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There's a lot to unpack here. We definitely take a bit of a darker turn.

The author is certainly not afraid to kill off characters, and given this book contains a set of deadly trials and cannibal children, we lose many. I really liked the aspect of us being in the POV that was watching the trials, a nice departure from always being in them.

I'm a sucker for the found family trope, and I think the author did a great job of it in this book. Especially with lyrastra, I loved her character. And beks, of course. I liked the magic system. It's interesting to have a fire wielder that can be harmed by her own flames.

The romance moved a lot faster than I was expecting it to, but that's to be expected when there's only one bed plus fake dating. We have set the characters up for some development going forward as draven is a terrible communicator, and Morgan has many walls up. I'm looking forward to seeing them grow together and strengthen their bond.

The ending almost made me happy cry (IYKYK), and I'm excited to get back to the camelot plot line.

I received an advance review copy of this book, and this review represents my honest opinion. Thank you to netgalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.

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As the second installment in the Blood of a Fae series, this book beautifully expands on the world and characters introduced in the first. Morgan’s journey continues as she navigates the treacherous court of the Siabra, and her growth is both compelling and relatable. The “enemies to lovers” trope plays a significant role, especially in her tumultuous relationship with Draven, filled with passion and conflict.

Boleyn’s writing shines as she delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and self-discovery. The richly crafted plot is layered with intrigue, keeping the stakes high and the tension palpable. Each character, including Draven’s sister and the court’s inhabitants, adds depth and complexity, making this a thrilling read. The pacing is well-balanced, ensuring that the twists and turns are both surprising and satisfying. Overall, Court of Claws is an exciting continuation that sets the stage for even more dramatic developments in the series.

This book took me forever to get through. The fmc is not my favorite and I feel like she was way too hot and cold. I’m going to continue the series but it isn’t really a high priority with how let down I am with this book.

Let's paint a picture... this book, me and sitting and reading it all in one go... Captivating and awesome

This does everything a second book should, set up for an epic war. There were a couple of things that I didn't like as a reader, such as the miscommunication trope and I wanted the slow burn to turn into a raging fire a bit quicker. I'm getting some ACOTAR vibed from this one but unfortunately, I found the characters started to grate on me quite a bit, especially Morgan our FMC.

Kind of frustrated with this book. Morgan was so hot and cold and very immature. She wants answers but keeps bailing? The plot was very far fetched and well timed to the point of being disinteresting. I’m invested due to book 1 but I didn’t love this book as much.

”if only it didn’t have to be this way. you’re all i think about. you’re all i see. i’m so tied to you i barely know who i am anymore.”

The central focus of this story revolves around the three trials for the throne. Currently vacant due to issues stemming from Draven's family history, volunteers must compete in these challenges to ascend to power. However, only one can ultimately become the emperor or empress.

Admittedly, the beginning is a bit slow, and initially, Draven's demeanor may remind readers of Tamlin from another story. Yet, as events unfold, the true nature of the situation becomes clear, which adds significant depth to the narrative. Exploring more of Draven's backstory was particularly enjoyable, especially since the first book provided limited insight into his character.

I enjoyed the first book, Queen of Roses and Court of Claws started off decent. I think the plot is interesting, I just lost interest. I tried to pick it up multiple times over the past few months and just couldn't do it. That said, this will remain a light DNF for me. Maybe I just need to be in the mood for it.

You can't win 'em all. I really tried with this one.

Loved this series. Not gonna lie, the character names were a bit corny. However, I understand the purpose. Still loved the story and have finished all.

This is the second book in the "Blood of a Fae" series, a dark fantasy romance that continues the story of Morgan Pendragon. Imagine waking up in the court of someone you hate the most. The story is filled with plot twists as Morgan navigates a dangerous new world and a complicated relationships. The book combines elements of Arthurian legend with dark fantasy, making it a gripping read for fans of the genre.

Just finished devouring this book and I'm still in bed, crying the living sh*t out of me 😭

I don't know if I have the power to read the third book of this series without seeing my favorite little boy. I am so heartbroken right now 😭💔

I seriously have a hard time writing this review because I'm left speechless. The whole story was just phenomenal. It has more action and there are a lot of things happening. It was just perfect!

I read book one and I absolutely loved it and book too was even better this is an amazing series and just keeps getting better

I couldn't put it down. I stayed up wayyyy past when I should’ve gone to bed just to see what happened next.

Wow! The first in this series was five stars but I think this was possibly even better. Non stop action with surprising twists and the lead in to the next book, which I am impatient to read.

I struggled with this book which surprised me. I was hopeful going into this one after Queen of Roses but there was something dark about this second installment. Morgan feels trapped and hopeless for most of this book until she finds herself falling for Draven. Once she falls for him, she finds out she is unwillingly and unknowingly tied to him for life.

I did enjoy the deadly trials element as I always do in fantasy novels. Especially when Morgan is forced to step in for Draven to save him. I also love Nightclaw and hope we get more of him in the future. I also hope the miscommunication and secrets between Morgan and Draven get resolved.

This was exactly what I needed!!!

Coming off of book 1 this was definitely what I wanted from next in the story.

It offered so much through the chapters and I found myself unable to put it down.

I still really enjoy the retelling of Camelot characters as it's a unique take and a story that isn't really used a whole lot.

But man, this one may have almost pulled me in better then book 1 did.

I cannot wait to get my hands on book 3

Morgan and Draven survive the fiasco of Morgan and Draven reach Draven’s home court after her near-death experience. Morgan wakes up to her new position as Draven’s paramour as he prepares to compete in a series of bloody trials for the throne. Add to this political turmoil, Arthur’s unhinged war with kingdoms that were once allies and Draven and Morgan, and you get a politically unstable landscape with Draven and Morgan, who are both willing to do anything to save their peoples.

I had honestly expected more from this book because the first one had completely sucked me in. Morgan became really annoying to read about with her exaggerated threats and foot stomping childlike behaviour. Draven, who had been the big bad wolf in the first book, became a soft leader with compassion for his people, which was a pleasing development to read about. However, his hot and cold behaviour towards Morgan – one minute he is absolutely enamoured, the other minute he rues that he is not good enough for Morgan – was giving me whiplash.
My favourite character to read about was probably Lyratsra, she was portrayed as the jealous, scorned lover but she had so much more depth as a woman. Her ambitions, her vulnerabilities and her strength, both physical and mental, was really endearing. I genuinely hope we get to see more of her in the future.

Thank you NetGalley and Starwater Press for this arc!!

5/5 stars!

Oh man, I love it when the sequel is better than the first book 😭😭😭 (tears of joy btw) This was so good and just what I needed, I've been in SUCH a reading slump lately and this fantastic fantasy dig me right out!! I can't wait to read the rest of this series!!

Everything you could want in a sequel! I’m excited to continue reading the rest of the series! I saw book 4 came out recently so I’ve got some catching up to do!

OMG, this book is everything!! It's a dark fantasy romance with enemies to lovers, magic, mythical creatures, and tons of action. The characters are unique, and the plot keeps you hooked. It is recommended for fans of ACOTAR and Hunger Games. Just be aware it's a bit dark, so check the trigger warnings before reading. I can't wait for the next book in the series!