The Curse and the Silver Rose is the first book in the Fairytales Forever trilogy, a series of reimagined fairytales with spice. This first book is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Amelie is the young woman promised to the beast, Davron, by her two brothers.

I d the story in this book - it wasn't just a straight retelling of the story, and it added something new. I d the two magical items involved in the story - the silver rose sword and the rose-gold clamshell, and I enjoyed how they were used in the story. The enchantments in the Castle were interesting too and I d how they were utilised.

I had a slight issue with the pacing, although this could be down to the fact that I'm personally not a fan of either insta-love or a third act breakup, both of which occur here. So what I see as pacing issues might just be related to the use of these tropes. For example, when Amelie and Davron start to talk, things move very fast (emotionally and physically), to the point that I categorised it as insta-love. This is followed by a really good action scene, which is fast-paced and exciting, and then there's the third act breakup.

For me, this really slowed down the pace of the book. There's quite a few chapters during this separation where not much happens so the change in pace definitely stood out for me. If the book had been longer, maybe this could have been addressed by increasing the time spent in the castle getting to know each other before the romance accelerated which might have created more balance overall. But I come into this review as an enemies-to-lovers slow-burn obsessive, so that might be a me-issue. I know that not every romance has to be slow burn and enemies-to-lovers and therefore there's nothing actually wrong with a quick romance! It's just not my personal favourite.

I've gone with 4 stars for The Curse and the Silver Rose because I enjoyed the story, and I wouldn't want to mark it down just because the tropes in this book weren't ones that hit the most for me. Just because I love a slow burn romance with no third act breakup doesn't mean that someone else won't completely adore this take on the classic fairytale and give it the easiest 5 stars. I plan to continue reading this series and can't wait to see the new twists on these well-known fairytales!

Disclaimer: I received an ARC from BookSirens, but this is my voluntary and honest review.5 s Nessa’s Book Reviews267 11

Title: The Curse and the Silver Rose By Evie Finn

Fairytales Forever Book One

Release date: March, 14th, 2024

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"The Curse and the Silver Rose" follows Amelie as she ventures into the domain of a notoriously fierce lord to save her family, armed with a magical sword. Initially terrified by Davron's imposing presence and cursed demeanor, Amelie discovers a connection with him as they uncover each other's past traumas. However, their budding romance is threatened by a vengeful sorceress intent on their destruction.

Together, they must unravel the mystery of Davron's curse to save themselves.

This steamy retelling of Beauty and the Beast offers a captivating blend of romance, Spice, magic, and adventure in the first installment of the Fairytales Forever trilogy.

The series kicks off with a promising start, offering a compelling blend of action and romance. With its interesting spin on the classic Beauty and the Beast tale, readers are treated to an intriguing narrative that balances spice and adventure.


I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.3 s Jessica953 23

Amelie has always wished for an adventure, but to be promised to an infamous lord wasn't quite what she had in mind. But to save her family she rides off to the lord's castle, armed with only a magic sword.

A retelling of The Beauty and the Beast, and it had me already at the dedication:

"For the girls who were disappointed when the big scary beast turned into a pretty blond guy."

I've read some books after reading Fourth Wing - good ones at that - but none of them could really engage me to the fullest, and I didn't feel the same urge to pick them up. Until I started The Curse and the Silver Rose. It was suggested to me by BookSirens, and I requested an ARC simply because it was a retelling of The Beauty and the Beast (okay, and the gorgeous cover!), so it was a slight gamble. A gamble that worked, because I truly love Evie Finn's take on the story!

With the risk of not remembering the original correctly anymore (I've read several retellings of this), I think that Finn has kept all the major parts, the library.

“You have a library?” she exclaimed. “A whole library?”
“You said you missed your books.”
Davron sidled up to Amelie, watching her reaction closely.
Her face broke into an astonished smile, spinning around to take it all in. “This is the best thing I have ever seen!”
“Good. It’s yours.”

This scene always makes me happy! Something that Finn has added, and that's certainly not in all retellings, are really steamy s*x scenes. Might sound it doesn't fit, but in the way the author does it, it actually suits our characters. I read this book in two evenings, and I was almost grumpy for not having more time with Amelie and Davron! Highly recommended!

* I received an ARC through BookSirens and I'm giving my honest review. *3 s Dianna 115 4

I really loved this story. It's a retelling of Beauty and the Beast in the classic way. It's well written and engaging. The characters have depth and personalities that are multifaceted and enjoyable to read. Theres a good spice scene here or there, but its not the only focus of this story. I laughed a few times and rooted for them to realize thier feelings- theyre always so blind to thier feelings!. So i was in the story- which definitely indicates that for me the writing was drawing me into the world built. The food descriptions are oddly detailed- I think the author may be a foodie, lol- that's not a complaint, just something that stood out to me. I always enjoy retellings, but this one is exceptionally well done! I'd absolutely recommend this to anyone that enjoys Beauty & Beast retellings-I look forward to more from this author.3 s Twinkle45 3

This is a lovely fairytale that made me want more. I truly love the characters and the story line, especially cause beauty and the beast is my all time favorite. It made me gitty and excited. I wish there was more of the spice. The tension made me want so much. Thank you so much for letting me enjoy the adventure!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.2 s Jaime35 5

I enjoyed this reimagining of Beauty and the Beast! There was enough of the original story to feel cozy with the familiarity of it, and enough that was new and different to keep me engaged and interested.

I loved that the HEA did not entail the MMC becoming a visually “perfect” specimen with blonde hair and blue eyes. I was here for the tattoos and scars and, well, you know. In fact, there was very little admiring/worshipping of the socially acceptable physical ideal, which was nice.

I wish we’d learned the details of Davron’s backstory earlier in the book, because it added so much more depth to his character once we did get those details.

I wish we’d had more time with Levissina at the end of the book, because I was intrigued by the final turn in her character’s development - I do have the novella to read, though, so I’m hoping that gives me more of her character the way I’d to get to know her.

I was also really hoping for one more spicy scene in the last 30% of the book, because the spice was
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