REVIEW: Guarded by Lark Taylor (Hopeless Blessed #3)

- August 27, 2025

GUARDED

Hopeless Blessed - Book Three

by Lark Taylor

Release Date: August 27, 2025

Review

My heart - these two - just wrap them up in all the goodness.

Jeremiah, poor tortured demon. The timing wasn’t great, tasting freedom for the first time and finding your mate. But he was such a good de-man, and patient. Loved everything about him.

Noah, an Angel with some trauma, he couldn’t be expected to react any differently. How do you trust after you have spent centuries having your trust and self-worth destroyed?

But by Satan they build something beautiful, and the way they show up for each other will restore all faith in ‘humanity’. It’s a slow burn, but fated or not, these two choose each other, and it’s entirely swoony.

I adore this world that Lark has built. Not just the characters but the underlying worldview of religion, politics, and humanity. They’re a brilliant writer who captures my attention entirely and makes me want to read the books over and over.

Ps - there was no Seb, so I’m a little sad about that, that stabby guy needs to be in every book!

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Synopsis

Your fated mate is supposed to be your other half. The one you’re destined to be with.

If that’s the case, why did mine run away from me?

Noah

I spent centuries wasting my love and attention on someone who didn’t want me. I had to leave my angelic unit to break free of his hold.

Now, with the Seraphim, I’m finally happy. My ex is in my past, and I’m looking towards my future. One where, if I’m lucky, I’ll meet my fated mate. The one who is meant to complete my soul. There won’t be any question as to whether he wants me or not. That’s what fate has led me to believe.

But that’s not what happens.

The demon who’s meant to be mine takes one look at me and flies as hard as he can in the other direction. It’s a reminder of what I’ve been through in the past.

I’m done chasing men who don’t want me.

So, when Jeremiah realises his mistake and comes grovelling, I’m not in the mood to listen. Why should I, when every time I let someone in, I get hurt?

But I’ve underestimated just how stubborn demons can be. Little by little, Jeremiah erodes the walls I guard myself with.

I just wish I knew if I could trust him with my heart.

Guarded is a thrilling angel x demon MM PNR romance. The third in the Hopeless Blessed series, each book follows a different couple. While they can be read as standalones, they are best enjoyed in order.

About Lark Taylor

Lark lives with her family in southern England. An obsessive romance fan, she loves nothing more than a Happily Ever After – especially if there’s a good plot and a hefty amount of spice along the way. When she’s not reading or writing, she can be found hiding from adult life in escape rooms, travel and the MCU. As a Bi woman with OCD, Lark is a fervent supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community and an advocate for mental health awareness and support.

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