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retrogirlreads's review against another edition
5.0
Naia is a princess of Umbraar, and has grown up believing that the Fae are her enemies. But when she finds a white fae dying at the edge of the woods, she makes the snap decision to save him. They share one earth shattering kiss that causes a chain of events that Naia can no longer control.
Along with his sister, Prince Isofel is the heir apparent to the kingdom of Umbraar. He has always believed he would never find love due to his metal hands, but when he meets Princess Leandra of Frostlake, his perspective on love shifts drastically. Leah is everything Fel’s ever dreamed of, but extenuating circumstances are determined to drive them apart.
Oh. My. Gosh. This book was everything I didn’t know I needed!!! The plot was intricate and well developed, and the world building was absolutely exquisite!!! It was super interesting to learn about the different magic in each of the kingdoms. The action was exhilarating, the romance both sweet and angsty.
Naia. I absolutely loved the fact that Naia is powerful, and she doesn’t let anyone boss her around. She was confident enough to make her own choices, and I admire that about her. Fel. I just want to give this poor man all the hugs. He’s been mocked for his disability, when that’s something that shouldn’t even be taken into consideration. Yet somehow, he rises above it, and grows into his own.
And finally, Leah. I am so proud of her for how she goes from scared and obedient little girl to powerful and strong young woman. But more than that, she is kind, and she has a good heart, which makes her an absolutely relatable character. As for that ending… I am in shock. I’ll be lying in wait for book two!!!
Along with his sister, Prince Isofel is the heir apparent to the kingdom of Umbraar. He has always believed he would never find love due to his metal hands, but when he meets Princess Leandra of Frostlake, his perspective on love shifts drastically. Leah is everything Fel’s ever dreamed of, but extenuating circumstances are determined to drive them apart.
Oh. My. Gosh. This book was everything I didn’t know I needed!!! The plot was intricate and well developed, and the world building was absolutely exquisite!!! It was super interesting to learn about the different magic in each of the kingdoms. The action was exhilarating, the romance both sweet and angsty.
Naia. I absolutely loved the fact that Naia is powerful, and she doesn’t let anyone boss her around. She was confident enough to make her own choices, and I admire that about her. Fel. I just want to give this poor man all the hugs. He’s been mocked for his disability, when that’s something that shouldn’t even be taken into consideration. Yet somehow, he rises above it, and grows into his own.
And finally, Leah. I am so proud of her for how she goes from scared and obedient little girl to powerful and strong young woman. But more than that, she is kind, and she has a good heart, which makes her an absolutely relatable character. As for that ending… I am in shock. I’ll be lying in wait for book two!!!
hebberelle's review
2.0
This was a hot mess. Four main characters, time travel or rebirth, pov from other non main characters, it's a lot. But somehow in all the chaos of battles and betrayal.. it gets boring.. I think because none of the main characters are very likable except Fel. Extra awful bonus is actual torture and abuse and near rape.
annavvvv's review against another edition
informative
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
thecarolinaash's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism, Death, Vomit, Toxic relationship, Torture, Sexism, Misogyny, Injury/Injury detail, Fire/Fire injury, Violence, Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Confinement, Physical abuse, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Ableism, Murder, War, Death of parent, and Sexual assault
Minor: Infidelity, Blood, and Bullying
bhaneereads_'s review
4.0
Mini Review:
Frozen Hearts and Death Magic by Day Leitao
The first book in the Duology of Fire and Fae! Thank you to @thebookscenestours and @day_leitao_ya for this amazing ebook!
“A forbidden fae kiss could be deadly.”
Frozen Hearts and Death Magic by Day Leitao
The first book in the Duology of Fire and Fae! Thank you to @thebookscenestours and @day_leitao_ya for this amazing ebook!
“A forbidden fae kiss could be deadly.”
atrailofpages's review
4.0
This book is described as being told in a telenovela-inspired style, and boy is it! This is probably one the most frustrating and drama filled reads I've ever read. Not in a bad way, it just took me by surprise and I wanted to smack everyone.
This book follows multiple POVs, primarily Naia(short for Irinaia), her twin brother Fel(short for Isofel, which is such a cool name!), River, and Leah(short for Leandra). In this world, the fae have disappeared after a war with the humans, and only humans from the royal families have magical powers. Naia and her brother are Ironbringers, with her brother being one of the most powerful, if not the most powerful. Naia meets River, a light fae, gives him a kiss and he disappears. A year passes, and Naia, her brother Fel and their father travel to Frostlake where there is a gathering of all the kingdoms and where Leah resides and who is to meet her potential spouse at this gathering. While there, many events occur that cause strife to occur between the kingdoms. Leah is not supposed to be interested or marry Fel, Naia meets River again, everyone is attacked by the fae during this gathering, and then they gather to figure out a way to stop the fae. Disagreements occur because some think it is the fae causing attacks in the kingdom like the one at this gathering, and others think it is one of the human kingdoms. Thus, begins what may turn into another war and the many lies and secrets held in each kingdom may actually cause a rift between the human kingdoms.
First off, I will say a lot of detail went into this story and the world. I thought it was a very unique world with unique style of magic, and that humans have magic, but only royalty. The fae are viewed as evil, and you wonder that when you meet River. I mean I wondered about that the whole book lol. Naia and Fel are Ironbringers, Leah is a necormancer(or is she) and others have many styles of magic and each of their kingdoms are so unique. I really wanted to learn even more of this world, especially he fae since it seems they dwell in a parallel world from the humans.
Now, this world is also based on so many secrets, lies, and oh so much withheld information, especially from this kids. It frustrated me so much when the parents refused to tell their kids vital information because they thought they were protecting their kids, and expected them to just be okay with the lack of information(which the kids were, like what? I would be demanding answers!), and yet it did not really protect the kids in the end. This is primarily the reason why I couldn't give it 5 stars because I just did not enjoy the lack of communication between everyone, especially the families, and the unnecessary drama that came about because of that lack of communication.
Now, aside from that, I really enjoyed the characters. The sibling relationship between the twins is just adorable and everything I want to read in a book with siblings. They protect each other, they love each other, and oh do they support each other. Sometimes Fel amazed me with his unfailing support of his sister and her decisions and opinions. Then the romance between Fel and Leah...I will only that it is the most heartbreaking, frustrating, beautiful romance. I couldn't get enough of it. (Oh and forgot to mention, Fel has iron made hands and fingers that everyone views as crippled, but as Leah says, he has magic hands, and they are beautiful just like him). And then River. He was such an enigma the entire book. I never could put my finger on him and who he was truly as a person. He was so sus all the time, and yet you can't help but love him! There is so much mystery around him, the whole time you just want to know the truth about him and the fae!
I was unsure what to rate this book since in all honesty, it frustrated me to no end. However, I could not stop reading. I needed to know what would happen, it kept me on my toes, and I was so intrigued by the magic, the world, and the romances that I just had to know everything. I give this 3.5-4 stars and I do recommend this book if you love unique fantasies, with unique worlds, a unique magic system, fae, and beautiful, heartbreaking romances.
Thank you to the author for a free digital copy to read!
This book follows multiple POVs, primarily Naia(short for Irinaia), her twin brother Fel(short for Isofel, which is such a cool name!), River, and Leah(short for Leandra). In this world, the fae have disappeared after a war with the humans, and only humans from the royal families have magical powers. Naia and her brother are Ironbringers, with her brother being one of the most powerful, if not the most powerful. Naia meets River, a light fae, gives him a kiss and he disappears. A year passes, and Naia, her brother Fel and their father travel to Frostlake where there is a gathering of all the kingdoms and where Leah resides and who is to meet her potential spouse at this gathering. While there, many events occur that cause strife to occur between the kingdoms. Leah is not supposed to be interested or marry Fel, Naia meets River again, everyone is attacked by the fae during this gathering, and then they gather to figure out a way to stop the fae. Disagreements occur because some think it is the fae causing attacks in the kingdom like the one at this gathering, and others think it is one of the human kingdoms. Thus, begins what may turn into another war and the many lies and secrets held in each kingdom may actually cause a rift between the human kingdoms.
First off, I will say a lot of detail went into this story and the world. I thought it was a very unique world with unique style of magic, and that humans have magic, but only royalty. The fae are viewed as evil, and you wonder that when you meet River. I mean I wondered about that the whole book lol. Naia and Fel are Ironbringers, Leah is a necormancer(or is she) and others have many styles of magic and each of their kingdoms are so unique. I really wanted to learn even more of this world, especially he fae since it seems they dwell in a parallel world from the humans.
Now, this world is also based on so many secrets, lies, and oh so much withheld information, especially from this kids. It frustrated me so much when the parents refused to tell their kids vital information because they thought they were protecting their kids, and expected them to just be okay with the lack of information(which the kids were, like what? I would be demanding answers!), and yet it did not really protect the kids in the end. This is primarily the reason why I couldn't give it 5 stars because I just did not enjoy the lack of communication between everyone, especially the families, and the unnecessary drama that came about because of that lack of communication.
Now, aside from that, I really enjoyed the characters. The sibling relationship between the twins is just adorable and everything I want to read in a book with siblings. They protect each other, they love each other, and oh do they support each other. Sometimes Fel amazed me with his unfailing support of his sister and her decisions and opinions. Then the romance between Fel and Leah...I will only that it is the most heartbreaking, frustrating, beautiful romance. I couldn't get enough of it. (Oh and forgot to mention, Fel has iron made hands and fingers that everyone views as crippled, but as Leah says, he has magic hands, and they are beautiful just like him). And then River. He was such an enigma the entire book. I never could put my finger on him and who he was truly as a person. He was so sus all the time, and yet you can't help but love him! There is so much mystery around him, the whole time you just want to know the truth about him and the fae!
I was unsure what to rate this book since in all honesty, it frustrated me to no end. However, I could not stop reading. I needed to know what would happen, it kept me on my toes, and I was so intrigued by the magic, the world, and the romances that I just had to know everything. I give this 3.5-4 stars and I do recommend this book if you love unique fantasies, with unique worlds, a unique magic system, fae, and beautiful, heartbreaking romances.
Thank you to the author for a free digital copy to read!
thirsty4demondaddies's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
katsa6's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This starts well and grips you with the unique different characters. I liked how varied the perspectives were and how you felt like you got a complete story. As it is Young Adult I feel like the insta love and feelings between characters are told to the reader rather than shown. This does get quite dark in the middle of the book. Probably more intense than I expected it to go. But it was an interesting read and would like to see the conclusion.
p_the_bookworm's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
tanpopo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, War, Confinement, Sexual assault, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Abandonment, Death, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Genocide, Misogyny, and Death of parent