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The Palace #3
The Palace of War and Waves
WAR IS COMING...
As darkness continues to sweep across the mainland of Ensmore, Allorie and her friends remain trapped on the island of Haven, unable to return until the Sky Fae decide their fate.
With time slipping through her fingers, Allorie must work to uncover the secrets of the Sky Fae and the Undead Crown—the key the Bloodless want and need to win the war—before it is too late.
Alliances will start to form,
Hidden truths will become unraveled, and
Magic will begin to rise from the depths.
A song of bloodshed is being sung by the Gods… and Allorie must fight until the bitter end to sing a song of her own.
A Siren song so powerful, it could bring everything to an end.
As darkness continues to sweep across the mainland of Ensmore, Allorie and her friends remain trapped on the island of Haven, unable to return until the Sky Fae decide their fate.
With time slipping through her fingers, Allorie must work to uncover the secrets of the Sky Fae and the Undead Crown—the key the Bloodless want and need to win the war—before it is too late.
Alliances will start to form,
Hidden truths will become unraveled, and
Magic will begin to rise from the depths.
A song of bloodshed is being sung by the Gods… and Allorie must fight until the bitter end to sing a song of her own.
A Siren song so powerful, it could bring everything to an end.
493 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
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October 11, 2025
ARC Review
Thank you so much to Stephanie Fernandez for the opportunity to read this incredible trilogy and the privilege of ARC reviewing the final installment.
This series deserves so much more hype, I absolutely loved it, and what a perfect final book it was. Everything came full circle in such a satisfying way. We had familiar faces return and some new characters join the fight for Ensmore.
Once again, we pick up right where we left off after that absolute cliffhanger in book two, and thank the stars I didn’t have to wait as long as everyone else because this series was made to be binge read.
Allorie, her growth across this trilogy has been immense. She starts small and quietly rebellious but still bound by expectation and by this final book, she’s a force to be reckoned with. Confident, capable, and surrounded by people who lift her up instead of keep her small. Watching her rise into her power and rally allies from once opposing sides in a looming war was just honestly chef's kiss.
This book had everything, twists, heartbreak, humor, banter, spice and those wholesome moments that sneak up on you, hit you and squeeze your heart. The relationships were beautifully developed, both romantic and friendships, and you really feel the weight of how far everyone’s come.
And the worldbuilding as all the books was still absolutely stunning. So immersive and detailed that it feels like stepping straight into the pages. Stephanie’s writing paints such vivid, cinematic scenes that it’s hard not to get completely lost in them. Writing this honestly feels like saying goodbye to characters I’ve grown to love.
A couple of my favorite highlights:
“We ride at dawn.”
“This place is peaceful. The personification of a lullaby.” “It is until you open your mouth.”
What to Expect:
✨ Found Family
✨ Siren x Fae
✨ Romantasy
✨ Forbidden Love
✨ War
✨ Strong FMC
Thank you so much to Stephanie Fernandez for the opportunity to read this incredible trilogy and the privilege of ARC reviewing the final installment.
This series deserves so much more hype, I absolutely loved it, and what a perfect final book it was. Everything came full circle in such a satisfying way. We had familiar faces return and some new characters join the fight for Ensmore.
Once again, we pick up right where we left off after that absolute cliffhanger in book two, and thank the stars I didn’t have to wait as long as everyone else because this series was made to be binge read.
Allorie, her growth across this trilogy has been immense. She starts small and quietly rebellious but still bound by expectation and by this final book, she’s a force to be reckoned with. Confident, capable, and surrounded by people who lift her up instead of keep her small. Watching her rise into her power and rally allies from once opposing sides in a looming war was just honestly chef's kiss.
This book had everything, twists, heartbreak, humor, banter, spice and those wholesome moments that sneak up on you, hit you and squeeze your heart. The relationships were beautifully developed, both romantic and friendships, and you really feel the weight of how far everyone’s come.
And the worldbuilding as all the books was still absolutely stunning. So immersive and detailed that it feels like stepping straight into the pages. Stephanie’s writing paints such vivid, cinematic scenes that it’s hard not to get completely lost in them. Writing this honestly feels like saying goodbye to characters I’ve grown to love.
A couple of my favorite highlights:
“We ride at dawn.”
“This place is peaceful. The personification of a lullaby.” “It is until you open your mouth.”
What to Expect:
✨ Found Family
✨ Siren x Fae
✨ Romantasy
✨ Forbidden Love
✨ War
✨ Strong FMC
October 9, 2025
Rating: 5/5
I received an eARC for my honest opinion.
From page one, The Palace of War and Waves swept me away into a dazzling world where politics crash against tides, magic hums in every whispered secret, and war isn’t just a battle—it’s a force of magic. This was everything I love in epic fantasy: sweeping scope, richly drawn characters, unpredictable plot twists, and moments that made me gasp, cheer, and clutch my heart.
There’s more than war here. Relationships—whether friendships or love—are woven with tension, respect, trust, and betrayal. The romance isn’t tidy or easy; it’s dangerous, necessary, and doesn’t sidestep the cost of love when war is on the horizon. The rise and fall of interpersonal stakes mirror the external ones, making the romance feel like an essential part of the story, not just a subplot.
It’s hard for me to write this review because it marks the end of a journey for Allorie, Maxus, and their friends. I also don’t want to give away too much, since this is the final book in the series. What I can say is that this installment takes readers on an unforgettable adventure across kingdoms—seeking allies, facing betrayals, forming new bonds, and fighting a war against the Bloodless and a ruthless king determined to rule the world.
Stephanie’s writing continues to shine with vivid detail and emotional depth. She paints every scene so clearly that you can see the world unfolding before you. The pacing is steady throughout—slower in a few moments, but always for a purpose, often leading up to powerful revelations that hit hard when they land.
Allorie’s growth in this book is phenomenal. She finally finds the missing pieces of her heart, and witnessing her transformation and strength at the end was incredibly rewarding. And Maxus… I still adore him. He’s steadfast, supportive, and always the grounding force Allorie needs, reminding her to pause and breathe even when the world is falling apart.
That’s all I’ll say—no spoilers—but if I could go back in time and read this trilogy again for the first time, I absolutely would. It’s been a breathtaking, emotional, and magical ride from start to finish.
I want to thank Stephanie Fernandez for the opportunity to review this book.
I received an eARC for my honest opinion.
From page one, The Palace of War and Waves swept me away into a dazzling world where politics crash against tides, magic hums in every whispered secret, and war isn’t just a battle—it’s a force of magic. This was everything I love in epic fantasy: sweeping scope, richly drawn characters, unpredictable plot twists, and moments that made me gasp, cheer, and clutch my heart.
There’s more than war here. Relationships—whether friendships or love—are woven with tension, respect, trust, and betrayal. The romance isn’t tidy or easy; it’s dangerous, necessary, and doesn’t sidestep the cost of love when war is on the horizon. The rise and fall of interpersonal stakes mirror the external ones, making the romance feel like an essential part of the story, not just a subplot.
It’s hard for me to write this review because it marks the end of a journey for Allorie, Maxus, and their friends. I also don’t want to give away too much, since this is the final book in the series. What I can say is that this installment takes readers on an unforgettable adventure across kingdoms—seeking allies, facing betrayals, forming new bonds, and fighting a war against the Bloodless and a ruthless king determined to rule the world.
Stephanie’s writing continues to shine with vivid detail and emotional depth. She paints every scene so clearly that you can see the world unfolding before you. The pacing is steady throughout—slower in a few moments, but always for a purpose, often leading up to powerful revelations that hit hard when they land.
Allorie’s growth in this book is phenomenal. She finally finds the missing pieces of her heart, and witnessing her transformation and strength at the end was incredibly rewarding. And Maxus… I still adore him. He’s steadfast, supportive, and always the grounding force Allorie needs, reminding her to pause and breathe even when the world is falling apart.
That’s all I’ll say—no spoilers—but if I could go back in time and read this trilogy again for the first time, I absolutely would. It’s been a breathtaking, emotional, and magical ride from start to finish.
I want to thank Stephanie Fernandez for the opportunity to review this book.
October 12, 2025
What an emotional and unforgettable conclusion to a series that has completely captured my heart.
Watching Allorie’s growth across all three books has been such a powerful and inspiring experience. In this final instalment, she steps fully into her strength. Not just in terms of her powers, but in embracing who she is at her core. Her kindness, compassion, and resilience shine brighter than ever, and the message woven throughout (that kindness is a strength, not a weakness) hit so deeply. It’s a rare thing when a fantasy series manages to feel both epic and deeply personal, but Steph has done exactly that.
This book is packed with tension, heartbreak, and plenty of spice. I was on the edge of my seat one chapter and tearing up in public the next. The emotional payoff was everything I hoped for and more!
And the epilogue…I don’t think I was prepared for how much that final chapter would affect me. Saying goodbye to these characters who I’ve come to care so deeply about was genuinely hard. It felt like saying goodbye to old friends.
This series has become incredibly special to me, and it’s one I know I’ll return to again and again. If you're a fan of fantasy romance, slow-burn tension, found family, or books like ACOTAR or Fourth Wing, do yourself a favour and pick up this series. You won’t regret it.
Watching Allorie’s growth across all three books has been such a powerful and inspiring experience. In this final instalment, she steps fully into her strength. Not just in terms of her powers, but in embracing who she is at her core. Her kindness, compassion, and resilience shine brighter than ever, and the message woven throughout (that kindness is a strength, not a weakness) hit so deeply. It’s a rare thing when a fantasy series manages to feel both epic and deeply personal, but Steph has done exactly that.
This book is packed with tension, heartbreak, and plenty of spice. I was on the edge of my seat one chapter and tearing up in public the next. The emotional payoff was everything I hoped for and more!
And the epilogue…I don’t think I was prepared for how much that final chapter would affect me. Saying goodbye to these characters who I’ve come to care so deeply about was genuinely hard. It felt like saying goodbye to old friends.
This series has become incredibly special to me, and it’s one I know I’ll return to again and again. If you're a fan of fantasy romance, slow-burn tension, found family, or books like ACOTAR or Fourth Wing, do yourself a favour and pick up this series. You won’t regret it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 1, 2025
This is book 3 in The Palace Series and it was amazing! I love the characters and have loved seeing their character growth! You can especially see changes in Allorie in this book! Maxus has stolen my heart! This has been one of my very favorite series and I truly hope more readers will pick it up! There is betrayal, friendship, found family, good vs evil, love, magic, intrigue, action, more betrayal, fae and sirens! What are you waiting for?!
October 8, 2025
Wow… just wow… if I could have one genie wish and get to read this series for the first time again.. I cannot stress this enough, this was god-tier series. I feel so lucky to have enjoyed it and could not recommend this series enough! I was locked tf in on every page, I am so sad the journey is over!
November 23, 2025
This series totally deserves way more love! I was obsessed😍
It’s got it all: twists, feels, laughs, and those sneak-attack heartwarming moments that just hit different. The relationships are so well done! Whether it’s romance or friendships, you can really feel the journey everyone’s been on.
Don’t sleep on this one!
It’s got it all: twists, feels, laughs, and those sneak-attack heartwarming moments that just hit different. The relationships are so well done! Whether it’s romance or friendships, you can really feel the journey everyone’s been on.
Don’t sleep on this one!
December 11, 2025
Incredible read! I loved the adventure of this book and the story line felt like such a journey! I loved every moment. I LOVE all the characters so much, and the ending!!! OMG incredible. Wish I could forget it and read it again all over. Amazing, must read!! Definitely my favourite trilogy ever!
October 18, 2025
4.5⭐️ - RTC
November 6, 2025
I loved this third instalment.
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