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Blackview Active 5 8.68" Unisoc T615 Octa-core 6/8+128GB 6600mAh 4G Rugged Android Tablet PC

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Blackview Active 5 8.68" Unisoc T615 Octa-core 6/8+128GB 6600mAh 4G Rugged Android Tablet PCStronger, Smoother, Smarter The First Rugged Tablet Powered by Global Top 3 AI Models and All New DokeOS_P 4. 2 Based on Android 15 Why Choose Blackview Active 5? No. 1 From DeepSeek to Gemini World Class AI Meets Self developed Doke AI Apps Smarter. Faster. More Creative. No. 2 Military Grade IP68 & IP69K & MIL STD 810H Strength, Engineered for Extremes More Rugged, More Resilient, Designed to Endure No. 3 8. 68" Compact Display, Smooth AI 90Hz

Stronger, Smoother, Smarter

The First Rugged Tablet Powered by Global Top 3 AI Models and All-New DokeOS_P 4.2 Based on Android 15

Why Choose Blackview Active 5?
No.1

From DeepSeek to Gemini — World-Class AI Meets Self-developed Doke AI Apps

Smarter. Faster. More Creative.

No.2

Military-Grade IP68 & IP69K & MIL-STD-810H Strength, Engineered for Extremes

More Rugged, More Resilient, Designed to Endure

No.3

8.68" Compact Display, Smooth AI 90Hz Refresh Rate and 6600mAh Mega Battery

Small Size, Big Power

No.4

Octa-core Unisoc T615 Chipset, Up to 24GB RAM, with TF Card Expansion up to 2TB

Smoothly Navigate Work, Learning, and Leisure

No.5

16MP + 13MP AI Cameras with AI Powerful Editing Tools & AI Smart Lens

Capture Smarter, Create Brighter

No.6

All-New DokeOS_P 4.2 Based on Android 15, Smarter, Faster, Fully Upgraded

Customization↑ Convenience↑ Efficiency↑ Fluency↑ Privacy↑

No.7

Comprehensive After-Sales Support: Android Updates, 24/7 Hotline & Physical Repair Center

Always Ready to Assist, Anytime You Need

No.1 From DeepSeek to Gemini — World-Class AI Meets Self-developed Doke AI Apps

Smarter. Faster. More Creative.

AI Voice Activation

Your Voice, Your Key

With advanced voiceprint recognition, Active 5 responds only to your unique voice—offering truly personal, secure, and hands-free access.

AI Global Smart Control

Every Command, Instantly Executed

Transform your voice or text into a smart assistant. From sending emails and organizing your schedule to playing music, simply speak or type your command, and Gemini takes care of the rest instantly.

Gmail

Google Calendar

Google Keep

Google Tasks

Google Drive

Google Docs

WhatsApp

Messages

Phone

Google Maps

Google Flights

Google Hotels

YouTube

YouTube Music

Set Reminders
While Driving

Keep track of important tasks
safely with voice commands on the go.

Plan Your Vacation
While On the Go

Organize flights, hotels,
and routes hands-free for a smooth trip.

Send Emails While
Juggling Multiple Tasks

Maintain your productivity without breaking
your focus.

Stay Organized While
Traveling for Business

Check emails, schedule meetings, and
navigate efficiently — all hands-free.

AI Full-Screen Smart Assistance

Instant Answers, Instant Insights

Activate Gemini, tap "Ask About Screen Content", and instantly get answers about anything on your display. Skip the endless searching—enjoy a faster, smarter way to interact with your screen!

AI Smart Voice Interaction

Voice Your Question, Get Instant Answers

Simply speak your questions and receive instant, natural responses—no typing required. Whether in an emergency or managing a busy site, getting the information you need has never been easier.

AI Real-Time Conversation

Seamless Conversations, Smarter Responses

Automatically records your conversations and adapts replies to the context for smooth, natural interactions. Easily start, pause, and resume chats whenever you want.

Doke AI — Imagine More, Create Smarter

Hi Doki APP

Instant Insights, Effortless Creation

Enjoy rapid, insightful AI-powered search, seamless document analysis, and intelligent writing support. See your words come alive and unlock endless creative potential, all with a simple tap.

AI Online Search

Instant Answers, Always Ahead

Access real-time, accurate information instantly! Whether you're looking for answers or the latest updates, our AI-powered search delivers the most relevant results, keeping you ahead, anytime, anywhere!

Document Parsing

Key Insights, Instant Clarity

Effortlessly digest long documents or complex reports. Our AI extracts key insights in seconds, saving you time and boosting productivity. Get straight to the point, instantly!

Tutoring Assistant

Smart Help, Instant Solutions

Stuck on a problem? Our AI tutoring assistant scans, organizes, and helps you find solutions quickly. Break down complex concepts and tackle homework with ease, all in real-time.

Creative Art

Create Your World, Your Style

Unleash your imagination with a single tap! From anime dreams to festive vibes, explore 12 unique art styles—from cinematic to sketch. Turn ideas into eye-catching masterpieces anytime, anywhere.

Magic Photos

Be Who You Imagine, Instantly

Step into your dream role with AI VisionCraft — kung fu hero, enchanted fairy, or stylish pro. With 33 dazzling effects, bring any fantasy to life in just seconds. Unleash creativity like never before.

Sound of Inspiration

Think It. Hear It.

Turn imagination into melody in seconds. With 16 dynamic styles, AI Music Studio helps you compose vibrant tracks effortlessly—perfect for creators, dreamers, and trendsetters.

Chat with AI

20 Personalities. Infinite Fun.

Talk, learn, or just laugh with 20 distinct AI avatars—from sweet pets to quirky minds. Whether it's study time or chill time, there's always someone to chat with.

ImageX App

Transform Photos. Capture Attention. Go Viral.

Unleash the power of AI with up to 18 advanced editing tools—designed to elevate your photos from simple snapshots to scroll-stopping visuals. Whether you're fine-tuning details or adding dramatic flair, ImageX makes every image ready to shine across social media.

Remove Objects

Erase the Unwanted, Reveal the Perfect

Say goodbye to unwanted backgrounds or distractions in your photos. With just a few taps, remove objects, people, or text and make your image flawless—instantly.

Edit picture

Transform Photos, Unleash Creativity

Reinvent your photos with AI-powered editing tools! From cropping and filters to stickers, text, and more, transform every image into a masterpiece with just a few taps.

AI Retouching

Polish Your Photos, Elevate Your Confidence

From selfies to group photos, let AI enhance and refine your images, adding a touch of elegance and confidence. Every photo becomes flawless, radiant, and full of personality!

AI OutPainting

Expand Your Vision, Elevate Your Art

Unleash the full potential of your photos with just a tap! Break through the frame's boundaries, instantly expanding your view while keeping every detail intact. Transform each photo into a visual masterpiece!

Blur Photo

Focus on What Matters, Blur the Rest

Effortlessly blur the background and bring your subject into sharp focus, creating a cinematic depth-of-field effect that makes your photos stand out.

Replace Background

Change the Scene, Keep the Focus

With pinpoint accuracy, our AI identifies the subject in your photos, allowing you to effortlessly swap out the background. Instantly transform your images with a fresh scene and new atmosphere.

Blemish Remover

Flawless Perfection, One Tap Away

Effortlessly detect and refine blemishes, small spots, or imperfections on skin or photo surfaces, leaving your image flawless and pristine.

Enhanced & Clarity

Sharper, Brighter, Clearer

Bring your photos back to life! Enhance details, brighten colors, and ensure every image is as clear and vibrant as the original moment.

Paste Picture

Cut, Paste, Create

Seamlessly select and transfer specific areas or objects from one photo to another, creating custom visual effects that bring your creativity to life.

Descratch

Erase the Damage, Restore the Memories

Smartly detect and repair scratches or damage on your photos, restoring them to their pristine state with virtually invisible traces of repair.

Colorize B&W Photos

Bring the Past to Life in Full Color

Breathe new life into black-and-white photos by accurately restoring colors to every detail. Watch as people, landscapes, and even a ray of sunlight come alive, as if time has rewound.

Image Rectification

Restore Balance, Unleash Beauty

With a wave of magic, instantly correct distortions, tilts, and perspective issues, restoring your photos to their natural beauty.

Clone Picture

Clone It, Create It, Transform It

Effortlessly duplicate any area or object in your photos and place it elsewhere. "Clone" and create identical or similar content, opening up endless creative possibilities for your images.

Animate

Turn Still Photos into Living Memories

Bring your photos to life by simulating details like blinking, smiling, and head movements. Watch your memories become vivid and full of motion, telling their own unique story.

Spiral Effect

Twist Reality, Unleash Creativity

Capture the essence of interaction between people and their environment, blending them seamlessly with a dynamic spiral effect, adding a creative twist and endless possibilities to every photo.

Replace Sky

Change the Sky, Change the Mood

Transform your photos with just one click! Whether it's a bright blue sky, a breathtaking sunset, or a starry night, effortlessly change the sky to match your perfect vision.

Double Exposure

Two Worlds, One Stunning Image

Effortlessly blend two photos together, creating stunning, dreamlike visual effects. Transform your images into artistic masterpieces that push the boundaries of creativity.

Radical Color Contrast

Clash Colors, Create Impact

Unleash bold visual energy! Apply striking color clashes to different elements in your photos, creating a vibrant, modern style that grabs attention and makes a statement.

VidGen App

From Text to Motion. From Images to Emotion.

Simply enter a line of text or upload an image—VidGen's powerful AI turns your input into captivating video content. Whether you're crafting vlogs, short films, or reliving special moments, bring your stories to life with ease.

AI Text-to-Video

Visualize your ideas—transform plain words into cinematic storytelling.

AI Image-to-Video

Add motion to your memories—bring static images to life with dynamic flair.

AI Hug Effect

A digital embrace that feels real—convey warmth, comfort, and emotion in every frame.

AI Kiss Effect

Where light meets emotion—ignite romance with visually enchanting moments.

Soundle App

Compose Your Mood in Seconds

Describe your vibe, choose the style, pick the instruments—then let Soundle's AI compose a custom track that hits all the right notes. Whether you want something dreamy, upbeat, or soulful, the soundtrack of your moment is just one prompt away.

No. 2 Military-Grade IP68 & IP69K & MIL-STD-810H Strength, Engineered for Extremes

More Rugged, More Resilient, Designed to Endure

IP68 & IP69K Water & Dust Resistance

Built to Brave It All

To conquer harsh environments, the tablet is certified with both IP68 & IP69K ratings, ensuring superior resistance to water, dust, and even high-pressure, high-temperature water jets — ready for any mission, any time.

Underwater Camera

Dive Deep, Capture More

To break the boundaries of land photography, Active 5 features an underwater camera mode that enables effortless shooting in wet environments. With a single switch, users can capture breathtaking moments underwater — whether diving, stream trekking, or filming in the rain.

The camera utilizes a glass lens for protection, which is tightly bonded to the outer casing using waterproof adhesive. This effectively prevents water and dust from entering the camera.

The camera utilizes a glass lens for protection, which is tightly bonded to the outer casing using waterproof adhesive. This effectively prevents water and dust from entering the camera.

The side buttons utilize high-quality silicone waterproof rings, precisely engineered to fit snugly against the device body, effectively blocking water, dust, and other fine particles.

The side buttons utilize high-quality silicone waterproof rings, precisely engineered to fit snugly against the device body, effectively blocking water, dust, and other fine particles.

MIL-STD-810H Certified

Tested Tough, Trusted Everywhere

To ensure stable performance in the harshest conditions, Active 5 is certified to MIL-STD-810H military standards. It's built to withstand drops, temperature extremes, humidity, and vibration—ready for rugged use in deserts, highlands, and beyond.

*Up to 1.2m Drop Resistant

Panda MN228 Reinforced Glass

Tougher Glass, Safer Every Day

To enhance screen durability, the tablet features Panda MN228 reinforced glass with superior scratch and drop resistance. Whether facing daily slips or outdoor impacts, it stands strong—protecting every touch with confidence.

4 Times Scratch & Drop-Resistance⬆

-20°C to +60°C Operating Range

Reliable Even in Extreme Conditions

Engineered for unpredictable weather and rugged use, the tablet operates smoothly from -20°C to +60°C. Whether it's snow-covered patrol routes or blazing construction zones, it keeps going—unfazed and uninterrupted.

Glove Mode 2.0

Operate Seamlessly Even with Thick Gloves

Designed for extreme outdoor conditions, Glove Mode 2.0 enhances touch sensitivity and accuracy, enabling smooth operation even with thick gloves—perfect for construction sites, cold weather, and more.

No.3 8.68" Compact Display, Smooth AI 90Hz Refresh Rate and 6600mAh Mega Battery

Small Size, Big Power

8.68" Compact IPS Screen

Small Size, Big Vision

The 8.68-inch IPS HD screen offers compact size for easy portability, wide viewing angles, and vivid color display, ensuring comfortable and clear visuals whether reading, watching videos, or gaming.

800*1340

Resolution

85%

Screen-to
body Ratio

90Hz

Smart Refresh
Rate

360 nits

Brightness

AI 90Hz Smart Refresh rate

Smoother Motion, Smarter Power

Enjoy ultra-smooth visuals with a 90Hz refresh rate that makes scrolling, swiping, and transitions effortlessly fluid. The smart refresh algorithm dynamically adjusts the rate based on usage scenarios—balancing performance and power efficiency.

50% Smoother Viewing ↑

1080P Widevine L1 Support

Genuine HD, Unlimited Vision

Certified with Widevine L1, supports 1080P HD playback on major platforms like Netflix and Prime Video for a smooth, crisp viewing experience.

Certified by TÜV SÜD Low Blue Light

Certified Comfort, Safer for Your Eyes

Active 5's display is TÜV SÜD Low Blue Light certified, significantly reducing harmful blue light emissions to relieve eye strain during extended use. Whether reading, binge-watching, or working, your eyes stay protected and comfortable.

Five Eye-Comfort Modes

Always Easy on the Eyes

Active 5 features five thoughtfully designed eye-comfort modes to keep your eyes protected and relaxed in any environment. By minimizing blue light and adjusting display tones, it ensures a soothing viewing experience from day to night.

Dark Mode

Battery-saving mode with a soothing viewing experience

Night Light

Comfortable viewing with warmer colors

Reading Mode

Kindle-like e-reading experience with grayscale interface

Dual Smart-K BOX Speakers

Big Sound, Full Immersion

Equipped with dual Smart-K BOX speakers, the tablet delivers clear layers, deep bass, and immersive stereo sound—enhancing every scene, whether you're watching movies, gaming, or video calling.

Sleek, Compact, and Ready to Go

Blackview Active 5 redefines portability with its slim profile and lightweight design. Crafted for comfort and ease, it fits naturally in your hand, making every task—from work to play—more enjoyable on the move.

•Ultra-thin at just 12.3mm,
easy to slip into any bag

•Ergonomic curves for a secure,
comfortable grip

•Featherlight weight of only 510g,
perfect for carrying all day

•Designed for effortless one-handed
use, no strain, just convenience

Experience the freedom of a truly portable tablet that moves with you wherever life takes you.

6600mAh Mega Battery

Power That Lasts, Freedom That Stays

The built-in 6600mAh mega battery easily supports video streaming, online work, and gaming across multiple scenarios. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and enjoy uninterrupted moments all day long.

*The data is tested by Blackview Laboratory based on continuous use. The actual battery life may differ as usage situations vary.

AI Smart Power Saving Algorithms

Smarter Use, Longer Life

With smart power saving algorithms, the system dynamically adjusts resource allocation based on usage conditions, reducing power consumption while maintaining smooth performance—greatly enhancing overall energy efficiency and extending battery life.

20% Longer Usage Time↑

AI Smart Power Saving Algorithms

Charge Smart, Live Long

Powered by smart charging protection algorithms, the system monitors voltage, current, and temperature in real time, adjusting charging behavior to prevent overcharging and overheating—effectively extending battery lifespan and ensuring every charge is worry-free.

20% Longer Usage Time↑

No.4 Octa-core Unisoc T615 Chipset, Up to 24GB RAM, with TF Card Expansion up to 2TB

Smoothly Navigate Work, Learning, and Leisure

Octa-core Unisoc T615

Power Meets Efficiency

Equipped with the powerful octa-core Unisoc T615 processor, the tablet delivers robust performance with seamless multitasking, fast app launches, and smooth gaming and media playback—empowering users to effortlessly handle work and entertainment.

CPU: 2 x [email protected] + 6 x [email protected]
GPU: ARM Mali-G57 @ 850 MHz
AnTuTu:264440
12nm Process

Up to 24GB RAM=8GB RAM + 16GB Expansion

Powerful Performance, Unlimited Potential

Boosting multitasking power, the tablet supports up to 24GB RAM—a combination of 8GB high-speed RAM and 16GB expandable memory. It effortlessly handles multiple apps and large files, keeping the system smooth and responsive for longer.

128GB ROM + Up to 2TB TF Expansion

Store More, Worry Less

With massive storage, Active 5 lets you store apps, photos, videos, and documents effortlessly, delivering smooth performance even with large files and heavy usage. Whether for media or projects, it has all your storage needs covered.

128GB ROM + Up to 2TB TF Expansion

Advanced Cooling System

Cool Inside, Powerful Outside

With its advanced cooling system, Active 5 guarantees smooth, uninterrupted performance, even during gaming or streaming sessions. No overheating, no lag—just consistent, powerful performance.

No.5 16MP + 13MP AI Cameras with AI Powerful Editing Tools & AI Smart Lens

Capture Smarter, Create Brighter

16MP AI Rear Camera

Every Detail, Perfectly Captured

Equipped with a 16MP rear camera, delivering sharp and clear photos that effortlessly capture the beauty of every moment, near or far.

13MP AI Front Camera

Selfies and Calls, Perfectly Clear

Featuring a 13MP high-definition front camera, the tablet enables high-quality selfies and video calls, delivering clear and detailed visuals for meetings and social sharing, presenting users in their natural best.


Model Active 5
Color Black, Orange
Dimension 218.5*131.7*12.3mm
Weight 510g
OS DokeOS P 4.2 Based on Android 15
Display 8.68-inch IPS ,800*1340 Resolution
Panda@ MN228
90Hz Refresh Rate
CPU Octa-core Unisoc T615
RAM & ROM 8GB RAM & 128GB ROM, LPDDR4+UFS
TF Expansion Up to 2TB TF Expansion
Battery 6600mAh; 18w Charging
Front Camera 13MP
Rear Camera 16MP
Speaker Dual Smart-K BOX Speakers
Rugged Rating IP68 & IP69K & MIL-STD-810H
Navigation GPS+GLONASS+Galileo+Beidou
Glove Mode Dual; 2*SIM/1*SIM +1*TF Card
Glove Mode Support
NFC Support
Wi-Fi&Bluetooth IEEE802.11 b/g/n/a/ac(WiFi2.4/5),BT 5.2
Network Connectivity 2G Band: B2/B3/B5/B8
3G Band: B1/B8
4G Band: FDD:B1/B3/B7/B8/B19/B20/B28A/B28B
TDD: B40/B41
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Tracy and Christina
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 5
Amazing!
Format: Kindle, Format: Kindle
This book was phenomenal, I devoured it within a few days! For this being a debut novel, it is fantastic and I would’ve thought the author was a seasoned author. I have zero complaints about this book. Let me start by saying that the world building was phenomenal. I could picture everything in my head because of how detailed it was — that’s how good it was written. And I absolutely love the “captive/captor” trope so much, it’s become one of my favorite tropes, so I was pleasantly surprised to see that this book had that. I loved the banter between Rogue and Ara — they’re both snarky and witty, plus with the romantic tension, it made the dialogue that much better. Speaking of romantic tension, yes there is spice but not so much of it that it overrides the plot, which I loved. For me, this would probably be on the 3/5 level of spice. This book had a ton of plot twists and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2024
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R Spires
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 4
High on Tropes and Satisfaction
Format: Kindle
This is a great Romantasy book full of action, adventure, and everything you look for in this genre. I won’t lie: it does kinda feel like the author found every common trope from every successful book of this kind and threw them all into this novel. But if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Especially in romance, there’s a large audience who has specific expectations, and they want them every time. Nothing wrong with that and many times I’m one of them. I have no idea what defines a spoiler honestly, so spoiler alert!!!!!!! Tropes include: Only one bed at the inn/bar Dissatisfaction with life before hunk appears Lost royalty The chosen one Montage of dress up time followed by shocked hunk Forbidden romance between two from rival peoples Power that cannot be controlled, simply guided/asked Gathering intel at the inn/bar FMC who knows how to fight/use weapons well There’s probably more but no need to list them all. Good story and I would recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2024
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evelynn kate
Omaha, US
★★★★★ 5
AMAZING debut novel!!!
Format: Kindle
Plot ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Spice 🌶️🌶️.5 Romance 💘💘💘 Vibes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dual 1st person POV - Ara (26) & Rogue (39 - but looks mid-20s: they can live hundreds of years so this isn't that large of a gap as it could've been which I heavily appreciate lol) Tropes: enemies to lovers, fae/human wars (deep hatred for each other), shifters (dragons- MMC can only partial shift with wings), one horse, one bed, touch her and d!e, found family, abduction turned to freedom The Last Storm is the debut novel from JD Linton and let me tell you, you guys NEED to read this. The plot was engaging and the editing was was amazing (especially for a debut novel). Our FMC, Ara, is stuck in her gilded cage longing for a life outside of her small town. She uses her books to escape and live vicariously through the pages (honestly, relatable). After her father announces her betrothal to her childhood friend (to whom she has no romantic feelings for), Ara tumbles unknowingly into a desperate plot trying to stop the humans from slaughtering the Fae. As one can expect from an enemies to lovers / kidnapper/captive romance, Ara fights her attraction and lust towards our MMC, Rogue (the King of the Fae), for as long as she can. Upon seeing Ara for the first time, Rogue is instantly aware that she is his fated mate (not a spoiler). Since she is the General's only daughter, he plans to abduct her and use her as leverage to stop the brutality. During Ara's time in Rogue's captivity, their banter and chemistry continue to rise until they finally boil over and come together (quite literally, and many times I may add 😉). Here's what I LOVED: - Rogue continuously seeks advice from his elders and deeply respects their opinions and life experience and tries to implement their recommendations - Rogue makes many mistakes in the beginning but we see him actively work on not repeating them as the book progresses. The level of self-awareness and his ability to change his behavior was impressive - The magic system is intricate and we have only scraped the surface. As the series continues and Ara progresses in her powers, I'm sure we'll get to see more of this. I absolutely LOVE the messaging system that is used in this book. - Ara's struggles are so human and so raw. She is experiencing so much guilt and pain and hurt and getting to see her work through each of these emotions is inspiring. Especially as her and Rogue get closer and she learns she can lean on him as well, that she is not alone. - While this is the start of a series, there is NO cliffhanger! There's a bit of a teaser of something major that is going to happen at the start of the next book, but it's not a cliffhanger in the sense that we aren't sure if someone is going to live or d!e or if they'll be separated. For that, I am very thankful! This book was so much fun that I will definitely be returning to book 2, even if it takes several months (or longer since this is an debut author) to publish! - Lastly, the cover is GORGEOUS! And I love the title! I'll copy a few of my favorite quotes below so you can have a little taste of the author's writing and the world she's cultivated. 😊 Top Highlights from The Last Storm On days like this, when my heart was heavy and my mind clouded, I resorted to books— to escape, to forget, to find freedom where I had none. If I were to marry him, my face would always be turned to the window, searching for more, and if not that, I would be a shell of the person I am now. I stepped back to admire her, thr0bbing at the sight. She was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen. To ever exist. Nothing, no one, had ever deserved to be worshiped more. All men should be made to kneel before her. But she would have to settle for me. The taste of her met my t0ngue as my scent merged with hers, forever branding her. Mine. I l!cked the wound. Hers. Completely and utterly hers. I didn’t claim her in ownership. I claimed her as my one. Devoted myself to one. With that mark, my body and soul were bound to her. I would never be with anyone else, emotionally or physically. It would be her or no one, until my last breath. “Scream my name. Let everyone know who I belong to.” I had never really cared about the weather before, but now, clear skies meant everything to me, and I was grateful to see another calm morning. “There will never be another woman for me.” He paused. “Ever.” I stilled at his words. “What… Why?” “This”— his thumb slid down across the mark—“ is a symbol of… surrender. I know you believe that it was my claim upon you, but it wasn’t. It never was. I bound my body and soul to you, little storm.” “I also know that it is more than this tiny, insignificant mark on your skin that binds me to you. It’s you. All of you. Your strength and resilience. Your determination to endure no matter what fate throws at you. Your love for love and stories and hope. You are entirely the opposite of everything that I am and I would gladly wear your shackles if it meant I could have you.” My mate. Mine. And then everything shifted and I understood. I understood everything. The surrender. The deep, soul-craving longing. Bound. I was bound to him. Body and soul. Entirely his. “I would’ve waited forever,” he whispered back, understanding. Seriously, everyone.. add this to your TBR!!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022
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Ashlee
Fort Morgan, US
★★★★★ 4
A Decent Fae Romance
Format: Kindle
** 3.5 Stars rounded up to 4 ** First off I want to say that I found the author, J. D. Linton, on TikTok right before the release of the sequel. I bought the first 2 books to support her release, so congrats to her for the release of the sequel! Overall, I liked the story & plot, I liked the characters, and I liked the spice. The downfalls: not enough development between the characters for the romance, and it leaned a little heavy into the tropes. A lot of stuff is told to you, which could have been used as devices to drive the plot and emotions of the characters. 🛑🛑 Mild Spoilers ahead, I tried to hide the obvious ones 🛑🛑 This is very obviously a fated mates, which is a trope I usually really enjoy. But I wish the relationship between Ara & Rogue had much more development before it's realized that they're mates, instead of Rogue knowing almost immediately and using it for nefarious purposes (at least in the beginning before they get to know each other). By revealing this within the first quarter of the book, I feel like it leaves less room for them to fall for each other organically (albeit with help from the mating bond) and they love each other because of the mating bond. I was disappointed as soon as Rogue know (literally only 5% in) and I literally made a note: "As much as II love a good mating trope, I wish we had to work for it a little more. Where's the fun in just telling us?" I believe that by holding out and feeding the reader snippets of a potential bond, it would've been more rewarding as a reader. I also wish there was more world building - we are told of a war between human & fae but don't get to really experience any of it. Ara is sheltered in her human home, then sheltered in Rogue's castle. There's bits and pieces about what the war has done on either side - but we're more told of the aftermath and don't really experience any of it. Ara's father is supposed to be the king's #1 general - yet he is at home with his family & with Ara for the first couple chapters. Her, her family, nor her village seem to be affected by the 10 year war going on on their borders. I wish there was a little more setup to make this conflict - an actual war - feel more than a skirmish between fighting territories. Linton could also be a little repetitive - with the biggest culprit being when Ara is upset she "brings [her] knees to [her] chest]" and either sits like that or cries. Every time she is upset this phrase is mentioned. I would get it if this was her crutch, or how she copes with grief and stress, but that should be explained why she does it so often or it becomes repetitive. I started to get annoyed with how often she would sit like this solely because it happens every couple chapters. However, I did really like the spice. I love an enemies to lovers trope, especially when it results in spicy scenes. The spicy scenes weren't anything new, but they were fun. Wish there were more but that could also just be me - there is no such thing as too much spice 😂 Would I read again? Probably not, I'm super picky with rereads. Although I did genuinely enjoy my first read through! Will I continue the series? Probably, at least for the sequel. As for #3, kind of depends on where I am with my TBR once that is released All in all an enjoyable, fast paced read
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
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Ashton Taylor
Lake Worth, US
★★★★★ 3
I love indie authors
Format: Kindle
Let me preface this by saying—writing a book is HARD! Coming up with characters so real that they take on a life of their own, building an entire world, the political/magic system. Designing all of this is no easy feat. That being said. This book had so. Much. Potential. I was so excited to read this book, and I plan to finish it for the sake of finishing it. But. At this point, I would have set I’d aside as a DNF. The book could have benefited from some form of a developmental editor, or an in depth beta reader. I will say this. Within 5 chapters, there are so many… phrases that I’ve highlight that I’ve latched onto. Phrases about books and storms that were written BEAUTIFULLY! So, bravo Linton for hitting the nail on the head as to why readers disappear like they do! However, 5 chapters in and I can already guess where a majority of the story is going. But that’s also because I read like a mad-woman and have read this particular type of story, many different ways. Enemies to lovers where the FMC isn’t who she thinks she is. I am all about supporting indie authors. BUT. I also feel like criticism should be constructive, and not degrading. So if I could give this book a 4 1/2, strictly because I know the work the author put into this, I would. So if you’re looking for an easy read with characters that aren’t hard to follow, look no further! They are easy to love and easy to care for. One of the biggest issues they lacked, to me, was depth and plausible reactions to their situations. JD, you have done BEAUTIFULLY writing this book. I applaud and will continue to buy your books in the future. My BIGGEST recommendation is to definitely hire some form of an editor for any upcoming books. Or in turn, I will be happy to beta read for you. Should my opinion change of the book by the time I finish, I will happily get on here and say I was wrong, delete this review and post a different one. Until then…
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Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2022

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