Wicked

I love these stories, I’ve read everyone of them and I have to say Demetrius, Gryphon, and Ziggy’s stories are my favorite, especially Z’s! This series is amazing and captivating, I couldn’t stop reading. I’m so excited for Max’s story! I hope it’s comes out soon, please don’t keep us waiting!!!

I absolutely loved this book! The only reason I can’t say it was worth the wait is because I’m so impatient, but it was worth it. It gives hope, light, and love. The action was really good too. I can’t wait for the next one. Thank you so much!

This is book 9 in the Eternal Guardians series and it features Zagreus and Talisa. Their past goes through many soul reincarnations. He’s the prince of darkness and she is his light. There are so many threads weaving in and out of the story but it’s not hard to keep track of. There are quite a few plot twists but under it all is a truly beautiful love story.  This story line is amazing, as are the characters. I love that we got to see so many Argonauts and their partners. Already looking forward to the next book in this fantastic series.

First of all, I'd like to say that Elisabeth Naughton is an amazing storyteller. With each book her writing is getting better and better. And I get very excited every time when I hear that she has a new book release. So when I heard about Wicked I naturally had a little dance. Because who doesn't like a tall dark hero, right? This is 14th book in Eternal Guardians series (feels like an eternity since I came across the first book Marked...but I digress). When I heard that we will get a book about Ziggy I wasn't too excited. Why? Well... Do you remember Zagreus from Twisted? Prince of Darkness, Hade's son who is said to be cruel, sadistic and has an unhealthy obsession with nymphs? I thought how can Ms. Naughton take this hero (or anti-hero) and make us, readers, fall in love with him? No way she can do it... And oh boy, how wrong I was! Not only she managed to pull this off, she made me completely, head over heels fall in love with Zagreus :) I read this book in one sitting, husband and kids forgotten, because I couldn't put it down. I went fully expecting Twisted.02, an equally dark and tortured story. But in reality it was quite the opposite. This book is about redemption, forgiveness, healing and ultimate sacrifice. And Talisa, Theron's daughter, the only female who was born with Argonaut markings is the perfect match for Ziggy. In some way she reminded me of Skyla. The same strong (and strong willed) heroine who knows what she wants and is not afraid to go after it. I don't want to give away spoilers, so I will just say that this book exceeded all my expectations and then some. Tempted (Demetrius' book) is my favorite in the series and now it's got some competition! Ha! The story has a very nice pace and great character development. There is no unnecessary angst and a couple of twists, some I expected and some took me by surprise. I was happy that I got to see the characters from previous books like Isa, Demetrius, Cynna, Cerek, Nick and many others. It felt like meeting good old friends from the past :) I have to add that I read this book during Mother's Day weekend and my heart melted when I reached the part where Persephone had a nice and sweet talk with Zagreus. Even though she is a wicked goddess who is in love with Hades, the well-being of her son was always on her mind. So, long story short - get this book! If you are an Eternal Guardians fan like I am, this book is a must! If you are new to Eternal Guardians or Ms. Naughton's stories welcome! This book can be read as a stand alone but it's so much better if you read previous books in the series. Believe me you'll love it! Favorite quote " When a soul has endured terrible things, it can become capable of terrible things...But those things don't define you." - " Hate is a choice".

The eagerly awaited and greatly anticipated story of Zagreus is here! Now we have known him for a long time as a bad dude with little redeeming qualities. So I was more than surprised when I began to fall in love with the son of Hades. He’s had a bad time of it for a very long time (don’t think years but centuries, always searching for his one true love who gets reincarnated every so often but she always dies. The last time he’d seen her was 500 years ago and his situation was getting dire. But just in time, she’s there. He knows it’s her even if she doesn’t know him. This time he won’t let her go. Talisa is the daughter of Theron - leader of the Argonauts. She also has the Argonaut markings but no one will let her train as one. She’s never fit in anywhere and is tired of being held back. So when she feels a strong, undeniable connection to a man in a bar, she goes for it. Too late she realizes he is not anything she thought he was, quite the opposite! The book is full of twist and turns, especially turning a wicked being like Zagreus into someone you actually root for and fall in love with yourself. I enjoyed this one so much it ranks up there as one of my favorites, right next to Demetrius’ story. Get the book, put aside a few hours because you won’t want to put it down. And go ahead and fall in love with Zagreus like the rest of us!

Wicked is everything I thought it would be and then some. Greek mythology, heroes and villains, white versus darkness. Add Ms. Naughton’s amazing writing and storytelling and you’ve got a Wicked. The story of Talisa, Descendant of Hercules, one of the two females ever marked as a Argonaut and gifted with the strength of heroes. Zagreus, Son of Hades, the ultimate bad boy and said to be cruel and sadistic. A chance encounter of the two which causes worlds to collide in a fight of light versus darkness, Sparks to ignite and a race to save mankind. Once again Ms. Naughton has not only brought our beloved characters of the Eternal Guardians, created a world of heroes but shown that regardless of what an soul has endured, of how much darkness. There is always hope for redemption. This book can be read as a standalone. However why would you when the entire series is amazing? ARC review for an honest opinion.

Talisa is a strong stubborn woman. She doesn’t feel she fits in any where. She is looking for something but she doesn’t know it. Zagreus is one strong alpha man. He is searching for his mono mia. Has been for a long time. When they find each other the connection is instant. They both have a lot to work through. Loved they way Talisa has no filter and say what she is thinking. Love that she was able to make Zagreus see things from her prospective. Love this series a must read.