Reign Fall (Demon Princess, #3)

Dec 26, 2012 Jennifer rated it 5 of 5 stars

Thank you to Michelle Rowen for sending me an eARC!
I was dying in agony waiting for the third book in this series. I devoured the whole thing in one day and then I read it again!

Half-Demon Princess Nikki just can't catch a break. Her dragon oracle friend/kind of ex-boyfriend Chris sees a new danger coming for her. Her best friend Melinda is a demon slayer. She hasn't seen Michael, her unofficial boyfriend in two weeks. Rhys the faery king continues to try to make her jealous. Her mom is dating...more

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Jan 06, 2013 Katy rated it 4 of 5 stars

3 for the first half and 5 for the second half...

This is one of those cheesy but oh-so-cute series that you cannot help but love, and this book sure didn't disappoint.

I liked the first half, but it wasn't great. I'm not sure if it's because it's been so long since Book 2 came out (and by the way, I am SO glad Rowen decided to come out with the third book because I remember her saying she wasn't sure if the series was going to continue due to lack of interest). Book 2 kind of left us with an "OMG...more

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Dec 23, 2011 Amanda rated it 5 of 5 stars

Rating: ★★★★☆ I loved it!

Secrets. I was beyond happy when I found out Michelle was going to finish her Demon Princess series and even happier when she asked for reviewers. This has been a favourite YA series of mine since I read the first two books mid last year and I have to say I loved this as much as the others. I liked the way Michelle had mini recaps of the previous books sprinkled through the first couple chapters to bring me up to speed without being annoying about it. A lot of secrets ar...more

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Aug 16, 2012 Bibliojunkies added it

Prophesies, demon slayers, dragons, homework… It’s going to be a hell of a week!

It’s been a dangerous ride for Nikki Donovan since she first learned she’s a demon princess. And the ride isn’t over yet!

She’s just found out that her best friend is a demon slayer in training, one who doesn’t know that Nikki is exactly the prey she’s sworn to hunt. Nikki’s demon king father has signed her up for lessons in how to master her erratic half-demon powers, and that’s on top of her regular homework! Also,...more

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May 20, 2012 Cindy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Nikki Donovan is a Demon Princess, her father is King of the Shadowlands, bound to a mysterious castle that keeps the citizens of hell from attaining entry to the human plain. Nikki Donovan is prophesied to marry Rhys, King of the Faery Realm. Nikki Donovan is in love with her Shadow bodyguard Michael, a love that is strictly forbidden by law. While trying to juggle all that is happening in her world, her date from the Winter Formal is going crazy, having seen her Darkling form, her would be sui...more

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Mar 27, 2012 OpenBookSociety.com rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Beware of spoilers

The third installment in the series does not disappoint. It could be a stand-alone book; there’s so much background detail. I liked having the refresher.

Nikki has matured a great deal but in some ways she is still very childish. She takes pleasure in deliberately annoying her father. I can’t blame her for acting out, her entire life changed in an instant.

Poor Melinda. She got the shock of her life in this book. Her reactions are com...more

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Mar 22, 2012 Karissa rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Demon Princess series; the 4th book, Reign Storm, is supposed to be out later this year and is the final book in this series. I really enjoy this series; the books are easy to read and lots of fun. I love watching Nikki as she tries to balance her life as a student and as a demon princess.

Nikki is trying to recover from the events of the last book and her trip to Hell. Michael, Nikki's shadow boyfriend, is having some strange after-effects from absorbing the other s...more This is the third book in the Demon Princess series; the 4th book, Reign Storm, is supposed to be out later this year and is the final book in this series. I really enjoy this series; the books are easy to read and lots of fun. I love watching Nikki as she tries to balance her life as a student and as a demon princess.

Nikki is trying to recover from the events of the last book and her trip to Hell. Michael, Nikki's shadow boyfriend, is having some strange after-effects from absorbing the other shadow, Jarvis, who threatened Nikki's life in book 2. Nikki loves Michael but something is wrong with him and he seems to be a danger not only to himself but also Nikki. Can Rhys lend a helping hand and help Nikki figure out the mystery behind the Shadow's problems?

These books are a lot of fun and have wonderful characters. I will admit that this book was more drama than the previous books and not nearly as much action. I am more of an action person, but I do love these characters so I was okay with reading the drama too. Watching Nikki try and deal with her demon-slaying best friend was a hoot and there are some interesting things that happen in this book on that front.

Rhys is actually in the story a lot more than Michael and it was fun to watch him and Nikki interact. We get to see a side of Rhys that we haven't seen in previous book and watch as he matures into a more responsible Fairy King.

Michael's character is much darker in this book; he is dealing with some heavy repercussions from the events in book 2. His need for secrecy is driving Nikki and him apart. He does spend some time training Nikki to use her demon powers and it was fun to watch Nikki explore her power and get better at controlling it.

We also get to meet part of Nikki's dad's castle and that was pretty cool. Yes, I did say meet the castle...in person...kind of.

The story ends on a pretty big cliffhanger and I am dying to know what will happen to Michael and the Shadowlands.

Overall a solid addition to the series. I really enjoy this series; I loved the characters and find that it is just a wonderfully easy and fun read. I am so happy that Rowen decided to complete it. I absolutely cannot wait to see how things turn out in the final book, Reign Storm. These aren't heavy books or incredilby creative books; but they are really well written, lots of fun, and full of great characters. If you love YA paranormal reads I highly recommend this series.(less)

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Jan 16, 2012 Jenny rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: highly-recommended

Damn it Michelle, why do you torture me with your perfect triangle? I was supposed to be Team Michael. And now I have happy wedding thoughts for Rhys and Nikki. Damn it all.

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Jan 18, 2012 Tori smexys_sidekick rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc, e-book, ya, read-in-2012

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Favorite Quote: “Oh, go point that thing somewhere else, you idiot!”

In Reign Check, the second book, Nikki took a field trip to Hell and almost dies…only to be saved by her crush, Michael. Reign Fall picks up three weeks later. Nikki hasn’t seen Michael in all that time so when she is summoned to her father’s castle, she prepares to give him an earful. When she arrives, she meets a young boy who speaks to her in riddles, hinting at sec...more Originally posted at http://www.smexybooks.com/2012/01/rev...

Favorite Quote: “Oh, go point that thing somewhere else, you idiot!”

In Reign Check, the second book, Nikki took a field trip to Hell and almost dies…only to be saved by her crush, Michael. Reign Fall picks up three weeks later. Nikki hasn’t seen Michael in all that time so when she is summoned to her father’s castle, she prepares to give him an earful. When she arrives, she meets a young boy who speaks to her in riddles, hinting at secrets that only she can reveal and solve. Nikki senses something is different with Michael and her father confirms it. Michael asks Nikki for a favor which results in Nikki having to negotiate with Rhys. Rhys is now dating her BFF Melinda but keeps making references to their getting married to fulfill the prophesy. Nikki is honest that she is on the fence with Michael and Rhys. Each of them different and appealing in their own way, I don’t envy Nikki having to choose. As Nikki tries to help Michael and avoid Rhys, something stalks her in the night, eager to end Nikki’s problems once and for all.

Michelle Rowen’s Reign Fall is the third book in her light hearted fantasy YA series that centers around a sixteen year old girl who just found out she is a half demon princess. It has a soap opera feel to it that is cute and engaging as you follow Nikki from one adventure to another. A normal sixteen year old, Nikki balances high school and learning about her demon heritage with plenty of humor and snark. The story line is steady with witty dialogue and personable characters though certain scenes dragged while others seemed rushed.

Ms. Rowen does a nice job of bringing you up to speed from Reign Check to here in the first few chapters. While there is a fourth and final book that will wrap this whole series up, I enjoyed that this book is as viable as the last two. Often a four series trilogy or would you call this a quad-ilogy? Hmmm? Anyway, there will usually be one book that is nothing more then a filler. We don’t get that in here. Ms. Rowen moves through this story with purpose as she begins to wrap up loose ends and answer important questions to prepare us for the end.

I did hope to see Nikki mature more then she did. She acted much younger at times. I also didn’t like what she did to Michael. I realize this series actually takes place in a relatively short time but Nikki’s avoidance of conflict continues to annoy at times. Her scene with Michael left a bad taste in my mouth. I don’t want to expand upon it for fear of spoiling but honestly, I wanted to smack her for that.

The ending is solid, wrapping up the main conflict nicely while leaving us with some raised eyebrows as new sub plots are opened and previously marked upon avenues are expanded upon. I look forward to book four and seeing how Ms. Rowen wraps this up.

Overall Rating: C+(less)

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Mar 12, 2012 Brandi rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: demons, faeries, love-triangle, supernatural

This third edition of the Demon Princess just affirmed how much I adore Michelle Rowen. I cannot wait until the next book to see how it all turns out. Nikki is a demon princess who continues to grow and come into her own. The debate between Michael and Rhys rages on. I stand firm on the side of team Rhys, this book made me love him even more. I will admit that seeing Michael's jealous side made him the teensiest bit more attractive. (I know I'm weird) The conflict between Maegan and Nikki was ha...more

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Jan 24, 2012 Nafiza rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012

The third book in the Demon Princess series definitely does not disappoint. Book 1 was okay, Book 2 was good but Book 3 won me over. I realize that the publishing house dropped the series so Ms. Rowen, listening to the enraged (and desperate) cries of her fans, went ahead and self-published this book and you know what? It rocks. It seriously rocks. There are so many things I liked about it so get comfortable as I recount them.

1. Nikki continues to grow as a character and I totally appreciate tha...more The third book in the Demon Princess series definitely does not disappoint. Book 1 was okay, Book 2 was good but Book 3 won me over. I realize that the publishing house dropped the series so Ms. Rowen, listening to the enraged (and desperate) cries of her fans, went ahead and self-published this book and you know what? It rocks. It seriously rocks. There are so many things I liked about it so get comfortable as I recount them.

1. Nikki continues to grow as a character and I totally appreciate that. She didn't start off as someone I could like very much but as the series continues, she comes into her own and you can actually map her growth by her responses to certain events. In fact, the major players in the series all seem to be evolving and I really, really like that. I like how faery prince seems to be changing just as much as I like how the Shadow is becoming something (or someone?) different. It's fascinating.

2. The honesty. You know how sometimes you read books and you figure out everything before the characters know it (dramatic irony?) not because it is a secret or something but because they refuse to put it out there (maybe to create tension or suspense, I dunno) but in The Demon Series, people just tell each other stuff and I APPRECIATE THAT SO MUCH. Even the stuff that is not easy to tell. For example, Nikki and her Shadow "boyfriend" (that is in quotes because there seems to be an ambiguity about their relationship). They tell each other stuff that I wouldn't tell my boyfriend, like you, she actually liked kissing Faery Prince (not that I blame her, I mean, the dude is totally hot). And he returns the honesty. It's something refreshing and this earns lots of points with me.

3. The friendship. Okay, so you're a demon (well half, but whose measuring?) and your best friend is a demon slayer. You see how that could get awkward? Yeah but Rowen manages to avoid melodrama and keep it fresh and funny between the girls. I liked the lack of pathos and once again, honesty.

4. Girl Power. There is no damsel in distress trope going on here. Nikki saves herself. More than once. And does it brilliantly.

If you are in the mood for fluff, hot boys and kick ass heroines, give this series a go. You will laugh, swoon and sometimes roll your eyes. It's good as ice cream.(less)

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Apr 06, 2013 Katie Wurn rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: demons, magic, princesses, urban-fantasy

Woo! What a book!!! Evil faeries, semi-crazy hot guy that might be a dragon, demon-slaying best friends, energy consuming maybe boyfriend, prophecies galore, what more could you ask for?

This series is getting really good! I am loving the different characters, and finding out where they come from. Human world, demon world, exciting stuff.

It makes me sad to see how Michael is changing after the last battle, but I think it's for the better. Nikki will save him from a horrible fate, and change Shad...more

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Jan 12, 2012 PattyPepperpotts rated it 5 of 5 stars

This is a great series to follow!

I loved reading this series so much! I've only got time to jot a few words, and then I'm back to my 'official work duties' so, all I can say for now is that this book as well as the previous ones in this series is a definite must read and I'd recommend it to those who've enjoyed Iron Fey series by Julie Kagawa or Jenna Black's Faeriewalker series (though this is not faerie kind of novel). Quite frankly, in my opinion, this series ranks higher in my list than tho...more

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Apr 16, 2012 Jessica Dillon rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: demon-princess, favourite-authors, great-series, halirious, hot-male-characters

This series just keeps on getting better and better. I am the apsolute biggest fan of Michelle Rowen. Not only are her books unlike all the same old, same old, stuff around at the moment. She writes in such a halirious manner. Although I love both the Faery King and the Shadow Servant, I so want Nikki to choose Rhys!! I have a feeling Michael is going to go evil. That Faery rose Rhys gave to her, how sweet. I love the added drama of psychotic faerys, a demon hunter for a best friend and an ex tu...more

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Jun 12, 2012 Miss Ami E. Bowen rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites, favourite-books, most-engaging-stories, read-60-books-in-2012-challenge

This was a very fast and fun read for me. I am really enjoying Nikki's character and the triangle between her and The Shadow and The Faery King kept me turning the pages as well as the other mysteries in this series. It seems as soon as one mystery is solved three more pop up to take its place! I am looking forward very much to the fourth installment in this saga; "Reign Storm" and I really hope that the author has planned at least a six-book series so that we don't have to say goodbye to this w...more

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Dec 14, 2011 Mandy Rosas rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: pounce-worthy, ya

First of all, I want to thank the lovely Michelle Rowen for sending me the e-ARC of this book.

I will admit - I had to go back and re-read the first two, because it's just been so long, and with so many other books in between, I was a bit confused about Nikki's story, but once I was finished with those two, I remembered just how great this story is.

Reign Fall continues Nikki, the half-demon princess's story. One of the things that's so great about the Demon Princess books is that while the supern...more First of all, I want to thank the lovely Michelle Rowen for sending me the e-ARC of this book.

I will admit - I had to go back and re-read the first two, because it's just been so long, and with so many other books in between, I was a bit confused about Nikki's story, but once I was finished with those two, I remembered just how great this story is.

Reign Fall continues Nikki, the half-demon princess's story. One of the things that's so great about the Demon Princess books is that while the supernatural is (obviously) a huge part of the plot and story, the problems Nikki faces - psychological problems concerning people around her, troubles accepting our bodies' change during adolescent years, conflicts between friends, etc - are all very much real, even if the spark behind those problems are a little less conventional.
The whole side story with Clara was something I had never, not in a thousand years anticipated, and I loved that. It's always great when an author can take a character and totally surprise you with it.
Nikki herself made me laugh. She gets annoyed almost as quickly as I do, and she deals with it in pretty much the same way as me - venting to any and everyone who happens to be around.
Michael... I can't say I've ever been a big fan of his (I have a huge, gaping, obsolutely ridiculously big weak point for feary kings), but in this book, he just plain-out bothered me. Keeping secrets is never a good thing in a relationship, and he could have at least told Nikki why he refused to kiss her. Instead, he gets all angtsy and jealous and throws a fit, then screws up.
Rhys, on the other hand, was amazing (although, as mentioned above, I'm probably a tad biased here lol). I love his sense of humor and his sarcasm. I love that he hides his true, broken and young self behind this tougher-than-thou facade. He's a very complex character, and I was sad there wasn't as much of him in the book as I wanted there to be.
Melinda surprised me. I never expected her to do the things she did, but I was glad she did them (well,except for one thing, but she did redeem herself later on, so no harm done).

On the whole, a great book. An excellent sequel to the first two which I'm sure Nikki fans will love. Can't wait for Reign Storm; that ending was just mean, and the fourth one promises great things to come!(less)

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Apr 26, 2012 Denice rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: angels-demons, paranormal-challenge

Looks like the creature who wants Nikki dead is just a jealous fey… I thought the creature was a very powerful entity who wants to kill Nikki because Nikki was prophesied to destroy the world, but later on it was revealed that the prophecy was a little bit wrong… It turns out that Nikki will destroy only one world – the Shadow world… In my interpretation, maybe Nikki will not literally destroy but maybe changed the rules… And how about Michael? Where is he? I really believe that Nikki’s father o...more

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Mar 25, 2012 Aileen rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: epub-nook

I AM SO DEPRESSED. I NEED THE NEXT BOOK NOW!!!!!!! FIRST there were only two...THEN the third came out and I WAS SO HAPPY...THEN THERE IS A FOURTH THAT IS NOT WRITTEN YET!!!!!! I CANNOT HANDLE THE WAITING!!!!! I MUST KNOW WHAT HAPPENS!!!!!! I NEED TO KNOW!!!!! I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOO afraid that Michael is going to die in the fourth book. I am TERRIFIED of this because he's soooo great. But...I'm now REALLY starting to like Rhys as well...BUT I JUST LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH...Okay...my freak out is o...more

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Jul 16, 2012 ~+-+Vanora+-+~ rated it 4 of 5 stars

Score: 4/5 stars

If you love Demon Princess series, do like the official Demon Princess Series Facebook page for the latest updates on Demon Princess Series from Michelle Rowen!

Demon Princess series is the series I would recommend if you are in looking for fluffy, light-hearted and enjoyable read if you love romance with all things paranormal and supernatural.

I was so worried when the publishing house dropped Demon Princess series and I wouldn't be able to find out what happened after Reign Chec ...more

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Apr 27, 2013 Janie rated it 5 of 5 stars

I chose this book because I wanted to continue reading the series. This book is about Nikki Donovan being torn between two guys- one that she's prophesied to marry and one that she's forbidden to love. My favorite quote is "Oh, go point that thing somewhere else, you idiot." is my favorite quote because I find it funny. I like the author's writing style because it makes me want to read more. The point of view is on first person. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read about demon...more

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Jul 28, 2012 Nikki rated it 5 of 5 stars

Prophesies, demon slayers, dragons, homework… It’s going to be a hell of a week!

It’s been a dangerous ride for Nikki Donovan since she first learned she’s a demon princess. And the ride isn’t over yet!

She’s just found out that her best friend is a demon slayer in training, one who doesn’t know that Nikki is exactly the prey she’s sworn to hunt. Nikki’s demon king father has signed her up for lessons in how to master her erratic half-demon powers, and that’s on top of her regular homework! Also,...more

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Nov 09, 2012 Cel rated it 5 of 5 stars

I just love this series. I can't get enough of it. The author has killed me in the end. She's left me hanging. I don't think I can wait that long for book 4, which will be released in Feb. 2013. If Michelle Rowen ever comes across this review, ARC is a good therapy for me before I go through a great pain of withdrawal. ;-0)

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Apr 17, 2012 Ynna rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorite, demon-princess-series

Prophesies, demon slayers, dragons, homework… It’s going to be a hell of a week!

It’s been a dangerous ride for Nikki Donovan since she first learned she’s a demon princess. And the ride isn’t over yet!

She’s just found out that her best friend is a demon slayer in training, one who doesn’t know that Nikki is exactly the prey she’s sworn to hunt. Nikki’s demon king father has signed her up for lessons in how to master her erratic half-demon powers, and that’s on top of her regular homework! Also,...more

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Jan 29, 2012 Dana rated it 2 of 5 stars

I don't know if it is because it has been SO long since the first two books but I felt the author spent way too much time back-tracking and reminding us of the previous story that the first 100 pages felt like a chore to read. This was one of my favorite teen series so I hope the fourth and final book lives up to the first two.

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Jan 27, 2013 Mazmum rated it 4 of 5 stars

Ok Michelle, now you need to put down all of the other series/books you are working on and finish this series and put me out of my misery - I need to know how it will end!

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Oct 23, 2012 Nicole Lessard rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: kindle

The library didn't have it and it was $4 on the kindle. No-brainer

Was in a lounge and read mood last night and polished this off. It's just such a cute series!

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Mar 07, 2012 Claire rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-2012

I had forgotten how much I liked this series! Although, during the first few chapters, part of me wanted to abandon the whole thing. I kept going cause it got more interesting and then by the end of the book, I was gasping and in one instance yelling at the book (well at Nikki, really). I am really happy that Michelle Rowen decided to self-publish these books to round out the series, cause I would hate not knowing and then the first 2 books would end up getting sold cause I had no closure. Anywa...more

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Apr 25, 2013 Mayara rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: demons

This girl is seriously beginning to piss me of... I don't know if I will even have the patience to read the next book ¬¬

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Oct 23, 2012 Jolice rated it 5 of 5 stars

I seriously, seriously live the way of the jealousy betweent the two guys and how the friendship between the two girls lasts!!!

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Mar 13, 2012 Chris rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads

I really love this series...If you want a story that has a little bit of everything paranormal is in here...

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