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Folkloric #3
Folkloric Ruse
I've always known my partner has a dark side, but I've just discovered he's pure evil.
I’ve fully committed to being a Keeper of the Bounds between the fae and human realms, but I have to admit, I’m struggling to trust my partner, Lucas. We really didn’t have the best start, not to mention he’s so secretive, and it doesn’t help that I’m unnerved by the attraction between us.
On top of that, the bounds are splitting, the cracks of dark oblivion growing by the day. We have to put a stop to their expansion right now, because the consequences would mean the end of, well… everything.
Thinking his family may be involved, Lucas heads to Grimmere, his fae homeland, to find out what’s going on. Does he wan’t my help? Nope. I have strict instructions to stay home and look after things here, which only adds to my general distrust.
But when a reliable source informs me that Lucas’s life is in perilous danger, I have no choice but to head to Grimmere. What I find there leaves me reeling. I now know who and what my partner is, and it’s blacker than sin.
I’ve fully committed to being a Keeper of the Bounds between the fae and human realms, but I have to admit, I’m struggling to trust my partner, Lucas. We really didn’t have the best start, not to mention he’s so secretive, and it doesn’t help that I’m unnerved by the attraction between us.
On top of that, the bounds are splitting, the cracks of dark oblivion growing by the day. We have to put a stop to their expansion right now, because the consequences would mean the end of, well… everything.
Thinking his family may be involved, Lucas heads to Grimmere, his fae homeland, to find out what’s going on. Does he wan’t my help? Nope. I have strict instructions to stay home and look after things here, which only adds to my general distrust.
But when a reliable source informs me that Lucas’s life is in perilous danger, I have no choice but to head to Grimmere. What I find there leaves me reeling. I now know who and what my partner is, and it’s blacker than sin.
360 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 31, 2024
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Karenza Grant
8 books74 followersKarenza Grant writes folklore-inspired fantasy of all kinds, often with delectable slow-burn romance.
Her early years in Cornwall were largely the source of her fascination with all things mysterious. She lived below a hill reputed to be the Cornish residence of the Unseelie Court, and the local myths got their claws in. Now she’s inspired by a broad range of creators, from Jim Henson and Arthur Rackham to a whole host of amazing contemporary authors.
She has three black cats known as The Three Guardians, and a crazy lab x spaniel who is just about the only thing that can extract Karenza from her writing desk—if the pooch isn’t walked, the legions of hell will be released.
Her early years in Cornwall were largely the source of her fascination with all things mysterious. She lived below a hill reputed to be the Cornish residence of the Unseelie Court, and the local myths got their claws in. Now she’s inspired by a broad range of creators, from Jim Henson and Arthur Rackham to a whole host of amazing contemporary authors.
She has three black cats known as The Three Guardians, and a crazy lab x spaniel who is just about the only thing that can extract Karenza from her writing desk—if the pooch isn’t walked, the legions of hell will be released.
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July 1, 2024
This installment takes us to Lucas’ home in Fae, where Camille learns more about Lucas, his family and the evil trying to tear apart the world. Loved getting to know Lucas better, and seeing his partnership with Camille grow and strengthen. We get to meet new characters, learn more about Fae, and see the characters we know grow. Well written story, with vivid description, immersed in French, a great addition to the series.
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I received a free copy of this book and I’m voluntarily leaving a review
July 7, 2024
Third book in this wonderful series. Read the books in order. Urban fantasy with a French setting. Action packed, lots of humour, magic potions, and a selection of characters to entertain - cheer with or boo. The border between human and Fae realms continues to be challenged. As does Camille’s relationship with Lucas. She can’t make up her mind about her feelings for him. Maybe being introduced to his family will help her decide. Then again maybe not as she soon finds out that they are completely dastardly and up to what could only be described as possibly catastrophic deeds. Honesty is going to be her best ally. Thank you to Karenza Grant for the ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.
December 30, 2025
This is the third in the Folkloric series. I borrowed this one on Kindle unlimited to read while I listened. I received a copy of the audiobook for free for review purposes, but I would have been happy to purchase a copy with my own credits. The audiobook really helps with the French words and the names of the folklore aspects.
In book one we were introduced to Camille and Lucas and an interesting idea that Folklore and Real Life could both be real and co-exist in a small area of France. Camille already had a lot on her plate with her sick Grandfather, keeping their farm running, her job in the cafe and her folklore research without Lucas adding folklore being real to the mix.
In book two Camille and Lucas had a summer adventure with the project and realised the realities and difficulties that come from trying to adapt to blending reality and fae while learning to trust someone.
In this third story, we meet Lucas's family and the series storyline plays a secondary role to the character development and while I am fine with that, it made the start of this book really confusing. We start off book three with Camille talking about a man, and the tone makes it seem like we have already been introduced to this person. I assumed my attention had drifted and restarted the audiobook only to be more confused. So I went back to re-read the end of book two and realised that nope this person has never been mentioned. Luckily I was willing to go along for the ride and hope it would be explained.
Camille is starting to frustrate me a little because we never seem to get a clear picture of her. In book one she was willing to risk everything for family. In book two she was consumed with the project. In book three she has trust issues and shows that she is much more concerned about her own feelings and emotions than about the Fae, her family or her friends. Grampi has been almost forgotten about in this one so has Camille's job in the cafe and her research project. She is annoying me to be honest but I am still willing to believe she can be redeemed in the two remaining books in the series.
The ironic part is that the author has done a much better job of humanizing the non human character in Lucas. After meeting Lucas's family we can understand his history and motivations a bit better. While Camille seems to prefer to always think the worst of Lucas, he demonstrates that he is actually one of the most trustworthy characters in the series. Lucas's brother is awful and I liked that Camille was able to use her skills to get a measure of revenge for his actions.
Side characters, I quite like Gabe but I am not sure the addition of Nora really lends much. I would like to see more of the people who have inspired Lucas's loyalty like Wortle. I kind of missed the Men of Bedeilhac in this one, they are such a fun part of who Lucas is.
I am hoping that the changes that happened at the end of this book will fix Camille's issues going forward. I will be adding book four to my to be read list as soon as the audiobook is available.
In book one we were introduced to Camille and Lucas and an interesting idea that Folklore and Real Life could both be real and co-exist in a small area of France. Camille already had a lot on her plate with her sick Grandfather, keeping their farm running, her job in the cafe and her folklore research without Lucas adding folklore being real to the mix.
In book two Camille and Lucas had a summer adventure with the project and realised the realities and difficulties that come from trying to adapt to blending reality and fae while learning to trust someone.
In this third story, we meet Lucas's family and the series storyline plays a secondary role to the character development and while I am fine with that, it made the start of this book really confusing. We start off book three with Camille talking about a man, and the tone makes it seem like we have already been introduced to this person. I assumed my attention had drifted and restarted the audiobook only to be more confused. So I went back to re-read the end of book two and realised that nope this person has never been mentioned. Luckily I was willing to go along for the ride and hope it would be explained.
Camille is starting to frustrate me a little because we never seem to get a clear picture of her. In book one she was willing to risk everything for family. In book two she was consumed with the project. In book three she has trust issues and shows that she is much more concerned about her own feelings and emotions than about the Fae, her family or her friends. Grampi has been almost forgotten about in this one so has Camille's job in the cafe and her research project. She is annoying me to be honest but I am still willing to believe she can be redeemed in the two remaining books in the series.
The ironic part is that the author has done a much better job of humanizing the non human character in Lucas. After meeting Lucas's family we can understand his history and motivations a bit better. While Camille seems to prefer to always think the worst of Lucas, he demonstrates that he is actually one of the most trustworthy characters in the series. Lucas's brother is awful and I liked that Camille was able to use her skills to get a measure of revenge for his actions.
Side characters, I quite like Gabe but I am not sure the addition of Nora really lends much. I would like to see more of the people who have inspired Lucas's loyalty like Wortle. I kind of missed the Men of Bedeilhac in this one, they are such a fun part of who Lucas is.
I am hoping that the changes that happened at the end of this book will fix Camille's issues going forward. I will be adding book four to my to be read list as soon as the audiobook is available.
July 2, 2024
The Dark side of Fae
A brilliantly written UF read (the series keeps getting better), set in a small village the south of France. With folklore, magic, humor, family and friendships, action, adventure, great characters, a dash of romance and an army of tiny men with axes who live for pillaging and a good fight (though they're very polite).
This follows on nicely from "Folkloric Lure" with Camille settling into her training as a Keeper. After a fight with his brother, Elivorn, Lucas is called away to visit his family in Fae and tells her to stay at home, but when she gets a warning from Mushum that Lucas' life is in danger she knows she has to find away to help him, though when she gets to Grimmere where his family live she's not prepared for what she discovers.
Lucas hasn't been entirely truthful about who he is but he had been honest that uninvited guests don't last long. His solution is for them to pretend to be mates, though you get the feeling that he isn't entirely acting. But what are his family up to with the Bounds and, ignoring her attraction for him, can Camille trust Lucas?
I loved how we learn more about Lucas and his Drac family in this (the sibling rivalry is brilliant); as well as meeting new characters, learning about different Fae and watching characters and relationships grow. I also love how the tension between Lucas and Camille is growing, as well as the moments of humor (particularly the mix-up with the potions).
Another great story by Karenza, with a huge mix of fae, goblins, elfs, and other creatures; and not forgetting the Men of Bedeilhac.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A brilliantly written UF read (the series keeps getting better), set in a small village the south of France. With folklore, magic, humor, family and friendships, action, adventure, great characters, a dash of romance and an army of tiny men with axes who live for pillaging and a good fight (though they're very polite).
This follows on nicely from "Folkloric Lure" with Camille settling into her training as a Keeper. After a fight with his brother, Elivorn, Lucas is called away to visit his family in Fae and tells her to stay at home, but when she gets a warning from Mushum that Lucas' life is in danger she knows she has to find away to help him, though when she gets to Grimmere where his family live she's not prepared for what she discovers.
Lucas hasn't been entirely truthful about who he is but he had been honest that uninvited guests don't last long. His solution is for them to pretend to be mates, though you get the feeling that he isn't entirely acting. But what are his family up to with the Bounds and, ignoring her attraction for him, can Camille trust Lucas?
I loved how we learn more about Lucas and his Drac family in this (the sibling rivalry is brilliant); as well as meeting new characters, learning about different Fae and watching characters and relationships grow. I also love how the tension between Lucas and Camille is growing, as well as the moments of humor (particularly the mix-up with the potions).
Another great story by Karenza, with a huge mix of fae, goblins, elfs, and other creatures; and not forgetting the Men of Bedeilhac.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 16, 2024
**ARC READER REVIEW, ALL STATEMENTS AND OPINIONS ARE MY OWN**
“Folkloric Ruse” is yet another phenomenal continuation to the world of Folkloric and is an attention-grabbing third volume sweeping the reader through this new world and continuing strongly, delving further into the epic series. The prose is on point, the characters, endearing, and the plot... thickening! Savoureux! “Folkloric Ruse” is an enjoyable and entertaining read, with great world-building and great characters, and is an honest-to-goodness MUST READ!
Camille is a folklorist, first, last, always. But since being introduced into the realm beyond the Bounds, she’s even more enamored with the Fae and everything they bring to the world. Camille has found some recognition for her knowledge and research in folklore, but now she has bigger croissants to bake! Whiles she still lives on Grampi’s farm, helping out with the Supergoats, she still works in her best friend Alice’s mom’s pâtisserie, and she’s still trying to figure out how she feels about, and what to do with the town’s doctor, Lucas, her job as a Keeper of the Bounds with Lucas has come to the forefront of her attention.
The Bounds are in worse shape than ever, and Lucas has gone to visit his family in Grimmere. No big deal, right? Just the power center for his family of Dracs. No sweat! But when Mushum the goblin tells Camille that Lucas is in mortal danger, it’s time for her to get to know her (potential) Drac-in-laws, whether it kills her or not!
I received a free copy of this e-book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
“Folkloric Ruse” is yet another phenomenal continuation to the world of Folkloric and is an attention-grabbing third volume sweeping the reader through this new world and continuing strongly, delving further into the epic series. The prose is on point, the characters, endearing, and the plot... thickening! Savoureux! “Folkloric Ruse” is an enjoyable and entertaining read, with great world-building and great characters, and is an honest-to-goodness MUST READ!
Camille is a folklorist, first, last, always. But since being introduced into the realm beyond the Bounds, she’s even more enamored with the Fae and everything they bring to the world. Camille has found some recognition for her knowledge and research in folklore, but now she has bigger croissants to bake! Whiles she still lives on Grampi’s farm, helping out with the Supergoats, she still works in her best friend Alice’s mom’s pâtisserie, and she’s still trying to figure out how she feels about, and what to do with the town’s doctor, Lucas, her job as a Keeper of the Bounds with Lucas has come to the forefront of her attention.
The Bounds are in worse shape than ever, and Lucas has gone to visit his family in Grimmere. No big deal, right? Just the power center for his family of Dracs. No sweat! But when Mushum the goblin tells Camille that Lucas is in mortal danger, it’s time for her to get to know her (potential) Drac-in-laws, whether it kills her or not!
I received a free copy of this e-book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 1, 2024
Another wonderful book in the Folkloric series! In this book, Camille is now an official Keeper. She has been training with Lucas and Grampi in the human realm, but still does not have a lot of actual experience in Fae. After a huge fight between Lucas and his brother, Elivorn, Lucas tells Camille he needs to go to family home in Fae. He tells her she has to stay, but when she gets a warning that he is in grave danger she decides she needs to make the journey to save him. But she did not realize just how dangerous the journey or his family would be.
While in Grimmere, Camille is exposed to the very real danger from the drac family. She learns secrets Lucas has kept form her and is torn as to whether she should trust Lucas or not. The family is set on tearing the Bounds apart and someone close to Camille is pulled into the plot. There is a lot that happens in this book and I can't say much more without giving too much away!
I love learning all the new (to me) French folklore and history. It is woven together beautifully! And the tension between Camille and Lucas is definitely getting thicker (esp after Camille gives him the wrong potion!!!!) Still trying to deny her attraction to Lucas, she must decide whether she wants to trust him or not.
If you haven't started this series yet, I highly recommend going back and getting book 1! Another book that I can't wait to see where this goes! (Both the plot and the possible romance!)
While in Grimmere, Camille is exposed to the very real danger from the drac family. She learns secrets Lucas has kept form her and is torn as to whether she should trust Lucas or not. The family is set on tearing the Bounds apart and someone close to Camille is pulled into the plot. There is a lot that happens in this book and I can't say much more without giving too much away!
I love learning all the new (to me) French folklore and history. It is woven together beautifully! And the tension between Camille and Lucas is definitely getting thicker (esp after Camille gives him the wrong potion!!!!) Still trying to deny her attraction to Lucas, she must decide whether she wants to trust him or not.
If you haven't started this series yet, I highly recommend going back and getting book 1! Another book that I can't wait to see where this goes! (Both the plot and the possible romance!)
January 21, 2025
The Darker Side
This book took me on a darker, more intense journey into Lucas’s world and his family’s secrets. It reveals a side of Lucas I wasn’t prepared for—more complex, even unsettling at times—and it left me questioning his motivations and loyalties throughout.
I really felt for Camille in this instalment. Her trust issues are front and center, and I could feel her struggle as she tried to reconcile her preconceived image of Lucas with the reality of his actions. The doubts she’s wrestling with are so raw and relatable, and it made her journey even more compelling.
One thing I finally pieced together is Lucas’s deal with Camille. Even though she hasn’t figured it out yet, it’s so clear that his feelings for her go way beyond simple romantic infatuation. This realisation added so much depth to Lucas’s character for me, and I’m dying to see when—and how—Camille will connect the dots.
The darker tone in this book kept me hooked. As more secrets about Lucas’s family came to light, the stakes felt higher, and the tension between the characters kept me on edge. I also loved seeing Camille’s growth; she’s starting to confront her biases and realise that the world isn’t as black-and-white as she first thought.
It's fast-paced and emotionally charged, with plenty of twists and moral complexity. It’s definitely my favourite in the series so far, and I can’t wait to see where the story goes next.
This book took me on a darker, more intense journey into Lucas’s world and his family’s secrets. It reveals a side of Lucas I wasn’t prepared for—more complex, even unsettling at times—and it left me questioning his motivations and loyalties throughout.
I really felt for Camille in this instalment. Her trust issues are front and center, and I could feel her struggle as she tried to reconcile her preconceived image of Lucas with the reality of his actions. The doubts she’s wrestling with are so raw and relatable, and it made her journey even more compelling.
One thing I finally pieced together is Lucas’s deal with Camille. Even though she hasn’t figured it out yet, it’s so clear that his feelings for her go way beyond simple romantic infatuation. This realisation added so much depth to Lucas’s character for me, and I’m dying to see when—and how—Camille will connect the dots.
The darker tone in this book kept me hooked. As more secrets about Lucas’s family came to light, the stakes felt higher, and the tension between the characters kept me on edge. I also loved seeing Camille’s growth; she’s starting to confront her biases and realise that the world isn’t as black-and-white as she first thought.
It's fast-paced and emotionally charged, with plenty of twists and moral complexity. It’s definitely my favourite in the series so far, and I can’t wait to see where the story goes next.
July 9, 2024
The more I read in this series the better it gets!
I hadn’t been sure where the story would go next at the end of the last book (book 2). I was really looking forward to seeing where the story would take us next with Camille’s crumbling relationship with Alice, how she felt about becoming a keeper and of course wondering whatever would happen between her and Lucas next.
What has amazed me is how the author has opened up this world and run with it. We’re treated to an amazing expansion into the fae world, and written in such a way that of course it all feels so natural.
You can really see Camille’s development in this book, where she’s starting to trust in things that she wouldn’t have previously, and becoming more confident in her intuition, despite not always seeing the whole picture. And along the way she kicks some serious ass!
Learning more about Lucas has been both enjoyable and eye-opening, especially when it comes to Camille. We meet some more new characters along the way and learn more about some of the others we’ve met before, which really helps build the story into a much richer world.
Kareza Grant’s writing is so smooth and intuitive you get swept along in the narrative - I really didn’t want it to end.
I hadn’t been sure where the story would go next at the end of the last book (book 2). I was really looking forward to seeing where the story would take us next with Camille’s crumbling relationship with Alice, how she felt about becoming a keeper and of course wondering whatever would happen between her and Lucas next.
What has amazed me is how the author has opened up this world and run with it. We’re treated to an amazing expansion into the fae world, and written in such a way that of course it all feels so natural.
You can really see Camille’s development in this book, where she’s starting to trust in things that she wouldn’t have previously, and becoming more confident in her intuition, despite not always seeing the whole picture. And along the way she kicks some serious ass!
Learning more about Lucas has been both enjoyable and eye-opening, especially when it comes to Camille. We meet some more new characters along the way and learn more about some of the others we’ve met before, which really helps build the story into a much richer world.
Kareza Grant’s writing is so smooth and intuitive you get swept along in the narrative - I really didn’t want it to end.
July 2, 2024
Another excellent chapter in the beating of the fae bounds - otherwise known as the extermination of both fae and human worlds. A sly attempt to seduce Camille is thwarted violently by Lucas, resulting in mayhem in the cafe. Camille drags Lucas out of the mess, and discovers the embarrassing truth that her would-be seducer is Lucas's ill-intentioned brother in disguise, and using his fae powers.
The revelation of his family's involvement in a plot to sever the boundaries completely leads them into Grimere itself, where Lucas's family rule over the enslaved goblin population. Lucas claims that Camille is his mate, a guarantee of acceptance into his family, although not of safety from his older brother.
Chaos is already guaranteed by the sneaky pursuit of two trainees, curious and unprepared for danger, walking straight into ambush. Rescued, they continue to pop up unexpectedly, and certainly unasked for, throughout the subsequent hunt for secret parchments, the rescue of Camille's estranged best friend, lying captive in a dungeon, and the evasion of seduction by the persistent brother.
The finale has fireworks involved.
The revelation of his family's involvement in a plot to sever the boundaries completely leads them into Grimere itself, where Lucas's family rule over the enslaved goblin population. Lucas claims that Camille is his mate, a guarantee of acceptance into his family, although not of safety from his older brother.
Chaos is already guaranteed by the sneaky pursuit of two trainees, curious and unprepared for danger, walking straight into ambush. Rescued, they continue to pop up unexpectedly, and certainly unasked for, throughout the subsequent hunt for secret parchments, the rescue of Camille's estranged best friend, lying captive in a dungeon, and the evasion of seduction by the persistent brother.
The finale has fireworks involved.
April 14, 2025
This time around, Camille and Lucas are establishing themselves as Keepers of the Bounds and their partnership is going from strength to strength.
While Camille struggles with her best friends ignorance of the fae world, Lucas leaves on a quick trip to Grimmere. Until a reliable source reveals that his life is at stake and the only one who can save him is Camille.
Cue action, adventure, political intrigue, and even (dare I say it) an exploit to rival some romantasy plots out there!
My favourite thing about this book was how deftly Karenza guided the change from the modern world to Grimmere and all the worlds of Fae in between. Normally, I find the journey to Fae to be jarring, to some degree, in urban fantasy books, even though I like it. In this book, it was incredibly smooth and natural.
I also loved the plot line with its twists and turns. I almost never knew how Camille and Lucas were going to pull it off - until they did.
I loved this book so much. In fact, I’d argue it is one of the best in the series so far.
The fascinating dive into Lucas’ origins. Camille’s struggles with trust and friendship. The slow-burn between the two of them. All while their lives, and so many others, are on the line. Plus, the insight into the magic and political system is top notch.
My favourite quote in this book comes from a confidante of Lucas’. Camille’s struggling with placing her trust in someone. I loved the flip of the concept, from trust to mistrust and the damage it can do. It was insightful and really made me think.
Karenza knows how to grab your heart and hold onto it for the whole, long, emotional ride. And then, with the way she ends things, it’s no wonder I can’t help but dive straight into the next book.
In this case, it’s Book 4, ✨Folkloric Trickery✨ and gosh, am I excited to see what happens next!
While Camille struggles with her best friends ignorance of the fae world, Lucas leaves on a quick trip to Grimmere. Until a reliable source reveals that his life is at stake and the only one who can save him is Camille.
Cue action, adventure, political intrigue, and even (dare I say it) an exploit to rival some romantasy plots out there!
My favourite thing about this book was how deftly Karenza guided the change from the modern world to Grimmere and all the worlds of Fae in between. Normally, I find the journey to Fae to be jarring, to some degree, in urban fantasy books, even though I like it. In this book, it was incredibly smooth and natural.
I also loved the plot line with its twists and turns. I almost never knew how Camille and Lucas were going to pull it off - until they did.
I loved this book so much. In fact, I’d argue it is one of the best in the series so far.
The fascinating dive into Lucas’ origins. Camille’s struggles with trust and friendship. The slow-burn between the two of them. All while their lives, and so many others, are on the line. Plus, the insight into the magic and political system is top notch.
My favourite quote in this book comes from a confidante of Lucas’. Camille’s struggling with placing her trust in someone. I loved the flip of the concept, from trust to mistrust and the damage it can do. It was insightful and really made me think.
Karenza knows how to grab your heart and hold onto it for the whole, long, emotional ride. And then, with the way she ends things, it’s no wonder I can’t help but dive straight into the next book.
In this case, it’s Book 4, ✨Folkloric Trickery✨ and gosh, am I excited to see what happens next!
June 28, 2024
This is France-based Urban fantasy at its most fun. (Trying saying that 10 times fast – I’ll wait) – Countryside fantasy? Anyway… it continues the story from the first 2 books and Our Heroine, Camille, her ‘partner’ Lucas and the rest of the gang are in fine form. We’re not restricted to France though and we get to see Lucas’s home place.
More will ruin the surprises, but Cain and Abel have nothing on his sibling rivalry! And of course others are drawn into this.
I loved the pacing and story development. And of course, the characters. Author Grant does a nice job further developing them and show how actions from one impact the others. I really enjoyed this third book and can’t wait for the fourth. (hint, hint)
Side note - I really like the depictions of various mythologicals and especially Slaughter and his crew.
I read an ARC of this book and choose to review it.
More will ruin the surprises, but Cain and Abel have nothing on his sibling rivalry! And of course others are drawn into this.
I loved the pacing and story development. And of course, the characters. Author Grant does a nice job further developing them and show how actions from one impact the others. I really enjoyed this third book and can’t wait for the fourth. (hint, hint)
Side note - I really like the depictions of various mythologicals and especially Slaughter and his crew.
I read an ARC of this book and choose to review it.
June 28, 2024
This is my favorite book in the series so far. Action/adventure and demons to be fought. Camille is now a full fledged keeper. She has accepted her role and fights with all she has. She wants to keep the boundry between the human and fae world intact but there is evil that wants to bring it down. Camille struggles with her trust of the other main character Lucas. She is must enter the fae world and save Lucas from certain death. What shes finds is not what she expects and now she really doesn't know what to think of her partner. She fights will everything she can to save her friends and save the world.
I am absolutely loving the flow and world building of this series. I can't want to find out where it goes next!
Triggers: some brief force and implied force that is fought off
I am an Arc reader for this book and it is expected to be published August 31.
I am absolutely loving the flow and world building of this series. I can't want to find out where it goes next!
Triggers: some brief force and implied force that is fought off
I am an Arc reader for this book and it is expected to be published August 31.
July 14, 2024
We get some answers in this one and of course we get some new questions. The bulk of this story is set in Fae at Lucas’ family estate so we get to meet his family and friends. Most importantly, we get some details about his background and who he is. Camille who has been questioning everything from the start and struggling with her friendship and her partnership finally sees those bonds strengthen and snap fully into place within her new life as a Keeper. There are some spots in the story where the pacing was slow and while it seemed to make the story drag a bit I had to remember that this is the first book in the series set almost completely in Fae. So we are getting more world building and in a world this complex slow is better. At some a glossary may be helpful to keep up with the different types of fae and their basic characteristics. I can’t wait for the next book!
July 6, 2024
Another great book from Karenza in this folkloric fae series. As Lucus heads to his home for answers, Camille is left back to keep things secure. But then there is a message that Lucus is in trouble and Camille is the only one that can save him. As Camille sets off to save her partner, she is also hoping to learn more about him and his true nature. Whoa boy, does she find out the truth on all accounts. From hiding from hunting parties to formal dinners with his family, this is a full contact visit. She has to use every skill she's learned plus every ounce of her intuition to know who to trust in such a dark and treacherous place. With new friends as well as old to protect, it's hard to come by the one thing she needs to do, trust Lucus.
"No matter what, trust me."
"No matter what, trust me."
July 9, 2024
Karenza has hit this one out of the park. The World building in this series has been absolutely immense, but visiting Grimmere has really drawn us further into Fae with some amazing scenes from these not so far off places. The introduction of some New characters has really expanded the world that Camille and Lucas are fighting to keep safe. I have loved reading this series and this one in particular kept me up till way later than I should have been up reading until. But honestly is there anything better, in the dark, reading something you are fully immersed in. Karenza is also great at making me think I know what's going on and then completely pulling the rug from under me and I am so here for it. I cannot wait for more in this series. 10 out of 10 recommend.
July 10, 2024
I've had the amazing opportunity and pleasure to be an ARC reader for every book in this series and this one hasn't disappointed me, Karenza has this amazing ability to grab me by the thoracic cavity at the start of her books and not letting me go until the very last word of it.
This time she introduces us to Lucas's family and the goblins who had a hand in his upbringing and how Camille reacts to meeting them all for the first time is quite interesting and am so glad that the gulf between Camille and her bestie has finally been resolved and that they're back to being how they had been pre-keeper and can't wait for the final book to come out, but am sad to see it end so soon 4 books plus the prequel short story/novella as I'm not sure which she called it just doesn't like enough
This time she introduces us to Lucas's family and the goblins who had a hand in his upbringing and how Camille reacts to meeting them all for the first time is quite interesting and am so glad that the gulf between Camille and her bestie has finally been resolved and that they're back to being how they had been pre-keeper and can't wait for the final book to come out, but am sad to see it end so soon 4 books plus the prequel short story/novella as I'm not sure which she called it just doesn't like enough
July 11, 2024
An excellent urban fantasy book for lovers of fae fantasy. This was my first foray into Karenza Grant's works, and I will be picking up the previous books in the series to catch up on what I've missed. The book deals with some of the darker aspects of fae, and doesn't shy away from characters getting hurt or killed. The stakes definitely felt real and I didn't know how things would end. I loved all the family dynamics and political intrigue in Grimmere (the fae lands) and it will be interesting to see where it goes in the future after the events at the end of this book. I would recommend this book for fans of Seanan McGuire and her October Daye series. I received an ARC of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 25, 2024
Camille is trying hard to fully accept her role as a keeper. Though with trust and friendship struggles, she faces a challenge when she is suddenly forced to enter the birthplace of her partner. A dark land that feeds on her inner turmoil. Her ability to trust is tested and her many budding friendships and long time friendships are shaped in the third installment. A great addition to the series. Unlike the first two books where climatic fighting and battling kept you invested, this book using suspense to keep you reading. This change was perfect to help build the characters more and helps the reader really connect with all that is Camille and Lucas’s journey together.
July 7, 2024
This is the 3rd book in the series and they just keep getting better and better.The world building in this series is phenomenal and the characters are diverse and interesting.
In this book we discover more about Lucas"s background and family. Camille is now a keeper and training hard when Lucas has to return home to fae he tells Camille not to join him. Camille finds out his life is in danger so follows him and what she finds out makes her start to question her feelings.
It is important to read these books in order but I highly recommend that you give them a go. You really won't regret reading this fabulous series.
In this book we discover more about Lucas"s background and family. Camille is now a keeper and training hard when Lucas has to return home to fae he tells Camille not to join him. Camille finds out his life is in danger so follows him and what she finds out makes her start to question her feelings.
It is important to read these books in order but I highly recommend that you give them a go. You really won't regret reading this fabulous series.
July 8, 2024
Camille has decided to jump into her keeper role with both feet. Lucas' brother shows up and tries to seduce her, and it gets physical between the brothers. Then, Lucas tells Camille he's going to be in Fae for about a week. However, Mushum shows up and urges Camille to follow Lucus because he's in danger of dying. Camille follows and begins to learn more about Lucas than she could ever guess. But, the more she learns, the more she fears that she doesn't know enough and the less she trusts his true intent. This is another great story by Karenza Grant that continues to delight and reveal more about Camille and Lucas and how they are bound together in more ways than one.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 1, 2024
Its time to meet the potential future Drac-in-laws, because really, who wouldn’t want to enter the Fae lands to save Lucas, right after he tells her to stay at home and take care of the Bounds!? This Urban fantasy series just blows me away. Folkloric Ruse is the third book in the series and I have yet to decide if it’s the best – it certainly looks like it is. The humor, the action, a fae creatures, all whilst Camille is still working in the patisserie, living on Grampi’s farm, and committed to her role as Keeper of the Bounds.
Read it, and read it in order – believe me you will thank me for this tip!
Read it, and read it in order – believe me you will thank me for this tip!
February 18, 2025
A superb third volume by Author Karenza Grant
This is a third book in Karenza Grant’s well written and thoroughly cohesive escalating tale in the adventures of Camille, an amateur Folklorist; who uses her knowledge of local lore and legend through meticulous research, to land a dream summer job as assistant to a University Professor and her entourage, whom Camille must rescue, with the help of her fellow keeper Lucas.
It is taut, and from what I understand of classic mythology, a credible blending of well conceived fiction of the author’s own interweaving of crisply crafted narrative.
This is a third book in Karenza Grant’s well written and thoroughly cohesive escalating tale in the adventures of Camille, an amateur Folklorist; who uses her knowledge of local lore and legend through meticulous research, to land a dream summer job as assistant to a University Professor and her entourage, whom Camille must rescue, with the help of her fellow keeper Lucas.
It is taut, and from what I understand of classic mythology, a credible blending of well conceived fiction of the author’s own interweaving of crisply crafted narrative.
June 26, 2024
This is a much darker adventure for Camil and Lucas. After fighting with his brother, who used his incubus charms to try to seduce Camil, Lucas has to return to his fae home in Grimmere and Camil follows him. She meets the rest of his drac family and has to pretend to be his mate to explain her presence among them. She learns a lot about Lucas’ background – which doesn’t help her with her doubts about trusting him.
Once again, Karenza Grant has painted a rich tableau, drawing us back into Camil and Lucas’ world, where plots and sub-plots, deception and betrayal abound. An excellent read.
Once again, Karenza Grant has painted a rich tableau, drawing us back into Camil and Lucas’ world, where plots and sub-plots, deception and betrayal abound. An excellent read.
July 3, 2024
This was by far my favorite book in the series so far. I absolutely loved the chemistry between Camille and Lucas.
And Lucas' family ... Grant could have made them purely evil for evil's sake, but she didn't. She showed that there are two sides to everyone. Well, except Elivorn. He's just not a nice guy.
The setting was great. The group of goblins trying to make the world better was perfectly written.
This was just an all-around great read with so much potential for future books. I can't wait to see what happens next.
And Lucas' family ... Grant could have made them purely evil for evil's sake, but she didn't. She showed that there are two sides to everyone. Well, except Elivorn. He's just not a nice guy.
The setting was great. The group of goblins trying to make the world better was perfectly written.
This was just an all-around great read with so much potential for future books. I can't wait to see what happens next.
July 7, 2024
I absolutely love the progression of this book. The story continues to get better and better with each book in the series. Camille and Lucas continue to grow as partners. Also, I do believe there was definitely some foreshadowing, and if I'm correct, it makes me extremely happy, and I can't wait to see it play out. To address everything I love about this book would give too many key moments away. So, I will leave it short and simple, and say the book was fantastic, and I would recommend the series to anyone who loves a good fantasy/lore series.
June 29, 2024
Another fantastic read. I love all the indepth detail that goes into creating these stories, not my normal reading material, until I started this series, I find myself drawn more and more into its realm. Karenza's fabulous vocabulary keeps you right in the zone. The hope that good will come out of all the intriuge and mayhem makes me want to not put the book down and find out what is coming next. I am enjoying this series. What Next?? is my Question
July 7, 2024
This is a continuation of the series. The story picks up with a visit to Lucas' home and Camille finally learns more (both good and not-so-good) about his family and his drac side, while dealing with the bounds problem and her broken friendship with Alice. The story was action-packed with some dramatic, dark and emotional moments but there was humour as well to lighten the mood. I really enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to the next book.
August 10, 2024
This is a series I am really enjoying the array of characters are fenauminle ogres, fairys, elves, all sorts of fae.Family drama of every type you could imagine and more betrayal, lies distrust, and even murder attempts while trying to keep the from destroying mankind on one side and helping mankind with mankind on the other.It's an action packed, comical and endearing range of dangerous and menacing exploits to fallow along with. Acquire "Folkloric Ruse " book three today for hours of intriguing and enjoyable entertainment. Kat
August 11, 2025
This story gets better and better with each book. The story and characters are so unique and wonderfully written that you just want to devour each story. The tension between Lucas and Camille is sparking into a flame and I can’t wait to see what happens when it finally burns. This series is a must read!
The narrator is perfect in this role. Her voice acting is always above par and she pulls you into the story every time.
The narrator is perfect in this role. Her voice acting is always above par and she pulls you into the story every time.
September 16, 2025
Folkloric Ruse book 3 in The Folkloric series by Karenza Grant is another great addition to this series. This is a fun story with quirky characters that I couldn't stop listening to!! The story flows so well and the worldbuilding absolutely amazing! Liz May Brice does a fantastic job in bringing these wonderful characters to life! This series just keeps getting better, I can't wait for the next installment!
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