4.7 stars

This was the conclusion that I was wanting when I started this series. This author has an innate ability to tell a story in a way that I, as the reader, get consumed by what is happening. This is one of the better retellings of Beauty and the Beast that I have read.

In each of the books, the characters have shown real growth and I live for that. They grew as the story grew. Both, Leo and Hayley managed to come into their own more in this last book, especially, Leo, and I have to say I was there for it. I liked watching him show his vulnerable side and getting in touch with his emotions. I understood that it was easier to be the villain, especially, when in the amount of pain that he was in, but seeing him soften was nice. It is not to say that he still isn't a beast of a man, because he is. However, Haley mellows him. She is like a soothing balm to his soul. Let me, also, not forget to mention the steam. The steam was HOT. Leo and his mouth. I shouldn't like it but sweet lord, I did. A LOT.

All of my previous questions were answered. I still hate Caroline with the fiery passion of 10,000 suns. Every book she has been in this Midnight Dynasty interconnected series has me wanting to reach through my kindle and shake her. That means the authors have done their job because there is nothing redeemable about her. NOTHING. There was also a cameo from one of my favorite guys. I liked that his appearance felt natural and like he should have been there. Especially, considering that they have something in common and ultimately was able to help Leo.

This book was almost perfect, except I wanted more of a resolution to Evil Queen Caroline as I wanted more payback. Still, this trilogy is dang good. One of my favorites of the Midnight Dynasty series and one of my favorites of 2021. ( )