Ironside: A Modern Faerie Tale, Book 2

Love the series

I didn't read Valiant so I didn't get some of tie ins at first, but that didn't effect the storyline so I barely noticed when I read it the first time. I loved Tithe and kept putting off reading the sequel in fear I would dislike it. I don't think Ironside is as good as Tithe, but I think it is definitely worth a read. It goes a bit deeper into the darker side (if you can imagine a darker side) of the faery world.

Enjoyed all the characters coming together & working together. And as usual with Holly, nice twists that you’re not expecting.

Out of all three of the books in the Modern Faerie Tale series this last one was my favorite. I really liked the way the second book, Valient, was weaved into this story. There was a lot more emotion in this book and this time I really felt it. Every single character was going through a personal battle and it just added to the tension of the story (in a good way)The only thing that I didn't like was the fact that I know Roiben likes Kaye and I know Kaye like Roiben but they both seem to miss the boat on that information. When they're together there doesn't seem to be a lot of passion between them and according to Ravus in the 2nd book faeries are very passionate when loving someone. I don't know, I just would have liked some heat between them or something that really showed the chemistry they have and the passion they felt for one another. I kind of think Corny did better at portraying that in his relationship than Kaye and Roiben did.This book just had an altogether better vibe to it. Everything just seemed to fall into place better than the other 2 books and none of it really seemed forced. I think Holly kind of left it open for a 4th book if she so desires. There are a few relationships and situations left open...like: Roiben and his sister's (Ethine) relationship; what happens with Talathain (b/c he's clearly pissed and not happy about the outcome of things); and what happens with Roiben and his new place in the Faerie world...how does that all work out. I don't know if that's the plan for later on or if this was just it but I DO know that if there is another book....I will be reading it too.

So, I read Tithe and Valiant, and I am half-way through with Ironside. I'm not going to comment about the storyline; what strikes me most is that this is marketed as "teen" fiction. While the characters are teen (as well as the angst, plot, etc.) I wouldn't want my teenagers reading it. I'm not a prude, but the casual placement of "gag balls" and the mention of "fetish parties" really left me ..... well, feeling like the author did it for shock value.

While the third book in the series, this is the true sequel of Tithe, picking up shortly after it left off. Some of the characters from Valiant are pretty much abandoned and forgotten about (which was disappointing), while others are brought in and team up with Kaye and Corny.Roiben is finally crowned King of the Unseelie Court, but his celebration is to be halted. The Queen of the Seelie Court as determined to take both courts, and use Kaye against him any way she can. In the meantime, Kaye is determined to prove her love and loyalty to Roiben, taking up an impossible quest which prevents her from being with him until completed. Many plots intertwine as the Faeries of the opposing courts go to war. And then theres Ironside, where all the cast out Faeries live, seperated from the Courts in the City.Definitly an amazing sequel to Tithe, and in fact, one could skip Valiant altogether and not lose out on Kaye's story. But I would recommend reading all three anyways! I love the entire series and can onlu hope there will be more to come!

I really like this series. It's dark, it's gritty. Death happens. Unfortunate things happen. And people struggle. But they also survive and do well for themselves sometimes. I wish there was more about Rath Roiben Rye and Kaye though, just in general. I would love to explore his past, and their future a lot more.

I loved this series by Holly Black! It really puts you in mind that fairy and ogres and other imaginary things can really exist. The story tells of Kaye coming to terms with with being one of the folk and having to choose of the life that she thought was hers and the life that she was expected to lead. You do have to read the other two books in order to understand the outcome of this book. But I am positive you won't be disappointed. I do think it's a bit mature for maybe a 10 year old. But this series of 3 books is great! I really enjoyed them and read them all in a matter of 5 days!

Enter the fascinating, but dangerous and tricky world of the Fae and let yourself be put a spell on. It was truly amazing being able to know and understand characters that were mentioned in the trilogy of the Cruel Prince. Do not miss the opportunity to get to know them on a deeper level.

You are the only thing I have that is neither duty nor obligation, the only thing I chose for myself. The only thing I want.🌿Yet another amazing work by Holly and the perfect ending to the series. I adored reading this and then the lament of lootie loo? Adorable! She definitely stole the show!🌿I'm gonna miss this series. It was simply amazing and an absolute joy to read. I highly recommend this whole series 💕

I love faerie stories that show faeries as they really are, and Holly Black has really done her research; the characters in these books are wonderful and beautifully written and the folk are shown in their true light, alien, whimsical, and powerfully cruel. Such a good read when I was a teenager and still a diverting and refreshing re-read now.

I totally adored it. Witty and fun, i couldn't stop reading it. I really wanted the story to continue, but still. A very good ending to the Modern Faerie Tales.

Estoy contentísima de haber recibido este producto. Me encanta la edición, quería esta en concreto y no ninguna de las otras. ES fantástica. Grande, bonita... lo tiene todo.