Thank you to Bloom and Netgalley for the ARC!

Overall, I am really into this concept of co-existing pantheons and the overarching plotline. I greatly enjoyed the first book of the series. Unfortunately, I think this one just needed more, and that makes me sad to say because I was excited about this book. I was torn, and have gone back and forth about my thoughts.

I liked the introduction of the new pantheons, and how they interact with each other. I liked the lore that was featured. There were comedic moments, and some lines that resonated with me. Pretty good plot twists.

A lot of it felt repetitive of book one. Different scenarios, but same conflicts. I would have expected some more growth from Marlow. It felt like she was just kind of along for the ride in her own story. Though new side characters were introduced, most of the book followed only 2 of the 5 major players, and I really felt a bit of a lull where the other characters were missing from the story. I was most interested in the last 30-40% of the book, which was where a lot of the action happened.

I will likely still read the next book, and hope for the best.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloom for this eARC in exchange for an honest review!

This was an excellent follow up to the first book and I loved continuing Fauna’s journey! While I did find the first portion of the book a bit slow to start, I loved learning about the different pantheons and visiting more realms. And the ending left me reeling! So glad this is not the end.

Piper CJ does it again. Book one really took me on a mental journey. What I thought was reality was twisted so beautifully. Heading in to book two I thought I was connected to the characters already, now I’m living in these pages. Is it because I come from childhood, religious, and adulthood traumas? Maybe. But these characters bring me the nostalgia of growing up wishing for other gods than the only one shoved down my throat. The journey these characters are on is beautiful and captivating. Keep me in hell, thanks!

Piper CJ did it again. I have so many indescribable feelings about this book and what I've read, its hard for me to say much without spoilers. I can't same much more but OH MY GODS
I need book three immediately, and this is my favorite series.

Piper Piper Piper. Announcing book 3 in the week before book 2. And it’s an understatement to say we NEED book 3.
I still cannot properly comprehend my thoughts and it’s a jumble of emotions. Piper did it again. The middle grade might not be her genre but let it be said that SHE IS MADE FOR FANTASY. Epic, gripping, and wonderfully creative. I am obsessed with everything in this world. The characters are familiar (I still don’t like Fauna blegh)
It tends to be a bit confusing with all the mythology and I couldn’t get into it after a long day, but the hard work of reading this is worth it!!

That ending was ROUGH! Tears are still rolling down my cheeks as I’m writing this so apologies for any typos.

Why do I love and want to throttle every single character? I mean I LOVE them but oh my gods. I still want more and will be DEVOURING the next book as soon as I can get my grabby hands on it!!

Also CANNOT WAIT to see how everything spirals, interlocks, falls apart and rebuilds. Or who we see.

I LOVED Dorian and Poppy too! (I won’t spoil them for you but they are well loved from my side)

“Consider this my rebirth. Here the fuck I am”

Thank you to Sourcebooks Bloom for the earc. All opinions are my own.

The second book in this series starts up right where the previous one ends. We have Marlow and Fauna trying to save Caliban and Az. There was a whole lot of information in this book, different Gods and so much back story. The flip flopping of the earlier chapters got confusing, but I realized as I went the information was necessary. I do feel this could have been edited down a bit, as I wasn’t really hooked until around 70% of the book. Definitely an unexpected twist at the end and ending on a cliffhanger.

This book made me laugh, cry, and gave me emotional goosebumps.

I LOVE the various pantheons Piper explores and how personal and religious trauma are translated.

This was a highly anticipated read and it definitely stood up and surpassed my initial expectations.

Rating: 3.5

There was a lot to love in this book – the characters are excellent, the author has a great sense of humor and I loved how modern language and examples tied in with mythology and theology. I think I just was hoping that more would happen in this book, and it felt a little slow paced to me and there were times that felt like a bit of an info dump.

That said, this is the most unique series I've ever read, and I look forward to the next book. This book definitely set up for some big things to come and I think readers will see payoff from everything learned in Fox and the Falcon.

Oh my god! ….I mean oh the other gods!!…. This book was amazing! If you are willing to have your mind opened and challenged while having fun reading, this is the book for you!

A well written sequel.
I loved the plot and the characters.
I loved the first book.
Highly recommend.

2.5/5

I am unsure of my thoughts on this book. In the first book, Marlowe didn't even believe Caliban was real for the first half of the book. Once she knows he's real, she has to go on this epic journey to save him, but she never gets a chance to actually be with/know him truly. Now in book two, she still is unable to be with him because he is still in the same unresolved problem from book one. It just seems like she is going through a lot of trouble for someone she didn't believe was real (I get that they are soul bound, or whatever, but it just feels kind of lazy and insta-lovey). This almost felt like an extremely extended epilogue since the entire novel was just waiting to resolve the conflict that the first book left on a cliff hanger. Even more, her relationship with both Caliban and Fauna felt so disingenuous because they were lying and keeping secrets from her constantly. I enjoy Pipers writing style and the world building, but I didn't love the plot or character development.

Thank you NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

First of all, a HUUUUUUUUGE thank you to Bloom and Netgalley for starting my year off strong with an ARC of Piper CJ's The Fox and The Falcon. This was one of my most anticipated reads for 2025 and I am beyond thrilled that I got to read it early! A shelf trophy and the audiobook are on pre-order and I cannot wait to experience this masterpiece all over again on February 18th!

I am still madly in love with Fauna and the sugar induced chaos she creates. Seeing her character develop further in this book was everything I could have asked for and more! She is a true treasure.

Marlow's story and experiences speak to my heart and soul. I connect with her character on an unmatched level. Where The Deer and The Dragon focused heavily on religious trauma, this book uses Marlow's family dynamic as it's cornerstone. While I am always here for a tragic backstory, there's just something about Marlow's that hits so much closer to home. Watching her come into herself and finally take a stand was refreshing and so rewarding for me as the reader to experience.

Being able to look at all the different pantheons throughout this book was incredible. It's very rare that I find a book that itches my intrigue enough to do my own deep dive. I found myself putting the book down only to do my own research on the different lores and try and come up with my own theories on what might happen next.

Over all this book was absolute perfection. An easy 5 Star. I cannot wait for the next book in this series and will continue to hound every reader I know to start the No Other Gods series!

First, thank you Bloom and NetGalley for this Arc I received (and I apologize it took me so long to get to it.)

This was a wonderful follow up to the first book, and I just fell in love with Fauna even more (sorry Marlow and Caliban). I enjoyed the adventure to new pantheons and continue to love the concept of this storyline. The first portion felt a bit slow to me, but once we started traveling (and taking on assholes in parks), everything picked up. I definitely look forward to continuing this series (you can't stop now, can you Piper?!)

I devoured this book. A well written sequel to the cliffhanger of The Deer and the Dragon. I hate to say it but I love Fauna more than Marlowe. We get more dynamics and relationships in this installment than the first and it felt more well rounded.

“'I’ve dedicated lifetime after lifetime to finding you,' he murmured. 'Maybe it’s my turn.'”

Picking up right where The Deer and the Dragon left off, The Fox and the Falcon follows Marlowe as she attempts to find a way to save her paramour (who until recently she thought was a figment of her imagination).

I couldn’t help but thinking while reading this that this feels like a book for Rick Riordan fans who have grown up. Piper does a brilliant job of bringing deities to life, but what I love is that she doesn’t just focus on the ones we know well. In this book we see Norse mythology, Greek mythology and Christian mythology, all of which are decently well known. But major players also come from Canaanite mythology, which I knew nothing about prior to reading this, and we also see hints at future pantheons that might be involved in the next books. The amount of research Piper has put into this book is evident, with even what I think was a nod at some not being included due to be a closed practice which I thought was absolutely amazingly well thought out.

I loved this book. While perhaps not as fast paced as the first book, I always wanted to turn to the next page to find out what would happen. The plot wasn’t predictable, at least not to me. I’m so looking forward to the next books in the series!

My only complaint is that Marlowe is still insufferably ignorant. I think it is meant to show that she is human, but I am human and I understand the stuff that she clearly doesn’t about fae and such. And sure I read a lot of fantasy, but she is an author! I do wish she wasn’t so unknowledgeable on basic fae/god/not human practices. Maybe she will improve in the next book. At least it seems that Fauna agrees with me.

Thank you Bloom Books and Piper CJ for the advanced reader's copy of this book. I highly recommend it!

Fauna, Fauna, Fauna! Oh sorry, I thought maybe she was like Beetlejuice and would show up... What I would give to have a friend like her?!

Piper has once again replaced my favorite book with another. From the vivid descriptions of all the realms our lovely crew of adventurers visit, to the deep connections of Marlow's flashbacks, this book had me absolutely gripped from start to finish.

The only negative I have to say about this book is the author is forcing me to wait for the next installment to be released!

Thank you NetGalley & Bloom Books for this ARC!

Book two in this series is just as action packed as the first. I absolutely love Fauna and was thrilled she had a main part in this sequel (I’m begging for more Azrames!!) My absolute favorite part of this book and series is the exploration of multiple pantheons. I’ve never read a book that brings all of them together and where the characters even visit multiple worlds! However, I would love a glossary breakdown to keep track of who is in what pantheon and how they are connected. I can see how it would be confusing for a reader who doesn’t already have some knowledge over the different Greek and Norse gods/goddesses.

4 stars, and already excited for book three!!

I absolutely DEVOURED this book. Piper’s No Other Gods series is one of my absolute favorites! Her writing is immaculate as always. The effort, detail, and knowledge she incorporates is truly like none other.

In NOG2 we get to see more Pantheons, new characters, and a whole lot more of Marlow & Fauna. The way all the varied folklore meshes together is exquisite, in a way only Piper can write! Since this is spoiler-free, I cannot talk about my favorite new character…but let’s just say I love seeing more of the Nordes! There’s adventure, there’s secrets, twists, and a Lore galore! 100/10 recommend!

Piper has done it again. I was so incredibly stoked to get access to this book early, and then I did what every true book lover does: put off starting it so I didn't read it too fast. This was worth all the hype. In this book, Piper effortlessly pulls us into the world in a fast-paced and enthralling way. You feel like you haven't missed a beat from the last book. She builds up her characters so well that I feel like I know them. It's easy to love and understand each one. Her MC is funny, powerful, but also her own worst enemy (which is incredibly relatable). I'm failing to put into words how much this series has become my new obsession. Its lore-filled irreverence is right up there with the Hollows series by Kim Harrison. I need 15 more books now, please, Ms. CJ.