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hellxriver's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Sexism and Physical abuse
bunnerz's review
3.0
It was an entertaining read and full of action, but I don't think the character relationships were developed that deeply in this book, even if it was a slow-burn. I liked that the FMC Shira managed to keep her sassy independence after 8+ years of being both a slave and a prisoner and the concept of finding her fated mates yet struggling to try and stay independent to achieve her own goals amidst their stereotyped expectations and protectiveness. I usually hate the insta-love trope with fated mates, and I was glad to see some rebellion from Shira.
Most of my issues were with the plot, especially with the abrupt somewhat easy achievement of her revenge, but I look forward to the next book and seeing how the harem relationships develop.
This also appears to be a spin-off series from the author's first series, Empath Found - we see mentions of Fi and her harem that I thought had not been explained too well, but it made sense that there was an accompanying series to go more into depth. I was not aware as this is my first book by the author.
Most of my issues were with the plot, especially with the abrupt somewhat easy achievement of her revenge, but I look forward to the next book and seeing how the harem relationships develop.
This also appears to be a spin-off series from the author's first series, Empath Found - we see mentions of Fi and her harem that I thought had not been explained too well, but it made sense that there was an accompanying series to go more into depth. I was not aware as this is my first book by the author.
bloom37's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- 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
3.5
book_lover_97's review
5.0
4.5 stars
This is a unique romance with shifters and fae. It has a compelling storyline. I love how strong Shira is even if herself or anyone around her doesn't realizes it. It has fantastic characterization, and world building. I am very excited for the second book especially with that ending!
This is a unique romance with shifters and fae. It has a compelling storyline. I love how strong Shira is even if herself or anyone around her doesn't realizes it. It has fantastic characterization, and world building. I am very excited for the second book especially with that ending!
kam_be's review
adventurous
hopeful
fast-paced
- 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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery, Trafficking, Physical abuse, Child death, Confinement, Death of parent, Child abuse, Grief, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Body horror, and Death
ashatroyal's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Decent read. I had several questions that eventually got answered.
The men were infuriating and I liked that the FMC admitted she was naive in some aspects.
Felt too much like a spin off rather than it’s own stand alone. The blurb also doesn’t recommend that you read a previous series, which actually feels necessary.
serialromancelibrarian's review
4.0
I’m not normally a fan of RH, but this book has dragons and I love me some dragons. I loved the resilient h and her resolve not to be a prisoner to her harem. I loved the supporting characters and the world building. This one ends on a cliffhanger, but luckily the sequel is readily-available.
slaybae123's review
5.0
I am OBSESSED with Colette Rhode's books. She is so amazing at writing character development, well-formed romances, and interesting plots. I loved the whole concept of this book. You could tell the guys technically had Shira's best interests at heart, but were fumbling the bag majorly .
Shira was such a bad*ss. She definitely had an extremely hard life but was still pushing forward (towards her goal of revenge). She bided her time and went about it smartly which I really liked.
I recommend this duet 1000%
Shira was such a bad*ss. She definitely had an extremely hard life but was still pushing forward (towards her goal of revenge). She bided her time and went about it smartly which I really liked.
I recommend this duet 1000%
a_seductive_cactus's review
2.0
At 30% and this is slow moving. Author is relying on stereotypes for each MMC rather than actually giving them personality. I also don’t get the FMC’s motivation. She seems pretty chill for having been held captive for years and not explaining that her family is dead is a super weird thing to do. It’s clearly setting up for some kind of reveal/miscommunication but I’m not sure I can power through to finish it.
Finished it. Ehh. It ends on a cliff hanger but I’m not sure I care to continue.
Finished it. Ehh. It ends on a cliff hanger but I’m not sure I care to continue.