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Enchantress Awakens #2
Through a Somber Sky
The following synopsis may contain spoilers for Through the Wicked Wood.
How far are you willing to go, to find what's been lost?
Weeks after the events on Kirsgard Mountain, Sorin finds himself desperate for aid on the doorstep of a reluctant ally; Lord Thaddeus of the Jade Guild.
After years of being shut out, Sorin’s only chance at getting into Valebridge and stopping the blight is to convince the members of the Guilds to help him not only overthrow King Roman but to restore Mother Gaia’s magick to the Enchantresses. But will they still see him as the mischievous boy of his youth, or the man and leader he’s grown to be?
With Sam and Jarek manning the outlying towns and the Awakening Stones, Sorin is on his own to convince them that time is of the essence and if they're going to act, it must be now.
Isolated from the rest of the crew, Elora faces more demons than one. Once thought to be her demise, she's found the voices in her head are more her friends rather than foe. After many failed attempts, her magick remains buried deep within her. Though grateful it has yet to be stolen, the longer it stays dormant, the more she begins to worry it will be lost for good.
While Valebridge stands tall and unshakable, not everything is what it seems. Cracks begin to splinter the truth that lies beneath the corrupt king’s mask and he, too, must make a decision. Will he continue the perilous chase of hunting magick, or forge a new path to right his many wrongs? Love and honor test his loyalty as he continues to lead a country left to him by his late father, King Silas.
Twists and turns and heartbreak abound, journey one last time through Teravie as the crew works tirelessly to defeat Valebridge once and for all, and find what's been lost.
Through a Somber Sky is the second and final book in the Enchantress Awakens Duology. Through a Somber Sky is an emotionally sweeping, character driven cottage-core meets dark fantasy romance where themes of grief, guilt, and love after loss and the complexity of what it means to be human are explored.
It is intended for mature audiences, please refer to the trigger warnings before reading.
How far are you willing to go, to find what's been lost?
Weeks after the events on Kirsgard Mountain, Sorin finds himself desperate for aid on the doorstep of a reluctant ally; Lord Thaddeus of the Jade Guild.
After years of being shut out, Sorin’s only chance at getting into Valebridge and stopping the blight is to convince the members of the Guilds to help him not only overthrow King Roman but to restore Mother Gaia’s magick to the Enchantresses. But will they still see him as the mischievous boy of his youth, or the man and leader he’s grown to be?
With Sam and Jarek manning the outlying towns and the Awakening Stones, Sorin is on his own to convince them that time is of the essence and if they're going to act, it must be now.
Isolated from the rest of the crew, Elora faces more demons than one. Once thought to be her demise, she's found the voices in her head are more her friends rather than foe. After many failed attempts, her magick remains buried deep within her. Though grateful it has yet to be stolen, the longer it stays dormant, the more she begins to worry it will be lost for good.
While Valebridge stands tall and unshakable, not everything is what it seems. Cracks begin to splinter the truth that lies beneath the corrupt king’s mask and he, too, must make a decision. Will he continue the perilous chase of hunting magick, or forge a new path to right his many wrongs? Love and honor test his loyalty as he continues to lead a country left to him by his late father, King Silas.
Twists and turns and heartbreak abound, journey one last time through Teravie as the crew works tirelessly to defeat Valebridge once and for all, and find what's been lost.
Through a Somber Sky is the second and final book in the Enchantress Awakens Duology. Through a Somber Sky is an emotionally sweeping, character driven cottage-core meets dark fantasy romance where themes of grief, guilt, and love after loss and the complexity of what it means to be human are explored.
It is intended for mature audiences, please refer to the trigger warnings before reading.
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Published October 8, 2024
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About the author
Kristen R. Moore
4 books80 followersHi everyone! I'm Kristen, a fantasy romance writer from the Pacific Northwest. I've always had a passion for writing and reading and in 2023 I took a leap and published my first book, Through the Wicked Wood.
If you love action packed adventure, forbidden love, and a touch of scary, the City of Lost Kings Duology is perfect for you!
If you love cozy settings, mental health rep, with swoon worthy romance and heartbreaking character arcs, I think you'll love the Enchantress Awakens Duology!
Keep up to date by following my author journey on Instagram: @authorkristenmoore
If you love action packed adventure, forbidden love, and a touch of scary, the City of Lost Kings Duology is perfect for you!
If you love cozy settings, mental health rep, with swoon worthy romance and heartbreaking character arcs, I think you'll love the Enchantress Awakens Duology!
Keep up to date by following my author journey on Instagram: @authorkristenmoore
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October 9, 2024
I don’t know if I’ve ever read a more satisfying conclusion. It was bittersweet and unforgettable. This book ripped my heart out so many times. I actually cried more than I’d like to admit. It was so incredibly written and EMOTIONAL! The multi-POV, I think, contributed greatly to its emotional impact. I found myself sympathizing with characters that I hated. The way the trajectory of their lives changed due to tragic circumstances was relatable and achingly raw. The struggle to overcome manipulation and see what happens when love turns toxic and demanding… gah, it was just so SAD! There were so many layers to this story and I loved it!
I’ll probably edit my review in a few days. I’m still emotional over this! The strong women standing up against corruption and the patriarchy that used and abused them. The found family aspect! The friendships and women empowering women! Forgiveness, healing, and the willingness to see the good in people. Love that transcends time. Strong MMCs supporting the woman and helping in them fight against the injustices they endure.
It touched on so many things and every lesson was just as powerful as the last. 🥺
I’ll probably edit my review in a few days. I’m still emotional over this! The strong women standing up against corruption and the patriarchy that used and abused them. The found family aspect! The friendships and women empowering women! Forgiveness, healing, and the willingness to see the good in people. Love that transcends time. Strong MMCs supporting the woman and helping in them fight against the injustices they endure.
It touched on so many things and every lesson was just as powerful as the last. 🥺
October 2, 2024
All the stars! I love this series so much.
Picking up exactly where we left off in Through the Wicked Wood this book had me locked in. Masterful done POV switches from chapter to chapter kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time… a truly immersive reading experience from start to finish.
The setting is so dreamy to me, enchanted forests and imposing castles and fairytale villages… political intrigue… a struggle for the control of magic… this hit all the spots for my fantasy loving heart.
The romance!! There are multiple relationships and they’re all so well developed.
The plot twists and developments had me gasping multiple times. Tears were shed more than once.
Thank you to Kristen for the chance to read an ARC. I’m such a massive fan forever. So sad to leave these characters behind, but thrilled to read what you come up with next.
Note this is an open door romantasy and I definitely recommend checking triggers. Feel free to message me if you want to chat TW.
Picking up exactly where we left off in Through the Wicked Wood this book had me locked in. Masterful done POV switches from chapter to chapter kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time… a truly immersive reading experience from start to finish.
The setting is so dreamy to me, enchanted forests and imposing castles and fairytale villages… political intrigue… a struggle for the control of magic… this hit all the spots for my fantasy loving heart.
The romance!! There are multiple relationships and they’re all so well developed.
The plot twists and developments had me gasping multiple times. Tears were shed more than once.
Thank you to Kristen for the chance to read an ARC. I’m such a massive fan forever. So sad to leave these characters behind, but thrilled to read what you come up with next.
Note this is an open door romantasy and I definitely recommend checking triggers. Feel free to message me if you want to chat TW.
October 9, 2024
The second half of the Enchantress Awakens duet was breathtaking!
I loved the storyline and how we had multiple points of view. It really gave a full view of the world and all of the things happening in the story!
This half of the series was definitely a little darker with betrayal, revenge, and fighting for what the characters loved. It made the conclusion so satisfying.
This is going to be one of those books and series that sticks with me for a while and I already wish I could read it for the first time again!
I loved the storyline and how we had multiple points of view. It really gave a full view of the world and all of the things happening in the story!
This half of the series was definitely a little darker with betrayal, revenge, and fighting for what the characters loved. It made the conclusion so satisfying.
This is going to be one of those books and series that sticks with me for a while and I already wish I could read it for the first time again!
September 5, 2024
Okay let me hit the points;
1. Galen and Romans story was both heartbreaking and done SO well, I loved every minute of it.
2. Sam and JAREK!! I always loved Sam but being in her head; we are one and the same. Her journey and growth was so good. But JAREK 🫠🫠
3. Elora and Sorin. My babies! They went through so much, both had to walk through so many things and yet their love was SOLID. 😮💨🤌🏼 all the one liners, declarations of love, the fight to get back to each other… the moving forward. It was perfect. So perfect.
1. Galen and Romans story was both heartbreaking and done SO well, I loved every minute of it.
2. Sam and JAREK!! I always loved Sam but being in her head; we are one and the same. Her journey and growth was so good. But JAREK 🫠🫠
3. Elora and Sorin. My babies! They went through so much, both had to walk through so many things and yet their love was SOLID. 😮💨🤌🏼 all the one liners, declarations of love, the fight to get back to each other… the moving forward. It was perfect. So perfect.
October 2, 2024
Thank you to the author for allowing me to read this book early. It was so beautifully written. The character arcs were superb and I ate up the chapters that were Roman's and Samaria's POV.
This book felt like everything tied together in a nice little bow. It wrapped up everything from the first book. The author wrote the found family trope so well. I will miss these characters and this world. I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants a fantasy book that has action, romance, and spice! This book felt like a hug. ❤️
This book felt like everything tied together in a nice little bow. It wrapped up everything from the first book. The author wrote the found family trope so well. I will miss these characters and this world. I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants a fantasy book that has action, romance, and spice! This book felt like a hug. ❤️
October 8, 2024
”We all drift away from ourselves sometimes. Let me help you find your way again.”
I absolutely loved the first book Through the Wicked Wood and the atmospheric world that Kristen had created along with the mental health rep, an engaging plot a really beautiful love story and the most wonderful cast of characters. Through a Somber Sky continued everything from the first book and added so much more..this duet will forever hold a special place in my heart.
Everything was wrapped up in a way that didn’t feel rushed or missing..the plot development continued to be engaging and well thought out and the extra POVs of certain characters just added so much to the story..especially having an insight into Elora’s mother and her past and what she went through had me in tears a few times and I loved seeing how everything came together from the past to the present of the story.
I love Kristen’s writing it’s so beautiful and how her characters are so relatable with their flaws and struggles and how they make you feel seen, can connect to and not feel so alone. I’ve loved this duet so much and I can’t wait to see what comes next.
I absolutely loved the first book Through the Wicked Wood and the atmospheric world that Kristen had created along with the mental health rep, an engaging plot a really beautiful love story and the most wonderful cast of characters. Through a Somber Sky continued everything from the first book and added so much more..this duet will forever hold a special place in my heart.
Everything was wrapped up in a way that didn’t feel rushed or missing..the plot development continued to be engaging and well thought out and the extra POVs of certain characters just added so much to the story..especially having an insight into Elora’s mother and her past and what she went through had me in tears a few times and I loved seeing how everything came together from the past to the present of the story.
I love Kristen’s writing it’s so beautiful and how her characters are so relatable with their flaws and struggles and how they make you feel seen, can connect to and not feel so alone. I’ve loved this duet so much and I can’t wait to see what comes next.
September 10, 2024
In my last review I called Kristen an enchantress, a world-weaver, and I absolutely stand by it! This book is flawless! Perfectly paced, honest and at times tough, really tough.
The main highlight for me were the added POVs, they are not side characters added to push the story along, they have weight, they are characters dealing with so much of their own and everything fits into the overall narrative because it has a huge impact on their choices. I have never read a more balanced story where ever voice is treated like an equal.
An important part of a series for me is a sense of continuity - if the characters have set their strong motivations to embark on a journey, that should echo across the books and this one does it perfectly! The story elements that start with the first page of book 1 are still relevant to the characters here.
I wanted to spend more time with all of these characters before they took on their demons. But, I respect the author's decision to not pull the story too thin and conclude with book 2.
This is a very perfect conclusion to this duology. If you’ve loved book 1 this will be just as fulfilling if not more. This series will forever be at the top of my recommendation pile!
The main highlight for me were the added POVs, they are not side characters added to push the story along, they have weight, they are characters dealing with so much of their own and everything fits into the overall narrative because it has a huge impact on their choices. I have never read a more balanced story where ever voice is treated like an equal.
An important part of a series for me is a sense of continuity - if the characters have set their strong motivations to embark on a journey, that should echo across the books and this one does it perfectly! The story elements that start with the first page of book 1 are still relevant to the characters here.
I wanted to spend more time with all of these characters before they took on their demons. But, I respect the author's decision to not pull the story too thin and conclude with book 2.
This is a very perfect conclusion to this duology. If you’ve loved book 1 this will be just as fulfilling if not more. This series will forever be at the top of my recommendation pile!
September 22, 2024
✨Through A Somber Sky✨
BRB, crying because that epilogue was utter perfection. Kristen brings her duet to an epic conclusion in this magical Robin Hood-esque story and every moment was 👩🍳💋.
In TASS, we follow multi POVs but mainly between our established couple Elora and Sorin. Beginning pretty much right where we left off, we get to see every loose end tied up through suspense, heartache, plot twists, support, and joy. I’m so proud of Kristen!
I loved every moment through these pages and how we were navigated to the fruition of the blight, crumbling kingdom, condemned enchantresses, and a prophecy. We get to see more of the world and magic, PUPPIES, and our villains. I honestly think my favorite character was Roman and I still want to hold him and ease all his aches and pains.
Tropes you may find in TASS are star-crossed/soul bonds, multifaceted characters/villains, familiars, plot twists, medium spice, found family, multi 1st person POVs, mental health rep, he calls her “love”, she saves herself, multiple romances, and wraps up perfectly.
Thank you so much, Kristen, for this gifted arc. I have loved this duet (and novella) so much. It’s so worth your time! And releases October 10!
BRB, crying because that epilogue was utter perfection. Kristen brings her duet to an epic conclusion in this magical Robin Hood-esque story and every moment was 👩🍳💋.
In TASS, we follow multi POVs but mainly between our established couple Elora and Sorin. Beginning pretty much right where we left off, we get to see every loose end tied up through suspense, heartache, plot twists, support, and joy. I’m so proud of Kristen!
I loved every moment through these pages and how we were navigated to the fruition of the blight, crumbling kingdom, condemned enchantresses, and a prophecy. We get to see more of the world and magic, PUPPIES, and our villains. I honestly think my favorite character was Roman and I still want to hold him and ease all his aches and pains.
Tropes you may find in TASS are star-crossed/soul bonds, multifaceted characters/villains, familiars, plot twists, medium spice, found family, multi 1st person POVs, mental health rep, he calls her “love”, she saves herself, multiple romances, and wraps up perfectly.
Thank you so much, Kristen, for this gifted arc. I have loved this duet (and novella) so much. It’s so worth your time! And releases October 10!
September 20, 2024
Whilst the settings of Through a Somver Sky can be described as autumn coziness at its finest - this story is one of so many layers, taking our emotions from kicking our feet in joy to shedding tears of loss and love.
The second (and final) book of the Enchantress Awakens series brings closure to Sorin and Elora's journey while deep diving into other characters. Some of which we already knew and loved while we were given the opportunity to fall in love with new characters.
The plot deepens from book one but never losing (and adding more) edge. The mental health exploration flows throughout, touching on so many relatable, real life experiences (apart from the actual magic, of course).
The ending can only be described in one word - bittersweet.
I was hooked from the first page and while the ride was rough, emotionally, I am an awe of this story and its storyteller.
If you haven't picked up Through the Wicked Wood yet, I urge you to do so. I promise you will find yourself in this pages, more than once. And those feelings of being seen will bring you so much comfort.
Kristen, you did it. And it was fvcking beautiful.
The second (and final) book of the Enchantress Awakens series brings closure to Sorin and Elora's journey while deep diving into other characters. Some of which we already knew and loved while we were given the opportunity to fall in love with new characters.
The plot deepens from book one but never losing (and adding more) edge. The mental health exploration flows throughout, touching on so many relatable, real life experiences (apart from the actual magic, of course).
The ending can only be described in one word - bittersweet.
I was hooked from the first page and while the ride was rough, emotionally, I am an awe of this story and its storyteller.
If you haven't picked up Through the Wicked Wood yet, I urge you to do so. I promise you will find yourself in this pages, more than once. And those feelings of being seen will bring you so much comfort.
Kristen, you did it. And it was fvcking beautiful.
September 25, 2024
I was so excited to have received an advanced review copy (ARC) for Through a Somber Sky after having received an ARC for Through the Wicked Wood last fall. All these thoughts are my own, and I'm leaving this review voluntarily (duh).
With those disclaimers out of the way, let me just say... Oh. My. Goodness. The second and final book in this incredible duology truly blew me away! Coming in straight off a reread of the first book, it felt like such a natural transition into the continuation of this journey.
All of our favorite characters are back and even more wonderfully fleshed out than ever. Plus we get to truly meet some previously minor characters and watch their journeys play out alongside this incredible plot. No spoilers, of course, but let me just say: I l o v e villains with layers and histories.
Obviously there is many a swoon-worthy romantic moment throughout, and I love the relationships between all of our characters. Non-romantic included! Friends who are truly found family; long-lost family who find one another again; trusted friends to enemies - Kristen truly has written them all and done it so well!
The plot twists and reveals in this book genuinely had me crying and gasping. I should say I'm not surprised after the ending of book one, but I was still surprised! I also greatly appreciate that Kristen never writes these big twists just for the shock value; all of the details matter and are used to further the plot and our characters' stories.
I genuinely loved diving back into this world again so, so much. It's rich and lively but easy to understand and immerse yourself in. Parts feel familiar, but still are unique and magical in their own special ways. Kristen's beautiful details bring this world to life and make it wonderful to get lost in.
What an incredible end to the Enchantress Awakens duology! I am sad to know it's over, but what a fantastic closing note. I cannot wait to keep reading Kristen's future works and seeing how much she continues to grow and flourish as a writer!
With those disclaimers out of the way, let me just say... Oh. My. Goodness. The second and final book in this incredible duology truly blew me away! Coming in straight off a reread of the first book, it felt like such a natural transition into the continuation of this journey.
All of our favorite characters are back and even more wonderfully fleshed out than ever. Plus we get to truly meet some previously minor characters and watch their journeys play out alongside this incredible plot. No spoilers, of course, but let me just say: I l o v e villains with layers and histories.
Obviously there is many a swoon-worthy romantic moment throughout, and I love the relationships between all of our characters. Non-romantic included! Friends who are truly found family; long-lost family who find one another again; trusted friends to enemies - Kristen truly has written them all and done it so well!
The plot twists and reveals in this book genuinely had me crying and gasping. I should say I'm not surprised after the ending of book one, but I was still surprised! I also greatly appreciate that Kristen never writes these big twists just for the shock value; all of the details matter and are used to further the plot and our characters' stories.
I genuinely loved diving back into this world again so, so much. It's rich and lively but easy to understand and immerse yourself in. Parts feel familiar, but still are unique and magical in their own special ways. Kristen's beautiful details bring this world to life and make it wonderful to get lost in.
What an incredible end to the Enchantress Awakens duology! I am sad to know it's over, but what a fantastic closing note. I cannot wait to keep reading Kristen's future works and seeing how much she continues to grow and flourish as a writer!
April 13, 2025
“𝒫𝑒𝓇𝒽𝒶𝓅𝓈 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝓂𝑜𝓈𝓉 𝓅𝑜𝓌𝑒𝓇𝒻𝓊𝓁 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑜𝓃𝑒 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒹𝑜 𝒾𝓈 𝓉𝑜 𝓁𝑜𝑜𝓀 𝒶𝓉 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝒾𝓇 𝒹𝒶𝓇𝓀𝑒𝓈𝓉 𝓅𝒶𝓇𝓉𝓈 𝑜𝒻 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓂𝓈𝑒𝓁𝓋𝑒𝓈 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒶𝒸𝓀𝓃𝑜𝓌𝓁𝑒𝒹𝑔𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓂. 𝒮𝑒𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓂 𝒻𝑜𝓇 𝓌𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓎 𝒶𝓇𝑒, 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓁𝒾𝓋𝑒 𝒹𝑒𝓈𝓅𝒾𝓉𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓂.”
✨⭐️✨
The story continues with our Enchantress in the hands of the enemy, her love desperate to rescue her, a king struggling to find his wings, and war on the horizon.
It has multi POV, magic, battles, MM romance, masquerade ball, alliances, revenge, feminine rage, flashbacks, the Fates, debts paid, spirit walking, power struggles, gods and destiny.
Elora and Sorin each come into their own, embrace their destiny, and bond together— bringing their beautiful romance to the next stage and rightfully where they belong.
They take the romantic lead, but they aren’t the only romance told this time around, as we follow Sam and Roman also— I loved seeing their stories unfold, the many romantic dynamics, and how they impacted the plot. Some ending happily and some…not so much.
The ending was dramatic, a bit sad, and very satisfying. I would for sure recommend for a heavier cozy romantasy option.
“𝐿𝑜𝓋𝑒 𝒹𝑜𝑒𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝓃𝑒𝑒𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝒶𝒸𝒸𝑜𝓂𝓅𝒶𝓃𝒾𝑒𝒹 𝒷𝓎 𝒶 𝑔𝓇𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝑔𝑒𝓈𝓉𝓊𝓇𝑒 𝒻𝑜𝓇 𝒾𝓉 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝓈𝒾𝑔𝓃𝒾𝒻𝒾𝒸𝒶𝓃𝓉. 𝐼𝓉 𝒹𝑜𝑒𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝓃𝑒𝑒𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝓁𝑜𝓊𝒹 𝑜𝓇 𝒷𝑜𝓁𝒹 𝑜𝓇 𝒹𝒶𝓃𝑔𝑒𝓇𝑜𝓊𝓈.
𝐼𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝓆𝓊𝒾𝑒𝓉. 𝐼𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝒸𝑜𝓂𝒻𝑜𝓇𝓉. 𝐼𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝒻𝒾𝓃𝒹𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝒽𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝒾𝓃 𝒶𝓃𝑜𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇 𝓅𝑒𝓇𝓈𝑜𝓃 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝑒𝓃𝑜𝓊𝑔𝒽. 𝒜𝓃𝒹 𝒾𝓉 𝒸𝑒𝓇𝓉𝒶𝒾𝓃𝓁𝓎 𝒹𝑜𝑒𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝓃𝑒𝑒𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝓎𝑒𝒶𝓇𝓈 𝑜𝓁𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝓂𝑒𝒶𝓃 𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔. 𝐸𝓋𝑒𝓃 𝒾𝒻 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓈 𝓁𝑜𝓋𝑒 𝒷𝑒𝓉𝓌𝑒𝑒𝓃 𝒮𝑜𝓇𝒾𝓃 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝐼 𝒾𝓈 𝓃𝑒𝓌 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝓈𝒽, 𝒾𝓉 𝒾𝓈 𝓈𝓉𝒾𝓁𝓁 𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇𝓎𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔.”
✨⭐️✨
The story continues with our Enchantress in the hands of the enemy, her love desperate to rescue her, a king struggling to find his wings, and war on the horizon.
It has multi POV, magic, battles, MM romance, masquerade ball, alliances, revenge, feminine rage, flashbacks, the Fates, debts paid, spirit walking, power struggles, gods and destiny.
Elora and Sorin each come into their own, embrace their destiny, and bond together— bringing their beautiful romance to the next stage and rightfully where they belong.
They take the romantic lead, but they aren’t the only romance told this time around, as we follow Sam and Roman also— I loved seeing their stories unfold, the many romantic dynamics, and how they impacted the plot. Some ending happily and some…not so much.
The ending was dramatic, a bit sad, and very satisfying. I would for sure recommend for a heavier cozy romantasy option.
“𝐿𝑜𝓋𝑒 𝒹𝑜𝑒𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝓃𝑒𝑒𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝒶𝒸𝒸𝑜𝓂𝓅𝒶𝓃𝒾𝑒𝒹 𝒷𝓎 𝒶 𝑔𝓇𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝑔𝑒𝓈𝓉𝓊𝓇𝑒 𝒻𝑜𝓇 𝒾𝓉 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝓈𝒾𝑔𝓃𝒾𝒻𝒾𝒸𝒶𝓃𝓉. 𝐼𝓉 𝒹𝑜𝑒𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝓃𝑒𝑒𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝓁𝑜𝓊𝒹 𝑜𝓇 𝒷𝑜𝓁𝒹 𝑜𝓇 𝒹𝒶𝓃𝑔𝑒𝓇𝑜𝓊𝓈.
𝐼𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝓆𝓊𝒾𝑒𝓉. 𝐼𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝒸𝑜𝓂𝒻𝑜𝓇𝓉. 𝐼𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝒻𝒾𝓃𝒹𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝒽𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝒾𝓃 𝒶𝓃𝑜𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇 𝓅𝑒𝓇𝓈𝑜𝓃 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝑒𝓃𝑜𝓊𝑔𝒽. 𝒜𝓃𝒹 𝒾𝓉 𝒸𝑒𝓇𝓉𝒶𝒾𝓃𝓁𝓎 𝒹𝑜𝑒𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝓃𝑒𝑒𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝓎𝑒𝒶𝓇𝓈 𝑜𝓁𝒹 𝓉𝑜 𝓂𝑒𝒶𝓃 𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔. 𝐸𝓋𝑒𝓃 𝒾𝒻 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓈 𝓁𝑜𝓋𝑒 𝒷𝑒𝓉𝓌𝑒𝑒𝓃 𝒮𝑜𝓇𝒾𝓃 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝐼 𝒾𝓈 𝓃𝑒𝓌 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝓈𝒽, 𝒾𝓉 𝒾𝓈 𝓈𝓉𝒾𝓁𝓁 𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇𝓎𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔.”
December 4, 2025
Wow. Wow. Wow. this was a stunning finale to the duology. How Kristen wove so much emotion and tension and heatache and love into this book should be studied. It healed me then ripped me apart then healed me again.
This series is one I will revisit again and again 😭😭😭
This series is one I will revisit again and again 😭😭😭
August 6, 2024
Review to come
October 18, 2024
This was a beautiful conclusion to an incredible story!
I’m absolutely blown away. I never know what to expect with a duology. How much time is there to explore? How deep are you able to go into the world? Is the story simpler, or is there room for complexities? Well, Kristen made space for all of it! Not only does she continue with the strong narrative from Through the Wicked Wood, but she has seamlessly included two additional POVs. The world has grown, and the depths at which she plays are incredible.
The journeys the characters go on during this book continue from the previous, but at a completely new level. Things have gotten much more complicated, and Kristen does not hold back. Bringing Sam and Roman into the mix was the perfect addition to the story. We get a new perspective on what has been going on in the world, and we get a chance to explore it in a new way with different eyes. Seeing the world through Sam’s eyes unlocked something inside me. There is a level of understanding that I had for what she was going through that I haven’t really experienced in other books. It felt like she was speaking to me personally. Roman may be one of my new favorite villains. It's not often we get to step into the mind of a corrupt king and see the world through his eyes. It felt like such a unique experience, and I absolutely love him!
Elora and Sorin really go through it. We continue to learn so much about them as they continue their journeys. Being with them always feels like a treat, no matter what they are experiencing. I won’t ever forget them.
Kristen navigated through this story in a way I was not expecting but absolutely delighted me. I feel honored to have read this and to have gone on this journey. I am forever changed for having read these words. It is always a special thing when an author creates characters that you see yourself in and that you can connect with so deeply. The tears that I have shed for these characters and this story!!
It's always hard to write a review for a finale. There is so much I want to say, but don’t want anything to be spoiled. This book impacted me in a way I wasn’t expecting, and it is an experience I will never forget.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I’m absolutely blown away. I never know what to expect with a duology. How much time is there to explore? How deep are you able to go into the world? Is the story simpler, or is there room for complexities? Well, Kristen made space for all of it! Not only does she continue with the strong narrative from Through the Wicked Wood, but she has seamlessly included two additional POVs. The world has grown, and the depths at which she plays are incredible.
The journeys the characters go on during this book continue from the previous, but at a completely new level. Things have gotten much more complicated, and Kristen does not hold back. Bringing Sam and Roman into the mix was the perfect addition to the story. We get a new perspective on what has been going on in the world, and we get a chance to explore it in a new way with different eyes. Seeing the world through Sam’s eyes unlocked something inside me. There is a level of understanding that I had for what she was going through that I haven’t really experienced in other books. It felt like she was speaking to me personally. Roman may be one of my new favorite villains. It's not often we get to step into the mind of a corrupt king and see the world through his eyes. It felt like such a unique experience, and I absolutely love him!
Elora and Sorin really go through it. We continue to learn so much about them as they continue their journeys. Being with them always feels like a treat, no matter what they are experiencing. I won’t ever forget them.
Kristen navigated through this story in a way I was not expecting but absolutely delighted me. I feel honored to have read this and to have gone on this journey. I am forever changed for having read these words. It is always a special thing when an author creates characters that you see yourself in and that you can connect with so deeply. The tears that I have shed for these characters and this story!!
It's always hard to write a review for a finale. There is so much I want to say, but don’t want anything to be spoiled. This book impacted me in a way I wasn’t expecting, and it is an experience I will never forget.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
October 12, 2024
A great conclusion!
This book, this series, these characters are everything.
I was equal parts excited but also felt sad to dive into this story because I knew the end was near, but wow, what an epic and perfect ending it was. A journey with themes of self-acceptance, finding your people and believing “she was always worth it”.
I love Moore’d writing, it feels like getting wrapped up in a warm blanket and I feel fully immersed in every one of her stories. Her characters are so well crafted, flawed and just REAL. I miss them so much already.
I really loved being in Samaria’s POV and I knew I loved her but hearing her thoughts, and her fears was so powerful and I connected with her a lot.
I don’t want to give anything away but there is such a twist in here that I NEVER thought I would feel, IYKYK.
I loved glimpses of Evren and Tallulah, some new places and LOXLEY. Every place the characters ventured felt real and was so vivid.
Lastly, but certainly not least, Elora and Sorin are just romantic perfection. I love their love.
This book, this series, these characters are everything.
I was equal parts excited but also felt sad to dive into this story because I knew the end was near, but wow, what an epic and perfect ending it was. A journey with themes of self-acceptance, finding your people and believing “she was always worth it”.
I love Moore’d writing, it feels like getting wrapped up in a warm blanket and I feel fully immersed in every one of her stories. Her characters are so well crafted, flawed and just REAL. I miss them so much already.
I really loved being in Samaria’s POV and I knew I loved her but hearing her thoughts, and her fears was so powerful and I connected with her a lot.
I don’t want to give anything away but there is such a twist in here that I NEVER thought I would feel, IYKYK.
I loved glimpses of Evren and Tallulah, some new places and LOXLEY. Every place the characters ventured felt real and was so vivid.
Lastly, but certainly not least, Elora and Sorin are just romantic perfection. I love their love.
October 23, 2024
(4.5★, rounded up)
Review to come soon!!!
Review to come soon!!!
November 21, 2024
I enjoyed Through the Wicked Wood, so I was excited for the plot to pick up pace in Through a Somber Sky. It did not disappoint!
For one, we get like three new POVs - Samaria, Sorin, Roman, and of course, Elora! This kept the book's pacing propelling along, and allowed us insight into several other characters' thoughts and feelings about the events. And of course, Roman. A peek into the bad guy's brain - will it be what you are expecting to see?
More than the magic, the racing plot, and the interweaving of all the story threads so far, we get some real, deep relationship development. I said this in my last review of Moore's writing, but she truly knows how to create beautifully complex characters! The relationships are then naturally mature, selfless, healing, and full of true love.
Overall, a great conclusion to the duology: magical, enchanted, hopeful, emotional and so very sweet at times. I will be on the lookout for future releases by Moore!
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**romance notes: some open-door scenes, including lead-up. lusting & noticing physique. one couple is gay, and while there is no overt discrimination by others, the relationship is semi-secret.
**content notes: abusive relationship (emotionally, verbally), manipulation, violence, torture, gore, murder, animals kill a human. the author also has a list of trigger warnings at the beginning of the book!
For one, we get like three new POVs - Samaria, Sorin, Roman, and of course, Elora! This kept the book's pacing propelling along, and allowed us insight into several other characters' thoughts and feelings about the events. And of course, Roman. A peek into the bad guy's brain - will it be what you are expecting to see?
More than the magic, the racing plot, and the interweaving of all the story threads so far, we get some real, deep relationship development. I said this in my last review of Moore's writing, but she truly knows how to create beautifully complex characters! The relationships are then naturally mature, selfless, healing, and full of true love.
Overall, a great conclusion to the duology: magical, enchanted, hopeful, emotional and so very sweet at times. I will be on the lookout for future releases by Moore!
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**romance notes: some open-door scenes, including lead-up. lusting & noticing physique. one couple is gay, and while there is no overt discrimination by others, the relationship is semi-secret.
**content notes: abusive relationship (emotionally, verbally), manipulation, violence, torture, gore, murder, animals kill a human. the author also has a list of trigger warnings at the beginning of the book!
May 27, 2024
beta read - full review to come
October 22, 2024
Through a somber sky is the second installment in the Enchantress Awakens duology and follows the first book Through the Wicked Wood.
Sorin becomes desperate in finding help to overthrow King Roman, to restore Mother Gaia’s magick to the Enchantresses and to stop the blight. He seeks out the members of the Guilds to help him get into Valebridge and end all the wrongs once and for all that were done to the Enchantress’s and the people of Teravie. New allies are made and new friendships forged with a common goal of peace and harmony for all. Elora uses her resilience to free herself and others from King Roman and his partner who are determined to control all of Mother Gaia’s magick. Elora looks to what she deems the darkest parts of her and is shown that no matter what, that part of her is also loved. Sam and Jarek help to hold things down on the outskirts, keep everyone and everything together while also protecting the Awakening Stones. Sam journeys through some trying moments that make her doubt herself, but ones that also ultimately lead her to become the person that she was meant to be and to live the life that she wants to live. In the end, King Roman struggles with wanting redemption, but also believing he is too late to have it.
I love this final book in the Enchantress Awakens duology! That’s all. Kidding, keep reading because I obviously have a lot to say lol The multiple POV’s allow you to get a better understanding of each character and to truly know them. You get answers to questions or assumptions you may have had throughout book one. Insight to their inner struggles and how they overcome them. It was a beautifully written book that gave us everything we needed and wanted and then things we didn’t even know we needed lol
The main highlight for me though was the character growth throughout the entirety of the story. Along the way they all found the love, the strength, the resilience, forgiveness and acceptance within themselves and those around them that they deserved. You learn about the characters on a much deeper level. You are told snippets of their pasts and why they did the things they did, why they are the way they are and made certain choices which lead them to where they are now. It was just so special to witness each character on their own path of growth within themselves and then also to see their growth together. They not only learn truths about themselves, but also truths about one another. There are so many strong turning points between each individual, but also between couples, family and friends that help you to understand and just make you say WOW while also balling your eyes out into your comfy blanket. You not only see these moments, but you feel it deeply yourself as if you were immersed into the story itself. It was empowering, they were empowering.
Order of Enchantress Awakens books:
Through the Wicked Wood
As the Moon Falls
Through a Somber Sky
What you will find:
Enchantresses
Wolves
Powerful female friendships
Found family
Multiple romances
Multiple POV’s
Spice
Sorin becomes desperate in finding help to overthrow King Roman, to restore Mother Gaia’s magick to the Enchantresses and to stop the blight. He seeks out the members of the Guilds to help him get into Valebridge and end all the wrongs once and for all that were done to the Enchantress’s and the people of Teravie. New allies are made and new friendships forged with a common goal of peace and harmony for all. Elora uses her resilience to free herself and others from King Roman and his partner who are determined to control all of Mother Gaia’s magick. Elora looks to what she deems the darkest parts of her and is shown that no matter what, that part of her is also loved. Sam and Jarek help to hold things down on the outskirts, keep everyone and everything together while also protecting the Awakening Stones. Sam journeys through some trying moments that make her doubt herself, but ones that also ultimately lead her to become the person that she was meant to be and to live the life that she wants to live. In the end, King Roman struggles with wanting redemption, but also believing he is too late to have it.
I love this final book in the Enchantress Awakens duology! That’s all. Kidding, keep reading because I obviously have a lot to say lol The multiple POV’s allow you to get a better understanding of each character and to truly know them. You get answers to questions or assumptions you may have had throughout book one. Insight to their inner struggles and how they overcome them. It was a beautifully written book that gave us everything we needed and wanted and then things we didn’t even know we needed lol
The main highlight for me though was the character growth throughout the entirety of the story. Along the way they all found the love, the strength, the resilience, forgiveness and acceptance within themselves and those around them that they deserved. You learn about the characters on a much deeper level. You are told snippets of their pasts and why they did the things they did, why they are the way they are and made certain choices which lead them to where they are now. It was just so special to witness each character on their own path of growth within themselves and then also to see their growth together. They not only learn truths about themselves, but also truths about one another. There are so many strong turning points between each individual, but also between couples, family and friends that help you to understand and just make you say WOW while also balling your eyes out into your comfy blanket. You not only see these moments, but you feel it deeply yourself as if you were immersed into the story itself. It was empowering, they were empowering.
Order of Enchantress Awakens books:
Through the Wicked Wood
As the Moon Falls
Through a Somber Sky
What you will find:
Enchantresses
Wolves
Powerful female friendships
Found family
Multiple romances
Multiple POV’s
Spice
September 29, 2024
ARC Review 💕
Thank you so much Kristen for not only allowing me to beta read this beautiful book, but for also sending me an e-arc of the updated version. It was an honor to read an early version and see what made the final cut and what things changed!
This beautiful story picks up where Through the Wicked Wood left off. It’s a series with PNW coded imagery, love, loss, grief, mental health representation, magic and darling wolf familiars.
Through a Somber Sky is a great fall read because there’s an autumn party which includes a masquerade with sneaking around. There’s also an ancient spooky forest and Enchantresses to add magic to the story. I am such a big fan of every single character including the villains. I love all of the POVs in this story from Elora, Sorin, Samaria, Elwyn and Roman. You get to see a very different side of Roman in this story. I also will forever love Tallulah and Evren’s story, so I’m very happy they had their moments in this book.
Kristen’s writing is both cozy and high action especially in the final battle at the end. There are many emotional moments in this book and some plot twists that come together in a beautiful full circle moment. This is the final book in the series which is so bittersweet, but I think that this book wrapped up everything with a neat bow and you do get a happily ever after.
I cannot wait to read more of Kristen’s books because she is an auto-read author for me! This book comes out October 8th.
Thank you so much Kristen for not only allowing me to beta read this beautiful book, but for also sending me an e-arc of the updated version. It was an honor to read an early version and see what made the final cut and what things changed!
This beautiful story picks up where Through the Wicked Wood left off. It’s a series with PNW coded imagery, love, loss, grief, mental health representation, magic and darling wolf familiars.
Through a Somber Sky is a great fall read because there’s an autumn party which includes a masquerade with sneaking around. There’s also an ancient spooky forest and Enchantresses to add magic to the story. I am such a big fan of every single character including the villains. I love all of the POVs in this story from Elora, Sorin, Samaria, Elwyn and Roman. You get to see a very different side of Roman in this story. I also will forever love Tallulah and Evren’s story, so I’m very happy they had their moments in this book.
Kristen’s writing is both cozy and high action especially in the final battle at the end. There are many emotional moments in this book and some plot twists that come together in a beautiful full circle moment. This is the final book in the series which is so bittersweet, but I think that this book wrapped up everything with a neat bow and you do get a happily ever after.
I cannot wait to read more of Kristen’s books because she is an auto-read author for me! This book comes out October 8th.
May 20, 2025
5 full ⭐️ for this conclusion to Elora and Sorin’s story! Trying to keep this one spoiler free, but what an amazingly poignant and complicated look at trauma and how we choose to cope with it. Each character had their own version of trauma to overcome and live with, each one made unique choices in how to do those things.
Lessons about life, love, fate, the consequences of our choices, the strength in relying on others, and the bonds of togetherness made this is a poetic and moving conclusion.
I cried more than once as these flawed characters navigated relationships (both romantic and not), past mistakes, betrayals by loved ones, current and past traumas, love, loss, and ultimately the desire to do and be better.
Themes of love, sisterhood, friendship, internal power, what it means to be a parent, to be a leader, to be a human came together with political intrigue, interesting magic, and the sweetest (and also devastatingly toxic) romance. I will be thinking about this story for a long time to come, I wish we’d chosen it for bookclub because I’m dying to discuss the themes of trauma and relationships, and how each character dealt with those things.
This conclusion was bittersweet for sure, but also ended just how it should have. I still sobbed at the end, so 🤷🏼♀️🤣
Slight spoiler….
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- there is a HEA so don’t fret (only spilling for those like me who avoid the true heartbreak of a non-HEA lol)
Lessons about life, love, fate, the consequences of our choices, the strength in relying on others, and the bonds of togetherness made this is a poetic and moving conclusion.
I cried more than once as these flawed characters navigated relationships (both romantic and not), past mistakes, betrayals by loved ones, current and past traumas, love, loss, and ultimately the desire to do and be better.
Themes of love, sisterhood, friendship, internal power, what it means to be a parent, to be a leader, to be a human came together with political intrigue, interesting magic, and the sweetest (and also devastatingly toxic) romance. I will be thinking about this story for a long time to come, I wish we’d chosen it for bookclub because I’m dying to discuss the themes of trauma and relationships, and how each character dealt with those things.
This conclusion was bittersweet for sure, but also ended just how it should have. I still sobbed at the end, so 🤷🏼♀️🤣
Slight spoiler….
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- there is a HEA so don’t fret (only spilling for those like me who avoid the true heartbreak of a non-HEA lol)
October 6, 2024
The second and last book in the Enchantress Awakens series has my whole heart.
This was the perfect read for the beginning of fall and I loved it even more than anticipated.
This world and the characters are so well done and I'm so glad we got to read more POVs in book two. Roman's POV was my favourite and his character arc was so good! Of course I also enjoyed spending more time with Elora and Sorin. Their story was so sweet and beautiful it was a blast following them.
Kristen has a way with words that immerses you completely in the world of Teravie, it's like watching a cozy movie.
The pacing of TASS was fantastic as well and I just wanted to keep reading. When I had 150 pages left I wasn't sure how the story would end but I was surprised how much still happened and I loved every minute of it.
Another favourite were the wolves - but I mean, who wouldn't be happy about some wolf companions?
This book is definitely a favourite of mine and I couldn't recommend it enough. The writing, world, characters and overall story come together so nicely and it is thought through very well. It feels bittersweet leaving this world but I'm very sure that I will come back soon.
Thank you for the author for the eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
This was the perfect read for the beginning of fall and I loved it even more than anticipated.
This world and the characters are so well done and I'm so glad we got to read more POVs in book two. Roman's POV was my favourite and his character arc was so good! Of course I also enjoyed spending more time with Elora and Sorin. Their story was so sweet and beautiful it was a blast following them.
Kristen has a way with words that immerses you completely in the world of Teravie, it's like watching a cozy movie.
The pacing of TASS was fantastic as well and I just wanted to keep reading. When I had 150 pages left I wasn't sure how the story would end but I was surprised how much still happened and I loved every minute of it.
Another favourite were the wolves - but I mean, who wouldn't be happy about some wolf companions?
This book is definitely a favourite of mine and I couldn't recommend it enough. The writing, world, characters and overall story come together so nicely and it is thought through very well. It feels bittersweet leaving this world but I'm very sure that I will come back soon.
Thank you for the author for the eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
October 7, 2024
Thank you to my dear friend, Kristen R. Moore, for sending me an early copy of THROUGH A SOMBER SKY in exchange for my honest review!
First of all, congratulations to Kristen for 👏doing 👏 the 👏dang 👏thing and gifting the world with Elora and Sorin’s story!
I absolutely fell in love with Elora and Sorin in Through the Wicked Wood (book #1) and couldn’t wait to have Somber Sky in my hands asap after the emotional cliffhanger the first book leaves us on.
Somber Sky picks up where Wicked Wood left off, and in addition, Somber Sky has added POVs and more twists and turns that will leave you gutted!
I particularly really enjoyed the addition of Roman’s POV. He is such a complex character and so it was really fascinating being inside his head and understanding him better.
The romance between Sorin and Elora continues to grow and blossom into the most beautiful, tender thing. I love their communication with each other and their undying devotion.
Through a Somber Sky does well at bringing everything full circle. I really liked how this duology concluded.
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Recommended reading order:
Through the Wicked Wood (book 1)
As the Moon Falls (prequel novella)
Through a Somber Sky (book 2)
First of all, congratulations to Kristen for 👏doing 👏 the 👏dang 👏thing and gifting the world with Elora and Sorin’s story!
I absolutely fell in love with Elora and Sorin in Through the Wicked Wood (book #1) and couldn’t wait to have Somber Sky in my hands asap after the emotional cliffhanger the first book leaves us on.
Somber Sky picks up where Wicked Wood left off, and in addition, Somber Sky has added POVs and more twists and turns that will leave you gutted!
I particularly really enjoyed the addition of Roman’s POV. He is such a complex character and so it was really fascinating being inside his head and understanding him better.
The romance between Sorin and Elora continues to grow and blossom into the most beautiful, tender thing. I love their communication with each other and their undying devotion.
Through a Somber Sky does well at bringing everything full circle. I really liked how this duology concluded.
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Recommended reading order:
Through the Wicked Wood (book 1)
As the Moon Falls (prequel novella)
Through a Somber Sky (book 2)
October 16, 2024
“When you feel yourself retreating to all the shadowy places in your mind, just tell me…..Just tell me, and I’ll meet you there. And in the shadows, we’ll face the demons together. I’ll hold your hand until you’re ready to climb back out, no matter how long it takes.”
It’s difficult to describe exactly what this book and the entire series (novella included) has meant to me. This may be considered fantasy but Kristen writes about emotions that are lived experiences for so many of us, myself included. Depression, anxiety, grief, guilt and resentment are heavy topics throughout but so are the very real ways of working through your inner turmoil and overcoming it. While Elora and Samaria, are certainly strong enough on their own it’s the support in found family that really touched me. The sisterhood between Elora, Samaria and even Tallulah made me remember how healing it can be to take off the mask for my own “sisters” and let them truly help me through the darkness. And of course Sorin, Jarek and Evren are chefs kiss when it comes to MMCs. I also wasn’t expecting to get as attached to Roman as I did. I just wanted to reach through the pages and take his pain away. Anyway I’ll stop rambling so you can just go read the books already!!
Check TW before reading
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
It’s difficult to describe exactly what this book and the entire series (novella included) has meant to me. This may be considered fantasy but Kristen writes about emotions that are lived experiences for so many of us, myself included. Depression, anxiety, grief, guilt and resentment are heavy topics throughout but so are the very real ways of working through your inner turmoil and overcoming it. While Elora and Samaria, are certainly strong enough on their own it’s the support in found family that really touched me. The sisterhood between Elora, Samaria and even Tallulah made me remember how healing it can be to take off the mask for my own “sisters” and let them truly help me through the darkness. And of course Sorin, Jarek and Evren are chefs kiss when it comes to MMCs. I also wasn’t expecting to get as attached to Roman as I did. I just wanted to reach through the pages and take his pain away. Anyway I’ll stop rambling so you can just go read the books already!!
Check TW before reading
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 1, 2024
My rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I’ve been anxiously awaiting this book from the second I finished book 1 (if you haven’t read Through the Wicked Wood, stop what you’re doing and go read it immediately!) I loved that we got more perspectives in this book, because I really became attached to all the characters in book 1. So I enjoyed getting to hear their voices and see things through their eyes.
I thought this book did a good job of wrapping up the duology. It had a lot of ground to cover but it felt really well paced! Not too rushed or too slow.
Through a Somber Sky was filled with strong women who were tired of hiding and ready to fight - and you know I love some good feminine rage! It was fun getting to see the enchantresses finally embrace their power.
Now I just need a Jarek spin off!
I’ve been anxiously awaiting this book from the second I finished book 1 (if you haven’t read Through the Wicked Wood, stop what you’re doing and go read it immediately!) I loved that we got more perspectives in this book, because I really became attached to all the characters in book 1. So I enjoyed getting to hear their voices and see things through their eyes.
I thought this book did a good job of wrapping up the duology. It had a lot of ground to cover but it felt really well paced! Not too rushed or too slow.
Through a Somber Sky was filled with strong women who were tired of hiding and ready to fight - and you know I love some good feminine rage! It was fun getting to see the enchantresses finally embrace their power.
Now I just need a Jarek spin off!
September 9, 2024
✨arc review✨
I loved this beautiful master piece so much. I gave me all the feels. The imagery is so beautiful and described perfectly that the image was in my head exactly how it was described. It really walks you through the story. Elora is so strong and has so much shit but comes out even stronger. Sorin will stop at nothing for the safety of his people- of Elora. I loved seeing more of the wolves and even getting Sam & Roman’s POV. Roman and Galen’s story is so heartbreaking (🖕🏼 Galen). It really shows how it can be hard to break out of an abusive relationship. The ending had me stressed & crying. It was so good.
I loved this beautiful master piece so much. I gave me all the feels. The imagery is so beautiful and described perfectly that the image was in my head exactly how it was described. It really walks you through the story. Elora is so strong and has so much shit but comes out even stronger. Sorin will stop at nothing for the safety of his people- of Elora. I loved seeing more of the wolves and even getting Sam & Roman’s POV. Roman and Galen’s story is so heartbreaking (🖕🏼 Galen). It really shows how it can be hard to break out of an abusive relationship. The ending had me stressed & crying. It was so good.
October 8, 2024
How to explain why this book is so incredible without spoiling anything, it’s quite difficult. Kristen wrote a fantasy series that feels relatable and accessible. The world is complex and rich, but not in a way that makes it difficult for a casual fantasy reader to understand or enjoy. She shines a light on the human condition and struggles we can all relate to in our modern lives expertly.
Elora and Sorin are still the primary couple and focus but we now have two additional POVs with Samaria and Roman. Elora’s mother also has a few chapters. Getting to be inside Sam’s and Roman’s heads was very much appreciated and needed. When all of your people aren’t necessarily in the same place at the same time it’s important for story development to have time with them, which in a first person POV story requires multiple perspectives. It also helped ensure side characters weren’t just there to further the plot or Sorin and Elora’s story. They added depth and emotional weight to the story as a whole with their own feelings and experiences. Each primary character had their own desires and needs, separate from the overarching story that was weaved together beautifully.
The story picks up essentially where we left off in Through the Wicked Wood. The lore is even more developed in this book and the magic system is further explored. There’s puppies and herb magic, magical woods and tragic villains, a heroine who can save herself, a hero who knows when to push and when to stand and support. Truly masterful storytelling and twists and turns that you won’t necessarily see all of them coming. There is open door spice, I’d say medium level, which is not just there to be there but ties in to the characters’ emotional experience at the time. There were moments in this book that were just so cinematic that I truly saw it all in my head like a movie and that is rare for me!
All in all I just loved this story so much and it’s bittersweet to say goodbye. Thank you to Kristen for the ARC. I’ll definitely have to revisit Terravie and cannot wait to read what you come up with next!
Elora and Sorin are still the primary couple and focus but we now have two additional POVs with Samaria and Roman. Elora’s mother also has a few chapters. Getting to be inside Sam’s and Roman’s heads was very much appreciated and needed. When all of your people aren’t necessarily in the same place at the same time it’s important for story development to have time with them, which in a first person POV story requires multiple perspectives. It also helped ensure side characters weren’t just there to further the plot or Sorin and Elora’s story. They added depth and emotional weight to the story as a whole with their own feelings and experiences. Each primary character had their own desires and needs, separate from the overarching story that was weaved together beautifully.
The story picks up essentially where we left off in Through the Wicked Wood. The lore is even more developed in this book and the magic system is further explored. There’s puppies and herb magic, magical woods and tragic villains, a heroine who can save herself, a hero who knows when to push and when to stand and support. Truly masterful storytelling and twists and turns that you won’t necessarily see all of them coming. There is open door spice, I’d say medium level, which is not just there to be there but ties in to the characters’ emotional experience at the time. There were moments in this book that were just so cinematic that I truly saw it all in my head like a movie and that is rare for me!
All in all I just loved this story so much and it’s bittersweet to say goodbye. Thank you to Kristen for the ARC. I’ll definitely have to revisit Terravie and cannot wait to read what you come up with next!
October 9, 2024
This series is so special and the conclusion to Elora and Sorin’s story was beautiful. I really enjoyed the additional POVs we got in this book and how there was a ton of action but continued to be mostly a character driven story. There were so many heart-warming scenes, lines that spoke right to my soul, situations that made me cry, and beautiful love stories.
I absolutely couldn’t pick a favorite aspect of this series. The story is well thought out, the found family aspect is done so well and I love each of our characters to bits. It’s unbelievable how many things our characters have to survive and go through during the story and I felt so invested and didn’t want to put the book down.
I absolutely couldn’t pick a favorite aspect of this series. The story is well thought out, the found family aspect is done so well and I love each of our characters to bits. It’s unbelievable how many things our characters have to survive and go through during the story and I felt so invested and didn’t want to put the book down.
October 8, 2024
𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙖 𝙎𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙠𝙮 is the conclusion to the Echantress Awakens duology. It is a fantasy romance paired with cozy moments and high stakes quests.
🐺 Prophecy
🐺 Multiple POV's
🐺 Found Family
🐺 Betrayal
🐺 Duology + Novella
🐺 High Stakes Quest
I absolutely love Kristen's writing. It's both beautiful and tragic. She has a way of making you feel for each and every charcter whether it's good or bad. Even Roman I just wanted to scoop up and hug.
🐺 Prophecy
🐺 Multiple POV's
🐺 Found Family
🐺 Betrayal
🐺 Duology + Novella
🐺 High Stakes Quest
I absolutely love Kristen's writing. It's both beautiful and tragic. She has a way of making you feel for each and every charcter whether it's good or bad. Even Roman I just wanted to scoop up and hug.
October 9, 2024
This book made my heart clench, made my breath catch, made me hate and love and wish for sweet vindication. It was such a wild ride, a building out of the past while we sail into the future. I ached, for so many different wonderful and tragic reasons.
Loved the new POVs we got (looking at you lil bb Roman) and the moral ambiguity of character circumstances and actions. Was holding my breath through some of these tension-filled clashes. Cried five times while reading. A beautiful, emotional rollercoaster!
Loved the new POVs we got (looking at you lil bb Roman) and the moral ambiguity of character circumstances and actions. Was holding my breath through some of these tension-filled clashes. Cried five times while reading. A beautiful, emotional rollercoaster!
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