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3.78 AVERAGE
3.78 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
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:
Yes
I received the ARC from NetGalley and the publisher, and I'm thankful for it. This is my honest review.
Crown of Earth and Sky was an easy read, I felt like the pace was fast, but not too fast. The world-building was solid and it wasn't hard to follow. Veyka, the main character, was interesting to read, and even though she had severe trauma and PTSD, and she had her own ways of dealing with her issues. At first she seemed extremely self-destructive, but I loved how we actually got to see some real growth and growing strength of her character. The MMC also proved not to be a black and white, but rather grey. The amount of smut is quite there in this book, so be prepared.
While it wasn't a 5 stars book for me, I still give it a solid 4. It was a good opening to the series, ending on a cliffhanger and I am planning on continuing the series for sure.
Crown of Earth and Sky was an easy read, I felt like the pace was fast, but not too fast. The world-building was solid and it wasn't hard to follow. Veyka, the main character, was interesting to read, and even though she had severe trauma and PTSD, and she had her own ways of dealing with her issues. At first she seemed extremely self-destructive, but I loved how we actually got to see some real growth and growing strength of her character. The MMC also proved not to be a black and white, but rather grey. The amount of smut is quite there in this book, so be prepared.
While it wasn't a 5 stars book for me, I still give it a solid 4. It was a good opening to the series, ending on a cliffhanger and I am planning on continuing the series for sure.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
slow-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
I really wanted to enjoy this series. The storyline was really good. But holy shit, the main chatacters only care about fucking each other... Like geez stopppppp.
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
Well that ended up being miles better than I expected it to be. I wasn't entirely sure when I first started it whether or not I'd like it, but ultimately I devoured the last half. The way it was written to allow bits and pieces of the main characters given to the audience at once despite being first person from both of their perspectives was honestly masterful. Well done, incredibly spicy, and overall made me excited to move forward with the rest of them.
I devoured this book!
There are two main classes of fae - Elemental, who can control the elements, and Terrestrial, who are either flora - controlling plant life - or fauna - being able to comunicate and control animals, or even shifters. Long ago, the Ancestors brought about peace, and instituted that one Elemental and one Terrestrial would share the rule of Annwyn, ruling from the Elemental city of Baylaur.
Arthur was always meant to be king, a just ruler who cared for his people and would have brought about an era of peace and prosperity. Instead, he is cruelly cut down by human assassins, and Annwyn is forced to look to his twin sister as the next Elemental heir. The only problem is Veyka has no interest in ruling. Her only aspirations are revenge for her brother and a quick death.
I was so intrigued by Emberly's take on fae magic, and how their society was structured. I relished each glimpse into how Annwyn was shaped and craved more. I can't wait to find out more about the home of the terrestrial fae, as well as further history and legends of the whole world.
The character growth and friendships formed were so rewarding. Dual POV shared between Veyka and Arran provided great insight and plot development, and I didn't favor one over the other. I loved getting a chance to see inside both their minds, and I'm so looking forward to getting to stay with them throughout this series. Plus, their chemistry was off the charts!
I've already (lovingly) started pushing this series toward friends, because I have theories and ideas, and cannot wait to discuss them! Highly anticipating the second book, and hoping this book finds its way to a large audience, because it is so deserving of it!
Thank you to the publishers and Emberly for the ARC through NetGalley!
There are two main classes of fae - Elemental, who can control the elements, and Terrestrial, who are either flora - controlling plant life - or fauna - being able to comunicate and control animals, or even shifters. Long ago, the Ancestors brought about peace, and instituted that one Elemental and one Terrestrial would share the rule of Annwyn, ruling from the Elemental city of Baylaur.
Arthur was always meant to be king, a just ruler who cared for his people and would have brought about an era of peace and prosperity. Instead, he is cruelly cut down by human assassins, and Annwyn is forced to look to his twin sister as the next Elemental heir. The only problem is Veyka has no interest in ruling. Her only aspirations are revenge for her brother and a quick death.
I was so intrigued by Emberly's take on fae magic, and how their society was structured. I relished each glimpse into how Annwyn was shaped and craved more. I can't wait to find out more about the home of the terrestrial fae, as well as further history and legends of the whole world.
The character growth and friendships formed were so rewarding. Dual POV shared between Veyka and Arran provided great insight and plot development, and I didn't favor one over the other. I loved getting a chance to see inside both their minds, and I'm so looking forward to getting to stay with them throughout this series. Plus, their chemistry was off the charts!
I've already (lovingly) started pushing this series toward friends, because I have theories and ideas, and cannot wait to discuss them! Highly anticipating the second book, and hoping this book finds its way to a large audience, because it is so deserving of it!
Thank you to the publishers and Emberly for the ARC through NetGalley!
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was a well-done remake of Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, also known as the Quest of the Holy Grail. Many characters were named directly from the original story, and the extra characters were given their own names. The story follows King Arthur's sister, who becomes Queen in her brother stead, and has to find out who plotted to murder her brother. Well, also keeping the rest of her court alive and throughout the adventures of this book, she manages to not only pull Excalibur from the Stone, meet Merlin, and put together her knights of the round table, she also managed to find her mate, and come to terms with a number of issues from her past, along with the guilt she held over hea my brother's death.
This is book one in a series, so I will be keeping my eye out for the next book to follow the adventure.
This is book one in a series, so I will be keeping my eye out for the next book to follow the adventure.
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated