Ok I am unhappy, I wrote a good long review, now where it is you ask? Oh it is gone, I deleted it by mistake *headdesk* This will be shorter

Verden is Lord of the Hunt, poor thing, I did feel sorry for him later on in the book when I realized that he is not truly free in a way. He does his job and guards Annwyn and looks after the mortal world.

Taryn is a fairy who grew up in the mortal world. Now she is a court to plead for her parent's life and she will do anything to get what they want. To be back. She had a great spirit and I liked her.

These two should not fall in love, he has his duties and she should focus on her quest at hand. Later on you will see why they should have let it be as things evolve. But passion can't be stopped.

Passion, court intrigues and two lovers caught up in the middle of it all. ( )

Lord of the Hunt (Court of Annwyn #2) by Shona Husk

Taryn is a Fae raised in the human world. She crossed to Annwyn in hopes of negotiating a pardon for her exiled parents from the King.

Verden, Lord of the Hunt, is instantly attracted to Taryn. His loyalty is sworn to the King, but he finds himself conflicted, wanting to help Taryn.

Taryn is a great character. Her personality and values are so different from those of the Fae court that it makes a fascinating story. She loves her parents and is willing to do anything for them. She finds herself attracted to Verden but knows she cannot show interest in him, or she risks losing the King’s favor.

Verden worked his way through the court to become the King’s right-hand man/Fae. As the court Enforcer, he has existed his life showing no emotion. Any sign of weakness is a risk at court.
I like that Verden found his time alone with Taryn refreshing. He could let his guard down around her and be himself.

I appreciate that Verden helps Taryn with court politics. In return, Taryn makes Verden reevaluate his priorities and what is important in life.

Shona Husk does an exceptional job describing Annwyn. She created a beautiful world that captured my imagination.

The plot was exceptional. The story was creative with mystery and suspense. Lord of the Hunt is truly magical. I look forward to reading Prince Felan story To Love a King (Court of Annwyn #3).

Complimentary copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. ( )

The second book in the Court of Annwyn trilogy, Shona Husk’s ‘Lord of the Hunt’ invites us into fairyland where winter is approaching as the reign of King Gwyn nears its end. With the acrimony between the King and Queen accelerating the death of Annwyn, and no clear successor to the throne, the court is in flux and it’s not a good time to be seeking the favour of the King, but Taryn has no choice. Any fae on the mortal side of the veil at the moment of the crowns transfer will die and Taryn must ask the King to revoke her father’s exile and allow her parents to return to Annwyn so they may survive. Having been raised in the mortal world, Taryn is naive about the ways of the court but is determined to successfully negotiate its perils to save her parents.

Taryn finds an unlikely ally in Verden, The Lord of the Hunt and the King’s most loyal subject. Verden is drawn to Taryn’s innocence and beauty, risking the displeasure of the King and his own position when he falls in love with her. The forbidden romance between Taryn and Verden is at the heart of the story and while the relationship develops quickly it doesn’t seem forced. I enjoyed reading of their stolen moments of passion, their secretive forays into the mortal world and their struggle to be both loyal and true.

The world building is intricate and convincing. The politics and intrigue of court play out in the background of this novel as the fairies maneuver for the power of the throne. Prince Felan, the King and Queen’s son is the obvious heir but the Queen, bitter and hateful, opposes his succession in favour of an unknown threat. Taryn needs the favour of the King but putting the Queen offside is dangerous and she unwittingly becomes a pawn in their feud. The power struggle and the manipulations of court adds plenty of interest to the novel and is a rational obstacle to Taryn and Verden’s romance.

Though this is the second novel in the trilogy, it reads well as a stand alone. Creative and entertaining, The Lord of the Hunt is an engaging paranormal romance. ( )