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Secrets of the Fae #1
Korrigan
A girl at night, a caged monster during the day. Aislinn has lived in darkness as long as she can remember. She is Korrigan— and only by Life-Stealing can she keep her human shape from dawn to dusk. When she finally steps into the sunlight, the first person she sees is Zane. He's everything she wants— handsome, sweet, and normal.
But an encounter with the Far Darrig, the malevolent trickster of Old Irish myth, changes Aislinn's future. He opens a new realm of possibilities that are anything but normal— and with them, brings dreams and desires as dangerous as he is.
Above all, Aislinn craves choice— the right to decide her own path. But what if gaining power for herself means giving up something much more precious?
But an encounter with the Far Darrig, the malevolent trickster of Old Irish myth, changes Aislinn's future. He opens a new realm of possibilities that are anything but normal— and with them, brings dreams and desires as dangerous as he is.
Above all, Aislinn craves choice— the right to decide her own path. But what if gaining power for herself means giving up something much more precious?
290 pages, ebook
Published November 1, 2018
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Rebecca F. Kenney
72 books2,894 followersRebecca F. Kenney writes spicy fantasy romance about sassy, strong women and hot guys with tragic backstories... pirates, warlords, demons, Fae, and royals. Her main series are the "Wicked Darlings" series (spicy Fae retellings of the Nutcracker, Wonderland, and Oz), the "Dark Rulers" series (standalones in a shared world), and the "For the Love of the Villain" series of genderbent fairytales. Other books include a post-apocalyptic vampire romance trilogy ("The Vampires Will Save You"), a demon romance "Interior Design for Demons," a dark mermaid fantasy duet, and other spicy retellings.
Rebecca is represented by Eva Scalzo of Speilburg Literary. She lives in upstate South Carolina with her handsome blue-eyed husband and two smart, energetic kids.
For updates and information about upcoming novels, follow on Instagram @rebeccafkenneybooks, on Twitter @RebeccaFKenney1, and on TikTok @rebeccafkenney
Rebecca is represented by Eva Scalzo of Speilburg Literary. She lives in upstate South Carolina with her handsome blue-eyed husband and two smart, energetic kids.
For updates and information about upcoming novels, follow on Instagram @rebeccafkenneybooks, on Twitter @RebeccaFKenney1, and on TikTok @rebeccafkenney
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November 11, 2018
A book with the Fae and the other creatures from the Irish mythology like the evil leprechauns, the Korrigan, the druids, the Queen, and mightiest amongst them, the Fae Darrig all hit my fantasy lore with the magic of a realm that can only happen in a dream but foretold with the twist of the tale.
Rebecca Kenney, in her book, Korrigan, started with straight with the story of Aislinn who was a girl in the night but a creature of the dark in the day, so had to be shut in the dungeon to prevent hurting others. On her seventeenth birthday, she was allowed to steal the life-thread from a human so that she could see the daylight and prevent the change. She met Zane, her human boyfriend and then the mightiest of them all, Fae Darrig. And life as she knew it changed with secrets and spells!!
The book was easy to read and the story understood from the first page - I liked that. Most Irish lore start with an abstract confusing beginning. Rebecca kept her main character quite straightforward to begin with, slowly developing over the pages, growing in strength both in her powers and understanding of the reality. She was a typical teenager wanting a normal life, yet a hybrid magical Korrigan wanting more powers. Zane was the human wannabe boyfriend did prove to be open-minded but slightly unbelievable in that he accepted all her reasons of magic just for love. Hmmm teenage love!!
The most interesting of them all was the Fae Darrig, he stole the show with his wickedness, yet showing those slivers of vulnerability that we women fall for. He was powerful, used his spells on Aislinn, yet wanted her to have a choice. He was attracted to her yet willing to wait till Zane was out of the picture or dead! I loved his characterization because he wasn't the dark villain painted black but a grey one who was quicksilver in his moods and ways....
The book had its own niggles, the writing was a bit choppy but that can be attributed to the teenage main characters. The story of Aislinn did not incite my emotions, Aislinn was strong at times but not clever, too many of those human teenage hormones. So I didn't feel connected to her but I was curious about the story to plod on.
But overall a good story with creatures and magic and Gaelic spells. I read the book in 3 hours and enjoyed my Saturday morning. Rebecca is one talented author who could spin her own magic using the Irish folklore and mythology bringing about a tale which makes you curious to know where she takes Aislinn in the next book, Druid!!
Rebecca Kenney, in her book, Korrigan, started with straight with the story of Aislinn who was a girl in the night but a creature of the dark in the day, so had to be shut in the dungeon to prevent hurting others. On her seventeenth birthday, she was allowed to steal the life-thread from a human so that she could see the daylight and prevent the change. She met Zane, her human boyfriend and then the mightiest of them all, Fae Darrig. And life as she knew it changed with secrets and spells!!
The book was easy to read and the story understood from the first page - I liked that. Most Irish lore start with an abstract confusing beginning. Rebecca kept her main character quite straightforward to begin with, slowly developing over the pages, growing in strength both in her powers and understanding of the reality. She was a typical teenager wanting a normal life, yet a hybrid magical Korrigan wanting more powers. Zane was the human wannabe boyfriend did prove to be open-minded but slightly unbelievable in that he accepted all her reasons of magic just for love. Hmmm teenage love!!
The most interesting of them all was the Fae Darrig, he stole the show with his wickedness, yet showing those slivers of vulnerability that we women fall for. He was powerful, used his spells on Aislinn, yet wanted her to have a choice. He was attracted to her yet willing to wait till Zane was out of the picture or dead! I loved his characterization because he wasn't the dark villain painted black but a grey one who was quicksilver in his moods and ways....
The book had its own niggles, the writing was a bit choppy but that can be attributed to the teenage main characters. The story of Aislinn did not incite my emotions, Aislinn was strong at times but not clever, too many of those human teenage hormones. So I didn't feel connected to her but I was curious about the story to plod on.
But overall a good story with creatures and magic and Gaelic spells. I read the book in 3 hours and enjoyed my Saturday morning. Rebecca is one talented author who could spin her own magic using the Irish folklore and mythology bringing about a tale which makes you curious to know where she takes Aislinn in the next book, Druid!!
November 10, 2018
3.5 stars.
I began reading Korrigan by Rebecca F. Kenney in the midst of reading A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness. Why is this important? Just wait, I'll explain in a moment. If you're familiar with Discovery of Witches, you know that it centres around the story of 'no-I-don't-want-to-be-a-witch' witch Diana Bishop and 1500-year-old vampire, Matthew de Clermont. Although a wonderful story at its core, Diana's character is absolutely infuriating. She makes every ridiculous decision one could make and is only ever saved by Matthew, and never takes any sort of initiative herself. Matthew becomes the star of the narrative and is painted as Diana's saviour, which then paints Diana as a woman who needs to be saved. Now, why I wanted to reference Discovery in the review for Korrigan is that it was so refreshing to be confronted with a female character who actually is wholly herself. Korrigan by Rebecca F. Kenney is the first in her Secrets of the Fae series and tells the fantastical story of Aislinn, a Korrigan, whose form transforms from human to 'Beast' during the impenetrable depth of darkness.
I received Korrigan as an e-ARC for review prior to publication by the author herself, and I was coloured intrigued by the initial email. Aislinn herself is such a unique and interesting character, and her strength is demonstrated throughout the novel. Aislinn's character grows exponentially but she is given the freedom to make her own choices and be her own woman. When I was reading, I was constantly just punching my fist in the air because finally, that's the kind of female protagonist I want to read. Diana Bishop, who?
I could write about the character of Aislinn much longer, but I really don't want to spoil the story, so I'll quickly consider the overall narrative and the writing. The story itself is a fantastic and unique take on the usual Fae-type stories that have abounded after the release of Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses series. Kenney's narrative is complex and twists Irish mythology and folklore with the supernatural and the magical. It takes you on the story of Aislinn and her journey of trying to lead a life with some sense of normalcy - but, honestly, what is 'normal'?- by the daylight. The reader is met with a myriad of characters, who are written as quite solid characters in themselves, but I want to emphasise the character Far Darrig. As the 'villain' of the story, I have to say that he was quite an enjoyable character - he is far more intricate than I initially suspected.
In terms of the writing itself, it's more of a criticism borne out of a personal dislike. See, I tend to steer clear from first-person perspectives in novels. I feel that YA is full of first-person narratives, and I have no idea why, but I seem to disconnect slightly more with both the story and the characters as a result. At some points, I felt that the flow of the writing and the way in which some of the sentences were constructed, was slightly in discordance with the narrative itself. These parts did not read as well and were less enjoyable. However, this is only my opinions and Korrigan is such an enjoyable read overall, especially for YA fans. I would thus say that I would give Korrigan by Rebecca Kenney a 3.5 out of 5 stars. For fans of strong female characters, interesting-as-hell villains, a fantastic storyline with such an intriguing premise, you will certainly adore Korrigan.
I began reading Korrigan by Rebecca F. Kenney in the midst of reading A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness. Why is this important? Just wait, I'll explain in a moment. If you're familiar with Discovery of Witches, you know that it centres around the story of 'no-I-don't-want-to-be-a-witch' witch Diana Bishop and 1500-year-old vampire, Matthew de Clermont. Although a wonderful story at its core, Diana's character is absolutely infuriating. She makes every ridiculous decision one could make and is only ever saved by Matthew, and never takes any sort of initiative herself. Matthew becomes the star of the narrative and is painted as Diana's saviour, which then paints Diana as a woman who needs to be saved. Now, why I wanted to reference Discovery in the review for Korrigan is that it was so refreshing to be confronted with a female character who actually is wholly herself. Korrigan by Rebecca F. Kenney is the first in her Secrets of the Fae series and tells the fantastical story of Aislinn, a Korrigan, whose form transforms from human to 'Beast' during the impenetrable depth of darkness.
I received Korrigan as an e-ARC for review prior to publication by the author herself, and I was coloured intrigued by the initial email. Aislinn herself is such a unique and interesting character, and her strength is demonstrated throughout the novel. Aislinn's character grows exponentially but she is given the freedom to make her own choices and be her own woman. When I was reading, I was constantly just punching my fist in the air because finally, that's the kind of female protagonist I want to read. Diana Bishop, who?
I could write about the character of Aislinn much longer, but I really don't want to spoil the story, so I'll quickly consider the overall narrative and the writing. The story itself is a fantastic and unique take on the usual Fae-type stories that have abounded after the release of Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses series. Kenney's narrative is complex and twists Irish mythology and folklore with the supernatural and the magical. It takes you on the story of Aislinn and her journey of trying to lead a life with some sense of normalcy - but, honestly, what is 'normal'?- by the daylight. The reader is met with a myriad of characters, who are written as quite solid characters in themselves, but I want to emphasise the character Far Darrig. As the 'villain' of the story, I have to say that he was quite an enjoyable character - he is far more intricate than I initially suspected.
In terms of the writing itself, it's more of a criticism borne out of a personal dislike. See, I tend to steer clear from first-person perspectives in novels. I feel that YA is full of first-person narratives, and I have no idea why, but I seem to disconnect slightly more with both the story and the characters as a result. At some points, I felt that the flow of the writing and the way in which some of the sentences were constructed, was slightly in discordance with the narrative itself. These parts did not read as well and were less enjoyable. However, this is only my opinions and Korrigan is such an enjoyable read overall, especially for YA fans. I would thus say that I would give Korrigan by Rebecca Kenney a 3.5 out of 5 stars. For fans of strong female characters, interesting-as-hell villains, a fantastic storyline with such an intriguing premise, you will certainly adore Korrigan.
May 13, 2019
It's been a while since I've read a straight-up paranormal romance, and I'm so glad I did because Korrigan reminded me how fun they are. This stirred feelings of White Hot Kiss for me, mostly because there's a sexy paranormal creature that our MC, Aislinn, shouldn't like but it's hard to resist those bad boys with the rock hard abs.
The Korrigan are an Irish legend I hadn't heard of. Aislinn and her "aunts" turn into hideous monsters during the daytime and hold their human form at night. I found this an interesting twist because most monsters come out at night. To keep their human form 24/7, the Korrigan have to suck the Life Stream from humans, usually babies. They take a year and they can live a year before they steal again.
Aislinn has turned seventeen, so she can now begin stealing life, except she's caught in the process and only manages a month. In her first day of freedom, she meets cute teenage boy, Zane, and trying to manage a new romance with her dark secret and killer leprechauns following her around proves to be pretty difficult.
For one, I am always a sucker for evil leprechauns and Irish lore.
Since I hadn't heard of the Korrigan, I looked them up, and they were originally siren-type creatures, hideous during the day and beautiful at night, luring victims with their beauty. Sort of like me at the club with my sexy dress and make-up versus me in the morning with smeared mascara and bedhead.
I like that Rebecca put her own twist on it and made her Korrigan actual monsters.
The story is told with alternating perspectives from Aislinn and Zane, and Rebecca did an amazing job of distinguishing the two voices and giving them life.
"This is just the type of place where stupid girls in movies usually get jumped by the bad guys. Just my luck. After a super-fun night with a super-hot guy, I'm lost in the back alley with the roaches and the lovely aroma of mildew and rancid trash."
Aislinn's voice felt very authentic, and unlike some heroines, she really had a backbone. I think if you're a fan of the Sookie Stackhouse books or Jennifer Armentrout, you will really enjoy this.
The Korrigan are an Irish legend I hadn't heard of. Aislinn and her "aunts" turn into hideous monsters during the daytime and hold their human form at night. I found this an interesting twist because most monsters come out at night. To keep their human form 24/7, the Korrigan have to suck the Life Stream from humans, usually babies. They take a year and they can live a year before they steal again.
Aislinn has turned seventeen, so she can now begin stealing life, except she's caught in the process and only manages a month. In her first day of freedom, she meets cute teenage boy, Zane, and trying to manage a new romance with her dark secret and killer leprechauns following her around proves to be pretty difficult.
For one, I am always a sucker for evil leprechauns and Irish lore.
Since I hadn't heard of the Korrigan, I looked them up, and they were originally siren-type creatures, hideous during the day and beautiful at night, luring victims with their beauty. Sort of like me at the club with my sexy dress and make-up versus me in the morning with smeared mascara and bedhead.
I like that Rebecca put her own twist on it and made her Korrigan actual monsters.
The story is told with alternating perspectives from Aislinn and Zane, and Rebecca did an amazing job of distinguishing the two voices and giving them life.
"This is just the type of place where stupid girls in movies usually get jumped by the bad guys. Just my luck. After a super-fun night with a super-hot guy, I'm lost in the back alley with the roaches and the lovely aroma of mildew and rancid trash."
Aislinn's voice felt very authentic, and unlike some heroines, she really had a backbone. I think if you're a fan of the Sookie Stackhouse books or Jennifer Armentrout, you will really enjoy this.
March 20, 2019
Overall, despite what my rating, and review, may suggest, I don't think this is a bad book. It's just perhaps not entirely my cup of tea, but that's okay because everyone's tastes are different. What I dislike about this book, someone else could be totally enamored with. Nevertheless, I'm going to try my best to break it down so you have a better idea of what you're getting yourself into:
Romance Heavy ~ Considering the dark lore of the Korrigan that was presented in the synopsis, I went into this really hoping for something dark and gritty and that would blur the lines between hero and villain, while maintaining some element of romance in it. And to some degree or another, it definitely did provide that. However, I felt these elements were bogged down by the cliche teenage romance and that the action/suspense scenes were a bit rushed and predictable. But, if teenage romance, love triangles, and forbidden love, mixed with hints of darker suspenseful elements are your things, then I say definitely go for it!
Cliche Portrayals of Teenagers ~ I honestly had a hard time getting through the book at the beginning as I found the cliche portrayals of the teenage MCs cringeworthy. I get that they're realistically going to be immature due to their age and lack of real life experience. However, at the same time, when the reader is literally rolling her eyes, facepalming, and interally screaming "Don't do it you idiot!", I think it's safe to say that there might be a probelm.
Sporadic Characterization ~ While Aislinn and Zane's personalities felt pretty set in stone, the Far Darrig's left me sort of scratching my head. One minute he has morals and the next he doesn't. He seems to regularly change on a dime between sweet and cruel. I'm unsure if this was what was intended, like as some kind of way to illustrate how he enjoys to play mind games, or if he was simply being protrayed in the way that made for the best drama. It's any wonder why Aislinn is simultaneously confused and curious about him. I am too.
Intriguing Lore ~ The Irish lore picked out for this novel series is most defintely refreshing and intriguing. It's what drew me to the book to begin with and what kept me going through the lulls. I like how the origins and backstories of the Korrigan, the Far Darrig, and the rest of the Fae world are slowly brought to you in real time alongside Aislinn.
Romance Heavy ~ Considering the dark lore of the Korrigan that was presented in the synopsis, I went into this really hoping for something dark and gritty and that would blur the lines between hero and villain, while maintaining some element of romance in it. And to some degree or another, it definitely did provide that. However, I felt these elements were bogged down by the cliche teenage romance and that the action/suspense scenes were a bit rushed and predictable. But, if teenage romance, love triangles, and forbidden love, mixed with hints of darker suspenseful elements are your things, then I say definitely go for it!
Cliche Portrayals of Teenagers ~ I honestly had a hard time getting through the book at the beginning as I found the cliche portrayals of the teenage MCs cringeworthy. I get that they're realistically going to be immature due to their age and lack of real life experience. However, at the same time, when the reader is literally rolling her eyes, facepalming, and interally screaming "Don't do it you idiot!", I think it's safe to say that there might be a probelm.
Sporadic Characterization ~ While Aislinn and Zane's personalities felt pretty set in stone, the Far Darrig's left me sort of scratching my head. One minute he has morals and the next he doesn't. He seems to regularly change on a dime between sweet and cruel. I'm unsure if this was what was intended, like as some kind of way to illustrate how he enjoys to play mind games, or if he was simply being protrayed in the way that made for the best drama. It's any wonder why Aislinn is simultaneously confused and curious about him. I am too.
Intriguing Lore ~ The Irish lore picked out for this novel series is most defintely refreshing and intriguing. It's what drew me to the book to begin with and what kept me going through the lulls. I like how the origins and backstories of the Korrigan, the Far Darrig, and the rest of the Fae world are slowly brought to you in real time alongside Aislinn.
March 21, 2021
Oh my goodness, I loved Korrigan so much! I could not put it down and absolutely enjoyed every second of it!
This book has it all! Excellent writing, an awesome, fast-paced plot (which was also super unique and unlike anything I've ever read before), an excellent cast of characters, plenty of action that had me turning page after page, and romance!
I have to say, I'm not sure who I ship Aislinn with. I kept going back and forth as I read. Did I want her to be with Zane, the super-sweet guy who showed her what it's like to have fun? Or with the Far Darrig, the dangerous guy of Irish legend with a complicated, painful past and an obvious yearning to be around her? I liked how Zane put it. He was like kale while the Far Darrig was like cheesy fries lol. That was so true and an excellent analogy for both guys! I can't wait to read the next book and see what happens!!
I definitely recommend this book for all fans of fantasy! I can't wait to start reading the next book in the series!!
This book has it all! Excellent writing, an awesome, fast-paced plot (which was also super unique and unlike anything I've ever read before), an excellent cast of characters, plenty of action that had me turning page after page, and romance!
I have to say, I'm not sure who I ship Aislinn with. I kept going back and forth as I read. Did I want her to be with Zane, the super-sweet guy who showed her what it's like to have fun? Or with the Far Darrig, the dangerous guy of Irish legend with a complicated, painful past and an obvious yearning to be around her? I liked how Zane put it. He was like kale while the Far Darrig was like cheesy fries lol. That was so true and an excellent analogy for both guys! I can't wait to read the next book and see what happens!!
I definitely recommend this book for all fans of fantasy! I can't wait to start reading the next book in the series!!
March 20, 2021
Wow. This book was just... wow. Honestly? This needs to be made into a Netflix series like, yesterday, so I can binge watch it all over with the added benefit of Irish eye candy to drool over. (Sorry, Zane, you seem like a great guy, but I'm shipping "Kieran" so hard.) I won't go into the plot as to avoid spoilers, but it was really well thought out and executed. The pacing was perfection, the writing engaging, and the lore, oh my goodness, the lore. I absolutely loved it. If you enjoy YA fantasy, you need to read this book. End of story.
February 5, 2019
I feel like a thousand songs. I know I can conquer the world.
Korrigan is a compelling introduction into the Secrets of the Fae series, a contemporary world with a modern, familiar setting, yet deeply infused with Irish mythology of old. It is a tale of choice and seeking freedom and the repercussions of discovering the truth. It is about good and evil and how easily the line between can blur, breaking the balance. It is about the fragility and complex nature of both love and life. An absorbing and captivating debut.
Kenney has created an exceptionally complex protagonist and a story that serves as the perfect backdrop for Aislinn’s progression throughout. In the beginning, Aislinn understands her needs as a fae, but struggles with her human emotions and morals, wanting to do what’s right, even if the cost to her is great. Once she gets a taste of power that can finally give her the control she so desperately seeks, we again witness her internal struggle. That addition of Zane and the Far Darrig, as well as the impending love triangle is the perfect metaphor for her conflict. Zane - teenage human, innocent, loving, strong family values. The Far Darrig - god-race fae, seductive, alluring, powerful. In each, she sees pieces of herself. In each, she sees a world she wishes to fit into.
We’re introduced to a variety of mythological creatures that all serve a purpose in the grand scheme of the plot. The author definitely demonstrates her knowledge and passion for this area of study, as the pages are brimming with lore and Gaelic adages, easily drawing in the reader. The story itself is pretty straightforward, easy to follow, and flows nicely, the author’s writing style accurately and authentically portraying the life of a teenage girl witnessing the world for the first time.
I really enjoyed this book and was completely absorbed from the start. I’m really looking forward to more in this universe and have already picked up book two to continue my journey with Aislinn. If you’re looking for a fresh and clean YA urban fantasy, I recommend you give this one a try.
Korrigan is a compelling introduction into the Secrets of the Fae series, a contemporary world with a modern, familiar setting, yet deeply infused with Irish mythology of old. It is a tale of choice and seeking freedom and the repercussions of discovering the truth. It is about good and evil and how easily the line between can blur, breaking the balance. It is about the fragility and complex nature of both love and life. An absorbing and captivating debut.
Kenney has created an exceptionally complex protagonist and a story that serves as the perfect backdrop for Aislinn’s progression throughout. In the beginning, Aislinn understands her needs as a fae, but struggles with her human emotions and morals, wanting to do what’s right, even if the cost to her is great. Once she gets a taste of power that can finally give her the control she so desperately seeks, we again witness her internal struggle. That addition of Zane and the Far Darrig, as well as the impending love triangle is the perfect metaphor for her conflict. Zane - teenage human, innocent, loving, strong family values. The Far Darrig - god-race fae, seductive, alluring, powerful. In each, she sees pieces of herself. In each, she sees a world she wishes to fit into.
We’re introduced to a variety of mythological creatures that all serve a purpose in the grand scheme of the plot. The author definitely demonstrates her knowledge and passion for this area of study, as the pages are brimming with lore and Gaelic adages, easily drawing in the reader. The story itself is pretty straightforward, easy to follow, and flows nicely, the author’s writing style accurately and authentically portraying the life of a teenage girl witnessing the world for the first time.
I really enjoyed this book and was completely absorbed from the start. I’m really looking forward to more in this universe and have already picked up book two to continue my journey with Aislinn. If you’re looking for a fresh and clean YA urban fantasy, I recommend you give this one a try.
July 2, 2019
What an amazing read! I love YA fantasy and knew I was going to love this book when I read the blurb. Rebecca Kenney did NOT disappoint.
Aislinn has been locked up for much of her life because she's Korrigan, normal girl by night, monster by day. But now she's seventeen and has freedoms she never had before...but they come at a cost. On her first day of freedom, she meets sweet Zane, just a normal human boy. Her guardians warn her about revealing their secrets but Aislinn doesn't want any of it. Little does she know, there is another male stalking her. The Far Darrig who can't seem to stay away from Aislinn, but has a wicked streak at the same time. He has secrets of his own and some of them conflict with the things she's been told by her Korrigan guardians. Who should she believe when the Far Darrig seems hell-bent on causing her pain?
I loved the dual point-of-views of this book. Aislinn was the perfect amount of teenage smarts and foolishness. Very believable character that I found myself giggling and also rolling my eyes at! Were we all so foolhardy as teens?
I don't want to give too much away, but this is the second book I've read by Rebecca Kenney (1 is not published yet) and I am so blown away by her writing. The descriptions of this world...I could imagine everything perfectly and the dialogue flowed so well. I loved this so much and can't wait to read more by this author. I'll definitely be buying this in paperback for myself and also for gifts for my YA-reading family members. Rebecca Kenney is in my top 5 favorite YA authors now. Excellent! Just WOW!
Aislinn has been locked up for much of her life because she's Korrigan, normal girl by night, monster by day. But now she's seventeen and has freedoms she never had before...but they come at a cost. On her first day of freedom, she meets sweet Zane, just a normal human boy. Her guardians warn her about revealing their secrets but Aislinn doesn't want any of it. Little does she know, there is another male stalking her. The Far Darrig who can't seem to stay away from Aislinn, but has a wicked streak at the same time. He has secrets of his own and some of them conflict with the things she's been told by her Korrigan guardians. Who should she believe when the Far Darrig seems hell-bent on causing her pain?
I loved the dual point-of-views of this book. Aislinn was the perfect amount of teenage smarts and foolishness. Very believable character that I found myself giggling and also rolling my eyes at! Were we all so foolhardy as teens?
I don't want to give too much away, but this is the second book I've read by Rebecca Kenney (1 is not published yet) and I am so blown away by her writing. The descriptions of this world...I could imagine everything perfectly and the dialogue flowed so well. I loved this so much and can't wait to read more by this author. I'll definitely be buying this in paperback for myself and also for gifts for my YA-reading family members. Rebecca Kenney is in my top 5 favorite YA authors now. Excellent! Just WOW!
February 7, 2021
Blending ancient Irish-Gaelic mythology with a modern day setting, The Korrigan introduces preternatural beings outside the usual vampire/werewolf/expected cast of creatures; beings of nearly eternal life and questionable scruples. At the heart of the story is young Aislinn, nocturnal and yearning for connection, feeling the sun on her face for the first time--and encountering teenagers, like herself, as well. Yet Aislinn cannot simply be like the humans who embrace her and welcome her into their lives, as she's more than that, full of power and burdened by a curse she cannot reveal, and her ancestry makes her unique, even among her own kind. What sets her apart also makes her a target, drawing darkness to herself. Powerful and seductive, The Korrigan is in turns unexpected, beautiful, and exciting. Highly recommend.
November 13, 2020
I loved this book. It is packed full of celtic mythology, which Rebecca Kenney has put her own unique spin on. The romance was sweet and perfectly done...though I must say I am rooting for the other guy....
Aisling is a fantastic mc and I really felt for her... With longing for freedom and to be a part of something of her own choosing.
I'm looking forward to reading the next book!
Aisling is a fantastic mc and I really felt for her... With longing for freedom and to be a part of something of her own choosing.
I'm looking forward to reading the next book!
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September 14, 2022DNF 41%
How is it that I've gotten this far and nothing interesting has happened since the first chapter?? I'm over it.
How is it that I've gotten this far and nothing interesting has happened since the first chapter?? I'm over it.
November 9, 2018
I really enjoyed this fantasy novel! The characters were well-written and the story flowed very nicely. I'm excited to read the rest of the books in the series!
March 27, 2019
I'm not usually a YA reader, but wow! This book is fantastic. The author takes you into the modern world of South Carolina, but with the age-old characters of faes, leprechauns, pixies, druids and so much more! Whispered Gaelic spells and Celtic knots--be still my half Scotch-Irish heart! If you like a good fantasy story with a hefty dose of whimsical folklore, this one's for you.
We meet Aislinn, our heroine, when she finally gets her first taste of the sun at seventeen. What she has to do to walk in the sun is heartbreaking and creates a true inner struggle for her character. As she grows into herself, she meets Zane, the strikingly handsome, normal high schooler, and Far Darrig, the broodingly handsome god-like creature who can show her true power. Her struggle to find her way as a teenager on the verge of adulthood versus the true power the Far Darrig could show her grabs the reader through the entire book.
This is the first in a series and I'll definitely be reading the others once I tackle my always-growing TBR pile. Be on the lookout for June, whom we meet in the last chapter and seems pretty kick-ass. Can't wait to see more from her. A great read that you should add to your TBR quick as your fingers can click "Want to Read".
We meet Aislinn, our heroine, when she finally gets her first taste of the sun at seventeen. What she has to do to walk in the sun is heartbreaking and creates a true inner struggle for her character. As she grows into herself, she meets Zane, the strikingly handsome, normal high schooler, and Far Darrig, the broodingly handsome god-like creature who can show her true power. Her struggle to find her way as a teenager on the verge of adulthood versus the true power the Far Darrig could show her grabs the reader through the entire book.
This is the first in a series and I'll definitely be reading the others once I tackle my always-growing TBR pile. Be on the lookout for June, whom we meet in the last chapter and seems pretty kick-ass. Can't wait to see more from her. A great read that you should add to your TBR quick as your fingers can click "Want to Read".
November 3, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. Loved the characters, magic and the good vs evil. I am very much looking forward to reading the next book!
October 29, 2018
Just got finished with this book and it has such a great plot! I don't read too many fantasy type books but I'm glad I read this one. There's a lot of character growth and the books progression keeps you on your toes. I'm really excited to read the next book!
November 21, 2018
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****
Overall, Korrigan is a good read, especially if you want to know more about Irish mythology. The author did a good job writing it. She was able to explain the mythical creatures and scenes well. She was also able to make want to know more about the other characters. I am looking forward to Druid (Secrets of the Fae Book 2), but I hope there would be more meaningful scenes between Aislinn and Zane there, to build up their romance.
****
Overall, Korrigan is a good read, especially if you want to know more about Irish mythology. The author did a good job writing it. She was able to explain the mythical creatures and scenes well. She was also able to make want to know more about the other characters. I am looking forward to Druid (Secrets of the Fae Book 2), but I hope there would be more meaningful scenes between Aislinn and Zane there, to build up their romance.
November 17, 2018
4.3 stars, and this one should have been an easy 5-star read for me if it only had a lot more action scenes within.
If you’re interested in reading a fantasy book introducing other country/culture’s history and mythology—then Secrets of the Fae series by Rebecca F. Kenney, with Korrigan as its first book, will surely fit in your TBR.
Based on the rich history of Irish mythology, the story revolved on our main character Aislinn Byrne, a seventeen year old half-Korrigan, half-Druid who is somehow cursed and becomes a Beast at daylight unless she choose to life-steal from human, like what most Korrigans do. Placed in a modern setting of this prevailing era, Aislinn, together with the remaining Korrigans, managed to put the odds on their favor as they continue pulling out days from humans, particularly babies, to prolong their ability to walk under the sun without transforming into a beast. The catch with this book is the introduction of Aislinn into the Life-Stealing process since she just turned seventeen at the beginning of the story and how will the magic of the world will unravel the mystery and history of being a Fae in this modern world. With the inclusion of the evil character Far Darrig in the plot, will Aislinn be able to continue her escape from being a Korrigan and manage to live a normal teen life or will she remain trapped under the chamber of the past and remain prisoned under the dungeon of her grandmother queen’s supervision.
Packed with Irish mythology, romance, and adventure with a wee sprinkle of action and suspense, Korrigan is a great diverse read for those who want to expand their knowledge on other versions of mythology. In my own opinion, this one is a bit of a mix between a fantasy and contemporary since it gave me the vibe of reading a light contemporary read—and I love when a fantasy-based book gave me the appeal of being light instead of being all heavy and dragging.
Another key point that made me engage in this book until the last page of this book is the clear and vivid backstory and explanation of Irish mythology which made it easier to comprehend for readers like me who does not have even an ounce of clue about Irish myth.
And where is the remaining 0.7 star I chose to chop off my overall rating, well, I really want to have an honest review and I will stand by myself in saying that this book lacked of action-packed scenes which is the first thing I want from a fantasy and mythology-based read. Another thing is I also have an unsure feeling whether I liked the character development of Aislinn Byrne in this book but maybe it’s Rebecca’s way of embodying how hard is it for Aislinn’s character to fit in the human world—just a wild guess.
So that’s it for my review. I heard that this book is a trilogy and I’m really looking forward to read what’s next to Aislinn’s story. For the meantime, here are some quotes I highlighted from the story
BEST QUOTE/S:
“I didn’t tell you because I know how foolish the young are. Everything seems so important and so irresistible when you’re young. Pain, sorrow, anger, love, revenge – they are emotions too powerful for you to handle.”
“What you gotta focus on is the people who do care about you, the ones that see you. And even if there aren’t many of them— or any – of those, know that someday there will be. Until then, you are enough. You are strong enough to be okay, just you.”
“Be careful, precious. Things that are different can bring danger with them. Just because we accept difference doesn’t mean it’s safe.”
If you’re interested in reading a fantasy book introducing other country/culture’s history and mythology—then Secrets of the Fae series by Rebecca F. Kenney, with Korrigan as its first book, will surely fit in your TBR.
Based on the rich history of Irish mythology, the story revolved on our main character Aislinn Byrne, a seventeen year old half-Korrigan, half-Druid who is somehow cursed and becomes a Beast at daylight unless she choose to life-steal from human, like what most Korrigans do. Placed in a modern setting of this prevailing era, Aislinn, together with the remaining Korrigans, managed to put the odds on their favor as they continue pulling out days from humans, particularly babies, to prolong their ability to walk under the sun without transforming into a beast. The catch with this book is the introduction of Aislinn into the Life-Stealing process since she just turned seventeen at the beginning of the story and how will the magic of the world will unravel the mystery and history of being a Fae in this modern world. With the inclusion of the evil character Far Darrig in the plot, will Aislinn be able to continue her escape from being a Korrigan and manage to live a normal teen life or will she remain trapped under the chamber of the past and remain prisoned under the dungeon of her grandmother queen’s supervision.
Packed with Irish mythology, romance, and adventure with a wee sprinkle of action and suspense, Korrigan is a great diverse read for those who want to expand their knowledge on other versions of mythology. In my own opinion, this one is a bit of a mix between a fantasy and contemporary since it gave me the vibe of reading a light contemporary read—and I love when a fantasy-based book gave me the appeal of being light instead of being all heavy and dragging.
Another key point that made me engage in this book until the last page of this book is the clear and vivid backstory and explanation of Irish mythology which made it easier to comprehend for readers like me who does not have even an ounce of clue about Irish myth.
And where is the remaining 0.7 star I chose to chop off my overall rating, well, I really want to have an honest review and I will stand by myself in saying that this book lacked of action-packed scenes which is the first thing I want from a fantasy and mythology-based read. Another thing is I also have an unsure feeling whether I liked the character development of Aislinn Byrne in this book but maybe it’s Rebecca’s way of embodying how hard is it for Aislinn’s character to fit in the human world—just a wild guess.
So that’s it for my review. I heard that this book is a trilogy and I’m really looking forward to read what’s next to Aislinn’s story. For the meantime, here are some quotes I highlighted from the story
BEST QUOTE/S:
“I didn’t tell you because I know how foolish the young are. Everything seems so important and so irresistible when you’re young. Pain, sorrow, anger, love, revenge – they are emotions too powerful for you to handle.”
“What you gotta focus on is the people who do care about you, the ones that see you. And even if there aren’t many of them— or any – of those, know that someday there will be. Until then, you are enough. You are strong enough to be okay, just you.”
“Be careful, precious. Things that are different can bring danger with them. Just because we accept difference doesn’t mean it’s safe.”
March 11, 2019
I read this to take myself out of a comfort zone – it’s not a genre I have ever read before so I thought it was about time to give it a go. It’s YA aimed and I did initially buy it for my 13 yo daughter but decided to read first myself as I was curious. The first few chapters I struggled with but I suspect it is was because I was not used to the genre and the fact it’s pitched at YA and I’m a long way from that. I was pleased that the Irish lore was not too dense or the far-fetched. I also thought the story was deceptively clever; it read really easily and yet, without realising it, there were enough twists, turns and nuances to keep you hooked without confusing. There were large swathes of the narrative when I could not put this down, I began to race towards the end as I was really enjoying it and I will think about it for some time. Also, I liked the fact that despite being part of a series, this book stands alone. I’m not generally a reader of series novels but I would definitely consider reading the next one. I read this in hard copy and at first was a bit baffled by the very short paragraph structure, but it really worked. I’ve not seen it used before throughout a whole novel and it made the chapters flow and suited the narrative. The only criticism would be that I could not always differentiate in character between Aislinn and Zane, there sometimes needed to be more definition in the dialogue or something although he did develop more towards the end and I could visualise him whereas he seemed a bit indistinct for parts of the novel. All in all a very good YA fantasy read and I’m jolly pleased to have picked it up and come out of my comfort zone and I will definitely be recommending it to my daughter.
December 26, 2019
Korrigan is a smashing read, full of Celtic mythology with some twists I personally am unfamiliar with, though it may be truer to the myth than what I know (apparently the Lucky Charms guy isn’t the only kind of leprechaun there can be?).
At its core, simply put, Korrigan is very well written: strong, diverse characters; nice blend of motivations; some gray characters that, to the very end, keep you guessing as to what they want and how they’ll go about getting it. The romance between Aislinn and Zane is wonderful—suitably done, realistic, true to the characters and the world that Kenney has created. I’m not typically one for love triangles but, again, this one was superbly pulled off—the third leg wasn’t there simply to create conflict between the two obvious choices, but for much of the book felt like a true second option.
All aspects of this story felt on point: pacing, character arcs, motivations, tensions—Kenney actually let me enjoy some of the more fun scenes without worrying how it might all come crashing down. There was plenty enough crashing down as it was, and that additional aspect that comes with so many other stories was wonderfully absent from this one. All the elements flowed well to a strong climax and well-earned and satisfying conclusion. Highly recommend, and I’m excited to read the next installment!
At its core, simply put, Korrigan is very well written: strong, diverse characters; nice blend of motivations; some gray characters that, to the very end, keep you guessing as to what they want and how they’ll go about getting it. The romance between Aislinn and Zane is wonderful—suitably done, realistic, true to the characters and the world that Kenney has created. I’m not typically one for love triangles but, again, this one was superbly pulled off—the third leg wasn’t there simply to create conflict between the two obvious choices, but for much of the book felt like a true second option.
All aspects of this story felt on point: pacing, character arcs, motivations, tensions—Kenney actually let me enjoy some of the more fun scenes without worrying how it might all come crashing down. There was plenty enough crashing down as it was, and that additional aspect that comes with so many other stories was wonderfully absent from this one. All the elements flowed well to a strong climax and well-earned and satisfying conclusion. Highly recommend, and I’m excited to read the next installment!
February 20, 2021
I'd heard a lot of good things about Rebecca's writing and I have to say I was not disappointed at all.
I adored Aislinn from the start. She is such a strong character with a real depth to her, and relatable with her thoughts and some of her feelings as well.
Zane, again a great character who I enjoyed reading, even if I had a soft spot for the far darrig more than I did for him. In fact I'm still rooting for him in book 2.
The story was superbly written and beautifully worded. So much descriptive detail.
"The dark tendrils of matter leap out of my body and writhe around me, forming layer after layer. I'm being smashed, smothered, crushed into nothing. Darkness flooding over me. I clench my teeth and try not to scream. Zane's face is a lifeline, and I grip it with all my might. I will get out of this. I will get back to him."
The pace was fantastic with something new happening at every corner keeping me gripped and not wishing to put it down.
So many twists and turns that were unexpected.
A fantastic start to the series and I can't wait to read book 2.
I adored Aislinn from the start. She is such a strong character with a real depth to her, and relatable with her thoughts and some of her feelings as well.
Zane, again a great character who I enjoyed reading, even if I had a soft spot for the far darrig more than I did for him. In fact I'm still rooting for him in book 2.
The story was superbly written and beautifully worded. So much descriptive detail.
"The dark tendrils of matter leap out of my body and writhe around me, forming layer after layer. I'm being smashed, smothered, crushed into nothing. Darkness flooding over me. I clench my teeth and try not to scream. Zane's face is a lifeline, and I grip it with all my might. I will get out of this. I will get back to him."
The pace was fantastic with something new happening at every corner keeping me gripped and not wishing to put it down.
So many twists and turns that were unexpected.
A fantastic start to the series and I can't wait to read book 2.
June 5, 2019
Aislinn is not a normal teenager, spending her days locked in a basement cell awaiting the arrival of her monster curse. When, at the age of seventeen, she discovers the horrific way to keep that curse at bay, her life spirals out of control.
The opening scenes were wonderful and set a high bar for the unfolding plot, a large proportion of which is taken up with the teenage love triangle of good family boy versus evil hottie villain. Except that it may not be quite so straightforward. The premise was intriguing and I found the shifting allegiances created by the writer compelled page turning and kept the story from being predictable, with its elements of darkness woven in amidst the world building and romance. The use of Irish mythology was particularly interesting.
My only real concern was that the finale, so cleverly built up, wasn't strong enough for me and felt a little anticlimactic. That said, it was a fun, well written and intriguing read.
The opening scenes were wonderful and set a high bar for the unfolding plot, a large proportion of which is taken up with the teenage love triangle of good family boy versus evil hottie villain. Except that it may not be quite so straightforward. The premise was intriguing and I found the shifting allegiances created by the writer compelled page turning and kept the story from being predictable, with its elements of darkness woven in amidst the world building and romance. The use of Irish mythology was particularly interesting.
My only real concern was that the finale, so cleverly built up, wasn't strong enough for me and felt a little anticlimactic. That said, it was a fun, well written and intriguing read.
January 8, 2019
Original and well thought out
An original story with well developed characters. It was refreshing to read a modern interpretation of accurate fae mythology. Aslinn and Zane were very likeable. My favorite character though, was the Fear Dearg. He was bad, or, was he? He was certainly enticing. Sometimes I found myself wanting her to choose him instead. I also loved that the story is written in first person present tense. The immediacy was very palpable, making for a very exciting read. Already reading the second book of this trilogy and enjoying every page! Hats off to you Rebecca!
An original story with well developed characters. It was refreshing to read a modern interpretation of accurate fae mythology. Aslinn and Zane were very likeable. My favorite character though, was the Fear Dearg. He was bad, or, was he? He was certainly enticing. Sometimes I found myself wanting her to choose him instead. I also loved that the story is written in first person present tense. The immediacy was very palpable, making for a very exciting read. Already reading the second book of this trilogy and enjoying every page! Hats off to you Rebecca!
January 13, 2020
This book is an interesting YA tale about a 17 year old girl-fae hybrid who wants a normal life more than anything. However, there are many forces around her that are interfering with this goal. She also has to solve a mystery about what happened to her parents, as her guardians are deliberately keeping information from her. The author gives the reader tidbits of information in a way that creates enough suspense to keep the story going. Fans of faeries/paranormal stories will likely enjoy this book so long as they also like a protagonist with a YA voice :)
August 7, 2019
I loved this YA Fantasy by Rebecca Kenney. The storyline drew me in and kept me intrigued the entire time. Aislinn, the main character, was quirky and loveable; I couldn't help but cheer her on. Kenney did a phenomenal job of creating a diverse cast of characters - some I loved, others I detested (as the author intended, I'm sure). I loved the romance between Aislinn and Zane, the family drama, and the addition of the evil leprechauns. I can't wait to read more of this author's work.
November 13, 2018
A new favorite
Korrigan is a page turning read about a girl who's figuring out how to balance "normal" and being true to herself. She's a beautiful, confident heroine who is also so relatable in her dreams, mistakes, and regrets.
Korrigan is a great balance of fantasy set in a super engaging story of relationship and love.
Korrigan is a page turning read about a girl who's figuring out how to balance "normal" and being true to herself. She's a beautiful, confident heroine who is also so relatable in her dreams, mistakes, and regrets.
Korrigan is a great balance of fantasy set in a super engaging story of relationship and love.
November 18, 2018
3.5/5
I really liked this book a lot! The mix of fantasy and paranormal with such amazing characters and Irish folklore, really made me love this book :)
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I really liked this book a lot! The mix of fantasy and paranormal with such amazing characters and Irish folklore, really made me love this book :)
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February 14, 2021
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November 4, 2018
For someone who loves fantasy / mythology stories, this romance novel did not disappoint. The story is quite engaging and you really get the characters and can empathize with them and the situations they face. The dialogue flows well, authentically mirroring current culture without going over the top. A great fresh story, I would highly recommend checking it out!
December 19, 2019
The brilliant thing about this novel is the original and intriguing re-imagining of creatures from Irish mythology like the Korrigan and Leprechaun. This is the story of Aislinn, a teenage Korrigan, learning to come to terms with her need to suck the life force from humans in order to be able to leave her home during the daytime. As she completes her first life-sucking and can emerge into the daytime world she becomes attracted to Zane, a boy of her own age, and encounters an immortal, the Far Darrig, who has been the enemy of her Korrigan family for hundreds of years.
The premise has the makings of an excellent adult fantasy novel, there are elements of real horror in the life sucking, an intriguingly morally compromised main character and strong sexual undertones in the relationship with the Far Darrig. However, the novel is squarely Young Adult fiction and follows the conventions of the genre. The adult aspects are largely evaded or sanitized - there's kissing but no sex, people say 'eff' rather than swear and so on.
The novel point-of-view swaps between Aislinn and Zane chapter by chapter but all the interesting things happen to Aislinn - she's off on life-or-death adventures and sucking the life out of babies - where Zane mostly is just worried about going to college and teenage love. As a reader I wanted the Zane chapters to be over to get back to the supernatural action. If the romance aspect wasn't PG-13, or Zane had been given some supernatural powers or interesting problems of his own maybe swapping viewpoints would have worked better.
The other slightly disappointing aspect is the lack of atmosphere in the description of the setting in South Carolina: it feels like generic US suburban-sprawl. There's a forest but the author describes something more like a park with bike trails than a vast sinister wood where mystical beings might lurk.
Overall, this is a really good YA book, one can quibble but the main thing is it will draw you in and keep you reading all night. I'm definitely intending to read the next one in the series.
The premise has the makings of an excellent adult fantasy novel, there are elements of real horror in the life sucking, an intriguingly morally compromised main character and strong sexual undertones in the relationship with the Far Darrig. However, the novel is squarely Young Adult fiction and follows the conventions of the genre. The adult aspects are largely evaded or sanitized - there's kissing but no sex, people say 'eff' rather than swear and so on.
The novel point-of-view swaps between Aislinn and Zane chapter by chapter but all the interesting things happen to Aislinn - she's off on life-or-death adventures and sucking the life out of babies - where Zane mostly is just worried about going to college and teenage love. As a reader I wanted the Zane chapters to be over to get back to the supernatural action. If the romance aspect wasn't PG-13, or Zane had been given some supernatural powers or interesting problems of his own maybe swapping viewpoints would have worked better.
The other slightly disappointing aspect is the lack of atmosphere in the description of the setting in South Carolina: it feels like generic US suburban-sprawl. There's a forest but the author describes something more like a park with bike trails than a vast sinister wood where mystical beings might lurk.
Overall, this is a really good YA book, one can quibble but the main thing is it will draw you in and keep you reading all night. I'm definitely intending to read the next one in the series.
January 23, 2019
4.5 stars
This was a fantastic read. Korrigan comes across as something of a love letter to Irish folklore, while being riddled with deliciously complex characters, somewhat darker themes crossing paths with magic, wonder, and innocence, and taking place in a modern setting.
The plot was fairly straight forward, containing just enough sub-plot to keep things interesting without becoming confusing, the environments were well thought-out, and the characters, as previously mentioned, were excellently-written. Aislinn was relatable, human, and believable--both as a seventeen year old girl, and one whom has led a life that is both hard and sheltered in its own ways. Zane was a wonderful supporting character, the other Korrigan provided a balance, and the Far Darrig was seductive, dangerous, and showed a great deal of depth--fitting into that morally grey area that doesn't work with all characters, but definitely worked for him.
Morally grey seems to be a big part of the overarching theme: in the actions Aislinn takes or is forced to take; in the way the other Korrigan treat her (Maeve most of all), and in the way things flow as the story progresses. I love how nothing is strictly black or white, and how every aspect of it--whether condonable or not--is applicable to some aspect of real life.
This was a great story, and I cannot wait to delve deeper into the series. I'd definitely recommend to lovers of Fae stories and complex, morally grey characters.
This was a fantastic read. Korrigan comes across as something of a love letter to Irish folklore, while being riddled with deliciously complex characters, somewhat darker themes crossing paths with magic, wonder, and innocence, and taking place in a modern setting.
The plot was fairly straight forward, containing just enough sub-plot to keep things interesting without becoming confusing, the environments were well thought-out, and the characters, as previously mentioned, were excellently-written. Aislinn was relatable, human, and believable--both as a seventeen year old girl, and one whom has led a life that is both hard and sheltered in its own ways. Zane was a wonderful supporting character, the other Korrigan provided a balance, and the Far Darrig was seductive, dangerous, and showed a great deal of depth--fitting into that morally grey area that doesn't work with all characters, but definitely worked for him.
Morally grey seems to be a big part of the overarching theme: in the actions Aislinn takes or is forced to take; in the way the other Korrigan treat her (Maeve most of all), and in the way things flow as the story progresses. I love how nothing is strictly black or white, and how every aspect of it--whether condonable or not--is applicable to some aspect of real life.
This was a great story, and I cannot wait to delve deeper into the series. I'd definitely recommend to lovers of Fae stories and complex, morally grey characters.
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