Book Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – A Court of Thorns and Roses – Book 2

Book summary by chapter of A Court of Mist and Fury. Includes spoilers from the first nightmare to the end of the book. Feyre doesn’t flee—she transforms: what begins as a silent cry beneath blood-red petals rises into a vow under the Night Court sky, where every secret is a threshold and every hidden power a wound still healing. In the end, her bond-forged soul becomes both weapon and mask, feigning love where only strategy remains, ready to dismantle from within what once held her captive.

Feyre and Rhysand in the heart of Velaris under a sky invaded by magic and fire – Chapter-by-chapter Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury

Introduction – A Court of Mist and Fury

Blood doesn’t wash away with promises, and darkness doesn’t vanish just by closing your eyes. In A Court of Mist and Fury, Sarah J. Maas plunges Feyre into a realm of shadows, broken bargains, and dormant power, where the love that once saved her might now destroy her. This is no fairytale—it’s the howl of a woman being rebuilt from ashes and ruin.

In this book summary by chapter, we follow Feyre from the Spring Court to the innermost secrets of the Night Court, through emotional storms, betrayals, rediscoveries, and a looming war that begins to show its teeth. Rhysand is no longer just a shadow—he becomes a choice, a challenge... and perhaps, a destiny. Each chapter beats with the pulse of a story that refuses to stop burning.

But real answers don’t live in wedding petals or golden cages—they emerge only when one learns to say no. To understand how this universe truly begins, don’t miss the following link: Reading order of A Court of Thorns and Roses ➤

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• Chapter 1 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Nightmares and Shadows of the Past

• Chapter 10 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Feyre’s Return and Tamlin’s Wrath

• Chapter 20 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Weaver’s Cottage

• Chapter 30 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Training and Painful Truth

• Chapter 40 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Meeting with the Mortal Queens

• Chapter 50 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Rescue of Rhys and the Revelation of the Mating Bond

• Chapter 60 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Oath of Vengeance and the Union of Feyre and Rhys

Chapter 1 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Nightmares and Shadows of the Past

Feyre vomits in the bathroom, tormented by nightmares that have haunted her since her time Under the Mountain. Although Tamlin sleeps beside her, he remains unaware of her nights of torment. Three months have passed since Amarantha’s fall, but Feyre is still trapped in memories of blood and pain. Her immortal body, a gift from the High Lords, is now a prison she barely understands. She has shattered dishes, doors, and valuable objects with her newfound strength. The dark tattoo on her left hand, a witness to the bargain she made with Rhysand, watches her silently. Rhys has not appeared since that night, but his presence lingers in her mind. Tamlin and Lucien avoid mentioning Rhysand, but Feyre cannot forget him. As she tries to live with Tamlin and adapt to her new immortal existence, Feyre feels that her human heart, filled with darkness, continues to taint her immortal soul.

Chapter 2 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Prohibitions and Imprisonment in Spring

Feyre insists on helping the nearby village, but Tamlin forbids it, claiming it is dangerous. Although the Spring Court is rebuilding, Tamlin remains obsessed with protecting her. Lucien, ever loyal, warns Feyre not to push Tamlin, but she grows frustrated with her confinement. Tamlin goes hunting, leaving Feyre trapped in the mansion, wrapped in luxurious dresses she despises. Ianthe, the High Priestess, becomes her only company and support. Ianthe, Tamlin’s childhood friend, plans the wedding and treats Feyre as if she were a goddess blessed by the Cauldron. However, Feyre feels that her freedom is fading behind layers of silk and expectations. Tamlin promises that everything will get better after the wedding, but Feyre begins to wonder if she can endure an eternity trapped in a role that does not reflect her true self.

Chapter 3 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Lies, Fears, and Silence that Postpone the Truth

Lucien takes Feyre to the village to show her that her presence unsettles the inhabitants, who see her as Feyre Cursebreaker. When she tries to help, everyone refuses her aid, reminding her that the debt has been paid. Feyre discovers that during Amarantha’s reign, the people of the Spring Court were locked in underground camps, suffering horrors they now try to forget. Lucien explains that Tamlin keeps her confined out of fear of losing her, as any enemy could use her against him. Although Feyre understands his fear, she feels that she is losing her essence. Lucien asks her to be patient, but Feyre feels the weight of an infinite existence, trapped in a gilded cage where her immortal soul continues to wither. As Tamlin tries to maintain control, Feyre feels her spirit fading more each day.

Chapter 4 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Guests, Forced Smiles, and an Impending Wedding

The days leading up to the wedding are exhausting for Feyre, who endures endless dinners, parties, and encounters with the guests. Her smile is a mask as Ianthe takes care of all the ceremony details. Although Tamlin assures her that it will all be over soon, Feyre feels suffocated by the pressure and weight of expectation. Ianthe, with her serene presence, seems to be her only solace, but even the priestess has her own interests. During one of the evenings, Feyre relives her encounter with the Wyrm, feeling terror and anguish as if she were Under the Mountain again. The nightmares torment her, leaving her restless and fearful of the wedding. Despite everything, Feyre continues forward, hoping that her union with Tamlin will bring peace to her wounded heart. However, deep down, she senses that something is terribly wrong.

Chapter 5 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Rhysand’s Intervention and the Breaking of the Vow

On her wedding day, Feyre walks toward Tamlin, feeling that she is about to make a terrible mistake. Every step toward the altar is a weight that drowns her. As the red petals, like drops of blood, surround her, Feyre silently pleads for help. When she is about to break her vow, Rhysand interrupts the ceremony, stopping everything. Amid Tamlin’s fury and the confusion of the guests, Rhys demands to claim the bargain Feyre made with him Under the Mountain. Despite Feyre’s pleas, Tamlin allows Rhys to take her, fearful of breaking the agreement. In the blink of an eye, Rhysand whisks her away to the Night Court, where Feyre is once again held captive, far from Tamlin. Now, as she gazes at the stars from Rhys’s residence, Feyre realizes that her destiny has just changed forever.

Chapter 6 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Dangerous Lessons and Mor’s Arrival

Feyre fights against Rhysand, refusing to learn to read or protect her mind. Rhys insists, mocking and provoking her, claiming that she needs to control her abilities and her mind. Filled with rage, Feyre discovers that she possesses a strength she cannot control, easily bending a fork. Rhys reminds her that she was created with the power of seven High Lords and suggests that she may have unknown abilities. During the tense meal, Morrigan, Rhys’s cousin, appears—dazzling and warm—breaking the tension and embracing Feyre sincerely. Mor, strong and confident, makes it clear that she does not fear Rhys and offers her friendship to Feyre. Rhysand, amused but attentive, announces that the reading and shielding lessons will begin soon. Feyre, bewildered by Mor’s arrival and Rhys’s constant insistence, begins to question her own strength and hidden power.

Chapter 7 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Art of Protecting the Mind and an Unbreakable Bond

Rhys forces Feyre to begin her reading lessons and build mental shields. At first, Feyre struggles with her fears and resentments, but little by little, she manages to form a diamond wall in her mind, protecting herself from Rhys’s intrusion. Although she still hates him for what he did Under the Mountain, Feyre cannot help but notice that Rhys seems concerned about something much bigger. The sentences Feyre is forced to read are provocative, increasing her annoyance toward Rhys. During an intense practice session, Rhys demonstrates how someone can enter her mind and manipulate her thoughts, making her understand the importance of mental protection. In the end, Feyre successfully expels Rhys from her mind and raises a strong shield. Exhausted, she begins to realize that learning to control her abilities might be more important than she imagined.

Chapter 8 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Map of Prythian and the Threat of War

Rhys takes Feyre to a tower where he shows her a map of Prythian and Hybern. Feyre, not fully understanding, senses the tension in Rhys as he reveals that the King of Hybern plans to invade the continent and tear down the wall that protects the humans. Rhys explains that Amarantha was merely an experiment and that Hybern is now preparing something far worse. He warns that if they do nothing, war will be inevitable and could destroy the human world. Rhys confesses that he needs her help, not only to learn to control her powers but also to track something that could change the course of the war. Shocked, Feyre begins to realize that her role might be far greater than she ever imagined and that, without training, her power could become her greatest weakness.

Chapter 9 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Rhys’s Proposal and a Dormant Power in Feyre

Rhysand offers Feyre a choice: be a pawn in the Spring Court or become a weapon to protect her family and Prythian. He explains that the powers she possesses, granted by the seven High Lords, could rival or even surpass his own if she learns to control them. Rhys warns that if Hybern attacks, Feyre might be the only one standing between the king and her human family. Feyre, caught between her love for Tamlin and the responsibility she feels toward the world, decides to think it over. During that week, she practices her lessons and begins to understand her abilities better. However, when Rhys leaves to handle urgent matters, Feyre begins to feel lonely and trapped in a gilded cage, wondering if she will ever truly be free.

Chapter 10 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Feyre’s Return and Tamlin’s Wrath

Feyre returns to the Spring Court after her time with Rhysand. Although Tamlin welcomes her back with desperation and relief, his fear and distrust consume him. He begins to interrogate her about everything she saw and heard in the Night Court. Feyre tells him about the sacked temple in Cesere and Hybern’s possible alliance with other clans. Terrified by the possibility that Feyre possesses immense abilities, Tamlin forbids her from training or exploring her powers. Despite Feyre’s pleas to prepare for war, Tamlin insists on keeping her safe, controlling her more than ever. The tension between them grows, and Feyre feels suffocated in the cage that Tamlin has created to protect her. As the shadow of war looms, Feyre begins to understand that perhaps Tamlin is incapable of seeing the true threat that approaches.

Chapter 11 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Silence and Rhysand’s Offer

Feyre returns to the Night Court after another week at the Spring Court, marked by indifference and pain. Rhys confronts her after noticing her suffering and asks her to accept his help to prevent Prythian from experiencing the same horrors he endured during his years under Amarantha. During breakfast, tension rises as Rhys tries to get Feyre to talk about her fears, but she refuses. Rhys leaves books for her to pass the time and distances himself, giving her space. When he returns, Feyre finds temporary comfort in reading, feeling less lonely among fictional characters. Tension resurfaces when Rhys insists on helping her heal, provoking an emotional outburst from Feyre that results in a burst of power, revealing her latent abilities. Exhausted and lost, Feyre accepts the food Rhys offers her, but the weight of the past continues to oppress her.

Chapter 12 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Tamlin’s Trap

Feyre is confined to the Spring Court mansion by Tamlin, who overprotects her after an unknown threat arises in his lands. Lucien tries to convince Tamlin to let Feyre train and control her powers, but Tamlin refuses, fearing that other High Lords might discover her abilities. Feyre suffers in silence, trapped in the monotonous routine of the mansion, surrounded by servants who barely look at her. Ianthe, manipulative and cunning, suggests dark alternatives to control Feyre. Lucien, powerless, promises to try to help her, but Tamlin’s decision remains unyielding. Feyre’s desperation grows as her freedom diminishes, and her mind fills with darkness and emptiness, recalling the prison she endured Under the Mountain. The tension culminates when Tamlin denies her request to accompany him, sealing the house with a magical shield that traps her, unleashing Feyre’s terror and pent-up fury.

Chapter 13 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Rhysand’s Rescue and Refuge

Trapped and caught in a spiral of despair, Feyre releases a wave of darkness that paralyzes the Spring Court guards. Alis, terrified, calls for Mor, who arrives just in time to rescue her. Determined and strong, Mor takes Feyre away from the mansion, transporting her to the safety of the Night Court. Rhys welcomes her, both furious and relieved, after Mor manages to extract her without violating the court’s rules. When Feyre awakens, she feels the weight of relief but also the uncertainty of her future. Rhys offers her the option to stay in the Night Court as long as she wants, and although Feyre knows she will have to return to Tamlin one day, the thought of going back to that prison fills her with terror. She accepts Rhys’s offer, and with his characteristic sarcasm, he proposes that she work for him to keep herself occupied. The promise of freedom and understanding that Rhys offers begins to awaken a spark in Feyre, although her heart remains divided.

Chapter 14 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The City of Starlight

Feyre wakes up in the Night Court and discovers Velaris, a hidden and prosperous city that remained untouched by Amarantha. Rhys explains that Velaris is protected by powerful spells and that its existence is a secret to the rest of Prythian. The city is full of life, art, and freedom, a stark contrast to the darkness Feyre has endured. Although fascinated by Velaris’s beauty, Feyre feels disconnected, unable to find solace in this safe place. Rhys shows her the Rainbow, the artists’ quarter, and describes the cultural richness of the city, but Feyre cannot feel the excitement that once would have thrilled her. The city, which should be a refuge, becomes a reminder of the pain that still consumes her. Rhys invites her to dinner at the House of Wind to meet his Inner Circle and decide if she wants to work with them.

Chapter 15 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Flight to the House of Wind

Rhys takes Feyre to the House of Wind for a dinner with his Inner Circle. Although afraid of flying, Feyre agrees to accompany him, knowing that avoiding the meeting will not change anything. As they fly, Rhys shares memories of his childhood with his Illyrian mother, who accompanied him on his nighttime flights over Velaris. Rhys’s nostalgia contrasts with Feyre’s uncertainty about her place in this new world. Upon arriving at the top of the mountain, Rhys offers her the option to return if she feels uncomfortable, assuring her that she is in control of her destiny. Although filled with doubts, Feyre recognizes that she can no longer live trapped by fear and despair. As she steps into the House of Wind, Feyre prepares to meet Rhys’s allies and take the next step toward an uncertain future.

Chapter 16 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Meeting with the Inner Circle

Feyre meets Rhysand’s closest allies at the House of Wind. Cassian, commander of Rhys’s armies, greets her with bold jokes, while Azriel, the mysterious spymaster, offers a cold and distant acknowledgment. Mor, the charming and powerful third-in-command, immediately welcomes her. But it is Amren, the creature of unknown origin and Rhys’s second-in-command, who sends chills down Feyre’s spine by recognizing her as someone similar—an immortal made from something mortal. During dinner, Feyre observes the group’s dynamics and realizes they are a chosen family, bound by scars, secrets, and loyalty. Rhys finally offers Feyre a place in his fight against Hybern, where she can earn her position. Feyre accepts, knowing that this strange and powerful group may be the key to facing the dangers that lie ahead.

Chapter 17 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Rhys’s Secret Revealed

After dinner, Rhys takes Feyre back to Velaris and confesses the true cost of protecting the city from Amarantha for 50 years. He manipulated the minds of everyone to hide Velaris, sacrificing his power and submitting to Amarantha to keep his people safe. Feyre realizes the immense burden Rhys has borne, hiding his pain and sacrifice so that no one else would suffer. That night, trapped in nightmares from Under the Mountain, Feyre awakens surrounded by flames, the result of a latent power inherited from the Autumn Court. Rhys calms her and shares his own nightmare: being forced to watch his friends tortured. This moment of vulnerability draws them closer, revealing that both carry deep scars and secrets that bind them more than they ever imagined.

Chapter 18 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Visit to the Prison and the Bone Carver

Feyre and Rhys visit the Prison, a mountain guarded by ancient magic, to interrogate the Bone Carver. Amren gives Feyre an amulet that allows her to enter and leave safely. Inside, Feyre faces her fears as the Bone Carver takes the form of a child with blue eyes and dark hair for her, and of Jurian for Rhys. Feyre answers unsettling questions about her death and resurrection, while the Bone Carver reveals that the Cauldron, a source of ancient power, could be used to resurrect Jurian and destroy the wall that protects the humans. Only by retrieving both halves of the Book of Breathings, hidden in the Summer Court and in the hands of the mortal queens, can they neutralize its power. Feyre, faced with the magnitude of the danger, leaves the Prison carrying the weight of this new truth.

Chapter 19 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Decision to Face the Weaver

Feyre returns from the Prison with Rhysand, cold and exhausted. Cassian, Mor, and Azriel anxiously await to hear what happened with the Bone Carver. Rhys reveals that they need to find the Cauldron before Hybern unleashes its power, and to do so, they must obtain both halves of the Book of Breathings. Feyre may be key to tracking the Book, using the fragments of power granted to her by the High Lords. Rhys proposes testing her abilities by sending her to the Weaver’s cottage, a dangerous creature who guards a valuable object Rhys lost years ago. Although the plan is risky, Feyre accepts the challenge. Rhys also suggests that Feyre act as an emissary between Prythian and the human realm to gain the trust of the mortal queens. Feyre feels the responsibility to protect her sisters and accepts the mission, preparing for what lies ahead.

Chapter 20 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Weaver’s Cottage

Rhysand and Feyre arrive at an ancient and sinister forest, home of the Weaver. Rhys explains that the creature weaves objects and bodies with threads not of this world. Feyre must infiltrate without being detected to find the lost object. Rhys warns that the Weaver must not discover her, as she is a cruel hunter. Feyre senses the magic in the cottage and enters, observing the vast collection of treasures accumulated by the Weaver. The creature, beautiful on the outside but rotten within, sings while weaving fibers of unknown origin. Feyre feels drawn to a sapphire ring and takes it, but the Weaver detects her. The furious creature lunges after her. Feyre realizes that she is no longer a defenseless prey—she is a wolf, and she is ready to fight to survive.

Chapter 21 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Escape from the Weaver

Feyre tries to escape the cottage, but the Weaver seals the door and windows. Trapped, Feyre climbs up the chimney but gets stuck, feeling panic overwhelm her. She remembers her abilities and the strength she now possesses as an immortal. She strikes the bricks with her power, creating an opening, but the Weaver follows her, climbing after her. Feyre throws a brick at the creature’s face, delaying her long enough to escape through the roof made of human hair. She runs through the trees until she finds Rhysand, who transports her back to Velaris. Feyre, covered in grease and filth, vomits as she recalls what she faced. Though she passed the test, she feels the weight of the horror she endured. Cassian and Amren are impressed, but Feyre decides that she no longer wants to be prey—she asks Cassian to train her so she can learn to defend herself.

Chapter 22 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Return to the Human Realm

Rhys keeps his promise to take Feyre to the human realm to see her sisters. Mor decides not to accompany them, as the way humans treat women brings back painful memories for her. During the journey, Azriel carries Feyre through the rift in the wall, an invisible space connecting both worlds. As they cross the wall, Feyre feels her ancient power resisting its presence. Upon arriving at the coast of the human realm, nostalgia and uncertainty flood Feyre. Her family’s house remains intact, but she feels that she has become something too vast and wild for that place. Rhys, Cassian, and Azriel remain hidden while Feyre prepares to confront her past and reunite with her sisters.

Chapter 23 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Reunion with Her Sisters

Feyre is greeted by Lady Laurent, who hesitates to let her in. However, when Elain sees her, tears fall down her face. Nesta, more reserved, watches from the stairs. Feyre reveals her transformation into a Fae and tells them about Hybern’s threat. Elain, concerned for her family’s safety, supports Feyre’s plan to use the house to meet with the mortal queens. Nesta, though reluctant, agrees grudgingly, recognizing the danger they face. During the conversation, Feyre learns that Elain is engaged to Graysen, the son of a lord obsessed with protecting against the Fae. Nesta reveals her distrust of Graysen’s father and fears that the property will become a prison for Elain. Despite the tensions, Feyre feels that she has taken the first step in protecting her family and saving her people.

Chapter 24 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Meeting with My Sisters

Elain took hours to ensure that the staff locked up the house and left. When they finally departed, Feyre opened the door to find Rhys, Cassian, and Azriel waiting. Inside, Nesta and Elain received them in the dining room. The sisters were stunned to see the Illyrian warriors, but Nesta, ever protective, stood in front of Elain. Feyre introduced her sisters to the three Fae males, and although Rhys tried to be kind, Nesta remained hostile. During dinner, Nesta challenged Feyre about her new Fae nature, which provoked Cassian’s fury as he defended Feyre and reproached Nesta for allowing her younger sister to risk her life for them. Despite the tension, they agreed to stay the night at the house and send letters to the mortal queens to arrange a meeting.

Chapter 25 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Training and the Attor’s Betrayal

Feyre and Rhys went to the forest to train her magic, but she struggled to light a candle. While practicing alone, she exchanged playful messages with Rhys through their bond. However, her peace was shattered when she was attacked by the Attor, who caught her by surprise. Just when all seemed lost, Rhys appeared, freeing her and trapping the Attor with shadows and blades of night. The Attor confessed that the King of Hybern was searching for Feyre, though he did not know why. Azriel arrived to take the Attor for interrogation. Furious, Feyre confronted Rhys for using her as bait, but he reminded her that she had forgotten her strength and abilities. Though angry, Feyre acknowledged that she needed to remember how to fight to protect herself.

Chapter 26 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Attor’s Interrogation

Azriel took the Attor to the Court of Nightmares to interrogate him. Rhys and Feyre watched from a distance as Azriel used terrifying methods to extract information. The Attor confessed that the King of Hybern had an army ready to attack and that he knew where Feyre was. He also hinted that Tamlin might collaborate to protect her. Azriel broke the Attor’s wings before sending him back to Hybern as a warning. Rhys showed Feyre the vision of what had occurred through their mental connection, making it clear that the threat was imminent. Feyre, more determined than ever, understood that she had to prepare for what was coming and protect her new family.

Chapter 27 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Feyre Reclaims Her Power

After the Attor’s attack, Feyre trained again with Rhys, who challenged her to use her abilities. Frustrated and furious, Feyre channeled her power and, for the first time, managed to transport herself through the shadows, surprising even Rhys. During training, she confronted Rhys, demanding that he never use her as bait again and stop manipulating her. Rhys, impressed by her strength, apologized and acknowledged his mistake. Although Feyre still felt anger and confusion, she accepted that she needed to continue training to master her abilities if she wanted to protect those she loved and stay safe.

Chapter 28 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Farewell Letter and New Decisions

Feyre and Rhys had breakfast with Nesta and Elain before sending the letters to the mortal queens. Upon returning to Velaris, Feyre reflected on her situation and decided to write to Tamlin, telling him not to look for her and that she would stay where she was. Rhys, returning from the Court of Nightmares, showed Feyre the horrors Azriel inflicted on the Attor to obtain information. Feyre, determined to take control of her destiny, declared that she was no one’s pet and was ready to fight. Rhys promised to take her to the Summer Court to search for the other half of the Book of Breathings. For the first time, Feyre felt that she was beginning to find her place and purpose.

Chapter 29 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Dinner by the River and the Truth about Velaris

Feyre walks through Velaris with Rhysand, Mor, Cassian, Azriel, and Amren, marveling at the tranquility of the city and its vibrant life. They have dinner at a restaurant by the river, where the food makes Feyre feel alive again. The restaurant owner, grateful to Rhys, serves them a special dessert, while Amren receives a glass of fresh blood. At the end, Mor insists on going dancing, but Feyre and Rhys prefer to walk through the city. Upon reaching the Rainbow of Velaris, Rhys shares that the place was also his sister’s favorite. Feyre discovers the truth about Velaris: an ancient High Lord sealed the city to protect it, and Rhys perpetuated the secret to keep his people safe. When Feyre mentions the music she heard Under the Mountain, Rhys admits that he sent it to save her from the abyss. They walk together, and Feyre feels that she might learn to love not only flying but also Rhys.

Chapter 30 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Training and Painful Truth

Feyre trains hard with Cassian, who corrects her and teaches her to control her strikes. Despite her efforts, she still feels vulnerable, especially with her left side. As she watches Rhys and Azriel train, she notices the strength and lethal beauty of both. Cassian mentions the letter Feyre sent to Tamlin, which triggers an emotional storm in her. The memories of everything she sacrificed for Tamlin consume her, and with each strike, she releases her rage and pain. Finally, her emotions explode, and her power burns the bandages on her hands. Rhys consoles her and shares his pain over losing his family, encouraging her to learn to live with the weight of her actions. Feyre realizes that the love she felt for Tamlin had become a prison and that she had fought much harder for him than he ever did for her.

Chapter 31 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Preparation for the Summer Court

Feyre continues training with Cassian while Amren and Mor observe. Cassian corrects her repeatedly, insisting that she plant her feet properly when attacking. Tension rises when Cassian questions Mor about her whereabouts the previous night, but she avoids answering, making Feyre more aware of the complicated relationship between Mor, Cassian, and Azriel. Rhys arrives and announces that the invitation from the Summer Court has arrived. Only Feyre, Amren, and Rhys will go, as Cassian is forbidden entry and Azriel is busy with the spies. The mission is clear: Feyre must find and steal the half of the Book of Breathings without being discovered. Rhys warns her of the risks and the importance of not being caught. Despite Cassian’s warnings, Rhys insists that Amren will be key if things get complicated. Feyre feels the weight of her task, aware that she must balance duty and betrayal.

Chapter 32 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Arrival at the Summer Court and First Meeting with Tarquin

Feyre, Rhys, and Amren arrive at Adriata, the capital of the Summer Court, where they are welcomed by Tarquin, the young High Lord with bronzed skin and turquoise eyes. Feyre feels a strange connection, as if something inside her remembers this place. Tarquin, along with his cousin Cresseida and his brother Varian, greets them. Amren provokes Tarquin with her sharp comments while Rhys maintains a calculated posture. During the formal introduction, Tarquin shows interest in Feyre, noticing the part of his power that now resides within her. Rhys introduces her as his Emissary to the Mortal Lands, increasing the tension in the room. Cresseida distrusts Feyre and suggests that if Tamlin were to claim her, they would have to return her. Tarquin, aware of the debt he owes Rhys for saving his court, invites Feyre and her companions to a party that night in honor of their visit.

Chapter 33 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Emotional Conflicts and Party on the Pleasure Barge

Feyre, Rhys, and Amren settle into their rooms within the palace of Adriata. Rhys reminds Feyre that her mission is to obtain the Book without being discovered. Tension between them rises when Feyre mentions that she would do whatever it takes to complete the mission, even seduce Tarquin. Rhys, hurt, tells her that she is free to do as she pleases. During the dinner on the pleasure barge, Tarquin offers to show Feyre the treasures of the court, suspecting her true intentions. Rhys, in turn, openly flirts with Cresseida, which stirs jealousy and unhappiness in Feyre. Feeling empty, she withdraws in search of solitude, realizing that although she had loved before, she now felt alone and confused. The night ends with Rhys and Cresseida disappearing, while Feyre struggles with the emotions Rhys’s presence awakens in her.

Chapter 34 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Loneliness and Feyre’s Painful Reflections

Feyre wakes from a nightmare feeling lost and remembering that she is a weapon meant to stop the war and protect Velaris. She misses the warmth of the city and the sense of belonging she had found there. Feeling broken, she reflects on her relationship with Rhys, wondering if he was only protecting her to keep her strong. She decides that although he can be her friend, there is no need to define what she feels. During the day, she avoids Rhys and immerses herself in a bath, practicing with Tarquin’s power to mold water, creating butterflies and shapes. Nuala dresses her in a sea-green outfit for her meeting with Tarquin, reflecting respect for the Summer Court. When she meets with Tarquin, Feyre avoids Rhys’s gaze and pretends to be interested only in her host, feeling a strange connection and growing tension between her duty and her emotions.

Chapter 35 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Mental Espionage and the Plan for the Book

Feyre continues her plan to find the half of the Book. During dinner, she casually mentions a temple she saw when the tide receded, noticing Tarquin’s nervous reaction. Seizing the moment, Feyre uses her daemati ability to infiltrate Tarquin’s mind, pretending to be his essence and planting thoughts of trust toward her. By convincing Tarquin to take her to the temple, she feels a mixture of triumph and guilt for violating his mind. Although Rhys and Amren praise her for her skill, Feyre feels dirty for what she has done. That night, Rhys admits that he saw her in action and praises her quick learning in manipulating minds, but Feyre cannot help feeling like a traitor. Amren and Rhys decide that the best option is to enter the submerged temple at night, trusting that the tide will give them enough time to retrieve the Book.

Chapter 36 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Infiltration of the Submerged Temple

Night falls, and Rhys takes Feyre and Amren to the submerged temple. The low tide grants them access to the hidden entrance, and both descend into the interior filled with mud and algae. Feyre feels the presence of the Book calling her, an ancient and powerful voice. Digging through the muck, they find a lead door sealed with ancient spells. Feyre, using Tarquin’s essence, manages to open it, and they descend further, where a secret chamber guards the object. The iron box containing the Book emanates a dark power that whispers to Feyre, unsettling her. They hurry to take it before the tide returns, but as they try to leave, a trap is triggered, and the chamber begins to fill with water. Despite their efforts to escape, they become trapped. The force of the water drags them until the Water Wraiths, repaying the debt Feyre granted them, come to their rescue.

Chapter 37 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Triumphant Return and the Revelation of the Book

Feyre and Amren emerge from the water thanks to the help of the Water Wraiths and reach the shore, where Rhys picks them up. Back in Velaris, Feyre recovers from exhaustion and hands the lead box containing the Book to Rhys. The box emits a dark whisper that recognizes Feyre as the one who broke the Curse. Upon opening it, they discover that the Book consists of metal plates inscribed in an ancient language, Leshon Hakodesh, known only to Amren. Rhys reveals that he suspected Amren might be able to read it and that perhaps within the Book lies a spell to free her and return her to her home. Amren is shocked by the possibility of returning to her world. While Mor tries to ease the tension, Azriel points out that they still need to worry about Jurian and his connection to the King of Hybern, adding a new threat to their mission.

Chapter 38 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Tarquin’s Betrayal and the Blood Rubies

Feyre wakes up exhausted after the mission in the Summer Court and finds Rhys thoughtful on the terrace, watching over Velaris. Beside him is a box with blood rubies sent by Tarquin, a symbol of mortal enmity toward Rhys, Feyre, and Amren for stealing the Book. Rhys, hurt, laments having betrayed Tarquin’s trust and admits that he might have tried to negotiate before resorting to theft. Feyre tries to console him and suggests that after neutralizing the Cauldron, they could return the Book as a gesture of peace. Rhys, frustrated, is willing to pay the price of enmity to protect Velaris. Tension between them grows as they joke to dispel the sadness, but Feyre senses the deep pain Rhys carries. When Azriel arrives with important news, Feyre leaves Rhys alone to speak with him, feeling the weight of the growing closeness between them.

Chapter 39 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Sacrifice of Miryam and Drakon

Feyre visits Amren at her apartment to bring her fresh blood and finds the immortal exhausted from working tirelessly to decipher the Book. Amren explains that she needs time to remember the lost language before she can use her power. While they talk, Amren mentions Varian, who sent her the stolen ruby necklace from Tarquin as a gesture to appease the enmity. Weeks pass as Feyre trains her body and powers, trying to master the abilities she inherited from the High Lords. During this time, Rhys tells her the story of Miryam and Drakon, who escaped together after the war and created a land where humans and Fae lived in peace. This story inspires Feyre, who also discovers that she is beginning to heal her inner emptiness and feels a spark of inspiration to paint again. Meanwhile, Rhys and his court search for a way to convince the mortal queens.

Chapter 40 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Meeting with the Mortal Queens

Rhys, Feyre, and their court meet with five of the six mortal queens, who arrive with distrust and demands. The eldest queen, cold and calculating, makes it clear that they are not interested in defending the humans from the imminent war, preferring to sacrifice territories to preserve their power. Feyre pleads for the other half of the Book, explaining the threat of Hybern, but the queens refuse to give it without proof. Mor intervenes and tells them about Miryam and Drakon, who achieved peace between humans and Fae in their hidden land. However, the queens insist that they need proof that Rhys is not the monster the rumors depict him as. Rhys, barely containing his fury, promises to obtain the proof, and the queens vanish, leaving behind a lingering threat. The meeting ends in disappointment, and Feyre feels that peace is farther away than they had imagined.

Chapter 41 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Plan to Retrieve the Veritas in the Court of Nightmares

Rhys, furious over the queens’ refusal, plans to use the Veritas, a magical orb that reveals the truth, to convince them of Velaris’s existence and its peaceful people. The orb is kept in the Court of Nightmares, under the custody of Mor’s father, and Rhys plans to retrieve it during a visit to that court. While Feyre tries to support Rhys, he fears that she will see the monster he has to become to maintain power in the Court of Nightmares. Feyre, determined to help, insists on accompanying him. Rhys tells her about Mor’s traumatic past, where she was sold by her family to Eris and brutally punished after her rejection. Feyre’s anger grows as she understands the pain Mor endures. In the end, Rhys accepts Feyre’s help, and together they prepare to face the danger awaiting them in the Court of Nightmares.

Chapter 42 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Game of Appearances in the Court of Nightmares

Feyre and Rhys fly to the Court of Nightmares, accompanied by Cassian and Azriel. As they soar over the snowy mountains, Feyre jokes with Rhys about the Illyrian wings, easing his tension before facing the court. Upon arrival, Feyre senses the darkness and danger of the place, recalling her terrors Under the Mountain. Mor and Feyre enter first, crossing the Hewn City, filled with macabre art and figures reflecting pleasures and horrors. Feyre wears a provocative outfit similar to what she wore Under the Mountain and adopts the role of Rhys’s lover to maintain the façade. Rhys arrives radiating power, with Cassian and Azriel as lethal forces by his side. Feyre sits on his lap, playing the role of a distraction so that Azriel can steal the Veritas. The sensual display they put on keeps everyone distracted while Azriel completes the mission.

Chapter 43 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Consequences of the Game and Rhys’s Guilt

After the performance in the Court of Nightmares, Rhys and Feyre transport to a mountain lake to calm down. Rhys, tormented by fury after Keir’s threats toward Feyre, apologizes for exposing her to that environment. Feyre, affected by the intensity of the night and her closeness to Rhys, insists that she made the decision to participate and does not need excessive protection. Rhys, consumed by his own fears, admits his internal struggle to protect her and compares himself to Tamlin, fearing he might become someone who traps her. Feyre, filled with conflicting emotions, confronts him and points out that she is also unsure of what she wants. The discussion reveals deep wounds and shared fears. Rhys pulls away, and Feyre, devastated by her own words, waits in the garden through the night, but he does not appear, leaving her with feelings of guilt and confusion.

Chapter 44 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Falling of the Stars and the Reconciliation

Feyre spends days without news from Rhys, feeling the distance and emptiness growing between them. During the Falling of the Stars, a unique celebration in the Night Court, Feyre wears a gem-studded dress that makes her look like a fallen star. Cassian accompanies her to the House of Wind, where everyone gathers to celebrate. Rhys finally appears, and although his mood is distant, he shares with Feyre the meaning of the night: thousands of spirits migrate across the sky once a year. They both watch the stars fall, wrapped in silent calm. Rhys reveals that Amarantha forced him to serve her during that celebration, deepening the weight of his memories. Feyre, moved, comforts him, and they share a moment of peace. Their connection strengthens as Feyre, seeing the light of a star on her skin, finally smiles at Rhys, making him smile with genuine happiness.

Chapter 45 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Illyrian Camp and Rhys’s Secrets

Feyre and Rhys travel to the Illyrian camp to train and avoid being tracked. The place is cold and hostile, full of harsh and sexist warriors. Rhys confronts the leader, Devlon, demanding that the girls be trained before performing tasks and claiming his mother’s house for their stay. Cassian is put in charge of supervising the training. Rhys takes Feyre to a clearing to train away from the camp. During the journey, he reveals details about the brutal Blood Rite that he, Cassian, and Azriel endured to earn respect. While training, Feyre asks about Rhys’s relationship with Tamlin, and he confesses the truth about the massacre of his mother and sister at the hands of Tamlin’s family. The confession unleashes a devastating power in Feyre that fuses her abilities, giving her complete control over her magic. Rhys is astonished as he witnesses her strength.

Chapter 46 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Coldness of the Camp and Forbidden Desire

Feyre feels the cold of the Illyrian camp even near the fire. During dinner, Cassian reports that the women are still not receiving training, which enrages Mor. Three girls show potential, but their families hold them back. Feyre and Rhys go up to their rooms, and the tension between them is palpable. Rhys points to the door where Feyre will share a room with Mor, but she feels the desire to take the three steps that separate her from him. Her body longs to touch him, but guilt consumes her, calling herself a traitor. The next day, they train in the forest under icy rain. Feyre, distracted by thoughts of Rhys, tries to control Beron’s fire, but Rhys’s burning presence unsettles her. While she struggles to concentrate, four sentinels from the Spring Court appear, surrounding her. Among them, Lucien stands at the front, with a devastated expression after months of searching.

Chapter 47 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Encounter with Lucien and the Declaration of Independence

Feyre, confronted by Lucien and the sentinels, senses the threat of returning to the Spring Court. Lucien begs her to come back, claiming that Tamlin is desperate. Feyre, firm and cold, rejects the offer and aims her arrow at him. Lucien perceives the change in Feyre—her strengthened body and steely expression. He tries to convince her to return willingly, but Feyre reminds him how he abandoned her when she begged for help. Lucien admits his mistake, but Feyre is no longer the same. When he tries to touch her, she unleashes her new power, transforming into smoke and shadow, and reappears behind the sentinels. Rhys arrives at her side, radiating lethal power, and humiliates Lucien with venomous words. Feyre warns that if Tamlin sends anyone else, she will destroy them. Lucien, defeated and warning of the consequences, retreats. Feyre and Rhys transport away, leaving behind the shadow of her former home.

Chapter 48 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Inn and the Storm of Repressed Desire

Rhys and Feyre find refuge in a rundown inn, where only a small attic room is available. The atmosphere is cold, and the tension between them intensifies when they realize there is only one bed. Feyre tries to stay calm while Rhys looks for food. Upon his return, they share a hot stew, and the conversation turns tense with confessions. Rhys admits that he watches her in a way that consumes him, while Feyre confesses that she constantly thinks about him. When night falls, the cold forces Feyre to accept sharing the bed with Rhys to stay warm. Their bodies brush against each other, and although they both try to resist, desire consumes them. Rhys caresses Feyre, and she gives in, allowing him to explore her until he brings her to climax. However, they go no further, leaving an unsatisfied yearning that envelops them as they fall asleep in a nest of shared warmth.

Chapter 49 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Flight, the Ambush, and Rhysand’s Fall

Feyre wakes up in Rhys’s arms, feeling more protected than ever. As they fly together toward the Illyrian mountains, the tension grows. Rhys, distant, is hiding something important. When Feyre confronts him, he mentions that there is a story he needs to tell her, but he doesn’t get to it. Mid-flight, ash arrows rain down from the trees, piercing Rhys’s wings and legs. The poison paralyzes his power, and when he realizes they are cornered, he throws Feyre away to save her. Rhys falls, wounded and vulnerable, while Feyre crashes into the branches and manages to slow her fall with an air shield. Lost in the darkness, Feyre feels her bond with Rhys weakening and decides to track him. She transforms into a shadow and follows the trail of his captors, guided by the scent of his blood. Cold fury consumes her as she promises that if Rhys does not survive, those responsible will pay with their lives.

Chapter 50 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Rescue of Rhys and the Revelation of the Mating Bond

Feyre finds Rhys in a cave, chained and brutally beaten. Ash arrows pierce his wings, and his back is marked with lashes. Driven by fury, Feyre kills the guards and frees him. Transporting him is exhausting, but she manages to get him to a safe cave. At dawn, Rhys remains unconscious, and Feyre, desperate, summons the Suriel. The creature reveals that the cure lies in her blood, thanks to the gift from the Dawn Court’s High Lord. It also mentions that Rhys is her mate. Shocked and hurt by the revelation, Feyre returns and gives her blood to Rhys, who begins to recover. When she confronts him, Rhys admits that he has known since Under the Mountain but never told her. Feyre, devastated by the betrayal, demands to return to the Illyrian camp. Rhys, full of pain and guilt, transports her, aware that he might have lost Feyre forever.

Chapter 51 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Refuge in the Mountain Cabin

Feyre returns to the camp with Rhys injured and collapses in the mud in front of Cassian and Mor, who rush to her side. Mor’s expression reflects concern upon seeing the pain in Feyre’s eyes. When Rhys calls out to her, Feyre, cold and overwhelmed by emotions, asks Mor to take her away. Mor transports her to an isolated cabin in the mountains, surrounded by snow and tranquility. Feyre observes the desolate landscape, a reflection of the emptiness she feels inside. The cabin, protected by spells, offers refuge and solitude. Mor explains that the house has provisions and warmth, but Feyre only wants to be alone to process the pain and betrayal. As she departs, Mor warns that Rhys will try to find her, but Feyre asks her not to reveal her location. Left alone, Feyre feels the weight of the silence and the immensity of her new reality.

Chapter 52 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Reflection and Painting in the Solitude of Exile

Feyre finds momentary peace in the cabin, where she immerses herself in long baths to calm her body and mind. The words “mating bond” haunt her, filling her with confusion and pain. While exploring the cabin, she discovers paintings, brushes, and vibrant colors. The magic preserves the materials, allowing her to immerse herself in art to escape her thoughts. Feyre paints ceaselessly, covering the walls with images of her friends: Cassian, Azriel, Mor, Amren, and Rhys. The act of painting brings her comfort but also forces her to confront her feelings for Rhys. Memories of her sacrifice Under the Mountain and the truth about their bond invade her. Remembering how she protected Rhys from death, Feyre begins to accept that her heart belongs to him, even though fear and guilt consume her. Solitude allows her to reflect on her future and her place in that world.

Chapter 53 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Mor’s Visit and the Revelation of Found Family

Mor returns to the cabin after three days and finds Feyre surrounded by paintings that capture the essence of her found family. Mor notices the images of watchful eyes in the hallway and jokes about how Amren and she will keep an eye on Cassian and Azriel. During her visit, Mor shares memories of the cabin, a place of refuge for her, Rhys, and the others. Feyre feels the warmth of these stories and begins to understand that the cabin is a symbol of home, something she never truly had. Mor talks about Rhys’s sacrifice and advises Feyre to listen to his version of events. Although Feyre feels betrayed, her feelings for Rhys are undeniable. Before leaving, Mor makes it clear that Rhys is suffering as much as Feyre and that only the truth can heal their wounds. Mor’s words plant seeds of doubt in Feyre and ignite the need to confront Rhys.

Chapter 54 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Rhys’s Confession and the Truth of the Bond

Rhys arrives at the cabin, frozen and exhausted but determined to speak with Feyre. She lets him in, and surrounded by the paintings that narrate her story, Rhys confesses everything. He speaks of the first time he felt her presence in his dreams and how he knew she was his mate when he saw her on Calanmai. He explains his sacrifice during the years Under the Mountain, enduring Amarantha to protect Velaris and his people. Rhys reveals that he knew about the bond before Feyre became Fae but feared losing her if she rejected him. He confesses his unconditional love and his fear of forcing her to accept the bond. Feyre, shocked, listens to every word, feeling the weight of the truth. The magnitude of Rhys’s sacrifice overwhelms her, and although her heart is broken, she begins to understand that she was always destined for him, even as they both tried to deny it.

Chapter 55 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Acceptance of the Bond and the Union of Souls

Feyre, with her heart open and doubts dispelled, accepts Rhys as her mate. In a moment of deep intimacy, she confesses her love and promises never to leave him again. Rhys, with tears of relief, envelops her in his arms, sealing their bond with kisses and caresses. Feyre offers him food, officially sealing the mating bond. Passion consumes them as they surrender to each other with devotion. Their bodies and souls merge, leaving behind pain and uncertainty. The light that emanates from Feyre shines in Rhys’s darkness, symbolizing hope and the promise of a future together. After a night of surrender, Feyre feels that she has finally found her home. The magic of the bond irrevocably unites them, giving them the strength to face the war ahead and protect what they now share: an eternal love.

Chapter 56 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Return to the Camp and the Alpha Fight

Feyre and Rhys return to the Illyrian camp, where Cassian greets them with a teasing smile. Cassian jokes about the mating bond, igniting Rhys’s fury, who attacks him without holding back. Both roll through the mud, exchanging brutal blows while the Illyrian warriors watch from a distance. Cassian knows he needs to calm Rhys’s tension and, through the fight, gives him an outlet for his rage. When they finish, Rhys and Feyre retreat to the cabin, where the passion between them erupts, dissipating the accumulated tension. Afterward, they return to Velaris, where they are received with honor and respect. Upon arriving at the House of Wind, Feyre is greeted by Mor, Azriel, Cassian, and Amren, who bow and pledge loyalty to her, but Feyre prefers that they remain her friends rather than her protectors. Finally, Rhys and Feyre dine with their family, feeling at home once again.

Chapter 57 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Meeting with the Mortal Queens and the Revelation of Velaris

Rhys and Feyre return to the human world to meet once again with the mortal queens, but only two attend: the elder and the golden-haired one. The queens remain skeptical and distrust the Fae’s intentions. Feyre, determined to earn their trust, mentions her love for Rhys and the presence of her sisters as proof of her sincerity. However, the queens insist on seeing concrete evidence. Rhys, with Mor’s help, uses the Veritas to show them Velaris, the hidden city he has protected for centuries. The images of Velaris’s beauty, peace, and harmony impress the queens, but even so, they do not hand over the Book. As the queens leave, the golden-haired one discreetly leaves behind a box containing the second half of the Book, along with a note warning them not to trust her companions. Now, with both parts of the Book, the fight against Hybern is closer.

Chapter 58 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Attack on Velaris and Feyre’s Defense

Velaris is unexpectedly attacked by Hybern’s forces, led by the Attor and winged creatures with stone gauntlets that neutralize magic. Cassian and Azriel fight fiercely while Feyre runs to the Rainbow of Velaris, where horror unfolds. Soldiers massacre the innocent, and the golden queen is brutally killed, impaled on a pole. Overcome by fury, Feyre uses her power to summon wolves and water hawks from the Sidra, who tear the invaders apart. Feyre’s magic, fueled by the ice of the Winter Court and the fire of the Day Court, becomes her deadly weapon. Her wolves hunt and destroy the soldiers while Feyre freezes and shatters her enemies. Although the battle is devastating, Feyre manages to protect the Rainbow and save her people, but the pain of the destruction and losses cuts deeply into her heart.

Chapter 59 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Hunt for the Attor and Feyre’s Revenge

Feyre pursues the Attor, who tries to flee after the chaos in Velaris. With poisoned ash arrows, she transports herself to him and ambushes him in the air. Using her fire power and mental shield, she binds him and plunges the arrows into his wings, making him fall. During the fall, Feyre drives a dagger into his body, dedicating each blow to Rhys, Clare, and herself, seeking vengeance for the suffering caused. Before hitting the ground, Feyre transports herself away, leaving the Attor to die shattered. Rhys arrives just in time to catch her and kiss her, thanking her for protecting his home. Feyre, exhausted and covered in blood, weeps in Rhys’s arms as Velaris falls into silence after the devastation. Despite the pain, Feyre knows she did what was necessary to protect her home and her people, but the battle against Hybern is far from over.

Chapter 60 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Oath of Vengeance and the Union of Feyre and Rhys

After the attack, Velaris lies in ruins, and its inhabitants work hard to rebuild the city. Cassian and Azriel, wounded but alive, work alongside Feyre and Mor to help the survivors. Amren, exhausted after unleashing her power, promises to stay and protect Velaris while the rest prepare to go to Hybern. Rhys and Feyre find solace in each other’s arms, sharing the guilt and pain of what happened. Feyre assures Rhys that they deserve happiness and vows to protect what they have built. The next day, Amren deciphers the Book’s code, revealing that to destroy the Cauldron, they must touch it directly. The group plans to infiltrate Hybern, with Feyre willing to take the risk. Finally, Rhys and Feyre decide to share a room, sealing their union of body and soul, while Feyre keeps Rhys’s ring for the day they can celebrate their love.

Chapter 61 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Infiltration into Hybern and the Cauldron Mission

Feyre, Rhys, Cassian, Azriel, Mor, and Amren prepare to infiltrate Hybern and destroy the Cauldron. Feyre is covered in steel leaves and hidden knives, ready for any threat. Amren warns Rhys about the king of Hybern’s power and asks him not to stay too long. Mor transports Feyre and Cassian to the secret entrance, while Azriel flies ahead to secure the path. The night in Hybern is dark and ancient, with cliffs as white as bones sheltering a half-ruined castle, full of magic and danger. Cassian recalls his previous visits and the feeling of horror that overwhelmed him. They reach the secret door guarded by Mor, who guides them inside after Azriel’s signal. Feyre feels the Cauldron’s call deep within the castle and knows that her destiny is pulling her toward that primal darkness.

Chapter 62 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Cauldron’s Power and Feyre’s Temptation

Feyre and her group reach the Cauldron, a massive structure forged from dark iron, with legs torn from ancient temples. As she approaches, Feyre feels a pulsing heartbeat calling her, as if the Cauldron wants to possess her. Azriel and Cassian stand guard while Mor urges Feyre to hurry. Upon touching the Cauldron, Feyre is invaded by a torrent of primal power, feeling fire, ice, and the very essence of creation. The halves of the Book of Breathings whisper promises of power, urging her to unite them to control the Cauldron. Feyre, absorbed by the magic, places both halves together, releasing a wave of energy that shakes the surroundings. However, just as Feyre prepares to recite the spell, Jurian appears, interrupting the process. The resurrected human warrior confronts them, and his presence signals a deadly trap. Feyre realizes that something has gone terribly wrong and that the situation is about to collapse.

Chapter 63 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Hybern’s Trap and the King’s Appearance

Jurian mocks Feyre and her friends, revealing that his presence was a distraction while the king of Hybern prepared a spell to trap them. Rhys appears beside Feyre, but when he tries to use his power, he discovers it is blocked. The king’s magic prevents them from escaping or fighting. Jurian reveals his hatred for Rhys and Mor, mentioning his desire for revenge over Miryam and Drakon. Cassian and Azriel prepare to fight, but the king of Hybern descends the stairs, surrounded by guards. The king, with eyes full of malice, confirms that the trap was designed to capture and divide them. An ash arrow shot by Jurian injures Azriel, leaving him gravely wounded. Unable to use their magic, Rhys and Feyre are at the king’s mercy. Despair fills the air as they realize their mission has failed and their fate is now in the hands of the enemy.

Chapter 64 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – The Traitor and the Breaking of the Bond

Tamlin and Lucien appear alongside the king of Hybern, revealing their betrayal. Tamlin made a deal with Hybern to get Feyre back, handing over her allies in exchange. Feyre, devastated, confronts Tamlin, who insists that Rhys manipulated her using the bond. The king plans to break the bond between Feyre and Rhys to return her to Tamlin. Feyre struggles to resist, feeling her connection to Rhys weakening. Tamlin tries to convince her to come back, but Feyre, filled with rage and pain, promises to destroy everything if they separate her from her mate. Rhys remains still, hiding his desperation, while Feyre pretends to submit to protect her family. In a calculated move, Feyre allows the king to believe the bond has been broken, while her mind weaves a plan to protect those she loves. Tamlin’s betrayal is etched into Feyre’s heart, where no love for him remains.

Chapter 65 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Elain and Nesta in the Clutches of the Cauldron

The king of Hybern presents the mortal queens, who demand proof of the Cauldron’s power. As a demonstration, the king throws Elain and Nesta into the Cauldron to transform them into Fae. Elain, terrified and trembling, is the first to be submerged, emerging radiant and with pointed ears. Lucien is shocked to see her and discovers that Elain is his mate. Nesta, furious and resisting with all her might, is dragged to the Cauldron, pointing at the king with a promise of vengeance before sinking. The Cauldron responds to her defiance, giving her more power than the king intended. Nesta emerges from the water transformed, with a gaze filled with rage and power. As Feyre watches helplessly, her sisters’ fate is sealed. Lucien and Nesta protect Elain, but the war is just beginning, and Feyre senses that the Cauldron has awakened something dark and lethal within her older sister.

Chapter 66 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Feyre’s Sacrifice to Save Her Loved Ones

Feyre watches Lucien fixate obsessively on Elain, now transformed, while the king of Hybern mocks the queens to accept immortality. Desperation grows in Feyre, who realizes her loved ones are in danger. Without hesitation, she devises a plan: she pretends that Rhys’s control over her has been broken, approaching Tamlin and begging him to take her back to the Spring Court. Feyre uses her Day Court power to dismantle the castle’s wards, clearing the way for Rhys, Mor, Cassian, and Azriel to escape with her sisters. Feyre begs the king to break the mating bond, deceiving everyone. The pain is unbearable when the king pretends to sever it. Rhys and his court understand Feyre’s sacrifice as she is dragged away by Tamlin while her heart breaks. Feyre is now infiltrated in the Spring Court, ready to destroy it from within.

Chapter 67 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Feyre Returns to the Spring Court and Lucien Suspects the Truth

Tamlin transports Feyre back to the Spring Court, ignoring her trembling and apparent weakness. Lucien, sensing something strange, watches Feyre with suspicion, especially when she mentions recovering her sisters. While the king of Hybern and the queens celebrate their victory, Feyre remains calm, convinced that her plan has worked. Deep inside, she feels the bond with Rhys intact, though painfully silent. The castle’s magical wards were destroyed thanks to her Day power, allowing Mor to escape with her sisters and Rhys to retreat with Cassian and Azriel. Lucien seems to notice that Feyre is not as broken as she appears. However, Feyre maintains her role, feigning submission to avoid suspicion. In the end, she promises Tamlin that she is “home forever,” while her mind plots to destroy everything that betrayed her family and court from within.

Chapter 68 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Rhys’s Desperation and the Plan for Revenge

Rhys returns to Velaris with Cassian and Azriel gravely injured. Amren and Mor fight to keep them alive while Rhys, devastated, cannot stop thinking about Feyre. The pain of the apparent breaking of the mating bond nearly destroys him, but Rhys understands the truth: the king of Hybern only broke the bargain Feyre and he made, not their mating bond. Feyre is now infiltrated in the Spring Court, ready to spy and destroy from within. Rhys reveals that before the mission, Feyre was secretly made High Lady of the Night Court, equal to him—something no one knows. The bond remains intact, and Rhys feels her strength. Although his heart aches, Rhys trusts that Feyre will fulfill her mission. Now, with war imminent and Feyre inside the enemy’s lair, Rhys vows that together they will destroy Hybern, Ianthe, and all those who betrayed them.

Chapter 69 Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury – Feyre in the Spring Court: The Fox in the Henhouse

Feyre returns to the Spring Court with Tamlin, pretending weakness and relief at being “back.” The beauty of the court remains the same, but Feyre sees only a prison adorned with flowers. Lucien watches her with suspicion, sensing something strange in her behavior, especially when Feyre expresses her desire to help in the war and rescue her sisters. Tamlin, blinded by love and guilt, promises that they will do things differently. Feyre feigns vulnerability, gaining his trust while keeping her bond with Rhys intact and hidden. Lucien, aware of his mating bond with Elain, doubts Feyre but cannot act without endangering his mate. As Tamlin leads her toward the mansion, Feyre, High Lady of the Night Court, steps into the heart of the Spring Court with one goal: to destroy them all from within. The game has begun.

Conclusion – A Court of Mist and Fury

And so, between drowned ruins, stolen rings, and truths revealed under silent stars, Feyre’s journey through A Court of Mist and Fury comes to an end. What began as an escape turned into transformation. She is no longer the girl who begged for love. She is the woman who chose freedom—even if it meant losing everything else.

Sarah J. Maas doesn’t build a world to be admired—she creates one to be survived, with open wounds. In this chapter-by-chapter summary, we witnessed a protagonist who found new purpose, forged impossible alliances, and accepted that power was just the beginning. In Prythian, strength alone is not enough—you must be willing to burn for what you love.

And if you think this story has reached its peak, wait until the war becomes more than just a threat. Continue this saga with the full chapter summary of A Court of Wings and Ruin ➤

FAQs – Chapter by Chapter Summary – A Court of Mist and Fury

Why does Feyre leave Tamlin in A Court of Mist and Fury?

Feyre decides to leave Tamlin after months of emotional and physical confinement in the Spring Court. While Tamlin believes he’s protecting her, his controlling behavior suffocates her. The breaking point comes when he magically traps her inside the house, triggering a panic attack that ends with her being rescued by Mor and Rhysand. This act becomes the turning point—marking her rebirth and the end of a relationship that no longer reflects who she is or allows her to grow.

What does Velaris mean for Feyre in the story?

Velaris is the first place where Feyre experiences unconditional freedom and beauty. After the trauma of Amarantha and Tamlin’s suffocating control, the hidden city offers her a chance to breathe, rediscover herself, and begin healing. Through its Rainbow district and her bond with Rhysand’s Inner Circle, Feyre finds a chosen family and a deeper reason to fight. Velaris is not just a refuge—it’s the physical manifestation of what Feyre can build when she stops running and starts choosing.

How does Feyre and Rhysand’s relationship evolve throughout the book?

Feyre and Rhysand’s relationship transforms from tension and mistrust to respect, and eventually to a profound bond rooted in mutual vulnerability. Unlike Tamlin, Rhys never tries to control her—instead, he challenges her to reclaim her strength. Over time, Feyre learns that her bond with Rhys is not a trap but an open door to a love built on choice and equality. Their evolving connection becomes the emotional core of the story and redefines what it means to truly stand beside someone.

What role does Feyre’s power play in the fight against Hybern?

Feyre’s power—drawn from all seven High Lords—makes her a uniquely powerful figure in the looming war against Hybern. As the story unfolds, she trains to master abilities like shadow-walking, fire control, and mental manipulation. Her strength is not only magical but symbolic: she embodies the unity of the courts and the hope for a new future. Her role as a strategist, emissary, and warrior makes her central to the resistance against Hybern’s forces.

Why is the encounter with the Weaver important for Feyre’s growth?

Facing the Weaver is Feyre’s first true solo trial—it forces her to rely on her instincts, magic, and courage to survive. In that moment, she stops seeing herself as a victim and begins to embrace her identity as a hunter and survivor. The object she retrieves—a sapphire ring—isn’t just a tool; it’s a symbolic piece of her story with Rhysand. This encounter marks the moment Feyre claims her strength, not for others, but for herself.