Rating: 4.5🌈
Silent Knight was totally charming. Low angst, sweet, and huge on holiday spirit. It should make everyone’s holiday seasonal reading list.
Simon Russell has been a staple in these stories for a while. But what type of being or who he exactly is has never been stated. He’s always been the sunny guy who hangs around the receptionist desk, or goes off to handle whatever requests have been handed out by the Manor’s guests or it’s Owners. He’s a good natured, gorgeous guy.
As the Manor gets ready for its holiday season, it also prepares for the arrival of its latest employee, Snow leopard shifter,Archer Knight.
Archer was part of the Guardians seen briefly in Grin and Bear it. Now Archer’s been forcibly retired from the Guardians due to physical disabilities caused on the job. He’s been hired by the Maddox siblings to work security at the Manor.
Archer is one of the great characters in this series. A magical attack left him without the ability to verbally communicate and with a heavily scarred visage. Archer communicates with ASL. His background is not a happy one and is best left to the story.
Having his fated mate be Simon Russell , who comes from a large, loving family is perfect. And makes for a romantic relationship you’re going to love to read about.
The reveal about Simon’s true nature is part of their mating bond. One more terrific element.
Silent Knight, a reference to the mute Guardian Archer once was is a lovely book about finding love and family when you least expect it.
Blackhaven Manor is a series of short romances that keeps surprising me with the wonderful stories and great couples.
I’m highly recommending you look into the series if you’re not familiar with them already.
Blackhaven Manor Series:
✓ Purrfect Harmony #1
✓ Night and Fae #2
✓ Dragon It Out #3
✓ Grin and Bear it #4
✓ Pixie Little Liar #5
✓ Dead Over Heals #6
✓ Silent Knight #7
https://www.goodreads.com › showSilent Knight (Blackhaven Manor #7) by Arden Steele – Goodreads
Synopsis:
Being part siren isn’t exactly a secret, but it’s not something Simon Russel likes to advertise, either. He’s not ashamed of who he is or anything so dramatic as that. But people tend to treat him differently once they realize he can manipulate their emotions. Just once, he wishes someone could see him and not the demon within.
Enter Archer Knight, a former Enforcer and the newest guard at Blackhaven Manor.
Forced into retirement after a poorly executed mission leaves him damaged and disfigured, Archer figures he has a right to be a little bitter. With his scarred face and surly attitude, he’s not going to win any popularity contests, which suits him just fine, or so he tells himself.
Until he meets Simon.
Mix one not-so-chance encounter, a heap of holiday cheer, and a dash of misguided but well-meaning intentions in this recipe for Christmas magic. Season with love and serve with a side of awkward family get-togethers.
Don’t forget the marshmallows.
Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words 