"Prince and Pawn" was an absolutely wonderful book, and once again, I'm in awe of Tavia Lark's skills at writing a book that seems to have been precisely tailored to all my tastes, my favourite tropes and my preferences. 

Audric and Corin's romance stole my heart: although Bellamy and Rakos will probably remain my absolute favourites, these two had me in a chokehold from start to finish. This book was both an emotional rollercoaster, full of angst and bitterness and sweet, sweet pining, and a wonderfully romantic, gloriously kinky one. The chemistry between the two protagonists was truly palpable, from their very first, very explosive meeting. I loved them together, so damn much, but also individually they're unforgettable protagonists. 

Audric was a huge surprise, and I LIVED for his more base and possessive side; he's also unexpectedly, and quietly, funny and so damn swoony. Seriously, where does one find an Audric? *cries* 
Corin was equally surprising, and equally lovable: I loved being in his thoughts and I loved how, slowly but surely, he gained more and more confidence. 
I also found him so relatable: his struggles with his health were so realistic and I really felt close to him. Once again, I really have to applaud Tavia Lark for this: I really appreciated seeing a character who, like Bellamy before him, struggles with a chronic illness, and constantly feels like his body has betrayed him in some way. Because yeah, same. I felt really close with both of them.

Audric and Corin's romance was truly one of a kind, and I adored their dynamic so damn much. Audric was SO devoted to Corin, and I seriously thought I would die of cuteness: I loved how helplessly whipped he was for his tiny lover, and I LOVED how he'd be quite happy to set the world on fire for him. 
And their dynamic in bed? Absolutely priceless (and so damn hot). The kink portrayal was fantastic and I feel like I need a dozen more kinky fantasy books to make up for my book hangover now. 

I'm so so so curious about the next arc in this series! We've met the next book's protagonists (and I'm already crazy about them), but I'm sooooo hoping Lucien and Emile will have their own shot at being protagonists and finding love with a Draskoran (since we're moving there for the next arc). Lucien's so hilarious, and Emile's iconic: I'd sell some of my vital organs for them.
Anyway, regardless, I'm sure I'll devour whatever Tavia Lark will write next.