Book Review: For the Throne by Hannah Whitten

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***May contain spoilers***

***Scroll to the bottom for my rating***

For the Throne was a wonderfully written story that captivated me the entire time. Its various spellbinding experiences and adventures kept me entertained throughout. This was a wonderful addition to the series, and I loved getting a deeper look into Neve’s perspective. 

In comparison to the first book of the Wilderwood series, this one had a larger cast of narratives. This meant that we got more from both sisters and Raffe, which was enjoyed. 

The two opposite worlds of the Shadowlands and the Wilderwood were so well done. I wanted to know what was happening in each of them at every second, and I couldn’t forget that one area or moment existed. Occasionally, in other stories that I’ve read with multiple POVs, some perspectives attract more interest than others. I was equally entranced by both paths and sisters’ stories; all I wanted to know was how they would stop the Kings.

Although the story was predictable to a degree, it still managed to shock and surprise me. Things that I expected to happen would somewhat happen but be altered to a route that I never imagined. This kept the story interesting, turning, and captivating.

I loved the growth of all of the characters. They developed further from the first novel but exponentially throughout the second. I am at a loss for words other than saying how much I loved this story. There are so many outstanding elements and moments to recant that I do not want to spoil them for anyone else.

Whitten has easily been added to my auto-buy list from this series, and I can’t wait to try her Nightshade Crown series. For my love of this book and the first in the series, I have decided to 1) amend my previous rating of 4.5 stars for For the Wolf to 5 stars as I am not quite sure why I didn’t initially and regretted my decision after posting my review (which you can read here) and 2) rate For the Throne 5 out of 5 stars with a 2 for spice. 

As always, thanks for reading! 💜

Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Spice: 🌶️🌶️