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3.77 AVERAGE
3.77 AVERAGE
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
The storyline of this book was unique (which a lot of new romantasy books are lacking), so that was enjoyable. I finished the book in a couple days, because I just wanted to know what was going to happen. That said...
This is the most toxic relationship I've ever read. Holy smokes. I did not find the MMC charming/alluring at all. There was also way more gratuitous smut than I expected.
This is the most toxic relationship I've ever read. Holy smokes. I did not find the MMC charming/alluring at all. There was also way more gratuitous smut than I expected.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Gore, Infertility, Mental illness, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Murder, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child abuse, Confinement, Cursing, Death of parent, Pregnancy
Minor: Suicide
Decided I wasn't ready to invest 30 hours into a book. Will probably circle back.
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is one of my favorite love stories of the year. Standing ovation for Veronica Lancet.
Fairydale follows orphan Darcy O'Sullivan as she learns that her biological father, who she has never met, has passed away. With a sizable inheritance at stake Darcy travels to her mysterious hometown, Fairydale, for his funeral. In addition to a a large sum of money, Darcy hopes to learn what she can about her past and how she ended up orphaned despite having a wealthy father.
When she arrives in Fairydale she immediately notices that the people are a bit odd. Strange occurences begin to happen inculding deaths under weird circumstances. During Darcy's stay she begins to fall for one of Fairydale's men, Caleb Hale, who helps her to unlock the sensual side of herself. Despite her feelings for Caleb, she begins having dreams of a nobleman Amon d'Artan. Soon Darcy finds her self mixed up in the nefarious and mysterious happenings in Fairydale along with her involvement in her unconventional love triangle.
Fairydale is a slightly gothic, paranormalish, dark fantasy romance with elements of mystery. The plot is revealed as Darcy learns things leaving the reader as confused as she is as the story progresses.
The character work in this novel is exquisite. Veronica knows how to create both loveable and hateable characters keeping you turning the pages to make sure your favorite characters are ok and that the villians get their comeuppance. The FMC Darcy is both strong and vulnerable as she comes into herself as the story progresses. The MMCs Caleb amd Amon are strong, broody, touch her and you are unalived kinda guys.
The twists and turns in this novel were top notch. It was a fun and engaging read throughout. This is a spicy read as well as dark at times so check your triggers and jump in. This is a phenomenal story and all around good time if your enjoy fantasy romance or romantasy give Fairydale a read.
I received this as an E-ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This review was left voluntarily.
Fairydale follows orphan Darcy O'Sullivan as she learns that her biological father, who she has never met, has passed away. With a sizable inheritance at stake Darcy travels to her mysterious hometown, Fairydale, for his funeral. In addition to a a large sum of money, Darcy hopes to learn what she can about her past and how she ended up orphaned despite having a wealthy father.
When she arrives in Fairydale she immediately notices that the people are a bit odd. Strange occurences begin to happen inculding deaths under weird circumstances. During Darcy's stay she begins to fall for one of Fairydale's men, Caleb Hale, who helps her to unlock the sensual side of herself. Despite her feelings for Caleb, she begins having dreams of a nobleman Amon d'Artan. Soon Darcy finds her self mixed up in the nefarious and mysterious happenings in Fairydale along with her involvement in her unconventional love triangle.
Fairydale is a slightly gothic, paranormalish, dark fantasy romance with elements of mystery. The plot is revealed as Darcy learns things leaving the reader as confused as she is as the story progresses.
The character work in this novel is exquisite. Veronica knows how to create both loveable and hateable characters keeping you turning the pages to make sure your favorite characters are ok and that the villians get their comeuppance. The FMC Darcy is both strong and vulnerable as she comes into herself as the story progresses. The MMCs Caleb amd Amon are strong, broody, touch her and you are unalived kinda guys.
The twists and turns in this novel were top notch. It was a fun and engaging read throughout. This is a spicy read as well as dark at times so check your triggers and jump in. This is a phenomenal story and all around good time if your enjoy fantasy romance or romantasy give Fairydale a read.
I received this as an E-ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This review was left voluntarily.
Think Bridgerton vibes but Gothic fantasy with magic, monsters, and a whole bunch of mystery. Following Darcy to Fairydale to attend a funeral to a father she’s never known was an interesting start to a story to say the least. All the twist and turns that happen once she arrives was entirely shocking to me. I had no idea it would have taken the turn it did. I was royally confused a lot of the begjnning of the book. Once it begins to come together I was super interested in finding out what was actually happening and why. Fated mates, forgotten past and unexpected monster romance? Sign me up.
dark
mysterious
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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:
Complicated
Lol this is my very first 6/5 star rating it was the best read and my favorite love story
dark
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
love love love this book! i for some reason thought it was going to be like once upon a time where these characters are fairytale characters but i’m so happy it wasn’t like that. this story was super complex but i loved every moment of it. the concept of reincarnation was pretty cool and i loved all the magic involved in the story. i’d love to read a continuation of their story back with their child.
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
If you'r thinking about reading this? Just don't.
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A