Very sorry for posting this late! I received this ARC from Negalley on October 20 together with Corpse Walker: The Night Parade from ARC both provided by Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op. Thanks so much.

It is always a breath of fresh air for me when I read books not usual on the genres I read. Sometimes, SciFi & Fantasy really gives me a curiosity on how the authors form a masterful story.

This installment follows Arlo, a fey who is living in a world where marriage is arranged or set up. He was supposed to marry already but was sent to rescue his soon to be wife's sister. This led him to discover things about himself, his life.

I loved how the author was able to narrate the story with different POVs where I as reader was not made confuse of ( actually this was my problem with some of the books I have read. ).

This book is a treasure and I hope with this review other people pick this book. :)

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Dioscuri is a fascinating blend of legend, mythology, and history. Plus just the right amount of popular culture, I felt major Men of Letters from Supernatural vibes with our human characters plus their various references to films allowed me to remember it's set in 2002. It is definitely not overdone, only inserted as an aside by one nerdy character. If you're familiar you will see subtle (and not so subtle lol, hi Dioscuri twins) references to Greek, Chinese, Japanese, English, Celtic, and Hindu mythology and folklore.

Kimie definitely puts her own spin on the classic "species" of various worlds; the Fey are what you'd expect and not. There are references to demons, imps, and elves but also gods and goddesses and even just simple ghosts. There are different planes of existence but a lot of interaction between them. I love the trope of "Humans are ignorant Except for this select group of super smart and awesome people that know everything"; Hunters/Men of Letters, S.H.I.E.L.D., U.N.I.T., etc. S.M.O.K.E. and M.I.R.R.O.R.S follows but I do wish they had an easier moniker to type out!

Overall, I liked it and would suggest it for anyone interested in a low to mid fantasy adventure with some mystery. It's a fairly quick read and although it is connected to her first Infernal Aritifacts book, Corpse Walker, it can absolutely be read as a standalone.

Review of Dioscuri: Secrets of the Fey

Dioscuri: Secrets of the Fey is a mesmerizing read that will leave you questioning the very fabric of the world around you. The intricate world-building and layered storytelling are nothing short of spectacular, drawing readers into a realm that feels both magical and eerily plausible.

The author has a remarkable talent for weaving a narrative that keeps you second-guessing at every turn. The twists and secrets are masterfully unveiled, making this a book that’s impossible to put down.

I am thoroughly impressed and can’t wait to explore more works by this author. If you’re a fan of immersive fantasy with a thought-provoking edge, this is a must-read.

Das Buch ist einfach nur UNGLAUBLICH. ICH LIEBE LIEBE LIEBE ES!! Danke für das Rezensionsexemplar!!!

Another page turner from Kimie and continued world building. Connections are made between this book and Corpse Walker yet they can both be read as standalone novels and you won’t feel as though you’re missing anything. I love that different mythologies are being explored in the books and in such a way that you don’t need to know the background of the mythology beforehand. If anything these stories make you want to learn more about them. This installment not only had me eagerly turning the page it also made me cry and that is the mark of a very well written story.

Set across multiple realms staring with the Fey, to Earth and the Underworld, this story is a true adventure that keeps you turning pages. Arlo the main character has been plagued with nightmares and when sent on a mission for the Autumn Queen, he realises nightmares can come true. A beautiful, exciting tale and I can’t wait for more.

The fantasy races are colourful and well through through. The majority of the characters were relatable and likeable (though there’s a few I did not like and that’s ok - they were villains - we ain’t meant to like them).

As always with this series, there’s still unanswered questions which I hope will come soon. I can’t wait to read the next installment.

I’m sorry to hear about Twix :(.

Thanks Netgalley and publisher for this ARC.
I requested 3 books by the same author and having not enjoyed the first one much I was dreading reading the following two, well, I was wrong! This was a great read, I don't think readers need to go through the first Infernal Artifacts book necessarily (but please do as you might have a completely different opinion than myself) as even though there are a few ties with that one this feels like a new book featuring the Fae and a new storyline, lots of POVs, I connected to the characters, there is still violence but it was a much better fantasy read overall.
4 stars

Gosh where to start!

This is the first book I read in the Infernal Artifacts series, and while it is the second release. I certainly did not feel like I missed out. I will be going back to read The Corpse Walker though.

NOW - What a fun book! It was exciting and fast paced. Dioscuri: Secrets of the Fey melds lore from all over the place and takes the reader on a mysterious ride through past, present, and future. We follow Arlo, a fey-warrior as he discovers everything he believes he knows about himself is wrong. He is landed right in the middle of an inter-agency war. Kimie takes us on a wild ride, where the fey, elves, imps, humans, etc. are all colliding in search of the items that can help bend fate in their favor. While as I was dying to know what Arlo truly was and what it meant for the story, I still felt like the author didn't make me work hard enough for it. I'm sure he has not reached his full potential, but he just came into power so quick...where's the struggle?!?!

I love that in the Q&A Kimie relates that she has this story planned out so that you can enjoy these as a collection, if read in order of release or you could choose to read the individual series without missing details. I will definitely be going back to read the first release of this collection. Overall I felt this was a solid read. Not overly complicated, but also the cliffhanger didn't leave me wanting in the way I feel like a great book should.

Thank you #NetGalley and Steely Co. Publishing

Originally, I was unsure of how the second book would correlate to the first book as the themes were totally different. I went into this book thinking it would be a sequel, however, towards the end there was a lot of scenes from the previous book that came up. I’m really amazed with how Railynn ties the two stories together, can’t wait to read the rest of the series!

Gosh, this series is so fun and ties in lore from all over. I went into this right after Corpse Walker and initially was wondering where the heck the story was going but somehow she managed to effortlessly tie back into the foundation laid in book 1 even though this story takes place decades later. The continuation of familiar characters' stories was very well done while also passing the torch to the newly introduced characters that are just as loveable. It's like Men In Black but instead of aliens, make it demons and ghosts and other supernatural beings.

I loved this, a new favourite author. Great characters and an intricate story. I loved the complexity and twists and turns. Great read. Thank you to the author. Thank you to #netgalley and the publisher for an ARC.

These books are really well written. I love Ralynn's imagination of connecting this story in a full circle where the characters overlap after they form their story of past, present, identity and future. I'm so glad that at the end of these books, the characters are connected to each of the Demons that escaped from the underworld. I'm not sure how they will connect to maintain or even face the bigger "villians" but it's definitely a fun read.

In this book, you meet the fey clan and a human that is the Key to the Book of Fate. He doesn't know he is and was taken when he essentially died. His wife was an elf and once the Fey saved him, they took him to their realm, glamoured him to believe that he was born there, wiped his memory of anything previously and childhood recognitions. Example, he never wonders why his family doesn't have any photos of him growing up. The Fey Queen is using him for knowledge and intel to try and see if accepting him will help them learn where the Book of Fate is. Within the read, there are connections to the Corpse Walker, the underworld and who the artifact is within this book. the artifacts have transformed into humans. Without giving too much away, It is a good read. But definitely start from the beginning.

A wonderful mix of the real world and fantasy, where there are deeper hidden currents of evil and disaster coming, that none see. And let us not forget the secrets that not only could end all worlds but those that surround our main character. A great, fun read.

I loved the second book in this series! It follows a paranormal plot interwoven with history, which are two of my very favorite things. It involves a secret agent, ancient objects, and a Fey warrior. He has dreams and connections to a woman he doesn't recognize... and her significance to the entire story unfolding. I LOVE a good dream connection, and this one was even better than the first!

After reading the first book, I was eagerly looking forward to Dioscure: Secrets of the Fey, and guess what? It did not disappoint! The story pulls you right back into the fascinating world of the Fae, with even higher stakes and deeper mysteries. The author’s writing is engaging, and the plot is packed with action and emotion.

I especially loved how the main character’s dreams tied into the larger story, keeping me hooked until the very end. This book was every bit as good as the first, if not better, and now I can’t wait to see what’s next in The Infernal Artifacts Collection. A fantastic read!

The worl building was incredibly interesting and multilevel!

I absolutely love that we got to hear more about Arlo's story and background. The amount of magic, myth, danger, action and relationship that this book had really just made Arlos story so much more interesting.

The writing style in this book is just so fun and easy to read and really ties everything together. And some of the side characters were absolutely my favorites! I loved how this book worked as a standalone but it also leaves so much room for the next books about the other artifacts.

100% would recommend this book!

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher as well as the author for an advanced reader copy.

If you love Paranormal / Fantasy books, you may be interested in this one. Ralynn Kimmie has done a superb job in creating Dioscuri: Secrets of the Fey.
Wether you are new to the series or not, Dioscuri is easy to navigate and follow, it wasn't until the end when I was reading about the author, she actually creates these books so that if you are new to the series, no matter what book you pick up first, you are able to easily follow the story and characters within. It follows the main character Arlo, and what his life is like. He has unimaginable nightmares but not all is ehat it seems.
The plot twists in this book is not something I would have originally thought, and let me tell you, It is good!! She's done a really good job in describing the world within the book, and you will not be able to put it down as you will want to keep on reading to see what is happening next! I can't wait to read more in this series.

Dioscuri: Secrets of the Fey was a great follow up to Corpse Walker: The Night Parade! I love that we got to see more of Finn Quartermaine. Those who read Corpse Walker will enjoy all of the nods to the book while those who haven't still have a full story they can submerge themselves into without feeling lost. I managed to devour this book in one sitting! I just couldn't put it down. I love Ralynn Kimie's storytelling and I'm so excited for the next installment because I have no idea what's to come but I know it can't come soon enough.

I was able to quickly develop an attachment to many of these characters, particularly Freya and Halina. The Elves and their portraits especially fascinated me and I found the Elven King's curse to be really sad.

While I am left with many questions regarding what the future of The Infernal Artifacts will hold, I know this is only just the beginning and I can't wait to continue the journey!

I received this book VIA NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review. Thank you to the author and the publisher for the opportunity!

I was immediately invested in this novel and I believe it's because of that Fey element. Not heavy with the Fey, or historical fiction but they work well together, this merging of fantasy and history. The author has done an incredible job of creating this complete world that edges on real life experiences and historical events with a twist.

The plot line is a little complicated but easy to follow, we do swap between worlds and travel between worlds but again, easy to follow. This novel is linked to the first book of The Infernal Artifacts Collection, however you do not need to read the Corpsewalker to fully engage with this novel.

Action packed and really just starting to get the collection going, this novel is truly worthy of 4 stat's.

This book was haunting and intriguing from the beget beginning. I really enjoyed the character development and the twists.