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The Forgotten Prince by Akira Varma is a novella that tells the story of Aeryn, a fae prince who now lives as a carpenter in the human world, and Anya, a human baker.

There were aspects of the story I found intriguing, such as the description of the book which included baking and the fae, as well as the prologue.

Having said that, the book would benefit from additional editing to correct grammatical errors (such as pronoun errors), repetitive wording (example-on the first page of the prologue “chilled her to her bones” and “chilling her to her bones” were used within consecutive sentences), instances where the wrong word is used (example ”…who in their right might would make two trips to their car…” might should be mind), and to give the characters more complexity.

Published May 20, 2024
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While I loved the concept of this books and enjoyed Anya and Nat. I found that Ryn felt boring, and Theo we know practically nothing about. I think this book needs major work. It felt rushed, and there was some major typo errors. For example "At least you have the new five days" when it reads like it should be "next five days", in chapter four there was a sentence where Nat was uncapitapized. In Chapter 9 "Hee" instead of "Her" and there were paragraphs or repeated sentences such as, in Chapter 10 "I just came back from the bakery. She's not there. The bakery is...." "The bakery is trashed. I'm just coming bsck from there. I couldn't find her at the bakery." In this particular case it could be blamed on the character panicking however it felt clunky.
They also completely skip over explaining the existence of fae, and both humans do not react to this revolation, even though nowhere in the world is it established that humans are aware of other realms existing. In Chapter 12, there was also "Your time is coming boy. He is coming for you, boy." Who talks like that?
I think Chapter 13 also needs some clearing uo since it's unclear what is actually happening to Anya. And if she is potentially being SA'd or groped, it needs to be stated and handled clearly and correctly.

I enjoyed the fact that this was short sweet and cozy. However it felt rushed, unfinished, and I do not see myself going back to read the sequel unless there is major improvements on the writing. It needs more editing. It reads like a wattpad book written by a high school student without an editor. I think, with some major work though, this could be a good book.
I gave it a 2 stars because despite all my complaints... I did enjoy it.

This novella unfortunately needs quite a few more rounds of editing. The writing is clunky, the punctuation is poor, and I didn't feel anything for the characters. I unfortunately did not finish this.

📚 Book Review: The Forgotten Prince by Akira Varma 📚

⭐️ Rating: ⭐️ ⭐️

📖 Synopsis:
A fae male (Ryn) meets a human baker (Anya) he builds a cooking shed for and falls in love because she is his mate. Ryn was banished from his homeland at an early age. He has a target on his head though and being with him puts a target on Anya’s head as well.

🖋️ My Thoughts:
It was a fun concept and the prologue hints at so much more to come.

👍 What I Liked:
- the insta love
- the baking details
- the badass bestie

👎 What I Didn't Like:
- the writing was a bit juvenile
- there were inconsistencies
- needs more copy editing

💬 Favorite Quote:
"Queen Samira’s last words still rang clear in his mind. Her last order to him. I promise. I promise he’ll never see the light of Mairene again."

🌟 Final Verdict:
It was ultimately not the book for me.



📅 Date Reviewed: 5-29-2024


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I devoured this cute, fast-paced fantasy novella! The writing was excellent, the pacing was perfect, and the cliffhanger left me eagerly anticipating more.

The story primarily follows Anya, a human living in the mortal world, who owns an adorable bakery with her incredibly loyal best friend, Natasha. One day, Anya meets the ridiculously handsome and sweet Ryn, and sparks fly instantly. Though I usually don’t like insta-love, the fantasy elements and other factors made it work for me in this story. Ryn, however, is hiding a secret, which Anya discovers in the most unfortunate way.

This book also reads as a cozy fantasy, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Overall, I think "The Forgotten Prince" did a great job introducing key characters and setting up an intriguing plot. I can't wait for the next installment!

I really enjoyed the story and the pacing of this book. It was fast enough to not be boring at all but not so fast you felt overly confused about the storyline. It was a nice and quick little read.
I did, however, pick up on a few typos and inconsistencies throughout the book, and some paragraphs/phrases were a bit repetitive. I would also have liked to see a bit more about the main characters relationship developing, as it jumps from them really just meeting over a couple weeks to suddenly being 4 months in. Also the very last page has the MMC's name wrong, there wasn't an Enzo in this book. I feel that a bit more editing would've given this book a higher overall rating, but overall a nice and easy read and I'm looking forward to reading the sequel.

The premise of the book is different, propelling readers into a cozy loving world all based on a mothers love. The writing style, characters and world building were wonderful! I truly enjoyed this read!

This was super cute and pretty fast paced. I was surprised with the pacing and loved it. Sometimes fae books, especially if they're a series, can be really slow and takes forever to get to the point. I didn't feel that way with the forgotten prince.

Anya’s is a mortal baker with her own shop who just seems like an all around sweet character with a pure heart. This book had some world building that I enjoyed to prepare for the next book. I enjoyed the story and I honestly could not put this book down. I’m dying for the next book.

A quick little 3-star read, perfect for a plane ride!!

Aleryn, Ryn to those who know him, is the crown prince of the fae, hidden away in the human realm by his mother to save his life. Anya is a human baker, living with her best friend Natasha, and running a small bakery in town. When the girls want a shed built in the backyard, Ryn is part of the crew- and Anya and he are drawn together instantly, almost like a mating bond perhaps….

As a novella, this book moves incredibly quickly. The hits are there, but we aren’t getting into things too deeply. I’m hoping as the series progresses, it gives us more because I want to know so much more about Anya and Nat’s friendship, Ryn’s background, and the faerie realm!! All in all, I enjoyed it but wish it had a little more oomph- this could be great as a full length novel or just more quickly available novellas!!

Thanks to netgalley for a chance to review in exchange for my honest opinions!

Review dari aku yang pastinya mengandung spoiler✌️ :


Jujurly aku awalnya tertarik karena covernya keren abisss, ada efek fade ya di covernya trus ada mahkota yang aku asumsikan (sebagai orang awam design) sebagai forgotten prince ini sendiri. Kemudian yang buat aku tertarik banget juga si blurb buku ini, yang mana aku sebagai pecinta genre fantasi dan dunia fae langsung terhipnotis dengan ke-misteriusan dari back story si tukang kayu tampan ini.


I love sweet how Ryn as it shown atas sikapnya ke Anya, laki-laki berbadan besar tapi sweet itu jarang loh such a Golden Retiever nih!


Anya = Female Main Character (Heroine)
Ryn = Male Main Character (Hero)

Minusnya dari buku ini yaitu alur ceritanya menurut aku terlalu cepat yaa, atau mungkin karena short book? Ada satu lagi yang ganjel di aku yaitu di awal buku dimana H+h first meet, baru mau ngomong malu-malu gitu dan banyak giggling nya, like what (?) ngomong dulu sih baru ketawa 😔


But overall🌟🌟🌟3/5 Stars from Me! Ending ceritanya ngegantung meskipun sudah di peringatkan oleh author dari awal buku, tapi plis author kasihanilah aku yang penasaran iniii dan berikanlah aku kisi-kisi kapan next book dirilis🥺


Terimakasih The Publisher Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op ,The Author Akira Varma & NetGalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review ♥️🔥


Bagi pecinta fae dan fantasy world buku ini bikin penasaran banget kan? Kalau sudah baca bukunya kita sharing pendapat yuk di kolom komentar, see you on my next review. Have a nice dream Escapist

Title: The Forgotten Prince by Akira Varma

Release Date: May, 20th, 2024

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A banished fae prince, a human baker, and a mother's desperate sacrifice to save her child and maybe one day... her kingdom.

Anya, a baker who has worked in her trade since she was fifteen, now owns a bakery with her best friend Natasha. When they hire a mysterious carpenter to build a shed, Anya finds herself drawn to him.

This carpenter, Aleryn 'Ryn' Sinear, is the banished Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Mairene, who was left to die in the mortal lands after having his wings cut off.

Meeting Anya, however, turns his curse into a blessing.
With a target on Aleryn's head, their budding love faces many challenges. Will they be able to survive and reclaim his kingdom with the help of Anya, Natasha, and his best friend Theo?

I devoured this in one hour—I absolutely love fantasy novellas! This book was written really well, paced perfectly, and left you on a cliffhanger that made me crave more!

What I Enjoyed:

1. Anya's Character: Anya is an endearing protagonist. As a human living in the mortal world, she owns the cutest little bakery and has a heartwarming personality. Her instant chemistry with Ryn adds a delightful spark to the story.

2. Ryn's Mystery and Charm: Ryn is a captivating character—ridiculously handsome, incredibly sweet, and shrouded in mystery. His hidden past and the scars that mark him make his story even more intriguing.

3. Natasha's Loyalty: Anya’s best friend Natasha is a standout character. Her loyalty and support for Anya are heartwarming, and her POV chapters add depth to the narrative. I loved her character and her unwavering dedication.

4. Cozy Fantasy Vibes: Despite the fantasy elements, the story has a cozy feel to it. The quaint bakery setting, coupled with the magical intrigue, creates a unique and enjoyable atmosphere.

5. Clear World-Building: Even with a good number of characters and complex world-building, the story remains clear and easy to follow. This can be a challenge in fantasy romance, but Varma handles it beautifully, providing necessary information without disrupting the plot.
6. Perfect Pacing and Cliffhanger: The pacing of the novella is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. The cliffhanger ending leaves you eager for the next instalment, ensuring you'll be back for more.


"The Forgotten Prince" does a fantastic job of introducing key characters and setting up what promises to be an enthralling plot moving forward. I really, really enjoyed this, and I cannot wait for the next book in the series! If you’re a fan of fantasy novellas with a touch of romance and intrigue, this one is definitely worth your time.


Thank you to The Publisher Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op ,The Author Akira Varma & NetGalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Victory Editing NetGalley Co-Op for providing the ARC.

This was a short book that I feel had so much promise if the author had spent more time fleshing things out.

I had almost no time to get invested in these characters before the book was over. I felt nothing between Ryn and Anya despite the fact that they are mates. I felt nothing about their bakery or any of the major plot points that are discussed. This book is dry and unfulfilling, and I wish I had gotten more from the author. I really needed more than what I got from this book.

Anya es dueña de una panadería junto a su amiga, cuando conoce a Ryn siente cosas que nunca había sentido por nadie.
Alaryn en cuanto vio a Anya supo que era su compañera. Es el heredero al trono en el mundo de las hadas

No hay desarrollo del mundo, pero lo dejaré pasar porque es el primero de la serie y apenas se está introduciendo lo del mundo de las hadas.

Me sorprendió que Nat tuviera povs en lugar de Ryn, por momentos parecía ella más la protagonista que Anya.

Espero que en el segundo libro se cuente toda la historia de la mamá y el papá de él, que se explique todos los poderes de los fae, que se vea como la pasaron Ryn y Theo cuando llegaron al mundo humano y como se adaptaron, etc.

Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH! I GAVE IT 5 STARS. SO SO SO GOOD. THE CHARACTERS WERE AMAZING AND PERFECTLY MADE.

hmm i understand that this was a short book and that there is more to come and it was left on a cliffhanger but it just felt like everything about this was rushed.

there was no build up there was no depth to the characters and at times i just felt like it dragged out for being 104 pages. the writing was a bit repetitive too in one paragraph the word skin was used 4 times when it wasn’t necessary. we also were told that anya was glad you couldn’t see the blush on her face about 4 times on the same page.

i was really waiting for a twist that i didn’t see coming at the end but unfortunately i could see the end coming from the prologue.

chemistry. i feel like natasha had more chemistry with ryn and anya had more chemistry with theo than with her own mate. i get that this is the first book so things might happen between them but right now i didn’t get a connection between anya and ryn even though its very obvious their mates.

not sure ill continue with this series i wasn’t intrigued enough by the time it was over. i will say that the prologue was far more interesting than the story we got

thank you to NetGalley and Victory Editing for the arc!