«This was a love story depicting an insanely unhealthy relationship... Amberly is weak, spineless, and in love with someone who is clearly emotionally unstable.» The StoryGraph
: As a novella, some felt the story was too short, ending abruptly just as the conflict became most engaging. The world-building is also noted to be less deep than in the full-length novels. Community Perspectives
Readers on The StoryGraph and other forums highlighted the contrast between Amberly's kindness and the challenging royal environment: La Reina Kiera Cass epub
: A common criticism among some reviewers is the depiction of Amberly and Clarkson's relationship, which some describe as unhealthy or featuring an "overly submissive" protagonist and an "emotionally unstable" love interest.
: Fans enjoyed returning to the world of Illéa and seeing another Selection process from a different point of view. «This was a love story depicting an insanely
( The Queen ) is a digital-original prequel novella in Kiera Cass’s bestselling Selection series. It is told from the perspective of Queen Amberly , the mother of Prince Maxon, and chronicles her own Selection process and how she met the stoic Prince Clarkson. Review Summary
Reviewers generally view the book as an insightful "bite-sized" addition for established fans, though it receives mixed feedback regarding its portrayal of the central relationship. Community Perspectives Readers on The StoryGraph and other
: Many readers appreciated learning the backstory of King Clarkson and Queen Amberly, which helps explain the king's harsh demeanor and the queen's unwavering devotion in the main series.