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To Snap a Silver Stem - 4.5/5⭐️
“I’d strike the fucking world down for you.”
I’ll be keeping this short and spoiler-free. I don’t know if I just read one of the greatest books ever or one of the most heartbreaking - or maybe it’s both?! Regardless, I love Orlaith and I’m so fucking proud of her. If you’re also a dark and twisty girlie who thrives on a story with maximum emotional damage so you can ✨feel something✨ then this series is for you, honey!
“I’d strike the fucking world down for you.”
I’ll be keeping this short and spoiler-free. I don’t know if I just read one of the greatest books ever or one of the most heartbreaking - or maybe it’s both?! Regardless, I love Orlaith and I’m so fucking proud of her. If you’re also a dark and twisty girlie who thrives on a story with maximum emotional damage so you can ✨feel something✨ then this series is for you, honey!
Once again, I am reminded why I love this author so much. Sarah A. Parker’s prose is unmatched in this genre. That said, overall this series continues to be one I don't quite know how to feel about — I had a difficult time sorting through my feelings about TBACB and was hoping the second book of this series would provide some emotional clarity... and yet here we are!
What I do know...
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁The storytelling is excellent. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
This book picks up from the last and continues the very somber and heavy story of the characters. This is a dark fantasy, so make sure to read the trigger warnings. Like her other books, the story moves at a slower more complex pace overall. Rather than being packed with action and adventure, Sarah keeps you engaged through deep world building, character development, lyricism, and the mystery she layers into her stories. I enjoyed the addition of multiple POVs as it added another layer of interest for me.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁You will feel conflicted... ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
This book deals with some dark topics, and some of them are pretty uncomfortable. Most of all, I am having a hard time getting over the Rhordyn's guardian-turned-something-more dynamic with Orlaith. There's a lot more going on here that we as readers don't understand yet, so I’m trying to reserve judgment until I see the full picture... but it's weird. I do appreciate how this series makes you examine and question how you feel about a variety of topics.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . The audiobook is well-done but tricky to follow . ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
I read the first book and listened to this one, and I think there are pros and cons. The narrators did a great job and this was a memorable way to experience this story. But with so much complexity, reading this way does require your full attention. I know this isn't new information, and if you're an avid audiobook reader, this probably isn't an issue for you, but even zoning out for a few seconds would often leave me confused. I kept having to go back and re-listen wondering if I missed something or it was just another one of Sarah's moments where the point is to be confused.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . The next book better have some answers! . ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
I'm looking forward to continuing this series. It really has a strange grip on me that I can't explain. BUT if I get the end of the next book and we still don't know with absolutely certainty what Milaje means, I will be throwing that book across the room.
What I do know...
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁The storytelling is excellent. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
This book picks up from the last and continues the very somber and heavy story of the characters. This is a dark fantasy, so make sure to read the trigger warnings. Like her other books, the story moves at a slower more complex pace overall. Rather than being packed with action and adventure, Sarah keeps you engaged through deep world building, character development, lyricism, and the mystery she layers into her stories. I enjoyed the addition of multiple POVs as it added another layer of interest for me.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁You will feel conflicted... ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
This book deals with some dark topics, and some of them are pretty uncomfortable. Most of all, I am having a hard time getting over the Rhordyn's guardian-turned-something-more dynamic with Orlaith. There's a lot more going on here that we as readers don't understand yet, so I’m trying to reserve judgment until I see the full picture... but it's weird. I do appreciate how this series makes you examine and question how you feel about a variety of topics.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . The audiobook is well-done but tricky to follow . ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
I read the first book and listened to this one, and I think there are pros and cons. The narrators did a great job and this was a memorable way to experience this story. But with so much complexity, reading this way does require your full attention. I know this isn't new information, and if you're an avid audiobook reader, this probably isn't an issue for you, but even zoning out for a few seconds would often leave me confused. I kept having to go back and re-listen wondering if I missed something or it was just another one of Sarah's moments where the point is to be confused.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . The next book better have some answers! . ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁
I'm looking forward to continuing this series. It really has a strange grip on me that I can't explain. BUT if I get the end of the next book and we still don't know with absolutely certainty what Milaje means, I will be throwing that book across the room.
I don’t know, I didn’t hate it but I didn’t love it. I find myself not rooting for anyone except Kai and the beginning I was rooting for Cainon. I thought we were on our way to a Tamlin situation and was excited about it. Alas, I was wrong. I’m going to finish it bc I simply need some of these questions answered. Hoping for some good character development and resolutions in book 3
4.5/5
THIS is what I expect from Parker. THIS is the world building I fell in love with her for. THIS is the bread crumb dropping that drives me absolutely in-goddamn-sane but holy heck if it doesn't keep me coming back.
I still have issues with some of the characters. I do love that Orlaith takes her healing into her own hands, and I understand she's beyond severely sheltered, but some of her choices leave a lot to be desired and I find her incredibly annoying at times. I understand that is the point but I digress. Rhordyn was, as before, an edgy edge lord who doesn't even explain his own thoughts to himself but there is a reason for that (which I'm sure you may have picked up the thread of in book one). I completely ate up getting a look into Baze's POV, though it definitely leaves you wanting. Wanting a lot more because holy jeez.
The writing in this was much more up to par with Parker's current work and I enjoyed it much more this time. She has a serious talent for dramatizing even the smallest details, dropping hints that build to bigger and more in-depth things. Laith is fantastic unreliable narrator as we follow her through the majority of the book, and even if she's ridiculously sheltered and naive she picks up so many details that really make this world. The side characters in this really, really grew on me, Gun in particular. In a world that is out to use and abuse Laith, I'm so happy there are people who are willing to help her no matter what even if it's only for a little bit.
I did find there were some location description struggles but less so than before. The allergy of descriptions is for sure fading through this one...
Anyway I'm picking up book three right away and I'm sure I'll be left with a nasty hang over once I finish it.
THIS is what I expect from Parker. THIS is the world building I fell in love with her for. THIS is the bread crumb dropping that drives me absolutely in-goddamn-sane but holy heck if it doesn't keep me coming back.
I still have issues with some of the characters. I do love that Orlaith takes her healing into her own hands, and I understand she's beyond severely sheltered, but some of her choices leave a lot to be desired and I find her incredibly annoying at times. I understand that is the point but I digress. Rhordyn was, as before, an edgy edge lord who doesn't even explain his own thoughts to himself but there is a reason for that (which I'm sure you may have picked up the thread of in book one). I completely ate up getting a look into Baze's POV, though it definitely leaves you wanting. Wanting a lot more because holy jeez.
The writing in this was much more up to par with Parker's current work and I enjoyed it much more this time. She has a serious talent for dramatizing even the smallest details, dropping hints that build to bigger and more in-depth things. Laith is fantastic unreliable narrator as we follow her through the majority of the book, and even if she's ridiculously sheltered and naive she picks up so many details that really make this world. The side characters in this really, really grew on me, Gun in particular. In a world that is out to use and abuse Laith, I'm so happy there are people who are willing to help her no matter what even if it's only for a little bit.
I did find there were some location description struggles but less so than before. The allergy of descriptions is for sure fading through this one...
Anyway I'm picking up book three right away and I'm sure I'll be left with a nasty hang over once I finish it.
What did I just read???? I have zero clue where the series will go from this. I am REALLY hoping it isn’t what it appeared to be on the last pages. Not sure what to make of things. I understand Orlaith’s self hatred and not allowing herself to feel emotions. She’s reckless in her need to hurt in this book. From other reviews, it seems that annoyed people. I know that dark place and it didn’t annoy me - just made me hurt so much for her. Hoping the next book won’t break my heart as much. And will give us many more answers to our questions.
I finally found a book with enough angst to satisfy me. Once again, I inhaled this book - very easy to read and not that long for a romantasy. Compared to the first book, the plot has finally picked up - things are finally happening. I will say though, just like the previous book, everything picks up in the last quarter and it had me holding my breath.
However, I do think that Orlaith is just arguing most of the time - with Cainon, Rhordyn, herself, and so on. But it does add to the angst so I can’t say that it’s too much of a bad thing. The extra angst add .5pts to the rating.
However, I do think that Orlaith is just arguing most of the time - with Cainon, Rhordyn, herself, and so on. But it does add to the angst so I can’t say that it’s too much of a bad thing. The extra angst add .5pts to the rating.
There's so much potential and I keep reading, waiting for the epic plot to unfold. Waiting.
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
WTF
Still super confused, but I read it in a day so am I really that mad?
Still super confused, but I read it in a day so am I really that mad?
Wtf was that ending! She doesn’t even let him talk, and then stabby stab.
This was excellent!
I was a bit confused with what was going on at times, but this book was very, very good regardless. Orlaith has come a long way since we first met her, and she still has so far to go.
I look forward to seeing what happens next, especially in the wake of the ending, which I am still trying to process (in a good way!)
I was a bit confused with what was going on at times, but this book was very, very good regardless. Orlaith has come a long way since we first met her, and she still has so far to go.
I look forward to seeing what happens next, especially in the wake of the ending, which I am still trying to process (in a good way!)