Fairydale

Infinity stars. I am blown away by how incredible this book was. Fairydale will always have a permanent place in my heart.How do I even write a review that will properly express how Fairydale made me feel?Not only that, but it is hard to do so without spoiling the story and I truly believe you have to go in blind. I did, and I am so grateful for it. I think it made the experience that much more enjoyable. I had no idea what was going to happen next at any point, and I was continuously blown away. I was working overtime highlight probably at least half of this book easily.Veronica wrote a MAGICAL story. I can say with 100% confidence I will never read a book quite like this one again. This is truly a one-of-a-kind story. I read A LOT, and I have never read anything like this before. You know it's good when you can't stop telling people IRL how much you love the book you're currently reading and already order the physical copy before you even finish.I couldn't put it down. Every moment had me fully consumed. I felt every emotion so deeply. There were tears in my eyes from joy, sadness and most importantly the love these two have. Nothing, I repeat nothing, can hold a candle to what these two characters share. This is beyond anything you have ever seen, imagined or read.If you love a strong fmc, the MOST protective mmc that will burn the entire world to ashes, and a love so deep in transcends time, you have to read Fairydale.Everything that happens is strategic. There are so many plot twists and moments both big and small that have such importance. Sometimes you don't understand until later but trust me, everything comes together.I really love the messages Veronica wove into Fairydale. The acceptance these two have for each other of their truest self, especially the MMC, just warmed my heart. I literally felt like my heart was going to explode. I have never teared up from so much emotion whether it be good or bad in my life while reading a book I don't think.This story really was everything and more. You just need to experience it for yourself. The fact that this book is not talked about more is criminal and I will do everything I can to get people to experience this story because it so unique.Fairydale quite literally had every single trope and even microtropes that I LOVE in a romance. I was constantly amazed by what was happening. I didn't even care that this book was long because I was so invested and I could have kept reading more. When I finished, I didn't want it to be over. I want more of them, but I am so happy with their ending. I got more than I could have even hoped or imagined. These two go through so much pain and heartache that they deserved a happy ending so badly.It is safe to say this is now one of my top reads of the year and truly one of my favorite books ever. I just know I will be forever searching for books that have this vibe and make me feel like this did although I doubt I will find it.I just want to consume everything Veronica has ever written if it is even remotely like Fairydale. Her writing was magnificent.I immersive read this and the narrators, both the male and female, did an outstanding job. I highly recommend listening to it.Just do yourself a favor and take this as a sign to give Fairydale a chance and trust the process. Things don't make sense until later, but everything comes together so beautifully and there was so much meaning and depth to this story that I will never forget. This is one of those books I will accept zero criticism on. Absolute perfection. I will never forget these characters.

Overall this was a 4 stars.I apologize if this is a super rambley review, I just spewed out everything little thing that popped into my head about this book.There were moments that I loved and I was completely invested and then there were moments where I was pulled completely out of the story.I will say this book definitely felt like more of a vibe book. There are some people, some story lines, that are just left hanging. And I'll get into that a little later in the review.So going into this, I really liked the set up. The set up of this mysterious town, mysterious people, weird occurrences. Is it witches, ghosts, past life, vampires, time travel, what is happening? I loved it all. And all while she, Darcy, learns that her biological father has died and she now stands to inherit a little bit of his money. Then there is a man named Caleb that she is pulled to but there's also the man she's dreaming about Amon. All this I was on board with and I loved.Then the Elizabeth time line, another section that I was super invested in. At this point I kind of guessed what the main mystery was.Even the start of the Sela story line I was interested in. I wasn't loving this one as much though. It was my least favorite of the three time lines.Now here are some things that bugged me. They are spoiler-y, at least some of them are, so it'll all be behind the spoiler tag.SPOILERS*********First off, the story line that got me into the story, bio dad dies, Darcy has to stay in town for a certain amount of time to get the money, etc. It's dropped for the most part at around 150 pages. There are 3 deaths of the people who hurt/harassed/bothered Darcy and after the initial cop interaction, it's not mentioned for 100-ish pages. These were big things and except for one or two small mentions it's completely dropped. We don't even see Vaughn and the Pierce family again, except for a brief mention near the very end where they were killed off page.We never hear about her friend that she roomed with from the school she use to teach at, again except for 1 or 2 phone calls at the beginning and then nothing for the rest of the book.There was one moment where Darcy is wanting to try her powers out and see if she can heal a dead/dying rat. So she grabs quite a few from the downstairs kitchen. She even mentions that some are poisoned. So after she's done with one rat she gives that poisoned rat to Mr. Meow, the cat that is connected to her. But it's poisoned. At that point she doesn't know what Mr. Meow is and whether he can survive poison rats if he eats them.Despite those things I have listed I was enjoying this book. It was still a solid 4.5 stars. Up until the...aliens? I think. Sela and Amon are from a different realm/planet. When they leave that realm/planet they come to ours to try and start a new life away from the people who want to kill them.This completely took me out. So much so that I stopped reading this for about 2 weeks.Then something that really bugged me, they've been together for a couple thousand years. They should know each other REALLLYYY well at this point. But Sela is still having thoughts that make it seem like she just recently met him. She would ask these questions in her head that she should know the answer to because she's been with him for 2,000 years! It bothered me a lot.There was a Buffy/Angelus fic I read (and loved) that had Buffy and Angelus together for a thousand years and how they knew everything about each other, what they would do in most situations, it was so well done and I was wanting something like that for Sela/Amon but it wasn't there during those moments. </spoiler>*******End of spoilersHowever, despite those issues, the last 80-ish pages got me right back into the story and I loved how it ended.Overall I had a good time with this. I recommend if you do read it, go into it expecting vibes, don't get too hung up on the little details and plot points that end up going no where.

I like demon and horror fiction but not romance so much so I am getting my biases out of the way.first, the bad stuff: Sex is fine in a story, especially a romance one, but less is more, and it gets a little kinky and weird in places. I think there are too many sex scenes and while a lot of the are written well, it gets in the way of the fantastic story.another weak point: I think the story has too many folds and beats to make it as entertaining as it otherwise would be. you could take out about half the twists and components of the main plot and not really lose much literary value and could probably actually gain some.third in the bad column: none of the surprises in the story were surprises for me and when they are revealed I'm pretty much "of course that's the way it goes"and even things that wre supposed to be big revveals really aren't.fourth: the middle of the sotry kind of lags and in the three-act structure, acts 1 and 3 vastly overshadow chapter 2 which is a bit of a slog.fifth and final but a petty one: It tells the story in the present tense, which I personally hate.with all these problems I mentioned, you may wonder why I rated it as good as I did. The story and gothic fantasy and horror elements are really good. also, the male lead is not an abusive jerk like they often are in romance novels and that is something I always want to reward. Additionally beyond the romantic angle that this story sell sitself on, the story is good even in just the intrigue and backstabbing portions which are my bread and butter for a good book. This is also a story with a witch angle that does it well, which is not something I can sayfor most witch-adjacent storiesso overall, a decent book that has a bit too much sex and is a bit too long, also failing in many areas of foreshadowing, but an okay read, not particularly good or bad and a definite read you will enjoy, though you will probably find it flawed.

I absolutely recommend getting the physical copy of this book and reading it!For the first 200 pages, I was literally like what the heck is going on-In between putting the book down this book haunted my dreams it consumed my thoughts!It definitely is a story that will imprint itself on you!I very much enjoyed the journey it takes you on. It’s a bit of a mind-boggling book and totally worth reading.Would absolutely recommend!I had a couple of ink stains in the book, but it still was readable.Act three wasn’t as good as act too however, the whole wild journey of the book is quite amazing and I 100% recommend reading it - I will not be putting any spoilers in this comment!- but the book made me swoony towards the characters.Veronica Lancet out did it with the journey you are taken on in this book!

THIS WAS PHENOMENAL! Immediately adding it to my favorites! It’s dark, atmospheric, incredibly romantic, UNIQUE as heck, strange & filled with mystery. I’m beyond obsessed with how layered this plot is with the three timelines over centuries and a sweeping, romantic love that is truly an “I’ll love you in every lifetime” kinda love. But also…an absolutely wild ride as it takes you through a fever-dream like journey with reveal after reveal that has you turning pages and wondering what the heck is happening. But once the story clicks, it’s freaking unreal and impossible to put down. I think going in blind makes the experience even better because when you think you know…it surprises you again. This one touched my soul and I will think about it forever🥹

Fairydale was captivating from the start. It is a gothic paranormal historical romance that takes place over multiple timelines and follows multiple POVs.Darcy, our FMC, is an English Teacher who was an orphan in her childhood and learns of her biological father's passing. In order to receive her inheritance she must travel to Fairydale to attend his funeral. But upon arrival to Fairydale she starts to realize everything is not as it seems. Not only is the town and its inhabitants strange and obviously hiding something but she starts to have strange dreams of a man who lived long ago.Amon, our MMC, is the epitome of "touch her and die". Not only is he obsessed but his level of yearning is what I want from every love interest moving forward.I know for most people the size of this book was been off putting but the love story that spans across time with the paranormal and horror elements will keep you intrigued the whole way through. I will admit the middle starts to slow down but as everything starts to unfold the sheer size becomes worth it.Thank you to Netgalley and Atria Books for the arc.

Fairydale is a beautifully woven tale of mystery, fantasy and love eternal. It’s a story of souls both old and new, past and present, alive and moved on. It gave me everything I needed because it had so many wonderful elements to it. From paranormal to hints of historical and then right on into fantasy, it was an exquisite book and one I can’t wait to reread..We open with the pure of heart Darcy, who after being orphaned at a young age by her mother, discovers at 24 that her father has passed away. She’s asked to come to Fairydale where she needs to be present for the reading of the will for a man she never knew existed. Darcy has always dreamt of a life of traveling and living but being raised by nuns she’s never had the luxury of an exciting life, she’s decides this is her chance to finally ‘live’ and see what Fairydale has to offer..From the moment Darcy arrives in Fairydale strange things begin to happen and she soon finds that there are those who wish to do her harm and those who wish to use her, the question is who are they and how far are they willing to go. One thing is for certain she feels a calling to this small town and her soul yearns to understand the town’s secrets as well as her own..This book has layers upon layers of mystery and I absolutely loved trying to figure out every twist and turn. It had so many of my favorite tropes but due to spoilers they will remain nameless 😆 Was is a slow burn? Yes. Was is worth it? Also yes.. the love story in this book was sigh and swoon worthy. The devotion and dedication to each other was everything thing you’d want in a gothic romance..This was also my first of Veronica’s work and I have to say that there wasn’t a single thing wrong with this book for me other than I wanted MORE because I was not ready to leave these beautiful souls. Yes almost 1,000 pages and I still wanted more lol. That’s literally it lol if she wrote another book for these soul mates I would devour it and still probably ask for more.

Ummmm… what in the 700+ pages and 31 hours of audio did I just experience over the last 3 weeks of my life?I genuinely considered DNFing Fairydale multiple times—but somehow, every time I got close to quitting, something pulled me right back in. Whether it was my own need to see how the chaos unraveled or the author’s knack for dropping just enough intrigue to keep me invested, I kept going.This is a dark gothic historical romance with heavy paranormal, horror, and fantasy elements, told across three separate storylines that constantly jump between timelines and POVs. That structure alone made it difficult to stay fully grounded—especially during the first 60% of the book. I found myself reading just a few chapters a day, struggling to connect deeply with the characters. But once I passed that point, the pacing picked up and I devoured the second half in a couple of days.That said, this book is long—and not just in page count. The narrative feels stretched in places, with too much time spent on smaller, less relevant details, and not enough on areas that really needed more depth or clarification. There were some plot points I really wanted the author to explore further, but can’t get into without major spoilers.The writing itself felt somewhat unpolished, and the book could’ve benefitted from tighter editing. It’s one of the longest books I’ve ever finished—and while I’m glad I stuck with it, I don’t see myself revisiting it again. It felt like a long walk for a small glass of water: satisfying in the end, but not quite worth the trek a second time.As for the audiobook, I used Whispersync with Kindle and listened to narrators Rylee Kuberra and Christian Gilliland. They did a decent job overall, but some key emotional scenes fell a little flat and lacked the intensity the story demanded.If you enjoy dark academia meets gothic fantasy with complex timelines and a hauntingly eerie atmosphere, Fairydale may be worth the time investment—but go in knowing it’s a slow burn in every sense of the word.

I absolutely loved this book. I'm sorry Rowan, but Amon is on a totally different league.What a man!I absolutely recommend this book, I loved every moment.

I have not read it but the book is beautiful and arrived in perfect condition.

Loved this book. What a wild ride. There are three different time periods in the book and I thought Veronica did an excellent job of weaving them together without it becoming convoluted. I enjoyed the pacing of world building and plot points. Sometimes it can feel like an information dump and I get bored of the world building if it is all at once but I think it was spread out nicely throughout the book. I also enjoyed the pacing of information because I didn't have enough pieces to predict the ending right away which I often spoil books for myself by predicting the ending right away. I enjoyed that you did not know who was the villian/ who she could trust right off the bat. It definitely has a lot going on but I don't think it is unnecessarily complicated. Loved the romance/love story and the added mystery surrounding the events made for a wonderful ride. The two main characters will live in my heart forever. I absolutely adored them.

The blurb that was shown was just the tip of the iceberg 🧊. At first this will seem like a normal inheritance book where she will meet her love of her life but NO! It is more than that! This book has the best plot twist ever! I have been searching for a book to be obsessed with for so many years. BUT I FINALLY FOUND THE ONE!!!!!Darcy goes to a town called Fairydale. I love the name itself! The town has the perfect vibe I could ask for, small? check, cozy but chilling? check, less amount of people? check, has a castle that upon looking gives goosebump but fascinating? check. These are all subjective, that's how I imagined the town. And I LOVED IT!!I was freaking immersed in the world, it was addicting, when you read it will feel very modern and contemporary but that is just the beginning. Darcy getting an invite to Fairydale was just a bait to make her go there.Writing a review for this book is so hard because I feel like I will spoil it. Because you should read this book without knowing anything, that is the best way!!!I just wish the book never ended, it was not enough. I want to read more about him. The way he talks is oof 💕✨Here's some of the things he said - 💖"You called for me""Your soul called for me. So make your wish. What is it you want, ****** mine""How could I want anyone else when I am only because you are? I exist for you just as I exist because of you.He was so so obsessed and whipped for her, that he even waited for her for very long time. He took so many risks and his eyes was only set on her from the very beginning. He was not only flirting with her but also with me, she was falling for him and me too. The fact that he is not real is making me cry.I can read this book over and over again and I will never get tired of it. This book which is more than normal length of books and its still not enough for me! The writing style is beyond amazing, easy but magnificant. Veronica did this so beautifully, the setting, the vibes, the feelings, the chemistry between the characters, the romance, the plot. Veronica delivered this beautifully!This is not a normal love story which you are familiar with, this is a love story which defies war, society's disapproval, deaths . . .This the love story which will show you what destiny or fate is, what true love really means, what loving a person means, he is the prime example of if he wanted to he would . . .He respects her, he trusts her, values her opinion, this is a bare minimum, right? but it doesn't hurt to appreciate it. The way he loves her is . . . .💞 *takes a long breath*He communicates and always explains if anything goes wrong, he never leaves the room for her to misunderstand him. You will never doubt his love for her, he always expresses what he thinks. He will loose his mind if something happens to her.She trust him so much, that she went against her mother, family, society, there are many more but I wanted to write spoiler free review as I said you should read this book without knowing anything ❤This is an EPIC LOVE STORY.

There is 30 pages missing from the middle and instead first two chapters are printed twice!! Returning!