Unveiling the Otherworldly: A Spine-Tingling Review of ‘Notce’

• Author: Lana Sky
• Release Date: June 20, 2024
• Genre: Paranormal
• My Rating: 5/5 

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I was absolutely captivated by Lana’s unique writing style in this unforgettable novel, which took the story of two broken and unwanted characters and elevated it to new heights. The writing added to the characters’ uniqueness and made them all the more memorable, making it one of my favorite reads of 2024. The story revolves around an unconventional love between a fae and a vampire, set in a world heavily governed by the rules of the Citadel. My only reference to the Citadel before this was from Rick and Morty, and I have to say, the comparison is quite apt – rules must be followed in this world, and consequences are severe for those who break them.

At the heart of the story is Niamh, an imperfect fae who is hidden away in the archives due to her lack of beauty. She is pale-skinned, with dark hair and eyes, a stark contrast to the other fae and even her own brother and sister, Day. Despite the rules forbidding any visitors to see her, Day is the only one who comes to visit her. Something seems to be on Day’s mind when he visits Niamh, talking about their sister who doesn’t follow the rules, and what he is going to do about her.

On the other side of the story is Caspian, a soldier under the command of a cruel and twisted master, sent to destroy the frail fae. Caspian struggles to break free from his master’s control and remember his past, and his obsession with Niamh is both unhealthy and all-consuming.

As we delve deeper into Niamh and Caspian’s story, we learn more about the realms outside of their own, eventually ending up in the mortal realm. The twists and turns of the plot are unpredictable, and not everything or everyone is as they seem.

For those who enjoy a little spice in their reading, there are several scenes that deliver, earning the book a rating of 1-2 on the spicy scale. While the book ends on a cliffhanger, I cannot recommend it enough. Lana has quickly become one of my favorite authors, and her writing style in this book is nothing short of mesmerizing. I’m already eagerly awaiting the next installment in this series.