A Cursed Kiss (1) (Myths of Airren)

What a book! I literally could not put it down! This book had it all- angst, chemistry, and a whole heap of seamlessly woven imagination. Loved from start to finish and eagerly awaiting the next in the series.

I adored this book from start to finish. The writing, the story, the characters (let’s take a moment for some serious Tadhg appreciation), the banter, the imagery, the seamless weaving of Irish mythology into the narrative… It was all just fantastic. A Cursed Kiss definitely exceeded my expectations and I can’t wait for the next in the series!Go han-mhaith ar fad, a Jenny! Arís le leabhair a dó, más é do thoil é.

Wow, wow wow!! I have the biggest book hangover ever!!I can't even begin to describe how much I loved this book. I had all the feelings, I genuinely mean that. I cried, I laughed and I smiled while reading this book. At one stage my husband asked me what was wrong because I gasped and put my hand over my heart, the next he asked me if I wanted to put the book in the freezer (friends reference). This book moved me and even now while writing this review, I can't wait to pick it up again and reread some of my favourite scenes!Keelynn is determined to resurrect her sister after she witnessed the Gancanagh kill her with a cursed kiss. With the help of a vengeful witch and half-fae, Tadhg, Keelynn must kill the Gancanagh. However, everything isn't what it may seem.Wow! SO first off, Keelynn - She has been through so much and yes, she has made some mistakes but she takes everything in her stride and has grown so much throughout. She took on this task with so much loyalty and determination, it was admirable.Tadhg, OOOHHH Tadhg, I don't know where to start with him. Being half-fae, in a world that doesn't accept his kind, was heartbreaking. Yet, his wit and sense of humour were hilarious! Even in the darkest of situations, his one-liners had me laughing out loud. I loved him and the more I learnt about him, I loved him even more!!What I loved most about this book was I couldn't predict it. I actually had to reread parts because I was so shocked, I had to make sure I read it right! It kept me on my toes the entire way through! I was completely captivated by this story. Not only by the characters but by the environment and world Jenny Hickman created. I will admit, I don't read a lot of fantasy books, because I feel I can't "park" the real world and slip into a fantasy one, however with this book I did. I was there. I could visualise everything and I felt every emotion these characters felt. There were so many layers, twists and turns, it was entertaining from start to finish!I highly highly, HIGHLY recommend this fantasy romance book.