A Forever Unrooting of Jade and Hickory (The Rooted Realm)
Mikki Roule
by Penelope Barsetti
Talon believes he will not survive the coming war, a chilling prospect that threatens to shatter the fragile happiness Calista has finally found. Their bond is as complicated as it is intense, forged between a man who once caused her suffering and the woman who now finds her only solace in his arms. As the shadow of conflict looms, the stakes reach a breaking point, forcing them into a desperate mission that tests the limits of their devotion.
The journey takes them to the Southern Isles, a land now choked by a mysterious plague and iron-fisted rule. To gather intel, Calista must go undercover as a maid, thrusting her into a dangerous, forced-proximity game of cat and mouse within the enemy’s stronghold. Surrounded by the very demons that threaten their future, she discovers that their adversary, Barron, is far more prepared—and more lethal—than they ever imagined.
This intense installment in the Death series masterfully blends dark paranormal romance with high-stakes royal intrigue. It is an emotional, unpredictable conclusion that rewards loyal readers with deep character development and a gripping, epic scale. If you crave a story where love is a battlefield and every page burns with tension, this is the ultimate series finale you have been waiting for.
December 1, 2024
adventurous dark emotional reflective sad medium-paced Plot- or character-driven?A mix Strong character development?Yes Loveable characters?Yes Diverse cast of characters?Yes Flaws of characters a main focus?Yes 4.75 This world of dragons, Bahamut, Rivana, elves, and humans was a fantastic series, and its conclusion was epic. The Dragon Queen is a story in itself, covering so much. Because it is a continuation, you will need to read the rest of the series; however, this conclusion had so much...
June 2, 2025
Loved everything about this ending of a drawn out series! Everything except...Shardnada? Seriously? You did all that and couldn't come up with a better name? I enjoyed reading these books and it was a well thought out story with good character and world building. I consider this a gem among new romance 💒 )
December 25, 2024
This series of Talon and Calista are unbelievable and worth every page. It is some thing I wasn't sure about when I started, but couldn't stop reading. Once I did the personalities and characters are each their own, and she writes brilliantly the story as it evolves, but going back-and-forth from the past to the present, which adds an extra bonus, to know some of the prior events of the past, and how they effect the present, the hatred of Talon and Calista, in the beginning, was not...
July 2, 2025
I was hooked from the very beginning! Khazmuda’s deep, unwavering love for Talon—and Talon’s bond with Calista—was beautifully written and emotionally powerful. The plot was engaging, the character development was on point, and the relationships felt so real. Talon gave me major Xaden Riorson vibes, and honestly? I am wholeheartedly here for it. The dynamic between the characters made me laugh out loud more than once, but this particular installment? It wrecked me. The way the author wrote...
April 17, 2025
I love this series. Beautiful relationships exploring redemption, vengeance, guilt/survivors guilt, forgiveness, friendship, love, the crippling pain of grief/loss, and coping with the ramifications of bad choices made during times of poor mental health family, growth, sacrifice, letting go, honor, conscience, trust, and some good ol’ sweet sweet lovin’. 😉 Steamy, but definitely demonstrates the growth and at times detachment of MMC/MFC. Very satisfying HEA. Can’t wait to read the next...
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