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His Sacred Incantations

Book 2 in the series:The Warrior's Guild

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Readers praise 'His Sacred Incantations' as a heartwarming continuation of the series 'The Warrior's Guild' by Scarlett Gale. The book delves into the beautiful and healthy relationship between the main characters, Glory and Lucian, as they navigate love, adventure, and magic together. The author successfully blends elements of fantasy, romance, and kink, always emphasizing consent and inclusiveness. Despite some mixed feelings about the pacing and plot development, readers appreciate the tender and evolving relationship between the protagonists, as well as the diverse and engaging cast of characters.

Characters:

The characters embody supportive relationships, with a focus on strong gender role reversals.

Writing/Prose:

The writing is entertaining and accessible, enhanced by a diverse cast and humor.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers on a quest to defeat a necromancer, focusing more on character dynamics than high-stakes action.

Setting:

The setting merges traditional fantasy with contemporary themes, contributing to its unique flavor.

Pacing:

Pacing mixes slow travel and relationship development, which can detract from plot engagement.
Lucían thought, perhaps naively, that he and Glory would have some time to settle in to their loaner quarters in Granite Falls. They’d ridden quite a way from the Guild Headquarters in Knightsrest, an...

Notes:

The book focuses on the relationship between Lucian and Glory, highlighting their love and communication.
The word 'love' is used 131 times, and various forms of 'kiss' appear 168 times, contributing to a repetitive feeling in parts.
The supernatural elements include kinks that felt too modern for the fantasy setting.
The writing is noted for being fun and easy to read, featuring a diverse cast of characters.
Some readers found the plot of finding a necromancer and a long battle chapter less engaging.
The male lead is a small monk, while the female lead is a tall, strong mercenary, reversing typical gender roles.
The series includes elements of consent and safety in its portrayals of kink.
Readers appreciated the healthy communication and lack of misunderstandings between characters.
The book has been enjoyed in both written and audiobook formats, with effective narration and sound effects.
The author is praised for addressing LGBTQ themes with care and compassion.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book includes content warnings around BDSM elements, as well as themes of consent and sexual exploration.

Has Romance?

The book contains a strong romantic element between the characters, characterized by affection and intimacy.

From The Publisher:

An Illicit Desire Lucían left behind his cloister, his vows, and his self-denial when he joined Glory, first for a quest and then in her bed. He tells himself he should be happy, but when he looks at her strong arms, her sharp smile, and her smooth dominance, he wants--something he cannot yet name...

A Deadly Foe A fatal threat lurks in the mountains above Granite Falls, attacking travelers with fangs and claws and a horrible curse. Lucían and Glory seek the cause, and he can't help wondering why it all seems so familiar, and why his dreams are full of cold stone and an evil presence... A Perilous Mission As their investigation proceeds, Lucían finds himself once more embroiled in an adventure he wasn't expecting, one full of dark magic and ghosts from his past.

Haunted by what he can't change, Lucían makes a solemn vow: He'll end this, once and for all, or die trying...

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