Do you love fairytales? Well, The Black Lily puts a new spin on an old classic. Cinderella got turned on its head in the best way possible. The author has done a sublime job recreating on an old classic and adding her own unique spin.

Arabella is a tough woman, who has not had an easy life. She’s fearless and courageous. Instead of giving in, she has planned and vowed to change the status quo. Then there's Marius, our vampire prince and alpha hero who goes on the hunt for the woman who tried to kill him. Not because she tried to kill him, but because he wants more of the passion he found in their first kiss. The chemistry between these two was a sweet slow build and smoldering hot.

This story is rich in secondary characters. They were all exquisite, unique, well developed, and promise many opportunities for future books. I enjoyed all that were introduced and look forward to see how things develop and where they go.

OMG, the prologue is just gripping. It opens us up to what the world is like and how Vampires rule. The story is enchanting and memorable. I was on the edge of my set and couldn’t put The Black Lily down. The characters are fascinating, alluring, and gripping. The world building is outstanding, the story is well written, riveting and awe-inspiring. We are treated to a little mystery, action, adventure, heartache, and romance.

Truly, this is going to be a fantastic new series! Yes, it’s built on old fairy tales, but don’t let that fool you into thinking you will know how things end. I’m looking forward to the next installment.

Rated: 4.5 Stars

*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy provided by Entangled Publishing via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.

I intensely love this book! Kick-ass AND adorable!?!? I don't know how Juliette Cross pulled that off, but let me tell ya... SHE DID! I have only read one other book that turns childhood fairytales into an adult read, and in all honesty, I didn’t like it. There was something about adding adult situations into a “Disney” type atmosphere that didn’t sit well with me. The Black Lily is nothing in comparison to that previous read. It’s a darker, grittier tale with just enough of a nod to the tales of old to give the reader a sense of familiarity. Cross has crafted this tale of murder and justice with a side of whimsy into a phenomenal action-packed read. I am beyond excited to share it with you guys.

If you’re a fan of a warrior princess who wears adventure like a cloak, Juliette Cross is your author in shining armor!

5 STARS
Tanja

A fast paced, action packed, cat chasing the mouse tale, having this reader not wanting the story to finish for all the right reasons. I couldn't tear my eyes away from the vividly depicted happenings in each of the chapters. The strong leading characters of Arabelle and Marius were breathtaking to read. A story with sneaky, shocking twists and sentimental, heartfelt moments. Thrilling reading full of surprises and extraordinary characters. The secondary personas only added further depth to an already stunning read. A story not to be missed.
Review copy received from Entangled Publishing via Netgalley

The Black Lily will grab your heart and hold it with a vice grip from the very first words. It's also an utterly fascinating retelling of the Cinderella fairy tale unlike anything I've seen before. A vampire prince, a peasant girl, a ruler with a conscience, and a revolutionary.

The Black Lily ties paranormal romance with historical romance - my two favorite genres. Add the tie in to the classic fairy tales I loved growing up without being a literal re-telling of Cinderella, and it's the perfect combination. Juliette Cross writes exactly the kind of stories I love to read. I will always read whatever she writes!