Red Winter: The Complete Trilogy

De: Annette Marie

Narrado por: Emily Woo Zeller

Emi has dedicated her life to preparing for her destiny: to become a living vessel for her goddess’s spirit. With the fulfillment of her divine duty only two months away, she’s never once questioned the strict rules that control every aspect of her daily existence.

Until the day she discovers her entire life has been built on lies.

With her inescapable fate fast approaching, she stumbles into the path of Shiro, a fox yokai and enemy of her goddess. He’s mischievous, cunning, unpredictable ... and a little too eager to assist her in finding the answers she needs.

His helpfulness doesn’t come from the goodness of his yokai heart. A mysterious curse binds his power and his memories, and he suspects Emi can free him. Thanks to her goddess’s power, she probably can—if she dares. Instead, she strikes a bargain with him: he has to help her first.

Reluctant and untrusting allies, they delve together into the twisted deceits of the gods. With the danger greater and the truth more terrible than either imagined, Emi and Shiro’s fight to save each other will become a war against the heavenly realm itself.

Perfect for fans of romantic fantasy, forbidden romance, gods and demons, and Japanese mythology, the Red Winter omnibus edition combines all three books: Red Winter, Dark Tempest, and Immortal Fire, as well as a new epilogue.

©2016, 2017 Annette Marie (P)2024 Tantor

The creativity behind the writing.

Overall this was an exciting read, and you do have to trust the process and let the story build. I would recommend this story to anyone who loves fantasy, gods, demons, dragons, romance, and a cute little white fox. What was really hard about the story for me was Emi and her lack of confidence, her inability to see her own strengths within herself. (she does have strength, but it quickly falters when challenged with another question or a heavy situations that occurs.) Her indecisiveness. Her need to always panic when asked a question and not having the confidence she needs in her answers. Her confusing nature of accepting what she is, but then at the same time, not accepting what she is. I really didn’t like how long it took for her to gain her confidence. But overall we all it’s a good read and I do recommend it.

Slow burn at its finest

It took me years to finish this series. Only because I got so caught up in Steel and Stone series and was in love Piper and Ash. At first it was a little hard to get into the first few chapters. I was trying to understand what she was and the Japanese words. Once Shiro and Umai came in , I was caught up. The banter, the plot and romance all melded well. I was surprised for the first time in a while plot twist or I had not realized where it had been going but it’s was an out loud gasp 😮. Loved it.

Amazing story for everyone who loves anime and slow burn romance

I love this trilogy and the new to me author. I really enjoyed the narrator and Emi's story and growth through the series. I highly recommend this for everyone who love (Japanese) anime and slow burn romance and paranormal romance and Japanese mythology. This series has it all. A forbidden love. Intrigue and bad guy and a fast paced and action filled plot with many twist and turns. And the forbidden love and romance? there is a looot of steam and angst and uncertainty before we finally get the HEA we were hoping for. but the last book - get ready with tissues as some moments and scenes are gut wretching and so painful to listen to. But there is a HEA even when you think there can't be possible, there is a sweet and lovely HEA in the end! The world building is amazing and the influence of Japanese mytology makes it that much more amazing. Can not recommend this trilogy enough, and if you have the opportunity I highly recommend the audiobooks.

Love it

I couldn't put the book down when I first read it. I loved listening to the story. I do think it would be even better with multiple narrators. I love stories with ancient gods and demons.

Yes yes yes

I just finished and I love it!!! It's a rollercoaster of emotions but a great ride. If you love fantasy romance this is it!!! Extra bonus points from me for the Japanese Mythos/Shinto lore.