Readers on Goodreads and The StoryGraph have praised the book for its:
: A resilient mortal woman who has spent her life in the shadow of the fae. In this book, she transitions from a captive to a player in a much larger, divine game. Of Ash and Embers by Jenna Wolfhart PDF
: The introduction of new lore regarding the gods and the history of the fae kingdoms adds significant depth. Readers on Goodreads and The StoryGraph have praised
The story picks up immediately after the events of book one. Tessa Baran finds herself trapped in the dungeons of Albyria, cursed to marry the wicked King Oberon—a fate that would bind her to her enemy forever. Her only escape might lie in the very person who betrayed her trust: Kalen Denare, the Mist King. The story picks up immediately after the events of book one
: Kalen’s loyal warriors, including Niamh and Alastair, who play a more significant role as the scope of the war expands. Critical Reception