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thepagelady's review
5.0
Of Legends and Roses fantasy romance novel full of mystery and it's an absolutely fantastic story! The writing is fantastic and the characters are all done wonderfully! I honestly can't think of one thing that I didn't like about this book! From the very first chapter I was hooked! I started reading it at 8 in the morning and thirteen and a half hours later I was finished! I can't wait to read the next book! Such an amazing start for a new series!
atrailofpages's review
4.0
This story follows Queen Rosemary who has been ruling as queen for the last year ever since her parents died from a disease called Atroxis. While having suitors thrown at her by her advisors to find the next king consort, she is trying to navigate being queen, and do what she can to take of her sisters and kingdom. One day she is almost assassinated, but is saved by Prince Gryffin, who happens to be the next suitor she is to meet and she is rather drawn to him, especially with all his talk about the legendary Talents who used to have magic. Another assassination attempt is made and Rosemary realizes someone is trying to hurt her and she needs to find out who and why, while also trying navigate court life of being queen, getting to know Prince Gryffin and fighting her feelings for her best friend Zeke.
This is a unique fantasy with some political intrigue. Rosemary is very close with those who work in the palace and you can see she really cares about the people and wants to do what is best for everyone. I really enjoyed her relationship with her sisters, and her "friendship" with Zeke(I mean let's be real here, there's more going on here). I did adore Zeke though! I mean such a charming cutie! The world is also interesting with the legends of people who used to have magic and were called Talents who created each of the kingdoms today and each had their own unique talented ability. There was not much touched about them, but I'm expecting to learn more in the next book.
My only issue with the book was the strange etiquette. I mean Rosemary is very informal with the people, which is fine to an extent, but as a queen, some of the things she did and people allowed I thought odd...like allowing Zeke into her bedchambers and speaking to him alone....yah not sure about that, but they're just friends, right? There were just little things like that that seemed a bit contradictory.
Overall, I really did enjoy the story, and the ending was quick and fast-paced, I am curious to see how the story continues. Thank you to the author for sending me free gifted copy of the book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 3.5/5 stars.
This is a unique fantasy with some political intrigue. Rosemary is very close with those who work in the palace and you can see she really cares about the people and wants to do what is best for everyone. I really enjoyed her relationship with her sisters, and her "friendship" with Zeke(I mean let's be real here, there's more going on here). I did adore Zeke though! I mean such a charming cutie! The world is also interesting with the legends of people who used to have magic and were called Talents who created each of the kingdoms today and each had their own unique talented ability. There was not much touched about them, but I'm expecting to learn more in the next book.
My only issue with the book was the strange etiquette. I mean Rosemary is very informal with the people, which is fine to an extent, but as a queen, some of the things she did and people allowed I thought odd...like allowing Zeke into her bedchambers and speaking to him alone....yah not sure about that, but they're just friends, right? There were just little things like that that seemed a bit contradictory.
Overall, I really did enjoy the story, and the ending was quick and fast-paced, I am curious to see how the story continues. Thank you to the author for sending me free gifted copy of the book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 3.5/5 stars.
bellebookcorner's review
4.0
“Loss is fickle like that. You suddenly remember the small details.”
A great debut fantasy romance book with politics between kingdoms and a young queen torn between following her duty or her heart.
The plot is quite interesting, the politics part doesn't bored me out and written in a way that keeps me interested and informed of what's going on.
The pacing is pretty well with well developed characters.
Being a queen in such a young age, Rosemary still need a lot of time to learn. The readers can see her thoughts and dilemmas when trying to make the right decision for her kingdom.
At first, her character seems to changes a lot which confuses me but later on I found out the reason why and everything started to make sense.
Despite it all being good, I kinda wish there's more information or exploration regarding the magic and the Talented people.
Perhaps, we'll see more about it in the second book.
Overall, it's a great start for a fantasy series. Unique world building with likeable characters as well as some action scenes near the ending which is a nice touch to the story.
I have a really good time reading this and I'm looking forward to read the sequel in The Crowned Chronicles series.
Actual rating: 3.5⭐
A huge thank you to Ashley W. Slaughter for giving me this digital copy of the book and also to R&R Book Tour for allowing me to be a part of the book tour!
A great debut fantasy romance book with politics between kingdoms and a young queen torn between following her duty or her heart.
The plot is quite interesting, the politics part doesn't bored me out and written in a way that keeps me interested and informed of what's going on.
The pacing is pretty well with well developed characters.
Being a queen in such a young age, Rosemary still need a lot of time to learn. The readers can see her thoughts and dilemmas when trying to make the right decision for her kingdom.
At first, her character seems to changes a lot which confuses me but later on I found out the reason why and everything started to make sense.
Despite it all being good, I kinda wish there's more information or exploration regarding the magic and the Talented people.
Perhaps, we'll see more about it in the second book.
Overall, it's a great start for a fantasy series. Unique world building with likeable characters as well as some action scenes near the ending which is a nice touch to the story.
I have a really good time reading this and I'm looking forward to read the sequel in The Crowned Chronicles series.
Actual rating: 3.5⭐
A huge thank you to Ashley W. Slaughter for giving me this digital copy of the book and also to R&R Book Tour for allowing me to be a part of the book tour!
lizsbookreviews21's review
5.0
Queen Rosemary was definitely a delight. I love how independent she was and how she was stuck to making her decisions for her country. She was such an AMAZING woman, and I love how we got to see into her brain. Being 19- she was definitely relatable for me since I am the same age, which is always an amazing element when reading a book.
Zeke and Rose have an amazing relationship and the chemistry is so evident so early on. But because Zeke cannot provide as a King, Rose pushes her feelings down and away to find a suitor who fits the criteria. And out pops Gryffin.
I could SENSE the negativity from him. He seemed too good to be true and too nice. He was super invested super so quickly. Although, I love how he evolved throughout the novel. He definitely becomes a great character towards the end.
Zeke and Rose have an amazing relationship and the chemistry is so evident so early on. But because Zeke cannot provide as a King, Rose pushes her feelings down and away to find a suitor who fits the criteria. And out pops Gryffin.
I could SENSE the negativity from him. He seemed too good to be true and too nice. He was super invested super so quickly. Although, I love how he evolved throughout the novel. He definitely becomes a great character towards the end.
mistysbookspace's review
5.0
Thank you to R&R Book Tours for allowing me a spot on the tour and to the author for providing me with an ecopy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
After reading the synopsis for this book I was intrigued. I thought it sounded like something I would enjoy so I signed on to review it. I wasn't expecting to be drawn in so much by this book. This is a YA fantasy with some romance. Honestly, I loved everything about this book. The characters, the world building, the writing it was all amazing. Every time I picked this book up, I didn't want to put it down.
There was a reveal in the end that I was totally expecting but that didn't take away from my enjoyment of the book at all. All of the characters were well fleshed out and my favorite was Zeke. I need more of Zeke please.
I don't want to say anything else because I don't want to spoil anything. If you love YA Fantasy Romance, then you should definitely give this a go. You won't want to put it down.
happily_undignified's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
5.0
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I thoroughly enjoyed this fantasy tale. Rosemary was an caring, fun queen and her relationships with her friends and staff was so sweet. The Prince was a compelling character and moved the story along well with his mystery and motives. I loved the concept of the Talents and caught myself daydreaming about which one I would like to have. Of Legends and Roses is a great fantasy that I read in one sitting!
I thoroughly enjoyed this fantasy tale. Rosemary was an caring, fun queen and her relationships with her friends and staff was so sweet. The Prince was a compelling character and moved the story along well with his mystery and motives. I loved the concept of the Talents and caught myself daydreaming about which one I would like to have. Of Legends and Roses is a great fantasy that I read in one sitting!
therearenobadbooks's review
5.0
A first-person fantasy romance novel full of mystery, great politics, and smart strategy.
Queen Rosemary ascends to the throne after her parent's death. A year later, her advisers are focused on finding her a husband and Rose must suffer the visits of many suitors whom she declines... until Gryffin (from a neighbor kingdom) arrives.
Torn between the love for her childhood friend Zeke whom she can't marry, and the novelty of Prince Gryffin's presence, Rose must decide for the future of her people. But this choice is not what threatens her family and kingdom. War may be at their door soon.
Rose is a strong-born leader who doesn't ignore her emotions but has no doubt that her choices will have consequences on her people. I praise her sense of responsibility. We have access to her thoughts and dilemmas but also her strong and quick decisions.
All the chapters are very well written consistently in style and mood. Whether it's a fun scene between friends or kin, a council discussion, or a party, the author has us enthralled in a great storyline.
Also, the author is very careful to keep the readers well informed. We never lose track of who is who or what they do.
There is a lot of action that keeps us turning the pages. I'm very curious to read the next volumes, for this one ends with a lot of promises.
Also, Rose's sisters are very interesting. Can't wait to see what they or the Talented can add to the plot.
p.s - Hazel is a character who warms my heart.
It's an empowering series that I strongly recommend.
Queen Rosemary ascends to the throne after her parent's death. A year later, her advisers are focused on finding her a husband and Rose must suffer the visits of many suitors whom she declines... until Gryffin (from a neighbor kingdom) arrives.
Torn between the love for her childhood friend Zeke whom she can't marry, and the novelty of Prince Gryffin's presence, Rose must decide for the future of her people. But this choice is not what threatens her family and kingdom. War may be at their door soon.
Rose is a strong-born leader who doesn't ignore her emotions but has no doubt that her choices will have consequences on her people. I praise her sense of responsibility. We have access to her thoughts and dilemmas but also her strong and quick decisions.
All the chapters are very well written consistently in style and mood. Whether it's a fun scene between friends or kin, a council discussion, or a party, the author has us enthralled in a great storyline.
Also, the author is very careful to keep the readers well informed. We never lose track of who is who or what they do.
There is a lot of action that keeps us turning the pages. I'm very curious to read the next volumes, for this one ends with a lot of promises.
Also, Rose's sisters are very interesting. Can't wait to see what they or the Talented can add to the plot.
p.s - Hazel is a character who warms my heart.
It's an empowering series that I strongly recommend.
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