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Fae Devils #2
Trials of Dusk and Dreams
The only way for Willow to defeat an oppressive faerie queen is to make six villains remember they’re obsessed with her, except . . .
One hates her.
One confuses her.
One distrusts her.
One is encased in stone.
One rejects her, and,
One thinks she’s a dangerous distraction.
The task seems impossible. To make matters worse, Avorlorna’s mortal populace is starving and fodder in a looming faerie war. If they find out she’s the reason for their suffering, she’ll be dead before the Solstice Trials begin. But that’s months away. She still has time to rewrite the realm’s fate, remind six demigods they have hearts, and find the belonging she’s always yearned for.
She has time . . . until she doesn’t.
Moments before she’s thrust into the arena, she receives a chilling warning: “One will betray you. One will try to kill you.” With alliances shifting like quicksand, Willow faces an agonizing choice: fight for the love of villains or sacrifice everything for a realm that hates her.
Trials of Dusk and Dreams is a slow-burn, spicy “why choose” dystopian-fantasy romance novel where the underdog heroine finds her inner power, the tension is hot, and the world-building is full of intrigue. It is recommended for mature readers.
One hates her.
One confuses her.
One distrusts her.
One is encased in stone.
One rejects her, and,
One thinks she’s a dangerous distraction.
The task seems impossible. To make matters worse, Avorlorna’s mortal populace is starving and fodder in a looming faerie war. If they find out she’s the reason for their suffering, she’ll be dead before the Solstice Trials begin. But that’s months away. She still has time to rewrite the realm’s fate, remind six demigods they have hearts, and find the belonging she’s always yearned for.
She has time . . . until she doesn’t.
Moments before she’s thrust into the arena, she receives a chilling warning: “One will betray you. One will try to kill you.” With alliances shifting like quicksand, Willow faces an agonizing choice: fight for the love of villains or sacrifice everything for a realm that hates her.
Trials of Dusk and Dreams is a slow-burn, spicy “why choose” dystopian-fantasy romance novel where the underdog heroine finds her inner power, the tension is hot, and the world-building is full of intrigue. It is recommended for mature readers.
516 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 31, 2024
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Lana Pecherczyk
66 books2,440 followersLana lives in Perth, Western Australia and loves writing Paranormal/ Fantasy and Sci-fi Romance. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her creating art and designing book covers. She also fights evil by moonlight, wins love by daylight and never runs from a real fight.
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September 29, 2025
So, so good.
August 31, 2024
It was so great to get back to these characters and I devoured this story. I was aching after the cliffhanger we were left with and I needed to know how Willow was going to win over more of the Six.
I'm very invested in how things are going to work out.
We had a bit of help from a certain gifted artifact, however, I felt like the use of it was kinda anti-climactic in practice. I was hoping for more of a reaction and a plan to get ourselves out of this. I am also now worried about how many books are going to be in this series as I don't feel like we made as much progress as I was hoping for... We switched to a new member of the Six to get their POV, since Fox is currently occupied and I did enjoy getting that perspective and watching him warm up more to his mate.
I'll also admit that there are too many damn characters in this story. I'm sorry, it's true. Not only do we have SEVEN entities in this RH but there was villains and friends and it was overwhelming. I think I need a cast of characters at the front or back. I don't know if that is in the final copy, since I read an ARC, but it should be.
Okay, well, what did I like? I still love Willow. I like watching her progress towards the badass she is meant to be. I like how she shows no fear when certain members of the Six try to push her around and intimidate her. I am looking forward to her facing off with certain characters in the future. I still love my sweet Varen, but I didn't get enough of him. I missed more of his bee-isms.
Anyway, the writing itself is very well done, as I expect of this author and when I am within the story, I couldn't wait to continue. I look forward to the next entry as soon as I can have it. I'm so curious about Styx's and Varen's POV particularly. I hope we get them soon.
3.5 stars
2.5 on the spice scale
I'm very invested in how things are going to work out.
We had a bit of help from a certain gifted artifact, however, I felt like the use of it was kinda anti-climactic in practice. I was hoping for more of a reaction and a plan to get ourselves out of this. I am also now worried about how many books are going to be in this series as I don't feel like we made as much progress as I was hoping for... We switched to a new member of the Six to get their POV, since Fox is currently occupied and I did enjoy getting that perspective and watching him warm up more to his mate.
I'll also admit that there are too many damn characters in this story. I'm sorry, it's true. Not only do we have SEVEN entities in this RH but there was villains and friends and it was overwhelming. I think I need a cast of characters at the front or back. I don't know if that is in the final copy, since I read an ARC, but it should be.
Okay, well, what did I like? I still love Willow. I like watching her progress towards the badass she is meant to be. I like how she shows no fear when certain members of the Six try to push her around and intimidate her. I am looking forward to her facing off with certain characters in the future. I still love my sweet Varen, but I didn't get enough of him. I missed more of his bee-isms.
Anyway, the writing itself is very well done, as I expect of this author and when I am within the story, I couldn't wait to continue. I look forward to the next entry as soon as I can have it. I'm so curious about Styx's and Varen's POV particularly. I hope we get them soon.
3.5 stars
2.5 on the spice scale
July 29, 2025
I’m kinda confused by everything because there is a lot of holes but I think the story is really interesting. Totally on me for not realizing this isn’t just a duet and actually will have other books that I don’t particularly want to wait for.
December 16, 2025
WHAT!?!? so much was happening in this book and so many twisty things... the ending threw me. I need book three soon, please! 🥺❤️
January 11, 2025
I know a book is good when I’m reading on the couch with my kindle, it’s time for bed, I get in bed, and then immediately pull up the kindle app on my phone to continue reading.
When you’re reading doesn’t follow a bedtime schedule… that’s a good book.
I finished this book so fast. I literally couldn’t stop myself. I couldn’t put it down.
Here’s what you need to know about it.
Willow must defeat an oppressive faerie queen… and the only way to do that… is to make six…. Yeah you heard me… SIX dark and dangerous villains remember… that they are… obsessed with her.
While this is a spicy why choose… you gotta WORK for it. This is one of the slowest burn series I’ve ever read. It’s delicious and it’s also torture.
“One night to lay beside her. One night for me when every other night will be for them. At least until our hive is united. Only then will I unleash the force of my longing on her.”
HELLO….
ALSO. We want spice. We want romance. We want PLOT. You get that and more with this series. So much is going on. So much is at stake. The world building is incredible. The story is getting more and more intense. And you are just having an absolute blast the entire time.
It’s also incredibly heartbreaking at times and you’re really put through every range of emotion with this story.
The only thing book two did was make me want book three even more. Seriously this is a bingeable series at its finest!
Each of these six mouthwatering men are… intricate. Layered. Hot. Smexual. Smoldering. Sensitive. Sad. Complicated. Did I say hot?
“Oh, what I’ll do to her when she’s finally mine. The pleasure I’ll give her. The devotion I’ll show her. The worlds I’ll burn for her.”
The standard by friends…
There’s so many characters in this story to fall in love with including lovable side characters you can’t help but root for.
This really is a beautiful and unique adventure that will rip your heart out and have you begging for more. “Losing you would break me. Break us. More than we’ve ever been broken before.”
If you think you can take it… this series is ready to be devoured by you!
When you’re reading doesn’t follow a bedtime schedule… that’s a good book.
I finished this book so fast. I literally couldn’t stop myself. I couldn’t put it down.
Here’s what you need to know about it.
Willow must defeat an oppressive faerie queen… and the only way to do that… is to make six…. Yeah you heard me… SIX dark and dangerous villains remember… that they are… obsessed with her.
While this is a spicy why choose… you gotta WORK for it. This is one of the slowest burn series I’ve ever read. It’s delicious and it’s also torture.
“One night to lay beside her. One night for me when every other night will be for them. At least until our hive is united. Only then will I unleash the force of my longing on her.”
HELLO….
ALSO. We want spice. We want romance. We want PLOT. You get that and more with this series. So much is going on. So much is at stake. The world building is incredible. The story is getting more and more intense. And you are just having an absolute blast the entire time.
It’s also incredibly heartbreaking at times and you’re really put through every range of emotion with this story.
The only thing book two did was make me want book three even more. Seriously this is a bingeable series at its finest!
Each of these six mouthwatering men are… intricate. Layered. Hot. Smexual. Smoldering. Sensitive. Sad. Complicated. Did I say hot?
“Oh, what I’ll do to her when she’s finally mine. The pleasure I’ll give her. The devotion I’ll show her. The worlds I’ll burn for her.”
The standard by friends…
There’s so many characters in this story to fall in love with including lovable side characters you can’t help but root for.
This really is a beautiful and unique adventure that will rip your heart out and have you begging for more. “Losing you would break me. Break us. More than we’ve ever been broken before.”
If you think you can take it… this series is ready to be devoured by you!
February 11, 2025
“This is not about love. It’s not about enduring the suffering. It’s about the pain,” he says, “and the fear. You think you know us, little moth. You think you want to be with us because the gods threw us together. You have no idea what we’ve done. You have no idea what we still want to do. But if you walk through that door, you’ll see what it’s like to be with us . . . it won’t be love,” he says, his voice full of pity. “We’d destroy you, pull you apart. It is in our nature. This is what we’re made for.”
Ummm… excuse me, but WHAT THE EVER LOVING CRIMSON WAS THAT CLIFFHANGER, LANA?!?! I AM SCREAMING!
Okay… okay. I think I can be chill for a few moments to at least capture my thoughts before I can go back to panicking.
First, this book was amazing. No surprises there. Two, I love how seamlessly this moved from the events of the previous book into this one. It will make for the perfect binge-read someday, and I really appreciated how Lana didn’t spend a bunch of time retreading old territory. What references she does make are succinct and act as aid to the moment. Third, and most important of all — we’re back to another agonizing slow-burn romance now that Fox is temporarily out of the picture, but I’m absolutely obsessed with the rest of the six and the quality time we get to spend with them.
This book has so much angst, but in a good way, and in a way that’s very different from the angst of the previous book. If COURT OF NEVERS AND NIGHTMARES was all about Willow’s journey to understanding her own worthiness, TRIALS OF DUSK AND DREAMS is about Willow learning to embrace her inner queen while also being the light that her deadly Sluagh mates need as they come to terms with their own trauma, Titania’s curse, and the fractured hive.
Does it all get resolved in this book? Of course not.
But the ground we do cover is rewarding and deeply satisfying — there were so many standout moments in this book. From Willow’s personal interactions and individual connections with each of the Sluagh, to the way they interact as a fractured hive. That brotherly camaraderie is always there, just beneath the surface, even if certain redacted individuals have some questionable methods of dealing with some of their more immediate AND existential issues.
Willow’s arc continues to be excellent — some of the best work I’ve seen from Lana, imho. Even with her newfound sense of self, she still had vulnerable moments that feel genuine and authentic and it keeps her relatable.
The political machinations of our antagonists continue to grow more complex and villainous. Some are more nuanced. Others are more outright and left me wishing not so great things to befall certain individuals. I’m eagerly awaiting some long overdue comeuppance, let’s put it that way.
This book has so many of the hallmarks of what makes an excellent fantasy, from the world building to the lore and the magic systems. The way Lana continues to add more layers of complexity to this universe she’s build, from Fae Guardians to Fae Devils, is extraordinary and really just continues to cement this series as one of my absolute favorites as each new installment is released.
In short: I loved this book. That cliffhanger was pure evil. I need the next one like I need air.
“When a bee finds a good source of nectar, it flies back to the hive and tells the others.” A pause. “You are our nectar.”
I smile despite myself. “That’s better than being queen, I suppose.”
“Shh.” His fingers trace hypnotic circles over my hip bone, lulling me back into my comfort zone—a place where nothing exists but a warm embrace and dream that one day, none of us will be alone, none of us will make sacrifices.
We’ll be a working, functional family. A hive.
We’ll be happy.
PS: I absolutely ADORE Varen, I think he might be my favorite 🥹💜
September 1, 2024
✨HAPPY RELEASE DAY @lana_p_author ✨
I’m late putting up this review but better late than never!
Book two picks up right where the first one left off and we end up in the heat of it! I loved watching Willow navigate the Hive, struggling to choose who to give their memories back. She had one shot to make a difference in her life, to make them stop hating her, and her choice was … well read it and find out!
Everything that we have been training for in book one is finally here and secrets are revealed and alliances threaten to fall apart. Things for Willow get harder, and she is tested beyond belief, but it gives her amazing character growth!
Things start to heat up between her and some of her mates, bringing an intimacy to the series that was absent until now, considering they didn’t know who she was.. this makes sense. I thought the author does a great job of balancing their desire for each other as well as the Hives fear of their past repeating itself with an abusive “Queen”.
I do wish that we had more time with the actual trials, as they were over pretty quickly, especially considering the name of the book itself, but everything else was enough to counteract the slight disappointment with how the Trials went to keep it as a super enjoyable story!
I can not wait for book three, especially with the cliffhanger that this one ended in. I am addicted to this work and not ashamed to admit it
I’m late putting up this review but better late than never!
Book two picks up right where the first one left off and we end up in the heat of it! I loved watching Willow navigate the Hive, struggling to choose who to give their memories back. She had one shot to make a difference in her life, to make them stop hating her, and her choice was … well read it and find out!
Everything that we have been training for in book one is finally here and secrets are revealed and alliances threaten to fall apart. Things for Willow get harder, and she is tested beyond belief, but it gives her amazing character growth!
Things start to heat up between her and some of her mates, bringing an intimacy to the series that was absent until now, considering they didn’t know who she was.. this makes sense. I thought the author does a great job of balancing their desire for each other as well as the Hives fear of their past repeating itself with an abusive “Queen”.
I do wish that we had more time with the actual trials, as they were over pretty quickly, especially considering the name of the book itself, but everything else was enough to counteract the slight disappointment with how the Trials went to keep it as a super enjoyable story!
I can not wait for book three, especially with the cliffhanger that this one ended in. I am addicted to this work and not ashamed to admit it
August 27, 2024
(Received as an ARC, does not influence my opinion)
Okay first off... SPICY 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️, honestly... spectacular give me 14 of 'em right now 🥵🥵 alright alright, serious-ish time now. This was great, I was sucked up in the story and I loved reading this. We got to see different sides of the six, and see their struggles and trauma which made me cry at times. Willow herself is learning to trust who she is and not let her past drag her down and she is viciously loyal to the six which makes my heart gushy. I can NOT wait to see what other tricks Lana has up her sleeve after the twist she threw in at the end. I will be patiently but not so patiently waiting for my next dose of the Sluagh.. and how my girl willow handles their growth 😉🖤🌶️
Okay first off... SPICY 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️, honestly... spectacular give me 14 of 'em right now 🥵🥵 alright alright, serious-ish time now. This was great, I was sucked up in the story and I loved reading this. We got to see different sides of the six, and see their struggles and trauma which made me cry at times. Willow herself is learning to trust who she is and not let her past drag her down and she is viciously loyal to the six which makes my heart gushy. I can NOT wait to see what other tricks Lana has up her sleeve after the twist she threw in at the end. I will be patiently but not so patiently waiting for my next dose of the Sluagh.. and how my girl willow handles their growth 😉🖤🌶️
December 8, 2025
Same as the first book.
May 26, 2025
No!!! I try not to do this! This ended on a cliffhanger with no 3rd book! 🤦🏽♀️
September 8, 2024
I have just finished ARC which does not influence my review in anyway.
I am a huge Lana fan and have read all Fae Guardian series twice...and have been a Sluagh supporter from the start...so much so I got a sluagh bee tattoo recently and wear my "Whose your baddy" hockey shirt when I read my Sluagh books lol 😘
Anyhu enough about me...the 2nd book just blew me away. Plenty of spice and the character building was great. Willow learning to trust herself and having more confidence in herself. I enjoyed her flashbacks about her family.
Seeing aspects of the six and their personalities was awesome. I am so looking forward to more especially Emrys and Legion and look forward to Fox being freed from stone...
My only disappointment was the ending as it was so sudden... and I did not want it to end.
I am a huge Lana fan and have read all Fae Guardian series twice...and have been a Sluagh supporter from the start...so much so I got a sluagh bee tattoo recently and wear my "Whose your baddy" hockey shirt when I read my Sluagh books lol 😘
Anyhu enough about me...the 2nd book just blew me away. Plenty of spice and the character building was great. Willow learning to trust herself and having more confidence in herself. I enjoyed her flashbacks about her family.
Seeing aspects of the six and their personalities was awesome. I am so looking forward to more especially Emrys and Legion and look forward to Fox being freed from stone...
My only disappointment was the ending as it was so sudden... and I did not want it to end.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 14, 2024
Edge of my seat. Awesome 👌
Please hurry and finish the next book. Love this series and can't wait to continue with the next awsome book!!
Please hurry and finish the next book. Love this series and can't wait to continue with the next awsome book!!
October 2, 2024
4.5 rounded up to a 5
That ending ! I need book 3 yesterday.
I seriously can't even predict what I think will happen because I will be wrong but in a way that's well done and leaving me wanting more.
That ending ! I need book 3 yesterday.
I seriously can't even predict what I think will happen because I will be wrong but in a way that's well done and leaving me wanting more.
October 5, 2024
Better and Better
I think i held my breath for half the book. The twists ,turns, betrayals ! I could not figure out who to trust and not. This just gets better and better. So looking forward to the next book!
I think i held my breath for half the book. The twists ,turns, betrayals ! I could not figure out who to trust and not. This just gets better and better. So looking forward to the next book!
September 7, 2024
Lana!!!!! That ending!! You did it again! Once again, an amazing book with Willow and her mates! I absolutely loved every bit of this book and world Lana built. I can not wait for the next book!
May 16, 2025
6 ⭐️
what the FUCK was that ending, jfc now i have a book hangover
ugh this is book 2 of SIX! IM SUFFERING. THESE ARE LIKE CRACK
anyway Varen 🥺
I’m obsessed with Styx
Emrys is a bitch
I really need Legion to get laid
Bodin is who I dream about
that is all
what the FUCK was that ending, jfc now i have a book hangover
ugh this is book 2 of SIX! IM SUFFERING. THESE ARE LIKE CRACK
anyway Varen 🥺
I’m obsessed with Styx
Emrys is a bitch
I really need Legion to get laid
Bodin is who I dream about
that is all
February 27, 2025
I love this series but had no idea what was going on most of the time. Lana would it kill you to recap the audience a lil 😩 also that cliffhanger is ILLEGAL
September 25, 2024
I’m not sure how to feel about this book. The book has to many fillers and absolutely nothing interesting going on and no questions were answered. The only time the book got somewhat interesting was towards the end
December 24, 2024
I'm sad because I've read all of Lana's work and all of her books have been 4 or 5 stars except for 1 one other book - with a certain blonde fae/elf male from the guardian group. This is now the 2nd book of her's to come out as a 3-star read - a 2.5 if I'm being honest. I think considering how many books Lana has out, this isn't a bad thing because you can't win them all. However, because I enjoyed book 1 of this new Fae Devils series, I was expecting this one to deliver. Instead, it fell incredibly flat for me.
So here we go...
❤️ What I liked:
✨ Firstly, I do in fact like how she's tackling the reverse harem aspect of the story. There's no way to put it mildly so here it is straight; instead of Willow (our fmc) getting railed by six different dudes at one time, there is an emotional component that you can clearly see Lana is hoping to establish between the characters. While I would not consider it love just yet, Willow is learning to care for her 6 mates and vice versa. I also like that there is still a focus on each male of the group that she primarily focuses on.
✨Speaking of connections, I do like that this book goes into depth with some of the males in the mate group. The first book is focused mainly on Fox. This book is focused on almost all of them but Bodin takes precedence followed partially by Legion and Styx. And I do like how Legion and Bodin in particular are being developed as characters.
✨ Our little baby pet dragon is still and will always be a wonderful addition to the story at any part of it and it's cute seeing all the characters treat him in the same manner Willow does.
💔 What isn't working for me now:
✨ Willow has become a nuisance. She is probably now my least favorite fmc Lana has written. I made excuses for Willow in book one as her still essentially being a child. And in many ways, she literally still is - she runs away from home in book one after throwing a tantrum and it costs the life of someone else as a result of her actions. So Willow is this immature child and Willow actually self-identifies that she is at certain points as well in book 1. Cool. Now in book 2, she still sort of acknowledges that, but Lana is writing her as though Willow has matured since book 1 and that she's beginning to understand how to grow as a person. Only Willow isn't showing that at all. Lana's version of growth for Willow is and has been centered on Willow "accepting her mates" and "being there for them" which at this point - means she's a vessel for them to f&ck. Willow has not matured in the sense of learning grace, patience, wit, or any other qualities some of Lana's other fmc characters possess. The only quality Willow possesses that is apparent at this point is that she can be kind. But I can't use any other words like smart, useful beyond screwing, or powerful to describe her given that we're on book two. There has been no more growth for her as a character.
✨ I wouldn't consider this a spoiler but there is a small fight scene between Willow and some characters I'll leave nameless. And the fight is VERBATIM started by Willow because she was jealous. So she goes to attack these other characters unprovoked because she is mad. This just sort of reinforced my concept of her being dumb and immature. In no other books has Lana done this. There have been times when some of her characters were jealous of each other, but never a "catfight" over men as far as I can remember. It just seemed so pathetic to me and was disappointing. Again, this is a character I'm supposed to like, but instead, this just made me even more annoyed with the book - especially when Willow even admits that attacking the characters - who were actually innocent - was wrong. No. Growth.
✨ Willow is trying to hard to be accepted. Period. Again. I'm driving home the point that her realizing she has six mates is not growth. She should get to know them and grow with her mates yes. But Willow has barely been with her 6 mates any length of time and she is already throwing out I love yous (which they do not return because it is clearly to soon), calling their home hers and so on. It's cringey and is beginning to come off like insta love which is probably the reason for my annoyance with this book.
✨While a majority of the spice was hot - it's time to find a new phrase/inside joke for Bodin besides "f*ck!ng Willow's mouth". This has been said nearly 10 times between books 1 and 2 by different characters. We get it.
✨ Emrys....Now I get not all of Willow's mates are going to just instantly like her. This was the case for Bodin, but you can see a slow development of Bodin warming up to Willow. Same thing with Legion. This is happening for Styx as well. However, Lana has also written Emrys as a very immature character which is surprising to me because her other male characters are typically not written in this manner; including ones that initially did not like their fmcs either. I'm particularly upset about this one though, because of the character's Legion and Emrys were the ones I was most excited about. Huge disappoint. Again - compared to her other books with the enemies-to-lovers trope - Lana's male characters didn't come off as immature. Emrys does for some reason...The only positive is that he does call Willow a slut at one point for not having any self-control or intelligence to know when she's being manipulated. After that, Willow sharpens up for like 2 seconds and then is back to her regular programming.
✨ The length of this book was exhausting. I feel like it went on and on just to get to the same ending as book 1 and from other books; someone wants Willow or wants Willow dead. What's new? This was a plot in the Fae Guardians series and is now becoming another plot device that I can see will be dragged on for the series. That said, if the remaining books continue for this length, I am probably going to dnf the series because we're going in circles at this point. We're no closer to the book's goals than we were in book 1. And without giving to much away, the antagonist in this series - is still in the same position as an adversary just like Willow. Neither are closer to their goals. I can see the appeal in maybe wanting each mate/male to have their book to focus more on them, but if each book will continue to be around the same length, I do not think it will be necessary. Lana can combine focus on characters within the book, just like she did in this book (that was a plus actually - now I'd just like to see her do that with the plot too not just the character development).
💜 My thoughts overall:
✨It's too long and not enough progression is happening in the character development or plot to justify it. Just my two cents. Willow is becoming an unbearable character and I hate reading from her perspective. She has had nothing to offer since book one other than her body and usually has no intelligent thoughts beyond screwing. The way she was presented in the Fae Guardian series does not match up to the character I thought she would be. The male characters are showing signs of character development so that is nice. I will read book 3 to become the final decision-maker on whether I continue the series. If it disappoints, I'll just stick to her Fae Guardian book which has been a particular favorite of mine save one book - and now this one.
So here we go...
❤️ What I liked:
✨ Firstly, I do in fact like how she's tackling the reverse harem aspect of the story. There's no way to put it mildly so here it is straight; instead of Willow (our fmc) getting railed by six different dudes at one time, there is an emotional component that you can clearly see Lana is hoping to establish between the characters. While I would not consider it love just yet, Willow is learning to care for her 6 mates and vice versa. I also like that there is still a focus on each male of the group that she primarily focuses on.
✨Speaking of connections, I do like that this book goes into depth with some of the males in the mate group. The first book is focused mainly on Fox. This book is focused on almost all of them but Bodin takes precedence followed partially by Legion and Styx. And I do like how Legion and Bodin in particular are being developed as characters.
✨ Our little baby pet dragon is still and will always be a wonderful addition to the story at any part of it and it's cute seeing all the characters treat him in the same manner Willow does.
💔 What isn't working for me now:
✨ Willow has become a nuisance. She is probably now my least favorite fmc Lana has written. I made excuses for Willow in book one as her still essentially being a child. And in many ways, she literally still is - she runs away from home in book one after throwing a tantrum and it costs the life of someone else as a result of her actions. So Willow is this immature child and Willow actually self-identifies that she is at certain points as well in book 1. Cool. Now in book 2, she still sort of acknowledges that, but Lana is writing her as though Willow has matured since book 1 and that she's beginning to understand how to grow as a person. Only Willow isn't showing that at all. Lana's version of growth for Willow is and has been centered on Willow "accepting her mates" and "being there for them" which at this point - means she's a vessel for them to f&ck. Willow has not matured in the sense of learning grace, patience, wit, or any other qualities some of Lana's other fmc characters possess. The only quality Willow possesses that is apparent at this point is that she can be kind. But I can't use any other words like smart, useful beyond screwing, or powerful to describe her given that we're on book two. There has been no more growth for her as a character.
✨ I wouldn't consider this a spoiler but there is a small fight scene between Willow and some characters I'll leave nameless. And the fight is VERBATIM started by Willow because she was jealous. So she goes to attack these other characters unprovoked because she is mad. This just sort of reinforced my concept of her being dumb and immature. In no other books has Lana done this. There have been times when some of her characters were jealous of each other, but never a "catfight" over men as far as I can remember. It just seemed so pathetic to me and was disappointing. Again, this is a character I'm supposed to like, but instead, this just made me even more annoyed with the book - especially when Willow even admits that attacking the characters - who were actually innocent - was wrong. No. Growth.
✨ Willow is trying to hard to be accepted. Period. Again. I'm driving home the point that her realizing she has six mates is not growth. She should get to know them and grow with her mates yes. But Willow has barely been with her 6 mates any length of time and she is already throwing out I love yous (which they do not return because it is clearly to soon), calling their home hers and so on. It's cringey and is beginning to come off like insta love which is probably the reason for my annoyance with this book.
✨While a majority of the spice was hot - it's time to find a new phrase/inside joke for Bodin besides "f*ck!ng Willow's mouth". This has been said nearly 10 times between books 1 and 2 by different characters. We get it.
✨ Emrys....Now I get not all of Willow's mates are going to just instantly like her. This was the case for Bodin, but you can see a slow development of Bodin warming up to Willow. Same thing with Legion. This is happening for Styx as well. However, Lana has also written Emrys as a very immature character which is surprising to me because her other male characters are typically not written in this manner; including ones that initially did not like their fmcs either. I'm particularly upset about this one though, because of the character's Legion and Emrys were the ones I was most excited about. Huge disappoint. Again - compared to her other books with the enemies-to-lovers trope - Lana's male characters didn't come off as immature. Emrys does for some reason...The only positive is that he does call Willow a slut at one point for not having any self-control or intelligence to know when she's being manipulated. After that, Willow sharpens up for like 2 seconds and then is back to her regular programming.
✨ The length of this book was exhausting. I feel like it went on and on just to get to the same ending as book 1 and from other books; someone wants Willow or wants Willow dead. What's new? This was a plot in the Fae Guardians series and is now becoming another plot device that I can see will be dragged on for the series. That said, if the remaining books continue for this length, I am probably going to dnf the series because we're going in circles at this point. We're no closer to the book's goals than we were in book 1. And without giving to much away, the antagonist in this series - is still in the same position as an adversary just like Willow. Neither are closer to their goals. I can see the appeal in maybe wanting each mate/male to have their book to focus more on them, but if each book will continue to be around the same length, I do not think it will be necessary. Lana can combine focus on characters within the book, just like she did in this book (that was a plus actually - now I'd just like to see her do that with the plot too not just the character development).
💜 My thoughts overall:
✨It's too long and not enough progression is happening in the character development or plot to justify it. Just my two cents. Willow is becoming an unbearable character and I hate reading from her perspective. She has had nothing to offer since book one other than her body and usually has no intelligent thoughts beyond screwing. The way she was presented in the Fae Guardian series does not match up to the character I thought she would be. The male characters are showing signs of character development so that is nice. I will read book 3 to become the final decision-maker on whether I continue the series. If it disappoints, I'll just stick to her Fae Guardian book which has been a particular favorite of mine save one book - and now this one.
August 21, 2025
Pecherczyk delivers a fiery and emotionally layered continuation of the Fae Devils series. Willow faces her greatest challenge yet: uniting six powerful demigods who are divided by distrust, anger, and painful pasts. With a ruthless queen threatening war and a starving realm on the brink of collapse, Willow must spark memories long buried and prove herself worthy of allegiance before betrayal or death brings everything to ruin.
This romantasy brims with intensity, weaving themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and resilience into a tale of survival and desire. Pecherczyk employs familiar elements such as clashing allies, fractured trust, high-stakes trials, but sharpens them with nuanced character dynamics and escalating tension. The slow unraveling of alliances keeps the pace taut, while moments of vulnerability add depth to the heroine’s journey.
The prose blends heat and heart in equal measure, ensuring readers stay invested in both the perilous politics of the fae realm and the tangled bonds at its center.
This romantasy brims with intensity, weaving themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and resilience into a tale of survival and desire. Pecherczyk employs familiar elements such as clashing allies, fractured trust, high-stakes trials, but sharpens them with nuanced character dynamics and escalating tension. The slow unraveling of alliances keeps the pace taut, while moments of vulnerability add depth to the heroine’s journey.
The prose blends heat and heart in equal measure, ensuring readers stay invested in both the perilous politics of the fae realm and the tangled bonds at its center.
November 22, 2024
A stronger book than the first. However I thought this was a duology so was disappointed when the plot was not resolved at the end of the book, especially when I was finally enjoying the world she created.
I felt that the trials were rushed at the end. Only taking the last 10% of the novel when the previous book had been building to it.
Finally, how are we two books into a why-choose and they have not had a mutli-partner intimate scene? I get a slowburn but this is not advertised as one.
Overall, I wish this had gone through a little more story- mapping as the writing is quite engaging.
I felt that the trials were rushed at the end. Only taking the last 10% of the novel when the previous book had been building to it.
Finally, how are we two books into a why-choose and they have not had a mutli-partner intimate scene? I get a slowburn but this is not advertised as one.
Overall, I wish this had gone through a little more story- mapping as the writing is quite engaging.
September 3, 2024
Trials of Dusk and Dreams
4.5 Stars
A wonderful follow-up to the first book in the series! I loved how this book picked up right where the last left off, and the action just kept coming!
While still maintaining her spot as the FMC, Willow takes a tiny bit of a back seat this book in favor of exploring more into the Sluagh and their story in this book. We find out more of their history as a unit, as well as some of the things that make them who they have become (read: Trauma). There's a bit of rewriting of the Sluagh lore going on in this series (in comparison to the Fae Guardians series), but I do feel that it is less out-and-out retconning and more like we're being shown the truth behind the facade that they've allowed to be perpetrated in Elphyne for all these centuries. And oh boy the truth we're being shown!
The Sluagh are just about the perfect morally grey (and that's a DARK grey, bordering on black) bad-boy type. They do relish in a certain amount of chaos and bloodshed, but still do have a code (even if no one but they know what that code is) and a lot of the darkness they find themselves a part of is in service of the Queen they long to have and cherish. I loved how this book continued what is sort of becoming a pattern that is prevalent in many of my favorite why-choose series: while all books contain building blocks for each MMC's relationship with the FMC, each book maintains a special focus on the actualization of the relationship of a specific MMC with the FMC. In the first book, it was Fox, in this book it's .
I also deeply enjoyed the fact that .
Speaking of future books...THAT CLIFFHANGER. I'm not one who typically gets hung up on a cliffhanger. And I will say I'm not like....gnawing at the bars of my enclosure needing to know immediately. But the revelations in the back 20% of this book have me absolutely riveted and I cannot wait to see how they develop and resolve! Between and and not to mention There is so much to be explored and I for one cannot wait to see where things lead!
I have, again, had issues with pacing and editing in this book. I know the author has expressed issues recently with deadlines. And it does show a bit in this book, particularly the back 30%. Not enough to inhibit enjoyment of the work, just enough to notice within the wider context of her work as a whole. I'm hopeful, though, that this will change in future books as the author has explained future changes to how she will work through the actual physical act of writing and editing. I am such a fan of her work overall, and cannot wait to see it return to a (hopefully) similar style as in the books that first made me fall in love with her work (The Fae Guardians books 1-6).
4.5 Stars
A wonderful follow-up to the first book in the series! I loved how this book picked up right where the last left off, and the action just kept coming!
While still maintaining her spot as the FMC, Willow takes a tiny bit of a back seat this book in favor of exploring more into the Sluagh and their story in this book. We find out more of their history as a unit, as well as some of the things that make them who they have become (read: Trauma). There's a bit of rewriting of the Sluagh lore going on in this series (in comparison to the Fae Guardians series), but I do feel that it is less out-and-out retconning and more like we're being shown the truth behind the facade that they've allowed to be perpetrated in Elphyne for all these centuries. And oh boy the truth we're being shown!
The Sluagh are just about the perfect morally grey (and that's a DARK grey, bordering on black) bad-boy type. They do relish in a certain amount of chaos and bloodshed, but still do have a code (even if no one but they know what that code is) and a lot of the darkness they find themselves a part of is in service of the Queen they long to have and cherish. I loved how this book continued what is sort of becoming a pattern that is prevalent in many of my favorite why-choose series: while all books contain building blocks for each MMC's relationship with the FMC, each book maintains a special focus on the actualization of the relationship of a specific MMC with the FMC. In the first book, it was Fox, in this book it's .
I also deeply enjoyed the fact that .
Speaking of future books...THAT CLIFFHANGER. I'm not one who typically gets hung up on a cliffhanger. And I will say I'm not like....gnawing at the bars of my enclosure needing to know immediately. But the revelations in the back 20% of this book have me absolutely riveted and I cannot wait to see how they develop and resolve! Between and and not to mention There is so much to be explored and I for one cannot wait to see where things lead!
I have, again, had issues with pacing and editing in this book. I know the author has expressed issues recently with deadlines. And it does show a bit in this book, particularly the back 30%. Not enough to inhibit enjoyment of the work, just enough to notice within the wider context of her work as a whole. I'm hopeful, though, that this will change in future books as the author has explained future changes to how she will work through the actual physical act of writing and editing. I am such a fan of her work overall, and cannot wait to see it return to a (hopefully) similar style as in the books that first made me fall in love with her work (The Fae Guardians books 1-6).
March 9, 2025
This was a great sequel. I feel so connected to the characters. The events from the previous novel flowed seamlessly into this one picking up immediately where the previous novel left off. I appreciate that the author didn’t spend any time reminding the reader what had previously occurred. The references she did make were succinct and acted as an aid to the present situation. Also, there continues to be an agonizing slow burn between Willow and the rest of the six, now that Fox is temporarily out of the picture. I’m obsessed with each of them and their different personalities. It was great spending some quality time with them.
This novel was so angsty. The previous novel, Castle of Nevers and Nightmares, was all about Willow realizing her own worthiness, but this novel focused on Willow embracing what it means to be a queen for her hive and Avorlorna as a whole. It was about being the light that her deadly mates need as they come to terms with their own trauma, Titania’s curse, and the fractured hive. It doesn’t all get solved in this novel, but the progress made is rewarding in terms of the plot, the romance, and the budding relationships between the Sluagh. There were many great moments. Willow’s individual interactions with each of the Sluagh to the way they interact as a broken hive were just the start of what made this novel great. The brotherly camaraderie is there, but some members have questionable methods when dealing with some of their immediate and existential problems. These guys are hot and complicated. They all have feelings for Willow, there are just some that are more willing to give her and the relationship a chance right now. The connections and tensions they have with her as well as each other form the majority of the conflict. However, there is much turmoil happening outside the hive that they are trying to control in their own ways as well. Willow’s continued internal growth was good, but she still has moments of self-doubt and insecurity that feel authentic and keep her very human and relatable.
The political machinations of the antagonists grow more complex. Some of them are subtle and nuanced while others are outright overt and despicable. I’m waiting for certain characters to get all they have coming to them eventually. This sequel had all the great elements you would expect from a fantasy when it comes to the world building, lore and the further exploration of magic. There are certain individuals who are truly pulling the strings, and the story further explores how Willow can use magic in different ways despite being mortal. Is Willow really mortal after all? I love that the author has expanded the world so much. I also love Willow’s supportive, mortal friends. I can’t help but root for them, too. They are lovable in their own right.
The twists were great. This series gets better with every novel. I’m desperately waiting for what’s next, especially with that jaw-dropping cliffhanger. I want the Sluagh to work together to rescue Willow and be in harmony. I need some resolution, and I would like Fox to return soon. This hive needs to be together and be a family. Also, we finally got to see the trials start in this novel. The action had me on the edge of my seat. This is a shaping up to be a great spinoff series. I love it just as much as the previous series. It’s impossible to choose which I like more.
This novel was so angsty. The previous novel, Castle of Nevers and Nightmares, was all about Willow realizing her own worthiness, but this novel focused on Willow embracing what it means to be a queen for her hive and Avorlorna as a whole. It was about being the light that her deadly mates need as they come to terms with their own trauma, Titania’s curse, and the fractured hive. It doesn’t all get solved in this novel, but the progress made is rewarding in terms of the plot, the romance, and the budding relationships between the Sluagh. There were many great moments. Willow’s individual interactions with each of the Sluagh to the way they interact as a broken hive were just the start of what made this novel great. The brotherly camaraderie is there, but some members have questionable methods when dealing with some of their immediate and existential problems. These guys are hot and complicated. They all have feelings for Willow, there are just some that are more willing to give her and the relationship a chance right now. The connections and tensions they have with her as well as each other form the majority of the conflict. However, there is much turmoil happening outside the hive that they are trying to control in their own ways as well. Willow’s continued internal growth was good, but she still has moments of self-doubt and insecurity that feel authentic and keep her very human and relatable.
The political machinations of the antagonists grow more complex. Some of them are subtle and nuanced while others are outright overt and despicable. I’m waiting for certain characters to get all they have coming to them eventually. This sequel had all the great elements you would expect from a fantasy when it comes to the world building, lore and the further exploration of magic. There are certain individuals who are truly pulling the strings, and the story further explores how Willow can use magic in different ways despite being mortal. Is Willow really mortal after all? I love that the author has expanded the world so much. I also love Willow’s supportive, mortal friends. I can’t help but root for them, too. They are lovable in their own right.
The twists were great. This series gets better with every novel. I’m desperately waiting for what’s next, especially with that jaw-dropping cliffhanger. I want the Sluagh to work together to rescue Willow and be in harmony. I need some resolution, and I would like Fox to return soon. This hive needs to be together and be a family. Also, we finally got to see the trials start in this novel. The action had me on the edge of my seat. This is a shaping up to be a great spinoff series. I love it just as much as the previous series. It’s impossible to choose which I like more.
September 7, 2024
this sequel picks up right where book 1 jumped off of the cliff, and i loved every second of it! i’ll try not to spoil anything, but i would suggest reading book 1 before continuing here just in case. also, i believe this is technically a standalone series, but my recommendation is to read the fae guardian series first so that you know more about willow’s past, her family, and a bit more about the six as well.
trials of dusk and dreams follows willow as she finds herself registering for the mysterious solstice trials in avorlorna on a quest for revenge. along the way, she learns some unsettling news about the targets of her ire: the six, who she believes ruined her life through decades of machinations and manipulation.
as we tag along for willow’s journey, a ton of secrets are revealed, and willow’s ultimate goal shifts. we learn about a faerie war that looms on the horizon, closer than it appears, and how various forces are conspiring to either save or destroy the realm. of course, willow and the six are central figures when it comes to major world events here. willow is tasked with seemingly impossible obstacles to overcome, betraying her friends and being betrayed in turns, all while searching for the coveted sense of belonging she’s been desperate for since she was a child. along the way, we watch as our new friends/enemies/frenemies are subjected to curses, confusion, heartbreak, and very occasionally, a pinch of redemption.
many increasingly devastating plot twists ensue (thanks, lana 😭), and we see willow and her fellow shadows finally entering the solstice trials. the book concludes with an even eviler cliffhanger than book 1, and i am still not okay!
overall, i really enjoyed this read. i mean, it sort of ripped my heart out, but doesn't it seem like the best books always do? i would categorize the pace as medium-to-fast, with a moderate slow-burn spice. i’m desperate to find out what happens next and i’m filled with visceral love AND hate for the characters i met in this book! 4.25 stars because i am obsessed with this world and want to know more about everything—i felt like the ending was a bit rushed, and there were parts that were confusing throughout (even though i’ve read all the preceding novels). that said, it obviously did not detract significantly from the ~experience~ of TODAD (just like how i felt about CONAN), and i highly recommend giving this series a go if you enjoy being emotionally decimated by books.
trials of dusk and dreams follows willow as she finds herself registering for the mysterious solstice trials in avorlorna on a quest for revenge. along the way, she learns some unsettling news about the targets of her ire: the six, who she believes ruined her life through decades of machinations and manipulation.
as we tag along for willow’s journey, a ton of secrets are revealed, and willow’s ultimate goal shifts. we learn about a faerie war that looms on the horizon, closer than it appears, and how various forces are conspiring to either save or destroy the realm. of course, willow and the six are central figures when it comes to major world events here. willow is tasked with seemingly impossible obstacles to overcome, betraying her friends and being betrayed in turns, all while searching for the coveted sense of belonging she’s been desperate for since she was a child. along the way, we watch as our new friends/enemies/frenemies are subjected to curses, confusion, heartbreak, and very occasionally, a pinch of redemption.
many increasingly devastating plot twists ensue (thanks, lana 😭), and we see willow and her fellow shadows finally entering the solstice trials. the book concludes with an even eviler cliffhanger than book 1, and i am still not okay!
overall, i really enjoyed this read. i mean, it sort of ripped my heart out, but doesn't it seem like the best books always do? i would categorize the pace as medium-to-fast, with a moderate slow-burn spice. i’m desperate to find out what happens next and i’m filled with visceral love AND hate for the characters i met in this book! 4.25 stars because i am obsessed with this world and want to know more about everything—i felt like the ending was a bit rushed, and there were parts that were confusing throughout (even though i’ve read all the preceding novels). that said, it obviously did not detract significantly from the ~experience~ of TODAD (just like how i felt about CONAN), and i highly recommend giving this series a go if you enjoy being emotionally decimated by books.
September 8, 2024
Read the book. Not the review (it’s all spoilery)
Oh boy. I feel like anything I put here will likely be a spoiler… so I guess f**k it. It was an incredible read. Seriously just took me out of real life for a moment and transported me to the magical scary beautiful world.
**ALL SPOILERS**
So basically… it’s all badass. Read the book. You’re welcome.
Some of this is no surprise from book one. But still.
First… I miss Fox. He was just so beautiful inside. I can’t wait for him to be back on the pages. Not as stone (although Willow hugging him and listening to his heartbeat was such a tender moment, I hope he remembers that when his unstoned)
Styx is a bit of a jerk. But he comes out of stone without some important memories. Eventually, he redeems himself. But not how you’d expect.
Emrys, is 100% enemy number one. He’s just a bag of icks. From first page to last. But I think he’s just misunderstood… by himself. Misguided. And broken. I definitely loathed him a bit more here.
Legion, that self sacrificing stud of a broken sluagh. I do love when he has his moments when his walls are down. When he can’t hide his desire for Willow. Swoonnnnnn.
Bodin, my heart freaking broke when he lost his memories again 😭 Titanias curse on them suppressing their memories is the absolute worst for Bodin. The gasp I gusped when he forgot his connection to Willow… holy hell.
And then Varen. He’s still my fav. His warped mind has a reprieve and then Lana goes and does us wrong… I’ll admit to maybe saying “that b!tch” in my head. Then apologizing and saying “I still love you”.
Willow goes through some serious trials here. And then the poor girl has to have her “heat” too? If you’ve read shifter books, you know the reaction of the shifter in heat and to those around her.
Puck is an idiot. Power hungry characters always bite the dust (pun intended, you’ll get it later).
Alfie we already knew was slimy, we get confirmation.
Sheesh, I could just cliff notes the whole book here. I haven’t stopped thinking about it! There’s sooooo much details here. Pay attention to everything you read! If something seems random or trivial, remember it!
Now to die while waiting for book 3.
Oh boy. I feel like anything I put here will likely be a spoiler… so I guess f**k it. It was an incredible read. Seriously just took me out of real life for a moment and transported me to the magical scary beautiful world.
**ALL SPOILERS**
So basically… it’s all badass. Read the book. You’re welcome.
Some of this is no surprise from book one. But still.
First… I miss Fox. He was just so beautiful inside. I can’t wait for him to be back on the pages. Not as stone (although Willow hugging him and listening to his heartbeat was such a tender moment, I hope he remembers that when his unstoned)
Styx is a bit of a jerk. But he comes out of stone without some important memories. Eventually, he redeems himself. But not how you’d expect.
Emrys, is 100% enemy number one. He’s just a bag of icks. From first page to last. But I think he’s just misunderstood… by himself. Misguided. And broken. I definitely loathed him a bit more here.
Legion, that self sacrificing stud of a broken sluagh. I do love when he has his moments when his walls are down. When he can’t hide his desire for Willow. Swoonnnnnn.
Bodin, my heart freaking broke when he lost his memories again 😭 Titanias curse on them suppressing their memories is the absolute worst for Bodin. The gasp I gusped when he forgot his connection to Willow… holy hell.
And then Varen. He’s still my fav. His warped mind has a reprieve and then Lana goes and does us wrong… I’ll admit to maybe saying “that b!tch” in my head. Then apologizing and saying “I still love you”.
Willow goes through some serious trials here. And then the poor girl has to have her “heat” too? If you’ve read shifter books, you know the reaction of the shifter in heat and to those around her.
Puck is an idiot. Power hungry characters always bite the dust (pun intended, you’ll get it later).
Alfie we already knew was slimy, we get confirmation.
Sheesh, I could just cliff notes the whole book here. I haven’t stopped thinking about it! There’s sooooo much details here. Pay attention to everything you read! If something seems random or trivial, remember it!
Now to die while waiting for book 3.
September 15, 2024
I adore Lana’s writing, Ithink I say this every time I read one of her books, but honestly I do!! Her worlds are rich and immersive, they capture me and refuse to let go until the last word. I read this on a camping trip at the coast and I’m pretty sure my husband was a bit frustrated because I just couldn’t put it down!!
I love that we get more of the guys view points and how they fear the control of another queen who could potentially manipulate them (as if Willow would!!!!). We get A LOT more of their backstory and the lore associated with them, with multiple POVs and I am her for it!! Bodin was one of my fave POVs, as well as anothers that I’m not mentioning because SPOILERS!! It was also amazing to see Willow become the bada33 lady/warrior she was born to be!! Their struggles, the tension between them all, their undeniable tension between Willow and the guys, urgh absolutely worth the frustration of the slow burn!! Well slow burn with SOME of them... I’ll leave it there!! With steamy scenes, training montages, one of the best found family gangs I’ve ever read and so much mystery (but also answers, how does Lana do that??)
Honestly, this series gets better and better with every book and I cannot WAIT for the next one... especially as this one ends on a cliffhanger that had me straight in Lana’s DMs raging about the injustice (sorry about that!!) Although this is a stand alone series, technically, i would definitely recommend reading the Fae Guardian’s series first, if only because they are awesome, but also to get the background on Willow and the guys. Anyway, remember... ‘We are smiling, yes?’ (want to know what I’m talking about?? READ THE SERIES!! I BEG YOU!!)
I love that we get more of the guys view points and how they fear the control of another queen who could potentially manipulate them (as if Willow would!!!!). We get A LOT more of their backstory and the lore associated with them, with multiple POVs and I am her for it!! Bodin was one of my fave POVs, as well as anothers that I’m not mentioning because SPOILERS!! It was also amazing to see Willow become the bada33 lady/warrior she was born to be!! Their struggles, the tension between them all, their undeniable tension between Willow and the guys, urgh absolutely worth the frustration of the slow burn!! Well slow burn with SOME of them... I’ll leave it there!! With steamy scenes, training montages, one of the best found family gangs I’ve ever read and so much mystery (but also answers, how does Lana do that??)
Honestly, this series gets better and better with every book and I cannot WAIT for the next one... especially as this one ends on a cliffhanger that had me straight in Lana’s DMs raging about the injustice (sorry about that!!) Although this is a stand alone series, technically, i would definitely recommend reading the Fae Guardian’s series first, if only because they are awesome, but also to get the background on Willow and the guys. Anyway, remember... ‘We are smiling, yes?’ (want to know what I’m talking about?? READ THE SERIES!! I BEG YOU!!)
August 31, 2024
“One will betray you. One will try to kill you.” Varen whispers against her lips...
We follow our sweet Willow as she bravely tries to hold on to the remains of her magic, knowing that her mates have no memory of who she is, who they are to eachother, how she is supposed to be the center of their hive.
Fox is gone, the memory of what they shared, a bite mark on Willow's neck. He traded places with Styx, who emerges from his stone emprisonment, suspicious of her, angry to have been forgotten.
The First, Legion, eyes her with suspicion, unaware of what they should have together, until Willow gifts him a pair of enchanted spectacles, and his vision changes, swaped with reverence..
The Second, Legion, is the Protector, and allthough he fights it, he'll ensure the safety of their mate.
Despite the dangers of the Gentle Interlude trials, Willow soon realizes that the Third, Emrys, is the most dangerous sluagh of their hive.
Could there be any truth in the Fourth, Varen's, bee talk? He remembers she's their Queen.
The Fifth, Fox, is encased in stone, what they shared, only a memory, for now.
And the Sith, Styx? Hot and mysterious he may be, but soon Willow finds that, he may betray her...
What a fast paced, adventurous book! Willow's compassion will gather around her, those worthy of her trust. But can she trust others, when her secrets are revealed?
And what of Titania's slumber? Can Willow win the trials and get her wish?
The Fae Devils series is not for the faint of heart, you will laugh, cry, and fan yourself from all the heat inscribed in these pages!
What a fantastic read!
We follow our sweet Willow as she bravely tries to hold on to the remains of her magic, knowing that her mates have no memory of who she is, who they are to eachother, how she is supposed to be the center of their hive.
Fox is gone, the memory of what they shared, a bite mark on Willow's neck. He traded places with Styx, who emerges from his stone emprisonment, suspicious of her, angry to have been forgotten.
The First, Legion, eyes her with suspicion, unaware of what they should have together, until Willow gifts him a pair of enchanted spectacles, and his vision changes, swaped with reverence..
The Second, Legion, is the Protector, and allthough he fights it, he'll ensure the safety of their mate.
Despite the dangers of the Gentle Interlude trials, Willow soon realizes that the Third, Emrys, is the most dangerous sluagh of their hive.
Could there be any truth in the Fourth, Varen's, bee talk? He remembers she's their Queen.
The Fifth, Fox, is encased in stone, what they shared, only a memory, for now.
And the Sith, Styx? Hot and mysterious he may be, but soon Willow finds that, he may betray her...
What a fast paced, adventurous book! Willow's compassion will gather around her, those worthy of her trust. But can she trust others, when her secrets are revealed?
And what of Titania's slumber? Can Willow win the trials and get her wish?
The Fae Devils series is not for the faint of heart, you will laugh, cry, and fan yourself from all the heat inscribed in these pages!
What a fantastic read!
June 23, 2025
“𝐼 𝓌𝒾𝓈𝒽 𝐼 𝒸𝑜𝓊𝓁𝒹 𝒷𝑒 𝒶 𝒻𝒶𝓁𝓁𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓈𝓉𝒶𝓇 . . . "
"𝕮𝖆𝖙𝖈𝖍 𝖔𝖚𝖗 𝖋𝖆𝖑𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖗."
The ever-expanding universe crafted by Lana continues to ensnare me. Book 2 masterfully peels back the layers of deep-seated secrets hinted at in the preceding "Fae Guardians" series and the first "Fae Devils" installment. Each revelation tightens the knot of intrigue, pulling you further into this meticulously constructed world. The Hunger Games vibes are undeniable from the moment we step into Avorlorna, with its immediate District 1 feel. Then comes the Solstice Ball, which serves as the equivalent of the Caesar Flickerman interviews for the tributes. I devoured Book 2, and my anticipation for what comes next is immense. While originally conceived as a duology, the news of six planned books focusing on the Sluagh has thrilled me – they are, without a doubt, my favorite denizens of this universe (and yes, I am forever a Fox stan!).
𝙵𝚊𝚟𝚘𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚎 𝚀𝚞𝚘𝚝𝚎𝚜
"Elphyne pulls at my heart, but Avorlorna tugs at my very being"
"It’s hard to believe he’s a creature of chaos and destruction. To me, he is angelic, beautiful, and at peace."
"𝕴𝖙 𝖜𝖔𝖚𝖑𝖉 𝖇𝖊 𝖒𝖞 𝖍𝖔𝖓𝖔𝖗 𝖙𝖔 𝖈𝖆𝖙𝖈𝖍 𝖞𝖔𝖚."
- Fox the man you are🫦
“I’m not going to love you like they do.”
“Welcome to Avorlorna, where inconvenient truths vanish faster than morning dew.”
"I’d crush her with my want, demolish her with my need."
"Our Calamity, she shines for us."
"These people are desperate to win, each with a compelling reason. What makes mine more important?"
“Do you know what happens to moths dancing too close to the fire?”
“For someone so cruel, you’re remarkably poetic.”
"Styx has a collection of charcoal from Varen’s fireplace."
LMAOOOOO
"𝕮𝖆𝖙𝖈𝖍 𝖔𝖚𝖗 𝖋𝖆𝖑𝖑𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖗."
The ever-expanding universe crafted by Lana continues to ensnare me. Book 2 masterfully peels back the layers of deep-seated secrets hinted at in the preceding "Fae Guardians" series and the first "Fae Devils" installment. Each revelation tightens the knot of intrigue, pulling you further into this meticulously constructed world. The Hunger Games vibes are undeniable from the moment we step into Avorlorna, with its immediate District 1 feel. Then comes the Solstice Ball, which serves as the equivalent of the Caesar Flickerman interviews for the tributes. I devoured Book 2, and my anticipation for what comes next is immense. While originally conceived as a duology, the news of six planned books focusing on the Sluagh has thrilled me – they are, without a doubt, my favorite denizens of this universe (and yes, I am forever a Fox stan!).
𝙵𝚊𝚟𝚘𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚎 𝚀𝚞𝚘𝚝𝚎𝚜
"Elphyne pulls at my heart, but Avorlorna tugs at my very being"
"It’s hard to believe he’s a creature of chaos and destruction. To me, he is angelic, beautiful, and at peace."
"𝕴𝖙 𝖜𝖔𝖚𝖑𝖉 𝖇𝖊 𝖒𝖞 𝖍𝖔𝖓𝖔𝖗 𝖙𝖔 𝖈𝖆𝖙𝖈𝖍 𝖞𝖔𝖚."
- Fox the man you are🫦
“I’m not going to love you like they do.”
“Welcome to Avorlorna, where inconvenient truths vanish faster than morning dew.”
"I’d crush her with my want, demolish her with my need."
"Our Calamity, she shines for us."
"These people are desperate to win, each with a compelling reason. What makes mine more important?"
“Do you know what happens to moths dancing too close to the fire?”
“For someone so cruel, you’re remarkably poetic.”
"Styx has a collection of charcoal from Varen’s fireplace."
LMAOOOOO
September 4, 2024
I’ve taken a bit to collect my thoughts after finishing. Don’t read this review if you have not read Castle of Nevers and Nightmares because it is impossible to write a review without spoiling book 1. No spoilers for this book.
After Fox’s sacrifice, Willow must continue with none of the remaining Six knowing who she is and she must continue in the trials to save Avorlorna. I loved the blurb below about the Six and I spent the book trying to untangle the prophecy mentioned about who would betray Willow.
One hates her.
One confuses her.
One distrusts her.
One is encased in stone.
One rejects her, and,
One thinks she’s a dangerous distraction.
I absolutely loved this book. It was a great follow up to Castles of Nevers and Nightmares. Lana has created such a deep and detailed world and has developed each of the characters so they are rich and complex.
I won’t lie, I did miss Fox in this book because I absolutely loved him in CONAN, but encasing him in stone took him out of the picture and allowed us to dive deeper into the remaining Five. We got glimpses into all of their minds in this book as they try to remember what and who Willow is to them. We spend most of our time in Bodin’s mind and it was interesting to see how he views Willow compared to Fox who never forgot what she was. She had to earn his trust and respect despite not remembering who she was, which was a complete change from Fox. It made for a fresh new dynamic and a lot of character development as they untangle the lies and deception.
Let me talk about that ending though. What a wild ride that last section was. Death, betrayal and a twist. Can’t wait for the next book.
After Fox’s sacrifice, Willow must continue with none of the remaining Six knowing who she is and she must continue in the trials to save Avorlorna. I loved the blurb below about the Six and I spent the book trying to untangle the prophecy mentioned about who would betray Willow.
One hates her.
One confuses her.
One distrusts her.
One is encased in stone.
One rejects her, and,
One thinks she’s a dangerous distraction.
I absolutely loved this book. It was a great follow up to Castles of Nevers and Nightmares. Lana has created such a deep and detailed world and has developed each of the characters so they are rich and complex.
I won’t lie, I did miss Fox in this book because I absolutely loved him in CONAN, but encasing him in stone took him out of the picture and allowed us to dive deeper into the remaining Five. We got glimpses into all of their minds in this book as they try to remember what and who Willow is to them. We spend most of our time in Bodin’s mind and it was interesting to see how he views Willow compared to Fox who never forgot what she was. She had to earn his trust and respect despite not remembering who she was, which was a complete change from Fox. It made for a fresh new dynamic and a lot of character development as they untangle the lies and deception.
Let me talk about that ending though. What a wild ride that last section was. Death, betrayal and a twist. Can’t wait for the next book.
October 2, 2024
In the first book I very much disliked the writing. In this book the writing is changed so she either had/got a ghost writer or an editor. The writing has improved slightly. At least I don’t feel like I’m reading a power point presentation any more. I’m still not entirely in love with this series. Just interested enough to force myself to read it anyways.
Again the plot is interesting but executed poorly. This book is quite long and yet nothing happens, likely looking for that 6 book deal. I skipped large sections and still knew what was going on. It’s held together by insta-love, tropes, and pointless flash backs. I am not a fan of this whole “it used to be earth and plastic is blocking magic” thing? It’s not a good plot point.
The fmc is irritatingly needy and dumb. I hate it when the fmc has only been there a week and is all of a sudden calling their home her home, professing love, and general forcing her way into everything. Lust is not love. Love takes time to write and grow and in my opinion insta-love is just the author pressing the easy button.
The mmcs are likeable and I’m guessing they’ll each get a book? Not sure if it’s me or the author not having the fmc better fleshed out but I find most below to average books tend to have a unlikeable, poorly written fmc but amazing mmcs.
The spice is, ok.
I’ll read the next books, probably. I am not sure I’ll enjoy them. The Cainsville series by Kelley Armstrong does Slaugh, The Wild Hunt, and fae BEAUTIFULLY. It’s a much better read. It has little to no spice by the plot is out of this world.
Again the plot is interesting but executed poorly. This book is quite long and yet nothing happens, likely looking for that 6 book deal. I skipped large sections and still knew what was going on. It’s held together by insta-love, tropes, and pointless flash backs. I am not a fan of this whole “it used to be earth and plastic is blocking magic” thing? It’s not a good plot point.
The fmc is irritatingly needy and dumb. I hate it when the fmc has only been there a week and is all of a sudden calling their home her home, professing love, and general forcing her way into everything. Lust is not love. Love takes time to write and grow and in my opinion insta-love is just the author pressing the easy button.
The mmcs are likeable and I’m guessing they’ll each get a book? Not sure if it’s me or the author not having the fmc better fleshed out but I find most below to average books tend to have a unlikeable, poorly written fmc but amazing mmcs.
The spice is, ok.
I’ll read the next books, probably. I am not sure I’ll enjoy them. The Cainsville series by Kelley Armstrong does Slaugh, The Wild Hunt, and fae BEAUTIFULLY. It’s a much better read. It has little to no spice by the plot is out of this world.
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