This early review copy was provided to me by author Tessonja Odette. This in no way impacts the rating of the book. All of my reviews contain my honest opinions.
Series: Fae Flings and Corset Strings
Author: Tessonja Odette
Publisher: Crystal Moon Press
Genre: Romantasy
Source: digital, Tessonja Odette
Pages: 409
Synopsis
Two rival writers.
One prestigious publishing contract.
A bargain of hearts and seduction.
They say never bargain with the fae. They also say don’t get drunk on fae wine. Yet romance author Edwina Danforth has managed a blunder with both on her first visit to the infamous faelands. Now she's trapped in a magic-fueled bet she barely remembers with a man she’d be happier to forget. The terms? Whoever can bed the most lovers during their month-long dueling book tour wins a coveted publishing contract.
The win should be easy for Edwina. She’s known for penning scintillating tales of whirlwind romance. There’s just one her imagination vastly exceeds her bedroom experience. But when failure means plummeting her career back into obscurity, losing isn’t an option.
Her handsome fae rival, William Haywood, poses an even greater challenge. Not only are his looks as aggravatingly perfect as his track record behind closed doors, but he has his own reasons for playing to win, and he won’t go down without a fight. Unless, of course, it’s a different kind of going down. In that case, he’s fair game.
Edwina and William clash in a rivalry of romance. But what happens when their objects of desire…turn out to be each other?
A Rivalry of Hearts is a spicy standalone adult fantasy romcom in the Fae Flings and Corset Strings series. Every book in the series can be read on its own in any order and ends with a HEA. If you like academic rivals, enemies to lovers, and quirky heroines, then you’ll love this sizzling tale.
The Fae Flings and Corset Strings series is set in the same world as The Fair Isle Trilogy and Entangled with Fae. Journey back to this beloved fae world or fall in love for the first time.
Thoughts
From the moment Tessonja Odette revealed the cover for 'A Rivalry of Hearts,' I was captivated. The dynamic between the main characters, Edwina and William, was nothing short of enthralling.
Edwina, our female protagonist, was a breath of fresh air in the traditional landscape of romance novels. She turned societal expectations on their head with her unabashed approach to promiscuity. What I found particularly fascinating about her character was the duality of her nature. On one hand, she was almost scientific in her approach to intimacy - analyzing, categorizing, and even experimenting. Yet, on the other hand, she was a hopeless romantic, dreaming of love and connection. This blend of seemingly contrasting traits made her character incredibly endearing and compelling.
Then we have William, our male lead. Despite being an actor, a profession that often demands boldness and loudness, he was surprisingly withdrawn and almost shy. But this didn't make him any less captivating. His unique quirks, such as throwing up from physical intimacy if he wasn't emotionally connected to his partner, made him relatable and human. It was these quirks that made him stand out in a sea of typical romance novel heroes.
The plot of the novel was engrossing. The rivalry between Edwina and William for the publishing contract added another layer of intrigue to their relationship. Each page was filled with witty banter, simmering tension, and a healthy dose of competition.
In summary, 'A Rivalry of Hearts' is a wonderful, spicy rom-com with engaging characters, an exciting plot, and a magical twist. It is a book that I would highly recommend to any fan of romance or fantasy.
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