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Faerie Sworn #2
The Wild Curse
Faeries play a game mortals cannot win... or can they?
Lily Boyd has made many she has trusted blindly, she has freely given her name and she has indebted herself to faeries both dark and light. It seems she's already lost the game, but she still has one winning card up her the Wild Horn, the one item of power that can summon the unstoppable Wild Hunt.
With the balance between Seelie and Unseelie Courts in her hands, Lily must wisely choose her should she side with Cadowain, the light Knight who swore to help her find her missing grandmother? Or should she keep trusting Troy, the dark Trickster who has the power to command her at will through her True Name?
Either way, Lily needs to keep her head and formulate a plan to find her grandmother before it's too late. She needs to remind the immortal faeries that she, too, is willing to play... and they're not unbeatable.
When playing for the win, do not lose sight of what you're willing to sacrifice
The Faerie Sworn Series
Story 0.5: Faerie Nights (available for free via the author's email list)
Book 1: The Wild Hunt
Story 1.5: Faerie Oaths (available for free via the author's email list)
Book 2: The Wild Curse
Story 2.5: Faerie Hearts (Amazon B018ZZQOTM)
Book 3: The Wild Herald
Lily Boyd has made many she has trusted blindly, she has freely given her name and she has indebted herself to faeries both dark and light. It seems she's already lost the game, but she still has one winning card up her the Wild Horn, the one item of power that can summon the unstoppable Wild Hunt.
With the balance between Seelie and Unseelie Courts in her hands, Lily must wisely choose her should she side with Cadowain, the light Knight who swore to help her find her missing grandmother? Or should she keep trusting Troy, the dark Trickster who has the power to command her at will through her True Name?
Either way, Lily needs to keep her head and formulate a plan to find her grandmother before it's too late. She needs to remind the immortal faeries that she, too, is willing to play... and they're not unbeatable.
When playing for the win, do not lose sight of what you're willing to sacrifice
The Faerie Sworn Series
Story 0.5: Faerie Nights (available for free via the author's email list)
Book 1: The Wild Hunt
Story 1.5: Faerie Oaths (available for free via the author's email list)
Book 2: The Wild Curse
Story 2.5: Faerie Hearts (Amazon B018ZZQOTM)
Book 3: The Wild Herald
230 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 23, 2015
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About the author
Ron C. Nieto
37 books504 followersRon C. Nieto is a fantasy and romance author who has been writing in her secluded fortress for the longest time. Recently, she had a talk with her cat and decided that she should share her creations, because it was selfish to hoard them all for herself.
If you would like to know more about her, please visit her website.
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December 11, 2015
If you haven't read the first book in this series, go get it! It's free! Go get it now!
I've stalked this author so that I can become her beta. I love her prose. I love her characters. I love the story and the faerie courts and their ancient intrigues. I found this, the second in series, to be even better than the first book. It has a better conclusion and Lilly gets to grow a lot in this. Also, her relationship with Troy gets to evolve.
I can't wait for the next in series.
I've stalked this author so that I can become her beta. I love her prose. I love her characters. I love the story and the faerie courts and their ancient intrigues. I found this, the second in series, to be even better than the first book. It has a better conclusion and Lilly gets to grow a lot in this. Also, her relationship with Troy gets to evolve.
I can't wait for the next in series.
August 2, 2015
I enjoyed the book. I found the characters engaging, the plot interesting and the writing competent. I definitely won't look at garden gnomes the same again. Hopefully the writer will continue the series sooner rather than later.
September 14, 2015
My only sadness is having to wait for the next book.
April 22, 2016
Another 5 star read from Ron C. Nieto. How amazing is it that I just randomly came across book one in the Faerie Sworn series for free, read it, and loved it! I love when that happens!
I actually enjoyed this book even more than book one!
One of my favorite things about this book, was that I didn’t always agree with Lily’s decisions. I know, that may seem a bit silly, but when you agree with everything the character does it just makes the book totally boring. Which was NOT the case in The Wild Curse!
Also, I’m not a fan of insta love or books with characters that immediately fall for each other. I’m not going to say more on the subject for those of you that may read this book, but let me just say it’s one more reason this series rocks.
Book three, and the final book in the series just came out yesterday, so excuse me while I go read.
I actually enjoyed this book even more than book one!
One of my favorite things about this book, was that I didn’t always agree with Lily’s decisions. I know, that may seem a bit silly, but when you agree with everything the character does it just makes the book totally boring. Which was NOT the case in The Wild Curse!
Also, I’m not a fan of insta love or books with characters that immediately fall for each other. I’m not going to say more on the subject for those of you that may read this book, but let me just say it’s one more reason this series rocks.
Book three, and the final book in the series just came out yesterday, so excuse me while I go read.
March 23, 2016
One simple word: brilliant. Okay, a few more: amazing, thrilling, not mainstream (at last!) and I could keep going on but I think the idea is clear: a must read. Only problem: I have to wait for book three xD
April 7, 2019
The Wild Curse is an uncommonly well-written fantasy adventure tale with a complex plot and a fast pace. The 2nd full-length novel with a focus on the Realm of the Dark Fae, this story focuses on the relationship between Lily Boyd and Troy (a sea fae "Kelpie"), and their efforts to find Lily's grandmother, who has disappeared somewhere in Ireland. Fairies in Ron Nieto's stories don't look like fireflies (as in Disney's Tinker Bell). They are full grown humanoid beings, with extra powers. Over the course of the story, which is the second in the Faerie Sworn series (including a Prequel), Lily and Troy become increasingly entwined in their relationship.
Lily and Troy have a great deal of difficulty admitting to each other how they feel about each other, however. The story is a "clean" paranormal romance, but it is also intensely emotional and conflicted for these two "beings" who are members of different races. The story continues to lay out the complex culture of the Unseelie (Dark) Fae - the Fae communication style, their bargaining structure, and their sense of commitment to the bargains that they make. There's a great deal more depth in the Dark Fairy Culture in Ron Nieto's Faerie Sword Series than I've found in other fantasy romance adventure stories. The story ends in a tragedy, something I didn't hope for or expect of a "fairy story", but then at the last moment, Lily saves Troy's life in the most unexpected way, then run off to find her missing grandmother. Troy finds her.
The story ends with an unresolved conflict but not without hope. I'm looking forward to reading the third book in the series, "The Wild Herald". This story is very hard to put down. While it does not have a classic Happily Ever After ending, it does end well, and demands a follow-up. I loved it.
Lily and Troy have a great deal of difficulty admitting to each other how they feel about each other, however. The story is a "clean" paranormal romance, but it is also intensely emotional and conflicted for these two "beings" who are members of different races. The story continues to lay out the complex culture of the Unseelie (Dark) Fae - the Fae communication style, their bargaining structure, and their sense of commitment to the bargains that they make. There's a great deal more depth in the Dark Fairy Culture in Ron Nieto's Faerie Sword Series than I've found in other fantasy romance adventure stories. The story ends in a tragedy, something I didn't hope for or expect of a "fairy story", but then at the last moment, Lily saves Troy's life in the most unexpected way, then run off to find her missing grandmother. Troy finds her.
The story ends with an unresolved conflict but not without hope. I'm looking forward to reading the third book in the series, "The Wild Herald". This story is very hard to put down. While it does not have a classic Happily Ever After ending, it does end well, and demands a follow-up. I loved it.
July 29, 2022
Just finished reading this and absolutely loved it, as I did book 1.
Brilliant. Beautiful. Tender. Masterfully written by a truly captivating author, one who can weave a gripping tale while monopolising the elements of wonder, intrigue and surprise with wonderful skill.
The story revolves around Lily Boyd, who from the beginning makes awkward mistakes where the seelie and unseelie courts are concerned. But it’s also a game of life and death, played ever so subtly by cunning tricksters. So, who can she trust? It seems she doesn’t know, as she’s made a terrible blunder this time while seeking her kidnapped grandmother and places her confidence in the wrong man. It’s certainly an emotional rollercoaster of carefully-crafted schemes.
I’m marvellously impressed and considerably shaken, pondering what Lily will do next. She’s given away the Wild Horn, a singularly powerful item, to the one person she trusted to keep his word, while Troy sacrificed himself for her yet again. It’s a poignant draft I’m willing to consume, but it leaves me soulful while the characters grimace with pain.
The tale glimmers with starlight and silver. It smells of the sweet fragrance of love and the bitter heartbreak of betrayal. Nieto gives pen to the beauty and pitfalls of the fae with a unique heartbeat of reality and ecstasy.
Brilliant. Beautiful. Tender. Masterfully written by a truly captivating author, one who can weave a gripping tale while monopolising the elements of wonder, intrigue and surprise with wonderful skill.
The story revolves around Lily Boyd, who from the beginning makes awkward mistakes where the seelie and unseelie courts are concerned. But it’s also a game of life and death, played ever so subtly by cunning tricksters. So, who can she trust? It seems she doesn’t know, as she’s made a terrible blunder this time while seeking her kidnapped grandmother and places her confidence in the wrong man. It’s certainly an emotional rollercoaster of carefully-crafted schemes.
I’m marvellously impressed and considerably shaken, pondering what Lily will do next. She’s given away the Wild Horn, a singularly powerful item, to the one person she trusted to keep his word, while Troy sacrificed himself for her yet again. It’s a poignant draft I’m willing to consume, but it leaves me soulful while the characters grimace with pain.
The tale glimmers with starlight and silver. It smells of the sweet fragrance of love and the bitter heartbreak of betrayal. Nieto gives pen to the beauty and pitfalls of the fae with a unique heartbeat of reality and ecstasy.
November 26, 2019
Love this series! Lily is growing in her knowledge of Fae and her understanding is really helping her navigate new situations. The winter court is glorious! Being a winter baby myself, I would love to live there. I worry about the amount of time Lily is spending in Faerie and how much time is passing in the outside world. The stress on her family must be incredible. Her relationship with Troy is complicated and so much fun. Yes, he eats people but does that make him a monster? Does the nature you are born with make you a bad person or do your actions? Only in the winter court could you ask that question. I can't wait to devour the last book!
November 26, 2019
I liked this second book of the series very much. The relationship between Lily and Troy is developing nicely. Lily is getting better at figuring out how to deal with the Fay people that she meets, yet still makes mistakes. The story is progressing nicely and is enjoyable to read. It progressed very smoothly with no dull parts.
September 10, 2017
Ron C. Nieto's Faerie Sworn series is great so far. I can't wait to read the third book! I love her take on the Seelie/Unseelie and the Wild Hunt. I think Lily is a great character and am also excited to see where her and Troy's relationship goes. Great action and lots of twists and turns.
January 1, 2018
Well well well
Our little Lily is getting smarter and smarter as she goes along. I am liking Troy more and more. Even though I still don't completely trust him because of his fey lineage. I can't wait to start part 3!!!
Our little Lily is getting smarter and smarter as she goes along. I am liking Troy more and more. Even though I still don't completely trust him because of his fey lineage. I can't wait to start part 3!!!
March 20, 2018
Oh my
Very, very, exciting and excellent! I have loved this series so far except for the endings, but this one was better. It left us with hope! Can't wait to read more! Excellent read!!!!
Very, very, exciting and excellent! I have loved this series so far except for the endings, but this one was better. It left us with hope! Can't wait to read more! Excellent read!!!!
December 17, 2018
Wow truly love this
Yet another excellent tale of the fairie realm, full of twist and turns, love and action. Very unique, does have some spelling errors like the first book but the the story keeps you glued and you over look them.
Yet another excellent tale of the fairie realm, full of twist and turns, love and action. Very unique, does have some spelling errors like the first book but the the story keeps you glued and you over look them.
May 10, 2018
The second book in the series was even better than the first. Loved it.
December 29, 2019
What a well written book. I was sucked into the story and felt the same heart break as Lily. Cannot wait to finish the final installation.
May 30, 2019
This review contains spoilers.
February 18, 2017
Love the way the story unfolds as she adjusts to faerie rules, story gets u smitten with Troy the kelpie trickster who has endearing qualities and an untold love of the mortal lily. It's a good story of consequence to actions previously taken too.
September 6, 2015
This book really lived up to my expectations after reading book 1 of this series. It is fast paced and shows a very different side of the Fair Folk. If you like a good adventure story that includes things that turn out so different from what you expect, you have to read this one.
I like reading stories about mythical creatures but so many of them are all the same and there is nothing really new. But the Faerie Sworn series, especially The Wild Curse give you a new perspective on them. I really enjoyed how Troy has that dark humor and is a Trickster but finds himself doing things that he never thought he would. Lily has really grown in this book and she is coming to be that strong human with a better understanding of the Faerie world and has learned quite a bit from Troy. The ending was the best and I am hoping that the next book is coming out really soon because even though it is not a cliffhanger, thank you, it did leave you wanting more.
So if you are looking for a good story about Faeries and Kelpies, this is a must read.
I like reading stories about mythical creatures but so many of them are all the same and there is nothing really new. But the Faerie Sworn series, especially The Wild Curse give you a new perspective on them. I really enjoyed how Troy has that dark humor and is a Trickster but finds himself doing things that he never thought he would. Lily has really grown in this book and she is coming to be that strong human with a better understanding of the Faerie world and has learned quite a bit from Troy. The ending was the best and I am hoping that the next book is coming out really soon because even though it is not a cliffhanger, thank you, it did leave you wanting more.
So if you are looking for a good story about Faeries and Kelpies, this is a must read.
February 6, 2017
I cried, yep cried! I don't like leaving spoilers in reviews, as personally when reading a novel, I know if it's good if it can reach in and over take my mind & emotions, then suddenly realise it's 2am and time has stopped for a while. The Wild Curse, managed to do just that. I felt the excitement of something new. It made me realise we could all use a lesson in thinking before speaking, because nobody can take words back once uttered and consequences unfold. This novel in its incomparable way touchs on simplistic innocence, misunderstanding, betrayal, pre-judgement and friendship, for Fay or mortal. I had an ache in my chest for a relationship to evolve and flourish. This being the second book in the series, it lost non of the momentum, of the first The Wild Hunt, I look forward to reading the 3rd and final in this series
January 2, 2017
Don't bother reading this unless you have read The Wild Hunt first; it's not really structured as a standalone book and vital components are outlined in book one. I do highly recommend the series as a whole though!
Again this is suitable for younger readers - there are only two rather chaste kissing scenes in the book although I may have to revise that by the end of the series if things heat up in book three.
The weaving of fae legends from Scotland twines enticingly through this second instalment further invoking tales from old and giving them a new twist which I'm liking more and more; it's an educational read as well as an engaging one.
Again this is suitable for younger readers - there are only two rather chaste kissing scenes in the book although I may have to revise that by the end of the series if things heat up in book three.
The weaving of fae legends from Scotland twines enticingly through this second instalment further invoking tales from old and giving them a new twist which I'm liking more and more; it's an educational read as well as an engaging one.
November 13, 2016
Fantastic sequel to The Wild Hunt
Great reader entrapment into the story by writer. Really twisted turn of events. After Lily waking up and realizing Troy had saved her, she betrays him in order to save her grandmother. But, that was not the twist. Cadowain's actions were unexpected. I say no more; for you should read for yourself. The sequel was as great as the first book, The Wild Hunt. The ending cliffhanger is as wicked; leaving you wanting for more! (☆▽☆) Dark, witty romance and great adventure ♡
Great reader entrapment into the story by writer. Really twisted turn of events. After Lily waking up and realizing Troy had saved her, she betrays him in order to save her grandmother. But, that was not the twist. Cadowain's actions were unexpected. I say no more; for you should read for yourself. The sequel was as great as the first book, The Wild Hunt. The ending cliffhanger is as wicked; leaving you wanting for more! (☆▽☆) Dark, witty romance and great adventure ♡
March 23, 2017
I thought maybe the first book was just getting off to a slow start but I guess that's just the author's writing style. I feel like nothing has really HAPPENED in these books. Like this entire plot could have been one book if we left out the awkward romance bits. Oh well, I already bought the 3rd one when I bought this one so I guess I'll just finish out the series. I was hoping for more like ...faerie politics and structure and lore or whatever and less ~oh god I think I'm in love with him~ stuff, but I should know better by now.
March 19, 2016
Oh, the plot thickens in this second installment of the Faerie Sworn series. I can't get enough of Lily and Troy - the fae - the Wild Hunt - the adventure - the slow burning relationship between the human and Kelpie. I love all of it even though I was soooooooo mad at Lily! Grrrr.... Still, I think Troy will forgive her in the end. But I won't know for sure until book 3 comes out. I hope that's soon because I can't wait to read the end of this story.
December 31, 2016
More twists and turns than that very windy downhill road in San Francisco!
Don't expect a straightforward, 'normal' story, because you certainly will not get it here. Sit back, put your feet up, read, and enjoy the ride. I'm saying nothing more to let you guess at the story.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a free ecopy of this book.
Don't expect a straightforward, 'normal' story, because you certainly will not get it here. Sit back, put your feet up, read, and enjoy the ride. I'm saying nothing more to let you guess at the story.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a free ecopy of this book.
January 14, 2017
Loved it!
I am really enjoying this series so far! I love that it's something different and the characters are very easy to like. The story moves fast enough that it keeps you hooked, but. It so fast that you feel like you aren't getting enough back story. I will be keeping up with this author!
I am really enjoying this series so far! I love that it's something different and the characters are very easy to like. The story moves fast enough that it keeps you hooked, but. It so fast that you feel like you aren't getting enough back story. I will be keeping up with this author!
September 7, 2016
Best series I have read in awhile
It's well worth the money! You will love the series! Only problem you may find is you'll feel upset when you finish this series. And you will be..this series will leave you hungry for more....
It's well worth the money! You will love the series! Only problem you may find is you'll feel upset when you finish this series. And you will be..this series will leave you hungry for more....
December 7, 2015
Awesome
February 18, 2016
I love this series. There was a few writing errors on the kindle book but nothing too series. You feel like you are right there in the action. Ready for the next one. Hope it comes out soon!
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June 26, 2018I'm just gunna DNF at 50% tbh. I kept re-reading the same page a good 8 or 9 times by accident and I just couldn't care anymore. I won't rate it cos its a small publication and I wanna leave the rating where it's at for the author. But I dunno for some reason I'm just burned out very suddenly. I shouldn't be so bored after only 100 pages of a 200 page book.
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