Great addition to the story. It was very interesting to see more of Nyte and Astraea's story (past and present) unfold. Can't wait for the next book.

This book was really good, and I had high hopes for it going in. While the beginning was slower than I usually prefer, the second half completely pulled me in and kept me intrigued. Nyte was such a standout character, and I loved some of the themes woven throughout the story. There were a few parts that felt drawn out, but overall, I’m so glad I read it. I can’t wait for the next one!

This was a fantastic ending to the series and I really love the way that the main female protagonist grows in this one! It's a great read and I think fans of fantasy romances will absolutely devour this one!

The first book didn't really grip me or stand out if I'm being honest, but this was a huge improvement! I got sucked into the story right away and really invested in the lore of the world. I love Nyte and Astraea's star-crossed romance, and I LOVE how obsessed Nyte is with Astraea. I feel like Astraea really started to grow and come into her own in the book. I really enjoyed the flashbacks into their history and the depth that it added. The writing is very poetic and romantic, which I can see bugging some people, but I quite enjoyed it!

the action packed sequel to The Stars are Dying did not disappoint! I love when sequels pick up right where the first book ends and this was exactly that. I don't remember breathing the entire book, I just kept going. I love this story and cannot wait to see where it goes!

The world-building is detailed and imaginative, with a unique magical system and a compelling cast of characters. The pacing is well-balanced, with a mix of action-packed moments, quiet moments of introspection, and humorous interludes.

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.

I enjoyed these books way more than I expected to. The first book had a bit of a rocky start, I was a little confused and unsure where the story was going. But once I got into The Night is Defying, in true romantasy fashion, everything started to fall into place. Astreas’s growth from book one was incredible. She went from being uncertain and afraid after escaping her prison to becoming a strong, determined woman on a mission to save her realm, recover her lost memories, and fight to save a love that everyone believes is fated to destroy their world. And don’t get me started on Nyte. This dark dangerous villain who everyone fears yet says all the right things, and is absolutely feral for Astrea? I needed more, and I definitely cannot wait for the third book!

This was the perfect sequel to The Stars are Dying. The yearning and heart wrenching romance made this book top tier! Star-crossed lovers is one of my favorite tropes...it makes the story more special in a way. The story at times dragged on but I loved seeing the character growth. Can't wait for more from this author.

I'm such a big fan of this book series! It can be a bit cheesy sometimes with how over the top some of the things the main characters say, but I still enjoy it. The back and forth between the timelines had me occasionally confused, but at the end I think it pulled off both storylines. The ending really took me by surprise as I didn't see it coming. I listened to the audiobook for this read, but I also purchased the STUNNING sprayed edges hardcover version. Can't wait for the next one!

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for this Advanced Readers Copy of The Night is Defying by Chloe C. Penaranda!

what the actual heck. this book ate and left no crumbs. I was completely enthralled in the story and I absolutely love Astraea and Nyte. I love that shes a strong FMC and just get stronger. The yearning is incredible and I just love their love story. Its a beautiful and tragic tale and the ending had my jaw on the floor. The last 100 pages stressed me out more than my literal thesis, everything was happening so fast! Need part 3 immediately omg.

I received this book as an ARC read from Netgalley 💜 I devoured book 1. book 2 (this book) I did struggle with a bit but by the end I was holding onto my seat 😭💜 so ready for book 3👀👀

I read this book way too fast but I had to sit with it for a couple of weeks & I couldn’t get it out of my mind. The more I sat with it, the more I absolutely loved it.
This book had it all for me from yearning, dual pov to the heart wrenching romance. It gave everything & more.

Whilst it gave me answers, it also gave us more questions which I’m surprisingly not mad about.

The action packed plot & the spice was well balanced & I was invested the whole time.

I have recommended the Nytefall trilogy to everyone who will listen.

Cannot wait for book 3 to be released at the end of the year!!!

I love everything and this fantasy series! Not to mention how gorgeous the physical copies are! I would highly recommend this series for any one who is a fan of the Romantasy Genre!

Before I dive into my review, let me just say that I’m a huge fan of stories. I don’t like giving out bad reviews or low ratings for minor things. If your story is entertaining and well-written, you’ll definitely get my thumbs up. But if it’s riddled with grammar, spelling, and continuity errors, it’s going to be a struggle for me.

I read the first book when it came out and really enjoyed it. When I started reading this ARC, I was shocked by the grammar mistakes. So, I switched to the finished copy through Kindle Unlimited. But that didn’t seem to make much of a difference.

The story is awesome, but the plot could use some work. It’s a bit confusing at times, and I think it’s because of some continuity issues, repetition, and just plain weird dialogue. The run-on sentences on almost every page make some paragraphs really hard to follow.

I almost gave up, but I pushed through. I’m not sure if I’ll read the third book yet. I really hope the author gets a better editor! Her stories are amazing, but they need a lot of work.

Read This Book If…you need to know what happens with Astraea and Nyte!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
The Night is Defying by Chloe C. Peñaranda

Genre: romantasy
Series: Nytefall # 2
Spice Level: 4/5🌶, 3-4 explicit scenes
Setting: fantasy world
POV: dual, 1st person, present tense
Tropes: shadow daddy, star-crossed lovers, “good girl”

My Thoughts:
This was a great continuation of the series! These two are so obsessed with each other, they’d let the world burn down around them. I can’t wait for the third and final book later this year!

Memorable Quote: “There is no star in the sky that shines as bright as you.” “There is no darkness that defies the night like you.”

Thank you to the publisher for my advance copy!

Many thanks to Netgalley and Tor Publishing Group | Bramble for gifting me this ARC for an honest review.

This is the 2nd book in the Nytefall series and I am so glad I read the first book because they must be read in order. This is the sequel to The Stars Are Dying.

This is pretty action packed. This is the story of Astraea and Nyte, star-crossed lovers. Astraea is the daughter of dusk and dawn, the star maiden, who is just now getting her memories back from her prior life. Nyte, also known as Night's Death, is a fae-turned vampire, son of the evil king, and from another world. Even though they should not be together they can't stay away from each other.

I have mixed feelings on this book. It's probably terrible to say that the author could have cut out a portion of the book and it would have been fine. It felt repetitive at times and I could get lost on where I even was in the story. Possibly a flow issue? One thing that redeems it for me is my love for Nyte and Astraea. I love them and can see why they continue to be drawn to each other. Praying in the 3rd book that they can find the answers they need to finally just be together.

DNF @25%

I really enjoyed the first book and was excited to continue the story. I don't know exactly what the plot is or what is happening other than shes trying to learn her magic, there's a rebellion, and they are star-crossed lovers who hate/love each other. Astraea is getting glipses of her memories, but it just feels futile and I can't get myself motivated to pick it up. I may try to read again at a later date and update accordingly. Thank you Netgalley for the eARC.

This book was exactly what I needed to read to get me out of my Onyx Storm post read spiral. I was blessed with an E-ARC by NetGalley and am thrilled because I have two special editions of The Stars Are Falling and immediately became obsessed with the story. The true deep love between the main characters was mind blowing and beautiful. I found myself hi-lighting a bunch of sentences and moments. Every emotion possible was felt so strongly. I really connected with the FMC and MMC as well as some of the side characters. Bonus points for this book to have fae and vampires and dragons and soooo many celestial mentions. The wait for book three is already agonizing!