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Some desires can’t be buried. Especially when they run in the bloodline.
Breeding season has come to Ashfall Hollow. Orendil knows exactly what he’s doing when he wanders too close to the breeding grounds. He knows who he’ll find there: the only alpha he’s wanted for years. The one who’s always looked at him like he’s off limits. Untouchable. Not anymore—not this breeding season.
These things happen. It doesn’t mean anything. Nyric insists he’s only doing what any alpha would do—protecting a vulnerable omega. But the moment his son’s voice breaks—soft, pleading—his control snaps. Somewhere between picking Orendil up and falling to his knees, instinct wins.
Breeding season may be over, but neither can forget how right it felt to be together. The line between right and wrong has burned to ash. There is no going back, no pretending they’re just father and son. Not now. Not ever again.
The bond has taken root and instinct doesn’t play by the rules. How long can they hide the fire that burns between them from Ashfall Hollow?
Content Warning: Consensual incest, mentions of abusive parent
Kinks & Tropes: Fathercest, omegaverse, dragon shifters, age gap, size difference, secret relationship, protective alpha, heat/rut sex, mouth knotting, breeding kink, primal play
*This book does not include mpreg but the possibility exists in this world. Attempts are made, but due to low fertility rates, are unsuccessful—for now.
Kayla Allen –
So freaking good! This book was so sweet at times that I was kicking my feet reading it! And the spice is off the charts! I love a good taboo read with a good plot and the right amount of spice and Odessa Hywell delivered!
Bianca Mihaela –
Orendil and Nyric story was hot and intense with a side of insecurities and doubts thanks to their blood connection.
It was interesting to see the events from their perspective and how meshed with the previous story.
It has doubts, insecurities, a lingering danger, decisions, as bit of regret, new experiences, and so much more.
Their chemistry is off the charts and I really liked when they began to be truthful about their feelings.
It was amazing and I can’t wait for the next adventure.
randalena –
Odessa was so generous to not make us wait very long to get the details on Orendil and Nyric! This story run concurrently with Taken by my Grandfather. But this time we got the scoop on all the sneaking around with the Ashfall Hollow alpha and his hatchling. I enjoyed the will they, won’t they pull after the first heat and was delighted with who caved first! I’m still a little bummed with this series, I’m not feeling the emotion between the couples. The attraction is there, absolutely! But the emotional connection past the existing one doesn’t feel developed enough. They aren’t sharing and relying on each other enough. Still a very enjoyable read and can’t wait for the next book!
Aunt G –
I enjoyed Orendil and Nyric’s very taboo story. There is plenty of steam that is balanced out with emotions, feelings, doubts, fears and anxiety. The overarching story continues to unfold with some very intriguing developments. I look forward to book three.
Nicole b. –
Quick on the tail of the last one, you don’t get to feel like you need a refresher to get into this. The characters speak for themselves, but it was nice being able to associate them from the last book to this one
Ever since I read that scene in the office from caelan and sooty’s book, I felt like I needed this one.
I liked that it was lustful at the beginning but more of a cat and mouse game, until orendil’s heat hits and the mouse finally lured the cat.
It gets hot very fast and keeps going.
It’s got a nice overarching story line and I cannot wait for the twins in the next one.
AGsy –
Nyric and Orendil story is what hou want in this fathercest story.
Alpha dad and omega son. Multiple heats, so much knotting and slick. Hot, hot hot.
Loved it.
Cannot wait for the next one
GuardianAngel54 –
I’ve said this once and I’ll say it again – no one does c’est like Odessa. I really loved the previous book in this series and couldn’t imagine anything better but this one pushes just past – barely.
One of the things that I really loved about both of these books is the amazing world building that the author does. Throughout the stories I literally feel as if I’m right there with the characters. I can feel the wind and smell the earth and rain – it’s like being transported to a new place and reality. I can easily believe in a hidden community, high in the mountains somewhere, where paranormal beings live and work, side by side.
The cast of characters are as real as anyone in RL. I felt their pain, their struggles, and shared in their joys. Nyric is an absolutely perfect Alpha dragon and leader of Ashfall Hollow. I loved how he struggles to walk the razor’s edge between doing what’s best for the Hollow and his family, and being true to the feelings he has for his son, Orendil. Orendil may be a relatively young omega dragon but he knows what he wants – and what he wants is his father. And this is the part where Odessa really shines as an author. The burgeoning relationship between father and son is handled in such a beautiful manner and never crosses into that “ick” factor that a lot of c’est writers do. There’s honest struggle to accept, lots of communication, and then she hits it out of the ballpark with enough heat to melt your device.
To say that I loved this story – that you need to read it – words don’t really express just how good this is and how much I honestly recommend this series. Seriously, one of the best pair of books I’ve read so far this year and I can’t wait for the next book – which focuses on the twin brothers of Orendil. I’m also secretly hoping for a book or two with a couple of secondary characters – Halderon, I’m looking at you! 😁
WifeyLovesBooks –
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Nyric & Orendil freaking hotness! Holy breeding/knotting kink Batman!
Their bond has always run deep and the two have been close, even for father and son. But they never acted on their urges until Orendil wanders where he shouldn’t during breeding season and is thrown into heat.
I absolutely enjoyed reading Nyric & Orendil’s story. The way Nyric takes care of his omega with all the tenderness of an alpha while still his farther is so sweet. But this alpha will become feral and take care of his omega like his mate when the need arises. And oh boy does it rise (multiple times 🔥🔥🔥)
This is book 2 of the Kinbound series and definitely should be read after book 1. There is some overlapping in the storyline from book 1 and works well to keep the overarching plot moving forward. I am definitely ready for book 3 and for ALL of the secrets to finally be revealed. Hopefully.
Judy –
I loved the second book in this series. Again Odessa Hywell brings passion and all the steam to this taboo relationship. The world that Nyric and Orendil live in is much more accepting of “out-of-the-box” relationships. They still feel the need to protect the growing relationship until they are ready to share what has grown between the father and son. I love all the side characters and can’t wait for the next book. I highly recommend this book. Enjoy!