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The Noble Exiles #2
A Rebellion of Ravens
Outlander meets Two Twisted Crowns in this swashbuckling and spicy historical romantasy, the second book in the Noble Exiles series and the sequel to A Tempest of Ravens.
WINTER 1651. SCOTLAND IS LOST.
Maeve and Eamon set sail for the Continent to find the exiled, defeated king and beg for his help. While braving the cruel North Sea, Maeve unleashes a new and deadly form of magic, one that could trap her in the eerie world of her visions if she gives in to its power.
Back in the Highlands, Aeneas leads a desperate uprising against the occupying English forces. Yet when a long-buried family secret comes to light, it could change the course of the war—and the rules of magic—forever.
To keep the rebellion alive, Aeneas must choose between love and duty, and Maeve must survive the cutthroat politics of court. For if the king discovers her increasingly volatile abilities, she’ll become the most powerful pawn in his game—and lose herself in the process.
Based on true events, A REBELLION OF RAVENS is the second book in the Noble Exiles series, and the sequel to A Tempest of Ravens.
This witchy historical romantasy is perfect for fans of multi-POV stories with slow-burn romance, open-door spice, sweeping adventure, moody fantasy, and court intrigue—and books like Outlander, Two Twisted Crowns, and The Three Musketeers.
Praise for A REBELLION OF RAVENS:
"This is a story that pulls no punches, isn’t afraid to go there, and leaves us begging and aching for more. I am literally obsessed." - Nicole Evans, author of Blood Price and The Beckoned and The Bound
Praise for A Tempest of Ravens:
"This book was a deep witchy exorcism/therapy for my soul." - early reader review
"Like stepping into a dream you never want to leave. Enchanting, evocative, and steeped in the kind of mystical lore that lingers long after the final page." - early reader review
WINTER 1651. SCOTLAND IS LOST.
Maeve and Eamon set sail for the Continent to find the exiled, defeated king and beg for his help. While braving the cruel North Sea, Maeve unleashes a new and deadly form of magic, one that could trap her in the eerie world of her visions if she gives in to its power.
Back in the Highlands, Aeneas leads a desperate uprising against the occupying English forces. Yet when a long-buried family secret comes to light, it could change the course of the war—and the rules of magic—forever.
To keep the rebellion alive, Aeneas must choose between love and duty, and Maeve must survive the cutthroat politics of court. For if the king discovers her increasingly volatile abilities, she’ll become the most powerful pawn in his game—and lose herself in the process.
Based on true events, A REBELLION OF RAVENS is the second book in the Noble Exiles series, and the sequel to A Tempest of Ravens.
This witchy historical romantasy is perfect for fans of multi-POV stories with slow-burn romance, open-door spice, sweeping adventure, moody fantasy, and court intrigue—and books like Outlander, Two Twisted Crowns, and The Three Musketeers.
Praise for A REBELLION OF RAVENS:
"This is a story that pulls no punches, isn’t afraid to go there, and leaves us begging and aching for more. I am literally obsessed." - Nicole Evans, author of Blood Price and The Beckoned and The Bound
Praise for A Tempest of Ravens:
"This book was a deep witchy exorcism/therapy for my soul." - early reader review
"Like stepping into a dream you never want to leave. Enchanting, evocative, and steeped in the kind of mystical lore that lingers long after the final page." - early reader review
425 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 7, 2026
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August 28, 2026
Thank ya nerdfam for the arc of this book!
This book had so much packed into it. And that ending was so intense!! I need book 3 right now!
This book had so much packed into it. And that ending was so intense!! I need book 3 right now!
Review of advance copy received from Author
That ending?? I'm shook.
A Rebellion of Ravens was a great second installment to the series, overall. While it took me a little bit of time to get into it with the new, different POV, I ultimately found myself invested in everyone's stories...and surprisingly found myself very fond of some new characters, too!
I loved the rich world-building, rooted in history with its sides of magic - you can clearly see the author's passion for history and I loved that so very much.
With its twists and turns, A Rebellion of Ravens was such a fun read overall and I can't wait to see what happens in the next book!
Thanks to the author for sending a free ARC, this did not, in any way, influence my thoughts and review.
A Rebellion of Ravens was a great second installment to the series, overall. While it took me a little bit of time to get into it with the new, different POV, I ultimately found myself invested in everyone's stories...and surprisingly found myself very fond of some new characters, too!
I loved the rich world-building, rooted in history with its sides of magic - you can clearly see the author's passion for history and I loved that so very much.
With its twists and turns, A Rebellion of Ravens was such a fun read overall and I can't wait to see what happens in the next book!
Thanks to the author for sending a free ARC, this did not, in any way, influence my thoughts and review.
June 23, 2026
WHAT KIND OF ENDING WHAT THAT?!?
Seriously though, wow.
I loved book 1, Tempest of Ravens, and this, book 2 - just as good! I am a HUGE fan of Outlander so that’s what drew me in with the first book so I knew I had to get this one too. The similarities between this one and Dragonfly in Amber (Outlander book 2) are cool. King Charles in this one makes you want to slap him like you did in Outlander! At least I didn’t have to read “mark me” all the time (he did say it once in this book).
EA Bard’s writing is beautiful and A Rebellion of Ravens is a beautiful gothic-like fantasy that will pull you in and keep you until you reach the last page (and then want to scream, lol).
If you love magic, history, and epic love story, and found family, please, I beg you, read book 1 and then this!!
Many thanks for the ARC to read and review. Now I am stalking her Instagram to keep up with her word count on book 3 to know when she’s done!’
Seriously though, wow.
I loved book 1, Tempest of Ravens, and this, book 2 - just as good! I am a HUGE fan of Outlander so that’s what drew me in with the first book so I knew I had to get this one too. The similarities between this one and Dragonfly in Amber (Outlander book 2) are cool. King Charles in this one makes you want to slap him like you did in Outlander! At least I didn’t have to read “mark me” all the time (he did say it once in this book).
EA Bard’s writing is beautiful and A Rebellion of Ravens is a beautiful gothic-like fantasy that will pull you in and keep you until you reach the last page (and then want to scream, lol).
If you love magic, history, and epic love story, and found family, please, I beg you, read book 1 and then this!!
Many thanks for the ARC to read and review. Now I am stalking her Instagram to keep up with her word count on book 3 to know when she’s done!’
September 30, 2026
Listen, I loved the first book of the series, but this one? WOW.
Once the ball got rolling, I was HOOKED. I never wanted to put it down. The multi-POV added such a wonderful layer to this story, and I became increasingly invested in everybody's perspectives, even those characters I wasn't initially sold on. (I'm sorry, Aeneas, forgive me.) This book also added a ton of character & locale diversity into the mix, and I loved that. Every scene was so uniquely engrossing.
The imagery was even more vivid than in the first book, too. At least for me. I felt so immersed all the time, like I could feel the fog rolling over my feet and hear whispers from the gray and smell perfumes and trees and biscuits. Gorgeous.
I cannot wait for the third and final installment of this trilogy!
Once the ball got rolling, I was HOOKED. I never wanted to put it down. The multi-POV added such a wonderful layer to this story, and I became increasingly invested in everybody's perspectives, even those characters I wasn't initially sold on. (I'm sorry, Aeneas, forgive me.) This book also added a ton of character & locale diversity into the mix, and I loved that. Every scene was so uniquely engrossing.
The imagery was even more vivid than in the first book, too. At least for me. I felt so immersed all the time, like I could feel the fog rolling over my feet and hear whispers from the gray and smell perfumes and trees and biscuits. Gorgeous.
I cannot wait for the third and final installment of this trilogy!
August 4, 2026
4 Stars!
⭐⭐⭐⭐
I really enjoyed being back in this world! E.A. Bard continues to blend Scottish history and fantasy so well, and you can really feel the amount of research and love that went into this series.
I loved getting to meet new characters and seeing the story expand through more POVs. It really made the world feel even bigger and raised the stakes as everything started coming together!
The pacing felt a little uneven at times, and Maeve and Eamon’s relationship took a bit more of a back seat this book and although I see why it did, I wish it hadn’t because I missed seeing more of their banter!
And that ending… yeah, I’m going to need book three immediately!!
**I received this eARC from The Nerd Fam. Thank you for this opportunity! All opinions are my own and I am leaving this review voluntarily. **
⭐⭐⭐⭐
I really enjoyed being back in this world! E.A. Bard continues to blend Scottish history and fantasy so well, and you can really feel the amount of research and love that went into this series.
I loved getting to meet new characters and seeing the story expand through more POVs. It really made the world feel even bigger and raised the stakes as everything started coming together!
The pacing felt a little uneven at times, and Maeve and Eamon’s relationship took a bit more of a back seat this book and although I see why it did, I wish it hadn’t because I missed seeing more of their banter!
And that ending… yeah, I’m going to need book three immediately!!
**I received this eARC from The Nerd Fam. Thank you for this opportunity! All opinions are my own and I am leaving this review voluntarily. **
August 6, 2026
“Men have all the power in the world, and yet you’d risk everything-your life, all we’ve worked and fought for-because of one insult and a few truths.”
Magic
Witchcraft
Found family
A war raging
Animal familiars
Royal courts
The war between Scotland and England rages on. Desperate to save her friends and family, Maeve and her husband take off in a pirate ship to find King Charles II and beg for help.
New lands,
new adventures,
new betrayals,
buried secrets uncovered
Old friends found
New friends made
Old friends found
This book is a roller coaster of emotions while you follow the story of the Macdonnell siblings as the fight for love and freedom. While bad luck follows them like a plague.
Magic
Witchcraft
Found family
A war raging
Animal familiars
Royal courts
The war between Scotland and England rages on. Desperate to save her friends and family, Maeve and her husband take off in a pirate ship to find King Charles II and beg for help.
New lands,
new adventures,
new betrayals,
buried secrets uncovered
Old friends found
New friends made
Old friends found
This book is a roller coaster of emotions while you follow the story of the Macdonnell siblings as the fight for love and freedom. While bad luck follows them like a plague.
August 12, 2026
I absolutely loved Tempest of Ravens, and somehow, book two, A Rebellion of Ravens, managed to be just as incredible! As a HUGE Outlander fan, the similarities to Dragonfly in Amber immediately pulled me in. And King Charles? Let’s just say he had me wanting to reach through the pages and slap him all over again! At least I was spared a constant stream of “mark me” this time… though he did manage to sneak it in once! EA Bard’s writing is absolutely beautiful, weaving history, magic, romance, and a gothic atmosphere into a story that completely consumes you. A Rebellion of Ravens grabs hold of you and refuses to let go until the very last page and then that ending leaves you screaming into the void! If you love magic, history, epic romance, rebellion, and found family, I am BEGGING you: read book one, then dive straight into this one!
August 12, 2026
That ending? Blew me off omg !
The story is entertaining and quite interesting, a story set in the 17th century, which blends Scottish History with a nice pinch of fantasy.
We are expanding overseas in this book, though! ^-^
The relationship of the MCs was not totally the focus of this book, so beware, people who wanted more of it, as there are long periods in the book where they don't or barely interact.
It's a multiple PoVs (more than 2) which can also be a bit frustrating, as some of these long stretches where it felt like nothing happened coincidentally happened many times when it wasn't Maeve or Eamon's PoV and so I felt like I ended up appreciating those PoVs even less because I started to associate them with the slow-pacing stretches.
The historical backdrop is such a delight though, and I really was waiting for each and every one of them with almost an impatience that actually surprised me quite a lot lol. Also, the way fantasy was woven into real historical events in such an immersive manner is so cool and makes the world of this book so realistic, so true—it just feels so possible! Love it!
Thank you to TheNerdFam for the review copy.
ARC provided by TheNerdFam in exchange for an honest review
The story is entertaining and quite interesting, a story set in the 17th century, which blends Scottish History with a nice pinch of fantasy.
We are expanding overseas in this book, though! ^-^
The relationship of the MCs was not totally the focus of this book, so beware, people who wanted more of it, as there are long periods in the book where they don't or barely interact.
It's a multiple PoVs (more than 2) which can also be a bit frustrating, as some of these long stretches where it felt like nothing happened coincidentally happened many times when it wasn't Maeve or Eamon's PoV and so I felt like I ended up appreciating those PoVs even less because I started to associate them with the slow-pacing stretches.
The historical backdrop is such a delight though, and I really was waiting for each and every one of them with almost an impatience that actually surprised me quite a lot lol. Also, the way fantasy was woven into real historical events in such an immersive manner is so cool and makes the world of this book so realistic, so true—it just feels so possible! Love it!
Thank you to TheNerdFam for the review copy.
ARC provided by TheNerdFam in exchange for an honest review
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
After reading her debut “A Tempest of Ravens”, I was naturally excited to read her sequel “A Rebellion of Ravens ” as an ARC and my expectations were far and above surpassed! The prose is ferociously gorgeous, the attention to detail is astounding and how she transports readers to the 1650s and evokes the environment is beyond masterful. I was left gobsmacked at the end and craving for the third book to be released immediately!
I deeply appreciated how in this second book the multiple points of views. Given the time period, it’s a good way to see how on multiple fronts the effects of the Anglo Scottish wars, Cromwell’s incursions and invasion, the machinations of European Courts and The Netherlands at the cusp of its power. “The past is a different country- they do things differently there.” Yet the author succeeds brilliantly in making these landscapes as if they were our home and we can smell the spices, the sea, Heather, roses, and the crisp coldness of the Scottish Highlands. It’s a rare skill she possesses, making historical events living and breathing such that we can relate to it fully.
Coming from the first book, not only with the inclusion of multiple POVs, you get to see how most of the main characters have developed, secrets being discovered, fears, vulnerabilities, and heartache which add such depth to these characters. I was pleasantly surprised at Aeneas’s development from being someone totally subsumed by the roles society, his family ,and clan nobility placed on him to becoming someone who’s seeing what his purpose is and what he wants and acknowledging of his family’s powers. The way he accepts his family members as well as grows to understand Maeve adds to his development. And his love interest ….. without giving spoilers, I loved them both and I want them as endgame!
Maeve and Eamons developments together and as individuals highlights their fears, vulnerabilities but most importantly their best qualities. Eamons devotion to Maeve is everything and his dueling skills are still on point. Maeve’s development of her magical skills run parallel to her increasing self assurance and self esteem in believing in herself. Eamon and Maeve compliment one another so beautifully, their adoration of one another tugs at the heartstrings so deftly. And lastly who could forget our loveable Raven Cormac? Ever the same mercurial familiar that has me hooked utterly.
Overall I’m beyond heartbroken and floored at this second of this incredible series- this is how historical fiction should be! The author has set high standards for me in terms of historical fiction that I fear no one can match her research as well as her prose and vivid imagination. Which isn’t necessarily a problem as I’ll buy anything she writes. A spectacular novel, which left me gobsmacked for a week afterwards. I don’t know how I could possibly survive without knowing what’s next and at this point she owes me therapy bills.
I deeply appreciated how in this second book the multiple points of views. Given the time period, it’s a good way to see how on multiple fronts the effects of the Anglo Scottish wars, Cromwell’s incursions and invasion, the machinations of European Courts and The Netherlands at the cusp of its power. “The past is a different country- they do things differently there.” Yet the author succeeds brilliantly in making these landscapes as if they were our home and we can smell the spices, the sea, Heather, roses, and the crisp coldness of the Scottish Highlands. It’s a rare skill she possesses, making historical events living and breathing such that we can relate to it fully.
Coming from the first book, not only with the inclusion of multiple POVs, you get to see how most of the main characters have developed, secrets being discovered, fears, vulnerabilities, and heartache which add such depth to these characters. I was pleasantly surprised at Aeneas’s development from being someone totally subsumed by the roles society, his family ,and clan nobility placed on him to becoming someone who’s seeing what his purpose is and what he wants and acknowledging of his family’s powers. The way he accepts his family members as well as grows to understand Maeve adds to his development. And his love interest ….. without giving spoilers, I loved them both and I want them as endgame!
Maeve and Eamons developments together and as individuals highlights their fears, vulnerabilities but most importantly their best qualities. Eamons devotion to Maeve is everything and his dueling skills are still on point. Maeve’s development of her magical skills run parallel to her increasing self assurance and self esteem in believing in herself. Eamon and Maeve compliment one another so beautifully, their adoration of one another tugs at the heartstrings so deftly. And lastly who could forget our loveable Raven Cormac? Ever the same mercurial familiar that has me hooked utterly.
Overall I’m beyond heartbroken and floored at this second of this incredible series- this is how historical fiction should be! The author has set high standards for me in terms of historical fiction that I fear no one can match her research as well as her prose and vivid imagination. Which isn’t necessarily a problem as I’ll buy anything she writes. A spectacular novel, which left me gobsmacked for a week afterwards. I don’t know how I could possibly survive without knowing what’s next and at this point she owes me therapy bills.
July 28, 2026
After enjoying the premise of the series, I was excited to return to 1651 Scotland and continue Maeve’s journey. With the kingdom lost, Maeve and Eamon sailing across the unforgiving North Sea to seek the exiled king’s help, and Aeneas fighting to keep the Highland rebellion alive, the stakes felt incredibly high. Add dangerous magic, political scheming, hidden family secrets, and a war inspired by real history, and it had all the ingredients for an unforgettable sequel. ⚔️🦅✨
Unfortunately, the execution just didn’t work for me. 😔 The pacing felt very uneven throughout. Long stretches went by where it seemed like very little happened, making it difficult for me to stay invested. Then suddenly, several major events would happen all at once, only for the story to settle back into another slow section. That constant shift made it hard for me to fully connect with the momentum of the story. 📖💭
The multiple POVs also made it difficult for me to stay emotionally attached to any one character. Every time I started settling into someone’s storyline, the perspective changed again. By the end, I realized I wasn’t particularly invested in either the plot or the characters, which was disappointing because there was so much potential here. 💔
That said, there were definitely things I appreciated. ❤️ The historical backdrop remains one of my favorite parts of the series. I loved how real historical events were woven into the fantasy elements, giving the world a rich and immersive atmosphere. The deeper exploration of Maeve’s increasingly dangerous magic was fascinating, and I especially enjoyed the new family revelations and relationships that added more emotional depth to the story. Those moments reminded me why I picked up this series in the first place. ✨🖤
Perfect for readers who enjoy:
🦅 Multi-POV fantasy
⚔️ Historical romantasy inspired by real events
🖤 Slow-burn romance
🔮 Dangerous and evolving magic
👑 Court intrigue & political scheming
👨👩👧 Family secrets and complicated loyalties
🌊 Epic journeys across war-torn lands
📚 Outlander, Two Twisted Crowns, and The Three Musketeers vibes
Thank you so much to E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for providing me with an ARC.
Unfortunately, the execution just didn’t work for me. 😔 The pacing felt very uneven throughout. Long stretches went by where it seemed like very little happened, making it difficult for me to stay invested. Then suddenly, several major events would happen all at once, only for the story to settle back into another slow section. That constant shift made it hard for me to fully connect with the momentum of the story. 📖💭
The multiple POVs also made it difficult for me to stay emotionally attached to any one character. Every time I started settling into someone’s storyline, the perspective changed again. By the end, I realized I wasn’t particularly invested in either the plot or the characters, which was disappointing because there was so much potential here. 💔
That said, there were definitely things I appreciated. ❤️ The historical backdrop remains one of my favorite parts of the series. I loved how real historical events were woven into the fantasy elements, giving the world a rich and immersive atmosphere. The deeper exploration of Maeve’s increasingly dangerous magic was fascinating, and I especially enjoyed the new family revelations and relationships that added more emotional depth to the story. Those moments reminded me why I picked up this series in the first place. ✨🖤
Perfect for readers who enjoy:
🦅 Multi-POV fantasy
⚔️ Historical romantasy inspired by real events
🖤 Slow-burn romance
🔮 Dangerous and evolving magic
👑 Court intrigue & political scheming
👨👩👧 Family secrets and complicated loyalties
🌊 Epic journeys across war-torn lands
📚 Outlander, Two Twisted Crowns, and The Three Musketeers vibes
Thank you so much to E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for providing me with an ARC.
June 28, 2026
I really enjoyed returning to this world. Set in 1651 Scotland, A Rebellion of Ravens continues blending Scottish history with fantasy in a way that feels immersive without becoming overwhelming.
One thing I always appreciate is the pronunciation guide for the names and Gaelic words at the beginning. It’s such a thoughtful touch, and it shows the care E.A. Bard has put into both the history and the Scottish culture. You can tell she’s done a huge amount of research, and while she’s been open about changing a few dates and details to suit the story, it never took me out of the experience.
Maeve continues to be my favourite character. She’s strong, capable and has real agency, while Eamon remains such a supportive and genuinely likeable male lead without losing his own identity.
My biggest disappointment was that their relationship took more of a back seat this time. I really missed their conversations and flirty banter, and there were long stretches where they barely interacted. I also would have loved to see more conversations between Maeve and some of the other women introduced in the story.
I understand why the story broadens its focus, especially as this is the middle book in a series that’s building towards something bigger, but I found some of the additional points of view slowed the pacing a little. I often found myself wanting to get back to Maeve and Eamon’s story.
That said, I still really enjoyed being back in this world. I loved revisiting places in Scotland that I know, and seeing the story expand overseas was a really interesting addition. E.A. Bard’s writing strikes a great balance between historical detail and accessibility, and I’m looking forward to seeing how everything comes together in the next book.
Thank you to the author for this ARC copy.
One thing I always appreciate is the pronunciation guide for the names and Gaelic words at the beginning. It’s such a thoughtful touch, and it shows the care E.A. Bard has put into both the history and the Scottish culture. You can tell she’s done a huge amount of research, and while she’s been open about changing a few dates and details to suit the story, it never took me out of the experience.
Maeve continues to be my favourite character. She’s strong, capable and has real agency, while Eamon remains such a supportive and genuinely likeable male lead without losing his own identity.
My biggest disappointment was that their relationship took more of a back seat this time. I really missed their conversations and flirty banter, and there were long stretches where they barely interacted. I also would have loved to see more conversations between Maeve and some of the other women introduced in the story.
I understand why the story broadens its focus, especially as this is the middle book in a series that’s building towards something bigger, but I found some of the additional points of view slowed the pacing a little. I often found myself wanting to get back to Maeve and Eamon’s story.
That said, I still really enjoyed being back in this world. I loved revisiting places in Scotland that I know, and seeing the story expand overseas was a really interesting addition. E.A. Bard’s writing strikes a great balance between historical detail and accessibility, and I’m looking forward to seeing how everything comes together in the next book.
Thank you to the author for this ARC copy.
August 19, 2026
Apparently book one was just warming up because now Scotland has fallen, the rebellion is barely hanging on, Maeve’s magic has somehow gotten MORE terrifying, and everyone is making deeply questionable decisions in the name of love, duty, and survival. Exactly what I wanted.
I really loved how much bigger this sequel felt. We’re no longer just dealing with Maeve discovering what she’s capable of. Now those abilities have consequences, and the more powerful she becomes, the more dangerous that power is to her. Her new magic and the eerie world connected to her visions added such a deliciously unsettling layer to everything.
Meanwhile, Aeneas is back in the Highlands trying to keep a rebellion alive while family secrets start crawling out of the woodwork, because apparently fighting an occupying army wasn’t stressful enough.
The multiple POVs worked especially well here because there is SO much happening at once: rebellion, dangerous sea voyages, court politics, romance, family secrets, increasingly unhinged magic, and enough political scheming to make trusting literally anyone feel like a terrible idea.
And I really appreciated that the historical side continues to feel important rather than just being a pretty backdrop for the romance and magic. The stakes feel bigger, the world feels more dangerous, and the characters are forced into some genuinely messy choices between what they want and what they believe they owe everyone else.
Outlander meets Two Twisted Crowns with witches, rebellion, open door spice, court intrigue, and swashbuckling adventure? Yeah, that'll do it!
I really loved how much bigger this sequel felt. We’re no longer just dealing with Maeve discovering what she’s capable of. Now those abilities have consequences, and the more powerful she becomes, the more dangerous that power is to her. Her new magic and the eerie world connected to her visions added such a deliciously unsettling layer to everything.
Meanwhile, Aeneas is back in the Highlands trying to keep a rebellion alive while family secrets start crawling out of the woodwork, because apparently fighting an occupying army wasn’t stressful enough.
The multiple POVs worked especially well here because there is SO much happening at once: rebellion, dangerous sea voyages, court politics, romance, family secrets, increasingly unhinged magic, and enough political scheming to make trusting literally anyone feel like a terrible idea.
And I really appreciated that the historical side continues to feel important rather than just being a pretty backdrop for the romance and magic. The stakes feel bigger, the world feels more dangerous, and the characters are forced into some genuinely messy choices between what they want and what they believe they owe everyone else.
Outlander meets Two Twisted Crowns with witches, rebellion, open door spice, court intrigue, and swashbuckling adventure? Yeah, that'll do it!
August 19, 2026
I read A Tempest of Ravens before starting this second book in the series, and it set things up well for Maeve’s journey. The story continues in seventeenth‑century Scotland, during a time when King Charles II has been forced into exile and the English are working to break apart the clans while pursuing anyone they accuse of witchcraft. Maeve has grown up believing she is cursed, followed by ravens and blamed for every misfortune that hits her village. When her oldest brother goes to war, the situation at home becomes dangerous and she is forced to flee with her other brother and two cattle raiders who step in to help. This leads her straight into the centre of the Scottish rebellion, where her magic keeps building and the risks around her increase.
In this second instalment, Maeve’s path takes her to the exiled king’s court on the continent. The rumours about her being a witch follow her, and she has to work out who she can trust while trying to convince the king to support Scotland. The mix of danger, rising magic and shifting loyalties keeps the story moving, and the romance fits naturally into the world she is navigating. Maeve’s development feels steady, with her strength growing alongside moments where she is still unsure. The pacing works well and the ending leads clearly into the next book.
The series brings together history, witchcraft and romantasy in a way that works smoothly, and both books are now available if you want to start from the beginning.
Thank you to The Nerd Fam for the gifted book.
In this second instalment, Maeve’s path takes her to the exiled king’s court on the continent. The rumours about her being a witch follow her, and she has to work out who she can trust while trying to convince the king to support Scotland. The mix of danger, rising magic and shifting loyalties keeps the story moving, and the romance fits naturally into the world she is navigating. Maeve’s development feels steady, with her strength growing alongside moments where she is still unsure. The pacing works well and the ending leads clearly into the next book.
The series brings together history, witchcraft and romantasy in a way that works smoothly, and both books are now available if you want to start from the beginning.
Thank you to The Nerd Fam for the gifted book.
August 2, 2026
An exciting second book to this story filled with daring adventures, trips across the sea, and court politics that are all set in the history of Scotland fighting for its freedom.
Picking up where the last book left off, you follow three siblings all on separate paths trying to restore their homeland to their people and take it back from the English. Davy, the youngest brother who they all thought dead, starts having visions and seeing ghosts and while he originally plans to travel to continue his work, his ghostly brother and his own sense of duty convinces him to join the rebellion. Meanwhile, Maeve travels with her husband to other countries to try to gain their support for his throne and more men to help them push the English back. Finally, Aeneas has somehow survived and will do all he can to convince his fellow countrymen to work together to fight for their freedom.
I really enjoyed the mix of history and magic in this book and the continued exploration of not only the battles and politics of a war but also the dark but interesting sides of the siblings magic. The multiple POVs allowed for progression of simultaneous storylines that eventually crossed over in the pursuit of their independence. Of course there was plenty of tension between the married couple as they fought for each others safety in a foreign kingdom and exciting escapes and battle scenes that had me on the edge of my seat for all of them. And with an ending like that and everything hanging in the balance the next book better be coming asap! Overall my rating 4.4/5!
Thanks to the author for the gifted copy, all opinions given are my own!
Picking up where the last book left off, you follow three siblings all on separate paths trying to restore their homeland to their people and take it back from the English. Davy, the youngest brother who they all thought dead, starts having visions and seeing ghosts and while he originally plans to travel to continue his work, his ghostly brother and his own sense of duty convinces him to join the rebellion. Meanwhile, Maeve travels with her husband to other countries to try to gain their support for his throne and more men to help them push the English back. Finally, Aeneas has somehow survived and will do all he can to convince his fellow countrymen to work together to fight for their freedom.
I really enjoyed the mix of history and magic in this book and the continued exploration of not only the battles and politics of a war but also the dark but interesting sides of the siblings magic. The multiple POVs allowed for progression of simultaneous storylines that eventually crossed over in the pursuit of their independence. Of course there was plenty of tension between the married couple as they fought for each others safety in a foreign kingdom and exciting escapes and battle scenes that had me on the edge of my seat for all of them. And with an ending like that and everything hanging in the balance the next book better be coming asap! Overall my rating 4.4/5!
Thanks to the author for the gifted copy, all opinions given are my own!
Review of advance copy received from Author
"...without her magic, who was she? ...She'd stay strong for her friends, for Eamon, and do whatever it took to save them and keep them safe."
First, thank you, EA Bard and Nerd Fam for the ARC!
Bard combines fantasy and history in this retelling of the 17th-century Scottish rebellion against the English. This is book two in the Novle Exiles story line, and I have to say it is GRIM! While Maeve and Eamon are off in Amsterdam begging Charles for support for the continued rebellion, Aeneas is tortured, recovered, and tortured some more, trying to lead the rebellion, and Davy, a long-lost relative of the MacDonnell clan, surfaces with powers of his own. All three MacDonnells have sorcery powers they try to utilize to help the Scottish rebellion, but they can not get a win here. This particular edition is filled with efforts and failures. By the end, I can't see how there is any hope for an HEA for any of the main characters.
I really liked the first novel, but this one was disappointing. I felt the plot dragged in this version, and it went on for far too long, making minimal progress. The most interesting thing about this book is the history of the Scottish rebellion, and it's obvious that EA Bard did a ton of research.
What I liked: The introduction of Davy and the rich historical setting and context
What I didn't like: It feels like we end up where we started.
First, thank you, EA Bard and Nerd Fam for the ARC!
Bard combines fantasy and history in this retelling of the 17th-century Scottish rebellion against the English. This is book two in the Novle Exiles story line, and I have to say it is GRIM! While Maeve and Eamon are off in Amsterdam begging Charles for support for the continued rebellion, Aeneas is tortured, recovered, and tortured some more, trying to lead the rebellion, and Davy, a long-lost relative of the MacDonnell clan, surfaces with powers of his own. All three MacDonnells have sorcery powers they try to utilize to help the Scottish rebellion, but they can not get a win here. This particular edition is filled with efforts and failures. By the end, I can't see how there is any hope for an HEA for any of the main characters.
I really liked the first novel, but this one was disappointing. I felt the plot dragged in this version, and it went on for far too long, making minimal progress. The most interesting thing about this book is the history of the Scottish rebellion, and it's obvious that EA Bard did a ton of research.
What I liked: The introduction of Davy and the rich historical setting and context
What I didn't like: It feels like we end up where we started.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Holy cow! That ending!!
I am going to be going crazy wonder what is going to happen next!
I really enjoyed AROR and loved being back with Maeve, Eamon, and the rest of the crew. I also enjoyed getting the multiple POVs so that way we could explore more of what was happening elsewhere throughout Scotland.
The new characters, especially Davy, were definitely a highlight. I also have a soft spot for Aeneas.
With E.A. Bards writing you feel like you are right there with everyone in Scotland and Holland.
Now onto a few things that I didn't enjoy.
I felt like the pacing in some places was off for me. Nothing much would be happening in every POV, and then all of a sudden, everything was happening at once. Or there was a couple times the someone's POV would end with kind of a cliffhanger and then when you got back to them we would be so far ahead brushing over with how their last chapter ended.
I do also wish that we would have gotten more of Maeve and Eamon interactions. We start off with a bang (no pun intended😉) with them and then as the story goes on they barely have any conversation. So I really missed their fun witty banter that they had in book one.
Again, overall I really enjoyed this book and can not wait for book three to release to continue on. So I will definitely be stalking E.A. Bards socials.
Thank you so much for the eARC!
I am going to be going crazy wonder what is going to happen next!
I really enjoyed AROR and loved being back with Maeve, Eamon, and the rest of the crew. I also enjoyed getting the multiple POVs so that way we could explore more of what was happening elsewhere throughout Scotland.
The new characters, especially Davy, were definitely a highlight. I also have a soft spot for Aeneas.
With E.A. Bards writing you feel like you are right there with everyone in Scotland and Holland.
Now onto a few things that I didn't enjoy.
I felt like the pacing in some places was off for me. Nothing much would be happening in every POV, and then all of a sudden, everything was happening at once. Or there was a couple times the someone's POV would end with kind of a cliffhanger and then when you got back to them we would be so far ahead brushing over with how their last chapter ended.
I do also wish that we would have gotten more of Maeve and Eamon interactions. We start off with a bang (no pun intended😉) with them and then as the story goes on they barely have any conversation. So I really missed their fun witty banter that they had in book one.
Again, overall I really enjoyed this book and can not wait for book three to release to continue on. So I will definitely be stalking E.A. Bards socials.
Thank you so much for the eARC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was an absolute 5/5 star read for me! Right from the start, we are greeted with more Maeve and Eamon spice, which is exactly what I was wanting after book one 🤭. But they aren't the only ones bringing the tension this time a brand new couple has entered the scene! Who knew Aeneas had a secret love? And a forbidden romance, nonetheless!!! On top of that, we get a huge twist with a SECRET brother! Davy is such a major pivot point in the story, and his plotline does an amazing job of bringing us back to the action in the Highlands while Maeve and Eamon are off on the high seas fleeing for their lives. One of my favorite things about this sequel is that the story is a completely continuous plot; there are no massive time jumps between the books, so you get to jump straight back into the chaos. I devoured every single page!
I seriously need book 3 immediately, because how could you leave us on such a cliffhanger?! It's going to take me a while to get over this, that's for sure. Everyone needs to go and read book 1 right now to prepare for this book's release!
📢 A massive thank you to the author, E.A. Bard, for providing me with access to this Advanced Reader Copy (ARC). All opinions are entirely my own!
I seriously need book 3 immediately, because how could you leave us on such a cliffhanger?! It's going to take me a while to get over this, that's for sure. Everyone needs to go and read book 1 right now to prepare for this book's release!
📢 A massive thank you to the author, E.A. Bard, for providing me with access to this Advanced Reader Copy (ARC). All opinions are entirely my own!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you to The Nerd Fam for the gifted book.
This is a sequel to A Tempest of Ravens
The story takes place in Scotland, Holland and the North Sea in the winter of 1651. It continues the lives of the MacDonnell siblings in their quest to aid the exiled King Charles and lead a rebellion for Scotland’s independence from England. It’s a spicy historical romantasy that ties in real life events. The way the author draws you into the time period with her descriptions is phenomenal. She fully immerses you and has a way of making history interesting and relatable. Her use of the multiple POVs was essential in helping to see and feel each sibling’s situation since they were all separated and on their individual tasks. I felt that it brought me closer and more attached to each one of them. I love how, even though the siblings were separated, they shared a magical gift that ties them together. The love shared between Maeve and Eamon is beautifully done. And I just love Davy! But beware of the ending!!! What a doozy of a cliffhanger!! Bring on book 3!
Tropes and microtropes:
* Witchy FMC
* Found family
* Raven familiar
* Family secret
* Political intrigue
* Second chance forbidden love
* Multi POV
* Slow burn romance
* Forbidden magic
This is a sequel to A Tempest of Ravens
The story takes place in Scotland, Holland and the North Sea in the winter of 1651. It continues the lives of the MacDonnell siblings in their quest to aid the exiled King Charles and lead a rebellion for Scotland’s independence from England. It’s a spicy historical romantasy that ties in real life events. The way the author draws you into the time period with her descriptions is phenomenal. She fully immerses you and has a way of making history interesting and relatable. Her use of the multiple POVs was essential in helping to see and feel each sibling’s situation since they were all separated and on their individual tasks. I felt that it brought me closer and more attached to each one of them. I love how, even though the siblings were separated, they shared a magical gift that ties them together. The love shared between Maeve and Eamon is beautifully done. And I just love Davy! But beware of the ending!!! What a doozy of a cliffhanger!! Bring on book 3!
Tropes and microtropes:
* Witchy FMC
* Found family
* Raven familiar
* Family secret
* Political intrigue
* Second chance forbidden love
* Multi POV
* Slow burn romance
* Forbidden magic
August 30, 2026
In A Rebellion of Ravens, E.A. Bard brings a sweeping sequel that expands the world of her debut.
The multi POV approach was a great way to get to know new and known characters, their relationships, and their environments. I loved the romance of Aeneas' chapters (the pining! the poetry!), the mysteries and revelations of Davy's chapters, and the court intrigue of Eamon's and Maeve's chapters — reminding me a lot of A Discovery of Witches and Outlander (especially Dragonfly in Amber) (books or shows, I'm not here to judge you). My favorite new characters include Callan (an earnest and rebellious trans stablehand) and La Syrena (an Italian courtesan exercising her full power and influence).
I cannot wait for the next, especially with the ending of this one!
Disclaimer: I am grateful to have been an early reader, but this review reflects my honest perspective.
The multi POV approach was a great way to get to know new and known characters, their relationships, and their environments. I loved the romance of Aeneas' chapters (the pining! the poetry!), the mysteries and revelations of Davy's chapters, and the court intrigue of Eamon's and Maeve's chapters — reminding me a lot of A Discovery of Witches and Outlander (especially Dragonfly in Amber) (books or shows, I'm not here to judge you). My favorite new characters include Callan (an earnest and rebellious trans stablehand) and La Syrena (an Italian courtesan exercising her full power and influence).
I cannot wait for the next, especially with the ending of this one!
Disclaimer: I am grateful to have been an early reader, but this review reflects my honest perspective.
Review of advance copy
Loved loved loved it!!
I felt so emersed into the story, it was like I was part of the book and I love feeling like that when I read.
Loved how we got to see different POVs of the world, all the main characters are going on their separate ways to fight for the same goal, freeing their homeland from the English.
I love history and Scotland in general so I was really happy to read a story full of Scottish settings and 'living' the history of English vs Scots.
Maeve was my favorite character for sure, what she's been through because of her people but she still did everything in her power to save them. I loved the friendship she formed with the other ladies from Amsterdam and was so sad to see them separate. Would have loved to see Maeve and Eamon develop more of their relationship!
Aeneas was such a fool in loooveeee, but he still gave everything he could for his people and fought so bravely.
Davy Davy, I loved Davy! He's such a cute character and I was so happy to see him discovering himself and finding more about his roots.
I felt like I fully expected something to go wrong at the end, but not to that extent!!!
Now I need the next book asap :(
Thank you so much to E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for providing me with an ARC.
I felt so emersed into the story, it was like I was part of the book and I love feeling like that when I read.
Loved how we got to see different POVs of the world, all the main characters are going on their separate ways to fight for the same goal, freeing their homeland from the English.
I love history and Scotland in general so I was really happy to read a story full of Scottish settings and 'living' the history of English vs Scots.
Maeve was my favorite character for sure, what she's been through because of her people but she still did everything in her power to save them. I loved the friendship she formed with the other ladies from Amsterdam and was so sad to see them separate. Would have loved to see Maeve and Eamon develop more of their relationship!
Aeneas was such a fool in loooveeee, but he still gave everything he could for his people and fought so bravely.
Davy Davy, I loved Davy! He's such a cute character and I was so happy to see him discovering himself and finding more about his roots.
I felt like I fully expected something to go wrong at the end, but not to that extent!!!
Now I need the next book asap :(
Thank you so much to E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for providing me with an ARC.
August 7, 2026
Rebellion of Ravens was the perfect mix of all the things I love! We had historical fiction, romance, magic and gothic vibes. This is the perfect combo and if you’re an Outlander fan, you’re going to love this book!
We have different POV’s, and all the storylines instantly had me invested. We are following the war between Scotland and England during the 1600’s where the highland clans are trying to take their country back. A family line with a touch of magic that siblings are trying to make sense of and use for their cause.
The touches of history was something I particularly loved and I have to say, sitting back and thinking about all the small rebellions that formed so they could simply live their lives with their traditions really had my brain on overdrive.
And we have some delicious love stories woven through the book. And the last 5 or so chapters had me on the edge of my seat and the cliffhangers!!!!…. It was beautifully done! But I need to know what is happening!!!!
Definitely a 5 star read for me!!
We have different POV’s, and all the storylines instantly had me invested. We are following the war between Scotland and England during the 1600’s where the highland clans are trying to take their country back. A family line with a touch of magic that siblings are trying to make sense of and use for their cause.
The touches of history was something I particularly loved and I have to say, sitting back and thinking about all the small rebellions that formed so they could simply live their lives with their traditions really had my brain on overdrive.
And we have some delicious love stories woven through the book. And the last 5 or so chapters had me on the edge of my seat and the cliffhangers!!!!…. It was beautifully done! But I need to know what is happening!!!!
Definitely a 5 star read for me!!
July 21, 2026
*ARC received from the author*
I really loved a tempest of ravens, but I admit I struggled a bit with a rebellion of ravens.
I struggled with the rhythm of the book and the multiple POVs. Most of the time it felt very slow paced, with barely anything happening, then all of a sudden all happened at the same time, to go back to nothingness for the next 50 pages. I was also taken out a bit by the intimate scenes which often didn’t feel like they fit where they were inserted (but that could also be a me problem, not really being in the mood to read this kind of scene at the moment). As a result of all this, I honestly did not feel super interested by either the story or the characters.
Negative aspects aside, I still very much enjoyed the concept of the plot and the historical references all throughout, and consider it a good book. I also enjoyed a lot the new familial development we got, and the additional insight on Maeve’s magic.
It was just “meh” for me when reading it.
I really loved a tempest of ravens, but I admit I struggled a bit with a rebellion of ravens.
I struggled with the rhythm of the book and the multiple POVs. Most of the time it felt very slow paced, with barely anything happening, then all of a sudden all happened at the same time, to go back to nothingness for the next 50 pages. I was also taken out a bit by the intimate scenes which often didn’t feel like they fit where they were inserted (but that could also be a me problem, not really being in the mood to read this kind of scene at the moment). As a result of all this, I honestly did not feel super interested by either the story or the characters.
Negative aspects aside, I still very much enjoyed the concept of the plot and the historical references all throughout, and consider it a good book. I also enjoyed a lot the new familial development we got, and the additional insight on Maeve’s magic.
It was just “meh” for me when reading it.
Review of advance copy received from Author
⭐️⭐️⭐️
A Rebellion of Ravens
E. A. Bard
Thank you NerdFam and E. A. Bard for allowing me to review this ARC for my honest opinion.
After reading the first book, I thought I would like this book more. It just seemed a little too slow at times for me. The first book I read in 2 days. This one took me 5 days, because I kept losing interest. Eamon and Maeve spent the majority of this book at court trying to get to see the king to ask for help. I was confused about the new character until later on when it all came together. He ended up being the brother they thought had died at birth. He was taken by a family friend and given to someone to raise. Aeneas had more of a story in this book. He’s was too busy trying to get with his married ex-girlfriend to pay attention to his surroundings. I really wanted to like this book more, but it just didn’t work for me. The ending was a huge surprise. I would probably still read the next book to find out what happens to characters.
A Rebellion of Ravens
E. A. Bard
Thank you NerdFam and E. A. Bard for allowing me to review this ARC for my honest opinion.
After reading the first book, I thought I would like this book more. It just seemed a little too slow at times for me. The first book I read in 2 days. This one took me 5 days, because I kept losing interest. Eamon and Maeve spent the majority of this book at court trying to get to see the king to ask for help. I was confused about the new character until later on when it all came together. He ended up being the brother they thought had died at birth. He was taken by a family friend and given to someone to raise. Aeneas had more of a story in this book. He’s was too busy trying to get with his married ex-girlfriend to pay attention to his surroundings. I really wanted to like this book more, but it just didn’t work for me. The ending was a huge surprise. I would probably still read the next book to find out what happens to characters.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 30, 2026
🖤 A Rebellion of Ravens by E.A. Bard 🖤
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
I really enjoyed getting swept back into this dark and magical world! There’s something about the combination of historical Scotland, witchcraft, rebellion and romance that completely works for me.
Maeve continues to be such an interesting character, especially as she struggles with her growing powers and everything that comes with them. I also loved the political intrigue and the feeling that there was always another secret waiting to be uncovered.
The romance is definitely a slower burn, but I enjoyed the tension and the complicated relationships along the way. The atmosphere was another highlight for me — moody, mysterious and wonderfully immersive.
I did find the pacing a little uneven in places, which is why this landed at 4.5 stars for me, but overall I was thoroughly invested and definitely want to continue the series. 🖤✨
Thank you to Nerd Fam for the ARC.
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
I really enjoyed getting swept back into this dark and magical world! There’s something about the combination of historical Scotland, witchcraft, rebellion and romance that completely works for me.
Maeve continues to be such an interesting character, especially as she struggles with her growing powers and everything that comes with them. I also loved the political intrigue and the feeling that there was always another secret waiting to be uncovered.
The romance is definitely a slower burn, but I enjoyed the tension and the complicated relationships along the way. The atmosphere was another highlight for me — moody, mysterious and wonderfully immersive.
I did find the pacing a little uneven in places, which is why this landed at 4.5 stars for me, but overall I was thoroughly invested and definitely want to continue the series. 🖤✨
Thank you to Nerd Fam for the ARC.
Review of advance copy
After having loved E. A. Bard’s debut, A Tempest of Ravens, I couldn’t wait to dive into this next installment of the Noble Exiles series. A Rebellion of Ravens is an enthralling and haunting dark historical romantasy set in 1650s Scotland with swashbuckling high seas adventure, witches, royal intrigue, secrets & rebellion and second-chance forbidden romance. I loved the interwoven real historical events of the Scottish Highlands, and especially the chaotic witch heroine and her charmingly cheeky raven familiar. This was just as hard to put down as the first book, especially when you throw in moody historical fantasy, high stakes witchy vibes, an Aragorn-coded love interest and an addictive slow burning second-chance romance. What a great cliffhanger, I can’t wait to read the next installment!
Thank you to the Nerd Fam for the gifted book!
Thank you to the Nerd Fam for the gifted book!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
August 7, 2026⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ (3.5 stars, rounded up)
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
First of all, I'm not sure how I missed that this is the second book in the Noble Exiles series. Because of that, I don't feel like I can give it a completely fair rating.
That said, I loved being transported to 1651 Scotland. The historical setting, magic, and world-building were all done so well.
I did struggle with the multiple POVs, though. I never felt like I had enough time to truly connect with the characters before switching perspectives. And that ending!!!
I'll be going back to read the first book and will probably do a reread of this one afterward, since I think understanding the first installment will help fill in the parts where I felt a little lost.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
First of all, I'm not sure how I missed that this is the second book in the Noble Exiles series. Because of that, I don't feel like I can give it a completely fair rating.
That said, I loved being transported to 1651 Scotland. The historical setting, magic, and world-building were all done so well.
I did struggle with the multiple POVs, though. I never felt like I had enough time to truly connect with the characters before switching perspectives. And that ending!!!
I'll be going back to read the first book and will probably do a reread of this one afterward, since I think understanding the first installment will help fill in the parts where I felt a little lost.
August 10, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4
Rebellion of Ravens by E.A. Bard
Thank you E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for the ARC!
Good read! I love historical romance, and adding Scottish history, magic, danger, and a slow-burn romance made this such an interesting read.
Book two takes us deeper into Maeve, Eamon, and Aeneas’s story as war, secrets, politics, and dangerous magic begin changing everything around them. I especially enjoyed Maeve’s growth and discovering more about her abilities. The romance, Give me all the slow burn, yearning, and devotion. I loved how the romance developed alongside the historical storyline without taking it over. With multiple POVs, rebellion, court intrigue, family secrets, magic, and unexpected turns, there was plenty to keep me invested.
THAT ENDING!!! Seriously, What the heck!! Now I need Book 3 because I have questions!
Rebellion of Ravens by E.A. Bard
Thank you E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for the ARC!
Good read! I love historical romance, and adding Scottish history, magic, danger, and a slow-burn romance made this such an interesting read.
Book two takes us deeper into Maeve, Eamon, and Aeneas’s story as war, secrets, politics, and dangerous magic begin changing everything around them. I especially enjoyed Maeve’s growth and discovering more about her abilities. The romance, Give me all the slow burn, yearning, and devotion. I loved how the romance developed alongside the historical storyline without taking it over. With multiple POVs, rebellion, court intrigue, family secrets, magic, and unexpected turns, there was plenty to keep me invested.
THAT ENDING!!! Seriously, What the heck!! Now I need Book 3 because I have questions!
Review of advance copy received from Author
So much happens in this book and it shard to keep up, I'm the best way possible! 😍
We are introduced to some new characters that are so well built with layers of personality and mystery. Of course there's characters from book 1 too and they are branching out in various plots that over lap but add to their individual development as well as the larger picture.
There was a few moments that had me like that crying hamster and then other moments where I was like 😏🔥
I think this is such a beautiful blend of history and fantasy fiction and it makes me think maybe some of it did happen 👀
If you are a fan of mysterious magic, countries at war, multi character plot lines, betrayals, plot twists and rebellion vibes then you should read this book
We are introduced to some new characters that are so well built with layers of personality and mystery. Of course there's characters from book 1 too and they are branching out in various plots that over lap but add to their individual development as well as the larger picture.
There was a few moments that had me like that crying hamster and then other moments where I was like 😏🔥
I think this is such a beautiful blend of history and fantasy fiction and it makes me think maybe some of it did happen 👀
If you are a fan of mysterious magic, countries at war, multi character plot lines, betrayals, plot twists and rebellion vibes then you should read this book
Review of advance copy received from Author
3.9⭐
It was a hard read for me but still it was good. there more adventure in this book and lot of things happening which was interesting. But my main turn off was pacing. It was rollercoaster. Some time slow, sometimes fast. Whenever feel like thing very fast, I am having fun, then switch to slow pace. So that make me really annoy. And there were lot of characters development , which was intersting to see.
And the ending, made me scream, can't wait to know what will happen next.
Overall it was better then first book. Still it can improve more, especially the romance elements(cause it hasn't improved that much not even as subpolt).
thank you E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for the copy of this book.
It was a hard read for me but still it was good. there more adventure in this book and lot of things happening which was interesting. But my main turn off was pacing. It was rollercoaster. Some time slow, sometimes fast. Whenever feel like thing very fast, I am having fun, then switch to slow pace. So that make me really annoy. And there were lot of characters development , which was intersting to see.
And the ending, made me scream, can't wait to know what will happen next.
Overall it was better then first book. Still it can improve more, especially the romance elements(cause it hasn't improved that much not even as subpolt).
thank you E.A. Bard and The Nerd Fam for the copy of this book.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This second book in The Noble Exiles series was even better than the first! I loved so much getting all the new POVs from the cast of characters. It really lent itself to setting the plot and building the world. I'm soooo invested in this group of characters, and am holding my breath for the next installment.
This one was an excellent example of how historical fantasy (with a great dose of romance) is written. The immersion into the Scottish history during both the Spanish Inquisition and King Charles' reign, was fantastic. Adding in all the magic and witchy elements played very well against what we know as very accurate historical representation of the fear of such things, and what that implied.
If you are a history buff, particularly Scottish history, grab this series and get started ASAP! Thank you to The Nerd Fam for this gifted advanced copy!
This one was an excellent example of how historical fantasy (with a great dose of romance) is written. The immersion into the Scottish history during both the Spanish Inquisition and King Charles' reign, was fantastic. Adding in all the magic and witchy elements played very well against what we know as very accurate historical representation of the fear of such things, and what that implied.
If you are a history buff, particularly Scottish history, grab this series and get started ASAP! Thank you to The Nerd Fam for this gifted advanced copy!
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