For me, Feyre is the character who made me fall in love with reading again.
“No one was my master — but I might be master of everything, if I wished. If I dared.”
–Sarah J. Maas
Who's Feyre Archeron?
Feyre is the main character from A Court of Thorns and Roses. Most likely known as the High Lady of the Night Court and the first-ever High Lady of Prythian.
She is known for her stubborn personality and rebellious nature. At the beginning of the series, Feyre is just 19 and a mortal. She is pulled into the world of the Fae when she kills a wolf.
Why I Love This Character So Damn Much?
Back in uni, life threw me a curveball, and I ended up studying something that didn't fuel my passion. I got stuck in the whole "adulting" mess, barely reading anything. I was so angry with life and my decisions I sort of, punished myself by taking away what I loved the most.
I barely read a couple of books a year, but nothing that touched the chords of my soul and made me feel alive. The last time I had felt this way was reading The Infernal Devices in high school (which had been years since).
Four years later, I graduated, and ACOTAR landed in my hands during the pandemic chaos, courtesy of my mom (shoutout to her excellent book choices!). Little did I know, Feyre's story would hit me like a ton of bricks. Her courage made me rethink my entire career path. I mean, who wants to be a Physiotherapist when your heart says otherwise?
Somehow I felt seen reading Feyre's story. Her personality resonated with me so much. Personally, I think that means that we like the story, that our personality mixes so directly with that of the character that we feel like we are one. Feyre became my hero, my guide in battling inner demons and striving to be the best version of myself. Just like she did.
Sure, I'm not the finished product yet, but I'm on the right track (or so I hope). It helps a lot to have characters like Feyre who guide me by the hand on this long path of accepting myself, understanding, and loving who I am.
I vividly remember reading "A Court of Mist and Fury" when Feyre was in her darkest moments, feeling like I was in a similar place without a glimpse of light ahead. Rereading it, I saw Feyre's growth, reflecting my own journey.
And just like Feyre found happiness through painting, I found mine in writing. Characters, in a way, teach us to find that spark that brings us to life. That hobby that makes the mundane days bearable.
Meeting Feyre was my ticket to Bookstagram. Thanks to her, I stumbled upon this gorgeous corner and community on social media. Eternally grateful for her, for you guys – my Inner Circle, my Found Family.
So, cheers to you, Feyre, for lighting the path to becoming the High Lady of my life. You rock!
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