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zarakhan1983's review against another edition
5.0
Wow
Absolutely amazing read cant wait for the last book. this is one book i dont want to end i will miss the characters when its over but i have a feeling Michelle is not quite done yet so look forward to the next book
Absolutely amazing read cant wait for the last book. this is one book i dont want to end i will miss the characters when its over but i have a feeling Michelle is not quite done yet so look forward to the next book
m_j_w's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
tense
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
4.25
storyteller86's review against another edition
5.0
In the Faerie Games, it’s kill or be killed. And I’m going to survive, no matter what the cost.
Who will win the next Emperor of the Villa competition? Will I tell Julian that we’re soulmates? And most importantly—will Julian, Cassia, and I defeat Octavia and make it out of the Games alive?
I’ll do whatever’s necessary to survive. Because I’m Selena Pearce—raised by the leaders of Avalon, born of a powerful witch and a faerie prince, and gifted with magic from Jupiter.
And I’m not going to let fear control me any longer.
Magical.
I have loved Michelle Madow’s Dark World series since I have read The Vampire Wish years ago. I didn’t think that I could fall in love more with this series. I should have known, Michelle Madow knows a way to draw you into the story and to keep on reading. Dark World is the type of book where it’s hard for you to pull away, there is always something happening, and as a reader, you want to know what’s going to happen next. I loved The Faerie Games from the start, and each book has me craving for me and wanting to see who would win the games, and what would happen if Selena and Julian are the last two left; will they have to fight against each other? It’s the questions that you cannot help but wonder about while you are reading the book. The Faerie Mates was filled with action from the start until the end of the book. That ending, I knew there would be a twist coming towards the end, but even I didn’t see that coming. Now, I am eager to pick up the next book and see what happens with Selena and Julian; if they will succeed.
I love the relationship between Julian and Selena, it’s no wonder that the two of them are soulmates. I love that no matter what happens in the games and how hard it can get, they are always there for each other, taking care of one another. From the beginning, I have been rooting for them to make it in the games, defeat Octavia, and be with each other. I should know that it would not go the way that they planned. I hope that they succeed on the quest and can be with each other without any more issues. However, I have a feeling that they are about to face more challenges on the way. I did wonder the reason why they were sent on that particular quest, and that ending, it made sense behind it. Let’s hope that Julian and Selena make it to the end.
Octavia, that was not a character I liked. I don’t think that the character anyone liked. The worst part, it seemed as if nobody could defeat her. The way that she tortured Cassia before she killed her, I was afraid that there was a chance that she would win. I wonder if she would be killed at some point or not. Another character I disliked was Felix; there was something off about him. I didn’t trust him. It seemed that he had everyone fooled, including Octavia. Yet, somehow he managed to convince almost everyone that he was on their side. Every page in The Faerie Mates had something happening, and I kept on turning the pages because I couldn’t seem to stop; I wanted to see how it would end, who would win the games. I’m eager to see what Selena and Julian will have to face next.
Who will win the next Emperor of the Villa competition? Will I tell Julian that we’re soulmates? And most importantly—will Julian, Cassia, and I defeat Octavia and make it out of the Games alive?
I’ll do whatever’s necessary to survive. Because I’m Selena Pearce—raised by the leaders of Avalon, born of a powerful witch and a faerie prince, and gifted with magic from Jupiter.
And I’m not going to let fear control me any longer.
Magical.
I have loved Michelle Madow’s Dark World series since I have read The Vampire Wish years ago. I didn’t think that I could fall in love more with this series. I should have known, Michelle Madow knows a way to draw you into the story and to keep on reading. Dark World is the type of book where it’s hard for you to pull away, there is always something happening, and as a reader, you want to know what’s going to happen next. I loved The Faerie Games from the start, and each book has me craving for me and wanting to see who would win the games, and what would happen if Selena and Julian are the last two left; will they have to fight against each other? It’s the questions that you cannot help but wonder about while you are reading the book. The Faerie Mates was filled with action from the start until the end of the book. That ending, I knew there would be a twist coming towards the end, but even I didn’t see that coming. Now, I am eager to pick up the next book and see what happens with Selena and Julian; if they will succeed.
I love the relationship between Julian and Selena, it’s no wonder that the two of them are soulmates. I love that no matter what happens in the games and how hard it can get, they are always there for each other, taking care of one another. From the beginning, I have been rooting for them to make it in the games, defeat Octavia, and be with each other. I should know that it would not go the way that they planned. I hope that they succeed on the quest and can be with each other without any more issues. However, I have a feeling that they are about to face more challenges on the way. I did wonder the reason why they were sent on that particular quest, and that ending, it made sense behind it. Let’s hope that Julian and Selena make it to the end.
Octavia, that was not a character I liked. I don’t think that the character anyone liked. The worst part, it seemed as if nobody could defeat her. The way that she tortured Cassia before she killed her, I was afraid that there was a chance that she would win. I wonder if she would be killed at some point or not. Another character I disliked was Felix; there was something off about him. I didn’t trust him. It seemed that he had everyone fooled, including Octavia. Yet, somehow he managed to convince almost everyone that he was on their side. Every page in The Faerie Mates had something happening, and I kept on turning the pages because I couldn’t seem to stop; I wanted to see how it would end, who would win the games. I’m eager to see what Selena and Julian will have to face next.
city_of_velarhys's review against another edition
1.0
If you really want to know what I think of this unoriginal, copycat series, read my review for Faerie Pawn. I'm only writing this to add something else to that review.
As mentioned in my previous review, in Big Brother, the Head of Household (HOH) usually cannot compete in the HOH competition that follows the one they won. But when it gets down to the last few players, they MUST compete in a three-part competition. Winner of part 1 is safe and doesn't have to compete in part 2. In part 2, the losers compete. Then in part 3, the winner of part 1 competes against winner of part 2, and the winner gets the big prize. In Faerie Mates, the Emperor of the Villa (EOV) usually cannot compete in the EOV competition that follows the one they won. But when it gets down to the last few players, they MUST compete in a three-part competition. Winner of part 1 is safe and doesn't have to compete in part 2. In part 2, the losers compete. Then in part 3, the winner of part 1 competes against winners of part 2, and the winner gets the big prize.
Every time another rip-off appeared in these books, it completely took me out of the reading experience and made me roll my eyes, just as it did with the 2nd book. Luckily, the last book seems like it will be slightly different since the competition ends at the end of this one.
If you're considering spending WAY too much money on this book or the first 3, do yourself a favor and just go watch the last few episodes of any season Big Brother, and you'll know exactly what happens. Feel free to read Torrence's chapters though since those haven't been ripped right from a reality show. Well... at least not one I've seen.
As mentioned in my previous review, in Big Brother, the Head of Household (HOH) usually cannot compete in the HOH competition that follows the one they won. But when it gets down to the last few players, they MUST compete in a three-part competition. Winner of part 1 is safe and doesn't have to compete in part 2. In part 2, the losers compete. Then in part 3, the winner of part 1 competes against winner of part 2, and the winner gets the big prize. In Faerie Mates, the Emperor of the Villa (EOV) usually cannot compete in the EOV competition that follows the one they won. But when it gets down to the last few players, they MUST compete in a three-part competition. Winner of part 1 is safe and doesn't have to compete in part 2. In part 2, the losers compete. Then in part 3, the winner of part 1 competes against winners of part 2, and the winner gets the big prize.
Every time another rip-off appeared in these books, it completely took me out of the reading experience and made me roll my eyes, just as it did with the 2nd book. Luckily, the last book seems like it will be slightly different since the competition ends at the end of this one.
If you're considering spending WAY too much money on this book or the first 3, do yourself a favor and just go watch the last few episodes of any season Big Brother, and you'll know exactly what happens. Feel free to read Torrence's chapters though since those haven't been ripped right from a reality show. Well... at least not one I've seen.
tallyvauthor's review against another edition
5.0
Okay, now this is a book I want to see as a movie.
The gore, body horror and violence were not what I was expecting but damn was I RIVETED. Honestly, skimming past the challenges was a good idea despite the fact that they were definitely my favorite part of this series. I loved the politics of the Games and the soulmate twist was a total hunger games but who am I to judge?
To future me:
The gore, body horror and violence were not what I was expecting but damn was I RIVETED. Honestly, skimming past the challenges was a good idea despite the fact that they were definitely my favorite part of this series. I loved the politics of the Games and the soulmate twist was a total hunger games but who am I to judge?
To future me:
Spoiler
this story starts with them in the trials. Terrance is off on a quest with an annoying bloke, Sage and Thomas. They got the staff that they need but must return it in 30 days or else they will be forced to spend forever on an island with a creepy perverted old hag. The book ends with Selena and Julian having to go off on a Quest to find the wand (dun dun dunnnn) (which is totally not the same staff that Sage has btw.)To prove that they deserve to win the Faerie Games.onemassivereader's review against another edition
4.0
Interesting turn of events.
As this book started I thought "oh no! It's turned into a sex book. Not even a good sex book" as it happens, I was wrong (about the sex) it was still very much the hunger games but I'm pleased the way the story progessed, enough that I'll read the next one.
As this book started I thought "oh no! It's turned into a sex book. Not even a good sex book" as it happens, I was wrong (about the sex) it was still very much the hunger games but I'm pleased the way the story progessed, enough that I'll read the next one.
meu_lan's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
It's really hard to read this series since they do a lot of crossover with the author's other books and I've never read them
lettiedc's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
thebooksuccubus's review against another edition
5.0
Let the games continue, not only in the Coliseum but at the villa as well. Its seems like everyone is out to save their own skin but is the some that Selena can trust. This is where everyone must so their true colors with it coming to an end. As for Torrence and their mission thing start of great but when things get bad decisions must be made and every choice could change your life. Full of action, romance and secrets that will keep you captured in Michelle's world she has built.