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The Prince: A Wicked Novella

The Prince: A Wicked Novella

byJennifer L. Armentrout
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Valerie StuckInBooks
4.0 out of 5 starsNot what I was expecting
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018
Let me start by saying that this isn't a stand alone story. It does not finish on the last page. While you can certainly read it without having read the Wicked Trilogy, you will definitive be JLA watching afterwards to find out when you will get more.

Far different than every other 1001 Dark Nights Novella that I have read, this book feels like the beginning of a story. The romance develops slowly and takes a back seat to the mystery that is the Prince. What is he doing? Why is he where he is?

When the romance begins, it is deep and heady but it happens far into the book and you will desperately want more when the pages end. But, alas, waiting makes the heart grow fonder. And I am waiting.

I do love the world of Wicked. Fae and the order make for so many possibilities. And the Prince has his own story to tell. I hated...HATED him in the Wicked Trilogy. I was confident that I would never change my mind. Of course, a few strokes of an authors pen can change my rage at him to sympathy and compassion. And there is one point in this story where my heart hurts for him. He chooses to help Brighton but at what cost? I have learned to love him. However, I am currently VERY mad at him. And I have questions. Lots and lots of questions. How and why are among them. But you will have to read the story to get the rest. And then, you too will be waiting for more.

It was nice seeing Tink. He's spending time with Brighton as Ivy is in Florida. He tends to split his time between them. I love seeing him and hearing his silly comments. I enjoyed seeing a few snatches of Ivy and finding out what her and Ren are up to. The order is still recovering from the mess that was created with the way things ended with the Wicked Trilogy. They don't really play a role in this story for which I was irritated with them.

I enjoyed the rich culture that is New Orleans. Most of the book plays out on the streets and in the bars of that city. It is certainly a place I should visit.

Brighton is an interesting character that I learned to love. She feels like she isn't seen. Not valued as a member of the order. Her training stopped when she was twelve because of her mother's injuries. She face a mighty struggle in this story and she faces this idea of feeling like a ghost. It's an interesting idea that I can sometimes relate to. Her decisions as a result of these feeling were not always wise. I cared that she took risks. The Prince cared that she took risks. It was where their relationship began. I cheer for Brighton. I'm still cheering for her as her story is not complete. Right now, I wish I could hug her and be her friend. She needs one.

As always, this author does a good job of getting my emotions involved. I already loved this world. And I did enjoy this story. I would have loved a bit more romance and I wish I'd know it wasn't stand alone. But other than that, it's a great read.

If you enjoyed the Wicked world, you're going to want to read this one. Just be prepared. It doesn't end here.
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Nelsbels
3.0 out of 5 starsFae romance
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2018
Big cliffhanger. Next one releases in a year Not a clean romance. Can skip the steam, but it's not simply turning pages. You miss some storyline. A couple cuss words. I love this authors writing, but wish I could filter the stream out.
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Valerie StuckInBooks
4.0 out of 5 stars Not what I was expecting
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018
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Let me start by saying that this isn't a stand alone story. It does not finish on the last page. While you can certainly read it without having read the Wicked Trilogy, you will definitive be JLA watching afterwards to find out when you will get more.

Far different than every other 1001 Dark Nights Novella that I have read, this book feels like the beginning of a story. The romance develops slowly and takes a back seat to the mystery that is the Prince. What is he doing? Why is he where he is?

When the romance begins, it is deep and heady but it happens far into the book and you will desperately want more when the pages end. But, alas, waiting makes the heart grow fonder. And I am waiting.

I do love the world of Wicked. Fae and the order make for so many possibilities. And the Prince has his own story to tell. I hated...HATED him in the Wicked Trilogy. I was confident that I would never change my mind. Of course, a few strokes of an authors pen can change my rage at him to sympathy and compassion. And there is one point in this story where my heart hurts for him. He chooses to help Brighton but at what cost? I have learned to love him. However, I am currently VERY mad at him. And I have questions. Lots and lots of questions. How and why are among them. But you will have to read the story to get the rest. And then, you too will be waiting for more.

It was nice seeing Tink. He's spending time with Brighton as Ivy is in Florida. He tends to split his time between them. I love seeing him and hearing his silly comments. I enjoyed seeing a few snatches of Ivy and finding out what her and Ren are up to. The order is still recovering from the mess that was created with the way things ended with the Wicked Trilogy. They don't really play a role in this story for which I was irritated with them.

I enjoyed the rich culture that is New Orleans. Most of the book plays out on the streets and in the bars of that city. It is certainly a place I should visit.

Brighton is an interesting character that I learned to love. She feels like she isn't seen. Not valued as a member of the order. Her training stopped when she was twelve because of her mother's injuries. She face a mighty struggle in this story and she faces this idea of feeling like a ghost. It's an interesting idea that I can sometimes relate to. Her decisions as a result of these feeling were not always wise. I cared that she took risks. The Prince cared that she took risks. It was where their relationship began. I cheer for Brighton. I'm still cheering for her as her story is not complete. Right now, I wish I could hug her and be her friend. She needs one.

As always, this author does a good job of getting my emotions involved. I already loved this world. And I did enjoy this story. I would have loved a bit more romance and I wish I'd know it wasn't stand alone. But other than that, it's a great read.

If you enjoyed the Wicked world, you're going to want to read this one. Just be prepared. It doesn't end here.
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Tammy Manning
5.0 out of 5 stars Move over Ren, Caden is coming for your book boyfriend status
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2021
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“You’re not a ghost. You never could be one, not when you burn as brilliant as the sun.”

I will admit that I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about this book because Brighton didn’t really make much of an impression on me in the Wicked series. However, I was intrigued to read more about Caden and I love Tink, not to mention I will read anything by JLA so I gave it a shot. And I am so glad that I did! Brighton and Caden were not two characters that I would have thought to put together but it totally works.

While Brighton hadn’t made much of an impression on me before she definitely did in The Prince. She survived something horrible at the beginning of the story and decided that it was time for her to get off of the sidelines where she had been relegated her entire life. I love that she took ownership of herself and decided that she was going to get revenge and that she would do it her way.

We seen Caden as mainly a bad guy in the Wicked series so it was nice getting to see him as the good guy in this book. We really get to see how much he was affected by what the Queen did to him and what the consequences of that are. And I just have to say that the chemistry between Caden and Brighton is perfect.

This really was a great and quick read. Getting to see older characters was a definite plus but Brighton and Caden carried the book entirely on their own. And the reveal at the end makes me want to jump right into reading the next book.

“Why do you call me that? Sunshine?”
“Because I saw you smile once and it was like the sun finally rising.”
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Edyaline
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating, Thrilling & HOT
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2020
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WOW. First of all, I really liked Ivy from the Wicked series. She was a bit hard headed and naïve at times but I liked her. However, after reading these Novellas I realized that I liked Brighton A LOT more. Who knew little miss Brighton would go from becoming a shadow within the Order to one hell of a kick-ass- heroine?? LOVED her. Honestly she deserves all the hype.

Brighton is older, more mature, incredibly brave & kind. Before her attack she felt like an insignificant member of the order. Her mother and father were well trained fighters whom were incredibly respected by the Order. She never felt worthy. Before her attack, she was hoping to begin training,

“I’d finally be… useful. Worthy of those I called my friends and, most importantly, worthy of the legacy of my family.

Those of you who have read the Wicked series know that Brighton was a mere shadow in the Order. Someone you could count on to conduct research, run errands or ask for a ride; Never to fight in battle. In The Prince we are introduced to a new Brighton. A kickass , murderous Brighton that dresses up in promiscuous outfits to disguise herself so that she can seek revenge on those who changed her life forever.

As an empath like Brighton, I was able to connect with her a lot. The Prince had an evil past (being under a malicious spell by the Queen that causes you to be abusive and murder a bunch of people kind of does that) but she saw through it, understood the weight of his guilt, knew that your past doesn’t have to be all that you are and people can change. She definitely did. Unlike the Order, her passion to help find the younglings was also admirable. Fae or not, to Brighton, your life mattered.

And leave it up to Jen to make the villain of the Wicked series attractive & someone we evidently start rooting for
🙄.

The sexual tension between these two was 🔥🔥🔥

"“My back hit the wall, and then he was there, his large body crowding mine in. Panic began to blossom, but I fought it down. I started to raise my leg, aiming for where it counted, but he pressed his hips in, trapping a large thigh between mine.

“Foolish. So Very foolish,” he said. “Also kind of hot”.

I really loved how brazen Brighton was whenever the Prince tried to intervene,

“You can tell his royal Dickness that this is a public establishment and he does not get to dictate where I go and what I do.”

Overall, I loved how quickly the story began. Those who haven’t read the Wicked Series can still enjoy the Novellas. Jennifer does a great job at bringing new (or familiar) readers into the world of the Fae without giving too much. I loved getting small updates on familiar faces.
The ending doesn’t necessarily end on a huge cliffhanger but definitely sets it up for the next installment, “The King”.

Would I recommend: Absolutely
Re-read it?: YES
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Liv
5.0 out of 5 stars Revenge has its merits! And more Tink, yay!
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2019
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I really enjoyed this novella. More please!

★¸¸.•*¨*•★Minor spoilers alert★•*¨*•.¸¸★

Dual format owned: Kindle e-book & Audible audiobook

Writing style: Brighton’s POV only

Story ★★★★★

I love novellas, and this was a nice bonus to the Wicked trilogy. It was a quick and easily engaging read / listen that I highly recommend to paranormal fans.

There was a tragic event that helped inspire the heroine Brighton to change her passive role in the Order to a secretly more active and dangerous one. That ultimately led to her teaming up with Caden, the formerly wicked Summer Prince. The focus was on their combined revenge mission, but we also got a few moments that showed us their attraction was undeniably building and leading to romantic feelings for Brighton at least.

And of course, I have to mention that I crazy loved how any appearance by or mention of Tink, my favorite magical Brownie being, made me smile or outright laugh. He had to stay at Brighton’s place for a while which was an entertaining bonus. Whether Tink was in his tiny aka fun-size or his full size, I loved how Amy Landon voiced him so distinctly for each. Dixon, Tink’s adorable pet cat, was also a fun additional guest at Brighton’s place.

Per the publisher, ‘Every 1,001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series.’ So, the ending, while not exactly a cliff hanger according to the publisher’s note, was still very mysterious to me. I’m betting there will be another novel or novella expanding on the new roles Brighton and Caden will play next.

I have no doubt that new fans to the Wicked trilogy will definitely want to go back and read / listen to 1-Wicked, 2-Torn and 3-Brave in the main trilogy after this very engaging reading experience.
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Jennifer R. Shiels
4.0 out of 5 stars Brighton and Caden
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2019
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The Prince is a novella from the world of the Wicked Series. Brighton Jussier's a member of the Order with Ivy and Ren. She was raised in the Order like the others but it all changed when her mother Merle was captured by Fae and tortured. Her mother was never the same and Brighton spent the rest of her life taking care of her.

In the third book of the Wicked Series, Brave, several members of the Order were working with some of the Winter Fae and the Queen. The Prince was discovered to have actually been the Prince from the Summer Court and he had been controlled by the Queen. He knows who he is now but he's haunted by his past acts while under control. Brighton and her mother Merle were attacked by some strong Winter Fae and other Order members and all died except for Brighton.

It has been 2 years since that horrible situation and Brighton has really changed. She's worked really hard and trained and she's been hunting down the Fae that attacked her and her mother. She's really different now and Tink's been living with her. Ivy and Ren married and they've been traveling.

Looking forward to a continuation of this novella with The King.
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The Blonde Book Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Amazing Stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018
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Title: The Prince (Wicked #3.5)
Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout
Publisher: Evil Eye Concepts, Incorporated
Amount of Pages: 125
Edition Read: Kindle
Genre: Fantasy, Adult, Romance

Date Read: 03-08-2018

Favorite Quote:“Why do you call me that? Sunshine?”
“Because I saw you smile once and it was like the sun finally rising.”"

Review:
Another great book by Jennifer L. Armentrout! I was super excited to read this one and it definitely didn't disappoint. I was happy to see certain characters again like Tink, Ren and Ivy.
Be aware that this book ends with a cliffhanger.

What is this book about:
This book begins where Brave ended. The Queen is defeated, or you know send back to the hell hole they came from. Time for celebration right? Well think again. The winter fae haven't given up, they are still hunting. Brighton knows that all to well.
The prince hasn't forgotten what he did under the influence of the Queen. He remembers everything he has done. Yet he can't seem to stay away from Brighton. There is something about her that lures him in but he knows nothing can come from it.
When some of the summer fae boys go missing, Brighton and the Prince have to work together to find them. Will they be able to find the missing fae or will they discover more than they bargained for.

What did I like about this book:
I loved being back in the fae work again. Jennifer did a really good job creating that world. I loved seeing old characters again like Tink, Ren and Ivy. Learning more about what they've been up to.
I really liked getting to know other characters as well I didn't think I'd learn to like the Prince as much as I did. And I didn't think I'd like Brighton as much as well. She's a great character, we didn't seem much of her in the other books, atleast not as much as I recall. And it was good, she's a great person, really feisty and strong.
I can't wait to see more about this world and it's characters

Rating:
5 Amazing Stars
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Andrea Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars I need more!
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2018
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I absolutely loved the Wicked Series and was so curious about the Prince and what happened to him after he escaped the queen. So to say I was excited for this novella is an understatement! But I couldn’t even begin to imagine how fantastic it would be. Now, if you haven’t read the Wicked Series, don’t fret. The Prince is written as a standalone, but I highly recommend you read the Wicked Series at some point; 1) Because it follows a badass fae hunter and her friends while she falls in love, discovers herself, while trying to save the human world. And 2.) Passionflix will begin filming Wicked this November! So yeah, definitely read it. You’ve got some time to get caught up…but right now let’s focus on The Prince!

The Prince picks up two years after the events in Brave and the Winter Fae attack on the order. Brighton grew up in The Order, but has always had a more unconventional job. However, after the Winter Fae attacked her and her mother, she took on the role of vigilante to hunt them down. She never expected to cross paths with the Prince. The Prince, who has remained a mystery since he was saved, is now everywhere she is. Before she knows it she’s working along side him. They are drawn to one another, and the more they try to deny their attraction the closer it pulls them in.

Armentrout did an amazing job bringing these two characters together. The chemistry between Brighton and Caden is off the charts! But it’s so much more than that. You see it in the Caden’s actions and the things he says to Brighton. It leaves you yearning for more. She packed so much into this novella! There’s so much brewing between Brighton and Caden, there’s more going on in the fae world, and of course all our favorites from the Wicked Series are there as well. She leaves us wanting more for sure, but don’t worry there will be more for Brighton and the Prince in The King!
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Sabrina Diaz
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing! And I can't wait for more!
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018
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Oh my God!!!! This cannot be a done series. No freaking way! First off, one of my favorites series by Jennifer L. Armentrout. And I was ecstatic when I heard that there would be a follow up novella, but after that cliffhanger ending, no one can tell me that is the end of this series! So good!! Okay, so what happened? Without spoilers of course. The book starts not too long after the third book Brave ended. The Queen is gone and everyone is beginning to heal. However, there is still one tragedy left and everything changes for Brighton. Two years later and Brighton isn’t who she used to be. She’s a survivor and furthermore she is a hunter, not that the Order knows that. She’s set on revenge and her path comes someone…surprising. The Prince, aka Caden, has his own plans of revenge after the spell that made me a slave. And when younglings of the Summer Court are missing, Brighton and Caden find themselves working together on both goals. But neither expected the spark between them. They both know nothing can happen, but that will that be enough?
Really loved the story. The story is told through Brighton’s point of view and though she was in the earlier books, getting her thoughts and learning about who she is was such a treat. And through her we get a look at Caden who for so long was seen as a villain because of the spell that enslaved him. New enemies and conflicts arise, and though I haven’t heard anything about the series continuing, I have to believe there will be more. Love this series.

I received an ARC for an honest review!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely astounding....
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2018
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Brighten marvelled as Ivy and Ren left. They had married and were heading to Florida on assignment. Tink was staying with her. Two years had passed since the night Bri and her mother had been attacked by those far loyal to the queen, who was now in the other world. But had been going out alone, finding the far who attacked her and killed her mother. She disguised herself and frequented bars know to serve fae. She was looking for one more far and an ancient.

The Prince, Caden, seemed to show up whenever she was in trouble. She was almost caught then almost shot. He took three bullets for her. And he almost died in the process. He had not fed for the two years he had been released from being under the spell of the evil queen. But had to save him. And she did. And.....finds herself falling for him.

This is an action packed story that is too good to put down. Can't wait for the next book.

Read on my friends.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018
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Wow oh WOW! That was...WOW! This was an amazing addition to the Wicked series. It was fast paced, but not rushed, action packed, sexy, angsty, intense anticipation, with many OMG moments that my poor heart almost didn't make it!

I've always like Brighton's character. She's truly grown in this story though. She's tough, yet vulnerable, caring, loyal, and compassionate. My heart broke for her many times throughout the story.

The Prince wasn't at all what I expected, but I am thoroughly pleased with him. He was protective, mysterious, sexy, with a dry sense of humor, and so sweet I was "awwww-ing" many times while reading.

The ending?! GAH! I need more NOW! I was NOT expecting that, but wowsers it was awesome! All in all, this was a phenomenal read and I can't wait to read more in this series. Thank you Jenn for this ARC. This is my honest review.
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