Similar to the formula in the first book of the Five Hundred Kingdoms, the main character in the fourth of the series is a Godmother named Aleksia or the Ice Fairy/Snow Queen of Ever-Winter. Also like Elena, she was a failed Traditional story twice, hers being that of the Snow White/Rose Red and the murderously jealous sister that covets a twin's husband.I have enjoyed this series so far, and this latest effort was no exception. The characters were interesting and vivid, as well as fresh and engaging. The instant coupling up that the previous books had wasn't the same for Aleksia, which I though was an improvement. She developed as her own character, rather than an part of a dependent pair.There were no major problems with this book for me. The pacing felt a bit off in the beginning fifty pages or so, and the editing could surely use some work. However, both of those are minor complaints in the larger view of a detailed, fun, fast read. Her male protagonists have vastly improved in characterization, personality, depth and charm since the first book, as well.More of my reviews here: http://bibliophileanonymous.blogspot.com/
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Similar to the formula in the first book of the Five Hundred Kingdoms, the main character in the fourth of the series is a Godmother named Aleksia or the Ice Fairy/Snow Queen of Ever-Winter. Also like Elena, she was a failed Traditional story twice, hers being that of the Snow White/Rose Red and the murderously jealous sister that covets a twin's husband.I have enjoyed this series so far, and this latest effort was no exception. The characters were interesting and vivid, as well as fresh and engaging. The instant coupling up that the previous books had wasn't the same for Aleksia, which I though was an improvement. She developed as her own character, rather than an part of a dependent pair.There were no major problems with this book for me. The pacing felt a bit off in the beginning fifty pages or so, and the editing could surely use some work. However, both of those are minor complaints in the larger view of a detailed, fun, fast read. Her male protagonists have vastly improved in characterization, personality, depth and charm since the first book, as well.More of my reviews here: http://bibliophileanonymous.blogspot.com/
