Mariah has done it again, combined the perfect amount of cutesy, steamy, and action to keep readers hanging onto her every word.

Following my enjoyment of book 1, By The Orchid And The Owl  (which was also a 5⭐️ read), when the opportunity to have book 2 as an ARC arose, I had to get my hands on it!!

The story kicks off from book 1 seamlessly, and the intrigue those in early chapters did not disappoint.

Following on from Rayna's and Coen's journey in book 1, I got to explore their journeys and motives more, both individually and together, and I was here for it. I fell even more in love with them ❤️.  The side characters also really came into their own.

The plot twists throughout the book were unexpected for the most part, and the story had me gripping the edge of my seat as I read. Mariah really knows how to edge her readers - in the best way!

The slow burn was slooooow but was so smooth. I really enjoyed this and was worth the wait 😏..

The story had me in my feels from the very first page, crying with laughter, crying with sadness, crying because I was so angry I wanted to burst, and crying because of the ending and having to wait until we get book 3.

Mariah is mother, and this book is giving!!!!!!