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teriwill27's review against another edition
I had no connection with the characters or the plot.
lothtor's review against another edition
It was boring. I got almost three hours in and nothing made sense. Why is she obsessed with this talon guy. And the random sexual stuff - just not for me
cwhiteman's review against another edition
3.0
But actually 2.5 stars
60% of the book I was so confused on what was happening and how we even arrived at this point. It felt all over the place and IMO tried to incorporate too many elements. I also was so unconvinced by the love interest as well for most of the story.
60% of the book I was so confused on what was happening and how we even arrived at this point. It felt all over the place and IMO tried to incorporate too many elements. I also was so unconvinced by the love interest as well for most of the story.
ame_why's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
starlightpolaris's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
lochnessrachel's review
Too many references already about how pale skin is enviable
spacehawk's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
2.75
jinxei's review against another edition
4.0
Claire Legrand's 'A Crown of Ivy and Glass' is a foray into a world where magic, nobility, and ancient feuds intertwine, creating a tapestry of intrigue and fantasy. The story centers around Lady Gemma Ashbourne, who stands out in her powerful family as the only member without magical abilities. Her journey, marked by loneliness and a yearning for belonging, is beautifully rendered in a setting replete with mythical creatures and dark magic.
Legrand's world-building is rich and imaginative, drawing the reader into a universe akin to a magical version of 'Bridgerton,’ a description that immediately got my attention. The narrative blends the complexities of family dynamics, power struggles, and an ancient blood feud that threatens to engulf everything.
However, the book's pacing and structure present challenges. While the world Legrand crafts is undoubtedly fascinating, the story often feels weighed down by its own complexity. There's a sense of 'info dumping' at times, with so much happening that it becomes difficult to follow the plot's intricacies. This aspect left the story feeling bogged down.
The romance between Gemma and Talan d’Astier, though charged with chemistry, seems to rush ahead. Despite this, their relationship adds a vital dimension of warmth and passion to the narrative.
Despite its pacing and complexity, it rewards with a rich, imaginative world that has me hooked and eager to return for book two.
Thank you to Claire Legrand for the ARC!
Legrand's world-building is rich and imaginative, drawing the reader into a universe akin to a magical version of 'Bridgerton,’ a description that immediately got my attention. The narrative blends the complexities of family dynamics, power struggles, and an ancient blood feud that threatens to engulf everything.
However, the book's pacing and structure present challenges. While the world Legrand crafts is undoubtedly fascinating, the story often feels weighed down by its own complexity. There's a sense of 'info dumping' at times, with so much happening that it becomes difficult to follow the plot's intricacies. This aspect left the story feeling bogged down.
The romance between Gemma and Talan d’Astier, though charged with chemistry, seems to rush ahead. Despite this, their relationship adds a vital dimension of warmth and passion to the narrative.
Despite its pacing and complexity, it rewards with a rich, imaginative world that has me hooked and eager to return for book two.
Thank you to Claire Legrand for the ARC!
rachelreis's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- 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
4.0
as_ajazi's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
2.0