🌟NETGALLEY BOOK REVIEW🌟

✨️Empress of Fae✨️ by @briarboleynauthor provided by @netgalley

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👑REVIEW👑

I have to say @briarboleynauthor has ensnared me again. It took me slightly longer to finish this book due to work commitments but I have thoroughly enjoyed it yet again. This book is a lot of world building and foundation laying for the next book. This is not a bad thing. There is nothing worse than a story being rushed and skipping over creating the vivid images of the world and the characters, just to get you to the main plot.

Briar has beautifully created a vivid world, covering complex themes and laid a secure foundation for the next installment in this series. I loved the character development of Morgan in this story with regards to her relationship with Draven. She has redeemed herself from the frustration inducing character she became in book three. Her development in this story was brilliant and had me re engaging with her as a character.

The development of Orcades character in this story was a minor twist I didn't see coming initially as well. Can't say too much without giving spoilers. The same can be said for Arthur.

Things really amp up towards the end of this book and had me re gripping my seat trying to plow through to find out what happened next. Some events I hadn't even predicted may happen and the ending. Oof. I need the next book. Praying its on netgalley soon.

Highly recommend this series to all lovers of arthurian legend and fantasy romance. It's been a wonderful read.

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I had to add Mt goodreads review manually as it didn't recognise the isbn to link it from here

Thoughts and Feelings
5 stars

About... Empress of Fae is the third book in Blood of a Fae. Morgan has returned to Camelot to challenge one of her brothers and protect the other. Draven is seeking his love - crossing continents to prove himself and return to Morgan. Meanwhile, Morgan is finding more family drama surrounding her. A battle of good versus evil, with a touch of family politics and a heavy dose of spice.

What I loved... the plot in this story delved further into the politics of Camelot and the greater concerns of the continent. The romance between Morgan and Draven is a key focus of the story, their dream chats provide some good banter and further develop the characters.

Camelot‘s politics bring up great discussion around LGBT + topics and the cruelty faced in the world of Camelot versus other characters. I hope Book 4 continues to have a diverse cast of characters. Can we have more Hawl please? I love Hawl - they make me laugh so much!

What I didn't love... I would of liked a bit more than an introduction to the next “big bad“ however I imagine that will be all within Book 4. I really didn‘t have any negative comments about Empress of Fae. I stayed up to 4am reading, again.

Would 100% reread.

Read if you like
🦋fantasy
🦋Romantasy
🦋magical powers
🦋badass characters
🦋mystical creatures
🦋action
🦋adventure
🦋suspense
🦋bonded mates
🦋Dual pov

I love this series so much from the characters to the storyline and the dialogues it’s all incredible. This is one of the best fantasy series I’ve read this year. This third book is full of action, suspense adventure, twists and some really wholesome and adorable scenes. I was flipping through the pages so swiftly to know what happened next. After being left on a cliffhanger for two books It gave me so much freaking contentment to finally see some happy ending. I just cannot wait for the next one. If you love fantasy and romantasy I promise you’ll love this one!!
Briar boleyn is one of my favourite authors

Book Review 📚
Empress of Fae by Briar Boleyn - 4/5 ⭐

I was so excited to start this after reading book 1 & 2, back-to-back! There was nothing about the first too that I didn't love. Safe to say, I was also pleased with the third!

Empress of Fae is impeccable. Like utterly, jaw droppingly good! It starts in the exact place book 2 ends off, which, yaaaay! It's so overwhelming in a sense that this is book 3 and basically feels like the story has just begun?! It's incredible that Boleyn has kept it going for so long without being bored senseless.

Characters - awesome. Amazing. Fantastic. Love and hate? Like there's so much character development throughout the book, which again, is unbelievable considering it's book 3! You assume all characters are done but no, nowhere near. They're still developing and they're still progressing. Fantastic.

I am truly in love with this series and I'm enjoying every single page of each and every book. Thank you to NetGalley and Victory Editing for allowing me to read this ARC - this is an HONEST review from my own personal opinion.

Okay so this was still great but not as much as the second book. I like that the Morgan could still communicate with Draven even though they were separated but I feel like it all could’ve been a bit faster paced. It slowed down a lot after the second book and a lot of things are still loose ends waiting for book 4. I think I could nitpick a bit but overall I still really enjoyed reading this and I’m still excited to see what happens to the characters next, I think after all that has been set up, book 4 will be a very good read!!

OMG!!!!!! the story is getting better and better in the third book. My Rating

Overall: ★★★★★ | 5 Stars
Plot: ★★★★★ | 5 Stars
Characters: ★★★★| 4 Stars
Ending: ★★★★★| 5 Stars
Fun: ★★ | 2 Stars
Spice Level: 🌶🌶🌶🌶| 4/5

Read the full review here on my blog.

4,5/5

This book started directly where the previous one ended and as expected it took place in Camelot. The story started a bit slow, the multiple POV's in the beginning were confusing. Luckily the story picked up a bit later.
The secrecy, the plotting and the mystery were great. This is the 3rd book in the series and yet it feels like the story is just beginning. I cannot wait for the ulterior motives to be revealed in the next book.

Only downside, I was a bit underwhelmed with the story lines of some side characters (namely Javer and Orcades). I just expected something more. That being said, I still cannot wait for the next book!

Thank you NetGalley and Victory Editing for the copy I received. This is my honest review

What a good 3rd book! I really enjoyed this! The story building was amazing! It is going to be a struggle to wait for the next book!

Loved this third instalment of Briar Boleyn’s Arthurian retelling. More details come to light about Morgan’s origins and history, and while she and Draven are separated for most of the book, the author wisely keeps them connected through dreams (much to the satisfaction of the reader!). Can’t wait for the final(?) instalment to come out in the spring!

Blood of the Fae, book 3.

Queen of Roses (book 1) and Court of Claws (book 2), really had me hooked from the get-go. This one, on the other hand, was much slower and more difficult for me to get through. So honestly, I don’t know if I will be reading the fourth book. At least, these are my current thoughts.

It was just really hard for me to read the way Fenyx was behaving with Morgan.

I loved every interaction between Morgan and Draven, of course.

Unfortunately, this one ultimately really dragged for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Briar Boleyn for allowing me to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you NetGalley for Empress of Fae in exchange for an honest review.

She did it again. Empress of Fae is the third installment in the Queen of Roses series. Heavy with the King Arthur vibes in this one. As much as I loved the first two books, this one holds a special place in my heart. Separated from Draven, Morgan is able to find her strength on her own and comes to realization how they are stronger together. Draven (as protective as he is ) ready to to support her in any way she needs.
Seeing Camelot when Morgan returns and the rebel forces Briar really immerses you in the heart break but that spark of hope is STRONG through the whole book. I cried, I yelled, I cried some more.

Can NOT wait until book 4.

First, I would like to thank Briar Boleyn, Net Galley, and Victor Editing for the ARC!

The only reason it took me so long to finish this book is because everyone in my house kept getting sick- including me! The story continued on with lots of scheming, plotting, spying, love, and a bit of betrayal. I have loved this series and I cannot wait to see where the next book takes us.

Oh what a ride. I thought book one, then book two was brilliant, but this the third one tops them both. If you haven’t read this series, you are missing out! Thanks NetGalley and publishers for the arc.

Morgan jumps out of the Fae skillet and into the human fire!
At first I was very reluctant to start this book because after the ending of book 2 and her jump through the portal back leaving Draven to think his wife abandons him after all he has been through in the past...I wasn't a happy camper. THEY HAD JUST STARTED TO BOND...ugh!!!! I wanted more time with them together. Although, I will admit that the beginning of the story makes up for it with the death of someone I wasn't all that fond of so... Even still, the first half of this book didn't exactly give me the will to keep going. The dreams helped.

Thank you to the author, NetGalley, & Victory Editing for the eARC!!! I was thoroughly entertained!

As Morgan is now back in the human world and realizing the crap show Arthur has made of the kingdom, she is thrust into a whole new set of troubles and problems. Yet, over her time with the fae, she has learned and grown and you can see that growth reflected in her. Yet, while she and Draven are apart their bond remains and they are able to connect and grow in their relationship (which made my depression of their distance slightly appeased). A lot about what Morgan is capable of is revealed in this book and I think it is a remarkable set-up for the next book where I can only imagine a lot of sh*t is going to go down (i.e. the new BIG BAD).
I continue to love this world that Boleyn has built and look forward to reading the next! :-)

NO REGRETS!!!!

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Another 5 star read in this series. It just keeps getting better and better.

So much mystery, spice, magic and character development that I could actually implode.

Just love Morgan and Draven 🖤

We’re thrown straight back from where we left off in the last book with Morgan back in the Rose kingdom with her reunited with friends and family and watch as Draven comes to terms with her leaving and what he’s going to do next.

Morgan has to play a dangerous game with new players on the board in the form of the horrendous new sidekick of Arthur whilst there is an ongoing war and lots of brutality.

The ending of the book opens up a whole new world of adventure that is teased throughout. I can’t wait to see what comes next in this story.


*Thankyou to NetGalley for my copy of this book. My opinions are my own*

🚨 This book has content & trigger warnings. 🚨

- "There are no limits to my love for you, Morgan. When Myntra and Eskira and every place in Aercanum have crumbled into oblivion and the universe itself dissolves into nothing, my heart will still beat for you."

- "You're all I think about. You're all I see. I'm so tied to you, I barely know who I am anymore."
There is a map of Eskira, a pronunciation guide again, & a character list by courts, creatures, & deities. 🙌🏻 The POVs change sometimes, by chapter. They're labeled at the beginning of each chapter.

Political, war, fae, two different countries(at the beginning), magic, more of the past come to light, some spice, scheming, & a traitor in their group. A few decently shocking twists.

I can't wait for the 4th one to be released! Hopefully, I can request an ARC. 🤞🏻

Thank you to NetGalley and Briar Boleyn for this ARC.
I enjoyed this book, but not as much as the first and the second. I am truly excited for the next book and I cannot wait to see where it goes. I did enjoy the ending, however leading up to it felt slow for me and I had to push through to get to the end. Briar Boleyn is very talented and I am so grateful I was given the opportunity to read this series. I am so so happy that the FMC was able to mature this book, because the last one she felt childish. That was a huge plus for me. I love the world and the characters. Can't wait for book four.

Morgan returns to Camelot, where her friends and younger brother are in danger from Arthur's schemes. However, Kairos Draven, deeply connected to Morgan, refuses to let her go. Morgan's powers intensify and these abilities make her a formidable force, attracting those who seek to oppose her. Morgan grapples with her newfound identity and is willing to save her kingdom.

I LOVED this. This was, imo, the best book in the series. AND THERE WILL BE A FOURTH BOOK???? I didn't know. I loved the suspense and how it all turned out at the end. I really cannot wait for book 4.
Morgan's journey of self-discovery and embracing her powers had me crying. And let's talk about Draven - a simp, a loyal husband and a hottie. A man to my liking.

The story's twists kept me engaged (and enraged), delivering a magical narrative that resonates with themes of empowerment and love. <3

Thank you Netgalley for the free eARC.

Morgan Pendragon, now known as Morgan Le Fay, as she grapples with her destiny amidst the mists of a past steeped in legend. Renouncing a potential future as a ruler and spouse, she returns to Camelot and the Rose Court, where danger threatens her friends and brother at the hands of a malevolent Arthur. Meanwhile, Kairos Draven, unwilling to let go, clings to their unbreakable bond that transcends time and love. Morgan, discovering her burgeoning abilities and wielding divine powers, lays claim to unparalleled authority across realms. Yet, her ascendancy becomes a target, inviting adversaries determined to halt her ascent.

Briar Boleyn's "Empress of Fae" amplifies the immersive and enthralling narrative established in the previous books of the "Blood of a Fae" series. The author masterfully expands upon Morgan Le Fay's journey, weaving a tapestry of magic, destiny, and unyielding determination. The world-building remains one of the series' standout elements, painting a vivid landscape teeming with mythical richness. Boleyn's ability to intertwine romance, fantasy, and perilous stakes elevates the tension, drawing readers deeper into a realm pulsating with ancient powers and treacherous schemes.

Morgan's evolution into her true self, complete with extraordinary abilities and an unrelenting spirit, is a testament to Boleyn's skill in crafting complex and compelling characters. The dynamic between Morgan and Kairos, their unbreakable bond facing trials amidst a tumultuous landscape, adds emotional depth to the narrative. The stakes soar as Morgan's claim to power invites opposition from formidable foes, injecting the storyline with a palpable sense of danger and suspense. Boleyn's prose is immersive, drawing readers into a world where magic and conflict collide in a crescendo of tension and revelation.

It is a thrilling addition to the series, promising an exhilarating continuation that fans will cherish. Briar Boleyn delivers a spellbinding tale rich in mythology, romance, and the relentless pursuit of destiny, setting the stage for an eagerly awaited conclusion that promises to leave readers spellbound.

C’mon book 4!

Just finished READING (not audiobook) this series in record time. It’s been a minute since I’ve actually sat and read a book as opposed to my audiobook obsession. But it was a great series to break in to.

I found this author on Booktok and IMMEDIATELY ran to Netgalley to grab all 3! Now I have to wait until March for the next one.

On to the books.. 4 star review, why not 5? Let me break it down.
Pros:
Medieval historical fantasy story
Strong heroine
Magic system that we are learning as our heroine is learning
Queer normalization
Draven.. the horns amiright
Fantastical creatures
The world keeps expanding as the series continue

Cons:
There were some convenient plots to make things work.. didn’t completely pull me out of the story, but I wondered at it.
Enemy to lover, not that I’m opposed to this sort of thing.. but it was a lot of in and out and then back in but maybe not love? Maybe I was wishing for more with the mated magic marriage thing and the powerful being that witnessed and what that was all about.
No audiobook version!

Overall.. will be reading book 4 next year!