Writing reviews for series is always difficult past book one because I don’t ever want to say anything that gives the previous books away.

I’m enjoying this series. It is very bingeable. This book was entirely too long though. 🤣 A 2000 page series with a single POV is a bold move.

This series is for you if you like:
Romantasy
Slow burns
Beginner fantasy
The chosen one
He falls first
Beginner fantasy

Definitely slow burn of a story considering this is the third book of the series. I would say that this was a good read but not as good as the first two. The world building is still interesting and helps to bring life to the story. The characters relationship are mostly still a positive especially the banter between them. The flaws in this is that the main character is so overpowered to the point where there isn’t tension or feel like there real stakes to it anymore like first two books. For the main male interest, it feels like he lost his entire personality, the best way to put it is that it’s like he is GoT season 8 Jon snow who’s only line is “my queen”. Other than that, I would say that it’s good that it kept me interested but I can’t help but feel a little disappointed in this one.

This is book 3/4 of the series (book 4 doesn’t have a release date yet) it was probably my least favorite of the three so far, but it was still a 4 star read for me!

This one felt quite different from the other 2. Coming in over 1000 pages, it’s quite the commitment. The pacing was a bit different and the story took a weird turn, but I still read it in 3 days and dreamt about it haha!

This is also the slowest slow burn I have ever read. Each book is 1/5 spice, and this one is no different. Which is surprising for a kindle unlimited series!

I cried at parts. I rolled my eyes at parts. And stayed up late all week reading it. I still can’t wait for book 4 to come out, and hope it does soon!

Penn Cole has done it again! Every single book in this series is a 5 star book.

Heat of the Everflame picks up right were Glow left off - Diem seemingly at the heart of a brewing war between humans and the descended. Penn takes us to new realms and introduces fresh characters, adding depth to an already incredible series. The world building and character development are outstanding, and the story is packed with enough tension and twists to keep you hooked until the very end.

The writing is so vivid and detailed that it feels like you’re watching the story unfold in real life. It’s easy to get completely immersed in the world and attached to the characters.

Penn is the master of the slow burn and Luther is my top MMC. 3 words: The library scene.

Thank you Netgalley and Atria books for the ARC!

I love this series so much. I cannot wait to get Burn. I began reading these on KU and was so happy to hear they were being traditionally published. I love an enemies to lovers romantasy and this series is everything I would want. Diem is a great FMC, right up there with Aelin to me. I don't want to give too much away as this is the third book in the series, but I cannot recommend this series enough!!

I am so immersed in this world and I cannot wait to see what happens in the last book. I love Diem and Luther and the worldbuilding and writing were top notch!

Well, well, well. The Queen of Cliffhangers, otherwise know as evil genius Penn Cole has done it again with Heat of the Everflame. This baby was THICC and it took me longer to read it than it would normally take, but that’s only because I read slowly so I did not miss a single word, feeling, glance, or handflex. I am continually impressed by how each book gets better and better.

Just as with Glow, Heat picks up right where Glow left off. You are immediately transported back to Coeurile and Diem. In this book, we finally get to see Diem grow into her confidence not only with her magic but also with her crown. She is learning, not only to fight for both sides of the war, but to work with them as well. In each book we see her settle a little more into her true self. I’ve been amazed by her journey since Spark and I cannot wait to see where her character development continues in Burn.

Just when I thought I couldn’t love Luther more than in Glow…he proves me wrong. The love and adoration he feels for Diem basically drips from the page. And the spice…WAS SPICE-ING. Cold shower after that chapter spice-ing.

Lots of new characters in this one! Some you will love. Some…not so much. But each and every one was important to the story. You won’t know who you can trust and you’ll continually flip back and forth until their intentions are revealed.

I have continually said that The Kindred’s Curse Saga is this decade’s Throne of Glass and this is a hill I will die on (just like Penn will die on reading in publication order). I cannot wait for the next book in this series. Do yourself a favor and start this series. You will not regret it.

Reviewed for NetGalley:

The third installment of the Kindred's Curse Saga, leaves off following Diem Bellator's epically mess of a coronation ceremony.

Cole does a wonderful job further building the world we've come to know and love in the first two installments, but adding more action, suspense, and well, kingdoms.

I thoroughly enjoyed Luther and Diem's back and forth relationship, all the supporting characters, and cannot WAIT too see what comes next.

I read all three books in the matter of days, and am dying to finish the series.

Penn Cole took the Bookstagram community by storm with her Kindred's Curse series, and this third installment delivers a compelling continuation of the overarching story. Cole's masterful world-building and strong character development—despite some mixed opinions about Diem online—remain standout elements of these books. While the pacing in this installment occasionally feels slower, the story remains an intense and immersive experience that will keep readers hooked from start to finish.
Thank you to NetGallery and Atria Books for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Perfection. 1,000 kindle pages of perfection. I devoured and obsessed over this series like it was my morning cup of coffee. I thought about it constantly to and couldn’t wait to crack open my kindle to continue this adventure. I love love love Diem and Luther and can’t possible wait another second for book four. The world building, the political plot, the character growth, the magic, the betrayals, the mother/daughter layer, the slowest of slow burns, the gravers, the humor and banter… I’m here for all of it. If you’re looking for your next fantasy series this is it!

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

4⭐️. Okay so hear me out. I love this world and this story. But a 1000+ page book is too much book for what this installment of the story needed 😂 I wanted more luther and diem and instead I got various assortments of diem making decisions that piss everyone off 100% of the time. Also I hate her mom? Also it feels like some of the problems were repetitive… idk. I still really enjoyed reading it and this series is one of my new obsessions but I think this could’ve been 2 books 🙃

4.5 ⭐️

I am still new to the fantasy world & really have loved this series so far.

I was nervous starting this book because it was daunting how long it was. But once I started the book it is so action packed it went by so quickly.

I loved the ending & can’t wait for the next book!

Pub Date: March 11th, 2025

Thank you NetGalley, Atria Books, & Penn Cole for this #gifted eARC.

Thank you Netgalley and Atria Books for the opportunity to preview this eARC.

The new cover has deeper, rich colors from the Indie cover. The map is so beautiful and the artwork in the book is stunning! I LOVED the Luther POV bonus chapter at the end!!

Penn Cole doesn’t just turn up the heat; she sets the pages on fire! The third book in the Kindred’s Curse saga will have your heart pumping as Diem finds herself at the heart of a war. As alliances are tested and friendships strained, Diem risks it all to build her army and end the oppressive reign of the crown.

One of my favorite things about this series is the found family piece which shines through in Heat of the Everflame! Diem needs to have people around her that she can trust and Luther, Teller, Alix, Taran, Eleanor, and Lily are her people!! Luther is the REAL DEAL!! He will BURN THE WORLD DOWN for Diem and I cannot get enough of him. Everything out of his mouth is pure gold!!

I have many thoughts about Aurelie, Diem's mom - that I will hold to myself to keep this spoiler-free and for the love, Diem, PLEASE KILL VANCE ALREADY!!

I love watching Diem's growth through the series. Sometimes I've been frustrated with her decisions (Vance) but she's trying to navigate a world she wasn't prepared for and balance her care and concern for all parties involved.

This book has the cliffhanger of all cliffhangers and I have so many thoughts!! (again, spoiler-free)

Burn of the Everflame can't come soon enough!!

Romance Content: 2 open-door scenes and language

Penn Cole is such a master of telling a fantasy romance tale where the romance is slow burn and the fantasy shines through. I always recommend this to SJM fans that want more than just smut.

This book was hands down incredible. Diem’s story is so relatable - she is always told she cannot do something and then she proves everyone wrong. I cannot wait for the last one to come out.

✨Book Review✨

Heat of the Everflame - Penn Cole

🌟 If you enjoy fantasy with a slow burn romance then this is a series you are going to want to pick up! Spark of the Everflame is Book 1, and you will not be disappointed with this series. I have loved that it is plot driven and the world building is phenomenal. The depth of characters and the fascinating history that comes along with this world pulled me in.

🛑 I put my recommendation at the top of this review - because if you haven’t read Spark of the Everflame (Book 1) DON’T read my summary or evaluation! There are heavy spoilers, so if you haven’t read book 1 come back once you have! 🚨

❗last warning - spoilers ahead ❗


📖 Heat of the Everflame picks up moments after Glow has ended. Our Queen, Diem, has been captured and it does not look good for her. You can expect to see more of Luther; you know he won’t leave his queen for longer than he must. You can also look for more development of Emarion. We get to meet a few Crowns and learn more about them and their lands. What cost will Diem have to pay to survive?

📚 This book is long, so put on your seatbelt and be ready for all the emotions and plot development that comes with a fantasy book. Penn Cole has a “guide” on her social media to suggest good spots to take a break - I would recommend checking that out if you’re not trying to devour this book in a single sitting. I really enjoyed the way Penn Cole expanded Emarion and deepened the knowledge the reader is exposed to.

🌟 My heart rate was sky high during this book, but I truly enjoyed it! While I hate wondering if my characters are safe or if the author would kill them off, I also love it. I have felt so connected to these characters that I struggled to put this book down. The next book, Burn, should be announced any day now!

Has anyone out there also read this series?

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honestly, everyone needs to read this series. a solid 12/10.
all of the books have exceeded my expectations, and this one was no different.
the way this one ended had my jaw on the floor BEGGING for more.

NEW TOP BOOK BOYFRIEND ALERT. Luther Corbois! The man you are!!!!

Y'all, this is an instant top 3 of the year for me. Maybe even top 2. This book is fantastic in every sense of the word.

This sequel opens up the world we know and love SO MUCH MORE, letting us peek into different kingdoms, all while balancing the worldbuilding and the plot and the romance so perfectly that it’s an utter feast in every direction.

The overarching plot of this series really starts to come together in this one, as we slowly learn the truth of Diem's lineage and the secrets and mysteries shrouding her birth, life, and powers in general, all amidst the backdrop of a deeply intimate romantic connection with Luther, the lighthearted-but-profoundly-loyal found family trope, and plot twist after plot twist. When I tell you that EVERY TIME you think you’ve caught your breath with this, SOMETHING ELSE HAPPENS to suck the oxygen from your lungs? I mean it. This is so twisty, it’s basically a labyrinth, but the kind that you absolutely want to get lost in and stay lost in.

This is absolutely, no question a master class in fantasy romance, and one of my all-time favorite series. I will be singing its praises until my voice goes hoarse.

IF YOU LIKE FANTASY ROMANCE, if you like plot-heavy stories with excellent worldbuilding, elemental magic, prophecies, found families, and SLOW, SLOW BURN physical chemistry, run, don't walk straight to book one to get started.

Infinity stars!

I'm literally obsessed with this series! And I'm in a world of hurt with the fourth book no where in sight! How am I supposed to go on?!

Heat of the Everflame was wild...I had to double check that I actually read a 1000 page book my god it didn't really feel like it. We are jumping right into where we left off in Glow of the Everflame and Diem being captured by Vance and the Guardians. We don't know what happened to her mother just yet but let me just say Vance needs to die a horrible and gruesome death, I can't stand that guy. Heat is really long so there is a lot of stuff that happens. The first half or so we are traveling with the A Team (Diem, Luther, Taran, Alixe) across the land running for their lives. I felt Diem was a bit too stupid in figuring out the Godstone thing but eventually our girl gets the job done. The way Luther was pushing her away for a bit was maddening, I just wanted to shake him and tell him to quit being so stupid. After the first half we don't really see Taran and Alixe any more which I missed...Taran is quite the show stealer! But I was dying at how cranky Diem's mother was getting every time Luther touched Diem lol And that interruption.AWKWARD!

Of course we end on another cliffhanger but even after reading the 3 chapter preview for book 4 I am not so sure that Diem is okay. Things really went terrible for her and it's hard to see how she can get out of her mess. I am excited for more Luther POVs though, I love seeing how utterly obsessed he is with Diem. The one at the end of this book is really emotional and really shows his devotion to Lumnos and how much he is willing to go against her for the sake of Diem, ugh I love him!

While I am disappointed that the author does not have a tentative release date for book 4 and she's pushed it back twice already I don't believe she deserves all the hate she is getting for not having it out already. Readers can be so entitled! I'd rather have a well written book be delayed than an author put out some half hazard waste of money so quickly. So take your time Penn, we will wait!

Thank you so much to Atria books for blessing me with an eARC via Netgalley, they have been beyond kind with letting me read each book in this series early!

There is so much going on in this one! But it's good! I loved all the twists and turns and the crazy ending!