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Gleam The Plated Prisoner Series III

Raven Kennedy2021
Book 3 of this adult fantasy series continues in this epic story inspired by the myth of King Midas, fae, fated romance, and insurmountable greed. "I don't choose him. Not anymore. I'm choosing me." King Midas made me the woman I am today. Notorious. Unattainable. His. The thing about being confined is that you believe it's to keep the bad out. ...Until you realize it's about keeping you in. I'm now in a strange kingdom surrounded by liars, with no allies of my own, but I won't sit idly by and let myself wither. No, there's something that's bloomed from the pit of my repression. Something dark. Something angry. But the last thing I expected was for my anger to call out to him. King Ravinger. He's sinister and powerful and entirely too seductive. I've learned my lesson with trusting manipulative kings, so why does my chest constrict every time he's near? I need to tread carefully, or I'm at risk of losing much more than just my freedom. Regret and revenge war inside of me, and I need to figure out a plan fast before I get tangled up in the schemes of kings and queens. Because I won't be caught in a cage again. No, this time, it'll be me setting the trap. ...I just hope my heart comes out of this unscathed. Please note: This is an adult fantasy series with dark elements that may be triggering, as well as explicit scenes.
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Cheyenne Willis@cheyennew
3.5 stars
Sep 23, 2024

Okay definitely not my favorite but I was eating it up, nonetheless. I will say that I had to skip some of the spicy scenes bc they weren’t doing it for me:,(. But very fun. (I only skimmed through Malina’s pages, if I’m going to be honest here)

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anna haskins @annahaskins
5 stars
Aug 19, 2024

YUP

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big ab@snapitsabbey
4 stars
Jul 26, 2024

okay, i was getting bored of this particular book because it felt like it was just about a bunch of people walking around a castle and that nothing was happening. HOWEVER, the ending was pretty strong. and there was a twist that i didn’t see (which is shocking because i easily foretold book 1 and 2’s twists). these books are definitely not “””good””” even though they’re trying desperately to be. but im having a good time.

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Syrina@syrinaina
4 stars
May 22, 2024

now THIS is what I’m talking about. Definitely the best book in the series so far BY FAR. The metaphors that hit you in the face and the connections that finally click in to place make this story interesting from start to finish. And the spice and romance is delectably satiating

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Megan@meprevost024
5 stars
Apr 15, 2024

This series has a grip on my heart, soul, and personality. I love Slade so much. Best fantasy love interest of all time. I probably will say more when I’m not experiencing book hangover. But for now, simply: ahhjhhhhhhhhhhh

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Sarah@lastoriale
5 stars
Apr 9, 2024

ce livre m’a tout donné puis tout repris, m’a écrabouillé, malmené, ne pas laisser un seul répit, m’a compressé et arraché le cœur quelle dinguerie d’écrire ça, raven kennedy, madame, vous avez du sang et des larmes sur les mains et je parle bien de mon sang et de mes larmes

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aleksandra@aleksandrareading
3 stars
Apr 2, 2024

** spoiler alert ** 3.5/5 I'm really hooked up about this series, like really, but these are just some things that I personally don't like, and I think this series would be a lot better without. I thought the chapters from Queen Malina's point of view would end in the last book, but they were still here, and I don't know, but I just don’t care about her, so I basically skipped her point of view. The same goes for chapters from King Midas point of view, I understand they are in some ways important, but I really don't care what he thinks when the only thing I want is his death. I wish there were povs from Rip's friends / soldiers from the Fourth Kingdom, I love these people. "I can’t wait to see the rest of you. You’re so much more than what you let yourself be." “Don’t,” I whisper. “I won’t let him make you into the villain.” A gaze as sharp as thorns hooks into me, holds me hostage. “I told you, I’ll be the villain for you.” Resolve bolsters my spine. “Yes. But so will I.” With most of the books I'm like, “wow, I really don't know how they're going to handle this situation". I had the exact opposite with this book, I had the feeling that some situations could have played out differently and they chose a longer and worse way, like damn I was mad in some moments. Now to our main character Auren, I totally understand her trauma and what she went through in her life, but I really thought there will be some improvement. I was very sad when she returned to King Midas and it took her so long to run away from him. Girl you literally have more power than him and the most powerful king on your side!!! Finally, in this book we have more romantic scenes between King Ravinger and Auren. The smutty scenes were honestly so hot and I love that they were long, it was worth to wait for them. The ending made this book for me, I was almost crying from happiness when she killed King Midas. I love women rage in books.

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Danae@dan_papadim
5 stars
Mar 15, 2024

There are no words to describe this book. I smiled, I giggled, I sobbed. It was a real rollercoaster. I hope you are ready for this because the amount and intensity of events happening in this book is truly overwhelming. One of the best books I’ve ever read.

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Sidney Schaffner@sidschaff
5 stars
Mar 10, 2024

This one kept me on the edge of my fucking seat. I laughed and I cried. I loved this one. Still a simp for Rip. ❤️

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The_Darker_The_Better@the_darker_the_better
5 stars
Feb 18, 2024

** spoiler alert ** Going into this book we find out Rip and king Rot are the same man. I thought maybe it would take another book before we got to see them fall in love and finally give in to each other. Finally she came to him before she lost him. I was not expecting the twist at the end it got me because the extent of the deception and the lies that all came out. I can’t wait to see where this story goes. ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

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The_Darker_The_Better@the_darker_the_better
5 stars
Jan 31, 2024

Going into this book we find out Rip and king Rot are the same man. I thought maybe it would take another book before we got to see them fall in love and finally give in to each other. Finally she came to him before she lost him. I was not expecting the twist at the end it got me because the extent of the deception and the lies that all came out.

I can’t wait to see where this story goes. ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

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+4
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Mofu@mofutoos
5 stars
Jan 26, 2024

Five stars ngl was the best yet, i ugly cried a lot in this book but could not love the ending more. Again very very graphic please do check the trigger warnings

+6
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kenz@nectrnes
4 stars
Jan 7, 2024

Hey husband😙

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June@bookedbyjune
4 stars
Sep 1, 2023

Spoilers ahead

This is my favorite book of this series by far because finally after two books we get a decent plot ! Auren has some spectacular character development and I was there for it. I actually liked some of the other characters more as well, especially Slade. I kind of prefer Slade to Rip even though if you know you know. I liked the ending more than the rest of the book and I was beyond happy that Auren finally stood up for herself against Midas

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cam@clayolivia
5 stars
Jun 29, 2023

CHEF KISS, FIVE STARS I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS BOOK THE BEST OF ALL, CAN'T WAIT TO READ THE NEXT this book has it all, I loved all of Auren's growth, how she realized how Midas was manipulating her all her life and how she tries to save herself from it. I liked all the political history and all the drama. I loved the end, GOD THAT END the idiot Midas got what he deserved, ASSHOLE! AND FINALLY SLADE/RIP, OMG I NEED THAT MAN IN MY LIFE I BELIEVE IN AURENSLADE SUPREMACY

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June@readinginafrica
3.5 stars
May 3, 2023

This is so far the best book in this series. Finally after two books we actually see some stuff happening. Auren finally let's go of Midas and starts to be her own character and we learn so much more about her. Just like with the other books in this series the writing was good and the characters loveable, Auren especially. I loved Slade more than I did Rip even though ( if you know you know ) I won't say more because I don't want to spoil it. I don't have much else to say about this book, the ending was really good and it was probably the best part of this entire book. One thing though is that most say that this series is really spicy and while there is two spice scenes in Gleam the previous books have no spice only some really dark messed up stuff and loads of trauma which definitely needs TW/s

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Kennedy Eitmann@kennedyeitmann
4 stars
Feb 27, 2023

I LOVE THE PLOT TWISTS

+3
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Lauren Nicole@nebula
3 stars
Feb 22, 2023

3.5/5 Stars I read all three of the Plated Prisoner books really quickly and thoroughly enjoyed them. Wasn’t so sure with the first one feeling like it should have been a prequel novella, but the second and third vastly improved! The only reason I’m rating this 3.5/5 rather than 4 is because the spice wasn’t it for me. The way it’s written seemed out of place and almost out of character?—And maybe that’s just because it’s a lot more vulgar and less allusive than other NA fantasies that I’m used to, but it had me cringing and with full blown second-hand embarrassment in a few places. But to each their own! Still a fun read and I’m excited for the continuation of the series.

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Lyndsy Argento@lyndsyc32
2.5 stars
Feb 8, 2023

Honestly, like nothing actually happens in these books and the themes are elementary level but with insane amounts of dark trauma with NO trigger warnings anywhere. I will read the next one because I’m too invested in the story and I do like the main character a lot. It’s just… can we get like more scenes with the fun characters instead of our main girl only experiencing trauma the ENTIRE 600 pages

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Jordan H@jordanh
3 stars
Feb 7, 2023

3.75 ⭐️

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Emily Ross@emilymross
3 stars
Feb 7, 2023

This book is not terrible, you’ll want to keep reading because you want to find out what happens. But the smut is absolutely horribly written and the writing itself is reaching for poetic but falling extremely short, often being more eye roll enduring than anything else. Will I finish this series absolutely. Will I recommend it to anyone… probably not.

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Shawna Delellis@shawnalynn
5 stars
Jan 22, 2023

I’m so happy I stuck with this series because I ended up really loving it. I cannot wait for the next book to come out! I fell in love with the characters and how unique and interesting they were. I admire Auren and all she’s been through and her growth through the series. Rip has got to be one of my favorite book guys!

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Emma Jones@readingwithemm
5 stars
Jan 18, 2023

Good grief. Crying screaming throwing up.

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Courtney@courtney_reads
5 stars
Dec 30, 2022

This is definitely the best book of the series. I loved the little plot twist in the end and Auren coming into herself, believing in herself was great character development. Also LOVE slade.

Highlights

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Alison Deaner@alisonreads

"...You're not the villian in my story."

"I am," he says without remorse, his sharp jaw tight with tension. "But I'll be the villian for you. Not to you."

Page 319
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Alison Deaner@alisonreads

Midas nods. "I'd actually like to speak with you."

I'd actually rather chew iron nails and shit them back out, but the life of a king isn't easy.

Page 293
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Alison Deaner@alisonreads

I shake one of the larger ones quite vigorously, and then- "Fluff this one for me, will you?" I chuck it at him as hard as I can before all the words even leave my mouth.

The golden satin pillow slams into Midas's face, feathers bending around his head with a satisfying thump. Juvenile, sure. But it does wonders for my morale.

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Alison Deaner@alisonreads

He made me suffer for years. He took away my control.

Now, it's time I take it back.

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ausra@ausragi

We tell ourselves twisted lies to tangle around our wicked truths, all so that we can get caught up in the bind and not have to face bare regrets.

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Leonie@morallyblack

“I’d touch you if it wouldn’t turn you solid,” I admit. “One part of me is plenty solid already,” he says with a devilish smirk.

Page 407

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Leonie@morallyblack

“The moment that sun dips, Goldfinch, you’re mine.”

Page 396
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Leonie@morallyblack

“Good goddess,” I breathe, pressing a hand to my hot cheek. “You’re a crass one, aren’t you?” Carnal amusement crosses his expression. “Oh, Goldfinch, if you think that was crass, then you don’t want to know the things I’m thinking, because they’re positively filthy.”

Page 394

But ... I want to know!

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Leonie@morallyblack

“Love happens in all kinds of ways. Fast. Slow. In bits and pieces, or immediate. Filled with lust, one- sided longing, a snap realization never noticed before. Deeply. Thoroughly. Love is a whisper we didn’t hear or a sound that drums in our ears and drowns out everything else.”

Page 392
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Leonie@morallyblack

“Oh, I’m certain,” he replies. “I chose you the moment you called me a prick, and your ribbons tried to knock me on my ass.”

Page 391

We chose your ass then, too.

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Leonie@morallyblack

“I want all of you,” he tells me, a newfound hunger in the depths of his green eyes that stirs heat beneath my skin. “Every piece, every memory, every minute, every inch. This isn’t going to be some casual dalliance. This isn’t going to be temporary. I want you soul, mind, and body. I want your trust and your thoughts. I want your past, your present, your future. So make very certain that you want me for the right reasons. Be certain that you’re choosing this, because once you do, there’s no turning back.”

Page 390
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Leonie@morallyblack

My eyes drop to his powerful thighs, and I watch as he meticulously layers the grate with kindling from the neat woodpile before he lights it with a piece of flint. Sparks come to life, and he leans in closer, blowing softly until flames lick up the wood. I don’t know why I find that sexy, but I do.

Page 389

It's the thighs, girlfriend, it's ALWAYS the thighs.

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Leonie@morallyblack

“I keep blaming you for things so that I can push you away. But you’ve done nothing wrong. Not really. You’ve challenged me and pissed me off and lied, but it’s nothing I didn’t do right back. You’re not the villain in my story.” “I am,” he says without remorse, his sharp jaw tight with tension. “But I’ll be the villain for you. Not to you.”

Page 384

I mean ... 🖤

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Leonie@morallyblack

“Fuck that. We’re not leaving you here with that golden prick.” I cast him a look. “Worried about me, Os?” He stops walking, turning his huge bulk to block my path. “If you really want us to go, you know we will. We’re your Wrath, and we will carry out whatever action you want, you just say the word. But Lu is gonna be pissed if you have no one to watch your back.” “You’re a bunch of mother hens,” I mutter with a shake of my head.

Page 361

We love some motherhens.

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Leonie@morallyblack

“We all have our edge, Auren. One day, you’re going to find where yours is.” The darkness of his essence brushes against my skin like a whisper’s caress. “You’re going to find out just how far you can be pushed until you’re tipped over. And when that happens, when you find your edge, just promise me one thing.” My voice comes out like a croak, a single tear dashing down. “What?” “Don’t fall.” Time stands still as he leans in and places a kiss on my temple, lips turning to whisper into my ear. “Fly.”

Page 344

My filthy mind would like to collaborate with my filthier mouth, but ... he could take me to the edge as many times as he'd like.

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Leonie@morallyblack

The intensity of his gaze lights a fire in my belly. “My own good was stuck on a pirate ship, with an aura like a beacon that flared across the Barrens,” he grits out, a thick spun voice meant to tie knots around me. “My own good was cowering before men who were nothing—fucking nothing—in comparison to her.” All of my ability to breathe is gone as I stare at him in shock. “My own good hated me, fought me, argued with me, but I didn’t care, because I watched her slowly come out of her shell, peeling back one layer at a time, and it was stunning.” He raises a finger in front of my face. “I got one touch. One taste, and if it was an act of selfishness, then you should know, it certainly wasn’t one-sided, Auren.”

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Leonie@morallyblack

Rip adjusts his hold on me, and I have to work not to let my neck fall back. “You’re very floppy.” I rest my head against his firm, muscled chest. “You’re very hard,” I counter. A rich, dark laugh slips from his mouth. “You’ve no idea.”

Page 204

Don't judge me, I have the humour of a 12yo.

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Leonie@morallyblack

“No, thanks,” I reply curtly, enjoying the flash of frustration that goes through his eyes. “But I’ll curtsy for you instead, Your Moldering Majesty.”

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Stephanie @stephanie

That’s the thing about escapism. In whatever form, it always ends, and then we’re forced back into a reality that’s not nearly as satisfying.

Page 563

The moment you finish your book and realize you have to get back to life now 🥲

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Stephanie @stephanie

If only we could stop competing, stop the petty jealousies, stop letting men pit us against one another. Imagine what women could do if we started being loyal to each other?

Page 532

#girlssupportgirls 🖤👯‍♀️

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Stephanie @stephanie

"We all have our edge, Auren. One day, you're going to find where yours is. You're going to find out just how far you can be pushed until you're tipped over. And when that happens, when you find your edge, just promise me one thing.“ "Don't fall – Fly"

Page 344

🖤🪶

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Stephanie @stephanie

"He hit you." Slade grinds out the words, each one spoken from sharp back teeth. Midas has done far more than that, but emotional assault doesn't leave any marks on the skin.

Page 339

Aurens mental state is pictures so REAL, like you could feel her pain.

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Stephanie @stephanie

It's time to start embracing who I am and what I'm capable of.

Page 86

Say it louder for the people in the back 👊🏼🔥

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Genesis (@whisperingchapters)@whisperingchapters

We tell ourselves twisted lies to tangle around our wicked truths, all so that we can get caught up in the bind and not have to face bare regrets.

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