The Lady and the Orc

Finley Fenn

Book 1 in the series:Orc Sworn

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'The Lady and the Orc' by Finley Fenn is a dark fantasy romance novel that delves into the unconventional relationship between Jule, a lady married to an abusive husband, and Grimarr, a cursed orc captain. The book explores themes of betrayal, redemption, and intense emotions as the characters navigate a world filled with monsters, complex relationships, and societal expectations. The writing style is described as engaging, with elements of steamy romance, emotional depth, and unexpected twists that keep readers hooked until the end.

Characters:

Characters are marked by complexity and moral ambiguity, with the heroine displaying strength and indecision and the orc exhibiting both brutishness and underlying vulnerability amidst complicated relationships.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style features quirky prose marked by repetition and stylistic choices like italics. It combines old-fashioned dialogue with melodramatic humor, balancing both light and dark themes.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a noblewoman's kidnapping by an orc aiming to manipulate her abusive husband. It features themes of betrayal and emotional conflict, culminating in a complex resolution.

Setting:

Set in a fantastical orc kingdom amid human-orc conflicts, the world-building highlights societal norms and reflects a medieval fantasy with prevalent violence and power struggles.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast, enlivened by familiar plot structures and intense emotional moments, maintaining engagement while sometimes feeling repetitive.

Some of the servants were already running, leaving their slower counterparts to straggle behind, and Jule grasped at Cook’s waist, and dragged her up one set of stairs, and then the next. All the whil...

Notes:

The Orc Sworn series by Finley Fenn is popular but also divisive among readers.

It includes several hot and steamy romance themes, heavy on sexual content.

The series features orcs who are depicted as physically imposing and monstrous but have deep emotional layers.

Plotlines often revolve around betrayal and complicated consent issues, particularly in the first book, The Lady and the Orc.

Characters in the series frequently face dark themes, including kidnapping and coercive relationships.

Despite its questionable content, some readers find the writing skillful and enjoy the emotional depth.

Many readers appreciate the unique fantasy setting, combining romance and orc culture.

The series has consistent elements of humor and tongue-in-cheek references to various romance tropes.

The author employs a distinctive writing style with many internal monologues, sometimes repeated, that may be off-putting for some readers.

The dynamics often position orcs as misunderstood creatures navigating human relationships, reflecting themes of societal prejudice.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of dubiously consensual situations, betrayal, violence, and discussion around abusive relationships.

Has Romance?

The book features a significant romantic relationship that is central to the plot.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

He's the most feared monster in the realm. And she's what he needs to win his war…

In a world of warring orcs and men, Lady Norr is condemned to a childless marriage, a cruel lord husband, and a life of genteel poverty - until the day her home is ransacked by a horde. And leading the charge is their hulking, deadly orc captain: the infamous Grimarr.

And Grimarr has a wicked plan for Lady Norr, and for ending this war once and for all. She's going to become his captive - and the perfect snare for Lord Norr.

There's no possible escape, and soon Lady Norr is dragged off toward Orc Mountain in the powerful arms of her greatest enemy. A ruthless, commanding warlord, with a velvet voice and mouthwatering scent, who awakens every forbidden hunger she never knew she had…

But Grimarr refuses to accept half measures - in war, or in pleasure. And before he'll conquer Lady Norr's deepest, darkest desires, she needs to surrender everything.

Her allegiance.

Her wedding-ring.

Her future…

And with her husband's forces giving chase, Lady Norr can't afford to play such a dangerous game - or can she? Even if this deadly orc's plans might be the only way to save them all?

A dark, steamy, full-length standalone fantasy romance for adults. Happily ever after guaranteed.

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1 comment(s)

nqycat789

5 months

I tried but god was she annoying

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