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emilliesbookclub_94's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 for me,
Thank God for the last 50 pages because this was very difficult for me.
I just didn't enjoy it, everything seemed like a struggle from the world building the chemistry of our characters. Some of the language used at the beginning made me think that I would enjoy this but it was met with something so different from what normal conversations go like and this is a theme that runs throughout the whole book.
I didn't find anything to relate to our FMC and found her really erratic and so hot and cold without consistency. If it wasn't for Violet I'm not sure I would have finished this.
The magic system although, was there seemed almost non existent with some.breif descriptions and expectations. It's a very different side of fae with all of the characteristics thrown in.
Saying that with so much change from page to page it was a very fast read and has left some niggling questions and to what's next so I will be reading book 2 which I hope is inspired from the ending of this book.
Thank God for the last 50 pages because this was very difficult for me.
I just didn't enjoy it, everything seemed like a struggle from the world building the chemistry of our characters. Some of the language used at the beginning made me think that I would enjoy this but it was met with something so different from what normal conversations go like and this is a theme that runs throughout the whole book.
I didn't find anything to relate to our FMC and found her really erratic and so hot and cold without consistency. If it wasn't for Violet I'm not sure I would have finished this.
The magic system although, was there seemed almost non existent with some.breif descriptions and expectations. It's a very different side of fae with all of the characteristics thrown in.
Saying that with so much change from page to page it was a very fast read and has left some niggling questions and to what's next so I will be reading book 2 which I hope is inspired from the ending of this book.
wendyb80's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
indieandajean's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
4.5
The Prince of Prohibition is the best mix of the historical fiction, fantasy, and romance genres.
The unique spin on faerie lore is enjoyable, even if you are familiar with fae and their many forms, there is enough adaptation to the lore that it doesn't make things too predictable.
I loved the setting, the characters were like-able and varied, and the story's structure was the perfect blend of fast paced and slow moments.
I will say that the ending felt a bit too quick, due to the cliffhanger, but book 2 is out and I am looking forward to seeing the resolution to Adeline and Jack's story.
I would recommend this book to fans of faerie or monster romances, as well as fans of roaring 20's romances or historical fantasy. All will find plenty of appeal in this phenomenal series starter!
The unique spin on faerie lore is enjoyable, even if you are familiar with fae and their many forms, there is enough adaptation to the lore that it doesn't make things too predictable.
I loved the setting, the characters were like-able and varied, and the story's structure was the perfect blend of fast paced and slow moments.
I will say that the ending felt a bit too quick, due to the cliffhanger, but book 2 is out and I am looking forward to seeing the resolution to Adeline and Jack's story.
I would recommend this book to fans of faerie or monster romances, as well as fans of roaring 20's romances or historical fantasy. All will find plenty of appeal in this phenomenal series starter!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Panic attacks/disorders, Alcohol, Blood, Grief, Murder, Stalking, Violence, Confinement, Self harm, Sexual content, Cursing, Death, War, Police brutality, Racism, Religious bigotry, Injury/Injury detail, and Kidnapping
Minor: Abandonment, Gun violence, Classism, Vomit, and Death of parent
shhh_thisisalibrary's review against another edition
5.0
The Prince of Prohibition by Marilyn Marks
This story was so unique and I loved the mixture of fae and the 1920’s flapper time period. I have yet to read anything like it and I love that about it!
This was so well written and kept my attention, there were so many twists and turns that it kept me wanting more!
I love a good strong, independent female lead. I feel like with Adeline’s past and things she’s gone through that’s what shaped her. I got a little Rapunzel vibes with this character.
Jacks part in this story was very interesting and I hope more about him comes later. But I need more info!
Marilyn does such an amazing job with world building and characters and their personality that it wasn’t confusing and it wasn’t too much information. I loved how she incorporated all the side characters and their uniqueness to the story.
Another thing we’ll done was the magic system I’ve not heard of the type mentioned in this story I’m not sure if it exist elsewhere but I love the uniqueness I haven’t read of it before!
This book had it all!
Fae mixed with 1920 era
Magic
Action and Adventure!
I can’t wait for book 2 because of the cliffhanger!
Ahhhh those get me
This story was so unique and I loved the mixture of fae and the 1920’s flapper time period. I have yet to read anything like it and I love that about it!
This was so well written and kept my attention, there were so many twists and turns that it kept me wanting more!
I love a good strong, independent female lead. I feel like with Adeline’s past and things she’s gone through that’s what shaped her. I got a little Rapunzel vibes with this character.
Jacks part in this story was very interesting and I hope more about him comes later. But I need more info!
Marilyn does such an amazing job with world building and characters and their personality that it wasn’t confusing and it wasn’t too much information. I loved how she incorporated all the side characters and their uniqueness to the story.
Another thing we’ll done was the magic system I’ve not heard of the type mentioned in this story I’m not sure if it exist elsewhere but I love the uniqueness I haven’t read of it before!
This book had it all!
Fae mixed with 1920 era
Magic
Action and Adventure!
I can’t wait for book 2 because of the cliffhanger!
Ahhhh those get me
modernmissgranger's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
LOVED! Full review to come
ms_books's review against another edition
5.0
Update Jan 23 2024. It’s even better on the second read. All the small details and hint I didn’t get the first just added so much enjoyment ❤️
Thank you to NetGalley for providing this audiobook ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Damn that ending! It was amazing, twisty and kept me on the edge of my seat!
The narrator was so perfect for the writing style, truly making it come alive, I believe she played a role in my enjoyment of the story. I highly recommend picking this up as an audiobook.
The FMC is a young, sheltered girl and she behave like one. It takes time for her to come to term with what’s going on. She struggle a lot; with herself, her past, present and futur. She isn’t one of those strong warrior FMC who can take on the world single-handedly, but she is in no way weak. I appreciated her for that, the author really took the time to build her up.
I wasn’t convinced by the MMC at first. I mean, he was quite shady, but he really grew on me. And damn that ending again! I don’t want to spoil anything, but it’s really worth waiting for.
This isn’t a five star read simply because somewhere in the middle too much and yet not enough was happening, which lost me a little bit. But it did not last long and gave space for this to really be a slow burn.
I cannot wait for the next book.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing this audiobook ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Damn that ending! It was amazing, twisty and kept me on the edge of my seat!
The narrator was so perfect for the writing style, truly making it come alive, I believe she played a role in my enjoyment of the story. I highly recommend picking this up as an audiobook.
The FMC is a young, sheltered girl and she behave like one. It takes time for her to come to term with what’s going on. She struggle a lot; with herself, her past, present and futur. She isn’t one of those strong warrior FMC who can take on the world single-handedly, but she is in no way weak. I appreciated her for that, the author really took the time to build her up.
I wasn’t convinced by the MMC at first. I mean, he was quite shady, but he really grew on me. And damn that ending again! I don’t want to spoil anything, but it’s really worth waiting for.
This isn’t a five star read simply because somewhere in the middle too much and yet not enough was happening, which lost me a little bit. But it did not last long and gave space for this to really be a slow burn.
I cannot wait for the next book.
jam_dragon's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
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
5.0
amandabrit's review against another edition
3.0
I don't understand the hype
This book was so weird, it was around 100 pages of me weirded out and confused. I was confused most of the time, then by the end of the book it made some sense. I am surprised I finished it, but it isn't something I'd recommend to anyone.
This book was so weird, it was around 100 pages of me weirded out and confused. I was confused most of the time, then by the end of the book it made some sense. I am surprised I finished it, but it isn't something I'd recommend to anyone.