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leahlovesloslibros's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Graphic: Blood, Gore, and Death
Minor: Cursing and Death of parent
Additional TW/CW: poverty, natural disaster (earthquake), death during childbirthbooknerderika's review against another edition
4.0
The story started with a pretty steady plot and then it was one thing after another after another just all over the place. I kind of enjoyed it though, it kept my ADHD brain engaged. Especially as I tried to remember if things had been said before or if the characters were having a conversation about something new even though it was familiar to them. Basically as if I had missed out on some previous conversations, which from the pacing of this happened more often than I liked.
Aside from that, I enjoyed the characters and the growing romance. I went into this expecting a fun fantasy and I'm not going to be too nitpicky about it.
I will say I feel like the 2nd book will be better than the first, at least that's the impression I got from the ending. I'm crossing my fingers that that's the case because I like this story.
That ending left me shocked although it really shouldn't have. I think I just didn't want to believe that after everything the characters had been through. I was mad but also a little relieved that I could finally root for the other (no spoilers) without feeling bad for the first.
Graphic: Vomit, Blood, Addiction, Kidnapping, Violence, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Murder, Confinement, Injury/Injury detail, Death of parent, Death, Cursing, and Gore
rebeccajost's review against another edition
3.0
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Kidnapping, War, Violence, Classism, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Trafficking, Sexual violence, and Pregnancy
arrielledesire's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Minor: Classism, Death of parent, and Hate crime
jaz_gets_literary's review against another edition
- 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? No
5.0
I thoroughly enjoyed Lore of the Wilds. There were so many twists and turns and the ENDING!!!! I did not see that coming at the end. I was flabbergasted. This was an amazing novel from a debut author and I cannot wait for the next book in this series. I need the next book now
Graphic: Violence, Death, Classism, Confinement, and Death of parent
jei_reads_sometimes's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, Classism, Toxic relationship, Confinement, Kidnapping, and Violence
Moderate: Death of parent, Police brutality, Rape, Sexual violence, and Gaslighting
blakeandbooks's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
What a romantasy debut from Sbrana! This was such a fun read. I loved the enchanted library and that she got to be engrossed with so many books… um, hello, this is my dream!! Lore slowly finds herself having feelings for 2 fae males, and a love triangle of sorts begins to form. I typically don’t enjoy love triangles, because they stress me out too much, but this one was written so well that I didn’t mind it at all!
There is a plot twist at the end that I was proud of myself for guessing part of it 🤣🤘🏼 but the other part I did not expect!! It ends on such a great cliffhanger. I am looking forward to seeing what happens in the next book in the series!
The found family aspect in this book is truly a slow burn. However, the connections and friendships that Lore makes, both old and new, create a bond that is loyal and fierce for one another! I am interested to see what happens to the crew with all of the new information we’ve been given 👀
This book comes out 2/27/24, so preorder now and add to your TBR!
Graphic: Blood, Sexual content, Kidnapping, and Death
Moderate: Confinement, Pregnancy, and Violence
Minor: Death of parent, Alcohol, and Rape
camiclarkbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I received a digital ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Minor: Sexual content, Trafficking, Slavery, Cursing, Death, Death of parent, Toxic relationship, and Sexual assault
stephalee4's review against another edition
4.0
There were moments in the first half of the book when I thought the story dragged a bit, (there wasn't a lot of dialogue and lengthy descriptions of some of the books in the library) but overall that didn't detract from the story or my investment in Lore's purpose. For some reason I didn't realize this was NA vs YA so anyone expecting YA level cleanliness should keep that in mind, but thankfully the plot was so fleshed out it was the main focus and driving factor in the story.
I feel like this was an amazing debut and am definitely interested to see what happens in the next book! Fans of Isabel Ibanez and Adrienne Young should check this one out!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for my e-ARC! All opinions are my own.
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Blood, Death of parent, and Cursing
noellelovesbooks's review against another edition
3.75
Mention of: kidnapping, slavery, death of loved ones, and rape.
***I received and e-ARC, ahead of release, through Netgalley***
From reading the summary of this book I knew I wanted...no needed to dive into the world and see what it was all about.
From the start it was easy to love and cheer for Lore.
I do feel the pacing was a bit off in this book...the first 3/4 feels like a lot of day to day things as we get to know Lore and the other cast of characters and then the last 1/4 of the book is like we're racing down the autobahn. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE everything about this story I just think maybe the last 1/4 should have been stretched out a bit more. This easily could have been a 500 page book and I would have devoured it and loved it just as much.
I do wish I had known in advance that it would be part of a series...the way it's advertised and labeled online was giving "standalone" vibes...so the entire time I was reading I was wondering how the heck they were going to wrap up the story...on to have it end on a ..." to be continued..." I'm guessing...it'll be a duology...though it's a bit to early to tell.
When this book releases next month I plan on purchasing it so I can reread it, possibly a few times, before book 2 inevitably releases.
If you're looking for a book that gives fall magical vibes with a strong leading lady who's fierce determination to bring peace and happiness to her people had me ready to go to battle...you won't want to pass on this book. 💜
Only read the below paragraph if you've read this book already! Major spoiler warnings below.
Graphic: Death, Kidnapping, Addiction, Classism, Racism, Violence, and Murder
Minor: Rape, Slavery, and Death of parent