Rage of Her Ravens

Court of Fae and Firelight #3

by Tara West

She seeks solace. They want vengeance. How can she save the world while consumed by the fire?

My life has become a shell of the one I once knew after losing my other half, my dear twin sister. Before she was killed in a bear attack, I made her two promises, to raise her twin daughters as if they were my own and to protect them with my life. Until now, I’ve kept those promises.

When the wicked Fae Queen Malvolia sends three winged fire mages to hunt us, I’m faced with an impossible choice, kill them or let them take us hostage. Killing them would be too easy, for I’m gifted with the white magic of the siren’s call, and with my powerful voice, I can bring entire armies to their knees and watch while they slit their own throats. Unfortunately, these mages are my fated mates, tasked to coerce me to join Malvolia’s army.

And there’s one more problem. Rumors are circulating that my twin is not dead, that she’s grown into a powerful white witch, and she’s marching with Malvolia’s enemy to destroy us.

Genres: Fantasy

422 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 24, 2023

About the author

Tara West writes books about dragons, witches, and handsome heroes while eating chocolate, lots and lots of chocolate. She's willing to share her dragons, witches and heroes. Keep your hands off her chocolate.

Tara West's young adult and new adult romances have been Kindle bestsellers. A former high school English teacher, Tara is now a full-time writer and graphic artist. She enjoys spending time with her family, interacting with her fans, and fishing the Texas coast.

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Reviews

[Donna (BookDragonGirl) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a captivating and amazing story!!

I love this series!! I did have some trouble remembering certain things from the first two books, I’m definitely going to have to do a reread of 1-3 before book 4 comes out. This series is very detailed and has a lot of characters. If I had binge read it, then I wouldn’t have this problem.

But the character and world building is so vivid and alive!!! I would LOVE to see this series as a movie, or series!! These characters are so complex, and I feel like this book explained A LOT about how these characters became so complex. The plot, throughout the series, so far, is on point and flows beautifully, keeping me captivated!!!

Highly recommend reading this if you enjoy Fantasy Romance, Fae, RH, Fated Mates and spicy scenes!! Plus lots of interesting creatures, unusual magic, dragons and wyverns, and plenty of action/adventure!!!

[thewoollygeek (tea, cake, crochet & books) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved this, I love the characters and the chemistry , it just absorbs me and before I know it I’m in another world and I don’t want to leave regardless of time or responsibilities, thoroughly recommend this, but obviously jump in at book one

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Heather Kruczek · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had conflicted feelings as I was left waiting at the end of book 2 and wanted to know what happens to Tari and her mates, but it was so nice to learn about Shiri and the events leading up to meeting Tari on the wall. And boy, is it wild to learn of the events leading up to the birth of Shiri and Tari!

This war is bigger than Fachnan vs. Malvolia, or the white witch against Malvolia. As I read the prior book, I kept wondering if Malvolia was truly evil. In the few glimpses we had of her, something seemed off. Rage of Her Ravens opens up with Flora finding her mates 55 years prior to current events, and the Mal who is protective, loving and caring seemed at odds with what we know of the "evil sorceress queen." A plan of revenge, 32 years in the making, rains down chaos, suspicion and death upon an entire kingdom. You learn of the plan early on, and it is decently easy to piece together the rest of the events in your mind, but it is still shocking nonetheless, when you see the enormity of what the series' true villain has done. Only more shocking when you find out the villain didn't even get what they hoped to through all of this. In a way, this reminded me of the Evil Queen and her diabolical curse in OUAT (for those fans out there). Even more interesting is the unknown mastermind behind the villain. I am rabid for digging into the next book and discovering more of this wicked plan's intricacies.

Aside from being introduced to the events leading up to this madness, we are finally properly introduced to Shiri and the twins. For those wondering where this fits into the timeline, Derrick has just returned from saving Tari and witnessing her bring Helian back. Shiri realizes Tari is still alive and is heading to Thesan for her mates. Like her sister, Shiri discovers she is fated to mate with a set of three brothers. Drae reminds me of Asher; not just because he is Alpha, but the way he treats Shiri when he realizes their fate. It was very reminiscent to the way Asher treated Tari when she was in her human body. Nikkos is an immediate love, just like Finn. He is incredibly kind, passionate and sensitive. It is impossible to not like him. Blaze reminded me of Helian in some ways, and I was on a bit of a rollercoaster in my feelings toward him.

One thing is clear and that is Shiri is NOT evil, and we already know that Tari isn't either (so far). The devotion she has for two little girls that aren't even hers is beautiful. The way her mates basically adopt the girls as well is too sweet. As the reader, we get to learn a bit more about Tari's girls and understand what each of their unique powers are. I found myself racing through the book every time a small bit of the villain's evil madness was unearthed. Lots of questions remain, and Tara West knows how to properly deliver a good cliffhanger. Be sure to have book 4 in hand before you finish this one!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Tsion Fitsum · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book so much. The previous two books were Ayna's/Tariayna's story, this one is her twin sister Shiri's.

I'm happy that Shiri got her own book, but I will not lie and say I wasn't frustrated because while I loved this book I was super excited to read RIGHT where book 2 had left so to I was stressed is saying the least. But a couple of chapters into the story proper lessened my frustration and piqued my interest.

Nikko is so much like Finn in the way that he's the soft one but no less fierce and loving. Drae on the other hand reminds me of Tarianya and Asher's Love-hate relationship they had in the beginning except Drae is the one doing the hating not Shiri but he came around.

Ember and Aurora were so cute and fun to read about, but this a big but Derrick and Flora while I know they love their daughters and granddaughters and want to protect them they have a bad way of going about it, and their disdain and disrespect of Shiri and Aurora because Flora believes that they will be the 'evil twin' is so messed up because what the hell. In my personal opinion even if u have your baseless suspicions the least you can do is not be so obvious about it. They were so straightforward with it that they quite literally drove their daughter into the arms of their potential enemies even if they were her mates. I mean I know that the brothers ended up being good people it's still not right the way they were treated.

Also at the beginning of the book, we get a nice little flashback (of about 30-50 years ago) of when Flora first met her mates, got married, then, unexpectedly a fast forward of 32 years to when Thorin returns and is EXTREMELY powerful now just goes crazy getting his revenge. And while I know that he's a bad person I must say that his revenge is pretty well thought like you know he had 32 years to stew over this so you know its gonna be good or at least dramatic even if people didn't know it happened. And apparently Flora has a second mate?!?!?!? like he was mentioned in passing in the previous but i completely forgot about him so this is like me finding out this for the first time.


Anyways bye bye everyone I've a new series to start on

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

I actually liked the book, it's definitely beneficial to have read the previous 2 books although they're different characters but the story/world building and chain of events make sense. I actually liked Shirina's character. I had a rough time liking the sister in the previous books, so it's good to see Shirina has a maturity and insightfulness, not to say she's not without her own faults. She definitely has the same stubbornness and issues with forgiveness her sister has. Although in this book I had more understanding and saw some of her reasoning but she definitely was holding on to the grudge. I didn't think she needed to be a doormat or easily forgive and forget. Definitely make him work for it, but work towards a relationship instead of continuously isolating and ostracized him after he not only apologized but was working to get her forgiveness instead of expecting her to get over it with no acknowledgement. I like that atleast one of the brothers brought it up although he flaked out pretty quickly to stay in her good graces. So other than the fact that the brothers were pretty wimpy when it came to standing up for their brother and trying to get her to atleast consider things, they were awesome off the bat. The relationships progressed pretty quickly in this book, not necessarily instalove but it wasn't dragged out either. I enjoyed the storyline and how the new info makes you rethink everything you think you know. Now I'm wondering if Thorin was the start and cause of it all. I also liked seeing the pov from the twins too. I look forward to book 4. Not sure if it will be in Shiri's pov, Anyas pov, better would be if it will be multiple with Shiri and her mates, tarianya and her mates and kids. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily

[Kelly Kirton · Rating 5 out of 5]

As with the first two books in the series, this one is well written, especially the world building and the descriptions of the places and characters.

The book starts with a flash back to Flora and Malvolia which helps to fill in some of the gaps in the history of the sisters, the prophecy and the reason for the war.

Then when it jumps to current times, Shirina appears more grown up and mature than her sister was when we first met her, but then again she hasn’t had her memories taken away from her.

Her main focus is to protect her nieces which shows she’s not evil like her parents suspected… but we already knew that from her appearance at the end of book 2. But then learning more about the history of the Avias line puts an end to the theory of one twin always turns evil.

Initially, I didn’t feel as connected to these characters as I did within the first two books, but by the end I’d fallen in love with them all.

As with all of the books in the series so far, there is heart pounding action, dramatic events, funny moments… and of course lots of passionate embraces.

I was worried about having as many points of view in the story, as I worried it would lose some of the momentum. However, it actually enhanced the story, and gave it more depth and understanding.

I do have one question, is Thorin truly the bad guy? It seems someone is, or maybe was, pulling his strings. Surely he wouldn’t look after Anya for 2 years and then let her get away from him so easily if he was evil. And again, there’s mention of those demons, so it suggests they are making a comeback and are looking for revenge.

[Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book in the court of fae and firelight series. Like the previous two book this book was also told from multiple POV which I please about as it gave lots of opportunities to be able to understand the motivations and prospective of all the characters. The first two books In This series are about Tarianya and her 3 fated mates and this book switches over to the story of her twin sister Shirina and her three fated mates while also taking care of her nieces. The end of book two left me with so many questions and I was excited to read what would happen next so when I started reading this book and realized that we would not be continuing with that story for now but would be switching pov i did find it a little difficult to switch mindset and it took me a moment to get in to the book but I did not need to worry for long because I was soon hooked I really liked all the main characters in this book the plot moved along at a good pace was full of twists and turns along the way and as like the rest of this series I really enjoyed the character development and the magic system I can’t wait for book four to be released because I need to no what will happen next lol

I received a free ebook copy of this book from booksirens and this is my honest review

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

What ravens? I missed them completely.

Consistent word misuse: puss should be pus. trill should be thrill.
Characters “wiping their mouths with the back of their hands.” Were they all raised in barns?

Was Flora a girl who got around or what? She has two fated mates and then both King Fachnan and Thorin the mage lust after her. The latter two have kept their obsessions alive for decades. Wouldn’t Fachnan and Thorin be knowledgeable about fated mates? Wouldn't they realize they didn’t have a snowflake’s chance in hell of winning Flora’s heart?

Both Anya and Shiri are reluctant to bond with one of their mates. Anya feels betrayed by Helian and Shiri won’t forgive Draevyn for not taking her word that her parents didn’t kill his. They’re not exactly the same issues but close enough. Of course they’re twins so maybe that’s why they have similar problems.

Needless to say, all wrinkles are ironed out and the fated mates are united. The two little girls have interesting magic and seem to have comprehension far beyond their years. Ember is able to bring some truths to light.

A lot of history is explained which helps the reader understand the intricacies of these relationships. There’s a lot more demon activity than what was originally indicated.

[Nickole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rcvd an advanced reader copy from booksirens for giving my two cents. It took Me a while to get into this book as book 2 left a bad taste in my mouth...only because of the oh whoa is me attitude of some of thr characters. However this book was different than what I expected...a nice difference. We learned in previous books that Tari's twin Shiri had her twin girls and this book is about Shiri and her will to protect her neices. She is still distraught after Tari's death but when she overhears her parents plan for erasing her and the girls memories to protect them she needs to do smtg then she learns her twin was alive. Lies and deceit from her most beloved parents. But when 3 fire mages come to destroy her parent she uses her hidden gift to stop them. What Shiri didn't plan on was these 3 fire mages are her fated mates...oh Goddess....of course she would mate her with a grumpy mean mate Drae. The other brothers (blade and nikklaus) are sweethearts. They offer her and the girls assistance and safety. Things are not what they seem. When truths are revealed everything anyone has ever known to be false makes it hard to move forward.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG I cant wait to see what happens next!

I loved this book – this told the story of Shirina who is Tarianya’s twin sister. It also gives a lot of the background on what happened so many years ago and who is REALLY behind everything that happened. I loved reading Shiri’s story about meeting her three fire mages who are her mates – Drae, Blaze and Nikkos. They were there to kill her parents since they believed they were who murdered THEIR parents, but Shiri uses her siren voice to stop them and make them take her and her two nieces to safety since she found out her parents were going to do something bad.

This starts their journey across the realm to safety – she isn’t sure she can trust them, especially Drae who has been nothing but horrible to her. But she is able to slowly start bonding with the other two.

But there seems to be nowhere that is safe for them… and there are evil forces out to get them.

OMG I loved this book so much and I am dying to read the next book!

I received a free copy of this book via the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[O'Livia Clayton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rage of Her Ravens

I love the concept of Rage of Her Ravens Court of Fae and Firelight: Book 3 by Tara West. It was very well written and thought out. I love how in this book we get to see Shirina side of this series. Shirina Avias is the twin of Tarianya and she has the gift of the siren's call and was a mind-reading witch. She has hidden her gift from her parents for her whole 23 years of life because she didn’t want them to think that she was evil. After Shirina was told that her twin sister was killed by a bear attack 2 years ago she took on the role of raising her sister twin girls and protecting them. She has done an amazing job so far, but when secrets starts to reveal themselves and she has to choose between doing what her parents want, keeping her nieces safe, and her fated mates what will she choose? I guess that you will have to read Rage of Her Ravens to find out. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Debbie Eyre · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was incredible! So books one and two drew me in and held on tight as we dove into this beautiful and descriptive world created just for us and this third book only enhances this and had me hook, line and sinker from start to finish. With this third book we also find ourselves taking a different turn and focusing on Ayna’s twin sister Shiri which gives us more back story and we discover that she thought her sister was dead but has held up her promise to look after her girls and raise them as her own. Shiri finds herself dragged into this fight with the fae queen who has sent mages to attack them and take them to Malvolia, only to find out in a spectacular twist that they are in fact her fated mates! BOOM! Twists and turns, revelations, betrayals, secrets and lies, and plenty of steam as this author weaves her magic and I am so eager to read more!

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Once I got into the book I really enjoyed it although I was confused off and on. In the first 2 books Shirina had the children and she was working with her aunt but in this book we don’t meet up with the aunt until the very end. I’m assuming after reading this book that the story line mostly follows concurrently with the story line in the first 2 books.

I really liked the relationships that built all through the story. The children are definitely a handful or two but so sweet. I enjoyed the interpersonal actions and reactions between the four main characters and the nanny was a lot of fun.

This world is so much fun to visualize. I truely enjoy this series
ARC copy with voluntary review.

[Sara Irons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shirina has found her fated mates on the very night she was trying to escape her parents with her nieces, Aurora and Ember. Three fire mages had come to kill her parents but after recognizing Shirina as thier mate, they did not kill her parents but they did help her and the girls to escape.

Soon Shirina realized her mates were supporting the one person that she had been taught her whole life was evil, her Aunt Malvolia.

Will Shirina and the girls find safety with her fated mates? Will Malvolia gain the upper hand on them. Come read this story with amazing characters and wonderful world building and find the answers to these questions and many more.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Ellen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chara and Tobias tried to help Flora and Derrick flee from Malvolia. Malvolia believed that Flora wanted her crown. Many died, but Chara and Tobias three sons survived.

23 years later the same sons were on a mission to kill Flora, Malvolia s sister. Unfortunately, Shirina is their fates mate. Shirina is one of Floras twin daughters. She has been raising her twin sisters twin daughters. She has the ability to use her siren song to save her parents. But there are too many lies and she leaves with her mates and brings the twins.

This is Sirina and her mates story.

This is book three of more. It does make more sense if you have read the first two. I really like the story and highly recommend it.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Mommy.Reads.Smut · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very powerful imagery is at play in this book. When I found out the next book was following Shiri and some fire mages I was a little worried. However my mind was completely changed when you see the sense of humanity these characters possess. I will add that a lot of information is given to you and you might miss some information if you leave big gaps in between the books.

Definitely for those who love to binge read a series this is totally meant for you.

Seeing the developments and chemistry between the characters is truly a delight and definitely pulls you fully into this story. It does have ties into Tari’s story so that is cool to see the connections forming.

The spice definitely spices especially when you know she has mates not just one.

[Mei · Rating 3 out of 5]

Honestly, I was not expecting this book to be about Tarianya's sister. In fact, I don't think I really cared for it. The start of the book was confusing because it featured new character POVs. I wouldn't have mind if we were familiar with these characters but I don't recall who they were in the story. It would have been extremely helpful if there was a recap of the last 2 books so the reader could get their bearings. (At least those that didn't re-read the books). So because of that I couldn't connect with this book. Hoping the next one will go back to the main plot.

I think this book might have been better served as a standalone after the actual series involving Tarianya was concluded.

[Fox · Rating 1 out of 5]

I DNF’d this one.

Leading up to this point I couldn’t get into the first two books for a lot of reasons but figured since I got this far I might as well see where the story goes. Then realizing this is about the FMC’s sister? Didn’t like her in the first two books, why would I want to read a book all about a character I don’t like? No thanks.

Also far too many points of views in all these books. Two is ideal but I can tolerate all the mates no problem. But including everyone else? It’s too much. To the point where I skimmed quite a bit and could still follow the general plot line.

Overall story I like. It could be great. But the writing style is just not it.

[Cary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh what an awesome book!!! Shirina's story is as amazing as her sister's and them some because she doesn't just have to worry about herself and her mates but also has to care for the girls. Dealing with missing and loving her sister, her mates which are amazing ( even if Drae was so infuriating at the beginning) her parents betrayal, the war going on and to top it all the girls powers which are way too strong. Can't wait to read more of this story which holds center stage on my shelves and my heart.

[tre.wandereads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let me start by saying, I completely fell in love with all of the characters here. Shiri was a strong female lead that showed her integrity and love but also stood her ground and didn’t let anyone just push her around. Her mates were infuriating at times but I loved how they succumbed to their emotions and cherished the bond they were given! The story is definitely building and I am so excited to find out how it all plays out! February cannot come soon enough!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Miss Margaret · Rating 5 out of 5]

A much better and more enjoyable read than the first 2 books of the series.

Answered alot, if not most of the questions and basis of the whole storyline from the first two books, and gave a better understanding of the storyline about Tarianya and her mates and how the whole story came to pass, as lot of the first two books is not really explained and it made it feel disjointed, and why i got so annoyed with the first two books.

Now i have to wait to read the next one in the series and hopefully come to a satifactory conclusion.

[Carol Demmon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great third book. Shirina finds her mates, Draevyn, Blaze and Nikkos, when they come to kill her parents. She stops them and makes them promise to protect and keep her and her nieces safe. Their journey has Blaze and Nikkos trying to mend fences as Drae refuses to believe that Shirina's parents didn't kill his. They face danger and will learn that all is not what it seems. I look forward to reading the next book.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Joy Whiteside · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, what a read. This book will grab you from the very beginning and keep you reading until the bery end. It moves along at a speed that is perfect for the flow of this story making for an easy and enjoyable read. The characters are so real that you feel as though you know them and no matter what happens you cannot get enough of them. This is a must read book that needs to be at the top of your TBR list, there is no doubt about it. A must read for sure.

[Amanda Peterman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book delves even deeper into the storyline from the first 2 books. We're able to see things from Shirina's POV. Tara once again was able to flesh out characters and world build unlike most in the genre. With elements of both fantasy and paranormal, it's able to satisfy readers of both genres. I absolutely lobe her mates, and I have a soft spot for Draevyn myself. Buy it, read it, and I guarantee you'll love it!!

[Janet Smith McHardy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book focuses on Ayna’s twin sister Shiri and Ayna's daughters. Shiri meets her fated mates when they come to kill her parents. Drae, Blake, and Nikkos, are fire mange's. As you can imagine this is not the best start to their relationship.
This is a wonderful read the characters are strong well thought out and the plot has plenty of twists and turns betrayals and revelations.
I look forward to the next book.

[Cheryl Sedman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book gives us the story of Tari's sister Shirina and Tari's twin daughters. And it builds the overall storyline giving us a look into all sides. Which is wicked, especially when we see things come to light.

All this twisty ride kicks off when three fire mages arrive to kill Shirina's parents. And with three fated mates we see things get very twisty along the journey to the mages home. With some steamy moments along the way.
Such a well needed back story into other characters

[Mariaan Belinfante · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent read. Aligning especially with the previous book, we now finally learn how Tari's twin Shiri ended up on the other side. Meeting her fated mates and her mother's twin. I loved reading more about the little hybrid twins and their own gifts. Yes, this book hooked me deeper into the storyline. Well written and definitely very spicey scenes
I received an advanced review copy and leave this review voluntary Thank you BookSirens

[Rachel Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Shiri's story. It gave us more insight or at least another side to things.
This book kept my attention from start to finish. It brings us so many twists and turns and a few revelations.
Filled with action, adventure, lots of feelings, spice and more!
I loved Shiri. She was smart, strong and had so much love.
I liked each of her mates as well. I enjoyed seeing the grow and come together.
I think was a great addition to the series!!

[Katrien Dekeyser · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did had a hard time finishing this book …

Perhaps because I loved the first two books and the story of Tarianya and her mates that the story of Shirina didn't captivate me as much.

I would suggest reading this book at the end of the serie, or as a 'bonus' - but not as the 3th book in the line.

Hopefully the next ones will be all about Tarianya again…

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. I liked that it told the story of Shirina and her mates and her side of the story. Now going to the next book you know both sides of the story and how they got where they are and I hope the next book will end where the 2 book needed where both sisters meet up. The background and story is amazing, love finding out more about the story behind the splitting of the twin rulers. Can’t wait for the next one