I overall enjoyed reading Visions of Flesh and Blood. I feel that is because I went in with appropriate expectations. I did not learn anything new, but more so solidified some concepts from both series that were more "hazy" in my understanding, Miss Willa compiling it was a clever idea and while putting in a little of the spice Poppy loved reading too. I fully intend to re-read this book before The Primal of Blood and Bone releases 9/23/25. This book provides a great recap of both series while not having to commit to reading all the books in the series.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a fun companion to this series. I really enjoyed this book.

It's official: I WILL READ ANYTHING BY JLA™

This is the perfect companion to the FBAA / FAF series, whether you're a die hard fan or if you're new and looking for more context into the world.

I particularly found this book would be incredibly useful when I do a reread in preparation for the upcoming release of the next installment of the FBAA series.

I read this on a tablet but will be purchasing this in a physical edition as the illustrations are a wonderful addition.

Visions of Flesh and Blood is great for a refresher of things that's happened, various characters and places. When you have a series that is this long and there's such a delay in getting to the end of Poppy's story, it's super helpful in advance of the next book being released!

There is absolutely nothing I like more than a JA book to sink myself into. This really helped me with the synopsis of each tome. Can’t wait for your next adventure for us devoted fans!

It would have been great if this was Miss. Willa's full diary but sadly it's not. I knew it was advertised as a compendium. I guess it's ok as an overview if it's been a while since you've read the books en before The Primal of Blood and Bone will be released. However I skimmed through this book, only reading the exclusive content and diary entries.
There is a lot of repetition and it could have done with lesser pages. A lot is just page filling.
The prophecy is analyzed with what we know so far.
Thankfully I got to read it as an ARC on Netgalley because I would never pay for this book.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book. A gorgeous 4 star read book from me. What an exciting plot, vivid storytelling and relatable, rich characters. I couldn't put this book down – absolutely loved it.

This is a great recap for both Blood and Ash and Flesh and Fire series!! I needed it, honestly. Love the art and the style of this book. Definitely recommend for a memory refresh!

This companion is everything I didn’t know I needed until I had it in my hands. A beautifully assembled collection of lore, history, art, and extra content from the Blood and Ash and Flesh and Fire universes, told through the wonderfully chaotic lens of Miss Willa Collins herself.

From detailed notes to immersive journal-style entries, it offers fans a deeper dive into the world they love while giving a fresh perspective through Willa’s unique voice. The tone is playful and rich with detail, with plenty of nods to the steamy, dramatic, and tangled web of the series.

Getting more insight into Willa, who has always been a behind-the-scenes legend, was an absolute treat. Her wit, passion, and curious mind shine here. It felt like having tea with the most scandalous historian in all of the realms.

If you’re a fan of the series, this is a must-have. It doesn’t just recap, it expands. I’m so glad this exists; it’s both a love letter and a library.

Thank you to the Author & Net Galley for the ARC.

This compendium will probably be very useful if you're reading the Blood and Ash and Flesh and Fire series as the books are released, with the year or two gaps between them. I'm currently reading both series in order, alternating between the two so most of the information isn't really new but it is helpfully all contained here as a refresher of the lore of the world, ready for the final book(s) of the Blood and Ash series. I'll read through this again before The Primal of Blood and Bone later this year for refresh my memory!

The compendium contains:
A glossary of terms
A history of the world and world maps
Detailed breakdowns of all the significant characters and their stories to date, including fan art for each character
Exclusive scenes and letters
Willa's diary entries
Breakdown of the prophecy, phrase by phrase
Quotes
Playlists
History Timeline

Disclaimer: I received an Advance Reader Copy from NetGalley, but this is my voluntary and honest review.

I love this series, but good lord, I am also ready for it to end. I think if you haven't picked up the series in a while and need a refresh on the magic, world, characters, and plot, this is worth the read since it does a great job recapping the past 7+ books set within this world. However otherwise, I think it is not worth the read. I definitely need the final book to know how it all wraps up.

This is the perfect addition to the series. . I absolutely love Miss Willa’s point of view. This definitely will tide me over into the next book in the series is out.

Great summary of the book already written and for the next one. Its good because theres such a long wait between these books its kinda needed. But I'd rather read the next book personally than a 'here's whats happened so far' book. But it is a good quick read if you need to familiarise yourself with it.

Exactly as expected - a fun compendium of the Blood and Ash world. I loved the backstories and history. It delivered!!

This was a very interesting read. I enjoyed it very much! Highly recommend it for those who can't get enough of Jennifer Armentrout

This is a cute little companion read for the From Blood and Ash franchise. I really enjoyed the art before each chapter and the little easter eggs sprinkled throughout the book. I really, really like the Miss Willa chapters... though I don't know what to think about her relationship with Viktor .....IYKYK . This book has no new information, but it adds layers and fun to the story already told.

I decided to listen to the audiobook while following along in the book.
While I don’t feel this book is the best option as an audiobook alone, I don’t think it deserves all the negative reviews so far. The title says it is a compendium, the summary states it “is a comprehensive companion guide for background, history, reader-favorite information, art, and reference materials.” I think it’s a great reference in addition to the other books. Combines all the characters, and info from the books in one place with descriptions. Adds some additional short stories from Willa’s POV.

This book was a fine companion for the series. I, personally, don't like Miss Willa's voice, so that was a bit of a miss for me, but the book is useful to catchup on the series if you've forgotten what's going on between the books. I wouldn't buy it, but it does it's job.

A good overview of the world but not totally necessary to read. The bonus chapters were the best part. I found myself skimming through most of it as I had recently read the series and it felt a bit redundant.

What a clear, informative, and well-organized guide to the characters,. locations, and any other pertinent aspects of the story to help readers pronounce everything correctly and not get lost in this fantasy world. Definitely a great companion to have side-by-side while reading the series.

The spicy scene at the end with Miss Willa was the perfect cherry on top.

Highly recommend.