I enjoyed the writing but didn't feel as drawn to the story because the romance wasn't my cup of tea.

The writing style is thrilling and captivating, I didn't even notice how time went by. The only thing that got a little in my way of enjoying the book to its fullest, was how there were so many sensual descriptions about their own appearances that are totally normal when in third person/narrator perspective but seem quite narcisstic when written in first-person perspective.... Especially since it wasn't only once or twice.
I loved the world and character building! And the plot twist!!

I really enjoyed reading this one as I am new to fantasy/romantasy genre. I don't have much to compare this too but it was a fascinating read and would definitely recommend to someone new to the genre as it will give you an insight into the world of fantasy and glad to have discovered a new author.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for this arc

I enjoyed this, definitely one to read if you like a romantasy with some action and mystery.

I did find my self disconnecting with the FMC after a while and I didn't really come back around to her unfortunately but other than that I really did enjoy this.

Devoured all three books of this series in a matter of days! Didn't really think a King Arthur retelling was my cup of tea but I was so, so wrong. Can't wait for the next one!

Ummm excuse me ?? Everything about this was absolutely amazing !!
The characters were amazing ! They are so lifelike. I love that they stick to their convictions despite what is going on around them. The fmc is the same in her mind as she is portrayed through the mmc. I love when characters make their own opinions and are shown to be growing and evolving throughout the story.
The world building was insanely good, I’m left with some questions but they are only from a result of wanting to always know more about the world.
The plot was interesting, there is so many mysteries and different aspects for the characters to figure out. All the twists and turns that take the characters in different directions kept the story so alive and oops but the cliffhanger !! Ugh the cliffhanger !!
As for chemistry, I think it was great, instant but yet still developed super well. The spice was not super frequent so I’m gunna say it’s a 3/5 but I think that level worked really well with the story. It didn’t overshadow it but it was still beautifully spicy.
Overall, I’m keen for book 2, absolutely keen ! I can’t wait to see how the characters work through everything and to figure out the damn cliffhanger. I have to put it at a 4.5/5, It’s an absolutely fantastic read and I would recommend it to anyone chasing a romantasy.

Crown of Earth and Sky

Emberly Ash

4.5 stars

Crown of Earth and Sky is a high fae, imaginative retelling of the King Arthur tale. This very spicy rendition leaves nothing to the imagination in its steamy scenes, this is definitely one to read for the girlies looking for spice. Although I like the saucy chapters as much as anyone else, I was completely entrapped by the plot, which made me unable to put the book down ! This retelling shook up the original story enough that the placement of key artefacts were clever nods to the King Arthur story we know well, but different enough that so much of the plot, intrigue and betrayals caught me by surprise. It helps that this book had so many tropes that I love, including enemies to lovers, forced proximity, elemental magic, found family, fated mates and more! This was an easy read and I will be immediately reading the second book (stay tuned for my review of Throne of Air and Darkness) because that cliffhanger was cruel Emberly! Although I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will be eagerly recommending to my fellow readers, do please check the trigger warnings before reading this one ! Xxx

Thank you to the publisher, author & NetGalley for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Let me first start off by saying that the TYPOS in this were highly annoying. This is the second book I have read from NetGalley that is poorly edited and feels like I am a BETA reader instead of reading a finished product. Due to this I ended up skimming most of this book and I couldn't get into it as much as I would have liked.

Can we talk about how many times we refer to Veyka's weight..?! Like come ON, we get it!! This also turned me off as it was distasteful and it was her SOLE characteristic. Arran I thought was kinda a dickhead where he was an overall ass... but wanted peace? Wut?

Overall I wish this had been better as there is overall potential but was just lacking in the end.

This book was a nice surprise. Though the cover and the description were interesting, I still had doubts. However, once I got to this book, I definitely fell in love with this world. Veyka's story had me interested from beginning to end, no matter how annoyed I was by Arran, who was to me an actual ass. The concept was interesting, and it was nicely executed, but there is room for improvement. The romance was not necessarily my cup of tea as it was a bit too instant and not what i honestly wanted, but that didn't take from my enjoyment. Overall, it's a really nice book with a unique concept even though I couldn't be bothered to read once more about her soft belly. Instead of being inclusive, it ended up unflattering her. This book is definitely worth a try.

This book was just fascinating. I loved the retelling of the Arthur legend. I love reading anything with far and this was fast paced and steamy. There were some plot holes that got me confused but im still looking forward to the next book in the series.

This is sooo good, and has so much potencial for its future books. I'm excited to keep going!

It has a very good world-building, it's quite interesting even though it was a bit hard to get into it at first. It had the typical confusing start, when you get a lot of information and it's overwhelming, but it is quite well done.

I really liked the characters, they were entertaining to say the least. Plus, I loved Veyka and Arran together. There was animosity, there was tension, and there was a spark; at least, I felt it from their first scene together. It might've been insta-lust, but it was sooo entertaining.

Plus, lot's of drama and plots in this one. Definitely a fun read.

Having seen comparisons between this and Briar Boleyn’s Queen of Roses, I was certain I’d love this. Whilst it was very good, and actually quite similar, I didn’t love it as much sadly.

*Crown of Earth and Sky* by Emberly Ash is an enchanting journey into a world of elemental fae, dark secrets, and intense romance. The audiobook, narrated by the immensely talented Lilly Drake and Xander Marceaux, elevates this captivating story to a whole new level.

Lilly Drake, as always, is the perfect voice for a fairytale romance. Her narration of Veyka Pendragon is both powerful and nuanced, capturing the queen's struggle for revenge and her fight to protect her kingdom. Drake’s voice effortlessly conveys Veyka’s strength, vulnerability, and determination, making her a character listeners will both empathize with and admire.

Xander Marceaux is the ideal choice for Arran Earthborn, the storied Brutal Prince. His deep, commanding voice brings Arran’s character to life, perfectly matching the intensity and complexity required for this role. Marceaux’s portrayal of Arran’s ruthless exterior and the hidden depths beneath is compelling and adds an extra layer of intrigue to the story.

The chemistry between Drake and Marceaux is electric, making their interactions as Veyka and Arran both intense and captivating. Their performances complement each other perfectly, enhancing the tension and romance between the characters.

Emberly Ash’s twisted mythology retelling of the Arthur legend is rich with dark elements, high stakes, and steamy romance. The plot is filled with twists and turns that keep listeners on the edge of their seats, and the world-building is vivid and immersive.

If you’re looking for a high-steam fantasy romance with dark elements, *Crown of Earth and Sky* is a must-listen. Lilly Drake and Xander Marceaux’s stellar narrations make this audiobook an unforgettable experience. Five stars for this mesmerizing fairytale brought to life!

I really liked this fae fantasy very much! It has a complete world building. The book ends on a cliffhanger but the next book is around the corner and i can't wait for it!
Veyka and Arran are both fae and dealing with their own trauma's. I really liked the world building and the writing style of Emberly.

Thankyou very much Netgalley and the publisher for providing this arc read. All opinions are my own.

The spice is spicying. Am I a sucker for an MMC who fell first and harder 1000%. 4.5 what a fun read, but definitely got lost in the spice and forgot thier was a plot sometimes. The middle started to feel a bit monotonous but the cliffhanger got me right back in. Cannot wait to read the next one.

Thank you to Netgalley and Emberly Ash for letting me read the arc for free.

Crown of Earth and Sky is the first installment in the Secrets of the Faerie Crown series.

After reading Blood of a Fae series, when I heard that there was another Arthurian retelling, I just knew I had to get my hands on it. The dedication!!! Chef's kiss!! I was hooked right from the first sentence, literally.

Veyka Pendragon, Crown Princess of the elemental fae, assumed she would have freedom from the crown's responsibilities with her brother Arthur as king. But everything changes when Arthur is murdered in cold blood, and Veyka is named heir. And now, she's expected to marry the heir of the terrestrial fae and rule their kingdom of Annwyn together. However, Veyka has her own agenda in place: a plan to avenge her brother's murder. She must choose: will she take up her responsibilities to care for the kingdom, or will she let her thirst for revenge lead her to desert?

You just know the book is going to be fire when the first sentence is,
"I should have died in the womb."

Quotes from the book,
"The darkness tried to consume me. But this time, I looked up and saw the stars."

“Touch her, speak to her, breathe in her direction—and I will hold you down while she shreds the skin from your body slice by slice.”

I know it's a must for there to be a battle at the end of a fantasy book, but I really didn't anticipate that massacre. And, what is with that ending!!??? Can't wait to read book2!!!

If you liked Blood of a Fae series or enjoy Arthurian retellings, this should be your next read.

Thank you NetGalley for providing this ARC in exchange for a review!

I wanted to love Crown of Earth and Sky - the world needs more spicy Arthurian retellings (not something I thought I’d ever get to say, but here we are) and this one almost delivered.

The world building set things up very nicely, but the characters were missing something that I can’t quite put a finger on. It might’ve been that Arran was too much brood and that wasn’t what I needed while reading this?

One thing that did deliver was the spice - although there were a few points where it felt like we were intentionally just checking off plot beats to get there.

I can’t complain too much; while the first half was a drag the second half did pick up and I might still read the next.

The whole story was gripping and compelling. I really loved how the author took her time with the character development - they didn't miraculously get over their issues, it took time and effort and the timing felt so right. Can't wait to read the next book!

Thank you very much for providing this copy of E-ARC for me to read. Unfortunately, I was not a big fan of Crown of Earth and Sky for the reason that it wasn't what I was looking for in a book, but I'm sure with other readers it may have been perceived better. One of the main things I noticed about the book was that it had a very distinct writing style that reminded me quite a bit of Sara J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses which I was also no the biggest fan of, so readers who are looking for something similar to that book will find what they are looking for here. I want to make it known that my review on this title is not a measure of the actual book but rather my own opinion of the plot and romance itself which I as a reader unfortunately just couldn't get into. I think at another time and place I may have enjoyed reading Crown of Earth and Sky, but right now I just didn't enjoy it as much as I would have liked to. The book itself is very well polished and there were few plotholes, with twists being very intriguing.

I have given this book a 3.5 star, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am so excited to start the second book with a cliff hanger like that! I found the beginning of this book slightly slow and difficult to understand all the world building and language that comes with it. I disliked Vekya at the beginning of the book but the character development was absolutely amazing. She goes from seeming to be so selfish (which is fair enough with what she has had to deal with) to being very caring about her kingdom and Arran which I loved. The tension between the two main characters was insane as well as the banter.

There is a lot of spice in this book which don't get me wrong, I loved, but I also found that there was a bit too much emphasis on Vekya's body all throughout the book.

Despite this I really enjoyed and i cannot wait to carry on with the series.