sun break through the clouds after a heavy storm. Poppy: "I chose him when I knew him as Hawke. "He's not wounded," Kieran answered. I was expecting her to have a stronger bloodline, sure but I was not expecting that at all. I fell and fell when I realized that Casteel wore many masks for many reasons. His fingers trailed along my thigh, the ring around his finger cool against my skin. Casteel: "Am I seeing things, or is that your dagger strapped to your thigh? The shock of his lips against mine sent a jolt through me. It wasn't the only reason. I quickly spun around, my wide eyes clashing with Casteel's. I'm going to have to kill him. ", Kieran: "You don't sound remotely sorry. Thanks for your comment! Your life depends on it. ", Casteel: "Penellaphe intrigued me from the first moment I spoke to her. ", Casteel: "I wouldn't be marrying her if I didn't plan on keeping her. Feedings . Look, heres another super hot guy that loves me too! Lets dive in, shall we? ", Casteel: "No, Poppy. . Not like this. ", Casteel: "You're right. Perfection. Together, they will work to save their King and overthrow the Blood Queen once and for all. Casteel became so still, I wondered if he breathed. He is convinced that Hawke and Kieran have led them into a trap. Casteel hadn't expected the move, and he slipped to the side - or maybe he was just humoring me. 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