My Review
It’s been 17 years, and I never found him. I thought she moved on. I never even got her full name. My girls need safety, confidence, and security. This could rock the boat. It shouldn’t be possible, but it is. He wants to see us. Will she let me? It’s Fifi and Mere’s decision. There’s danger everywhere, but I can only hope I can do the best for my daughters.
His Dragon Daughters by Lanie Anderson and Daphne Moore takes us through a journey of reconciliation as Chase learns about his daughters from a one-night stand with Tash 17 years prior. Together, the two plus his extended family come together to fill in the gaps of what the girls have been missing in their lives. With that revealing secrets and hidden dangers that Tash could have never been prepared to handle alone. Conservation efforts, small town drama, evil companies, and secret societies lurking, Tash and Chase will do anything for their daughters and each other.
The novel offers a journey into what happens when the mundane meets the magic that was always there all along. The journey is one of self-discovery throughout the generations. Prose-wise, everything is quite clear to understand. Tash does delve into scientific terms due to her jobs conservation based efforts. Everything gets outlined in a way that is easy to digest. The name swapping may be difficult to digest for newer readers, but it’s par the course for the shifter genre and doesn’t affect enjoyability when you’re used to it.
As for the characters themselves, the book stars our dynamic duo with Tash and Chance, who reunite once more when Tash moves into the area with her 16-year-old daughters, Fifi and Mere.
Tash is an exceptional mother. She completely uprooted her living situation just to give her children peace and tranquility that were denied. She listens to her children’s needs at every turn. Flare-ups lead to a no-hesitation response. If her babies are uncomfortable, she will do anything to get them into a situation that is secure. She takes the girls’ opinions seriously, even in the case of seeing Chase. She doesn’t force them to reconcile; she leaves that decision entirely up to them. Tash will do anything for her girls, even if it could change her whole world in the process.
She is also incredibly intelligent and passionate. She takes her conservationist job extremely seriously and always tries to get precise data. She is carefully observant of situations and patterns, a trait that proves useful many times throughout the story. She is passionate about what she cares about, willing to fight for causes she believes in, even if the odds seem insurmountable.
Chase is a very understanding, patient,and emotional man. Even when he was barely introduced to the idea of being a father, he accepted the change with open arms and a pit of regret. Despite that, he made it a mission to move forward and get in touch with Tash to figure out what he can do for her and the girls. He’s never too pushy. He lets the decision solely be Tash’s. And when Tash says she’ll only do what the girls want and need, he accepts that as well. He maintains the hope in his heart that he can be there for them. The three are always on his mind. And when he’s finally let into their lives, he becomes fiercely protective, mirroring Tash in that he will do whatever it takes to keep his family safe.
The sheer amount of pining and yearning these two possess is radiated throughout the novel. The blend of heated spice, along with the classical elements of a slow burn, ties together seamlessly.
Chase can’t keep his hands to himself when he realizes Tash is back in his life. Though this scene could be considered jarring because of how early it occurs. But it goes to show the inner depths of how much this man misses her. Pining, desperate, men lovers rejoice.
The second scene could be considered disappointing to some without the full picture. The moment is rather quick without slowing down for a detailed description. The current state of the relationship is reflected in it. The two lost lovers are mourning their prior connection and are desperate to give in to the spark that never truly faded between them. They’re not living in the present quite yet, but the feelings are still there.
There is a long, extended absence of these kinds of scenes as Tash and Chase get to know who they are now as individuals and parents. We get a lot more quiet moments of co-parenting and soft romantic dates. The intimate scenes that follow these two later down the line only become much sweeter and more impactful.
The attention to detail goes up during every second as if to reflect their relationship deepening and blossoming into a new form. The passion that was building up and barely held back is no longer denied as they realize how much they mean to each other.
But the final choice to be together isnt made in an act of selfish lust. The twins are the reason why Tash makes her reconciliation official with Chase. The final line of thought to this decision, along with the rest of the details, left me pleasantly surprised about how heavy family-oriented the core themes are.
The title explains it all. Fifi and Mere have a fun and loving sibling relationship. The two rely on each other like there the only ones who can understand each other in the world. They play, laugh, and bond over their shared circumstances, including their mighty meaty taste in food. They’re protective and lean on each other during a crisis. But they always struggled to live in a mundane world that just didn’t future. They both face hybrid species issues and magic under the surface, waiting to see the light and run free.
I appreciated how the novel went about showing everything. Vague mentions or minor scenes could have kept Fifi and Mere tied into the plot. Instead, we get to see these issues firsthand and how their origins being revealed helps them heal both mentally and physically. The girls are involved in every integral decision. Lost family connections are renewed for them. All the additional scenes didn’t even detract from the importance of their parents’ relationship, only giving it credibility.
This new life was the right decision for all of them. We get to see how much Chase cares and yearns for his family and all the lost time. Tash chooses Chase again, as he feels authentic and not a rash choice made on the foundation of memories from a bygone era. The decision is fully informed on present circumstances of how this can be good for her and her children. Their found family is built more on choice and less on supernatural pulls.
The inclusion of the extended family outside of Chase hits the theme home. This entire family loves these girls so much. They both help provide pieces of missing history, as well as guidance and training for the tribulations that come with it. The newfound family life can be dangerous, but at the same time, it fills the missing pieces that the twins never knew were absent. From tutoring to protection, the novel is chock-full of moments that show the importance of family.
Family can also include friendships. Tash’s friends Gerty and Beth prove an effective support system during her parental and romantic transition with Chase. In turn, Tash supports them by giving them a safe haven to reach out to during stressful times. They’re all extremely supportive in their endeavors without giving too much flak. They trust each other to be there when they need it. They don’t undermine or ask too many questions when they don’t. In addition to providing silent support when one may not admit they need help or even refuse it due to wanting to protect another. But they still provide the support anyway because they care so much, even at the cost to themselves.
And of course, we can’t forget about our animal companions, Lola and Huey. Seeing animals included in a family dynamic is always heartwarming. Lola is our resident sassy princess with some outdoor spice. She’s a comforting, stable presence that doesn’t bat an eye at any of the supernatural shenanigans happening around her. A comforting presence in the chaos. Huey is our protective guardian dog. He’ll go to bat for Tash and the girls even in the most dangerous situations. He’s silly and does derpy dog things, but when it counts, he will be there to the very end for comfort or safety.
Overall, Lanie Anderson and Daphne Moore have written a fun, heartfelt ride perfect for the season. A story that will be bound to give you those cozy vibes with a dash of dangerous adventure in between to keep you on the edge of your seat. And this is only just the beginning. Tash’s friends have their own adventures to look forward to, as this dragon family only grows further beyond these two love birds. And I can’t wait to see what new discoveries and emotions are waiting to be unlocked in the next installment.
Until Next Time,
Lynzee
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