This book is the fabulous ending to a great duology. I enjoyed continuing the epic adventure with some of my favorite characters. The action and adventure had me hooked. I just didn't want to put the book down. And the story is wrapped up perfectly in my opinioon. With a really great ending. I definitely recommend this book!

Thank you to NetGalley and Entangled Publishing for allowing me to read this book ahead of release in exchange for my honest opinion.

Nature of Frost
by Jus Accardo
Omen of Ice #2
YA Fantasy
NetGalley eARC
Pub Date: Jan 13, 2025
Entangled: Teen
Ages: 17+

The payment on the secret bargain Valen struck to save Keltania's life is due in three months, threatening everyone in the Winter Court. Knowing they cannot win, they set out to find the other Fae Courts offering some of Valen's winter magic in exchange for enough magic to stand a chance in the battle to come.

The second, and final book in the Omen of Ice, series picks up after the first and it does a good job recapping the first book, the world, and most of the characters within the first few chapters, though I do wish a few things/characters were better explained because I didn't quite remember them or their importance in the first book. Those little things didn't make that much of a difference to the overall story, but I felt 'left out' while reading about those characters.

Because this is part of a series, I don't want to give too much away and while it was a good story and a good ending to the series, my overall opinion of this book is that it was too quick and simple. I think the 'drama' in the kingdom and the quest should have had more substance instead of feeling as if the drama/events were 'highlighted'.

There is some violence, not a lot of gore, but because of the borderline adult content, I think this is only suitable for readers seventeen and older.

A good book and series.

3 Stars

Nature of Frost by Jus Accardo is a fantastic wrap-up to the Omen of Ice duology. This sequel dives deeper into the fae realms, introducing us to new lands and characters that add richness to the story. The world-building is top-notch, making the fae world feel vivid and immersive.

What I really appreciated was how Keltania and Valen's relationship evolved. Instead of being overly focused on romance, they prioritized their mission, strengthening their bond through friendship and trust. This approach made their connection feel genuine and mature, which was refreshing.

The pacing kept me hooked, balancing action and character development seamlessly. Accardo ties up the series beautifully, leaving me satisfied yet yearning for more adventures in this enchanting world.

If you’re drawn to lushly detailed fantasy worlds, action-packed plots, and romantic subplots that emphasize trust and partnership, The Nature of Frost is the perfect book for you. Highly recommended for fans of fae lore, intricate world-building, and characters that feel like real people.

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.

Some worlds are easy to dive back into, this was a binge-worthy conclusion to the Omen Of Ice duology!

After how book one ended I was really curious to see what new challenges Keltania , Valen and Daroose would have to face in "Nature of Frost" this unlikely trio can't seem to catch a break for long.

I thought the author did a great job not only crafting a plot that kept me turning pages but also an ending that left me feeling satisfied with this duology's conclusion. Her writing style is engaging, the world is really interesting and most of the characters are easy to root for.

This is a series I will continue to recommend and I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

Thank you Jus Accardo, Net Galley and Entangled Publishing Group- LLC for providing me with an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own.

This was such a good book. I loved the story and the writing so much. The characters were great and the story flowed smoothly. Will definitely read more books by this author in the future.