Once upon a time, the wizard’s apprentice, Sam of Wilds, got his happily ever after in the arms of his cornerstone, Knight Commander Ryan Foxheart. A year has passed, and while Sam’s been captured five or six more times since then, things are pretty great. His parents are happy, Gary and Tiggy still eat sass for breakfast, Randall is somehow alive despite being older than the gods, the King rules … rules with a gentle hand, Kevin the dragon is as gross as ever, Morgan sighs a lot, Ryan continues to be dashing and immaculate, and Sam is close to convincing Prince Justin they will be best friends forever. Life is good.
Until it’s not.
Because Vadoma, the leader of the gypsy clan and Sam’s grandmother, has come to the City of Lockes with a dire prophecy written in the stars: a man of shadows is rising and will consume the world unless Sam faces his destiny and gathers the five dragons of Verania at his side.
And she brings along her second-in-command, a man named Ruv. Ruv, who Vadoma says is Sam’s true cornerstone.
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A Destiny of Dragons by T.J. Klune
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Book: A Destiny of Dragons
Author: T.J. Klune
Type: Book 2 in ‘Tales from Verania’
POV: First Person – Sam
Genre: MM Fantasy Romance
Rating: 4 Stars!
Age: Sam – 21; Ryan – 26.
He leaned in and kissed me, slow and sweet as molasses. And I took everything he was giving me and gave back as much as I could. Because that’s what we did for each other. He might have been my cornerstone, but I wanted to be the same for him, even if he didn’t have the magic I did.
What was that! A pseudo-cliffhanger? Oh my God. I’m so excited and my thoughts are so jumbled right now and I just want to start the next book, plus it’s 11 in the night here but… here goes nothing. And I have also decided to use supernatural gifs here, so bear with me cause it was my baby and the show just ended and I’m vulnerable.
This book, this sweet, hilarious, action-packed book, this book gave me life. It’s so good, everything from the characters to the supernatural plotline to the duologues and writing, everything was so much more than my expectations. Tales from Verania is my first MM fantasy series and I have to say it’s blowing my socks off. Of all the Urban Fantasies I’ve read in my life, (Charley Davidson, Night Huntress, Fever,…) this one had, in my opinion, the best and most interesting worldbuilding. It’s just so good. But beware, if you don’t like snark and sex puns, do not read this book. Then when you finally do…the only question that begs asking is why didn’t I read this sooner?? WHY?
I mean, wizards and knights? Why not. Hornless gay unicorn best friend? Sure. Half giants who smash? Now we’re talking. Six-inch naked fairies who have helmets for their heads but not for their balls? No problem. But was that enough? NO. No, because we’ve got terrifying sand-mermaids. Eh? And a sexually aggressive dragon who’s in a monogamous relationship with the aforementioned hornless gay unicorn and said dragon also wants to bone his stepson, aka Sam of Wilds. Say what now. We’ve also got snake dragon monster thing who’s actually a teenage emo flying lizard named Zero Ravyn Moonfire. NO, go back And prophecies and visions, and possessions by villains and a KILF (king I’d like to you-know-what). I can’t even right now.
You see what I’m talking about? Definitely not my usual read but so worth the time. And that’s not all, ’cause mixed with all that is the banter between Team Sam. Hilarious, laughing-till-my-cheeks-hurt-banter between Gary and Kevin, the aforementioned hornless gay unicorn and sexually aggressive dragon, aka The Beast from the East, that have now broken up and are fighting over the custody of their stepson, Sam of Wilds. The banter that was often about… wait for it.
Yes, about dragon penis and the tendency of said penis to be attracted to Sam. Don’t even ask about what I had to type in the search-bar to get that gif, let’s just say that if someone checked my search history, they’d be traumatized. I was captivated by the creativity and besotted with the characters. I fear I just may have developed an instant and insatiable taste for T.J. Klune’s word voodoo. As for the plot, the first half was almost setting the pace for the last half. That was when shit hit the ceiling. It was still hilarious but mixed with that were some serious emotions and…
“Oh my gods,” Gary groaned from behind us. “Would you two just go fuck already? This is so godsdamned disturbing to watch. It’s like you’re face-fucking me with a dick made of sugar. Stop it. You stop it right now and go fornicate before the rest of us get sucked into your black hole of love.”
I’m terrified about the next book, because of the prophecies and star-god’s vague answers, I have a feeling something bad is about to happen. And I don’t want any of my babies hurt. Cause that’s what I consider them now and they better be alright in the next one because if not,
An absolutely addictive story with brilliant world-building and excellent pace. If you still don’t know that these books are awesome and totally worth your time, this is my last attempted to lure you into giving them a chance. All in all, A Destiny of Dragons is a page-turner, and I’m looking forward to returning to Verania’s magic cities!
“You remember when we shattered my virginity? Well, I latched on to you like a barnacle after that. I’m slowly sucking the life out of you, because I’m never going to let you go.” “Do you ever get the feeling like we failed as parents?” Dad asked Mom.
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This is my introduction in MM, but it’s fantasy! Which I ! There is a gay Unicorn who glitter rages, magicians.. just an awesome world! I enjoyed it throughly!
A fantastic sequel to The Lightning Struck Heart. I loved having all the characters from the previous books and the introduction of new ones. Also appreciated that there was no boring rehash of the previous book but there were some entertaining reminders of the more amusing antics from the first book. Sad there was no fun song to sing in this one. I cant wait for the next book!
Again: you will know by the end of the first chapter whether this is your jam. It’s extremely mine.
Audible Review:
Overall 5 out of 5 stars
Performance 5 out of 5 stars
Story 5 out of 5 stars
Another epic tale…
This story made me so weepy! I have a LOT of favorite books and favorite characters, but this group right here- Sam, Ryan, Tiggy, Gary, Kevin, Morgan, Sam’s parents, even Randall and Zero…they all have pretty much taken over my heart, utterly and completely. I’m getting teary-eyed all over again thinking about what a wonderful family they are. Like, it’s seriously giving me a headache to hold the tears back because I’m at work and can’t be seen looking like a fool! But gods, it’s so hard.
A Destiny of Dragons was just as fantastic as TLSH, but in a different way. This book was a little *darker* and more emotional than TLSH, but it was still so much fun and had me laughing out loud from all the crazy antics this crew gets themselves into. Mr. Klune did an amazing job of balancing the more serious moments with just the right amount of humor.
I was going to start another book after I finished this one, to give myself a break, but that was foolish thinking. Started book 3 on my drive into work this morning because I just can’t get enough.
Michael Lesley is once again brilliant. Really, what more can you say about his performance?!?
I laugh so hard every time I everything in this series. It is a melodrama and it knows what it is. Despite it never taking itself too seriously, however, it has its share of intimacy in many forms. Quick read and you will laugh your tits off.
This is book 2 of a wonderful series that I am enjoying so very much. I plan to get the other two books. Although you can read this one without the other it would be better I think to start with book 1. A fantasy series full of fun, mischief, and heart warming love although not for a young or younger audience. There are a lot of over tones some may take offense to. I think it enhances the book and series.
Loved this second book in the series. Still funny, laughter, but getting serious about what is to come.