Synopsis
In a kingdom where magic has been lost, Fia is a rare changeling, left behind by the Fair Folk when they stole the High Queen’s daughter and retreated behind the locked gates of Tír na nÓg.
Most despise Fia’s fae blood. But the queen raises her as a daughter and trains her to be a spy. Meanwhile, the real princess Eala is bound to Tír na nÓg, cursed to become a swan by day and only returning to her true form at night.
When a hidden gate to the realm is discovered, Fia is tasked to retrieve the princess and break her curse. Fia’s mission is complicated by her feelings for Prince Rogan and her unexpected attraction to the dark-hearted fae lord holding Eala captive. Irian might be more monster than man, but he seems to understand Fia in a way no one ever has.
Soon, Fia begins to question the truth of her mission. But time is running out to break her sister’s curse. And unraveling the secrets of the past might destroy everything she has come to love.
Thoughts
With the release of book two in the Fair Folk trilogy just days away, I was keen to read this beautiful book, which has been gracing my bookshelf for months. It is a magical story inspired by Celtic mythology. I was hooked for the first third of the book, but felt that it was drawn out thereafter. I enjoyed the lore and lyrical prose. I am currently on the fence about reading the upcoming books.
★★★★☆
Question
Are you a good keeper of secrets?