The Enchanter's Heart (The Ellwood Chronicles #4)
Published January 29th 2020, Kindle Edition 328 pages
The long-lost magic brings doom…
We’ve been living in the shadow of the enchanter prophecy since my magic was released, and it seems that the darkness is finally closing in. There’s chaos everywhere; Brinnswick has become a war zone. The human and magical communities are doing everything in their power to save us, but it isn’t enough. Our enemies are countless and more powerful than anything we’ve ever seen.
The country has been in turmoil since the berserkers awakened an evil power, and somehow, my magic is connected to it. Ailin doesn’t know yet that the last time this magic was released in our realm, my ancestors sacrificed one of their own in order to keep the evil at bay. I have no doubt that he would burn the world around us in order to save me, but what if my sacrifice could save the world? I don’t want to leave him—he’s the best thing that’s ever happened to me—but if my death can guarantee his life, and the lives of our coven, then I’ll do whatever it takes to keep them safe.
The Enchanter’s Heart is the fourth and final book in The Ellwood Chronicles and is a continuation of Sebastian and Ailin’s story. It contains explicit material and is intended for mature adults 18 years of age and older.
User Reviews
Rating: really liked it
I must admit that I felt bittersweet while reading the last book in this series. I got attached to snarky Ailin and strong yet vulnerable Sebastian, Ellwood siblings, Julius, Emrys, Toby and all the others who stood against common enemy and fought in the war. There were heart-wrenching moments, sweetness and romance, bloody and gory fights as well as simple courage. I loved how magical community protected humans who had absolutely nothing to do with the prophecy, how they gave it their all.
Sebastian finally came into his powers and figured out how to use them, and together with Ailin and their family he set out to fulfill the prophecy. I enjoyed their search for the truth, their struggles and how they held each other up when it was too hard to go on. The last part was full of surprises. There was a twist I didn't see coming, and I was really worried about how it will end. I liked how the author put the past ghosts to rest, how the burning questions got answered and how the end offered a new beginning for the entire Ellwood clan. Wonderful finale! I can't wait to read the spin-off series! Younger siblings are a riot! Copy received for my honest and unbiased review
Rating: really liked it
Everyone needs their vitamin
I procrastinated on reading this because I knew it was the end of this amazing, wonderful series and that it was going to put all of my emotions, and soul, through the wringer. Was I right? Yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely! “Coven, den, whatever you want to call it, you’re a part of mine and I’m a part of yours...” This family, I love and adore each and every one of them and I really want to be a part of it and have a Bonded of my own. What a beautiful gift, it brought tears to my eyes. Just saying that Toby breaks my heart, and I can’t wait for his story. The kids, who really aren’t kids, well, that’s why gray hairs exist, and I just want to protect them all.
Emrys and Jules “But any place I go with you will feel like home.” I love, love, love these two and am so happy to visit with them again. Ailin and Seb make me laugh with their squabbling. I can’t get enough of it. Plus, they are both so sexy when they show their powers but it’s also beautiful seeing them meld together. Gah, the bond these two have. There aren’t enough words to describe how happy and how much it makes me feel. BTW, I’m so with Seb on spiders. *shudder* Also, A is scary when angry, but grrr, his anger is so deserved.
After an intense, fierce battle and some heartbreaking, hair raising scenes that had me biting back screams but always counteracted with a foundation of love, this is an amazing book and series that I will always revisit as one of my go-to reads. The worlds that Michele Notaro weaves with her words is outstanding. The creativity and magic never fails to leave me speechless. My only question is how long do I have to wait for the next book? An epic conclusion to a phenomenal series that everyone should read.
Rating: really liked it
Sometimes, when I read about Sebastian and Ailin, I forget than they, and their family, are not real people, and Brinnswick is not a real place. I feel so much for them that my heart hurts a bit everytime they hurt, and I can't help but smile stupidly at the screen when they're happy.
I love this book, and it was a perfect ending to the Ellwood Chronicles, but also ... Thank god for spin-off series. I can't wait for my boy Thayer's story, he deserves all the good things.
Rating: really liked it
Rating: 4 stars
I thoroughly enjoyed the conclusion to the series. I just have a couple of minor gripes that brought my rating down a bit. First, I think the war went on way too long. Actually in thinking about it, the author did a good job portraying the frustrations of being on the losing side of a war that shows no sign of ending. It was just frustrating and heartbreaking to read. And speaking of heartbreaking, I was heartbroken over the conclusion to the war and the loss of innocence that came from it. I saw what was coming a mile away and it still broke my heart when it happened. That’s not to say that we didn’t get a satisfying HEA for Sebastian and Ailin. I thought the overall conclusion to their arc was great. I also would have liked a couple of chapters written from Emrys and Julius’s perspective at the end. We know how they ended up; I just wish we could have read it from their side of the story. All in all, it was a great ending to the series, and I am highly anticipating reading the spin-off series.
Rating: really liked it
Well... That was fa**ing anticlimactic.
How the heck that story went from 3 books in a row ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "i didn't sleep last night" to "Booooooring war ala Middle Ages. Skip. Skip. Skip. Skip. WTF happened with the author!?"
I wish I never started that last book. It was completely different from the rest of the series and a complete disaster.
Definitely disappointed!
Rating: really liked it
This series was so much fun and such a journey ✨✨
Laughter, tears and excitement ❤️
Rating: really liked it
I really liked this series. The characters are very lovable and the story was good.
I will definetely be waiting for the spin off about the kids!
Rating: really liked it
LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVED this story even if now I’m pretty sad the series has come to an end 😢 I’ll miss you guys but I’m looking forward for the spin off series 💫🧙🏻♂️💚
Rating: really liked it
Ailin, Sebastian and their coven are in a middle of a war against the berserkers.
While they have to fight in this war, they also must discover what’s happen to Sebastian and how to figure out the prophecy without losing his life in the process.
And that’s it, the last book of the Ellwood Chronicles is finally out.
Ailin and Sebastian are going to live the most important moments of their life. They know that and they try to be ready as possible, but nothing is that simple, they must make difficult choice in order to save the world.
The book was fabulous, full of love and action. I cried a lot, I won’t lie, I practically cried during my entire read, I was so caught up in the story.
The book end this series and it did it very well. Michele Notaro surprised me, I didn’t see the end coming and she just make me cried harder.
I never liked the ends of series, most of the time, the final book is bittersweet for me, but not this time, it was a beautiful story, the author makes sure to didn’t let things unanswered and I really appreciated that particularly.
Even if I will miss the guys like crazy, I’m ready to discover another story or adventure from Michele Notaro!
Rating: really liked it
I loved this series so much, I hate to see it end.
yes I know there is a spin off but it will never be the same, anyway full review to come soon.
Rating: really liked it
Hm... interesting
Rating: really liked it
The Enchanter’s HeartPure magic! A bittersweet ending filled with so much emotion. These characters pulled at my heartstrings and left a lasting impression that I’ll never forget.
Rating: really liked it
The Enchanter's Heart!An epic conclusion and the payoff was worth it in every way to this 4 book series!
Total Rating: 4.7 Stars out of 5
Rating Review Rollout:
(1) Blurb vs Story matchup: 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
(2) Character Development: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(3) Danger/Drama/Thrills/Chills: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(4) Editing/Proofreading: 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
(5) Entertainment Value: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(6) Feeling the Words: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(7) Flow of the Story: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(8) Keeps my Attention: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(9) MC Appeal: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(10) MC Backstory: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(11) MC Chemistry: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(12) MC Love Connection: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(13) Plot Worthiness: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(14) Sexy Sex Scenes: 3 🌟🌟🌟
(15) Wrap Up of Loose Ends: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Rating: really liked it
Just....Wow! This is a series that has to be read in order and those who are fans, will be blown away by the final book.
There is so much going on, right from the start, but everything holds and flows really well together. We get to enjoy several characters POV but mostly stay with Sebastian and Ailin. With how much they both go through, it's necessary to follow the story through their eyes but it does help having different perspectives and understanding in certain events.
Following on from Witch's Blood, there is so much destruction with the Beserkers raining down chaos around Brinnswick and Arronston. There is another evil force at play though and our MC's struggle to catch up and find out what it is. The Ellwood family truly come together in this book, bringing their love and strength to each other, especially in times of need. Ailin remains true to self and carries the weight of the world on his shoulders and with so much happening, it becomes an issue with him needing to save everyone, stop everything and stay a step ahead of the enemy.
Even with so much going on (battles, magic, fear, death) there is always time for tender moments between the Ellwoods and even a laugh once in a while which definitely helps to balance the story and make things more manageable for the characters and the reader. Emotions run high throughout the whole book and the author has perfectly conveys everything. I felt right there with the characters, experiencing the highs of love and the lows of loss and war.
Cannot recommend this series enough! Michele Notaro has provided a perfect send off for Seb and Ailin though I'm hoping to hear from them again in the future :-)
Rating: really liked it
Wow. Just... Wow. Mind blown.
The three previous books have been leading up to this final one. War is here. Seb and Ailin are fighting for their lives, the lives of their family and the lives of their world. And it all hinges around a prophecy that is written about Seb. Ailin, his family, Emrys an a few others have also been sucked into the prophecy through proximity to Sebastian and now they have to fight like never before.
The long lost magic has resurfaced and it's taking aim directly at Sebastian, intent on killing him and enslaving the world. Sacrifices will be made, people will die, but who will ultimately fall, the evil beings intent on conquering and destroying the world or will the Ellwood Coven be destroyed, and with it the entire world of Brinnswick?
Definitely read the prior books first and then hang on to your hats, have tissues and strong drink or your cuddle blanket near by coz this book is gonna put you through the wringer before the story ends.
This book finished the series off with a bang!
