The Mortal Queen (The Aisling Trilogy, #1)
Ashley Metzler
Married to the savage fae king… When Aisling hears that her father has promised her in marriage to the king of the fae, a cold terror washes over her. This marriage means peace for her people, but certain death for Aisling.Everyone knows that the fae are monsters. That they murder and steal for sport. But when Aisling meets her new husband, he is not at all the beast she expected.Lir is alluring, wild, and dangerously perfect. She is determined to hate him, but his sharp tongue and fierce loyalty to his people spark an attraction she cannot control.He draws Aisling into a realm of deadly enchantments and mythical beasts. But she finds that the fae have monsters of their own—creatures of ancient evil that grow stronger by the day.When Aisling finds herself fighting at Lir’s side, something new stirs inside something more than desire; something magical and untamed, ready to break free. She must learn to control her passion and her power, or watch as the mortal and fae worlds are torn apart.An absolutely irresistible, slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance, The Mortal Queen will take you on an action-packed adventure in a world of fae and magic. With unforgettable characters, searing chemistry, action and shocking twists, it’s perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black and Callie Hart. The Mortal Queen was previously published as Breath of the New Creature by A.E. Jürgens.
Publication Year: 2025
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4.25 ⭐️
The Mortal Queen deserves way more hype! I listened to the audiobook, and it was completely addictive—so immersive that I couldn’t stop listening.
Aisling, our morally grey main character, is everything. She’s torn between ambition and morality, and her journey is so compelling. You’re constantly wondering whether she’ll rise to power or fall into corruption. She’s stubborn (sometimes frustratingly so), but given her upbringing, it makes total sense.
The slow-burn romance was, in my opinion, perfectly done. Aisling and Lir start off despising each other, and by the end, while they don’t fully trust one another, they’re undeniably connected. And Lir? Absolutely obsessed. He’s the definition of a perfect book boyfriend—every scene with him was breathtaking.
The world-building is stunning, deeply rooted in Celtic mythology, with a rich, almost old-world writing style. The Fae realm is magical, dangerous, and completely immersive. The first few chapters can be a lot, but once you settle in, it’s so worth it.
Can I also say, that ending?? Did not see it coming. It drove me crazy, but in the best way—I need the next book ASAP. If you love ACOTAR, you’ll love this (but honestly, it’s written even better). Highly recommend!
0The idea behind the story was interesting, but the execution just didn’t hit the mark for me. That said, the lyrical writing style really grabbed my attention. I also appreciated the world-building with its variety of creatures and the focus on politics, which added a nice touch. But honestly, I felt let down by the lack of emotional connection between the main characters, especially since this was supposed to be a romance fantasy. Moreover, hearing the phrase “the mortal queen” over and over again gets pretty exhausting. That said, I’m still curious about where the story’s headed. I’d love to see the romance between the leads get more attention and depth next time around. I’ll probably pick up the next book later.
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