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What Claws Beneath the Crown
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Expected 17 Feb 26After the Great War, the realm teeters on the brink of chaos, plagued by unrest and fragile alliances. The Unseelie Court has long been dormant and nearly forgotten. Until now.
Princess Zara of Masseda would do anything to avoid becoming queen. Reckless and selfish, she longs to be free from the crushing weight of her crown. But when her stepmother forces her into an arranged marriage to Prince Leer of Lanray, Zara has no choice but to accept her fate. Unable to shift like most Fae, Zara is seen as a liability, especially by Leer's brooding and arrogant squire, Alfrie.
Haunted by his tragic past, Alfrie owes his life to Prince Leer. Supporting the prince’s engagement to Princess Zara is just another one of his duties and he expects Zara to be just like every other royal—spoiled and blissfully unaware of the world beyond their sheltered lives at court. And when they meet, Zara’s clumsy magic and childish behavior prove him right.
But after a brutal attack on Masseda by the Unseelie court, Alfrie is tasked with teaching Zara to hone her shifting abilities to prepare for an imminent battle, igniting a forbidden spark between them. In the midst of buried secrets and the looming threat of war, they discover their shared enemy may be closer than they imagined, and Zara’s greatest threat might be the one man she can’t resist.
Princess Zara of Masseda would do anything to avoid becoming queen. Reckless and selfish, she longs to be free from the crushing weight of her crown. But when her stepmother forces her into an arranged marriage to Prince Leer of Lanray, Zara has no choice but to accept her fate. Unable to shift like most Fae, Zara is seen as a liability, especially by Leer's brooding and arrogant squire, Alfrie.
Haunted by his tragic past, Alfrie owes his life to Prince Leer. Supporting the prince’s engagement to Princess Zara is just another one of his duties and he expects Zara to be just like every other royal—spoiled and blissfully unaware of the world beyond their sheltered lives at court. And when they meet, Zara’s clumsy magic and childish behavior prove him right.
But after a brutal attack on Masseda by the Unseelie court, Alfrie is tasked with teaching Zara to hone her shifting abilities to prepare for an imminent battle, igniting a forbidden spark between them. In the midst of buried secrets and the looming threat of war, they discover their shared enemy may be closer than they imagined, and Zara’s greatest threat might be the one man she can’t resist.
- GenresRomantasy
372 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 17, 2026
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Jen Drapp
10 books133 followersJen Drapp, who writes under this and also under the name of J.D. Corbett, was raised in Charleston, South Carolina. As a girl, she was obsessed with learning and reading about historical and fictional characters; one of her favorites being Scarlett O'Hara. Jen has always loved writing, whether it was short stories about made-up worlds or even essays for school. She has five contemporary romances published and continues to learn and grow as an author. Jen currently lives in Northern Virginia with her husband, daughter, and a 4 year-old Cattle Dog.
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
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I am honored to have been selected to review What Claws Beneath the Crown by @Jen Drapp . This is set for release February 17th, 2026.
I loved this story so much! I cant wait for this to be released! It will definitely be going on my shelf as a book trophy! This is an inspired by Snow White story and the theme is there. I loved there's some twists and turns you dont see coming but also some that you do. The Step Mother i know i shouldn't like , but she did have some good lines that had me cackling. The MMC's Alfrie and Leer i was really torn between for most of the book but I think the story clears that up. Our FMC is an unruly princess in a peaceful kingdom. She is anything but a traditional princess in her relam. Book 2 is going to be epic and I am already ready to see how we go from here!
Spoiler free review!
I am honored to have been selected to review What Claws Beneath the Crown by @Jen Drapp . This is set for release February 17th, 2026.
I loved this story so much! I cant wait for this to be released! It will definitely be going on my shelf as a book trophy! This is an inspired by Snow White story and the theme is there. I loved there's some twists and turns you dont see coming but also some that you do. The Step Mother i know i shouldn't like , but she did have some good lines that had me cackling. The MMC's Alfrie and Leer i was really torn between for most of the book but I think the story clears that up. Our FMC is an unruly princess in a peaceful kingdom. She is anything but a traditional princess in her relam. Book 2 is going to be epic and I am already ready to see how we go from here!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to Netgalley and Jennifer Drapp for this eARC.
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
⭐️ 3.5/5
🌶 2/5
🧠 4/10
Cliffhanger: 3/10
Noteworthy: Book 1 of an incomplete series. Dual first-person POV. Expected publication date is 2/17/2026.
The Seelie and Unseelie kingdoms have ended a war resulting in the Seelie coming out on top and the Unseelie fading away into obscurity. Princess Zara wants no part of an arranged marriage needed to stabilize the kingdom but duty can only be put off for so long. This book sets the stage for the series walking us through Zara coming to terms with it while at the same time fighting a pesky attraction to her betrothed's best friend who is an instant thorn in her side.
I can't go into a lot of details without spoiling the story but what I can tell you is that things are not always as they seem. If you like trying to puzzle out a story as you go along you will love this one. My biggest issue was the characters not picking up on clues quicker. But as you read you start to understand there are reasons that may be happening.The FMC was not smart and honestly I don't think she cared to be. She was also incredibly self centered because 'Princess'. She gets a bit better by the end and the silver lining is she has plenty of room for growth and I expect we will see that in the next book.
This was a quick read and was fun at times as I do love a good twisty turny story. It was also a little spicier than I expected but at the same time it's a slow burn for the main couple.
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
⭐️ 3.5/5
🌶 2/5
🧠 4/10
Cliffhanger: 3/10
Noteworthy: Book 1 of an incomplete series. Dual first-person POV. Expected publication date is 2/17/2026.
The Seelie and Unseelie kingdoms have ended a war resulting in the Seelie coming out on top and the Unseelie fading away into obscurity. Princess Zara wants no part of an arranged marriage needed to stabilize the kingdom but duty can only be put off for so long. This book sets the stage for the series walking us through Zara coming to terms with it while at the same time fighting a pesky attraction to her betrothed's best friend who is an instant thorn in her side.
I can't go into a lot of details without spoiling the story but what I can tell you is that things are not always as they seem. If you like trying to puzzle out a story as you go along you will love this one. My biggest issue was the characters not picking up on clues quicker. But as you read you start to understand there are reasons that may be happening.The FMC was not smart and honestly I don't think she cared to be. She was also incredibly self centered because 'Princess'. She gets a bit better by the end and the silver lining is she has plenty of room for growth and I expect we will see that in the next book.
This was a quick read and was fun at times as I do love a good twisty turny story. It was also a little spicier than I expected but at the same time it's a slow burn for the main couple.
Review of advance copy
listen, did I pick this book completely off vibes? yes. the title, the cover, the description. perfection 🤌🏻.
I have to thank Netgalley for providing the venue for acquiring this ARC and for introducing me to Jen Drapp... go follow her on insta.
anyways, let's get to the book review. This story was completely in my genre, I love a good romantic fantasy and have read a ton of them... I have NEVER read one like this. punch me in the face with a plot twist in the last chapter and leave me with my mouth hanging open at the end. HOW DARE YOU, JENNIFER! I highly recommend this read so you too can be as indignant as I am that the sequel is not available yet 🤣
I have to thank Netgalley for providing the venue for acquiring this ARC and for introducing me to Jen Drapp... go follow her on insta.
anyways, let's get to the book review. This story was completely in my genre, I love a good romantic fantasy and have read a ton of them... I have NEVER read one like this. punch me in the face with a plot twist in the last chapter and leave me with my mouth hanging open at the end. HOW DARE YOU, JENNIFER! I highly recommend this read so you too can be as indignant as I am that the sequel is not available yet 🤣
January 18, 2026
What Claws Beneath the Crown by Jen Drapp is a wonderful mix of a Snow White retelling and fae lore, sprinkled with a good amount of spice. The story follows Zara, a sheltered, selfish, irresponsible, and seemingly magic-less princess who is forced into an arranged marriage. We meet Prince Leer, her betrothed, whom she quickly is enamored by; and Alfrie, Leer’s friend and squire, who initially is irritated by Zara, but a reluctant friendship builds that eventually turns into forbidden feelings. After an attack by an enemy court, Alfrie is charged with teaching the princess to shift, and in true fairytale fashion the story really begins when the safety ends.
This was a really fun read. I especially loved the character dynamics and the fairy-tale tone of the prose. I really enjoyed the interweaving concepts of the classic Grimm tale, like the lacing of Zara’s corset too tight as well as fae lore, like shifting and Seelie vs Unseelie courts. The main characters were all very memorable, and I enjoyed the character development of side characters as well. There are well rounded friendships and conflicts between the characters. The writing flowed easily, and I found myself settling into the world quickly.
There were parts I struggled with. As a reader, I would have like to be trusted a tad more. I found the story to be very predictable, and not in the sense of knowing what happens in the classic tale. I found the foreshadowing was overused because it was the same throughout most scenes. It made the story seem self-aware.
Overall What Claws Beneath the Crown is a fun reimagining of a classic tale and folklore that I’d definitely recommend to fans of romantic fantasy.
Thank you to Jen Drapp and NetGalley for the eARC.
This was a really fun read. I especially loved the character dynamics and the fairy-tale tone of the prose. I really enjoyed the interweaving concepts of the classic Grimm tale, like the lacing of Zara’s corset too tight as well as fae lore, like shifting and Seelie vs Unseelie courts. The main characters were all very memorable, and I enjoyed the character development of side characters as well. There are well rounded friendships and conflicts between the characters. The writing flowed easily, and I found myself settling into the world quickly.
There were parts I struggled with. As a reader, I would have like to be trusted a tad more. I found the story to be very predictable, and not in the sense of knowing what happens in the classic tale. I found the foreshadowing was overused because it was the same throughout most scenes. It made the story seem self-aware.
Overall What Claws Beneath the Crown is a fun reimagining of a classic tale and folklore that I’d definitely recommend to fans of romantic fantasy.
Thank you to Jen Drapp and NetGalley for the eARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you NetGalley for giving me access to thisn advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.
What Claws Beneath the Crown by Jen Drapp offers a darker take on a Snow White–inspired romantasy, blending familiar fairy-tale elements with shifters and a more morally complicated tone.
The story follows a sheltered, spoiled princess who begins the book lacking both direction and confidence in her own abilities, while being quite self-absorbed and inclined towards reprehensible behaviours. Her arc focuses on self-discovery—learning who she is beyond the crown and what she may be capable of when forced to stand on her own. While her growth is gradual, it forms the emotional backbone of the novel.
Romance plays a meaningful role, though it’s often tangled with manipulation and uncertainty rather than idealized affection. Mysteries surrounding legacy, power, and hidden truths drive much of the plot, giving the story a sense of tension and forward momentum. The inclusion of shifters adds an interesting layer to the world and reinforces the darker twist on the classic tale.
As the opening book in a series, What Claws Beneath the Crown focuses on setting up characters, conflicts, and themes rather than delivering full resolution. Readers who enjoy fairy-tale retellings with a slower-burn character arc, romantic tension, and shadowed motivations may find this an intriguing place to begin.
What Claws Beneath the Crown by Jen Drapp offers a darker take on a Snow White–inspired romantasy, blending familiar fairy-tale elements with shifters and a more morally complicated tone.
The story follows a sheltered, spoiled princess who begins the book lacking both direction and confidence in her own abilities, while being quite self-absorbed and inclined towards reprehensible behaviours. Her arc focuses on self-discovery—learning who she is beyond the crown and what she may be capable of when forced to stand on her own. While her growth is gradual, it forms the emotional backbone of the novel.
Romance plays a meaningful role, though it’s often tangled with manipulation and uncertainty rather than idealized affection. Mysteries surrounding legacy, power, and hidden truths drive much of the plot, giving the story a sense of tension and forward momentum. The inclusion of shifters adds an interesting layer to the world and reinforces the darker twist on the classic tale.
As the opening book in a series, What Claws Beneath the Crown focuses on setting up characters, conflicts, and themes rather than delivering full resolution. Readers who enjoy fairy-tale retellings with a slower-burn character arc, romantic tension, and shadowed motivations may find this an intriguing place to begin.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley and Jen Drapp for allowing me to review this book as an eArc!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I became very invested in the story. I like that the MCs are not what you would expect, especially the MMC. They each deal with their own problems and insecurities which make you root for them most of the time, sometimes the FMC was just frustrating but her character grows throughout the book. There is a fairytale aspect of Snow White but I didn't find it overtly noticeable throughout the novel until closer to the end of the book.
There are plot twists in this book that left me reeling (but in a good way) and not everything is as it appears. There is spice in this book but with the main MCs it is a very slow burn (it does build throughout). I am excited to see where this story will go and anxiously await book 2! I would recommend this book to those that love enemies to lovers, slow burn romantasy.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I became very invested in the story. I like that the MCs are not what you would expect, especially the MMC. They each deal with their own problems and insecurities which make you root for them most of the time, sometimes the FMC was just frustrating but her character grows throughout the book. There is a fairytale aspect of Snow White but I didn't find it overtly noticeable throughout the novel until closer to the end of the book.
There are plot twists in this book that left me reeling (but in a good way) and not everything is as it appears. There is spice in this book but with the main MCs it is a very slow burn (it does build throughout). I am excited to see where this story will go and anxiously await book 2! I would recommend this book to those that love enemies to lovers, slow burn romantasy.
January 18, 2026
This book took a bit for me to get into. The beginning is pretty slow, but when the plot starts plotting? I couldn’t put it down. There’s romance, forbidden attraction 👀, spice, secrets, betrayal and some of my theories were right but 90% of the big “ah ha!” Moments, I DEFINITELY didn’t see coming! The FMC kind of drove me nuts in the first half of the book but her character development was so good. Multiple twists that I fully saw coming and some I didn’t see AT ALL. I honestly can’t wait to read the second book, because there has to be a second or I’ll riot. This book comes out February 17th and will be a favorite this year for sure!
🖤Thank you NetGalley and Jen Drapp for the opportunity to read and review this book early!🖤
🖤Thank you NetGalley and Jen Drapp for the opportunity to read and review this book early!🖤
January 17, 2026
I was lucky enough for the author of this to send me an ARC copy and I am SO GLAD she did! It gave me allllll the feels, my emotions were like a roller coaster. I was gripped from the start, it was straight in with the story, enough world building that I could imagine it but not too much where it goes on and on and I get bored. Everytime I thought I knew where it was going I’d end up questioning myself and changing my mind. I flew through this book and HIGHLY recommend. I can’t wait to read more of Jen’s books and hopefully we get a book 2 for this because I can’t wait to see what happens next!!
Jen, if you read your reviews, you have a real talent x
Jen, if you read your reviews, you have a real talent x
Review of advance copy received from Author
If only I could give this book more than 5 stars. I am a sucker for fairy tale retellings that have their own plot with just hints of the older tale woven in. Jen Drapp nailed the retelling with her own original plot in such a cohesive way. You’ve got a spoiled fae princess, an evil stepmother, a gorgeous prince who might have a dark secret, his trusted friend who has his own side story. I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait to see what book 2 brings!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
A sincere thank you to NetGalley for the advanced reading copy (eARC) of this title. The Lit Whisperer’s analysis finds this to be a compelling and atmospheric read, earning a solid 4 stars.
Overall, the world-building is good and the characters are well-developed, making for an immersive experience. I particularly enjoyed the tension between the main character, Zara, and her "enemy." That friction kept the pages turning! However, I did struggle with the love triangle between Zara and the two male leads; it felt a bit forced for my taste.
⚠️ SPOILER ALERT: I found it frustrating that Leer wanted to kill Zara so abruptly ("just like that"), and I wasn't a fan of Alfrie being used as a mere pawn in the larger game.
Despite those plot points, it remains a good story with a very strong atmosphere.
Follow me for more reviews @TheLitWhisperer.
Overall, the world-building is good and the characters are well-developed, making for an immersive experience. I particularly enjoyed the tension between the main character, Zara, and her "enemy." That friction kept the pages turning! However, I did struggle with the love triangle between Zara and the two male leads; it felt a bit forced for my taste.
⚠️ SPOILER ALERT: I found it frustrating that Leer wanted to kill Zara so abruptly ("just like that"), and I wasn't a fan of Alfrie being used as a mere pawn in the larger game.
Despite those plot points, it remains a good story with a very strong atmosphere.
Follow me for more reviews @TheLitWhisperer.
January 6, 2026
I received an ARC and absolutely loved it! Entranced from the start… I’m already anxiously awaiting book 2.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This year has been off to such a strong start, and I’ve been lucky enough to read some truly great ARCs What Claws Beneath the Crown is definitely one of them.
Set in a fae realm still recovering from the Great War, this story follows Princess Zara of Masseda, who wants nothing to do with the crown or the arranged marriage tying her to Prince Leer of Lanray. Considered weak because she can’t shift like other fae, Zara is forced into training after a brutal attack and into close proximity with Alfie, the prince’s brooding squire.
I really enjoyed Zara as a main character. She doesn’t fit the mold of a typical princess, and that made her easy to root for. The dynamic between Zara, her betrothed, and his squire added great tension to the story especially with not one but two MMCs in play. As a Disney girly, I also loved the subtle Snow White inspired elements woven into the narrative.
The court intrigue, forbidden attraction, and looming threat of war kept me engaged throughout. While I did wish Zara had a bit more character growth by the end, this was still a solid and enjoyable read that I’m glad to have started my year with.
A fun romantasy with fae politics, tension, and just enough darkness to keep things interesting.
Thank you Jennifer Drapp and NetGalley for this ARC!
Set in a fae realm still recovering from the Great War, this story follows Princess Zara of Masseda, who wants nothing to do with the crown or the arranged marriage tying her to Prince Leer of Lanray. Considered weak because she can’t shift like other fae, Zara is forced into training after a brutal attack and into close proximity with Alfie, the prince’s brooding squire.
I really enjoyed Zara as a main character. She doesn’t fit the mold of a typical princess, and that made her easy to root for. The dynamic between Zara, her betrothed, and his squire added great tension to the story especially with not one but two MMCs in play. As a Disney girly, I also loved the subtle Snow White inspired elements woven into the narrative.
The court intrigue, forbidden attraction, and looming threat of war kept me engaged throughout. While I did wish Zara had a bit more character growth by the end, this was still a solid and enjoyable read that I’m glad to have started my year with.
A fun romantasy with fae politics, tension, and just enough darkness to keep things interesting.
Thank you Jennifer Drapp and NetGalley for this ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Okay, I am going to need book two ASAP!!
I found this to be an easy romantic fantasy read and I really connected with the characters.
In the beginning, the FMC, Zara, is a stubborn and somewhat naïve Fae princess who is trying to navigate her way through court life. She has a bit of a wild side and ignores the rules placed upon her most of the time. But, due to certain events, she is forced to grow up and take up her role as princess.
Meanwhile, we have not one but TWO MMCs, which gives us a love triangle situation. An arranged marriage is decided and that's where the problems start to arise. Enemies of the court are lurking around every corner and they are willing to do anything to get what they want.
There are also themes of Snow White present throughout the book that I loved!
My only note is that, as the reader, I knew way more than the characters. There were some pretty heavy hints dropped and I was able to figure out where we were going. This made it a bit frustrating when the characters had a hard time piecing it all together.
I found this to be an easy romantic fantasy read and I really connected with the characters.
In the beginning, the FMC, Zara, is a stubborn and somewhat naïve Fae princess who is trying to navigate her way through court life. She has a bit of a wild side and ignores the rules placed upon her most of the time. But, due to certain events, she is forced to grow up and take up her role as princess.
Meanwhile, we have not one but TWO MMCs, which gives us a love triangle situation. An arranged marriage is decided and that's where the problems start to arise. Enemies of the court are lurking around every corner and they are willing to do anything to get what they want.
There are also themes of Snow White present throughout the book that I loved!
My only note is that, as the reader, I knew way more than the characters. There were some pretty heavy hints dropped and I was able to figure out where we were going. This made it a bit frustrating when the characters had a hard time piecing it all together.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you to the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
A friend of mine raved about this story, so naturally I had to pick it up. And once I was pulled in, I had a hard time putting it down! This Snow-White inspired romantasy was such a fun and captivating read. Even when I started to anticipate a few elements of the story, I found myself fully invested in seeing how everything would unfold.
The dual POVs gave more insight to the characters as we watch Zara's story unfold. The romantic tension was engaging, the twists kept me hooked and by the end, I was gripping my Kindle and wishing I already had the next book!
That ending definitely caught me off guard and I cannot wait to continue the story
This was a great read and one I'd happily recommend to romantasy fans
A friend of mine raved about this story, so naturally I had to pick it up. And once I was pulled in, I had a hard time putting it down! This Snow-White inspired romantasy was such a fun and captivating read. Even when I started to anticipate a few elements of the story, I found myself fully invested in seeing how everything would unfold.
The dual POVs gave more insight to the characters as we watch Zara's story unfold. The romantic tension was engaging, the twists kept me hooked and by the end, I was gripping my Kindle and wishing I already had the next book!
That ending definitely caught me off guard and I cannot wait to continue the story
This was a great read and one I'd happily recommend to romantasy fans
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Disliked the characters. Love the plot.
After the FMC explained the biggest war her people had faced and described who the “villains” were, I immediately figured out who the true antagonists were. The fact that no one else seemed to catch on made it obvious that many of the characters lack critical thinking skills and the ability to connect very obvious dots.
I generally hate love triangles because I dislike emotional uncertainty. However, towards the end, the FMC’s conflicting emotions were explained, and the hints dropped throughout the story made sense. The author does a great job at conveying the emotional confusion that the FMC is going through as a result of another's magic manipulation.
The FMC had almost no personal character development, and even in the final pages, she still managed to frustrate me by not thinking about the bigger picture. Overall, she is selfish, but it fits for a sheltered royal.
3.75
Thank you Jen Drapp & NetGalley for the ARC!
After the FMC explained the biggest war her people had faced and described who the “villains” were, I immediately figured out who the true antagonists were. The fact that no one else seemed to catch on made it obvious that many of the characters lack critical thinking skills and the ability to connect very obvious dots.
I generally hate love triangles because I dislike emotional uncertainty. However, towards the end, the FMC’s conflicting emotions were explained, and the hints dropped throughout the story made sense. The author does a great job at conveying the emotional confusion that the FMC is going through as a result of another's magic manipulation.
The FMC had almost no personal character development, and even in the final pages, she still managed to frustrate me by not thinking about the bigger picture. Overall, she is selfish, but it fits for a sheltered royal.
3.75
Thank you Jen Drapp & NetGalley for the ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
WOW! I don’t have enough words to express how good this book was. I went into it knowing it was a Snow White retelling, so obviously I knew what the ultimate outcome would be but man if I didn’t spend the whole book thinking “but maybe it’ll work out.” Spoiler alert, it did not. But what would a fairy tale retelling be if it didn’t take the bones of the story and make it a million times better?!?!The characters were all very compelling, the relationships very natural and the foreshadowing was just absolutely *chef’s kiss* perfect! There’s so many little seeds throughout the book of what the ending is and they all click into place at the same moment, it is just beautiful. I would absolutely recommend this book to any lover of fantasy romance and an eagerly awaiting the sequel!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Princess Zara doesn't want to be queen - she would rather sneak off and have fun. Her stepmother, however, has different plans. Her stepmother ends up forcing her into an arranged marriage with the prince of a neighboring kingdom, Prince Leer.
Alfrie owes a life debt to the prince, and is used to cleaning up after his messes. He views the spoilt princess as another person that he is going to have to clean up after as well. After an attack by the Unseelie court, he ends up having to try and teach Zara how to try and find her magic.
This book has so many twists, and I am looking forward to reading the next book to see what happens next.
Alfrie owes a life debt to the prince, and is used to cleaning up after his messes. He views the spoilt princess as another person that he is going to have to clean up after as well. After an attack by the Unseelie court, he ends up having to try and teach Zara how to try and find her magic.
This book has so many twists, and I am looking forward to reading the next book to see what happens next.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
3.5 ⭐️
Okay, so… this had a strong start and stayed consistent throughout. It’s a pretty typical romantasy: a princess forced into an arranged marriage, discovering her powers, and falling in love along the way. I definitely caught the signs about the husband-to-be early on, so I can’t say I was surprised.
I’m sure most romantasy fans would absolutely eat this up. For me, though, it’s just one of those cases where I’m craving something less typical and a bit more fresh. That said, it was still a good read overall.
Okay, so… this had a strong start and stayed consistent throughout. It’s a pretty typical romantasy: a princess forced into an arranged marriage, discovering her powers, and falling in love along the way. I definitely caught the signs about the husband-to-be early on, so I can’t say I was surprised.
I’m sure most romantasy fans would absolutely eat this up. For me, though, it’s just one of those cases where I’m craving something less typical and a bit more fresh. That said, it was still a good read overall.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I recieved this as an ARC from Netgalley. My thoughts are that in the beginning of the book, it was dragging and the pace was so slow. It was hard to follow on the writing because I quite didn’t understand the characters in the story. Towards the end, it got interesting and the only thing that got my attention was the creature animal. Overall, this is just okay reading but I just won’t recommend it.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This retelling of Snow White brings twists and turns you will not see coming! Personally, I did not enjoy how vapid Zara is portrayed, but considering her place and the absolutely ANGST it brings Alfie, it does make sense and link into the plot. The push and pull between FMC and MMC feels very high school romance. The ending will THROW YOU.
Thank you to NetGalley and Jen Drapp for allowing me to review this ARC!
Thank you to NetGalley and Jen Drapp for allowing me to review this ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received this book as an arc and fell in loooooove by the end of the first chapter. The characters are intriguing, the storyline has great pacing and the overall plot is fun and exciting. Definitely a page turner!
I loved the spunk of the heroine and really enjoyed her character arc.
A definite rainy weekend curl up in your favorite blanket and escape book!
I loved the spunk of the heroine and really enjoyed her character arc.
A definite rainy weekend curl up in your favorite blanket and escape book!
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