Fatal Frost

Druid's Curse #4

by Shea Balik

No way was Arne going to allow fate to chain him to a guy who thought all creatures, even those determined to kill you, were worthy of saving. Arne was a Viking warrior, death was his thing and he was damned good at it.
Dermot Kincaid believed all of God’s creations deserved respect. He was a pacifist at heart, but that didn’t mean he couldn’t stand up for himself. Even when that meant getting retribution against the asshole who thought he was better than anyone else.
When Arne and Dermot are attacked, they must find common ground so they can work together to defeat the enemy. If they can’t, they may not just risk losing, but they also risk their hearts developing a Fatal Frost.

Genres: M M Romance, LGBT, Shapeshifters

189 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 23, 2019

About the author

Bestselling author of the Cedar Falls Series, Hart Medical Center Series, Miracle Series, and Paranormal Wars Series, Shea Balik has always had a vivid imagination with stories running around in her head. Often her stories are taken from observations of other people with her own spin.

Traveling is one of her favorite ways of fulfilling her passion of people watching. You never know, one day you may spark her imagination for her next book.

Whether at home or traveling she is usually in front of her computer writing or curled up with a good book.

Reviews

[Ashley Martinez (ilovebooksandstuffblog) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dark and dangerous. Things take a twist for the worst as a new Druid meets his warrior. I really enjoyed the characters and their banter with one another. I loved the new twists and can’t wait to see what happens next.

[Becca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok, so I love this series. I've loved all the books so far, but this one so far is my favorite, because smartass Arne finally met his match and I laughed my ass off so hard at how he got paid back for his mouth. It is absolutely the funniest thing ever. Oh, I was waiting for this one.
Dermot was found by Arne hiding in the closet with his little nephew, Gillie, while there were Unseelie pets everywhere. And a sight that made chills go down Arne's spine. And actual Unseelie itself. So, when he got to where Dermot was he was already pissed about the pets and stuff but even more pissed about the prophecy and so when he found Dermot, he was less than nice. He called Dermot all kinds of names, not even bothering to find out why they were there or Dermot's background or why he didn't want to fight or anything. He just kept calling him a coward and chicken and all kinds of names. Dermot dealt with it until he opened his mouth too far several times and made little Gillie cry and that was it for Dermot. Arne got what was coming to him plus some. And everyone had a good laugh. But what everyone also found out, was what Dermot really knew and how he had Aed's journals and maybe a way to defeat the fae and close the veil forever. But knowing they were working with the Fae that betrayed Aed to begin with, set Dermot off and there may be no coming back from this. Especially when he goes to storm off only to be met by Unseelie pets who weren't supposed to be able to get anywhere near the compound. On the run for their lives, Arne and Dermot both have to decide to keep fighting fate and their mating or finally let go before they lose each other forever.
Man, I have wanted to see someone put Arne in his place so bad. He's all blister outside but fluff on the inside, no matter how much of an ass he acts like. But the funniest part, is because of his mouth, he's pushed too far with some things and now Dermot has a way that gets him back and not a dang thing Arne can do to stop it. He finally met his match and no matter how bad he fights it, that alone makes Arne want him so bad. But when Arne finally loses the attitude, he's actually perfect for Dermot and Gillie too. He's the strength Dermot needs, especially when he finds out why Dermot is the way he is. And he realizes that because of what Dermot has been studying, there's more going on than they all knew.
But the end has me in suspense. It's not necessarily a cliffhanger. There's an HEA. But the others have been dispatched to find remaining druids and after this closing of the veil, they got a surprise that shook them all to their core. So, I'm ready to see what's next. A damn good series.


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[The TBR Pile *Book review site* · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fatal Frost is anything but cold. This book will have you turning the pages into the early morning hours.

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[Kaila · Rating 4 out of 5]

this is probably not my favorite so far but i did still enjoy it.. my problem is the characters didnt hit it for me.. i enjoyed the plot.. and these characters apart but together i'm not sure. it wasn't bad and it is necessary for the series and i am glad i read it and yes i would recommend it to others just not my favorite. but it was a good story.

[Dan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this one too. Especially Dermot. He's a really nice character. It feels odd that he was fated for Arne, but having the guts to stand to him makes sense.
It's becoming even more evident how little of an upper hand the druids have. It feels like rooting for the underdog. It makes it even more exciting

[Shorty Chelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story about Dermot and Arne. Arne was an ass to Dermot thinking Dermot was a coward. Dermot for his part always made Arne pay for his nasty comments by freezing him, which was hilarious. Gillie, Dermot’s three year old nephew was so adorable throughout the story.

Everything about this book appealed to me in every way. You learn a little more about the past from Dermot and the journals he has of Aed’s. Theories are talked about the rituals and the fae getting through. There are tense situations that had me on the edge of my seat awaiting the outcome.

Each book there is a new druid with a power to help combat the fae. I am so looking forward to the next book to see who comes next in the series and what their mates power will be.

Fantastic read and highly recommended.

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[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like this series.

[John-Torleif Harris · Rating 3 out of 5]

Love the enemies to lovers trope, but these characters were flat

I wish that Dermot was more fleshed out, as a character, in this book than he was. There really wasn't any significant character development for either Arne or Dermot, which I found disappointing. We found out about Dermot's past, but why did he chose to become a pacifist? How was Dermot so proficient with his power without practicing? Why didn't he show any surprise at coming into his power without going through the ritual? Why couldn't the team have gone back to Colorado as soon as they found out about the efficacy of probs to keep the Unseelie pets away? Can't Cullen form a tornado? And what if that tornado is filled with fire? Wouldn't that have an impact on the things coming through the Veil?

[Teal Wolf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fatal Frost is the fourth book in the Druid's Curse series by Shea Balik. This book has a bit of an enemies to lovers feel about it, an opposite attraction vibe...Arne and Dermot do not mesh well at first... but fated love doesnt give up so easy. The action is high, the drama is alive, the humor is brought and the romance is inevitable. What will the next book lead?

I received an advanced reader's copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great add to the series. Arne and Dermot are opposites in a lot of ways; having to find common ground and work together was something they both weren't looking forward to. I loved discovering more about these two and their past. Twist and turns make this series even more great and I can't wait for the next. I voluntarily reviewed an 'Advance Author’s Copy' of this book.

[Patdbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arne and Dermott take the centre stage in this book 4 of the series and as usual full of fun, humour, hot scenes, a growing understanding of what is involved and what is happening with the rifts. Book 4 also let's us see more of Fen, one might say the creator of this fiasco over 1000 years but maybe he is one of the biggest victims of it all. Read it and enjoy.

[Bran Zesti · Rating 5 out of 5]

I do think I've laugh so much. These to are funny, make you shake your head and laugh. Non of those story are alike but are in always. I'm just in love with this series.

[Kennylee Beeks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arne and Dermot. The Fae breach the Veil!