Court of Ravens and Ruin: A Brides of Mist and Fae Novel (The Shadow Bound Queen Book 1)

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For two decades, my hair had caused me nothing but grief. It made me different, made me stand out. It had made me a target, even within the enslaved human community.

I don't want you dead. You know I don't want you dead. We have been over this what seems like a hundred times.” The FMC, Reyna, sometimes seemed to have an instinct for self-preservation. Her interior monologue hinted at intelligence and the means for survival. Unfortunately, she almost always ignored that voice. Instead she was petulant and stupid at every opportunity. Otherwise, we didn’t learn much about her other than she had red hair and could sense magic in gold. There are some side characters. That’s about all that can be said about them. They are fairly two-dimensional and don’t add much to the plot.As the story unfolds, the tension between them builds as they both struggle to navigate their complicated bond. The narrative turns into a thrilling game of secrets and deception. She’s just sooooo special. The author couldn’t have chosen any other color? Not that I like hair color being a defining characteristic, but she’s just a ginger? That’s it? Mazrith is the mysterious dark shadow-fae prince with an unknown mission. He's known to be the worst of the worst, the embodiment of evil, a ruthless and merciless fae who instills fear in the hearts of many. While these rumors may hold some truth, Mazrith also displays acts of kindness, honor, and respect. Granted, he makes some questionable choices, but everyone makes mistakes, right? He's this closed-off, intriguing character and the only reason I'll continue this series.

I liked the ravens and skulls and the overall vibe of the Shadow Court. The Yggdrasil setting was unique. The magic system has potential.I am trying to show you now. Fates help me, if you will not do anything you are told this will take a very long time. Time I do not have.” The book's main focus is on the mystery that shrouds everything, including the intricate relationship between the two main characters. She can usually be found reading fairytale retellings, playing board games or binge-watching Netflix shows. Drawn into a deadly world shrouded in secrets, and desperate to keep her own hidden, Reyna must find a way out. If she doesn’t, she risks more than just death. She risks giving everything to her intoxicating captor.