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Never List #2
The Kings' List
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They said the trials were over.
They were wrong.
I survived the Choosing. I claimed my mates. I became immortal. But the kings weren’t finished with us yet.
Four princes. Four thrones. And a final season designed to decide if we’re worthy to rule. Every task is a test. Every smile is a lie. The people judge. The council votes. And the kings are waiting for us to fail.
I was never meant to be queen. I was an Ashlander who broke into a palace searching for her sister. Now I stand beside the Legends of Chaos, holding power the kingdom fears and love fierce enough to burn it all down.
To win the crowns, we’ll have to survive the Kings’ List.
Failure isn’t an option.
Because this time, we’re not just fighting for the throne―we’re fighting for each other.
The Never List series is best read in order:
Book 1: The Never List
Book 2 The Kings' List
They said the trials were over.
They were wrong.
I survived the Choosing. I claimed my mates. I became immortal. But the kings weren’t finished with us yet.
Four princes. Four thrones. And a final season designed to decide if we’re worthy to rule. Every task is a test. Every smile is a lie. The people judge. The council votes. And the kings are waiting for us to fail.
I was never meant to be queen. I was an Ashlander who broke into a palace searching for her sister. Now I stand beside the Legends of Chaos, holding power the kingdom fears and love fierce enough to burn it all down.
To win the crowns, we’ll have to survive the Kings’ List.
Failure isn’t an option.
Because this time, we’re not just fighting for the throne―we’re fighting for each other.
The Never List series is best read in order:
Book 1: The Never List
Book 2 The Kings' List
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Expected publication May 19, 2026
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11 books762 followersJade Presley is a pen name created to write romantasy stories that pair rich world building with characters that will make you blush and leave you thirsting for more. When not writing, I’m going on epic quests during game night or hanging with my family and Irish Wolfhound in my mountain home.
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February 17, 2026FYI, I don't know who wrote this description, but this is a *series*. These books are NOT "stand-alones". The first book (The Never List) was left off on a cliff-hanger.
March 9, 2026
Second books in a series can be tricky—but this one proves they don’t have to be.
I always get a little nervous about sophomore installments because they’re often the hardest to land. Thankfully, Jade Pressley absolutely delivered here. My only real complaint? Having to wait for book three—especially after that massive cliffhanger… and the fact that it involves my favorite character.
I love a good why choose romance, and this one fully commits to the trope. Rylee is balancing four very different men, and she handles the chaos with gusto and panache. Of course, even in a “why choose,” we all end up with favorites. I won’t reveal mine because it would definitely be a spoiler, but let’s just say I’d happily sacrifice the other three for him.
One of the things I enjoyed most is Rylee’s strength. She endures so much throughout the story, yet keeps pushing forward with love at the center of what motivates her. I also appreciated that while this is technically fantasy, it leans more toward fantasy-light, which keeps the pacing moving and allows the characters and relationships to really shine.
And yes—the spice is SPICY. But what I appreciated most is that the story never loses sight of the plot. The romance and heat enhance the narrative rather than replacing it, which made the whole reading experience feel balanced and engaging.
You’ll definitely want to read book one before diving into this installment to get the full impact. That said, there is some light repetition included to help refresh readers on earlier events, so you wouldn’t feel completely lost if you jumped in here. My only small critique is that a few moments felt slightly repetitive and could have benefited from a bit tighter editing, but nothing that significantly detracted from the overall experience.
Overall, I definitely recommend this one—and now comes the hardest part: waiting for book three after that ending.
If you love why-choose romance, spicy fantasy-light worlds, and characters you can’t help but root for, this series is absolutely worth the ride.
I am thankful to have received a complimentary eARC from Entangled Publishing which gave me the opportunity to share my voluntary thoughts.
I always get a little nervous about sophomore installments because they’re often the hardest to land. Thankfully, Jade Pressley absolutely delivered here. My only real complaint? Having to wait for book three—especially after that massive cliffhanger… and the fact that it involves my favorite character.
I love a good why choose romance, and this one fully commits to the trope. Rylee is balancing four very different men, and she handles the chaos with gusto and panache. Of course, even in a “why choose,” we all end up with favorites. I won’t reveal mine because it would definitely be a spoiler, but let’s just say I’d happily sacrifice the other three for him.
One of the things I enjoyed most is Rylee’s strength. She endures so much throughout the story, yet keeps pushing forward with love at the center of what motivates her. I also appreciated that while this is technically fantasy, it leans more toward fantasy-light, which keeps the pacing moving and allows the characters and relationships to really shine.
And yes—the spice is SPICY. But what I appreciated most is that the story never loses sight of the plot. The romance and heat enhance the narrative rather than replacing it, which made the whole reading experience feel balanced and engaging.
You’ll definitely want to read book one before diving into this installment to get the full impact. That said, there is some light repetition included to help refresh readers on earlier events, so you wouldn’t feel completely lost if you jumped in here. My only small critique is that a few moments felt slightly repetitive and could have benefited from a bit tighter editing, but nothing that significantly detracted from the overall experience.
Overall, I definitely recommend this one—and now comes the hardest part: waiting for book three after that ending.
If you love why-choose romance, spicy fantasy-light worlds, and characters you can’t help but root for, this series is absolutely worth the ride.
I am thankful to have received a complimentary eARC from Entangled Publishing which gave me the opportunity to share my voluntary thoughts.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
First off, I want to thank the team at Entangled Publishing, Red Tower, and the incredible Jade Presley for allowing me the privilege of reading The Kings' List early in exchange for my review.
WHAT. A. RIDE.
The Kings' List starts off right at the edge of the cliffhanger that The Never List left us on, and thankfully so. Jade is truly an expert at crafting emotional, action-packed moments that leave her audience begging for more, and this book is no exception. From the very first pages, the tension picks up immediately, pulling readers right back into the story and refusing to let go.
The story picks up immediately after Rylee survives the last phase of The Choosing Ceremony in the Athanry, only to discover that surviving it isn’t enough to secure her place as queen. The ruling kings still have their own set of trials for her to face, each one seemingly designed to make her fail before the council ever casts their vote. Throughout these trials and tribulations, we are able to see Rylee grow as our main heroine, and the payoff is remarkable.
The true heart of the book is Rylee's relationship with the Legends of Chaos. The author does an amazing job of balancing Rylee's individual connections with each of her mates (The Dreamer, The Player, The Mind, and The Nightmare) while continuing to solidify their group bond. The loyalty, trust, and devotion that the fivesome share is unparalleled, and it is a treat as a reader to see their love continue to grow and flourish from where they started off in the first installment. Don't even get me started on the spice level - now that their bond is solidified and even stronger than before, the need for each other is even more intense, making the spicier moments even HOTTER.
The Kings' List has the perfect combination of high-stakes action and thoughtful character development, allowing the story to feel both exciting and emotionally grounded. Each challenge Rylee faces forces her to become stronger and more determined, showing just how much she has evolved since the beginning of the series.
And the cliffhanger at the end? SHOOK ME TO MY CORE. Once again, I am left shaking the book (or in this case, my Kindle) in agony. To say that I need the next installment in this series is an understatement, and I cannot wait to see what happens next.
TLDR? If you haven't read this series, you NEED to.
WHAT. A. RIDE.
The Kings' List starts off right at the edge of the cliffhanger that The Never List left us on, and thankfully so. Jade is truly an expert at crafting emotional, action-packed moments that leave her audience begging for more, and this book is no exception. From the very first pages, the tension picks up immediately, pulling readers right back into the story and refusing to let go.
The story picks up immediately after Rylee survives the last phase of The Choosing Ceremony in the Athanry, only to discover that surviving it isn’t enough to secure her place as queen. The ruling kings still have their own set of trials for her to face, each one seemingly designed to make her fail before the council ever casts their vote. Throughout these trials and tribulations, we are able to see Rylee grow as our main heroine, and the payoff is remarkable.
The true heart of the book is Rylee's relationship with the Legends of Chaos. The author does an amazing job of balancing Rylee's individual connections with each of her mates (The Dreamer, The Player, The Mind, and The Nightmare) while continuing to solidify their group bond. The loyalty, trust, and devotion that the fivesome share is unparalleled, and it is a treat as a reader to see their love continue to grow and flourish from where they started off in the first installment. Don't even get me started on the spice level - now that their bond is solidified and even stronger than before, the need for each other is even more intense, making the spicier moments even HOTTER.
The Kings' List has the perfect combination of high-stakes action and thoughtful character development, allowing the story to feel both exciting and emotionally grounded. Each challenge Rylee faces forces her to become stronger and more determined, showing just how much she has evolved since the beginning of the series.
And the cliffhanger at the end? SHOOK ME TO MY CORE. Once again, I am left shaking the book (or in this case, my Kindle) in agony. To say that I need the next installment in this series is an understatement, and I cannot wait to see what happens next.
TLDR? If you haven't read this series, you NEED to.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
It has been literal chaos for the Legends of Chaos since they endured the Athanry. Rylee has been stuck in a deep sleep; Faders are still popping up all over Lumathyst; and the princes are acclimating to magical changes which resulted from the desperate decisions they made at the Athanry.
What’s more—their fight isn’t over. The kings of Lumathyst expect Rylee and the Legends to prove themselves worthy of ruling over the realm before Baydel, Lucas, Jullian and Brooks will abdicate their thrones. Rylee and her mates must do this by meeting every challenge the kings pose to them under what is called “The Kings’ List”.
But with forces pulling the gang in a million different directions, and danger and distrust lurking around every corner… Will they be able to prove themselves? The prosperous future that Rylee and the princes imagined for Lumathyst depends on “yes” being the answer.
Tropes:
✨ Why choose (MMMF)
💓 High spice
✨ Dangerous trials and mysteries
💓 “Chosen one” FMC
✨ Morally grey + golden retriever + thoughtful intellectual MMCs (a good mix 🤣)
💓 1st-person multiple-POV narration
✨ Secrets & betrayals
💓 Political missions
✨ Fated mates + murderously protective mate bonds
“The Kings’ List” is a highly immersive romantasy extravaganza that ups the ante on almost every front compared to the book’s predecessor. It keeps you satisfied with generous high-spice romance, keeps you on the edge of your seat with action and violence, and keeps you guessing about the various mysteries unfolding around Rylee and her princes. We’re left wondering what the true intentions and feelings of the kings really are, and why the Faders have been wreaking havoc on the realm.
Kal was my favourite Legend by the end of The Never List, because of how supportive and sunshiney he was around Riley 😍 BUT in TKL, Pierce’s sexiness, thoughtfulness and intelligence really take centre stage! I think many readers will find themselves re-evaluating their favourite prince (but why choose one when you can have them all? 🤣)
While I was entertained throughout TKL, I found that the plot accelerated exponentially in the last 25%. I would describe the last quarter of the book as wrapping shock, satisfaction, catharsis and worry into a tight little rubber band ball. It was so good! And I’m dying to see what happens next!
✨ 4/5
🌶️ 3/5
What’s more—their fight isn’t over. The kings of Lumathyst expect Rylee and the Legends to prove themselves worthy of ruling over the realm before Baydel, Lucas, Jullian and Brooks will abdicate their thrones. Rylee and her mates must do this by meeting every challenge the kings pose to them under what is called “The Kings’ List”.
But with forces pulling the gang in a million different directions, and danger and distrust lurking around every corner… Will they be able to prove themselves? The prosperous future that Rylee and the princes imagined for Lumathyst depends on “yes” being the answer.
Tropes:
✨ Why choose (MMMF)
💓 High spice
✨ Dangerous trials and mysteries
💓 “Chosen one” FMC
✨ Morally grey + golden retriever + thoughtful intellectual MMCs (a good mix 🤣)
💓 1st-person multiple-POV narration
✨ Secrets & betrayals
💓 Political missions
✨ Fated mates + murderously protective mate bonds
“The Kings’ List” is a highly immersive romantasy extravaganza that ups the ante on almost every front compared to the book’s predecessor. It keeps you satisfied with generous high-spice romance, keeps you on the edge of your seat with action and violence, and keeps you guessing about the various mysteries unfolding around Rylee and her princes. We’re left wondering what the true intentions and feelings of the kings really are, and why the Faders have been wreaking havoc on the realm.
Kal was my favourite Legend by the end of The Never List, because of how supportive and sunshiney he was around Riley 😍 BUT in TKL, Pierce’s sexiness, thoughtfulness and intelligence really take centre stage! I think many readers will find themselves re-evaluating their favourite prince (but why choose one when you can have them all? 🤣)
While I was entertained throughout TKL, I found that the plot accelerated exponentially in the last 25%. I would describe the last quarter of the book as wrapping shock, satisfaction, catharsis and worry into a tight little rubber band ball. It was so good! And I’m dying to see what happens next!
✨ 4/5
🌶️ 3/5
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Thank you to Jade Presley, and the team at Entangled Publishing for a copy of The Kings’ List in exchange for a review.
I do not even know how to start this review. I finished the book ten minutes ago and after having a meltdown of epic proportions I am now trying to sort out what to say. I have SO many feelings and I don’t know how to unpack them.
This is the sequel to The Never List, a why choose fantasy romance about a woman born in poverty but destined to become so much more. Rylee found herself the unlikely fated mate of the infamous four Legends of Choas, the princes of the realm. With that comes wealth, power, and challenges that will try and break her.
In The Kings’ List the story begins right after Rylee partakes in the ceremony of the Athenry. We learn that despite surviving it, Rylee has not satisfied all of the criteria required to become queen and for the Legends to ascend the throne. The four reigning kings, the fathers of the Legends, have their own little to do list before they will “sign off” on her.
The tasks are designed to do everything in their power to make it so that Rylee doesn’t win the vote of the council, but she is not giving up without a fight, and neither are the Legends.
I was enraptured by this book. The beloved Legends and their absolute and unconditional love for Rylee is everything you want in a romance. The trust and the bond that the five of them share is so intense you can feel it. I loved seeing their bonds strengthen as they all worked together to find the answers they are desperate to find.
The book is fast paced and keeps you engaged at every turn. Jade has a gift for giving you just enough to keep you wanting more and this book is proof of that!
The spice is off the charts hot. The way they express their love and the need and yearning they feel is so intense and I loved seeing how each of them shows their love differently, while still sharing her.
The Kings’ List ends on a cliffhanger of epic proportions because Jade is the queen of leaving you wanting more! I cannot wait to continue this series and see where Rylee and the Legends take us next.
5/5
5/5 spice
I do not even know how to start this review. I finished the book ten minutes ago and after having a meltdown of epic proportions I am now trying to sort out what to say. I have SO many feelings and I don’t know how to unpack them.
This is the sequel to The Never List, a why choose fantasy romance about a woman born in poverty but destined to become so much more. Rylee found herself the unlikely fated mate of the infamous four Legends of Choas, the princes of the realm. With that comes wealth, power, and challenges that will try and break her.
In The Kings’ List the story begins right after Rylee partakes in the ceremony of the Athenry. We learn that despite surviving it, Rylee has not satisfied all of the criteria required to become queen and for the Legends to ascend the throne. The four reigning kings, the fathers of the Legends, have their own little to do list before they will “sign off” on her.
The tasks are designed to do everything in their power to make it so that Rylee doesn’t win the vote of the council, but she is not giving up without a fight, and neither are the Legends.
I was enraptured by this book. The beloved Legends and their absolute and unconditional love for Rylee is everything you want in a romance. The trust and the bond that the five of them share is so intense you can feel it. I loved seeing their bonds strengthen as they all worked together to find the answers they are desperate to find.
The book is fast paced and keeps you engaged at every turn. Jade has a gift for giving you just enough to keep you wanting more and this book is proof of that!
The spice is off the charts hot. The way they express their love and the need and yearning they feel is so intense and I loved seeing how each of them shows their love differently, while still sharing her.
The Kings’ List ends on a cliffhanger of epic proportions because Jade is the queen of leaving you wanting more! I cannot wait to continue this series and see where Rylee and the Legends take us next.
5/5
5/5 spice
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
4.5 ⭐
😱😵NOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Where are the rest of the pages?!?!
You can't do this to me, AGAIN!! 😖
Nobody Warned Me!!
We’ll get to that part…
First, Holy Hot Damn! Ms Presley cranked the heat up in here 🔥
We’re just gonna go ahead and get that out of the way 😁
Yes, the spice was hotter and heavier, but don’t worry. It didn’t take away from the plot. Honestly, a lot of it was quite crucial to their bonding and connecting. And it was Delicious 🤤
Now, for the meat…
🤩 I love when Book 2 is just as good, if not better than its predecessor.
And that happens to be the case here.
The plot was grinding. Pumping out one heart palpitation after another.
We’ve got ‘poor’ Rylee Grey, newly immortal, fated mate to the Legends, and princess of Lumathyst struggling to control all these powers that have been thrust upon her. Not only does she have to learn how to contain them and wield them, but she also has to learn how to return them intentionally to each of their previous owners.
On top of that, she has been informed that before she and the Legends can ascend to the throne, they must complete a set of tasks (trials) set forth by The Kings’ List and obtain a favorable vote and approval from the kings and the Royal Authority Council (RAC).
And if that wasn’t enough to battle with, she is also facing constant opposition from Baydel (I hate that man), warring with the Faders, dealing with a deadly enhancement (drug) spreading across the realm, as well as maintaining royal duties.
And let’s not forget the drama with her sister.
Yeah, this book is Packed with intensity, betrayal, secrets, action, and love.
Bonds and loyalties are tested.
Failure isn’t an option.
I loved every single second of this and was raging because I ran out of pages 😫
☝️ Now, back to the top.
I’m going to do you the courtesy and give you the warning I didn’t get.
There will most definitely be a Book 3 because, like Book 1, this one ends on a 🇰🇮🇱🇱🇪🇷 🇨🇱🇮🇫🇫🇭🇦🇳🇬🇪🇷!! 😵
🙌 Thank you so much RedTower and Entangled for the gifted eARC!!
Where do I sign up for an ARC of Book 3? 🥰
😱😵NOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Where are the rest of the pages?!?!
You can't do this to me, AGAIN!! 😖
Nobody Warned Me!!
We’ll get to that part…
First, Holy Hot Damn! Ms Presley cranked the heat up in here 🔥
We’re just gonna go ahead and get that out of the way 😁
Yes, the spice was hotter and heavier, but don’t worry. It didn’t take away from the plot. Honestly, a lot of it was quite crucial to their bonding and connecting. And it was Delicious 🤤
Now, for the meat…
🤩 I love when Book 2 is just as good, if not better than its predecessor.
And that happens to be the case here.
The plot was grinding. Pumping out one heart palpitation after another.
We’ve got ‘poor’ Rylee Grey, newly immortal, fated mate to the Legends, and princess of Lumathyst struggling to control all these powers that have been thrust upon her. Not only does she have to learn how to contain them and wield them, but she also has to learn how to return them intentionally to each of their previous owners.
On top of that, she has been informed that before she and the Legends can ascend to the throne, they must complete a set of tasks (trials) set forth by The Kings’ List and obtain a favorable vote and approval from the kings and the Royal Authority Council (RAC).
And if that wasn’t enough to battle with, she is also facing constant opposition from Baydel (I hate that man), warring with the Faders, dealing with a deadly enhancement (drug) spreading across the realm, as well as maintaining royal duties.
And let’s not forget the drama with her sister.
Yeah, this book is Packed with intensity, betrayal, secrets, action, and love.
Bonds and loyalties are tested.
Failure isn’t an option.
I loved every single second of this and was raging because I ran out of pages 😫
☝️ Now, back to the top.
I’m going to do you the courtesy and give you the warning I didn’t get.
There will most definitely be a Book 3 because, like Book 1, this one ends on a 🇰🇮🇱🇱🇪🇷 🇨🇱🇮🇫🇫🇭🇦🇳🇬🇪🇷!! 😵
🙌 Thank you so much RedTower and Entangled for the gifted eARC!!
Where do I sign up for an ARC of Book 3? 🥰
Review of advance copy received from Author
maybe spoiler-ish? not really ??
DUDE WHAT?!
When I tell you I’ve been WAITING for this. Jade, you’ve really outdone yourself with this one!
The King’s List was amazing. I was immediately hooked after The Never List and was eager for the second one. After getting the opportunity to read it early, I devoured it.
Being back in Lumathyst with our boys was a dream come true. While the circumstances are less than ideal for them, it really was like coming home for me. Rylee is such a badass and watching her come into herself and take control of her life (as much as she can) was *chefs kiss.* She is a great FMC who never loses sight of herself and what she’s set out to accomplish. I really appreciate that she didn’t lose herself in this book and that she stays true to her mates, her friends, and her kingdom. The why-choose hits, every. time. 🤭
Presley did a phenomenal job at making the world-expansion feel organic instead of overwhelming. I think sometimes authors spend too much time world building that it’s hard to connect to the characters we all love. Not in this one, I felt like I was there with Rylee and her mates as they set out to conquer their goals! I loved how the different places and the settings grew naturally and never felt forced.
There were some parts that felt a little predictable and the ending could have been a wee bit more thoroug, but I think Jade did a great job of balancing this sexy, steamy romance with the gripping fantasy story that’s unfolding. I think this set us up really nicely for book three, now I just have to wait for what feels like an eternity (I get what Rylee was going thru honestly)! 😭
The ending was DIABOLICAL and I’ll need the next three months to emotionally heal. I’m not sure why she had to do my favorite like that, but I’m already counting down the days until book three.
Jade, sweetie, the release date… now (kidding, kind of)???!? 😌
Thank you SO much Jade Presley and the Entangled Publishing team for this eARC. I’m so grateful! 🥹
DUDE WHAT?!
When I tell you I’ve been WAITING for this. Jade, you’ve really outdone yourself with this one!
The King’s List was amazing. I was immediately hooked after The Never List and was eager for the second one. After getting the opportunity to read it early, I devoured it.
Being back in Lumathyst with our boys was a dream come true. While the circumstances are less than ideal for them, it really was like coming home for me. Rylee is such a badass and watching her come into herself and take control of her life (as much as she can) was *chefs kiss.* She is a great FMC who never loses sight of herself and what she’s set out to accomplish. I really appreciate that she didn’t lose herself in this book and that she stays true to her mates, her friends, and her kingdom. The why-choose hits, every. time. 🤭
Presley did a phenomenal job at making the world-expansion feel organic instead of overwhelming. I think sometimes authors spend too much time world building that it’s hard to connect to the characters we all love. Not in this one, I felt like I was there with Rylee and her mates as they set out to conquer their goals! I loved how the different places and the settings grew naturally and never felt forced.
There were some parts that felt a little predictable and the ending could have been a wee bit more thoroug, but I think Jade did a great job of balancing this sexy, steamy romance with the gripping fantasy story that’s unfolding. I think this set us up really nicely for book three, now I just have to wait for what feels like an eternity (I get what Rylee was going thru honestly)! 😭
The ending was DIABOLICAL and I’ll need the next three months to emotionally heal. I’m not sure why she had to do my favorite like that, but I’m already counting down the days until book three.
Jade, sweetie, the release date… now (kidding, kind of)???!? 😌
Thank you SO much Jade Presley and the Entangled Publishing team for this eARC. I’m so grateful! 🥹
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I was really looking forward to this book after the absolutely brutal cliff hanger The Never List (book 1 in this series) left off on, so I was beyond grateful to have the opportunity to snag early access to The Kings List from Entangled Publishing and Red Tower (thank you guys!). With that being said, I immediately was beyond grateful for the start of this book as it had a small "What Happened Previously" that allowed me to instantly remember exactly where we were in the story without needing to reread The Never List first. I've never had a book with that before, and I thought it was absolutely genius.
Getting into the book itself, we get allllllll the spice that we had in the first book, amplified. I'm talking 10% of the way in you're hitting spice. So if you enjoyed that, it's definitely here! The story stays pretty interesting too with lots of exciting new twists and turns. I will say, however, that yes, this book also ended on a cliff hanger (come on book 3!).
So. I'm sure you're wondering- this all sounds amazing, why only 4 stars? Well, some aspects of this book get overwhelmingly repetitive. Rylee is a strong, incredibly powerful, FMC but yet the Legends are constantly referring to her as someone they have to protect while simultaneously saying how strong she is. Constantly. Let her be strong, no need to refer to her as a delicate flower that needs to be coddled and protected. On the flip side, the Legends and Rylee are almost too soft in most interactions. It really takes away from the strong and powerful leadership when they are incapable of being away from one another, even in the same room, without turning into pining teenagers. I also cannot possibly count how many times I read the words "strong" "beautiful" "incredible" "mates".
Now, with that being said, the story and world building is top notch and worth the eye roll the previously mentioned pieces resulted in. Who saw the twists at the end coming? Certainly not me, and that's how you keep me invested!
Getting into the book itself, we get allllllll the spice that we had in the first book, amplified. I'm talking 10% of the way in you're hitting spice. So if you enjoyed that, it's definitely here! The story stays pretty interesting too with lots of exciting new twists and turns. I will say, however, that yes, this book also ended on a cliff hanger (come on book 3!).
So. I'm sure you're wondering- this all sounds amazing, why only 4 stars? Well, some aspects of this book get overwhelmingly repetitive. Rylee is a strong, incredibly powerful, FMC but yet the Legends are constantly referring to her as someone they have to protect while simultaneously saying how strong she is. Constantly. Let her be strong, no need to refer to her as a delicate flower that needs to be coddled and protected. On the flip side, the Legends and Rylee are almost too soft in most interactions. It really takes away from the strong and powerful leadership when they are incapable of being away from one another, even in the same room, without turning into pining teenagers. I also cannot possibly count how many times I read the words "strong" "beautiful" "incredible" "mates".
Now, with that being said, the story and world building is top notch and worth the eye roll the previously mentioned pieces resulted in. Who saw the twists at the end coming? Certainly not me, and that's how you keep me invested!
March 11, 2026
I was honored to receive an ARC copy of The King’s List and here are my honest opinions.
The King’s List is the sequel to The Never List and book 2 in the trilogy.
The book was PHENOMENAL!! Absolutely insane!! The continued character development was great. The book was fast paced but did not feel rushed.
The story picks up right after the end of The Never List. You are taken on a journey that has you questioning what is happening and what will happen next. The way you want answers but you aren’t sure how they will be given or even by who, was done beautifully. I was reading it not sure who to trust. I still have lots of questions but I know all will be answered in book 3.
Jade did an amazing job introducing new characters while also developing previous characters. I never felt like one character was outshining another or that they didn’t belong. I felt like the interactions between the characters was done perfectly and intentional.
The spice was perfect! It’s a why choose so of course it will be spicy. I thought all of it was well done and never felt like it was being overdone.
All in all. The plot was perfect, the spice was spicy, and I need book 3 ASAP!!
The King’s List is the sequel to The Never List and book 2 in the trilogy.
The book was PHENOMENAL!! Absolutely insane!! The continued character development was great. The book was fast paced but did not feel rushed.
The story picks up right after the end of The Never List. You are taken on a journey that has you questioning what is happening and what will happen next. The way you want answers but you aren’t sure how they will be given or even by who, was done beautifully. I was reading it not sure who to trust. I still have lots of questions but I know all will be answered in book 3.
Jade did an amazing job introducing new characters while also developing previous characters. I never felt like one character was outshining another or that they didn’t belong. I felt like the interactions between the characters was done perfectly and intentional.
The spice was perfect! It’s a why choose so of course it will be spicy. I thought all of it was well done and never felt like it was being overdone.
All in all. The plot was perfect, the spice was spicy, and I need book 3 ASAP!!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Huge thank you to Red Toweer Books, Entangled Publishing, Netgalley, and the wonderful author herself Jade Presley for early access to this epic novel in exchange for an honest review.
In this much anticipated sequel to the "Never List", the "Kings List" transports us back to the land of Lumathyst where Rylee and her mates must learn to deal with the aftermath of the Choosing ceremony and the Athanry. I really enjoyed the times when we get individual time between Riley and each of the Legends (Jax, Pierce, Kal, and Axel), though those scenes were fewer than I had selfishly hoped. 🫣😭 With that said though, Jade, as always, masterfully blends political intrigue, witty dialogue, and the spiciest of spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️. Can't wait for the next installment!!
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In this much anticipated sequel to the "Never List", the "Kings List" transports us back to the land of Lumathyst where Rylee and her mates must learn to deal with the aftermath of the Choosing ceremony and the Athanry. I really enjoyed the times when we get individual time between Riley and each of the Legends (Jax, Pierce, Kal, and Axel), though those scenes were fewer than I had selfishly hoped. 🫣😭 With that said though, Jade, as always, masterfully blends political intrigue, witty dialogue, and the spiciest of spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️. Can't wait for the next installment!!
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley and Entangled Publishing/ Red Tower Books for the huge honor of reading this incredible, spectacular book!
Wow! I love the Legends and Rylee. So much heat!
The action was nonstop. I could not get enough. I read and read nonstop until 3 am
If you haven't read book 1, The Never list, I recommend reading it first.
The book can be read as a stand alone, but in order to get the full story book and experience, read book one first..
Totally five plus stars. Highly recommend!!!
Give me book three please!!!
Wow! I love the Legends and Rylee. So much heat!
The action was nonstop. I could not get enough. I read and read nonstop until 3 am
If you haven't read book 1, The Never list, I recommend reading it first.
The book can be read as a stand alone, but in order to get the full story book and experience, read book one first..
Totally five plus stars. Highly recommend!!!
Give me book three please!!!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I loved this even more than the first book! It took me on a wild ride and I enjoyed every second of it. Rylee is such a strong character, I liked seeing her growth in this book. And of course the legends always have my heart! I adore them all individually and as a group. They have an incredible connection. I loved their journey in this installment. And my jaw is still on the floor after that incredible cliffhanger ending! I can't wait to see where the story goes next. I definitely recommend this book!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
An absolutely fantastic second book. I love the connection between Rylee and the legends, they just love her so damn much and it is everything. Lacey and Ivy are the friends we all need to be and I’m so glad to see them more in this book. Honestly i love everything about this book except Baydel because he sucks. It’s all the spice and adventure of the never list but just even more. Also casually obsessed with Mirren.
March 9, 2026
This was the easiest five star I’ve given this year. Jade does such a beautiful job drawing us into the world she has created. It felt like coming home to people I’ve missed as well as a world my heart yearned for. I cannot convey adequately how much I adore this series. I’m impatiently waiting for the last book! Thanks Red Tower, Entangled, and Jade for this amazing ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
🌟🌟🌟🌟.5
Where The Never List was a book about advancing the romance between Rylee and the Legends, The Kings' List is about advancing the plot. We still see the relationships expand - but so does the world building, the obstacles, and the villains. No worries, though, this doesn't mean there's any less spice. And I am *fully* invested after that ending.
Respectfully, wtf Jade???
Where The Never List was a book about advancing the romance between Rylee and the Legends, The Kings' List is about advancing the plot. We still see the relationships expand - but so does the world building, the obstacles, and the villains. No worries, though, this doesn't mean there's any less spice. And I am *fully* invested after that ending.
Respectfully, wtf Jade???
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Well after waiting for number 2 to come out it is most definitely not a disappointment! So many times a second book just doesn't catch the filling of the first but this book has the continuance just like if it was in one book, answer so many questions, and has so many new adventures and hot spicy scenes! I will be patiently (not so patiently) waiting for book number three!!
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