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3.73 AVERAGE
3.73 AVERAGE
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I really enjoyed this book and had a fun time reading it, but I feel like the first 75% of the book was better paced and more fun. The last 25% felt like it was all just moving a bit too fast and things were just happening too quickly with not enough set up or exploration.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I’m very disappointed about this DNF! I went into reading with such high hopes as I’ve enjoyed Alexandria’s other books in the series and the synopsis sounded like something I would really enjoy (I was 100% in on a Sleeping Beauty twist/retelling). Unfortunately the story and characters fell flat for me. I had difficulty relating and connecting with the FMC early on, which is such an important element to me in my reading. Her actions were very juvenile and petty, which was something that didn’t sit well with me. The beginning half started off strong, but the story began to lack cohesion and details around 30%. Sadly the story wasn’t engaging enough to keep me reading the last quarter of the book. We as the readers learn very little about the ‘curse’ and dark creatures plaguing the realm, which could have been resolved with a bit more attention to world building.
I also didn’t feel invested in the relationship between Notus and Sarai, mostly due to the superficiality of their connection. Their miscommunication/lack of communication was an additional struggle for me to get over, when much could have been resolved with a simple, adult conversation.
While ‘The South Wind’ just wasn’t for me, I appreciate the opportunity for an advanced reader copy. I extend my gratitude to Saga Press, NetGalley, and the author.
I also didn’t feel invested in the relationship between Notus and Sarai, mostly due to the superficiality of their connection. Their miscommunication/lack of communication was an additional struggle for me to get over, when much could have been resolved with a simple, adult conversation.
While ‘The South Wind’ just wasn’t for me, I appreciate the opportunity for an advanced reader copy. I extend my gratitude to Saga Press, NetGalley, and the author.
“There is no separation between sorrow and longing, bitterness and grief. All are woven into the same tapestry.”
“The South Wind,” by Alexandria Warwick
I love this series so much. Every book so far has the perfect combination of romance and story plot mixed in with characters that have big character flaws and mental illness they work through throughout the books. Both the main characters in this book have insecurities that were so raw, and I could not get enough of the relatableness of it. I absolutely adore the type of romance in this book, chef’s kiss. I loved how Greek mythology was mixed in with the lore, without making it feel too mythological (I personally don’t always love it to be too overwhelming in the mythology aspect sometimes because I’m a mood reader lol). Literally loved every single thing about this book. cannot wait to read more books by Alexandria Warwick. 5 out of 5 stars.
-Arranged Marriage
-Love Triangle
-Desert Setting
-Insecure MC’s
-Greek Mythology
Thank you for the ARC, Netgalley.
“His expression is made of layers: regret and misery, shame and remorse.”
emotional
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
medium-paced
Thank you Alexandria Warwick, Saga Press #SagaSaysCrew, and NetGalley for the free gift!
A cursed princess. A fake engagement. A dangerously swoony immortal.
The South Wind is an emotionally rich, beautifully written romantasy that swept me away from the very first page. With echoes of Sleeping Beauty and the Theseus myth, Alexandria Warwick crafts a haunting, slow-burn tale of second chances, generational trauma, and the courage it takes to break free from the past.
Sarai’s journey is heartbreaking in all the right ways—her pain, her strength, her quiet resilience. I cried more than once for her. Warwick does an incredible job of showing how a legacy of emotional damage can shape us, but doesn’t have to define us. Sarai’s growth was powerful and deeply moving.
And then there’s Notus. Mysterious, alluring, and full of regret—he’s the perfect counterpart to Sarai’s guarded heart. Their chemistry sizzles, but what really got me was the yearning. The fake engagement trope is handled so well here, adding both tension and tenderness to their dynamic.
While The North Wind remains a favorite of mine, I was honestly a bit let down by The West Wind. So I was thrilled that The South Wind brought back everything I loved about Warwick’s world: gorgeous prose, vivid mythology, and aching romance. It’s a return to form, and I couldn’t be happier.
This installment also deepens the world of the Four Winds series in such a satisfying way—and now I’m counting down the days until The East Wind.
If you’re into romantasy with emotional depth, myth-inspired magic, and a heroine who earns her happily ever after, The South Wind should be at the top of your list.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Suicide
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated