Crown of Ruined Oaths: An Empire of Curses and Dreams Novel: A Night and Rain Series Book 1.5 by Susan Person -reveiw tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 31, 2025

Some oaths are meant to be broken. Some love is worth the fall.

Cyrus was the perfect guardian—until he fell for Gemma, the woman he was sworn to protect. His bonded oath lies in ruins, his honor shattered, and the love of his immortal life belongs to another man, Laurel. What Cyrus hadn’t expected was to love them both deeply.

Gemma has her mate, her child, her perfect fae life. Cyrus has nothing but the ashes of his unicorn existence. Every sunrise brings him fresh torture. Every sunset is another reminder of what he can never have.

And the bond between them—the one he’s tried so hard to sever—still pulses with every beat of his broken heart.

When an old enemy threatens the balance of the entire realm, Cyrus will be forced to choose between honoring the sacred unicorn laws or risking everything to stand by her side when darkness comes calling.

A unicorn guardian. A forbidden love. A destiny that could save or damn them all.

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REVIEW: In *Crown of Ruined Oaths*, (technically the third instalment) *Empire of Curses and Dreams* series, Susan Person creates a tale of heart wrenching emotion and fantasy.

This story basically sets up the next book. But we do get more background on Cyrus. It’s a short story/novella. But it doesn’t miss anything out. I almost felt like I was reading a proper book, rather than a novella.

At the center of this captivating story is Cyrus, a unicorn guardian whose life takes an unexpected turn when forbidden love sparks between him and Gemma, the woman he has sworn to protect.

From the very beginning, we are drawn into Cyrus’s internal conflict, a struggle between duty and desire. The author captures his sense of honour really well, torn apart by the deep affection he harbors for Gemma and the weight of his commitments.

Gemma, with her seemingly perfect life alongside her mate Laurel, is both a beacon of hope and a source of pain for Cyrus.

The plot thickens as an ancient enemy emerges, threatening the balance of their realm. This propels Cyrus into a decision, forcing him to choose between abiding by the sacred unicorn laws or embracing the chaos of love.

Person’s writing is evocative and immersive, Thecauthor’s writing has a knack of drawing you in and keeping you there. The sights/smells and sounds are a there for you to get the full picture.

As we accompany Cyrus on his journey, i find myself hoping he wins against his struggles and rooting for him to find his path.

While there are moments where the plot can feel slightly predictable, the emotional stakes and characters are strong enough that they kept me wanting to find out more.

In conclusion, *Crown of Ruined Oaths* is a beautifully written fantasy that intertwines forbidden love with the weight of destiny.

For fans of romantic fantasy and tales of unicorns, this book is a must read.

The journey is just beginning, and I can’t wait to see where Cyrus’s path leads in the next installment!

Reading Order and Previous reviews
Crown of Night and Rain
Crown of Broken Promises

🦋 Reviewed by Julie B

Copy supplied for review

Susan Person is a multi-contest finalist in the paranormal and dark paranormal romance categories. A former member of Romance Writers of America since 2013, she served on the PRO Steering Committee for several years. Recently, she returned to college to pursue a degree in anthropology and graduated in May of 2021. Susan enjoys meeting writers and readers alike at conferences. Her grandmother’s love of Harlequin novels was passed on to her, and she was fascinated by paranormal worlds and mythology. The combination of the two led her to the paranormal romance genre. She knew at an early age she wanted to write powerful heroines and fulfills that dream today by writing empowered heroines who take charge in their paranormal worlds.

Susan grew up on a thoroughbred horse farm before moving to the big city of Dallas. She considers herself a Texan but is loyal to her home state of Arkansas. A lover of travel, she has visited several countries with many more to go on her list. She particularly loved dowsing at Stonehenge and seeing the Eiffel Tower light up at night. The outdoors are a place Susan finds inspiration and can often be found in a park, at the lake, or on a road trip. She especially loves the mountains. Furry animals hold a special place in her heart. Dogs tend to seek her out as a friend, and she gladly returns their friendship.

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