Fin hates vampires. Being picked to learn how to become one is her worst nightmare. Yet when she has the chance to save her friend/crush from that fate, she takes it. Fin is immediately removed from her village and put in the care of Gavron at the vampire school known as Castle Courtsheart. Gavron and Fin have an intense and powerful connection from the moment they meet, but Gavron is both hostile and elusive. When a novice is found murdered, it soon becomes clear that something is wrong in the courts. Fin must work with her friends to find the killer before Fin is targeted next…

Court of the Undying Seasons is a lush and escapist dream of a book. A.M. Strickland is quickly becoming an auto-buy author for me! The opening chapter was so compelling, I couldn’t put it down! I was enthralled by the complex world-building, especially the different vampire courts and their skills. I loved the ensemble cast, especially Marai, Kashire, and Jaen. Kashire in particular was hilarious with his love for chaos. Almost all of the vampires are queer, which Strickland brilliantly portrays. Gavron and Fin have passionate chemistry, though I would’ve liked to see just a little more romance. Strickland’s writing is witty and includes plenty of spooky moments that will make you jump (it is vampires after all!). 

Court of the Undying Seasons tells a dark and stunning tale of power, revenge, and shadowy secrets. I devoured it and hope to read more from this world one day! I would highly recommend it to anyone! Readers who enjoy Hannah Whitten (For the Wolf), Leigh Bardugo (Ninth House and Six of Crows), and Amanda Foody (Ace of Shades) need to check this book out!  

Thank you so much to A.M. Strickland, Feiwel & Friends, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.