4.25 STARS 
 A few weeks ago I had picked up Talon, Kagawa's other fantasy series about shape shifting dragons. At first, I was pumped to read it and get into it, explore the world of dragons, of Talon, of Rogues. I DNFed it at page 42, oblivious that her other series, the Iron Fey, would make such a strong connection to me rather than Talon. 
 OH MY GOODNESS THE IRON KING WAS FANTASTIC! 
 The series focuses on Meghan Chase whose father had disappeared in a tragic incident when she was only six. Ever since then, strange things have been going on: computer glitches and messages, strange people following her around, even her best friend Robbie has been acting super protective. That is until she finds out that she is a halfbreed, half Fey blood, half human blood, and her best friend is actually Robin Goodfellow. With a dark and mysterious, yet oddly charming, boy hanging around (Ash), Meghan's half brother Ethan is captured, kidnapped in the world of the Fae. And the only way to get to him is to get to the Iron King, a deadly enemy. 
 SUCH A MAGICAL ADVENTURE. I have to admit, the beginning was slow which was why I didn't rate it a full five stars. However, the rest of the plot was compelling, engrossing and had me on the edge of my seat. When I was about to fall asleep, I would always have this book on my mind. It is such a great fantasy read! 
 Characters: 
 Meghan... She's a great main character. At the beginning, well... Let's just say she isn't very strong and is an easy target for Angie, her nemesis, bully, what-have-you at school. She is constantly alert, however, of her surroundings. When she discovered her origins, I was loving her personality and characteristics. She had great attributes, a great way of expressing her emotions and was very realistic (at least in Parts Two and Three). 
 Robbie-Puck-Robin: I don't completely like this guy. Sure, he makes a great main character with his witty banter and sarcasm, jokes galore! But he isn't necessarily a great love interest for Meghan. Sure, he has been protecting her for ever so long but I don't team him up with Meghan. I am hoping that he doesn't end up with her! 
 Ash: Um Winter Princes with magical ice abilities, like those of Elsa's? Yes please. This guy is checked off for everything on my book boyfriend requirements list. 
 Action: 
 There was not much action in Part I. This was where we were getting used to the scope of the series, where it could head, and also the characters and a bit of their history with Meghan. But in Part II and III? Oh, man there was plenty of gory action and violent scenes. Julie K knows how to keep you hooked with dragons, gremlins, Fae, redcaps, trolls, ogres, giants and more. Especially the last few scenes with Machina! My gooooodness! 
 Romance: 
 Meghan and Ash's journey of leeeerrvvvee was just so darn adorable. Sure, I didn't like Ash at first because he was a self centred asshole but then during the last few chapters of the book I was starting to love that kid! And damn he makes a good Winter Prince. Their romance will burn bright!