The Lost Sisters by Holly Black is a novella that is part of the The Folk of the Air. It follows [b:The Cruel Prince|26032825|The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air, #1)|Holly Black|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1493047153l/26032825._SY75_.jpg|45959123]….well sort of. Told from Taryn’s point of view, this novella is part-apology, part-defense of Taryn falling in love with Locke. Y’all I loved this little novella! It is compelling and while I found myself hating Taryn a little bit more while reading, I also felt pity for her which I didn’t think was possible when I started.

Taryn tells the story like she is talking to Jude. It’s like she is speaking to you the reader when it starts, but you quickly realize this speech/monologue is meant for Jude. Taryn has been hiding secrets and resentment for her sister for a while, and it all culminates here.

I loved this short addition to the series. The backstory that is given for Taryn’s and even Locke’s actions strike home after finishing [b:The Cruel Prince|26032825|The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air, #1)|Holly Black|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1493047153l/26032825._SY75_.jpg|45959123]. It shows just how much the fairy world has affected the sisters. They have become their own fairy tale and it is heart-breaking. I guess we will see if any relationship between the sisters can be redeemed as the series continues, but I honestly don’t see how. There is little love lost between them. If you enjoy The Folk of the Air series, I highly recommend you grab this novella!