King of Battle and Blood, by Scarlett St. Clair
Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | 4/5
Spice Rating: 🌶🌶.5 | 2.5/5
Subgenre & Type: Romantasy | MF
Tropes & Microtropes: Enemies to Lovers, Arranged Marriage, Forced Proximity, Vampires
Series Details: Book 1 of 2 | Ends in a Cliffhanger | Complete Series | Adrian X Isolde
Format Details: Kindle Unlimited | Physical Print | Audible | Published by Bloom Books | 392 Pages
This phenomenal story begins with a chance encounter in the woods, after which Adrian promises he will meet Isolde again. The Blood King, Adrian, has been focused on conquering Cordova, and his ultimate ruling is inevitable. Princess Isolde agrees to marry Adrian to protect her people from an unwinnable war. As the new queen, Isolde faces not only her husband but also new enemies within her own kingdom. Narrated solely by Isolde, her unapologetic sexuality and quick temper set her apart as a fierce and unconventional FMC. As she navigates her new role, she discovers life-altering truths that change her perspective entirely. This book unfolds at a fast pace, filled with steamy scenes, vampires, curses, and magic. The dynamic between Isolde and Adrian is marked by playful banter and intense tension. Adrian's love for Isolde is palpable, evoking both heartbreak and admiration. While the book focuses less on world-building, it delves deep into the consequences of Isolde's decision to marry Adrian — and the big reveal at the end? Chills!
