Evander, Viggo and their friends have returned to England in a bid to thwart the dark mages conspiracy. This entry continues the series action, adventure, danger, and loyalty while still holding the main characters love as the foundation to Evander and Viggo's story.
From the blurb:
The artefact he fought to recover across two continents is now secured. But the Crimson Codex does not intend to be contained.
Duke Evander Ravenwood’s magic is changing. The Crimson Codex may be secured in Scotland Yard's vault, but it is far from dormant. The ancient power he wrested from the Alps has lodged itself inside him, erupting without warning and beyond his control. A secret he had yet to reveal to anyone—including the man who shares his bed.
When two of Viggo Stonewall's agents disappear in Liverpool, Evander and Viggo lead a team on a rescue mission that will drag them from the rain-slicked dockyards of the industrial north to the gilded drawing rooms of London's elite.
Soon, the fragile peace they fought for begins to fracture. The Mage Council wants the Codex. Parliament wants the Arcane Division on its knees. And the foe whose reach stretches from the streets to the highest corridors of power is tightening a noose none of them can see.
With allies stretched thin and enemies hiding in plain sight, Evander and Viggo must navigate a web of conspiracy, political ambition, and dark magic that threatens to consume everything they have built, including each other.
This time, the greatest threat may not be the enemy at their gates. It may be the force awakening inside the mage himself.
Mage's Gambit is the fourth book in Ava Marie Salinger’s bestselling MM historical fantasy romance series The Mage and His Brute. With heart-pounding intrigue, a romance forged in fire, and stakes that will leave readers breathless. Perfect for fans of historical fantasy and LGBTQ+ romance.
SNik's review:
Fourth in series (The Mage and His Brute), must be read in order. Paranormal historical fantasy. Established couple. Found family. Dual POV.
Evander, Viggo and their group of friends have returned to England with the Crimson Codex. They are under fire from not only the dark mages but also political foes that are threatening everything they hold dear.
The adventure and action remain strong with this addition to the series, and Evander and Viggo remain as committed to each other as ever. I really enjoy the found family aspect of this series, as the main couple have a group of loyal friends and coworkers as they try to fight the dark mages and the all encompassing conspiracy that seems to be leading them to war. Every time Evander and Viggo are on page makes this romance story both swoony and compelling, they are dedicated to each other and to doing the right thing which makes them worthwhile characters to root for. I’m excited that the author is releasing the remainder of this series in the next few months and can’t wait to see how our heroes manage to win as well as get their HEA.
Mage's Gambit is currently available as an e-book and can be read as part of your Kindle Unlimited Subscription
Mage's Gambit is currently available as an e-book and can be read as part of your Kindle Unlimited Subscription
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