Serenity was a very interesting and intriguing book to read. The author’s world building pulled me right into the story and immersed me in the rich world the book is set in. Serenity has not had it easy from birth and has had to deal with many assassination attempts.
This book was filled with strong, believable and determined characters but the character of Serenity was the most intriguing. She was serene in one aspect but could transform into a cold and calculating woman who didn't pull any punches. And when Serenity did transform from tranquil to calculating, trouble and bloodshed followed. I did enjoy Melchoir's character though he was frustrating to me at times with his stubbornness. I will say that though I enjoyed many of the characters and I hope that some will get their own stories, I definitely wish for Chigaru to get his own story.
Serenity is a fantastic, emotional and heart wrenching read which will have readers on the edge of their seats in suspense, cheering for the romance, dabbing away tears and laughing with its humor. This book will be going in my re-read pile.
Their uneasy alliance could lead to love—if the demon will allow it.
Melchior, King of the Bhresyas, is quickly growing tired of the war between his kind and the humans who view them as demons. He proposes a peace treaty with the most powerful human kingdom. His only stipulation? Once she comes of age, the human queen’s daughter must be his bride.
Serenity has spent her entire life preparing for her role at Melchior’s side. Other women might be frightened, but she embraces her destiny, knowing in her heart that she and Melchior have been twined together by fate.
While he wants cooperation between their two peoples, his union with Serenity cannot and should not lead to love. The more she tries to bring them together, the harder he pushes her away—until she lands in the arms of those who would do her harm.
Love is the answer. But before Melchior admits to his, it may be too late.
Warning: this title contains cursing, a sociopathic heroine, horny males and copious amounts of gratuitous violence.