A review by thereaderbee
The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa

5.0

I didn't think this series could possibly get any better, until I read The Iron Queen and was blown away! This is definitely my favorite book in the series. (So far!) The Iron Fey series is absolutely fantastic. I can't rave about it enough. Definitely tops my list as a favorite series! (May just be my all time favorite!)

The Iron Queen picks up where The Iron Daughter leaves off. Meghan and Ash are in exile, and the false king still trying to takeover all of NeverNever, and is also still after Meghan. It is up to Meghan, Ash, Puck, and of course, the mysterious GRIM, to join forces with the Winter and Summer courts to defeat the false king. It is up to them to save the fey world. (No pressure, right?) :)

Just when you thought you had gotten to know all the characters well, you learn even more about them. I've really enjoyed watching them grow over this series, especially Meghan. With so many responsibilities on her shoulders, she proves to be a strong and determined heroine. We get to see her relationship with Ash grow and flourish. We see how loyal and brave she is, and how she becomes a great leader.

Ash, no longer under the command of his queen, is a completely different person in this book. I loved him before, but after this book, I LOVE him. (Fangirl moment!) We are shown a totally different side of Ash, a side that is sweet and caring, tender and devoted. His love for Meghan is just breathtaking. I adore him. Many, many times he had me crying like a baby.

Puck is still Puck. I love him too. While there was still a bit of bitterness in the beginning on the book, by the end, he was just awesome. So loyal to Meghan, willing to do just about anything for her. I feel awful for him for being the third corner in the love triangle, but I think he's better suited as the best friend.

Grimalkin, and all his wisdom, continues to amaze me. The cat is a mystery! I enjoyed all the new characters that were introduced also. Especially Razor, awww! Even Queen Mab and King Oberon surprised me this time around. We see hints of different sides of them also.

The ending of the book made me cry. I bawled like a little girl. Seriously, I was an emotional mess! All the emtions you feel reading this book... well... I've never had a book touch me like this before. I absolutely love it. I can't get enough! Thank goodness there is going to be a fourth book in the series, that cheers me up.

Mrs. Kagawa... I love your series. They are awesome books. I can't wait to read the next one.

To others, I HIGHLY recommend you reading this series. NOW. Yes, right now. Go get the books, and I'll be waiting to read your reviews to see what you think. :)

And a HUGE thank you to Harlequin Teen and Netgalley for allowing me to read and review this book for you. I loved it!