👻 𝔉𝔞𝔦𝔯𝔶𝔡𝔞𝔩𝔢 👻
5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Author: Veronica Lancet
Format: e-arc, physical copy and audio

This book was addicting! I literally had a hard time putting it down. It kept me trying to guess what was going to happen next. Such an incredibly unique story. I think what I enjoyed most about this is the fact that it’s literally about a love that transcends time. It knows no bounds. It’s two souls that will forever be intertwined.

“𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒊𝒇 𝑰 𝒕𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒚 𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒓𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒃𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒈? 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒘𝒉𝒚 𝑰 𝒘𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒖𝒑 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈. 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒈𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒂𝒎𝒏 𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒂𝒘𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒍 𝒏𝒐𝒘. 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒊𝒇 𝑰 𝒕𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒂 𝒘𝒂𝒚 𝒏𝒐 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒏? 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑰 𝒎𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒃𝒆 𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒍 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒆𝒅, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝑰’𝒍𝒍 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒃𝒆 𝒈𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒕𝒐.”

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒕:
•Multiple Timelines
•Single POV (FMC)
•Fantasy Aspects
•Paranormal Aspects
•Slow Burn
•Lots of Foreshadowing
•Gothic
•It’s Always Been You
•Mystery
•Soul Mates/Fated Mates

I cannot say enough good things about this book. And the audio was amazing! Done in duet style narration which is my absolute favorite.

Thank you so much to Atria/Simon & Schuster for the e-arc via NetGalley for an honest review. The extended epilogue was perfect. I enjoyed going back to Arkgor and seeing what their lives are like. We always knew Amon was meant to lead the people!!!

Absolutely loved this book.
I couldn't wait to read it & it fully lived up to all the hype it receives.

I love fae and I love historical fiction so this should have worked for me. Unfortunately, it just did not. The author should have done more research on the time period if she wanted to make this set in the 1950’s. I disliked our main character and felt the love triangle was a huge miss.

Thank you NetGalley for the E-ARC of Fairydale. I originally wanted to read this because a booktuber I love, @laurareads, recommended it and the premise sounded so intriguing! Unfortunately, after receiving the ARC, reading the authors note, 1st chapter, and other reviews I don’t think I should read it given the extensive trigger/content warnings. I’m so sad because it looks so interesting, but basically my review is don’t read if you can’t handle dark books lol. I should have looked more into it before requesting an ARC :(

Fairydale by Veronica Lancett is a darkly enchanting fantasy that weaves together mystery, romance, and the haunting allure of fairy tales. The story is set in an eerie village surrounded by an oppressive forest, with whispers of curses and secrets lingering in the air. Lancett’s atmospheric writing immediately draws you in—the mood is gothic and dreamlike, creating an immersive world that feels equal parts whimsical and sinister. The plot unfolds slowly, teasing out twists and revelations that keep you intrigued, especially as the characters begin to uncover the truth behind Fairydale’s strange occurrences.

One of the strongest aspects of the book is the romance, which is subtle, slow-burning, and deeply emotional. The chemistry between the leads builds with tension and trust, and it adds a tender layer to the otherwise shadowy tone of the novel. The characters themselves are layered and well-developed, particularly the protagonist, whose personal growth from naivety to strength mirrors the unraveling of the town’s secrets. There’s a poetic quality to the dialogue and narration that makes even the quietest moments feel significant, and the emotional stakes feel real without being overly dramatic.

That said, the pacing of Fairydale does lag at times, especially in the middle section where the story becomes a bit too introspective and repetitive. Some plot points felt a little underexplored or left vague, and a bit more clarity in the worldbuilding would have made the stakes even stronger. Still, the ending delivers a satisfying mix of melancholy and hope, tying up the main threads while leaving space for interpretation. Overall, Fairydale is a beautifully written, emotionally resonant tale that leaves a lingering sense of magic and mystery long after the final page.

Absolutely one of my favorite reads! It’s a long read, but the payoff is worth it. And the gothic romance vibes are perfect

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!
5⭐️ … 6⭐️, if that was possible.
Oh, this is one of my favourite books I’ve ever read. I don’t have the words for how incredible this was. 5 stars isn’t enough, I’d give it 6 if I could.
An emotionally intense and exquisitely crafted love story that will leave you breathless. Told across multiple timelines, this novel masterfully weaves tragedy, devotion, and enduring love into a hauntingly beautiful narrative. The writing is intricate and deliberate, yet never overwhelming—each twist intentional and deeply affecting.

Fans of possessive, protective MMCs with “touch her and die” energy will swoon over this hero’s unwavering devotion. The chemistry is electric, the spice unforgettable, and the emotional depth staggering. For readers who can handle darker themes and crave romance that lingers long after the last page, this is an absolute must-read. A true standout.

Seriously one of the best stories I’ve ever read. Plus there’s the added bonus that it’s practically 3 stories in 1.
One of the reasons why I loved this story so much was because I seriously could not predict a single aspect of this story. I was in a perpetual state of shock and thought I was losing my mind. I am usually someone who can easily predict what is going to happen in a story, but the author literally put her thang down, flipped it, and reversed it so many times that I gave up trying to predict anything pretty early on in the story(ies?).
Then, just when you think you’re getting an epic gothic romance, you find out that you are also getting an epic southern romance. THEN, you also get an epic Roman romance that actually isn’t just a Roman romance and yet again your mind is blown. I am pretty sure this story knocks through every romance trope that matters and satisfies any mood your little heart desires.
The character development, the mystery, the romance, I loved it all! I cannot recommend this story enough.

Thank you NetGalley for this opportunity!

Okay, hear me out….

This was weird.

But like, in a fantastic way.

I was confused and excited throughout this thicc read.

So many times, I feel like I’d figured something out, only to turn the page and have no idea what was going to happen.

Such a unique read and I could not put it down.

On my second read through, I noticed SO many more Easter eggs and little bits that made the story 10x better!

If you love dark gothic romance, then this book is for you! The fantasy/paranormal aspects of this book were personally my favorite and made me enjoy the book so much. I absolutely love the characters inn this book. The layers that this book has are insane. You can't skim anything when reading Fairydale or you might miss something important. Such a fantastic book.

I don't even know where to start with this one, so I'll start with WOW.
I loved it and I'm so glad that it was picked up for trad publishing,

Thank you Atria for this advanced rereleased copy. And Veronica Lancet for this story!

The amazing:
Amon is top tier book boyfriend. Forever. I love him. In every timeline.
The vibes in Fairydale were EVERYTHING. Spooky, cooky, gothic, dark weirdness.
The time travel was so cool. I loved all the various stories.
Never let them know your next move. The twists were great! Unlike anything I've ever read.

The less amazing:
She's thicc. And I'm not sure all of it needed to be there.
The ending was a shock. We merged into monster territory, which I wasn't expecting. I wasn't mad about it, but I wasn't expecting it at the very end.

Overall this is a super fun read, with dark themes and a great love story. It's uniqueness will stick with you for a long, long time.

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 INFINITY STARS 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I read and just finished this on KU before I saw I was approved for this so while everything is fresh in my head, I’m going to GUSH.

Fairydale is hands-down my FAVORITE read of the year — nothing else even compares! This book had me audibly gasping, screaming, crying, and nearly flinging my Kindle across the room. Very rarely do books physically shock me or pull that much raw emotion out of me while reading, but this one?? It grabbed me by the throat and didn’t let go. If I had amnesia I would want to read this again for the first time!

It’s a perfect storm of horror, romance, fantasy, and historical — a true historical horomantasy if you will! 👻✨ There are THREE timelines, and each one feels like peeling back more layers of an emotional onion: the deeper you go, the more it wrecks you in the best way. Witches, ghosts, demons, longing, betrayal, love — it’s all here, and it’s glorious.

And Amon… MY AMON!! 💀❤️ Faithful for over 1000 years?! Are you KIDDING me?! SWOON. He’s dark, possessive, obsessive, and every word that comes out of his mouth is pure poetry. Every time I think of him, I just want to queue up “Will You Fall In Love With Me Again?” from Epic the Musical because you cannot tell me that’s not their song! 🎶🔥

The end honestly felt like there was an entire novella hidden inside the book towards the end, but I didn’t even care — it was PHENOMENAL. If you want a book that will leave you wrecked, sobbing, and desperate questions “what did I just read?!”, Fairydale is it. An absolute masterpiece. 🌹✨

This book took awhile for me to get into but I the pay off was insane and im so glad that I stuck it out. One of my favorite books and gave very sanderlache payoff. I was unwell and dying of need to know the entire read through

This was so exciting to receive, I read the indie version and fell in love. I loved this book, one of my god tier books! I am so excited to get my hands on a physical copy! I highly recommend this for fantasy lovers who love a good romance in there as well!

Veronica Lancet’s FAIRYDALE grips you from the very first page. Highly entertaining and beautifully written.

This book had me hooked for most of it. By the end I was ready for it to be over though and think maybe 200 pages less would have made this a 4.5 or 5 read star for me. It was hard to go from 0 to 100 in spice.

My only plot hole was with Caleb. Darcy is new to town and spoke about Caleb to his own family. The way the story ends would place him in that situation the whole time. Seems unlikely that none of his family would have any questions for Darcy.