"The Wild Huntress" by Emily Lloyd-Jones is an exhilarating fantasy adventure that transports readers to a world teeming with magic and danger. I was captivated from the very first page by the strength and determination of the protagonist, whose journey unfolds with surprises and challenges that kept me eagerly turning pages.

Lloyd-Jones's writing is richly descriptive, vividly bringing to life both the breathtaking landscapes and the complex characters that inhabit them. The world-building is immersive, seamlessly blending fantastical elements with a sense of realism that makes every encounter and discovery feel authentic.

The protagonist's development throughout the story is masterfully handled, as she navigates not only physical obstacles but also emotional growth and introspection. Her relationships with other characters are nuanced and compelling, adding layers of depth to the narrative.

The plot is expertly paced, with twists and turns that kept me guessing until the very end. Themes of courage, loyalty, and the consequences of power are woven seamlessly into the storyline, offering readers a thought-provoking experience alongside the thrill of the adventure.

Overall, "The Wild Huntress" is a must-read for fans of fantasy fiction. I highly recommend this book and look forward to more from this talented author.

A stunning example of what the YA genre can be when authors are willing to subvert the expected!

Emily Lloyd-Jones has done it again! The Wild Huntress weaves the authors signature lore based storytelling with lush atmosphere and complex characters. The result is a swiftly paced tale brimming with political intrigue and main characters that are impossibly lovable. Readers will learn to expect the unexpected as they join a magicked Huntress, her cat companion, a Prince, and noble, on the fabled Wild Hunt!

I find these authors books to be a breath of fresh air within a genre I have personally been cooling too. They are able to capture the swift pacing and ease of reading that is often offered in YA while still delivering on complex plots and thoughtful themes. The typical YA troupes, while often present, are tackled in unique and unexpected way . It's just so refreshing!!!!

I was simply swept away by The Wild Huntress.

I was incredibly surprised and impressed by how much I loved this book and my inability to put it down. This book was an experience with adventure, high stakes, and pain (both emotional and physical) for its characters at every turn. Without giving too much away, this book pulls you in and makes you feel for its characters. It provides insight into their lives through vignettes at the start of each of its sections as well as introductions when the characters first appear. It was easy to root for them and hope they all saw their goals through to the end. It was also easy to feel the pitfalls they experienced and their confusion when things went sideways. This was a wonderfully crafted story drawing from Welsh Mythology that I would absolutely recommend and could see my eighth graders reading. It contained just enough elements of romance to draw you in, but without the obscenity that crosses YA books into adult or new adult fiction. It was frustrating in the best ways possible and left you wanting more while still closing off all of its loose ends.

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this wonderful book in exchange for reviewing it. This had convinced me to read The Drowned Woods as well to further experience this author and world she's built.

I love Emily Lloyd-Jones books with my whole entire heart.

The way she writes fantasy is superb. I am in awe with the intricate politics running underneath the plots, the forest drenched setting filled with magic, the characters I desperately need to hug, and a cat companion that is probably very dangerous. It is a book filled with monsters, but there is such a comfort to it. I cannot overstate how good it is and just how much I love it.

This book was such an exciting read! I absolutely loved it and I can't wait to read more from this author. The plot was fast paced and was never boring. The characters were interesting and unique which made the story really enjoyable for me. Great read!

This book was fantastic! I loved this take on the Wild Hunt and really enjoyed the humanity brought to the 3 main characters. I am sometimes hesitant of single volume fantasy and find that the authors can’t always tie up the loose ends, but Lloyd-Jones did an excellent job of giving us both closure and hope for the future.

I really enjoyed this book! It has everything that Emily Lloyd-Jones’ fans have come to love - lush world building, charming characters (with especially charming pets), and an adventure that truly changes the heroes of the story. It’s impossible not to get sucked in to her stories immediately and The Wild Huntress is no different. In fact, I started this ARC this morning during an appointment and then decided to avoid all of my errands for the rest of the day so I could finish it. It was worth it.

Pryderi was an absolute delight from the first page we met him. My only issue is that we didn’t get even more time with him! He was sweet despite his concerns about his past and he simply wanted to help others. Branwen was an interesting heroine and I loved her passion for protecting others. She was smart and careful and I really enjoyed following her journey. Gwydion is one I do have mixed feelings about, but that's not a bad thing. I see how nuanced his character and the choices he makes are and I appreciate it. The most wonderful character, in my opinion, was Palug, the cat. I adored him so much. Lloyd-Jones always includes the best animal companions in her stories.