That is what Bonded Fate did to me. It is without a doubt a fave read of 2022! Learning more about the blood bond, and Cassiel's past were high points of the story - next to the willow scene ifykyk. The moment Cassiel and Dyna got close after they finally talked was a great moment in the story, I kept wanting to happen - and was getting mad when he was being infuriatingly stubborn and would lmao. This seems to be the moment he becomes more willing to open up more and connect more. Zev has become a big part of my thoughts since picking up Bonded Fate and I'm so worried about him. My heart weeps every time the madness taunts him to the point I wish I could protect him. He deserves so much and to know he thinks so lowly of himself makes my heart hurt for him. Rawn and Lucenna become more present in this book, which really makes me happy. I do think they are an essential part, and having Fair and hearing more about the elves is so fun! Lucenna getting Dyna to be honest with herself, after starting to teach her magic was written so beautifully I forgot to actually breathe from anticipation during that scene. Rooting for Dyna the way. I won't lie, I screamed when it came out that I was right regarding the twist to the relations (ifykyk, I don't want to spoil it). Now time to see if other theories are correct, and I'm curious to see what new theories I'll have after reading Shattered Souls. Like... Klyde, he's a bit of an enigma for me still so it will be nice to see him more in Shattered Souls, and if he and Lucenna will have anything..I'm pretty sure Klyde will also be another guardian so we shall see! The tension growing between The Guardians and Tarn's men escalates violently in the conclusion of Bonded Fate, with an ending that left me throwing my kindle and crying., I didn't want to talk to anyone either haha. The devastation Beck inflects is severe, ruthless, and heart racing - but it does not end with the guardians. Becoming fond of even people on Tarn's side - she shows that not all who help villains are villainous themselves. Yavi is a great example of this and she holds a good portion of my concern since Von first mentioned what the seer foretold, Now it has only festered and gotten worse after she found out what King of Azure declared. My heart broke as she realized the betrayal on Von's end. Yavi of everyone deserves only happiness - but I fear she will not get it. Dyna's growth in BF has been the most amazing in my opinion, and I'm thrilled to see where and just how powerful she becomes...because I believe wholeheartedly that Dyna is going to be powerful. It will also be wonderful to find out more about her powers, and hopefully, soon I'll find out if my assumption's regarding Dyna's powers are correct.