A review by aa_nyc
Lord of Gold and Glory by Lisette Marshall

5.0

BOOK II | Fae Isles

LoGaG commences on a dramatic note, addressing the tumultuous occurrences at the conclusion of Book I and finds its key cast of characters in a new realm brimming with potential new threats. Left to contend with the heartbreaking state of her new reality, Emelin is forced to carry on with a slim set of allies and a deeply strained romantic connection that may never find its way back to the light. In an inspiring arc, Em finds an ember of courage deep within herself, gripping it tightly as she extends her hands to terrifying new associates and builds bonds which slowly color her world in a way she's never experienced.

As the tale deepens to more emotionally-charged spaces, the case of love between our dynamic leads is one that boldly shined upon the page. In this installment, Marshall exceptionally explores the intricate complexities of Em and Creon's respective personalities and emotional profiles, slowly revealing their innermost thoughts of self in the most heartbreaking manner. As devastatingly painful and unspeakable truths of their tangled histories are revealed, initial assumptions once placed upon these essential characters quickly slip away and ultimately casts them in new appealing lights.

THE LOVE // A unique romantic bond that caught attention from their startling meet cute, Em & Creon have all the makings of an epic pairing with a sharp edge. Featuring elements of emotional darkness, an intensely witty brand of communication, and a fiery love that scorches the pages on which it thrives, this couple is one I count as a favorite in the romantasy space. ♥️