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words_and_dreams's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Sweet, fast paced fantasy romance.
'For Lia Ashmore, the only thing keeping her grief and guilt in check after an accident nearly killed her little sister, May, are her recurring dreams of Riven, a shadowed man who's become her confidant, a pleasant escape from the pain of reality.'
May is taken by the Unseelie, the dark Fae so Lia desperate to save her, travels to Faery. There, she is shocked to realise that Riven is real, he's not human, and in fact, he's the King of the Forest Fae. He strikes a bargain with her. He'll help her save May in exchange for what he wants: Lia as his consort.
As well as being a fantasy romance with fairytale elements, this also dealt with loss, guilt and grief. This is something the author does well in her other works, gives the characters real issues to deal with, that we can relate to despite the fantastical settings.
I liked her interpretation of the Fae, and King Riven reminded me of Thranduil from the Hobbit movies and Jareth the Goblin King. Lia was a relatable heroine and I understood her actions throughout the story. I also fell for Sigurd, who is of a dubious nature so was super excited to learn he will be getting his own book. 🥰💕
'For Lia Ashmore, the only thing keeping her grief and guilt in check after an accident nearly killed her little sister, May, are her recurring dreams of Riven, a shadowed man who's become her confidant, a pleasant escape from the pain of reality.'
May is taken by the Unseelie, the dark Fae so Lia desperate to save her, travels to Faery. There, she is shocked to realise that Riven is real, he's not human, and in fact, he's the King of the Forest Fae. He strikes a bargain with her. He'll help her save May in exchange for what he wants: Lia as his consort.
As well as being a fantasy romance with fairytale elements, this also dealt with loss, guilt and grief. This is something the author does well in her other works, gives the characters real issues to deal with, that we can relate to despite the fantastical settings.
I liked her interpretation of the Fae, and King Riven reminded me of Thranduil from the Hobbit movies and Jareth the Goblin King. Lia was a relatable heroine and I understood her actions throughout the story. I also fell for Sigurd, who is of a dubious nature so was super excited to learn he will be getting his own book. 🥰💕
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Kidnapping
Minor: Violence
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