A review by kenzbrandes
Fairydale: A Novel by Veronica Lancet

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

When Darcy O'Sullivan receives a letter revealing the identity of her late father-the man who left her orphaned-she's shocked to learn she's heir to a substantial fortune. To claim it, she must travel to Fairydale, a quaint Massachusetts town where strange happenings begin the moment she arrives. By day, she catches the eye of notorious Caleb Hale; by night, she dreams of the enigmatic Amon d'Artan. As Darcy navigates her new family, a growing romance, and a reality that feels increasingly uncertain, she must decide if this new life is worth the cost.

This is my second time reading Fairydale and I am even more awestruck than the first. There are SO many subtle foreshadowing moments throughout the book that you will only catch on the first read if you are careful enough to spot them. I love how this story is written with the answers basically handed out on a platter, but only when you realize they have been done so. Each layer of this story unfolds so beautifully through Darcy's dreams; it is fun to learn the truth as she is learning it as well and provides for some unreliable narration. While it may seem confusing at first, Veronica Lancet is able to weave the threads together to create an epic love story like no other. This is the type of book that will never leave you once you read it and will impact you from every day forward.

My heart yearns for a love like Amon -- one where he would do anything and everything to have one eternal love. I can't imagine what it would be like to have the love of your life die multiple times and have to wait centuries for each rebirth just to ensure in this timeline you both survive. I really appreciated Mr. Meow in the reread because he will NEVER let Darcy feel alone, even when she has no idea what she's missing. Their love is a gold standard for what we should all be looking for when we find our partners. Definitely read this book if you love complex stories that are emotionally devastating with intricate relationships between characters, it will change your life.

Fairydale is perfect for those that love:

dark gothic romance

multiple storylines / time jumps 
you call, I come 
touch her & die 
epic love stories
fated mates 
yearning

thank you to NetGalley and Atria for this eARC in exchange for an honest review!