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Collecting Crowns
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Expected 12 Jun 26415 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication June 12, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you to the author for letting me get an ARC copy of this.
This was astounding! I loved the different POVs & how different Melania & Erebus are from each other but still somewhat the same. Melania's growth development from being all meek & taking all the abuse from her mother & others to then being this badass I don't take shit from anyone anymore was so fucking delicious. These characters all had a rough past but how they dealt with it & grew from it, I loved it. These characters never gave up even when they wanted to & seeing their mental struggles & how they healed from it with help from family & friends. There were so many secrets that you didn't expect when they were revealed. And some of those secrets were some amazing plot twists. The magic system in this was so fascinating & how they're sectioned off from each other. One of my favorite things is how Omnias have rainbow eyes. RAINBOW EYES!I can just imagine how beautiful they are. The writing was very addicting & it drew you in more as the chapters kept going. The story just kept building up & had your toes curling with anticipation. That ending was such a great cliffhanger because even though Melania grew so much as a character, she still needs to grow magically to become an all powerful true Omnia & I know damn well she will & I can't wait to continue this journey when the next book comes out. I'm so flabbergasted by how much I'm obsessed with this.
This was astounding! I loved the different POVs & how different Melania & Erebus are from each other but still somewhat the same. Melania's growth development from being all meek & taking all the abuse from her mother & others to then being this badass I don't take shit from anyone anymore was so fucking delicious. These characters all had a rough past but how they dealt with it & grew from it, I loved it. These characters never gave up even when they wanted to & seeing their mental struggles & how they healed from it with help from family & friends. There were so many secrets that you didn't expect when they were revealed. And some of those secrets were some amazing plot twists. The magic system in this was so fascinating & how they're sectioned off from each other. One of my favorite things is how Omnias have rainbow eyes. RAINBOW EYES!I can just imagine how beautiful they are. The writing was very addicting & it drew you in more as the chapters kept going. The story just kept building up & had your toes curling with anticipation. That ending was such a great cliffhanger because even though Melania grew so much as a character, she still needs to grow magically to become an all powerful true Omnia & I know damn well she will & I can't wait to continue this journey when the next book comes out. I'm so flabbergasted by how much I'm obsessed with this.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Collecting Crowns is filled with unique magic systems, a plot that will blow your mind, and writing that is so descriptive that you feel like you are in the story with the characters.
Melania our fmc is thought of as weak by others but she is powerful in so many ways. The way she stands up against her mother even knowing what can and will happen is strength like nothing else. The twists and turns in the book had me not wanting to put the book down. Erebus is the mmc who is protective of those who can’t protect themselves. While he may be the mmc it is His brother Lelantos that I fell in love with. I can’t wait to read more about him.
The character development and world building are so beautifully written. Highly recommend this one and want to say more but no spoilers allowed!
Melania our fmc is thought of as weak by others but she is powerful in so many ways. The way she stands up against her mother even knowing what can and will happen is strength like nothing else. The twists and turns in the book had me not wanting to put the book down. Erebus is the mmc who is protective of those who can’t protect themselves. While he may be the mmc it is His brother Lelantos that I fell in love with. I can’t wait to read more about him.
The character development and world building are so beautifully written. Highly recommend this one and want to say more but no spoilers allowed!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Collecting Crowns is a high stakes high fantasy novel featuring a unique magic system that includes shadow and elemental magic. It follows Omnia Melania and Erebus Ravenheart as they become unlikely allies in a revolution that will change all the kingdoms in the land.
I loved this book! Melania’s growth was so well written. My heart broke for her so many times. Erebus too. They were both so strong in the face of adversity, even after the trauma they faced. I also loved the twist of fated mates, where the two fated weren’t instantly in love with each other. I am definitely interested in seeing how this is explored in the rest of the series.
Can’t wait for book two! Seriously, my only complaint about this book was that I didn’t want it to end!
I loved this book! Melania’s growth was so well written. My heart broke for her so many times. Erebus too. They were both so strong in the face of adversity, even after the trauma they faced. I also loved the twist of fated mates, where the two fated weren’t instantly in love with each other. I am definitely interested in seeing how this is explored in the rest of the series.
Can’t wait for book two! Seriously, my only complaint about this book was that I didn’t want it to end!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Collecting Crowns provides such a unique world with well thought out magic systems, ruling classes, and political intrigue.
When Omnia Melania is forced to sit through a public execution of someone she knew as a child, her whole world flips upside down as she fights against the cruelty of her mother.
On the other side, Erebus fights for those who do not have a voice, and are targeted by the ruling line as less than.
Jay Montana is definitely an author to look out for! I haven’t read anything like this before and I will definitely be adding it tk my shelf as a trophy!!!!
When Omnia Melania is forced to sit through a public execution of someone she knew as a child, her whole world flips upside down as she fights against the cruelty of her mother.
On the other side, Erebus fights for those who do not have a voice, and are targeted by the ruling line as less than.
Jay Montana is definitely an author to look out for! I haven’t read anything like this before and I will definitely be adding it tk my shelf as a trophy!!!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Collecting Crowns is Everything you want from a fantasy! Great world building. Fantastic character development. Absolute roller coaster ride from beginning to end. The FMC Melania is finding her footing in this world and coming into her own. Erebus the MMC knows what he wants and avoids what needs done. When their two worlds collide, they are epic! I can't wait for the next book.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I love a fast paced book and Collecting Crowns was just that.
Hot man with wings? ✅️
FMC with Mommy Issues? ✅️
Fated mates? ✅️
Morally gray MMC who also has real emotions? ✅️
Character development and trauma bonding that enhances the plot instead of taking over it? ✅️✅️
Yeah. I loved it. And I need more. I'm really hoping there's more to come! 😍
Hot man with wings? ✅️
FMC with Mommy Issues? ✅️
Fated mates? ✅️
Morally gray MMC who also has real emotions? ✅️
Character development and trauma bonding that enhances the plot instead of taking over it? ✅️✅️
Yeah. I loved it. And I need more. I'm really hoping there's more to come! 😍
May 17, 2026
I love how the author builds the world organically. It just feels natural and flows. The school scene was so smart to explain to the readers more about the world and hierarchy. Well done and can't wait for book #2.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Such a wonderful story! I loved seeing the FMC become more confident! I cannot wait to see what happens next!!!
May 23, 2026
3.75✨ thank you to Jay Montana for this eARC!
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