Feyre Archeron is a much-loved heroine among Cutting thorns and roses readers, and Sarah J. Maas’ series proves she’s also Prythian’s girlfriend. She is immediately loved by the Inner Circle and adopted by the Night Court, likely due to her status as Rhysand’s companion. The events of the Cutting thorns and roses the books clarify how Feyre has never felt accepted before; her family showed no affection or care for her. Seeing such a deserving protagonist gain a family foundation and rise to the highest position makes Feyre’s character arc one of the most satisfying in the series.
Surprisingly, Feyre’s sudden transition to becoming High Lady of the Night Court is incredibly smooth. She will soon explore Velaris, open a painting studio and manage all the city’s affairs. However, Maas never offers an explanation for why Feyre’s rule is so quickly accepted.despite her being the first Grand Lady in history. The role works for Feyre, as she proves herself to be a compassionate, caring, and courageous leader. However, Hulu’s next release Cutting thorns and roses show may have a harder time selling this oversight.
A Court of Thorns and Roses Doesn’t Solve an Obvious Problem with Feyre’s Role in the Night Court
It doesn’t make sense for Feyre to take over so soon
At the time of Feyre’s appointment as High Lady, it makes sense romantically that her relationship with Rhysand leads him to treat her as an equal. At the same time, just because Rhysand trusts Feyre to lead his court after only knowing her a few months doesn’t mean every other Fae in Prythian would feel the same. Without knowing the people, the culture or the laws, Feyre is immediately placed in the highest position. of power – and she faces no backlash.
If Maas included context suggesting that some of the Night Court’s subjects – or even the other High Lords – were hesitant to accept Feyre’s new role, then this plot point would seem more realistic. It would have been smart if Maas includedespecially since The Court of Nightmares is already very misogynistic. Feyre rising to power in a more dynamic way would allow for more insight into how the people of the Night Court feel about their new High Lady.
Maas never suggests that the subjects of the Night Court admire Feyre for saving Prythian Under The Mountain, so there’s nothing to support the idea of them following her so quickly.
Maas’ choice to never address this plot point in the books makes it even more unrealistic. Even when Viviane of the Winter Court questions whether she should also be named High Lady, sentiment falls flat and is largely disregarded. Maas never suggests that the subjects of the Night Court admire Feyre for saving Prythian Under The Mountain, so there is nothing to support the idea of them following so quickly. This makes it seem like Feyre is only accepted in this role because it’s convenient for the plot.
Feyre becoming High Lady of the Night Court can’t be that easy on Hulu’s ACOTAR
Hulu’s next adaptation should make this a bigger deal
The last hundred pages of A Court of Mist and Fury serve as a distraction from the blatant inconsistency of Feyre rising to power without a single complaint (except perhaps from Keir or Beron). Many high-intensity moments, including the standoff with Hybern and Feyre returning to the Spring Court, make it possible for Feyre’s title change to go unnoticed. However, the ACOTAR the television show will have to address this plot point in a more meaningful way. Yes, Feyre becoming High Lady is amazing. However, without any resistance, it will not seem realistic or possible.
To give Feyre the credit she deserves for taking on such a crucial role so suddenly, the ACOTAR show must show Feyre facing adversity to be accepted. Even in fantasy, women in power should be recognized for the steps they take to get there. Maas’s choice to ignore this plot point isn’t the best way to demonstrate Feyre’s resilience. The next Cutting thorns and roses the show should include these moments to ensure Feyre’s journey feels more relatable. This also sets up future stories where Feyre overcomes obstacles to prove she deserves to lead.