I read A Crown of Ivy and Glass to prepare for this NetGalley read and rated it 2⭐️3🌶️… I was not at all interested in continuing in this series. I hated the main character and wanted to DNF the first book 2 chapters in. I pushed myself to finish it and didn’t want to have to do it again for this second book.

Unfortunately this one wasn’t for me. I just couldn’t really get into it. Thank you netgalley for my free review copy.

It's been a long since I've been so invested in a fantasy story and this one really hit the spot, I had such a wonderful time reading this.

Thank you to Sourcebooks and Netgalley for the arc.

Book 2 in the Middlemist Trilogy is a welcome romantasy following Farrin. Any female character who is it a bit angry and wants to be a bit punchy with the love interest is always a welcome story. This was a great middle installment to the series that expanded on the lore and world. I'm really looking forward to book 3.

If the first one was amazing , this second one was phenomenal. Completely obsessed with how Farrin is like can i punch him but then maybe kiss him. I like the journey taken in this book for the siblings and how they have to work together to rebuild their relationship. Overall enjoyed immensely.

"A Song of Ash and Moonlight" is a captivating second installment in Claire Legrand's Middlemist trilogy. Legrand's world-building is truly immersive, with rich details and a palpable sense of history and magic. The characters, particularly Farrin and Ryder, are complex and compelling, their personal struggles and evolving relationships adding depth to the story. The chemistry between them is undeniable, making their interactions a highlight of the book.

While the world and characters shone, I did find it a bit challenging to get fully invested in the plot initially. This was mainly due to the time that had passed since reading the first book. I'd forgotten some of the intricacies of the plot and the nuances of the magic system, which made it a little difficult to jump right back into the story. However, once I reoriented myself, I was quickly drawn back into the narrative and eager to see where Legrand would take these characters next.

Overall, "A Song of Ash and Moonlight" is a worthy continuation of the series, showcasing Legrand's talent for crafting immersive worlds and compelling characters. While the time between books may have posed a slight challenge, the strength of the story ultimately won me over. I'm now eagerly anticipating the conclusion of the trilogy!

This was a fun start to a new Romantasy by Claire Legrand. I found it easy to get sucked into the story and dive deep into the world. The characters were easy to love and root for. I will definitely be looking for more.

So, here's the thing, I LOVE CLAIRE LEGRAND and her books but the first one of this was rough. Now this sequel is so much better it felt like she answered all my questions and struggles that i had in the first one. A Song of Ash and Moonlight picks up where A Crown of Ivy and Glass left off. Instead of following Gemma, the story features Farrin, the eldest Ashbourne sister with the power to enchant with her voice. I was so excited to read Farrin instead of Gemma. I love the no physical contact and mental health visibility represented in a fantasy novel like no other I have read. I do feel like the love interest was more friendly than love or even like. the side characters were a miss with me, but Claire always out does herself with the setting just like in Furyborn! I wonder who the three book could be about and I look forward to reading anything Claire Legrand writes even if it's a sticky note. Thank you so much to Claire Legrand for the book, the publisher, and Netgalley!

I was absolutely desperate to get my hands on the book that would give us an Ashbourne/Bask romance, from the first moment Ryder and Farrin were in the same room. I loved every interaction between them and seeing their love grow. If anything, I wish I could get more! I'm also so excited by this book because it has been super keen for the next Ashbourne sister coupling (don't worry, no spoilers!).

This follow up to LeGrand's new adult series is incredibly done. The tension, the stakes, the romance, the imagery... Incredible! I loved how the world is continuing to grow and loved the romance. This was an improvement on her first in the series and I can't wait to see where we go next. Highly, highly recommend!

I zoomed through this one (at least, as much as you can zoom through an almost 600 page book!)! I liked that it was from Farin's point of view, rather than Gemma's, which makes me wonder if the third book will be from Mara's point of view. Anyway, this was a great read with many twists and turns and I'm looking forward to the final book of the trilogy!

Overall, I was satisfied with the continuation of this story and am looking forward to where its headed. Farrin, the MFC, I want to get her a room at a local tavern and just let her rest...girl is rightfully exhausted and in need of some self-care days.

Thank you to the author, NetGalley & Sourcebook for the eARC!

Lingering effects from the magical family feud leave Farrin to confront a past she is desperate to work through. Together with Ryder Bask (from the feuding family) she has found someone to help her discover the truth of what is going on with the magic in their world while edging towards an inevitable romance. This second book continues the fantastic world building and I will definitely be looking forward to the next installment of the series.

No regrets!!!!
3.5 stars outta 5

A fast paced sequel to "A Crown of Ivy and Glass". More secrets are uncovered and a new love story blossoms.It also builds a perfect fundament for the finale. A must read if you enjoyed the first book.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

A Song of Ash and Moonlight follows Farrin Ashbourne, the responsible eldest daughter of the Ashbourne family, as she navigates a world on the brink of collapse. With magic unraveling, mysterious disappearances, and a fiery Olden creature stalking her, Farrin must reluctantly team up with Ryder Bask, the arrogant heir of the rival Bask family, to uncover the truth behind the growing chaos. As gods stir from their slumber and old curses resurface, Farrin and Ryder must confront their personal demons and simmering attraction while racing against time to save their loved ones and their world.

Legrand delivers a phenomenal follow up to the first book in the series, with arguably more compelling characters and story. This entry is sure to win new readers to the series.

I wanted to love this book so badly but it just didn't work for me. If you haven't reread the first book before picking this one up, REREAD first. I was getting extremely lost because I couldn't keep track of the storyline. Which is not a problem of the book, but just a piece of advice. Even though the book focuses on a different sister, the plot is deeply interwoven with the first book.

The relationship and the characters just weren't all that believable to me. I thought their story was interesting, but it just fell flat.

I still love this author and the plot overall was worth the read for me, but it did not give me the same feeling the first book in the series did.

If you’re looking for your next great fantasy series, this is it! The world building is beautiful and there’s so much happening without you feeling bombarded with information.

A Song of Ash and Moonlight is the second book in the Middlemist Trilogy. While this book does focus on a different couple, it is important to read book one first. I was excited for this book because enemies to lovers is one of my favorite tropes.

A Song of Ash and Moonlight follows Farrin and Ryder. Unfortunately I didn't end up liking this book as much as I hoped. I think this book was a bit longer than necessary. I think I would have enjoyed it more if it were shorter. The final book of the trilogy focuses on the last sister, Mara. I can't wait to get her POV and see how it all ends!

Ever since I found out that book 2 of The Middlemist trilogy was going to be Farrin's book, I couldn't wait to get my hands on it...and it doesn't disappoint! Song picks up shortly after the first book: the ytheliad curse between the Ashbournes and the Basks has been broken, Gemma eagerly awaits Talan's clandestine visits, Mara protects the Mist as one of the sentinel Roses, and poor Farrin runs the entire estate. But when Queen Yvaine succumbs to a sudden madness and the Mist begins to malfunction more, it's now Farrin's turn to save her family and the realm from the edge of danger. And, of course, having to team up with her former enemy, the enigmatic Ryder Bask, makes Farrin's task all the more challenging.

Much like the first book, Legrand perfectly blends fantasy and romance. I adored the glimpses we got of the rest of the realm -- especially the North -- and loved the deepening mystery of the Mist, the demon Kilraith, and the origins of our beloved Queen. Legrand's writing is consistently breathtaking, too, making the nearly 600 pages of this book fly by. I couldn't put it down!

But I think what I loved most of all is Farrin herself. I'm not quite sure if I love her more than Gemma, or perhaps just differently, but I love, love, love how Legrand always gives us MCs who are...difficult. Not morally gray, but just...flawed. Human. Vulnerable in a way I rarely find outside of Claire Legrand's books, and something that touches my heart so, so deeply. Farrin is an angry, strong-willed, stubborn woman, but she's also deeply sensitive and overwhelmed by the world. I've seen some readers refer to Farrin as neurodivergent, and I think there's plenty of subtext to support that. Much like in Gemma's story, I saw pieces of myself in Farrin; at times I found Farrin's romance and personal arc to be so beautiful and affirming that I cried. Man, nothing can make me cry a like Claire Legrand book.

The romance between her and Ryder, while not as spicy as Gemma/Talan, is also beautifully done. I love how tenderly it unfolded, how Ryder truly cares for her and supports her, and she does the same for him. When the spice did show up, it felt earned and well-deserved. The slowburn here is incredible -- for folks who were peeved with how quickly Gemma and Talan got together, I think Farrin/Ryder is going to go over really well. And his pet name for her? Swoon. Yes, I preordered the physical book so I could get that beautiful quote. Yes, "star of my life" is now permanently stuck in my head. Truly, I don't know how we're going to ever top Ryder in terms of Book Boyfriend material (although if the final book is Mara/Gareth, Ryder may have some competition).

Many thanks to NetGalley, SourceBooks Casablanca, and Claire Legrand for gifting me this e-ARC in exchange for my honest review. I am so, so blown away by this series and cannot wait for Mara's story!

Unfortunately this one fell flat for me. The pitch of “enemies to lovers” was undermined by the fact that the love interest was obsessed with the main character from the get-go. I didn’t believe their chemistry and some of the romantic scenes felt oddly… enabling? And the MC was both too self-aware yet simultaneously not self-aware in a way that felt inconsistent.