Review of “A Court of Mist and Fury” by Sarah J. Maas
A story that is boundless.
I want to begin this review by emphasizing how in awe I am of Maas’ crafted story in this book in the series of “A Court of Thorns and Roses.” Maas is able to create a very unpredictable story, which I appreciate as a reader. In my review of “A Court of Thorns and Roses” I pointed out how I appreciated the fact that Maas did not follow the typical hero’s journey outline in her writing and she has once again exceeded my expectations in this aspect in the second book in her series, “A Court of Mist and Fury.”
The general premise of this book in this series is the development of the relationship between Feyre and Rhysand, but also now the challenge of defeating the King of Hybern as he works to wage war upon the courts and the human realm. Part me of almost considers this book more of a love story with some added flair of war, magic and power. Honestly, I have never been more entranced by a love story in my life.
As the reader, you are once again looking through the eyes of Feyre: feeling everything she feels, seeing everything she sees, interpreting the world around you as she would. I love this aspect of Maas’ writing and specifically enjoyed it in this book as Maas makes certain to paint the most vibrant picture of every character, setting and emotion for her reader. Truly phenomenal.
The reader quickly learns to yearn for the romantic relationship between Feyre and Rhysand as Feyre’s reality in the Spring Court with Tamlin begins to feel unnerving and increasingly unhealthy. Rhysand’s character and Feyre’s character contain so many layers together that work to build a beautiful friendship between the two. As the reader, you spend the majority of the book craving the moment when Feyre and Rhysand finally intertwine and discover there is more to their relationship than what Feyre experienced between her and Tamlin. Once again, it is truly beautiful to watch unfold.
Outside of the new romance story, Maas introduces many new characters and a ton of new settings for the reader. Each character has complete and dear importance to the unraveling of the story. We also see more of Feyre’s sisters in this book compared to the previous one as both of her sisters will probably play a very important roll in the books following “A Court of Mist and Fury.”
The main conflict of this book is the King of Hybern. We learn early on that he is looking to take over the mortal realm and tear down the wall that separates the courts and the humans. While, I don’t want to add too many spoilers to this review, let’s just say that unexpected characters return or flip flop sides on where Rhysand and Feyre believed their alliance fell.
As the book concludes, we are left with Feyre back at the Spring Court, but this time she is the High Lady of the Night Court, which Tamlin is completely unaware of. The war is on, but Feyre is ready to play the important role of spy as she sits inside the walls with a man she once loved.
I am excited to see what happens in the next book, “A Court of Wings and Ruin” since I immediately ran to the store and bought it right after I finished “A Court of Mist and Fury.” Overall, if you are looking for a fantasy getaway, Maas’ books definitely are the way to go. I cannot emphasize enough on how impressed I am with her writing, visuals and story and character development.
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