Common Sense Media Review
By Sage Moreaux
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Fun, grumpy-sunshine teen romantasy tackles social inequity.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 14+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Read
What's the Story?
In STOLEN MIDNIGHTS, Wren is the sheltered daughter of a lord who has it all, including the expectation of a magical gift bestowed upon all children of high society upon their eighteenth birthday. But when Wren's gift doesn't arrive, she finds herself at the center of a society scandal. Slinking off to the garden at a ball to be alone, she encounters Damien, a maddening yet irresistible thief who preys on the rich. Little does she know he's responsible for the theft of her gift. Drawn together by forces they don't understand, Wren enlists Damian to help her recover her magical gift. As they work together, they uncover a mystery that threatens to shake up the entire Andalyan social structure and an attraction they just can't shake. But as Wren and Damien grow closer to the truth, will their connection prove to be their undoing?
Is It Any Good?
High on action and sexual tension, light on worldbuilding, this is a charming blend of romance and fantasy. Stolen Midnights reads like a Regency romance set in a fantasy world. Yes, there's magic, but the story centers on the connection between Wren and Damien and the inequities they uncover. The pacing, character development, and tension work well, making this a fun, easy-to-enjoy romantic adventure. The first of a duology, the book gets more intense as it reaches its climax.
While the grumpy-sunshine personalities and the sheltered lady meet a hardened rogue storyline are nothing unique, the addition of the magical elements makes it easy to give a pass to other, fairly standard tropes. The characters are all eighteen years and older; however, the story is designed to appeal to teenagers as well as adults.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the courage Wren shows in Stolen Midnights by defying societal expectations and seeking the truth. How difficult is it to act outside of what's expected?
This book combines elements of the romance genre with fantasy adventure. Do you find the magical elements necessary? Could the story be told without them?
Why do you think the author chose to jump between Wren and Damien's points of view? How would the story have been different if told through only one?
What elements of our society are mirrored in this fantasy world? Why do you think the author decided to include these parallels?
Book Details
- Author :
- Genre : Romance
- Topics : Adventures , Family Stories ( Dads ) , Fantasy ( Magic )
- Character Strengths : Compassion , Courage , Perseverance
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Delacorte Press
- Publication date : February 3, 2026
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 14 - 18
- Number of pages : 464
- Available on : Nook, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : February 24, 2026
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