Radiant Shadows by Melissa Marr

Genre: Young Adult
Sub Genre: Urban Fantasy, Faerie, Wicked Lovely
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Hunger for nourishment. Hunger for touch. Hunger to belong. Half-human and half-faery, Ani is driven by her hungers. Those same appetites also attract powerful enemies and uncertain allies, including Devlin. He was created as an assassin and is brother to the faeries' coolly logical High Queen and to her chaotic twin, the embodiment of War. Devlin wants to keep Ani safe from his sisters, knowing that if he fails, he will be the instrument of Ani's death. Ani isn't one to be guarded while others fight battles for her, though. She has the courage to protect herself and the ability to alter Devlin's plans—and his life. The two are drawn together, each with reason to fear the other and to fear for one another. But as they grow closer, a larger threat imperils the whole of Faerie. Will saving the faery realm mean losing each other?

This is the fourth book in the Wicked Lovely series. Ani is much more than she seems and very few people know. Devlin was sent to kill her years ago but had made a promise not to. Now the two are going to have to make some drastic decisions. As they work together things that they thought get turned on their head. And if they don’t hurry Faerie will be no more. Of all the books so far I have to say this is my favorite. I loved Ani she is such a great character. When we see in this book you find so much more depth. Devlin who you’re not at all sure what he is up to keeps you on your toes the whole way through the story. This is a brilliant story and I can’t wait to read the next one in the series, Darkest Mercy.

Publisher: Harper Teen
ISBN: 0061659223
Pages: 352
Series: Wicked Lovely
Volume: 4

Ink Exchange by Melissa Marr

Genre: Young Adult

Sub Genre: Urban Fantasy, Faerie, Tales of Faery

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Unbeknownst to mortals, a power struggle is unfolding in a world of shadows and danger. After centuries of stability, the balance among the Faery Courts has altered, and Irial, ruler of the Dark Court, is battling to hold his rebellious and newly vulnerable fey together. If he fails, bloodshed and brutality will follow. Seventeen-year-old Leslie knows nothing of faeries or their intrigues. When she is attracted to an eerily beautiful tattoo of eyes and wings, all she knows is that she has to have it, convinced it is a tangible symbol of changes she desperately craves for her own life. The tattoo does bring changes—not the kind Leslie has dreamed of, but sinister, compelling changes that are more than symbolic. Those changes will bind Leslie and Irial together, drawing Leslie deeper and deeper into the faery world, unable to resist its allures, and helpless to withstand its perils. . . .

Unlike Wicked Lovely this centers around a new triad of characters. We again see Leslie, Aislinn’s Friend who struggles with her feelings for Niall. I love how the two struggled over their feeling for one another. This could be considered Urban fantasy, as it takes place in current times with the Fay all around. Melissa writes about a world of many Fay courts. I found this a very enjoyable story. Wondering what the Dark King was to do as his love for Leslie grew. My heart went out to Niall as he struggled. And then having to let go of the one he loved. It’s a must read for anyone who love reading about Faeries. I can't wait to read the next book in this series, Fragile Eternity.

Publisher: Harper Teen

ISBN: 0061214701

Pages: 352

Series: Wicked Lovely

Volume: 2

Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr

Genre: Young Adult

Sub Genre: Urban Fantasy, Faerie, Tales of Faery

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Rule #3: Don't stare at invisible faeries. Rule #2: Don't speak to invisible faeries. Rule #1: Don't ever attract their attention. Aislinn has always seen faeries. Powerful and dangerous, they walk hidden in mortal world. Aislinn fears their cruelty—especially if they learn of her Sight—and wishes she were as blind to their presence as other teens. Now faeries are stalking her. One of them, Keenan, who is equal parts terrifying and alluring, is trying to talk to her, asking questions Aislinn is afraid to answer. But it's too late. Keenan is the Summer King who has sought his queen for nine centuries. Without her, summer itself will perish. He is determined that Aislinn will become the Summer Queen at any cost—regardless of her plans or desires. Suddenly none of the rules that have kept Aislinn safe are working anymore, and everything is on the line: her freedom; her best friend, Seth; her life; everything. Faerie intrigue, mortal love, and the clash of ancient rules and modern expectations swirl together in Melissa Marr's stunning 21st century faery tale.

This is a great new Faery Tale. Keenan is reminded me of a very young Puck, while Aislinn is a very strong willed girl. She knows what she wants and isn’t bothered with asking for it. There are many things about this story that draw you in. It is a well thought out world and all the characters are fully formed. This Faery court is very different than the others that I have read. The new Summer King being a child from the last Summer King and current Winter Queen, was a great twist. I truly enjoyed reading this. Melissa Marr is one of those great writers that you just want to read over and over again. I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series, Ink Exchange.

Publisher: Harper Teen

ISBN: 0061214671

Pages: 352

Series: Wicked Lovely

Volume: 1