Shadows of Light (The Shadow Realms, Book 6)

I have truly enjoyed this series of books, “The Shadow Realms” by Brenda K. Davies. The storylines are well developed and thought out, with many twists & turns. The characters are believable and pull you into their journeys and make you want to know more about their stories. The world builds are detailed and help set the tone for each of the realms.However, the story pace often slows & even drags due to so much filler information and way more detail than is needed. I can’t decide if the continuation of this series is for storytelling purposes or for garnering additional money from a well received storyline & cast of liked characters. Probably both, but at times it makes the story seem sluggish & tiring. I do realize the next book in the series is focusing more on a different group of characters. I will probably read the next book in the series, but not sure if I would continue reading if it goes to an eighth book. The 7th book needs to be a real page turner to keep my interest!

I can't believe there are already 6 books in this series! I kind of wish I had found this series after it finished because there is so much to take in and I tend to forget side characters and things that have happened because of the time between books lol. But that is a me problem. With that being said can I just say that my heart broke for Lexi all over again in this book.Lexi is not only navigating being a new queen but also how to survive without her mate. Cole left the group to protect them after he let the shadows take over. While the king is dead the threats against Lexi are still front and center. Lexi has no idea who is friend or foe and the betrayals just keep coming in this book. I honestly felt so depressed for most of the book lol. The only thing that helped was the dragons. I LOVED Alina and her babies and this was such a bright spot in the story and something I wish there had been more of. I am hoping in the next book we get more dragons.As always Branda knows how to world-build and create such amazing characters. I honestly am attached to everyone and I think it would break my heart (again) if we lose anyone else in the next book.Looking forward to the next book and what is in store for Lexi and Cole.

So this is the continuation of the story of Cole and Lexi. There was not a lot of steam in this book which I kinda of missed. The romance was still there but it felt like we were missing something. I also wished we got to see more of Lexi's power and the new things she was learning. I also wanted a definite ending but it seems we decided to take the side characters and give them their own books so this book really didn't end the series. Still a quick fun read but just wanted a little more.

Absolutely loved this series so far and can’t wait to see what book 7 is all about. Love all the involvement of multiple species, realms, and magic these books have to offer. The love story is beautiful!!Impatiently, but forcibly waiting patiently until this next one comes.

Let’s be honest… there was no need for this book. Add an extra 100 pages to book 5 & that would be all anyone needed. I always knew who that traitor was. The excessive drama at the end wasn’t needed.Spoilers: Beware!The fact we didn’t get that wedding, and are going straight into Orin & S book is kinda rude.I get there are other stories… but you could have wrapped this up before starting those.This was close to The Road To Hell my absolute favorite of all her series. I had hopes we’d get something like that. We get some but not all.I need a better epilogue for Cole & Lexi!!!! I need babies playing with baby dragons!Write a damn Novella for them in HEA!

Well I must say I was not expecting for book 6 of this series NOT to be the last one. So you could say I have mixed feelings about this. Even though it was very entertaining, with plenty of action, adventure, romance and steam, I was expecting it to be the epic conclusion of this wonderful series. After the previous book gave us “the battle” where the main characters finally confronted the evil forces, it was expected that this book would wrap up the story for good. As enjoyable as this series has been, I don’t believe it needed more drama added to it for the sake of adding another book and and therefore making the readers pay for an additional book, which could finally be the last one or not!

Another blockbuster! This is the 6th installment in the Shadow Realms series and the story just keeps getting better! The thrills, the action, the twists & turns will leave you on the edge of your seat!The war is over, but not all is good…yet. Lexi and Cole are apart. Lexi is left alone to learn to rule the realms while Cole tries to keep the shadow from taking over and turning him dark. He wants to get back to Lexi and her light, but right now he needs to stay away to keep her safe, even if it means he is putting himself at risk.Can Lexi pull things together and successfully rebuild and lead Dragonia? Can Cole beat the shadow and get back to life with Lexi? I can’t wait for book 7 to get these answers and more.

This was an excellent series. Well written with solid characters and lots of world building or should I say realm building. The plot was pretty epic with lots of quests and battles tempered by the MCs love.

I couldn’t wait to read more from this amazing series and as usual Brenda doesn’t disappoint.Lexi is just about surviving. She is breathing and trying to keep busy. The hole Cole has left is slowly draining her. She needs him.Cole is slowly becoming a little crazy. He is still in control of the shadows but for how long? He can not chance going near Lexi but will do anything to keep her safe.Lexi needs to build bridges with the people and show she can lead. She also needs to find a way to help Cole but will it be too late?Such an absolutely sensational read. Brenda is one author I will always one click. Can’t wait for more from these amazing characters.

Oh My God, AMAZING!! Lexi & Cole's story has made my heart stop a couple times LOVE THEM. Love this series so much. Can't wait for the next book!!