Book 3 picked up perfectly where book 2 left off. I love the new enemies introduced. I really enjoyed getting more background information on Morgan to help understand her character. I loved that Morgan’s growth is truly apparent in this book and she’s continuing to show growth. Can’t wait for more.

This was a really good book. I can’t wait to read the fourth book in this series. I do enjoy the fantasy elements throughout the series.

Thank you to NetGalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review

So many twists and turns in this book. We finally meet Genevieve and Orcedes again 💕Enjoying all the world building and retelling of myths. Did not see that ending coming !

Actual Rating is 4.5☆

“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.”

I'm so obsessed with the Blood of a Fae series, and I still have one more book to read!

Empress of Fae is book three of the series. It starts off right where we ended in the Court of Claws. Morgan is back home in Pendrath, Draven was left behind and remains at the Court of Umbral Flames, and Lancelet is ALIVE. It's been a year since Morgan has been home, and everything has changed. Pendrath is at war with their once friends and neighbors. The citizens of Pendrath are starving, and Morgan's friends are enveloped in darkness. Together, they must put an end to Arthur's madness.

I loved this book from start to finish. I needed more Draven, but his POV, which was added throughout the story, definitely made up for his lack of presence. In the first part of the book, Lancelet's POV was such a lovely surprise, also. All at once, you could feel the childhood trauma, the abuse, and the manipulation that Arthur endured. The ending left me feeling so many different kinds of emotions for him. The ending was written perfectly.

Thank you so much @briarboleynauthor and @netgalley for the copy of Empress of Fae in exchange for an honest review!

I preferred this book over book 2 of the series so I’m looking forward to reading the fourth book. I enjoyed the addition of various POVs such as Draven and Lancelot. It really added to the story and it’s something I am always a fan of. I love seeing more of the magic system/ fae abilities in this book. I felt that the book and good depth and I’m looking forward to what happens in the final book.

"Empress of Fae" by Briar Boleyn is the third installment in the "Blood of a Fae" series, continuing the epic saga of Morgan Le Fay. This book delves deeper into Morgan's journey as she returns to Camelot, discovering her powers and knowing more Aercanum. The narrative is rich with magical creatures, complex relationships, and high-stakes battles, appealing to fans of dark fantasy and romance.

I’m obsessed with this book! Thank you so much for sending me a copy. The relationship building was incredible and I’m instantly in need to start the next book!

Book three in the Blood of Fae series. This book lacked something books one and two had. The pace was slower and I struggled to get through the multiple POVs this time around. I did enjoy the female lead character development though. I had too high of expectations thanks to book two.

I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review. While this book was a little slower pace, it still kept me interested. It was captivating and led things differently then was expecting.

This was dissapointing. I loved the first and second book. But this wasn't right. All characters were bland.
Plot twist were so obvious, that was really dissapointing.
I would have loved more interesting fight scenes, but they were also rushed.
I didn't feel connected with this book, and it makes me sad.
I loved Draven in previous books. But in this he was so shallow and made no sense to me.

3.5 ⭐️

Court of Claws, the second book of this series definitely raised the bar and my expectations. And while I still prefer that book to this one, I was entertained throughout the third installment of the Blood of Fae series.

Our FMC, Morgan, really comes into her power in Empress of Fae, and good for her. What I did not like that much, is that Draven was absent for most of the story. I wanted more from his POV. Nonetheless, I'm excited for the fourth and final book of the series.

Morgan has fled her Siabra fae court and returned to a Pendrath that is at war. Here she is faced with old friends and enemies, as well as some new ones. Draven pursues her across the continent and they discover a new aspect of their bond- that they can meet in their dreams and speak to each other. Arthur has married Morgan's fae sister Orcades and there is a mysterious prophecy about their union. Can't wait to finish the series and figure out the rest of the secrets we are being teased with.

Wow, just wow. I am enjoying this series so much! I finished days ago and just remembered that I never reviewed as I was already busy starting the next book.
All I an say is the romance, the cliffhangers, the magic, and the world is just amazing.
While being a bit darker than the first few books, Empress of Fae did in no way disappoint.
Thank you Netgalley & Briar Boleyn for allowing me to ARC.

I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This series is interesting but feels too similar to other trending books for me to fully separate plots.

While I loved the first and second books of this series, this one was incredibly slow for me (I think because of the separation and because I'm a weird mood reader). This one took me forever to get through, but I was so into the last 25% of this one! This was definitely the darkest of the series so far and I understand that we're building up to the final book in the series, but it seemed like 80% of this book was dialogue and I just didn't love it. I will still read the final book in the series because I've loved the other books, but this one was my least favorite of the series so far.

Normally by the third book of a series, I begin to lose interest. However, Briar has been able to keep the story line moving and the plot changing. The action, adventure, thrills has not died out. I am excited to read the fourth book. Big thank you to NetGalley and the Publishers for sharing this ARC with me!

Back to Pendrath we go! We continue on into the world of Fae, prophecies, evil power hungry men, and a spicy dreamscape.

We are following Morgan back to Pendrath as she goes home to save her former kingdom from Arthur (and maybe running away from Draven a bit...). Except this time we get multiple POVs!! I love getting different POVs, especially the ones we get help us learn multiple aspects of the story, this was really well done.

We also get to meet the Knights of the Round table (sorry, Lancelet, the name stuck), which continues to be a fun play on the Camelot aspect of the story.

Morgan enters a different kind of danger after a different sort of betrayal, and she then is in a tough spot of convincing Arthur she is not a threat while also trying to stay alive. Meanwhile, Draven is moving as fast as he can to find his way back to Morgan where he belongs.

This book gives the reader everything they have wanted from Morgan and Draven from the first two installments, and I think these crazy kids just might work out!

This story gives some more insight to Morgan's mysterious identity, as she continues to learn that she may not be who she had always thought she was. While this storyline was definitely interesting and heart-stopping, it is clearly a very big set up for a grand finale of a finish in the next book.

Morgan remains amazing and has solidified her spot as one of my favorite FMCs. She is smart, courageous, strategic, selfless, and empathetic. Draven is truly up there on the MMC favorites front as well. While he makes missteps, he acknowledges and learns and does it all to protect and be there for Morgan.

If you enjoyed the first two installments, you're going to enjoy this one!

Overall: Recommend!

Empress of Fae by Briar Boleyn

The third instalment of the 'Blood of a Fae' book series. This book, as with many third books in series, was much slower than the others. With a focus on character development and pushing our story along. The anticipation for Morgan and Draven to reunite was unbearable. The world building continues and is a good standard. This book does have some highs and lows, heartbreak and drama. I have already started book 4, I couldn't wait!

Reader warning: trigger warning, but there is a helpful list at the back of the book as always.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐🌟 4.5
Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️

Oh my gosh, "Empress of Fae" by Briar Boleyn seriously just keeps getting better! This third book in the series has me totally hooked with its perfect mix of beloved tropes and fresh, exciting twists. It's like each page just ups the ante and I can’t get enough!

The separation between Morgan and Draven in this book? Absolute torture in the best way! It totally made my heart ache for them, but let me tell you, counting down the pages until their reunion was so worth it. And when they finally reconnect through that steamy make-up scene in their dream? Total swoon-fest! It’s honestly one of my favorite scenes ever—so creative and just...hot!

Briar Boleyn has this magical way of keeping the story thrilling while deepening our connection to the characters. Every moment feels important and builds up beautifully, making you feel all the feels and leaving you breathless for more.

Huge shoutout to NetGalley for sending me this ARC—what a fantastic find! This series has quickly become a fave of mine, and I’m literally bouncing with excitement to dive into book 4. If you’re looking for a new fantasy romance to obsess over, you’ve got to check this series out!

"Born of power in endless night, to cast down realms, a dark birthright. Both fae and mortals, their thrones shall swirl, in the child's hands, lies the end of the world."


Morgan Pendragon is now known as Morgan Le Fay. Morgan's past has finally been outed, revealing her true origins and heritage as secrets are revealed to the light. Morgan refuses to be the new monarch of Siabra, also renouncing the chance at being the Prince of Claw's wife. Our main character evades this fate by fleeing through a portal and to Camelot, to the Rose Court where her friends and family are.

Kairos Draven remains in the Court of Claws, wifeless. Once before, he had said she could not escape him. He would go to the ends of the earth to find her. There is nowhere she can hide. This is both endearing and creepy. Regardless, Draven wants Morgan back, as his lover and his queen. Draven knows she is his fated one - bound through love, through fate, and beyond all mortal follies.

In this book, we got to see Morgan's abilities develop. Remarkable powers begin to manifest. Godly powers run through her veins, a terrifying beautiful gift that claims her as Aercanum.

I can relate to Morgan. She left because she felt as though her life was being written out for her, that she had no control of her future or her fate. Destiny comes calling, and her instinct is to leave it all behind. I cannot fault her for it, to make a decision that is truly hers.

In Camelot, she faces the looming war and must take on the task of ending it while keeping her family and friends safe. Protecting her city, her people, and her loved ones from a ruthless tyrant king. While Morgan is being an amazing warrior, Draven is in pain due to the loss of his mate, his destined other half.

Draven realizes that he will go to her, if she will not go to him. He must be by her side, fighting her battles, supporting her in anyway he possibly can. It costs him not to be with her. We watch him beg for her forgiveness, own up for past mistakes, and help her save her people. 🌟🌟🌟🌟/5 Stars!