Web do poppy casteel and kieran get together In War of Two Queens Poppy and Kieran are brought together by Casteels imprisonment. Nothing changes that. **In Progress/not complete ** Language . Together, Poppy and Casteel must embrace traditions old and new to safeguard those they hold dearto protect those who cannot defend themselves. There were plenty of hints in the book that a possible threesome might happen at some point, and while I usually wouldn't mind that level of smut, I just don't see it. ", Casteel: "It's no secret that I planned to use Penellaphe as ransom. 2 years after her sister Alice's mental breakdown, things seem back to normal. Poppy: "There is something so wrong with you! I dont know, I guess I just really like the relationship between Cas and Kieran and it feels like Poppy gets to share in that. There is NO WORDS. You smell like honeydew. ", Kieran: "I would hope not. I loved him even though there was so much I didn't know about him. That and your laugh. What we have here, though, is a masterpiece. Whats more, Ill go as far as to say that had the author set out from the beginning to write a polyamory book (beyond the fact that she failed to truly set that up in any real way), this was a truly bad way to go about it. So fun to talk about this book with other fans! Penellaphe Da'Neer (ne Balfour, pronounced: Pen-nell-uh-fee Bal-floor), often simply named Poppy, is the former Maiden or Chosen One in the Kingdom of Solis and rightful Queen of Atlantia. Yes. Web Kieran Contou Casteel DaNeer. ", Casteel: "She stabbed me in the heart with a bloodstone dagger. Ancient primal powers have already stirred, revealing the horror of what began eons ago. Im not sure if its because of the popularity of the series or what, but it seems that the publisher has taken a very hands-off approach to editing this series. And even a few of the comments/thoughts by Poppy after they were reunited. Hard., Kieran: You do smell like him, but thats not it. from someone else because of his love for Poppy. I was expecting her to have a stronger bloodline, sure but I was not expecting that at all. ", Casteel: "You're right. or. Partly, I think I just really liked the Kieran/Casteel relationship on its own (so rare that you see a friendship between two men this strong in a fantasy novel) and I almost didnt want Poppy encroaching on it. If you haven't read it yet, first of all, do it now. In War of Two Queens, Kieran has been the most wonderful supporter and friend to Poppy. Poppy and Kieran are bonded and Kieran and Cas were previously bonded and still ridiculously close even now without it so what's really going to change if the 3 are bonded together? Named after the Goddess of Wisdom, Loyalty, and Duty?, Alastir: A fitting name for the Maiden, I imagine., Casteel: You wouldnt think that if you knew her., Poppy: If you say I smell like Casteel again, I will punch you in the face. Poppy is the daughter of Queen Isbeth and the god Ires. The last chapters of the book are just epic. And emotional infidelity isnt it, friends. This third installment in the series is excellent. 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. If that had been all, I wouldve overlooked it. 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. 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: . Casteel had faced all his demons, found true love, and more or less completed his purpose as a character. and our ", Casteel: "You just need to be yourself, Poppy. The King wants to use her to send a message. Feedings . I need to feel your life inside me. Web The rescue and Casteel ascending Poppy because he doesnt want to lose her. <-------. Don't let them steal this.". That's why, even when you were the Maiden, you shared your secrets with him and allowed him things you would've never permitted anyone else. ", Casteel: "I mean, all we're doing is sleeping side by side. Soon, she'll be running one of us over instead of stabbing us. He made me feel alive. He hesitated as if to see if I would pull away. I don't know why I look forward to arguing with you, but I do. I wasnt so much surprised by the actual joining itself, either the physical act (though I think it could have been written better) or the magical motivation for the decision. With a wound that most likely punctured a lung. Now that Hawke is Poppy's guard, we start getting a lot of swoon-worthy moments. ", Casteel: "You look You look beautiful, Poppy. The kiss deepened, and the touch of his fangs, his tongue on mine, sent a hot, tight shudder through me. Even when Poppy and Casteel are reunited, Poppys mentally bemoaning Kieran not being around. Utter perfection. ", Poppy: "Kieran? The Dark One. ", Poppy: "I don't know about the warrior part -", Casteel: "I do. Like when the first rays of sun break through the clouds after a heavy storm. There is a level of respect and caring that they have for one another. Casteel: "Forcing a warrior to don a veil of submission was never going to last. Coupons do not apply. To work with him to get both of their brothers back. Casteel: "When will you realize I speak the truth? They believe he has turned into an Ascended. I stepped back, bumping into a shelf. Then -------> after Poppy and him have their first conversation, I was thinking that Poppy might actually get a father figure back in her life. Cookie Notice For saving your life. ", Poppy : "By the way, I'm not yours. Casteel and Kieran have a beautiful life long friendship that brings them as close as brothers. Casteel stared at me, the corners of his lips curving up. ", Casteel: "If I'd known those marks were bites, I would've realized what you were right away. 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. Prince Casteel Da'Neer. I feel like this is all we talk about. Book: The War of Two Queens by Jennifer L. Armentrout, Publishing Info: Blue Box Press, March 2022, Where Did I Get this Book: bought the ebook, Where Can You Get this Book: Amazon| IndieBound | WorldCat, Book Description: From the desperation of golden crowns. ", Casteel: "And I'm so very intrigued now. I still stand by the fact that having outside characters say um, hey, whats up with you and this other man whos not your husband is a sign that the emotional support youre building might be straying across a line into something inappropriate. And I chose him. They are already together non stop, Kieran is their advisor, all major conversations involve the 3. Casteel: "Devilishly handsome? ", Poppy: "Did you just pull me into a pantry?". It always will be. She is joined by Kieran, Casteels best friend who hurts almost as much as she does with Casteels loss. ", Casteel: "You really don't need to encourage her. My boiling blood roared in my ears, through my body, tightening my breasts and settling between my legs, where his fingers ventured dangerously close. ", Casteel: "Some say all great love stories are. And Poppy? ", Poppy: "Some deserve a punch in the face. The Dark One. In some ways, I feel like that lessened what was a great m/m relationship on its own. Touch. ", Kieran: "It's true. Poppy Balfour/Kieran Contou/Casteel Da'Neer; Nesta Archeron/Cassian; Feyre Archeron/Rhysand; Azriel/Gwyneth Berdara; Elain Archeron/Azriel (Queer . (LogOut/ You being mortal or half-Atlantian wouldn't have changed what was already happening. Poppy: "He told me he believed it was the Atlantian blood in him, recognizing mine. ", Poppy: "Do you think I'm going to scream in Casteel's face and run off instead. I also am head over heels with the dark one himself, Casteel. He jerked and growled out a sharp curse, and I knew he'd taken another arrow. I love when you can feel the tension and chemistry between two characters, and it, in this book. A podcast dedicated to fantasy fiction! And Poppy, wouldn't either. Maybe I didn't even say that. Each week Marysa and Vicki will discuss a different book from the fantasy genre. There is a chapter I'm sure you'll be interested in. Poppy says Poppy is an alien, an object, a computer, your pet. Emotionally, I believe you left him shredded."' - A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, p.257. But fearing what you're capable of doesn't mean I fear you. ", Casteel: "How do you know that? It was because he made me feel seen, and he made me feel alive even when I genuinely wanted to cause physical harm to him. When all is revealed, I wonder if Cas will kill him himself, or if he will let Poppy do the honors after that stoning attack.<--------. Thanks for your comment! I do think it was inappropriate, especially for a couple (Poppy/Casteel) that had in no way established together that they have an open relationship. <--------. Like how I want to take your pain away and yet throttle you at the same moment? 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. Today. Plans that could bind their lives together in unexpected ways that neither kingdom is prepared for. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. ", Casteel: "Gods, you feel You feel like all I could ever want. After exploring a particularly spicing section of Miss Willa Collin's Diary Cas gets an idea to bring the three of them together. What we do learn about the world comes through exposition. The magnitude of what the Blood Queen has done is almost unthinkable. Poppy and Casteel get word of Casteel's spies spotting Ian, her brother, in the Capitol. No warnings. ", Casteel: "I hope you don't think I'm foolish enough to trust your vow. Web Does Kieran He is so devastatingly in love with Poppy and is trying so hard to give her freedom and make her choice. ", Kieran: And you still look like you want to murder me. ", Poppy: "Why does everyone act like I'm seconds away from stabbing Casteel? But Poppy is a character portrayed by the musician Moriah Poppy, born Moriah Pereira, created with the director Titanic Sinclair . I was thinking she might have been part Wolven, considering her connection with them, but I. this. "He's not wounded," Kieran answered. And together with his kin, they protect the royal family of Atlantia. Miss Willa has the same sleeping arrangement -", Kieran: "I really hope you two don't turn into one of those couples who are constantly whispering sweet nothings at one another. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. ", Kieran: "I can't wait to see how you two are going to pull this off. Casteel has been gently broaching at least a threesome since book 2. To me it felt like she kinda eased us into it since we pretty much saw this coming. ", Casteel: "She'll most likely be amused that you have done exactly that. Together, they will work to save their King and overthrow the Blood Queen once and for all. But that is my future you are walking away with. Poppy is not only on the verge of losing her heart and being found unworthy by the gods, but also her life when every blood-soaked thread that holds her world together begins to unravel. He is convinced that Hawke and Kieran have led them into a trap. She is more than capable of handling things herself. Poppy stated that she knew and Hawke and Poppy proceeded to sleep together. It's only skin. It's still within reach in case you want to stab me. Phillips and Penellaphe race toward the stables, and Hawke kills Phillips. If so, I will summon him for you. The fact they get married in this book, with two more to go shit is going down. The kind that was so loud and hard, it sounded like it hurt. Poppy: "Only when it's deserved. I remember her admitting (I believe on her facebook page, where she is very active with her fans), that she was not sure if she could write a good high-fantasy, and she didn't know if she would ever publish it. Capture you and use you. Yes to the Joining or no. ", Poppy: "I know, but I want to be here when Delano comes back. I did. cover photo creds: madschofield character creds: JLA from the From Blood and Ash series. and right there, basically, is all the dialogue that happens during this book. None. ", Poppy: "You and I are never going to do anything like what we did before. RATED: 18+ CATEGORY: MOOD: Steamy #Fantasy Exciting, Violence #Romance Emotional. Poppy and Casteel have no desire for anyone but each other, they aren't adding him to their relationship. I am totally trash for didn't get explored more. The threesome itself is definitely a take it or leave it thing for different readers. She just admitted I was right. ", Poppy: "I'm going to ignore that incredibly disturbing possibility. They'd expect me to fall for someone as fiery as she is kind, brave even to a fault. Casteel: "Your heart, Poppy? His character feels like its at its finale, while Poppy is still rapidly developing into the person shes meant to be. This would open up the door for a Kieran/Poppy romance, which wouldnt be shocking as they have a very weird relationship anyway. Privacy Policy. Indeed, Im not sure how you can be a fantasy fan and have problems with that! ", Casteel: "I wouldn't be marrying her if I didn't plan on keeping her. Much like From Blood and Ash, A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire has an amazing story-line, constantly ramping up the action, and the relationships between everyone grow organically. I bit him extra hard for that.". ", Casteel: "Atlantia rose from blood and ash. ", Poppy: "There's something so entirely wrong with you. I'm expecting some insane drama resulting from the reveal though. No protests. Casteel suddenly broke out into deep, thunderous laughter. There is a level of respect and caring that they have for one another. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. ", Poppy: "Even if I wasn't about to become a Princess, I would be up here."". He nipped at my jaw, drawing another gasp from me. To be honest, every day I half-expected to find the Prince sliced up in all the ways a man fears. Any little scenes or story lines I wanted to see when reading the fbaa series. In the heart? ", Poppy: "You're about to get a love tap to your face.". I love when you can feel the tension and chemistry between two characters, and it blows me away in this book. Sadthewidow says: The way Im going to review this book is as follows: Im going to start with a review of the objective state of this book, then move out to my own interpretations, and then briefly discuss the fan reaction. It was just a love lap. The bad boy. But when the earth begins to shake, and the skies start to bleed, it may already be too late. 5 Stories. The stupid dimple in his right cheek appeared. Kieran. ", Poppy: "In my defense, I felt bad afterward. And you're the first person to ever impress her. I expected to be picking up pieces of myself.". What are you two discussing that has Poppy looking as if she's five seconds away from crawling under the table? You just aren't ready to accept it. And Poppy and Casteel together? She has life all laid out for her and longtime boyfriend Scott. Casteel: "I think you feel the exact opposite when it comes to my stupid dimples. I don't want Kieran. Either way, I scrambled to my knees and turned on him, throwing a wild punch. ", Poppy: "He told me what it is. I spent those years far from home working to get close to her. Reply. #forbiddenlove #fantasy #royal #enemiestolovers #marriageofconvenience #mates #touchheranddie #fakerelationship #alpha #plussize, 2020by The Rambling Book Nerd. ", Casteel: "Some say patience is a virtue. I felt him against me for a brief moment, felt the proof of his words. I don't need an explanation of that. This need. Elijah laughed as he clapped his hand on Kieran's shoulder, causing the wolven to stumble. ", Casteel: "Unless you have a different idea. It shouldn't come as a shock, because I was already in love with him the moment my heart broke when I learned the truth of who he was. But hes the one thing in all the kingdoms that you, and only you, never have to fear., Poppy: Dammit. I love her unyielding strength and courage. Then he moved, lifting a hand. ", Casteel: "There's something innately wrong with the idea of being stabbed and then having to clean up my own blood. If they are heartmates (which I think they are), he won't be able to endure that. original characters for the world's best stories. If you had stopped after the first time you referenced her, I wouldve let you walk out of here with just your overinflated sense of self-worth. Casteel: "I'm furious, and yet, at the same time, I'm in awe. You're naked. ", Poppy: "That is not what I said. Forget it.". together. ", Casteel: "But it would give you great satisfaction. And Casteel - he moved so unbelievably fast. ", Kieran: "I would advice against saying that in front of Casteel. Kieran doesn't show any interest in Poppy like that. 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