Monday, November 30, 2020

ARC Mini-Review: Whisky and Wishes (Dark Kings #19)

Whisky and Wishes (Dark Kings #19)
by Donna Grant

Blurb:

Return to New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant's Dark King world for a special holiday

novella.

Finally free of the dangers surrounding him and the burden of pining after his mate, the King of Dragon Kings is ready for some peace—time to enjoy the woman he loves without interruption. Sure, the matter of accessing the clans across the Dragon Bridge still looms, as does the ultimate Fate of Con and his brethren. But for now, Con plans to enjoy the people he loves and celebrate the holidays with those closest to him. Why borrow from tomorrow’s problems? When the time comes to confront what’s next, they will do it. Together.

Themes:  Holiday, Paranormal, Novella

Rating: 3.75 stars

Heat Rating: 

Review:

 Well the story continues with a short story of holiday magic and the magic of love between not just two mates, but all the Dreagan family.  Grant has ended a huge story arc recently and is just gearing up for the next stage in the lives of her Dragon Kings, but this short holiday story was a sweet bridge between those two stages.  While there are a few little mysteries thrown in and of course some loving between the most important mating in millennia to have finally happened, the focus truly is on the love of family and friends.  Con and Rhi are finally settling into their lives as mates and the others have taken this time of peace to get time away as well. But the manor is feeling a little too quiet for both Rhi and Con, so they decide the time is right to embrace the human traditions of celebrating the holidays.  Decorating the manor, planning a huge family meal, and celebrating the magic and love that has finally brought them back together Rhi and Con work together to bring everything to plan in time for their friends’ returns.  I really enjoyed seeing the love between Rhi and Con, reiterating how important they were to one another, but I also enjoyed knowing that even a love so epic had room in it for those around them to also be included.  They have serious issues with their futures and decisions must be made, however the holidays are a time of reflection and celebration so those hard choices can wait a little bit longer.  I am dying to see what comes next and where Grant will take this storyline, though I loved this short story immensely. If you loved Con and Rhi as much as I did, you will love this glimpse into their new mated lives as much as me and not regret a single second of reading this short story.

*eARC provided by author for the purpose of an honest and unbiased review.  No compensation was provided.

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