BOOK REVIEW – The Fairy Queen by Jovee Winters

“Is not the butterfly proof enough that one can go through a great deal of darkness and still become something beautiful?“

In the sixth installment of the Dark Queens series, Jovee Winters focuses on the love life of Galeta the Blue, The Fairy Queen.

Before she was the little devil she is on this series, she was known as the Pink fairy. She was kind and willing to sacrifice herself for the rest of the world. This is what is responsible for her downfall. The Creator, who is Galeta’s mother, is realizing how badly the fairy needs to be saved. That is where the Love Games come in. Syrith is the son of a previous dark queen in this series and is now destined to be Galeta’s match in the games. But, can he save her from herself before it is too late?

This followed the routine of the other books. The dark queen met her soulmate. She refused to believe it was her soulmate but then in the end they got together and lived happily ever after. The ending, however, was different from the rest. The ending made me want to find out what happens next.

This book was linked to Winters’ previous series which she wrote using the pseudonym, Marie Hall, The Kingdom Series. So, of course, that will most likely be my next series by her.

Considering what I saw of Galeta before this book, I was not expecting to actually feel anything other than hatred for her. However, after reading about her creation, I was actually able to feel sorry for her.

Syrith, Galeta’s mate, was a nice touch. I liked the fact that he was a child of a previous dark queen in the series because it showed us what changes happened in her realm since her own love story.

The story was interesting and I am invested enough in it that I am going to buy some books from the Kingdom Series soon.

Suitable audience: Adults who like fantasy and romance. Not suitable for teens and children

Recurrent themes: Magic. Soulmates. Fairytales. Love. Loyalty. Mythology. Witchcraft. Redemption.

Note: If you’re looking for an intense reading experience, this is not it. If, however, you’re looking for a quick, fun read with no major thinking involved, this series fits the bill especially if you’re into fantasy and romance with a touch of mythology.

Violence: Mention of violence against children and animals. The battles are quite violent
Sexual Content: A lot!!! This is definitely a book for adults only!
Profanity: Multiple uses of sexual euphemisms as well as obscene language
Religious Themes: The book starts Greek gods and goddesses. There is also mention of gods from other cultures as well as nature spirits. Magic and witches are also very present in this series.
Alcohol/Drugs/Smoking: None

Cruel. Cold. Wicked. Just a few adjectives used to describe the most ancient of fairies—Galeta The Blue. But did you know, dear reader, that once upon a time, long, long ago, the Blue was the Benevolent Pink?Few know the trials of the fae reviled by all, save for one. The ancient and wise Creator. Galeta is the Creator’s daughter, and It will stop at nothing to save her. The truth of who the fairy really is may startle you. She’s the heroine of all of Kingdom. A sad truth no one knows, not even the wee fairy herself. The journey to getting her back will be marred by pain, trials, and tribulations, and when it’s over, Kingdom will never be the same again…