", Poppy: "I think he's far more taken with himself. So when devoted fans get to book four and see what looks pretty clearly like emotional cheating and then a polyamory relationship, theyre going to feel misled and cheated by the author. Casteel: "I don't know if I should. Emotionally, I believe you left him shredded. I don't need an explanation of that. Trying to talk about my thoughts on characters, will be a little difficult to not spoil so, . No protests. Forget about sex. ", Casteel: "No, Poppy. ", Casteel: "Atlantia rose from blood and ash. ", Casteel: "Do you think I understand any of this, Poppy? Now that Hawke is Poppy's guard, we start getting a lot of swoon-worthy moments. I have no idea what I was talking about. An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works But I really like your comments about Kieran in general and I think youre so right. I stepped back, bumping into a shelf. ", Vonetta: "You saying something like that was probably why I knocked you on your ass the last time.". Casteel: "I think you feel the exact opposite when it comes to my stupid dimples. It looks like you've been sunbathing. His relationship is an extension of both of them, but it's still separate. Do poppy casteel and kieran get together. My wide eyes followed the blur that was Casteel as he pinned Landell to the wall, his forearm pressed into the wolvens throat. An attack on Atlantia after Poppy and Casteel's coronation ceremony leaves an empty hole in the kingdom, and pain felt by all. And you know that. ", Casteel: "You're right. And I don't think Kiran and Poppy cleaving together in the way they do for emotional support is half as far fetched as other things in this series. And this didn't happen overnight. His truths as sensual as his bite. Her mother-in-law doesn't seem to be happy. ", Casteel: "Since we've been married, she's already told me to shut up - how many times? But ". It's no secret on this little blog of mine that I have a thing for the anti-hero. I read the relationship dynamic between Poppy and Kieran as two people bonding and grieving over loss together, and as JLA making a clear distinction that Poppy doesn't see Kieran as a family member . Find your thing. . They're going through the mist of the Skotos mountains. Whilst the palace was still in use, this was a better base for raising children, and for babysitting Kieran noted as he carried Coralena to the lounge, to the baby . ", Casteel: "It still turns me on, Princess. Casteel's head swung toward mine so fast, I was surprised he didn't crack his neck. ", Poppy: "What what have you needed for so long? Poppy and Casteel must consider the impossibletravel to the Lands of the Gods and wake the King himself. Much like From Blood and Ash, A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire has an amazing story-line, constantly ramping up the action, and the relationships between everyone grow organically. ", Poppy: "I can hate that I'm nothing more than a pawn to you and still understand why I am. Make you come that way. Elijah: "Keep our Prince in line and do so vigilantly. Dinah Liddell adheres strictly to her plans and schedules. Hurrying to the bed, I picked up the wolven dagger and secured it around my thigh. ", Poppy: "There is something wrong with me, too. ", Casteel: "Perhaps I have answers. What we do learn about the world comes through exposition. ", Casteel: "That's because it was a very passionate one. ", Casteel: "She stabbed me in the heart with a bloodstone dagger. ", Casteel: "I am born of the first kingdom. Casteel suddenly broke out into deep, thunderous laughter. cover photo creds: madschofield character creds: JLA from the From Blood and Ash series. They'd expect me to fall for someone as fiery as she is kind, brave even to a fault. After a moment, clearing his throat as he shifted behind me. The banter, the passionate fighting, the sex, and all the things they do before they get to that point again? ", Delano: "And you healed me with the touch of your fingers. Unfortunately. - Listen to Beauty in her Madness by The Sexy Scary Book Club instantly on your tablet, phone or browser - no downloads needed. The stupid dimple in his right cheek appeared. In War of Two Queens, Kieran has been the most wonderful supporter and friend to Poppy. I thought I heard you calling my name. Yes? ", Casteel: "Just so you know, Penellaphe doesn't need protection. Miss Willa has the same sleeping arrangement -", Kieran: "I really hope you two don't turn into one of those couples who are constantly whispering sweet nothings at one another. To be honest, every day I half-expected to find the Prince sliced up in all the ways a man fears. He glanced down at me, his lips slightly parted. Kieran. I took a shallow breath, feeling Casteel's gaze on me, but I refused to look at him. Of course, Mom excels equally at both.". Im glad you enjoyed it though! The magnitude of what the Blood Queen has done is almost unthinkable. ", Casteel: "You really don't need to encourage her. Casteel spun suddenly, shielding my body with his. People are saying that "adding" Kieran to that relationship isn't possible because you can't halve 3 but i think that's the point. Wow. ", Poppy: "That wasn't what I was going for. He still tempts her with every breath, offering up all shes ever wanted. I wanted to be your first. Casteel DaNeer is known by many names and many faces. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire was just perfect. ", Casteel: "Well, you have me there. ", Poppy: "Do you think I'm going to scream in Casteel's face and run off instead. I may or may not have walked into a door while reading. Many are probably already loving the series anyways! Like how I want to take your pain away and yet throttle you at the same moment? He claimed my lips as if he were staking a claim to my very soul. She is joined by Kieran, Casteels best friend who hurts almost as much as she does with Casteels loss. It turns me on when you're armed with something sharp. He turned his head slightly, lining up his mouth with mine. Someone who pushes back. Weeks. It can be any piece of your choosing. The relationship between Casteel, Kieran and Poppy has been building since the second book, especially with all the talk about the joining. Vonetta: "Planning to stab him during the ceremony? His hand drifted lower, over the flap of buttons on my pants. And if you refer to her as the Maiden one more time, we are going to have a problem. They very much seem like a big brother enduring his curious and talkative little sister. ", Poppy: "The last time his pants actually stayed on! I'm not two separate people, no matter how badly you want to believe that. I got all kinds of happy and thrilled and excited. Understand? 6 Stories. The banter, the passionate fighting, the sex, and all the things they do before they get to that point again? And I think this was actually part of the problem. But he he was the catalyst in a way. ", Casteel: "Even if I wasn't the Prince, I would be up here. And Poppy, wouldn't either. There were plenty of hints in the book that a possible threesome might happen at some point, and while I usually wouldn't mind that level of smut, I just don't see it. Casteel told me that he had spoken to Jansen, told him that our party should be small so that it would easier to capture me. Because I don't have gold or hazel eyes? Dark secrets are at play, ones steeped in the blood-drenched sins of two kingdoms that would do anything to keep the truth hidden. ", Poppy: "Why did you tell me? I stopped doing things I didn't want to do the moment I took off the damn veil. Maybe you should try that. SO FREAKING MUCH. At some point, the story needs to move past the discovery phase and into the action phase. Confused, I glanced back to where Emil was walking toward the stairwell. Check out the rest of the Blood & Ash Series, and expect upcoming news for the next installment! Casteel and Kieran together is always fun, but -------->Poppy and Kieran? ", Casteel: "I'm distracted. Poppy and Casteel have no desire for anyone but each other, they aren't adding him to their relationship. Like me? Poppy, Casteel, and Kieran have a heated encounter in front of a crackling fire, as Poppy can't contain her arousal from reading a smutty book she found in the palace library. ", Poppy: "You look at me like Like you want to eat me.". If I could, I suspect life would be easier, but I don't even want to try, to be honest. It would also force a lot of character. So, subjectively, this ruined most of the series for me. Months. Obviously. Along with this thing called common sense. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. ", Kieran: "Well, you do have a habit of doing exactly that.". Kieran grinned, and his sister rolled her eyes. Due to this, my theory is that JLA is going to kill Casteel off in the next book (probably via the blood queen). And thats where we get to the subjective portion. I'd already begun to question things - the Ascended and if I could be or do what they required of me. Kieran doesn't show any interest in Poppy like that. her, physically and emotionally. Casteel: "You don't smell like that to me. I love! He adds a level of humor to everything with his personality, but obviously also takes his role as protector very seriously. But damn are you for real? ", Vonetta: "You're about to marry the handsome, albeit annoying as hell, Prince of Atlantia, Penellaphe. The Descenters want her dead. ", Kieran: "Casteel will announce you as his fiance. In all truth, she should never doubt herself. Casteel: "Would you fret with worry if I was?". Partly, I think I just really liked the Kieran/Casteel relationship on its own (so rare that you see a friendship between two men this strong in a fantasy novel) and I almost didnt want Poppy encroaching on it. That would be quicker. There are readers for it, and Im sure many would have gobbled it up! impossible? Casteel: "But I was once told that the best relationships are the ones where passions run high.". together. Casteel would be most displeased. ", Casteel: "I can always read to you. The Prince of Atlantia. It's just that I would've paid good money to see him try to explain that to you. he murmured, and then caught the lobe of my ear between his teeth. ", Casteel: "What do you think happens when he shifts forms? I will say that I thought there were more actual grammatical/spelling errors in this book than the others. He lifted my hand to his mouth and kissed the center of my palm. But I still chose him despite it all. Casteel has plans for her. Then again, I shouldn't be that surprised. ", Poppy: "I know, but I want to be here when Delano comes back. Poppy: "He told me he believed it was the Atlantian blood in him, recognizing mine. I quickly spun around, my wide eyes clashing with Casteel's. ", Casteel: "She is unique and brave, intelligent and beautiful. In some ways, I feel like that lessened what was a great m/m relationship on its own. I'm who you call the Dark One. His weight and the heat of his body against my back and the iciness of the snow at my front was a shock to my senses, stunning me. ", Casteel: "I didn't take you then because I knew the moment I did, you would stop looking at me like like I was just Hawke. ", Poppy: "As far as me being a liability? And completely unexpected. Do it.". Again. This would open up the door for a Kieran/Poppy romance, which wouldnt be shocking as they have a very weird relationship anyway. To work with him to get both of their brothers back. ", Kieran: "Cas told me once that he felt as if he already knew you after speaking with you just a few times.". Theyve all been bloated, poorly edited behemoths of books. And that's because I need you. Reply. I have risen to take back what is mine. I can't control you. I like that. Casteel: "Don't get shot. ", Casteel; "Retribution is yours, if you want it. I know it. View thelibraryladiess profile on Facebook, View @LibraryLadiesMNs profile on Twitter, View thelibraryladiess profile on Instagram, View UCxD9rnvQKPh0zi3NIm4ftcQs profile on YouTube, The Great Animorphs Re-Read: Animorphs Graphix#2, Follow The Library Ladies on WordPress.com. Or is there something you want to ask? Guard her well. Probably the latter. When Casteel grew older, he thought he could kill Queen Ileana and King Jalara by himself; he was taken by the Ascended where he was tortured for five decades. Soon, she'll be running one of us over instead of stabbing us. ", Kieran: "Do me a favor. He may hate being called the Dark One, but he has earned that name. ", Alastir: "Ah, yes, you did take her. But hed do it all again, at least Poppy is free out in the world. Whispers of war have become stronger, and Poppy is at the very heart of it all. Like Liked by 1 person. Doesn't mean I can't love the guy. ", Poppy: "Kieran? Call me whatever you like as long as you know it will be my voice that will be the last sound you hear. All of that makes me anxious. Kieran: "The truth often is. We have Casteels thoughts almost entirely focused on Poppy and how glad he is that he is the one locked up and suffering instead of her. But when I looked up at him, he had that look to him again. And thirdly, the author seems to have broken a social contract with her readership by creating a soulmates romance story, publicly calling it such for years and writing three books setting that up, and then blindsiding them with a poor representation of a polyamory relationship at best or emotional infidelity at worst. More like ridiculous. Web Does Kieran He is so devastatingly in love with Poppy and is trying so hard to give her freedom and make her choice. If you had stopped after the first time you referenced her, I wouldve let you walk out of here with just your overinflated sense of self-worth. And just so you know, the only reason I didn't end your life the second I learned that you stabbed him in the heart is because he care for you. Like, super naked. I love! and our I wasnt so much surprised by the actual joining itself, either the physical act (though I think it could have been written better) or the magical motivation for the decision. JLA said that there are people who want it & who dont and she says she doesnt want to make anyone upset about this. This was a huge disappointment for me. Fucking. Yes to the Joining or no. I really can, but our King and Queen -", Casteel: "Will be shocked and probably greatly annoyed that I have married someone they have never laid eyes on, not to mention someone who is only half-Atlantian and was once the Maiden. Always, and no matter what he chooses. Poppy, Casteel and Kieran are trying to find their new normal after the events of The war of two queens. I wanted his hands on me, washing away all the reasons why I shouldn't. It's also true that I chose you when you were just Hawke, and it's not just because you were the first person to ever really see me. Don't let them steal this.". Casteel/Hawke and Poppy haven't spent any holidays together in canon, and its New Year's Eve. ", Casteel: "My mother has stabbed my father a time or a dozen over the years. You wound me yet again. It was more the strangeness of the relationship between Kieran and Poppy while Cas was a prisoner. We get so many questions answered that developed from From Blood and Ash, and, very much like Poppy, I have so many more questions for the next book. She is more than capable of handling things herself. He cares for you just like you care for him despite the lies and the betrayal. I'm jealous. A great podcast if you love talking about fantasy and are looking for recommendations. Forget about sex. There is a level of respect and caring that they have for one another. To me it felt like she kinda eased us into it since we pretty much saw this coming. She is raised by Coralena Balfour and Leopold Balfour as one of their own children. The Crown Of Gilded Bones kept hinting at a possible threesome between Poppy, Cas, and Kieran. I'll get jealous if anyone else sees how pretty your legs are. The three of us? ", Casteel: "There's something innately wrong with the idea of being stabbed and then having to clean up my own blood. ", Poppy : "By the way, I'm not yours. Hetalia ff sortkudos 1 - 20 of 31 Works in Poppy. She also has a fondness for sharp, deadly objects. Someone is getting stabbed again. You won't look at me. Its been clear the direction this has been going in, so not sure how you were thrown off in this book. ", Alastir: "I can see why. ", Casteel: "Why would I lie about something like that? Hot . My lips slowly parted as I realized what the lumpy, red mass was. He valued me for who I am and didn't try to control me. Look, heres another super hot guy that loves me too! <-------. Im not going back to the keep. That's why, even when you were the Maiden, you shared your secrets with him and allowed him things you would've never permitted anyone else. Do you even know what could happen during that ritual that would make it so very crude -", Casteel: "Did you bookmark the chapters detailing how Willa spent afternoons entertaining not one but two suitors, one in the front and the other -? Plus, does anyone really think Cas is going to be okay with Poppy having sex with, but him? ", Casteel: "If you open your senses to me right now, you'll know exactly what I'm feeling. You need to read this book. Wait. It's obvious Kieran gets his sense of humor from his father (Jasper), and I love how fierce his baby sister (Vonetta) is. But it is one I will protect until my dying breath. It shouldn't come as a shock, because I was already in love with him the moment my heart broke when I learned the truth of who he was. I took her. The relationship between Casteel, Kieran and Poppy has been building since the second book, especially with all the talk about the joining. Casteel and Kieran have a beautiful life long friendship that brings them as close as brothers. I loved him even though I knew I was a willing pawn to him. At myself. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Slamming the knife down, it scored deep into the wood of the table by the bed, the handle vibrating from the impact. How your stupid dimples are infuriating, but I look for them every time you smile because I know that's a real smile. Because because what if Kieran was wrong? I'm kinda obsessed with Kieran. Elijah laughed as he clapped his hand on Kieran's shoulder, causing the wolven to stumble. Casteel: There is no side of you that is not as beautiful as the other half. ", Poppy: "Why? Kieran reveals that since Casteel cares for Poppy, he would find it repellant to feed from anyone else because it's too intimate. ", Poppy: "I don't want to pretend anymore. ", Casteel: "This reminds me of the stables. ", Poppy: "I will not pretend to be the docile fiance without an audience. You are a puzzle I want to figure out, but at the same time, don't. Kieran & Cass "If I had turned to Casteel in my sleep, Kieran had also turned, as if Casteel were a magnet that drew both of us." I strange turn of phrase. If that is what you choose. I wanted to know about who he used to be before he lost Shea, lost his brother. ", Poppy: "There's something so entirely wrong with you. ", Casteel: "You look You look beautiful, Poppy. ", Kieran: "You don't sound remotely sorry. Jars rattled. In me. ", Kieran: "Other than wondering exactly what choices I made in my life that led me to this exact moment?". Him. 2 years after her sister Alice's mental breakdown, things seem back to normal. She is the reason I came home. ", Poppy: "That and how incredibly disturbing it is.". That and your laugh. The wolven are growing more unpredictable. I'm not like you two. It fits that a Lion would have such a fierce daughter. Either way, none of this is truly shocking. Then -------> after Poppy and him have their first conversation, I was thinking that Poppy might actually get a father figure back in her life. Then, we get our first true taste of Hawke's character When he and Vikter argue about Poppy and him being caught alone together. Thrust among those who see her as a symbol of a monstrous kingdom, she barely knows who she is without the veil of the Maiden. I already knew that, Casteel. Trying to talk about my thoughts on characters, will be a little difficult to not spoil so if you have already read the book, feel free to highlight the hidden text to read. I hope future books either go in one direction or the other: he becomes more included and the relationships feel more equal (I doubt that tho since Poppy & Cas are heartmates), or less included and is just more of a companion. 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