To Be a Fae Queen is the first book in Tricia Copeland’s Realm Chronicles series. Enjoy epic fantasy novels with strong FMCs? Then this is going to be a book you don’t want to miss. Prepare to see Earth in a new and unique way!
To Be a Fae Queen grabs readers’ attention with the cover depicting the fae who will be crowned queen and face numerous challenges ahead of her. Depicted with high spikey reddish hair, gems, and glitter adorn her face. She appears to be turning to look at those who would pick up her story. Delicate wings reminiscent of dragonfly’s spread out from her back and downward speaking of their size. From the neck down the cover is filled with sparkles and glitter creating a state of dazzle.
To Be a Fae Queen is an engaging YA novel suitable for younger teen readers in the upward age range. As this story begins to unfold we are introduced to young Titania at the end of her day. Author Copeland depicts her dreading this moment, and it stirs the question of “Why?” You won’t have to wait long for the answer to this unasked question. Her mother. Is her mother gone? The simple answer is…no, she is not. But there is something going on that keeps her mother from her in another way. Of course, there is more to the story than just this.
To Be a Fae Queen lays out some backstory concerning Titania’s life to this point. She has suffered great loss and the impact of it all weighs heavily upon all in her family. The fighting with a group of creatures called kobold has wrung a heavy price for not just the kingdom, but their family especially. Titania’s mother carries the guilt of several losses on herself.
Titania is an interesting character. She wishes to aid her father in the fight, but he’s reluctant to allow her. On the one hand, it’s understandable, she has already been through a lot. With the further estrangement of relatives, she is alone except for her father. Being shut up in the castle hasn’t really done her any favors either, but she has found ways to keep herself “entertained” so to speak.
However, don’t let this momentary lull make you think that things are going to be quiet for long in To Be a Fae Queen. An attack is looming and Titania will be just what her father and the kingdom need to finally gain a true moment of peace.
Titania knows her worth, even for a child such as herself. At the young age of 15, she is quite skilled in many things. Her father has been grooming her to become the next monarch of the land after the tragedies suffered by her family. As you keep reading deeper into To Be a Fae Queen you’ll find that she’s a rather determined young woman. So, when she finds an opportunity to step up? She does it with both feet! Readers will applaud her initiative. Unfortunately, not everyone in this book will feel the same way.
There will be one scene in this story that will have you fearing the worst for Titania’s family. Her father has been injured. While he survives his wounds, he makes a decision that will shock all…he passes his reign to his daughter. Now, this won’t seem alarming or that shocking to some, but he’s ignoring the laws by choosing to crown her so young. Of course, chaos erupts in one who craves the power that Titania now holds.
If there is one thing that To Be a Fae Queen has a lot of it is chaos and drama. LOL! But it really makes for an interesting story. You will be page-turning to find out what happens next and how things play out. Titania is literally going to be going from one problem to another, to another. It’s almost like it’s never-ending. Yes, she gets a break now and then, but author Copeland wants readers engaged, and boy are we!
Readers will appreciate that in To Be a Fae Queen Titania is made to work for and push for things that she wants. Of course, she does take things over the top several times when it comes to a boy or her own perception of how she thinks things should be done. In those instances we found her to be the petulant teen that she wishes not to be viewed as. Is there some relatability to some of her behavior? Yes, to an extent. Does it make it right? Only by biased perception. LOL! Sorry, not sorry.
Hoping for some romance in this book? Well, the good news, is that there is! Obviously, since we mention her getting fiery behind insinuations concerning a boy. LOL! You’re going to get hints of “forbidden” romance vibes. She’s queen, he’s a soldier, can this be? Will this be able to work out? Will someone in the castle of the High Council stand in the way? Or will something else come along to derail the budding romance? Lots of questions, right? Good news? All will be answered before the end of this story!
Readers will get to witness Titania grow and develop as a young woman and a queen throughout To Be a Fae Queen. She shows some moments of maturity, but that takes time. This story focuses heavily on Middle Earth, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t “flit” to the other realms a couple of times for various reasons. The visits are very brief, but author Copeland also points out the dynamic differences between each which helps keep them unique.
Titania’s story moving forward is sure to be an interesting one and one that many readers who read and enjoy this book will wish to continue. Author Copeland will leave readers lingering with questions concerning Titania’s mother, and her own magick. The good news though is that they will still thoroughly enjoy this book and how the storyline unfolds from beginning to end.
Readers who enjoy capable female main characters, vivid storylines, plenty of twists, turns, and tons of drama will not want to miss out on this YA fantasy novel. It will absolutely appeal to readers who enjoy stories with fae, witches, and a darkness that threatens all. Don’t miss out and grab a copy of To Be a Fae Queen today!!
Pros:
- Engaging storyline
- Interesting characters
- Lots of twists and turns
- Hints of romance
- Page-turner
- Clean story
Cons:
- The main character’s paranoia & lack of trust, especially toward her own father.
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