I'll be honest, maybe this book isn't for me. But it felt like I was reading more than one book at the same time and I couldn't get attached to anyone. It was a lot of information that feels like I should already know what's going on and who is who.

It's just a lot and I find myself struggling with this book in particular. I think it's because we spend too much time on Blair first and not on Melody the entire time. Otherwise, I wouldn't be having such a hard time with it. And even when we get to Melody, I just found my attention wandering. And on a level, I just didn't care about Melody's problems. (To be fair, I kinda wished Blair was the other character we followed only.)

All in all, I think it's just not my style of storytelling.

<b>Rating:</b> ⭐️ 1/5
<b>Spice:</b>🌶️ 4/5
<b>Read in June 2025 🐝</b>

<i>♥ [Melody & Riven] ♥</i>

<i><b>Tropes:</b></i>
📌dark fantasy
📌enemies to lovers
📌tension and banter
📌TWs

<i><b>🇺🇸 My review:</b></i> Maybe it’s just me, but this didn’t work. The writing style felt off, the worldbuilding didn’t hook me, and the dynamics between the characters were confusing more than compelling. It dragged, and even though the ending tried to spark interest, it wasn’t strong enough to make me want to keep going with the series.

Thank you to NetGalley, Alexandra Thomashoff, and Last Unicorn Press for the opportunity to read Kingdom of the Two Moons in exchange for an honest review.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)

Kingdom of the Two Moons is an immersive, character-driven romantasy that blends magic, romance, and moral complexity in a richly built world. At the center is Melody, a half-elf, half-human caught between duty, desire, and destiny. As ancient forces awaken, she finds herself entangled with two powerful and very different men; Caryan, a fallen angel with dangerous allure, and Riven, a steadfast fae warrior. The result is a tangled, high-stakes love triangle layered with tension, mystery, and betrayal.

Alexandra Thomashoff’s worldbuilding is ambitious and vivid. From the courts of elves to shadowy magical realms, the lore runs deep, and the sense of place is strong. The story leans into its darker tones with morally grey characters, ancient prophecies, and emotionally charged relationships. While the pacing can be slow at times especially in the first half the gradual unraveling of secrets and shifting allegiances keeps the story compelling.

The romance is definitely a highlight: intense, slow-burning, and sometimes messy in the best way. Caryan in particular stands out—he’s magnetic, mysterious, and exactly the kind of morally conflicted character that fantasy readers love to analyze. Riven, by contrast, brings emotional depth and quiet intensity. Melody’s journey is equally engaging, even when she falters, and her growth feels earned by the end.

That said, the book is long, and some readers might find the multiple POVs and occasional melodramatic turns a bit uneven. But overall, the prose is polished, the dialogue often sharp, and the atmosphere deeply immersive.

If you’re a fan of ACOTAR, The Cruel Prince, or romantic fantasy with complex characters and a darker edge, Kingdom of the Two Moons will absolutely pull you in. It’s a bold debut with heart, heat, and a world that feels ready for more. I’ll definitely be keeping an eye out for book two.

Kingdom of Two Moons has a genuinely intriguing story at its core, and I can see the potential for it to grow into something really compelling. The world-building and central plot were very interesting. Fun read for anyone who likes fantasy mixed with modern world and some spice.

That said, I didn’t care much for the book’s length or the multiple points of view. The pacing felt uneven, and the frequent shifts between characters made it harder for me to stay engaged or connect deeply with anyone. I also found the writing somewhat repetitive at times—it felt like certain ideas or phrases were recycled more than necessary, which slowed the momentum.

Despite those issues, I wouldn’t write the book off entirely. There’s a strong foundation here, and with some tightening and refinement, this series could really take off!

I loved this book so much! It reminded me of SJM so much. The details, the characters, everything! I enjoyed this book and can’t wait to get it in person. I’ve been telling everyone to read this once it gets out. Thank you for letting me be an ARC reader!

✨Book Review✨
Kingdom of the Two Moons by Alexandra Thomashoff

⭐️ 3/5 stars

📚 Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Spoilers ✨️

This one had big fantasy energy: fae, witches, demons, magic—and a looming war threatening the entire realm. Melody, our main character, has spent her life captive because of her rare magic. When she attempts to escape, she’s captured and brought to the Dark Lord’s kingdom. From there, everything spirals: secrets from her past, a mysterious prophecy, and a slow-burning entanglement with two very dangerous (and very intriguing) men—Riven and Caryan.

🌙 What I Loved:
The fae realm felt vast and immersive, with high-stakes magic and political tension.

I could easily fall for both of the male leads. Riven is your classic bad boy with layers, and Caryan? Dark, powerful, possessive... yeah, I get it. 👀

🌀 What Didn’t Work for Me:
Melody’s motives didn’t always make sense. Her goal was freedom, but her choices didn’t match that energy.

A lot of repetition. Some scenes and chapters felt like déjà vu—run, caught, repeat.

The writing needed tightening. Certain characters felt flat, and I struggled to connect. Some of the conversations were too long and over explained what was happening. I also felt like the character’s became angry a lot, for no particular reason.

⚠️ Note: The story flips between first and third person POVs. That didn’t bother me personally, but I know it can be a dealbreaker for some.

I did struggle on deciding a rating for this book but landed on three stars mostly because of the vibes even though the writing style lacked a bit for me. I am someone who loves magical words and all things fantasy and I think you need to really be into that to really enjoy this book.

📖 Overall: If you liked A Light in the Flame or Crescent City (which I haven’t read yet but saw others comparing the two!), this might be up your alley. It took me a while to get into it, but the ending hooked me enough to want to pick up the sequel when it comes out. I feel like I need to know where this love triangle is headed 👀🔥

I devoured this book in two days and honestly? I’m still reeling.

From the first page, Kingdom of the Two Moons swept me into a brutal, seductive world full of shadows, fae magic, and immortal angels with secrets sharp enough to cut. Melody’s journey hooked me instantly—she’s not your typical heroine. She’s been caged, used, hunted… and watching her fight for even a sliver of freedom had me rooting for her with everything I had.

And then there’s Riven. Fae warrior. Brooding. Dangerous. Of course I was obsessed. But just as I thought I knew where the story was going—bam- enter Caryan, the cold, cruel fallen angel with a power that’s both terrifying and magnetic. The tension between these three? Unreal. There’s this haunting push-and-pull, this constant question of trust, power, and fate that made it impossible to look away.

The worldbuilding was dark and rich, and the pacing kept me hooked the whole time. I loved the slow unraveling of secrets and how Melody slowly discovers the truth about herself - and the prophecy that binds her fate to gods and monsters alike.

If I had one tiny critique, it’s that I wish we had a bit more time to breathe in certain emotional beats - some twists hit fast and I wanted to sit in the aftermath a little longer. But still, that didn’t stop me from tearing through the pages.

If you’re into morally grey characters, slow-burn danger-kissed romance, and heroines who rise from the ashes, you need this book on your TBR. I’m already counting down the days until book two.

✧˖°. ⤷ I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

"Kingdom of the Two Moons" by Alexandra Thomashoff plunges readers into a richly imagined world of dark fantasy and forbidden romance, delivering a compelling start to the Fallen Angels series. As a fan of epic fantasy with a strong romantic core, I found myself thoroughly engrossed in Melody's perilous journey.
One of the absolute standouts for me was the brilliant banter between the characters. The sharp, witty, and often tension-filled dialogue brought the relationships to life, especially the dynamic between Melody, Caryan, and Riven. It added a layer of fun and emotional depth that truly elevated the reading experience and kept me hooked on every interaction.
The plot itself is incredibly engaging and well-paced, keeping you on the edge of your seat. Melody, a half-human, half-Fae imprisoned for her rare magic, finds her world turned upside down upon escaping, only to be drawn into the shadowy Court of the Two Moons. Her entanglement with the enigmatic fallen angel Caryan and the fierce fae warrior Riven creates a thrilling love triangle fraught with tension and difficult choices. Thomashoff masterfully weaves together elements of prophecy, dormant powers, and a world teetering on the brink of war, leading to some genuinely surprising twists that I didn't see coming.
The world-building is intricate and immersive, featuring a fascinating blend of fae, angels, and witches. While the morally gray characters, particularly Caryan, might not be for everyone, I found their complexity utterly captivating. The slow-burn romance is palpable, building delicious tension throughout the narrative.
While I absolutely loved "Kingdom of the Two Moons" and eagerly await the next installment, there were a few minor instances where I felt the pacing could have been slightly tighter. However, this didn't detract significantly from my overall enjoyment.
In conclusion, "Kingdom of the Two Moons" is a must-read for fans of dark fantasy romance. If you enjoy intricate plots, morally complex characters, a compelling love triangle, and particularly appreciate sparkling character banter, then dive into Alexandra Thomashoff's captivating world. It's an excellent addition to the romantasy genre and leaves you desperate for more.

I devoured this book! Yes, it has almost 700 pages, but I was hooked from the start. This is a great read for those who love romantasy involving angels, elves, witches, and more! If you loved ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, and Quicksilver, this is for you!! The time put into world building without boring me plus all the details into explaining the magic system! I need to get the physical book for my trophy bookcase now!!

Great concept and has a ton of promise! But the flow was lacking for me. I don’t see the point in Blair’s pov or understand why she was even in there maybe in book 2 it will make more sense. I felt like all this information would hit me at one time then it would turn to something else and I would be confused. Super great buildup for a great story and I loved Riven.

War, a prophecy, and a female with the power to stop it all- sign me up! the premise of this book was extremely intriguing and I was so excited to read it. While I did enjoy doing so, there were a few things that did pull me out of the immersive experience.

I am good with a slower story, especially for the first book of a planned series, but the slower story combined with the dialogue that seemed a little unnatural to me in some parts, made it feel a little slower.

I also love to connect deeply with the characters, and a romance storyline usually makes me feel so much more connected to them. I can definitely see the appeal of the type of romance that is developed throughout the story, but it is not usually the type of romance that I lean towards. I didn't feel the deep connection because it didn't seem that the characters did, either. But, that is not to say that those who enjoy love triangles wouldn't enjoy it! I can see how it worked into the author's vision for the characters.

I found the concept of the story interesting. I love how the book remained dark and interesting building the tension of the fantasy world. The slow burn in the romance kept me turning the page, love a dark MMC. The only thing I felt was that it was slightly repetitive in the storyline but overall I enjoyed this book.

dnf @30% , I usually do my best to give books a fair chance and by the 30% mark I honestly just couldn't muster any further interest for this.
I am so sorry! While the book had a captivating premise and lots of potential, it didn’t quite click for me. The slower pacing, some repetitive moments, and the romance dynamics didn’t fully resonate, making it a bit of a challenging read.

I received an advanced copy of Kingdom of the Two Moons by Alexandra Thomashoff, in exchange for an honest review. The following review is based on my opinion and experience.

Kingdom of the Two Moons is an incredibly detailed world building fantasy story. It is a story that follows two FMC’s, one is a witch, known as the Scarlet Death, that is ruthless and powerful and the second is a half blood human who has never known freedom. When a Dark Lord captures Melody and takes her to the Court of the Two Moons, she learns there is a prophecy in which will undo the blight that has been bestowed upon the kingdom. It also follows two MMC’s, one that gives a similar feel to Rhysand and the other who gives me the same vibe as the Darkling (a powerful and manipulative figure seeking to harness power).

Although it was sometimes difficult alternating between first and third person POV’s, I really enjoyed the plot of the story, the character development and descriptive world building and settings. This fantasy story included all manner of mythical creatures (witches, shifters, fae, elf, angels, wyvern and necromancies) and many popular fantasy tropes. However, this book has many darker elements, so please check trigger warnings before reading.

I thoroughly enjoyed Kingdom of the Two Moons and really hope that there will be a continuation to the story and this world. Thank you to the author and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.

Thank you kindly, NetGalley, for providing me with this advance review copy.

The cover and synopsis initially intrigued me. However, It just wasn't to my liking. I couldn't connect with the main character and found the writing style to be quite verbose and over-explanatory. I found the amount of information overwhelming, and I ultimately decided to discontinue reading it. Perhaps I will revisit it sometime in the future.

I tried multiple times to get through this book, but unfortunately, it just wasn’t for me. The constant shift between first and third person was especially jarring and acted as a major deal breaker. On top of that, the lack of substantial world-building made it hard to stay immersed. I understand that world-building isn't always the focus in romantasy, but I still would’ve appreciated a more layered and vivid setting.

As for the romance, I usually don’t mind love triangles if they’re well done—but in this case, I couldn’t bring myself to root for Melody with either love interest. Honestly, the romance just made me uncomfortable.

3.75 stars⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book! I liked this book very much and I can't wait to read the next one

I have just started reading fantasy books, and this was a great story to start with. The characters had my emotions going up and down. I highly recommend reading this. The only downside is that it ends in a cliffhanger, and I am not sure when the next book in this series will come out. Hopefully, it will be very soon. I was given a free book from NetGalley and am leaving an honest review.

First off Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and to the author, for the chance to read this eARC!
This is my first NetGalley read and while it was slow for me to pick up on I was very intrigued by the three povs especially when I would have enjoyed peaking into the fourth mcs head
I may not have blazed through this book as fast as my normal reads but it is a heftier book than I’m use to but the world was built well and there was plenty of angst and darkness for me to add it to my kindle library to come back to again in the future!
I’m excited to see what comes next!

Thank you netgalley and Alex for the arc!

This book had a lot of potential. Like a lot. Fantasy creatures and the urban fantasy realm was really cool. I liked the angels and integration of many fantastical creatures but I think at some point it became a couple too many to keep track of. And again there was a lot of different things that she could have done but all of it didn’t work.

Blair’s pov while interesting I found myself bored with it. This was a multiple pov, but Blair’s was often a dual with Melody’s but also it was often in the past too, which was confusing to follow sometimes.

Melody was a strong character despite what had happened to her but her disregarding Caryan for doing literally the same crap just in different ways irked me. She literally could have learned to fight, ran away and actually stood up for herself or something. I wanted more for her. And certainly not for her to be bonded to someone that wasn’t needed.

Riven was the only character I actually liked and wanted to learn more about. He had emotional depth. We started to see him change through the book to caring and not just indifferent. I really would only read a continuation of this series if he is the main focus but I know he won’t be.

I think this could have been more enjoyable if there wasn’t a lot of weird uncomfortable scenes in this. I get it’s an adult but just because doesn’t mean there needs to be scenes that not even adults should read.

But anyway… I think this will be a

3/5⭐️ for me!