Wow, what an amazing and thrilling sequel to the Mortal Queen! It was great the be back in the wild faelands and immerse myself to the beautiful descriptions of the nature and mythical creatures. This book was full of twists and turns and takes you to exciting adventure where almost everyone is out for themselves. I also love the more information we get on Aislings and Fins relationship. Also the new side to Lir we get to see in this book is absolutely wonderful!

If you like fated mates, thrilling adventures, murky prophesies, little love triangle and magical storytelling, you will love this book❤️

Another great read in the series. I can’t wait for book 3. I lived the evolution of Aisling and her powers, her independence and strong will, and the addition characters getting backstories. This one hit me more in the feels - some tear jerker moments, elation, shock - that it was a great emotional mix throughout the entire book.

I enjoyed how this picked up from the first book’s end and kept the momentum for the first few chapters. There are some new characters and realms introduced and I enjoyed the different points of view and personalities (good and bad) that joined the storyline. Te only problem is having to wait for the third in the series. Ashley really knows how to keep you entertained and wanting to find out what’s going to happen next.

I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me the privilege of being allowed to read this book!

I had some issues with the first book, but I still very much so loved it and wanted to see where it would go. I requested to read The Savage Queen in hopes I would be approved to see where this story would go.

I am so glad I was approved because this book did exactly what I was hoping it would do! It lived and breathed and stole my heart! All the issues I had with the first one pretty well were not here at all a tiny little bit but not to where it affected me as it did in the first. The pacing increased, so much happened! This book completely shattered my heart towards the end and that ending slightly stitched it back up again! This book is well named and something that rarely happens our mortal queen completely because our savage queen and I loved every minute of it!! Now I'm stuck impatiently patiently waiting for the first two books to be released so I can bring them home and for the third book to come out! I can't wait until I'm able to have my hands on this whole trilogy!

Thank you so much again from the bottom of my heart for allowing me on this wonderful literary journey!

3.75 stars ******

I love how unique both book one and book two are. As much as the tropes are the classic tropes, the story itself is unique.

The magic system could be confusing at points but I will say most of it is later clarified and often within a few pages.

I’ve loved Aislings development as she’s grown in power and I’ve also loved how Lir changes his views etc throughout their contact.

Looking forward to book three

The Savage Queen is the sequel to The Mortal Queen.

I really am enjoying this series and can’t wait for the third in the trilogy. Aisling and Lir are the best. But be warned this is the slowest of slow burns. There is a decent love triangle, you have Dagfin that loves Aisling unconditionally and then you have Lir who is obsessed with her. The good? News is that it’s hard to choose who you want for her. The bad? News is that she does choose.
The beginning of the novel is a little slow and the author is still a little wordy with the descriptions, but gets better very quickly. The novel is action packed with tense scenes, and lots of angst.

Aisling has fled Lir to find the curse breaker with her brothers and Dagfin, only to be ensnared by a rival fae king that hates Lir and wants what Lir has. To gain her freedom, Lir who shows up, must win three challenges against him. The story doesn’t end there though, she must find a way to continue her journey with an angry fae king and a prince who wants no throne. A thrilling sequel.

I received an arc and this is my honest and unbiased opinion.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

"Speak her name again, and next time, I won't miss."
There were so many lines in this book that made me say "Yes!"

The slow burn is burning. Gah...This book had me wanting to yell at Lir and Aisling so many times. The characters have so much tension and the passion is simmering throughout the entire book. I love it!

I love how Lir makes Aisling rethink things from a different perspective and how Dagfin helps keep Aisling's conscience good. The tension between Lir and his brother was brutal and I was here for it. This is a true enemies-to-lovers with stabbing! Will I read the next book, yes! I need to know how this world ends and what happens between Lir and Aisling.

For the not so good, this book was more difficult for me to get through than book one. The writing didn't seem as refined and there were a few times I had to reread to understand what was going on. I also was missing the reminders of what happened in the previous book at the beginning of this story. It all came back to me as I was reading, but the beginning was hard to get into as it fully jumped back into the story. The spicy scene also could use a bit of refining. I wanted to love their moment, but there were a few things that threw me. The best example, when exactly did Lir's pants come off?!

For those who love banter, slow burn, enemies to lovers, a dash of spice, battles, and family betrayals; this is your book.

This is a continuation from the first book where you were left hanging to see what would happen. This book was all about heartache, finding oneself, and learning to trust in others. Ash is determined to get answers to all of her questions and to get them she must survive a dangerous journey. She will be put to the test so many times and her heart will be torn between two different directions. Will she choose Lir or Dagfin? Will things happen as told or will a new path be forged? This book really let you feel what the main characters were going through and makes you fall in love with the story even more. I couldn’t put this book down and even now I am waiting to see what will happen next. I highly recommend this book. I was given an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

My heart has been ripped apart and I am begging for more.
That ending… just phenomenal once again.
Simply saying I enjoyed Ashley Metzler’s writing would be an understatement. I have been enthralled. She is detailed in her descriptions, immersing us into the world she has created.
Picking up right where the first book ends…
Aisling continues her journey of self discovery. The story leaves off with her now racing against friends and foes to seek out the answers to her burning questions and the so called Curse Breaker that may turn the world they know upside down.

Her growth undeniably relatable. She is hungry for truth, for strength and power. She does not give up her power for anyone. Instead, she seeks it out. She plays with her power, learning and growing with it. Yet, there are times she is hesitant, unsure and influenced by some of those around her.

Her dynamic with Lir expands. Their slow burn further igniting.
There is also , Dagfin, devoted to Aisling, kind hearted and courageous. His character absolutely one of my favorites.
The two of them pulling Aisling to either side of herself - pushing her to choose between them and who she wishes to be.

There are many twists and turns to this epic fantasy. My heart was ripped out, stitched together and again in the end destroyed.

I don’t want to spoil the story - I can go on for days.
All I can say is this is a must read.

Wow! When The Mortal Queen ended on a cliffhanger I was stressed. I’m so happy I was able to get this ARC immediately after finishing. There was so much growth within Aisling, Lir, Dagfin that added to their complexity as characters. I never knew where the story was going or which plot twists to expect. We got some new characters like Fionn and Racat and saw a lot more of Aisling’s brothers. This journey was definitely an interesting one! I’m glad that Lir and Aisling’s relationship progressed because I love him BADDD. I loved how their relationship was the complete opposite of Dagfin and Aisling’s and how that was continuously shown throughout the book. Overall, if you can’t tell I’m obsessed and need book 3 NOW!

Thank you to Second Sky and NetGalley for the ARC!

5/5⭐️ I could not put this book down!! I was on the edge of my seat throughout this entire book. Aisling is quickly becoming one of my all time favorite FMC’s; she’s cunning and smart and fearless. And Lir, oh my god, I would let this man hunt me any day. I’m just so obsessed with Ashley’s writing from the complexity of the characters to the lore. I am convinced that I would read anything this woman writes! Ashley Metzler is truly a genius!! I am dyinggg for the next book! Cannot recommend this enough. I want to thank Ashley and Second Sky publishing for allowing me access to read this book early!

The Savage Queen picks up where the previous book left off and it had me hooked from beginning to end. Aisling is on the run with Dagfin, Fergus, Iarbonel, Annind and Starn as they make their way to Lofgren's Rise for very different reasons. Aisling should be safe traveling with her brothers and Dagfin, but things are very different, and she's now seen as the enemy even by those she once called family. Aisling is determined to find the answers to who and what she has become, and the journey seems to have more problems than it does answers. Everyone is either determined to kill her or use her, and Lir is determined to chase her down until she is once again in his arms. The real reason as to why he wants her so desperately remains to be seen, but he is not the only one. Fionn has always wanted what belongs to Lir and Aisling is just the icing on the cake. There are enemies at every corner, and everyone is making power plays, however, the biggest player hasn't even started the party yet, but when she does, she does with a vengeance and a broken heart. This story has suspense, mystery, power plays, enemies, allies, friendships, love, romance, steamy scenes, threats, deaths and a cliffhanger ending that will have you wondering if your ally is really your ally or just another power-hungry player in the scheme of things. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series to find out what happens next with Lir, Aisling, The Lady, Danu, Fionn, the mortals, Racat and the others in the other world because I have a feeling that we haven't seen the last of someone that was lost and I'm excited to find out if I'm right.

I was so happy this ARC was released right after the first because I couldn’t wait to keep reading. This book had a lot more growth for all of the characters. I was very happy to see Aisling finally stand up to her brothers and start to embrace her power. While the ending of it wasn’t ideal, I did also enjoy Aisling and Dagfin’s relationship because he was truly doing everything for her, unlike her brothers. I was also very happy to finally have Aisling and Lir’s relationship progress as I felt like that is what was missing from the first book. I was engaged the entire time and new characters like Fionn and Racat added to all the drama. Can’t wait for the next!

Thank you to Second Sky and NetGalley for the ARC!

The Savage Queen by A. Metzler, published by Second Sky Publishing, is the next installment in the Aisling Trilogy. This is not a astand alone, the books are best read in order.
The story picks up where the previous book was left off.
Aisling was married to the fae king Lir. She's a survivor, surviving betrayal and battle for life. She's bound to Lir but has to amke a decision, has to chose.
This second book is just as fantastic as the first one.
A pleasure reading this ya fantasy, 5 stars.

This was such an emotional roller coaster but so well worth it! Aisling has become so inspirational and powerful that I am so looking forward to see how her journey continues in the next book. I love how descriptive the fire is in this series, powerful both figuratively and physically. There was so many OMG moments that this book will keep you on your toes.

Thank you to NetGalley and Second Sky for this ARC!

The slow burn in this series was no joke. After the miscommunications and misconceptions in the first book, Aisling and Lir's relationship finally progresses in a major way. It was satisfying to see Aisling using her stubbornness for Lir rather than against him. The spice was tastefully done and very gentle open door (with dimmed lights). The pacing wasn't as fast as the first book but still a really fun read!