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Artefacts of Ouranos #3
Fate of the Sun King
The highly anticipated third installment of the steamy Artefacts of Ouranos series journeys deeper into the glittering fae world as Lor puts both her life and her heart on the line in this enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance.
With the Heart Crown now in her possession, Lor must navigate the dangers of being an heir on the run, knowing more than one power-hungry ruler is after her blood. When she returns to Aphelion to unlock her magic and recover her family's legacy, it becomes clearer than ever that all that’s gold doesn’t sparkle. No stranger to battles, she continues to fight her attraction to the Aurora Prince, understanding this might be the one she finally loses.
As the past mixes with the present, Lor uncovers the truth about the Artefacts and their role in shaping her destiny. Now, her future hangs in the balance, leaving her closer than ever to getting everything she's ever wanted... or losing it all forever.
With the Heart Crown now in her possession, Lor must navigate the dangers of being an heir on the run, knowing more than one power-hungry ruler is after her blood. When she returns to Aphelion to unlock her magic and recover her family's legacy, it becomes clearer than ever that all that’s gold doesn’t sparkle. No stranger to battles, she continues to fight her attraction to the Aurora Prince, understanding this might be the one she finally loses.
As the past mixes with the present, Lor uncovers the truth about the Artefacts and their role in shaping her destiny. Now, her future hangs in the balance, leaving her closer than ever to getting everything she's ever wanted... or losing it all forever.
556 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 4, 2024
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Nisha J. Tuli
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Nisha J. Tuli is the bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen—the first in the Artefacts of Ouranos series—which became a BookTok hit thanks to her amazing fans. The originally self-published series was acquired by Forever Publishing and Orbit UK in 2023, and will soon be published in 15 other languages around the world.
She's also the author of Heart of Night and Fire, a South Asian-inspired fantasy romance and the first in a four-book series. Look for her rom-com debut in 2025 with NSFW (Not Suitable for Work), a workplace rivals to lovers rom-com publishing with Forever.
Nisha lives in Canada, where she spends most of her time reading and writing while enjoying travel, food, and camping with her partner, two kids, and their fluffy Samoyed, Mora.
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Nisha J. Tuli is the bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen—the first in the Artefacts of Ouranos series—which became a BookTok hit thanks to her amazing fans. The originally self-published series was acquired by Forever Publishing and Orbit UK in 2023, and will soon be published in 15 other languages around the world.
She's also the author of Heart of Night and Fire, a South Asian-inspired fantasy romance and the first in a four-book series. Look for her rom-com debut in 2025 with NSFW (Not Suitable for Work), a workplace rivals to lovers rom-com publishing with Forever.
Nisha lives in Canada, where she spends most of her time reading and writing while enjoying travel, food, and camping with her partner, two kids, and their fluffy Samoyed, Mora.
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June 8, 2024
Alright... this book gave so much of what I wanted and needed and in the same breath bombarded me with so many new revelations that now I'm sitting over her with a ton of new questions!
The wait is certainly on for book four now. And the ending! Criminal!
Full RTC 💙
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♡•°`. "'I don't need you to carry me. Besides, you're covered in blood.'
She waves a hand over me and I grin.
'The blood of your enemies, Lor. Ask me and I'll slay anyone for you. I'll burn the world to ash if you so desire.'"
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♡•°`. " 'If anyone dares lay a hand on you , I will make them bleed.
I once broke a woman's arm for stealing my soap, imagine what I'd do if someone hurt my mate.'
The wait is certainly on for book four now. And the ending! Criminal!
Full RTC 💙
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♡•°`. "'I don't need you to carry me. Besides, you're covered in blood.'
She waves a hand over me and I grin.
'The blood of your enemies, Lor. Ask me and I'll slay anyone for you. I'll burn the world to ash if you so desire.'"
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♡•°`. " 'If anyone dares lay a hand on you , I will make them bleed.
I once broke a woman's arm for stealing my soap, imagine what I'd do if someone hurt my mate.'
June 15, 2024
4 ★'s
THAT ENDING SHOULD BE ILLEGAL
It's the cliffhangers of all cliffhangers. I cannot believe I have to wait until November to finish this. My heart is in shambles.
The ending aside… I did really enjoy myself reading this.
Nisha knows her craft. I love how she has built these characters, relationships and dynamics throughout this series, and continues to add more depth and complexity. I was particularly captivated by Lor, Willow & Tristan as they navigated their new dynamic, started their healing journeys and looked towards their future. The nuance and authenticity in their interactions genuinely tugged at my heartstrings. ❤️🩹
Another one of my favourite aspects about this book was reading from Gabriel's pov.
I love a grumpy man, and Gabriel is the epitome of lovable grumpy man. I am gnawing on my fingers to read more of his story in the next book.
I’ve mentioned this briefly in a previous review, but it bears repeating: I am thrilled to see bi/gay characters play such prominent roles. It’s not just a token side character here; their presence is normalized and celebrated. It makes me happy to see each time they're mentioned and finding love with each other. 🏳️🌈
The plot was also very intriguing. Schemes upon schemes upon schemes, not knowing who to trust, and additionally added depth to the world of Ouranos and it's magic systems.
I like that the story (mostly) picks up right where the last chapter ended, with no significant time jumps. However, this also means that the pacing feels a bit slower. I usually prefer my fantasy books to be more action-packed, but here, I did not mind the slower pacing at all, especially as this book was quite information-heavy. Plus, I think those slower in-between moments can be just as important for building dynamics and characters as those more action filled scenes.
A part of me feels a bit conflicted about the romance between our mc's in this book.
On one hand, a simple moment of them holding hands felt like the most magical moment ever, and I loved their evolving dynamic and inside jokes. However, after so much build-up and tension from the previous book, their "grand moment" felt almost a bit sudden(WHICH IS CRAZY BC IT WAS SUCH A SLOW SLOWBURN). It felt like they fell into it too easily? Idk if this is me being insane and just craving more drama, but that moment didn't quite live up to my expectations. (Someone pls validate me👉👈 lol). Nevertheless, I deeply cherish and adore them plenty.<3
Gonna be gnawing on my fingers, updating Nishas website and dream about the finale every day until November 26th and the release of Tale of the Heart Queen.
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Pre-read:
I can't wait any longer. (I finished the 2nd one like 1h ago, patience is not my strong suit ok)
THAT ENDING SHOULD BE ILLEGAL
It's the cliffhangers of all cliffhangers. I cannot believe I have to wait until November to finish this. My heart is in shambles.
The ending aside… I did really enjoy myself reading this.
Nisha knows her craft. I love how she has built these characters, relationships and dynamics throughout this series, and continues to add more depth and complexity. I was particularly captivated by Lor, Willow & Tristan as they navigated their new dynamic, started their healing journeys and looked towards their future. The nuance and authenticity in their interactions genuinely tugged at my heartstrings. ❤️🩹
Another one of my favourite aspects about this book was reading from Gabriel's pov.
I love a grumpy man, and Gabriel is the epitome of lovable grumpy man. I am gnawing on my fingers to read more of his story in the next book.
I’ve mentioned this briefly in a previous review, but it bears repeating: I am thrilled to see bi/gay characters play such prominent roles. It’s not just a token side character here; their presence is normalized and celebrated. It makes me happy to see each time they're mentioned and finding love with each other. 🏳️🌈
The plot was also very intriguing. Schemes upon schemes upon schemes, not knowing who to trust, and additionally added depth to the world of Ouranos and it's magic systems.
I like that the story (mostly) picks up right where the last chapter ended, with no significant time jumps. However, this also means that the pacing feels a bit slower. I usually prefer my fantasy books to be more action-packed, but here, I did not mind the slower pacing at all, especially as this book was quite information-heavy. Plus, I think those slower in-between moments can be just as important for building dynamics and characters as those more action filled scenes.
A part of me feels a bit conflicted about the romance between our mc's in this book.
On one hand, a simple moment of them holding hands felt like the most magical moment ever, and I loved their evolving dynamic and inside jokes. However, after so much build-up and tension from the previous book, their "grand moment" felt almost a bit sudden(WHICH IS CRAZY BC IT WAS SUCH A SLOW SLOWBURN). It felt like they fell into it too easily? Idk if this is me being insane and just craving more drama, but that moment didn't quite live up to my expectations. (Someone pls validate me👉👈 lol). Nevertheless, I deeply cherish and adore them plenty.<3
Gonna be gnawing on my fingers, updating Nishas website and dream about the finale every day until November 26th and the release of Tale of the Heart Queen.
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Pre-read:
I can't wait any longer. (I finished the 2nd one like 1h ago, patience is not my strong suit ok)
April 2, 2024
This series is just really good. I think if I hadn't read ACOTAR and found this series - it still would've pushed me into wanting to read more fantasy and that's saying something!! I took a break from reading fantasy for a while, and this is the series that got me back into it after a serious ACOTAR-like Kindle Unlimited reading binge.
I highly recommend that anyone who's looking for a series with great world-building, a slow-mutlitple-books-burn, and characters with a little more grit - try out the Artefacts of Ouranos series!!
**Thank you to Forever (Grand Central Publishing), Forever& NetGalley for the advanced reader copy. I received this book for free, but all thoughts are my own. – SLR 🖤
I highly recommend that anyone who's looking for a series with great world-building, a slow-mutlitple-books-burn, and characters with a little more grit - try out the Artefacts of Ouranos series!!
**Thank you to Forever (Grand Central Publishing), Forever& NetGalley for the advanced reader copy. I received this book for free, but all thoughts are my own. – SLR 🖤
May 22, 2024
if i hear the name lightning bug ONE MORE TIME i will scream
February 28, 2024
I think we can all agree lighting bug is a terrible nickname
April 24, 2024
4.25-4.5⭐️ uhm excuse me what the actual freak.. how am I supposed to form coherent thoughts after reading those last pages??🫢😧🥲
this series quickly became one of my favorites are reading the first 2 books back in Dec 2023- and holy guacamole a lot of exciting stuff happened in this book! I loved the different timelines and POVs and I’m so happy we got one from Gabriel as well😍
so many things happened - it felt a bit slow sometimes, but that’s only because I was so curious/excited about that would happen next! there are so many amazing characters in this world and Lor is just 🤌🏼🤌🏼! she is such a strong and fierce FMC and I cannot wait to see what happens in the final book - I have so many questions I need answered! I'm also a little afraid 🙈
I love the growth/character development these characters have and the found family is like a big warm hug!🥹
also, YAAYYY!! it finally happened!! #iykyk #inmate hehehehehe🤭
I don’t understand how this series isn’t more hyped because it truly deserves to be!
side note, I loved the glossary!! why do more books not include one? it’s genius!😍
I was so lucky to get an ARC (BIG thank you Nisha!!) - all thoughts and opinions are my own and honest ones 🙌🏼✨
this series quickly became one of my favorites are reading the first 2 books back in Dec 2023- and holy guacamole a lot of exciting stuff happened in this book! I loved the different timelines and POVs and I’m so happy we got one from Gabriel as well😍
so many things happened - it felt a bit slow sometimes, but that’s only because I was so curious/excited about that would happen next! there are so many amazing characters in this world and Lor is just 🤌🏼🤌🏼! she is such a strong and fierce FMC and I cannot wait to see what happens in the final book - I have so many questions I need answered! I'm also a little afraid 🙈
I love the growth/character development these characters have and the found family is like a big warm hug!🥹
also, YAAYYY!! it finally happened!! #iykyk #inmate hehehehehe🤭
I don’t understand how this series isn’t more hyped because it truly deserves to be!
side note, I loved the glossary!! why do more books not include one? it’s genius!😍
I was so lucky to get an ARC (BIG thank you Nisha!!) - all thoughts and opinions are my own and honest ones 🙌🏼✨
June 6, 2024
2.5. Honestly, these books are super mid. If you don’t mind inconsistent characters, juvenile writing, warmed over Bootok cliches, or a Walmart brand ACOTAR copy-cat, then this series is for you.
There’s only one left so I’ll finish the series, but I’m still gonna complain about it.
There’s only one left so I’ll finish the series, but I’m still gonna complain about it.
July 13, 2024
I SUFFERED AND IM HAPPY ABOUT IT. INFINITY STARS.
May 30, 2024
Fate of the Sun King is book 3 in the Artefacts of Ouranos series. Those with stellar memory may recall that Trial of the Sun Queen (book 1) wasn’t my favorite, but then by Rule of the Aurora King (book 2) I was eating it up! As I sat down to read book 3 I was very eager to be back in this world and find out what next is in store for Lor, Nadir, and crew, especially after where things left off when we last saw them.
What I loved so deeply about book 2 was Lor and Nadir’s banter. The true capital E enemies to lovers of it all. The tension! The will they won’t they! THE SLOW BURN!! I knew heading into book 3 that we were finally going to get to see these two be together and man oh man was the wait going to be worth it!! Except unfortunately, when that moment finally came, I found myself puzzled and wishing we could slow things back down and pump the brakes.
During book 2 when we learned about Serce and Wolf’s love story and the fact that they were mates, it was an ah-ha! moment as the reader. SURELY Lor and Nadir must also be mates too! And *spoiler alert* yes they are. The only problem is that for all of the build up, when Lor finally learns about mates and realizes Nadir is her’s… she almost immediately accepts this? We go from 0 to 100 SOOOO FAST. She puts two and two together, they have their conversation about it, FINALLY sleep together (PRAISE BE), and then it’s like a flip is switched. Lor and Nadir go from resisting one another for two and a half books to almost instantly after one conversation being so in love, outwardly showing it, and telling nearly everyone that they are mates (????). I want them to be happy, I do! But this felt too sudden for my personal preference, incongruent with the previous slow build, and as a result it took me out of the story a bit.
Apart from our main couple, in Fate of the Sun King, there is a lot of other ground covered. We learn a great deal about the shady doings of Atlas, the backstory of Gabriel (poor Gabe!!), and are introduced to a plethora of new characters. Similarly to book 2, there is a dual timeline and multiple POVs. This time, during the flashbacks we glean information about the origin of the Artefacts and each kingdom’s ruler’s ascent to high fae. I think Tuli has done an impressive job building this world over the course of this series, and book 3 is no exception on this front.
However, though I do find the world building and history in these books remarkable, it does not lend to these books being particularly short. Fate of the Sun King specifically sits at 556 pages and man it FELT like it. The reason I mention this is not because I hate long books (not true!) but because a long book works for me when it doesn’t feel tedious to get through. Book 2 in this series is shorter, but still sizable, and it went QUICK. I was turning the pages to find out what happened next. In contrast, my experience with book 3 was that it felt like more of a trudge to get to the end.
In summary, Fate of the Sun King was a bit of a mixed bag for me. While I was happy to be back in Ouranos and with these characters, I found myself missing the tension and animosity between our leads, and the page-turning feeling I felt from book 2. The beauty of reading is that it is subjective, and I do not think that everyone will share my opinion. Readers that enjoyed the first two installments in this series will likely enjoy book 3 just as much! With only one book in the series remaining, I will likely pick it up to see how this story ends. However, I will be doing so with some trepidation as I have just learned that the final installment is the longest in length. Perhaps an audiobook may be the format I decide to go with instead :)
Thank you Forever and NetGalley for access to an early copy in exchange for an honest review!
What I loved so deeply about book 2 was Lor and Nadir’s banter. The true capital E enemies to lovers of it all. The tension! The will they won’t they! THE SLOW BURN!! I knew heading into book 3 that we were finally going to get to see these two be together and man oh man was the wait going to be worth it!! Except unfortunately, when that moment finally came, I found myself puzzled and wishing we could slow things back down and pump the brakes.
During book 2 when we learned about Serce and Wolf’s love story and the fact that they were mates, it was an ah-ha! moment as the reader. SURELY Lor and Nadir must also be mates too! And *spoiler alert* yes they are. The only problem is that for all of the build up, when Lor finally learns about mates and realizes Nadir is her’s… she almost immediately accepts this? We go from 0 to 100 SOOOO FAST. She puts two and two together, they have their conversation about it, FINALLY sleep together (PRAISE BE), and then it’s like a flip is switched. Lor and Nadir go from resisting one another for two and a half books to almost instantly after one conversation being so in love, outwardly showing it, and telling nearly everyone that they are mates (????). I want them to be happy, I do! But this felt too sudden for my personal preference, incongruent with the previous slow build, and as a result it took me out of the story a bit.
Apart from our main couple, in Fate of the Sun King, there is a lot of other ground covered. We learn a great deal about the shady doings of Atlas, the backstory of Gabriel (poor Gabe!!), and are introduced to a plethora of new characters. Similarly to book 2, there is a dual timeline and multiple POVs. This time, during the flashbacks we glean information about the origin of the Artefacts and each kingdom’s ruler’s ascent to high fae. I think Tuli has done an impressive job building this world over the course of this series, and book 3 is no exception on this front.
However, though I do find the world building and history in these books remarkable, it does not lend to these books being particularly short. Fate of the Sun King specifically sits at 556 pages and man it FELT like it. The reason I mention this is not because I hate long books (not true!) but because a long book works for me when it doesn’t feel tedious to get through. Book 2 in this series is shorter, but still sizable, and it went QUICK. I was turning the pages to find out what happened next. In contrast, my experience with book 3 was that it felt like more of a trudge to get to the end.
In summary, Fate of the Sun King was a bit of a mixed bag for me. While I was happy to be back in Ouranos and with these characters, I found myself missing the tension and animosity between our leads, and the page-turning feeling I felt from book 2. The beauty of reading is that it is subjective, and I do not think that everyone will share my opinion. Readers that enjoyed the first two installments in this series will likely enjoy book 3 just as much! With only one book in the series remaining, I will likely pick it up to see how this story ends. However, I will be doing so with some trepidation as I have just learned that the final installment is the longest in length. Perhaps an audiobook may be the format I decide to go with instead :)
Thank you Forever and NetGalley for access to an early copy in exchange for an honest review!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 19, 2024
Screaming. Crying. Throwing UP.
WHAT DID I JUST READ! I have so many thoughts yet none at all. I just… I need a minute to process. Full review coming when my brain can form coherent thoughts.
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Update: my brain still can’t form coherent thoughts about this book, but here I am. Everything about this book was so well done! From the glossary of characters at the beginning to remind us who’s who, the impeccable storytelling, and most importantly all the twists along the way (almost none of which I predicted) especially the one at the end. Nisha… ma’am how dare you leave me like this until November 😵💫
If you haven’t read this series yet, what are you waiting for? Go run to read Trial of the Sun Queen and Rule of the Aurora King then snatch this up when it publishes on June 4!
Big thank you to NetGalley, the alarm I set so I could snag this while it was “read now”, Nisha, and Orbit for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
WHAT DID I JUST READ! I have so many thoughts yet none at all. I just… I need a minute to process. Full review coming when my brain can form coherent thoughts.
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Update: my brain still can’t form coherent thoughts about this book, but here I am. Everything about this book was so well done! From the glossary of characters at the beginning to remind us who’s who, the impeccable storytelling, and most importantly all the twists along the way (almost none of which I predicted) especially the one at the end. Nisha… ma’am how dare you leave me like this until November 😵💫
If you haven’t read this series yet, what are you waiting for? Go run to read Trial of the Sun Queen and Rule of the Aurora King then snatch this up when it publishes on June 4!
Big thank you to NetGalley, the alarm I set so I could snag this while it was “read now”, Nisha, and Orbit for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
June 19, 2024
4.5 stars ⭐️ - liked the 2nd one a bit better. but FUCK what was that ending?
June 7, 2024
First and foremost, thank you to Nisha J.Tuli, Net Galley, and my phone alarm for providing me with an ARC copy.
Secondly, do you like a sharp tongued FMC who loves scented soaps and broody fae men? Do you, too, also have a thing for women who punch first and ask later? Do you like girls with daggers? And complicated feelings? Maybe a lost royal? Am I talking about Aelin Galathynius? No. But if you love her, you’ll really love Lor. Lor actually cusses. And Nadir, but I’m a girl’s girl, so mostly you’ll love Lor.
Of course if you haven’t read the series, don’t start with this one. Start with Trial of The Sun Queen. If you’re not hooked with the first sentence, you are a liar. This series has humor, sass, a great but not overly complicated magical system, tons of action without being overwhelming, and all my favorite tropes.
-Enemies to Lovers
-But only one of them knows they’re enemies
-Grumpy Hot Men with powers I don’t understand
-Fated Mates
-An asshole with light hair and wings
-A trial
-Soap and fistfights
I’d like to finish my review by saying, Nisha, I would read a grocery list if you wrote it, but how dare you for that ending? These were my good eyes… AND
Atlas, I’m the creature hiding under your bed, fuck boy.
Secondly, do you like a sharp tongued FMC who loves scented soaps and broody fae men? Do you, too, also have a thing for women who punch first and ask later? Do you like girls with daggers? And complicated feelings? Maybe a lost royal? Am I talking about Aelin Galathynius? No. But if you love her, you’ll really love Lor. Lor actually cusses. And Nadir, but I’m a girl’s girl, so mostly you’ll love Lor.
Of course if you haven’t read the series, don’t start with this one. Start with Trial of The Sun Queen. If you’re not hooked with the first sentence, you are a liar. This series has humor, sass, a great but not overly complicated magical system, tons of action without being overwhelming, and all my favorite tropes.
-Enemies to Lovers
-But only one of them knows they’re enemies
-Grumpy Hot Men with powers I don’t understand
-Fated Mates
-An asshole with light hair and wings
-A trial
-Soap and fistfights
I’d like to finish my review by saying, Nisha, I would read a grocery list if you wrote it, but how dare you for that ending? These were my good eyes… AND
Atlas, I’m the creature hiding under your bed, fuck boy.
July 4, 2024
The last 100 pages are the best work i've ever read in fantasy. The rest of the book was kinda boring. That ending was UGH. Personally not a Nadir and Lor fan. Good book will read the next!!!!!!!
June 16, 2024
3.5⭐️
I liked this but didn’t love it. It was a fast-paced book and the writing was really similar to the previous books. The plot of the series advanced a bit but not all that much so I’m hoping for a lot more to happen in the final book of the series but I’m glad the romance did progress in this one. I like Lor and Nadir together. I enjoyed this group of characters a lot. They’re fun and funny and the dialogue they have keeps things lighthearted through the tense situations they’re put through. The end left off on a huge cliffhanger but I have a strong feeling it’s not actually going to be something that impacts a lot of the next book…
I liked this but didn’t love it. It was a fast-paced book and the writing was really similar to the previous books. The plot of the series advanced a bit but not all that much so I’m hoping for a lot more to happen in the final book of the series but I’m glad the romance did progress in this one. I like Lor and Nadir together. I enjoyed this group of characters a lot. They’re fun and funny and the dialogue they have keeps things lighthearted through the tense situations they’re put through. The end left off on a huge cliffhanger but I have a strong feeling it’s not actually going to be something that impacts a lot of the next book…
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March 14, 2024I GOT THE ARC I GOT THE ARC
SCREAMING AND CRYING 😭😭😭 I'm sorry I'm having a mental breakdown 😭😭 (the good kind I swear) I can't believe I can go back to this world now and Lor and Nadir will finally do it😭😂
SCREAMING AND CRYING 😭😭😭 I'm sorry I'm having a mental breakdown 😭😭 (the good kind I swear) I can't believe I can go back to this world now and Lor and Nadir will finally do it😭😂
March 22, 2024
This was the perfect follow up to Rule of the Aurora King. It’s the perfect blend of answers and mystery and the perfect blend of romance and action. I loved the multiple POVS and the few glimpses of past timelines. It made for such a layered story that I couldn’t get enough of. I have loved every moment of Lor’s journey, but the personal growth she goes through in this book takes the cake. We gotta take a moment to appreciate the found family in this book because I love them all so much. It’s such a powerful move to be able to combine funny moments, swoon worthy confessions, and hilarious encounters and Nisha did that all perfectly. I also just want to say… FINALLY!!! I’ll leave it at that, IYKYK. Going into this I was a little nervous by the length knowing there is a 4th book coming but I seriously felt like I blinked and the entire book was over. It was so so good and I’m already impatiently waiting the next book!
Trial of the Sun Queen ★★★★.5
Rule of the Aurora King ★★★★★
Other NJT books
Wicked is the Reaper ★★★★
Feral is the Beast ★★★★★
Heart of Night and Fire ★★★★★
Trial of the Sun Queen ★★★★.5
Rule of the Aurora King ★★★★★
Other NJT books
Wicked is the Reaper ★★★★
Feral is the Beast ★★★★★
Heart of Night and Fire ★★★★★
June 10, 2024
Okay, first of all, idk if I'm just in a different headspace or what, but when I read the first two books earlier this year I loved them. But reading this third book, I just felt like I was reading ACOTAR all over again. This entire book felt like ACOTAR. From the different kingdoms (or courts) with their specific vibes (Woodlands/Fall, Aurora/night, Aphelion/Summer, etc.), to the fucking high fae mates who can communicate telepathically. This fucking story is so overdone, it's insane. I'm SO sick of reading the word "mate." It was a sweet sentiment the first time I read a series with that concept, but after reading it in a dozen more books, I'm FED up. It is the most unoriginal piece of literature I have ever read. Between basically being a series that is ACOTAR with the names changed, the heroine having a gift for lighting (Violet), and Lor being a "final tribute," it just feels like a gallimaufry of all books the author has ever read.
That said, I did read this book fairly quickly because it was such an easy and honestly enjoyable read, even if I did feel like I was re-reading ACOTAR.
Some things I enjoyed about the book are that we get more POVs and get to understand other characters a lot better. I enjoyed the romance between Nadir and Lor. I loved that Nadir kept his promise to himself not to push her again, and to let her come to terms with everything on her own.
Something I am a bit miffed about (though in a fun way), is that I now have to wait until November to see what happens after those major freaking cliff hangers at the end. Like HUGE. However, considering how much this series is like ACOTAR, I'm honestly not too stressed out about it because I feel like it's just following the same story as ACOTAR, so everything will be okay.
Okay, editing with some additional thoughts:
Perhaps because there are so many elements from different books, it would be hard for one single person to go after her, but I feel like Suzanne Collins, Sarah J. Maas, and Rebecca Yarros need to team up and sue that girl. I mean, listen, I know at this point in time, it is really difficult to create new art that has never been done before. I get that. But this felt absolutely blatant. Like no attempt at originality was made in the slightest.
And I really do feel bad saying all this, because Nisha Tuli is a person with thoughts and feelings. But I think this needs to be said. Rather than consuming a bunch of fantasy novels and then regurgitating the parts you liked from each, perhaps try thinking up your own story to tell. Give the readers quality. This feels cheap. Like, "oh, I'll just do this because I can and I know some poor saps will eat this up and I'll make a bunch of money."
So, Nisha, I truly loved the first two books. But please for the love of God, give us something original for the fourth book.
That said, I did read this book fairly quickly because it was such an easy and honestly enjoyable read, even if I did feel like I was re-reading ACOTAR.
Some things I enjoyed about the book are that we get more POVs and get to understand other characters a lot better. I enjoyed the romance between Nadir and Lor. I loved that Nadir kept his promise to himself not to push her again, and to let her come to terms with everything on her own.
Something I am a bit miffed about (though in a fun way), is that I now have to wait until November to see what happens after those major freaking cliff hangers at the end. Like HUGE. However, considering how much this series is like ACOTAR, I'm honestly not too stressed out about it because I feel like it's just following the same story as ACOTAR, so everything will be okay.
Okay, editing with some additional thoughts:
Perhaps because there are so many elements from different books, it would be hard for one single person to go after her, but I feel like Suzanne Collins, Sarah J. Maas, and Rebecca Yarros need to team up and sue that girl. I mean, listen, I know at this point in time, it is really difficult to create new art that has never been done before. I get that. But this felt absolutely blatant. Like no attempt at originality was made in the slightest.
And I really do feel bad saying all this, because Nisha Tuli is a person with thoughts and feelings. But I think this needs to be said. Rather than consuming a bunch of fantasy novels and then regurgitating the parts you liked from each, perhaps try thinking up your own story to tell. Give the readers quality. This feels cheap. Like, "oh, I'll just do this because I can and I know some poor saps will eat this up and I'll make a bunch of money."
So, Nisha, I truly loved the first two books. But please for the love of God, give us something original for the fourth book.
June 15, 2024
I'm sorry, but what??????
January 10, 2024
I already know this book will be off the charts so😮💨
June 19, 2024
Thank you so much to Forever and Netgalley for providing an advanced copy of this! All thoughts and opinions are still my own.
One of my most anticipated sequels of the year and it definitely didn't disappoint!
I started this series earlier this year and have completely fallen head over heels in love with it. This is a great twist on some classic fantasy romance themes and I'm wholly addicted.
I don't want to go into too much detail since this is so far into the series, but I love how the relationship, magic, and world is developing. This had so many twists and turns that I didn't see coming and I can't wait to see how it all wraps up in book 4!
I'm so glad we're getting books 3 and 4 so close together because I truly don't know how I'd wait a year for that conclusion 😅
One of my most anticipated sequels of the year and it definitely didn't disappoint!
I started this series earlier this year and have completely fallen head over heels in love with it. This is a great twist on some classic fantasy romance themes and I'm wholly addicted.
I don't want to go into too much detail since this is so far into the series, but I love how the relationship, magic, and world is developing. This had so many twists and turns that I didn't see coming and I can't wait to see how it all wraps up in book 4!
I'm so glad we're getting books 3 and 4 so close together because I truly don't know how I'd wait a year for that conclusion 😅
May 14, 2024
Seriously Nisha?! You're gonna do me like that???!!!
The entire entourage is hiding in plain sight and I was anxious for them. Who would find them first — Nadir's dad or the equally awful Sun King? While I waited to find out, I learned so much more about the history of the realms, the diabolical schemes of those in power, and what must happen to make things right. I think I know, but I need more details to be sure. Book four needs to appear in my hands pronto.
I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoyed getting other perspectives for this story. I could finally root for these characters, understanding their motives and emotions. All I wanted was for Lor to finally see Nadir and when she finally did, when she finally accepted that her anger wasn't truly with him, when she recognized everything they could be together, I was delirious with hope and happiness. All I want is to see this couple triumph over it all, knowing they are end game.
This was my favourite book of the series so far, even though it practically killed me in the end. While I'm tired of the heroines of fantasy books being the 'greatest person of all time', I do believe Lor and her siblings deserve all of the blessings that seem to be in store for them. They've suffered more than anyone should have to, especially when their suffering was due to their ancestor's transgressions. But it seems that there is so much more to the story and I'm loving how complicated everything is getting.
Kudos to the author for keeping all of these facts straight, tempting me with juicy morsels, leaving me begging for more. I'm sitting here absolutely devastated and excited for the next book.
The entire entourage is hiding in plain sight and I was anxious for them. Who would find them first — Nadir's dad or the equally awful Sun King? While I waited to find out, I learned so much more about the history of the realms, the diabolical schemes of those in power, and what must happen to make things right. I think I know, but I need more details to be sure. Book four needs to appear in my hands pronto.
I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoyed getting other perspectives for this story. I could finally root for these characters, understanding their motives and emotions. All I wanted was for Lor to finally see Nadir and when she finally did, when she finally accepted that her anger wasn't truly with him, when she recognized everything they could be together, I was delirious with hope and happiness. All I want is to see this couple triumph over it all, knowing they are end game.
This was my favourite book of the series so far, even though it practically killed me in the end. While I'm tired of the heroines of fantasy books being the 'greatest person of all time', I do believe Lor and her siblings deserve all of the blessings that seem to be in store for them. They've suffered more than anyone should have to, especially when their suffering was due to their ancestor's transgressions. But it seems that there is so much more to the story and I'm loving how complicated everything is getting.
Kudos to the author for keeping all of these facts straight, tempting me with juicy morsels, leaving me begging for more. I'm sitting here absolutely devastated and excited for the next book.
June 4, 2024
✨𝑨𝑹𝑪 𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘✨
📖: Fate of the Sun King (Artefacts of Ouranos Book 3)
💻: Available June 4, 2024
In this third installment, odious revelations, hidden foes, and secrets are slowly uncovered. Lor and her allies embark on a quest to find answers about the hidden magic and Artefacts. Will their perilous journey lead them to salvation or ruin?
Tropes/themes:
👀 Multi POV
🚫 Touch him/her & 💀
🗣️ Banter
💫 Magic & bonds
🏰 Intrigue
🧑🧒🧒 Found family
🤝 Fated mates
🤫 Secrets
🌶️: moderate - high
“𝘏𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘺 𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘺𝘦𝘴.”
“𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘶𝘴, 𝘐 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯, 𝘐'𝘭𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦."
This book focuses on several characters from the past and present. We learn their motivations, fears, and aspirations. I especially enjoyed Gabriel’s POV and the introduction of several new characters.
Alternating between different timelines, Nisha seamlessly composes a richly woven story that expands the world and deepens the connection to the main characters. The slow burn was as tantalizing as it was epic. I was waiting with bated breath for our tortured heroes to finally surrender to their angsty pining over the last two books! Their passion was electrifying, insatiable, and completely worth the wait 😮💨
Fate of the Sun King is an exhilarating installment brimming with action, steamy romance, and dangerous intrigue. The ending had me on the edge of my seat and desperate for the next book!
Huge thanks to the author, Forever, and NetGalley for this advanced copy! This is my honest and voluntary review
📖: Fate of the Sun King (Artefacts of Ouranos Book 3)
💻: Available June 4, 2024
In this third installment, odious revelations, hidden foes, and secrets are slowly uncovered. Lor and her allies embark on a quest to find answers about the hidden magic and Artefacts. Will their perilous journey lead them to salvation or ruin?
Tropes/themes:
👀 Multi POV
🚫 Touch him/her & 💀
🗣️ Banter
💫 Magic & bonds
🏰 Intrigue
🧑🧒🧒 Found family
🤝 Fated mates
🤫 Secrets
🌶️: moderate - high
“𝘏𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘺 𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘺𝘦𝘴.”
“𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘶𝘴, 𝘐 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯, 𝘐'𝘭𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦."
This book focuses on several characters from the past and present. We learn their motivations, fears, and aspirations. I especially enjoyed Gabriel’s POV and the introduction of several new characters.
Alternating between different timelines, Nisha seamlessly composes a richly woven story that expands the world and deepens the connection to the main characters. The slow burn was as tantalizing as it was epic. I was waiting with bated breath for our tortured heroes to finally surrender to their angsty pining over the last two books! Their passion was electrifying, insatiable, and completely worth the wait 😮💨
Fate of the Sun King is an exhilarating installment brimming with action, steamy romance, and dangerous intrigue. The ending had me on the edge of my seat and desperate for the next book!
Huge thanks to the author, Forever, and NetGalley for this advanced copy! This is my honest and voluntary review
June 27, 2024
WHAT. THE. FUCK
June 26, 2024
3.5⭐️ I really liked the history of Ouranos and the backstory on the OG rulers we got in this book!! I did miss the angsty slow burn banter though! the book overall is fun but it definitely had corny moments. There were times when I was laughing out loud to parts that weren’t supposed to be funny 😅 with that being said I’m addicted to these books and looking forward to the last one
April 12, 2024
I was lucky enough to receive an arc copy of this book and let me tell you what, I loved it!
This was the perfect follow up to the first two novels. Nisha writes so fluidly, allowing you to be truly immersed in world.
The slow burn just gets even better and we see way more of the inner circle. We learn a lot about the history of Ouranos as well.
The ending left me awestruck and needing more. 4.5 stars. 3 🌶️
This was the perfect follow up to the first two novels. Nisha writes so fluidly, allowing you to be truly immersed in world.
The slow burn just gets even better and we see way more of the inner circle. We learn a lot about the history of Ouranos as well.
The ending left me awestruck and needing more. 4.5 stars. 3 🌶️
June 9, 2024
if you’re in the mood for a delicious romantasy series rich in worldbuilding, tension, banter, and plot twists…..PICK THESE BOOKS UP RIGHT NOW.
y’all already know that i loved trial of the sun queen and rule of the aurora king — and i’m here to say that fate of the sun king might be my favorite yet.
while this installment lacks the high stakes of book one, and a bit of the sizzling tension of book two, it NAILS the worldbuilding, the pacing, and the complex, twisty plot that’s been slowly unraveling over the course of the series. this book FEEDS you — not just full-steam-ahead spice, for which we’ve all been patiently waiting for (and it delivers), but also meaningful story. the story in fate jumps from place to place a bit more than in the previous two, making the world feel more fleshed out and immersive, and the slew of fun, quirky side characters (like my sweet angel gabriel) play a bigger role in this one, making it all feel a little more impactful.
the tldr? this was EXCELLENT fantasy, with enough romance to tie all the threads together in a fun, spicy little bow.
without spoiling the first two, fate of the sun king picks up where aurora king left off, with our characters in mortal peril (as usual), frantic as they scheme and plot to figure out how to unlock their powers and triumph over evil. several different types of evil.
while lor’s story is the main dish here, i found myself even more interested in the side plots and the new POVs, making this feel like a veritable smorgasbord of perspectives, plot lines, and plot twists. buckle up for a ride — and run to my DMs when you read the last page so we can theory spiral over what it all means.
pick this series up if you like badass FMCs carrying a lot of ancestral baggage, shadow (aurora?) daddies who know how to use their magic, and a cast of side characters-turned-family that make this story hard to put down and a blast to read.
already dying for the fourth book, but also not ready in any way to say goodbye to these characters. the eternal dilemma.
thanks to forever and netgalley for the opportunity to read an early copy!
y’all already know that i loved trial of the sun queen and rule of the aurora king — and i’m here to say that fate of the sun king might be my favorite yet.
while this installment lacks the high stakes of book one, and a bit of the sizzling tension of book two, it NAILS the worldbuilding, the pacing, and the complex, twisty plot that’s been slowly unraveling over the course of the series. this book FEEDS you — not just full-steam-ahead spice, for which we’ve all been patiently waiting for (and it delivers), but also meaningful story. the story in fate jumps from place to place a bit more than in the previous two, making the world feel more fleshed out and immersive, and the slew of fun, quirky side characters (like my sweet angel gabriel) play a bigger role in this one, making it all feel a little more impactful.
the tldr? this was EXCELLENT fantasy, with enough romance to tie all the threads together in a fun, spicy little bow.
without spoiling the first two, fate of the sun king picks up where aurora king left off, with our characters in mortal peril (as usual), frantic as they scheme and plot to figure out how to unlock their powers and triumph over evil. several different types of evil.
while lor’s story is the main dish here, i found myself even more interested in the side plots and the new POVs, making this feel like a veritable smorgasbord of perspectives, plot lines, and plot twists. buckle up for a ride — and run to my DMs when you read the last page so we can theory spiral over what it all means.
pick this series up if you like badass FMCs carrying a lot of ancestral baggage, shadow (aurora?) daddies who know how to use their magic, and a cast of side characters-turned-family that make this story hard to put down and a blast to read.
already dying for the fourth book, but also not ready in any way to say goodbye to these characters. the eternal dilemma.
thanks to forever and netgalley for the opportunity to read an early copy!
March 28, 2024
thank you Forever and Netgalley for the ARC !!
June 24, 2024
I love Nadir and I am not okay 😭
July 10, 2024
3.5🌟 i expected more :(
April 3, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. I was super excited to be able to read this ARC of the third book. I feel like it was a little slow for the first third of the book just building up, but that is understandable. I loved seeing how Lor, Willow, and Tristan are becoming more confident with who they are (I can't wait for more with Tristan). Of course, always here for Lor and Nadir's story, but way to rip out a girl's heart with the ending... Now I have to wait for book four. Over all it was well written, it had a nice build-up and left me wanting more. Nisha has become one of my favorite authors.
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