Of Mist and Shadow
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Of Mist and Shadow

When the vicious fae king catches Tessa stealing his powerful gemstones, he demands a cruel punishment. She must leave her family and friends behind and become his future human bride. Tessa has never stepped foot inside the glittering fae city until now-no mortal is allowed. There, things are far more monstrous than she ever dreamed. King Oberon humiliates her, terrorizes her, and threatens those she loves. But when she escapes, someone far worse finds her. The lethal Mist King, the enemy fae who trapped her people beneath the reign of King Oberon in the first place. The one who destroyed human cities and watched them burn. He takes her captive and then offers her a deal. Become the first mortal to kill a fae king, and he will free her people. But the mists beyond the kingdom walls are dangerous, ruthless, and mesmerizing...and so is he. As Tessa fights her growing desire, she must make a choice. Her dagger can kill only one fae. Which king will it be?
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Reviews

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June@bookedbyjune
4 stars
Aug 14, 2023

I can't say this was a book that really captivated me but it was well written. I liked the characters but I felt like I couldn't trust anyone, the plot and world building were really good and I found myself getting invested in this book as it went along. I'm not sure if I loved it or if I will read the second book but I did enjoy it enough to finish it

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June@readinginafrica
3.5 stars
May 2, 2023

I can't say this was a book that really captivated me but it was well written. I liked the characters but I felt like I couldn't trust anyone, the plot and world building were really good and I found myself getting invested in this book as it went along. I'm not sure if I loved it or if I will read the second book but I did enjoy it enough to finish it

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Lauryn Page@laurynpage
4 stars
Feb 11, 2023

0/5 🌶️

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Yasmin Giudetti@ymg
5 stars
Feb 6, 2023

** spoiler alert ** This is my first book read from this author but I honestly couldn’t put it down! *slight spoilers* Although my emotions felt like they took a beating (midnight 💔) and at times I felt like I was holding my breath in anticipation while my eyes couldn’t read quick enough to find out what was going to happen next I loved this book! From the characters to the world building, plot and sexual tension (although I would’ve been happy for a little more spice 🔥 but that’s just my personal preference) and cannot wait until book 2 is released!! I’m secretly holding out for Kalen and Tessa to be end game ♥️🤞🏼

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Alison James@alisonejames
5 stars
Aug 12, 2022

The beginning of the book instantly captured my attention from the first line. I like how the book started in the middle of action that showed the main character and the world she lives in, not just a slow world building start. It jumped right into the action. I love fantasy books about Fae and this is no different. I loved it! It was fast paced and full of action. I love Tessa because from the start she is confident and sure of herself. A lot of books like this start with the character being docile and shy, and some incident sparking them to become more strong and powerful. But Tessa starts that way from the very beginning. I am so upset because of the ending with the mist king. I need answers!!! There were so many twists right at the ending. I am dying to read the second book!

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Chloë@northchloe
2 stars
Dec 20, 2023
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Hadley van Geest@tweetybum
5 stars
May 1, 2023
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Charlie @charlielikesbooks
3.5 stars
Sep 16, 2022
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Frida-Marie Hagen@fmhest
5 stars
Sep 11, 2022
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Lucija @beegees
3 stars
Sep 9, 2022
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Kendra Brown@kendrabrown12
3.5 stars
Aug 20, 2022
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Ashley Hernandez@ashleyavalanche
3.5 stars
Aug 18, 2022
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Jessica smith@jsmith3214
4 stars
Aug 17, 2022
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A Freckled Bookwyrm@afreckledbookwyrm
5 stars
Mar 25, 2024
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karrington pease @karr
3 stars
Jul 24, 2023
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shelby mosel@shelbymosel
5 stars
Jun 28, 2023
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Jessica Gerrard @ms_garviel
4 stars
Mar 17, 2023
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Hayley Sarra@jellofish580
5 stars
Mar 5, 2023
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Yasmin Giudetti@ymg
5 stars
Feb 6, 2023
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Mikala Mawer@mikalastbr
3 stars
Feb 6, 2023
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Alice Jane@alicejand
4 stars
Jan 26, 2023
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DeoDone Gous@ddg_booked
5 stars
Dec 28, 2022
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DeoDone Gous@deodone
5 stars
Nov 2, 2022
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Amber Johnson@cursebreakerbooks
5 stars
Oct 22, 2022

Highlights

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Henrietta Duffey @hd_mae

Strong hands wrapped around my shoulders, kneading them. My eyes flipped open, and his face was right there. Only two inches from mine. Our breaths mingled in the mists.

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The tension!