As with the rest of the series, this books was beautiful and atmospheric, Lir and Aisling lobe story was everything. Was the ending satisfying yes is a way, thier was a bit for frustration with the pacing, and i missed a lot of the side characters. The memory loss took away from all the development of wished would happen. I do feel like we got a good conclusion but I wish it was approached differently. But overall I loved this series.

Perfect end to the triology, absolutely loved this series! It was so beautifully written and the story had me on an emotional rollercoaster! Loved the world, the characters the plot, everything!

An epic conclusion to this trilogy. I have loved this series from start to finish. The twists and turns throughout never knowing where we were going to finally end up.

A generous 2 stars for a book that left me so disappointed I did not finish it. Maybe it was because I waited well over a year for a third book? Either way, it had way too much information crammed into the beginning and a major plot device that made me want to scream. Metzler’s writing is still beautiful and lyrical. I will eventually return to it just to know how Aisling and Lir’s story ends, but I have way too many other books to read to force myself to get through this.

An amazing conclusion to The Aisling Trilogy! I have lived and breathed these characters since the first book. The fact this was the final book did make me sad. I get so involved with everyone and everything I never want to leave these worlds.

The emotional rollercoaster I have been on throughout clearly wasn't about to stop with The Forever Queen. I tried my best to slow down reading this...if only to make the series last longer, in my mind anyway. It wasn't successful, Ashley Metzler's rich, vivid, and skilful storytelling just caught me in that moment in time again.

The superb characters had my heart in their hands as their stories came to conclusions that were equally as heartbreaking as they were uplifting. A Fae romance series that ticked every single box for me. This is one of my favourite series for sure.
Thanks to NetGalley and Second Sky Books for the gifted widget in exchange for a honest review.

This had a strong start with an intriguing premise and a lush fantasy setting, but it lost momentum midway. Some plot points felt rushed while others dragged on, and the character development wasn’t always consistent. That said, the romance was sweet and there were definitely moments that kept me turning the pages. A decent read, just didn’t fully live up to its potential.

This trilogy was so unique and I really enjoyed the journey it took me on. I became consumed with the world and was completely enthralled with where the story would go. I would think I had an idea and then it would take another direction. Lir is such a great MMC with so many layers that I really enjoyed uncovering. I literally just finished and if I’m honest I’m just a bit stunned. I do feel like it was so well done and I really enjoyed it all.

While the atmospheric writing remains unparalleled in this series (spooky, beautiful, fantastical, wild in the purest sense of the word), I didn't love the decision to have Aisling not in proper control of her own mind and actions for the bulk of the book. For a character whose journey has been so much about gaining her own independence, power, and strength, ripping it away for the almost the entire final book feels like a real regression. The ending also felt incredibly rushed and like a cop out. I enjoyed getting more of Lir's POV in this book than I think we've gotten before, but overall this is not the conclusion I'd hoped for with this series.

Thank you to NetGalley and Second Sky for the opportunity to ARC read this series.

The Forever Queen by Ashley Metzler
Book three of The Aisling Trilogy

A disappointing end to an otherwise great series.

I went into this book with high expectations as I loved the first two books in this trilogy. Unfortunately this book fell short for me. And yes, that’s a me problem for having high expectations, but here’s why.

I fell in love with this series because Ashley Metzler has wonderful world-building and descriptive phrases. The first two books drew me in and held me there until the end. This book (in places) felt like a different author wrote it. The pace was incredibly slow and repetitive, and there was hardly any of the engaging captivation that Ashley had in the other books.

I think the belt scenario played a big role in that, as it lasted way too long and dragged the pace to the point of boredom.

While The Forever Queen did conclude the series, it felt underwhelming and rushed.

As I rated the other two books 4* each I have to give this 2.5 (rounded up to three)

Thank you Second Sky Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC.

*Arc review*
4.25...
Well that was fun. Although the Anduril element baffled me a bit hence why the lower rating.
Aisling was a tad insufferable in this one, it was Lir that stole the show for me, his character development was everything. He's my new fave book boyfriend lol amd I'm not even sorry about it.
The series as a whole i would recommend to anyone that likes immersive world building, fae, especially against humans and beautiful descriptions of just about everything.
I also want Aisling wardrobe, even that was beautifully descriptive.
Thank you Ashley i thoroughly enjoyed reading this series.

Thank you to Second sky, Netgalley and the Author for the eArc in exchange for an honest review

The Forever Queen is a breathtaking conclusion to The Aisling Trilogy that had me on an emotional rollercoaster from start to finish. Ashley Metzler’s writing shines brighter than ever in this final instalment—rich, vivid, and filled with so much heart.

What I loved most is how the story balances epic stakes with deeply personal moments. The characters have grown so much throughout the series, and it was so satisfying (and sometimes heartbreaking) to see their journeys come full circle. There’s a rawness to the emotions in this book that left me feeling both drained and fulfilled in the best way.

I gave it 4 stars because, while it’s a fantastic ending, a few parts felt slightly rushed, and I would’ve loved more time to savour certain moments. But honestly, that’s just a sign of how invested I was—I didn’t want it to end!

If you’ve been following the trilogy, this book won’t disappoint. It’s everything I hoped for: magical, emotional, and utterly unforgettable. A perfect send-off for a series that has captured my heart.

If you haven’t read The Aisling Trilogy, you need to start! This series is a slow burn fantasy romance. The plot doesn’t get stale and after each book, I couldn’t wait for the next in series. Lit and Aisling are a vibe!

A great ending to this fae Romantasy trilogy! I thought this last book was the best yet! Action packed and such lush imagery and world-building. I thought Lir and Aisling’s character arcs were so unique (no spoilers here) and powerful! Definitely a trilogy worth reading.

Thank you NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve been sitting on this one for a while.. Had to take a break and come back.

I loved the first book, second book was mid and then it turned into this?

I was very disappointed since the beginning of the book because for some reason both Lir and Aisling were acting completely different. The vibes were completely off and I had to take 2 week off to come back and push through. Then when I come back the belt situation happened🤦🏽‍♀️ why? This was honestly the worst thing possible, I was really annoyed and mad the whole time. It was totally unnecessary and I don’t get why author decided to put it in there. It stayed on for far too long which made the book dragggggg. It hurt me that she forgot everything because of the stupid belt and it hurt me to read Lir’s POV.

Also very disappointed with how it ended, but at least I finally can put this trilogy to rest.

The Forever Queen is the conclusion to their epic story and takes a different pace to the first two books. Lir is the standout through this and his love for Aisling triumphing through all the trials they face. I do want to point out that although this is described as a romance it does have a bittersweet ending rather than a true HEA that often comes with the genre and did break my heart a bit. Thank you to second sky and Ashley Metzler for the copies of these.

Thank you NetGalley and Second Sky for this eCopy to review

The Forever Queen by Ashley Metzler is the thrilling finale to the Aisling Trilogy, a series that has taken readers on a magical journey through a world of fae and ancient realms. The story picks up with Aisling standing before cheering fae, declaring her love for their king, Lir. However, the celebration quickly turns to chaos when a rain of arrows strikes the crowd, revealing that Aisling's mortal family has ordered the attack.

As the armies of her family march against the fae with fire and iron, leaving destruction in their wake, Aisling is desperate to save her new home. She embarks on a quest to find a weapon in the most ancient realm of the fae that could turn the tide of the war. In this land of gods and monsters, Aisling faces a heart breaking choice: to save Lir and his world, she must work an enchantment that will steal all her memories of him.

The Forever Queen has rich vivid depiction of the fae realms and Metzler's writing brings to life the magic and danger of this world, making it easy for readers to get lost in the story. The tension and stakes are high throughout the novel, with plenty of action and emotional moments that keep the reader engaged.

The characters are well-developed and their relationships are complex. Aisling's journey is one of love, sacrifice, and resilience. Her dynamic with Lir is central to the story, and their love is portrayed with depth and intensity.

The Forever Queen is a compelling read that fans of the series will appreciate. The blend of fantasy, romance, and adventure makes it a fitting end to Aisling's epic journey.

2.25/5 stars! This is the third and final book in the Aisling Trilogy by author Ashley Metzier. I wanted to like this book, but it wasn't great. The pacing was incredibly slow until the last 20% when suddenly everything miraculously wraps itself up. It just wasn't as great as the first two books in the series.

First, thanks to Net Galley & Ashley/ Second Sky Publishing for this ARC of The Forever Queen. loved this series as a whole & it really will stick with me in the same sense as ACOTAR & TOG do, honestly. With book three, some parts to me felt a little flat or the plot was missing in some places. unsure, but something was off which was super disappointing. BUT overall this is a pretty decent/average conclusion to the story as a whole. Other than the fact it took so so long for Lir & Aisling (mainly Aisling) to actually get to the point of acceptance or love really bothered me. wish there was more passion to be honest! it felt like the last half/ third of this book was where all the action was but it really just felt rushed):

This book definitely read a bit differently than the first two. I still enjoyed exploring the world and meeting new characters—the author's descriptions are incredibly vivid, making it feel as if we're walking alongside them.

However, the character motivations felt flat, especially Aisling. We've come to know her as determined and unwavering in her pursuit of power and her mission to defeat the mortals, yet her arc here didn’t quite reflect that. As a powerful sorceress, she and Lir are meant to be a force to be reckoned with, but the whole situation with the belt and the memory loss didn’t really land for me.

That said, I appreciated how the story closed—each character, in a way, obtained what they wanted. The ending was bittersweet, but ultimately satisfying.

The Forever Queen marks the final chapter of Aisling’s story, where she must win the Gods' favour to save her new home, and heartbreakingly lose her King in the process. With no memory of who he once was to her, Aisling faces the ultimate test of love and loyalty, battling to protect the ones she thought she could never love by standing against those she once did.

I was lucky enough to receive an ARC copy thanks to Second Sky and NetGalley in return for an unbiased review.

Overall, I did enjoy the series as a whole, but I have to admit I didn’t love The Forever Queen quite as much as I had hoped. I found the addition of Anduril to the storyline frustrating, as it felt unnecessary and pulled me out of the world a bit. I also really missed the strong found family element that made the first two books so special. The court members, who I loved getting to know earlier in the series, were much less present here, and I really felt their absence.

The pacing of the story also left me wanting more. It felt a bit choppy at times, and the ending in particular seemed rushed. I still have a lot of unanswered questions, and it felt like there were a few plot holes that needed smoothing over.

That said, Ashley Metzler’s writing remains as beautiful and evocative as ever, and I stayed invested in Aisling’s journey to the end. Even if this book didn’t hit quite the same high notes for me as the first two, I am still glad I stuck with the series and saw how Aisling’s story concluded.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐/5