Once Upon A Midnight Walk

by Tetyana Walker

A new thrilling story by Tetyana Walker, author of the Freckled Fate Trilogy.

For fans of Pride and Prejudice & Peaky Blinders.

"In a kingdom where the sun never sets, and only men are born with magic, Agnes Peregreene had to grow up entirely too soon.

After her mother’s death, Agnes devoted her life to caring for her younger sister. Bound by a vow she refused to break, she ensured no price was too great for Solomia’s well-being. But when Solomia is betrothed to a known wife-killer, Agnes is forced to confront the reality of her own powerlessness.

Before Agnes can find a way to save her sister, she is handed a death sentence of her own.

Desperate to buy time, she strikes a frantic bargain with the Aclanian king—she will venture into Nocturna, the realm of ever-night, and retrieve a long-lost talisman in exchange for her life and her sister’s freedom.

Lost in a realm unlike any other, Agnes must rely on her cunning mind to survive. Determined to return home successful, she sets on a path of discovery, unraveling secrets that a mysterious and wealthy man named Odeon Nox has spent years trying to keep buried.

Secrets that come with a price neither one of them is prepared to pay."

Step into this standalone romantic fantasy, set between a realm of sunlight and castles, and a world of night and cities rivaling 1920s New York!

Tropes

· Forced partnership

· Strong and cunning heroine

· Slow burn romance

· Enemies to lovers

· Angst and tension with historical romance undertones

· A LOT of banter

Every choice has a price, and every heart hides a secret.

Genres: Fantasy

474 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 24, 2026

About the author

Tetyana was born and raised in Kyiv, Ukraine. In 2012, she moved to Utah, USA to attend Ensign college and pursue a degree in business. She is now a proud wife and a mother with a successful career in software sales.

Tetyana has had a strong passion for reading ever since she was a kid. But her world completely changed when she read the Harry Potter series at the age of 8 and discovered the world of fantasy. She hasn’t looked back since. Now, as a self-published fantasy-romance author, Tetyana looks forward to helping other authors on their journey. She named her publishing company after a tiny rural Ukrainian village in Kyivska Oblast’ where she spent her summers growing up. With no internet or cell service or even indoor plumbing, Tetyana spent her summer days helping her grandparents take care of their small farm while spending any free time outside reading. “Bakumovka stands for more than a small village to me. It stands for a place of peace and magic. A place where imagination runs wild and free. A place of comfort and love.” Tetyana says.

Reviews

[KMart Books]

I really appreciated that the book doesn't rush into the adventure. Walker spends time establishing just how restrictive Agnes's world is and why she's willing to risk everything for her sister. You feel the full weight of how dark and limiting life is for women in this story before the adventure starts. That foundation makes the tension linger in the story even when things get a little less restrictive.

Following Agnes and Lottie as they chase down this mystery and try to find a lost artifact is genuinely fun, and the banter once the love interests start circling each other is chef's kiss. There's a cat-and-mouse energy that I loved. Their conversations are witty, the chemistry is obvious, and I found myself looking forward to every interaction despite the complexities between them.

Lottie's character arc was one of my favorite parts. I especially enjoyed her character arc and the role she plays in challenging the expectations placed on women. I only wish she'd been given a little more room to exist outside of Agnes's story. She has moments of depth and there was certainly an attempt made, but I don't think it was fully realized. And I didn't expect the deeper story behind Nox and his past at all, which was a really nice surprise.

While I enjoyed Agnes and Nox together, their emotional connection developed faster than I found practical. They were still misunderstanding one another and butting heads when suddenly those feelings became much deeper than I felt the story had quite earned. I couldn't quite see how they'd gotten so deeply attached so quickly. It moved faster than the emotional groundwork supported. I wanted a few more quiet moments that showed why they fell so completely for each other.

And one tiny disclaimer: Nox's habit of always appearing exactly where Agnes happens to be is wonderfully swoony in the context of a fantasy romance... but let's all agree it stays firmly in fiction.

Fun read overall and loved that it was a standalone romantasy with a memorable setting, engaging mystery, banter, and characters I enjoyed spending time with.

Thanks so much to Storygram tours and the author for the complimentary copy! This review is voluntary and all opinions are my own.

[Honeybadgerreads]

4 ⭐️
🫑 (zero spice)
3rd person pov
Standalone


This book feels like you’re stepping into a fairytale but with historical romance aspects. With its blend of historical romance vibes, mystery, magic, and adventure, it was a wonderfully immersive standalone.

One of my favorite parts was the contrast between the two worlds. Aclania, with its castles and endless sunlight, and Nocturna, a modern city shrouded in eternal night. The worldbuilding was unique without being overwhelming.

We start off with Agnes (FMC) in the world where the sun never sets, only men have magic, and women have no power or rights. In a turn of events, she ends up striking a deal with the king to go into the other world in order to save her friend, protect her sister, and gain freedom.

Agnes is intelligent rather than overpowered, as she relies on her research, determination, and selflessness to protect the people she loves.

The romance was exactly the kind I enjoy in a romantasy: a very sloooooow burn filled with banter and yearning. Agnes and Mr. Nox (MMC) challenged each other from the moment they met, and their relationship developed through trust, respect, and genuine admiration instead of instant attraction.

The only reason this wasn’t quite a five ⭐️ read for me was the pacing. Some parts did slow down enough that my attention wandered a bit before the story picked back up for a strong ending.

Tropes & atmosphere:
Standalone romantasy
Opposite worlds
Strong, selfless FMC
Grumpy MMC
Forced partnership
Slow burn
Banter
Yearning
Found family

If you’re looking for a standalone romantasy with unique magical worlds, a clever heroine, grumpy MMC, slow burn romance, then I definitely recommend picking this one up.

Thank you to the author and Grimm and Co for the gifted physical book.

[RosieRitesReviews]

“I am not afraid of the darkness…for only in the darkness do we find our way home.”

✨Once Upon a Midnight Walk✨by Tetyana Walker

This story had me hooked from the very beginning. It’s one of those books you savor because you don’t want it to end.

The writing felt very Austenesque, a writing style I can never get enough of. Agnus is the type of FMC you immediately fall in love with. From the very beginning shes clearly depicted as loyal, fierce, cunning, and willing to do whatever is necessary to save the ones she loves. She’s the type that refuses to back down, no matter the cost.

One of my favorite aspects of this story was stark difference between realms. In one realm we get an old-world society filled with castles and rigid expectations, where women possess little autonomy and must rely on marriage or male relatives for survival. In the other realm we get a world set in the 1920s, which is vastly different in terms of technology and women’s rights.

The side characters add so much depth to the plot. They are so supportive of the main characters and I hope to have friends like Jasper and Lottie- they have serious ride or die energy.

This book has all the National Treasure vibes. Agnes hunts a magical artifact down which is filled with cryptic clues and dangerous adventure- I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough!

If you’re looking for a slow-burn Austenesque fantasy romance, be sure to grab a copy of Once Upon a Midnight Walk available NOW on Kindle Unlimited and paperback!

Thank you so much to R&R Book Tours and Tetyana Walker for providing me with a copy of this book and allowing me to participate in this book tour!

[Becci Hudson]

3.5 ⭐️ rounded up to 4⭐️

This was a really interesting read so you start off where you follow the FMC who is raised in a kingdom that is always in the light. In this kingdom, women are basically beneath men and men have rights over women. Men are allowed to study to learn to read and write and they also have magic women aren’t allowed to do any of this. Our FMC loses her mother and does her best to support her younger sister. Her father promises her sister to a man who is known to word murder his wife’s and ends up getting herself in trouble with the king at this point an exchange for her life she ends up going through a portal to a different kingdom which is completely unlike the kingdom that she is used to.

I found this book really interesting. It was a little slow to get into but by the second half it really picked up speed. The writer definitely paints quite a vivid picture throughout this book. The banter in this had me really giggling at times.

If you like the romantasy genre this is a standalone book with a new take on this genre

[Victoria McKinney]

*ARC received from publisher*

This was an unexpected read for me! I really like all of this author's work, but this one was so different. The writing style was so intriguing and kept the story in the right "time period" (though the time period on Nocturnal isn't explicitly stated - feels like early 1900s). Sometimes it's hard to read a romantasy book where the characters speak and act as of they are in today's modern world, but this book didn't do that. It was refreshing from what I'm used to. The author manages to give enough detail to push the story without over saturating it with repetitive lore. Really enjoyed this one!

[Imani]

I cried by the end.

Honestly, I debated DNF this book multiple times cause it wasn’t my usual main characters but I’m a firm believer the end of the book makes or breaks it and I was crying by the end! Can’t wait to see what this author does next.

[Carrie]

(3.5 stars) The second half of the book was wonderfully engrossing and had me fully invested and eager to read. Unfortunately the first half, though it started strong, stalled a bit for me with the pacing.

The writing is often beautiful and paints a vivid picture, but there are a few instances of things being worded funny, which does pull you out of the story. On that note, the word utter, in some variation (uttered, utterly, etc.) is used repeatedly. That caught my attention and pulled me out of the story.

Anges reminded me of Finn, from her other series, in the sometimes petulant way she spoke, which I didn’t love. But Agnes has a quiet strength about her and an impressive work ethic, so she did win me over in the end.

“…disappears and alongside him, a piece of her heart, leaving in his wake a broken piece of something that was whole before.”
“A price she was willing to pay,” Agnes countered.
“Just because she was willing doesn’t mean he was worthy of the cause.”

I received an advance review copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Krista Nicole]

From enemies to reluctant allies to lovers, this book had me hooked with its FMC who would do anything for her sister and its dark and brooding MMC.

You follow the FMC, who’s been raised in a kingdom stuck forever in the light, except for on the eclipse twice a year when night comes, and does her best to support her sister after her mothers death in a kingdom where women are second class citizens and only men have magic. But when her sister is promised to a man who’s know to murder his wives and she overhears something in the castle she shouldn’t, she agrees to head through a strange portal on the eclipse and retrieve a talisman for their king, in exchange for her life and her sister and friends freedom. She ends up in a much more modern world, only this one is stuck in the night with no magic at all, men and women are more equal, but she’s out of place. Luckily she finds a job at a diner, and ends up crossing paths with Mr. Nox, the MMC, who is looking for the same talisman and has been the one killing anyone who crosses into this land. She must work with him in a race against time to unravel the clues and find the talisman to save her sister, even if it means working with a man she loathes.

I really enjoyed the progression from hatred, to reluctant respect and allies to eventually love that the pair had and getting to see it from both their POVs. I love the trope when he falls first and admits his feelings and she doesn’t realize she has her own until it is too late. There was plenty of excitement in the unraveling of the mysteries and the sickness spreading across this new land as well as the tension between the pair that I couldn’t put this book down! I liked slowly putting the clues together with the FMC and seeing her unravel it all, and how she kept pushing herself to save those she cared about while also building a little found family in this new realm! Everything was well wrapped up and I enjoyed the ending and how it all was revealed and came together. Overall my rating 4.2/5!

Thanks to the author for the gifted copy, all opinions given are my own!

[Autumn]

I was fortunate to be an ARC reader for this book, and this review is given freely with all of my honest opinions. I will TRY to have no spoilers, but some comments might hint at some things that some might find spoiling.

If you want a fantastical, in some ways more modern spin, on Pride & Prejudice you will love this book! Filled with magic, realm traveling, treasure hunting, and a healthy dose of two strong willed people bantering I thought it was an overall well thought out book. I had it at a 3 star read until the ending, which DEFINITELY made my little romantic heart bump it up to a 4 star!

The FMC (Agnes) was strong willed, intelligent (and she knew it), and never went down without a fight which most assuredly bumped heads with our MMC (Nox) who is dark, brooding, definitely keeping secrets, and finds great joy in rage baiting Agnes. I bought their maddeningly slow burn romantic angst, and the ending made it WORTH IT. I think their connection and progression made sense, even if at times I feel like it was stretched out a little too much in giving a play-by-play of each day at times.

It was NOT instant love, but what I felt could have been built up more were the friendships. It was briefly touched on in the beginning, and suddenly at the end I as the reader was asked to care about her sister and supposed “best friend”, but I had no emotional attachment to them. And quite frankly, her sister’s attitude at the end made me go “you sure you wanted to save HER?” However, her friendship with her coworker and roommate (Lottie) was sweet, and it made sense in how they grew and the depth of sisterhood that came from their shared experiences.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. The stubbornness of the main couple was so frustrating at times, but the ending made it all worth it. I liked how unique the world was, and as the mystery is revealed it all clicked beautifully into place.

[Nattie]

I am not the type of reviewer who is going to give you a synopsis of the story and all the tropes. I don’t think that’s what a review should do. A review should tell you the merits of the writing and the story.

Full disclosure, I went into this book with low expectations. Not because I don’t enjoy Walker’s work. I loved the Freckled Fate Trilogy.  But because, lately, I’ve been in such a slump, everything just feels the same. While it’s sometimes comforting to settle into a good trope and to always know what is coming next, it does get tedious. I am happy to say that I should’ve known better.

This book went well beyond my expectations. I loved every second of it. I couldn’t put it down. It had a wonderful charisma that kept me engaged and a little nervous. You could really see the Pride and Prejudice influence without it feeling like a rip-off. The characters felt genuine, and the story felt authentic. I love a dual perspective story, especially when both characters are given equal(ish) weight. I also didn’t hate either character, which happens far too often. Both were interesting. Both had some flaws and both experienced growth by the end.

I sometimes get irritated with books over 500 pages because they feel like 300 page story that is stretched and strained to make it seem weighty and important. This book did not have that problem. I also love that it’s a standalone, with plans to expand the world through the other characters within the universe.

The illustrations were adorable! I loved having the visuals mixed in. It was such a nice touch.

That’s not to say the book was flawless. There were a few minor pacing issues; I felt like the ending was both rushed and too slow. I still had some lingering questions, which might be addressed in the next book. BUT it was absolutely worth it. I would happily re-read it and recommend it to anyone I know!

[darlingirlreads]

Such a wonderful and unique fantasy standalone!

Agnes is a very intelligent fmc, and her strength relies on her knowledge, sacrifice, and hard work. She is quiet and keeps her head down and works hard to make a living for her sister and herself. She soon finds herself in a situation where she makes a deal with the king and goes through a portal to another realm in search for a magical amulet to save her close friend and sister from the king’s wrath.

In a strange new world where nothing is familiar, very quickly she meets Mr. Nox, a broody but handsome and wealthy man. From the moment they meet, tension is high and they immediately cannot stand one other, but circumstances force them to work with each other to search for the amulet.

I loved their banter, it had me giggling on multiple occasions. And the yearning?! It will make you just crave the slightest pinky touch. It was so good. And the burn is so slow, they really make you work for it and when the end comes, you will feel so full of warmth and love for these two characters who had to grow and change together to find their happy ending.

“Each brush of his heartbeat against hers broke the chains she carried. It was as if the weight of the world had lifted off her shoulders, and she felt so entirely free..”

Thank you Tetyana Walker and R&R book tours for the gifted copy in exchange for an honest review. I hope to one day get to see the stories for some of the other characters (ahem, Lottie, Deidre, and Solomia!)

[Alexis]

4.5 Stars
This was such a unique fantasy, I loved it! This was set in a world with two realms - a magical kingdom that only sees daylight and a magicless city (think 1920s NYC) that only sees night. Then there was the slow burn, the banter, the YEARNING!!!

Agnes has been raised in a kingdom of eternal light, where only men have magic and women are second class citizens. To save her sister, who has now been promised to a known wife-killer, Agnes strikes a deal to venture to the other realm to retrieve a long-lost talisman. Here she meets the wealthy and mysterious, Odeon Nox.

I just loved so many aspects of this book, like the relationship between Agnes and Odeon, starting as enemies, to reluctant allies, to eventually lovers. There was so much built up tension and all the banter and yearning along the way just made for such a satisfying romantic element! I also really enjoyed the bit of mystery and felt like I was trying to unravel secrets with Agnes. This was just such a fun read from start to finish. I loved that this was a standalone and the way it was all wrapped up in the end, but I do hope there will be more stories from other characters in this world!

If you're looking for a unique standalone fantasy with a slooow burn, very satisfying, banter-filled romance, you should definitely pick this one up!

[Beth]

A sunlit kingdom. A city that never sees daylight. And a heroine willing to risk everything for the sister she loves. ✨

𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬 & 𝐕𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐬
🖤 Slow burn romantic fantasy standalone
🖤 Strong and cunning heroine
🖤 Grumpy MMC
🖤 Endless bickering and yearning
🖤 Historical romance undertones

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭
The setting was absolutely magical. The contrast between the kingdom of endless sunlight and the dazzling realm of eternal night created a world that felt vivid, immersive, and unique.

Agnes was also easy to root for. Her determination, intelligence, and fierce devotion to her sister made her a compelling heroine from beginning to end.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
If you love tension, yearning, and characters who spend as much time arguing as they do falling for each other, this romance delivers.

Watching their relationship evolve from distrust to something much more made every interaction feel meaningful.

𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
This was a gripping, page-turning fantasy that kept me invested from the very first chapter. I was genuinely sad to leave this world behind. The ending gave me the happily ever after I wanted while still leaving me eager to spend more time with these characters.
4.5 beautiful stars!

[Country Mama]

Once Upon A Midnight Walk by Tetyana Walker is a great fantasy read about our FMC, Agnes, who is in a kingdom stuck in the light. Twice a year there is a eclipse when night comes and on one night time event, she goes in search of a talisman for the king in a strange new place. She goes through the portal and ends up in the modern world where everyone is equal, unlike her world and she is spellbound at the changes! I loved the writing in this one, it is very similar to Jane Austen's writing. I also loved the illustrations that are in this book so a special shout out to the illustrator Anna Tuchina, they are beautiful illustrations! The story is also amazing as the story is a unique fantasy world that I have not heard of before and I really liked Agnes as a FMC. She cares so much about her sister and does not want her to marry the Lord, so she goes on a journey to stop that from happening. And then in the other world, Agnes also meets a man named Mr. Nox who is angry and dreamy, a perfect grumpy man. I loved their interactions and how they both went from enemies to lovers to a possible happy ending. Read the book and find out if they get that happy ending!

[Sofia Gajewski mamaqueleeromance]

truly love this book. But if you ask me what I love the most, it’s the way the main characters speak to each other. It reminded me a lot of Mr. Darcy ♥️
Agnes is a really strong woman, and it’s impressive how smart she is. With a world of responsibilities on her shoulders, she keeps fighting and working. Truly tireless.
Mr. Nox is a really grumpy character too: perfectionist, controlled… but his world is shattered when Agnes crosses the portal.
The friendship that the book shows is amazing. All of them are real friends who will fight for each other and be together in the worst moments. I think Lottie is one of the best characters (she reminds me a lot of another Lottie from a Disney movie 🤭).
I literally couldn’t put the book down. The narrative and the mystery were genius.
And for the first time in a long time, I really felt the enemies-to-lovers trope. Not forced.
I can’t wait for the next book in the series, following the stories of the other girls and, hopefully, Jasper.
I will read everything this author writes in the future.
Thanks to the author and IRIS for this ARC copy. I can say that I really enjoyed it. This is a voluntary review.

[Alina]

This was quite an interesting read.

I loved the contrast between the two worlds, Aclania and Nocturna, fairytale setting with castles and small towns and on the other side with skyscrapers, New York setting.

Agnes was such a lovable character, I loved her wit and quiet strength. Also, how she sacrifices herself so her friend could live? Super selfless from her. She managed to survive in a completely new world to her by observing people and adapting quickly.

Meeting Mr. Nox was quite interesting, he was quickly attracted to her for unknown reasons. Becoming infatuated with her quick wit wasn't on his list of to do things, but he did that anyway.

A man obsessed with control and routine, meet woman who blew up his entire life. Loved the contrast between the two of them as well.

Agnes is a bit mean to him, but it's to be expected considering the life she's had in Aclania under the rule of men. It was cute to see her fighting with her words when she figured out he's a good man that helps people however he can. (also helping her without her knowing/finding out was super cute of him).

Loved the ending and loved that it's a standalone!

[Brandi Augustine]

I got really caught up in this book. The two different realms and how much the FMC Agnes was willing to do whatever it took to protect her sister. Won't spoil anything in my review but this book is good.

It does have spots that seem a little slow but definitely goes with the story. Agnes lives where it's always light and the men have all the magic and power. When she finds herself in a predicament she strikes a deal to save herself, sister, and her friend to search for a talisman in another realm.

When she gets to the other realm, she ends up meeting Mr. Nox who is searching the same thing.

There is definitely something between the two of them which starts as enemies and moves to so much more. The banter between the two of them had me kicking my feet. This book is a slow burn and it burns in just the right way. Oh and the mystery part of this had me wanting more.

I just loved the world and hoping that there will be more books on the side characters.

[Heather Martin]

This is a standalone Romantasy book with two worlds that had been apart for years. Agnes just wants to protect her sister and live but unfortunately things don’t go as she expects. Mr. Nox is an interesting character who is more than he seems. Their worlds collide when Agnes is sent to retrieve something for the King. She needs to find it to save her friend and sister. They work together to find this object and this proves very difficult. She is good at researching too. I thought the characters were interesting, even the side characters. I would love to read more with those characters. The story does drag some in the middle, but it picks up again. It has magic, separate worlds, romance, and a mystery to solve. A good read for anyone who likes Romantasy and needs a standalone book.

[Kat Hartwell]

Many thanks to the author and publisher for the ARC!

The opening of this book really drew me in - I loved the concept of the two worlds, day and night, fantasy and real-world. The idea of Agnes living in a world where only men have magic and women can do nothing without the say-so of a man was interesting, and I wish more had been made of this later in the book. I enjoyed the banter between the main characters, and you can see the Pride and Prejudice influences coming through.

Unfortunately I struggled with the pacing of the book. After the initial set-up the story is very slow with not very much happening until the final 20%, when suddenly a whole raft of information and lore is thrown at you. I didn't feel the ending was very well explained, which made it feel anticlimactic. I also sadly didn't feel invested in the main characters as a couple.

[Megan Elizabeth]

“Innocence, freedom, status or beauty—they are capable of destroying. But pride? They cannot buy it, diminish it, nor obliterate it, no matter how hard they try. It drives them mad.”

4⭐️
Standalone fantasy
Enemies to lovers (slow burn)
Banter/ bickering

I liked the two worlds, one Light and in a fairytale setting and the other Dark (night) set in a city.
Lottie was such a sweet character, I just would’ve loved to see more of her personality and depth.
This was truly a unique storyline or at least I’ve not read anything like it.
The story takes its time before it gets to the adventure but I didn’t mind it.
This would’ve been a good duology, I would’ve loved to have a more in depth explanation on the magic and world building, but Nox’s letter to Agnes in the end did good enough for the story to not have too many questions.

[Ivana]

If you are looking for a beautiful romantasy standalone read with no cliffhangers then this is the book for you!! 10/10 must read for anyone who loves a romantasy with historical undertones!

Agnes is an older sister who throws herself into dangerous situations to save her little sister from a life of misery, in doing so she is transported into a new world and constantly thrown together with the very grumpy, and handsome, Mr. Nox.

The burn is SLOW and they truly cannot stand one another. Which makes the banter and angst unreal!! These two are constantly verbally throwing down and I just could not get enough!

So yes, add this to your TBR and binge it immediately!!!!

[Amanda W]

Omg, I loved this so much! I truly had no idea where the story was heading, but wow, the romance completely swept me away. The banter was flawless, and the yearning? Absolutely EVERYTHING.

What I loved most was that they fell in love without relying on overwhelming sexual tension. Don’t get me wrong, I love a good spicy romance, but sometimes it feels like the characters are more consumed by lust than actually knowing each other. This felt different. Their connection was built on admiration, respect, and this undeniable pull toward one another that felt so genuine and heartfelt.

This was a great standalone and I will read whatever she writes! She’s amazing!❤️❤️❤️

❤️ Magic kingdoms
❤️ Found family
❤️ First Born sister
❤️ He falls first
🍏 No spice ( bonus spice scene .25🌶️)

[Allyson Lang]

A lot of appropriate feminine rage at being a woman in a society that doesn’t give a rats ass about women and having to work for a drunk father and a slightly ungrateful sister when you’re constantly the smartest person in the room. Aforementioned drunk father tries to sell the sisters she’s spent her life protecting to a man named wife killer. Anyway, she ends up getting sent on a mission to the dark realm through a portal that opens every six months on a mission all the knights in the kingdom are too scared to accept. So turns out the cruel kings brother is on the other side serving a sentence for being a warmonger. Anyway she obviously finds the lost amulet committing various acts of charity along the way.

[Megan Warner]

I received an ARC copy of Once Upon a Midnight Walk, and thoroughly enjoyed reading it. This is a standalone romantasy, with historical Pride and Prejudice vibes. There is also mystery and adventure. This book also includes lots of angst, tension, and banter. The main female and male characters verbally attack each other in such a proper, respectable way, it'll have you grinning. The yearning had my chest aching, and I really felt for these characters.
P.S. If you have not read The Freckled Fate Series, also by Tetyana Walker, go read it now! It is a dark romantasy trilogy, and is soooo good.

[Sally Rees]

Brilliant!! Another tour de force from this young author. What impressed me again was her prose. First, English is her second language, so the intricately woven dialogs between her characters is so impressive.

But even if English were her first language, she captures so much emotion from bitterness to that love that pulls your heart out from your chest.

This book is completely different from her first series, The Freckled Fate. The language has that same almost poetic quality, but the stories are so different that it is hard to believe they are written by the same author.

A must read for all those whose duty weighs heavy on their soul.

[CinBooks]

This book had me hooked from the start, and I absolutely did NOT want it to end!

I loved the Austenesque writing and Agnes was such a fantastic FMC—fierce, loyal, cunning, and willing to do whatever it takes for the people she loves. 🖤⚔️

The contrast between the two realms was one of my favorite parts, especially the mix of old-world castles and 1920s-inspired vibes. 🏰🌃

Add in ride-or-die side characters, magical artifacts, cryptic clues, and some serious National Treasure vibes, and I was flying through the pages! 🗝️🔮

If you love slow-burn romantasy, enemies-to-lovers, strong FMCs, and adventure, definitely add this one to your TBR!

[Lois Garrett]

Agnes works hard to protect her little sister and survive in an oppressive world. When an unexpected turn of events put her in a whole new world with her, a friend and her sister’s lives on the line she stops at nothing to solve the mystery. Agnes is smart and practical and when she comes up again Mr Nox and immediately detests the man she stubbornly finds a way to succeed. This book was more romance set in a fantasy world with enemies to reluctant allies to lovers this book did not disappoint. it ends with a HEA and i can’t wait to see if there are more stories in store for this world.

[Ashley]

This is a beautiful standalone romantasy. I just finished this slow burn, and oh, my heart is so full. The yearning and mystery kept me engaged throughout. The historical elements, character development, and banter between Agnes and Odeon and between Odeon and Jasper were so well done. The author’s first trilogy, The Freckled Fate series, is also one of my favorites, so I cannot wait to read what Tetyana Walker does next.

[Nikki La]

*Once Upon Midnight Walk* is a romantasy that braids two worlds separated by a perilous void into a single, aching story about love, courage, and chosen family. Jasper’s chaotic loyalty and banter with the ever mysterious Mr. Nox constantly steal the spotlight, balancing tension with Agnes, the undisputed champion of wit and knowledge, grounds the story with razor‑sharp intelligence and heart, making the stakes feel both epic and deeply, wonderfully personal.

[Tara_reads_romantasy]

Loved it!

This was such a great standalone! I really loved the characters, found family, friendships, and Mr broody pants Odeon Nox! The beginning pulled me in and Agnes' quest had me unable to put this one down. She was such a smart, think outside the box character and it was such a great change from the FMCs that kick ars and take names. I also really enjoyed the banter and back and forth between the characters. The ending was beautiful and HEA for all!