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Glamour of Midnight
"Incredible. Like A Court of Thorns and Roses meets Snow White and the Huntsman. A must read for 2018." -Meagan Ashley "GLAMOUR OF MIDNIGHT is like a cross between Snow White and A Court of Thorns and Roses. This book was an easy one-day read that I couldn't put down. Final I would recommend this book to fans of fairytale retellings, Snow White, faeries, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and fantasy." - Bethany Wicker, Listings Manager/ Staff Reviewer at YA Books Central Nineteen-year-old Karis has been blind since birth, but for some reason, she can see through the wall of smoke that separates the human lands from those of the Faeries that rule in grand courts on the other side. Most of the time, the only thing she can see on the other side of the wall is the swipe of a tail or the trailing of a bony hand along the surface. But one day, a handsome faerie appears and sweeps her away into his world—a world that is being ravaged by an evil so dark and deadly, she fears she may never see her home again. Loftin is a bounty hunter and he has been searching for Karis since she went missing from the Court of Ash. He needs to return her and collect the ransom. But the longer they travel together and the more he teaches her about what she is now able to see, the more difficult he finds the thought of letting her go. A fiery passion ignites between them, but with a monster tracking their every move, they must find a way to reach the Court of Ash before it kills them both. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Holly Black.
446 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 28, 2018
About the author
Casey L. Bond
63 books1,695 followersRONE Award-winning author Casey Bond lives on a rural farm in West Virginia with her husband and their two beautiful daughters. She writes phoenixes – gloriously flawed and morally gray characters that fiercely rise from the ashes of their circumstances.
Worldbuilding is one of her favorite pastimes. She thinks thunderstorms are better than coffee and that watching a meteor shower is the closest thing to magic you might ever see. She’s a firm believer that every amazing book needs a world you want to wrap yourself in, a character you want to win, and a love you would fight for.
Casey is the author of When Wishes Bleed, Gravebriar, House of Eclipses, and Where Oceans Burn.
@authorcaseybond on social media sites.
Worldbuilding is one of her favorite pastimes. She thinks thunderstorms are better than coffee and that watching a meteor shower is the closest thing to magic you might ever see. She’s a firm believer that every amazing book needs a world you want to wrap yourself in, a character you want to win, and a love you would fight for.
Casey is the author of When Wishes Bleed, Gravebriar, House of Eclipses, and Where Oceans Burn.
@authorcaseybond on social media sites.
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April 2, 2018
Glamour of Midnight burns with intensity. It is beautifully vivid and full of surprises. You've never read a Snow White story like this before, and you won't be disappointed!
Wow, this one was so fascinating! I loved the darkness of it and the creativity of combining fantasy and fae with a faerie tale retelling. It was absolutely stunning and addictive!
I found, and loved, the bits and pieces that were inspired by the original tale, but the entire story just felt unique and fresh. It had danger, passion, and excitement! I loved the unique twists on both the plot and the characters.
The story was captivating and engaging. Told from both Karis and Loftin's perspectives, I got a clear picture of what was currently happening in the story, as well as some amazing world development and fae history. There was never a dull moment, and everything flowed so nicely. If I hadn't found out that this was supposed to be a fantasy retelling, I would have thought it was it's own original faerie tale because it was so well written!
The characters sure felt original. I loved Karis and her kindness. She was so curious, and extremely perceptive for someone who could not see. Her character was definitely enjoyable, and I loved how she transformed from a shy, meek girl to a powerful, fierce woman. She was truly the heart and soul of the story, and of the fae world, and had that "Snow White" effect on everything she touched, enchanting everyone around her.
Loftin was a character that kept me on my toes. He had a deep, emotional side to him, covered up by charm, wit, and a little guile. What I truly loved most about his character was that he was based off of the hunter in the original tale that had a very minute part. For a character that originally had no explanation as to why he let Snow White live, Loftin had several underlying reasons, and had purpose in the tale.
And, who can forget the dwarves? Instead of getting dwarves though, or even seven present characters to represent them, we got Iric. Iric was the eldest of a slew of brothers (most living), and he represented the feeling of the dwarves and how they opened their hearts, and home, to "Snow White." He was strong and protective, and was an amazing brother to Karis.
So, despite the talk of the original tale, and the comparisons, Glamour of Midnight stood on its own accord, and shined bright. Casey created a beautiful world, an exhilarating and unpredictable tale, and clever characters and relationships. The story was so brilliant that you could forget the original tale entirely. I'd recommend it to faerie tale lovers, fae lover, and fantasy lovers! 4.5 stars (or 5 faeries since the fae might not be happy with me for cutting a faerie in half.)
Wow, this one was so fascinating! I loved the darkness of it and the creativity of combining fantasy and fae with a faerie tale retelling. It was absolutely stunning and addictive!
I found, and loved, the bits and pieces that were inspired by the original tale, but the entire story just felt unique and fresh. It had danger, passion, and excitement! I loved the unique twists on both the plot and the characters.
The story was captivating and engaging. Told from both Karis and Loftin's perspectives, I got a clear picture of what was currently happening in the story, as well as some amazing world development and fae history. There was never a dull moment, and everything flowed so nicely. If I hadn't found out that this was supposed to be a fantasy retelling, I would have thought it was it's own original faerie tale because it was so well written!
The characters sure felt original. I loved Karis and her kindness. She was so curious, and extremely perceptive for someone who could not see. Her character was definitely enjoyable, and I loved how she transformed from a shy, meek girl to a powerful, fierce woman. She was truly the heart and soul of the story, and of the fae world, and had that "Snow White" effect on everything she touched, enchanting everyone around her.
Loftin was a character that kept me on my toes. He had a deep, emotional side to him, covered up by charm, wit, and a little guile. What I truly loved most about his character was that he was based off of the hunter in the original tale that had a very minute part. For a character that originally had no explanation as to why he let Snow White live, Loftin had several underlying reasons, and had purpose in the tale.
And, who can forget the dwarves? Instead of getting dwarves though, or even seven present characters to represent them, we got Iric. Iric was the eldest of a slew of brothers (most living), and he represented the feeling of the dwarves and how they opened their hearts, and home, to "Snow White." He was strong and protective, and was an amazing brother to Karis.
So, despite the talk of the original tale, and the comparisons, Glamour of Midnight stood on its own accord, and shined bright. Casey created a beautiful world, an exhilarating and unpredictable tale, and clever characters and relationships. The story was so brilliant that you could forget the original tale entirely. I'd recommend it to faerie tale lovers, fae lover, and fantasy lovers! 4.5 stars (or 5 faeries since the fae might not be happy with me for cutting a faerie in half.)
Thank you to the author and Lady Amber's Reviews and PR for providing me with this free e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.
March 23, 2024
Another FABULOUS read from my new favorite author!! I have been hooked since reading Riches to Rags. The journey was beautiful and the ending was utter perfection <3
HUGE Casey l. Bond fan.
HUGE Casey l. Bond fan.
April 5, 2018
She was blind and was abandoned. She'd been called so many names, quite hurtful names, like Changeling, Monster. Karis lived with her adoptive family, Iric and his brothers, in the human world of Ironton. A world that was cruel and poor and suffering.
But when she was given the gift of sight, Karis was able to see beyond the smokey walls and entered the world of Faery. There she met a Seelie bounty hunter named Loftin, who vowed to protect her against banshees and every monstrous creatures that crossed their paths. And to secretly deliver her to the wicked Queen who ruled the Faery world. The Queen who would strip her off her powers and who just happened to be her own mother.
Cheers to another one-of-a-kind and unique retelling only Casey L. Bond could deliver! Words can't express how much enamored and ecstatic I am upon reading Glamour of Midnight. It was so deliciously and fantastically great, I thought I'd never like Snow White ever again. But Ms. Bond changed all this, and now I can't stop thinking about Karis and Loftin and even the Evil Queem Nemian!
Now I think I'm suffering from a book hangover - you know - when a book is so amazingly fantastic that you're going to be spending the next few days gushing over the characters and thinking about the possible what ifs and what nots. And as a result, you won't be able to pick up yet another book to read because, hangover.
As always, Casey Bond mesmerizes me with her superb storytelling and exemplary writing. She filled my head with wondrous characters and that contrasting world of human and faery was legit marvelous. I loved how the story was filled with magic and excitement right from the beginning. Everybody needs to pick this one up, it's nothing short of amazing.
But when she was given the gift of sight, Karis was able to see beyond the smokey walls and entered the world of Faery. There she met a Seelie bounty hunter named Loftin, who vowed to protect her against banshees and every monstrous creatures that crossed their paths. And to secretly deliver her to the wicked Queen who ruled the Faery world. The Queen who would strip her off her powers and who just happened to be her own mother.
Cheers to another one-of-a-kind and unique retelling only Casey L. Bond could deliver! Words can't express how much enamored and ecstatic I am upon reading Glamour of Midnight. It was so deliciously and fantastically great, I thought I'd never like Snow White ever again. But Ms. Bond changed all this, and now I can't stop thinking about Karis and Loftin and even the Evil Queem Nemian!
Now I think I'm suffering from a book hangover - you know - when a book is so amazingly fantastic that you're going to be spending the next few days gushing over the characters and thinking about the possible what ifs and what nots. And as a result, you won't be able to pick up yet another book to read because, hangover.
As always, Casey Bond mesmerizes me with her superb storytelling and exemplary writing. She filled my head with wondrous characters and that contrasting world of human and faery was legit marvelous. I loved how the story was filled with magic and excitement right from the beginning. Everybody needs to pick this one up, it's nothing short of amazing.
June 30, 2018
A huge thank-you to FaeCrate for helping me find this extraordinary novel!
If you're looking for a book that feels like the wickedness from The Cruel Prince matched with the romance of a paranormal romance novel, look no further!
Karis, our protagonist, is living blind in a city that is surrounded by a fog wall. On the other side of the mist? Unseelie fae, ready to kill them. However, every day the mist is growing thinner and it's up to the humans to fix it. Or is it? Karis regains her sight - but only able to see the outside world and not the town she lives in - so she feels like it's her duty to save the town.
Enter Loftin. A hunter ready to "help" her. However, that's not what he's after at all. He's a pretty dodgy guy! But the romance crackles between them and I feel myself enjoying their romance more and more. While it felt a little insta-lovey, I quickly came to realise that these characters are not human, so why couldn't the love and romance be faster?
I loved that this book was set for older readers without being too in your face about it. While the themes were universal - which included disability, magic, and sexual attraction - the writing was definitely aimed towards an older reading crowd.
And of course, I'm so grateful to read a book where the faeries aren't romantic and sweet, but deadly and horrifying. Even the 'good guys' are hiding secrets.
If you're looking for a book that feels like the wickedness from The Cruel Prince matched with the romance of a paranormal romance novel, look no further!
Karis, our protagonist, is living blind in a city that is surrounded by a fog wall. On the other side of the mist? Unseelie fae, ready to kill them. However, every day the mist is growing thinner and it's up to the humans to fix it. Or is it? Karis regains her sight - but only able to see the outside world and not the town she lives in - so she feels like it's her duty to save the town.
Enter Loftin. A hunter ready to "help" her. However, that's not what he's after at all. He's a pretty dodgy guy! But the romance crackles between them and I feel myself enjoying their romance more and more. While it felt a little insta-lovey, I quickly came to realise that these characters are not human, so why couldn't the love and romance be faster?
I loved that this book was set for older readers without being too in your face about it. While the themes were universal - which included disability, magic, and sexual attraction - the writing was definitely aimed towards an older reading crowd.
And of course, I'm so grateful to read a book where the faeries aren't romantic and sweet, but deadly and horrifying. Even the 'good guys' are hiding secrets.
April 28, 2018
Actual Rating: 3.5 Stars!
Same Review Also Posted On My Blog: Dreamy Addictions
This book is a unique mash-up retelling of Snow White and The Huntsman, and ACOTAR. I'm actually not a fan of Snow White retellings but I couldn't resist the fae folk. Glamour of Midnight turns out to be an entertaining read filled with magic and a dash of romance. It's a dark faery tale retelling set in the world of Fae. Although I didn't totally fall in love with it, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. The story was well written and the characters Karis and Loftin were pretty good. The faery world that the author created was pretty interesting. This was the first book I've read by the author and I might check out her other works too.
Nineteen Year old Karis has been blind since she was born but somehow she can see the fog surrounding the fae land. Due to her strange appearance, she was treated like a monster in her village. She was called Changeling and monster by the people in Ironton. She's found wandered in the woods when she was a kid and got adopted by a family. Because of her blindness she always depended on her adoptive brothers especially the older brother Iric. When she was given gift of sight, she can can clearly see the magical barrier surrounding the fog and also the monsters lurking behind the wall. When her brother goes missing in the fae land, she goes after him to bring him back. Then her paths cross with a handsome fae. Loftin is a bounty hunter who was ordered by the evil queen Nemain to hunt down Karis and return her to the Court of Ash. Many hunters failed in finding her but Loftin had no choice even though his chances are nill. Luckily, he finds Karis in the fae land and tells her that he'll help find her brother and also protect her from the monsters, but she didn't know that he was luring her to the evil queen who wants to kill her. During the journey, when Loftin gets to know more about Karis, he feels guilty about deceiving her. When feelings ignite between them, it becomes even more hard for him to let her go, but he couldn't abandon his mission with so much at stake.
Karis is a innocent, sweet, and a compassionate character just like snow white. She deeply cares for her adoptive brothers and feels quite guilty that she's a burden to Iric. She was like an outcast in her village. Even though everyone was rude to her she never felt angry with them. She has a fearless heart and will do anything to save her loved ones. I loved the sibling bond between her and her brothers. She has a nice character development. During the journey, she grows into a strong and courageous woman. I loved Loftin. He's witty and totally charming but behind that face he hides his sadness and all his emotional turmoil. He doesn't know much about humans until he meets Karis. At the beginning, he thinks that she was deceiving him with her innocent act but eventually learns that she was not faking and it makes him even more guilty about deceiving her but he don't have any another choice. I enjoyed the forbidden romance between Karis and Iric. I'm glad it wasn't an insta-love, they're one of my major book turn-off's. The secondary characters seemed interesting, but sadly they aren't fleshed out well enough.
The plot was interesting, and engaging enough to enjoy. Some parts were quite predictable but not everything. The concept was very unique. The story moved in a fast pace filled with adventure, magic, romance, and some handsome fae. The twists were unpredictable but the final fight with the queen felt pretty rushed to me. The true love's kiss at the end seemed a little bit cliched to me, I wish the author come up with something different. Anyway, the writing was good and I quite enjoyed the dual POV. I liked the magical aspect in this book and also the interesting world the author has built. I really wanted to explore more of this world, but sadly it's a stand-alone novel. I'd love to see more magical creatures, explore the other faerie courts, and also to meet some more handsome fae.
Overall, I enjoyed this book! It's not my favorite fae novel but still it was a good retelling and I had fun reading it. If you're looking for a dark Snow White retelling then definitely give this a shot.
Same Review Also Posted On My Blog: Dreamy Addictions
This book is a unique mash-up retelling of Snow White and The Huntsman, and ACOTAR. I'm actually not a fan of Snow White retellings but I couldn't resist the fae folk. Glamour of Midnight turns out to be an entertaining read filled with magic and a dash of romance. It's a dark faery tale retelling set in the world of Fae. Although I didn't totally fall in love with it, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. The story was well written and the characters Karis and Loftin were pretty good. The faery world that the author created was pretty interesting. This was the first book I've read by the author and I might check out her other works too.
Nineteen Year old Karis has been blind since she was born but somehow she can see the fog surrounding the fae land. Due to her strange appearance, she was treated like a monster in her village. She was called Changeling and monster by the people in Ironton. She's found wandered in the woods when she was a kid and got adopted by a family. Because of her blindness she always depended on her adoptive brothers especially the older brother Iric. When she was given gift of sight, she can can clearly see the magical barrier surrounding the fog and also the monsters lurking behind the wall. When her brother goes missing in the fae land, she goes after him to bring him back. Then her paths cross with a handsome fae. Loftin is a bounty hunter who was ordered by the evil queen Nemain to hunt down Karis and return her to the Court of Ash. Many hunters failed in finding her but Loftin had no choice even though his chances are nill. Luckily, he finds Karis in the fae land and tells her that he'll help find her brother and also protect her from the monsters, but she didn't know that he was luring her to the evil queen who wants to kill her. During the journey, when Loftin gets to know more about Karis, he feels guilty about deceiving her. When feelings ignite between them, it becomes even more hard for him to let her go, but he couldn't abandon his mission with so much at stake.
Karis is a innocent, sweet, and a compassionate character just like snow white. She deeply cares for her adoptive brothers and feels quite guilty that she's a burden to Iric. She was like an outcast in her village. Even though everyone was rude to her she never felt angry with them. She has a fearless heart and will do anything to save her loved ones. I loved the sibling bond between her and her brothers. She has a nice character development. During the journey, she grows into a strong and courageous woman. I loved Loftin. He's witty and totally charming but behind that face he hides his sadness and all his emotional turmoil. He doesn't know much about humans until he meets Karis. At the beginning, he thinks that she was deceiving him with her innocent act but eventually learns that she was not faking and it makes him even more guilty about deceiving her but he don't have any another choice. I enjoyed the forbidden romance between Karis and Iric. I'm glad it wasn't an insta-love, they're one of my major book turn-off's. The secondary characters seemed interesting, but sadly they aren't fleshed out well enough.
The plot was interesting, and engaging enough to enjoy. Some parts were quite predictable but not everything. The concept was very unique. The story moved in a fast pace filled with adventure, magic, romance, and some handsome fae. The twists were unpredictable but the final fight with the queen felt pretty rushed to me. The true love's kiss at the end seemed a little bit cliched to me, I wish the author come up with something different. Anyway, the writing was good and I quite enjoyed the dual POV. I liked the magical aspect in this book and also the interesting world the author has built. I really wanted to explore more of this world, but sadly it's a stand-alone novel. I'd love to see more magical creatures, explore the other faerie courts, and also to meet some more handsome fae.
Overall, I enjoyed this book! It's not my favorite fae novel but still it was a good retelling and I had fun reading it. If you're looking for a dark Snow White retelling then definitely give this a shot.
April 10, 2018
Found blind and wandering in the forest as a young child, 19 year old Karis has spent her entire life dependent on others. While she does her best to help out the family who has taken her in, she’s always been an outcast in their village. When her adoptive brother Iric takes it upon himself to travel into the outside world to the Fae controlled forests and lands looking for the smoke they believe keeps their village safe from the monsters that live beyond their magical border, Karis knows she will follow him to bring him back to safety, since she she has the gift of Fae sight once outside the protective barriers of her village.
The bounty hunter Loftin has been commissioned by the Queen of the Ash Court to find and bring her the daughter who escaped her grasp as a young child. Loftin knows that if he is successful, the Princess will be destroyed, but he truly has no choice as those who fail the Queen are put to death. When she literally appears in front of him, he can’t believe his luck. However, the more time he spends with her, the more he realizes he can never just turn her over to her mother, no matter what his personal cost.
As their journey through the Fae courts continues, Loftin and Karis face deadly threats and enemies at every turn. As their passions for one another continue to grow, Loftin must also find a way to tell Karis the truth about who they both are and the mission he was sent on before the trust growing between them is destroyed forever and the wicked queen is left to rule and destroy what little is left of Faery.
Based very loosely on Snow White, Glamour of Midnight is a thrilling and compelling coming of age journey through a world one can only dream of. Casey L Bond has created a fabulous and unique cast of characters that must battle their demons both literally and figuratively.
I truly loved watching Karis grow and blossom on her journey of self discovery. She became bolder and more courageous with every move she made. Her cunning and intelligence was delightful, as she went from someone most people ignored to the person who truly could save them all. I really loved the bonds she formed with Iric and the rest of her adopted brothers that helped form the person she would become.
Loftin’s character was also well written. You could tell he was a man who had lost much in his life already and was really trying to do the right thing by his people. I enjoyed watching his own personal journey as he had to fight his own morals and beliefs a to what the right thing really was.
Together, they made a formidable pair and watching them grow as both individuals and a couple was the highlight of this fairy tale. With twists and turns throughout the plot, magical and unbelievable battles with magical creatures, a forbidden romance and an evil queen, Glamour of Midnight is truly a fantastic tale. 5 stars
The bounty hunter Loftin has been commissioned by the Queen of the Ash Court to find and bring her the daughter who escaped her grasp as a young child. Loftin knows that if he is successful, the Princess will be destroyed, but he truly has no choice as those who fail the Queen are put to death. When she literally appears in front of him, he can’t believe his luck. However, the more time he spends with her, the more he realizes he can never just turn her over to her mother, no matter what his personal cost.
As their journey through the Fae courts continues, Loftin and Karis face deadly threats and enemies at every turn. As their passions for one another continue to grow, Loftin must also find a way to tell Karis the truth about who they both are and the mission he was sent on before the trust growing between them is destroyed forever and the wicked queen is left to rule and destroy what little is left of Faery.
Based very loosely on Snow White, Glamour of Midnight is a thrilling and compelling coming of age journey through a world one can only dream of. Casey L Bond has created a fabulous and unique cast of characters that must battle their demons both literally and figuratively.
I truly loved watching Karis grow and blossom on her journey of self discovery. She became bolder and more courageous with every move she made. Her cunning and intelligence was delightful, as she went from someone most people ignored to the person who truly could save them all. I really loved the bonds she formed with Iric and the rest of her adopted brothers that helped form the person she would become.
Loftin’s character was also well written. You could tell he was a man who had lost much in his life already and was really trying to do the right thing by his people. I enjoyed watching his own personal journey as he had to fight his own morals and beliefs a to what the right thing really was.
Together, they made a formidable pair and watching them grow as both individuals and a couple was the highlight of this fairy tale. With twists and turns throughout the plot, magical and unbelievable battles with magical creatures, a forbidden romance and an evil queen, Glamour of Midnight is truly a fantastic tale. 5 stars
March 5, 2018
“There’re monsters everywhere, K. A wall of smoke doesn’t keep them from living among us.”
Fairytale retelling are some of my favorite books to read. I always love to see an authors interpretation of the stories we’ve all grown up knowing. Glamour of Midnight takes the story of Snow White and turns it into something so fun an imaginative—and it has fae, what more could you want?! Fae is another one of my favorite types of books to read—they may even be my favorite supernatural being.
The story starts off a bit slow but picks up more once Karis makes her way into Faery to save her friend, Iric. There’s so much going on once Karis meets Loftin and starts realizing that she’s not human, but fae—with powers that are strong enough to take over the Queen, Nemain. One thing I didn’t much care for was the POV of Loftin; considering he has secrets he can’t have get out, I would have liked it if we were surprised along with Karis once she figures it out. Karis is a character whose innocent, naive, and kind—just like Snow White.
Despite my feelings about Loftin’s pov, I liked him. I loved seeing Faery from Bond’s perspective. It was haunting, scary, but had a certain beauty to it that made it realistic. I think this readers who like retelling, fae, and magical elements to their stories, will love this. It made me want to have a re-read of some of my other favorite fae stories like The Iron King by Julie Kagawa and The Fever Series by Karen Marie Moning.
“Your eyes are clear and bright, and your lips...” He shook his head. “I shouldn’t think about those. Your lips are pure torture to a fae male.”
I personally enjoyed all the “monsters” aka unseelie that came upon Loftin and Karis. She was so trusting to a lot of stuff in Faery—growing up in the human world will do that to you—and there were several times that Loftin and Karis has to fight for their lives. I felt like the romance was a hit on the insta-love side but it never annoyed me like it usually does. I liked their instant connection and I rooted for them throughout! All in all, I loved the story and the characters that came along for the ride.
April 1, 2018
Where to start? Glamour of Midnight has everything my fairytale loving heart needs. Fairies, an adventure, romance, amazing beings, and incredible writing. I was lost from page one with Karis and Loftin's journey. Karis is the daughter of an evil queen. Said evil queen who has destroyed most of the world and stolen power from most of the fae. Karis is everything her mother is not, pure of heart and a creator.
Karis is incredibly strong, she's blind and no one in her human village likes her except her adopted family. Yet she continues on and even later decides to help her village even though they'd never help her. Along her journey she meets some amazing friends, and friends who turn out as enemies. One special one is Loftin. Loftin is Prince to the Autumn Seelie Court and a hunter. He's been asked to bring back Karis so her mother can kill her. Once he's met Karis he realizes that's something he'd never be able to do.
Everything about this book is amazing. The writing, the characters, the fantasy, everything. Casey L. Bond found her calling as an author and I can't wait to read more from her! Get ready to be swept away into a land where nothing is what it seems and everyone seems to have a secret. The world that was created is just perfect, even with the scary monsters I wish I could call it home. I love when a book can take me away from realty and make me feel like I'm along for the journey and adventure, Glamour of Midnight does that so well!
Karis is incredibly strong, she's blind and no one in her human village likes her except her adopted family. Yet she continues on and even later decides to help her village even though they'd never help her. Along her journey she meets some amazing friends, and friends who turn out as enemies. One special one is Loftin. Loftin is Prince to the Autumn Seelie Court and a hunter. He's been asked to bring back Karis so her mother can kill her. Once he's met Karis he realizes that's something he'd never be able to do.
Everything about this book is amazing. The writing, the characters, the fantasy, everything. Casey L. Bond found her calling as an author and I can't wait to read more from her! Get ready to be swept away into a land where nothing is what it seems and everyone seems to have a secret. The world that was created is just perfect, even with the scary monsters I wish I could call it home. I love when a book can take me away from realty and make me feel like I'm along for the journey and adventure, Glamour of Midnight does that so well!
September 14, 2019
Everything about this story was captivating. There was never a dull moment. So many unexpected twists and turns. Not to mention, the narrator rocked it!
September 3, 2023
This is so good, and yes it reads like a Snow White and the Huntsman retelling with Fae, but despite the protagonist being blind, it doesn't read hard, but the psychology might be a bit of a challenge, cause the mother is evil and there are a few POVs.
It also has that clever villager narrative.
Also, I was always curious about Casey L. Bond's books and writing, seeing that a few years ago it wasn't for me, but alas, my psyche and my approach have changed since then.
The book is based on the events, not on the dialogue and whatever is going on in their heads.
I didn't enjoy that by the end there were two or three random placed sentences, which took away from the book and were seemingly addressed at the reader, and when the curse words started rolling in, it felt like there was a bit less effort put into it, but I didn't rate this book lower, cause the reason why I initially loved it, stayed.
It's great for people who are getting into fantasy who don't want to read SJM or V.E. Schwab (the first being a bit repetitive with tropes, and the latter is not to everyone's tastes, definitely not mine), and want something original but good, cause you've probably watched the film Snow White and the Huntsman. It's also good for girls and women, cause the main protagonist is female and the book is written by a woman.
It also has that clever villager narrative.
Also, I was always curious about Casey L. Bond's books and writing, seeing that a few years ago it wasn't for me, but alas, my psyche and my approach have changed since then.
The book is based on the events, not on the dialogue and whatever is going on in their heads.
I didn't enjoy that by the end there were two or three random placed sentences, which took away from the book and were seemingly addressed at the reader, and when the curse words started rolling in, it felt like there was a bit less effort put into it, but I didn't rate this book lower, cause the reason why I initially loved it, stayed.
It's great for people who are getting into fantasy who don't want to read SJM or V.E. Schwab (the first being a bit repetitive with tropes, and the latter is not to everyone's tastes, definitely not mine), and want something original but good, cause you've probably watched the film Snow White and the Huntsman. It's also good for girls and women, cause the main protagonist is female and the book is written by a woman.
April 8, 2018
Glamour of Midnight by Casey L Bond is an Urban Fantasy retelling of Snow White. It's a dark fairy tale set in the world of Faerie. A quest of life and death, love and hate.
Told from both points of view, we become immersed in this journey with Karis (Snow) and Loftin (Huntsman), as they make their way towards the Court of Ash to destroy The Queen.
Miss Bond's mind is so unique and creative that I felt like I had fallen down a rabbit hole and was journeying through a new type of wonderland.
Although Midnight of Glamour is listed as YA, the writing was very mature, yet not sexually graphic. It was very reminiscent of stepping into Karen Marie Monings Fever books for the first time.
Casey L Bond should get more than 5⭐️ for Glamour of Midnight...but it's all I have to give, so let's through in a bottle of whiskey too! 🥃
A recommended must read if you're a lover of fairytales and urban fantasy genres. And it's currently available on Kindle Unlimited
Told from both points of view, we become immersed in this journey with Karis (Snow) and Loftin (Huntsman), as they make their way towards the Court of Ash to destroy The Queen.
Miss Bond's mind is so unique and creative that I felt like I had fallen down a rabbit hole and was journeying through a new type of wonderland.
Although Midnight of Glamour is listed as YA, the writing was very mature, yet not sexually graphic. It was very reminiscent of stepping into Karen Marie Monings Fever books for the first time.
Casey L Bond should get more than 5⭐️ for Glamour of Midnight...but it's all I have to give, so let's through in a bottle of whiskey too! 🥃
A recommended must read if you're a lover of fairytales and urban fantasy genres. And it's currently available on Kindle Unlimited
March 7, 2018
"Your possibilities are only limited by your imagination". Casey L. Bond took this quote to the extreme. This re-telling of a fairy tale fulfilled all expectations and then some. Casey L. Bond wove a tale with wonderfully descriptive details that paint a living masterpiece in your mind. This is the story of a truly strong heroine, Karis, who is not only caring, but fierce; defending those whom she loves and setting out to make the world right again. She is joined by a diverse cast of characters, each with vivid personalities and quirks that make you smile, laugh, growl, and gasp. Casey L. Bond hooks you right from the beginning and keeps you hooked as the story never slows with each page drawing you further into this fantasy.
April 11, 2018
Wow... this book is so good! Casey built a broken, but captivating fae world full of danger at every turn. Following Karis and Loftin as they navigate monsters and their own growing attractions kept me turning the pages way past my bedtime. This is a quick, enthralling read. Fans of Sarah J Maas and Holly Black will absolutely enjoy Glamour of Midnight. I hope Casey writes more stories in this world. I want to know all the courts!
March 15, 2018
The Sleeping Beauty part wasn't that obvious so if that is what you are looking for - take a deep breath - and enjoy an amazing and original book that will make you turn the pages faster and faster that has just a pinch of Sleeping Beauty in it.
I really loved the world that the author created. It is a harsh world, unforgiving, where people lose their lives (or their hands), where children go hungry and monsters are roaming the forests, guarding the walls and killing everyone who dares to leave the confines of the cities.
Being blind and turning up in the city as a child with nobody knowing where she came from, hasn't made Karis' life any easier even though Iric and his family are looking after her. Little does she know that somebody very powerful and very evil is searching for her. In fact - has been searching for her ever since she went missing and turned up in the city of Ironton.
Loftin, a bounty hunter, is going after a very special bounty, the young girl who went missing from the Court of Ash years ago and the price is high. Very high. But - will he really be able to betray her?
A fantastic world, a fairy tale whose monsters will keep you up at night and whose heroes will make you swoon and sigh and, well, maybe even kick some .... backs or shins, who knows.
I loved to read about the Courts and the Seelie fae, I feared the Unseelie and I really wanted the good guys to win. Whoever the good guys were.
A wonderful fairy tale that I can wholeheartedly recommend to everyone who loves to read about those monsters under your bed, in your closet, and in your forests. Especially those in your forests.
I really loved the world that the author created. It is a harsh world, unforgiving, where people lose their lives (or their hands), where children go hungry and monsters are roaming the forests, guarding the walls and killing everyone who dares to leave the confines of the cities.
Being blind and turning up in the city as a child with nobody knowing where she came from, hasn't made Karis' life any easier even though Iric and his family are looking after her. Little does she know that somebody very powerful and very evil is searching for her. In fact - has been searching for her ever since she went missing and turned up in the city of Ironton.
Loftin, a bounty hunter, is going after a very special bounty, the young girl who went missing from the Court of Ash years ago and the price is high. Very high. But - will he really be able to betray her?
A fantastic world, a fairy tale whose monsters will keep you up at night and whose heroes will make you swoon and sigh and, well, maybe even kick some .... backs or shins, who knows.
I loved to read about the Courts and the Seelie fae, I feared the Unseelie and I really wanted the good guys to win. Whoever the good guys were.
A wonderful fairy tale that I can wholeheartedly recommend to everyone who loves to read about those monsters under your bed, in your closet, and in your forests. Especially those in your forests.
March 26, 2018
I needed to make myself forget how good it felt to be in his arms. They might be the most dangerous place in Faery. Especially for my heart.
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Who loves fairy tale retellings? This gal!! I am head over heels for them, especially when they are written by Bond. She has this incredible gift and knows exactly how to tell a story and tell it well.
When I started GLAMOUR OF MIDNIGHT I wasn’t sure how it would all tie into the Snow White story we all knew from our childhood. It was definitely different than how I thought it would play out. But it played out perfectly. Not even halfway in and I was in love with all things Faery and of course, all things Loftin.
Word to the wise...be careful who you trust and who you care for in this story. Things are definitely not as they seem in Faery and you may end up feeling betrayed for a short time. I know I was. But in the end, I was more in love with this story than ever and actually prefer Bond’s retelling more than the original. I mean, there are faeries. I love faeries.
And once again, as with RICHES TO RAGS, I would love to see more come from these characters. I got attached rather quickly to them and with how it all ended, a sequel could easily form.
Enchanting, alluring, and bewitching, GLAMOUR OF MIDNIGHT was everything YA fantasy should be. And Loftin and Karis are forever etched into my heart. 5 Stars!
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Who loves fairy tale retellings? This gal!! I am head over heels for them, especially when they are written by Bond. She has this incredible gift and knows exactly how to tell a story and tell it well.
When I started GLAMOUR OF MIDNIGHT I wasn’t sure how it would all tie into the Snow White story we all knew from our childhood. It was definitely different than how I thought it would play out. But it played out perfectly. Not even halfway in and I was in love with all things Faery and of course, all things Loftin.
Word to the wise...be careful who you trust and who you care for in this story. Things are definitely not as they seem in Faery and you may end up feeling betrayed for a short time. I know I was. But in the end, I was more in love with this story than ever and actually prefer Bond’s retelling more than the original. I mean, there are faeries. I love faeries.
And once again, as with RICHES TO RAGS, I would love to see more come from these characters. I got attached rather quickly to them and with how it all ended, a sequel could easily form.
Enchanting, alluring, and bewitching, GLAMOUR OF MIDNIGHT was everything YA fantasy should be. And Loftin and Karis are forever etched into my heart. 5 Stars!
April 11, 2018
I freaking love fairytale retellings, but my favorites are the kind that don't even feel like a retelling. Bond's done a great job so far in taking the old classics and spinning her own world on its axis, and it was fun catching all the little references. Well, when I remembered to and wasn't getting distracted by the awesomeness.
It's all about the fae with this book, and a pair setting off on an adventure to get to their goals: her dear friend for her and his dear father for him. Both start off on the wrong foot but eventually come together, and I loved it. Loved the connection, loved that I was able to click with the whole thing. The Evil Queen didn't get as much depth as the author's last bad guy, so I was a bit bummed, and the characters sometimes repeated themselves, but other than that, I thought this thing was fantastic. It was certainly great enough to have me forget about the little issues I had with it until I had to do this review lol. Definite recommend!
It's all about the fae with this book, and a pair setting off on an adventure to get to their goals: her dear friend for her and his dear father for him. Both start off on the wrong foot but eventually come together, and I loved it. Loved the connection, loved that I was able to click with the whole thing. The Evil Queen didn't get as much depth as the author's last bad guy, so I was a bit bummed, and the characters sometimes repeated themselves, but other than that, I thought this thing was fantastic. It was certainly great enough to have me forget about the little issues I had with it until I had to do this review lol. Definite recommend!
June 21, 2018
Let me start by saying how AMAZING this cover is!! Like seriously, it's gorgeous. Okay, so I found this awesome author through Fae Crate and I kept hearing how wonderful this book is. I decided to check it out and was immediately intrigued by the description. I'm so grateful that I decided to read this book because I loved the fairy tale retelling. Casey is the kind of author that takes something you love (in my case fairy tales) and makes them 1000 times better. I didn't feel like I was reading one of those cliché stories and her characters are totally ORIGINAL!! I mean can it get any better?! P.S. that's a rhetorical question because it can't get any better. If you like adventure with a bit of romance and fairies, you'll LOVE this book!! Karis' story alone is amazing and when you add Loftin omg. LOVE IT! I plan to get a paperback copy as soon as I can :)
June 21, 2020
Undecided
The beginning and end were excellent but the middle felt rushed. When Karis went outside the smoke into Faery, everything sped up and became a bit confusing. Major descriptors that were present in the beginning disappeared, so that action outweighed exposition, leaving the story feeling unbalanced. I really wanted to relate to the characters better but didn’t really feel convinced of their actions once Karis left the smoke. Hopefully Bond’s other novels will provide a more balanced read.
The beginning and end were excellent but the middle felt rushed. When Karis went outside the smoke into Faery, everything sped up and became a bit confusing. Major descriptors that were present in the beginning disappeared, so that action outweighed exposition, leaving the story feeling unbalanced. I really wanted to relate to the characters better but didn’t really feel convinced of their actions once Karis left the smoke. Hopefully Bond’s other novels will provide a more balanced read.
May 28, 2018
4.5 ~ I really enjoyed Glamour of Midnight and am glad I found it.
Author's playlist with YouTube's Both Crowley's original song "Eyes Wide Open" based on Glamour of Midnight. I love her music, especially her book based songs.
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https://open.spotify.com/user/1216542...
Author's playlist with YouTube's Both Crowley's original song "Eyes Wide Open" based on Glamour of Midnight. I love her music, especially her book based songs.
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https://open.spotify.com/user/1216542...
September 9, 2019
The vibe was said to be Snow White x Fae and I was in. Unfortunately, it didn’t work out.
All the elements are there but just somehow lacklustre and shallow. I never connected to the characters and the pace was jarring but at the same time repetitive. DNF 80%
All the elements are there but just somehow lacklustre and shallow. I never connected to the characters and the pace was jarring but at the same time repetitive. DNF 80%
April 10, 2018
This novel is Casey Bond’s third fairytale retelling, and I can tell you with absolute certainty that they just keep getting better and better! My favorite part of all of her stories – which certainly includes this one – is how many layers there are to the story, the characters, and the intricate worlds she builds.
It’s important to note that these are all standalone stories, so I implore you to pick this one up if your favorite reads are about fae. She builds a sometimes beautiful, sometimes sad, but always perfectly detailed world of each court (summer, winter, fall and spring), along with where humans live, and all the lands and magical (and often dangerous) creatures that live in each. It’s also fascinating to read that even when humans don’t really know what they THINK they know about the faerie outside their (literal) bubble, and think all fae are out to kill them, instead of coming together, they still have their own caste system – which I truly believe would happen, because humans seldom learn.
Then there is Karis. Thinking that she is a worthless human her entire life, especially because she’s blind. Imagine the shock when one day the veil is literally lifted, and her whole world changes. She is such an amazing, strong, fantastic character. Although she always has men – first, one that is like a brother, then Loftin once her eyes are open – by her side to help her, they are her guides and her equals. She never let them completely take care of her. Even blind, she insisted on being as independent and helpful as possible. Even at the absolute scariest moments, she never cowered. She always fought.
Loftin was the perfect man to come into Karis’ life at the moment he did. Sure, he had been looking for her the entire time, but she certainly didn’t know that, and it was clear right away that the reason he was looking for her changed in his eyes the moment that he met her. The chemistry between them was subtle but definitely noticeable from the beginning, and they grew to be quite a powerful duo.
The big question was if Karis could trust Loftin’s true intentions, and if she could trust the intentions of those she continued to meet along the way, while she searched for someone close to her heart in a dangerous and very foreign land. Bond did an incredible job at keeping you guessing. Every time you thought she could trust someone, you immediately questioned that thought. With so much division between fae and humans alike, how could she possible fit into this world, and could they all coexist in any capacity? Well…Bond kept you guessing there too. Right up until the very end. I couldn’t put this book down, and did very little sleeping – and it was so worth it! Not only is this book a great read, but it is definitely worthy of a reread. Just like her last. I’m incredibly impressed with the depth of worlds and characters, and can’t wait to see what fairytale retelling she has for us next.
It’s important to note that these are all standalone stories, so I implore you to pick this one up if your favorite reads are about fae. She builds a sometimes beautiful, sometimes sad, but always perfectly detailed world of each court (summer, winter, fall and spring), along with where humans live, and all the lands and magical (and often dangerous) creatures that live in each. It’s also fascinating to read that even when humans don’t really know what they THINK they know about the faerie outside their (literal) bubble, and think all fae are out to kill them, instead of coming together, they still have their own caste system – which I truly believe would happen, because humans seldom learn.
Then there is Karis. Thinking that she is a worthless human her entire life, especially because she’s blind. Imagine the shock when one day the veil is literally lifted, and her whole world changes. She is such an amazing, strong, fantastic character. Although she always has men – first, one that is like a brother, then Loftin once her eyes are open – by her side to help her, they are her guides and her equals. She never let them completely take care of her. Even blind, she insisted on being as independent and helpful as possible. Even at the absolute scariest moments, she never cowered. She always fought.
Loftin was the perfect man to come into Karis’ life at the moment he did. Sure, he had been looking for her the entire time, but she certainly didn’t know that, and it was clear right away that the reason he was looking for her changed in his eyes the moment that he met her. The chemistry between them was subtle but definitely noticeable from the beginning, and they grew to be quite a powerful duo.
The big question was if Karis could trust Loftin’s true intentions, and if she could trust the intentions of those she continued to meet along the way, while she searched for someone close to her heart in a dangerous and very foreign land. Bond did an incredible job at keeping you guessing. Every time you thought she could trust someone, you immediately questioned that thought. With so much division between fae and humans alike, how could she possible fit into this world, and could they all coexist in any capacity? Well…Bond kept you guessing there too. Right up until the very end. I couldn’t put this book down, and did very little sleeping – and it was so worth it! Not only is this book a great read, but it is definitely worthy of a reread. Just like her last. I’m incredibly impressed with the depth of worlds and characters, and can’t wait to see what fairytale retelling she has for us next.
January 10, 2023
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It was good, but not what I was expecting. A lot of things throughout the book just didn’t click for me. The relationships between people were hot and cold but also like a light switch; they feel one way but then it’s exactly the opposite.
I didn’t feel the attraction or “love” between the characters just had to go along with it because they apparently felt it (despite just meeting, lacking trust, and being rude). I’m cool with blindly trusting an author but at some point I need something to show me what the characters are feeling because the actions weren’t doing it.
It bothered me about Iric surviving as long as he did outside of the dome with no experience, knowledge of what he was facing, training, weapons, etc. Karis and Loftin we’re constantly facing things. I understand more after finishing it that he wasn’t alone and he did have help but it felt a bit cheap to me.
I’m not sure if it’s an all around error or just with the kindle version but page 169 had some kind of glitch that took out some of the book. One sentence things were fine and the next they were being attacked. Definitely missing some story there.
There were small things throughout the book that I would have liked to be explained in better detail, such as; the “moth” that Iric’s mother had and the bit with the winter king. Among other things, these two were touched upon but I felt could have used more.
As for the ending, it was kind of lackluster, the whole book is banking on what seems like an inevitable war, training is being prepared, etc but out of nowhere, Karis knows it all and doesn’t need help and boom, bad guy is taken down, all is well. I just expected a bit more especially with how powerful her mother seemed to have been.
Despite all of the above, the story was interesting and I liked the play on the fairytale.
It was good, but not what I was expecting. A lot of things throughout the book just didn’t click for me. The relationships between people were hot and cold but also like a light switch; they feel one way but then it’s exactly the opposite.
I didn’t feel the attraction or “love” between the characters just had to go along with it because they apparently felt it (despite just meeting, lacking trust, and being rude). I’m cool with blindly trusting an author but at some point I need something to show me what the characters are feeling because the actions weren’t doing it.
It bothered me about Iric surviving as long as he did outside of the dome with no experience, knowledge of what he was facing, training, weapons, etc. Karis and Loftin we’re constantly facing things. I understand more after finishing it that he wasn’t alone and he did have help but it felt a bit cheap to me.
I’m not sure if it’s an all around error or just with the kindle version but page 169 had some kind of glitch that took out some of the book. One sentence things were fine and the next they were being attacked. Definitely missing some story there.
There were small things throughout the book that I would have liked to be explained in better detail, such as; the “moth” that Iric’s mother had and the bit with the winter king. Among other things, these two were touched upon but I felt could have used more.
As for the ending, it was kind of lackluster, the whole book is banking on what seems like an inevitable war, training is being prepared, etc but out of nowhere, Karis knows it all and doesn’t need help and boom, bad guy is taken down, all is well. I just expected a bit more especially with how powerful her mother seemed to have been.
Despite all of the above, the story was interesting and I liked the play on the fairytale.
June 29, 2018
Title: Glamour of Midnight
Author: Casey L. Bond
4.3/5
I absolutely love fairy tale retellings - and this one definitely had me glued to the pages and wanting more. I wouldn’t have known about this awesome book and awesome author if not for Fae Crate providing a free ebook download in their boxes! I loved the characters Karis and Loftin - I also loved some of the minor characters like Iric, Alistair, and Devane - King of the Court of Shadows. The plot was wonderful, as well the the twists in it that I thought were excellent. Despite the retelling, there were some unique aspects and twists that really made this story stand on its own.
I won’t go into the plot too much - the story is a retelling of The Huntsmen, so you have an idea about the general plot of the story. Karis is the long lost princess who ran away from the Faerie world when her mother Nemain tried to kill her and steal her heart. The problem is she now lives in the human world where there’s a smoke wall that separates Faerie and the human realm, and Karis has no memory at all of who she is, and why she’s blind. She finds out later that she’s only blind in the human world, and that in Faerie she can fully see. It’s in Faerie where we meet Loftin - the huntsmen who the evil queen Nemain hired in finding her daughter in exchange of her bringing his father back (King of Autumn).
With an interesting and exciting journey through Faerie, Karis and Loftin run into conflicts that require trust in each other. The attraction they both share toward each other grows throughout the book, and I loved reading their story. I definitely will be recommending this book - especially to those who love fairy tale retellings. I promise you the slight twist towards the end is worth it!
I look forward to reading other books that this author has written. It looks like she wrote several other retellings that I cannot wait to get my hands on!
Author: Casey L. Bond
4.3/5
I absolutely love fairy tale retellings - and this one definitely had me glued to the pages and wanting more. I wouldn’t have known about this awesome book and awesome author if not for Fae Crate providing a free ebook download in their boxes! I loved the characters Karis and Loftin - I also loved some of the minor characters like Iric, Alistair, and Devane - King of the Court of Shadows. The plot was wonderful, as well the the twists in it that I thought were excellent. Despite the retelling, there were some unique aspects and twists that really made this story stand on its own.
I won’t go into the plot too much - the story is a retelling of The Huntsmen, so you have an idea about the general plot of the story. Karis is the long lost princess who ran away from the Faerie world when her mother Nemain tried to kill her and steal her heart. The problem is she now lives in the human world where there’s a smoke wall that separates Faerie and the human realm, and Karis has no memory at all of who she is, and why she’s blind. She finds out later that she’s only blind in the human world, and that in Faerie she can fully see. It’s in Faerie where we meet Loftin - the huntsmen who the evil queen Nemain hired in finding her daughter in exchange of her bringing his father back (King of Autumn).
With an interesting and exciting journey through Faerie, Karis and Loftin run into conflicts that require trust in each other. The attraction they both share toward each other grows throughout the book, and I loved reading their story. I definitely will be recommending this book - especially to those who love fairy tale retellings. I promise you the slight twist towards the end is worth it!
I look forward to reading other books that this author has written. It looks like she wrote several other retellings that I cannot wait to get my hands on!
March 28, 2018
Reviewed on behalf of 3 Degrees of Fiction Blog
It has been a while since I have read this book. Normally I write my reviews as soon as I finish a book, since I tend to forget stuff and never review, but this book… It pushed me in a MAJOR book funk! The funk was so bad, I had to pick up not only a different genre, but a book in a completely different LANGUAGE to bring myself to reading again.
But let’s start at the beginning. The cover of this book suits the story and you only “get” what it really means when you have read the book, which is exactly how I like my covers.
The world building was exceptional. I really enjoyed learning more and more about the different courts, getting to know the species and reading about the different characters and how they work together.
The plot was well developed and gave the characters the room for development, mistakes and to let their love grow. I really enjoyed reading about this first love and how Karis slowly learnt who to trust, what to do and where her place in this strange new world is. The similarities to Snow White were marginal, just the beginning was a bit similar, but then it changed rapidly, so that I had never the impression I was reading a fairytale retelling. I was surprised by almost every twist and turn and was really glad how the end turned out to be and how Karis managed to best the other Faye kings and queens.
It was a really good book by a new to me author I will definitely pick up again.
It has been a while since I have read this book. Normally I write my reviews as soon as I finish a book, since I tend to forget stuff and never review, but this book… It pushed me in a MAJOR book funk! The funk was so bad, I had to pick up not only a different genre, but a book in a completely different LANGUAGE to bring myself to reading again.
But let’s start at the beginning. The cover of this book suits the story and you only “get” what it really means when you have read the book, which is exactly how I like my covers.
The world building was exceptional. I really enjoyed learning more and more about the different courts, getting to know the species and reading about the different characters and how they work together.
The plot was well developed and gave the characters the room for development, mistakes and to let their love grow. I really enjoyed reading about this first love and how Karis slowly learnt who to trust, what to do and where her place in this strange new world is. The similarities to Snow White were marginal, just the beginning was a bit similar, but then it changed rapidly, so that I had never the impression I was reading a fairytale retelling. I was surprised by almost every twist and turn and was really glad how the end turned out to be and how Karis managed to best the other Faye kings and queens.
It was a really good book by a new to me author I will definitely pick up again.
January 18, 2019
Karis has been blind for as long as she can remember. However, when she sees through the smoke that stands between the human world and the faerie one, she knows she has to go in. Iric, Karis's "adopted brother", is one of the fastest humans. He worries about Karis going into the faerie world, so he goes in her place.
Karis is the only one who can save Iric. When she crosses into the faerie world, she meets Loftin, a hunter who swears to help her. But Loftin has his secrets. He's supposed to take Karis to her mother, but will his heart prevent him from doing so in the end?
Nemain is Karis's mother and is one of the most evil faerie who unleashes the Unseelie on unsuspecting people. Karis is the only one who can stop Nemain, even though she still feels human instead of a faerie. Along the way, Karis discovers more about herself than she ever could've imagined.
GLAMOUR OF MIDNIGHT is like a cross between Snow White and A Court of Thorns and Roses. I really enjoyed this book and Karis's stubborn character. I also loved Loftin and found Alistair to be intriguing as well. This book was an easy one-day read that I couldn't put down.
Final Verdict: I would recommend this book to fans of fairytale retellings, Snow White, faeries, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and fantasy.
Karis is the only one who can save Iric. When she crosses into the faerie world, she meets Loftin, a hunter who swears to help her. But Loftin has his secrets. He's supposed to take Karis to her mother, but will his heart prevent him from doing so in the end?
Nemain is Karis's mother and is one of the most evil faerie who unleashes the Unseelie on unsuspecting people. Karis is the only one who can stop Nemain, even though she still feels human instead of a faerie. Along the way, Karis discovers more about herself than she ever could've imagined.
GLAMOUR OF MIDNIGHT is like a cross between Snow White and A Court of Thorns and Roses. I really enjoyed this book and Karis's stubborn character. I also loved Loftin and found Alistair to be intriguing as well. This book was an easy one-day read that I couldn't put down.
Final Verdict: I would recommend this book to fans of fairytale retellings, Snow White, faeries, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and fantasy.
March 28, 2019
Glamour of Midnight
By: Casey L. Bond.
I have read most of Casey L. Bond’s fairy tale retelling novels and enjoyed them immensely; and Glamour of Midnight does not fall short. This story is a retelling of Snow White and The Huntsment with Fae involved. However the plot is so much more, so unique with a twist I did not see coming that can make this story stand on its own. I could not put the book down.
The story follows a blind girl named Karis, who lives with her brothers in a human town protected from the evil fae by a dome of smoke. Karis enters Fairy territory to save her brother Iric and there meets Loftin, a bounty hunter who has been tasked by Nemain to hunt down her daughter. But will he be able to complete his task as their attraction grows as they travel through Fairy encountering various obstacles.
This was a great read, my only complaint was that I didn’t feel that there was much character development for Nemain, the villain of the story, and at times I felt that the story didn’t flow as I was reading it and had to go back and re-read a paragraph to understand what was happening. Nevertheless, this mas another great read from Bond and I can’t wait to read more from her
By: Casey L. Bond.
I have read most of Casey L. Bond’s fairy tale retelling novels and enjoyed them immensely; and Glamour of Midnight does not fall short. This story is a retelling of Snow White and The Huntsment with Fae involved. However the plot is so much more, so unique with a twist I did not see coming that can make this story stand on its own. I could not put the book down.
The story follows a blind girl named Karis, who lives with her brothers in a human town protected from the evil fae by a dome of smoke. Karis enters Fairy territory to save her brother Iric and there meets Loftin, a bounty hunter who has been tasked by Nemain to hunt down her daughter. But will he be able to complete his task as their attraction grows as they travel through Fairy encountering various obstacles.
This was a great read, my only complaint was that I didn’t feel that there was much character development for Nemain, the villain of the story, and at times I felt that the story didn’t flow as I was reading it and had to go back and re-read a paragraph to understand what was happening. Nevertheless, this mas another great read from Bond and I can’t wait to read more from her
April 11, 2019
TBH: I received a free copy of this book to complete a review.
When I started Glamour of Midnight, I was immediately hooked. I enjoyed the characters, the background, the world, everything. As the book went on, I realized it was a retelling of a fairy tale, some Celtic lore, etc, and that made it even more engaging.
As the main character, Karis, started coming into her own and realizing what she could do and who she was...I was looking forward to continuing with the story. Sadly, around the 75% mark of the book, it started to pick up the pace. Normally, that makes sense, but overall, the ending felt too rushed. Things happened and resolved too quickly. I wanted to see things played out longer and for things to take longer to happen. Also, too many things were "happily" resolved at the end which didn't necessarily need to happen.
Overall, though, I'm glad that I read this book, and I hope to be able to read another book by this author in the future!
When I started Glamour of Midnight, I was immediately hooked. I enjoyed the characters, the background, the world, everything. As the book went on, I realized it was a retelling of a fairy tale, some Celtic lore, etc, and that made it even more engaging.
As the main character, Karis, started coming into her own and realizing what she could do and who she was...I was looking forward to continuing with the story. Sadly, around the 75% mark of the book, it started to pick up the pace. Normally, that makes sense, but overall, the ending felt too rushed. Things happened and resolved too quickly. I wanted to see things played out longer and for things to take longer to happen. Also, too many things were "happily" resolved at the end which didn't necessarily need to happen.
Overall, though, I'm glad that I read this book, and I hope to be able to read another book by this author in the future!
April 12, 2018
Here’s the thing, I hate the story of Snow White. Might be because Disney ruined it with her voice! Can’t stand it! That’s beside the point. So when I began Glamour if Midnight I already had a bias and was apprehensive to begin reading. On the other hand, I love everything Casey Bond has written so I began the journey into the fae.
BAM. That alone captivated me! I adore all books about the fae and their evil manipulative ways. (Thank you Karen Marie Moning and Sarah Maas).
Casey Bond’s interpretation of this classic fairytale is absolutely phenomenal. The character buildup, setting, I could imagine all of it. The way she changes points of view helps explain everything that is going on and though one could predict what will happen, the twist of plot was done in such a way that you’re still thrown aback and not expecting it.
I give Glamour if Midnight 5 out of 5 stars.
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BAM. That alone captivated me! I adore all books about the fae and their evil manipulative ways. (Thank you Karen Marie Moning and Sarah Maas).
Casey Bond’s interpretation of this classic fairytale is absolutely phenomenal. The character buildup, setting, I could imagine all of it. The way she changes points of view helps explain everything that is going on and though one could predict what will happen, the twist of plot was done in such a way that you’re still thrown aback and not expecting it.
I give Glamour if Midnight 5 out of 5 stars.
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February 2, 2019
This book really is a fascinating blend of Snow White and A Court of Thorns and Roses. I adorded the entire book, from beginning to end. Karis is sweet and strong and I enjoyed watching her embrace her true self. It was easy to cheer her on and it was also easy to empathize with Loftin's predicament and have hope that things will work out.
The major criticism I have for this book is that it probably should've been better as a duology. The major events of the book seem compressed and would've flourished with more room to grow. While it resembles A Court of Thorns and Roses it will never truly be able to compete within the genre because true Master Authors are able to take those big events and make them expansive and consuming. Unfortunately the major events of this book felt stifled.
However, this really was a good book. I definitely recommend it and will absolutely read it again.
The major criticism I have for this book is that it probably should've been better as a duology. The major events of the book seem compressed and would've flourished with more room to grow. While it resembles A Court of Thorns and Roses it will never truly be able to compete within the genre because true Master Authors are able to take those big events and make them expansive and consuming. Unfortunately the major events of this book felt stifled.
However, this really was a good book. I definitely recommend it and will absolutely read it again.
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