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Caledonia Fae #3
Enemy of the Fae
With a young monarch rising to the Caledonian throne, and traitorous plots implicating those nearest Queen Eilidh, unrest is rife in the kingdom. She must sift through the intrigues and lies to survive, all while trying to discover which of her trusted companions hates her enough to commit mass murder.
Pressures threaten to overcome the young ruler, and if she wants to protect Quinton Munro, her bonded druid, she must send him away. His journey turns into a mission when he stumbles on an ancient truth that will shake the foundations of the entire faerie realm. Faced with infinite danger and the promise of limitless power, Munro must make the most difficult choices of his life and embrace the promise of his true druid heritage.
One friend will die because of that truth, one’s friend’s betrayal will cause irreparable scars, and the once tightly-knit band of druids learn that not all magic is benevolent.
Pressures threaten to overcome the young ruler, and if she wants to protect Quinton Munro, her bonded druid, she must send him away. His journey turns into a mission when he stumbles on an ancient truth that will shake the foundations of the entire faerie realm. Faced with infinite danger and the promise of limitless power, Munro must make the most difficult choices of his life and embrace the promise of his true druid heritage.
One friend will die because of that truth, one’s friend’s betrayal will cause irreparable scars, and the once tightly-knit band of druids learn that not all magic is benevolent.
320 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 15, 2012
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June 19, 2012
And the gloves come off! Ms. Drummond snagged my attention in this can't-put-it-down book 3 in the Caledonia Fae series. I had reservations about Eilidh and Griogair as mates, worrying that this would diminish her relationship with Quinton, but the story unfolds in a way that allows the men to grow closer in their shared feelings for Eilidh, without jealousy that would demean them, or edging into the obvious menage territory that would have been a too-easy way out. Oh, everyone has their insecurities, but they are the normal fleeting things we all deal with and the comfort level they attain makes the story richer.
The Druids are front and center here and without spoiling, I must say I always saw the Druids (except Munro) as "extras" waiting for a bondmate and the happenings in this book blow their passivity right out of the water!
There's murder, mystery and betrayal, all of which force Eilidh to grasp her position and rattle some sabres, reminding the Fae that she is Queen for a reason and not to be underestimated. As Quinton's destiny changes, the triumvirate formed with Griogair makes me anxious to see where this series goes next - I can't wait until December!
The Druids are front and center here and without spoiling, I must say I always saw the Druids (except Munro) as "extras" waiting for a bondmate and the happenings in this book blow their passivity right out of the water!
There's murder, mystery and betrayal, all of which force Eilidh to grasp her position and rattle some sabres, reminding the Fae that she is Queen for a reason and not to be underestimated. As Quinton's destiny changes, the triumvirate formed with Griogair makes me anxious to see where this series goes next - I can't wait until December!
June 18, 2017
Love the fantasy!!
August 2, 2014
I loved EVERY ONE of these books. Blood Faerie was my VERY FIRST trip to a faerie world (the fantasy genre is fairly new to me). I knew as soon as I finished it that, without a doubt, I wanted to read the rest of the series. I enjoyed getting acquainted with so many interesting characters. I REALLY, REALLY appreciate that the author wrote them so that they were ALL stand-alone books. I'm not sure why anyone wouldn't WANT to read the whole series. But I am SO STINKING TIRED of authors who just END a book in what seems to be the middle of an event, ostensibly to insure that we are forced to read the next installment. That doesn't always work for me. Sometimes it just pisses me off, insuring that I DON'T read the sequel. Anyhoo.. My only real disappointment is that the series has ended. I can only hope that Ms. Drummond will write a spin-off series to this one. I'll be watching for it.
May 26, 2014
2,5 de 5
Munro hace un descubrimiento muy importante que cambiará tal vez la historia entre druidas y Fae. Mientras sus relaciones con la reina siguen escondidas y empiezan a cambiar las cosas con el consorte.
En tanto Flùranach comete un error detras de otro con trágicas consecuencias.
Munro hace un descubrimiento muy importante que cambiará tal vez la historia entre druidas y Fae. Mientras sus relaciones con la reina siguen escondidas y empiezan a cambiar las cosas con el consorte.
En tanto Flùranach comete un error detras de otro con trágicas consecuencias.
January 14, 2019
The cover is does a really good job in depicting the contents of the story. We “learn” a lot about runes in this book. I put it in parenthesis because I walked away learning nothing. I was honestly very confused about the “reading” of the runes. It does state that Humans would never be able to understand them. There’s that. I’m going to come out and be completely real-I feel personally attacked. Whatevs. The cover is actually very pretty. It’s quite simple, but I believe that to be it’s elegance.
I like that these story’s can be read as standalones, although the characters remain the same in each book. If you don’t want to commit to the entire series, you don’t have too. Each book (so far) has a nice, crisp ending.
Queen Eilidh has taken up the throne rather gracefully. She seems to be fitting in well with the Royal Faes. Enemies has risen up against the Queen, and it’s down to her and her lover, Quentin Munro to track down the traitors. Munro must also face a new battle as he learns to understand and unlock his powers.
****SPOILERS****
There were a few things I didn’t quite grasp out of this book. Firstly, Munro and the other Druids are unlocking new powers and returning to the times of their ancestors. I think it’s cool that they’re now going to be more involved in the series, as opposed to background characters. What i didn’t grasp is that their was never any mention of their former glory. You would think as they were explaining to the Druids, what exactly it meant to be a Druid, it would have popped up. Yeah, I get that their hasn’t been one for several millennia. I just think it’s a bit odd. Secondly, I actually really enjoyed that they tried to force a bond. I was curious about that in the previous book, wondered if it could possibly be done. It can, it’s not pleasant. What I don’t grasp is how it happened. This little girl, this eight year old girl, goes into the time stream and comes back as a full fledged adult. Yeah, Magic. Human’s don’t understand magic, *eyeroll* This was a major plot point, and I felt that it could have been better explained. The author also could have gone without the fucking pedophilia. Yeah, she may look like a full grown woman, but she still acts like an eight year old brat. I found those parts very disturbing. Thirdly, I didn’t like the new developments between Queen Eilidh, Munro and Griogair. Call me old fashioned, but I’m not big on poly in books. I think it’s fine in real life, if that’s what makes you happy. You do you, boo. I understand feelings can change, and they can grow. I just saw no romantic feelings pass between Eilidh and Griogair in the past book, and it honestly seemed kind of forced in this one. I haven’t read the previous books in like six months, but i seem to remember Munro didn’t like the thought of them being together romantically. In this book however, he’s all for it. Leads me to wonder if the next book will have a damn threesome.
Actual rating of this book is 3.
It’s not a bad read. I found a lot of the information confusing, a lot of the fae teachings, but I found the plot enjoyable. The writing of Ms. Drummond is simple, yet sophisticated. It’s not going to take you on a wondrous journey, but it will get you out of your head for a few hours. It’s a very light read, only took me about five hours to completely finish. If you’re looking for a book you don’t have to fully commit to, just something to fill in your day. This is an excellent find.
I like that these story’s can be read as standalones, although the characters remain the same in each book. If you don’t want to commit to the entire series, you don’t have too. Each book (so far) has a nice, crisp ending.
Queen Eilidh has taken up the throne rather gracefully. She seems to be fitting in well with the Royal Faes. Enemies has risen up against the Queen, and it’s down to her and her lover, Quentin Munro to track down the traitors. Munro must also face a new battle as he learns to understand and unlock his powers.
****SPOILERS****
There were a few things I didn’t quite grasp out of this book. Firstly, Munro and the other Druids are unlocking new powers and returning to the times of their ancestors. I think it’s cool that they’re now going to be more involved in the series, as opposed to background characters. What i didn’t grasp is that their was never any mention of their former glory. You would think as they were explaining to the Druids, what exactly it meant to be a Druid, it would have popped up. Yeah, I get that their hasn’t been one for several millennia. I just think it’s a bit odd. Secondly, I actually really enjoyed that they tried to force a bond. I was curious about that in the previous book, wondered if it could possibly be done. It can, it’s not pleasant. What I don’t grasp is how it happened. This little girl, this eight year old girl, goes into the time stream and comes back as a full fledged adult. Yeah, Magic. Human’s don’t understand magic, *eyeroll* This was a major plot point, and I felt that it could have been better explained. The author also could have gone without the fucking pedophilia. Yeah, she may look like a full grown woman, but she still acts like an eight year old brat. I found those parts very disturbing. Thirdly, I didn’t like the new developments between Queen Eilidh, Munro and Griogair. Call me old fashioned, but I’m not big on poly in books. I think it’s fine in real life, if that’s what makes you happy. You do you, boo. I understand feelings can change, and they can grow. I just saw no romantic feelings pass between Eilidh and Griogair in the past book, and it honestly seemed kind of forced in this one. I haven’t read the previous books in like six months, but i seem to remember Munro didn’t like the thought of them being together romantically. In this book however, he’s all for it. Leads me to wonder if the next book will have a damn threesome.
Actual rating of this book is 3.
It’s not a bad read. I found a lot of the information confusing, a lot of the fae teachings, but I found the plot enjoyable. The writing of Ms. Drummond is simple, yet sophisticated. It’s not going to take you on a wondrous journey, but it will get you out of your head for a few hours. It’s a very light read, only took me about five hours to completely finish. If you’re looking for a book you don’t have to fully commit to, just something to fill in your day. This is an excellent find.
September 25, 2025
Where does one begin when she's fallen hard for a series of books after swearing to read no more series? India Drummond, you made me break that promise to myself! Thinking I would read one volume and walk away, I began at the beginning with Blood Faerie, which I read in two days and wanted desperately to stay up all night reading. Yes, it is that good.
The story ended, and could have walked away, but I really fell in love with Eilidh (Haley without the h) and PC Quinton Munro. Like a kid with candy, I wanted, nay needed more, so instead of choosing from my enormous TBR stack, I purchased Azuri Fae, the second book in the series.
Diving right in, I couldn't match my reading pace to my desire to know what happens next. All the way through a most unusual search and even more unlikely love story, I craved more, more, more. The book is perfect, but the ending tugged at me - there are additional storylines to meet my apparently unquenchable thirst to remain with these fantastic characters in their magical land.
Of course, I immediately opened Enemy of the Fae, the third in Drummond's remarkably wonderful series. Wow! The story continues at a fast pace that feels perfectly suited to the action in this novel. Additional complex characters arrive or are carried from the previous novels, and this reader loved even the evil ones.
After all, evil hearts and actions can add so much to an intriguing story. Stir in Drummond's amazingly rich imagination, and I could hardly fall asleep the one night I needed to rest as I zoomed through the third book in another two days. The minute I finished Enemy, I picked up the remaining books in this series.
Yes, the woman who "isn't going to read another series ever!" is deeply engaged with the characters and the storylines Drummond created. My friends know what a geek and grammar proper person I am, so let me speak to that in these works.
My Kindle grammar notes for thus far, that's three books, total eight. That's six in Blood Faerie, zero in Azuri Fae, and only two in Enemy of the Fae. I've been known to add books to a DNF stack because of grammar errors, especially using "that" instead of "who," so for me, Drummond's writing and her editor's pen are impressive.
If you like fairy tales, please RUN while these are on sale and grab as many as you can afford. I promise, you won't be sorry.
The story ended, and could have walked away, but I really fell in love with Eilidh (Haley without the h) and PC Quinton Munro. Like a kid with candy, I wanted, nay needed more, so instead of choosing from my enormous TBR stack, I purchased Azuri Fae, the second book in the series.
Diving right in, I couldn't match my reading pace to my desire to know what happens next. All the way through a most unusual search and even more unlikely love story, I craved more, more, more. The book is perfect, but the ending tugged at me - there are additional storylines to meet my apparently unquenchable thirst to remain with these fantastic characters in their magical land.
Of course, I immediately opened Enemy of the Fae, the third in Drummond's remarkably wonderful series. Wow! The story continues at a fast pace that feels perfectly suited to the action in this novel. Additional complex characters arrive or are carried from the previous novels, and this reader loved even the evil ones.
After all, evil hearts and actions can add so much to an intriguing story. Stir in Drummond's amazingly rich imagination, and I could hardly fall asleep the one night I needed to rest as I zoomed through the third book in another two days. The minute I finished Enemy, I picked up the remaining books in this series.
Yes, the woman who "isn't going to read another series ever!" is deeply engaged with the characters and the storylines Drummond created. My friends know what a geek and grammar proper person I am, so let me speak to that in these works.
My Kindle grammar notes for thus far, that's three books, total eight. That's six in Blood Faerie, zero in Azuri Fae, and only two in Enemy of the Fae. I've been known to add books to a DNF stack because of grammar errors, especially using "that" instead of "who," so for me, Drummond's writing and her editor's pen are impressive.
If you like fairy tales, please RUN while these are on sale and grab as many as you can afford. I promise, you won't be sorry.
March 25, 2022
Ugh. This book series took a TURN here.
This particular installment picks up with Eilidh as queen (with way more queen behavior than I was expecting) and Quinton still hiding his relationship with her. I was completely not shocked by the more love triangle-y turn we took there (yum), and happily await future installments for that group. The mystery here was someone working against Eilidh from either her assumed supporters or some shadowey group. In parallel, there is a lot of druid stuff going on. Quinton is transforming, showing new skills, and all the while the other druids are working to make something cool.
Here's where it all takes a TURN - The druid with powers over time connects with the VERY YOUNG fae who is their friend (turns out I was confused in the last book and there actually was a VERY YOUNG fae girl that the druids spend time with). So. Things happen and magically she is outwardly older but inside she is AN 8 YEAR OLD GIRL. This girl then goes on to do terrible things with an older guy and it's TERRIBLE. I'm scarred, or as scarred as someone can be when you've also read the KMM series that treads in this very same (but maybe older?) territory. I guess if you can accept all that, this book does push the overall kingdom storyline along with not many other huge surprises. The twists and turns were OK but pretty predictable. Seriously, 8 years old - I'm not over it.
This particular installment picks up with Eilidh as queen (with way more queen behavior than I was expecting) and Quinton still hiding his relationship with her. I was completely not shocked by the more love triangle-y turn we took there (yum), and happily await future installments for that group. The mystery here was someone working against Eilidh from either her assumed supporters or some shadowey group. In parallel, there is a lot of druid stuff going on. Quinton is transforming, showing new skills, and all the while the other druids are working to make something cool.
Here's where it all takes a TURN - The druid with powers over time connects with the VERY YOUNG fae who is their friend (turns out I was confused in the last book and there actually was a VERY YOUNG fae girl that the druids spend time with). So. Things happen and magically she is outwardly older but inside she is AN 8 YEAR OLD GIRL. This girl then goes on to do terrible things with an older guy and it's TERRIBLE. I'm scarred, or as scarred as someone can be when you've also read the KMM series that treads in this very same (but maybe older?) territory. I guess if you can accept all that, this book does push the overall kingdom storyline along with not many other huge surprises. The twists and turns were OK but pretty predictable. Seriously, 8 years old - I'm not over it.
September 1, 2017
The further I get into this series, the more I find that I like it! So far, the end of each of the books hasn't given a hint to the beginning of the next, so I am left wondering what is going to happen.
It seems that with each passing book, the writing becomes more skilled and more mature. There were a few words I needed to look up in this book.
I wasn't sure about a fantasy series that took place during modern times... but moving through the books, the more the characters are away from humans and their presence. I almost kind of like this idea, and could warm up to it for future books. I typically like reading about certain time periods, but I think the author pulled this off really well.
Overall, I gave this book four stars. It really is a good book, and I have a hard time putting it down once I have started reading. I hope to get through book four this weekend!
It seems that with each passing book, the writing becomes more skilled and more mature. There were a few words I needed to look up in this book.
I wasn't sure about a fantasy series that took place during modern times... but moving through the books, the more the characters are away from humans and their presence. I almost kind of like this idea, and could warm up to it for future books. I typically like reading about certain time periods, but I think the author pulled this off really well.
Overall, I gave this book four stars. It really is a good book, and I have a hard time putting it down once I have started reading. I hope to get through book four this weekend!
October 16, 2018
If you like stories about faeries and myth with a light romance edge, this series may be something of interest. The first book I really enjoyed. The third book not so much. I was a little disappointed that none of the former books had anything to give an iota of enticement to move forward with the story, therefore I’m satisfied to not read the remaining 3 books. The depth of the characters didn’t pull me in to want walk along for their continued journey. This last book seems like a good fork in the road and a great place to part with the fae queen and bid her farewell. I would still recommend this series if you love fantasy content.
November 3, 2020
Spoiler alert
What the hell did I just read? Yes, there can be difficult decisions in life but it never EVER ends with having two husbands who are perfectly content with each other. Pick one and suck up the hurt. Ugh! Left such a bad taste in my mouth! And while it was happening and Munro “felt her happiness” and then realized why she was happy, it made my skin crawl. Then her little blushing girl comments. Barf! That’s not the Eilidh we’ve gotten to know. I can’t even comment about anything else because I’m so bothered by this new development. Rant over
What the hell did I just read? Yes, there can be difficult decisions in life but it never EVER ends with having two husbands who are perfectly content with each other. Pick one and suck up the hurt. Ugh! Left such a bad taste in my mouth! And while it was happening and Munro “felt her happiness” and then realized why she was happy, it made my skin crawl. Then her little blushing girl comments. Barf! That’s not the Eilidh we’ve gotten to know. I can’t even comment about anything else because I’m so bothered by this new development. Rant over
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 2, 2018
At this point I'm hoping for some more emotional depth from the characters as obviously the plot is starting to flirt with darker and potentially more complicated politics. There still a too-clean vibe to it. Then again, there's just so much going on with the various plots, there might not be enough pages to give everything the grit it needs.
November 19, 2017
Things really heat up in this book.
My favorite in the series so far. I'm looking forward to the next one. I can't imagine what else could come next.
My favorite in the series so far. I'm looking forward to the next one. I can't imagine what else could come next.
September 28, 2018
Wow!
There's a forced bond of a Druid and a killer on the loose, betrayal and a claiming! Just a few things that make this installment so good! Highly recommend!!
There's a forced bond of a Druid and a killer on the loose, betrayal and a claiming! Just a few things that make this installment so good! Highly recommend!!
February 21, 2024
Continuing the epic story of. The far queen, her consort, and the druid lord who loves her.
January 10, 2018
This one didn't grip me quite as much as the first two. It seemed slower paced, but still a entertaining read. Will definitely be continuing on with the last 3 sometime.
May 2, 2013
Story Overview:
We’re back with part three of the wonderful series developed written by India Drummond. In this installment we are another six months on from the last book. Queen Eilidh has had a shaky start to her reign, but it is only the beginning for her troubled beginnings. When a fae who is under arrest for crimes against the nation is murdered and evidence points to her bonded Druid Monroe an elaborate plan is hatched that could kills dethrone Eilidh and kill all the Druids who are under her protection. But who is behind all the trickery?
Meanwhile Monroe researches the past about the Druids and finds a startling history that could have far reaching consequences for everyone. But will this change his relationship with Eilidh who is growing closer to her political mate?
Cover Page: 20/20
Again, the cover aspects are much like the previous stories; very well professionally done and very typical of the fantasy market. However what the previous two covers were marked against is certainly not in question here. Although part of the story is in modern day Scotland, most of it occurs in the Otherworld, which certainly has a medieval feel to it. I would say that the rune on the center of the page seems to cluttered, but it fits perfectly with the story.
Character (and their development): 18/20
Again characters are perfectly balanced and with each story are growing in different and diverging ways. The emotions of Eilidh being tugged in two totally different directions, with one being publicly acknowledged and the other a secret that the three of them hold is beautifully told and the ending couldn’t be more than a delight to read.
Monroe in this book seems more like his cop self than he had been in any of the previous books. Yet this is an important element in order to ground him to realization of what he use to be and how he is different from the world he now resides in. His logical thought patterns are brilliantly written and it is surprising how he acts towards the Queens consort.
The true masterminds behind everything are brilliant concealed right up to the end and even in the last chapters the pressures on the young Queen are no apparent. This adds to the need to continue to read the book until the very end as quick as possible.
Storyline: 18/20
The story is a great one to read. At the beginning of the book there are many story threads that seem too unconnected that they can’t possibly be connected. And as the book carries on you feel that they are divulging even more into a spate of several separate stories; that at the end of the book when the all combine in spectacular fashion you feel on such a high as a reader. Unfortunately, yet again the author has done such a wonderfully deep story and with so many illusions and deceptions that to reveal much more would be a huge spoiler.
Style: 19/20
Style is again something that the author has truly excelled in. The writing is brilliant done so that the reader can touch, smell and taste the world that they are reading in such a way that it doesn’t hold down the pace of the story. Speaking of which is done again in the authors excellent way of making action sequences seem speedy and the slowing the reader down when there are slower more intimate moments. It brilliant plays the reader to raise their heart rate and the adrenaline as the action sequences play out.
The characters seem real and so likable that the reader will wish to give them an open invitation to come into their home. And as with other books in the series, the reader will gain more knowledge about new characters that have thus far been in the background or used sparingly until now.
Again with previous books, the author has made the universe and this story so well written that anyone could pick up this book and not need the previous ones to understand what is going on. Yet the author has not loaded the book with long explanations of previous books either, giving a balance that is refreshing and avoiding the temptation that many authors give in to.
My one sad point on the style is that there were a few times when the same point was mentioned several times by a character when it didn’t need to be. But that is a minor point.
Spelling and Grammar: 19/20
There are a couple of errors within the work, but to be honest, nothing there which slows the pace down. And to be honest I’ve read a traditionally published author recently and found nearly four times as many mistakes in a smaller piece of work.
Conclusion: 94/100
The series is again continued in excellent style. The author is developing not just the characters but the world in which she has created the characters interacts with. The writing is as ever sublime and the story compelling enough for one to read to the very end as quickly as one can. If you’ve not read this installment yet, I would truly recommend it.
We’re back with part three of the wonderful series developed written by India Drummond. In this installment we are another six months on from the last book. Queen Eilidh has had a shaky start to her reign, but it is only the beginning for her troubled beginnings. When a fae who is under arrest for crimes against the nation is murdered and evidence points to her bonded Druid Monroe an elaborate plan is hatched that could kills dethrone Eilidh and kill all the Druids who are under her protection. But who is behind all the trickery?
Meanwhile Monroe researches the past about the Druids and finds a startling history that could have far reaching consequences for everyone. But will this change his relationship with Eilidh who is growing closer to her political mate?
Cover Page: 20/20
Again, the cover aspects are much like the previous stories; very well professionally done and very typical of the fantasy market. However what the previous two covers were marked against is certainly not in question here. Although part of the story is in modern day Scotland, most of it occurs in the Otherworld, which certainly has a medieval feel to it. I would say that the rune on the center of the page seems to cluttered, but it fits perfectly with the story.
Character (and their development): 18/20
Again characters are perfectly balanced and with each story are growing in different and diverging ways. The emotions of Eilidh being tugged in two totally different directions, with one being publicly acknowledged and the other a secret that the three of them hold is beautifully told and the ending couldn’t be more than a delight to read.
Monroe in this book seems more like his cop self than he had been in any of the previous books. Yet this is an important element in order to ground him to realization of what he use to be and how he is different from the world he now resides in. His logical thought patterns are brilliantly written and it is surprising how he acts towards the Queens consort.
The true masterminds behind everything are brilliant concealed right up to the end and even in the last chapters the pressures on the young Queen are no apparent. This adds to the need to continue to read the book until the very end as quick as possible.
Storyline: 18/20
The story is a great one to read. At the beginning of the book there are many story threads that seem too unconnected that they can’t possibly be connected. And as the book carries on you feel that they are divulging even more into a spate of several separate stories; that at the end of the book when the all combine in spectacular fashion you feel on such a high as a reader. Unfortunately, yet again the author has done such a wonderfully deep story and with so many illusions and deceptions that to reveal much more would be a huge spoiler.
Style: 19/20
Style is again something that the author has truly excelled in. The writing is brilliant done so that the reader can touch, smell and taste the world that they are reading in such a way that it doesn’t hold down the pace of the story. Speaking of which is done again in the authors excellent way of making action sequences seem speedy and the slowing the reader down when there are slower more intimate moments. It brilliant plays the reader to raise their heart rate and the adrenaline as the action sequences play out.
The characters seem real and so likable that the reader will wish to give them an open invitation to come into their home. And as with other books in the series, the reader will gain more knowledge about new characters that have thus far been in the background or used sparingly until now.
Again with previous books, the author has made the universe and this story so well written that anyone could pick up this book and not need the previous ones to understand what is going on. Yet the author has not loaded the book with long explanations of previous books either, giving a balance that is refreshing and avoiding the temptation that many authors give in to.
My one sad point on the style is that there were a few times when the same point was mentioned several times by a character when it didn’t need to be. But that is a minor point.
Spelling and Grammar: 19/20
There are a couple of errors within the work, but to be honest, nothing there which slows the pace down. And to be honest I’ve read a traditionally published author recently and found nearly four times as many mistakes in a smaller piece of work.
Conclusion: 94/100
The series is again continued in excellent style. The author is developing not just the characters but the world in which she has created the characters interacts with. The writing is as ever sublime and the story compelling enough for one to read to the very end as quickly as one can. If you’ve not read this installment yet, I would truly recommend it.
June 26, 2012
Disclosure Note: I received a copy of the book to review from the author.
With this episode in the story of Eilidh and Munro the world of the Fae takes on an element of reality and depth that was not visible before. The Druids learn that their new world is not so far removed from that which they left, Eilidh must decide what it means to be a Queen, and they all learn the consequences of power.
India has done an amazing job of taking a realm where even the smallest child has the power to bend reality to their will and bringing it down to Earth. Another author I've ready made the assertion, "An armed society is a polite society." Enemy of the Fae explores what happens when the rules are broken and old crimes take on a potency when colored by the power of the Fae.
This book can really tear at your heart. Still, India does show that life goes on and that there can be joy and hope after hurt and betrayal. Old ghosts do pass and new friends are there to be found.
Enemy of the Fae is definitely worth the read.
With this episode in the story of Eilidh and Munro the world of the Fae takes on an element of reality and depth that was not visible before. The Druids learn that their new world is not so far removed from that which they left, Eilidh must decide what it means to be a Queen, and they all learn the consequences of power.
India has done an amazing job of taking a realm where even the smallest child has the power to bend reality to their will and bringing it down to Earth. Another author I've ready made the assertion, "An armed society is a polite society." Enemy of the Fae explores what happens when the rules are broken and old crimes take on a potency when colored by the power of the Fae.
This book can really tear at your heart. Still, India does show that life goes on and that there can be joy and hope after hurt and betrayal. Old ghosts do pass and new friends are there to be found.
Enemy of the Fae is definitely worth the read.
October 29, 2012
The world of the Fae and Druids has never been this good! Eilidh and Munro had me enthralled from the beginning and they would not let go! With a looming threat to Eilidh, a mystery to solve and Munro learning what it means to be a Druid, the action never stopped and the twists and turns had me gasping for more!
What I love about Eilidh and Munro is that they are so selfless. They don’t pretend to be something they are not. They take what they get and they deal with it together in a loving and logical manner! The rest of the Druids and Griogair were just as fascinating as ever and with a host of characters like these, how could you go wrong?!
The setting India Drummond creates is fantastical and so well described that you can’t help but find yourself thinking of the world when you are not reading. I also found the pacing perfect for me, not once was I bored or confused by the events that were unfolding. Every sentence was gobbled up by me in an instant!
I highly recommend this series and I can’t wait to read the next one, Druid Lords!
What I love about Eilidh and Munro is that they are so selfless. They don’t pretend to be something they are not. They take what they get and they deal with it together in a loving and logical manner! The rest of the Druids and Griogair were just as fascinating as ever and with a host of characters like these, how could you go wrong?!
The setting India Drummond creates is fantastical and so well described that you can’t help but find yourself thinking of the world when you are not reading. I also found the pacing perfect for me, not once was I bored or confused by the events that were unfolding. Every sentence was gobbled up by me in an instant!
I highly recommend this series and I can’t wait to read the next one, Druid Lords!
August 19, 2014
Eilidhl and Munro still bonded but have a major hurdles to get over one someone wants to discredit Eilidhl and Munro and even someone else they both know .. also Munro brings the rest of the druids to caledonia but there are complications as to one Druid who is forced to be bonded and is hurting him and has lost the will to live due to the bond but also he can't die due to the bond either but he wishes it .. the other is the fact their is a friend who dies a traitor and someone who everyone thought was dead but still lives there is a few close people who die but as to whom well you will need to read to find this out ,, until net read and review .. read on .. also oh yeah a surprise is at the tail end to find that out well read it lol .. if you want to know .. and buy more by india drummond .. there is 3 more in this awesome series ...
June 12, 2012
India Drummond's novels just keep getting better and better. The third in the Caledonia Fae series, Enemy of the Fae draws readers even deeper into the fae kingdom, where murder, magic, and mystery intertwine to create a story that kept me eagerly turning the pages for more. I was pleased part of the novel focuses on one of my favourite characters, Munro, as he learns more about his own mystical powers and comes to terms with his new life away from humans. Drummond's atmospheric writing brought alive the characters and world, enabling me to slip easily into the land of the fae.
If you enjoyed the first two Caledonia Fae novels, I guarantee you'll love this, too.
If you enjoyed the first two Caledonia Fae novels, I guarantee you'll love this, too.
July 25, 2012
I read all three books in the series in less than a week because I couldn't put them down. I love the way the author reverses the usual plot involving the fae. In this series, the humans move to the worlds of the fae, rather than the other way around. Plot twists, fast paced action, and multiple story lines keep the reader asking for more! Number four in the series is due out in December 2012. Can't wait!
July 6, 2014
In this next book Eilidh, the queen, is dealing with treachery, spies, and traitors. Along with her mate and Munro, her druid, she works to find answers to questions that are perplexing. Who can she trust, who are her enemies. She is also dealing with new revelations about the druids.
This book was exciting and didn't disappoint. This was a quick read and I applaud the author. Love this continuing story, India Drummond.
This book was exciting and didn't disappoint. This was a quick read and I applaud the author. Love this continuing story, India Drummond.
March 11, 2013
This wa more who done it, or who's doing it, then the last book- I liked it better because of it. I didn't guess the deaths right, but the betrayal was kinda obvious. Not for Tweens. And the relationship stuff is taking a wired turn I find less believable as it goes on. I guess it is supposed to be more believable because of wired magical changes? Yeah- so not seeing that.
April 14, 2015
I have enjoyed this series thus far but book three is my favorite. Without ruining the plot this book begins the evolution of the druids roles in the fae realm. I am anxious to read the fourth book to build upon the druids power's. This is an entertaining series for anyone who is a fan of the fae fantasy genre.
December 13, 2015
Faeries company
One of the things that I like about this series is that e each story is self contained. That makes the stories easy to come back to at any time. The reader is not compelled by the use of a hook or cliffhanger to read the next in the series. It is the stand alone quality that draws the reader to read.
One of the things that I like about this series is that e each story is self contained. That makes the stories easy to come back to at any time. The reader is not compelled by the use of a hook or cliffhanger to read the next in the series. It is the stand alone quality that draws the reader to read.
January 3, 2016
I continue to like her series, I do really enjoy the Faerie fantasies. I stay interested & look forward to finding out what's going to happen next. In this book, I really was wishing Eilidh would just be a bit more emotional about Munro, taking his feelings into account a little more, but she's being stoic & majestic & holding her own.
March 19, 2013
Have now finished the third book in the Caledonia Fae Saga and am still gripped, think I may have to bust this months book budget and get the fourth, then I believe I am in for a wait until the next, oh well it has been a good read so far so well worth waiting for.
July 24, 2013
This series just keeps getting better. The recurring characters are evolving in ways I had not imagined. And just when I think I know what's going to happen there is a twist. I'm looking forward to the next book.
January 24, 2014
I don't know how the author comes up with this stuff. Truly mind-blowing world-building and extravagant imagination of a beautiful fae kingdom and its people...all on top of a solid story between Eilidh and Munro. On to Book 4!
October 5, 2014
Another great story for Munro & Eilidh. With the Druids starting to embrace their heritage & gifts. In doing so that can only mean good things for the down to earth loving couple. First though they have a murderer to find! A thrilling read.
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