Crown of Crystal Flame

Tairen Soul

C.L. Wilson

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Book Synopsis

A Song of Love won her heart.

A Song of Darkness haunted her soul.

A Song in the Dance would seal her fate.

Seers had long foreseen an extraordinary destiny for Ellysetta Baristani. Already, she had won the heart of the Fey King—the magnificent Rain, ever her ally, eternally her love. She had saved the offspring of the magical tairen and fought beside her legendary mate against the armies of Eld. But the most powerful—and dangerous—Verse of her Song had yet to be sung.

As the final battle draws nigh and evil tightens its grip upon her soul—will Ellysetta secure the world for Light or plunge it into Darkness for all eternity? As she and Rain fight for each other, side by side, will they find a way to complete their true mate bond and defeat the evil High Mage of Eld before it's too late, or must they make the ultimate sacrifice to save their world?

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The Hook

The Crown of Crystal Flame brings this hidden gem of a series, the Tairen Soul saga, to an epic conclusion! With Ellysetta now bearing four mage marks, her soul is only two steps away from the darkness, and the stakes have never been higher. The burning question remains: can Rain and Ellysetta complete their bond before she succumbs to any more marks? Their love and courage have carried them through unimaginable trials, but now they face their greatest challenge yet.

This final installment promises to pull readers into a whirlwind of suspense, emotion, and high-stakes magic as the Fey and their allies fight to keep Ellysetta from losing her soul. Rain’s devotion to her, combined with Ellysetta’s growing strength, is powerful to witness. Together, they must confront their deepest fears and stand against the ultimate evil.

Let’s dive into this last adventure and see if they can overcome the darkness that threatens them. With The Crown of Crystal Flame, C.L. Wilson closes out the Tairen Soul series with the intensity and beauty that have made these books such a treasure. Join me as we find out how it all ends!

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Book Review

By Blogger:

Dee Szuba

Thus concludes the epic Tairen Soul series by C.L. Wilson, and wow—what a journey it’s been! The Crown of Crystal Flame wraps up this incredible saga in a way that feels both satisfying and open to new possibilities. C.L. Wilson did a fantastic job bringing the story to a close while still hinting at more adventures to come. And, excitingly, she’s set to release two new books: one focused on Bel (who’s been a favorite character of mine throughout the series) and another centered on Melliandra. Though Wilson has been working on Bel’s story for a while, it sounds like Melliandra’s tale may actually hit the shelves first, so I’ll be eagerly watching for those releases.

In The Crown of Crystal Flame, the story-building felt even more compelling than before, with twists and turns I didn’t see coming. Some of these choices were unexpected, but they added layers to the story that I wouldn’t have anticipated. As everything comes to a close, C.L. Wilson meticulously ties up each character’s arc, especially Ellysetta’s. She’s become such a powerful character, and her strength is what grounds Rain, keeping his bond madness at bay.

Though I’m sad to see this series end, I’m thrilled that these characters will live on in other stories. It’s truly been a memorable journey, and I can’t wait to see where Wilson takes us next with the upcoming books. Keep an eye out, friends—there’s still more magic to come!

Book Spoilers

Disclaimer: This section might contain Spoilers about the book because, as we read the books we try to provide readers with information that might catch them off guard and/or trigger them to in one way or another. This is the main reason for this blog was created.

The Crown of Crystal Flame offers a powerful and fitting ending to the Tairen Soul series, but I do want to caution readers that some aspects may be deeply triggering. Towards the conclusion, Melliandra reveals the hardships endured by Nicolean, one of the captured Shadolin, who was subjected to beatings, rape, and abuse. Themes of enslavement and child abuse are also present throughout the book. These elements serve to underscore the cruelty of the mages, but if such topics are sensitive for you, it might be best to approach with caution—or perhaps even skip this book, as these themes recur across the series.

Spoiler Alert: Diving deeper into the book, Ellysetta’s journey truly shines as she transforms from a shy, awkward girl into the powerful Shadolin of the Fading Lands. Her growth is awe-inspiring, and the conclusion is incredibly rewarding as she and Rain finally complete their bond, liberating her sisters and parents. I’m also eagerly anticipating Melliandra’s book, which may have already been released in the summer of 2024. I’m so curious to see if Melliandra and Nicolean will return to the Fading Lands, especially since they escaped with the children from the collapsing mage Citadel.

One of my favorite elements was the Tairen cubs; their scenes are so endearing, and I love the playful, gentle dynamic they add to Ellysetta and Rain’s story, especially in Rain’s Shallba. I was also impressed with Ellysetta’s final confrontation with High Mage Vadim Maur, where she marks him in the ultimate battle that ends the war. I’d love to hear everyone’s thoughts on how the series unfolded, with its gradual build-up in the first books to the intense action and adventure later on. While I sometimes found the earlier pace slow, I understand it was all to establish the world and character development, even if it felt a bit drawn out.

For those who can manage the challenging content, this series is well worth the read, and I’d love to continue the conversation in the comments. Let’s talk about what made this series so memorable!