Book 2 in The Fate of Crowns series.  I was really looking forward to reading this book as book 1 was absolutely fantastic, but for me it fell a tad short of my expectations.  The writing was excellent and certainly kept me interested from beginning to end but somehow it didn't excite me as much as book 1.

Winter didn't seem as strong as she did in book one until the very end when she made the decision to go into battle and for a Young Adult book, as a 17 year old having the attention of three men didn't seem wise for me.

Cedric, I believe has many secrets he is still harbouring and Blaise I don't think has fully revealed himself.  

Hopefully in book 3 we will get many more answers.

Thanks to Victory Editing Netgalley Co-op for the opportunity to read and review this book.

I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

After devouring the previous book, I was definitely excited to dive into this sequel. That being said The Princess of Nothing was interesting in it's own way but definitely had some anticlimactic parts to it as well. For example, I knew there was something odd about Cedric in the first book so it wasn't a shock or anything when something was revealed about him.

Then there's Winter who seems to make terrible decisions all over again. Just like in the first book. Yet, I get it at the same time. She is definitely dealing with a lot of stuff in this book. Probably more than the first book and her anxiety attacks aren't helping either. Don't get me wrong, she is a strong and confident but I feel like she is too dependent at the same time.

I did love some of the decisions she was making in this book and I was happy that she was acting more like a Queen in certain situations. It just wasn't enough because for some reason she felt like she needed a Cedric by her side no matter what. There was no love between them even if he had a crush or whatever on her. There's obviously something going on between her and Blaise but nothing really happens.

If there's another book I would love for her to be a Queen and a Queen alone. Yes, people have stated that she needs a King by her side for the good of the Kingdom.. but what if that doesn't happen and she rules by herself? I think that would make an interesting book.

In the end, the ending was just okay for me. I wasn't expecting much with this being a sequel in everything.. but it didn't wow me or anything either.

Thanks to Rebecca L. Garcia and the publisher for providing an eARC of The Fate of Crowns in exchange for an honest review via NetGalley.

The Fates of Crowns Series is for fans of Holly Black and SJM! If you're looking for your next fix, it starts here with Rebecca L. Garcia. 

Sometimes when book one of a series is phenomenal, I'm always very critical of the sequel. The reason for that is because an author has the monumental job of making the next book just as good, if not better, than the first. There's been so many examples in the YA industry where sequels have fallen incredibly short of the mark, so I'm so pleased to be able to say that "Queen of Nothing' exceeded my expectations on every front and has obtained a higher rating than I initially gave 'The Fate of Crowns' (book 1). 

This book features Faeries, magic, Sorcerers, political intrigue, buddying romance, but also very human emotions, fantastic character growth and development, and such stunningly raw relatability. This series is every YA fantasy reader’s wet dream!
 
The writing continued to be absolutely top tier. I'm not normally one for first person narration, but Garcia has only just gone to prove that there are fantastic examples out there for me. 

I had a few issues with pacing discrepancies throughout the first book, but this time... my god! I was kept on the edge of my seat from the get go! Initially that was a problem for me in the last book, but I think that was because I didn't know Winter (our MC) all that well, and because I have had the previous book's adventure to get to know her, the fast paced drive of this book didn't overwhelm me at all.

Winter as a character had initially annoyed me in the first book. I thought she was naïve and annoyingly stubborn, but she displayed so much growth throughout that novel, and she only continued that journey for herself in this book.

Now having this book released, I would 100% recommended this book and series as your next YA read

Fast paced and full of action this book takes off straight from the first book. 
Winter has grown and evolved into the queen she needs to be for her kingdom. I loved this book and felt it was an amazing follow on from the first book in the series. 
The writing was perfect and kept just enough tension throughout the whole book as well as amazing character development. You don’t get a chance to catch your breath as the story takes every twist and turn you can imagine. 
Amazing book and I can’t wait to see where this season will go next.

This book was a great sequel! It follows the main character as she continues to  figure out who she is, and how to help her country. This story is filled with magic and adventure. The characters are great, and I love the world that the author has built, and the magic in the story.

This novel was a great sequel to the first novel in the series. Winter has more adventures, many which will have an impact in trying to regain her crown from her cousin. Winter has to do things she would rather not, but sometimes you have to plan the game to gather information and keep yourself alive. Winter is involved with three men, Kiros, Cedric, and Blaise, each having their own person interest in Winter. One she betrays and lies to, another frustrates her, but yet she desires him, and another she wants to love. Each relationship she has plays a significant role in the novel, for she needs each of them in different ways to achieve her goal. But their is more at stack than Winter knows, and as she discovers the truths, she has an even greater role to play than just trying to regain her kingdom.
I received this novel from net galley and the publisher as an ARC. Thank you! All thoughts and opinions are my own,

This book was a lot better than what I thought it was going to be! I was not sure about it but decided to give it a chance and I am so glad I did. I really enjoyed the main characters and the plot line was full of adventure. I will be recommending this book to all of my friends.

I was excited to read this second book in this series, after reading the first book I couldn’t wait to find out what happens to Winter. This book was filled with adventure, romance, and deception. Now that winter is headed back home, I’m ready for book three to see what happens between her, Blaise, and Cedric.

DNF @ 35%. I wanted a lot more from this sequel. I liked the idea of the first one but was hoping to see a lot more growth and development in this second installment, both in terms of character and writing. Unfortunately I found this to be too young for my taste. Perhaps other audiences will enjoy it more.

This book was received as an ARC from Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.

This book reminded me a lot of A Court of Fire and Ruins and Red Queen. Being in an arranged marriage and captured by the kingsmen threatened for your magic and life unless you marry the prince. One event after the other just made this book all the more interesting to read and this is definitely a step in the right direction for the latest YA Fantasy genre. This book just proves why I love this genre so much and everyday I share a title or two with our patrons especially our new ones that come in that love YA. This is definitely another book I will add to my recommendation list.

We will consider adding this title to our YA collection at our library. That is why we give this book 5 stars.

ARC received from The Next Step PR. Voluntarily reviewing and all opinions are objective and my own. 

I was cautious getting into this one, for my dislike of the first book. I wanted to like it, but I found it too boring. But this one...this one is anything but!!! Holy crap, this is fantastic!! 

It was slow for the first 20is percent, but once it hit that mark it took off and I read it across two sittings. The political, royal war and politics is so intriguing as the character works toward her crown, is captured, and uses politics and alliances to get back her crown. Adventure and intrigue at every turn! 

The author sure knows how to create a male character. Why have one when you can have three?! The romance in this one warmed my romance-needing heart, and let’s not forget about the level of angst scattered throughout.  First, Cedric returns. I enjoyed him in book 1 and did hope to see more of him. Who he turns out to be had my jaw dropping. I really like his character in this one and he makes for the sweetest hero in the romance. Then Kiros. While wrapped up in a horrible court, the author did a wonderful job at making me feel something for the poor guy. And oh, let’s not forget Blaise. HE is my favorite by far and I’m happy for his return. Cue said angst.

I get a bit of A Court of Thorns and Roses vibe from this one with Cedric being Tamlin and Blaise being Rhys. And we all know Rhys came out on top so…. *fingers crossed* On that note, the ending of the book did throw me for a bit so I remain hopeful for the next one. 

And oh, I can’t wait for book 3! I’m happy to see these books are being released one after another. 

I also want to use this review to commend the author. According to a post she made, her first book did receive some negative feedback and instead of brushing it aside and creating a sequel that was just as slow, she implemented the feedback, going as far as creating a second edition of her first book and continuing forth into this amazingness. I’m glad I gave book 2 a shot. After I finished the first I just had this gut feeling saying I needed to try at least one more book of the series before writing it off, so no regrets! 

5 stars all the way!

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This book picks up where the first left off. If you haven’t read the first book this one will not make a lick of sense.

Winter is on the run and trying to find a way to take her kingdom back from her cousin. She is hiding in Berovia for a bit while trying to make amends and ease her conscious. I love how the elves are with her. They forgive but don’t trust and Winter learns a hard lesson there. 

Cedric is with Winter the whole way. You can see his feelings for her and the complexity of the situation he is in. He is my absolute favorite character. As Winter is telling him everything, he is understanding and kind. As they are going through the forest, he is patient and sweet. He helps Winter grow and see things in a different light. When she finds out the truth, he still is there for her even as she feels her anger and frustration. She can’t let him go though because even though she hasn’t realized it or understand she does love Cedric in her own way. He puts himself at risk to help her and help her get her country back and has the patience of a saint. He is encouraging and a soothing presence for Winter.

Winter grows in the book as she goes through her trials. And yes I call them trials because to me they help her become stronger and more aware of what she needs to be. They also help her mature and get even more passionate for her people and their needs as well. I love how she learns through mistakes and wants to make things right. How she isn’t straight forward and doesn’t quite understand herself or her feelings. She owns this too and that it great. I love how she strategizes and learns but doesn’t think she can do everything on her own and asks for help. I love her with Cedric even when she is back on the island with Blaise I want her with Cedric.

Blaise is getting more and more less caring as his curse consumes him. He needs Winter to help him become whole again and there are glimpses where you see he cares for her. That is a complex relationship due to his ability to compel but you can see they have feelings. I think Winter is lost in trying to figure out her feelings and where she belongs. 

The ending was fascinating. She is left in limbo in many ways and fighting herself and the darkness within. Her battles to come will be from both ends-outside from Berovia and inside with herself battling darkness.

A amazing continuation that leaves you hanging and wanting more. I am so rooting for her and Cedric.

Princess of Nothing was a knockout of a read! I fell in love with another world, and the challenges that Winter faced. 

This book literally took me to another world, where this world was full of love, of hate, of betrayal, friendship and war. It was such an exciting read, and I loved the growth that Winter made throughout. 

This book was thrilling and exciting. It was well written and I could not help but be addicted to the story. I am falling very quickly in love with this series, and i am so excited to read more of this world. 

Overall, an incredible fantastical read that I cannot wait to read more of. Very impatiently waiting for more! Loved it!

AMAZING! She has done it again! The Princess of Nothing is Amazing and possibly better than the Fate of Crowns. It's so good that I read this book in 3 hours. I love how in this series at some point you will have to sit at the edge of your seat! The battle was beautifully written. We get to see how much Winter has grown compared to the first book. We get to see some new characters and some new lands. Also revisit some characters we already know ;) Get ready to experience Romance, heartbreak, Love, and friendship! Can't wait to read book 3!

Princess of Nothing is book 2 in the Fate Of Crowns series. It is a YA fantasy and must be read in order. 

Picking up where we left off from Fate of Crowns, Miss Winter Mortis is on the run, and following suit, we get to get immersed in heightened action and non stop excitement. 

Winter is in for a real heart stopping adventure. Full of prisons, torture, crowns, mer-people, love and lust, magic and war, Princess of Nothing is one heck of a excitement rollercoaster!

The Princess of Nothing is the second book in The Fate of Crowns Series by Rebecca L. Garcia. The story begins with Winter fleeing from her home in Magaelor and escaping to the place she fears the most… Berovia. Winter must now wait until she can safely return to Magaelor in order to secure her rightful place as Queen. Unfortunately it isn’t going to be as easy as she thought it would be

I didn’t think that it was possible to love this series even more than I already did but I was so wrong. I absolutely loved everything about this story. Winter is back and she is stronger than ever. I really liked seeing how much Winter has grown as a character. She was no longer naïve or sheltered, in fact she was fierce, brave and had an intense passion to do what was right for her people.

I loved being reunited with familiar characters that I loved such as Blaise, Morgana, Lucien, Niam, and Cedric. I also loved meeting all of the new characters such as Aqugar, Hawk, and my new favourite character Prince Kiros. I liked the fact that there was an even bigger variety of humans and mythological characters in this book. 

This story was well written, interesting and had me hooked from the very beginning. It was filled with heartbreak, revenge, justice, love, friendship, loyalty and new beginnings. I can’t wait to find out what happens in the next book.

I recieved an advanced copy for free, and this is my honest opinion.

Un second tome tout aussi passionnant que le premier , on voyage à travers toutes les contrées de cet univers aux côté de Winter. Bien entourée dans ce tome , peut être même trop. L'auteure parvient à nous surprendre à chaque événement et on parcourt cette aventure avec envie. De la young adult fantasy comme je l'aime . Vivement la suite !
A second book just as fascinating as the first, we travel through all the regions of this universe alongside Winter. Well surrounded in this volume, maybe even too much. The author manages to surprise us at each event and we walk this adventure with envy. Young adult fantasy as I like it. Can't wait for more!

Rebecca Garcia you have made an enchanting world that I want to read more about. I finished The Princess of Nothing within 2 days and absolutely enjoyed it. I almost prefer the 2nd book over the 1st. Throughout reading the story I felt like I was given the right about of information to understand what was going on without tons of "fluff" that wasn't needed. Winter the main character and grown since the last book. She tries to stay strong for Magaelor and wants to right the wrongs of her family through their rule. Winter wouldn't let fear rule her as her father did.

Can we say hello, LOVE TRIANGLE! Cedric Evermist, the Light Fae Prince who is caring, kind, and supportive. He is everything and perfect for Winter but then there's Blaise Lazaurs, the Dark Fae Prince. Blaise who is a strong ruler that will do anything to build it back to a powerful kingdom. He's mysterious and knows how to say the right things but can't "love". I really like Cedric but I'm pulled by Blaise's mysterious ways. Bring on book 3!

Oh. my. GOD. What a GREAT second book to the series 'The Fate of Crowns'. Very rarely do I read the second book of a series and am just as enthralled with the story as I was in the first book. This book is an exception. :) 

I feel that we see Winter really grow more into herself and just stay true to how her character was in the first book. She just has that concise and clear personality that I loved and to see it carried through in the second book was just so lovely. Winter is the same girl, but grows so much more, but she stays true to herself 1000%. None of that Mary-Sue crap that so many books turn into after the first book of a series. 

100000% recommend, I absolutely love this series and can't wait to see more.

Thank you Netgalley, Victory Editing, and author for providing the ARC of this book.

Much like the first book of the series this one grabs your attention and refuses to let go! The twists and turns that we experienced in the first book have continued as we follow Winter doing her best trying to return home and to the throne that is rightfully hers. 

As the books have progressed we get to see Winter changing and growing torn between what her heart wants and what she feels is her duty.  

I hope that the next one is out soon!  This series have been an amazing read so far and I am eagerly anticipating the next book of the series!