In the Shadow of a Hoax

This is an amazing fantasy romance sequel for In the shadow of a wish. I highly recommend it if you enjoy the genre. I loved the character development for the two main characters, their journey into being the best version of themselves and the fantasy elements of the story. It has a good amount of humor throughout the book that keeps things lighter that is a good contrast for the seriousness of some other times.
I liked the way the relationship is formed. Tarley and Lachlan learn to work as a team, get to know each other even in the most delicate aspects of one another, and it was interesting that they don't hide from being vulnerable.
I was dazed by how much I loved the main characters. Tarley doesn´t allow her fears stop her and she ends up being way funnier than I expected. I think that her character was very well executed. And Lachlan is absolutely charming, kind of boyish at some points but quickly learns to view things that matter with more mature eyes. Still charming at the end.
I loved the spice in the story. It adds up to their romance in a good way and it's a good amount of spice without getting the story plotless.
There are also alluring side characters, just to mention some: the whole Fairview family, some characters from book one (really good to see them again), and new ones like Trevis and new friends.
In addition to an excellent romance story, there is a mystery going on surrounding the Fairview family, which is getting thicker and thicker by the minute and I can't wait to get some answers in the next book.
So, a five stars read for me. It became one of my favorite books! and I hope you give it a chance.