Rounded up from 3.5 stars

I don’t read a lot of ya duologies, but this one makes me want to add more to my list.

Packed full of action, intrigue, romance, drama, and adventure, Lore of the Tides is an epic conclusion to an adorable fantasy duology.

My biggest issue either this book was the pacing. There are moments jammed pack with action where you can’t look away from the page, and then there are moments where you don’t have the attention span to read through a page of internal dialogue. While this internal dialogue is nice because we get a decent amount of character development, it lags the plot severely.

The world building is super strong in this one. I also found myself referencing the map a bit to keep up with the locations, which is not something that I often do.

Thank you very much to Harper Voyager, Avon, and NetGalley for an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own and are not influenced by the manner in which I received it.

3.5 star rating. Thank you NetGalley for getting the opportunity to read this early. I really liked Lore Of The Wilds and was really pumped to read Lore Of The Tides. For a duology, it was too slow paced and cozy for me. I will still recommend this book to the cozy fantasy readers, the ones that don’t want to get into series.

I can’t wait to see what this author comes out with next.

Prepare for an intense, heart-pounding adventure in Lore of the Tides (Book 2 of the Lore of the Wilds series), where mystery, magic, and complex relationships collide. As the danger rises, you'll find yourself torn between the characters’ love and loyalty, and you’ll be hooked by the twists and turns of fate. This book will keep you guessing, and you’ll finish it with your heart racing and emotions tangled.

The FMC (Lore) is a human with a rare gift: a pure heart. Her compassion extends beyond her own kind, winning her allies and inviting betrayal. In a world full of deception and power struggles, her empathy becomes both her weapon and her weakness.

The MMCs (Finn and Asher) are two fae with differing agendas, who share one undeniable connection: Lore. Each sees her through a different lens, yet both are drawn to the light she brings. She holds the power to awaken the morality buried deep within them.

Together, the trio faces enemies greater than themselves. But unity is easier dreamed than done. With shifting loyalties, clashing motives, and the unpredictable hand of fate, survival and salvation will come at a cost.

Do I recommend? Yes…

I desperately wanted to like this book. I was not the biggest fan of book one, and had hoped this book would change my mind on it, but it did not. The first book ended on a not so shocking cliffhanger... Asher's betrayal to Lore. Lore of the Tides picks up right after. Lore’s goal in this book is to locate the second grimoire and use it to save her people.

I am not a fan of third person pov, but that's on me and no fault of authors. Both of these books are told from the third person pov, because of that, it is hard for me (personally) to relate to characters. I want to be them. I want to be in their head sharing their feelings, not looking from the outside in. Again, THAT IS ON ME.

For Lore of the Wild being a debut, and this one being the second (obvi), I think it was great. Much better than I could have ever done. The covers to each book are STUNNING. It just unfortunately wasn't a book for me. :/

Third person POV
Cottage core Romantasy

i mistakenly requesting this not knowing it was a sequel- it sounds perfect and i love the Black fantasy rep but ill have to get into this series at another time!! i already have an endless tbr 😅

Lore of the Tides by Analeigh Sbrana is a perfect example of how to write a sequel! It is magical and captivating with suspense, romance, humor, and sorrow all woven together with memorable characters and beautiful storytelling. I adore Lore's curiosity and heart and watching her come into her power was thrilling. Finn is so dreamy and I loved the little ways he cared for Lore throughout the story. Although I'm not a huge fan of love triangles, the romance in Lore of the Tides was perfection with Lore being sought after for all the right reasons. This book is a great read for anyone who enjoys fantasy and romance with characters so real and relatable they feel like family.

I’m so bummed about this because i LOVED lore of the wilds, but this just didn’t hit at all. It felt haphazard, the vibe that it was building toward something significant and then the ending fell so flat. It was full of actions and events that didn’t feel connected at all, with a silly ending that honestly i no longer cared about once i reached that point.

I absolutely devoured Lore of the Wilds, and was so excited to be able to score this e-arc from Netgalley. This was a great conclusion to an already great story.

Whoah! This was amazing! What an amazing addition that truly advanced the story. I feel like I was in a whole other realm and it was an amazing escape. I’m honestly still processing this and how much I adored it

This book was almost (basically exactly as good!) if not better than the first one! I LOVED the conclusion to this duology, the relationship development, the sirens, Lore's growth! This book made me laugh and cry. I loved the magic system, the world-building, the conclusion, all of this and Analeigh Sbrana's writing blended into one of the best duologies I have ever read. I really want more from this world some day!

A fierce, emotional, and beautifully written finale. Lore of the Tides wraps up Lore’s story with magic, rebellion, and heart. Analeigh Sbrana is officially on my auto-buy list.

Analeigh Sbrana has really impressed me with her debut series. Lore of the Tides is a beautiful, imaginative, and emotional conclusion to Lore’s story. I loved seeing the threads from Lore of the Wilds come full circle.

Analeigh’s strength is absolutely in her characters and the world she’s built. Lore continues to be such a fierce, layered protagonist, and I really appreciated her growth in this book—especially how she didn’t go back to Asher (thank you!). Her bond with Finn remained one of my favorite parts of the series, and I also loved the way family, heritage, and community were at the heart of this story.

This book delivers some truly powerful reflections—especially on rebellion, justice, and hope. Lore’s leadership and the revolution storyline were standouts for me. And I can’t stop thinking about Aunty Eshe’s line:

"We cannot be cynical when fighting for justice. When your cause is a worthy one, it is hope that will fuel the fires of change."

Overall, this is a gorgeous, heart-filled ending to a unique and captivating series. Analeigh is a gifted storyteller, and I’m excited to see what she writes next.

Overall, I enjoyed this book but think that it suffered from the same issues that the first did. The book is written almost as a YA book but with graphic sex scenes. There is not a ton of depth to the plot or to the fight scenes and the pacing is off. What I mean by this is that it just GO GO GOs all the time. Oh, there is a challenge to get the book? "They traveled for days and like had a few things happen and then got there and did a few things and BOOK" Also, the big battle and everything felt rushed.


I know this sounds harsh but I really did enjoy the two books. It had some fun moments, good characters and an interesting world. I just wish it had more depth, length and detail. Lore is good and consistent, I like her relationship with Finn, and I like that she did not go back to Asher. I like the cultural references in the book, the need and precedence of family and heritage, and the need for trust. I just feel like it needed...MORE.

Would i suggest this series...If you like fantasy, light story telling, good characters and some sex scenes? Yes.

I am having a hard time writing a review. I have alot of thoughts. This world has taken us on adventures, made us laugh...and cry. I'm sad its over!

I’m giving this one a solid 3. I was so excited for the continuation of what happened in the first book (which I had the best time reading!) and I got those same feelings in the first half of Tides. Picking up right where we left Lore in Wilds, we find her trapped on a ship. Her hand forced to find Auroradel - the sister book to Deeping Lune. Lore intends to claim the book and its powers before anyone else so she can save the humans of Duskmere and break free from the fae. All while dealing with the betrayal of Syrelle and the longing to reunite with Fynndrel.
The scenes with Syrelle and Lore on the ship were written so well and you could feel that yearning on page from Syrelle to have Lore forgive him.

I was enchanted when they went into the ocean, that whole part of the book was like a side quest, but one I was happy to follow. Unfortunately, as soon as they left Lapis Deep, I feel like the writing shifted and everything was just so… easy? The writing became mundane/repetitive. Prince Hazen seemed like a strong addition in the ocean, but the Hazen that followed them along their journey was aloof and not funny in the way he was meant to be.

Yes, they faced perilous situations and powerful creatures + the King himself, but those scenes were so built up with a smidge of true fear and then *poof* things just neatly worked out. It was anticlimactic for me. (Without giving major spoilers, there absolutely were harrowing awful things she faced in the cave and with the King, but the resolve was still flat and too simple)

Moving on from what didn’t work, Lore of the Tides delivered some powerful (and sadly relevant) words on the political side of the book. Lore leading the revolution of her people against their oppressor instilled her tenacity and courage. She definitely has her badass moments. And Aunty Eshe’s words that everyone should remember…

“We cannot be cynical when fighting for justice. When your cause is a worthy one, it is hope that will fuel the fires of change.”

Thank you NetGalley, HarperCollins Publisher and Analeigh Sbrana for the eARC of Lore of the Tides in exchange for my honest review.

ARC provided by NetGalley for a fair and honest review.

I am so impressed by the difference in the world building and even the writing style of this book vs the first in the series. I enjoyed the first but I did think it was obvious as a debut book. This one really brought everything together and gave the world and characters so much more depth. I loved that there was immediate and nonstop action and tension. While I would’ve said to maybe read the first, with this sequel I would definitely recommend this series.

This is an excellent sequel to the story started in Lore of the Wilds. Lore's growth throughout this book was evident in many ways, through her power, her belief in herself, and her trust in others. Watching this growth was very satisfying and made the story very strong in that regard. The world-building really expanded with this book, and some of the places we went are my new favorites in this world. This conclusion will leave you loving the characters and the world as much as when the story began.

I really enjoyed this conclusion to the story. Lore getting to explore all these different places and people while discovering her own power and learning to trust herself was such a good journey. I wasn’t convinced I could forgive Syrelle/Asher but I did in the end.

Lore of the Tides is a great conclusion to the Lore of the Wilds duology. The world-building is immersive, with an enchanting underwater realm and diverse landscapes. I really enjoyed Lore's character development as she grapples with grief, betrayal, and the weight of her mission. The romantic elements are well-balanced, adding depth without overshadowing the central storyline. Around the middle the pacing dragged and I found myself having to push through. Fortunately, the pacing picked back up and I found myself invested in the outcome. Overall, I liked the unique magic system and heartfelt exploration of identity and purpose in the story.
Thank you Avon and Harper Voyager for providing this eARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

We return to the journey of Lore as she is reeling from the ultimate betrayal she experience at the end of the first book.

She most gather her friends, new allies, and overcome the oppression of her people while gaining more power from the grimoires that's have chosen her.

I liked the expansion of the world in the second book as will deal with more Fae outside of the Alytherins and character development was fine overall.

I did think that the dragged in areas with excessive dialogue in moment and the ending was slightly anticlimactic.

As far as the characters and the romance. I loved the progression of Lore and Finn's relationship and dynamic. However, when it came to Asher and Lore....it was the most frustrating part of the book. I felt there was too much time trying to make him a more sympathetic character are the events of the first book and I didn't too much care for that.

Do I think it was a satisfying conclusion to the series. Yes. The world building was expanded and we got to see that not all Fae despise humans and think them lesser, as well as the magical beast possibly roaming the world.

I think it would've benefited now having those awkwardly paced moments .

4.5/5 stars is will accurate rating since we can't do half stars.

This book blew me away. I finished it in an evening and a half, and stayed up to finish it, it was so good!
We have mythical creatures, found family, love triangle, betrayal. Side quests, fresh new characters and the fight against evil.
Lore is a powerful FMC, but she’s also kind, she has integrity, and she wants to do the right thing. Her quest to find both grimoires and free her own people was gripping, and it really highlighted her growth.
She came into her own in this book, and it was fun to explore and highlight the different kinds of magic in this world.
My favorite part had to be the emotions. Her emotions for Finn, her emotions for Syrelle. So much angst, so much inner turmoil. But hey, that’s what makes this book so much fun.
I really enjoyed the everyday personal touches here – like when Finn offered to do her hair for her. It was just a nice, touching personal little gesture, but it was so sweet.
The ending was a nice wrap up of the previous story in LoTW.
Also thank you Analeigh Sbrana for the representation of period pain in the field!