Title: War Forged

Heat Level: 4/5

Genre/subgenre: SciFi Romance

Target audience (age group, reader type): Adult

Word count or page count: 67817/299

Release date: Aug-22

Publisher: Sevannah Storm

 

Series info: The Gifting Series #4

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Short blurb:  Quin has had enough of her seven military guardians ruining her life. They trained her to survive, but all she longs for is romance. Now she has to free herself, a lounge singer, and a personal assistant from the bowels of an alien ship. When a species of gorgeous aliens answers her mayday, she can’t help but like the look of the commander. 

 

One-line hooks or taglines:

She hijacked a slave ship. Now she’s being claimed by an alien warlord? Typical.
Rescued? She didn’t need one. But damn if he doesn’t look good doing it.
She’s his Dar Eth, his fated mate. And possibly his greatest challenge yet.

 

Buy link: https://books2read.com/u/bz1QGD

Excerpts:

“I crave your touch yet when I receive it, it does not satisfy.
The craving only deepens.” His gaze darted between her eyes and her parted lips.
“I assume this is sexual,” she said, resting her hand on his chest.
That she touched him without hesitation hitched his breath. “It is infinitely more.”

Lying in the dark duct, she strained her ears to listen for any movement.
The first thing she realized was Xan's hard edges against her body.
The second thing was that he smelled good, like heated spice and something earthy.
She inhaled, wishing she could bury her nose in his chest like an addict.
The third thing was that his rapid heartbeat thrummed under her palm.
He shifted, clasping her hip in a possessive grip.
This close, her chest rubbed against his, sending tingles from there to her core.
She glanced at his shadowed face and parted her mouth to speak, then remembered she had to remain quiet.
That's when he brushed his lips across hers.

He feathered his lips across hers, pausing to inhale her essence, to meld their souls for eternity. Not bothering to smother his shudder, he strolled into the shower and allowed the water to drench them. Brushing his lips over hers again called forth her deep sigh, one he echoed to the depths of his soul.

To have a warrior such as she would make any warrior proud. And he was. He just wished she needed him as much as he did her. There lay the crux of the matter. She could survive without him. He nodded, pressing a kiss to her temple. He’d find what she needed the most and be the one to give it to her.

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Reader reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read!
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2024
I loved this book! Quinn is amazing. She's as capable as wonder woman. Her attitude and sass give the story a lighter note. Aliens do not know how to handle human women and it is a delight to read their attempts to do so. This is a great read and I highly recommend it.

5.0 out of 5 stars You won't want to put this book down - Highly reccomend
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2022
War Forged by Sevannah Storm is the 4th book in the Gifting series, but all of them can be enjoyed as a stand-alone. There is nothing better than a kick-ass heroine who saves the day and the males in her life, but still manages to be approachable and relatable and our Quinlan fits that to a T. War Forged features a cast of supporting characters that you will absolutely love, and you will be hard pressed to put this book down! This Sci-Fi Romance follows Quin and Commander Xan as they navigate their budding relationship, learn about themselves and their interpersonal skills, all while they are facing sociopolitical problems caused by the nefarious Yithian Aliens.

5.0 out of 5 stars Hot
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2023
She's strong he's confused but willing to learn. Love Sevannah and her mental meandering, she has built a wonderful world full of strength, hope, and love.

4.0 out of 5 stars Hooked on this Series
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2024
OMG, this series is so addictive and I cannot stop reading them! A must-read series!

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Discussion or book club questions:

Quinlan is trained, capable, and completely unwilling to be rescued. How does her identity as a soldier shape the way she views vulnerability and connection?

Xan is used to command—but he meets a woman who commands herself. How does he handle falling for someone who doesn’t need him?

Quinlan asks herself whether she’s traded freedom for a mate. Do you think her relationship with Xan gives her more power… or takes some away?

What traits made Quinlan and Xan compatible beyond the Ethera bond? Did their personalities clash or complement?

The story challenges traditional “damsel in distress” tropes. How does this book flip the script?

What does it mean to choose someone—even when fate or biology is pushing you toward them?

How does the Ethera bond affect notions of consent, agency, and emotional independence?

Xan wants to protect Quinlan, but she doesn’t need protection. How does the book explore the tension between offering care and imposing it?

Quinlan’s takeover of the slave ship is a major power move. How did this moment set the tone for her relationship with Xan?

What were your favorite moments of tension—romantic or otherwise—between Quinlan and Xan?

Was there ever a moment you doubted their bond would hold, even with the Ethera? What obstacles felt the most real?

If Quinlan had gotten away without triggering the distress signal, what do you think her future would’ve looked like? Would she have thrived—or eventually burned out?

Imagine Quinlan giving combat training to alien recruits—how would that go? And would Xan survive watching her spar with others?

If you could give either Quinlan or Xan one piece of relationship advice, what would it be?

What scenes would you need to see if this book became a movie?

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Relevant tropes or keywords:

Soul mates
Kidnapped
He falls first
Alpha hero
Mutiny
Damsel in distress. Not.