Agentin der Fae (Dark Fae FBI

Dark Fae FBI #4

by C.N. Crawford, Alex Rivers, Evelyne Schulz (Translator)

Ein Fae-Krieg steht bevor, und ich finde mich im Kreuzfeuer wieder. Mein Vater, der gnadenlose König der Unseelie-Fae, ist tot. Dies hätte ein Moment des Triumphs sein sollen, doch stattdessen verstecken wir uns in Roans Stadtvilla in London, um unseren alten Feinden, den Seelie-Fae, zu entgehen. Um zurückschlagen zu können, müssen wir die sechs Unseelie-Höfe vereinen, doch die jahrhundertealten Konflikte zwischen den Höfen machen dies zu einem schier unmöglichen Unterfangen.

Zu allem Überfluss hat niemand einen Grund, uns zuzuhö Schließlich bin ich nur eine Bastard-Pixie. Habe ich erwähnt, dass meine dunklen Kräfte verschwunden sind? Als wäre das nicht genug, muss ich entscheiden, ob ich für immer in der Menschenwelt oder bei Roan im Fae-Reich bleiben möchte. Sicher, er ist loyal und wunderschön, aber will ich wirklich den Rest meines Lebens in diesem Chaos verbringen? Als die Seelie unser Territorium bedrohen, ist es an der Zeit, herauszufinden, ob Roan und ich – Schrecken und Liebe – gemeinsam die Welt verändern können.

Genres: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Fae, Magic, Paranormal Romance, Romance, Paranormal

350 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 26, 2017

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C.N. Crawford are Wall Street Journal bestselling authors of romantasy books, including books with fae, demons, and magical academies.

We write fantasy romance, urban fantasy, and portal romance. Our books often include trials, banter, and enemies to lovers stories.

CN Crawford’s books are perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, K.F. Breene, and Laura Thalassa.

Note: We are actually two people--a former biologist (Nick) and a former school psychologist (Christine).

Reviews

[Just Josie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great ending! 👏

Guys, I cannot think about a time when I have devoured a full series this fast. I am not a “start to finish” kinda gal. I am the biggest mood reader, and I get so easily distracted, but not with this series. Quite honestly I have a hate/love relationship with endings. I want to know what happens, but I am also not ready to say goodbye to these characters.

Agent of Fae pulled me in and held my attention.
I loved the characters, I loved the world, and I loved the writing.

We got every emotion in the book.
Pain, love, fear, hurt, betrayal, friendship, confusion, lust, wraith and so much more.
And I wanted it.
I craved it.

Cassandra was so easy to like. Roan was just the perfect mix of arrogant jerk with redeeming qualities, and his story was so full of pain.

I was so utter happy with how it ended up.
Great story.
Love the Fae.
It was epic.

Not the last time you see me reading a Crawford book.

Read: 11/05/2020
1st rating: 4 stars
Genre/sub-genres: Fae/FBI/romance/adult/urban fantasy
Cover: 3 stars
POV’s: Single- 1st person - (Cassandra)
Will I recommend: Yes

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[Ms. Cyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great ending

I enjoyed this final piece in the series. I think Cassandra tried to not go over to the dark side as much as possible, however it looked like it took a lot of effort to not go evil. She is very good at killing. I loved the HEA and everything is nicely tidied up. The war was described well and it wasn't just swords clashing. I like that magic was a part of it. I would like to know what happens with the human govt though. I doubt that everything will continue as is. OverLl a great ending to a wonderful story.

[Al *the semi serial series skipper* · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a truly exceptional series from start to finish. I loved it. I did think things were going way differently after book two but luckily it didn't. I'll definitely be checking out more books from the author.

[Follow the Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Ce que j’aime dans cette série où les manigances pour le pouvoir s’enchainent donne aussi la part belle au développement des personnages et à leur évolution.

Cassandra est en phase de transition, elle accepte pleinement son côté pixie et le fait d’appartenir à un monde bien plus violent qu’elle ne l’imaginait. Cependant, elle n’est pas encore totalement maitresse de son don et surtout il faut qu’elle arrive à se débarrasser de ses peurs.

C’est un tome aussi où les alliances se forment au prix parfois fort et les auteurs ne nous épargnent pas tout comme Cassandra et Roan. J’avoue que j’ai été surprise de certains choix et en fait on rentre vraiment dans un jeu de stratège.

Niveau romance, elle se concrétise pleinement et c’est je pense le côté un peu léger de ce tome, car le reste n’est pas vraiment rose, pour un ultime opus on peut dire que ça bouge beaucoup. On retrouve aussi des personnages secondaire comme Scarlett et Alvin et j’avoue que j’aimerais beaucoup les suivre dans leurs aventures respectives.

Comme c’est le dernier de la série, il y aura aussi de nombreux choix pour notre duo qui auront des conséquences et encore une fois les auteurs aiment nous torturer psychologiquement.

Cassandra n’a beau pas être une fae en totalité, elle démontre une grande force tout en gardant ce côté attachante car faillible, elle doute, elle tente, elle bluffe mais elle ne lâche jamais l’affaire et ses compétences acquises au sein du FBI en font une négociatrice impressionnante. Roan s’ouvre un peu plus mais il a du mal a trouver un équilibre avec Cassandra. Elle ne connait rien aux uses et coutumes et il est parfois un peu déroutée par sa compagne. Mais j’ai adore voir la cours du désir et celle de la peur se mélanger si bien.

Une série géniale, j’ai accroché dès le début et je trouve que les auteurs ont eu une super idée de nous faire vivre tout ça à Londres. Ils ont su nous donner envie de tourner encore et encore les pages, d’en apprendre plus sur le monde des faes, leurs pouvoirs et aussi de découvrir Londres d’un autre œil.

Foncez c’est juste une pépite à lire.

[Henriette · Rating 3 out of 5]

The final book in the series. After killing the king of the Unseelie, the Seelie are invading. Cassandra and Roan must unite the six Unseelie courts, as that is the only chance of survival. Unfortunately, the stone of power was destroyed and Cassandra must find another way to reclaim her powers as Mistress of Dread.

Most of the book focuses on the romance between Cassandra and Roan and negotiating with the Seelie courts. However, a large part of that focuses on Cassandra's insecurities, either because of her missing powers, the PTSD after Abellio's torture and not being to able to decide, if she should accept Roan as her mate. Fearing for the safety of the human race is, of course, a very good reason for denying him, which makes it even more surprising when she says f*** it (or rather him) after about two-thirds of the book. She wasn't even present for all of the negotiations. The best parts of the story were, when Cassandra basically bluffed the Unseelie into compliance, with Grendel's fate being the absolute highlight of the book. I wish Crawford had focused more on that.

The romance with Roan was the typical soap opera roller coaster. At some point Scarlett - who has become shadier than she used to be, I never got a good vibe from her - asks Cassandra to share intel about the rulers of the Unseelie courts, to get back in their good graces. I was pleasantly surprised when the author didn't use that (unfinished) list, to incite some strife between Roan and Cassandra at the end. Though, there is the possibility that she forgot all about it.

While I was finishing that book it occurred to me that had there been an evil twin, this really would be a classic soap opera. But then, Siofra is almost an evil twin, so a soap opera it is. Maybe, they can get the narrator from Jane the Virgin to do the audiobook, then I might add another star.

Jokes aside, the book wrapped up the story nicely, but I still find the main characters about face to be dizzying. Throughout the series, Cassandra always viewed the fae as the villains and wanted to protect the humans from them. While she kept them from senselessly killing humans, there wasn't much of that regard left. Even her relationship with Scarlett seemed kind of forced in the end. I was always waiting for a betrayal to happen.

Not the best urban fantasy series I have ever read. Crawford can't hold a candle to authors such as Ilona Andrews or Patricia Briggs.

[Mooncat · Rating 2 out of 5]

I’m glad to be finished with this series. Which says it all, really. It was just good enough that I was curious to see how it ends, reading the entire series. The world would have been an interesting spin on the usual fae stories if it hadn’t focused so much on the war first within the Unseelie court and the with the Seelie. And darkness. So much darkness everywhere. Yes, I know, it’s a dark Fae series, still, I would have appreciated a bit more light and fun in such a famous magical realm.
Also, it started promising to be a mix of paranormal law enforcement and faerie. It didn’t really work in the first place and ended up no-existent in this one.
Most of all, I felt a lack of emotion throughout the entire series. Between Roan and Cassandra, but also with every other character. Some died and I couldn’t care less as we never really got to know and feel them. And then there was the war with its battles, something I never care much about and find boring.
So no, I didn’t enjoy it much and as said, I’m glad I can move on now, hopefully to something more fun or thrilling or enchanting.

[Melliane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mon avis en Français

My English review

This is finally the conclusion of the series and I was wondering how our heroine would cope with this war.

Cassandra has to deal with the consequences of the last few novels: the loss of her powers at the most crucial moment, the return of enemies who will stop at nothing, the war, and of course Roan.

Nothing will be easy, but our heroine is ready to do anything to achieve her goals!

I was quite surprised when I read this novel because I saw the story coming to its conclusion, but the end didn’t seem to come. I was afraid that the end would be quick, but finally I was very surprised, because it is not at all the case and it is well found.

I’m glad I discovered this series. This last volume concludes it perfectly and I’m happy to have discovered all these characters.

[LLyza / Rosa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quand j'ai commencé cette série, je ne pensais pas qu'elle serait aussi captivante. Elle avait son univers sur les Fae et le roman composé comme un roman suspens pour m'attirer, mais la romance n'est clairement pas ma tasse de thé (ou de café). Le truc du lien genre "ame soeur" absolument pas mon truc... mais ça à évoluer dans le bon sens. Au fur et à mesure, les deux se dévoilent même s'il faut attendre les deux derniers tomes.

Si vous aimez les complots politiques, les guerres de pouvoir et la course contre les coups d'état alors cette série saura vous satisfaire, c'est épique et on n'a jamais une minute d'ennuie. La partie Fae est développé de façon intéressante avec ces 6 cours toutes basées sur les émotions les plus primaires. On termine cette série avec un équilibre entre les Seelie et les Unseelie précaire et des humains qui continuent de ne pas savoir pour les Fae.

La fin laisse quelques ouvertures pour d'autres aventures avec d'autres personnages s'il fallait, je ne sais pas si ce sera le cas ou s'il y a des Spinoff mais l'univers est bien suffisant. Mention spécial pour les T-Shirt d'Alvin.

[Lucia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't remember the last time l finished a series this fast. I am not a "start to finish" kinda reader.
I struggle with finishing a book let alone a whole series due to mood swings, or because certain characters annoy me or because I find one part boring so l ditch it.
But not with this series.
The ending was great! I have a hate/love relationship with endings. I want to know what happens, but I am also not ready to say goodbye to the characters.
I loved Cassandra and how real she was. The characters, the world, and the writing was very enjoyable.
We got every emotion in the book. And they felt super real.

Roan was just the perfect mix of arrogant jerk with redeeming qualities and a big heart. Most of all I liked his honesty nearing the end.
I hadn't even realized I was 97% done with the book at one point.
Loved
it.

[Leila · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 STARS

[LeslecturesdeMylene · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Kalthea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bonne conclusion !

[Andrea · Rating 4 out of 5]

A satisfying end to the series

Cassandra did a lot of growing in this final installment to the series. I am satisfied with the ending. I think this series could continue where it left off, but I don't think it should.

[ASH WALK3R · Rating 3 out of 5]

While the story began with profiling/crime I love what it has morphed into, this continues to be a fun and enjoyable series.

[Sneha · Rating 4 out of 5]

loved this series !!
the characters are so much different from each other yet work together, the first couple of books didn't give us much into Roan's character which left me with wanting to know more. but, when we did get an insight into his nature and character as and when Cassandra did it was the best
loved the magical realm and it's powers, reflection magic is cool, and so is dread power
so here we have a dreamy hero and a kick ass heroine and some evil villains in play
what more could one want??

[Rae · Rating 2 out of 5]

Dark face fbi is a misnomer

For anyone drawn in thinking they’ll get to read about fae crime solving, you’ll be disappointed this series mostly devolves into a Game of thrones style mess, but without the edge of your seat excitement. And Roan’s character shifts annoyingly to fit the plot, which is just poor writing. I’d been a tad impressed with the psych stuff until she magically got over her darkness fear and trauma. Yeah sure, that’s how ptsd works.

[Christina Ps · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great conclusion to the series!

[Macey (spoilers!) · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 out of 5 badass pixies and the grim forest-loving fae that love them ⭐️

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We belonged together. Love and dread. After all, what was more terrifying than love?

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It's so easy to hate Elrene in the beginning of this book because of how she behaved during the attack. I couldn't believe her immediate reaction was to "get Roan" (her words) and leave the others to fight for their own lives (the implication). I knew she wasn't a savory character when she had always belittled Cassandra despite the other (1) rescuing her, (2) helping her kind, and (3) fucking rescuing her AGAIN. She was ungrateful, yes, but straight up being selfish was almost out of character which kinda surprised me. I was actually beginning to like her in this book after she shed her "other woman" character and started becoming the posh yet loyal bad bitch that she was. The first scene though? A bit uncharacteristic for this image.

I loved the series. I was immensely interested by the concept of an FBI profiler with a secret lineage to the fae realm. The first two books were more on par with the marketed plot but as the series progressed, there were more fae and less FBI profiler in her character. Eventually, especially in this book, she completely lost her identity as an FBI agent and became a full fae warrior. While disappointed by that path, I was still interested enough by the plot that I decided to continue reading it. I wasn't disappointed by the ending, at the very least. Just surprised that my initial impression that the series will end with her merging her human side and fae side seamlessly. I'm more disappointed by the fact that we almost completely lost Scarlet in the process of her becoming the Mistress of Dread. Mostly because I see Scarlet as the most important part of her human life, even more important than her biological parents.

The romance in this book is not something to write about. This is more about action and fantasy than romance. But that doesn't mean that we don't get swoony moments with the male protagonist, Roan. It's just that, while the man was a complete loyal servant to his love for her, he was also great at hiding his feelings in the beginning of this series. I didn't even know that he loved her until the 3rd book, I just thought he was attracted to her. I'm just glad that the authors did not choose to use Elrene as a driving force to put a wedge between them. In this book, we actually get to see and understand their relationship from all sides: Roan's, Elrene's, and an outsider's, namely Cassandra. It was interesting, though I can't deny that I really hated her spiteful behavior in the beginning, especially after Cassandra had always been nice to her AND saved her twice.

The side characters are lovely as well. We fell in love woth Gabriel, Alvin, and the fae gang. We also lost a lot of them since the beginning. It was realistic, I would think so. But it still hurt, nonetheless. Especially Gabriel's loss. While I wasn't shipping him and Cassandra, I was loving his character as he was the most supportive person and the most caring one since the very beginning. It was such a painful death, too, because his last act was once again an act of kindness. Fuck that bitch of a king. I'm glad they killed him for what he caused.

Btw, he was a beautifully-written incel villain, I loved the POV that we got from him when Cassandra was baiting him.

P.S. I still don't know how to spell Elrene's name. I listened to the audiobook so was just guessing. I went from calling her "Irene" to "that bitch" to "Elrene".

[Vintagebooklvr · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 1/2 stars. Good ending to the series. Cassie comes into her own in this book, after a lot of doubts, in this book. Her doubts are understandable when her most formidable weapon, Mistress of Dread, seems to disappear. She is left with some magic and most depend on her intelligence, training and skill. Those seem very inadequate when Seelie seem to be 2 or 3 steps ahead of them at all times during the war and fractious UnSeelie seem determined to tear each apart because of old feuds rather than stand against the threat against them all. I actually liked that because I think that is very realistic. If you don't have the right leaders who in the end put aside their differences for their objective they will lose.

The end of the war seemed a little anticlimactic for me. Most of the book the Unseelie are in out-manned, out maneuvered, and out-schemed. For a group in most lore and stories that are so ruthless and scheming that just didn't seem to live up to the rep. However, I did like that it was a combination of smart use of your specialty weapon, psychological warfare and two-prong approach that won the war instead of throwing everything at one point and expecting to win when you have done badly so far. Saying all that, it still seemed to end abruptly. Things weren't going that well for the Unseelie and then suddenly they won.

The relationship between Roan and Cassie was missing something, but I'm not sure what. In this book, Roan believed in Cass more than she did herself most of the book. He relied on her intelligence, not just her powers and tried to make an emotional attachment to her. She did somewhat the same. But I still felt there was something missing.

It ends on a happy note with most threads tied up. The dialog was smart and funny at times. It was not stilted. There were realistic elements such as the American government being willing to ally with some very nasty characters if deemed appropriate. Old feuds flaring up and people trying to advance their agenda during a time when unity is necessary for survival. Turns out the fae aren't that different than humans with their motivations, etc. The pacing was good. Cassie did not win this war on her own, or even with just Roan. Fae made sacrifices for the political good and others sacrificed their lives. It was an interesting journey for Cass but in the end love did triumph over war (and dread).

[Marit · Rating 4 out of 5]

*** 3,5 stars ***

I think this is currently Crawford's best series. It's leaning towards dark urban fantasy and yes, I totally just made that up. This book is the conclusion to a four book long series, or so I hope.

I really loved the start of this series, especially the first and second book. I liked Cassandra's struggle, her wit and flaws. I liked Roan even though he was a douchebag. He was mysterious.

Eventually the characters' backstories become known and all thr mystery falls away, and even Roan's personality changes for 100%. He became like a lovesick mate in the turn of a page. I disliked that Cass and Roan suddenly were mates and I disliked even more that events in the past were suddenly explained and dismissed. For example, that he didn't want anything to do with Cassandra in book 3 because he was angry that she had come back for him for other reasons than love. I didn't find the explanations credible (or well, they didn't feel that way). It felt like the author had made up excuses for Roan's behavior in the past and needed to clarify herself. Besides that, I like it when some mystery remains. The same for backstories. It was all sad and drama, but I didn't feel any kind of empathy for or connection to the characters.

After ~50% I skimmed some chapters because the war thing isn't really my cup of tea in books. I liked Cassandra's personal journry, but I didn't like how it all turned into a faction war and alliances and politics. It just didn't feel real. The (new) characters involved were a little bit too flat to work, I think. Also, the tension between Roan and Cass had totally evaporated at this point, and personally, that was what made the story interesting.

Even though there were many aspects that left me, well, a bit disappointed, there were nice aspects too. The book doesn't drag, the pacing really nice. The characters are witty. The writing is good and engaging. It has a happy ending (though not required for me personally). The thing is, it had potential to be better. That left me with mixed feelings.

I can still recommend the series, enough people who really enjoyed it!

Fun fact: I liked Odin the best of all secundary characters

[steps m · Rating 5 out of 5]

omg

Honestly? Five stars just for having Gabriel alluded to appearing at the wedding via white owl. That drew a solid twelve hundred tears from my eyeballs. 10/10 worst death in the series
I flew through this series in literally 2 days which is nuts but also not that nuts—it’s relatively simple to understand and I absolutely loved the little historical tidbits included about london and the culture and how it tied into Cassandra’s powers.
It’s a decently simple romantic fantasy. Roan was great. The slow burn was slow burning, however cass pissed me off several times with the refusal to admit that she actually wanted to be with him, and I feel like we could’ve hashed it out a little bit more when she finally said yes. It felt like she only said yes in the moment just so he’d sleep with her yk what I mean.
Also I gotta say I was hoping for some more Scarlett and Alvin in this book. They were two of my favorites. I also felt like Elrine and Branwen’s storyline should’ve been hashed out, the political marriage made sense for Elrine and I loved that Bran became a part of the republic (ten points for the gutter fae) but tbh, Nerius shouldn’t have died, he should’ve taken that position, Bran and Elrine should’ve ended up together and legit ANYONE else could’ve married that lord Elrine married (can’t remember his name now.) also just my opinion that we should’ve had more Drustin screen time. Just my opinion!!! He was cool as shit and same with Morcant. I loved the arc when cass and roan were trapped in that fuckers prison but also that hurt my feelings bc I really liked Abellio. Unfortunate. We also kind of completely slid over Branwen being caught and tortured —like did nobody care enough to go find her??? Anyway I digress. Great series, solid 4 stars overall, 4.8 stars for this last book

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Welp. This is probably more like a 2.5 due to some inconsistencies and a number of truly irritating moments between the mains, but I’ll round up bc of a few scenes that truly brought me joy, especially the opening of Ch 13 with Idelisa - I laughed out loud. Great character addition to book 4.

A few notes:

A handful of likable side characters get satisfying wrap ups to their stories. That was nice.

I didn’t feel like anything new was added to the world building here - the Seelie/Unseelie stuff was not as interesting as I wanted it to be. Felt like there was enough of a complex fae ecosystem there without that added layer.

I still don’t really care about the Cass-Roan romance. He has a dramatic reboot in this book that makes him more likable, but bc of that, he feels totally divorced from his character in book 1. And not in an organic character growth kind of way. Nothing really happens to him that changes who he is. He is just suddenly not a dick. Also, Cass seems way more in lust with him than in love. This is his stated excuse for treating her like shit in the previous books and, for real, he’s not wrong.

The series had some real highs (fun storyline, actual laugh out loud moments from Cass’s interactions with a few side characters) and some real lows (the phrase “slowly, sensually” was used more than once, there is an overuse of traps as a plot device - Seriously, especially in books 3 & 4. So. Many. Traps. You’d think they’d hesitate on every plan they make). Overall, it’s a fun if at times infuriating read, you can see the authors’ potential throughout, and they hit their collective stride much more successfully in their later collab, the Fae Spy Academy series. All the pieces just aren’t quite working together yet in this one.

[Patty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well this book sure did end in the most beautiful and ethereal way possible. I loved the ending and yet the ending is not a cliff hanger it has some clues to a continuation in a spin-off series.

I commend the author on her brilliance and the delivery of this series. Each book flowed right into the next and was well written and captivating. With the amazing line up of characters she chose there was no room for failure, only success and she had that in spades with this story.

This book was a thrilling, exciting, dangerous and sinful read. With plenty of puzzles to solve and history galore this book was a guessing game throughout and kept readers on the edge of their seats. I must say my nail biting went into overboard with these books.

Overall this book tied the series up perfectly and all I felt was joy and love in the end. This non-stop adventure was filled with so much carnage and danger that it was touch and go for our characters throughout. Will they survive? That is the question everyone will need to find out.

Cass was a strong, yet insecure in many moments. She endears a lot of emotional baggage and damage, yet she pushes on. Roan is just amazing. He is a grouchy fae with no sense of humor at all. Yet he is fierce, loyal, protective and sinful. His character really surprised me. He was definitely impressive.

I really loved this series and would love to see more from this author. She has an uncanny ability to create a paranormal world full of amazing characters and adventures. Her skills are most impressive.

[Cristina · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the final book in a series than unexpectedly hooked me in.  I have to say that overall I liked the series and I had a good time reading it but I don't think it would be one that I would reach for again.  I also think that from the first book to this very last book that if you only read those two books, you would think that they were from two different series.  What drew me into reading the series in the first place was it was supposed to be about a fae serial killer so basically a mix of mystery with fantasy but this last book is straight fantasy.  I kind of wish it kept the vibe of the first book because that felt like such a cool concept but then it ends with fae courts at war and don't get me wrong I love fae and fantasy but it became kind of a generic idea that I've read about in many other books rather than the unique concept that drew me in in the first place.  I think I still liked it and I was happy that Roan and Cass got together at the end I just don't know if I delivered on everything I was expecting out the series.  Also, I still don't really like her friend Scarlett.  Cass talks about Scarlett as her best friend and it's clear that Cass cares about her friend but I just don't feel like Scarlett reciprocated her friendship.  I don't know, I'm just not the biggest fan over her.  Overall, I still liked the series but i this one is just a one and done kind of series for me, I don't see myself reaching for it again.

[Urban Fantasy Fanatic · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hmm where to start. I was disappointed with the ending of this book, but only because I was holding out small hopes that Gabriel would some how be bought back. However the ending is done very well and leaves the reader to interpret it as they wish. The series as a whole is fast moving, with lots of content and lots happening to the lead character and heroine Cassandra. I love how Cassandra’s character develops from an insecure needy child to a completely independent badass. I like how she goes a little bit dark and isn’t afraid to get things done, especially with Grendel. However she doesn’t go so dark that she loses herself. Roan through out the series I have hated, he was an arrogant, cocky douche. However he seemed to do a complete 180 in this book, as soon as Eileen was out of the picture and Cassandra declared her love he was a different person. I’m pleased that Eileen was happy in the end and felt a little sad for her, I still don’t like her though! Great story, if you like urban fantasy, romance, kickass heroines then you should read this series. I am holding out hope that there will be a spin off about Alvin and Scarlett. I wouldn’t mind seeing more character development with them and how they fit in with their contacts and various roles/professions.

[ValérieW · Rating 5 out of 5]

Manipulation, vengeance, morts mais aussi amour, avec la prise de conscience de Cassandra sur ce qu'elle éprouve pour Roan, sont les ingrédients de ce dernier tome qui est à l'image des trois autres: prenant et haletant. Pas de temps mort, pas d'ennui car la guerre entre Seelies et Unseelies est sur le point d'éclater et chaque camp se prépare pour l'affrontement.

Et alors que Cassandra tente encore de comprendre le lien qui l'unit à Roan et les sentiments qu'elle éprouve pour lui, elle est également partagée entre son humanité et son côté pixie, entre son amitié et sa loyauté envers Scarlett et ses obligations dues à son statut.
Elle doute, elle a peur et il n'est pas toujours évident de deviner quels seront ses choix (et c'est tant mieux!)

Et maintenant qu'elle s'est ouverte à Roan, on découvre enfin ce que ce dernier cache sous ses muscles et ses tatouages, et il ne nous déçoit pas <3. J'ai beaucoup apprécié le fait que les auteurs arrivent à nous communiquer le profond amour qui les unit sans aucune mièvrerie et sans renier le caractère de ces deux personnages.
Le dernier chapitre quant à lui est superbe et clôt la série parfaitement.

En bref, du 1er au dernier tome, cette série est géniale et terriblement addictive.

[Vannessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this tie to the end of the series. Everything came together so well, but it was not an easy ride for Cassandra and Roan.

The Seelie are on the war path, literally. Siofra and Abellio are determined to make Cass pay for things that have happened before, yet Cass and Roan's relationship goes from strength to strength. To defeat the Seelie, Cass needs her dread powers back - she has a trickle but ever since the loss of the Stone, she can hardly do anything with them. They also need to unite all the Unseelie factions, but that is a mammoth task in itself, but Cass and Roan are not ones to take no for an answer.

Eventually things take a step forward, only to be thrown back again, but they get up, shake off and plow on ahead for the next obstacle. Of course, there are casualties on both sides of this fae war, but those who deserve it, get what's coming to them!

I loved Cass and Roan in this book - they finally revealed their true feeling. She finally understood what it means to love someone with all your heart. And that love will get them through anything and everything! I even took a liking to Elrine once she explains her hatred of Cass, but not necessarily Cass personally.

This series was a brilliant one and I highly recommend it!

[Geo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Epic conclusion

This one had my feelings all topsy-turvy. I was all over the place. So glad it ended on a good note or I would have thrown my kindle. As Roan and Cassandra's relationship strengthens, so does her place in the fae world. Cass spent the majority of the first half torn between her affections and loyalty to Roan and her loyalty to the world she grew up in. Alvin's relationship to Roan is finally brought to light as well as the reasons they are wary of each other. I was proud that Cass was finally able to have the upper hand when it came to dealing with the secret hoarding fae and even more impressed that he let her. I few of the fae I'd grown to appreciate lost their lives but such is war. Siofra and Abellios finally get what's coming to them and the way Cass handled it was just beautiful. Scarlett also makes an appearance. I was happy that Gabriel was still mentioned and not in just a casual way like they do in tv shows. I love the way the romance and the action blends beautifully. They each get their own time to shine without the other one being masked too much. This series is amazing and a must-read but then all of C.N. Crawford's books are.

[Chloe · Rating 4 out of 5]

DISCLAIMER: this is a fantasy genre lover’s series. This is NOT a good series if you are dipping a toe in the waters of fantasy. It’s urban, contemporary, very little world building, and personally I feel I would’ve been perturbed or even lost without a depth of knowledge of far lore and general fantasy background. You get the details of this world as you go, only when they’re imperative to the story in that moment. This could be jarring for a non fantasy reader as there are many common fae tropes or cultural pieces that you won’t miss from the world building of you read fantasy all the time already.

3 star books, 4 star adventure, absolute whirlwind! I devoured this series and at times questioned how I enjoyed certain aspects of the fast pacing and lack of intense world building but I kept finding myself still listening and continuing to consume these books with gusto. Therefore, 4 star series overall!