First and Last
The Magical Sword Book Four
Urban Fantasy Romance
Length: Novel
Heat Level: Sensual
Price: $5.95
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One woman, one bond, one final battle … can even Nexi Jones defeat the deepest darkness of evil?
Meet Nexi Jones—Witch, Guardian and now, Lady of the Underworld. Embracing her new role, Nexi begins the task of changing a world led by darkness. But not everyone is happy to see her rise to power. Before long, a resistance within the Underworld is forming.
As the darkness begins to close in around her, Nexi’s magical abilities flourish in response—forcing Nexi to dig down deeper into her past to discover this source and why she was gifted with such incredible strength.
With her Guardian, Kyden by her side, Nexi will meet her greatest challenge yet as she begins to discover that fate might have been a bitch, but she was a bitch with a plan.
5 STARS – The Romance Reviews – TOP PICK
“You honestly can’t go wrong when you decide to read a book written by Stacey Kennedy. I have followed her Magical Sword series from the beginning, completely becoming involved and connected with Nexi and Kyden as they’ve fought against everyone and everything that threatened to destroy all they love. The ending to The Devil’s Kiss left me in a mess of tears as the emotional climax touched my heart and so I knew… I just knew with FIRST AND LAST being the last book in Nexi and Kyden’s journey, it was going to be nothing short of spectacular. I knew that Stacey knows how to write a powerful story filled with intensity and passion so why am I sitting here stunned, tears streaming down my cheeks as my heart tries to recover and put itself back together? FIRST AND LAST is by far her most powerful book yet and I can’t think of a better way to end the series.” Belinda
4.5 STARS – Night Owl Romance – TOP PICK
“The final installment to the magical sword series is an emotional whirlwind that will take you to the summit where pure love resides then plummet you into the depths where evil and darkness rule. The story unfolds at a fast paced, breakneck speed with unexpected plot twists around every bend. This book brought to life the meaning of friendship and family. These two themes are at the heart of my being and something that I always look for in the books I choose to read. Within the plot, the author also took a topic most rather not touch and created a scenario where it made it easy to read about. God and Satan are not easily placed within fiction, but Ms. Kennedy did a fabulous job of melding Nexi’s beliefs with that of “real” views in the real world. Add a few powerful demon lords and a witch with a mission and sizzling love scenes and you have First and Last-one hell of a action-adventure romance.” Talina
Joyfully Reviewed – RECOMMENDED READ
“Darkness has never been so evil as when ancient demons come out to play. First and Last has Nexi, Kyden, and everyone else at battle stations. I thought the last book in the series was heart stopping but I soon found out it was only a warm up for this one. Nexi is now the Lady of the Underworld and mated with her Guardian Kyden. Those two facts really don’t sit well with the demons of the Underworld. I expected the nastiness but I was totally not expecting the twists and turns that happened as Nexi tries to end the killing on Earthside again. I have had many questions about Nexi through this entire series and they were more than answered. I would never have guessed why or how Nexi became who she is. Reading the final battle scene had me ignoring absolutely everything around me until it was done. And how Nexi settled the Underworld problems, well I can’t tell you but it will amaze you like it did me I’m sure. First and Last brings the saga of Nexi Jones to a full circle in a spectacular way.” Joy
5 STARS – Fallen Angel Reviews
“Once again, Stacey Kennedy rocked it! Her Magical Sword series is laugh out loud funny with a plot that could only be created by a great imagination. Nexi’s spunk and sarcastic wit never fail to entertain and her sense of humor is always good for a laugh. From her opinion of a Brazilian wax, “don’t you dare leave me looking like a girl in a training bra!” to her demand, “it better get better than this” as Kyden recites his bonding vows, I couldn’t keep my laughter contained. I hate it that the series is finished, but I’m grateful that the Otherworld will live on through other characters I have grown to love. First and Last was engrossing and entertaining and lovers of the paranormal will surely adore this series.” Tara
5 STARS – The Romance Studio
“The conclusion to this extremely engrossing series surpasses all of my expectations and they were pretty high. The author kept me on the edge of my seat wondering if Nexi was powerful and dedicated enough to save the world. Her relationships with her friends in the Otherworld and Earthworld are developed even more fully and her relationship with Kyden grows and strengthens. The evil beings in the Underworld and their plans to take over everything made for a masterful plot. The addition of the Fae and a few other new characters including Satan himself made me wonder just who was going to win this final confrontation, and I am sure that you will be as intent as I was to find out what happens” Maura
4 STARS – Bitten by Paranormal Romance
“In the First and Last Nexi finds herself a new title and as the leader of the underworld, as she is struggling with learning about and leading the underworld she finds she has new powers along with new enemies, so you know things are going to heat up in battle. This is a good ending for this series and I must say I am very sad to see it go, so I am hope Stacey will come up with something, so we can read about this couple from time to time. If you’re a regular The Magical Sword reader don’t miss this book. Stacey did an excellent job with this whole series.
I loved the plot and the new underworld characters. I simply loved how Nexi and Kyden spent their honeymoon night OMG, it was hot. I enjoyed the fight Nexi has with the Devil and what came after that. Nexi accomplishes a lot for her underworld people. As far as Nexi’s cat Willow goes, there is a time that she is * clears throat* well how do I say it, the poor cat is totally in a compromising position, it was really bad, so bad, as I was reading I was laughing so hard I was crying. ” Laurie
When we stepped into the Council’s Hall, Talon, Zade and Brax sat in their throne chairs. Then, like on cue, the chatter started all over again. But, one voice clearly broke through.
“I need you,” Kyden’s voice purred in my mind.
Zia’s gaze immediately fell to him, then me, and she winked. I slammed up my shield quickly to keep her out. Some things she just didn’t need to hear, and I was only too happy that at times like this I could keep my mind private.
“I want to enjoy every square…”
Haven tapped her foot impatiently, and kept repeating, “So, tell us, what happened?”
As much as I tried to ignore Kyden, I shivered slightly, the heat of his words poured through me. No one ever mentioned this part of the bond. Apparently, after a long separation, once you were reunited, the need to join would overwhelm. Focus became a challenge.
“Mammon has taken over the Underworld.” Quinney said,
“We came immediately,” Misa called out.
Ryker’s voice was slightly louder than the rest. “Sabi had a vision, but we couldn’t get to you in time. Another Demon has been summoned.”
“I want to spread your legs…”
Oh, Jesus!
“Quiet!” I exclaimed. “All of you.” I glanced at Kyden and gave him a stern look. “You, too.”
He responded with a smile that was purely sexual, which sent a blast of desire to steal my breath. Good God, the man could undo me with a simple look.
The voices around me finally quieted.
I cleared my throat, demanded my body to give it a rest. “Ryker, thanks for trying to get to us in time.” He nodded at the acknowledgment. Then, I glanced to Sabi. “Are you okay?”
She nodded. “Just tired.” She looked it too, the visions always felt so weak. Good thing I could fix that. I stepped forward, took her hand and gave her a blast of Spirit to revive her. In an instant, color returned to her face.
With that out of the way, I looked at Quinney. “Now then, what was that you said?” “Mammon has summoned Asmodeus, the second Demon Lord.”
I pointed at Sabi. “Yeah, old news, but thanks for the warning.”
Quinney gave an appreciative nod and continue, “They have returned to the Underworld and taken it over.” She gave me a meaningful look. “All have sworn allegiance to them.”
Big surprise there.
“We came immediately,” Misa repeated herself.
“I want to feel you wrapped around…”
My cheeks flushed. Dear God! My body trembled and everything else quivered in response too. Heat built in places that should remain cold when surrounded by this many people.
Tyde gave me a curious look. “Is everything all right, Nexi?”
“I’m fine,” I answered, gave a wave of my hand to dismiss him. No, I didn’t need them all to know this. Moving along was the only way I was going to get through this. “So, Mammon is powerful again?”
Tyde nodded. “Extremely. He appears almost fully restored. The second we saw him, we knew exactly what happened, so before we had to swear allegiance to him, we came here quickly.”
“Asmodeus is still very weak, but it won’t take long. I have a suspicion that they will all soon return.” Quinney added.
She was right on the marker.
“We appreciate your loyalty to us.” Kyden said, no hint of desire in his tone. How in the hell did he do that? To me, he said, “Feel you warm, wet…”
I exhaled a deep breath as my entire body warmed with a need that was uncontrollable. I squeezed my thighs together, prayed I didn’t do something very embarrassing here.
“Have you discovered anything in the Diabolous Somes?” Azar asked.
I could barely speak. My stomach clenched with a wild hunger to be with Kyden.
“She has found something, yes, but we also have just discovered how to stop this.” Zia responded for me.
Bless her heart for saying something. There was just no way in hell I could answer anything right now. My throat felt tight, my mind centered on the throb between my legs.
“What has taken place?” Talon asked.
Zia explained the past events as Kyden continued to whisper enticing words to me. By the end of it, I could barely even stand, even squirmed a little. Haven eyeballed me as if I was out of my mind. Obviously, hearing of this crazy shit shouldn’t be arousing.
After Zia finished, Talon asked, “We need to do what?”
Zia nodded grimly. “You didn’t mistake what I said. Ember instructed us to let Mammon summon all the Demon Lords. It’s the only way to send them back to the Realm of the Dead and close it. They need to be together to do it, since that’s the way they entered the realm.”
“Rubbing along…”
I shivered, tried everything to keep my focus on Zia. I couldn’t look at Kyden. My control barely hung on, and if I met those light green eyes, I’d be a goner.
“But if we allow that, human lives will be taken.” Haven squeaked.
“I know that, but we don’t really have a choice, now do we?” I was horrified to note that my voice came out husky and deep.
Everyone’s gaze flashed to mine, clearly not understanding the tone of my voice. I smiled, embarrassed, and gave a nervous laugh.
Haven leaned forward and whispered, “Um, are you okay?”
I nodded. My face burned, red heat blasted my cheeks. Suddenly, it became quite apparent that I had been rubbing my thighs together. In front of everyone, too.
Dear God!
“Mmm…your body needs me…”
I forced myself to stop moving about, focused on my shield harder. I wanted, needed, to keep Kyden out. I put everything I had into it, held it firm.
“Craves and wants me…”
Shit! It didn’t work. I couldn’t block him out.
Everyone looked at me as if I was right off my rocker, as my breath became pants. Not only was this deathly embarrassing, but seriously, the desire running through me was unbearable and completely uncontrollable.
“Just continue,” I said urgently, desperate to think of something else.
Thankfully, Zade listened. “I suppose we don’t have a choice here. If it will ensure the Demon Lords will never return, this has to be done. We have a responsibility to finish this.”
“My cock begs for you…”
That was it. Without thought, I snapped my gaze toward Kyden, the desire that I had been trying to keep at bay flooded me. He looked equal parts amused and aroused. Unable to stop myself, I ran toward him. He picked me up, grasped me tight, and leveled me with a kiss that was desire at its best. He began to walk, the air breezed past as he hurried out of the Council’s Hall.
Talon cleared his throat. “Kyden…”
Kyden growled in response, never stopped our departure or kissing me.
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