The Ever Queen

I am so incredibly glad I pushed through this. The ONLY thing making this not a five star is the pacing, the first 40% was nail biting then until the 75% ish mark it felt so incredibly slow and somewhat repetitive. Other than that this book is very obviously perfection. I can't say much as this is the end of the duet within this series but so good. Seeing the stolen moments between Erik and Livia was one of my favorite parts, I'm new to series (or at least sticking with them) so seeing a love that is already developed was new for me. The wrapping up of the book was done to perfection, I am so incredibly excited to continue this series and mark my words, I am going to start the series set prior to time.

This book was slightly better than the last but the spice got a bit extra (for me) at points so I skimmed most of the later scenes. It also held a lot of the plot back, so I was pretty glad to be rid of it.

Can I just say that I love Jonas? He's utterly stupid but was one of my favourite characters from the very beginning, it's just a massive shame that he's really self-sacrificing but it also makes me like him even more.
I genuinely cannot wait for his book!

Definitely serves as a fitting conclusion to its duet, though it doesn't quite stand out in the crowded field of romantic fantasy. The narrative ties up the plot threads from its predecessor neatly, offering closure to the central characters' arcs. However, the story treads familiar ground and lacks the innovation needed to set it apart in a genre brimming with similar tales.

Character development is adequate, with protagonists showing growth and maturity as they face their final challenges. However, the relationships, while central to the plot, sometimes feel forced, lacking the organic progression seen in more compelling romantasy works.

The world-building is solid, if not particularly original, and the magic system is well-defined but doesn't bring anything new to the table. The pacing is consistent, though it occasionally dips into predictability, making some plot twists easy to foresee.

In summary, The Ever Queen is a decent read for those who have followed the duet and are looking for closure. It's competently written and offers a satisfactory conclusion, but those seeking a novel approach to romantasy may find it underwhelming. It's a nice addition to the genre, but not a standout.