Review: Barbarian's Heart by Ruby Dixon

 Happy Release Week!

Today, we are celebrating the beautiful special edition cover release of Barbarian's Heart by Ruby Dixon!

This pretty novella is Book 9 is Ruby's Ice Planet Barbarians series. 

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About the Book

The next novel in the Ice Planet Barbarians series, an international publishing phenomenon—now in a special print edition with a bonus novella!

The unthinkable happens when a devastating accident causes Pashov to forget his mate, but Stacy will do whatever it takes to make her family whole again. . . .

The first time I laid eyes on Pashov, we resonated. I was happy and in love, and we were raising a beautiful child together. All of that was torn apart when the world shook.

My mate nearly died.

He woke up from his coma . . . but he can’t remember me. Or our son. Every memory of the past two years is gone. And that changes everything between us. How can I love someone who doesn’t remember me?

How can I not when I know he’s still my mate underneath it all?

My Thoughts

This was a pretty tough read. Pashov had a head injury and doesn't remember his mate or his son. Stacy is heartbroken and wants Pashov's memories to return, and doesn't want to be with him until they do. This is frustrating for Pashov because he wants to be a good mate, but has forgotten everything from the time the humans first came to the planet.

I really thought Stacy was kinda selfish here. I mean, yeah Pashov has no memory of her but he has proof through his khui, the parasite that keeps him alive, healthy and matched to his fated mate. Stacy should love and accept him regardless. She’s fighting some demons of her own from the past, which is making the situation that much more difficult. 

The story is heartbreaking, but it’s also a tale of strength, perseverance, and resilience… and hot blue alien monkey love. 

It was tough to get through but definitely worth a read!

FTC Disclaimer: I voluntarily read a copy of the book generously provided by the publisher via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review. This in no way influences my thoughts or feelings about the book or the content of my review.

About the Author

Ruby Dixon is an author of all things science fiction and fantasy romance. She is a Sagittarius and a Reylo shipper, and loves farming sims (but not actual housework). She lives in the South with her husband and a couple of goofy cats, and can’t think of anything else to put in her biography. Truly, she is boring. Learn more at rubydixon.com