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Forever Fae #4
Reign of Ice (Forever Fae series) (Volume 4) by L.P. Dover
Two courts to four is what needs to be … to save the land so shall we see.The scroll has been found and now the fae know how to defeat the dark sorcerer, to end his evil existence in the Land of the Fae. However, the only thing standing in the way is the one bond that must be formed; the one that will empower all four courts together and make them invincible. Ariella and Brayden’s bond will not come easily, for Ariella is mischievous and head-strong with a heart full of love, while Brayden is strong and loyal with a heart made of ice.What do you do when the fate of your land rests upon your shoulders because of the bond you must form to save it? How are you supposed to do that when the one man to help you fulfill the prophecy is the one who doesn’t believe in love? With all four princesses bound together as one, will they be strong enough to save the life of Ariella, who is destined to be the one who ends it, the one who will sacrifice everything to save the people she loves? In this final installment of the Forever Fae series you will see how the bonds of love and all the sacrifices it takes to truly conquer the evil once and for all.
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L.P. Dover
112 books3,401 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author L. P. Dover is a southern belle living in North Carolina with her husband and two beautiful girls. Before she began her literary journey she worked in periodontics, enjoying the wonderment of dental surgeries.
She loves to write, but she also loves to play golf, go on mountain hikes and white-water rafting, and has a passion for singing. Her two youngest fans expect a concert each and every night before bedtime, usually Christmas carols.
Dover has written countless novels in several different genres, but her favorite to write is romantic suspense. However, she has found a new passion in romantic comedy, especially involving sexy golfers. Who knew the sport could be so dirty and fun to write about.
She loves to write, but she also loves to play golf, go on mountain hikes and white-water rafting, and has a passion for singing. Her two youngest fans expect a concert each and every night before bedtime, usually Christmas carols.
Dover has written countless novels in several different genres, but her favorite to write is romantic suspense. However, she has found a new passion in romantic comedy, especially involving sexy golfers. Who knew the sport could be so dirty and fun to write about.
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November 19, 2013
Favorite Lines “Of all the princes I was to be bound to … why did it have to be the one that knew nothing about love, or even how to smile for that matter?”
“From now on, you are not leaving my sight. If we have to fight, we fight together. We are in this as one.”
With my heart tired and bruised, I gazed up at him with a newfound strength. Maybe he wouldn’t be too difficult to deal with after all. “And that’s how it should be,” I told him. “I will always fight for my people, for my court … and for you.”
Always …”
“I need to hear you say it, Brayden,” I murmured tenderly.
He wiped away the tears in my eyes and whispered across my lips, “I love you, angel. No matter what happens and what challenges we face, I will always be there with you. In your mind, body, and soul, you will never be alone.”
“You will be my mate, my queen, and my wife and there’s nothing in this realm that I want more than that. I bond myself to you, angel, and from here on out you will always be mine … forever and always. Freely and with no reservations, I give you my body, my soul, and most importantly my heart. Amin mela lle ilyamemie ar’ ten’ oio.”
“I need you to promise me something. Promise me that no matter what happens in our future or how you think you are protecting me that you will never try to run off and save us again. We are one now … a solid bond that will always be stronger together. I can’t lose you again, angel. I don’t want to ever know that kind of suffering again.”
Ok I know I went a little over board with my favorite lines but, OMG this was the perfect ending to a FAE FABULOUS series! Ariella is the last princess of the prophecy and she is mated to Brayden, who is a prince of winter and really guards his feelings and his heart! When he finds out they are mated he leaves her standing in the middle of everyone without another word. Ariella is so embarrassed and heart broken but, she will do whatever needs to be done to save the land of Fae from that crazy creep the Dark Sorcerer! Even binding herself to someone who has no emotion or feelings. Eecckkk I want to blast it from the rooftops what happens but, I won't because you have got to read this! L.P. Dover as always gave me everything I want and need to make a story perfect! I read it in 2 hrs. Once I started I could do nothing else, no one could get my attention and I loved every page!
I'm also sooo thrilled she will be doing a spinoff! I am praying for a series!
Thank you for writing an amazing 4 part series! She ended it beautifully!
I was given book by author in exchange for an honest review
FIVE ICE FAIRIES
October 30, 2013
Brayden oh boy did I love that man, I love all of Leslie's men but Brayden he had balls, "first off, Princess, I may be complicated but I'm not the type of man to spill out my feelings like a damn female, especially in front of others. And about the women you speak of, I haven't indulged in a woman's touch since before I met you at the Winter palace. I know I walked away from you after the vision and I apologized for that. It was a mistake on my part and I asked for your forgiveness. I did what Idid tonight to win back your trust and mend what I had broken. " But even though he has balls he still has this special connection with Ariella and he does things that make my heart pitter-pat, "as soon as we get to our place I'm all yours. You can talk to me as long as you want, angel." And he just has this way about him you can't help but love, "he lifted his eyebrows slyly and smirked. "yeah, I don't think we should either, considering what you had going through your mind. I see you aren't going to make things easy for me, are you? If you didn't want to be with me then why were you thinking about -" I can't wait to see the next part in the series about where the kids are all grown up.
October 17, 2013
Reading Reign of Ice felt like Homecoming, a lot of the characters that you learned to love from the first three books are reunited in some way and it's almost magical to read. I love reading LP Dover's books, she never ceases to amaze me with her writing. The detail is so vivid, the imagination that goes into these stories are epic. If you loved The Fae Series by Julie Kagawa you will absolutely adore the Forever Fae Series. Reading this one was kind of bittersweet knowing its the last of this series, however LP has assured me she will be doing a spin off series. I know I have said before each one was my fave but there was something about Brayden that I felt like I could connect with his character so much more than any of the others, maybe it was the issues he had with his feelings, I don't know. Reign of Ice left me with a book high as have all the books in Forever Fae, only difference being this one will last a bit longer since there is no next chapter. I can't say enough about this series, except read it for yourself and see what the excitement is about, I promise you will not be disappointed.
November 20, 2013
Holy wow this book was amazing! I couldn't have asked for a better end to this series. If it's possible, this was better than the other three. The one thing I really loved and appreciated about this one is how Ms. Dover brought all the characters together, and each had their own role to play, but the book still focused on Ariella. You are quickly swept back into the world of Fae; a world filled with such amazing detail that the scenes jump right off the page. Ms. Dover sucked me into this series with her great writing in Forever Fae, but her writing is even more amazing in this one. She has a true talent for writing,and I can't wait to see what she writes next.
The characters, Ariella and Brayden, are awesome. Ariella was a strong, brave female lead, but also extremely relatable. I loved that she didn't back down from a challenge, and that she never gave up. She found her own solutions to the problems that are plaguing the Fae world, and fought until the very end. I quickly fell in love with Brayden, and there was something more with his character in this one. I don't exactly know what it was, but I felt his character had more depth and was more relatable than the other men in this series. This was written in dual POV, but it's mostly from Ariella's perspective. I did wish there were a couple more chapters from Brayden's POV because I really loved his character, but I absolutely loved Ariella's POV.
The action in this book was non-stop, and expertly written. We were left guessing until the very end of what would happen, and at one point I was literally freaking out. But don't worry because Ms. Dover makes everything work out in the end. My heart was breaking, but was quickly mended. The ending was beautiful, and even though this was the last of this series, it's not the last time we'll visit the Fae world. That's right...there's a spin-off series!!! So even though we're saying goodbye to these characters, we have much more to look forward to.
I highly recommend this series for anyone who is a fan of faeries, action, adventure, and romance. This has a bit of everything for everyone, and is a must read. Check this series out now! Happy reading :)
The characters, Ariella and Brayden, are awesome. Ariella was a strong, brave female lead, but also extremely relatable. I loved that she didn't back down from a challenge, and that she never gave up. She found her own solutions to the problems that are plaguing the Fae world, and fought until the very end. I quickly fell in love with Brayden, and there was something more with his character in this one. I don't exactly know what it was, but I felt his character had more depth and was more relatable than the other men in this series. This was written in dual POV, but it's mostly from Ariella's perspective. I did wish there were a couple more chapters from Brayden's POV because I really loved his character, but I absolutely loved Ariella's POV.
The action in this book was non-stop, and expertly written. We were left guessing until the very end of what would happen, and at one point I was literally freaking out. But don't worry because Ms. Dover makes everything work out in the end. My heart was breaking, but was quickly mended. The ending was beautiful, and even though this was the last of this series, it's not the last time we'll visit the Fae world. That's right...there's a spin-off series!!! So even though we're saying goodbye to these characters, we have much more to look forward to.
I highly recommend this series for anyone who is a fan of faeries, action, adventure, and romance. This has a bit of everything for everyone, and is a must read. Check this series out now! Happy reading :)
November 12, 2013
5 magical stars!
Out of every single gift in the world, love was the most powerful. I just wished it was strong enough to save the Land of the Fae.
I received an arc of this book for an honest review*
WOW!!!! L.P. Dover couldn't have ended this series any better. I loved every second of this book. The Forever Fae series is one of my favorite Fae series and I hate that its over, but I am very excited for the spin off series The Land of the Fae :)
I love all the couples, from all four books for different reasons. Ariella and Brayden just go so well together. They are the youngest of the Four. Brayden at the beginning is very shy, and isn't someone that shows his feelings and emotions and doesn't talk about them. Ariella has always been a prankster and likes to have fun. At first, she just wanted to be with Brayden so they could defeat the sorcerer, but over time they both start getting really strong feelings for each other. And my FAVORITE thing in the whole book, that makes it so much more different than the others in this series, is *SPOILER ALERT* Brayden becomes Ariella's guardian. And that just made me love their relationship even more!!!
This book kept me on the edge of my seat, the ending I was just not expecting that at all!! It's enchanting, sexy, mysterious. It is a MUST READ series. :)
Out of every single gift in the world, love was the most powerful. I just wished it was strong enough to save the Land of the Fae.
I received an arc of this book for an honest review*
WOW!!!! L.P. Dover couldn't have ended this series any better. I loved every second of this book. The Forever Fae series is one of my favorite Fae series and I hate that its over, but I am very excited for the spin off series The Land of the Fae :)
I love all the couples, from all four books for different reasons. Ariella and Brayden just go so well together. They are the youngest of the Four. Brayden at the beginning is very shy, and isn't someone that shows his feelings and emotions and doesn't talk about them. Ariella has always been a prankster and likes to have fun. At first, she just wanted to be with Brayden so they could defeat the sorcerer, but over time they both start getting really strong feelings for each other. And my FAVORITE thing in the whole book, that makes it so much more different than the others in this series, is *SPOILER ALERT* Brayden becomes Ariella's guardian. And that just made me love their relationship even more!!!
This book kept me on the edge of my seat, the ending I was just not expecting that at all!! It's enchanting, sexy, mysterious. It is a MUST READ series. :)
November 4, 2013
I have to say that L.P. Dover knows how to end a series! Each book in this series was better then the first.... I have to say I loved watching this series grow and come to a complete circle.
This is my favorite book in the Fea series! The connection with Brayden and Ariella how it started with such tension and dislike for each other yet they had the connection, the bond, the Vision. I loved these characters the best I think, they were so unlike the others with their connection, fighting the inevitable.
This story was different the the others and I think just perfect. L.P took us on an adventure through the land of the Fea and and added elements that just made this the most unique of the series.
Brayden and Ariella both strong willed characters were just perfect for each other. I so enjoyed watching their lives and relationship grow in this story. I Love how L.P. knows how to paint a picture with her words to make it feel like you are in the land of the Fea with her and her characters. I could picture myself standing in the Winter Ice land and seeing it sparkle from the sunlight shining on the ice.
I admit I am sad that the Fea series is complete but I am sooooo excited to know that there is another Fea series coming from this amazing author. Where will she bring us on the next Fea adventure?? I can't wait !!
This is my favorite book in the Fea series! The connection with Brayden and Ariella how it started with such tension and dislike for each other yet they had the connection, the bond, the Vision. I loved these characters the best I think, they were so unlike the others with their connection, fighting the inevitable.
This story was different the the others and I think just perfect. L.P took us on an adventure through the land of the Fea and and added elements that just made this the most unique of the series.
Brayden and Ariella both strong willed characters were just perfect for each other. I so enjoyed watching their lives and relationship grow in this story. I Love how L.P. knows how to paint a picture with her words to make it feel like you are in the land of the Fea with her and her characters. I could picture myself standing in the Winter Ice land and seeing it sparkle from the sunlight shining on the ice.
I admit I am sad that the Fea series is complete but I am sooooo excited to know that there is another Fea series coming from this amazing author. Where will she bring us on the next Fea adventure?? I can't wait !!
December 6, 2013
All of the characters from the first three stories are together for the four and final book. Ariella and Brayden overcome stubbornness, pride and immaturity to complete and create the final court. This challenge doesn't come easy and puts many lives in danger, claiming others. The Ariella and Brayden that open this story are not the same Ariella and Brayden that end it. Their transformation and growth is significant.
The author of this book said it was her favorite of the four and I absolutely agree. I thoroughly enjoyed all four books but this one definitely takes the cake. I have to give her major kudos for her writing style and plot. I was highly entertained the entire extent of this story. Her characters were strong and likable.
My only criticism, and I know many will disagree, is the ending. If she stopped at chapter forty-one and then added a "five years later" chapter the entire series would have felt very real. The surprise ending just turned it from raw, real and painful to fantastical and fairytail-ish. I would have liked to see a real ending over a happily ever after for this intricate of a story. However, I loved it nonetheless and highly recommend it to romance and paranormal lovers everywhere!
The author of this book said it was her favorite of the four and I absolutely agree. I thoroughly enjoyed all four books but this one definitely takes the cake. I have to give her major kudos for her writing style and plot. I was highly entertained the entire extent of this story. Her characters were strong and likable.
My only criticism, and I know many will disagree, is the ending. If she stopped at chapter forty-one and then added a "five years later" chapter the entire series would have felt very real. The surprise ending just turned it from raw, real and painful to fantastical and fairytail-ish. I would have liked to see a real ending over a happily ever after for this intricate of a story. However, I loved it nonetheless and highly recommend it to romance and paranormal lovers everywhere!
October 17, 2013
This is my favorite book of the series, not that I didn't love the other books but I think it's because every character in this series was united in this book and each was involved somehow. I have fell in love with each character, but Ariella & Brayden are my favorite couple!!! They are both equally stubborn and want to protect each other and the Land of the Fae. As far as my favorite male character, Drake WAS it for me, he was different, I mean a dragon C'mon WOW!!! LP won me over with bringing Brayden into the Fae world. Every time Ariella walked away, I filled her space.!!! (Shhhhh, please don't tell)
This book brought the four courts together. Since they now know how and who has to defeat the dark sorcerer, it only makes it that much harder for Ariella to become bonded with Brayden!!! (I'll do it ;) )
This book shows the love, strength and unity they have that is needed in order to rid the dark sorcerer and his evil.
I hate to see this series come to an end, but what a FREAKIN' epic ending it was!!!
This book brought the four courts together. Since they now know how and who has to defeat the dark sorcerer, it only makes it that much harder for Ariella to become bonded with Brayden!!! (I'll do it ;) )
This book shows the love, strength and unity they have that is needed in order to rid the dark sorcerer and his evil.
I hate to see this series come to an end, but what a FREAKIN' epic ending it was!!!
October 31, 2013
Reign of Ice. Ah, what can I say. This book is my favorite. I absolutely loved them all, but hands down, this one takes the cake. L.P. Dover’s writing is top notch. This story line is so well thought out and planned, and it makes for a gripping ride that definitely left me on the edge of my seat and holding a box of tissues at the same time.
I definitely love the chemistry between Ariella and Brayden because these two definitely give each other a run for their money. They are stubborn, independent, but somehow, they have to find a way to come together, for the sake of their land. That’s a very hard thing to do when Brayden has no interest in being in love, he truly is the ice in this story, but Ariella can definitely be cold too. They have surely become my favorite Fae couple.
I cannot wait to see where L.P. takes the series next. The end of this Fae series opens so many more doors and more magic is sure to be waiting for us on the other side of them.
If you are looking for a great series, start with Forever Fae and continue on. You will not be disappointed!
November 2, 2013
I love this series and I loved this book! I loved how different Brayden and Ariella seemed to be at the beginning, when in reality they were perfect for one another. I enjoyed the camaraderie between all the court leaders and other important fae players, like Elvena. You can feel the love they all have for one another and their determination to protect each other and their people and land. But with the camaraderie, love and determination, you can also feel the tension and fear that is hanging over them all because of the impending war with the dark sorcerer.
I thought Dover did a good job of tying up the loose ends and giving the story a good ending, but leaving it open-ended enough for the new spinoff series. I didn't feel cheated out of answers like some series endings that I have read in the past. There were also a couple of twists that I didn't see coming that I enjoyed.
I highly recommend this book and this series to anyone looking for a fun, exciting NA fantasy romance!
I thought Dover did a good job of tying up the loose ends and giving the story a good ending, but leaving it open-ended enough for the new spinoff series. I didn't feel cheated out of answers like some series endings that I have read in the past. There were also a couple of twists that I didn't see coming that I enjoyed.
I highly recommend this book and this series to anyone looking for a fun, exciting NA fantasy romance!
October 18, 2013
well everyone...this was the last of the Fae series. I am saddened to say goodbye to them. I do hope for more somewhere....lol.
I must say that THIS one as awesome as the first 3 were, THIS was my favorite book of all.
I LOVE Brayden and Ariella! <3 the Fae Couple of Swoonville. *sighs*
Ariella must finish this once and for all. She has powers she needs to come into. However Alasdair is a tricky one. Can Ariella do it? Or will she have to sacrifice lives? Maybe Alasdair finally has the weapon he needs to take over. *shivers*
Just an FYI there are some pretty steamy scenes....
*BRAYDEN IS MINE!*
I cried. Like snot on sleeve type of cry. An unpretty cry of all sorts.
Miss Dover: you have captured my heart from the first book and you shattered it along the way, mended it back together, just to shatter it all over again.
You are a genius. An evil one but hey. That's your job.
I must say that THIS one as awesome as the first 3 were, THIS was my favorite book of all.
I LOVE Brayden and Ariella! <3 the Fae Couple of Swoonville. *sighs*
Ariella must finish this once and for all. She has powers she needs to come into. However Alasdair is a tricky one. Can Ariella do it? Or will she have to sacrifice lives? Maybe Alasdair finally has the weapon he needs to take over. *shivers*
Just an FYI there are some pretty steamy scenes....
*BRAYDEN IS MINE!*
I cried. Like snot on sleeve type of cry. An unpretty cry of all sorts.
Miss Dover: you have captured my heart from the first book and you shattered it along the way, mended it back together, just to shatter it all over again.
You are a genius. An evil one but hey. That's your job.
November 21, 2013
So sad to see this series come to an end. But it was a spectacular ending that had me smiling and crying while reading the last page!!! I wish I could be part of the winter court with pale, silvery skin!! I love Ariella & Brayden just as much as all the other couples in the rest of the series. They all have such great love for each other and their land and people. Wish the "real world" mortal realm could be that way. I'm so happy I started reading this great series of books, they are a definite treasure. I will be anxiously waiting for the next series. Thank you L.P. for these amazing gifts you have brought into the world.
November 5, 2013
Amazing! Fantastic! Awesome! Perfect!
This is by far my favorite out of all the Forever Fae books! Ariella is stubborn and funny as hell. Brayden starts out stubborn as well but he gets better (I was ready to hit him in the head with a frying pan in the beginning) Perfect ending to the series & it's one that I know will be in my Top 5 favorite books of all time!!! LP Dover's writing gets better and better with each book she releases. Now we just need Forever Fae movies (only if L.P. gets to choose the cast and it's kept to the books)
This is by far my favorite out of all the Forever Fae books! Ariella is stubborn and funny as hell. Brayden starts out stubborn as well but he gets better (I was ready to hit him in the head with a frying pan in the beginning) Perfect ending to the series & it's one that I know will be in my Top 5 favorite books of all time!!! LP Dover's writing gets better and better with each book she releases. Now we just need Forever Fae movies (only if L.P. gets to choose the cast and it's kept to the books)
November 5, 2013
AMAZING!!!! I loved this book and the whole series! I'm sooooo sad to see this series end, but luckily, there a spinoff next Spring!! Yay! The only complaint for me about Reign of Ice, is that I wanted to see more of Brayden. I love books that have different P.O.V.'s!! I mostly read about Ariella but not that much about Brayden. But any who, THIS BOOK IS BEAUTIFUL AND IS SOOOOOO WORTH THE READ!!!!! Love ya Mrs. Dover! If I could rate more than 5 stars, then I totally would!!!!!
November 3, 2013
I was lucky and recieved an arc of this book. I was already in love with this series but this book just added to it. I these were my favorite charators though. Areilla reminds me a lot of myself. She is stubborn and determined and when she gets something in her head back up because there is no stopping her. She is so brave and loves her people. While reading this book all I kept thinking was I want to be a part of thier land. I can't wait to read the spin of series for this book.
November 10, 2013
I have loved L. P. Dovers books since the first one that I have read. Reign of Ice is one of her best so far.
It moved along at a great pace, from beginning to end, I finished it in one sitting and needed more. The characters are amazing and the story is awesome.
L. P. Dover has created an amazing world, that once you enter you have an extremely hard time leaving. I am looking forward to reading more from this fantastic author in the future.
It moved along at a great pace, from beginning to end, I finished it in one sitting and needed more. The characters are amazing and the story is awesome.
L. P. Dover has created an amazing world, that once you enter you have an extremely hard time leaving. I am looking forward to reading more from this fantastic author in the future.
November 18, 2013
I was given this book in exchange for an honest review for LoP. A great ending to amazing series. Ariella is the summer princess her twenty-first birthday. On her twenty-first birthday she get's a guardian the winter prince Brayden. He has a hard time expressing himself to Ariella. After they are bonded they had easier time saying what's on their mine. Ariella runs away to face the dark sorcerer. I love how strong Ariella is in this book.
December 8, 2013
Reign of ice was by far my fave of the Forever Fae series! I love Brayden and Ariella's relationship! I could not put it down! Even though there wasn't a lot of emphasis on the killing of the Dark Sorcerer, I almost missed it, the ending was perfect and had a great lead up to the new spin off series! Can't wait for the Land of the Fae!
November 3, 2013
Brayden and Ariella have the most beautiful love story in the last book. When reading it you could truly feel the characters emotions. I was sad to see the book ends, but the ending was more than I could of hope for. Amazing series and definitely one of my favorites!!!
November 7, 2013
A wonderful series that I throughly enjoyed!
November 11, 2013
I am so sad to see the series end but what a great ending to the final book... if you have read this series you are missing out on this amazing author.. looking forward to the spin off series
January 4, 2023
4.5 stars!
I’ve really enjoyed the other books in this series and I was looking forward to reading this book and finding out how the series was going to end and because of who the main characters were going to be! After reading, I can say that I enjoyed this book a lot! It had a bit of a different vibe to the other books because the romance wasn’t instant and it took longer for the characters to bond and for some steamy scenes to happen! There was some action and suspense in the plot, which added to the plot and built up to a big scene at the end! This scene was brilliant and I also loved that a certain character from the first book made appearances in this book! The characters were also amazing and made this book even better! Ariella was the main female character, and in this book she had her own mission and she kept it from everyone else! I loved Ariella and she was very brave and put herself in danger to protect those around her! This made me have so much respect for her and told me a lot about the kind of person she was! Brayden was the main male character and love interest of Ariella! Brayden didn’t like Ariella at the beginning of this book and then they both got to know the real version of each other and they realised that they loved each other! Brayden was very protective of Ariella and he wanted to put himself in danger so that Ariella was safe! It was easy to see how much Ariella meant to him and I loved them as a couple! This book was written from both Ariella and Brayden's point of views! I was expecting it to be written this way because the other books were all written from dual point of view! I loved that this book was because it helped me connect more with both characters and see how their feelings for each other develop and see how they real felt about each other! It allowed for more things to happen in the plot as well, which helped as Ariella and Brayden did spend a lot of the plot together, but they also went through some situations by themselves and spent some time apart! I’m really sad that this book is the final book in this series! I’ve enjoyed this series more and more as it’s progressed, so I’m sad to say goodbye to all the characters! The ending was left at the perfect place though and it summed up the story and actually made me quite emotional lol! I also have an ARC of the first book in this author‘s prequel series to this one, so I’m definitely going to be making that my next read and I’m excited to continue my journey in the land of the Fae! I also love the cover for this book and how well it suits the feel of the book! It would draw me to the book as well and looks perfect with the other covers!
I’ve really enjoyed the other books in this series and I was looking forward to reading this book and finding out how the series was going to end and because of who the main characters were going to be! After reading, I can say that I enjoyed this book a lot! It had a bit of a different vibe to the other books because the romance wasn’t instant and it took longer for the characters to bond and for some steamy scenes to happen! There was some action and suspense in the plot, which added to the plot and built up to a big scene at the end! This scene was brilliant and I also loved that a certain character from the first book made appearances in this book! The characters were also amazing and made this book even better! Ariella was the main female character, and in this book she had her own mission and she kept it from everyone else! I loved Ariella and she was very brave and put herself in danger to protect those around her! This made me have so much respect for her and told me a lot about the kind of person she was! Brayden was the main male character and love interest of Ariella! Brayden didn’t like Ariella at the beginning of this book and then they both got to know the real version of each other and they realised that they loved each other! Brayden was very protective of Ariella and he wanted to put himself in danger so that Ariella was safe! It was easy to see how much Ariella meant to him and I loved them as a couple! This book was written from both Ariella and Brayden's point of views! I was expecting it to be written this way because the other books were all written from dual point of view! I loved that this book was because it helped me connect more with both characters and see how their feelings for each other develop and see how they real felt about each other! It allowed for more things to happen in the plot as well, which helped as Ariella and Brayden did spend a lot of the plot together, but they also went through some situations by themselves and spent some time apart! I’m really sad that this book is the final book in this series! I’ve enjoyed this series more and more as it’s progressed, so I’m sad to say goodbye to all the characters! The ending was left at the perfect place though and it summed up the story and actually made me quite emotional lol! I also have an ARC of the first book in this author‘s prequel series to this one, so I’m definitely going to be making that my next read and I’m excited to continue my journey in the land of the Fae! I also love the cover for this book and how well it suits the feel of the book! It would draw me to the book as well and looks perfect with the other covers!
March 19, 2017
Amazing end. Good series
September 3, 2021
This review is for book 1-4. I LOVED this series. I was looking for a good fairy story and I just loved the world the author created. I cannot wait for more books set in this world.
March 28, 2023
Must read.
What an amazing ending to an amazing series. I love each couple, but I especially love Ariella and Brayden. And I love the ending.
What an amazing ending to an amazing series. I love each couple, but I especially love Ariella and Brayden. And I love the ending.
February 12, 2024
Another fantastic read!!!
Can't wait to start the next series 🙌 another great book I didn't want to put down!! One of the best series I've ever read!
Can't wait to start the next series 🙌 another great book I didn't want to put down!! One of the best series I've ever read!
July 29, 2025
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January 15, 2014
As I close this chapter on The Land of Fae, it brings a smile to my face how this series ended with Reign of Ice. This series has been one of my favorites in the past year and I couldn't be happier with how everything went. This final story with Ariella and Brayden, the youngest of all the 8 Princes and Princesses, was fraught with the same passion and zeal I have come to expect in this series, while bringing to the table their own unique story. They cap a beautifully written series that is both awe-inspiring in its' landscape and compelling with its' characters. Reign of Ice should be on your TBR list, immediately.
First off, Ariella and Brayden. They are adorable together. You have this spit-fire of a girl, who doesn't take crap from anyone, including her Prince and then this quiet, reserved and serious guy who quite frankly seems a little bit shy to put it plainly. She follows the tradition of the women in her family by being a strong female but she is more on the mischievous side of confident and I thought that personality balanced with what she had to sacrifice for the good of everyone. Fun and playful grew up into someone who made the decision that had to be made, regardless of what others think about them. I think that trend of growth was also evident in Brayden as well because you had this seemingly cold character that blossomed into a swoon-worthy Prince throughout the story and as a direct result of Ariella's aura.
The story itself did seem a bit rushed at first. However, I can overlook that simply because there was a lot to do in this book to reach an end that could be complete. I would have loved to get to know these two more and have a chance to flush out some of there relationships with other people, like we did in the first three books, but it was still there in small bits. The setting in which these characters reside is always a positive in this series and that continues in Reign of Ice. Everything is so detail oriented, right down to the white sand stones of their Winter Palace to the gorgeous detailing in her wedding dress that seem to come alive right on the page. The details embedded in these stories are amazing. Plus, I am thoroughly in debt to the author for making this an actual ending. There are always going to be hints of the possibility of more stories coming from The Land of Fae but it had a decisive finale, and I love that.
The series as a whole has been a breathe of fresh air for me in a very much written about category of fae. I have to say that the growth you read about in all four of these books with the characters is equally matched in the growth of the writing. L.P. Dover has done a brilliant job of creating four individual stories that make up the greater whole and that is something that should be applauded. It could have been so easy to churn out four love stories that were all the same and have a monotonous pattern emerge. Not the case here. You can tell from page one of Forever Fae to the last page of Reign of Ice that her writing has grown and developed an adept feeling for telling you the reader about her characters.
If the characters are what sold the story for me, than everything else was just bonus. To reinvent the wheel is almost impossible so when I got a faery story that was unique and new and refreshing, I have to stop and take notice. This world is a balance between lore and modern. It toes the line of being contemporary characters and ideals with the old school fae tradition. It was one of the reasons I loved this series so much. I hope to hear about another story from this world again, however these four books have won me over with ease and no matter if you're looking for a love story or action or whimsy, Reign of Ice and the rest of the Forever Fae series will ensnare from beginning to end, and what an ending it had!
First off, Ariella and Brayden. They are adorable together. You have this spit-fire of a girl, who doesn't take crap from anyone, including her Prince and then this quiet, reserved and serious guy who quite frankly seems a little bit shy to put it plainly. She follows the tradition of the women in her family by being a strong female but she is more on the mischievous side of confident and I thought that personality balanced with what she had to sacrifice for the good of everyone. Fun and playful grew up into someone who made the decision that had to be made, regardless of what others think about them. I think that trend of growth was also evident in Brayden as well because you had this seemingly cold character that blossomed into a swoon-worthy Prince throughout the story and as a direct result of Ariella's aura.
The story itself did seem a bit rushed at first. However, I can overlook that simply because there was a lot to do in this book to reach an end that could be complete. I would have loved to get to know these two more and have a chance to flush out some of there relationships with other people, like we did in the first three books, but it was still there in small bits. The setting in which these characters reside is always a positive in this series and that continues in Reign of Ice. Everything is so detail oriented, right down to the white sand stones of their Winter Palace to the gorgeous detailing in her wedding dress that seem to come alive right on the page. The details embedded in these stories are amazing. Plus, I am thoroughly in debt to the author for making this an actual ending. There are always going to be hints of the possibility of more stories coming from The Land of Fae but it had a decisive finale, and I love that.
The series as a whole has been a breathe of fresh air for me in a very much written about category of fae. I have to say that the growth you read about in all four of these books with the characters is equally matched in the growth of the writing. L.P. Dover has done a brilliant job of creating four individual stories that make up the greater whole and that is something that should be applauded. It could have been so easy to churn out four love stories that were all the same and have a monotonous pattern emerge. Not the case here. You can tell from page one of Forever Fae to the last page of Reign of Ice that her writing has grown and developed an adept feeling for telling you the reader about her characters.
If the characters are what sold the story for me, than everything else was just bonus. To reinvent the wheel is almost impossible so when I got a faery story that was unique and new and refreshing, I have to stop and take notice. This world is a balance between lore and modern. It toes the line of being contemporary characters and ideals with the old school fae tradition. It was one of the reasons I loved this series so much. I hope to hear about another story from this world again, however these four books have won me over with ease and no matter if you're looking for a love story or action or whimsy, Reign of Ice and the rest of the Forever Fae series will ensnare from beginning to end, and what an ending it had!
June 20, 2025
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The final installment offers a dramatic and emotional conclusion. Ariella and Brayden’s forced-bond-turned-true-love arc is both frustrating and heartfelt, mirroring the push-pull tension that defines the series. The climax hits all the right emotional notes—sacrifice, strength, and hope. While the resolution may lean slightly too tidy for some, it ties the series together with satisfying closure. Themes of unity and love's redemptive power are fully realized here.
The final installment offers a dramatic and emotional conclusion. Ariella and Brayden’s forced-bond-turned-true-love arc is both frustrating and heartfelt, mirroring the push-pull tension that defines the series. The climax hits all the right emotional notes—sacrifice, strength, and hope. While the resolution may lean slightly too tidy for some, it ties the series together with satisfying closure. Themes of unity and love's redemptive power are fully realized here.
December 6, 2013
Oh. My. Gawd! I absolutely positively love, love, loved this book! Wow, just wow!
I think that Arielle and Brayden are by far my favorite part of the series besides Ryder that is. (Heehee) I thought Mel was a tough chick but Ariella just had a way about her and she definitely was the most headstrong of the bunch. Brayden took warming up to but it got plenty toasty after that. I was so on edge reading the book from the very beginning always dreading when Alasdair would make his move and I have to say I was shocked and he was very clever. I also like Ariella's powers the most and I love that this story delved more into the reasons why Queen Mab and Queen Tatiana loathed each other though I am sure there is more to the story. That was exciting! The first guardian and destined match of the bunch.
There are so many things I loved about this story and Alasdair was not one of them although he is the perfect villain. I laughed and man did I cry. I cried more than once as a matter of fact. It was so hard to keep reading at one point but I had to know what happened next.
Reign of Ice is a beautiful story filled with love, happiness, anger, good, evil, family, destiny and magic. The series will stay with me forever I am pretty sure. To love like that, a forever without any doubts bonded love, amazing.
It's full of beauty as well as hot guys and steamy goodness that made me blush. I will more than likely read these books again and possibly again after that!
I could seriously go on and on and in the end oh my god! No joke I read through streaming tears! Seriously! It was so heartbreaking to get pulled into Brayden's emotions. That part was definitely brutal.
Oh and the end, wow! Meeting Ella, oh you just have to read it! It was amazing!!! I read it all in one day!!!!!!
I absolutely love the series and if you love stories of Fae like I do and have no problem with the steamy bits this is most definitely a great series for you.
I recommend it! Best NA Fantasy Romance Series EVER!!
I think that Arielle and Brayden are by far my favorite part of the series besides Ryder that is. (Heehee) I thought Mel was a tough chick but Ariella just had a way about her and she definitely was the most headstrong of the bunch. Brayden took warming up to but it got plenty toasty after that. I was so on edge reading the book from the very beginning always dreading when Alasdair would make his move and I have to say I was shocked and he was very clever. I also like Ariella's powers the most and I love that this story delved more into the reasons why Queen Mab and Queen Tatiana loathed each other though I am sure there is more to the story. That was exciting! The first guardian and destined match of the bunch.
There are so many things I loved about this story and Alasdair was not one of them although he is the perfect villain. I laughed and man did I cry. I cried more than once as a matter of fact. It was so hard to keep reading at one point but I had to know what happened next.
Reign of Ice is a beautiful story filled with love, happiness, anger, good, evil, family, destiny and magic. The series will stay with me forever I am pretty sure. To love like that, a forever without any doubts bonded love, amazing.
It's full of beauty as well as hot guys and steamy goodness that made me blush. I will more than likely read these books again and possibly again after that!
I could seriously go on and on and in the end oh my god! No joke I read through streaming tears! Seriously! It was so heartbreaking to get pulled into Brayden's emotions. That part was definitely brutal.
Oh and the end, wow! Meeting Ella, oh you just have to read it! It was amazing!!! I read it all in one day!!!!!!
I absolutely love the series and if you love stories of Fae like I do and have no problem with the steamy bits this is most definitely a great series for you.
I recommend it! Best NA Fantasy Romance Series EVER!!
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