I was obsessed with the Malice duology and when I heard about Heather's new book, I couldn't wait to get my hands on it!
This time we have a Snow White / Evil Queen retelling and once again I thought it was brilliant from start to finish. The back story of Ayleth and her witchy ancestors and family was incredibly detailed along with her relationship with Jacquetta and I loved every moment, so much so that I felt I was fully immersed in the story and I never wanted it to end!
Ayleth is on a quest to find the bloodstones and get her sister back which takes her to the White Palace where there is lots of drama, betrayal, tension and angst throughout which made sure I never wanted to put it down. Heather really knows how to write the amazing villain origin stories!

Thanks to Netgalley for my advanced copy.

This was my first time reading a book Heather Walter and I find it to be an interesting twist on the original story of Snow White.
So we all knew Snow White’s tell , but about the evil queen in this story is her turn to tell her side of the story. The plot of the book is full of unexpected twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly awaiting to find out what's around the next corner.

Fans of fantasy literature we're definitely love reading this book.

I think I am not the target audience for this book. The blurb sounded so good, very different from what I ma used to but it wasn't my cup of tea. I ma probably in the minority here so I encourage people to find out for themselves!

This is a true masterpiece in the realm of fantasy literature. The way the author intricately weaves together the elements of magic, politics, and personal struggles is truly captivating. The world she has created is so vivid and detailed that it feels like you are stepping into another dimension with each page you turn.

The characters are so well-developed and many-sided, each with their own motivations and inner conflicts that add layers of depth to the story. You can't help but become emotionally invested in their journeys as they navigate the challenges and obstacles thrown their way. I absolutely loved Ayleth, I think she’s a strong character and her desire to prove herself was interesting to read. I loved who she became at the end of the book, a turn I wasn’t expecting, but I loved it.

The plot of the book is full of unexpected twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly anticipating what will happen next. The writing style is enchanting, painting a picture of a kingdom filled with intrigue, danger, and magic that lingers in the air. I wasn’t expecting the twists the turns, I was gobsmacked and audibly shocked at loads of parts.


Overall, The Crimson Crown is a must-read for any fan of fantasy literature.

Thanks to Netgalley for my advanced copy.

Heather Walter does it again. Taking a fairytale and twisting it to add her own beautiful retelling. Loosely based on the Evil Queen / Step mother of Cinderella Walters, you engrossed you in a wonderful magic system that's easy to follow and makes you wish you were merged in the fantasy world.

You fall in love with the MC and feel like you can relate to everything she is going through.....all you want to do us power through and find out what's going to happen page after page....

Anything Walters puts her hand to turns out to be amazing definitely one of my go to authours

Snow White's Queen origin story - loved it! Why back the damsel in distress when you can side with the villain.

I'm fully invested in this and can't wait for book 2!