A magicial romance story about the fae,
Was a little confusing to me took a while to get into story.
Lots of drama,twists,mystery.
Voluntarily reviewed.

Dance with the Fae is a unique story that blends historical fiction with fantasy, which made a really fun read (and it helps I love books about the fae.)
I really loved the writing and the worldbuilding, the quest really drew me in. The only downside is I did find this slow at times this didn't put me off reading. Overall, I would recommend.

This was so good. I loved the plot and characters. It was paced perfectly. I didn't wanna put it down and was on the edge of my seat

The blend of genres (historical and fantasy) was enjoyable and something I personally enjoy. I feel both were executed well and I got the best of both worlds.

I do love a fae based fantasy so I knew what to expect.

It read as modern day like fairytale which was the aim.

I did find it slow at times and the characters especially the main love interests lacked the chemistry I was expecting. I feel the plot was maybe too slow burn for my own taste but that's a me thing. The writing was good I just feel the plot fell short

3.5 stars - Kit was a likeable protagonist and I liked the development of his character and the exploration around sexuality. The book was slow to start with, but the pace picked up so I raced through the last half of the book. The writing style and setting is very whimsical and I enjoyed the historical aspect. The adventure and quest was also favourable but the stakes didn’t feel that high as there weren’t many consequences to the characters actions.

This was a refreshing story including the fae, I was definitely invested in the plot and characters! A great choice for a historical fantasy.

A huge thank you to the publishers for gifting me a review copy of this book in exchange for my honest feedback.

This was a really tender, unexpected love story. Kit, is a young man haunted by his time fighting in the trenches during WWI, he comes home and struggled with the heavy expectations and burdens from being the eldest son of a crumbling estate. He's set to marry his wealthy childhood friend Adelaide, but at their engagement party they meet the magnetic Mr. Wilde and Miss. Dove, when Adelaide falls into a coma Kit seeks answers and starts a journey into the fae realm. It was definitely a slow start but it felt cozy and I loved the deep look in Kit's inner turmoil. Once he's in the fae world things start to pick up and actually go in several directions that I didn't expect.

Competent stab at a modern fairy tale
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Lately returned from the battlefields of the Great War, Kit Arton-Price is celebrating his engagement to Adelaide, childhood friend and life and soul of the party. But when Kit sees Adelaide dancing with a stranger, Kit has no inkling that he is about to be tested by a whole new battle in a country that he knows nothing about: Faerie.

With an unusual primary world setting and a quest in a the land of Faerie, you’d think this would be right up my alley; but the story takes forever to get going and, along with the lack of chemistry of any of the characters in the first third of the book, I felt like I was wading through treacle. I really wanted to like this but there have been so many good and great books that travel to Faerie over the past few years, it would take a lot more than this competent stab at a modern fairy tale.

I found this world really immersive and loved learning more as we went along. I just really struggled to connect with Kit for most of the book. Seeing him grow throughout the narrative was lovely to see but I just couldn’t get past certain things he did, which affected how much I enjoyed the book. I’m sure others will love it, it just wasn’t for me.

Thank you so much to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for the arc. 🫶🏻

A very good read. Coming from York the places described were very accurate including the whale bones archway in Whitby to the jail in Armley Leeds. The story has all the love and drama required to make a excellent read

I just really liked this story itself the characters were so interesting and the story was just a journey that I immediately thought about when it was over. The hope to read more from this author as soon as possible.

Dance with the Fae was a different and interesting take on the Fae world and how it interconnects with our own. I really liked the premise in this book and liked how it played out and resolved. However I didn't love any of the characters which left me feeling less invested in some of the bigger moments.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with an arc for an honest review,

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for the advance reader copy.

I’m on the fence with this book as it took a while to get going, when it did seem to pick up it felt as though the ending was rushed and could have had more if we hadn’t spent so long in the beginning.

I really liked Kit and Valentine and found that when the story focused on their journey it was much more enjoyable. I didn’t like Adelaide and Silas - they were selfish and on Adelaide’s part judgemental.

I’m glad I finished it and worked through the first 40-50%.

*Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter | One More Chapter for providing me this e-book in exchange for an honest review*


Even though there a lot of books written with fae, "Dance with the Fae" captured my mind and heart in an instance. Kit was a really well-developed character, dealing with PTSD, having returned from WWI, but Hobbes managed to deal with such a triggering psychological state masterfully. I loved and hated some of the characters, but overall this was a wonderful story.

Dance with the Fae is a fabulous romantasy read, that follows Charles (Kit) Arton-price, who is a soldier wounded in WW1. Subsequently, he starts a life with his fiancée Adelaide, however things start going wrong when she is struck by “the sleeping sickness” Kit then finds himself drawn to the fae world where nothing is as it seems.

This is a perfect mix of fantasy and historical fiction. (Two of my favourite genres). Hobbes builds a world with intricacy and magic and I loved the descriptions of the fae world. The characters were loveable and I found them to be relatable and full of diversity. The only issue I had with this book was the pacing, it fluctuated from fast paced and me wanting to pick up the book all the time, to me really struggling to get into it, which was such a shame. That being said it was still a thoroughly enjoying read.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publishers for allowing me to have an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Kit Arton-Price returns from the war with a medal of honour, but he does not feel like a hero. He longs to retreat to a quiet life but is drawn into the limelight at his engagement party thrown by his willful fiancée Adelaide. Kit is determined to be a wallflower at his own party and watches as Adelaide dances with a strange who calls himself Mr. Wilde. While Mr. Wilde and Adelaide drift off together Kit meets Mr. Wilde's companion Ms. Dove. Ms. Dove imparts just as many strange sentiments and fanciful stories as his mad great aunt Merelda. But when Adelaide succumbs to the Sleeping Sickness, Kit learns there may be more to the stories told by Ms. Dove and his aunt. Kit travels the realm of the fae to returnAdelaide back to their own world. But will they want to return after their adventures?
Dance with the Fae is a historical romance that will appeal to readers of Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries and The Scholar and the Last Faerie Door.

Firstly thank you to NetGalley, One More Chapter and Elisabeth J Hobbes for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book took me a little while to get into, especially whilst life has been hectic and I've had to read as and when I can. The pace is initially slow but once Kit travels to the new realm things picked up and it was exciting to see if any theories I had were correct (only one was which meant nice surprise on other plot points).

I loved the world Elisabeth had built and the characters within it. The mixture of historical fiction and fantasy blended nicely I thought and I enjoyed the queer representation.

I've knocked a star purely because the pace was slow initially and then almost went too fast by the end!

If you like fantasy and historical fiction this is a good one for you!

I started reading Dance with the Fae, but have DNF'ed at 38%. I couldn't get into the ebook version of this one due to the slow pace. In addition, I was a bit in a reading slump, so might try later with my hardcover copy.
Dance with the Fae was one of my anticipated released, but I have to admit the slow pace was killing me. All i could think about is when will Adelaide finaly go to sleep. I really loved Mr. Wilde's character so far, but couldn't really relate to Kit.
I have a feeling this story would be really awesome so I will give this a try later on, since I feel like I will love this when trying again

I requested this one, so excited for the title, however completely forgot to download it as life got in the way. Luckily, it came in a booksub box and I can leave a review.

I was really excited for this one, and the premise seemed fascinating. If you know me, I'll read a book as soon as fae are mentioned.
This is definitely an interesting read, being set shortly after WWI, This felt like an old fairytale, which is good. It was definitely unique in itself, even if it took me a few attempts to get going with the story and to vibe with it.

I loved the LGBTQ representation in a historical fiction with fae. This book definitely didn't let me down

This book was a great historical fantasy with a relatable main character and a very interesting and unique plot. Kit is a soldier who survived World War I and suffers from PTSD. The plot seems to be loosely inspired by the story of Eurydice which is a story I hold close to my heart and I really appreciated the way that the author painted this story. The worldbuilding in a historic setting was very enjoyable and the fantastical fae world made for the perfect escapism. This was a very fun read, and I would recommend to someone looking for a humorous and enjoyable historical fantasy novel.

Elisabeth J. Hobbes' Dance with the Fae is an enchanting blend of historical fiction and fantasy, set in early 20th-century Great Britain. The story weaves together elements of fae lore with the societal norms of the time, creating a unique and captivating narrative.

Hobbes' writing is atmospheric and evocative, bringing both the historical setting and the mystical fae realm to vivid life. Her characters are well-developed and complex, with nuanced relationships that add depth to the story. The exploration of identity and societal expectations is particularly compelling, offering a fresh perspective on traditional fae tales.

The pacing is thoughtful, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the world Hobbes has crafted. While some sections may feel slower, the narrative builds towards a satisfying conclusion. Overall, Dance with the Fae is a must-read for fans of historical fantasy who appreciate imaginative world-building and character-driven stories.