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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
funny
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I don’t know how to feel about this book. I couldn’t wait for it to be over. It was tediously slow and so repetitive. How many times must the FMC comment how beautiful the MMC is or comment on her guilt? It felt immature and childish. I forced myself to finish it.
adventurous
emotional
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is the first book in the captivating Four Horsemen series, and it completely exceeded my expectations. This gripping tale earned a solid five-star rating from me. The unique premise and immersive storytelling had me hooked from the start. The character development was exceptional, with Pestilence evolving from a fearsome figure to a surprisingly endearing character. The chemistry between the characters and the touch of romance was beautifully portrayed. The exploration of immortality and morality added depth to the narrative. I highly recommend this to fans of fantasy romance. Can't wait to continue with the series!
This story has taken me from gut-clenching horror to gut-twisting sorrow.
It's only due to the heroine's strong character, dry-wit and self-effacing humor that the plot is kept from becoming truly devastating.
It is the end of the world. The fabled four horsemen have come to earth. The aftermath is apocalyptic. Humanity has been thrown back to a time before modern conveniences made life simple. Yet, the survivors make do with what's left of civilization. The unmatched adaptability of humankind is at its brilliant best for the next five years.
Until Pestilence wakes to ride throughout the world spreading his plague and wiping out what's left of humanity.
Our heroine, Sara, draws the short straw. Literally. As her town evacuates she is left behind tasked with ambushing and killing the coming horseman.
She does her job and she does it well. (I'm still cringing) Too bad the horseman can't die. He is immortal, which she shockingly finds out when he comes after her. What follows is an exploration of humanity's biggest flaws and greatest strengths. The truth of it wrapped in a simple blanket of discovery, in the midst of all the horror, is breathtaking.
I was literally enthralled by this story. I couldn’t tear myself away even when I wasn't sure I liked what I was reading. Parts of it so gruesome that I cringed away. Other parts so heartfelt emotional that I had goosebumps on my skin.
I found it original, captivating and very well written.
It's only due to the heroine's strong character, dry-wit and self-effacing humor that the plot is kept from becoming truly devastating.
It is the end of the world. The fabled four horsemen have come to earth. The aftermath is apocalyptic. Humanity has been thrown back to a time before modern conveniences made life simple. Yet, the survivors make do with what's left of civilization. The unmatched adaptability of humankind is at its brilliant best for the next five years.
Until Pestilence wakes to ride throughout the world spreading his plague and wiping out what's left of humanity.
Our heroine, Sara, draws the short straw. Literally. As her town evacuates she is left behind tasked with ambushing and killing the coming horseman.
She does her job and she does it well. (I'm still cringing) Too bad the horseman can't die. He is immortal, which she shockingly finds out when he comes after her. What follows is an exploration of humanity's biggest flaws and greatest strengths. The truth of it wrapped in a simple blanket of discovery, in the midst of all the horror, is breathtaking.
I was literally enthralled by this story. I couldn’t tear myself away even when I wasn't sure I liked what I was reading. Parts of it so gruesome that I cringed away. Other parts so heartfelt emotional that I had goosebumps on my skin.
I found it original, captivating and very well written.
i think this author has so much potential in the future of this series but this is def not the strongest writing, but it was easy to follow along and read and i am looking forward to reading the rest of the series
I’ve never read a biblical romance, I mean it was different, so very different. Definitely a dark romance, given that pestilence means plague. I really couldn’t put it down, I finished it in like 4 hours, so you know if a books that good at bedtime it’s getting 5 stars. It was pretty steamy
Dark romance has ruined me. The second he stopped being mean & started loving her I got bored. Too fluffy lmao
This was probably a 2.5/5 that I rounded up to 3/5.
I had high expectations going into this and I think that led to my disappointment. I really disliked the Pestilence character from the first interaction and it took me almost 2/3-3/4 of the book to feel anything other than irritation and dislike for the character. And even then I was more confused about how I was supposed to view this character. I felt very mixed signals and unclear messages regarding his character, motives, and values. Sometimes, even in the same chapter, the message was "hold him accountable" but then several paragraphs later "he's a victim".
I liked Sara, mostly, she was funny and kept things light. Her internal dialogue was very witty. But I was unable to believe that she fell for Pestilence. I don't believe in the traitorous body trope; we are all in control of our bodies and actions. Your hormones do not overrule your conscious brain unless you want them to. So, when Sara blames her traitorous body for why she seems to be falling for Pestilence after he ties her up, forces her to run for hours behind his horse, shoots her in the back with arrows, then drags her injured body for miles, I'm not buying it. Also, throughout the book Pestilence invades other people's homes so Sara can have food and place to sleep. Everyone in the house is immediately infected and die horrible deaths within days. I lost track of how many scenes exist with Sara and Pestilence having a moment while children are gruesomely dying in the other room. Like seriously!?!? How are you even anywhere in the mood much less for the being that is actively and willingly causing that much suffering. It also got a bit repetitive.
I have no idea what the message or point I was suppose to take away from this book was. I get the feeling a point was being made but it was very unclear on what that was. There were so many different moral stances scattered throughout the book that I was unable to find any common theme or direct message. I've been told the next one is better so I will be continuing with the series but with different expectations.
I had high expectations going into this and I think that led to my disappointment. I really disliked the Pestilence character from the first interaction and it took me almost 2/3-3/4 of the book to feel anything other than irritation and dislike for the character. And even then I was more confused about how I was supposed to view this character. I felt very mixed signals and unclear messages regarding his character, motives, and values. Sometimes, even in the same chapter, the message was "hold him accountable" but then several paragraphs later "he's a victim".
I liked Sara, mostly, she was funny and kept things light. Her internal dialogue was very witty. But I was unable to believe that she fell for Pestilence. I don't believe in the traitorous body trope; we are all in control of our bodies and actions. Your hormones do not overrule your conscious brain unless you want them to. So, when Sara blames her traitorous body for why she seems to be falling for Pestilence after he ties her up, forces her to run for hours behind his horse, shoots her in the back with arrows, then drags her injured body for miles, I'm not buying it. Also, throughout the book Pestilence invades other people's homes so Sara can have food and place to sleep. Everyone in the house is immediately infected and die horrible deaths within days. I lost track of how many scenes exist with Sara and Pestilence having a moment while children are gruesomely dying in the other room. Like seriously!?!? How are you even anywhere in the mood much less for the being that is actively and willingly causing that much suffering. It also got a bit repetitive.
I have no idea what the message or point I was suppose to take away from this book was. I get the feeling a point was being made but it was very unclear on what that was. There were so many different moral stances scattered throughout the book that I was unable to find any common theme or direct message. I've been told the next one is better so I will be continuing with the series but with different expectations.
Why did I wait to read this??
“Show him what we shine with. Show him humanity is worthy of redemption.”
I loved the philosophic challenge of this story. Initially, Pestilence wants to make Sara suffer (physically, mentally, emotionally) because he believes humanity is beyond redemption. He whole-heartedly believes he was created for a single purpose and that there is nothing within humanity worth saving. But by divine intervention, he shows Sara mercy.
Sara’s humanity is what shines through to Pestilence. Though she suffers, at least initially, she consistently shows Pestilence that goodness and love still exist in the world and are worth fighting for; and how they should be fought for (and she’s freaking hilarious while she does it
“Show him what we shine with. Show him humanity is worthy of redemption.”
I loved the philosophic challenge of this story. Initially, Pestilence wants to make Sara suffer (physically, mentally, emotionally) because he believes humanity is beyond redemption. He whole-heartedly believes he was created for a single purpose and that there is nothing within humanity worth saving. But by divine intervention, he shows Sara mercy.
Sara’s humanity is what shines through to Pestilence. Though she suffers, at least initially, she consistently shows Pestilence that goodness and love still exist in the world and are worth fighting for; and how they should be fought for (and she’s freaking hilarious while she does it
I loved this series! Sure the story line of each book was similar but I just read them spread out a bit.