Review: Bandits and Ball Gowns

Bandits and Ball Gowns by Christina Bauer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Elle and Alec are ready for their happily ever after, but someone doesn’t think they should have one.  Every day people are outside Elle’s place with signs against the union.  Elle’s stepmother and Alec’s parents were banished, yet they have united in their quest to break this couple up.  Jacoby is trying to stay alive and would love to win Elle to his side.  He doesn’t love Elle, but it isn’t good for a dark fae to form deep romantic attachments.   After Jacoby notices Agatha, though, his cold, dark heart begins to warm and he must face feelings he has never had before.  If Jacoby no longer wants Elle, what does that mean for Marchesa and Legend’s plan?

Bandits and Ball Gowns is the fifth book in the Fairy Tales of the Magicorum series.  This story is told from four points of view, yet Bauer did a great job alternating the story and helping the reader keep the story straight.  This tale is classic Bauer with action, romance, and it is a short, quick read.  I love the chance to curl up with a fun book and finish it in one sitting.  Sometimes a quick escape is just what the librarian ordered.  Warning, please read the other stories first to fully understand all the backstabbing and drama.  I can’t wait for the next installment in early in 2021.

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