", Poppy: "That's' an exaggeration. Casteel's eyes narrowed into thin slits as his gaze returned to Emil. ", Casteel: "I wouldn't be marrying her if I didn't plan on keeping her. And this didn't happen overnight. Accepting him and and allowing myself to feel what I did f or him was a betrayal to those who were lost in all of this, and it felt like a betrayal to myself. To be inside you as I take a part of you inside me. ", Alastir: "I can see why. In War of Two Queens Poppy and. Why did you have to tell me that Hawke was your middle name? ", Kieran: "Wolven body temperatures run higher than normal. I fell in love with her, probably long before I even realized I had. More like ridiculous. No protests. Im kinda surprised at myself since Im normally a only one guy to one girl kinda gal but the joining and how it went felt right to me. And, yes, before you ask, you're free to do as you please. Don't let them steal this.". . Make you come that way. And this last bit gets to the general fans reactions and the authors approach with this series. Theres some contextual things that make me suspect this, but the biggest indicator is that his character (and his relationship with Poppy) seems like its done developing. I immediately thought of the Joining, and the humor dancing across Casteel's face was evidence that he knew where my mind had gone. It was partly the length. Im not insecure enough to care about the opinions of little men. War is only the beginningFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book four in her Blood and Ash series.From the desperation of golden crownsCasteel Da'Neer knows all too well that very few are as cunning or vicious as the Blood Queen, but no one, not even him, could've prepared for the staggering revelations. I know. 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. Vonetta: "Our poor mother spent many moons attempting to teach me how to bake bread. Cas is super possessive of Poppy except with Kieran, and I think its because Kieran almost feels like an extension of Casteel. Casteel dying would be a perfect plot device in that sense. 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. ", Casteel: "Some say patience is a virtue. It is still heavily Cas&Poppy so not sure if we are ever gonna have them all together again or just a one time thing from the joining. That was true the first time I said it to you, and it is still the truth today and tomorrow., Alastir: Penellaphe? Casteel: "But I was once told that the best relationships are the ones where passions run high.". That doesn't mean that it was okay, but I could understand why. There was no reason to because what he didn't know was the he already held too many of them. The King wants to use her to send a message. We haven't been for a very long time. Together, Poppy and Casteel must embrace traditions old and new to safeguard those they hold dearto protect those who cannot defend themselves. It would also force a lot of character development for the two of them as they work through Casteel . ", Kieran: "Then why are you sighing every five minutes? From the moment you stayed instead of walking out of that room at the Red Pearl, I knew you had a warrior's strength and bravery.". Like Liked by 1 person. 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. How youve spoken to me doesnt bother me. Fucking. She thought it would kill him. Casteel is once again a prisoner of . Web There are nights when Casteel and. And I dont 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. Poppy and Casteel had A LOT to work through since he basically kidnapped her to use as ransom against the Queen of Solis in From Blood and Ash. He claims he deserved it each time, and truthfully, he never seemed all that torn up about being stabbed. ", Poppy: "Yes. Poppy: "That and my sparkling personality. Love that for her. The dimple in his right cheek appeared, and then the left. Casteel had faced all his demons found true love and more or less completed his purpose as a. ", Poppy: "I don't want to pretend. Poppy says Poppy is an alien, an object, a computer, your pet. But as soon as they get to know her, none of that will matter. The War of Two Queens is the fourth book in Jennifer L Armentrout's Bestselling Blood and Ash series. ", Casteel: "Lion. I was in love with him, even though that love had been built on a foundation of lies. You did more than most could ever think to do. ", Casteel: "Penellaphe intrigued me from the first moment I spoke to her. Probably had something to do with the fact that they'd be holed up in their private chambers for days after a spat. 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. We're real. You won't look at me. I kept falling when he never once told me not to pick up a sword or bow and instead handed one to me. Casteel: "There is one more thing I need. And this book was marketed, spoken about by the author (she repeatedly said that Cas and Poppy were the main/only relationship for the last several years), and then set up for THREE BOOKS as an exclusive soulmates-style romance. **In Progress/not complete ** Language . ", Poppy: "I know you wanted to marry me partly because it offered me a level of protection -", Casteel: "Originally, Poppy. Sep 30, 2022 - Penellaphe could run me over with a truck and I'd thank her. I am all for it. It's us. Chapters: 2/2 Fandom: Blood and Ash Series - Jennifer L. Armentrout Rating: Explicit Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Poppy Balfour/Casteel Da'Neer, Poppy Balfour/Kieran Contou, Poppy Balfour/Kieran Contou/Casteel Da'Neer Characters: Poppy Balfour, Kieran Contou, Casteel Da'Neer Additional Tags: Threesome - F/M/M Summary: . They are already together non stop, Kieran is their advisor, all major conversations involve the 3. Check out the rest of the Blood & Ash Series, and expect upcoming news for the next installment! Casteel hadn't expected the move, and he slipped to the side - or maybe he was just humoring me. She understands. It was an actual heart. Kiss. ", Kieran: "Please don't die. ", Poppy: "It was the truth when I said you were the first thing I'd ever truly chosen for myself. I wanted to feel him inside me so I couldn't feel anything but him. ", Kieran: "Do me a favor. I chose him because he made me feel like I was something other than the Maiden, and he saw me when no one else ever really did. He. She's intelligent and funny. And as her abilities to feel pain and emotion begin to grow and strengthen, the Atlantians start to fear her. And shes far too reckless, too hungry, to resist the temptation. Trying to talk about my thoughts on characters, will be a little difficult to not spoil so, . ", Poppy: "You could always clean up after yourself. ", Casteel: "I mean, all we're doing is sleeping side by side. . ", Poppy: "Is it really necessary that the three of us sleep so close? It would also force a lot of character. Like Liked by 1 person. I will give you the honor of becoming my husband, because you're already worthy of me. I need to feel your life inside me. ", Poppy: "He told me what it is. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire by Jennifer L. Armentrout is the second book in her Blood and Ash Series, and starts off essentially where we left off in From Blood and Ash, with Poppy in the hands of Casteel/Hawke, struggling with the heartbreak from Hawke's betrayal, and trying to figure out what the truth is. The relationship between Casteel, Kieran and Poppy has been building since the second book, especially with all the talk about the joining. ", Kieran: "You should be asleep like them, Your Highness. ", Casteel: "Let me be enough, at least for tonight. Web 40 CasteelPoppy Kieran Joining Chapter. ", Casteel: "Understandable. I want everything. ", Poppy: "That is not what I said. But he he was the catalyst in a way. Here's a bit of NYE Fluff for Hawke and Poppy. Where From Blood and Ash seemed a little frenzied at times with a . Even when Poppy and Casteel are reunited, Poppys mentally bemoaning Kieran not being around. He answers her questions with no judgement, and is honest with her. I love! This book showed many of the same flaws. Shea, Malik . Casteel: "Sorry. Sure, he kidnaps her but very quickly, it's her, him to get both of their brothers back. JLA said that there are people who want it & who dont and she says she doesnt want to make anyone upset about this. I'm who you call the Dark One. Capture you and use you. 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. I nodded as Casteel cursed when the arrow he'd been pulling on most likely got stuck on something important. Understand? It's still within reach in case you want to stab me. He is convinced that Hawke and Kieran have led them into a trap. At myself. I'm kinda, Poppy and Kieran? Screaming for help. Nothing changes that. Pleasure. ", Casteel: "You look You look beautiful, Poppy. Casteel: "I need to feel your breath in my lungs. My mouth opened, but I truly had nothing to say. Casteel: "You dirty girl. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire was just perfect. I'm expecting some insane drama resulting from the reveal though. ", Casteel: "You're not the only one. With a wound that most likely punctured a lung. ", Casteel: "Unless you have a different idea. His character feels like its at its finale, while Poppy is still rapidly developing into the person shes meant to be. Look, we here at The Library Ladies believe in Every book its reader, and every reader their book. But the converse of that is true: some people make choices of what to read based on what is and what is not in their books. They get interrupted by the Craven, which they fight together, and then they return to the castle. I really like Kieran as a character, and honestly, I wish the author had just left him out of some this purely because I would gobble up a spin-off series about him and his own devoted love interest that is only his, not some weird sharing thing where Casteel will always come first for Poppy and Kieran, yeah, is just kind of there, like the family dog as you said so well! "He's not wounded," Kieran answered. Its uncomfortable, unlikable, and decidedly NOT what I want from my soulmates romance stories. I loved how strong and curious Poppy was. There is an unspoken but strong understanding between the author and the readers of what they are there for, be it happily ever afters, smut, etc. This was a huge disappointment for me. I think you're heartmates. ", Poppy: "Being myself would likely mean arguing with you constantly -", Casteel: "And threatening to stab me. It wasn't the only reason. Yours are the color of an Atlantian spring - of dew-kissed leaves. No warnings. I fell and fell when I realized that Casteel wore many masks for many reasons. Emotionally, I believe you left him shredded. ", Casteel: "Some say all great love stories are. ", Kieran: "Cas told me once that he felt as if he already knew you after speaking with you just a few times.". Web King Casteel DaNeer pronounced. Kieran doesn't show any interest in Poppy like that. Poppy: "Only when it's deserved. And together with his kin, they protect the royal family of Atlantia. ", Kieran: "Dear gods, you have her on her own horse? I loved him even though I knew I was a willing pawn to him. So fun to talk about this book with other fans! ", Casteel: "I would, except I'm feeling incredibly archaic right now, and I want the world to see my fresh mark on your throat. ", Poppy: "It's you. Nykthos is the King of the Gods. But then you insulted her. And completely unexpected. The situation I'm in - that we're in.". ", Kieran: "Well, you do have a habit of doing exactly that.". 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