Slaying the Vampire Conqueror

Completely obsessed with Sylina and Atrius

Katsbookshelf am 09.03.2025
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Slaying The Vampire Conqueror by Carissa Broadbent is a stand-alone vampire romantasy set in the world of Nyaxia and the story of Sylina and Atrius.   Sylina had a difficult childhood until she entered the service for the Goddess of Fate and was formed into the perfect weapon. Sylina is such a fierce, strong, and inspiring heroine and I absolutely loved her and she’s the perfect heroine. I also liked the representation because she’s blind and nothing is stopping her.   Atrius is a vampire warrior and leader of the army. He’s a brute and a bit terrifying at first. But the more I saw of him, the more I liked him. He’s seen and experienced this world in a way that is remarkable.   Sylina is tasked to kill Atrius and she infiltrates the army and becomes the seer. And that alone was so thrilling and I’m amazed what Sylina can do. The more time they spend together, the more they feel drawn to each other and the longing in this story was unreal. And the forbidden aspect added a whole lot of angst, and I was completely enraptured by this story. They must risk everything for their world and more importantly their love and I just loved it so much. Also, it’s so difficult to come across a stand-alone romantasy and this book is just perfection.   Slaying The Vampire Conqueror captivated me from the first to the last page and I’m just obsessed with Sylina and Atrius. 5 stars.   (Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an arc.)

Slaying the Vampire Conqueror - 4.25-star romantasy

Whispers & Pages am 09.11.2025
Bewertungsnummer: 2649276
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Sylina was once an orphan surviving on the streets of Glaea. Desperate for a purpose, she joins the Arachessen - a cult devoted to the Goddess of Fate, led by the enigmatic and mysterious Sightmother. In exchange for her life and her eyesight, Sylina is trained to become one of the deadliest assassins on the continent. Her mission: overthrow Glaea’s tyrannical king. But when a brutal Bloodborn vampire warrior named Atrius arrives, conquering the kingdom with terrifying ease, Sylina’s purpose shifts. Tasked with infiltrating his army and earning his trust, she takes the place of his seer, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Yet as she journeys beside him, Sylina begins to see the cracks beneath Atrius’s monstrous façade. Failing the Sightmother isn’t an option—but neither is ignoring what’s growing between them and her hatred towards the gruesome king. Soooo, apparently Carissa Broadbent is brilliant at writing novels! I loved The Crowns of Nyaxia series, especially books one and two (with the first still being my favorite). But the two novellas? They’re something else entirely. While both can technically be read on their own, I highly recommend reading them in the suggested order for the worldbuilding and full emotional experience. Vale and Lilith’s story was incredible, and Sylina and Atrius’s is not far behind! If you enjoy the world Carissa has created, these standalones are absolute must-reads. They add so much depth and texture to the main story and are completely addictive. I couldn’t put this one down. The main characters are more restrained emotionally than her other couples, and I found that very refreshing. Actions speak louder than words, and Carissa captures that dynamic beautifully. Sylina and Atrius complement each other perfectly; their connection felt raw, intense, and deeply earned. There’s even a touch of Beauty and the Beast energy that made their relationship all the more captivating. I especially loved the unique touch of Sylina’s blindness—how she perceives the world through colorful threads was stunning and so well-written. It added an extra layer of beauty and magic to the story. This is a delicious slow burn with the perfect balance between plot and romance. The tension? Absolutely palpable. And I’d like to end my review with my favorite lines: “You shouldn’t be here.” “Why?” “Because you make me ravenous.” What a confession. Story: 4.25 ⭐️ Spice: 2.5 ️