God of Fury (Legacy of Gods): Rina Kent: 9781685452179: Amazon.com: Books

I've found that this book is the number one book discussed in this whole series. After reading and listening to it, I know why. This is a thought provoking, eye opening, soul crushing book and I am here for it.This is book five in the series and probably my favorite, like so many other people have said. If I could rate it at a higher number, I would. This is my first MM novel and found it to be very well executed. Rina wrote these two characters in a way that I just adored both of them. The other books you find yourself not fond of one character or another until the book is almost over. Not this one. I was in love with Bran from the first book in this series and knew Nikolai had something about him I'd love. The second I started reading this book, I knew he was the best teddy bear ever.Bran's story broke me. His story is so real and raw. I highly recommend reading the CW for this book. While Rina wrote this with tact and grace, the topics could be hard for some. If you're OK with the CWs, don't leave this on your TBR or leave it on any shelf to read later. You won't regret reading it as soon as you can.On top of the greatness of this book, the narrators were on point! I started reading this book, then after a few chapters I knew I needed to listen to it instead. Teddy Hamilton as the voice of Niko was out of this world amazing. Shane East made me feel emotions for Bran I don't think I've ever felt while listening to a book. I honestly felt like I was standing on the side of the stage while this entire book played out in front of me. I'm so glad I bought the audiobook and highly recommend it as well.

My first M/M romance - I'm going to need more, I think. I can't believe how much I enjoyed this book. It has to be one the best written - in the Legacy of Gods series... possibly is the best. Was it my favorite? No. That spot is still reserved for God of Wrath.I did think the book was somewhat drawn-out. Some parts could've used a shaving down - of sorts. And some parts needed more fleshing out. Most especially the ending bit involving Grace. It seemed to be brief for the monumental impact it had on Bran. Also, there were instances where it felt as though Bran was being slightly pressured into coming out, which made me want to knock some fictional heads around. With that said, I thrive on books that evoke those kinds of emotions in me... the ones that make me want to reach through the pages and do some rearranging of other character's attitudes or actions.The character dialog still swings towards sounding scripted, but R.K. pulls it off so well. The inner monolog (conversations) Niko has with his man part had me rolling. Every. Time. I was so here for that!I loved the pacing of this story. I felt the natural progression, which allowed me to believe in the love these two people found. It was an engrossing romance filled with palpable angst, complicated affection, and beautiful fury.

This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review.Book Evaluation:Plot: 🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️World Building:🌎🌎🌎🌎🌎Cover:📔📔📔📔📔Intimacy Level: 🔥🔥🔥🔥Relationship Building: 💒💒💒💒Heart & Feels:💞💞💞💞Witty/Banter/Reaction of Laughter: 😂😂😂😂Page Turner Level:📖📖📖Ending:🧧🧧🧧🧧🧧Overall View: ✨✨✨✨5First ImpressionsGod of Fury is the fifth installment in the "Legacy of Gods" series and this series has completely blew me away and I was so curious to see how this author would handle a MM romance as this is her very first novel in this type of romantic interest and she knocked this aspect right out of the park. God of Fury is a story that I think may push some readers and may not exactly work for everyone but I was so fascinated in the growth that we see our couple go through within this story. I had such a fun time with this match up because on the surface you wouldn't think that these two would have anything in common, but when it comes to the heart and mind....they truly find what they need in each other but their journey is a battle.First LineWhat am I doing here?SummarySo the setup of the story is that we have our two male protoganists: Bran and Niko. Niko is the psychopath of the two. He is such an alpha male, and he has his eye on Bran and wants him more than anything. So much so that he is losing interest in what he normally has interest in. Then we have Bran, who has his own mental struggles he has been battling it, and is more of a demisexual. So we see how struggles being in relationships...until Niko. Niko has him feeling things especially more sexually that he has never really experienced but he has always considered himself straight, and doesn't know how to face up to being attracted to Niko in the way that he is. There is this pull and push between Niko and Bran on what they have and if its worth fighting for....will Bran be able to fight for Niko and their love before Niko gives up on him completely?What I LovedWow! this book packed such a punch and I was there for the ride that this author takes us on. I absolutely adored Niko so much. He was a hoot. Seriously this character had me laughing all over the place. He is such a anti hero and its delicious. I have always loved Niko though and if you have read the other books in the series you are very familiar with his crazy. Then we have Bran who is the prentious prideful of his group of friends. Bran has been the character that we have seen to be the most mysterious. We just know he is the serious twin, but his character is more in the background. In God of Fury we get to see his story and see his background and his story melted my heart and broke it just a bit. What we see Bran struggle with was so heartbreaking. Through much of the story you aren't sure what he is struggling with exactly or what trauma he was dealt, but you know its pretty bad and you know his family is ignorant of it. He has kept it hidden and for years has been dealing with severe depression and is on the verge of being suicidal. I really connected with his character and his struggles. I think if any reader has dealt with depression of any kind, they will be able to see so much of themselves within Bran's character.So the romance is very push and pull. Bran is always on the run and Niko is the one chasing. But there is so much more happeni9ng with Bran than meets the eye. Niko knows that there is something deeper driving Bran's fear then just him coming out of the closet as gay. But Bran is on the run not just sexually or physically but also very emotionally. Niko is pretty patient considering the fact that he is a bit of a psychopath. We see how much he is having to deal with but also knowing that their relationship is practically forbidden and that Bran's twin is his greatest enemy. What we see being developed within the plot was so superb. It kept me on edge all the way through. What will really carry the reader through though is the depth of their relationship. I loved the feel of cat and mouse play game that these two go through and the third act was simply perfection. I knew going into this what was ahead for this one and its hard to see but Rina Kent really handled this scene so very well. I was highly impressed with how it was handled, and seeing how the family and especially Niko deals with it, just breaks your heart. But these two come out on top in the happily ever after and Kent has created such a unique dynamic romance that melted my heart from beginning to end.Spoiler(view spoiler)What I Struggled WithThe pacing in this book dragged a bit in some parts. The middle section of the story kinda was a bit slow at times. So I feel like there were aspects to the battle between Niko and Bran going back and forth that could have been reduced just a bit because it did get slightly repetitive. But I only knocked off half a star for this element as the rest of the story was a win for me.Overall ViewGod of Fury is a powerful story that tugs at your heartstrings and melts your heart at the deep vibrant emotion that carries the romance through. Its a story of identity, growth and learning to heal past wounds and embrace the love that is steady and impactful.Favorite Quote(s)Seems that Bran runs way deeper than I thought, but as he hangs on to me as if I’m his only anchor, I know that I’ll never let him go. Not even if I burn with him. For him. In him. I’d willingly catch fire if he so much as asked me to.Book Details (also in my shelves)Sub Genre: Dark Romance, New AdultCharacter Types: Alpha Male, Anti Hero, Athlete, PsycopathThemes: LGBTQ, Hot Smexy Times, PTSD, SecretsTropes: Forbidden Love, Unrequited Love, Enemies to LoversBook PerspectiveDuo POVRelationship Conflict vs Plot ConflictA Mix of BothSong This Book Inspiresk( all I got to say) by NUVILICESRecommendation For Reading OrderYou can read as standalones, as the events intermingle with all books in the series