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rielbelle's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Cannibalism, Child death, Death, Kidnapping, Murder, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Torture, Toxic relationship, and Violence
mybookishdelights's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
Heat Level: Medium A sex that is sort of graphically detailed, kissing, mentions of arousal
This book is the case of being plopped right in the middle of the road. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't amazing either. I didn't DNF it so it earned at least 2 stars there. I finished it in one sitting, but I have a feeling if I had set it down, I wouldn't have picked it up again.
There were some interesting things about this book, such as the fae being dark and tricky. It set a dark tone to the book. I also found the "Beauty and the Beast" aspect slightly interesting even though it was almost painfully predictable. I don't know if it's being marketed as a retelling, but I didn't pick it up for that.
So the things that were not too great: The pacing was too fast. There was no time to connect with or get to know the characters. That also means the character development was practically non-existent in my opinion. There was no romantic or sexual tension built, so when the inevitable happened, it didn't feel like a satisfying moment because everything was rushed. The plot itself was fine. There wasn't anything original about it, however, I was mildly surprised bythe betrayal of King Drayce .
I do think this author has potential. I noticed she has several other books out, however, they were all published in 2020. It seems like she's pushing out books pretty fast and maybe they could use a little more time...? Regardless, I won't be continuing with this series.
CAWPILE Score: 4.14 = 2.75 stars
Characters: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Writing: 3
Plot: 5
Intrigue: 4
Logic: 3
Enjoyment: 5
This book is the case of being plopped right in the middle of the road. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't amazing either. I didn't DNF it so it earned at least 2 stars there. I finished it in one sitting, but I have a feeling if I had set it down, I wouldn't have picked it up again.
There were some interesting things about this book, such as the fae being dark and tricky. It set a dark tone to the book. I also found the "Beauty and the Beast" aspect slightly interesting even though it was almost painfully predictable. I don't know if it's being marketed as a retelling, but I didn't pick it up for that.
So the things that were not too great: The pacing was too fast. There was no time to connect with or get to know the characters. That also means the character development was practically non-existent in my opinion. There was no romantic or sexual tension built, so when the inevitable happened, it didn't feel like a satisfying moment because everything was rushed. The plot itself was fine. There wasn't anything original about it, however, I was mildly surprised by
I do think this author has potential. I noticed she has several other books out, however, they were all published in 2020. It seems like she's pushing out books pretty fast and maybe they could use a little more time...? Regardless, I won't be continuing with this series.
CAWPILE Score: 4.14 = 2.75 stars
Characters: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Writing: 3
Plot: 5
Intrigue: 4
Logic: 3
Enjoyment: 5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Violence
Minor: Sexual assault
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