Lightlark: Collector’s Edition (The Lightlark Saga Book 1) (Volume 1) Hardcover – October 22, 2024

I own this version and the regular one and I must say this edition is gorgeous. I love the pictures on the inside and details on the box. I’m surprised by how much criticism this book has received, because I genuinely enjoyed it. Lightlark delivers a unique fantasy world with high stakes and a heroine whose struggles feel believable and human. Some reviews call Isla immature or too focused on her own powerlessness, but to me, that was part of what made her character compelling. She spent most of her life locked away, isolated from everyone else, of course she wouldn’t suddenly emerge fully confident or polished. It made sense that being surrounded by powerful, charismatic rulers would heighten her insecurities.I also appreciated the way the book balanced court intrigue, romance, and twists without feeling overwhelming. The pacing kept me turning pages, and the setting of the Centennial was creative and atmospheric. If you enjoy stories about reluctant leaders, impossible choices, and hidden magic, Lightlark is definitely worth picking up. I think sometimes readers expect every fantasy protagonist to be instantly empowered and decisive, but this story shows what it’s like to grow into your strength and to question whether you even want it.

The media could not be loaded. I had heard and seen so many things about this book and at the time it never really grabbed my attention. When I saw this Limited Deluxe Edition on Prime Deals I figured why not, let’s see what this is all about.This edition was beautiful! The details on the binding, the sprayed page edges, and the color photos make it a beautiful shelf spotlight!I am so glad that I decided to give it a read! Aster created these mythical realms and characters that immerse you right away. Little by little you get to know Isla and snippets of the other rulers, as Isla works on breaking a centuries old curse. Weaved within the history of these characters and their people is the prophecy that was once foretold because of the curse.

Gorgeous illustrations, maps, and edge papers. Story is amazing. Twists and turns that will leave you wanting more! One piece of the plot is kinda obvious but it completely hides with twist at the end.

Collectors editions always hit! This entire book and its case is to die for! The art included in the book as well, swoon!! If you’re looking for a bookshelf trophy, this needs to be one!

Although Ifelt like we jumped right into the story, it seemed a litle slow in the beginning. I ended up absolutely loving it though!There were so many twists and turns that I didn't see coming, I was screaming all over the place!The only thing I don't love about this special edition, the pages have pictures around the border of the page which makes the outside edges look smudged

Beautiful book! This book is stunning from the sprayed edges to the beautiful art work inside this would look beautiful on any book shelf as for the story itself it was phenomenal! The world building, characters and details make this the perfect book for fantasy readers highly recommend this book 🥰

I listened to the audiobook and loved it so much that I ordered the collectors edition. It did come in a little banged up, so that was a bummer otherwise still a great book!

ABSOLUTELY ADORE THIS BOOK AND ALEX ASTER. I bought this for myself as a birthday present and it’s freaking gorgeous, I’m in love.