Review: An engaging story of power struggles and role reversals
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 12, 2011
Old Habits is a short novella, of ten chapters, that focuses on the relationship between Irial, the former Dark King, and Niall, the new King of the Dark Court. It is set between the events taking place in Ink Exchange and Fragile Eternity.Irial and Niall have had a long and rocky history. Irial, who is now serving as Niall's adviser and protector, must learn to take a subservient role now that Niall is beginning to accept his status as the new King. It's not an easy adjustment for either, and in trying to protect Niall, Irial makes some decisions behind the King's back that do not sit well with the new ruler. This short story expands upon this transitional period as roles become reversed.This is another incredible short story by author Melissa Marr that allows fans of this series to get one more look at two of their favorite characters, Irial and Niall. In Stopping Time we got to see these two dealing with each other and their feelings for Leslie and in this story we see how a brief power struggle plays out as Niall finally accepts that he is meant to be the Dark King.Old Habits does require readers to be familiar with the Wicked Lovely series, and specifically the characters of Niall and Irial and the stories that involve them. There are a number of references to other characters and events that have taken place in the series. And an understanding of the dynamic between these two characters is important for readers to truly enjoy this story.This eBook download also includes a sneak peek at the upcoming book Darkest Mercy.