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authorkristenelizabeth's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A great continuation of The Faerie Path series. This was definitely a bit faster pace-wise than the first book as it picks up from Tania and Edric coming back into the mortal world. I will say that the later half of the book is definitely more action packed than the first. I definitely enjoyed reading the escapes from the gray knights and how resourceful Tania becomes. I'll definitely be getting books 3 to 6 so I can read the entire series.
kristid's review against another edition
3.0
Tania and Edric return to the mortal world to locate Queen Titania, but that is the least of her worries. Her three day disappearance into the faerie realm, has left her parents in a whirlwind of despair and worry. There isn’t much surprise that when she returns home with a story of running off to find Evan that she is grounded. She may be in trouble with her parents but she still finds time to pursue the missing queen. Tania and Edric are able to locate the lost queen after they find that she is working for a law firm, but unfortunately she is away on business. Making contact with the lost queen takes a back seat when Tania’s sister appear in her bedroom and inform her of the doom that had fallen on the faerie realm. A doom that may crossing the realms to come after them.
The Lost Queen is book two of the Faerie Path. I did enjoy this second installment, but I felt that the story was a little rushed. Everything just happened so quickly, I think it would have been better if the plot would have been more drawn out. I realize that this is a fantasy but some of the actions and decisions that Tania’s mortal parents made seemed a little bit to convenient to the plot. I mean really, if I ran off for three days and asked my parents to go to Florida for two weeks, they would laugh in my face. This book may not be as complex as some other stories that involve faerie references, but there is a strong enough pull for me to want to read the next book in the series, The Sorcerer King.
The Lost Queen is book two of the Faerie Path. I did enjoy this second installment, but I felt that the story was a little rushed. Everything just happened so quickly, I think it would have been better if the plot would have been more drawn out. I realize that this is a fantasy but some of the actions and decisions that Tania’s mortal parents made seemed a little bit to convenient to the plot. I mean really, if I ran off for three days and asked my parents to go to Florida for two weeks, they would laugh in my face. This book may not be as complex as some other stories that involve faerie references, but there is a strong enough pull for me to want to read the next book in the series, The Sorcerer King.
jennifervu's review against another edition
4.0
The story is consistent and I didn't get bored out of mind. HOORAY!!!
Also, I love how this book recapped the events that occurred in the previous book.
Also, I love how this book recapped the events that occurred in the previous book.
snjluc's review against another edition
3.0
An interesting story line, but I wish it would move a bit faster. The time spent in Faerie seems secondary to the conflict in the story.
maddie_d_316's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
rodanoar's review
3.0
I felt that this book was better directed than the first one, especially regarding events. Most of them seemed to have a purpose, and the pacing was a lot more composed too. Actually, I felt a little frantic on the last pages, and I respect the author’s decision to end the book in the middle of the action, sort of like a cliffhanger. It isn’t one, but by the end of the book, it left the feeling that you need to know what happens next.
The action also felt a whole lot better, and the stakes felt higher, mainly because of the consequences that fall upon both the Faerie Realm and the Mortal World. I loved knowing more about Tania’s previous lives, and I would love to see them have more use than just being random fillers (but I feel like I’m being too hopeful), like being little clues to whatever they need to do next.
Also, Mama Tatiana is probably my favorite character just becauseshe is a boss bitch that isn’t afraid to drive her Black Lexus against a fence . I’m just saying.
Overall, I felt a little more growth in the plot. It got a little thicker,and I loved seeing Tania’s sisters coming to the Mortal World (it is not that brilliant or innovative, but I didn’t allow myself to have those expectations for this series). I’m also curious to know if Tania will bring her Earth parents to Faerie since her dad already smells something iffy about her.
So, I think it’s a great sign to know that I will, in fact, continue this series, even if it's just to know what happens next.
On the other side, it grinds my gears to see their teenage behavior. It’s so frustrating to see their miscommunication or the choices they make(like staying in Jade’s house? What the hell??). Also, everyone is being bombarded by evil knights that leave a path of destruction wherever they go, and that isn’t even talked about? No screams? No news? Nobody asking for compensation or seeing a bunch of teenagers breaking into other people’s properties?!?
I don’t know, some excuses or choices made to bring the plot forward seemed poorly done, in my opinion. I also think it’s due to the time it was written, but if this were more developed, I think these books would have the potential to impact more readers. But it is what it is.
The action also felt a whole lot better, and the stakes felt higher, mainly because of the consequences that fall upon both the Faerie Realm and the Mortal World. I loved knowing more about Tania’s previous lives, and I would love to see them have more use than just being random fillers (but I feel like I’m being too hopeful), like being little clues to whatever they need to do next.
Also, Mama Tatiana is probably my favorite character just because
Overall, I felt a little more growth in the plot. It got a little thicker,
So, I think it’s a great sign to know that I will, in fact, continue this series, even if it's just to know what happens next.
On the other side, it grinds my gears to see their teenage behavior. It’s so frustrating to see their miscommunication or the choices they make
I don’t know, some excuses or choices made to bring the plot forward seemed poorly done, in my opinion. I also think it’s due to the time it was written, but if this were more developed, I think these books would have the potential to impact more readers. But it is what it is.
amber_ams's review against another edition
Rereading a series I really liked when I was younger. Not as well written as I remembered, but I still love the story!
bookreader230's review against another edition
4.0
Better than the first, but a little bit creepy. And the covers stink.