A Faerie's Secret: Volume 4 (Creepy Hollow)

This book was so good. I couldn't put it down. I wasn't sure if i was going to like it as much as the other books but I did. I love the fact that Rachel Morgan didn't leave out the characters from the first books and although I like reading Calla's story I also enjoyed knowing what's going on with the others. What a cliffhanger omg cannot wait for next one!

An engaging continuation of the Creepy Hollow series. I got just as drawn in to Calla's storyline as I did Violet's. A twist at the end of this book that had me wanting the next book straight away!

Although I enjoyed this book, I hope The Faerie War was not the last we will be seeing of Violet and Ryn?!?

I have read all this series and found it to be enthralling. I could not put the book down. Brilliant story and look forward to more from this author. This would be a perfect series to take on holiday on your kindle.

I love this series, it's one of my favs! I was so pleased when I saw this was coming that I pre-ordered it straight away! It did not disappoint!!!

This series just gets better and better. Violet, Ryn and Nate are great main characters and the surrounding characters are all well written and have their own place. Rachel Morgan is a great writer.

I've read all Creepy Hollow books and each one better than the last. I am sooooooooo waiting for book 5. Nice one Rachel

Nice to see past characters & meet some very interesting new ones. Can't wait for the next book!

I downloaded this book purely on a last second whim. Quite frankly I just happened to like the book cover art and the title. Seemingly a dumb reason, but I did say whim. Now I'm not a big fan of fantasy novels, but once into this particular one I surprisingly liked it. Calla seems a bit of an extrovert/introvert but is very likable as the lead femme fatale, albeit a faerie. Her abilities fit her attitude, but when they're taken from her (mostly), she does bounce back, and, with help, starts on the road to recovery. Since this is just one of a continuing book series centered on her, this story naturally ends with a number of balls still in the air to be picked and resolved in the following book. In effect each book is not exactly a stand alone tome. I personally don't have the interest to get further involved with the series, but I did get a kick out of this particular story.

Can I just say that I love that Creepy Hollow is not done? It’s always bittersweet leaving a world behind when finishing a series, and I thought when reading The Faerie War (Creepy Hollow Book #3) that that was the last new adventure I’d have with Violet and Ryn in the world of Creepy Hollow. Thankfully, not so. Or not completely anyway. A Faerie’s Secret picks up almost a decade after the fall of Draven, but while Vi, Ryn and some other familiar faces make some cameos, this time the story is Calla’s (Ryn’s younger half sister). Now seventeen, Calla Larkenwood desperately wants to train to become a faerie guardian just like her father was and her brother is. She wants to keep people safe from horrors like she once experienced at the hands of a cruel Unseelie prince. However, since the fall of Draven, the Guilds are now keeping track of faeries with Griffin abilities, and her parents are trying as hard as possible to keep Calla’s power a secret. Especially since she has trouble controlling it. Sending her to train at the Guild would be like sending her into the lion’s den. But when it becomes clear that someone dangerous might already know and be after Calla, her parents finally agree that the Guild might, ironically, be the safest place for her. But then again, maybe not. When a guardian trainee hazing goes south, Calla ends up in the middle of something sinister while accidentally exposing her secret to a faerie of somewhat ambiguous allegiances. So safety becomes somewhat of a moot point. Plus, guardian training, not super safe to begin with anyway. Continuation? Standalone? So, at this point, you might be wondering, Dear Reader, if you need to have read the first three books in this series. First of all, massive side eye going on in your general direction accompanied by an “Um…. YES?!” But fangirl answer aside, still I would say yes. The impact of the story would be greatly lessened if you jumped in on Book #4. Plus, you would definitely benefit from a better, broader knowledge of the Creepy Hollow world and what these characters have already been through. For example, if you read the original trilogy, you’ll have already met Calla. Seven-year-old Calla does play an important role in that story, and her backstory definitely comes into play in this one. But that said, if for some reason, you're staunchly opposed to reading the previous books, Rachel also does a good job of providing just enough information for the uninitiated reader to get by if they don’t wish to go back and read the first three. *more side eye* Calla. I just love her. She’s been through so much suffering in her seventeen years, and yet she embraces the vibrancy of life; choosing the “bright colors” rather than dwelling on the dark ones. She’s passionate, full of conviction, selfless, brave, compassionate, but also tough, totally kickbutt, and tends to wear her heart on her sleeve… among other places. I adore her. I also adore Chase. A handsome, mysterious tattoo artist from the Underground, Calla’s ability doesn’t affect him like it does other faeries. Which makes him dangerous to Calla. However, seeing as she’s gotten herself in a bit of a “situation” with the super unofficial and definitely illegal trainee initiation, she finds herself in need of his knowledge and help. He's strangely honorable, but not entirely forthcoming. Friend or foe? Well, that remains to be seen… Calla & Chase. Whatever this is, I love it. Vi & Ryn. Yay. Just… yay. So good to see them again. The world. Like I said previously, when I finished what I assumed to be the last book in the then-trilogy, I hated saying goodbye to the world of Creepy Hollow. Rachel has created this beautiful, enchanting place that blends the faerie world with very human concepts. A faerie world full of magic, mystery, and magical creatures, but with law enforcement agencies, bureaucracy, smartphone equivalents, and social media? It’s whimsical and charming, but also believably dark and dangerous when the plot swings that way. Which it does. Often. Creepy Hollow is a well-conceived and well-executed world, and I’m so glad I get to visit there a little longer. The story. It’s captivating. It’s fast-paced. It's... Ok. I have to mention it. There's one thing I love above all about A Faerie’s Secret, and I need to at least try to tell you about it, even if it’s in the vaguest of terms. I guess the only way I can describe it is that Rachel wove <insert "the coolest spoilery thing ever" here> into the story in such a organic, smart, stealthy way; a well-planned sneak attack. I had my suspicions about <insert "the coolest spoilery thing ever" here>. I was 86% sure I had this thing all figured out, but still Rachel kept me guessing. And when the "AHA!" moment finally came, what she did with <insert "the coolest spoilery thing ever" here> blew me away. I love when an author can turn the tables on me, which is something that doesn't seem to happen too terribly often. So if you like clever stories that’ll leave you jaw-on-the-floor gaping (and if you like faeries, and magic, and romance, and danger, and kick-butt heroines… and who doesn’t?!), this book is a good pick for you. Also worth mentioning, the dialogue and descriptions. I’m a big fan. And I love how certain things from the original trilogy come into play in this fourth book. Overall. In short, A Faerie’s Secret is clever, exciting and engaging; a wonderful and welcome return to the world and characters for established fans of the series, and a great introduction to Creepy Hollow for those new to it. My favorite of the series thus far.

Loved every moment I signed up for arc for the book! This book was so awesome it gave me a book hang over I started the series again why I am waiting for the next one

I don't even know where to begin with this book because it was simply such an amazing read! Fast-paced, fun, and filled to the brim with exciting adventures, I never wanted this book to end. It was so nice to be back in Creepy Hollow, seeing old favorites return, and (kind of) new characters finding a new place in my heart. It's not secret that I love this series, and Ms. Morgan does a fantastic job at bridging the original series with this installment. While you don't necessarily have to read the first 3 novels in the series, you will be greatly missing out if you don't! You feel a much stronger connection to the story, and you understand what went on 10 years ago as this was what the first 3 books were about. Nevertheless, you will not be confused if you decided to start with this novel, as Ms. Morgan writes the story with a great clarity and brilliance. You will instantly be transported to Creepy Hollow, feeling like you are right there along with the characters going through the Faerie Paths, and taking part in the Fishbowl. This story follows Calla, Ryn's sister. She's all grown up, and has a major secret that she is keeping from everyone. For if anyone finds out about this secret, well let's just say it won't be good for anyone involved. She has very few people she can trust, and she quickly realizes that some of those people she might not be who she thought they were to begin with. Everyone has secrets, and some will do anything to keep those secrets quiet. This is extremely important to remember while reading this book (and you'll see why after you finish reading). I loved Calla as a lead character. In fact, she was just as great as Vi! Calla's feisty and fierce, and does what she wants. I loved her spunk, and even when everything was against her, she never gives up. And then there's Chase. Calla meets him in an unexpected place, and from there the mystery deepens. Calla can't get a read on him, and she certainly can't figure out why he's keeping his past so secret. But oooh boy, when Calla (and the reader) finds out...let's just say you will NOT believe what you just read. Chase was such an intriguing character, and I loved the balance he provided for Calla. They work so well together as a team, and I'm very interested to see what the next book has in store for them. So that moment I was talking about before where there's this big revelation in regards to Chase...that's how the book ends. Suffice to say, it's a MAJOR CLIFFHANGER! This is the mother of all cliffhangers people, and you're jaw will drop. Ms. Morgan certainly knows how to craft a shocking moment, and I applaud her for being able to render me speechless with one single word. If you are a fan of this series, this is a must read! You don't want to miss out on the exciting adventures of Calla, as well as seeing your favorite characters and learning what they've been up to in the past 10 years. I can't wait for the next book, A Faerie's Revenge, and I don't know how I'm going to be able to wait! Don't miss out of this one, or you'll regret it! Happy reading :)

Loved this series Rachel Morgan is an excellent writer, counting the days for the next book in this series... Couldn't put the books down once I started them!