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Creepy Hollow #2
The Faerie Prince
Packed with spine-tingling intrigue and swoonworthy romance, the plot thickens in this YA fantasy from author Rachel Morgan...
Guardian trainee Violet Fairdale is just weeks away from one of the most important occasions of her life: graduation. After messing up big time by bringing a human into the fae realm, Vi needs to step up her game and forget about Nate if she hopes to graduate as the top guardian of her year. Everything would be fine if she wasn't forced to partner with Ryn, her ex-friend, ex-enemy, current 'sort of friend'. They might be trying to patch up their relationship, but does she really want to spend a week undercover with him for their final assignment? On top of that, the possibly insane Unseelie Prince is still on the loose, free to 'collect' as many specially talented faeries as he can find--and Vi is still at the top of his list. Add in faerie queens, enchanted storms, complicated not-just-friends feelings, and a murder within the Guild itself, and graduation is about to become the least of Vi's problems.
Guardian trainee Violet Fairdale is just weeks away from one of the most important occasions of her life: graduation. After messing up big time by bringing a human into the fae realm, Vi needs to step up her game and forget about Nate if she hopes to graduate as the top guardian of her year. Everything would be fine if she wasn't forced to partner with Ryn, her ex-friend, ex-enemy, current 'sort of friend'. They might be trying to patch up their relationship, but does she really want to spend a week undercover with him for their final assignment? On top of that, the possibly insane Unseelie Prince is still on the loose, free to 'collect' as many specially talented faeries as he can find--and Vi is still at the top of his list. Add in faerie queens, enchanted storms, complicated not-just-friends feelings, and a murder within the Guild itself, and graduation is about to become the least of Vi's problems.
406 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2013
About the author
Rachel Morgan
48 books1,759 followersRachel Morgan spent a good deal of her childhood living in a fantasy land of her own making, crafting endless stories of make-believe and occasionally writing some of them down. After completing a degree in genetics and discovering she still wasn’t grown-up enough for a ‘real’ job, she decided to return to those story worlds still spinning around her imagination.
These days she spends much of her time immersed in fantasy land once more, writing fiction for young adults and those young at heart.
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August 12, 2015
SUCH A GOOD SEQUEL!
January 3, 2016
I'm dead.
I can't deal with this awesomeness.This book is phenomenal.This series is just getting better and better.Violet and Ryn will be the death of me.That ending left me speechless.Thank God I have the next installment,otherwise I would've gone insane.The Faerie War,here I come.I'm ready to get my heart broken and my soul taken away by Rachel Morgan...I'm also ready for some kick-ass action,of course.
Favourite quotes:
“The reason behind the paired final assignment is that it mimics the assignments of real guardians. So far you've been taking care of fairly simple incidents—an ogre trying to eat a child,a will-o‟-the-wisp leading a hiker to his death—”
“He considers that simple?” Honey whispers.
“What are you doing here?” I demand.
“I felt in a need of a laugh and knew the sight of you first thing in the morning would do the trick."
“You are more beautiful than any other girl in this room.”
“How the hell did that happen?”
“Dripping wet in a secret passage,” Ryn says before I can answer. “It was pretty damn hot.”
I can't deal with this awesomeness.This book is phenomenal.This series is just getting better and better.Violet and Ryn will be the death of me.That ending left me speechless.Thank God I have the next installment,otherwise I would've gone insane.The Faerie War,here I come.I'm ready to get my heart broken and my soul taken away by Rachel Morgan...I'm also ready for some kick-ass action,of course.
Favourite quotes:
“The reason behind the paired final assignment is that it mimics the assignments of real guardians. So far you've been taking care of fairly simple incidents—an ogre trying to eat a child,a will-o‟-the-wisp leading a hiker to his death—”
“He considers that simple?” Honey whispers.
“What are you doing here?” I demand.
“I felt in a need of a laugh and knew the sight of you first thing in the morning would do the trick."
“You are more beautiful than any other girl in this room.”
“How the hell did that happen?”
“Dripping wet in a secret passage,” Ryn says before I can answer. “It was pretty damn hot.”
February 1, 2017
OMG I love, love LOVE, the cover!
This is the second novel in the series; it begins where the first novel left off. Just like the first novel I was immediately hooked to the story-line, and couldn't put it down!!
The first novel, [The Faerie Guardian] was more of an action based story; this one was more on character development, focusing on relationships and such. I love the characters!
Violet and her fun internal monologue. She's smart, independent, hard-working, sassy and strong. Graduation means everything to her, and to graduate she has to go out into the real world, determining what the future will hold, however, it's not as easy as it may seem. Vi and Ryn, after years of hate and vengeful actions against each other - awaiting for their final most important assignment before graduation, just like the other trainees. Their road is filled with turns and twists on their final assignment and after graduation they find themselves uncovering secrets of their world, learning more about their past and their parents' past.
The Faerie Prince was a really captivating story, it really pulls the reader in! I definitely could not stop reading! There were many features that made this story enjoyable. I just had to find out what was happening next. I definitely recommend it. more, from this author. I can't wait to see where the author takes us next! What a great series! Can't wait to read
Happy Reading!!
-Ana @SoManyBooksSoLittleTime
Review is also posted at SO MANY BOOKS, SO LITTLE TIME
This is the second novel in the series; it begins where the first novel left off. Just like the first novel I was immediately hooked to the story-line, and couldn't put it down!!
The first novel, [The Faerie Guardian] was more of an action based story; this one was more on character development, focusing on relationships and such. I love the characters!
Violet and her fun internal monologue. She's smart, independent, hard-working, sassy and strong. Graduation means everything to her, and to graduate she has to go out into the real world, determining what the future will hold, however, it's not as easy as it may seem. Vi and Ryn, after years of hate and vengeful actions against each other - awaiting for their final most important assignment before graduation, just like the other trainees. Their road is filled with turns and twists on their final assignment and after graduation they find themselves uncovering secrets of their world, learning more about their past and their parents' past.
The Faerie Prince was a really captivating story, it really pulls the reader in! I definitely could not stop reading! There were many features that made this story enjoyable. I just had to find out what was happening next. I definitely recommend it. more, from this author. I can't wait to see where the author takes us next! What a great series! Can't wait to read
Happy Reading!!
-Ana @SoManyBooksSoLittleTime
Review is also posted at SO MANY BOOKS, SO LITTLE TIME
June 5, 2013
So I used to love Nate but now I'm totally in love with Ryn. Magic carpet ride and glowing worm butts LOL Very swoony. And what an ending?! Where is Ryn and why did she drink that!?! And what the flip is Nate doing?!?!
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Violet is nearing graduation but has to complete one final test mission. She is partnered with Ryn who is slowly becoming her friend again. Their mission is important but seems simple enough. With all the extra alone time with Ryn, Vi slowly begins to see him as a true friend and perhaps more? The mission takes a disastrous turn and Vi is determined to graduate at the top of her class.
I loved the first book but I think I loved this one even more! In the first installment I really liked Nate but towards the end as we saw more Ryn I became intrigued with him. Ryn was always a great scene stealer and him having such a big part in this book made me happy. He is snarky and has a bit of an ego but with Vi he always lets his vulnerable side show. Partly because they have known each other since they were kids but the death of his brother really hurt them and I am happy they are slowly putting that behind them. They have great chemistry and sexual tension. I kept waiting for something to happen and when it finally did sparks were really flying. They still have a lot to get past but Ryn pulls out some romantic gestures that I don't think anyone could refuse. Lots of swoon worthy scenes.
Vi has had a hard time moving past Nate but I love that she is still so determined to do well and graduate at the top. While I am totally loving Ryn, I still feel bad for Nate and was kind of hoping he could redeem himself. His character is taking an interesting and surprising turn. Vi continues to kick butt and wants to prove herself as a great guardian. She takes matters into her own hands and finds herself and her loved ones in a terrible bind. I was quite shocked with the ending and left a bit hanging. Things were going so well so of course bam everything has to fall apart! Anxiously awaiting the next book.
Couldn't put this one down.
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"Now you're the one joking."
"Of course." I sigh. "I have nothing but the lowest expectations when it comes to you, Ryn."
"And I shall continue to live down to them."
"I think you just graduated from Pixie Sticks to Sexy Pixie."
"Oh, bite me," I snap as I head to the bedside table to fetch my miniature emergency and potions kits.
"I guess I could," he says, "but that would probably make thins a little awkward between us."
"He'd probably be horrified if he knew I want to throw myself on top of him and tear his shirt off. I'm kind of horrified myself."
"I don't want to be with any Undergrounder, V. I want you."
"It just feels right when you're beside me. It feels like I've been lost in the desert for years, and...I've finally come home."
"It had better be good."
"It's always good when I'm talking."
Ryn <3
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Violet is nearing graduation but has to complete one final test mission. She is partnered with Ryn who is slowly becoming her friend again. Their mission is important but seems simple enough. With all the extra alone time with Ryn, Vi slowly begins to see him as a true friend and perhaps more? The mission takes a disastrous turn and Vi is determined to graduate at the top of her class.
I loved the first book but I think I loved this one even more! In the first installment I really liked Nate but towards the end as we saw more Ryn I became intrigued with him. Ryn was always a great scene stealer and him having such a big part in this book made me happy. He is snarky and has a bit of an ego but with Vi he always lets his vulnerable side show. Partly because they have known each other since they were kids but the death of his brother really hurt them and I am happy they are slowly putting that behind them. They have great chemistry and sexual tension. I kept waiting for something to happen and when it finally did sparks were really flying. They still have a lot to get past but Ryn pulls out some romantic gestures that I don't think anyone could refuse. Lots of swoon worthy scenes.
Vi has had a hard time moving past Nate but I love that she is still so determined to do well and graduate at the top. While I am totally loving Ryn, I still feel bad for Nate and was kind of hoping he could redeem himself. His character is taking an interesting and surprising turn. Vi continues to kick butt and wants to prove herself as a great guardian. She takes matters into her own hands and finds herself and her loved ones in a terrible bind. I was quite shocked with the ending and left a bit hanging. Things were going so well so of course bam everything has to fall apart! Anxiously awaiting the next book.
Couldn't put this one down.
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"Now you're the one joking."
"Of course." I sigh. "I have nothing but the lowest expectations when it comes to you, Ryn."
"And I shall continue to live down to them."
"I think you just graduated from Pixie Sticks to Sexy Pixie."
"Oh, bite me," I snap as I head to the bedside table to fetch my miniature emergency and potions kits.
"I guess I could," he says, "but that would probably make thins a little awkward between us."
"He'd probably be horrified if he knew I want to throw myself on top of him and tear his shirt off. I'm kind of horrified myself."
"I don't want to be with any Undergrounder, V. I want you."
"It just feels right when you're beside me. It feels like I've been lost in the desert for years, and...I've finally come home."
"It had better be good."
"It's always good when I'm talking."
Ryn <3
April 18, 2021
❝ And just so you know, the first part of your body that
touches me is the first part you'll lose. ❞
WHAT THE ACTUAL SNICKERDOODLES. I AM SO PISSED OFF BY THAT ENDING BUT ALSO REALLY INTRIGUED AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH MY LIFE RIGHT NOW.
I haven't read a book like this in a while. It's one of those books that you just lose yourself in and enjoy wholeheartedly.
Admittedly, this book took me a while to read because I sort of forgot about it (mostly because I've been super busy with my studies). But I decided to finish reading it and I have NO regrets.
I definitely reccomend this if you enjoy;
· enemies to lovers
· villains that are in dire need of punches in the facial area
· tension, SO MUCH TENSION
· an mc that you want to also slap b/c they keep making dumb decisions
· faeries and magic
· endings that piss you off to new extremes (WHY AUTHOR? WHY? I'M GOING TO BE SO BROKE BY THE END OF THIS SERIES)
· books that leave you wanting more
This was an amazon freebie, but it was stellar compared to others I've downloaded. I am surely going to buy this series in the future or at least request it from the library cause this was lovely! This author deserves so much more recognition and it actually bothers me that this book isn't more well known.
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touches me is the first part you'll lose. ❞
WHAT THE ACTUAL SNICKERDOODLES. I AM SO PISSED OFF BY THAT ENDING BUT ALSO REALLY INTRIGUED AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH MY LIFE RIGHT NOW.
I haven't read a book like this in a while. It's one of those books that you just lose yourself in and enjoy wholeheartedly.
Admittedly, this book took me a while to read because I sort of forgot about it (mostly because I've been super busy with my studies). But I decided to finish reading it and I have NO regrets.
I definitely reccomend this if you enjoy;
· enemies to lovers
· villains that are in dire need of punches in the facial area
· tension, SO MUCH TENSION
· an mc that you want to also slap b/c they keep making dumb decisions
· faeries and magic
· endings that piss you off to new extremes (WHY AUTHOR? WHY? I'M GOING TO BE SO BROKE BY THE END OF THIS SERIES)
· books that leave you wanting more
This was an amazon freebie, but it was stellar compared to others I've downloaded. I am surely going to buy this series in the future or at least request it from the library cause this was lovely! This author deserves so much more recognition and it actually bothers me that this book isn't more well known.
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January 2, 2016
Eh.
I think this is worth reading once, if you don't get too annoyed by emotionally immature characters, teenage romance (passion of a thousand flames at first makeout, etc), or people being praised as "intelligent" who continually miss obvious leads and make decidedly unintelligent decisions.
Those things annoy me, so it's not my cup of tea, but these books are getting 4 star ratings from others, so maybe it's mostly a taste issue(?)
I do like the main character's inner dialogue- it's quirky and feels real, even when other things (plot, secondary characters) feel a bit contrived.
Overall: mostly indifferent about this one.
I think this is worth reading once, if you don't get too annoyed by emotionally immature characters, teenage romance (passion of a thousand flames at first makeout, etc), or people being praised as "intelligent" who continually miss obvious leads and make decidedly unintelligent decisions.
Those things annoy me, so it's not my cup of tea, but these books are getting 4 star ratings from others, so maybe it's mostly a taste issue(?)
I do like the main character's inner dialogue- it's quirky and feels real, even when other things (plot, secondary characters) feel a bit contrived.
Overall: mostly indifferent about this one.
October 17, 2016
I really liked the second installment in this series - the beginning was a bit slow but the middle and end were really exciting and I didn´t see those things comeing. Can´t wait to read the 3rd and final instalment!
December 6, 2015
Fantastic book! The ending had me screaming at my kindle.
Going to carry on with The Faerie War immediately
Going to carry on with The Faerie War immediately
July 12, 2013
This averaged at 3 stars for me because for most of the book I was thinking definite four stars, however the final few chapters and Violet's behaviour after graduation dropped it to 2 stars. The storoy is amusing as are Vi & Ryn's interactions and I really like Violet's character and how she handles her growing feelings for Ryn. I loved the action, the final assignment and the visit to the Seelie court. I also loved the development of Ryn & Violet's relationship. Especially the things Ryn does to make up for his treatment of Violet since Reed died. What let the book down for me was
April 26, 2021
Ho iniziato a leggere questa serie per caso, attirata dalle splendide cover di Angelice, e devo dire che mi sta piacendo. Pur essendo rivolta a un target #youngadult ed essendo piuttosto casta rispetto alle serie #paranormal abituali, la trovo abbastanza fantasiosa, ricca di dialoghi divertenti e scene d'azione, oltre che di bei personaggi che si svelano man mano.
Soprattutto, apprezzo Violet, che pur essendo una guardiana fatata non è la solita carina di cui s'innamorano tutti e che all'improvviso si ritrova prescelta dal destino o dotata di chissà quali poteri. Semmai assomiglia a un'adolescente umana, con molti problemi umani (le prime cotte, i compiti, l'esame finale, il ballo e con chi ci andrò, ecc.), a cui si aggiungono inconvenienti soprannaturali tipo salvare il proprio mondo, impedire agli Unseelie malvagi di trionfare, recuperare gli oggetti magici e gli indizi lasciati in passato dalla propria madre ex-guerriera.
Tornano sempre i due ragazzi tra cui si divide, ma stavolta Oryn si prende finalmente lo spazio che gli spetta e si fa conoscere per tanti aspetti che nel primo libro ci erano sfuggiti.
Azzeccata anche l'idea di inserire alla fine del libro delle scene essenziali della trama, ma viste da un POV alternativo; così possiamo vedere cosa pensavano o cos'hanno fatto nel frattempo certi personaggi e allargare lo sguardo cogliendo altri dettagli.
Unico neo è un po' il finale: ovviamente non posso scendere nel merito e di certo l'autrice ha in mente ulteriori colpi di scena, ma diciamo che mi ha piuttosto spiazzata.
Spero che il terzo volume riesca a riannodare tutti i fili in modo coerente.
Per il resto, continuo a consigliarla, pur con le avvertenza iniziali (YA).
Soprattutto, apprezzo Violet, che pur essendo una guardiana fatata non è la solita carina di cui s'innamorano tutti e che all'improvviso si ritrova prescelta dal destino o dotata di chissà quali poteri. Semmai assomiglia a un'adolescente umana, con molti problemi umani (le prime cotte, i compiti, l'esame finale, il ballo e con chi ci andrò, ecc.), a cui si aggiungono inconvenienti soprannaturali tipo salvare il proprio mondo, impedire agli Unseelie malvagi di trionfare, recuperare gli oggetti magici e gli indizi lasciati in passato dalla propria madre ex-guerriera.
Tornano sempre i due ragazzi tra cui si divide, ma stavolta Oryn si prende finalmente lo spazio che gli spetta e si fa conoscere per tanti aspetti che nel primo libro ci erano sfuggiti.
Azzeccata anche l'idea di inserire alla fine del libro delle scene essenziali della trama, ma viste da un POV alternativo; così possiamo vedere cosa pensavano o cos'hanno fatto nel frattempo certi personaggi e allargare lo sguardo cogliendo altri dettagli.
Unico neo è un po' il finale: ovviamente non posso scendere nel merito e di certo l'autrice ha in mente ulteriori colpi di scena, ma diciamo che mi ha piuttosto spiazzata.
Spero che il terzo volume riesca a riannodare tutti i fili in modo coerente.
Per il resto, continuo a consigliarla, pur con le avvertenza iniziali (YA).
August 19, 2015
NO SPOILER REVIEW!
My expectations for The Faerie Prince were extremely high as I fell in love with The Faerie Guardian and expected the same standard of extreme and total epic-ness!
I was not disappointed!
Rachel Morgan wrote a sequel that was just as good, if not better than the first of the novels!
From page one I was riveted, Violet (protagonist) had me gripped by the gut in a whirl of action, sass and her total badass ways.
We're thrown straight back into the world of magical fae and not released until the last word is read, but still weeks later I find myself in multiple conversations with my mom, who also loves the series, for all its many charms.
I'm usually one of those readers who expect plot twists and see them coming but boy, I wasn't ready for anything thrown at me!
Ryn, who I loved from day one, has reignited my belief in Prince Charming and, unfortunately, set the bar extremely high for mere mortal who hope to impress.
Strong characters, intriguing plot and action that is non stop and always tense led me to reading The Faerie Prince in under 20 hours.
I could go on about how much I adore this novel for ages, but honestly I'd like to get on with reading the next one.
The Creepy Hollow Series has now been added to my favourites list and I've recommended it to more people than I can count - enough said.
Exceptional read!
Yours within the Bookworm Revolution,
Kat Silver
www.katsilver.wordpress.com
katsilver12@gmail.com
My expectations for The Faerie Prince were extremely high as I fell in love with The Faerie Guardian and expected the same standard of extreme and total epic-ness!
I was not disappointed!
Rachel Morgan wrote a sequel that was just as good, if not better than the first of the novels!
From page one I was riveted, Violet (protagonist) had me gripped by the gut in a whirl of action, sass and her total badass ways.
We're thrown straight back into the world of magical fae and not released until the last word is read, but still weeks later I find myself in multiple conversations with my mom, who also loves the series, for all its many charms.
I'm usually one of those readers who expect plot twists and see them coming but boy, I wasn't ready for anything thrown at me!
Ryn, who I loved from day one, has reignited my belief in Prince Charming and, unfortunately, set the bar extremely high for mere mortal who hope to impress.
Strong characters, intriguing plot and action that is non stop and always tense led me to reading The Faerie Prince in under 20 hours.
I could go on about how much I adore this novel for ages, but honestly I'd like to get on with reading the next one.
The Creepy Hollow Series has now been added to my favourites list and I've recommended it to more people than I can count - enough said.
Exceptional read!
Yours within the Bookworm Revolution,
Kat Silver
www.katsilver.wordpress.com
katsilver12@gmail.com
February 10, 2017
What the hell just happened!?!?!? I swear if I didn't have book 3 ready and waiting I would be breaking things!
March 30, 2016
The Faerie Prince Review on K-Books
“But unlike anyone else,” Ryn adds, “if you upset the Seelie Queen, she might start shrieking, ‘Off with their heads!’.” The four of us stare at him. He stares back. “What? It’s . . . from a book. Never mind.”
After devouring the first book in the Creepy Hollow series in a few days, I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. The Faerie Prince was not a disappointment. It picked up right where The Faerie Guardian left off. Rachel once again gripped me from the start and I couldn't put it down until I had devoured the entire thing.
Violet has sealed herself as one of my all time favourite heroines in YA. I just love her. The Faerie Prince saw Violet be a little bit more vulnerable than in the first novel and I loved seeing this side of her. We say her vulnerable but we saw her total kick-ass'ness as well. She is just such a crazy awesome guardian and we saw that part of her that I just adore.
Nate... what the hell Nate???? I really liked Nate in the first book. He made some questionable choices but I was all ready to forgive him and fall in love with him in this book but Rachel took the romance aspect of this book in a way that I didn't expect but I am so so glad that she did. I really started to dislike Nate in this book and I don't know what the heck he is playing at but I seriously don't like it. Not cool Nate.... not cool at all!
Ryn... oh my Ryn! I liked Ryn so much in the previous book. Even when he was a total ass I still liked him. Well Rachel has made me fall head over heels in love with Ryn. I knew there was something behind his hostileness and although I think he was an absolute idiot for behaving like that I can understand it because of his fears that come out in this book. I just adore him so so much. And the more I read the more I just wanted to reach into the book and push him and Violet together. They were totally and utterly perfect for each other and I so needed their romance to happen.
The Faerie Prince was jam packed with action scenes and the more I read the more I fell in love with this story and this world. I just love everything about it. The Faerie Prince was an epic instalment in such an epic series. If you haven't read this series I suggest you do so! It's absolutely phenomenal and I cannot wait to see how Violet's story is going to end in The Faerie War.
"You have always been the one for me, even when we couldn't stand each other. You're beautiful and hot and sexy all at once, and you're more intelligent than any girl I've met. I love the fact that I've known you all my life. It just feels right when you're beside me. It feel like I've been lost in the desert for years, and... I've finally come home.”
“But unlike anyone else,” Ryn adds, “if you upset the Seelie Queen, she might start shrieking, ‘Off with their heads!’.” The four of us stare at him. He stares back. “What? It’s . . . from a book. Never mind.”
After devouring the first book in the Creepy Hollow series in a few days, I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. The Faerie Prince was not a disappointment. It picked up right where The Faerie Guardian left off. Rachel once again gripped me from the start and I couldn't put it down until I had devoured the entire thing.
Violet has sealed herself as one of my all time favourite heroines in YA. I just love her. The Faerie Prince saw Violet be a little bit more vulnerable than in the first novel and I loved seeing this side of her. We say her vulnerable but we saw her total kick-ass'ness as well. She is just such a crazy awesome guardian and we saw that part of her that I just adore.
Nate... what the hell Nate???? I really liked Nate in the first book. He made some questionable choices but I was all ready to forgive him and fall in love with him in this book but Rachel took the romance aspect of this book in a way that I didn't expect but I am so so glad that she did. I really started to dislike Nate in this book and I don't know what the heck he is playing at but I seriously don't like it. Not cool Nate.... not cool at all!
Ryn... oh my Ryn! I liked Ryn so much in the previous book. Even when he was a total ass I still liked him. Well Rachel has made me fall head over heels in love with Ryn. I knew there was something behind his hostileness and although I think he was an absolute idiot for behaving like that I can understand it because of his fears that come out in this book. I just adore him so so much. And the more I read the more I just wanted to reach into the book and push him and Violet together. They were totally and utterly perfect for each other and I so needed their romance to happen.
The Faerie Prince was jam packed with action scenes and the more I read the more I fell in love with this story and this world. I just love everything about it. The Faerie Prince was an epic instalment in such an epic series. If you haven't read this series I suggest you do so! It's absolutely phenomenal and I cannot wait to see how Violet's story is going to end in The Faerie War.
"You have always been the one for me, even when we couldn't stand each other. You're beautiful and hot and sexy all at once, and you're more intelligent than any girl I've met. I love the fact that I've known you all my life. It just feels right when you're beside me. It feel like I've been lost in the desert for years, and... I've finally come home.”
December 1, 2018
So yeah, I read this book in a day. Couldn’t put it down, blah blah blah. And now? I’m dead. Another plot twist happened I wasn’t expecting. My heart can’t take all these feels!! Guess I gotta jump right into book three...
October 14, 2016
AHHHHH HOLY HELL I CAN'T TAKE THE AWESOMENESS OF THIS BOOK I WANT MORE RIGHT NOW OMG
January 14, 2019
THE FAERIE PRINCE (Creepy Hollow #2)
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💬: Violet is near graduation and she is nervous. About Zell's plan, about her growing feelings for Ryn and the need to be on the first place in her class. While she joins forces with Ryn to find more about what's going on in the Unseelie Court, she starts to let herself feel more than friendship for him. Her broken heart finally starts to heal but obviously this book ends with an amazing and surprising cliffhanger, that made me shook and jumping to get the next book.
I loved this book because of the character development that Violet goes through as well as Ryn and even Tora. Contrasting with the character undevelopment of Nate that once again disappointed me and showed his true colors. And no one gets to make Violet cry or suffer the way she is at the end of the book, making her make wrong choices and going in a path that there's no return.
This volume was very introspective and emotive, we get to have really nice conversations between Ryn and Vi to try and fix their friendship that was broken after Ryan's brother died many years before. They build a new relationship and that was beautiful to read. Also the tension between both character was to die for, love everything about them.
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💬: Violet is near graduation and she is nervous. About Zell's plan, about her growing feelings for Ryn and the need to be on the first place in her class. While she joins forces with Ryn to find more about what's going on in the Unseelie Court, she starts to let herself feel more than friendship for him. Her broken heart finally starts to heal but obviously this book ends with an amazing and surprising cliffhanger, that made me shook and jumping to get the next book.
I loved this book because of the character development that Violet goes through as well as Ryn and even Tora. Contrasting with the character undevelopment of Nate that once again disappointed me and showed his true colors. And no one gets to make Violet cry or suffer the way she is at the end of the book, making her make wrong choices and going in a path that there's no return.
This volume was very introspective and emotive, we get to have really nice conversations between Ryn and Vi to try and fix their friendship that was broken after Ryan's brother died many years before. They build a new relationship and that was beautiful to read. Also the tension between both character was to die for, love everything about them.
June 17, 2017
Again, right when you think you know what is going on, something happens that makes you question everything! I enjoyed this read very much, mainly because Violet and Ryn may very well be one of my newest OTP. I love them so, so, so much!
But ugh! That ending! I wonder how the people who had to wait for the next book managed to survive that cliffhanger.
But ugh! That ending! I wonder how the people who had to wait for the next book managed to survive that cliffhanger.
June 19, 2013
Book Two in the Creepy Hollow series is a fast-paced read, though somewhat less break-neck in speed than Book One (phew! time to catch your breath!). Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed Book One and gave it a solid four stars.
The Faerie Princes starts up almost immediately after Book One ends, so there's not much to catch up in the gap. Vi continues to be kick-ass, though we see more of her emotional side, and watch her friendship develop with Ryn. This was interesting, and while there was a longer timeline for this story, their feelings developed and changed quite fast. It may have seemed like a longer timeline because of how much the characters went through, but a lot was happening in a little time and it's hard to say.
I also kept waiting for the titular Faerie Prince to do something. He shows initially and then disappears for a Very Long Time, and there's certainly a surprising twist at the end, but the title didn't quite fit the book for me. It set up an expectation that wasn't answered (lots of machinations and run-ins with Zell), and I don't think that's fair to the book or the reader. I almost think this is the book that should be titled "The Faerie Guardian!"
I guess what really took away from the experience for me was the ending. I am not a fan of cliff-hangers, and this story packs in every imaginable cliff hanger into the last five pages. I knew, as soon as things starting happening when I was 96% through the book, that this was going to happen. So if you don't like cliff-hangers, just let yourself pause about three or four chapters before the end (there are some relatively natural resting points), and wait for the next book before you go on! :D
Overall, an enjoyable read.
The Faerie Princes starts up almost immediately after Book One ends, so there's not much to catch up in the gap. Vi continues to be kick-ass, though we see more of her emotional side, and watch her friendship develop with Ryn. This was interesting, and while there was a longer timeline for this story, their feelings developed and changed quite fast. It may have seemed like a longer timeline because of how much the characters went through, but a lot was happening in a little time and it's hard to say.
I also kept waiting for the titular Faerie Prince to do something. He shows initially and then disappears for a Very Long Time, and there's certainly a surprising twist at the end, but the title didn't quite fit the book for me. It set up an expectation that wasn't answered (lots of machinations and run-ins with Zell), and I don't think that's fair to the book or the reader. I almost think this is the book that should be titled "The Faerie Guardian!"
I guess what really took away from the experience for me was the ending. I am not a fan of cliff-hangers, and this story packs in every imaginable cliff hanger into the last five pages. I knew, as soon as things starting happening when I was 96% through the book, that this was going to happen. So if you don't like cliff-hangers, just let yourself pause about three or four chapters before the end (there are some relatively natural resting points), and wait for the next book before you go on! :D
Overall, an enjoyable read.
June 13, 2013
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Update
Oh man, you did not!
The Faerie Prince is THE BOMB. I already read it TWICE this weekend. Yep, it was THAT good. Will read it one more time before I write my review for the tour. Oh, and I'm going to say this again. I LOVE RYN! *full-on fangirl mode* Damn, this book left me daydreaming. It deserves more than a million glowbutts -- I mean, stars. I'd give it the galaxy if I can.
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Update
Oh man, you did not!
The Faerie Prince is THE BOMB. I already read it TWICE this weekend. Yep, it was THAT good. Will read it one more time before I write my review for the tour. Oh, and I'm going to say this again. I LOVE RYN! *full-on fangirl mode* Damn, this book left me daydreaming. It deserves more than a million glowbutts -- I mean, stars. I'd give it the galaxy if I can.
Full review:
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April 1, 2022
THIS. SERIES. IS. AWESOME.
I LOVED IT!!!!!!!! Let me just talk about Ryn and Vi relationship! THEY ARE FREAKING CUTE TOGETHER!
Every time I start a series I have to read the first book and then start with another book in another series, but in this series I couldn't help but read the next book as soon as I finish the first and I can't seem to get enough!
Ryn and Violet are goals! These type of romance are my favorite. They HATED each other at the beginning and now they can't live without the other and to me this is true love. It came from nowhere.
I just don't know how to describe it I love them so much!
I LOVED IT!!!!!!!! Let me just talk about Ryn and Vi relationship! THEY ARE FREAKING CUTE TOGETHER!
Every time I start a series I have to read the first book and then start with another book in another series, but in this series I couldn't help but read the next book as soon as I finish the first and I can't seem to get enough!
Ryn and Violet are goals! These type of romance are my favorite. They HATED each other at the beginning and now they can't live without the other and to me this is true love. It came from nowhere.
I just don't know how to describe it I love them so much!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 4, 2013
First off, I want to say that I think the book cover of The Faerie Prince is absolutely beautiful, and representative of an amazing story! The Creepy Hollow series is magical, mysterious, intriguing, and addicting! I was so excited to continue Violet's adventure, after reading the first book in the series, The Faerie Guardian. I loved the sequel even more than the first book in the series, and that's saying a lot, because the first book was excellent! The story opens with Violet watching Nate's window, night after night, hoping for a glimpse of him, and trying to heal from her heartbreak. Vi and Ryn are trying to be friends again, but are awkward with one another. Then, comes the time for all of the trainees to become paired up for their final assignment before their graduation to become guardians. Vi and Ryn get paired up as partners, and are given the task of looking into a matter for the Seelie Queen. Vi is disappointed because this task appears small, easy, and boring, while her other classmates get to travel to exotic places, and put their guardian training to the test. However, this task isn't as simple as it appears to be, and Vi, and Ryn are pulled into a dangerous, and challenging situation that involves the powerful and evil Unseelie Queen, and her two sons.
The Faerie Prince was imaginative, beautifully described, fast-paced, action-packed, full of mystery, and suspense. Ms. Morgan is a very talented author. She knows how to get the reader intrigued with her story telling skills, and before you know it, you are hooked, and do not want to put the book down. There were so many twists, and turns, and this story was one large never ending adventure. Their were many sub plots that connected with the main plot in surprising ways, and much like an intricate puzzle, I enjoyed attempting to decipher the clues, and put them all together, to figure out the whole picture. The pace of this story had me looking at the book saying, "Wow, I already read 100 pages?" Then, before I knew it I was thinking, "Awww, I only have 30 pages left." This story was so entertaining, that I didn't want it to end!
I loved the fact that one of my favorite characters, Ryn, was a major part of the story line. Ryn and Vi are meant to be together. They have such a dynamic chemistry when they are together on the page. They constantly have a push, pull relationship occurring between them. I love Vi and Ryan's playful banter, snarky sarcasm, flirting, and magnetic chemistry with one another. I loved the build up of these two coming to terms with their feelings for one another. In the majority of the first book their was no love lost between them, then in this story, they really took the time to rebuild their childhood friendship, and got to know each other on such a deep level. They learned each other's greatest fears, hopes, dreams, and secrets. Ryn challenges Vi like no one else possibly can, and she challenges him right back! Vi is a strong, intelligent, and courageous character. Yet , she isn't perfect. She is real, authentic, and comes to life. Vi has very "human" traits. She is also stubborn, impulsive, impatient, and doesn't like admitting when she is wrong. She is such a well-rounded character, and the more I get to know her, the more I like her. Vi made a huge amount of character growth in this sequel. She learned to let herself "feel" her emotions, how to trust, and take a chance, at the expense of having her heart broken. Ryn, also grew immensely. He learned how to admit when he was wrong, and he also learned how to trust, and take a chance on Vi. Their relationship was very real, and refreshing!
The ending of The Faerie Prince has me anxious, impatient, and excited to read the next book in this series! Ms. Morgan, you are torturing me with that ending! Vi has a whole other set of problems, and the mystery and suspense continues to build. Things were not tied up in a nice little neat bow! Vi's adventure is far from over, and I for one, can not wait to dig in, and see how this story ends!!!
I give, The Faerie Prince, 5 thrilling, exciting, mysterious, and swoon worthy stars! This book has all of the dynamics of an amazing read. It has mystery, suspense, action, romance, and passion. It also has well rounded characters, that experience growth, a highly imaginative, and engaging plot, and steamy romance that is sure to leave you wanting more! If you enjoy YA Fantasy, The Faerie Prince, and specifically, The Creepy Hollow Series, is an excellent choice for A Bookish Escape!
My Favorite Quotes:
I'm suddenly aware of how close he's sitting to me. I'm aware of his knee touching my thigh, and his hand carefully holding mine. I watch his face as he works, his beautiful blue eyes intent as he moves to my left hand and concentrates on smoothing the gel over it. My gaze falls on his lips. I really, really want to know what it feels like to- (eARC, 90)
"We should have been back at the Guild days ago! And here we are, sleeping in the dirt, sliding through the mud, and smelling like crap. Ryn snickers, 'Oh, baby, I love it when you talk dirty.' I shove a fistful of muddy leaves into his laughing mouth. ' There.' I smile sweetly. 'Now you can talk dirty too." (eARC, 104)
"Ryn isn't just the guy I used to know, or the guy I had to put up with during our final assignment. He's someone I actually enjoy being around. Someone I can shout at and fight with and have everything go back to normal in just a few minutes." (eARC, 122)
"He pulls me back into position. 'Oh, I forgot to tell you something,' he says. He leans forward and his lips brush my ear as he whispers, 'You are more beautiful than any other girl in this room." (eARC, 151)
Instead of fighting it, I close my eyes and let myself go. I feel the muscles of his shoulder beneath my hand. The frame his arms create is strong, secure, but I want those arms tighter around me. Much tighter, much closer. I want there to be no space at all between us. I. Want. Him. So. Badly. I want to kiss him, laugh with him, cry with him, share every freaking moment of my life with him because no matter how many awful things he's done in the past, I can't shake the undeniable feeling that when his arms are around me, I'm home. (eARC, 152)
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The Faerie Prince was imaginative, beautifully described, fast-paced, action-packed, full of mystery, and suspense. Ms. Morgan is a very talented author. She knows how to get the reader intrigued with her story telling skills, and before you know it, you are hooked, and do not want to put the book down. There were so many twists, and turns, and this story was one large never ending adventure. Their were many sub plots that connected with the main plot in surprising ways, and much like an intricate puzzle, I enjoyed attempting to decipher the clues, and put them all together, to figure out the whole picture. The pace of this story had me looking at the book saying, "Wow, I already read 100 pages?" Then, before I knew it I was thinking, "Awww, I only have 30 pages left." This story was so entertaining, that I didn't want it to end!
I loved the fact that one of my favorite characters, Ryn, was a major part of the story line. Ryn and Vi are meant to be together. They have such a dynamic chemistry when they are together on the page. They constantly have a push, pull relationship occurring between them. I love Vi and Ryan's playful banter, snarky sarcasm, flirting, and magnetic chemistry with one another. I loved the build up of these two coming to terms with their feelings for one another. In the majority of the first book their was no love lost between them, then in this story, they really took the time to rebuild their childhood friendship, and got to know each other on such a deep level. They learned each other's greatest fears, hopes, dreams, and secrets. Ryn challenges Vi like no one else possibly can, and she challenges him right back! Vi is a strong, intelligent, and courageous character. Yet , she isn't perfect. She is real, authentic, and comes to life. Vi has very "human" traits. She is also stubborn, impulsive, impatient, and doesn't like admitting when she is wrong. She is such a well-rounded character, and the more I get to know her, the more I like her. Vi made a huge amount of character growth in this sequel. She learned to let herself "feel" her emotions, how to trust, and take a chance, at the expense of having her heart broken. Ryn, also grew immensely. He learned how to admit when he was wrong, and he also learned how to trust, and take a chance on Vi. Their relationship was very real, and refreshing!
The ending of The Faerie Prince has me anxious, impatient, and excited to read the next book in this series! Ms. Morgan, you are torturing me with that ending! Vi has a whole other set of problems, and the mystery and suspense continues to build. Things were not tied up in a nice little neat bow! Vi's adventure is far from over, and I for one, can not wait to dig in, and see how this story ends!!!
I give, The Faerie Prince, 5 thrilling, exciting, mysterious, and swoon worthy stars! This book has all of the dynamics of an amazing read. It has mystery, suspense, action, romance, and passion. It also has well rounded characters, that experience growth, a highly imaginative, and engaging plot, and steamy romance that is sure to leave you wanting more! If you enjoy YA Fantasy, The Faerie Prince, and specifically, The Creepy Hollow Series, is an excellent choice for A Bookish Escape!
My Favorite Quotes:
I'm suddenly aware of how close he's sitting to me. I'm aware of his knee touching my thigh, and his hand carefully holding mine. I watch his face as he works, his beautiful blue eyes intent as he moves to my left hand and concentrates on smoothing the gel over it. My gaze falls on his lips. I really, really want to know what it feels like to- (eARC, 90)
"We should have been back at the Guild days ago! And here we are, sleeping in the dirt, sliding through the mud, and smelling like crap. Ryn snickers, 'Oh, baby, I love it when you talk dirty.' I shove a fistful of muddy leaves into his laughing mouth. ' There.' I smile sweetly. 'Now you can talk dirty too." (eARC, 104)
"Ryn isn't just the guy I used to know, or the guy I had to put up with during our final assignment. He's someone I actually enjoy being around. Someone I can shout at and fight with and have everything go back to normal in just a few minutes." (eARC, 122)
"He pulls me back into position. 'Oh, I forgot to tell you something,' he says. He leans forward and his lips brush my ear as he whispers, 'You are more beautiful than any other girl in this room." (eARC, 151)
Instead of fighting it, I close my eyes and let myself go. I feel the muscles of his shoulder beneath my hand. The frame his arms create is strong, secure, but I want those arms tighter around me. Much tighter, much closer. I want there to be no space at all between us. I. Want. Him. So. Badly. I want to kiss him, laugh with him, cry with him, share every freaking moment of my life with him because no matter how many awful things he's done in the past, I can't shake the undeniable feeling that when his arms are around me, I'm home. (eARC, 152)
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November 12, 2018
I was going to give this two stars but OH BOY THE ENDING.
For the fist three parts of the book, I was like "meh". I mean, it wasn't bad but it wasn't better than the first one, either. Violet is a little less insufferable in this one, and Ryn (aka romantic interest) is a cool character, but the action was very dull. Plus, when Violet and Ryn finally start dating, they're so cheesy I couldn't stand their parts; I liked it a lot better when they were bickering during assignments and class, teasing each other, than when they're all over one another.
I really, really hated Nate in this one, specially in the end because he destroys Violet's home and the Guild, and he kills Tora (and a whole bunch of people), which was the saddest part of the story.
The first part of the book, on Violet's and Ryn's final assignment, was entertaining, specially because we got to see how their relationship evolved from sworn ennemies to allies to friends. And it was so shocking when we discover that Violet's dad is still alive (though he might not be anymore thanks to dumbass Nathan).
The ending was absolutly nuts; it was crazy that the Guild was destroyed and so many people were killed, and that all that was Violet's fault. It was really sad when she took the Forget Potion in the end so she could escape her pain, specially because Ryn had abandoned her.
Hope I can read the next book soon.
For the fist three parts of the book, I was like "meh". I mean, it wasn't bad but it wasn't better than the first one, either. Violet is a little less insufferable in this one, and Ryn (aka romantic interest) is a cool character, but the action was very dull. Plus, when Violet and Ryn finally start dating, they're so cheesy I couldn't stand their parts; I liked it a lot better when they were bickering during assignments and class, teasing each other, than when they're all over one another.
I really, really hated Nate in this one, specially in the end because he destroys Violet's home and the Guild, and he kills Tora (and a whole bunch of people), which was the saddest part of the story.
The first part of the book, on Violet's and Ryn's final assignment, was entertaining, specially because we got to see how their relationship evolved from sworn ennemies to allies to friends. And it was so shocking when we discover that Violet's dad is still alive (though he might not be anymore thanks to dumbass Nathan).
The ending was absolutly nuts; it was crazy that the Guild was destroyed and so many people were killed, and that all that was Violet's fault. It was really sad when she took the Forget Potion in the end so she could escape her pain, specially because Ryn had abandoned her.
Hope I can read the next book soon.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 8, 2018
Graduation is closing in, and Violet can almost taste victory as top of the faerie guild class. But the last assignment pairs her with Ryn--no longer her mortal enemy, but also not exactly her friend. What seems like a simple assignment throws her further into the problems with Zell, a powerful Unseelie faerie who's collecting fae with special powers. Plus, things with Ryn get... complicated.
What an exciting and heart-pounding journey through all the twists and turns of this epic young adult fantasy. I'm rooting for Violet (even after that stupid stunt she pulls at the end of the book - but omg, I have to keep reading! Good thing I have the whole series). The romance is delicious, the twists are stunning, and the end will leave you wondering how the author can possibly fix this impossible situation.
What an exciting and heart-pounding journey through all the twists and turns of this epic young adult fantasy. I'm rooting for Violet (even after that stupid stunt she pulls at the end of the book - but omg, I have to keep reading! Good thing I have the whole series). The romance is delicious, the twists are stunning, and the end will leave you wondering how the author can possibly fix this impossible situation.
June 18, 2017
We learn more about what's going on and the YA kicks in with a senior prom
What I thought
What I should have been thinking
What I thought
What I should have been thinking
December 5, 2017
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO why why why why why why why why why why why *sobbing*
March 27, 2021
Voto libro: 4.5
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March 27, 2021
Voto libro: 4.5
August 4, 2022
• "Yes, ma'am."
OMG THIS SERIE, I CAN'T 😭😭 The plot on the end made me sit on the point of the sofa and let tears out of my eyes🥺
• "And just so you know, the first part of your body that touches me is the first part you'll lose."
Rachel Morgan made an incredible world full with faeries, magic, romantic and enemies. The books she writes are really easy to read in English, even if English isn't your first language! Also the characters she created are literally a work of art. They fit amazing in the story. Sometimes humor makes the story complete.
• “I wasn’t there for you when it actually happened,” he says quietly. “Why can’t you let me be here for you now?”
All the plots in this book: I really couldn't handle it. Especially the end😭 Rachel made an amazing story about Violet and I can't wait to read the next books!!
• "It just feels right when you're beside me. It feels like I've been lost in the desert for years, and... I've finally come home."
OMG THIS SERIE, I CAN'T 😭😭 The plot on the end made me sit on the point of the sofa and let tears out of my eyes🥺
• "And just so you know, the first part of your body that touches me is the first part you'll lose."
Rachel Morgan made an incredible world full with faeries, magic, romantic and enemies. The books she writes are really easy to read in English, even if English isn't your first language! Also the characters she created are literally a work of art. They fit amazing in the story. Sometimes humor makes the story complete.
• “I wasn’t there for you when it actually happened,” he says quietly. “Why can’t you let me be here for you now?”
All the plots in this book: I really couldn't handle it. Especially the end😭 Rachel made an amazing story about Violet and I can't wait to read the next books!!
• "It just feels right when you're beside me. It feels like I've been lost in the desert for years, and... I've finally come home."
July 13, 2013
*I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
These books are creative and deeply fascinating, and they just keep getting better. If you're a fan of Harry Potter and The Iron Fey series, I think you'll love Creepy Hollow.
I really enjoyed the first book, but this one was so much better. I was hooked from the beginning, pulled along on a perilous and emotional journey with Violet, and totally fell in love with the story and its characters.
Whatever was missing for me in book one was there in The Faerie Prince. It kept me reading late into the night and I was so invested in the story that I'm still reeling from that god awful cliffhanger.
This book started out about a week after the ending of The Faerie Guardian. Violet was suspended and suffered the consequences of her actions. But she doesn't care, because Calla is safe. The other guardians can go after Zell and rescue the people he's trapped in cages. And she also knows that she's in danger because the Unseelie Prince wants her. He will stop at nothing to build his army, destroy the Guild, and overtake the Unseelie Court from the hands of his mother, whom he has never gotten along with.
I found myself connecting to Violet a lot more in this story, and the small irritation I had with her in the first book slipped away. She's still determined to be the best, but she's got her reasons for wanting that top spot. She had her heart broken, and she's not looking to make the same mistakes again.
It doesn't help matters that her feelings for Ryn have developed to more than 'just friends' and that she's attracted to him. But she's also scared of letting anything more happen between them, because Ryn has hurt her in the past. After his brother died, their friendship was destroyed. In the years that followed, their relationship was rocky, and they ignored each other as much as possible. After talking about the past and opening up to each other, their newfound friendship is still slightly rocky, although neither of them wants to go back to the way things have been between them.
I'm a huge fan of Ryn and Violet's relationship (like I never was with her and Nate), and I loved how it developed into something strong and sure. No insta-love, thank God. I also loved Ryn and was glad to see much more of him in this book than in the other one. In that, he was a douchebag who never stopped teasing Violet. But in this one, we see so much more to him. He's kind and honest and responsible. He has feelings for the stubborn main character, and he won't let her back down from hers. He's a rock for her; steady, protective, and always willing to fight for her.
The secondary characters are also great additions to the story; Tora, Raven, Flint. Even Filigree! I want a pet like him. :)
The plot was intense and brilliantly written, with so many twists that I had a hard time keeping up with all that was going on! It never got boring, and the action and story was always moving along at a fast pace. When I thought I knew what was going on and what was going to happen, I was proven wrong time and time again.
This book was so richly detailed, and the Faerie world was brought to life in vivid imagery. It was so long, yet it never lost its magic. Sometimes books end up just using empty fillers after major plot points, and sometimes those irrelevant details take away from the story and make it really boring. But I thought everything was played out nicely.
With strong characters and a magical story-line, The Faerie Prince takes you on a ride full of mystery, danger, and out-of-this-world imagination.
These books are creative and deeply fascinating, and they just keep getting better. If you're a fan of Harry Potter and The Iron Fey series, I think you'll love Creepy Hollow.
I really enjoyed the first book, but this one was so much better. I was hooked from the beginning, pulled along on a perilous and emotional journey with Violet, and totally fell in love with the story and its characters.
Whatever was missing for me in book one was there in The Faerie Prince. It kept me reading late into the night and I was so invested in the story that I'm still reeling from that god awful cliffhanger.
This book started out about a week after the ending of The Faerie Guardian. Violet was suspended and suffered the consequences of her actions. But she doesn't care, because Calla is safe. The other guardians can go after Zell and rescue the people he's trapped in cages. And she also knows that she's in danger because the Unseelie Prince wants her. He will stop at nothing to build his army, destroy the Guild, and overtake the Unseelie Court from the hands of his mother, whom he has never gotten along with.
I found myself connecting to Violet a lot more in this story, and the small irritation I had with her in the first book slipped away. She's still determined to be the best, but she's got her reasons for wanting that top spot. She had her heart broken, and she's not looking to make the same mistakes again.
It doesn't help matters that her feelings for Ryn have developed to more than 'just friends' and that she's attracted to him. But she's also scared of letting anything more happen between them, because Ryn has hurt her in the past. After his brother died, their friendship was destroyed. In the years that followed, their relationship was rocky, and they ignored each other as much as possible. After talking about the past and opening up to each other, their newfound friendship is still slightly rocky, although neither of them wants to go back to the way things have been between them.
I'm a huge fan of Ryn and Violet's relationship (like I never was with her and Nate), and I loved how it developed into something strong and sure. No insta-love, thank God. I also loved Ryn and was glad to see much more of him in this book than in the other one. In that, he was a douchebag who never stopped teasing Violet. But in this one, we see so much more to him. He's kind and honest and responsible. He has feelings for the stubborn main character, and he won't let her back down from hers. He's a rock for her; steady, protective, and always willing to fight for her.
The secondary characters are also great additions to the story; Tora, Raven, Flint. Even Filigree! I want a pet like him. :)
The plot was intense and brilliantly written, with so many twists that I had a hard time keeping up with all that was going on! It never got boring, and the action and story was always moving along at a fast pace. When I thought I knew what was going on and what was going to happen, I was proven wrong time and time again.
This book was so richly detailed, and the Faerie world was brought to life in vivid imagery. It was so long, yet it never lost its magic. Sometimes books end up just using empty fillers after major plot points, and sometimes those irrelevant details take away from the story and make it really boring. But I thought everything was played out nicely.
With strong characters and a magical story-line, The Faerie Prince takes you on a ride full of mystery, danger, and out-of-this-world imagination.
June 3, 2013
4.5 stars
To borrow an expression from Violet... Oh. My. Freak.
I've always had a lot of respect for Rachel Morgan as a fellow self-published author, but after reading The Faerie Prince (referred to as 'Prince' from here on), I've officially become a crazy fan. I LOVED this book. When I finished The Faerie Guardian, I thought I had a reasonable idea about where this series was heading, but I was so wrong. I literally gasped on a number of occasions while reading Prince, but all of the twists were totally believable. The characters and their relationships change a lot throughout the book, but the developments feel natural and organic, rather than forced.
And that ending. Wow. I'm stunned. It doesn't leave you on a cliffhanger, it destroys the entire cliff! I'm desperate to know what happens next and will be hounding Rachel Morgan to hurry up and finish the next book. But then again, I don't want her to finish it too quickly, because she needs to maintain the standard she's set, and that standard is very, very high!
My favourite scene, hands down, was Violet and Ryn's graduation. I had a huge smile on my face the whole way through it, and the smile returned to my face just now as I re-read the scene to refresh my memory of why I enjoyed it so much.
Despite revealing several vulnerabilities, Violet remains as awesome as ever. Here are a couple of my favourite Violet quotes:
It's not as though I want him back. I mean, the guy handed me over to a prince of the Unseelie Court-I'm not exactly hoping for a happily ever after here. To be honest, I'm not quite sure what I'm hoping for. Maybe I want to look into his eyes and ask him why he did it. Or maybe I just want to kick his ass.
I look around and notice one of the male graduates watching me. Another one flashes a smile in my direction. I look away quickly, clasping my hands behind my back. Weirdos.
There were just a few things that stopped me from giving this novel a full five stars. Early on, there was a bit of info dumping masked as conversation, which always irks me. And there were two separate occasions where characters' behaviour or choices struck me as inconsistent or false.
Apart from those few points, I absolutely adored The Faerie Prince. I can't wait to read the next book to see what happens after that show-stopper of an ending. And Rachel, if you're reading this, I promise I'll try hard not to go all fan girl on you! ;-)
To borrow an expression from Violet... Oh. My. Freak.
I've always had a lot of respect for Rachel Morgan as a fellow self-published author, but after reading The Faerie Prince (referred to as 'Prince' from here on), I've officially become a crazy fan. I LOVED this book. When I finished The Faerie Guardian, I thought I had a reasonable idea about where this series was heading, but I was so wrong. I literally gasped on a number of occasions while reading Prince, but all of the twists were totally believable. The characters and their relationships change a lot throughout the book, but the developments feel natural and organic, rather than forced.
And that ending. Wow. I'm stunned. It doesn't leave you on a cliffhanger, it destroys the entire cliff! I'm desperate to know what happens next and will be hounding Rachel Morgan to hurry up and finish the next book. But then again, I don't want her to finish it too quickly, because she needs to maintain the standard she's set, and that standard is very, very high!
My favourite scene, hands down, was Violet and Ryn's graduation. I had a huge smile on my face the whole way through it, and the smile returned to my face just now as I re-read the scene to refresh my memory of why I enjoyed it so much.
Despite revealing several vulnerabilities, Violet remains as awesome as ever. Here are a couple of my favourite Violet quotes:
It's not as though I want him back. I mean, the guy handed me over to a prince of the Unseelie Court-I'm not exactly hoping for a happily ever after here. To be honest, I'm not quite sure what I'm hoping for. Maybe I want to look into his eyes and ask him why he did it. Or maybe I just want to kick his ass.
I look around and notice one of the male graduates watching me. Another one flashes a smile in my direction. I look away quickly, clasping my hands behind my back. Weirdos.
There were just a few things that stopped me from giving this novel a full five stars. Early on, there was a bit of info dumping masked as conversation, which always irks me. And there were two separate occasions where characters' behaviour or choices struck me as inconsistent or false.
Apart from those few points, I absolutely adored The Faerie Prince. I can't wait to read the next book to see what happens after that show-stopper of an ending. And Rachel, if you're reading this, I promise I'll try hard not to go all fan girl on you! ;-)
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