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Rise of the Druid Queen
She did not ask for a crown, yet fate, it seems, has other plans.
Everly never asked for magic, and she certainly never asked to be taken by the Seelie Prince. All she wants is to reunite with her friends and free Maxon—the one person she refuses to live without. But the path to saving him is laced with dangerous bargains and ancient magic.
Everly must survive trials which test her body, her mind, and the magic that is reawakening. But she will do whatever it takes because her heart—and her destiny—belong to Maxon, and she’ll cross every realm to bring him home.
Everly must decide what she’s willing to sacrifice—and who she’s willing to become.
Because some destinies aren’t chosen. They’re forged.
Everly never asked for magic, and she certainly never asked to be taken by the Seelie Prince. All she wants is to reunite with her friends and free Maxon—the one person she refuses to live without. But the path to saving him is laced with dangerous bargains and ancient magic.
Everly must survive trials which test her body, her mind, and the magic that is reawakening. But she will do whatever it takes because her heart—and her destiny—belong to Maxon, and she’ll cross every realm to bring him home.
Everly must decide what she’s willing to sacrifice—and who she’s willing to become.
Because some destinies aren’t chosen. They’re forged.
616 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 14, 2025
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August 6, 2025
📖✨Rise of the Druid Queen✨
🧚🏻♀️Natasha Madden
📚Fae Court Series #2
✨Rise of the Druid Queen ✨ is the 2nd book in the spellbinding fae romantasy series where you are gonna encounter Fae and Fairies, Pixies and Shifters and many other fascinating mythical creatures you are gonna fall in love with !
The book starts right where book 1 left us on a cliffhanger!! And OMG what a year long wait is has been !!
This wonderous book has the BEST combination of TROPES which ticked alll my favourite boxes -
🧚🏻♀️Dual POV
🦄Sassy Fierce FMC
🧚🏻♀️Morally Grey MMC
🦄Fated Mates
🧚🏻♀️She Rescues Him
🦄Touch him and ☠️
🧚🏻♀️ Adorable nicknames
🦄 Found Family
🧚🏻♀️ Fantastical Creatures
🦄Hidden/Found powers
🧚🏻♀️Bonded animals who can mind speak with the FMC
🦄
As usually, I fell in love with Natasha's words from the very first chapter!
Everly, the FMC continues to amaze me with her beautiful character development ! Shes slowly recovering her past memories and learning how to hold on her own, how to wield a sword, and her magic, all the while works through her fears and anxiety.
The MMC , I won't say a lot , coz spoilers.. but I crave his POVs !
The side characters who are the ultimate found family are all incredible!! I literally love them all!!! We are introduced with a few new characters.. especially a Grumpy Br00dy Fae male from her past .. 🥹
I truly love the world building, the pacing and the emotional rollercoaster ride!!
And the ending, I would say a soft cliffhanger and a thrilling surprise for sure 😏
Thank you sooo much Natasha for this amazing opportunity to be in your ARC team 🥹 💝
🧚🏻♀️Natasha Madden
📚Fae Court Series #2
✨Rise of the Druid Queen ✨ is the 2nd book in the spellbinding fae romantasy series where you are gonna encounter Fae and Fairies, Pixies and Shifters and many other fascinating mythical creatures you are gonna fall in love with !
The book starts right where book 1 left us on a cliffhanger!! And OMG what a year long wait is has been !!
This wonderous book has the BEST combination of TROPES which ticked alll my favourite boxes -
🧚🏻♀️Dual POV
🦄Sassy Fierce FMC
🧚🏻♀️Morally Grey MMC
🦄Fated Mates
🧚🏻♀️She Rescues Him
🦄Touch him and ☠️
🧚🏻♀️ Adorable nicknames
🦄 Found Family
🧚🏻♀️ Fantastical Creatures
🦄Hidden/Found powers
🧚🏻♀️Bonded animals who can mind speak with the FMC
🦄
As usually, I fell in love with Natasha's words from the very first chapter!
Everly, the FMC continues to amaze me with her beautiful character development ! Shes slowly recovering her past memories and learning how to hold on her own, how to wield a sword, and her magic, all the while works through her fears and anxiety.
The MMC , I won't say a lot , coz spoilers.. but I crave his POVs !
The side characters who are the ultimate found family are all incredible!! I literally love them all!!! We are introduced with a few new characters.. especially a Grumpy Br00dy Fae male from her past .. 🥹
I truly love the world building, the pacing and the emotional rollercoaster ride!!
And the ending, I would say a soft cliffhanger and a thrilling surprise for sure 😏
Thank you sooo much Natasha for this amazing opportunity to be in your ARC team 🥹 💝
June 12, 2025
As always, Natasha has created a beautifully written masterpiece. She has the amazing ability of drawing you in right at the start. With her words surrounding you, it feels like they've leapt right off the page and portaled you right into her world of fantasy.
Rise of the Druid Queen has been an extremely anticipated wait, with The Last Druid leaving us with such a suspenseful end, I could not wait to jump right into book two of the Fae Court Series.
Everly and Maxon were destined for each other, and watching their love for each other stay strong throughout all that is thrown at them, only makes me fall for them even more.
I loved so many characters in this book. It's hard not to say amazing things about every single one. From best friends that will do anything for you, a Grumpy winged guard, wolf Shifters, a leopard bestie, a cheeky prince, and so much more, there is someone for everyone.
Rise of the Druid has it all, with its roller-coaster ride of emotions, the perfect amount of spice, suspense, exceptional storyline that keeps you reading page after page and just everything you want in a fantasy, there is no reason to wait.
Rise of the Druid Queen has been an extremely anticipated wait, with The Last Druid leaving us with such a suspenseful end, I could not wait to jump right into book two of the Fae Court Series.
Everly and Maxon were destined for each other, and watching their love for each other stay strong throughout all that is thrown at them, only makes me fall for them even more.
I loved so many characters in this book. It's hard not to say amazing things about every single one. From best friends that will do anything for you, a Grumpy winged guard, wolf Shifters, a leopard bestie, a cheeky prince, and so much more, there is someone for everyone.
Rise of the Druid has it all, with its roller-coaster ride of emotions, the perfect amount of spice, suspense, exceptional storyline that keeps you reading page after page and just everything you want in a fantasy, there is no reason to wait.
June 19, 2025
Following your destiny has never been so hard, join Everly in her quest to save her fated mate and the world of faerie from the evil lurking in the shadows.
Rise of the Druid Queen picks up where The last Druid left off on a major cliffhanger, facing betrayal and loss along the way Everly must navigate this new world she’s been thrust into. The weight of the Fae’s expectations sits heavily on her shoulders, much like the crown on her head as she struggles to reconcile her lost memories to the world around her, plunged into a world of magic that the human realm couldn’t prepare her for Everly must face her own fate to save the ones she loves, evil lurks in the shadows , dogging her every step, she must navigate the pitfalls of who she can trust and who will betray her in the end.
The world is vibrant and beautiful but wicked and cunning, can Everly prevail against the darkness that stalks her?
The balance of the world hinges on the choices of one woman….
Natasha Madden has written a beautiful story full of love, life, loss and darkness, and the bonds that tie all of them together will be tested….
Rise of the Druid Queen picks up where The last Druid left off on a major cliffhanger, facing betrayal and loss along the way Everly must navigate this new world she’s been thrust into. The weight of the Fae’s expectations sits heavily on her shoulders, much like the crown on her head as she struggles to reconcile her lost memories to the world around her, plunged into a world of magic that the human realm couldn’t prepare her for Everly must face her own fate to save the ones she loves, evil lurks in the shadows , dogging her every step, she must navigate the pitfalls of who she can trust and who will betray her in the end.
The world is vibrant and beautiful but wicked and cunning, can Everly prevail against the darkness that stalks her?
The balance of the world hinges on the choices of one woman….
Natasha Madden has written a beautiful story full of love, life, loss and darkness, and the bonds that tie all of them together will be tested….
June 22, 2025
Rise of the Druid Queen is another solid 5-star read! I’m absolutely loving this series—it’s hands-down my favourite of all her books so far.
The story picks up right where The Last Druid left off, following Everly as she navigates life in Faerie, fights to free Maxon from the Shadoweaver, and slowly unlocks memories of her life before.
It’s a long book and so much happens, but the pacing is spot-on—never rushed, never dragging. I flew through the pages, completely hooked and desperate to see what would happen next.
Everly and Maxon’s bond is everything. Their moments together are intense and heartfelt, and watching Maxon suffer only makes Everly more determined to master her magic and bring him back.
"The burning desire to grow stronger, to learn my magic, consumes me like a relentless flame flickering in my chest."
"All I see is her. My heart. My soul. My queen."
Natasha’s built such a rich, magical world with her beautiful writing, and I honestly can’t wait to dive into more of The Fae Court series!
The story picks up right where The Last Druid left off, following Everly as she navigates life in Faerie, fights to free Maxon from the Shadoweaver, and slowly unlocks memories of her life before.
It’s a long book and so much happens, but the pacing is spot-on—never rushed, never dragging. I flew through the pages, completely hooked and desperate to see what would happen next.
Everly and Maxon’s bond is everything. Their moments together are intense and heartfelt, and watching Maxon suffer only makes Everly more determined to master her magic and bring him back.
"The burning desire to grow stronger, to learn my magic, consumes me like a relentless flame flickering in my chest."
"All I see is her. My heart. My soul. My queen."
Natasha’s built such a rich, magical world with her beautiful writing, and I honestly can’t wait to dive into more of The Fae Court series!
July 9, 2025
Omg! Where do I start?! First off:
🌶️🌶️ - spice level. Spice itself 5/5
4.5/5 stars - you lost 1/2 a star for hurting Nix! 🤣🤣🤣 how dare you!
Natasha! It has been such a privilege to read your baby! I fell in love with this series so quickly in book 1, and book 2 didn’t fail to deliver. You show us readers your unique ability to ensure we feel what Everly and Maxon feel. The pain, the loss of their mate and well hot and steamy during the spicy scenes.
You write these characters so beautifully, making me feel like I’m part of the story.
I loved the focus on trust and betrayal in this book, new characters that make us beyond angry to begin with (IYKYK) and then fall in love with later; PS I NEED a Fenris and Mia story now, thaaaaaanks!
I sobbed, I laughed and I felt the up and downs of both characters the whole way through, I cannot wait to read book 3!!!!
TLDR: read this book; it will utterly destroy you and you will love it.
🌶️🌶️ - spice level. Spice itself 5/5
4.5/5 stars - you lost 1/2 a star for hurting Nix! 🤣🤣🤣 how dare you!
Natasha! It has been such a privilege to read your baby! I fell in love with this series so quickly in book 1, and book 2 didn’t fail to deliver. You show us readers your unique ability to ensure we feel what Everly and Maxon feel. The pain, the loss of their mate and well hot and steamy during the spicy scenes.
You write these characters so beautifully, making me feel like I’m part of the story.
I loved the focus on trust and betrayal in this book, new characters that make us beyond angry to begin with (IYKYK) and then fall in love with later; PS I NEED a Fenris and Mia story now, thaaaaaanks!
I sobbed, I laughed and I felt the up and downs of both characters the whole way through, I cannot wait to read book 3!!!!
TLDR: read this book; it will utterly destroy you and you will love it.
June 9, 2025
Arc read and incredibly happy to be able to have continued Everly and Maxons story so soon.... but now forced to wait patiently for next installment.......
Wow. Book 2 picks up straight after book 1 ending for a seamless read.... however the cliffhanger is just as bad, if not worse so read at own risk.
But treachery to be found in surprising places (and not so surprising ;) ) forgiveness maybe too easily given and also hard earned. Everly's journey and growth is steady while Maxon endures.
Guest appearances and new potential secrets and romances will make book 3 even more interesting.
Wow. Book 2 picks up straight after book 1 ending for a seamless read.... however the cliffhanger is just as bad, if not worse so read at own risk.
But treachery to be found in surprising places (and not so surprising ;) ) forgiveness maybe too easily given and also hard earned. Everly's journey and growth is steady while Maxon endures.
Guest appearances and new potential secrets and romances will make book 3 even more interesting.
July 9, 2025
Thank you, Natasha Madden, for the ARC.
This book is a solid 4.5 stars, I wish we could rate with half stars.
Everly & Maxon's story continues with nonstop action, adventure, and surprises around every corner.
Natasha is gifted at creating a story you become deeply invested in. Her writing paints the most vivid pictures, creating a visual in your minds eye of every detail.
I truly love this story and the ending has me waiting on the edge of my seat for book 3.
This book is a solid 4.5 stars, I wish we could rate with half stars.
Everly & Maxon's story continues with nonstop action, adventure, and surprises around every corner.
Natasha is gifted at creating a story you become deeply invested in. Her writing paints the most vivid pictures, creating a visual in your minds eye of every detail.
I truly love this story and the ending has me waiting on the edge of my seat for book 3.
August 24, 2025
Everly & Maxon
A great continuation of the first story in The Fae Court world! This is a great Fae Love Story, in a beautifully crafted world that pulled me into this story, and kept me wanting more. I recommend for anyone who loves a great Fae story in a well thought out world! I Loved It!!! No Spoilers!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
A great continuation of the first story in The Fae Court world! This is a great Fae Love Story, in a beautifully crafted world that pulled me into this story, and kept me wanting more. I recommend for anyone who loves a great Fae story in a well thought out world! I Loved It!!! No Spoilers!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
June 19, 2025
I did not wen to put this book down. Natasha has done it again with her writing.
Found Family
Druids
Humans
Shifters
Dragons
Coronations
War
Secret Missions
Poisoning
Fated Mates
What more could you ask for.
Found Family
Druids
Humans
Shifters
Dragons
Coronations
War
Secret Missions
Poisoning
Fated Mates
What more could you ask for.
August 21, 2025
Continuing on from book one, Everly’s journey is fraught with danger, adventure, trials, and the burning desire to get her love, Maxon back.
Loved every minute of it and dying to get my hands on book 3 ❤️🔥
Loved every minute of it and dying to get my hands on book 3 ❤️🔥
July 14, 2025
Strong FMC
Trials
Hurt/Comfort
Fated Mates
Found Family
Shifters, Druids, Fae
This is book 2, and it picks up after a cliffhanger, which I hadn't read but will be now!
Our FMC Everly is a strong, independent fae druid who is absolutely bad-ass. I loved her.
Her Fated mate, our MMC Maxon, is a strong Fae king. He spends a lot of the book being tortured and hidden away.
The side characters are so well written, and the Found Family was amazing.
Also, dreamwalking sexy time.
Absolutely fantastic romantasy, please check it out!
Trials
Hurt/Comfort
Fated Mates
Found Family
Shifters, Druids, Fae
This is book 2, and it picks up after a cliffhanger, which I hadn't read but will be now!
Our FMC Everly is a strong, independent fae druid who is absolutely bad-ass. I loved her.
Her Fated mate, our MMC Maxon, is a strong Fae king. He spends a lot of the book being tortured and hidden away.
The side characters are so well written, and the Found Family was amazing.
Also, dreamwalking sexy time.
Absolutely fantastic romantasy, please check it out!
July 14, 2025
💜 Blurb -
She did not ask for a crown, yet fate, it seems, has other plans.
Everly never asked for magic, and she certainly never asked to be taken by the Seelie Prince. All she wants is to reunite with her friends and free Maxon—the one person she refuses to live without. But the path to saving him is laced with dangerous bargains and ancient magic.
Everly must survive trials which test her body, her mind, and the magic that is reawakening. But she will do whatever it takes because her heart—and her destiny—belong to Maxon, and she’ll cross every realm to bring him home.
Everly must decide what she’s willing to sacrifice—and who she’s willing to become.
Because some destinies aren’t chosen. They’re forged.
🩷 Review -
I have loved Natasha's other books and Rise Of The Druid Queen was no different. This was such a good novel. I loved following Everly and Maxton's journey through the book. Natasha's writing is beautiful and her story telling is flawless. As always there's a brilliant mix of characters and the pacing was just right. Despite the book's size I soon got through it. I can't recommend it enough and I'm already eager to read more by her.
💖 Release date -14th July
💝 Thank you to the author, Natasha Madden for my arc copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
She did not ask for a crown, yet fate, it seems, has other plans.
Everly never asked for magic, and she certainly never asked to be taken by the Seelie Prince. All she wants is to reunite with her friends and free Maxon—the one person she refuses to live without. But the path to saving him is laced with dangerous bargains and ancient magic.
Everly must survive trials which test her body, her mind, and the magic that is reawakening. But she will do whatever it takes because her heart—and her destiny—belong to Maxon, and she’ll cross every realm to bring him home.
Everly must decide what she’s willing to sacrifice—and who she’s willing to become.
Because some destinies aren’t chosen. They’re forged.
🩷 Review -
I have loved Natasha's other books and Rise Of The Druid Queen was no different. This was such a good novel. I loved following Everly and Maxton's journey through the book. Natasha's writing is beautiful and her story telling is flawless. As always there's a brilliant mix of characters and the pacing was just right. Despite the book's size I soon got through it. I can't recommend it enough and I'm already eager to read more by her.
💖 Release date -14th July
💝 Thank you to the author, Natasha Madden for my arc copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
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