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teaand_tomes's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A compelling blend of fairytale and Greek mythology, drawing inspiration from "The Beauty and the Beast" and the myth of Hades and Persephone. The lead character, Wren, is a relatable figure struggling with alcoholism and loneliness, while the antagonist, Boreas, is a redeemable villain with depth. The selfless sacrifices made by both characters add a powerful layer to the narrative. The book is a masterful mix of romance, adventure, and heartache, leaving a lasting impression on the reader.
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcoholism and Violence
Minor: Grief, Child death, Suicidal thoughts, Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Vomit, Domestic abuse, Death, Death of parent, and Rape
madelinereadsbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
Graphic: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, Addiction, Alcoholism, and Kidnapping
queencleo's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Based on Eros and Psyche, mixed with Hades and Persephone, this is a Beauty and the Beast (Disney version) love story of the North Wind and poor little Wren.
Perfect for the Young Adult audience, this has a middle school reading level but very adult themes.
Sexy as hell, gory, tense and sweet - I didn't know what to expect from the opening chapter but I was quickly hooked. I can't wait for the rest of the series and would love to explore more of the immortals and how they've survived outliving everyone they've ever known and loved, over and over.
Areas for improvement - tightening up the editing for the opener, otherwise a solid 5 star read, I loved.it.
Graphic: Gore, Alcoholism, Child death, Confinement, Death, Sexual content, Alcohol, Kidnapping, Grief, Violence, and Addiction
Minor: Physical abuse, Death of parent, and Murder
rowanhill's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
- Explores themes of addiction, sacrifice, and trauma informed relationship building
- Slow burn, enemies-to-lovers (captor/captured) romance
- Blended retelling of Beauty and the Beast and Hades and Pespehone with other influences mixed in
Graphic: Alcoholism and Sexual content
saliwali's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Alcoholism, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, Blood, Slavery, Sexual content, Cursing, Murder, Gore, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Violence, Kidnapping, Pregnancy, Rape, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Child death, Death of parent, and Domestic abuse
cozyduck's review against another edition
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Alcoholism and Sexual content
Moderate: Violence and Death
paperdreams's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Addiction, Sexual content, and Alcoholism
lauralouise93's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: War, Death of parent, Sexual content, Alcoholism, Death, and Child death
natticalore's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Wren is a mood. She is probably me in a YA book. I mean, sarcastic, reads smut, always messing with Boreas... If she didn't have to be constantly surviving, she would be me.
Now, Boreas development was the greatest I've ever seen. Firstly he is cold and doesn't know how to express himself, but because he had closed himself up for centuries, so it is understandable that he doesn't know how to treat with people. And after he realises he can trust Wren, he always tries to comfort her when needed, he tries to understand her, he makes her under what she is feeling. And not only that, but also spends quality time with her. THAT, my folks, is how a relationship must be.
Then, the plot reminds me a lot to ACOTAR, so it is not that innovative and that. But these guys makes it kind of special.
Merry Christmas y'all
Graphic: Sexual content
abbs15norm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: War, Alcoholism, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Kidnapping
Minor: Murder, Suicidal thoughts, Animal death, and Child death