The Rogue Crown: The Five Crowns of Okrith, Book 3

Other than the novellas, this is my third story I’ve read by Mulford. I adore the world of Okrith and keep falling more and more in love with every character and story. I usually don’t love series that transition main characters as it goes, but this series is truly done perfectly. The slow burn and lead up to the spice and plot crescendo is divine. I also appreciate how the series gets spicier as it goes and finds that perfect balance of adult fantasy without being all about the spice. It truly is the perfect formula for someone who prefers the majority plot with some fun extras. This couple is also my favorite of the series. However, I think I say that every time. It’s hard to beat Remy, but Bri managed to show so much personality as the series progressed and it was so fun being in her shoes. She is flawed, real, and such a bad ass. I adore her so much and love how acceptable her sexuality is and that in this series it is all about love, empowerment, and there’s nothing that a couple can’t overcome through honesty and working together. The ending also caught me for a loop. Maybe I’m easy to dupe, but I did not see that coming and it was the perfect blend of surprise, intensity, while still coming neatly together. I cannot wait for The Evergreen Heir and I’m so glad I savored every moment of The Rogue Crown.

The Rogue Crown, the third installment in the captivating Crowns of Okrith series, delves into the remarkable journey of Bri, my favorite Twin Eagle. Banished from the Western court due to a prophecy foretelling that she would seize the throne, Bri now returns to this very place to aid in the protection of Princess Lina. Determined to stand by Lina's side until the imminent threat is gone. Having been captivated by Bri's character in the High Mountain Court and further enthralled in her adventures in the Witches Blade, I was beyond excited to dive into her own enchanting love story. One noteworthy aspect of this series is its inclusivity and representation of the LGBTQ+ community. In a genre where Sapphic narratives are still somewhat scarce, the Crowns of Okrith stands out as a beacon of diversity and acceptance. The Rogue Crown continues this tradition, celebrating love and relationships regardless of gender or sexual orientation. While The Rogue Crown maintains a somewhat slower pace compared to the first two books, the focus is instead the relationship between Bri and Lina. Author Mulford fearlessly embraces the Sapphic romance, affording it the same level of care, consideration, and detail as the heterosexual relationships depicted in earlier books

Fantasy is my go-to genre and when I heard sapphic fantasy, I was very in, but this was just interesting enough to keep me engaged for the plot while being just boring enough that I dragged my feet to get through it.