So far, I am really enjoying this book. I have not read the first book in the series yet, but I can guarantee that I will enjoy both of these books. Both of the girls we are introduced to in the first few chapters are obviously very cunning, and have lots of secrets they keep from others. I have read too many books where the female lead is boring, or is only interested in romance. I am always looking for interesting main characters, and both of the ladies I met in this book seem to fit that role well. I like how the king seems to be a reasonable man, rather than a bumbling idiot or a mad tyrant. He seems to have a depth that is not usually given to royalty figures that aren’t the protagonist. I also really enjoyed the formatting of the first page of each chapter, which really helped to give the book a historical feel. I am very intrigued to see how the author handles the historical details of France as the book goes on (and the first book as well). I am definitely going to be picking up a copy of both the first book, and the second book when I can! I think this is going to be a series that I really enjoy! Thank you for the opportunity to read this excerpt.

A very promising start to the second book in the Courting Darkness duology.

I’ve been waiting with baited breath for this book ever since Genevieve dropped Sybella in it at the end of book one, leaving the reader on tenterhooks.

This sampler takes us right back to the immediate repercussions of that moment, and what follows is more of the fascinating palace intrigue and stately machinations I’ve come to expect from the ladies of the convent.

What was included in the sampler feels promising, and presages an excellent conclusion to the duology. I’m eager to read the rest.

Unfortunately it was not made clear that this was a sample when I downloaded it. However that being said, the sample was good and I cant wait for the book to actually come out!

Freaking amazing again. Seriously, these characters and this world just suck you right in. I cant Wait to get completely wrapped up in the rest of this book. This teaser was not enough. I must Have more. I cant wait to see how this story will end.

I've recently read the first book in this duology, Courting Darkness, and loved it. A few years ago, I also read the His Fair Assassin trilogy, of which this is a sort-of spinoff. This sample picked up right where Courting Darkness ended and it immediately made my heart pound. The stakes are incredibly high in this sequel and if the entire book is this fast-paced, we're in for a wild, adrenaline-filled journey! I also loved the two small POV chapters for Maraud, who I hope to see more of in this book!

I've been looking forward to this book for months!! It's a great introduction and really whets the appetite How can I wait until August?!

I would have appreciated knowing that it was a Sampler when I requested it however. It would have saved me a lot of time, multiple downloads, and a reachout to support had I known. Would LOVE to have gotten the whole book.

This book sets up the sequel excellently. I really love this world so much, and I can't wait to see this book released!

In this excerpt of Igniting Darkness, LaFevers masterfully draws all the characters together for what is sure to be an interesting conclusion to the series. Similar to Courting Darkness, the book contains much more political maneuvering than the previous trilogy. Although we get to spend more time getting to know Genevieve and Maraud than we did with any of the previous couples, their relationship is not explored as thoroughly and leaves the reader hoping for more. With increasingly conflicting aims and by drawing in more and more characters at court, LaFevers gives us a glimpse of court life and the complexities that underlie her world building. I'm hoping that the rest of the book lives up to the promise of the excerpt.

When I requested this ARC I was attracted by the wonderful cover and I have to admit che I didn't know the author.
After I read I can say I want to read the entire book as it was exciting and well written.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.

I LOVED the first book in this series and I was so excited to see that the next one was coming out.
The author is a phenomenal world builder and even just the short bit of the sampler that was get had me desperate for more!
Genuinely cannot wait for the full book!

I love, love, love Robin LaFevers and this is no different! I can't wait for the full book. The beginning was so intriguing and I already love the world this is set in. I can't wait for more!

I didn’t know this was only a sampler when I requested it but glad they updated the title to say that now!

I am so excited for this book. I love robin’s stories and how she weaves together history and fiction.

This has been a fun and exciting historical fiction series to follow because of the thriller-esque undertone I feel from it. It;s full of drama and mystery and plays into the French royal scheming. I feel like some of the plot does speed through quickly--which isn't a bad thing since it kind of took me by surprise how quick I was reading it.

I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I am honestly really sad that I only got the "sampler" version of Igniting Darkness. I was so excited for this book and I still freaking am. The little bit that I got, ugh, I devoured it and I just want more. Really wished NetGalley didn't do these sampler books because it just got my hopes up and now I don't even get the whole book. I guess I'll just wait for it to come out then..

I received a sampler copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

The sampler I received was only 100 pages but I was gripped after the first 20. This book is fantastic so far and I really want to continue reading it all asap!
The characters are diverse and strong female leads and the story is intriguing.
This is a must read for Throne of Glass, Game of Thrones or Leigh Bardugo fans!

When I requested the title it did not state it was a sampler.. I am not a big fan of teases as I am very impatient and do not like to wait to find out how it ends. What I read was good and I look forward to Oct.

I did not realize that this was a sample or excerpt from the book when I requested it. I went back to look at the entry on NetGalley and didn't see anything to indicate that it was. Regardless, I did read the sampler and am so excited to return to the book and finish it out, I need to know how Sybella, Genevieve and the queen are going to get out of their current predicament. I'm dying to know what happens when Maraud reveals himself. Will he forgive Genevieve for poisoning him? And will Beast make it to safety with Sybella's sisters? Ah! I would devour the rest of the book immediately if I had it in my possession. I do hope you'll consider providing full-length review copies. Either way I can't wait to finish Igniting Darkness by Robin LaFevers. I will say that I won't be reviewing this excerpt on my blog as I only review full-length books at this time, and I apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank you!
Sandy Farmer
Somewhere Only We Know
https://sandyfarmer.blogspot.com

I very much enjoyed this sampler of Igniting Darkness. The series continues on with the story of Sybella and Genevieve. With unknown fallout the information she gave up, Genevieve is trying to keep her position with the King as well as fix the mistake and save the lives of the women in the convent. With so many people having strong opinions they want to share with the king, Robin does a great job at keeping them separate so you can't mistake the character's personalities. You can always feel that every decision these two ladies make, that its what they believe is the right move.

I look forward to reading the full book when it is released.

I received this as an eSampler to read for free in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to NetGalley and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Children's Book Group for giving me access.

One thing I really hate about samplers is, THEY ARE NEVER ENOUGH! They know just how to leave you hanging and wanting more.

I cannot wait for this to be published later this year so I can find out what happens next in the end of this duology.

Oh man, now I need more of this book now. I won't pretend I didn't realise this was a sampler as I thought it was the full thing. But once again Robin Lafevers is building a fascinating world and I can't wait to see what happens next.