This omnibus edition encompasses the entire series, but this review is about the final installment titled ‘Destined.’ From a young age, Tinder was indoctrinated to despise his enemy—vampires—who were responsible for the death of his entire family. However, his attraction to the enigmatic and alluring vampire, Bane, challenges everything he has been taught. When an army of vampires is assembled to eliminate the hunters, with Bane as a prime target, Tinder finds himself in a precarious situation and must rely on a vampire for survival.
I found ‘Destined’ to be the perfect conclusion to this series. I appreciated Tinder’s journey of self-discovery, where he comes to realize that life isn’t as black and white as he once believed. Despite many obstacles, Bane’s unwavering love for Tinder remained steadfast, and their shared history added depth to their relationship. The story still maintains the signature elements of the previous installments: dialogues, dry humor, and the entertaining banter between Tinder, Bane, and the supporting characters.
While I felt a sense of sadness for Lee’s character, I hope that he receives his own storyline and experiences a similar awakening. Overall, this series delivers on all fronts and is destined to become one of my favorite rereads in the future!
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
About the Author
Alexa Land has been writing gay romance since 2012 and is a true believer in happily ever after. She lives in the Pacific Northwest and keeps vampire hours, preferring to write when everyone else is asleep.
Alexa’s books are about friends, found family, and falling in love. She’s best known for the Firsts and Forever series and its spin-offs, including her new Firsts and Forever Stories. Alexa is also the author of the paranormal California Obscura series.