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These Hollow Vows #4
Between These Broken Hearts
Forbidden romance, mysterious prophecies, and the battle to save the fae realm come to a captivating conclusion in the #1 New York Times bestselling saga begun with Abriella in the These Hollow Vows duology and continued with Jas and Felicity in Beneath These Cursed Stars.
Princess Jasalyn has eleven days to live.
Jasalyn is facing the repercussions of a deadly bargain. Her life, and the future of the shadow court, are forfeit on her birthday unless she can stop the evil fae king Mordeus. She needs to face her greatest fears and find him before she runs out of time, but even after everything, Kendrick won’t let her face this alone.
Shape-shifter Felicity has vanished.
Felicity disappeared from King Misha’s dungeons, and her friends have been searching for her to no avail. But even if she’s found, Felicity will never be able to escape the oracle’s tragic prophecy for her and her family. In her lonely battle with fate, Misha is the last person she can ask to stand by her side, but the first one she’ll need.
Princess Jasalyn has eleven days to live.
Jasalyn is facing the repercussions of a deadly bargain. Her life, and the future of the shadow court, are forfeit on her birthday unless she can stop the evil fae king Mordeus. She needs to face her greatest fears and find him before she runs out of time, but even after everything, Kendrick won’t let her face this alone.
Shape-shifter Felicity has vanished.
Felicity disappeared from King Misha’s dungeons, and her friends have been searching for her to no avail. But even if she’s found, Felicity will never be able to escape the oracle’s tragic prophecy for her and her family. In her lonely battle with fate, Misha is the last person she can ask to stand by her side, but the first one she’ll need.
464 pages, Hardcover
First published July 22, 2025
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Lexi Ryan
68 books8,372 followersAward-winning author Lexi Ryan is a New York Times and USA Today bestseller of hot contemporary romance and sexy, action-packed YA fantasy. Her books have sold over a million copies. A former English professor, she considers herself lucky to have traded stacks of grading for emotionally charged storytelling. She is happiest when at home in Indiana with her husband and two children, where you can find her lifting weights, reading copiously, hanging out with her family, and thanking her lucky stars.
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September 8, 2025
✩ 3.85 stars ✩
What to Expect:
➼ Fae & Humans
➼ Dual Parallel Love Stories
➼ Learn to Trust after Betrayal
➼ Found Family
➼ Author of Your Own Fate
➼ Portal Magic
➼ Mutual Pining
➼ YA Romantasy
➼ 2nd Book in a Duology
➼ First Person Multi POV
This was a great conclusion to the Duology. I think it could have been a little longer and I would have liked to see a little more of both couples, but since this is YA, I actually think the author handled both storylines very well. I am usually not a big fan of multiple storylines because I often feel like the plot progresses too slowly, but both of their missions were so interwoven in this Duology that I really never felt that way.
I was still pretty annoyed by Princess Jassalyn’s character, but I was invested enough in Felicity and Misha’s relationship that I didn’t let it bother me too much. Jassalyn made so many mistakes and even as she was realizing that it was a mistake to be so secretive and try to handle things on her own, she would make up new reasons to continue doing the exact same thing. She would be a terrible ruler so I fear for any people that end up under her reign. 😅
I would honestly love to read a spin off novella for just Felicity & Misha. They were very “will they, won’t they” for most of this book, so it would be nice to see them happily together or solving some new mystery as a team. Overall this series did give what I wanted it to give though, and I would definitely recommend this Duology to anyone who loves YA Fantasy. This authors previous Duology was great as well!
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Pre-read: Can’t wait for more Felicity & Misha! Guess I’ll read about that other couple too to get to them. 😆
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What to Expect:
➼ Fae & Humans
➼ Dual Parallel Love Stories
➼ Learn to Trust after Betrayal
➼ Found Family
➼ Author of Your Own Fate
➼ Portal Magic
➼ Mutual Pining
➼ YA Romantasy
➼ 2nd Book in a Duology
➼ First Person Multi POV
This was a great conclusion to the Duology. I think it could have been a little longer and I would have liked to see a little more of both couples, but since this is YA, I actually think the author handled both storylines very well. I am usually not a big fan of multiple storylines because I often feel like the plot progresses too slowly, but both of their missions were so interwoven in this Duology that I really never felt that way.
I was still pretty annoyed by Princess Jassalyn’s character, but I was invested enough in Felicity and Misha’s relationship that I didn’t let it bother me too much. Jassalyn made so many mistakes and even as she was realizing that it was a mistake to be so secretive and try to handle things on her own, she would make up new reasons to continue doing the exact same thing. She would be a terrible ruler so I fear for any people that end up under her reign. 😅
I would honestly love to read a spin off novella for just Felicity & Misha. They were very “will they, won’t they” for most of this book, so it would be nice to see them happily together or solving some new mystery as a team. Overall this series did give what I wanted it to give though, and I would definitely recommend this Duology to anyone who loves YA Fantasy. This authors previous Duology was great as well!
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Pre-read: Can’t wait for more Felicity & Misha! Guess I’ll read about that other couple too to get to them. 😆
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June 30, 2025
An unforgettable finale to a series that will live in my heart forever. 😭😭
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children’s Books for the eARC in exchange for my honest review—and the biggest hug to Lexi Ryan, who gifted us this incredible world starting in 2021.
I’ve just turned the final page of Between These Broken Hearts, and I’m crying. Not just because the series is over, but because of the full-circle journey we’ve been on—with these characters, and especially with Jasalyn.
We met her in These Hollow Vows as a timid girl trapped by fear. But by the final page of this finale? She is everything.
“I am anger and vengeance. I am love and acceptance. I am power and strength. I am grace and wrath. I am fearful and fearsome. And I can command the shadows that I’ve spent years running from.”
YES, QUEEN.
The story picks up right where Beneath These Cursed Stars left off: Jasalyn has fled from Kendrick’s lies with eleven days to live, and Felicity—the Echo who stood in for her—is imprisoned in Misha’s dungeons. The fate of the Shadow Court hangs in the balance. And what follows is a beautiful, brutal whirlwind of love, vengeance, sacrifice, and legacy.
Lexi Ryan crafted a finale that rips you open and sews you back together.
“Every existence has pain and joy and sacrifice, and I know them all at once.”
The emotional depth between characters absolutely floored me. Jasalyn and Kendrick’s dynamic had me in tatters. The push and pull, the regret and love—so raw, so real.
“I press a finger to his lips. ‘You’ve taken me from the pit of despair and back to hope. You’ve taken me from loneliness to love.’ I shake my head. ‘I don’t need more than you, Hale Kendrick.'"
Then there’s Felicity and Misha. Quiet strength and tragic prophecy. Bittersweet and beautiful. And then—that kiss...
“I might kiss you, confess my undying love, and trick you into being my queen.”
Every chapter brims with intensity. And amidst the danger and desperation, Lexi never lets you forget the love—both romantic and found-family.
“But, for the record, I reject any future that doesn’t include you. I’m not willing to give you up, not so long as you’ll have me.”
“This is a kiss of I’m coming back for you. A kiss of I will win because of this love. A kiss of devotion.”
This book is full of moments you’ll want to reread again and again. I already know I’ll revisit this entire series whenever I need to remember what courage, love, and transformation truly look like.
Lexi Ryan, thank you. For everything. For Jasalyn. For Felicity. For Abrielle. For Finn. For Sebastian. For Kendrick and Misha and the broken, beautiful worlds they fought to save.
I’ll miss them more than I can say. But I’ll carry them with me always. ❣️❣️
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children’s Books for the eARC in exchange for my honest review—and the biggest hug to Lexi Ryan, who gifted us this incredible world starting in 2021.
I’ve just turned the final page of Between These Broken Hearts, and I’m crying. Not just because the series is over, but because of the full-circle journey we’ve been on—with these characters, and especially with Jasalyn.
We met her in These Hollow Vows as a timid girl trapped by fear. But by the final page of this finale? She is everything.
“I am anger and vengeance. I am love and acceptance. I am power and strength. I am grace and wrath. I am fearful and fearsome. And I can command the shadows that I’ve spent years running from.”
YES, QUEEN.
The story picks up right where Beneath These Cursed Stars left off: Jasalyn has fled from Kendrick’s lies with eleven days to live, and Felicity—the Echo who stood in for her—is imprisoned in Misha’s dungeons. The fate of the Shadow Court hangs in the balance. And what follows is a beautiful, brutal whirlwind of love, vengeance, sacrifice, and legacy.
Lexi Ryan crafted a finale that rips you open and sews you back together.
“Every existence has pain and joy and sacrifice, and I know them all at once.”
The emotional depth between characters absolutely floored me. Jasalyn and Kendrick’s dynamic had me in tatters. The push and pull, the regret and love—so raw, so real.
“I press a finger to his lips. ‘You’ve taken me from the pit of despair and back to hope. You’ve taken me from loneliness to love.’ I shake my head. ‘I don’t need more than you, Hale Kendrick.'"
Then there’s Felicity and Misha. Quiet strength and tragic prophecy. Bittersweet and beautiful. And then—that kiss...
“I might kiss you, confess my undying love, and trick you into being my queen.”
Every chapter brims with intensity. And amidst the danger and desperation, Lexi never lets you forget the love—both romantic and found-family.
“But, for the record, I reject any future that doesn’t include you. I’m not willing to give you up, not so long as you’ll have me.”
“This is a kiss of I’m coming back for you. A kiss of I will win because of this love. A kiss of devotion.”
This book is full of moments you’ll want to reread again and again. I already know I’ll revisit this entire series whenever I need to remember what courage, love, and transformation truly look like.
Lexi Ryan, thank you. For everything. For Jasalyn. For Felicity. For Abrielle. For Finn. For Sebastian. For Kendrick and Misha and the broken, beautiful worlds they fought to save.
I’ll miss them more than I can say. But I’ll carry them with me always. ❣️❣️
March 17, 2025
3.5⭐
Okaaay. Finally, I got to read this. It's not as good as the third book hence the less half star. It was fine I guess. I don't know how they didn't know how to free Jasalyn earlier it's pretty obvious
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Got approved for the eARC; thanks for Netgalley & HarperCollins Children's Books, But found out it's 4th in the series soooo to the third book we go 🏃🏻♀️
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Okaaay. Finally, I got to read this. It's not as good as the third book hence the less half star. It was fine I guess. I don't know how they didn't know how to free Jasalyn earlier it's pretty obvious
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Got approved for the eARC; thanks for Netgalley & HarperCollins Children's Books, But found out it's 4th in the series soooo to the third book we go 🏃🏻♀️
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June 23, 2025
I was really excited for this but sadly I was just very bored! 😭
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August 3, 2025DNF AT 50%
why the heck is this minor doing the dirty tango with a 20+ yo
why the heck is this minor doing the dirty tango with a 20+ yo
May 31, 2025
1.5✮⋆˙
I want to preface this review by saying I do feel bad giving this book a negative rating when it's an ARC, but I also want to be honest.
There weren't many things I enjoyed about Between These Broken Hearts. The time skip in the beginning started off the book badly, and it spiraled from there.
I didn't find the plot interesting at all, nor the relationships, which were a big focus.
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Jasalyn and Hale's relationship was weird at best. They have a 4-year age gap, which isn't really a problem till you realize Jas is 17. I almost liked it better when I thought Hale was like hundreds of years old, since that's so unrealistic, it cancels out. I also just didn't like the characters individually.
Felicity and Misha's relationship did have its good moments. I liked the representation of non-super-skiny girls in a YA fantasy novel. They did feel pushed to the side, though, compared to Jas and Hale, but weren't very interesting either.
Thank you, NetGalley and Harper Collins, for the eARC.
I want to preface this review by saying I do feel bad giving this book a negative rating when it's an ARC, but I also want to be honest.
There weren't many things I enjoyed about Between These Broken Hearts. The time skip in the beginning started off the book badly, and it spiraled from there.
I didn't find the plot interesting at all, nor the relationships, which were a big focus.
. • ☆ . ° .• °:. *₊ ° . ☆
Jasalyn and Hale's relationship was weird at best. They have a 4-year age gap, which isn't really a problem till you realize Jas is 17. I almost liked it better when I thought Hale was like hundreds of years old, since that's so unrealistic, it cancels out. I also just didn't like the characters individually.
Felicity and Misha's relationship did have its good moments. I liked the representation of non-super-skiny girls in a YA fantasy novel. They did feel pushed to the side, though, compared to Jas and Hale, but weren't very interesting either.
Thank you, NetGalley and Harper Collins, for the eARC.
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January 1, 2025YESSSS ANOTHER BOOK LET'S GOOO
March 13, 2025
I loved Lexi Ryan's "These Hollow Vows" duology, but the spin-off had me struggling. I was so excited to receive an ARC of "These Broken Hearts," though it ended up disappointing.
The fast-paced adventure expected from a fantasy wasn't there. The storyline dragged; nothing pulled me in to keep reading. When the battle scene arrived, it was finished too quickly.
I also struggled to connect with the two main characters. I wanted to experience more of that confident, badass female rage. The magic was underwhelming and not explored as much as it could have been.
I wished the spin-off had included more of Bree and Jasalyn's sisterly bond or a scene with Finn instead of barely mentioning him.
The fast-paced adventure expected from a fantasy wasn't there. The storyline dragged; nothing pulled me in to keep reading. When the battle scene arrived, it was finished too quickly.
I also struggled to connect with the two main characters. I wanted to experience more of that confident, badass female rage. The magic was underwhelming and not explored as much as it could have been.
I wished the spin-off had included more of Bree and Jasalyn's sisterly bond or a scene with Finn instead of barely mentioning him.
January 25, 2025
I can't remember the last time I cried reading a book. It's been awhile, that's for sure. And you'd think it would be for one of the myriad losses or horrible things these characters had to survive, but it wasn't. Those were sad. But it was a moment of beautiful, encompassing power that led me to tears.
I think I gave a solid 4-star rating to each of the previous books in this series. It's been a ride. But this finale was spectacular. It gave me everything I wanted and then some. The plotting, the pacing, the "it all comes down to this" moments. This is the kind of ending I need. It was very reminiscent of how I felt after reading the 7th book in the series that shall not be named.
I've never read another Lexi Ryan novel before this, but if her adult romances are anywhere as good as this series, I need to get on that. Seriously, she went from telling the story of one sister in the first two books, and still managed to make me care EVEN MORE about the other sister in the latter two books. And the revolution that they never asked to be a part of. Throw in a bunch of hot fae males, and I am here for it.
I think I gave a solid 4-star rating to each of the previous books in this series. It's been a ride. But this finale was spectacular. It gave me everything I wanted and then some. The plotting, the pacing, the "it all comes down to this" moments. This is the kind of ending I need. It was very reminiscent of how I felt after reading the 7th book in the series that shall not be named.
I've never read another Lexi Ryan novel before this, but if her adult romances are anywhere as good as this series, I need to get on that. Seriously, she went from telling the story of one sister in the first two books, and still managed to make me care EVEN MORE about the other sister in the latter two books. And the revolution that they never asked to be a part of. Throw in a bunch of hot fae males, and I am here for it.
May 15, 2025
I am dnfing this book at 25% and really bummed about that since I love the original trilogy so much, obsessed even, and I quite enjoyed the first book in this spin off duology. I started this ARC months ago now and I only got a quarter of the way through it. Clearly not loving it. It’s so hard for me to connect to for some reason. Maybes it’s the fact that it jumps between two story lines and character POVS. When things start to get interesting the chapter ends and then you are forced to read about the other character. It’s a bit confusing, especially since I think I’ve forgotten key details from the previous book, and maybe could have benefited from a reread before starting this. I just lost steam with this sadly. I will probably still buy the beautiful hardcover when it releases, and try reading it again when I’ve done a reread of the other book, but this one unfortunately wasn’t able to grab me like I hoped.
Thank you NetGalley for giving me the chance to read it.
Thank you NetGalley for giving me the chance to read it.
August 21, 2025
2.5 ⭐️
So much of me wanted to love this duology succeeding These Hollow Vows. But you know those books you can’t wait to finish because you just want it to be over but you’re just too far invested to DNF and you spent your hard earned money on it? Unfortunately that was this for me.
I truly love the author’s writing style but I just did not care about Felicity and Jasalyn and cared even less about Hale (Kendrick or whatever we’re choosing to call him today) and Misha. I’m completely uninvested in their love stories unlike I was in These Hollow Vows. I thought the dual-perspectives really hurt these books even though I typically love multiple POVs. The plot itself was predictable and I am so tired of Mordeus at this point I almost don’t want to ever reread These Hollow Vows because of it.
Anyway, this pained me to write so I’m gonna go read something else and forget about this.
So much of me wanted to love this duology succeeding These Hollow Vows. But you know those books you can’t wait to finish because you just want it to be over but you’re just too far invested to DNF and you spent your hard earned money on it? Unfortunately that was this for me.
I truly love the author’s writing style but I just did not care about Felicity and Jasalyn and cared even less about Hale (Kendrick or whatever we’re choosing to call him today) and Misha. I’m completely uninvested in their love stories unlike I was in These Hollow Vows. I thought the dual-perspectives really hurt these books even though I typically love multiple POVs. The plot itself was predictable and I am so tired of Mordeus at this point I almost don’t want to ever reread These Hollow Vows because of it.
Anyway, this pained me to write so I’m gonna go read something else and forget about this.
August 28, 2025
Between These Broken Hearts
4✨
4✨
August 12, 2025
*3 PALE STARS*
“Every existence has pain and joy and sacrifice, and I know them all at once.”
This wasn't bad, but this second duology just pales in comparison to the original These Hollow Vows duology.
The time jumps at the start immediately threw me off, and I just couldn't get into either one of our two couples, I think I personally prefer to focus on just one. I did prefer Misha and Felicity over Kendrick and Jasalyn though.
I did like the concept of the (literally and figuratively) tortured heroine with lots of emotional and physical scars who lost the will to live, but tbh... Jas complains too much and made so many dumb decisions, I couldn't get over it.
Also, we didn't get even remotely enough Finn in these books, sue me. I was glad to be back in this world, but I just don't know if the extra duology was necessary.
That ending did have me on the edge of my seat because I just didn't see this end well, but the ending was pretty satisfying.
“Every existence has pain and joy and sacrifice, and I know them all at once.”
This wasn't bad, but this second duology just pales in comparison to the original These Hollow Vows duology.
The time jumps at the start immediately threw me off, and I just couldn't get into either one of our two couples, I think I personally prefer to focus on just one. I did prefer Misha and Felicity over Kendrick and Jasalyn though.
I did like the concept of the (literally and figuratively) tortured heroine with lots of emotional and physical scars who lost the will to live, but tbh... Jas complains too much and made so many dumb decisions, I couldn't get over it.
Also, we didn't get even remotely enough Finn in these books, sue me. I was glad to be back in this world, but I just don't know if the extra duology was necessary.
That ending did have me on the edge of my seat because I just didn't see this end well, but the ending was pretty satisfying.
June 11, 2025
Finished this like two days ago - ngl these books just aren’t for me
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This was a good conclusion, but these books aren't for me.
I found it to be predictable but fun, don't get me wrong, but what sucked is I only ever really cared for Felicity and never Jas. I just couldn't get behind her character and found her to be annoying, but I really did enjoy Felicity's chapters and story. The writing is fun and it's a good world to be in, but I just found a few plot holes.
3 stars.
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This was a good conclusion, but these books aren't for me.
I found it to be predictable but fun, don't get me wrong, but what sucked is I only ever really cared for Felicity and never Jas. I just couldn't get behind her character and found her to be annoying, but I really did enjoy Felicity's chapters and story. The writing is fun and it's a good world to be in, but I just found a few plot holes.
3 stars.
March 7, 2025
Thank you so much to HarperCollins Children's Books for providing me with a digital ARC copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. I loved this book and will definitely recommend the series to my friends, especially the ones who enjoyed any books by SJM, Rebecca Ross, or Penn Cole.
Between These Broken Hearts is the fourth installment in the These Hollow Vows series by Lexi Ryan. The first two books focus on Abriella while the second two focus on her sister, Jasalyn. It's extremely helpful and enjoyable to read all of the books; however, you could just read Jasalyn's story starting with Beneath These Cursed Stars if you wanted.
This was a great ending to the series! Princess Jasalyn and Kendrick must find a way to defeat the evil Mordeus while Felicity, an echo who can shift into other people's forms, and Misha, the king of the Wild Fae, work to vanquish Erith and ensure that he doesn't take over the realm of Elora. Their adventures were exciting, the romance was sweet, and the world was full of lots of whimsical magic and moments.
The story was fast paced and picked up eight months after the end of book 3. I was a little confused at first and did need to review what happened in the last book to better understand where the plot was going and why in book 4. There are references to the past that intertwine with the new story, but I still needed to review the previous book to not feel lost. I got my bearings pretty quickly though and was able to move forward in this story.
Some of my favorite things were:
* the goblins: I love how they are used to help transport our main characters far distances and how they deal in gross things like nail clippings and pieces of hair. I might need a goblin novella to find out what exactly they do with them, lol. I found it funny how the main characters avoided traveling by goblin when possible as everyone knows what gossips they are.
* Misha's ability to speak mind to mind: what a quick, efficient, intimate way to be able to communicate!
* the blood magic and ring that transformed Jasalyn into the Enchanting Lady: these were simultaneously horrifying yet so very intriguing!
* the wolpertinger! Imagine a cute little bunny with horns that can turn psycho and super dangerous on a dime! That surprised me, made me laugh and scared me!
* there were so many fantastic supporting characters and villains that made this story richer! Shae, Konner, Brie, Amelia, and Squird, to name a few.
* the Grimoricon being able to transform from a cat into a locket that could easily be worn and transported was one of the coolest moments
* I loved how the oracle was presented in this book! You have to jump into a little puddle and can only speak to the oracle for as long as you can hold your breath. It really was one of the coolest moments in the book for me.
* the concept of the phoenix: just wow. Mind blown. Love, love, loved how this was incorporated into the story!
Between These Broken Hearts is the fourth installment in the These Hollow Vows series by Lexi Ryan. The first two books focus on Abriella while the second two focus on her sister, Jasalyn. It's extremely helpful and enjoyable to read all of the books; however, you could just read Jasalyn's story starting with Beneath These Cursed Stars if you wanted.
This was a great ending to the series! Princess Jasalyn and Kendrick must find a way to defeat the evil Mordeus while Felicity, an echo who can shift into other people's forms, and Misha, the king of the Wild Fae, work to vanquish Erith and ensure that he doesn't take over the realm of Elora. Their adventures were exciting, the romance was sweet, and the world was full of lots of whimsical magic and moments.
The story was fast paced and picked up eight months after the end of book 3. I was a little confused at first and did need to review what happened in the last book to better understand where the plot was going and why in book 4. There are references to the past that intertwine with the new story, but I still needed to review the previous book to not feel lost. I got my bearings pretty quickly though and was able to move forward in this story.
Some of my favorite things were:
* the goblins: I love how they are used to help transport our main characters far distances and how they deal in gross things like nail clippings and pieces of hair. I might need a goblin novella to find out what exactly they do with them, lol. I found it funny how the main characters avoided traveling by goblin when possible as everyone knows what gossips they are.
* Misha's ability to speak mind to mind: what a quick, efficient, intimate way to be able to communicate!
* the blood magic and ring that transformed Jasalyn into the Enchanting Lady: these were simultaneously horrifying yet so very intriguing!
* the wolpertinger! Imagine a cute little bunny with horns that can turn psycho and super dangerous on a dime! That surprised me, made me laugh and scared me!
* there were so many fantastic supporting characters and villains that made this story richer! Shae, Konner, Brie, Amelia, and Squird, to name a few.
* the Grimoricon being able to transform from a cat into a locket that could easily be worn and transported was one of the coolest moments
* I loved how the oracle was presented in this book! You have to jump into a little puddle and can only speak to the oracle for as long as you can hold your breath. It really was one of the coolest moments in the book for me.
* the concept of the phoenix: just wow. Mind blown. Love, love, loved how this was incorporated into the story!
June 24, 2025
The finale is here! Last year I had the absolute pleasure reading Beneath These Cursed Stars by Lexi Ryan, and this year I arrive to its grand finale, Between These Broken Hearts. And it delivers on all levels, from romance, to action, to adventure! I had a most excellent time throughout the entire course of this journey.
We continue the journey of Jasalyn and Felicity. Jasalyn must contend with her deadly bargain as she desperately seeks to end the villainous Mordeus, while Felicity must choose whether she confronts her destiny in killing her father, knowing the consequence that may rise from it. All the while both girls must also nurse broken hearts, broken heart that may just heal again thanks to their love interests Kendrick and Misha.
I immensely enjoyed following both Jasalyn and Felicity’s respective arc. While I’d say my favorite character is Felicity, I ended up most appreciating Jas’ overall arc. She really went through the wringer, but her heart stays strong has she is always willing to sacrifice whatever is needed to set things right for everyone she loves. Speaking of love, her romance with Kendrick is one full of angst, given his presumed fate to marry the human queen, making this most definitely a forbidden romance. But it’s one you want to see cross that line. To see them defy fate. I was very satisfied with its resolution, particularly in Kendrick’s determination to follow his heart, not the expectation of duty. He is never willing to let Jas go. Showing in both word and action his devotion. Jasalyn and Kendrick easily reign as my favorite romance in this duology.
And dear Felicity reigns as my favorite character. Seeing more of her true self on the page was so needed and very much welcomed! I related heavily to her insecurities and felt proud in how she expressed all her self-doubt. Especially how she bravely opened up to Misha. There is some miscommunication between the two, and while it’s clear from the reader perspective how Misha feels towards Felicity, he frustratingly allows Felicity to misunderstand him for a prolonged period. I wanted so badly to love their romance, I admittedly thought it would become my favorite, but I ended up not feeling entirely convinced by it. I would have appreciated more attention towards its development. Nevertheless, while I wish for more, I never did doubt their chemistry.
I was very content with how every storyline is tied up, no loose strings at hand. Well developed heroines, swoony love interests, easy to follow world-building, and intimidating villains to raise the stakes. I leave this duology very much satisfied, thoroughly swooned, and with a heart full of love for characters I already dearly miss.
Thank you so kindly to HarperCollins Children’s and NetGalley for this advanced complimentary copy, I leave this review voluntarily.
We continue the journey of Jasalyn and Felicity. Jasalyn must contend with her deadly bargain as she desperately seeks to end the villainous Mordeus, while Felicity must choose whether she confronts her destiny in killing her father, knowing the consequence that may rise from it. All the while both girls must also nurse broken hearts, broken heart that may just heal again thanks to their love interests Kendrick and Misha.
I immensely enjoyed following both Jasalyn and Felicity’s respective arc. While I’d say my favorite character is Felicity, I ended up most appreciating Jas’ overall arc. She really went through the wringer, but her heart stays strong has she is always willing to sacrifice whatever is needed to set things right for everyone she loves. Speaking of love, her romance with Kendrick is one full of angst, given his presumed fate to marry the human queen, making this most definitely a forbidden romance. But it’s one you want to see cross that line. To see them defy fate. I was very satisfied with its resolution, particularly in Kendrick’s determination to follow his heart, not the expectation of duty. He is never willing to let Jas go. Showing in both word and action his devotion. Jasalyn and Kendrick easily reign as my favorite romance in this duology.
And dear Felicity reigns as my favorite character. Seeing more of her true self on the page was so needed and very much welcomed! I related heavily to her insecurities and felt proud in how she expressed all her self-doubt. Especially how she bravely opened up to Misha. There is some miscommunication between the two, and while it’s clear from the reader perspective how Misha feels towards Felicity, he frustratingly allows Felicity to misunderstand him for a prolonged period. I wanted so badly to love their romance, I admittedly thought it would become my favorite, but I ended up not feeling entirely convinced by it. I would have appreciated more attention towards its development. Nevertheless, while I wish for more, I never did doubt their chemistry.
I was very content with how every storyline is tied up, no loose strings at hand. Well developed heroines, swoony love interests, easy to follow world-building, and intimidating villains to raise the stakes. I leave this duology very much satisfied, thoroughly swooned, and with a heart full of love for characters I already dearly miss.
Thank you so kindly to HarperCollins Children’s and NetGalley for this advanced complimentary copy, I leave this review voluntarily.
June 16, 2025
4.5
I loved that this book picked up right where the last one left off. I was so excited to be back in this world. The characters are all unique and well-developed, and I also appreciated seeing some from the first duology. The action was fast-paced, and the twists and turns kept me guessing throughout the entire story. I do think some of the characters were stubborn, especially regarding the romantic aspects of the book. It took a while for both Jas and Felicity to believe they were wanted by their partners, which took me out a little bit. Other than that, this was a great read, and I'm so glad Lexi Ryan has written a YA fantasy series. I love the magic and the fae as well. I enjoyed this immensely, and I'm so curious to see what she'll do next. Thank you to Harper Collins Children's for an ARC to read and review!
I loved that this book picked up right where the last one left off. I was so excited to be back in this world. The characters are all unique and well-developed, and I also appreciated seeing some from the first duology. The action was fast-paced, and the twists and turns kept me guessing throughout the entire story. I do think some of the characters were stubborn, especially regarding the romantic aspects of the book. It took a while for both Jas and Felicity to believe they were wanted by their partners, which took me out a little bit. Other than that, this was a great read, and I'm so glad Lexi Ryan has written a YA fantasy series. I love the magic and the fae as well. I enjoyed this immensely, and I'm so curious to see what she'll do next. Thank you to Harper Collins Children's for an ARC to read and review!
February 18, 2025
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you to NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to review this book and provide a review.
One of my favorite series hands down. Lexi Ryan is a genius yet again! The second book in this duology (part of a full series) focuses again on Jas and Felicity with pivoting POVs again in such a unique and fun way. Highly recommend!
One of my favorite series hands down. Lexi Ryan is a genius yet again! The second book in this duology (part of a full series) focuses again on Jas and Felicity with pivoting POVs again in such a unique and fun way. Highly recommend!
April 25, 2025
This was such a great ending to the series! I enjoyed how in this duology there were two storylines with Felicity and Jasalyn. Jasalyns personal growth and healing was a beautiful journey and I think the author portrayed it really well.
Thank you #netgalley and #harpercollins for the ARC
Thank you #netgalley and #harpercollins for the ARC
March 24, 2025
I was very satisfied with this conclusion to the series. It wrapped everything up nicely, giving these characters the endings they deserved while delivering all the emotion, romance, and healing I was hoping for. But let’s be real, this was more than just a romance. This book came in swinging with a powerful message about trust, self-love, and the importance of not being a total menace to your own emotional well-being. Life lessons, folks. Take notes.
Let’s talk about Misha and Felicity because—oh my stars—their banter was everything. I was grinning, laughing, even kicking my feet at how well their dynamic was written. I love a good enemies-to-lovers arc, but only when there’s something real standing between them. Here, the ‘enemy’ label feels more like a technicality—there’s no true malice, just two people navigating a complicated situation with sharp wit and undeniable chemistry. And I ate it up. Out of all the couples in this series, these two stole the show.
On the flip side, Jas and Kendrick… I wanted to feel as invested as I was in the previous book, but something didn’t hit quite the same this time. Still, props where props are due—the ending was satisfying, and I loved how Kendrick and Misha both genuinely saw and respected their partners. More romance books need to take notes because, let’s be honest, communication is hotter than brooding silence and unnecessary misunderstandings.
Now, my one tiny, minuscule, but still slightly tragic grievance—Brie. Love her. Adore her. But I NEEDED just one more thing. A chapter, an epilogue, literally any moment from her POV to seal the deal. Throw me a bone here!
Oh, I keep seeing this referenced as a duology—this is NOT a standalone duology. If you haven’t read These Hollow Vows and These Twisted Bonds, do not pass go, do not collect $200, because you will be lost. This book builds on so much from the first two that jumping in here would be like watching the last ten minutes of a movie and pretending you get the plot. You don’t. You won’t. Read the first two. Trust me.
Aside from a couple forgivable plot holes, I had a great time with this book and series as a whole. The heart, the humor, the healing—it all came together in a way that left me smiling at the end. Consider me emotionally satisfied.
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for an advanced copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review.
Let’s talk about Misha and Felicity because—oh my stars—their banter was everything. I was grinning, laughing, even kicking my feet at how well their dynamic was written. I love a good enemies-to-lovers arc, but only when there’s something real standing between them. Here, the ‘enemy’ label feels more like a technicality—there’s no true malice, just two people navigating a complicated situation with sharp wit and undeniable chemistry. And I ate it up. Out of all the couples in this series, these two stole the show.
On the flip side, Jas and Kendrick… I wanted to feel as invested as I was in the previous book, but something didn’t hit quite the same this time. Still, props where props are due—the ending was satisfying, and I loved how Kendrick and Misha both genuinely saw and respected their partners. More romance books need to take notes because, let’s be honest, communication is hotter than brooding silence and unnecessary misunderstandings.
Now, my one tiny, minuscule, but still slightly tragic grievance—Brie. Love her. Adore her. But I NEEDED just one more thing. A chapter, an epilogue, literally any moment from her POV to seal the deal. Throw me a bone here!
Oh, I keep seeing this referenced as a duology—this is NOT a standalone duology. If you haven’t read These Hollow Vows and These Twisted Bonds, do not pass go, do not collect $200, because you will be lost. This book builds on so much from the first two that jumping in here would be like watching the last ten minutes of a movie and pretending you get the plot. You don’t. You won’t. Read the first two. Trust me.
Aside from a couple forgivable plot holes, I had a great time with this book and series as a whole. The heart, the humor, the healing—it all came together in a way that left me smiling at the end. Consider me emotionally satisfied.
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for an advanced copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review.
August 30, 2025
I wish I could rate this book higher, 5⭐️ for Misha alone. But sadly, we have to endure Jasalyn, who gets 3⭐️
Giving a lovely average of 4⭐️
Misha stole my heart the moment he stepped onto the page. He was the only one who truly felt like a King. All the other courts and their rulers felt like children play acting in comparison. Even his Ex-Queen felt far more like a true ruler. I lived for Felicity’s chapters to see more of Misha, though I do think I liked their development in the previous book much more.
(Minor Spoiler Alert)
On a side note, where the heck was Finn this entire story. Where were all our powerful and scary characters from Hollow Vows? It felt like they had one maybe two cameos in the entire book and the entire final battle took place on their home turf!! Every meeting where Brie was in the room Finn would have been there 100%, yet she travelled everywhere alone. Also was she even the same character? When did she become such a worry wart and mother hen? Maybe I need to reread Hollow Vows, but I remember her being much more of a badass.
Also, don’t get me started on other plot holes like goblins being summoned in places where in literally the same chapter they were told the new wards in place would make it impossible.
I also did not appreciate any of the spice in this book. Every moment, and yes there were multiple, felt forced upon the story. Maybe I’ve been reading too much Brandon Sanderson where there is not a lick of spice, but I found it very distasteful. Misha and Felicity being teleported to a random spot in the woods, when the fate of the kingdoms is at stake, and Misha’s magic is seriously acting up (which is apparently not a big deal though it’s also super serious) and what do they think is the only logical response? Yup you guessed it… only to return to the palace the next day and plot continues like nothing happened. No one was even the slightest bit concerned they disappeared for many hours after a very important mission. *Sigh*
After all that, the story did have so many holes in it. Despite loving Misha dearly, I cannot protect him from the author with stars.
3.5⭐️
Giving a lovely average of 4⭐️
Misha stole my heart the moment he stepped onto the page. He was the only one who truly felt like a King. All the other courts and their rulers felt like children play acting in comparison. Even his Ex-Queen felt far more like a true ruler. I lived for Felicity’s chapters to see more of Misha, though I do think I liked their development in the previous book much more.
(Minor Spoiler Alert)
On a side note, where the heck was Finn this entire story. Where were all our powerful and scary characters from Hollow Vows? It felt like they had one maybe two cameos in the entire book and the entire final battle took place on their home turf!! Every meeting where Brie was in the room Finn would have been there 100%, yet she travelled everywhere alone. Also was she even the same character? When did she become such a worry wart and mother hen? Maybe I need to reread Hollow Vows, but I remember her being much more of a badass.
Also, don’t get me started on other plot holes like goblins being summoned in places where in literally the same chapter they were told the new wards in place would make it impossible.
I also did not appreciate any of the spice in this book. Every moment, and yes there were multiple, felt forced upon the story. Maybe I’ve been reading too much Brandon Sanderson where there is not a lick of spice, but I found it very distasteful. Misha and Felicity being teleported to a random spot in the woods, when the fate of the kingdoms is at stake, and Misha’s magic is seriously acting up (which is apparently not a big deal though it’s also super serious) and what do they think is the only logical response? Yup you guessed it… only to return to the palace the next day and plot continues like nothing happened. No one was even the slightest bit concerned they disappeared for many hours after a very important mission. *Sigh*
After all that, the story did have so many holes in it. Despite loving Misha dearly, I cannot protect him from the author with stars.
3.5⭐️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 26, 2025
Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for the eARC. This book will be published on July 22, 2025.
This is the sequel to "Beneath These Cursed Stars" which is a continuation of the duology "These Hollow Vows". These are all young adult fantasy novels with fae and other magical creatures. If you don't want any spoilers for the 3 previous novels, skip this review.
Review with mild spoilers for books 1-3:
We pick up with Jas and Felicity 8 months after the end of "Beneath These Cursed Stars". Felicity was kidnapped and Jas had disappeared. Both awaken in different locations confused where they are and what has been happening. Jas still has the ring on which makes people do whatever she says and then forget they saw her, which makes it very tricky to track her down. Felicity teams up with the delicious Misha to save the different fae kingdoms. (can we please just have a book only about Misha and Felicity, lol).
Overall a fun and quick paced fantasy. I absolutely adore Felicity and Misha. I don't have as strong of feelings for Jas and Kendrick. I kind of wanted to skip over to Felicity's POV half the time when I got to Jas's storyline. I really enjoyed Felicity and Misha's mind banter, I definitely needed more of that!
I do feel like once the story hit the "all hell breaks loose" part that everything resolved more quickly and cleanly than I like. I also just needed more Misha, lol.
This is the sequel to "Beneath These Cursed Stars" which is a continuation of the duology "These Hollow Vows". These are all young adult fantasy novels with fae and other magical creatures. If you don't want any spoilers for the 3 previous novels, skip this review.
Review with mild spoilers for books 1-3:
We pick up with Jas and Felicity 8 months after the end of "Beneath These Cursed Stars". Felicity was kidnapped and Jas had disappeared. Both awaken in different locations confused where they are and what has been happening. Jas still has the ring on which makes people do whatever she says and then forget they saw her, which makes it very tricky to track her down. Felicity teams up with the delicious Misha to save the different fae kingdoms. (can we please just have a book only about Misha and Felicity, lol).
Overall a fun and quick paced fantasy. I absolutely adore Felicity and Misha. I don't have as strong of feelings for Jas and Kendrick. I kind of wanted to skip over to Felicity's POV half the time when I got to Jas's storyline. I really enjoyed Felicity and Misha's mind banter, I definitely needed more of that!
I do feel like once the story hit the "all hell breaks loose" part that everything resolved more quickly and cleanly than I like. I also just needed more Misha, lol.
February 6, 2025
First I want to thank NetGalley and HarperCollins for approving this arc! I jumped and screamed!!
This book was on my priority list for this year’s releases and I was not disappointed from Lexi Ryan she delivered👏🏼 I would suggest refreshing yourself with Beneath these Cursed Stars, there is a lot of info dumping yet answers all of our questions that we’ve been yearning for! The magic elements, the friendships, the hardships, the history, the character growth is a true recipe to a good novel. The duology tied in together so so perfectly.
This author knows how to write her fantasy books naturally and I will mention that in her author note, my heart ached for her and her family. So happy to say she has so much support in her life and to continue her writing💚
If you are looking for spice, reminder that Jasalyn is soon to be 18 and i think Felicity already is? There is some tension and teasing that leads to the spice! I wouldn’t say its closed door but just enough to get your thoughts going 😉
This book was on my priority list for this year’s releases and I was not disappointed from Lexi Ryan she delivered👏🏼 I would suggest refreshing yourself with Beneath these Cursed Stars, there is a lot of info dumping yet answers all of our questions that we’ve been yearning for! The magic elements, the friendships, the hardships, the history, the character growth is a true recipe to a good novel. The duology tied in together so so perfectly.
This author knows how to write her fantasy books naturally and I will mention that in her author note, my heart ached for her and her family. So happy to say she has so much support in her life and to continue her writing💚
If you are looking for spice, reminder that Jasalyn is soon to be 18 and i think Felicity already is? There is some tension and teasing that leads to the spice! I wouldn’t say its closed door but just enough to get your thoughts going 😉
July 23, 2025
I enjoyed this extended duology a lot more than expected given it did not follow our original group of people.
Jasalyn and Kendrick’s relationship was sweet , I appreciated the way they came together to create sweet moments - even with the different to live with decisions she had to make regarding her magic. (Their age gap was a tad uncomfortable.)
Felicity and Misha were a tad under developed given how long this book was. While I realize the time jump may have changed some of his thoughts towards her - his essential blind faith in her being on his side of the conflict developed immediately was hard to reconcile with the larger mistrust at hand.
Overall, the pacing was definitely inconsistent (but when it was good it was such a fun read) and the countdown esk timeline for the journey did sometimes take me out of the story.
Thank you NetGalley for the arc !
Jasalyn and Kendrick’s relationship was sweet , I appreciated the way they came together to create sweet moments - even with the different to live with decisions she had to make regarding her magic. (Their age gap was a tad uncomfortable.)
Felicity and Misha were a tad under developed given how long this book was. While I realize the time jump may have changed some of his thoughts towards her - his essential blind faith in her being on his side of the conflict developed immediately was hard to reconcile with the larger mistrust at hand.
Overall, the pacing was definitely inconsistent (but when it was good it was such a fun read) and the countdown esk timeline for the journey did sometimes take me out of the story.
Thank you NetGalley for the arc !
July 21, 2025
“You’re not fine, but you’re not broken either. Fear isn’t a measure of cowardice, and pain isn’t a measure of weakness. You are brave and strong and anything but broken.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 (rounded up for Goodreads)
🌶️ - there is discussion of sex on page but everything is fade to black. I would say this is upper YA. There is romance but nothing really explicit.
Between These Broken Hearts was the perfect way to wrap up the whole world of These Hollow Vows. The stakes are high in this final installment and the pace oa very quick and action-packed.
Jasalyn and Felicity are both strong FMCs who overcome a lot of obstacles and grow throughout the books. This is a great fae fantasy romance series.
Thank you to Harper Collins Storytide for the e-arc. All opinions are my own.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 (rounded up for Goodreads)
🌶️ - there is discussion of sex on page but everything is fade to black. I would say this is upper YA. There is romance but nothing really explicit.
Between These Broken Hearts was the perfect way to wrap up the whole world of These Hollow Vows. The stakes are high in this final installment and the pace oa very quick and action-packed.
Jasalyn and Felicity are both strong FMCs who overcome a lot of obstacles and grow throughout the books. This is a great fae fantasy romance series.
Thank you to Harper Collins Storytide for the e-arc. All opinions are my own.
March 24, 2025
This book (duology) consumed my every thought for days! The author took themes of anxiety/depression/mental health and engrained them into every bit of the plot flawlessly, down to her magic system. It’s inspiring and wholesome to see mental health represented in such a holistic way. Add in the adventure, plot twists, and characters you want to root for, and you have one of the best fantasy books I will read this year.
July 27, 2025
Even though I'm sad it's over, Between These Broken Hearts was a brilliant finale to a great series. The author's writing is brilliant and the story telling was flawless. I often felt myself swept along with the characters and sometimes I forgot that I was reading. I couldn't put it down and I read it in less than a day. I highly recommend it and I look forward to seeing what the author writes next.
July 25, 2025
This rating is 40% because I can’t recall anything that happened in the previous book and 60% because of the story I actually read.
This was a fine conclusion to the series but my issue lies in how this book started. I love when characters get yanked apart and have to claw their way back to each other. So pictures my disappointment when everyone is reunited within the first like 15% of the book. It really dampens the stakes of the book. Also, the ten month skip to amp up the tension before Jas turns 18 really kinda bugged me. Overall, this was fine but these few things really stuck with me making this my least fave in the series.
This was a fine conclusion to the series but my issue lies in how this book started. I love when characters get yanked apart and have to claw their way back to each other. So pictures my disappointment when everyone is reunited within the first like 15% of the book. It really dampens the stakes of the book. Also, the ten month skip to amp up the tension before Jas turns 18 really kinda bugged me. Overall, this was fine but these few things really stuck with me making this my least fave in the series.
August 10, 2025
Sobbing, it‘s over. Misha and Felicity made this story so good, in my opinion. I was way more interested in these two because their chemistry was just amazing. The air was fizzling.
The chapters were short, the end made me cry, the plot was plotting, it was a good book and a good series.
The chapters were short, the end made me cry, the plot was plotting, it was a good book and a good series.
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