Just outside of the big city limits of Lexington, Kentucky, the small and mysterious town of Shady Oaks exists. With a eerily welcoming presence, it offers its residents charm, beauty, and secrets. Surrounded by a large forest and rivers, this secluded town provides the perfect scene for supernatural and paranormal events to occur. Only, the humans haven’t learned of the secrets their alluring … town holds. Or have they?
Get ready, the battle for the crown has just begun.
Sophie had been under the spotlight since her birth. As the chosen one in her coven, she was the first female witch born in centuries in the Ice Coven patriarchy. Only, the last thing Sophie ever wanted was the power behind the crown that would soon enough be hers.
Pierce has been watching Sophie since the day she was born. As a vampire, he roamed the town of Shady Oaks, believing his only purpose was to watch a girl he loved, but didn’t know. Captivated by the beauty and mystery plaguing the beautiful Sophie, he spent his days protecting her. Only, Sophie didn’t even know he existed.
When Pierce finally introduces himself to Sophie at her Claiming Ceremony, Sophie learns about the dangers lurking all around her. Fearing for her own life, Sophie learns a family member wants her dead, and to steal the crown and power that Sophie is promised. As she begins to trust Pierce, their relationship blooms into one more serious and sinister than they ever could have imagined. With the help of her seven brothers and cousins and friends from Shady Oaks, this pair must stop at nothing to save Sophie’s life, before someone else ends it altogether. In this young adult fantasy novel, Sophie quickly learns that the truly wicked are those closest to us.
This is a Young Adult paranormal twist on classic fairy tale story in the Shady Oaks series. This series of books twists your favorite fairy tales, legends, and myths into paranormal and supernatural stories for both young adults and adults. Each one is labeled for either young adults or adults, so make sure to pick carefully. The series is a collaborative effort by multiple authors from Kingston Publishing. Each book is generally a stand-alone, so you can read them in any order.
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I loved this book! I have been enjoying every book in the Shady Oaks series so far. This one is perfect for the paranormal romance lover. I loved Sophie and Pierce, they were great together and between the drama, action and steam is one great story!
Crown of Ice is the fifth standalone book in the Shady Oaks series.
Final Rating: 5 Stars
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The town is hidden from everything and this town has lots of secrets. It is also the place where the supernatural can live in peace until problems occur. What problems will happen? How will the town deal with it? See what will happen
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Crown of Ice by Michelle Areaux is a wonderful story that I really loved reading. This is book number five i this wonderful series that I can not get enough of. I highly recommend this story to everyone that loves reading about fantasy and paranormal romances.
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Crown of Ice
A Young Adult Romance
Shady Oaks Series Book 5
Michelle Areaux
Full of drama and twists this book held my attention from the get go. I loved the characters, and the storyline. Wonderful book.
Pierce the vampire has loved Sophie the witch and soon to be Ice Queen of her coven since the day she was born. When he finally revealed himself they have a long tortured journey to get to their HEA. But love will conquer all. Fun read with great characters.
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Crown of Ice is the first book by Michelle Areaux that I’ve read and it won’t be the last. The storyline was engaging and kept my interest as well as the action, drama, twists, and emotional turmoil that created tension for Pierce and Sophie. They are both strong characters and that made for a well balanced couple. The attraction between the couple simmered along nicely as they engaged in a chemistry that was steamy and hot. Can not wait to read more from this author!
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As one of the few girls born to her family, Sophie knew that at some point she would become the female head of the family coven. Yet, this knowledge has provided her with little comfort as many in her community have treated her poorly. Pierce is a vampire who has fallen for her from afar. At a meaningful ceremony, he reveals himself to her. She is in danger because of the power that she can wield, and a family member wants it.
This book is written in the first-person perspective from Sophie’s point of view. So it seems odd to me that on occasion she would speak from an omniscient viewpoint, not just her own. I also felt like there was too much telling in this book, not showing. The language to me, especially in dialogue, felt stilted.
*possible spoilers*
Back to Shady Oaks we go for a fun spin on the timeless classic of Snow White. The residents of this small town are a little different, as in the Paranormal variety. With the upcoming crowning Sophie finds herself fighting for her life, falling in love, and becoming the powerful witch they knew she would be. When Pierce comes out of the shadows after watching her all her life to save her, it becomes a whirl wind of emotions. You get emerged into a world of witches and vampires, star crossed lovers, and wicked aunts! How could you not fall in love too?
Love this twist to Snow White! The mix of Witches and Vampires was refreshing. The author did a great job of pulling me into the story and kept me turning pages. I love books that are set local to me. Excited to read more from this series.