They had forever. Until they didn’t.
Stella's magic is still a hot mess, but she has Gideon Heimdall—her Viking, her mate, her forever. They're building something real. Their mating bond thrums between them, vibrant and whole. They're happy. She's happy.
Until dark magic rips every memory of her from his mind.
One moment, they're planning the future. The next, Gideon disappears into the portals. Their bond—a once lush vine, brimming with blood-red poppies—withers, the flowers dying one by one.
He reemerges weeks later, looking at Stella like she's a stranger. And he didn't come back alone.
Now Stella's fighting to hold on to a mate who can't remember why he chose her. Gideon's torn between the fractured bond pulling him closer and the fear that remembering will destroy everything. He retreats to what he thinks is safe, leaving Stella alone, grasping at what's left between them.
But forgetting isn't the only danger. Someone's hiding secrets, and while Gideon and Stella bleed from their broken bond, their enemies strike.
Their bond is shattered. Their enemies are circling. But a love like theirs burns too bright to fade—even when he's forgotten her.
The Stella Kendrick series tackles dark subject matter. Please see the Author Note for content warnings.
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Bottom line: This is contemporary romantic fantasy at its best. The angst is delicious, the world-building is solid, the romance both filled and broke my heart, and that ending has me pacing while we wait for the next book. In fact, I can’t wait to do a reread!
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The emotional pull of this book is intense—it’s one of those stories that stays with you long after you’ve finished the last page. Brody captures love, pain, and forgiveness in a way that feels raw and honest.
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Of Bonds & Betrayal completely broke my heart—in the best way possible. Sarah Brody has a gift for writing characters who feel so real that you can’t help but root for them, even when everything seems lost.
Stella and Gideon’s relationship is the heart of the story, and it’s written with so much depth and emotion. They go through so many trials, yet somehow always find their way back to each other. Every setback made me ache for them, and every moment of hope brought tears to my eyes.
The emotional pull of this book is intense—it’s one of those stories that stays with you long after you’ve finished the last page. Brody captures love, pain, and forgiveness in a way that feels raw and honest.
If you love stories about enduring love, heartbreak, and redemption, Of Bonds & Betrayal is a must-read. Just keep some tissues nearby—you’re going to need them. 💔
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