I am so lucky to have received an ARC of this book right after I finished Prophecy. Odyssey continued right where Prophesy left off and had all of the tension and fantastical elements that the first book promised. Azriel and Persephone were perfect and the side characters were so detailed. The world really expanded in this book which allowed some amazing adventuring to take place. The ending was an amazing cliffhanger so I will be anxiously awaiting the conclusion to this fairytale-like YA fantasy series!

Thank you NetGalley and Penguin Canada for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

M.L. Fergus’s “Odyssey” is a captivating journey that combines high-stakes adventure, compelling characters, and breathtakingly vivid storytelling. From the very beginning, this novel draws you into a world filled with mystery, danger, and moments of profound beauty, leaving you utterly engrossed until the final page.

Fergus’s talent for world-building is undeniable. The landscapes are richly imagined, bursting with detail and atmosphere, making every setting feel as though you’ve stepped right into it. Whether it’s a storm-tossed sea, a hidden enclave of secrets, or a moment of quiet introspection, Fergus’s prose brings it all to life with cinematic clarity.

At the heart of “Odyssey” is its unforgettable cast of characters. The protagonist is a perfect blend of strength and vulnerability, their journey one of both external challenges and deep personal growth. The relationships they form—whether built on trust, conflict, or reluctant alliances—are dynamic and authentic, adding layers of emotional depth to the narrative.

The pacing is masterful, balancing edge-of-your-seat action with quieter moments of reflection and discovery. Fergus has a knack for crafting twists and turns that feel both surprising and completely earned, making the story unpredictable in the best possible way. Themes of resilience, identity, and the search for meaning are woven seamlessly into the plot, giving the book a sense of depth and resonance that lingers long after you’ve finished reading.

Fergus’s writing is both lyrical and gripping, creating a tone that is equal parts poetic and pulse-pounding. The descriptions are lush without being overwrought, and the dialogue feels natural and true to each character.

“Odyssey” is a triumph of storytelling, a tale that will sweep you away on an unforgettable adventure while touching your heart in unexpected ways. It’s the kind of book you’ll want to savor, yet can’t help but devour. For fans of epic tales filled with courage, wonder, and heart, M.L. Fergus’s “Odyssey” is an absolute must-read. Highly recommended!

*Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher, and the author for this advanced copy in exchange for an honest review*

Before I start my review, I want to clear up any possible confusion. Apparently, both books in this series have two names. I will be using the names that were on my ARC, so I will refer to the first book as Prophecy and this one as Odyssey.

I was so excited to be able to read this book right after I finished the first one, so thank you thank you thank you to the author and the publisher, it was amazing to read them back-to-back. This book was just as engaging and entertaining as Prophecy. It had more of an adventure story, so I flew through it, finishing it in just a few settings. It also addressed some of the issues that I had with the first one. We get to see more of the world in this book, which was awesome. The different groups of people were interesting and I loved meeting them. Mordesius was just as sick and twisted in this book, which I appreciated; it’s nice to have a villain who is just evil for the sake of being evil. Speaking of evil, Murdock gets his own POV in this book, which was interesting, it also allows the plot to move forward more easily. One thing I am still waiting for is Azriel’s POV, I need him to have one in the next book. I enjoyed him a lot more in this book, and he did appear more, but he is still a little flat for me. He needs his own chance to shine. Him and Persephone were absolutely adorable and I was so glad that they got to explore their romance more. One thing I missed was the side characters. Because they moved so much and visited so many places, there were a lot of characters that were introduced and then forgotten about. Although Rachel was featured more than in Prophecy, which I liked.
The plot was engaging and I think I enjoyed it more than the first one. The plot twists were entertaining, even when I saw them coming.

Overall, I loved this book, and I really really want to read the next one.

I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me the privilege of being allowed to read this book!

I am so grateful I was allowed to read the second book in the trilogy!! This book was everything I hoped it would be, you killed me with that ending though! It was completely not what I was expecting at all, the idea in my head on how that ending could have gone would have been incredible based on assumptions I was making in my head from their adventures and all that was said to them. I really wished it could have been that way because you stole something from me I wish we could get back.

Besides that point I am still so much in love! You made me feel literally all of the emotions and I really loved all surprise but perfect twists in this one! I am waiting for you to release the third because I need the ending like now. Until than though Prophecy will be coming home to me and Odyssey will be preordered!!

Thank you for giving me something new and incredible to love!!

This was a strong sequel in the Fractured Kingdom series, it had that element that i was looking for and enjoyed the continuation of this series. M.L. Fergus has a strong writing style and was hooked from the first page. The characters continued to feel like they were supposed to and was engaged with what was happening to them. I hope there is more in this series and am excited for more from M.L. Fergus.

I thankfully got approved for Book 2 almost as soon as I finished Book 1. So I like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to jump right back into the world and continue on.

Let me tell you, it's been FOREVER since a villain is 100% a piece of shit in a story and absolutely delights in being a said piece of shit. M.L. Fergus has me wide eyed in delight on this person she has written. It's like taking Alan Rickman's Sheriff of Nottingham, making him younger (hotter in face, maybe not in body), a cripple (we found out how he became cripple too!), horny, and absolutely sadistic.

Our ML is so rogue, and the way he does things to the FL to catch her off her guard! Changing her tune of 'ugh, him' to make her go 'oh, him!' was perfect.

The world building got better! Seeing more people, journeying to the various places that they need to go to was a delight and made the world not seem so confined to the castle.

A couple things came to mind in this book:

1. Is our male lead the King of the prophecy? A part of me is undecided on that.
2. Is the guy that is following them with the birthmark on his face Mordesius' brother that apparently died? Is the birth mark actually burning from the estate that was lit on fire?
3. Is our female lead pregnant? The things she was saying, doing, and how she was constantly ill while our male lead was gone has me thinking she is.
4. That branch that our female lead brought to Mordesius, surprised he doesn't crush the leaves and become 'whole'. Or does it not work that way?
5. Rachel. She looks like the female lead's twin. Nothing has been explained about why is that? Were there triplets? Is it sorcery that makes Rachel look how she does? Is our female lead actually her sister?


I'm surprised on how much I'm enjoying this fantasy romp. Shame it'll be over in three books. I feel like there is more to go on in this world. But, nevertheless, I can't wait for Book 3.

I loved book 2! The continuation of the story felt natural and I didn't feel like I was missing anything, it was super easy to jump right back in.