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A review by ibara94
Crown of Earth and Sky by Emberly Ash
5.0
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!