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Elven Council in Ashes
A war is coming. Truths come to light. Sacrifices must be made.
Ivy has always known that the Elven Council holds the fate of both humans and fair folk in their hands, but now their devious agenda threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. Trapped in a realm with an icy princess, deadly amulets, and fresh wounds, the least of Ivy's concerns might be her shattered heart—she may also lose her innate magic. Without a Gathering seed, Ivy won't survive long in either realm.
Orion has finally secured the acceptance and power he's craved all his life and stands at his father's side within the elite ranks of the court. Though he's where he has longed to be, he finds himself torn between the family he's always wanted and the elf maiden he has fallen for. His loyalties are shifting, and one wrong move could cost him everything.
Old prejudices are surfacing, poison is spreading, and allies and enemies are gathering. Ivy and Orion's love and loyalty might be the key to saving their worlds—or the spark that ignites their downfall.
Elven Council in Ashes is the second book in the Alysatraee duology. A story of redemption, fighting when you need to and finding contentment when you don't, and sacrifices that lead to happily ever afters.
Ivy has always known that the Elven Council holds the fate of both humans and fair folk in their hands, but now their devious agenda threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. Trapped in a realm with an icy princess, deadly amulets, and fresh wounds, the least of Ivy's concerns might be her shattered heart—she may also lose her innate magic. Without a Gathering seed, Ivy won't survive long in either realm.
Orion has finally secured the acceptance and power he's craved all his life and stands at his father's side within the elite ranks of the court. Though he's where he has longed to be, he finds himself torn between the family he's always wanted and the elf maiden he has fallen for. His loyalties are shifting, and one wrong move could cost him everything.
Old prejudices are surfacing, poison is spreading, and allies and enemies are gathering. Ivy and Orion's love and loyalty might be the key to saving their worlds—or the spark that ignites their downfall.
Elven Council in Ashes is the second book in the Alysatraee duology. A story of redemption, fighting when you need to and finding contentment when you don't, and sacrifices that lead to happily ever afters.
- GenresFantasy
393 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 7, 2025
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January 1, 2025
Epic conclusion for Ivy and Orion!!
Epic conclusion to the intrigue and suspense in this Duology!
Ivy and Orion's story is at an end and it makes me so sad! Probably because I want more of the sizzling tension, the epic suspense and stakes in the story, and the swoony moments.
This book was a rollercoaster of epic fantasy proportions and I never knew what was going to happen next. The foreshadowing was beautiful while still allowing surprise plot twists to take place, surprising me at every turn.
The romance was swoony, as the tension of the story tore them apart, put them back together.
I loved the increase of side character perspectives, specifically Magdud's character. She's my favorite and I want more of her in future books (I want more of these books).
This world is beautiful and I love the Alysatree lore, and history beautifully woven in that gives me enough to be satisfied but also leaves me with questions and wanting to read more of this world.
Sensing a theme? I need more.
Loved this epic romantic fantasy book.
It was amazing!
Also that teaser chapter for the next book 😍😍 I. Want. It. Now.
💋Kisses only
⚠️grief, some brief violence, and lots of punky characters you want to beat with a candlestick in the fae library
Epic conclusion to the intrigue and suspense in this Duology!
Ivy and Orion's story is at an end and it makes me so sad! Probably because I want more of the sizzling tension, the epic suspense and stakes in the story, and the swoony moments.
This book was a rollercoaster of epic fantasy proportions and I never knew what was going to happen next. The foreshadowing was beautiful while still allowing surprise plot twists to take place, surprising me at every turn.
The romance was swoony, as the tension of the story tore them apart, put them back together.
I loved the increase of side character perspectives, specifically Magdud's character. She's my favorite and I want more of her in future books (I want more of these books).
This world is beautiful and I love the Alysatree lore, and history beautifully woven in that gives me enough to be satisfied but also leaves me with questions and wanting to read more of this world.
Sensing a theme? I need more.
Loved this epic romantic fantasy book.
It was amazing!
Also that teaser chapter for the next book 😍😍 I. Want. It. Now.
💋Kisses only
⚠️grief, some brief violence, and lots of punky characters you want to beat with a candlestick in the fae library
September 1, 2026
3.75 stars
The more I read from KJ, the more I realize I'm not a super fan of fantasy political intrigue.
However, the story was great!
The elves are tasked with keeping peace in the human realm. Their reward? Seeds to help them to heal and live long lives. However, what happens when diabolical elves want to shift the entire realm into a new power dynamic? Seekers happen. Humans who have tasted the elven seeds and now crave them. These humans are poisoned on elven seeds and are extremely dangerous hunting for more seeds and the elves who hold them. All part of an elaborate plan to shift the power from human to fully elven. And the fair realm is the only ones who can stop the transference of power. Or are they?
Enter Ivy. An elf who has spent her life on the run from Seekers. Orion, the captain of the guard who is more than he seems. Nym, the daughter of an elf ambassador. And Zel, a troll who loves to dabble in herbs! Can this motley crew take on the most powerful elves and fae in both realms and come out on top? Guess you have to read the duology to find out!
This is a completed duology.
Content: adult language, dragons, wyverns, tons of political intrigue, backstabbing (literally), war, battle, no gore, dryad magic, all the magical creatures, and a very subtle slow burn romance. Only kisses.
This was a fun read. I might read the synopsis before my next book just to make sure I'm steering away from political fantasy. But we'll see. Normally, I tend to jump in feet first!
The more I read from KJ, the more I realize I'm not a super fan of fantasy political intrigue.
However, the story was great!
The elves are tasked with keeping peace in the human realm. Their reward? Seeds to help them to heal and live long lives. However, what happens when diabolical elves want to shift the entire realm into a new power dynamic? Seekers happen. Humans who have tasted the elven seeds and now crave them. These humans are poisoned on elven seeds and are extremely dangerous hunting for more seeds and the elves who hold them. All part of an elaborate plan to shift the power from human to fully elven. And the fair realm is the only ones who can stop the transference of power. Or are they?
Enter Ivy. An elf who has spent her life on the run from Seekers. Orion, the captain of the guard who is more than he seems. Nym, the daughter of an elf ambassador. And Zel, a troll who loves to dabble in herbs! Can this motley crew take on the most powerful elves and fae in both realms and come out on top? Guess you have to read the duology to find out!
This is a completed duology.
Content: adult language, dragons, wyverns, tons of political intrigue, backstabbing (literally), war, battle, no gore, dryad magic, all the magical creatures, and a very subtle slow burn romance. Only kisses.
This was a fun read. I might read the synopsis before my next book just to make sure I'm steering away from political fantasy. But we'll see. Normally, I tend to jump in feet first!
December 30, 2024
Elven Council in Ashes is a perfect sequel to Elven House of Ivy. With surprises around every corner, this fast-paced page-turner grabbed me from the start. So much so that when I began reading it (at bedtime, of course), I thought the first chapter was strangely long....only to realize I was four chapters in and never noticed!
What I loved most about this second book in the Alysatraee series was that it brought me closer to secondary characters than expected. Here I am, the day after finishing it (in bed, after midnight, of course), and I miss Magdud, Rime, Nym, and Ash already...and am quite content with how Ivy and Orion's story concluded.
So, if you love stories with elves, dragons, subterfuge, good winning over evil, fighting, torture, revenge (and yes, this is a little bit of a kissing book), twists, turns, and more, I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did!
And if you haven't read Elven House of Ivy, grab them both and dig in!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
What I loved most about this second book in the Alysatraee series was that it brought me closer to secondary characters than expected. Here I am, the day after finishing it (in bed, after midnight, of course), and I miss Magdud, Rime, Nym, and Ash already...and am quite content with how Ivy and Orion's story concluded.
So, if you love stories with elves, dragons, subterfuge, good winning over evil, fighting, torture, revenge (and yes, this is a little bit of a kissing book), twists, turns, and more, I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did!
And if you haven't read Elven House of Ivy, grab them both and dig in!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 20, 2025
Epic Fantasy with Romance, Treachery, and Intrigue
This story has lots of action. It is the second part of a duology that must be read in order. Ivy is fighting for her life, and for peace in the realms. Not everyone wants peace, so she and Orion, the man she loves are battling the evil forces that did not want them to succeed. If you like action-packed fantasy romance, with dragons, elves, and all manner of creatures, you might like this epic fantasy. It will keep you on your toes.
This story has lots of action. It is the second part of a duology that must be read in order. Ivy is fighting for her life, and for peace in the realms. Not everyone wants peace, so she and Orion, the man she loves are battling the evil forces that did not want them to succeed. If you like action-packed fantasy romance, with dragons, elves, and all manner of creatures, you might like this epic fantasy. It will keep you on your toes.
March 1, 2025
absolutely amazing!
While I’m so sad Ivy and Orions story is over, I love that they got their happily ever after!
This was such a great book. So many twists and turns, I could not put it down!
I love K.J.’s ability to weave political intrigue and romance and everything in between. She truly has a gift!
And that ending! Was that who I think it is?! Mind blown. Can’t wait for the next books in this world!
While I’m so sad Ivy and Orions story is over, I love that they got their happily ever after!
This was such a great book. So many twists and turns, I could not put it down!
I love K.J.’s ability to weave political intrigue and romance and everything in between. She truly has a gift!
And that ending! Was that who I think it is?! Mind blown. Can’t wait for the next books in this world!
January 22, 2025
Packed with adventure
Such believable characters that are striving to save everyone. Twists and turns abound. Slow burn, clean romance. Ivy, Orion and their allies develop a very complicated plan that depends on on all the pieces falling into place at the right time.
Such believable characters that are striving to save everyone. Twists and turns abound. Slow burn, clean romance. Ivy, Orion and their allies develop a very complicated plan that depends on on all the pieces falling into place at the right time.
January 9, 2025
The romance was spellbinding, and the worldbuilding was amazing. Love me a good final battle.
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