Wicked Steel | Enchanted Elemental Empires: Book 1

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This book is currently on Kindle and Paperback.

By: Harper Lynn

Publication Date: May 23, 2024

Rate: ♥♥♥♥

Read on: Kindle

Book Summary:

In the criminal underworld ruled by the iron-fisted Rhein Mallor, renegade lieutenant Derron Frost walks a treacherous line. Though part of Mallor's empire, Derron's got big dreams of taking over one day, putting him on a collision course with his ruthless boss.

When a mysterious attack destroys the hidden clinic of Mallor's daughter Cara, her forbidden healing gift makes her a pawn in a deeper conspiracy—one that could abolish the balance of power and ignite all-out war across the land. Kidnapped in the resulting chaos, Cara's only hope lies with Derron.

Armed only with his prowess for metal magic and a deepening desire for Cara, the healer who has ensnared his heart, Derron dives into the city's gritty underbelly. Racing against time, he is determined to confront corrupt officials, wary rebels, and encroaching rivals to save Cara, who now, more than ever, needs to trust the cocky lieutenant she once scorned. This unlikely protector, whom she now sees as her sole chance for salvation, could either rescue her or destroy her family's empire completely.

Both Derron and Cara find themselves in a desperate fight for freedom and love, where trust and betrayal are two sides of the same coin.

My Thoughts:

 

This is a Book series written by multiple authors. Each author's book can be read as a stand-alone. However, each author follows a world with different characters and kingdoms. 

This book is set in the Ferric Empire, which has metal elementals. The world has a steampunk mafia vibe. 

Cara, the MFC, is from the ruling family. Her magic can heal people, but it comes at a cost to her life. Cara was a likeable character, but I felt she could have been a bit more forceful. She let people walk all over her.

Derron, the MMC, is a worker. His magic can shape metal, but it also comes at a cost. Derron is a rogue, set on his own path. He's likable in a morally gray way.

I loved the storyline, characters, and world. I can't wait to read book two, Violet Steel, and find out what happens next.

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