A review by sheexclaimed
A Deal with the Elf King by Elise Kova

3.0

This is more like 3.5 stars and they are really positive. The world was romantic and lovely. The plot was interesting and I really enjoyed the characters. I was curious how we could get a stand-alone fantasy, as world building usually takes a bit, but she did a good job of showing the world and it was rounded out nicely. However, it felt very surface level. The romance felt more authentic as the story progressed, but I couldn’t get over how abruptly it started. It just didn’t feel real. If this had been a series I could see it being phenomenal, as all the pieces where there, but as a stand-alone it felt lacking. HOWEVER, I did really enjoy it. It was fun and easy and I am very interested in reading more of this author’s work. She has talent and a style I can see myself loving. I might just try her series next.