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Fairy Tales of the Open Road #3
Urban Fairy Tale
Screw-up Princess and Skillful Huntsman Book Three
A Fairy Tales of the Open Road Novel
Modern-day fairy-tale princess Taylor Hatfield has problems. One, he’s a guy. Two, he’s an insomniac Sleeping Beauty. Three, his practically perfect brother, Atticus Hatfield, this generation’s Snow White, has been irrevocably corrupted by the Witchking. The Library, a clandestine organization, seeks to write “The End” on Atticus, and Taylor is given the impossible task when his own parents endorse his brother’s demise. With his true love, the huntsman Corentin Devereaux, at his side, they once again set out to find Atticus, but Atticus won’t go down without a fight.
The quest ends how it began. But instead of the quirky, corkscrewing Americana road trip, Taylor and Corentin must contend with the dangers of the urban jungle. With an unexpected ally at their side, they’re forced to question all they know about the legacy of Snow White.
As the world of the Enchants and the mundane hang in the balance, Taylor knows what he must go pick an apple.
A Fairy Tales of the Open Road Novel
Modern-day fairy-tale princess Taylor Hatfield has problems. One, he’s a guy. Two, he’s an insomniac Sleeping Beauty. Three, his practically perfect brother, Atticus Hatfield, this generation’s Snow White, has been irrevocably corrupted by the Witchking. The Library, a clandestine organization, seeks to write “The End” on Atticus, and Taylor is given the impossible task when his own parents endorse his brother’s demise. With his true love, the huntsman Corentin Devereaux, at his side, they once again set out to find Atticus, but Atticus won’t go down without a fight.
The quest ends how it began. But instead of the quirky, corkscrewing Americana road trip, Taylor and Corentin must contend with the dangers of the urban jungle. With an unexpected ally at their side, they’re forced to question all they know about the legacy of Snow White.
As the world of the Enchants and the mundane hang in the balance, Taylor knows what he must go pick an apple.
302 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 19, 2016
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Lex Chase
16 books60 followersLex Chase once heard Stephen King say in a commercial, “We’re all going to die, I’m just trying to make it a little more interesting.” Now, she’s on a mission to make the world a hell of a lot more interesting.
Weaving tales of cinematic, sweeping adventure—and depending on how she feels that day—Lex sprinkles in high-speed chases, shower scenes, and more explosions than a Hollywood blockbuster. Her pride is in telling stories of men who kiss as much as they kick ass. If you’re going to march into the depths of hell, it better be beside the one you love.
Lex is a pop culture diva, her DVR is constantly backlogged, she has intense emotions about Hannibal’s Hannigram, and unapologetically loved the ending of Lost. She wouldn’t last five minutes without technology in the event of the apocalypse and has nightmares about refusing to leave her cats behind.
She is grateful for and humbled by all the readers. She knows very well she wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for them and welcomes feedback.
You can find her on those Facebook and Twitter things at:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LXChase
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lex_Chase
Find her blog at http://lexchase.com
Weaving tales of cinematic, sweeping adventure—and depending on how she feels that day—Lex sprinkles in high-speed chases, shower scenes, and more explosions than a Hollywood blockbuster. Her pride is in telling stories of men who kiss as much as they kick ass. If you’re going to march into the depths of hell, it better be beside the one you love.
Lex is a pop culture diva, her DVR is constantly backlogged, she has intense emotions about Hannibal’s Hannigram, and unapologetically loved the ending of Lost. She wouldn’t last five minutes without technology in the event of the apocalypse and has nightmares about refusing to leave her cats behind.
She is grateful for and humbled by all the readers. She knows very well she wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for them and welcomes feedback.
You can find her on those Facebook and Twitter things at:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LXChase
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lex_Chase
Find her blog at http://lexchase.com
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June 19, 2021
1 Star
Whelp. My dream of a satisfying conclusion did not come true with the finale to this trilogy.
It seems I just don’t have the brain power to infer basically the entire story arc that is this series, especially when the story hopped all over the place, literally and figuratively, as Taylor and Corentin traverse across space and time to get the elusive apple to kill Taylor’s psychotic brother Atticus.
All the points go towards a really unique and gleefully twisted look at reincarnated fairy tale characters that live amongst us lowly humans. The setup was intriguing but sadly, there were just too many plot threads that were sorely left dangling or without proper explanation.
Many others have enjoyed this alternate universe and apparently understood what the author was trying to convey. I needed a translator, but that’s moot since I’m simply grateful I can finally put this series to bed. The End.
Whelp. My dream of a satisfying conclusion did not come true with the finale to this trilogy.
It seems I just don’t have the brain power to infer basically the entire story arc that is this series, especially when the story hopped all over the place, literally and figuratively, as Taylor and Corentin traverse across space and time to get the elusive apple to kill Taylor’s psychotic brother Atticus.
All the points go towards a really unique and gleefully twisted look at reincarnated fairy tale characters that live amongst us lowly humans. The setup was intriguing but sadly, there were just too many plot threads that were sorely left dangling or without proper explanation.
Many others have enjoyed this alternate universe and apparently understood what the author was trying to convey. I needed a translator, but that’s moot since I’m simply grateful I can finally put this series to bed. The End.
February 26, 2021
2 Stars
Concluding the Fairy Tales of the Open Road trilogy, Urban Fairy Tale follows the continued battle of good vs evil (or is there even such a thing?) between Princess brothers—yes, PRINCESS brothers—Taylor and Atticus Hatfield.
As enchants (magical beings in our mundane world) and reincarnations of Sleeping Beauty and Snow White alike, Taylor and Atticus were tight as thieves growing up, until Idi the Witchking—Atticus’s/Snow White’s true love spanning countless generations—came back and stole Atticus’s heart and mind.
Over the course of the series, Taylor, along with his one true love, Huntsmen Corentin Devereaux, and his fairy godfather, Ringo, have travelled the States scrambling at every enchanted turn to stop Atticus and Idi from destroying enchants and their legacies for good.
But now, even with Idi miraculously (and questionably) on their side of the fight after the events of book two, Taylor and Corentin find their HEA more under threat than ever, with Atticus now in possession of The Book—the one fairy-tale powered book that holds the precarious legacies and destinies of all enchants the world over.
Despite the unique premise and the potential for epicness, and the fact that I’m a lifetime lover of all things fairy-tale related, this story felt fragmented and clunky in its delivery, possibly even more so than the two that came before it. I wanted to love this series so damn much, but with each passing book I became more confused following the nonsensical plot, with its blink-and-you-literally-missed-something-vital vibe, resulting in me becoming less and less invested in giving a damn about what would ultimately happen to these characters and their fairy-tale endings.
The finale could have turned everything around for me—or at least knocked my rating up a notch—but I’ll be honest and say it’s the final chapters of this series that left me more frustrated and more perplexed than ever. To me, the ending was a total cop-out, feeling rushed and unclear, and not delivering the conclusions deserved by some of these characters, “good” or “bad.”
I honestly read all the other reviews for this book (hell, the whole trilogy) and now feel like I read something different from everybody else. This tells me I clearly have a personal disconnect with Chase’s storytelling style, because so many other readers loved this series and its conclusion. I would feel bereft that my experience was so different, and not in a positive way, but, truly, all I feel is relief that it’s done and dusted, and now I can put the whole thing to bed. Turns out, this author and me just don't mesh.
Concluding the Fairy Tales of the Open Road trilogy, Urban Fairy Tale follows the continued battle of good vs evil (or is there even such a thing?) between Princess brothers—yes, PRINCESS brothers—Taylor and Atticus Hatfield.
As enchants (magical beings in our mundane world) and reincarnations of Sleeping Beauty and Snow White alike, Taylor and Atticus were tight as thieves growing up, until Idi the Witchking—Atticus’s/Snow White’s true love spanning countless generations—came back and stole Atticus’s heart and mind.
Over the course of the series, Taylor, along with his one true love, Huntsmen Corentin Devereaux, and his fairy godfather, Ringo, have travelled the States scrambling at every enchanted turn to stop Atticus and Idi from destroying enchants and their legacies for good.
But now, even with Idi miraculously (and questionably) on their side of the fight after the events of book two, Taylor and Corentin find their HEA more under threat than ever, with Atticus now in possession of The Book—the one fairy-tale powered book that holds the precarious legacies and destinies of all enchants the world over.
Despite the unique premise and the potential for epicness, and the fact that I’m a lifetime lover of all things fairy-tale related, this story felt fragmented and clunky in its delivery, possibly even more so than the two that came before it. I wanted to love this series so damn much, but with each passing book I became more confused following the nonsensical plot, with its blink-and-you-literally-missed-something-vital vibe, resulting in me becoming less and less invested in giving a damn about what would ultimately happen to these characters and their fairy-tale endings.
The finale could have turned everything around for me—or at least knocked my rating up a notch—but I’ll be honest and say it’s the final chapters of this series that left me more frustrated and more perplexed than ever. To me, the ending was a total cop-out, feeling rushed and unclear, and not delivering the conclusions deserved by some of these characters, “good” or “bad.”
I honestly read all the other reviews for this book (hell, the whole trilogy) and now feel like I read something different from everybody else. This tells me I clearly have a personal disconnect with Chase’s storytelling style, because so many other readers loved this series and its conclusion. I would feel bereft that my experience was so different, and not in a positive way, but, truly, all I feel is relief that it’s done and dusted, and now I can put the whole thing to bed. Turns out, this author and me just don't mesh.
August 19, 2016
What a finale to an utterly stunning series! Full of surprises, a desperate struggle to make things right, betrayal, unexpected support, magic, and characters who need to figure out what it is they really want. Princess Sleeping Beauty Taylor and huntsman Corentin have their hands full trying to save the world of Enchants from Atticus, Taylor’s brother with the scary powers of Snow White, rewriting their entire history and editing out anyone he does not like. Idi the Witchking has had a change of heart – or is he still up to no good and making everyone’s lives impossible? Then there is The Library, a secretive organization that first appeared in the previous book, who is ready to end Atticus’s life by any means necessary.
Even though Taylor and Corentin are still hunting Atticus, and failing again and again because the evil man is too powerful and slippery, the tone of their quest has changed and is now much darker than ever before. The reasons for Taylor’s guilt over what Atticus has turned into becomes clearer as some of their family details and back story emerges – and it’s a whopper. Taylor is as determined as ever to help Atticus get better – but it seems less and less likely that he will be able to stop the inevitable – his own brother’s death.
‘Urban Fairy Tale’ is a story of changing allegiances and betrayal. It is also a study of how “good” and “evil” can be relative and depend on someone’s perspective, not necessarily some “absolute” principles. Taylor and Corentin face almost impossible odds and tremendous pressure and have to decide what is most important to them. In the end, they are the ones deciding who they will become, and I loved how skillfully Lex Chase kept up the suspense until the last second and managed to tear a brilliant ending from the wide-open jaws of utter defeat. I was emotionally drained by the end of it, but very happy about the result. This series, in fact, has more than one Happy Ever After, and all of them are unusual, unexpected, and about as far removed from the “fairy tale standard” as is possible.
If you want to know how this amazing trilogy brings its multiple story threads to a very satisfying end, if Taylor and Corentin are as close to your heart as they have grown to mine, and if you’re looking for a read that is imaginative, fantastical, overflowing with magic and curses, and very, very intense, then you will probably like this novel as much as I do. It’s a brilliant final installment in an amazing trilogy that I won’t soon forget.
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
Even though Taylor and Corentin are still hunting Atticus, and failing again and again because the evil man is too powerful and slippery, the tone of their quest has changed and is now much darker than ever before. The reasons for Taylor’s guilt over what Atticus has turned into becomes clearer as some of their family details and back story emerges – and it’s a whopper. Taylor is as determined as ever to help Atticus get better – but it seems less and less likely that he will be able to stop the inevitable – his own brother’s death.
‘Urban Fairy Tale’ is a story of changing allegiances and betrayal. It is also a study of how “good” and “evil” can be relative and depend on someone’s perspective, not necessarily some “absolute” principles. Taylor and Corentin face almost impossible odds and tremendous pressure and have to decide what is most important to them. In the end, they are the ones deciding who they will become, and I loved how skillfully Lex Chase kept up the suspense until the last second and managed to tear a brilliant ending from the wide-open jaws of utter defeat. I was emotionally drained by the end of it, but very happy about the result. This series, in fact, has more than one Happy Ever After, and all of them are unusual, unexpected, and about as far removed from the “fairy tale standard” as is possible.
If you want to know how this amazing trilogy brings its multiple story threads to a very satisfying end, if Taylor and Corentin are as close to your heart as they have grown to mine, and if you’re looking for a read that is imaginative, fantastical, overflowing with magic and curses, and very, very intense, then you will probably like this novel as much as I do. It’s a brilliant final installment in an amazing trilogy that I won’t soon forget.
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
November 1, 2016
Won from DSP on Joyfully Jay, and as it is book three with what looks like extensive fantasy world building I think I was always going to struggle to keep up. Full on fantasy where the real world is buried deep is not my forte - I am very literal, no imagination! - so am in awe of people who can create such stories.
I liked the humour, the references to writers (plot bunnies), Taylor and his Dad's big moment at the family home, and oddly I liked the goriness of what happened to people when Atticus destroyed their page in The Book - fairytales were originally more gruesome than sweet.
I did struggle with some of the more convoluted storylines - Taylor's dream state I wasn't sure if he was there or not when things were happening.
I did find all the characters quite a lot for me to keep track off though it will probably be ok if you've read the other books.
The story of two broken boys - Atticus and Taylor - did get to me, it took perhaps a third of the book for the story to hook me in to going with the flow instead of trying to decipher it all!! And I found myself siding with Atticus, wanting him to get his Happily Ever After .
So, I did like it. i enjoyed the road trip, the beginning and end confused my poor brain but it was magnificently put together! Fans of major fantasy stories will love, would recommend following the story from book 1.
I liked the humour, the references to writers (plot bunnies), Taylor and his Dad's big moment at the family home, and oddly I liked the goriness of what happened to people when Atticus destroyed their page in The Book - fairytales were originally more gruesome than sweet.
I did struggle with some of the more convoluted storylines - Taylor's dream state I wasn't sure if he was there or not when things were happening.
I did find all the characters quite a lot for me to keep track off though it will probably be ok if you've read the other books.
The story of two broken boys - Atticus and Taylor - did get to me, it took perhaps a third of the book for the story to hook me in to going with the flow instead of trying to decipher it all!! And I found myself siding with Atticus, wanting him to get his Happily Ever After .
So, I did like it. i enjoyed the road trip, the beginning and end confused my poor brain but it was magnificently put together! Fans of major fantasy stories will love, would recommend following the story from book 1.
February 22, 2017
****Reviewed for Prism Book Alliance®****
Urban Fairy Tale was a wonderful conclusion to the Screwed up Princess and the Skillful Huntsman Trilogy. The first five percent had me a little confused, but it quickly became apparent what was going on. From there it is a non-stop roller coaster ride of danger, treachery, humour, and love.
I liked that we didn’t have the relationship drama the last book had. Taylor and Corentin have reached an understanding and the quest ahead is for the breaking of Corentin’s curse and to stop Atticus once and for all.
Once again the world is vibrant and the story book characters imaginative. I did find some of Atticus’s misdeeds to be gorier than I expected. There is a lot of dark in this book. There were times I was on the edge of my seat.
However, I was in good hands and finished the story very happy. I can see future stories in this world and I look forward to them!
Urban Fairy Tale was a wonderful conclusion to the Screwed up Princess and the Skillful Huntsman Trilogy. The first five percent had me a little confused, but it quickly became apparent what was going on. From there it is a non-stop roller coaster ride of danger, treachery, humour, and love.
I liked that we didn’t have the relationship drama the last book had. Taylor and Corentin have reached an understanding and the quest ahead is for the breaking of Corentin’s curse and to stop Atticus once and for all.
Once again the world is vibrant and the story book characters imaginative. I did find some of Atticus’s misdeeds to be gorier than I expected. There is a lot of dark in this book. There were times I was on the edge of my seat.
However, I was in good hands and finished the story very happy. I can see future stories in this world and I look forward to them!
August 20, 2016
The latest installment in the Fairy Tale Stories continues where the previous book ends, with Atticus still being out of reach. He managed to get hold of the book of all enchanted beings and is now trying to change the stories to his desire, rewriting all their entire history. He doesn't shy away from editing anyone out he dislikes.
Taylor and Corentin are travelling all over the country to find the magic apple core and stop Atticus on his road of destruction. For this they have to partner up with one they considered their enemy. Idi the Witchking is also Hook and the only one that can help them find the magic apple and save Atticus.
We learn more about The Library, a secret organization that governs the enchanted world and which helps Taylor and Corentin. They are hunting Atticus, failing again and again because he is too powerful and slippery and in the possession of the book that gives him an advantage.
Taylor is still fixed on helping his brother, but the longer the journey and the more he sees of what become of his brother, he starts to face the fact that there might be only one way to stop him.
It does not end on a cliffhanger, but has an ending that brought tears to my eyes. And I strongly believe that the story of the enchanted beings is not ending here yet :-)
I received an ARC for giving an honest review.
Taylor and Corentin are travelling all over the country to find the magic apple core and stop Atticus on his road of destruction. For this they have to partner up with one they considered their enemy. Idi the Witchking is also Hook and the only one that can help them find the magic apple and save Atticus.
We learn more about The Library, a secret organization that governs the enchanted world and which helps Taylor and Corentin. They are hunting Atticus, failing again and again because he is too powerful and slippery and in the possession of the book that gives him an advantage.
Taylor is still fixed on helping his brother, but the longer the journey and the more he sees of what become of his brother, he starts to face the fact that there might be only one way to stop him.
It does not end on a cliffhanger, but has an ending that brought tears to my eyes. And I strongly believe that the story of the enchanted beings is not ending here yet :-)
I received an ARC for giving an honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 28, 2016
Final installment of the Fairy Tale series by Lex Chase and what a conclusion!!!! Taylor, the decent of Sleeping Beauty, has been given the task to eliminate his brother Atticus. Atticus is the decent of Snow White and his mind has been eroded with the help of Idi the Witch King.
Taylor, Corentin (Taylor's love) and a unsuspecting ally must find Atticus and take him out. What a horrible assignment to be given to a brother!!! Someone you tried to protect at all costs and now?!?!?!
This story, and the whole concept of male princesses, just blew my mind. I enjoyed every moment of reading this book. The monumental ups and the canyon of downs. The tears I cried, the laughs, the angry stares I gave Lex Chase, although she was no where around. Excellent read.
You can see my full review on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/vmNzwD-b2rA
Taylor, Corentin (Taylor's love) and a unsuspecting ally must find Atticus and take him out. What a horrible assignment to be given to a brother!!! Someone you tried to protect at all costs and now?!?!?!
This story, and the whole concept of male princesses, just blew my mind. I enjoyed every moment of reading this book. The monumental ups and the canyon of downs. The tears I cried, the laughs, the angry stares I gave Lex Chase, although she was no where around. Excellent read.
You can see my full review on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/vmNzwD-b2rA
November 13, 2016
2016 Rainbow Awards Honorable Mention: Urban Fairy Tale by Lex Chase
After being thrilled by Book 2, I was looking forward to reading the final part of the trilogy and this book did not disappoint. I have really enjoyed being immersed in the Enchant world again and following Taylor and Corentin's story arc. I found the resolution to be very satisfying after several unexpected twists and turns. Hurrah for true love.
After being thrilled by Book 2, I was looking forward to reading the final part of the trilogy and this book did not disappoint. I have really enjoyed being immersed in the Enchant world again and following Taylor and Corentin's story arc. I found the resolution to be very satisfying after several unexpected twists and turns. Hurrah for true love.
August 20, 2016
4.5 stars.
A fantastic wrap up to the Fairy Tale trilogy, it's fast paced from the start, while the heroes fight to save the wayward Princess Atticus.
A fantastic wrap up to the Fairy Tale trilogy, it's fast paced from the start, while the heroes fight to save the wayward Princess Atticus.
March 7, 2018
Song: "Every Night" by Imagine Dragons
Idi watching in befuddlement as Corentin scrapbooks....
Idi watching in befuddlement as Corentin scrapbooks....
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