This is the first book I've read in this series and I loved it. If you enjoy paranormal romances this book is one of the best I've read. I received an e-book from NetGalley in return for an unbiased review.

I loved this book. I read it in one sitting. This is the fourth book in the Embraced series by Kerrelyn Sparks. And like the others, this book kept me on the edge of my seat. I enjoyed the Robin Hood vibe of the Woodsman and the strong independence of Sorcha. Now I'm eagerly awaiting the next book in the series

ARC received for review

Another great book in the embraced series (why is it listed as book one in a different series too?) Sorcha is the next sister to fall, and it's with the yummy Woodsman. Lots of interaction with previous peeps, plus a side romance with a dragon and an elf.

Why only fours stars? It lacked the heat of the previous books and their ending was just okay.

I did love the preview chapter for Maeve's book.

This series just gets better and better and this title was fantastic!!

I have always loved Kerrelyn Sparks’ way of building an entire world in a series, and this title continued building on the world established in the first three titles. It was so much fun traveling back to Aerthlan that I’m rereading the first three books!!

The Woodsman is one of my favorite kinds of heroes: he tries so very hard to fight his attraction to Sorcha, but in the end he just can’t. He was just an all-around great guy, too. He took care of those around him without necessarily sacrificing his own happiness. Sorcha was great, too, and was a perfect fit for The Woodsman. I did feel like her Embraced power was a little underused, however.

The plot definitely kept me on my toes, and I lost sleep for wanting to stay awake and read one more chapter. So much stuff happened that I found myself done and wanting more far too fast.

The only thing that I didn’t enjoy was the characters’ overuse of the word “dammit.” I’m not at all offended by cuss words, but when one character or another says or thinks the same word every other paragraph it gets old.

Can not wait for Maeve and Brody’s story!!

I had started reading this book and then realized, to my delight, I had read the previous books in the series. This one can certainly be read as a standalone but, they are so good, why not read them all? There’s magic, shifters, dragons and romance. What more can a reader ask for? I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

<I>*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review *</i > 

<b>2 stars </b> 

Sorcha, a human princess, born 'Embraced' with magic, is kidnapped by Elven rival land, ans subsequently aided by the mysterious Woodsman. How to Love your Elf feels a little like a vague Robin Hood retelling.
 
I found this a bit confusing to follow initially, with a lot of info dumping, jumping between characters and situations without giving much explanation, and introduction of too many concepts for too few pages, with not nearly enough organic world-building.

After the initial confusion, the plot seems solely focused on the romance (or more so the angst caused by the romance and their instant attraction), which I found a little cliché and predictable. I felt like the relationships weren't given time to develop, and everything just escalates out of nowhere.

Also, the language used is odd  at times, for example the characters sometimes address each other as 'ye' interspersed with 'you' , as well as a strange mix of modern and more archaic language.

Overall, this just wasn't for me.

This is the 4th in the series and while it is not the best one I still enjoyed reading it and can't wait for the next one.  The only issue I had with this story was that the romance was a little forced and predictable.

*Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for sending me an Ecopy in exchange for an honest review*

Note: I was unaware that this book was a part of a series, and this most likely was a factor in my enjoyment of this novel. I will be picking up the previous novels, and will update after that.

UGH INFO DUMPING. SO. MUCH. INFO. I just couldn't get into this novel. I found myself just not caring about what was going on and completely confused most of the time.

Another great hit in the series. This is number 4, out of the 5 women who grew up together. Separated from their families for many reasons, but mainly because they were gifted with special powers. This is Sorcha's story, the female dragon princess. She cannot change into one, but can start fires. When she is captured by elves, and then saved by one she doesn't know what to think. They were the enemy, right? A great story, that was hard to put down. Highly recommend this book and author. Fun series too, although you wouldn't be lost reading it without the others.

**I was provided an ARC by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for honest review.**

I have been eagerly awaiting the publication of this book ever since I finished The Embraced Book 3, Eight Simple Rules For Dating a Dragon. And I’m happy to report that it didn’t disappoint! It’s so freaking good! I love the ongoing plot of The Circle of Five and the Chamaeleon, and how Sorcha’s story tied into everything.

Now the wait begins for the fifth and final book in this series. Can’t wait to see what happens next!!

The book didn't pipe my interest, i read and read - hoping i'd get sucked into the story and end up liking the characters, but i did not. The romance felt awkward and wierd, and it didn't help that i didn't like the main character Sorcha. I wanted so badly to like it, but i did not. The story felt pushed into too little of pages, maybe if the story itself had stretched and Sorcha and her romance could grow some more i'd like it. But i didn't.

The Circle of Five are still running amok but now that her sisters are settling down with their mates, Sorcha is feeling more and more like the odd one out. They only seem to think about mates, babies and marrying her off to some chinless wonder! That is not for Sorcha! She wants adventure and to be in amongst the danger, not having tea and crumpets. She is no Queen-in-waiting.

But someone has it out for Sorcha's brother and they figure out that to get to him they need his wife, one of Sorcha's adopted sisters. But things go a bit awry with their plan and they end up with Sorcha and a certain dragon-shifter. But before she can use her control of fire to bust them out, she is aided by the elusive Woodsman. He seems to have his own beef with this particular clutch of Elves.

The Woodsman is like Robin Hood on steroids! He can talk to trees and, let's face it, he is super easy on the eyes. But he also has a gentle soul, he hates seeing his people oppressed and hates injustice. But can he enlist Sorcha into his plan?

Great read and I loved all the nods to Robin Hood (my very first book boyfriend!). I cannot wait to see what we put Maeve and Brodie through next!

This is actually the 3rd book in the series and it is as action packed, suspenseful and well written as the prior 2 books. The hero is similar to Robin Hood and the heroine is strong and loyal. I just loved the world building. Can’t wait for the next one!

I was so excited to read Ms. Spark's next novel in the Embraced series. I greatly enjoyed the first 3 novels and greatly anticipated the same for the next novel. I love the interaction between the characters and each novel is a continuation of the previous one, trying to stop the Circle of Five and bringing back the characters from the previous novels. Five girls were raised on the Isle of the Moon, each brought there for different reasons, but all having special abilities. This novel is Sorcha's tale. Sorcha's brother is the king of dragons and has married one of her "sisters", who is half elf. The elves and dragons have been at war for a long time, but now the dragons are hoping for peace. However, not all is well in the elf kingdom and evil plots are afoot. Sorcha runs into trouble and an elf, the Woodsman, saves her. Sorcha cannot deny the attraction she feels, but elves are her enemies and he does not match what the stones predicted for her. Sorcha refuses to fall in love, for when those she loves are in danger, it causes her great pain for she loves fiercely. The Woodsman noticed Sorcha from the moment he laid eyes on her. He is a good elf, cares for those he is responsible for, has his won secrets and is a thief! Well, thief is a rather strong word for it, but he is like Robin Hood in a way. Sorcha and the Woodsman burn and yearn for each other but they need to get the elves and dragons to work together to stop the plans of the Circle of Five and their allies. Excellent novel and looking forward to Maeve and Brody's story next!

A good story that is written very clear and doesn't confuse the reader at all. The book is interesting and the plot is well written. The cover also fits the story and genre. The story is about Sorcha who is on of the Embraced. She was raised with four girls in a convent on the Isle of Moons. Sorcha can control fire and she finds out that her mate is an elf. The Woodsman can talk to trees and can control things made of wood. When Sorcha is captured the Woodsman rescues her and another man. They didn't get along well first, but when they get to know the other better, that becomes better. then the Woodsman will do whatever it takes to keep Sorcha safe. A great story with a well thought out fantasy word, strong characters and good writing style.

This is a great easy series to read. Looking forward to the arrival of what I imagine will be the last book in the series.

Good story but a little confusing until almost the end, unless you’ve read the others then you won’t be lost. I really don’t know what to write. Sorcha is on of the Embraced and was raised with four other girls in a convent on the Isle of Moons. Sorcha can sort of control fire and finds out her mate is an elf. The Woodsman is like Robinhood, he also can talk to the trees and control things made of wood. When Sorcha is captured after dressing as a soldier, The Woodsman rescues her and another man. They don’t get along at first but once they really get to know the other, then the Woodsman will do whatever it takes to keep Sorcha safe.
Action, dragons, elves, and evil characters. I enjoyed it once I got into it.
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *

i waited a long time for this book to come out and it doesn't disappoint. Sorcha and the Woodsman really make things happen. Regardless of the foretelling these two are just as perfect for each other as the others. With all the twists and turns the romance is still fun to watch/read.

Yet again Kerrelyn Sparks has created a fantastical world and peopled it with magical creatures. Sparks excels at world building. Learning about the various kingdoms and peoples flowed rather than seeming a chore that requires one to keep notes on a pad. The main species in this book were elves and her take on these elves was fresh and interesting. The plot took enough twists and turns to hold interest and the romance was sweet while the sexy bits were hot.
I would recommend this to my patrons as a way into the series or as a stand-alone.