Elemental Desires Book 1: Oleander by Charli Meadows

 

Elemental Desires Book 1

Oleander

Even though I am a Fae prince and the heir to the Aurorian throne, I’ve locked myself away for the past five years, refusing to use my magic. I’m a toxic disaster waiting to be unleashed. My power is dangerous. Lethal. The kingdom is better off without me.But my mother is the queen, and by her royal decree, I must attend Elemental Academy alongside my twin brother, Flame. I’ll be king one day, and the clock is ticking to prove that I can control my power. My poison.I don’t have to search very far before I find someone willing to help me practice my magic. However, as our connection deepens, I start to second guess using my new friend to learn how to control the toxins festering inside of me. I’ve been hiding in the dark for years, but Skyler’s aura is too bright to ignore, which terrifies me because one kiss could extinguish it forever.

Skyler

I’ve been an Air Fae for all of one week before I’m kidnapped, taken to another world, and forced to enroll in some kind of supernatural academy. Although, I have no one to blame but myself after I accidentally created a devastating tornado and sent it tearing through my hometown.It turns out I’m half-human, half-Fae, and I need to learn control. So, I’m biding my time, following the rules, but I don’t belong here. I’m determined to leave, and my only way home just might be an intriguing fairy prince who shows up late and keeps to himself. He’s an outsider like me, and if the rumors are true, then rightfully so.His kiss is poison, but I’m reckless, headstrong, and ready to tempt fate.

Oleander is book one in the Elemental Desires series. It is a standalone MM fantasy romance set in a college-aged supernatural academy for the Fae. You can expect a new world full of adventure, elemental-based magic, and evil supernatural creatures. This novel is intended for 18+ readers and contains explicit scenes, violence, and fighting. See Author’s Note for a full list of Content Warnings.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205393420-oleander

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My Review: 5/5 Stars

Skyler never knew he was anything but human until the day his magic released and caused a tornado in his neighbor. He then learns the truth when two Fae arrive to whisk him away. He is half-human, half-Fae, and it’s time to learn about who he is and his magic at Elemental Academy. And though he wants to learn more about this new power and where he comes from, he can’t forget about his mom back home. And he’ll do what he can to get back to her. Prince Oleander has shut himself away from everyone for the last five years. A first kiss leads to him nearly killing one of his best friends when his magic awakens, poisoning his friend. Luckily, his mother’s magic was able to save his friend but Oleander was shaken. He pulled away from friends and his own twin brother can’t seem to forgive him for had almost happened. But his mother will no longer let him hide. He will attend Elemental Academy and face his fears. What he never expects is Skyler. Skyler who shows no fear and his own magic protects him so well that he can actually touch Oleander. Together these two outsiders will find a place of belonging with one another and fall in love. Skyler and Oleander were so sweet together. A perfect match and balance to one another. And I loved this new world! This was such an interesting take on the Fae. They all have elemental magic, while there are traces of other supernaturals around, and a whole lot of Underworld beings as well. I really enjoyed getting to know this world and all the characters. And I seriously cannot wait for book two!

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.