Introduction

In the shadows and flames, Primals will fall…

And from the blood and ash, new gods will rise.

What was dreamt.

Poppy was never meant to awaken, and the consequences are devastating and far-reaching, stirring ancient powers from their slumber and transforming Casteel and Kieran in ways even the Fates couldn’t have foreseen. But what that means is the least of their concerns. For now.

What was foreseen.

The Blood Crown has fallen, but what has risen is a far greater danger than they’ve ever faced. From flesh and fire, the Great Conspirator has returned to the mortal realm, and he wants only one thing. They must stop the true Primal of Death before he regains his strength, and it won’t be easy. Even weakened, his influence is undeniable. His power, unthinkable.

Has come to be.

While the future of the realms rests upon them, they won’t stand alone. The gods have awakened—each harboring their own blood-soaked secrets. But they must navigate an unbalanced realm, where every choice—past and present—has the potential to not only undo everything they’ve fought for but also destroy the very bonds that have Joined them together.

For the Harbinger and the Bringer of Death and Destruction has risen.

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Excerpt

I floated through the nothingness, surrounded by darkness.?I had a distinct feeling I’d heard voices. His voice. Talking to me. Telling me stories.
Pleading with me as a glimmer of light appeared in the dark. But then, the pain came. I remembered that. Intense, searing pain accompanied by suffocating dread that snuffed out the lightI....
I did something to stop it.?But I couldn’t recall what the voices told me, what had caused the pain, or what I’d done. Now, I drifted.?Wherever I was, there was no sensation of pleasure or pain. No feelings of fear or ... view entire excerpt...

Discussion Questions

From the publisher:

Themes & Worldbuilding
* Free Will vs Destiny: How does the theme of fate vs choice play out in Poppy’s journey? Do you think the gods manipulate events too much, or is there still true choice?
* Mythology and Lore: How well does Armentrout build the world of Atlantians, gods, wolven, and vampry? What parts of the lore were most compelling or confusing?

Characters & Relationships
* Poppy’s Evolution: How does Poppy change from book to book? What do you think was her most defining moment?
* Hawke/Casteel’s Dual Identity: How did you feel about the reveal that Hawke was really Casteel? Did his deception feel justified, or did it change your view of him?
* Supporting Cast: Who were your favorite side characters (Kieran, Tawny, etc.)? What role do the wolven play in shaping the emotional tone of the story?

Plot & Pacing
* The Plot Twists: Which twist shocked you the most? (e.g., Poppy’s true parentage, the Ascended's secrets, etc.) Were any of them too convenient or unbelievable?
* Action vs Romance: Did the series strike the right balance between steamy romance and fantasy action? Was there too much emphasis on one or the other?
* The Cliffhangers: How do the endings of each book affect your overall experience? Are the cliffhangers satisfying or frustrating?

Big Questions
* What Makes a Queen?: What leadership qualities does Poppy show? Is she ready for the power she’s been given?
* Consent and Control: How does the series handle issues of bodily autonomy and consent — both romantically and in terms of Poppy's role as the Maiden?

Bonus: Meta & Fan-Based Questions
* If You Were Casting the Series: Who would you cast as Poppy, Casteel, and Kieran?
* Spin-Offs and Theories: Are you reading Flesh and Fire (the prequel series)? What are your theories for the ending of the main series?

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