In all fairness, I delayed reviewing that book for a few days, because I wasn't in a mood for something historical. However, once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. And I read it in a day!

Mina is a princess with a goal - don't ever get married, and when her father - the King himself gives her an ultimatum, she is forced to run with a poor man and his sassy sister. Surprise, surprise, this was all part of the King's plan, and the poor man is not just any man - but the only suitor who attracted her. Now she is on the run, with a man she doesn't know and a danger above their heads.


What I liked:

I liked everything. From the plot and the interpretation of the old tale, through the writing (which was breathtaking), to the characters.

I loved Mina, and I found a lot of me in her. She was proud, and stubborn, and knew how to be loyal and protect the people she loved. But also she was kind, even through her coldness, and strong.

And Alrick was wonderful as well. He was humane, generous, and, oh, so loving. I loved how the character united softness and strength.

I loved their interactions, and the steamy parts were hotter than boiling water.

Everything was perfect.


What I didn't like:

I needed more spice because the heat was through the roof. I needed more pinning and more angst. But I loved everything in the way it was.

I think the cliffhanger was a bit predictable.


Overall:

I strongly recommend this book! And if you don't read it, it's your loss!.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. ( )

The Night Queen is based on the German fairy tale King Thrushbeard, which I do remember my grandmother telling me about so it was interesting to see the twists and unique touches the author added. The characters were done really well! They are complex and they compliment each other! Mina is very selfish, spoiled and naive. I didn't really like her but I did enjoy seeing her character grow and there are other characters that balanced hers out. The world building is fantastic! Very vivid descriptions! I really enjoyed the twists, adventure and the suspense! It will be interesting to see where this story will go from here!
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