The Heiress and the Orc

An Orc Sworn Standalone

De: Finley Fenn

Narrado por: Shane East

Once, he was her dearest friend…but now he’s a brutal, terrifying monster.

In a world of recently warring orcs and men, Ella Riddell is determined to ignore it all. She’s the wealthiest heiress in the realm—and soon, she’s to wed a lord, and become a real lady.

Until the night her engagement-party ends in utter disaster, and Ella runs for the forest—and straight into the powerful arms of a hulking, deadly orc.

And it’s not just any orc. It’s Natt: the orc Ella made a secret, foolish pledge to, many years past. He’s huge and shameless and vicious, not at all the gangly, laughing daredevil Ella remembers.

And he’s here with one shocking, scandalous aim: to wreak vengeance on Ella’s betrothed. With her.

With her hunger. Her surrender. Her undoing...

Ella knows she should run, even if this deadly enemy was once a friend. Even if his scent drags up a dark, forbidden longing. Even if his kisses are the sweetest, filthiest thing she’s ever tasted in her life…

But will Ella truly risk her perfect future, for an orc? Will she face the bitter truths of the past, and brave the terrifying Orc Mountain, before more war rises to destroy them all?

The Heiress and the Orc is a dark, angsty full-length friends-to-lovers fantasy romance. It comes after The Lady and the Orc in the Orc Sworn series, but it can be listened to as a standalone. Happily ever after guaranteed.

©2022 Finley Fenn (P)2022 Podium Audio

Interesting Storyline

This book was pretty good; storyline was interesting; although some of the sex was a bit much. Shane does a great job with narration. Will continue to follow if there is another book added to series.

Intriguing, but difficult at times

I’m eager for the next books in this series after completing these first 2 books, but there are some parts that I find off-putting to read. And it’s not the spicy scenes, but rather this theme in both books of these women essentially allowing these orcs to treat them so toxic. I get that the orcs go through immense trauma and it makes sense for them to have toxic behavior because of this, but damn do these women have to be so accommodating and forgiving?

It feels as though these orcs are given free reign to abuse these women and the women are honored for their putting up with it. I guess it was all fine by the end, but I hope there are some FMC’s in future books that give these orcs a right hard time on their journey towards healing.

Nat and Ella

no spoilers but it was really wonderful to see the mystery unfold and Ella become more of the self she was. And as one of the riches women in the realm how will she hang onto familial expectations and her own desires and wants. How to have your cake and eat it too -more of less.

Great narration by Shane East. Looking for his other books on audible.

Such a fantastic story

I adore Finley’s books. She wrote wonderful story lines and spicy scenes. The audio for the book that Shane does is sexy and always attention holding. I sooooo recommend this book and can’t wait for the next one with its audio!!!

Fenn does it again!

Okay. I know this may not be the best review unless you’ve read this or the previous book already. Just a bit of a plot hole. I wish there was some mention of a cleaning crew or janitorial staff that’s on call 24/7. That’s all I need for these books to be perfect. Like maybe Fenn can make small mentions about them bitterly cleaning up a bench they just washed or the laundering crew going on strike again if they keep having to re-wash the same sticky fur blankets every day. Just needed to put it out there because the further along the book goes, the more I imagine they live in a really sticky cave. Or orcs having repeated injuries from slipping.

Other than that, GREAT READ.

Shane West is phonic perfection as usual.

Friends to lovers

"This book is a captivating read that kept me on the edge of my seat with its intricate web of deception. The story unfolds with well-crafted characters and a richly imagined world that draws you in from the very beginning. Fenn's skillful storytelling weaves together a tale of suspense and intrigue, making it a highly engaging and entertaining read. While it didn't quite reach the level of a perfect 5-star rating for me, it's certainly a strong 4-star book that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a blend of fantasy and mystery.

Fantastic Series BRILLIANT Narrator

Return to Orc Mountain for all the drama adventure and crazy mad love. These Orcs are 100% alpha and beautifully sensitive. Prime fantasy enjoyment and Share East is a master. Mic drop

Fabulous world building

This whole story drew me in so hard. I'm really starting to love the characters and all their stories.

As always, Shane East is perfection in narration.

The writing and the narrating.

What stands out the most is...
The Orcsworn culture. The sex. And, the absolute amazing job the narrator, Shane East does.
The writing is, of course, top notch.
Thank you.

Amazing performance

I loved the performance and the story was great! It just felt a little repetitive on some subjects within, but otherwise I loved it!