Reviewed by phyllish on
I loved the creativity of this story! As I was reading, I was noticing how wonderfully the tale was woven and enjoying every word.
Princess Adelaide, the sister of King Dominic from A Tale of Beauty and the Beast, who had been spirited away when she was just thirteen by her godmother when their parents died, was under an enchantment which caused her to lose her voice during the day and be bound to the enchanted lake of swans at night. Her days were spent silently as she served at The Haven – when she attempted to speak, she bugled like a swan instead. In fact, the swans who lived at her lake could understand her.
Addie wore her nobility with kindness and humility. Though she would have sacrificed herself for the women she served, she feared trusting anyone fully with her heart.
Crown Prince Gabriel had been searching for Addie for quite some time and despite her best efforts to disguise herself, he couldn't help but recognize his childhood friend. This dashing and brave prince was determined to help release her from her prison, despite how enchanting it appeared. I have to say, Gabe was quite charming. I loved his resolve to help Addie in whatever way he could. His valor knew no limits.
A Captive of Wing and Feather was full of intrigue and twists. Just when I thought they had broken the spell or were finally going to succeed, something else would happen that was completely unexpected! I was quite caught up in the story and confess that at one point while I was reading, my husband asked me a question and I wondered just how I was supposed to communicate my answer to him. It took me a moment to realize that my voice wasn't the one that was missing.
Melanie Cellier's stories are always so enjoyable! If you enjoy fantasy, be sure to read not only this book but the entire Four Kingdoms and the Beyond the Four Kingdoms series.
Read my full review at Among the Reads
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 8 December, 2019: Finished reading
- 8 December, 2019: Reviewed