The Fae's Promise (Grym Hollow #5) by Tati B. Alvarez
- Merissa
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Evangeline has always dreamed of a life outside Grym Hollow, exploring a world of culinary magic and making her own. It’s what her parents would’ve wanted for her. But like the other women, leaving is only possible through The Guardian’s contract, which comes with its own rewards…and risks.
Like marrying two monarchs to save their courts from a curse that rots food right off the vine.
Hunger makes a desperate fool of anyone, but King Niko has never felt more confident taking a human bride alongside his other half. The fae are hardly conventional, and he wants to embrace her as the perfect addition to their bond. The one who will undoubtedly save his people from famine.
Zephyr, however, is as cold as the ice that flows through his veins. Scarred by a past that demonstrates just how dangerous shared mates can be, he’s determined to treat this as political duty—and nothing else.
As the darkness spreads, a precarious alliance will no longer be enough. But can they combine their love to heal their pasts, their kingdom, and their hearts?
Book five in the Grym Hollow series. Each book follows one couple and ends in a happily-ever-after. The books can be read in any order, but reading in numerical order is best.
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5 out of 5 (exceptional)
THE FAE'S PROMISE is the fifth book in the Grym Hollow series, and the first one that has a throuple!
Evangeline is the last resident of Grym Hollow to approach the Guardian. Her parents have both died, and she wants to see more of the world than she would by staying where she grew up. Signing the contract with the Guardian means she will see another world... literally!
Niko, an earth fae, is the one she will marry. He is also married to Zephyr, an ice fae, who is happy to accept a human into their lives but, for his own reasons, doesn't want to be tied to her as well. Having more than one partner is completely normal for the fae, although it comes as a shock to Evangeline.
The faes' kingdom is under attack by the Nephilim, the land cursed so no crops will grow, the food rots, and they are slowly starving to death. There is a way to break the curse, of course, and it involves Evangeline.
This was such a great read!!! Finnick is one of my favourite characters, the small sprite with the big personality. But honestly, there wasn't a character I didn't like - out of the good guys, that is. The overall story arc is moving along nicely, building up tension, and raising questions that I can't wait to have answered. The relationship between our main three builds nicely, too. Yes, it's fast, but that is almost expected by now. I loved how they grew together, even if Zephyr was reluctant! And can I just say, his reasons were heartbreaking.
Another fantastic book in this series. There is just one more to go, and I honestly can't wait for! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this book, and the series so far. They are all brilliant.
Oh, and if the cover gives you Tiana vibes, just wait until you read the inside. One of my favourite Disney films certainly grew up!
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Merissa
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Tati B. Alvarez is a fantasy and paranormal romance author from Austin, Texas with her family and two adorable cats: Leila and Stella. When she can tear herself away from her laptop or a book, Tati enjoys nerding out over all things Marvel and Disney, hanging out with her in-person and virtual friends, as well as spending all her time playing with her niece.
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