REVIEW: A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas

A Court of Wings and Ruin (A Court of Thorns and Roses #3) by Sarah J. Maas
Format: ebook
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Duration: 699 pages
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

“…what we think to be our greatest weakness can sometimes be our biggest strength. And that the most unlikely person can alter the course of history.”

Page 309, A Court of Wings and Ruin

Synopsis

Feyre is back in the clutches of the Spring court – but she has a plan up her sleeves. Even though it is difficult to be so far from Rhys, she knows what needs to be done. The third installment of this series goes through the difficulties with making alliances with neighboring courts so they can still thrive after the war with Hybern, how Elain and Nesta are handling being made from the cauldron, and the actual war itself.

Review

After all of the heat and excitement I was feeling from A Court of Mist and Fury, I was definitely excited to jump right into this book. I hate to say this but this book did not live up to the first two.

1 – I felt like some parts were kind of slow and dragged on. The book was quite long so it really could have been cut down a considerable amount.

2- A lot of the lines were overused. I can’t even begin to count how many times someone used a “vulgar gesture” or “mate.” It would have been better to just start leaving it out after it was used a couple times or use something else instead.

In the end, the book did have some great parts that still made it earn 4 stars out of 5 from me. I love Rhys and Feyre’s relationship as well as the friendships within the night court, and the humor sprinkled throughout the book. I am currently reading book #3.1 A Court of Frost and Starlight. I plan on starting Sarah J. Maas’s other series – Throne of Glass. This series is definitely well worth reading despite this book not being as strong as the 2nd.

“And I wondered if the road ahead – the road to true peace – would perhaps be the hardest and longest one yet.”

Page 689, A Court of Wings and Ruin

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Have you read this series? How did you feel about the 3rd book compared to the others? Have you read Throne of Glass? Which series did you think was better?

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What I am currently reading

The Rest of the Story by Sarah Dessen
Sarah Dessen has seriously been one of my favorite authors since middle school. This book so far seems like the perfect summertime read – with a balance of romance, seriousness, and lightheartedness.
Marked by P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast
I saw good things about this book but I’m not entirely impressed with it. I am not sure if I will continue with the story after this – it really depends on if the rest of the book entices me.

What I recently finished

A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas

You know how much I have been LOVING this series lately. But I hate to say that this 3rd book did not live up to the 2nd book. It was still excellent but I have a few qualms with it. That’s why . I decided to read The Rest of the Story before finishing this series and reading A Court of Frost and Starlight.

Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell

I enjoyed this cute audiobook! You can check out my full review.

What I am reading next

The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine
I was on hold for this audiobook from my library and I just got it! Definitely looking forward to it.
A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
I know I put this on last week but definitely going to get to it!
The Selection by Kiera Cass
I plan to start this series for a book battle! I’ve heard really good things.

I have been in an Asian Drama/movie slump since May BUT I have started to watch again! So I will include my updates in this post too.

What I am currently watching

Toumei na Yurikago (JP)
I found this drama on a list of Slice of Life-type dramas. It’s about a girl in nursing school who starts working at an OBGYN clinic where she has the opportunity to see life and death. It’s really interesting and emotional! Also – only 10 episodes so it was a good drama to get myself back in the groove of things.

What I recently finished watching

Office (KR)
Honestly, I was not impressed with this movie. I was so confused about what was going on.
[SPOILER:] my fiance interpreted it as the boss killed himself then possessed the worker girl? It just was not clear at all and all over the place.

What I am watching next

Shoplifters (JP)
I have been planning to watch this movie for so long that I just have to do it! It has won awards and has received a lot of praise.
Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu (JP)
I saw this list on a list for top rated Heisei era dramas and decided to give it a try next!

REVIEW: A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas

“Not consort, not wife. Feyre is High Lady of the Night Court.” My equal in every way,”

Page 620, A Court of Mist and Fury
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
Format: ebook
Genre: Fantasy, YA
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Synopsis

The 2nd book in the “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series picks up with Feyre reliving her nightmares from Under the Mountain while living in the Spring Court. Tamlin has confined her to the house and property out of being overprotective and she is planning her wedding with the help of Ignathe, a high priestess. When the wedding day finally comes, Feyre is wearing a dress she hates and is hesitating completely going to Tamlin to say their vows. In her head she is screaming for someone to save her – so, right on time Rhysand shows up to take her for a week as condition of their bargain. Feyre is resistant at first while in the Night Court but when she goes back to the Spring Court, she realizes that Tamlin does not try to understand what is going on with her. The last thing she wants is to be locked up for her safety – but Tamlin does not listen to her. The last straw was when Tamlin shielded her into the palace and she was so upset Rhysand set his cousin, Mor, to take her back to the Night Court. He gives her a choice to stay in the Night Court of go back to the Spring Court whenever she wants. Which begins her adventures with the Night Court.

Review

At this point, I am about halfway through with the 3rd book. So far – this has to be my favorite book in the series. I read it constantly and finished it in 5 days. There isn’t a moment of down time. the author beautifully shows Feyre and Rhysand’s relationship blossom and you can immediately tell how different it is between them compared to Feyre and Tamlin. How Rhysand is so patient to wait for her to come around and treats her like an equal. There are also some very steamy scenes 😉.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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What I am currently reading

Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell
This book is reminiscent of an adorable 80’s love story that makes jokes that crack me up and makes me smile like I’m crazy. It is just such a cute book so far!
A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
You guys already KNOW how OBSESSED with this series I am right now. I finished the 2nd book this weekend and am working through book 3. Such an amazing series. If you have been holding out on it – GO READ IT NOW.

What I recently finished reading

11 Birthdays by Wendy Mass & A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas

I read 11 birthdays for a challenge I am doing and it was only okay – I think because it’s a bit too young for me.

A Court of Mist and Fury is (so far) my favorite book in the A Court of Thorns and Roses series and I can’t wait to write a review on it!

what I am reading next

A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
You know I have to finish this series.
Marked by P. C. Cast and Kristin Cast
This is my next audiobook from the library! I see it has a lot of love around this series so I am excited!