Crown of Earth and Sky

Secrets of the Faerie Crown, Book 1

By: Emberly Ash

Narrated by: Lilly Drake, Xander Marceaux

What do I want? A quick death. Barring that, I only dream of one thing—revenge.

Veyka Pendragon was crowned queen in a farce fit for any circus. Now, as her traitorous court plots around her, the new Queen of the Elemental Fae must take revenge on the humans who betrayed her while also guarding a dangerous secret.

The arrival of her betrothed, the storied Brutal Prince, is merely another cog in the wheels of time and space spinning around her.

Arran Earthborn is the strongest terrestrial fae in millennia. If Veyka wishes to keep the peace her ancestors fought and died for, she must join with him soon.

But the Brutal Prince has not earned his name by playing nice. The torture he exacts will enrage and enflame her—and endanger a secret that would rip their world to shreds.

The days are slipping by. Very soon I will have to choose between the crown that destroyed my life but protects my kingdom… Or settling the scores that haunt my every step.

Crown of Earth and Sky is a twisted mythology retelling of the Arthur legend. It is a high-steam fantasy romance with dark elements.

©2023 Emberly Ash (P)2024 Podium Audio

Really good, underrated.

I didnt realize there were so few ratings on this one. It should be as popular as Blood & Ash or the Plated Prisoner series. I'm going to give the information that I look for when I'm looking for a new book to read

The balance between story and spice is pretty good. At times I was like "oh ok. they're doing it again" But it wasn't sooo much that there wasnt any substance. (i feel like a lot of these books are basically just porn)

It takes place where there is no electricity, Queens and kings vibes. Faeries with a lot of magic. Badass female main character. Enemies to lovers. Epic fighting skills.

Narrators are great. I'm a very audio sensitive person so thats pretty important.

Great plot

narrators are pretty poor. Main female character is whiney and annoying 3/4 of the book. It takes forever for the plot to get going but once it does it gets better. Ordered second hopefully it will continue to improve.

Fantastic narrators!!

Lilly and Xander truly make these characters come to life. They put depth and feeling into their world building almost as much as the dialogue. The plot is a decent one too! Lots of tension and banter (bolstered by the narrators) but also, twists! Betrayals! Surprises!

Absolutely loved it!

Listened to Crown of Earth and Sky on audio and loved it! Arthurian retellings are always fun, and this one definitely doesn’t disappoint.

Veyka and Arran’s chemistry is absolutely electric—like off the charts.

I loved the mental health representation, the political intrigue, and the murder mystery layered alongside the romance.

And that cliffhanger had me jumping straight into book two!

A Mesmerizing Fairytale Brought to Life

*Crown of Earth and Sky* by Emberly Ash is an enchanting journey into a world of elemental fae, dark secrets, and intense romance. The audiobook, narrated by the immensely talented Lilly Drake and Xander Marceaux, elevates this captivating story to a whole new level.

Lilly Drake, as always, is the perfect voice for a fairytale romance. Her narration of Veyka Pendragon is both powerful and nuanced, capturing the queen's struggle for revenge and her fight to protect her kingdom. Drake’s voice effortlessly conveys Veyka’s strength, vulnerability, and determination, making her a character listeners will both empathize with and admire.

Xander Marceaux is the ideal choice for Arran Earthborn, the storied Brutal Prince. His deep, commanding voice brings Arran’s character to life, perfectly matching the intensity and complexity required for this role. Marceaux’s portrayal of Arran’s ruthless exterior and the hidden depths beneath is compelling and adds an extra layer of intrigue to the story.

The chemistry between Drake and Marceaux is electric, making their interactions as Veyka and Arran both intense and captivating. Their performances complement each other perfectly, enhancing the tension and romance between the characters.

Emberly Ash’s twisted mythology retelling of the Arthur legend is rich with dark elements, high stakes, and steamy romance. The plot is filled with twists and turns that keep listeners on the edge of their seats, and the world-building is vivid and immersive.

If you’re looking for a high-steam fantasy romance with dark elements, *Crown of Earth and Sky* is a must-listen. Lilly Drake and Xander Marceaux’s stellar narrations make this audiobook an unforgettable experience. Five stars for this mesmerizing fairytale brought to life!