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A review by tamke
Two Thousand Tears by Jocelynn Drake
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
The story kicks off after the events of ‘Two Thousand Dreams’, where Moon Mullins and the Zhang clan find a fae door opening to this realm and manage to rescue their long-lost family member, Yichen, who had been abducted a century ago and held captive within the Fae realm. However, upon Yichen's return and reunion with his clan, he promptly departs, accompanied by Rei, a Fae Prince.
Yichen and Rei are now embarking on quite an adventure. Escaping the Fae realm and returning to the human realm has brought with it new dangers and problems that must be solved. They must not only earn the trust of Yichen's clan in Rei but also come to terms with their feelings for each other, all while dealing with the machinations of the fae.
As the story unfolds, glimpses of what Yichen and Rei endured during the 100 years of captivity shed light on the evolution of their bond amidst adversity inflicted by the Fae King and Queen. Drake adeptly illustrates the strengthening of their relationship over time, while skilfully anchoring the story in the present.
One minor criticism concerns Yichen and Rei's quick adaptation to the modern world, given their long absence from a technologically advanced society. However, this does not diminish the overall quality of the narrative.
Drake's meticulous world-building, compelling characters, and captivating storyline make for an immersive reading experience that captivates from start to finish.
I can't wait for the next instalment with Xiang and the dragon!
Yichen and Rei are now embarking on quite an adventure. Escaping the Fae realm and returning to the human realm has brought with it new dangers and problems that must be solved. They must not only earn the trust of Yichen's clan in Rei but also come to terms with their feelings for each other, all while dealing with the machinations of the fae.
As the story unfolds, glimpses of what Yichen and Rei endured during the 100 years of captivity shed light on the evolution of their bond amidst adversity inflicted by the Fae King and Queen. Drake adeptly illustrates the strengthening of their relationship over time, while skilfully anchoring the story in the present.
One minor criticism concerns Yichen and Rei's quick adaptation to the modern world, given their long absence from a technologically advanced society. However, this does not diminish the overall quality of the narrative.
Drake's meticulous world-building, compelling characters, and captivating storyline make for an immersive reading experience that captivates from start to finish.
I can't wait for the next instalment with Xiang and the dragon!