Knight of the Goddess by Briar Boleyn is a thrilling, action-packed fantasy that blends mythological elements with high-stakes adventure. Morgan Le Fay and Kairos Draven must face a growing evil while embarking on a perilous quest to destroy three powerful objects—the sword, the spear, and the grail. As they uncover ancient secrets and confront dangers across kingdoms, their unbreakable bond is tested. Boleyn’s world-building is rich, and the romance between Morgan and Draven adds depth to the action. Fans of epic quests, divine destinies, and intense romance will find this an exhilarating read full of twists and revelations.

This was a great 4th book in the series. I couldn't wait to get back to Morgan and Draven. I feel like there was the most character development in this book for Morgan than the first book. I also felt the writing has gotten more connected and fluid. Thank you Starwater Press for the ARC.

4th and final book of the series! There was definitely a lot of anticipation for this book, with how book 3 ended. For being the finale in the series, it was a little lacking for me. Some of the battles were more short-lived than I would have expected. It felt like I was reading them and then they were just over? Next chapter. They seemed to end so suddenly and left me wanting more. I didn't ... feel much... when we lost some characters. I felt like the sad moments weren't prolonged long enough for it to emotionally impact me such as with other books and series. That's also just my opinion. Overall it was good, not great. I would definitely still recommend this series as a whole, because the whole story is 100% worth reading.

Thank you to Briar Boleyn, Starpress, and NetGalley for providing me with an eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I really wanted to love this book, after really enjoying books 1-3, however I feel like they could have been wrapped up in fewer books. Book 4 did not captivate me like the others did, and I DNF this book, as I found both the storyline and the characters less compelling than in the previous novels in the series.

With that being said, I still extend a warm thanks to Briar Boleyn, Starwater Press & NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest feedback.

Ending of the Blood of the Fae series, Boleyn wraps up this series in an ultimate quest that ends the series spectacularly. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series and the development of these characters from the beginning of book 1 until the end of book 4.

I had to give this one a 3 stars rating and I truly think it was a case of 'this should have been 2 or 3 books instead of 4'. I was honestly surprised when reading book 3 that there would be a fourth. This leads to so much filler, MMC POV that ends up being useless, main character making the least smart decisions she could just to prolong the plot and drag the story across that many books. What this created is also being able to guess at the heavily hinted and foreshadowed big revelation and everything feeling a little too low stakes for the build-up -- even some key characters' death didn't have the impact they should have had after being with them for so long.

The relationship between Morgan and Draven even felt boring and like old news -- unlike the intensity we had in book 2.

If you've read the other 3 it's worth wrapping up the story but this book was not well writing and was a bit of a disappointment based building up our expectations so high for an epic pay-off.

The way this kept me hooked..a series I would recommend to those that loved From Blood and Ash. The world building and character development stayed solid to the last word. I am sad this series came to an end but what a ride!

While I really enjoyed this final book in the series, I can't help but feel a little let down, though it’s probably more about my high expectations for a finale than anything else. This could totally be a "me" problem, but still, I expected more.

Writing:
A big thing that bothered me was how abruptly some scenes played out—especially the epic battle between Morgan and Gorlois. I was expecting this big, climactic showdown, but it ended so quickly and wasn’t really explored much from either Morgan's or Draven's POV. The whole battle felt cut short, and honestly, the same happened with a lot of the action scenes. Either someone swoops in to save the day, or the action just stops. The Battle at Tintagel was the only one that really had that epic fantasy feel, but even that left me wanting more. On the flip side, this book has the most action scenes of the entire series, so props for that.

The emotional weight of certain character deaths didn’t hit me as hard as I expected either. There were a few big losses, but the grief didn’t feel fleshed out enough, which made it hard for me to connect. Maybe I’ve just turned into a cold-hearted monster, who knows.

World-Building and Characters:
One thing I absolutely loved was how the gods and goddesses were woven into the story. The twists at the end? I didn't see them coming at all, and I loved how they played out. The world-building in this series has been consistently amazing.

Morgan and Draven? They’re at their strongest, both in character and physically. Their relationship is thriving, and you can't help but root for them. Sure, some of their lines were a little cheesy, but hey, it's a romance! And the spicy moments between them? *Chef’s kiss.*🔥 Their bond felt so deep, especially when Morgan says, “My flames danced in harmony with my mate’s shadows. The light to Draven’s darkness. Together we created a symphony of devastation.” Yes, please.

I also really liked the dual POV between Morgan and Medra. It gave us a fascinating look at Medra's growth—her anger, confusion, and loneliness were so relatable. But the mystery of why she ages so quickly was never fully explained, and it bugged me that we didn’t get closure on that.

Final Thoughts:
This book was still full of dark magic, found family, spicy romance, and non-stop action. But, honestly, it didn’t quite have the same wow factor as the previous two books. It’s a solid conclusion to the series, though, and if you’re into enemies-to-lovers romances with a dark fae twist on Arthurian legends, you’ll definitely enjoy this. The Blood of the Fae series was worth the time I put into it, and even though this final book wasn’t as thrilling as I hoped, I had a blast reading all four books.

Rating: 3.5 stars, rounded up to 4 for the spicy romance and action. ⚔️💫

I couldn't bring myself to read this one until I had gone back and re-read the whole series again...

I feel bereft it is over... even thought it didn't tie everything up the way you would expect a finished series to be tied up... HMMMMM. Probably wishful thinking haha.

Morgan and Draven are hard to say goodbye to. I loved their journey. Morgan is probably one of my fave bad ass MCs ever and the fantastical world that was built around them kept me fully entertained.

The connection between all the characters was the magic for me. It was done with real skill.

I need to get the audiobooks next because I'm just not quite ready to say goodbye.

The storyline through all 4 books was exceptional and the dark fantasy genre will never look this good again!

4.5 stars.

I cannot recommend this series enough and this book really shows the level of story writing Briar Bolyen has..

As the final book in the series, this one disappointed me. It didn’t feel like a final book. There was too much exposition and the action started very late in the book. The ultimate quest felt very meh. And the Medra storyline was very… Renesmee, and I don’t know how I feel about that. Also everyone dies in such an anticlimactic way. Also also that carved name scar she’s had the whole series is wholly ignored in the epilogue where she wears a dress with a plunging neckline… where previously the author went to great lengths to describe the high neck clothes she wore. Did I miss something? The end action was fun and quicker to read but I was expecting more from this final book.

I'm an anomaly, this book was amazing, I can't wa9t f9r the next one! I can't believe i f9rgot to post this, and in sorry it was late, but it's absolutely worth reading!

Knight of the Goddess. My fellow readers. Morgan and Draven set out together to put an end to all who wants cause harm to their small circle of family. This last leg of the story covered so much. I was very happy that it tied up loose ends from the beginning of the series to Meranda’s part.
There were so many characters who contributed their mindset and their skills and their lives to save the lives of their kingdom, so that it may thrive for their children. I always love action and entertainment from a book and this book had a good amount of it.
It kept the book live and a page turner. The romance or shall I say steamy romance that happens with Draven and Morgan is always an added plus. The scene in the Church was a whoah! The book was great. The writing was talented.
I look forward to more writing from this writer. Until next my fellow readers. Read on!

While I enjoyed this series overall, I found myself feeling really bored during this book and just couldn't fully get into it.

Unfortunately, this book is not that exciting, but it is a great conclusion to the series. It's quite long and not that entertaining. It lacked that certain something. The two protagonists Morgan and Draven make a great team. I love their dynamic, their commitment to each other and their strength of character. They have grown so much over the course of the series. It has been fun to follow them. It was absolutely exciting to learn who Morgan really is and to meet her family. There were a lot of great new insights into the world. I really like the worldbuilding of the series anyway. You can feel the author's love for this world. I would have liked to see a few more magical creatures or unusual animals.
I'm really happy that there will be a new series about Medra. I really enjoyed getting to know her. I hope we get to meet Draven and Morgan again in the new series. Looking forward to it!

Most of what I want to say is a spoiler 😂. But this was an action packed ending where the stakes are high and the losses are heartbreaking. I loved getting Medra’s POV, her character intrigues me so much. Morgan and Draven remained unwavering in their love and support for each other as they faced the ultimate battle. The plot twists and big revelations had my jaw dropping, even in the last chapter! I’m hoping some of the unresolved questions are answered in the spin off series.

Overall, this is a fantastic dark fantasy series with a riveting plot, sizzling romance, and found family.

This whole series was kindly sent to me by netgalley!
It was so damn good, and I will be rereading this at some point! Definitely recommended it!

This book was a whirlwind of a ride! It kept me in my toes throughout the whole story, it made me laugh, cry, frustrated and go smacked! I loved all the different points of view and especially loved reading about Medra!

Morgan and Draven are perfect together, and their relationship development is something I really enjoyed. The world building was fantastic and the descriptions of the environments were beautifully done.

I do feel some of the scenes were cut a bit short and would have liked them to be longer, but aside from that I thoroughly enjoyed the book!

I will preface this by saying this that this is one of the very few fantasy romance series I didn't hate and saw all the way through which is absolutely a win in my book. It was quite enjoyable if a little long and spicywhich usually isn’t my preference. However, the romance and the fantasy felt pretty balanced out which is my main criteria for the genre. I believe I would have appreciated the experience even more in audio format since that’s generally how I prefer to consume my romantasy so I might revisit it in the future through an audiobook.

Briar Boleyn has once again proven why we keep coming back for more! She is a master when it comes to the dark fantasy genre! This conclusion is what I live for! Briar was able to bring everything together so beautifully. It left me breathless and glued to the pages like my life depended on it.

Morgan and Draven’s chemistry is something else! And that throne room scene! Talk about hot! 😆

This book had me and my emotions all over the place, but I would definitely come back for more every time. This is a series worth reading over and over again.

A Dark and Drowning Tide is a beautifully dark tale woven with rich folklore, an irresistible sapphic academic rivals-to-lovers romance, a gripping murder mystery, and an epic expedition.

The story follows Lorelei Kaskel, a sharp-witted folklorist on a treacherous expedition with six eccentric nobles to uncover a legendary spring said to grant immense power. For Lorelei, this journey is her chance to prove herself and fulfill her dream of becoming a naturalist. But the stakes rise dramatically when her mentor and expedition leader is murdered aboard their ship. With her remaining companions all potential suspects, Lorelei must lead the mission while unraveling the mystery. The only ally she can trust? Her infuriatingly charming academic rival, Sylvia von Wolff.

The worldbuilding in this novel is nothing short of breathtaking, immersing readers in a richly imagined realm. The murder mystery is masterfully crafted, keeping me hooked as the tension escalated. Saft’s prose is beautiful and evocative, breathing life into every page.

Lorelei is a standout protagonist - headstrong and determined, her character arc is as compelling as it is believable. Her dynamic with Sylvia, whose tender nature contrasts beautifully with Lorelei’s fiery personality, adds layers to the story. However, I do wish Sylvia’s perspective had been included to further enrich the narrative.

Overall, A Dark and Drowning Tide is a must-read for fans of dark academia, rivals-to-lovers romance, and richly magical worlds. Saft’s talent shines, and I’ll definitely be reaching for more of her work in the future.