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eesh25's review
4.0
Another long-time-coming review. Long enough that I won't be able to write a proper one unless I reread the book. What I remember from it is that I still really like the way Natalia Jaster writes. Her writing has a dreamlike quality to it, no pun intended. Also, I love Nicu. I loved him as a kid and I love him now as an adult who sees things with a beautifully innocent clarity.
I also really appreciate that even as Nicu has grown up, the author never tries to use that to make him "normal" or to underplay the things he struggles with. I also like the romance and the setting. And finally, this was a great way to end the series. Plus, I definitely appreciated more seeing Poet and Briar again.
I also really appreciate that even as Nicu has grown up, the author never tries to use that to make him "normal" or to underplay the things he struggles with. I also like the romance and the setting. And finally, this was a great way to end the series. Plus, I definitely appreciated more seeing Poet and Briar again.
krln's review
5.0
loved it, great ending to the series.
although i have to say the ending was a bit dragged out (which applies to every book in this series i guess). it was still really nice though. and also i dont get why nicu was the only one in the whole series who didnt have 1st pov.
other than that this is overall a great series:)
although i have to say the ending was a bit dragged out (which applies to every book in this series i guess). it was still really nice though. and also i dont get why nicu was the only one in the whole series who didnt have 1st pov.
other than that this is overall a great series:)
kishma_'s review
4.0
These books were so fun and this was a great conclusion. One of my favorite relationship dynamics is essentially represented by Nicu and Lyrik so I was all about delving into their story. I got exactly what I wanted from it :) I will miss these characters for sure.
kzbx's review against another edition
5.0
What a delightful ending to a beautifully written series!
Honestly, for me, this book was the best of the series. We watched Nicu grow from afar, and in this book he went from a boy to a man. Reading from his perspective gave him so much more depth, the last couple of chapters just tied everything up so beautifully, and we got to see all the characters we came to care for get all their happy endings together ❤
Honestly, for me, this book was the best of the series. We watched Nicu grow from afar, and in this book he went from a boy to a man. Reading from his perspective gave him so much more depth, the last couple of chapters just tied everything up so beautifully, and we got to see all the characters we came to care for get all their happy endings together ❤
wildfaeriecaps's review
5.0
Okay, this one was by far my favorite of the series. Loved it. Had a full range of emotional roller coaster. Perfection.
nite0wl29's review
5.0
Ever since I finished Trick, I was most excited to read Dream just to see how Nicu’s story ended. I wasn’t disappointed. Not in the least. Actually, I think this was my favorite book out of the series as it wrapped up everything in one emotionally beautiful book. That may be the understatement of the century though.
Natalia’s writing isn’t simply words on pages. She creates captivating worlds and complex characters, all I can safely say I equally adore. However, Briar and Poet + Nicu and Lyrik have to be my absolute favorite couples I’ve ever met. In my humble opinion they’re also the most underrated and that is a damn tragedy alone, which needs to be fixed.
I won’t go into spoilers. But I will say this book gave me everything I ever wanted for these characters I’ve come to love and cherish. And more! Each and every one gets the ending they deserve and I can’t say I could imagine anything I would’ve done differently. *cue the happy tears and lots of kleenex*
I will forever cherish this series. Now, before I move on to anything else I think I’ll read this again.
Natalia’s writing isn’t simply words on pages. She creates captivating worlds and complex characters, all I can safely say I equally adore. However, Briar and Poet + Nicu and Lyrik have to be my absolute favorite couples I’ve ever met. In my humble opinion they’re also the most underrated and that is a damn tragedy alone, which needs to be fixed.
I won’t go into spoilers. But I will say this book gave me everything I ever wanted for these characters I’ve come to love and cherish. And more! Each and every one gets the ending they deserve and I can’t say I could imagine anything I would’ve done differently. *cue the happy tears and lots of kleenex*
I will forever cherish this series. Now, before I move on to anything else I think I’ll read this again.
intheend's review
4.0
3.5 stars. There were times when I was just skimming to get through the story. The romance was spot on though.
readaroundtherosie's review
5.0
First, I'd like to acknowledge the genuine love I have for this series. Foolish Kingdoms began as one single novel in Trick, and we got to watch, over the years, as Natalia Jaster blew this world wide open, with science and magic and romance and angst and the constant slow burn and such beautiful atmosphere and writing.
I've been saying for years that reading Jaster's books is like finding my happy place, over and over. In Dream, the fourth and final novel, we get to see our precious Nicu come into his own person, prove he's brave, and strong, and capable, in so many ways. We get to love Lyrik, who's fragile, and so eager to leave rather than be left. One dreamer and one rouge, fighting to hate each other but can't help to love instead.
We get to watch the overarching story arc that's been building for four books come to a head, and see the entire ensemble interact in the best way.
We often see companion series end with a book that brings the entire cast together while also trying to introduce new characters. This can usually be pretty annoying- either the old characters take up too much space, or you just don't care about the new characters. Jaster has woven this series so wonderfully that having the entire ensemble in this last instalment detracts nothing, it only adds to the happy feels and just feels so right.
This book brings the entire series full circle, and honestly, it was practically perfection. I adored it. Hell, I plan to re-read this entire series over again just so I can bask in the beauty.
If you're a fan of romance, fantasy, passion, beauty, joy, and agnst, please please please do yourself a favour- get the ebooks, read them ASAP. Dream comes out February 21st!
I've been saying for years that reading Jaster's books is like finding my happy place, over and over. In Dream, the fourth and final novel, we get to see our precious Nicu come into his own person, prove he's brave, and strong, and capable, in so many ways. We get to love Lyrik, who's fragile, and so eager to leave rather than be left. One dreamer and one rouge, fighting to hate each other but can't help to love instead.
We get to watch the overarching story arc that's been building for four books come to a head, and see the entire ensemble interact in the best way.
We often see companion series end with a book that brings the entire cast together while also trying to introduce new characters. This can usually be pretty annoying- either the old characters take up too much space, or you just don't care about the new characters. Jaster has woven this series so wonderfully that having the entire ensemble in this last instalment detracts nothing, it only adds to the happy feels and just feels so right.
This book brings the entire series full circle, and honestly, it was practically perfection. I adored it. Hell, I plan to re-read this entire series over again just so I can bask in the beauty.
If you're a fan of romance, fantasy, passion, beauty, joy, and agnst, please please please do yourself a favour- get the ebooks, read them ASAP. Dream comes out February 21st!
lokipokey75's review
5.0
The most perfect ending to the Foolish Kingdoms series ever! Each installment gets hot and heavy, but the sweet and sexy relationship between the child-like Nicu and the snarky potioneer Lyrik made my heart soar. As always, top-notch descriptions, strong themes, and electrifying chemistry. Loved the seamless integration of all the couples from previous books in the plotline.
A truly magical finale to the best NA/YA series I've ever read!
A truly magical finale to the best NA/YA series I've ever read!
sionna's review
5.0
4.5 stars
Okay, so without spoiling anything from prior books -- this one is my second favorite in the series and I adore this couple. It also has a fantastic ending which I felt gave the series a feeling of closure. It made me happy, nostalgic, and gave me a yearn for more even while agreeing that there was nothing more I could ask for. It features all the main characters and brings the issue of Fools to a good close.
NOW, here there might be some minor spoilers for book 1 and 3, because I'll be talking about Nicu and will slightly touch on what happens to him and Lyrik in book 3.
I LOVE THEM. When I saw that Nicu was going to get a book I was whole-heartedly excited. I love that another character with a mental disability became a main character AND that he falls in love with another guy. Again, in this world there is no stigma on sexual preferences, so they don't have those trials to face, which was nice because they have enough in front of them as it is.
Nicu is the son of a famous Jester and is raised as royalty-- he is known as a Prince-- while Lyrik isn't royalty, but a inventor in Winter. Nicu is brave, kindhearted, a dreamer, and an actual cinnamon roll come to life, while Lyrik is hardened, pushes people away so he doesn't get hurt, and is the one who broke Nicu's heart, forcing him to finally grow up. This couple has history, both good and sad, and yet they can't stay away from each other. Their romance is sweet, adorable, and oh so painful. My heart!! This couple just hurt me so bad. I love them haha.
The story could be slow at times and occasionally I did forget the background story, but the couple and their budding romance more than made up for it.
Okay, so without spoiling anything from prior books -- this one is my second favorite in the series and I adore this couple. It also has a fantastic ending which I felt gave the series a feeling of closure. It made me happy, nostalgic, and gave me a yearn for more even while agreeing that there was nothing more I could ask for. It features all the main characters and brings the issue of Fools to a good close.
NOW, here there might be some minor spoilers for book 1 and 3, because I'll be talking about Nicu and will slightly touch on what happens to him and Lyrik in book 3.
I LOVE THEM. When I saw that Nicu was going to get a book I was whole-heartedly excited. I love that another character with a mental disability became a main character AND that he falls in love with another guy. Again, in this world there is no stigma on sexual preferences, so they don't have those trials to face, which was nice because they have enough in front of them as it is.
Nicu is the son of a famous Jester and is raised as royalty-- he is known as a Prince-- while Lyrik isn't royalty, but a inventor in Winter. Nicu is brave, kindhearted, a dreamer, and an actual cinnamon roll come to life, while Lyrik is hardened, pushes people away so he doesn't get hurt, and is the one who broke Nicu's heart, forcing him to finally grow up. This couple has history, both good and sad, and yet they can't stay away from each other. Their romance is sweet, adorable, and oh so painful. My heart!! This couple just hurt me so bad. I love them haha.
The story could be slow at times and occasionally I did forget the background story, but the couple and their budding romance more than made up for it.