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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Helen Dawkins

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King is book two in The Blood Prince Series, by Ayla Marie. You MUST read book one in order to understand this book. I was on the edge of my seat the entire way; this book is just as emotional and exciting as the first.

Leo and his family are now in Arkezo, where he finds out that he is the heir to the throne. There is a lot of new information being thrown at Leo and Cael, not to mention trying to find their way through a new city. Will Leo end up taking the throne? The connection to the crown may make keeping his family safe easier, but at what cost? Leo, Cael and Elana just want to keep everyone safe and to finally have peace.

This is a great read for all ages in my opinion, not just YA. It is action packed, and full of deeper meaning. The way the author weaves this story is amazing and she is truly talented! Being that the Ayla is still in high school, she is definitely an author to watch – both of her books are wonderfully written.

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by Helen Dawkins

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Blood Prince is the first book of two, by Ayla Marie. This is a wonderful YA fantasy book that has amazing world building and complex characters. The book is captivating and deals with loyalty, love, and persevering as an individual, but also as a family.

The first half of the book is from Leo’s perspective. He is an assassin/mercenary who is the most wanted criminal. While he is extremely lethal, he is also very kind and a loving brother, who would do anything for his family. When one of his younger siblings shows the signs of having the same lethal abilities as him, they must flee in order to stay live.

Family is everything, and even in the darkest of times, the Hael family shows that you can prevail, stand strong, and flourish. I cannot wait to read the second book and see where the story leads!

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/202147714-the-uncrowned-king” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Book 2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1700014505l/202147714._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/202147714-the-uncrowned-king”>The Uncrowned King</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22458976.Ayla_Marie”>Ayla Marie</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6159105664″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Leo is the rightful king, but he isn’t looking to wear the crown. His father before him did the same and in that respect he is following in his footsteps. There are a lot of decisions to be made and they could impact things in either the positive or negative. Leo just wants to keep his loved ones safe, but does that mean he has to take up the responsibilities that he doesn’t want? This was a great sequel to Blood Prince. The action keeps you hooked and the twists and turns take you for a ride. You definitely need to read the first book as this one pretty much picks up the end of book one.
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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

This is the first book I have read by this author, however this is the second book of the series. I really had a time getting past the few chapters mostly because I couldn’t get into it. But as I continued to read I started to understand Leo’s story. I will tell you that I was drawn to this story because of the cover. Leo’s father refused to be king when he was alive, so does Leo follow in his father’s footsteps? I do feel like I should have book one and then book two so I will definitely be looking into the first one. I do suggest that you read it in order though because it might make connections easier to grasp. I am definitely looking forward to reading the first one and probably rereading this one before moving on to the next book.

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author, however this is the second book of the series. I really had a time getting past the few chapters mostly because I couldn’t get into it. But as I continued to read I started to understand Leo’s story. I will tell you that I was drawn to this story because of the cover. Leo’s father refused to be king when he was alive, so does Leo follow in his father’s footsteps? I do feel like I should have book one and then book two so I will definitely be looking into the first one. I do suggest that you read it in order though because it might make connections easier to grasp. I am definitely looking forward to reading the first one and probably rereading this one before moving on to the next book.

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King is the second book in The Blood Prince Trilogy. Like her previous book the writing was wonderful and absorbing and most definitely enthralling, nothing like what you would expect from a high schooler. Ayla Marie most certainly has talent and I will look forward to reading more from her in the future.

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I didn’t know what to expect when I picked up The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie, and I actually found book two first. The Blood Prince is this authors debut novel and I was flabbergasted by how much I really enjoyed it. I didn’t know until I looked on Goodreads that Ayla Marie is a High School student?! What? It definitely did not read like a novel written by a high school student. Such suspenseful, well done writing. I can’t wait to read book two.

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Carla Clemmons

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I definitely recommend reading the first book before reading this one. This was a great jump into the second book and I loved how you get to read from three different perspectives. I really enjoyed getting to have insight into the other characters. Leo has to make some hard decisions to keep his family safe. Having to learn who you can trust is never easy and then finding a place to be safe. This book pulls you in just like the first. As always there are twists and turns in the plot that leaves you on a small cliffhanger for book three!

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Shannen Kern

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Book 2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The second book in the series, The Uncrowned King, is full of action and excitement! I do not recommend picking this one up without reading the first as it picks up right where the first one ends. Leo and his family deal with several twists and turns that I didn’t see coming in a story that ended too soon for me! It follows the structure of the first following multiple points of view of Leo, Elana, and Cael. Leo just wants to find peace for him and his family. Will he finally accomplish his goal, or will he be stopped. This author is quickly becoming one that I will watch for their work. I hope you have your responsibilities taken care of because you will ignore them while you get lost in this book! I can’t wait to see what this author has in store for us next.

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by Shannen Kern

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the series and what an amazing start! Since I hadn’t read anything by this author before, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was pleased to be pulled into an adventurous YA fantasy that pulled at my heartstrings. It is definitely a rollercoaster of emotions with characters that you root for and become invested in quite quickly. This book didn’t feel rushed at all, which I fully appreciated as the author took care in creating a magnificent world. Do yourself a favor and get in this book for the weekend!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Book 2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Blood Prnice series. This book follows on from the first so I highly recommend going back to read the first prior to this one if you havent already.

Once again I had a great time following Leo and co. on their adventures learning the way around their new lives. I was again drawn in by the characters and the world surrounding them, well-written and full of twists to keep you engaged to the end.

I have become emotionally invested in the character’s lives and can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in the series.

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Blood Prince series, a great fantasy read. It daws you in from the beginning and you can’t help but fall in love with the characters and the world that thye inhabit.

I enjoyed following Leo and his family on ther journey, routing for their success. The plot was interesting in why they made the choices they did and their hopes for the future.

There were moments the danger had me on the edge of my seat. I couldn’t get enough and had to know what would happen next. The secrets and twists making this need stronger as I read on.

Enjoyable read and now onti the next in the series!

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Book 2) by Ayla Marie – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Leo, his family and their newfound friends are back but the danger is nowhere near over for this rag tag band, they are trying to adjust to the life that they have found since Leo was introduced to the royal family in Illena since finding out he is a lost prince from their bloodline. Meanwhile, he is trying to come to terms with everything which has happened recently, especially about the ones he has left behind and those he has lost, but his brother is helping him not to fall down the rabbit hole of despair which he is determined not to fall back into.

Meanwhile, the group are learning how to live within their newly acquired luxurious lifestyle and all the pitfalls which come with living in polite society. However, they have not only caught the attention of the other royals, a band of ne’er-do-wells are also keeping them in their sights, but they have no idea just who they are tailing and how quickly the tables can be turned on them, especially as time moves on and the parallels between their and Leo’s lives become apparent and a truce is called.

As the days pass and things move along, Leo is finally starting to hope that this is a place where they can finally settle and maybe find the peace that they are all so desperately looking for, but as soon as he starts to let his guard down, his past come straight back in to rip it to pieces, but this time with all his emotional turmoil, can he stop himself from falling into the endless downward spiral he dreads, or will he be forced to meld his past and present to protect his future? This is another fast-paced dive into this fantasy world where truths, lies, revelations and secrets abound as the twists and turns in this emotional rollercoaster which will leave you gasping and living the “one last chapter” dream until you reach the end.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Kerry Carr

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book 2 in The Blood Prince Trilogy and wow the story just keeps getting better. I do strongly recommend reading these books in order as if you don’t you will miss major details that you need to be able to understand and follow this book.
This is a YA story that is full of action and adventure. There are so many twists and turns in this book that I couldnt put it down until I was finished.
The authors world and charcter building was amazing and really brought everything to life.
Even though this is a YA story I found it just as enjoyable in my 30s and I am so excited for the next book to see how the story ends.
I feel like I have been on a rollercoaster with these characters through good and bad, heartbreak, sorrow and happiness. They are like family that you don’t want to let go but at the same time I want to see what is in store for them next.

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series. I highly suggest reading the first book before this one to help your enhancement of this series as well as the characters. In this book Leo and his siblings find their new home. What will happen when the past comes to the present and they are after blood. They are now in a game of fight for survival. Who will win and who will lose is up to you to read and find out. You don’t want to miss out for sure. It was great seeing the characters again and what situation they found themselves in. My favorite is Leo and his determination is great. I enjoyed watching the growth of the characters and the plot throughout the story. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down and engaging. A story that will keep you coming back for more until the end. I really enjoyed this book and this series. I highly recommend this book.

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The Blood Prince (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book of a two book series which was entertaining to read. What a great start to a new series and I look forward to picking up book two. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. I enjoyed the author’s writing skills that brought the story to life. Her attention to details brought reality to the story. This is a story about two brothers who have a magical power. They find themselves in a situation where they are forced to leave a life they have always known to find another. It becomes a game of survival, one of which you do not want to miss. I enjoyed these characters and how relatable they are. They are strong characters that add so much to the story. This is a fast paced, engaging story that had me turning pages fast just to find out what happened next. I really enjoyed reading this book. I highly recommend this book.

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Tausha Treadway

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Book 2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie. This is the second book in the Blood Prince series and its so good. I do recommend reading the first book to better understand characters and timelines. Its about Leo who is supposed to be the next King but he doesn’t want that. He doesn’t want the power he just wants to use the position to make a place for him and his loved ones. When he is first presented with the crown he automatically says no but he and his family decide they can use that position for their betterment. Will Leo succeed in finding a place for his family and friends to thrive and feel safe in? There is murder, intrigue, loyalty and more in this family tale that is a young adult read but I really enjoyed it and I think others will too. Its a fast paced read that will have you reading until you finish. Do yourself a favor and read this fun young adult fantasy, you won’t be disappointed!

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Callie Luna

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Book 2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King is sequel of The Blood Prince. I would recommend reading that one first before diving into this next part of the story! The Uncrowned King picks up right at the height of the action with Leo and his siblings surrounded by the court of IIlena. Are they any safer in this new place? Leo must make some tuff decisions to keep his family safe. Will all hope be lost? The book has three main perspectives (Leo, Elena, and Cael). I like the change of narrator because we get more insight into the other characters. I recommend reading book these books by Ayla Marie, she is talented writer! There is a minor cliffhanger at the end of the story so I am anxiously awaiting the next book.

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Hannah Porter

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Running here after finishing the first book. I couldn’t wait to read this one, so I could see what happens with our beloved family. Ayla Marie has done it again, sucking me into this amazing world she’s built, making me read this in one day lol. The storytelling has me feeling all the emotions they felt and more. The danger, action, and crazy twist and turn she again has left me hanging on to her every word. I still love all the different POVs. and I also still love Leo lmao.
Omg i can’t believe I have to wait to read the next and final book of this series. 😣

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by Hannah Porter

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was my first read by this author and this book is unlike any book I have ever read to be honest but in a good way. This author built an amazing imaginative world filled with great details. This book is mostly told by Leo but part two is about his adopted brother Cael. I really enjoyed this read, it will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat, with all the action and drama you gotta love it. I also love Leo, with his determination and loyalty to his family to keep them safe. What’s not to love? I’m heading to read the second one right now!

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Book 2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King is the second book in The Blood Prince YA fantasy series. Leo is the rightful heir to the throne but doesn’t want to be King, he just hopes to use his connection to the crown to secure a safe place for him and those he loves.

This is an exciting book full of action and intrigue. Every decision Leo and his family make is watched by those around them and could impact their safety, positively or negatively. They must choose who to trust, which rules to bend, when to insist on doing things their way.

The story gets quite dark at times, and emotional at others (and of course dark and emotional!). There were times when I had to put it down for a moment just to absorb what had happened and have a break from the intensity! But other times I couldn’t put it down because I needed to know what happened next.

The Uncrowned King gets five stars from me! I’d recommend it to fans of fantasy series with maps in the front and unconventional families with tight bonds.

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The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie-Review by Victoria McQuigg

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie is the second book in The Blood Prince Trilogy. Definitely read these books in order as they are not stand alone. I do not want to give to much away. But this book picks up where the first left off. Following Leo and his siblings as they navigate the new world of Illena that they now find themselves in. This book is full to the brim with action and intrigue and you will not want to put it down. 5 out of 5 stars!

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie-Review by Victoria McQuigg

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie is the first book of two. The first half of the book is told from Leo’s perspective. He is a mercenary and extremely dangerous. His parents are past and he does everything he can to protect his siblings. When one of his siblings turns out to have the same powers that make him so dangerous, they must flee to live. This story is so immersive and incredible. Their story is all about persevering through difficult times. I highly recommend this story and look forward to seeing what else this author does in the future. 4 out of 5 stars.

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Mandy Ott

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King is the second book in The Blood Prince Series by Ayla Marie and it is just as exciting and emotional as the first! This book continues where the first left off and finds Leo and his family in Arkezo, the home of his father and other blood relatives. Leo, Cael, and the others are trying to navigate a new city, lots of new information regarding Leo’s lineage and the history between the different people, as well as dealing with more loss. At times, I almost felt overwhelmed with emotion myself. There are just as many twists and turns in this story as the first and it kept me on the edge of my seat the entire book! Ayla Marie’s world building is spectacular! The sights, sounds, and smells of the city permeate off the page to transport the reader into the story. Not to give too much away, but it seems as though Leo’s story will continue and I am anxiously awaiting when it does!

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Daryian Lucas

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 stars
This is book 2 in this series and it’s a great continuation of the series. Just as detailed and action packed as the first one. Where some series fall off after the first book, I can tell this series will just keep getting better.

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by Daryian Lucas

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 stars
This is book one in this series and it set the tone. The world building is phenomenal and the characters have so much depth. The storyline is very solid and intriguing. There’s a lot of action in this book that keeps you interested!

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by Mandy Ott

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ayla Marie is a new author for me, and definitely one I will read again! The Blood Prince is the first of two books focused on Leo and his family. There is so much more emotion in this book than I was suspecting. Leo’s bond with his siblings is so pure and they are all so protective of one another; it’s amazing to feel through the pages of a book. The characters are so realistically flawed and believable that I couldn’t help but feel connected to them somehow. This young adult fantasy was not a quick read, but rather, one to curl up with and immerse yourself in. The world building of Ayla Marie is as fantastical as the content of the story! I found myself walking through the woods with the Hael family, wandering the filthy streets of Somereil, and exploring the wonder of the city of Wate. There were so many twists to this adventure that I was kept on my toes throughout the entirety of the book. I cannot wait to read the next book!

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The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie – review by Jennifer Larson

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King
By Ayla Marie

The Uncrowned king by Ayla Marie is the second installment to The Blood Prince. It is a story that surrounds Leo and his families hardships and constant struggle to find a peaceful life.

Leo and his siblings do everything in their power to survive, and they finally find a place where they feel like they can thrive. Being the heir to the throne of Illena making it all seem plausible, but Leo just wants to make sure his family is safe and taken care of. With no desire to take the throne.

I loved this tale, Ayla did a beautiful job capturing the essence of each character and how they fit into each part of the story. I couldn’t put this one down, I read it in a day literally. She did an excellent job staging every major event and that family and the ones you love will always prevail. 5 stars!

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Kerry Baker

The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was really looking forward to getting my hands on the second book in the series and it definitely did not disappoint. I was pulled straight back into the story and the characters, as though I hadn’t stopped reading. I would highly recommend reading the first book before this, otherwise you would miss a lot of important content and information.
This book is even better than the first and I loved watching how the story played out. So much seems to happen and the story progresses, but the author handles it all with ease. The book is exciting and action packed, right from the word go. It felt like it was always on a knifes edge and could go anyway at any time. This book is well developed, interesting and a brilliant read. I cannot wait for the next one to see what happens.

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – review by Jennifer Larson

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Blood Prince
By Ayla Marie

The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie is a captivating story that brings hardships into a story that shows how you can overcome even the darkest of times. Family being everything, that you would do anything for them no matter the cost. That even in loss you can prevail.

I rate this book 4 stars, it has flow and amazing characters. The way this young author has created this world, they will flourish with how well they captivated Leo and his families story.

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The Blood Prince (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Lucy Machard

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Definitely lots of world building! I had to slow down and take my time with it, and the beginning was a little confusing, but i definitely enjoyed it! It’s a great action fantasy novel, and I highly recommend!!

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