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Elizabeth May

Elizabeth May is the historical-fae romantasy route: Victorian Scotland, fae hunters, vengeance, action, and a completed trilogy now reimagined for adult romantasy readers.

Last checked: August 20, 2026.

Best starting points

Reader goal	Start here	Why
Historical fae action	The Falconer	Start with book one for fae hunting, vengeance, and Victorian Scotland.
Completed trilogy	The Falconer	Read The Falconer, The Vanishing Throne, then The Fallen Kingdom.
Edition choice	New reimagined editions	May’s official page recommends the new editions for first-time readers.

Series and book paths

Path	Use it for	Fabled Romance link
The Falconer	Historical fae fantasy, action, romance, vengeance, and completed trilogy payoff	Series hub
New editions	Adult romantasy rerelease positioning	Series hub
Other work	Readers who like May’s fantasy voice beyond this site’s main path	Author-site route

Reading community fit

Reader interest in The Falconer often comes from people wanting fae danger without another modern royal-court setup. The historical setting and rerelease positioning make it useful as both a rediscovery page and a completed-series recommendation. It also gives the hub a cleaner answer for readers who want fae action but are tired of academy trials and royal mating-bond politics.

Before you start

New readers should pay attention to edition notes. The official Falconer page points first-time readers to the reimagined new editions.

Reader FAQ

Where should I start with Elizabeth May?

Start with The Falconer.

Is The Falconer complete?

Yes. It is a completed trilogy.

Which edition should I read?

Elizabeth May’s official page recommends the reimagined new editions for first-time readers.

Who should read Elizabeth May?

Readers who want historical fae action, romance, vengeance, and a finished trilogy.

Related Fabled Romance paths

The Falconer - series hub
Folklore Romantasy Books - fae discovery
Completed Romantasy Series - finished arc