A Top 50 Amazon Bestseller.“Powerful, gripping, unflinchingly honest and sensuously gorgeous writing.” — Kristan Higgins, New York Times Bestselling AuthorRITA® Award-winning author Kennedy Ryan delivers the gripping conclusion to the All the King’s Men Duet.Ambition. Revenge. Love.Raised to resist. Bred to fight. Survival is in my blood and surrender is never an option.Though surrender is what … resist. Bred to fight. Survival is in my blood and surrender is never an option.
Though surrender is what Maxim Cade demanded of my body and heart, I had other plans. We were fast-burning fascination and combustible chemistry, but the man I trusted with everything was a trickster. A thief who stole my love. If what we had was a lie, why did it feel so real? The man I swore to hate will have it all, and wants me at his side. But power is a game, and we’re the pawns and players.
Facing insurmountable odds, will we win the world, or will we lose it all?
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The Perfect ending for a great duet!!!
The Rebel King, start where The King Maker ends, and let me tell you i know that ending was OMG!! But you know can read about what is next for this amazing couple, and let me tell you they wont have it easy.
I dont want to tell you so much about the book because you really need to read it, but let me tell you that i love that Maxim and Lennix respect each other and never asked for something that they know the other one couldnt do it. Maxim supports Lennix dream and Lennix his dream, and they support each other in all the difficult situation that they suffered.
If you have love Kennedy’s books this duet is another HIT!! is so freaking good!! Once I started reading it i couldnt put it down.
Congratulations Kennedy and cant wait to see if you are going to write about some of the secondary characters that are pretty awesome too.
I knew I knew, I knew this is going to be an epic read and indeed it was. The Rebel King is a beautiful, captivating at some point suspenseful story. The characters are so real and emotion-filled that they touched my heart. I could not put it down.
As the story continues, Maxim proves that he will do anything for Lennix. You will really fall in love with this man on how he treats his lady. He’s so swoon-worthy. While Lennix is still an independent, head-strong woman we have known. She really shines here on how she handles her job, and her conviction in protecting the people she loves and the land she grew up with is really admirable. Together they are the force to be reckoned with. I really like how Maxim and Lennix complement each other. And the love scenes are just something to be envy for *wink*. It was romantic and definitely sexy. They are my new power couple!
The writing was wonderful. The storyline was full of passion. Her characters are good, their interactions developed. This book is my new favorite from this author. So, if you want to immerse yourself in a good story, I highly recommend this series.
So happy that we finally got the ending to this explosive duet! And just as expected, it’s worth a five star read! I don’t want to spoil it, you’ll just have to read. And like I’ve reviewed in the previous part of the duet, this one is something different than any other books you’ve read of Kennedy Ryan and it’s the best one yet! Period! Read and experience it then you’ll know why
Simply incredible.
The chemistry between Lennix and Maxim was so undeniably hot and magnetic. Their strength as individuals was apparent but when they joined forces, they were an unstoppable force. Nothing, and I mean nothing could tear these two apart. Not even a deranged, psychopath out for revenge.
The way book 1 ended in such a dramatic way, I wasn’t sure what to expect from book 2. I hoped that Kennedy was going to continue to write a compelling and earth moving story about Lennix’s passions and Maxim’s drive. The book took a turn I didn’t expect and I was left wondering what was going to fill the pages of the rest of the story at about 60%, but the author continued to prove why they’re the best in this genre. Plot twists and story derailment threw me for numerous loops and left me agonizing for more! I didn’t want this story to end. The alignment this story took to our current reality was both unsettling and motivating. I truly enjoyed the political aspects of the story from both Nix’s perspective as well as Owen and Maxim.
I didn’t feel that this story was nearly as emotionally draining and mentally taxing as the first but it certainly made me think and feel things I didn’t anticipate. The writing was so eloquent yet gritty with honesty and ruthlessness. You could feel the truth and passion bleeding from the pages.
The way this love story wrapped up left it open for more, which I was excited about. I don’t think this is the last we’ll see of Nix and Max but it ended in a really good place for the couple!
So beautiful! This is an epic ending to an outstanding duet. So much love and loss and redemption and triumph. Heart wrenching, panty melting wonderfulness. This author created a couple of characters in Lennix and Maxim that are spectacular and I felt every emotion in their beautiful love story. The ups and downs and tragedies along with the sizzling lust between these two lovers. OTC hot! Lennix is one of the best heroines every but I have a natural affinity for her because she speaks to the bit of Native American blood running through my veins. A truly amazing character! And is there a better Prince Charming than the smart, successful, powerful, sexy Maxim? I went through tissues and panties with all his hotness! There were some really beautiful, timeless passages and words in this story that are just stunning. Such a hopeful story surrounding by horrific events and the aftermath of those involved. The author really outdid herself with this one. One of the best duets I’ve read and definitely on my read again list. I’m impatiently waiting for the extended epilogue to Nix and Max’s story. Also, I can’t wait for Kimba’s story and I hope Grim gets his own unless…one and the same? That would be interesting. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC.
Sweet Lord. Kennedy Ryan what have you done to me?? I can’t even put into words all the things I felt while reading The Rebel King. My heart soared. It shattered. It feared. It hoped. It broke again. It healed. And repeat…
If I thought Maxim and Lennix were electric in the first book of this duet, then they were downright explosive here. Their passion. Not just with each other but with the things they cared about. The causes that mattered the most to them. Family. Change for the better. They weren’t afraid of shaking things up. But when tragedy strikes everything they had been building, all the progress they had made was on the verge of crumbling.
There was so much happening. Family. Politics. Scandal. But at it’s heart, this was a romance in its purest form. I LOVE the way Maxim loved Lennix. He saw her. He heard her. He stood beside her as she ran after her dreams. And in turn she did the same for him. She was his soft place to land. His calming force. His everything.
More than once I had to pause and wipe my eyes while reading this book. Kennedy Ryan touched something deep in me with The Rebel King. Daring and bold. Imaginative and powerful. Moving and passionate. Completely addicting. I never wanted Lennix and Maxim’s love story to end.
There is just something so special about a man who loves his woman so much that he would move heaven and Earth for her… Maxim Cade is that man and so much more. The Rebel King is my most anticipated read of 2019 and boy, Kennedy Ryan did not disappoint.
Political intrigue written in such a way that only Kennedy can with her magical way with words… coupled with a strong alpha hero and his equally strong-willed, intelligent, fierce woman… I was sucked in, I couldn’t stop reading… I was consumed by it all.
If I could give this book… no, this series all the STARS, I would. Because it deserves it all. The Kingmaker and The Rebel King are my absolute FAVORITE series from Kennedy Ryan to date. And that says a lot because I feel like I say it with each book she releases. There’s something so powerful and gripping, SO EPIC about this story… I am in love with love. I love great love stories and Maxim and Lennix with their undeniable love, connection just touched my heart and soul. I will say it again… I am in AWE of Kennedy Ryan’s talent. I will read everything she writes and then some. I know I am not saying much about the book but just read it. READ IT! You won’t regret one second spent in a love story so real that you feel like you are in it with the characters, experiencing everything.
Unique, unforgettable, a must read! <3 <3
First she gives me palpitations and later on she breaks my heart, and meanwhile she’s still one of my favorite authors. In this sequel of The King Maker, we start out with a kidnapping situation that seems hopeless but we know it has to be solved or we won’t have our heroine and hero. And still it made me bite my nails and read feverishly and anxiously!
Then you think it will be free wheeling the rest of the book, but oh no, that’s not KR’s style, she’s going to make us suffer and cry for our final HEA. Lennix takes a few days to recover from her ordeal, then gets back into the action. And by action, I mean a train without brakes going full speed ahead. She’s working on the campaign trail for Owen Cade’s running for President of the USofA. Poor Maxim has to scramble to get some sexy times with his beloved Nix, in what they lovingly call their Tuesday Taco days. Lots of yummy dialogue and sexy times and also some feisty quarrels that end in explosive sex. This couple is combustible whenever they are together!
“The girl who chases stars finds them every time we make love.”
Tragedy strikes, this time, the author makes me cry and wonder why?!?! But all is revealed and it has a purpose. It is all coherent and cohesive. All hail this awesome writer who wrings out hearts and we live in gratitude. Her books inspire, instruct, and motivate.
I love how this author writes with so much passion and purpose. All her books have a message behind the love story, to teach us something, to make us aware of a world problem. In this case, we are made cognizant of the trials and tribulations of the Nation of American Natives. Lennix’s fight for her people is admirable, passionate, relentless. All she does is with one purpose, to help the downtrodden, the defenseless, and give meaning to her Nation.
On the other hand, Maxim deals with a world-wide imperative: climate change and the horrible contamination and devastation we are causing to our home, the planet. He dedicates his life to change, and in so doing, he also sees and understands Lennix’s goals and not only supports her, he shares them too. I was incredibly impressed by the epic love between Maxim and Lennix, their devotion and the surety they had about the other’s love. Their strong united front against a common deadly foe was also impressive. And last but not least, I loved that in spite of a 15 year estrangement from his dad, there is still love, still connection, and a desire to reconcile. Family, both from blood and from the heart, give structure and additional heart to this formidable tale.
“We weren’t unlikely, Nix,” I say, no levity in the words. “We were inevitable.”
Kennedy Ryan definitely kept me on my toes with this one, she had me glued to the pages! The Rebel King picks up where The Kingmaker dramatically ended. This story really creates a roller coaster of emotions for the reader. The angst level was intense at times, as was the powerful character connections. The characters became completely realistic to me and their chemistry really made the story.
This book features some very satisfying emotional growth from both Lennix and Maxim. Their relationship is anything but smooth sailing. They both have strong personalities and the hectic pace of their professional lives doesn’t leave much space for each other. But they have come to terms with their differences and are working to combine their goals, ideals and the ambition that makes them who they are. When they come together, they are the absolute best versions of each other.
The romance, the plot, the characters, all of it combines to make an absolutely unforgettable, breathtaking story. This book was a truly stunning conclusion for Lennix and Maxim’s journey. Through passion, heartbreak and hope, their story is a powerful emotional roller coaster that you never want to end. This riveting series has been everything I look for in a romance novel and brought out all the feels. I highly recommend it!
The Rebel King is the perfect conclusion for All The King’s Men duet by Kennedy Ryan. It’s packed with intense and emotional moments! It’s made me laugh, cry, swoon, flush , frustrated, all the feels … My heart soars with happiness for Lennix and Maxim ! And their hard work to build up a strong loving relationship was well paid off.
I’m incredibly proud of Lennix, impressed with how mature she’s turned out to be. She’s lived her life full of purposes, with a clear mindset, well defined goals, and a strong sense of self. She would not be wavered or intimidated by challenges, she welcomed it with wisdom, poise, and confidence. The transformation of Lennix’s character is absolutely wonderful ! KR led you through a journey starting from a naive yet full-of-convictions teenage Lennix to a tough, mature, and successful young lady over 10 years later, like a caterpillar finally transforming into a beautiful butterfly .
Maxim once again continued to hold my (and Lennix’s) heart and would not let go ! When life threw him a curveball, he was trying his best to take it with stride, adapting himself to new challenges, new paths that he never would have taken in the first place. Regardless of these changes in his life, he never swayed from his ideology, his beliefs, and especially his love for Lennix . He has become my most favorite KR’s hero (I’m so sorry Grip, but you’re now coming close in 2nd place ).
It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of KR’s eloquent words and her brilliant talents in delivering captivating stories with powerful messages and well-crafted diverse characters ! This duet did not disappoint me one bit! The cultural and social aspects are carefully and respectfully played out, and I’ve leaned so much throughout this wonderful journey ! There were parts that frustrated me, but they made total sense from the characters’ point-of-views, and I just couldn’t blame them! If anything, those made their relationship grow stronger. And that itself reflects how well KR builds her characters and the care and love she pours in for them.
This book and the entire duet deserve 10 out of 5!!! Definitely in my top 3 favorite reads of this year (if not the most)! I can’t recommend it enough, and yes, I can spend days talking about it ! Read it and you’ll know what I mean !
“They buried us, but they didn’t know we were seeds.” – Lennix’s mother.
Rate: 5/ 5 stars
This book was beyond amazing. It was emotional and angsty. It was nothing like I expected their story to be, which to me made it even more amazing. The accomplishments these two achieved were so amazing to read, to see how they both started and then watch the things they most desired coming true after so many trials and tribulations, and so many tears and heartache. They came full circle.
I have so many feels. So many things happened that I had not been expecting. Actually, I hadn’t been expecting any of the suspensful side of their story but I loved it and it interlaced with their romance so well. It definitely had my heart in my throat most of the time and all the emotions at the surface of my skin. These two had nothing short of an epic love story. And I loved every single second of it.
Emotionally wrung out, but what an epic journey
“You can still fight with fear in your heart. Sometimes it’s the greatest motivator.”
One thing I’ve come to expect from any Kennedy Ryan book is an emotional AF read. I always leave with something I didn’t have before–more awareness to a certain topic, a new appreciation for life and little moments, more love for the romance genre. The Rebel King hits all the right notes, leading readers on a journey they won’t soon forget.
So, I can’t give any plot points without spoiling the story, so I’ll just say to keep the Kleenex box handy. There’s highs and lows, and everything in between, and Ms. Ryan just brings a realness to her writing that keeps readers flipping the pages. There was a suspense portion that was a bit disappointing in fulfillment, and I gotta say Maxim was stretching that male privilege a little extra hard in this one.
However, the story delivers on intensity, heat, fear, determination–its all there, right in our hands, if only we reach for it. A honest and sometimes heartbreaking read that really captures the human experience in all its glory and made me believe and hope.
I’m not gonna lie, though, I’m diving into something light and fluffy next.
An epic love story, for sure. I can’t wait to see what comes next.
The exciting conclusion to Lennix and Maxims love story is here. The author has given us a wonderful duet with a story that will keep you engrossed from the first to the last page. It’s sexy, steamy and even a bit tragic.
I love strong females and Lennix is just that. She’s tough, smart and beautiful. Maxim is the perfect alpha who believes in doing the right thing. These two are so totally made for each other and their love is timeless. I really enjoyed this duet, it’s a definite must read.
The exciting conclusion to Lennix and Maxims love story is here. The author has given us a wonderful duet with a story that will keep you engrossed from the first to the last page. It’s sexy, steamy and even a bit tragic.
I love strong females and Lennix is just that. She’s tough, smart and beautiful. Maxim is the perfect alpha who believes in doing the right thing. These two are so totally made for each other and their love is timeless. I really enjoyed this duet, it’s a definite must read.
*Review by Michelle
The suspense is deep in the beginning as this story picks right up from The Kingmaker. I couldn’t flip the pages fast enough to see what would happen next.
Then…
Everything is starting to move along smoothly, I’m loving the connections and BOOM!!!! Kennedy kicks me in the gut….hard!!!! Whhhhhhhaaaatttttt?!? No way. This has to be a trick! Why?!?! I was not expecting that to happen.
Continuing on with my broken heart, the story mends the pieces back together one piece at a time. I really love this couple. I love the strength of Lennix and Maxim as individuals but when you put them together, they are unstoppable.
I really enjoyed this duet and would recommend it.
Well, this book went beyond what I actually expected from the Story line. My heart broke into a thousand tiny pieces and although it was somewhat recovered by the end, I still hurt so much for some parts of this book. Even now, 24 hours after I have read it, I could cry on the spot thinking about some of the details.. I needed so many tissues! I am not ok! Apart from that, this author has written such a beautiful story of love and endurance. Doc and Nix are soul mates, they have been through so much together and yet are as strong as ever. No one can pull them down.
I am not sure if there is another book to come after this for a different couple, but I sort of expected more at the end, a little more of their future maybe. Other than that the story had me hooked. Had me crying like a baby, had my heart up in my throat! Twists I didn’t see coming knocked me for six. But like every other book by this author, the writing is eloquent and captivating. I can’t wait to see what is in store for 2020.
This is my voluntary arc review.
I LOVED it! <3
~ Books & Magic Shop Reviews ~
Oh my gosh, what can I even say about this book besides it’s a MASTERPIECE. This is a duet that EVERYONE NEEDS!!
I’m in love with this duet. The Rebel King is no less than what expectations The Kingmaker created. In fact, it surpassed my every expectation and boy can Kennedy Ryan deliver a freaking good story!!
The Rebel King picks up immediately after The Kingmaker and follows Lennix and Maxim through their next set of trials and tribulations. Besides obvious physical separations, these two walk a fine line between dominant personality clashes and masterful compromise. Not to mention the CRAZY CHEMISTRY that Nixxim has together . The witty banter to the heated arguments, I wanted all the words between these two because they were that captivating.
This story will open your eyes to issues you may never even have heard of and make you feel a little deeper, be compassionate about our differences as people.
More than just recommend this book!!
5 EVERLASTING STARS
Wow the King of all KingMaker. The Rebel King has summed up the duet so good! Maxim and Lennix were a force to be reckon. I had followed the story with a lot of anxiety and suspense. Rebel King was unexpected yet I cant keep my mind away.
Lennix and Maxim were my favorite couple and they really fought it hard. It wasn’t built like a day in Rome. Their love was sincere and my piercing soul. It was magical and truly it is a forever love story.I had so much sadness and practically crying because Kennedy was good. She wrote a compelling story that wasnt just a book. It were chapters of life with so much depth and strong family bond.
I’ve been an original ride or die Kennedy Ryan fan and it’s been exciting to see her successes through the years. I have no right to feel like a proud mama because I’ve done nothing to be proud of… but to see someone I consider a friend continue to not just grow her audience, but to win awards and write these epic issue-driven novels and series in a romance community that’s only now becoming more diverse it just so dang rewarding.
Ahem.
Anyway.
As an early reader of The Rebel I can tell you that this novel is one you’re going to love. It picks up right where Kingmaker ends and is a total page turner. The various subplots are all continued and are all resolved by the time you reach “the end” and the HEA just feels exactly right for Nix and Maxim..and the sexy times?! LAWD the steam…you’re gonna be hot when reading these two.
But more than all of that, let me tell you that this novel feels so fresh and relevant and once again, Kennedy Ryan gives us a look at issues and characters who are woefully underrepresented in popular romance. Nix and Maxim are the ultimate power couple and not only in the sense that they’re in positions of power in society but in the sense of how they make their relationship work. It’s couples like this couple that make me want to believe in real romance (I’m truly one of the least romantic people I know which is strange since I read a ton of romance). The way they love, respect, and support each other made my heart squeeze in all the right places and I was just so enamored with how they never needed one to be weak in order to feel strong–it felt real and messy and honest.
I loved reading about the issues that were explored through these characters–their passion for their causes, their families, and their politics–and it was so refreshing to read it because of who wrote it. Kennedy Ryan has just the right touch–the views of the characters never felt heavy handed or preachy and what they were striving for and how they went about working through challenges felt exactly right for the characters she built– something I admire so much. She knows her characters, she deeply cares about getting them right, and the amount of research she puts into each of her novels is much appreciated.
I could probably go on and on and on about how much I enjoyed this duet but I’ll just end it by saying that this is one of my new favorites from Kennedy Ryan and I have a feeling it’ll be yours too.