The biggest thing I have to say about this book is that it’s entirely skippable. It’s a novella meant to be read as a companion between books 3 and 4 in the series but, to me, it seems like pure fan service. Don’t get me wrong. I love Rhysand and Feyre as much as the next guy but… I also like plot.
Anyway, let’s get to it.
What I Liked:
👍 I absolutely devour every peek into that incredible love between Rhysand and Feyre and this was the sweetest it’s been. They’re just perfect.
👍 It does help bridge the gap between the horrors of the war and returning to a normal life. I’ve already started reading the next book and I think if I hadn’t read this one I would be stunned by how quickly they all just moved on with their lives.
👍Feyre’s healing process is always written so beautifully.
What I Did Not Like:
👎 Here’s where I know I’m in for it. But Cassion’s POV. I DO like that the author does a great job at separating voice with POV but Cassion and Nesta… are meant to remain secondary characters IMO. DO NOT COME FOR ME #acotar FANS! I know what I’m saying is sacrilege to some of you but these are just my opinions. I LIKE Nesta. I LOVE Cassian. But hearing from THEIR perspectives is just too… moody for me. And not in the charming way of moody #Rhysand has.
👎 It’s a Christmas story. Like a one act Christmas tale focused on the holiday and family and love. I half expected Nesta’s heart to “grow three sizes” that day.
All in all, I’m ranking it lower than the other books in the series simply because it wasn’t necessary. But if you love these characters and want more of them, give it a read.
Author A. N. Horton 
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