A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas

Rating: 3.75 stars Spice Level: 3 stars Genre: Romantacy

Trigger Warnings: Graphic Torture and Death Depictions, Sexual Abuse

In A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), Maas introduces her readers to a fantasy world that has been divided into two realms: the magical and the non-magical. ACOTAR follows Feyre, a human woman who, out of necessity, has had to become the sole provider for her family. Feyre is taken to the magical realm after unknowingly killing a High Fae whilst hunting to feed her family. In the magical realm of Prythian where the lands are divided into multiple courts, Feyre finds herself under the protection of the Spring Court and its master, Tamlin, High Lord of the Spring Court. There she uncovers a new history of the division between the human and Fae realms and falls in love with the land, its people, and her new master. Throughout ACOTAR, the reader uncovers Feyre’s insecurities, fears, and her fiercest desire to protect those she loves. Feyre’s wit, determination, and love carry her through many trials and challenges in Prythian. Maas creates a relatable and captivating heroine readers find themselves rooting for time and time again. Feyre battles demons in both the physical and emotional sense as the story progresses. Maas explores the lengths people will go to protect those they love. Maas spends a decent amount of time on world building and character development during this first installment of this five book (so far) series. If you are an enjoyer of high fantasy and romance — affectionately, Romantasy — add ACOTAR to your binge-worthy TBR list.