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Faerie Path #2
The Lost Queen
Tania is a princess of Faerie. And now she must return to the Mortal World. Once upon a time, Tania was an ordinary girl. But then she was swept into another world, where she was the long-lost princess of the elegant and magical court of Faerie, and only she could save the court from great peril. Now Tania—and her true love, Edric—will go back to the Mortal Realm to seek Queen Titania, lost hundreds of years ago while searching for Tania. Their return leads to struggles with Tania's much-loved mortal parents and friends as she and Edric try to conceal their secret. But much more serious dangers The sinister Lord Drake is not yet defeated, they are pursued by dark supernatural forces, and Tania's two worlds are about to collide in amazing and frightening ways she never could have anticipated.
352 pages, Hardcover
First published October 1, 2007
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Allan Frewin Jones
102 books435 followersThis author has published under several versions of his name, including Allan Jones, Frewin Jones, and A.F. Jones. He has also published under the pen names Sam Hutton and Steven Saunders.
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April 20, 2024
I really did not like The Lost Queen. It was boring, poorly written, and had awful characters. Tania is a naïve brat that takes everything for granted. She uses and manipulates her parents. To Tania they are only a road block to her getting what she wants. I have a hard time believing that she loves them. They have arguments a lot which is understandable. Tania just abuses their trust again and again even when her parents are nothing but understanding. She told them she left the country for her boyfriend and they barely punished her! Then she screams at them for going through with her curfew. She said and I quote "Don't you know who I am?!" Princesses get punished too. I would be grateful to my parents if they went easy on me. Tania takes that for granted. She never once thought how lucky she was.
Don't even get me started on Edric. He's a little prick. Tania's sisters are mean too. They all bash the Mortal World without any consideration. I don't think our world is perfect either. The Modern Age is very flawed. Other author's have thought so too. This book did it horribly wrong though. All it did was bash everything. I'm not saying that other authors haven't but they did it tactfully. I was really offended.
I don't know if I want to finish this series. It's not very good at all. I did enjoy it somewhat but I just think the story could have taken more risks. I might finish the rest of the series but I don't know. The characters ruin the story for me.
Don't even get me started on Edric. He's a little prick. Tania's sisters are mean too. They all bash the Mortal World without any consideration. I don't think our world is perfect either. The Modern Age is very flawed. Other author's have thought so too. This book did it horribly wrong though. All it did was bash everything. I'm not saying that other authors haven't but they did it tactfully. I was really offended.
I don't know if I want to finish this series. It's not very good at all. I did enjoy it somewhat but I just think the story could have taken more risks. I might finish the rest of the series but I don't know. The characters ruin the story for me.
June 22, 2018
I found this slightly better than the first book. I think a lot more could have happened in the story and it had so much potential to be better.
May 26, 2021
RTC
I don't even know what to say.
I don't even know what to say.
April 20, 2013
The characters in this book were okay, and the first few chapters weren't horrendous, but I hit about page 37 and the plot fell apart for me. It felt contrived, more like the author was pushing the character to do things, than the character would have been likely to do those things. I just couldn't stick with the story. It's a rare thing for me not to finish a book, but there are just too many other books I want to read right now to force myself to finish one that isn't holding my attention. Maybe when I get the others off my shelf, I'll pick this one up and try it again... unless I find another series between then and now that interests me more.
January 6, 2011
Can you say drama much???
The Lost Queen was a boring, inconsistent, and overly dramatic novel with little plot and annoying characters.
That said, there were a few (few!) humerous scenes. Edric was actually likeable, and I liked learning a bit about how Queen Titania spent her 500 or whatever years. I also found Tania's flashbacks interesting. Jade was a funny friend.
The continual drama, though, just got on my nerves to no end. Tania goes on and on and on how she hates lying to her parents...and on and on and on while she keeps doing it.
Then she's fighting with Edric...oh no! xP What actually might have been a potentially interesting scene with actual plot relevance...isn't. In fact, over half the book (if not 3/4ths) is setting up for the next book, which I found myself less interested in by the page.
And her parents! UGH. Could there be any more sickeningly perfect and equally stupid people out there? They're so willing to forgive and forget, try and push away the guy they consider their daughter crushing on (bad move, even a simple crush becomes appealing when its forbidden), and just randomly allow their daughter to go to Florida.
Another potentially interesting thing thatnever goes anywhere.
Certain...non-mortal visitors were interesting, but their naiveness is so played up I was tempted to root for the guys who wanted to kill them.
I will grant the book one more thing. The writing is generally good. Not the plot or the characters, but the actual writing . It reminded me of Percy Jackson, in a way, how it catches your interest and keeps you reading, even when you're rolling your eyes at the plot.
Still, the writing alone can't save it. Maybe the series picks up, but I'm feeling incredibly uninterested in finding out.
Oh, and for the reccord, I still dislike fairies ;)
The Lost Queen was a boring, inconsistent, and overly dramatic novel with little plot and annoying characters.
That said, there were a few (few!) humerous scenes. Edric was actually likeable, and I liked learning a bit about how Queen Titania spent her 500 or whatever years. I also found Tania's flashbacks interesting. Jade was a funny friend.
The continual drama, though, just got on my nerves to no end. Tania goes on and on and on how she hates lying to her parents...and on and on and on while she keeps doing it.
Then she's fighting with Edric...oh no! xP What actually might have been a potentially interesting scene with actual plot relevance...isn't. In fact, over half the book (if not 3/4ths) is setting up for the next book, which I found myself less interested in by the page.
And her parents! UGH. Could there be any more sickeningly perfect and equally stupid people out there? They're so willing to forgive and forget, try and push away the guy they consider their daughter crushing on (bad move, even a simple crush becomes appealing when its forbidden), and just randomly allow their daughter to go to Florida.
Another potentially interesting thing thatnever goes anywhere.
Certain...non-mortal visitors were interesting, but their naiveness is so played up I was tempted to root for the guys who wanted to kill them.
I will grant the book one more thing. The writing is generally good. Not the plot or the characters, but the actual writing . It reminded me of Percy Jackson, in a way, how it catches your interest and keeps you reading, even when you're rolling your eyes at the plot.
Still, the writing alone can't save it. Maybe the series picks up, but I'm feeling incredibly uninterested in finding out.
Oh, and for the reccord, I still dislike fairies ;)
February 19, 2014
I liked this book better than the first book, mainly for the last half of the book where there's more action. The story is solid and more engaging than the first book, but I still find myself asking these questions; how is it possible she's this stupid? Seriously you can freaking disappear into thin air....pretty sure if you just show your parents you'll prove you aren't a crazy person. Second, where are all of the cops? There are crazy horse demon things causing lots of destruction and noise.....surely your neighbors would at least notice the noise. Third, why does she keep talking to herself? Like, entire conversations? I get the needed occasional word or two to break the silence, but an entire conversation with yourself out loud? Interesting choice.......
But other than that, the book is good. Even though the first half of the book is Tania being stupid, she does begin to get some depth later on that I hope will continue. Fingers crossed, because the plot is good and the writing itself is solid. It's still pretty predictable. At one point I called out to my roommate as I was reading a part what was going to happen and a few pages later I was right. Just don't expect this to be an edgy, deeper novel.....but I think you can gather that from the cover.
Sex; no and according to my roommate who read all of these books there is none just as I suspected
Drugs; no
Language; no
Violence; At the end against demon things and they explode into powder if you stab them in the heart. They were well written scenes, but like I said, don't expect anything edgy from this book. Safe for young teens, may bore older teens if they're looking for edgy (didn't bore me; honestly it's kind of nice to read a book that isn't as intense)
Overall, quick, fun, light read.
But other than that, the book is good. Even though the first half of the book is Tania being stupid, she does begin to get some depth later on that I hope will continue. Fingers crossed, because the plot is good and the writing itself is solid. It's still pretty predictable. At one point I called out to my roommate as I was reading a part what was going to happen and a few pages later I was right. Just don't expect this to be an edgy, deeper novel.....but I think you can gather that from the cover.
Sex; no and according to my roommate who read all of these books there is none just as I suspected
Drugs; no
Language; no
Violence; At the end against demon things and they explode into powder if you stab them in the heart. They were well written scenes, but like I said, don't expect anything edgy from this book. Safe for young teens, may bore older teens if they're looking for edgy (didn't bore me; honestly it's kind of nice to read a book that isn't as intense)
Overall, quick, fun, light read.
September 20, 2009
After finally realizing that she was Princess from the Realm of Faerie, Princess Tania (Anita Palmer) went back to London in search of their mother, Queen Titania. The gift of being able to walk between worlds allowed Tania to search for the Queen and still be a part of some of the festivities that the Realm of Faerie has, until one night, all of a sudden she is no longer able to make the pass back to Faerie. Surprising her even more, three of her Princess sisters suddenly appear in her Mortal World bedroom telling tales of the disaster that has fallen on Faerie. Now only with the help of their long lost mother will they be able to return to Faerie and save the other sisters and their father, King Oberon.
Book 2 ..... I really enjoyed Faerie Path (the first book), this one should have been all about finding the mother, Queen Titania. It was very slow and the set up for the discovery of the Queen finally started and then I was let down more than once. The little action that is in the book is all in the last 25 - 50 pages and just when it actually started to get my attention, it was over. This whole book is just a set up, a background, a bridge between book one and book three. I am really hoping that The Sorcerer King (also published as 'The Seventh Daughter') has all the kick and fight that this one was lacking. Honestly, this 'bridge' did not need to be 335 pages, it could have been told in and extra 50 pages in one of the other two books. Some of it may turn out to be important to know in the next book, but I doubt it.
Book 2 ..... I really enjoyed Faerie Path (the first book), this one should have been all about finding the mother, Queen Titania. It was very slow and the set up for the discovery of the Queen finally started and then I was let down more than once. The little action that is in the book is all in the last 25 - 50 pages and just when it actually started to get my attention, it was over. This whole book is just a set up, a background, a bridge between book one and book three. I am really hoping that The Sorcerer King (also published as 'The Seventh Daughter') has all the kick and fight that this one was lacking. Honestly, this 'bridge' did not need to be 335 pages, it could have been told in and extra 50 pages in one of the other two books. Some of it may turn out to be important to know in the next book, but I doubt it.
November 13, 2012
Reviewed by Cat for TeensReadToo.com
Princess Tania and her true love, Edric, have returned from the Faerie Realm to find the missing queen Titania, but first must face Tania's mortal parents and the consequences of their three-day absence.
Forbidden from seeing Edric outside of school and play rehearsals for Romeo and Juliet, they prowl the streets of London seeking clues to her long-lost mother's whereabouts.
The threat of Tania's former betrothed haunts her nightmares, a pervading sense of unease plagues those she left behind in Faerie, and the shadows of her previous mortal lives begins to intrude regularly on everyday life. In a race against the clock, Tania and Edric may soon find their time has run out.
With clever details from classic English literature (i.e., a key character's business being located on Spenser Street - no doubt an allusion to Edmund Spenser, author of The Faerie Queene), mirroring the central romance of famed star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet, and drawing from a variety of mythologies, Frewin Jones weaves a tale that draws the reader in and jumps off the page.
THE LOST QUEEN is all at once sparkling and enchanting, yet darkly addictive. A great follow-up to THE FAERIE PATH that will definitely leave readers craving more.
Princess Tania and her true love, Edric, have returned from the Faerie Realm to find the missing queen Titania, but first must face Tania's mortal parents and the consequences of their three-day absence.
Forbidden from seeing Edric outside of school and play rehearsals for Romeo and Juliet, they prowl the streets of London seeking clues to her long-lost mother's whereabouts.
The threat of Tania's former betrothed haunts her nightmares, a pervading sense of unease plagues those she left behind in Faerie, and the shadows of her previous mortal lives begins to intrude regularly on everyday life. In a race against the clock, Tania and Edric may soon find their time has run out.
With clever details from classic English literature (i.e., a key character's business being located on Spenser Street - no doubt an allusion to Edmund Spenser, author of The Faerie Queene), mirroring the central romance of famed star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet, and drawing from a variety of mythologies, Frewin Jones weaves a tale that draws the reader in and jumps off the page.
THE LOST QUEEN is all at once sparkling and enchanting, yet darkly addictive. A great follow-up to THE FAERIE PATH that will definitely leave readers craving more.
November 29, 2009
This was an ok book. I like serials (obviously, if you look at my bookshelves!) but I normally like serials that can stand on their own as books - there are exceptions to that - but usually those books are so full of action or other things that move a plot along. This book was really just filler between the previous and the next. What little plot movement there was could have been accomplished in about 20 pages. I will read the next one because I would love to see what happens in Faerie and to see what Tania decides to do about choosing which world to live in. But I could have skipped this one for a summary of what happened and spent time reading something I enjoyed a little better.
I like the characters, and I was glad to see a little more of a few of the sisters - their reactions to the "Mortal World" were neat. The grey nights weren't described enough to really convey the fear that the characters had over them. I do wonder a few things about the Queen now that we have met her and I wonder about the implications of the past lives Tania experiences. They were things that seem to be set up for some significance but they had so little impact on the book and plot itself that I felt the urge to skip right over those sections.
I like the characters, and I was glad to see a little more of a few of the sisters - their reactions to the "Mortal World" were neat. The grey nights weren't described enough to really convey the fear that the characters had over them. I do wonder a few things about the Queen now that we have met her and I wonder about the implications of the past lives Tania experiences. They were things that seem to be set up for some significance but they had so little impact on the book and plot itself that I felt the urge to skip right over those sections.
March 20, 2011
i absoultely loved this book! it's fill with adventures and fantasy, it actually the best fairy book i ever read, but the way they spelled fairy is different, it's spelled faerie. This books has very nice details in every way. this books was very great but in the book for me, Tania was soft of stubborn, but it's good at the same time because she's explained as her normal teenaged self. i thought that when they find the queen they would be more suprised or something would happen but nothing really happened just tears of joy. Cordelia sometimes gets on my nerves always bragging saying that they can beat and do everything. The cool thing i thought was when the sisters came to the mortal world, now i know some of you might think that's this is so girly or it's so much girly fantasy, it's actually ment for junior high kids or elementary. I was so happy when i found this book in the library, i finished the first one and i desperately wanted to read the 2nd book, and there i found it! I think it recommened for those of you who like fairys or fairy fantasys, i really enjoyed this book! i hope you'll like too! If you want to read this book then read the first book first "The Faerie Path." I hope you'll enjoy it! good luck!
June 14, 2008
The second book in the Faerie path series mostly takes place in London. The girls must go back to the mortal world and find the lost queen of faerie. While in the the mortal world they are constantly being chased by Black Nights who wish to destroy them. They must find the Faerie Queen before and evil sorcerer destroys the beauty of Faerie and takes over the immortal world.
October 19, 2008
This book is really good. It is not what it seems. It is all about fighting thier lives to try to save the queen of Faerie. if you like mistic books, this is PERFECT!!
July 10, 2015
i tried. i really did.
February 7, 2025
Allan Frewin Jones’ The Lost Queen is a thrilling fantasy adventure that captivates readers with its rich storytelling, immersive world-building, and compelling characters. As the first book in The Faerie Path series, it introduces readers to a mesmerizing blend of modern and mythical elements, following the journey of a seemingly ordinary girl who discovers her extraordinary heritage.
Plot Overview
The story follows Anita Palmer, a regular teenager in contemporary London who finds herself entangled in a world of ancient magic and forgotten realms. After a mysterious accident, Anita awakens to the shocking revelation that she is actually Tania, the long-lost princess of Faerie—a world existing parallel to the human one. Torn between two identities, Anita/Tania must navigate the complexities of her past and present while uncovering long-buried secrets that could change both worlds forever.
What Works Well
Engaging Storytelling – Jones masterfully weaves an intricate narrative that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish. The pacing is well-balanced, alternating between moments of introspection and fast-paced action.
Lush World-Building – The author paints a vivid picture of the Faerie realm, complete with shimmering landscapes, towering castles, and enchanting creatures. This immersive setting enhances the magical atmosphere of the story.
Strong Protagonist – Tania is a relatable and dynamic protagonist. Her internal struggle between her human upbringing and her Faerie identity adds depth to her character and makes her journey compelling.
Intriguing Mystery – The central mystery surrounding Tania’s disappearance and the fate of the lost queen adds a layer of suspense that keeps the reader turning the pages.
Room for Improvement
Predictable Tropes – While the story is engaging, it leans on some familiar fantasy tropes, such as the “chosen one” and the “hidden princess” narrative. While enjoyable, seasoned fantasy readers may find certain plot points predictable.
Supporting Characters – Some side characters could have been more fleshed out. While they serve their purpose in the plot, their development is sometimes overshadowed by the main storyline.
Final Thoughts
The Lost Queen is a beautifully crafted fantasy novel that will appeal to fans of fairy tale retellings, magical worlds, and strong female protagonists. Though it follows some classic fantasy conventions, the enchanting setting and well-developed protagonist make it a worthy read. Whether you’re new to the genre or a longtime fantasy enthusiast, this book offers a delightful escape into a world of magic, mystery, and adventure.
Would I recommend it? Absolutely—especially to readers who enjoy The Chronicles of Narnia, The Princess and the Goblin, or The Inheritance Cycle.
Plot Overview
The story follows Anita Palmer, a regular teenager in contemporary London who finds herself entangled in a world of ancient magic and forgotten realms. After a mysterious accident, Anita awakens to the shocking revelation that she is actually Tania, the long-lost princess of Faerie—a world existing parallel to the human one. Torn between two identities, Anita/Tania must navigate the complexities of her past and present while uncovering long-buried secrets that could change both worlds forever.
What Works Well
Engaging Storytelling – Jones masterfully weaves an intricate narrative that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish. The pacing is well-balanced, alternating between moments of introspection and fast-paced action.
Lush World-Building – The author paints a vivid picture of the Faerie realm, complete with shimmering landscapes, towering castles, and enchanting creatures. This immersive setting enhances the magical atmosphere of the story.
Strong Protagonist – Tania is a relatable and dynamic protagonist. Her internal struggle between her human upbringing and her Faerie identity adds depth to her character and makes her journey compelling.
Intriguing Mystery – The central mystery surrounding Tania’s disappearance and the fate of the lost queen adds a layer of suspense that keeps the reader turning the pages.
Room for Improvement
Predictable Tropes – While the story is engaging, it leans on some familiar fantasy tropes, such as the “chosen one” and the “hidden princess” narrative. While enjoyable, seasoned fantasy readers may find certain plot points predictable.
Supporting Characters – Some side characters could have been more fleshed out. While they serve their purpose in the plot, their development is sometimes overshadowed by the main storyline.
Final Thoughts
The Lost Queen is a beautifully crafted fantasy novel that will appeal to fans of fairy tale retellings, magical worlds, and strong female protagonists. Though it follows some classic fantasy conventions, the enchanting setting and well-developed protagonist make it a worthy read. Whether you’re new to the genre or a longtime fantasy enthusiast, this book offers a delightful escape into a world of magic, mystery, and adventure.
Would I recommend it? Absolutely—especially to readers who enjoy The Chronicles of Narnia, The Princess and the Goblin, or The Inheritance Cycle.
August 26, 2023
I felt that this book was better directed than the first one, especially regarding events. Most of them seemed to have a purpose, and the pacing was a lot more composed too. Actually, I felt a little frantic on the last pages, and I respect the author’s decision to end the book in the middle of the action, sort of like a cliffhanger. It isn’t one, but by the end of the book, it left the feeling that you need to know what happens next.
The action also felt a whole lot better, and the stakes felt higher, mainly because of the consequences that fall upon both the Faerie Realm and the Mortal World. I loved knowing more about Tania’s previous lives, and I would love to see them have more use than just being random fillers (but I feel like I’m being too hopeful), like being little clues to whatever they need to do next.
Also, Mama Tatiana is probably my favorite character just because . I’m just saying.
Overall, I felt a little more growth in the plot. It got a little thicker,
So, I think it’s a great sign to know that I will, in fact, continue this series, even if it's just to know what happens next.
On the other side, it grinds my gears to see their teenage behavior. It’s so frustrating to see their miscommunication or the choices they make
I don’t know, some excuses or choices made to bring the plot forward seemed poorly done, in my opinion. I also think it’s due to the time it was written, but if this were more developed, I think these books would have the potential to impact more readers. But it is what it is.
The action also felt a whole lot better, and the stakes felt higher, mainly because of the consequences that fall upon both the Faerie Realm and the Mortal World. I loved knowing more about Tania’s previous lives, and I would love to see them have more use than just being random fillers (but I feel like I’m being too hopeful), like being little clues to whatever they need to do next.
Also, Mama Tatiana is probably my favorite character just because . I’m just saying.
Overall, I felt a little more growth in the plot. It got a little thicker,
So, I think it’s a great sign to know that I will, in fact, continue this series, even if it's just to know what happens next.
On the other side, it grinds my gears to see their teenage behavior. It’s so frustrating to see their miscommunication or the choices they make
I don’t know, some excuses or choices made to bring the plot forward seemed poorly done, in my opinion. I also think it’s due to the time it was written, but if this were more developed, I think these books would have the potential to impact more readers. But it is what it is.
December 20, 2022
I just…
Lets dive into it right away.
I took notes while reading, so lets go first with that:
-Zara said leggings… a faerie princess who doesn’t know shit about the Mortal World. Right.
-Oberon and Eden speaking in chorus? Add a few diacritical marks to make it exotic 😃👍🏽
“Hallowed moon—blesséd moon—belovéd moon wingéd moon aloft in the crucible of the night” 😬
-I do not like Jade at all.
-So Edric can’t go back to Faerie without Tania, but somehow got her a white rose from Faerie without her. Sure.
-Tania feels guilty for leaving the sword behind. And with good reason. She was so stupid for doing that…
-And, also, now all the villains want to be tyrants of both worlds. Okay.
Actual review:
Endless descriptions that bore me!! I decided to just skim over or skip them altogether. Didn’t miss much.
The plot of the series, and each book individually, has so much potential, but the delivery is so poor.
First, I realized while reading this book that the author is a white male, writting about a 16yo girl 👁️👄👁️
And the writting ‘style’ made me think about myself, as a teenager, writting stories and fanfics. Its just poor, something an amateur/young writter would write…
I didn’t see the characters as people.
Good writting will have you believe they are, with their nuances and lives, etc… but I’m yet to be convinced with these books.
And that’s why I am merciful towards them.
I feel sorry that the author continually butchers his own creation, when they have soo much potential.
The story was interesting enough that I read through all the junk.
Even if the climax is not well written.
I’ll use my imagination for that to make it bearable.
🥴
Lets dive into it right away.
I took notes while reading, so lets go first with that:
-Zara said leggings… a faerie princess who doesn’t know shit about the Mortal World. Right.
-Oberon and Eden speaking in chorus? Add a few diacritical marks to make it exotic 😃👍🏽
“Hallowed moon—blesséd moon—belovéd moon wingéd moon aloft in the crucible of the night” 😬
-I do not like Jade at all.
-So Edric can’t go back to Faerie without Tania, but somehow got her a white rose from Faerie without her. Sure.
-Tania feels guilty for leaving the sword behind. And with good reason. She was so stupid for doing that…
-And, also, now all the villains want to be tyrants of both worlds. Okay.
Actual review:
Endless descriptions that bore me!! I decided to just skim over or skip them altogether. Didn’t miss much.
The plot of the series, and each book individually, has so much potential, but the delivery is so poor.
First, I realized while reading this book that the author is a white male, writting about a 16yo girl 👁️👄👁️
And the writting ‘style’ made me think about myself, as a teenager, writting stories and fanfics. Its just poor, something an amateur/young writter would write…
I didn’t see the characters as people.
Good writting will have you believe they are, with their nuances and lives, etc… but I’m yet to be convinced with these books.
And that’s why I am merciful towards them.
I feel sorry that the author continually butchers his own creation, when they have soo much potential.
The story was interesting enough that I read through all the junk.
Even if the climax is not well written.
I’ll use my imagination for that to make it bearable.
🥴
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 20, 2022
I’m glad I picked up this series at less than half-price at a used bookstore. It isn’t absolutely awful, but it’s rather silly, even considering it as YA. I will say that the self-centered teenage heroine reminds me of how badly I treated my parents when I was sixteen, so I suppose it contains some realism.
Anita suddenly learned at her sixteenth birthday that she is actually a Faerie princess that disappeared into the Mortal World 500 years ago. She is the seventh daughter of Titania and Oberon, so she can cross between Faerie and the Mortal World. Unfortunately, numerous folk want that ability, and try to steal it. Her mother has been stuck in the Mortal World for centuries, and Anita/Tania vows to bring her mother back to Faerie—which is challenging, since evil folk in Faerie are trying to steal her ability, and her Mortal World parents treat her like a typical selfish teenager ( which she is).
Anita suddenly learned at her sixteenth birthday that she is actually a Faerie princess that disappeared into the Mortal World 500 years ago. She is the seventh daughter of Titania and Oberon, so she can cross between Faerie and the Mortal World. Unfortunately, numerous folk want that ability, and try to steal it. Her mother has been stuck in the Mortal World for centuries, and Anita/Tania vows to bring her mother back to Faerie—which is challenging, since evil folk in Faerie are trying to steal her ability, and her Mortal World parents treat her like a typical selfish teenager ( which she is).
June 2, 2022
This book - that is what i sense - is obviously widely misunderstood. Tania is a teenager and my teenager could VERY WELL be Tania. All teenagers have got problems and they need to overcome them. Tania is doing her best to get along with her "gifts" and she is using them to get to know them - i did not dislike the book - it is a necessary step in order to master these gifts. And her - being a teenager - is also not so easy. My daughter used to be able to see all entities. And - being a teenager she threw that gift away. Worse - thanks to "smart(???)" phone and excessive "rays" she does not even remember her gifts...
There you go - Tania behaves EXACTLY like a teenager and that is well observed and described.
However, not all teenagers behave the same way - so - sorry- when i contradict the masses out there.
But - i loved it!
There you go - Tania behaves EXACTLY like a teenager and that is well observed and described.
However, not all teenagers behave the same way - so - sorry- when i contradict the masses out there.
But - i loved it!
April 4, 2018
In this book, Tania returns to the mortal realm to look for the lost queen Titania. Her mortal parents don't trust her after the way she dissapeared for three days from the hospital. The traitor Duke Gabriel whom Tania had been handfasted to has been banished but is trying to pull Tania between the worlds. When something happens in Faerie that prevents Tania from crossing over she is surprised by the sudden appearance of three of her sisters in her bedriom in the mortal world. Can they find the Queen and figure out how to cross back into faerie to rescue King Oberon and beat the evil forces that have imprisoned him and threaten both realms?
I enjoyed this quite a bit. However it ended with a cliffhanger and now I'm scrambling to find book three.
June 7, 2021
I had tried reading this book once before, but I couldn't get into it as the beginning felt rather slow. However, once I got past the beginning, the book itself was really interesting. There were a lot of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. The storys pacing felt rather nice (the fact that Gabriel is still a big part is really cool too!), though as mentioned before, the beginning was rather slow. It was also interesting that they left this book on a bit of a cliff hanger, makes me really curious to begin reading the next one. There were a couple of scenes where I felt there was too much details and not many answers. But overall, those are more just nitpicks. The book itself is rather nice and I would definitely recommend it to anybody who read the first.
August 14, 2018
I liked this book better than the first book. It did have some swear words in it like the D** and H*** word in it. If I could I would give this book 2 1/2 stars instead of 3 stars because it is still a kind of odd book, but you get use to it in the second book. And in the second book things will be less confusing because the author explains stuff more. I would suggest 11 and older to read this book because some things I don't think little kids would get. Also I liked the second book better than the first because it started off with more action than the first book did, and it wasn't confusing to me. I wouldn't actually suggest this book series to anyone because it just wastes your time reading all the books.
February 17, 2023
Tania returns to mortal world with her lover Edric to find her mother Queen Titania. Titania has been lost in the mortal world for centuries. Tania finds coming back to London complicated. Some of her sisters join her when Faerie has been attacked. The need to find the Queen is now critical. Can Tania, Edric and Tania's sisters find Titania in time to save Faerie? A good sequel. The book furthers the plot. It is fun to see how Tania and her sisters deal with the mortal world. For Tania it is more complicated since she has to decide between the two. It does end on a cliff hanger. The good thing is I want to know how it ends.
July 13, 2020
2.5/5
This was an ok book. It really dragged for the first 75 pages. I got so annoyed with Tania and her parents. It was just irritating seeing her whine. There was too much back and forth between them. The rest of the story seemed to drag a bit too. But it got good when things started happening. Tania couldn't get back to faerie and she was reunited with 3 of her sisters. And they told her what Rathania did. Things started moving a long. I wonder how it will all end. And if everything will be set right.
This was an ok book. It really dragged for the first 75 pages. I got so annoyed with Tania and her parents. It was just irritating seeing her whine. There was too much back and forth between them. The rest of the story seemed to drag a bit too. But it got good when things started happening. Tania couldn't get back to faerie and she was reunited with 3 of her sisters. And they told her what Rathania did. Things started moving a long. I wonder how it will all end. And if everything will be set right.
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August 22, 2023
*4.5*
I liked this book more than the first one, which is rare for me. I guess it was because they had a purpose from the beginning, and there was a lot of fighting and escaping happening.
I'm so happy for Tania that she found her fairy mother, but I understand that it's difficult now that she has 2 mothers. And that she has to choose between Fairy and the mortal world.
Because of this book, I am considering continuing the series.
I liked this book more than the first one, which is rare for me. I guess it was because they had a purpose from the beginning, and there was a lot of fighting and escaping happening.
I'm so happy for Tania that she found her fairy mother, but I understand that it's difficult now that she has 2 mothers. And that she has to choose between Fairy and the mortal world.
Because of this book, I am considering continuing the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 10, 2017
It's a quick read. It was enjoyable to find Titania, but all the drama with Tania's mortal parents and curfews and school was a bit boring. I don't know, it seems like I may keep reading when I need a convenient quick finish book.
March 1, 2018
The lost Queen ( Faerie Path #2) by allen Frewin Jones.
Tania goes back to her old home with her boyfriend to find her long lost mother. I recommend this book to people older than 11 and 12. This Is such a good book. I love it sooo much.
Tania goes back to her old home with her boyfriend to find her long lost mother. I recommend this book to people older than 11 and 12. This Is such a good book. I love it sooo much.
August 26, 2020
This series is a reread from when I was in middle school.... maybe I shouldn't have reread. I want to finish the series that I never finished in middle school but the story sometimes just feels like its been done before
January 6, 2025
Still holds up 12 years later. I love how the sequel develops the characters and struggles that were introduced in the first book, but opens the door to more cliffhangers and plots. Excited to dig into the third book
January 6, 2018
The second in the series, it was an ok read. I want the story to have a bit more depth and I hope for more in the next one. It was another quick and easy read though.
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