The Encanto's Curse

The Encanto's Daughter #2

by Melissa de la Cruz

The vampire queen must break her curse in this YA romantasy inspired by Filipino folklore, a sequel to The Encanto’s Daughter by #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz!

A curse has befallen Biringan. Stalking the night sky and sinking sharp teeth in its prey, a vampire-like creature—a manananggal—is terrorizing the kingdom. Now MJ Robertson-Rodriguez must fulfill her duties as the newly crowned queen and restore peace. Except . . . when MJ wakes up in tattered clothes stained with blood, she quickly realizes the monster lives within her.
To prevent more destruction, MJ flees to Mount Makiling with select members of her court, all while keeping her curse secret. By her side is Lucas, the talented knight who broke her heart by giving his own to another. And there’s Prince Qian, the devilishly handsome monster hunter from the Jade Empire who's visiting on a diplomatic mission.
In the mountains, MJ is charmed by Qian's valiant spirit. Could he be the one to finally mend her broken heart, which still beats for Lucas? But as the manananggal fills MJ with bloodthirst, she must set love aside and break the curse before it consumes her forever.
    When a neighboring kingdom threatens to wage war on Biringan, can the young queen regain control of herself before she loses control of the crown?

Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult, Mystery, Fiction, Audiobook, Magic

352 pages, Hardcover

First published March 4, 2025

About the author

Melissa de la Cruz is the New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of many critically acclaimed and award-winning novels for teens including The Au Pairs series, the Blue Bloods series, the Ashleys series, the Angels on Sunset Boulevard series and the semi-autobiographical novel Fresh off the Boat.

Her books for adults include the novel Cat’s Meow, the anthology Girls Who Like Boys Who Like Boys and the tongue-in-chic handbooks How to Become Famous in Two Weeks or Less and The Fashionista Files: Adventures in Four-inch heels and Faux-Pas.

She has worked as a fashion and beauty editor and has written for many publications including The New York Times, Marie Claire, Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Allure, The San Francisco Chronicle, McSweeney’s, Teen Vogue, CosmoGirl! and Seventeen. She has also appeared as an expert on fashion, trends and fame for CNN, E! and FoxNews.

Melissa grew up in Manila and moved to San Francisco with her family, where she graduated high school salutatorian from The Convent of the Sacred Heart. She majored in art history and English at Columbia University (and minored in nightclubs and shopping!).

She now divides her time between New York and Los Angeles, where she lives in the Hollywood Hills with her husband and daughter.

Reviews

[Pang Happy Holidays & Happy New Year =D]

"WEEEEEEZZZ!!!" 🌹😍✌

"And there’s Prince Qian, the devilishly handsome monster hunter from the Jade Empire who's visiting on a diplomatic mission."

I don't know who is this prince??? But I think I shipped him already!! HAHAHAHAHAAAAAA 🤣🤣 LOL!

[ashlyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️ This book had me in a chokehold from chapter one. MJ’s out here turning into a bloodthirsty monster and juggling royal drama and trying not to make out with two hot guys? Couldn’t be me.
Huge thanks to Melissa de la Cruz for sending me this chaotic, cursed, and completely addictive masterpiece.

[Drew's ambitious reading · Rating 4 out of 5]

This second installment of the ecanto's daughter was good but felt a bit rushed to me we have a trope in here I don't like which is forced marragie but it was kind of expected to be there you know. I do love me a good vampire storyline though that was totally different from anything I've read and of course loved the trials/competitions ascpet we had in here and this book has some LGBTQ+ character rep and I wasn't expecting that so that was a nice surpised overall a 3.5/5 stars almost a four but I feel like this can be a trilogy??
IS THERE MORE TO COME???

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow - what a thrilling continuation to the first of the series! As in the first, I loved the incorporation of Filipino folklore into the story as well as the introduction of MJ to the politics of running her kingdom. This story had everything – intrigue, fantasy, romance, folklore, cryptids – and, though it was fast-paced, I never felt lost or confused. Highly recommended but start with the first to get the full story. I can’t wait to see what happens next!

I received a copy from #NetGalley for an honest review.

[Chelsea · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for an honest review

The Encanto's Curse by Melissa de la Cruz is the first person-POV YA fantasy romance sequel to The Encanto's Daughter. Picking up several months where the previous book left off, MJ is still pining for Lucas who is now formally engaged to his childhood friend Amador. When a manananggal starts attacking MJ’s kingdom and she loses her magic, she has a lot more to reckon with than jealousy.

While the previous book was more of a romantic fantasy, this was a fantasy romance building off of what the previous book has established. As such, it doesn't quite follow the beats of the romance genre but the romance between MJ and Lucas and the love triangle between them and Qian, Nix’s older brother, are the drivers of the plot. MJ is attracted to Qian and she does try to move on with him while still being very much in love with Lucas mostly because of Lucas being trapped by his own engagement. I thought it was reasonable for her to try to find love elsewhere since she can't have who she wants, but I know some readers of romance like fairly strict monogamy.

Amador is a lot more fleshed out in this book than in the previous one. In the first story, she was a mean girl who didn't have a whole lot of nuance to her character because of her possessiveness of Lucas and the limited page time that we had. Here, we see her difficult home life, particularly with her mother, and her motivations for wanting to marry Lucas which touch on issues a lot of teens are facing in the world (having their true selves being rejected by a parent). While not every bully character or villain needs a redemption arc or a grand reason for why they're mean, I appreciated the difficult situation Amador is in and how she is going to have to unlearn attitudes picked up from her parents.

The pacing here is quite fast but I never felt lost. There is a very clear throughline on the page that is easy to follow even when we're going at a breakneck pace. Melissa de la Cruz knows when to slow down, what details to flesh out, and what can be glossed over without sacrificing legibility. I'd argue that the book is somewhat voice-driven and if the voice works for you and keeps you engaged, it's a lot easier to keep track of those various threads.

I would recommend this to fans of The Encanto's Daughter who wanted to know what happened between MJ, Lucas, and Amador, fans of YA fantasy who want a less strict adherence to the romance genre conventions, and those looking for a YA with Filipino folklore

[Shani’s Shelves · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a solid continuation of the storyline that we were introduced to in The Encanto’s Daughter. It was nice to see MJ become queen and use her power for good, and I loved the Filipino setting and folklore. The love triangle between MJ, Lucas, and Qian added interest to the romantic plotline, and the mystery of the manananggal added excitement and suspense. It was very easy to guess who the manananggal was, what was causing it, and which boy MJ would pick, but I think that’s because this book was written for the younger YA audience. I enjoyed it, but I wouldn’t read it again.
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Read if you like:
▫️YA fantasy
▫️Filipino culture and mythology
▫️fairies, witches and magic
▫️court politics and intrigue
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Thank you to G. P. Putnam’s Sons, Penguin Teen, Melissa de la Cruz, and NetGalley for the ARC. I received an advanced copy for free, and am leaving this review voluntarily.
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[Bevany · Rating 5 out of 5]

The second installment of this fantasy series for fans of ya. I loved this book and the character growth and relationships featured. Our Mc has a journey of finding herself and saving her kingdom with the help of old and new friends. A great read for all fantasy readers.

[Victoria Etter · Rating 3 out of 5]

it was enjoyable and cute! it was quite an easy and fast read. I appreciated the love triangle, still had some juvenile writing. the speed of how the MC "realized" things about herself was way faster than I would've liked but it kept the book moving!

[Aggie · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Ashley - The Tattered Page · Rating 3 out of 5]

RATING: 3 out of 5 Enchanted Roses
ONE-WORD REVIEW: Unleashed

TAGLINE: The vampire queen must break her curse
OPENING LINE: I sprinted across the shore.

REVIEW:


Huge thank you to Penguin Teen for an ARC of 𝒯𝒽𝑒 𝐸𝓃𝒸𝒶𝓃𝓉𝑜’𝓈 𝒞𝓊𝓇𝓈𝑒!

𝒯𝒽𝑒 𝐸𝓃𝒸𝒶𝓃𝓉𝑜’𝓈 𝒞𝓊𝓇𝓈𝑒 is a lush, high-stakes YA fantasy that leans into Filipino folklore with a gothic twist. MJ’s transformation into a manananggal—a terrifying, bloodthirsty creature—is both literal and metaphorical. As she grapples with her dual identity and the mounting pressure of ruling Biringan, the story delivers a compelling blend of horror and political intrigue.

The romance simmers with tension. Lucas, the knight who broke her heart, remains a constant presence, while Prince Qian, a charming monster hunter, introduces a new dynamic. Though I don’t like love triangles, it does add a bit of mystery to who MJ would choose in the end, though some readers might find it less compelling than the rich world-building and folklore elements.

𝒯𝓇𝑜𝓅𝑒𝓈 & 𝐸𝓁𝑒𝓂𝑒𝓃𝓉𝓈
✨Monster transformation / body horror
✨Love triangle with royal stakes
✨Secret identity / hidden curse
✨Found family dynamics
✨Political intrigue and court drama
✨Filipino mythology: manananggal, encanto, Mount Makiling
✨Themes of self-control, sacrifice, and destiny

𝐹𝒾𝓃𝒶𝓁 𝓋𝑒𝓇𝒹𝒾𝒸𝓉: This sequel elevates the series with darker themes and a more intricate plot. If you enjoyed the first book's blend of romance and mythology, 𝒯𝒽𝑒 𝐸𝓃𝒸𝒶𝓃𝓉𝑜’𝓈 𝒞𝓊𝓇𝓈𝑒 offers a deeper dive into the complexities of power, identity, and love. It's a must-read for fans of culturally rich fantasy with a gothic edge.

Happy Reading!
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[Julie Witt · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Encanto's Curse is the second book in The Encanto's Daughter duology by Melissa de la Cruz. I enjoyed the first book very much and was looking forward to reading this one, hoping that it would be as good as the first. I can happily report that it was. MJ is a new queen and she's trying to find her way, and find out why she can't seem to call her magic to her anymore. She's also wondering about some crazy dreams she's been having, where she's a monster who craves blood and wants to tear anything with a heartbeat to pieces. When she finds out that there is a creature out attacking her subjects, just like the creature in her dreams, she puts 2 and 2 together and realizes that she's the monster here. She immediately sets out to find out what's happening to her, and why, and of course, that's when trouble shows up in the form of Prince Qian of the Jade Empire, and the brother of her best friend, Nix. She now has to deal with 2 crises, which is going to go about as good as you think it will.

While this was the second book in the series, it actually had a whole new feel to it, which worked so well with these characters and this author. The mystery was unique and engaging, the characters were well fleshed out and likeable, and the pacing was spot on. And, just like in The Encanto's Daughter, the world building was phenomenal!

All in all, this was a very satisfying conclusion to this story and I highly recommend it.

5/5 stars.

*** I would like to thank NetGalley, Penguin Young Readers Group, and Melissa de la Cruz, for the opportunity to read and review The Encanto's Curse.

[KMart Vet · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Encanto's Curse by Melissa de la Cruz is a wonderful sequel in the duology that ramps up the stakes and the feels to an entirely new level. Drawing deeply on Filipino folklore, this YA romantasy is a masterful blend of horror, drama, and love that will resonate with anyone who craves both heartache and hope.

After a killer cliffhanger from the first book, the story escalates quickly: MJ finds herself at odds with Lucas, the knight who once broke her heart, and new tension with Prince Qian, a devilishly handsome monster hunter from the Jade Empire. In the sequel, MJ—the newly crowned queen—is forced to confront a curse and the creature terrorizing her kingdom.

de la Cruz deepens the character relationships and enriches the world-building in this one. The stakes are higher, the drama is more intense, and the complex web of relationships—ranging from fierce romantic yearning to deeply loyal friendships—is explored with more depth. The infusion of horror elements and an expanded roster of Filipino mythology-inspired creatures makes every page fascinating!

While the story skews towards a younger YA audience, its themes of growth, self-discovery, and the importance of friendship transcend age, making it a fun read for anyone.

Thanks so much to Penguin Teen and Storygram Tours for the complimentary copy of both books. This review is voluntary and all opinions are my own.

[Paper Privateer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had mixed feelings about the first book, mostly that it had a lot of potential but wasn’t as good as it could have been. This book was more enjoyable for me, with a more engaging plot and interesting developments, but it still wasn’t as good as it could have been.

The characters in this book are more fully developed than they were in the first book. Many of the main characters are dealing with complex emotions

The biggest weakness in my opinion is how fast everything happens. A relationship goes from like to hate in sentences. A relationship goes from hate to allies in a paragraph. The big dangerous thing that she’s dealing with the entire plot is resolved in minutes and she skips away with it no longer being a problem. The massive international issues are resolved almost immediately. Because of how quickly things happen without development, I finished the book feeling unfulfilled.

I also didn’t think the romance in this book was particularly satisfying. The attempted love triangle doesn’t work well, and I didn’t like when two of the characters continued to have an unfaithful relationship. In the end, it’s made “okay” because of extenuating circumstances (being vague because of spoilers), but I still don’t think those circumstances that were revealed later made their actions acceptable.

It was a fun book overall, and I appreciate having a Filipino YA fantasy book. I wish the romance and relationship shifts have been done better, but it’s an enjoyable read.

[Alexis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Many thanks to Netgalley for this arc. I received this book in exchange for my honest review. My thoughts are entirely my own.


This is the second book in Melissa De La Cruz’s newest series. MJ is officially queen and just when things are looking up her best friend is almost kidnapped by her brother who is a monster killer and warrior. MJ has a terrible nightmare but doesn’t think anything of it until her nightmare turns out to come true. MJ finds out that her ancestor that nobody remembers had a similar thing happen to her and that if she didn’t find true loves kiss and get married before the full moon she would become a monster forever. MJ finds another love interest in Nix’s brother Quin who after discovering what MJ has become declares war against her kingdom and decides to ride the kingdom of their monster queen. Before the army comes to destroy MJ she figures out that her powers as an alchemist and turning things into other things were turning her into a monster and once she realized and forgave herself she was fully herself again. MJ and Lucas get engaged and Amador and Nix start dating at the end of the book. The kingdom is excited for the upcoming wedding except for Amador’s mother who tells MJ that she will rue the day that she stopped her daughter’s wedding.

[Lisa Noble · Rating 4 out of 5]

Melissa de la Cruz returns to the world of Biringan with the second in the Encanto's Daugher series.

MJ is now the queen of Biringan, but continues to struggle with harnessing her power. She is stinging from discovering that her love interest, Lucas, is marrying someone else. As a bonus, she is also being haunted by some pretty horrific nightmares of transformation into a monster.

The first book in this series underwhelmed me - it didn't seem to know if it was designed for Middle Grade or YA readers. This one works better. Lots of drama here that will appeal to YA readers - love triangles, relationships that aren't what they seem, hot guys with arrows, monsters, legends to be unraveled. I was originally a little thrown off by the lean into horror, but de la Cruz makes it work, and it's a stronger book for that lean. There is a pretty marvelous twist I wasn't expecting that strengthens the story as well.

As in the first book, this one features lots of Filipina culture, legends and food. The world is immersive and beautiful. I'd love to have students create visual impressions of the vacation palace in this book.

3.75 stars bumped up to 4.

[Danita · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Encanto's Curse is the 2nd book in the The Encanto's Daughter duology and takes place a few months after the first book left off. I found this story had a similar feel to the first one, though it had more romance involved. I'm not sure if I was completely a fan of the love triangle aspect, but it added a bit of mystery about how who she would end up with (though I had a pretty good idea of how that would go). I thought the ties to Filipino folklore were interesting, with the manananggal sounding downright terrifying. The book definitely didn't lack in action and excitement, so it kept me engaged and interested in the story. I was happy with how this series ended and liked that there were some directions the plot went that I didn't see coming.

Thank you to Penguin Young Readers Group, G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers, and NetGalley for the advance review copy of The Encanto's Curse! All opinions are completely my own and voluntary.

[Jamie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Melissa de la Cruz is truly the queen of Filipino YA romantasy, and I was beyond excited to discover this gem of a series/duology. Growing up, I was surrounded by Philippine folklore, so it was a joy to reconnect with many of the mythological creatures that kept me up at night as a kid. Ms. de la Cruz weaves an engaging, wholesome tale set within the rich tapestry of Philippine mythology, making for an incredibly fun and immersive read.

It’s such an addicting, binge-worthy read—I couldn't put it down! It was a fantastic continuation of *The Encanto’s Daughter*, and I found myself craving more. I really hope Ms. de la Cruz continues the series because I need more of Queen MJ and her thrilling adventures.

I’m giving it four and a half stars, rounded up to five.

Thank you to the Penguin group, Penguin Teen, and G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this book but it's definitely not my favorite Melissa de la Cruz book that I've ever read. If I'm being honest, I think this would have been better as a stand alone story. I liked the world but I think this book was a bit boring by comparison to the first book.

The love triangle was also a bit confusing and felt unnecessary. I really don't mean to say "this was too YA" because that's not what I think but I think I found myself frustrated with the main character's decision making at times but she is young - she's meant to make mistakes. I think this is an example of a YA book that is more suited to that age bracket. I think if I had read this as a teenager, I wouldn't have found myself nearly as frustrated with certain aspects because I wouldn't be looking at it from an adult's mindset. So, that being said, I did find parts frustrating but I think it's a me thing - it's because of my age and my own personal experiences - nothing to do with the writing.

Overall, my major issue with this book is that I think it could have easily been incorporated into the first book and felt superfluous. But, I did enjoy the world and the side characters - that's why it's still a four star read for me.

This is not the first Melissa de la Cruz book that I've read and it certainly will not be the last. I love her concepts and world building and plan to continue to read her books across any genres that she writes.

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[Valerie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was waiting for this book to come out and couldn't wait to read it! I was angry after how the previous book ended and really wanted answers and explanations. Without giving too much away, I was happy at how the book wrapped up and got the answers I needed. I really loved this book, and I was so addicted to it! I couldn't put it down! It was so intense. Reading this put me through an emotional roller coaster, that's for sure! I appreciated the Filipino mythology and folklore that this book presented, and I felt it also gave the reader a unique take on magic. I really love MJ and could really relate to her. I adore Lucas, even though he frustrated me as well. I was intrigued by Prince Qian, and I love Nix. Amador started growing on me, too. I really hope there's more to come in this universe! The book handled difficult themes well. I highly recommend this book!

ARC received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Mackenzi · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a good way to end a duology! The Encanto’s Curse follows where we left off in the Encanto’s Daughter. But there’s a huge twist this time, MJ realizes that she may be the manananggal that is terrorizing her own kingdom and she’s also dealing with the fact her boyfriend is engaged to someone else. I loved this entire book and MJ’s character got more appealing to me especially in this book, the little love triangle between her, Lucas and Qian was interesting to read and I would’ve never expected to learn more about Nix. Watching MJ try to break her curse was enjoyable and I’m sad to know that this is the end of this series because I love watching this world unfold. But I’m glad it ended the way it did.
Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin Group, Penguin Young Readers for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

[Mrs. Kenyon · Rating 4 out of 5]

MJ has recently been crowned queen, and her first duty is to bring peace. However, when she realizes that the creature attacking her kingdom is herself, she must learn why she has been cursed. MJ flees her court to get answers, but with a broken heart and no one she believes she can trust, she has her hands full. Can MJ break the curse before it takes over her forever? Will she be able to find love amid terror?

The Encanto’s Curse is the second book in The Encanto’s Daughter series. Although this story is the second in the series, readers could easily pick up this book and enjoy it as a stand-alone tale. The book does end with a satisfying conclusion, yet de la Cruz has created a world that has many possible stories available to be explored. The Encanto’s Curse is a fun read for those who like mythological tales.

[Kim Pet · Rating 4 out of 5]

“None of us are immune to change. But it’s how we accept and move with that change that we are truly able to find peace within to become our best selves.” MJ, as a newly appointed young Queen, has a long road ahead in finding herself both as a person and as a Queen. Amidst friendships, relationships, possible war and a quest to survive, MJ learns so much about herself in the process.
De La Cruz’s plot captured me early on and held me throughout MJ’s story. Her characters and their experiences held adventures and transformative wisdom that brought the story full circle. This is an excellent YA fantasy sequel to The Encantos Daughter, which I highly recommend.
*I received an arc from the publisher through NetGalley for an honest review

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so mad when I finished The Encanto's Daughter and had to wait for the explanations and resolution. That said, I was both looking forward to and dreading The Encanto's Curse, because I didn't know if I would be happy with how things turned out.

That said, I loved this book. While I am not familiar with the folklore that this duology is based off of, it was a fresh and interesting take on magic to me. I didn't know what to think of the "monster" in this book, but the resolution felt real and concrete, without going into detail, I can say that many people will find it relatable, I certainly did. As for the things that angered me in the first book, I can't tell you how they were resolved or if I was satisfied with it, but I am definitely glad this book lived up to expectations.

[Beth Mendelsohn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to Penguin Young Readers Group and NetGalley for this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

The story continues after MJ’s coronation as queen and still learning about her magic and trying to figure out why it’s so hard to use it. In addition, she has started having nightmares about a flying fanged monster terrorizing her kingdom, only to realize that the monster is her. MJ and her entourage, including best friend Nix, rival Amador, bodyguard Lucas, and Nix’s dashing monster-hunter brother Qian, decide to go to the Great House in the mountains, where MJ hopes the she can be healed. While there, MJ finds out there was another princess, Yara Liliana, erased from history, who also became a manananggal, and hopes to learn from her experience. Will MJ be able to break the curse before she becomes a manananggal forever?

I enjoyed this sequel just as much as the first. We learn more about the characters introduced in book 1. A great YA fantasy/romantasy and here’s hoping that the series continues.
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[Vanessa · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is pretty cute. I am not the intended audience for this series. I thoroughly admit that. This skews toward the younger YA audience, in my opinion. I appreciate the fact that the author is using cultural elements to create her own fantasy world. As this is the second in the series, I don't want to give a lot of detail in case of spoilers in the first book. I will say that this is quite a cute friend adventure with some romance thrown in. Once this got going, I basically devoured the second half of the book.

I received an ARC from the publisher, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.

[Joslyn Rosado · Rating 5 out of 5]

Melissa De La Cruz is one of my favorite authors and this one didn’t disappoint. I believe this is the conclusion to the Encanto’s Daughter. It follows MJ as she is now Queen and has been heartbroken over Lucas, who is betrothed to another. She becomes cursed. All of the emotions that she goes through as she tries to break the curse is so relatable to a first love heartbreak. There are secrets and betrayals, and of course found family with her best friend Nix. I love that Melissa brought in her Filipina culture into the story, even if it is fantasy. I would love to see artwork for all of the “monsters”.

[Adrianna Heaney-velu · Rating 4 out of 5]

“The Encanto’s Curse,” by Melissa De La Cruz

This was a solid read if you like the first one. It follows the same vibe and feel, and the characters play their parts exactly how I thought they would because of their personalities. I liked the relationship aspect in this book more than the last one for sure. It’s a perfect YA fantasy for readers who like plots driven more for self-growth of MC’s than heavy romance or tons of action and deep issues. 4 out of 5 stars.

-Magic
-Filippino Folklore

Thank you for the ARC, Netgalley.

[Katherine Bichler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Genre: YA Fantasy

Conclusion of a duology where the new queen is cursed and becomes a monster at night. She tries to hide the curse from everyone as she figures out a way to break it.

Fast paced, easy to read YA book. It had a little romance, where as the first book did not. The focus is on MJ figuring out how to break the curse and a few different budding relationships. The writing style was very easy to follow and her pacing is always really well done. Cute, HEA conclusion to the series.

✨Read if you like:
Curses, magic, political courts, YA romance, vampires, HEA, Filipino folklore

[Kat · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

Conclusion to The Encanto's Daughter duology, it was good, but could have been better. It has a lot of really unique plot points that were rushed and glossed over, the story need fleshing out. The romance aspects were also very rushed, and the story itself concluded way too fast and in such a neat & tidy way. I fully expected this to have a happy ending, being a YA Fantasy Romance, but every conflict was too easily wrapped up & in such simple ways, all in a few pages. It was still good I just wanted more.

Clean YA-Romance - just a few heavy kissing scenes

[LaWanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this sequel to The Encanto’s Daughter. It was an engaging and easy read, and I flew through the pages. While it could potentially be read as a standalone, I highly recommend starting with book one for the full experience. The story includes a bit of mystery that keeps you hooked until the satisfying resolution at the end.

I received an ARC from NetGalley, but all opinions are my own.