Skipped a lot.

LOVE Quentin.

Still don't like Aryal. Felt that her defrosting happened too fast. ( )

This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review.

Introduction
Kinked is the sixth installment in the "Elder Races" series and I was able to listen to this one. I do recommend if you can, reading these books through audiobook. Sophie Eastlake does a superb job with the narration on these books and especially brings the humor out so well. I was pretty apprehensive about this installment because I knew how angst filled this story would be because these two despise each other and I was wondering how that would be manifested throughout the story. But I should have had more faith in this author in doing well on this story because this turned out to be so well done and actually worked so well for me. If you are a fan of the series in general, I highly recommend "Kinked"

The Main Protagonists
The Hero: Quentin
Quentin is a newer Sentinel and working on establishing himself among the other sentinels. He is a bit of a playboy, restless, always on the look for something more in his life but is a badass warrior.

The Heroine: Aryal
Aryal is a bit of a prickly sentinel, she has a chip on her shoulder but is completely dedicated to Dragos and Pia. She knows how to be a badass warrior, but hides her more softer parts under a thick violent exterior and always has a drive to prove herself.

Summary
When harpy, Aryal, lets her hate consume her surrounding Quentin and they end up brawling and putting Drago's infant son at risk, Dragos is forced to take drastic measure to resolve the tension that has risen among his sentinels. So he forces them to go on a mission together and banishes them where they are forces to confront their conflicts and differences and find some common ground. At first Aryal and Quentin battle each other, but with each step forward on their mission, they find commonality where they least expect it and find a deeper connection that neither of them expects.

My Outlook
I really had a blast with "Kinked" I always get apprehensive with enemies to lovers, but Thea Harrison really handled the tension here so so well. And honestly these two are so hilariously addictive together. This author knows exactly how to place in humor so well and it was delectable seeing it all come together. The sexual tension that is built between Aryal and Quentin was so tasty and there was some light BDSM. Mostly domination type of things between both of them so that was quite interesting seeing how that developed in this one. It really fascinated me though seeing how they slowly changed from hating each other to being willing to die for each other. I adored how it was implemented throughout. And we do get some moments with Dragos and Pia that were just perfection. And the way that we see their vulnerabilities in the quiet moments is what really did it for me here.

Overall View
Kinked is a action packed angsty filled romance that will keep you on edge, curl your toes with some dominant sensual vibes, and delivers on soft feels in the least expected moments....a true winnter!

Rating Evaluation:
Plot: 5
World Building: 4
Cover:4
Hero: 4
Heroine: 4
Steam: 4
Heart & Feels:4
Ending:4
Overall View: 4 ( )

Quentin Caeravorn is the newest Sentinel, a career criminal, and Pia's friend. He's considered a triple threat because he's part Wyr, Elven and Dark Fae, but Aryal doesn't trust him and is determined to find his secrets to destroy him.

Aryal is a harpy, brought into existence at the beginning of the World, she's tenacious, fierce, loyal, wild and unpredictable and will attack you just as soon as look at you. She will bring Quentin down no matter what it takes, even if that means she has to kill him.

From the beginning the animosity between these two is palpable and when their fight turns into a battle royale in the Tower, Dragos banishes them to sort their shit or don't come back.
Once I fell into the Wyr world and let go of my 'human' sensibilities I was able to really appreciate and enjoy their kinky dance from hate sex, to their kinky games and their brand of emotional expression. Wyrs and harpies are not human and the author made that a reality as she pulled me into their world and helped me see the many layers of these two characters.

There are uncomfortable and cringe worthy moments but they fit for this couple and made the evolution of their relationship blaze that much brighter for me. I felt their passion as well as their sorrows, They were perfect for each other. I loved it, but it may be difficult for sensitive readers.

They are violent with each other and their brand of sex may be difficult for sensitive readers.

Favorite quote:

'Can you control her?'
'Of course I can control her,' said Quentin nastily, 'Every time she lets me.'"

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Kinked
4 Stars

To say that Aryal, the Harpy Sentinel, and Quentin, the new panther Sentinel, despise one another is an understatement. These to adversaries are hell bent on murder and mayhem until they go too far and Dragos decides to banish them from the Wyr demesne. Forced to work together in the post-apocalyptic Elven land, will Quentin and Aryal overcome their history or die in the attempt?

Love/Hate relationships are one of my absolute favorite tropes and this one is fantastic. Aryal and Quentin have been minor characters in the series thus far but their fierce animosity and intense chemistry makes them both engaging characters.

The journey through the dying Elven land has its heart-wrenching and exciting moments, but it is Quentin and Aryal's romance that takes center stage. It is fun watching them work through their hostilities and misconceptions to become true partners and lovers.

There are several weak points in book such as the BDSM element, which is both underdeveloped and unnecessary both to the characterization and the plot line, and the fact that Quentin and Aryal are too accepting of their mating, especially considering their past enmity. Moreover, Quentin’s big secret is glossed over too easily and the villain’s history and motivation feel somewhat tacked on.

Nevertheless, Kinked is a fast paced, action packed and steamy read and it is obvious that Harrison has more up her sleeve for the future of the Elder Races. ( )

Amazing!

I was not sure if I would like Aryal’s story. I hated her from the moment I meet her in [b:Dragon Bound|9637479|Dragon Bound (Elder Races, #1)|Thea Harrison|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1312822853s/9637479.jpg|14524855]. She is such a bitch with a capital B and the way she treats Pia. Ahhh!

Wow, Thea changed my mind on her character with this novel.

Kinked blew me away! I loved the humor, action, adventure, and the massed up love/connection; between Quentin and Aryal. The main characters complement each other and it worked beautifully. I see Aryal in a new light now.

The Elder Races series is one of my favorite paranormal romance series and I highly recommend it for paranormal romance lovers.

Rated: 5 Kinked Stars


Some of my favorite quotes from Kinked:

"Her life was one eternal rampage. Maybe it was time someone turned the tables on her and went after her with the same kind of relentlessness with which she went after the entire world."
"And maybe it was past time that someone took that harpy down a peg or two, and showed her who was boss.”

“As the panther found peace, the harpy stroked his hair and discovered tenderness.”

“You really do poop sparkly rainbows."

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