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3.75 AVERAGE
3.75 AVERAGE
The only reason I continued on to book two was that the author also wrote Bridge Kingdom and that the owner of Novel Grounds recommended the series.
C.L. Wilson, let me tell you, she's definitely one of the top fantasy romance writers out there, in my humble opinion. This book is a mixed bag for me though, as there's a lot going on, but it feels like not much is really happening. It's one of those reads that leaves me a bit unsure about how to rate or even how to feel about it.
However, there are definitely aspects that I enjoyed. First off, the worldbuilding is absolutely fantastic. It feels natural and immersive, not forced down your throat, which I really appreciated. Then there's the alpha male main character, who is incredibly well-developed. He's just... incredible.
The chemistry between our main couple is another highlight. Although their relationship moves a bit too fast for my liking, their chemistry is off the charts and I couldn't help but be drawn into their story.
On the downside, I wish the female main character, Ellie, had a bit more personality and agency. Hopefully, as the series progresses, we'll see her grow and take more control of her life, especially as she comes to accept her magic.
Overall, despite its flaws, "Lord of the Fading Lands" is a super engaging read, and I'm eager to dive into the rest of the series to see where the story takes us next.
However, there are definitely aspects that I enjoyed. First off, the worldbuilding is absolutely fantastic. It feels natural and immersive, not forced down your throat, which I really appreciated. Then there's the alpha male main character, who is incredibly well-developed. He's just... incredible.
The chemistry between our main couple is another highlight. Although their relationship moves a bit too fast for my liking, their chemistry is off the charts and I couldn't help but be drawn into their story.
On the downside, I wish the female main character, Ellie, had a bit more personality and agency. Hopefully, as the series progresses, we'll see her grow and take more control of her life, especially as she comes to accept her magic.
Overall, despite its flaws, "Lord of the Fading Lands" is a super engaging read, and I'm eager to dive into the rest of the series to see where the story takes us next.
I just couldn’t get past the “cartoon” evil mages and the “ick” factor of a 1000+ year old shapeshifter finding his true mate in a 24 yr old girl. While I loved all the Fey warriors, the main character was just not appealing
When you grow tired of the romantsy books that spend too much time explaining every little detail rather than telling you a wonderful story you have to figure out for yourself, read this series.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
UNDERHYPED‼️‼️‼️ This series is as amazing as ACOTAR and even better on some levels
Very different to the usual writing style I see the most of. Really enjoyed the language and world building, but I am starting to see some potential issues with plot development and pace.
3.5 stars - I know the series gets better as it goes on
I've read this series a few times now since its release. It's a pretty solid fantasy romance series, though I stand by my earlier feelings that this book ends really abruptly. Book 1 & 2 definitely feel like a book that split because of size, and no one cared to make the transition smooth. So if you think of them as a unit, it's a little better. I also think the series gets better once we get to book 3.
I like the depiction of the Fae in this book. The Fae here feel very LoTR vs ACOTAR, if that makes sense. There isn't seelie vs unseelie or any kind of courts. Instead we have a race that can control elements like earth, air, etc., that can run quickly, and sometimes produce Tairen Souls (a type of huge flying cat like shifter). I love how devoted they are to their mates, their culture of knives...just everything.
I like Ellysetta & Rain together, as long as we kind of gloss over the fact that he's literally 1000+ years older than her
I've read this series a few times now since its release. It's a pretty solid fantasy romance series, though I stand by my earlier feelings that this book ends really abruptly. Book 1 & 2 definitely feel like a book that split because of size, and no one cared to make the transition smooth. So if you think of them as a unit, it's a little better. I also think the series gets better once we get to book 3.
I like the depiction of the Fae in this book. The Fae here feel very LoTR vs ACOTAR, if that makes sense. There isn't seelie vs unseelie or any kind of courts. Instead we have a race that can control elements like earth, air, etc., that can run quickly, and sometimes produce Tairen Souls (a type of huge flying cat like shifter). I love how devoted they are to their mates, their culture of knives...just everything.
I like Ellysetta & Rain together, as long as we kind of gloss over the fact that he's literally 1000+ years older than her
Somewhat predictable but still enjoyable fantasy romp! I liked Ellysetta’s name better than about anything else. I’ve heard glowing reviews for the remaining books, otherwise I’d call it quits after this. Hoping the characters become more fleshed out and less stand-in puppets, which is honestly how they all seemed in this. I’d read these roles before, and I knew how they’d react basically from the second they were introduced. Relying on tried and true character types isn’t *bad*, per se, but I’d expected more.
I’d heard the first book was a slow build and that’s definitely true. Hopefully the next book really picks up! I am invested in where this goes, especially, like I said, in seeing the characters step out of the lines they’re very clearly drawn from.
I’d heard the first book was a slow build and that’s definitely true. Hopefully the next book really picks up! I am invested in where this goes, especially, like I said, in seeing the characters step out of the lines they’re very clearly drawn from.
slow-paced
mysterious
tense
slow-paced