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bellebookcorner's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
- 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
“I wasn’t born a monster. But, if I live long enough, maybe I will become one.”
Are dark academia stories with murder mystery happening in a vampire academy something that interest you? then you’ll have to check this one out!
I like the concept of the world building – a vampire academy with different houses that specialize in different skills which kinda reminds me of those Harry Potter houses.
The difference is in here they have to learn the skills to be a vampire first before being accepted later into the house they wanted.
Not only an immersing world building, the plot is also added with a murder mystery happening in the academy which is a nice touch to the story. It keep me interested in figuring out the truth until the end.
The characters are diverse and likeable. The author did a good job writing about the queer rep in this vampire society.
I also enjoy seeing Fin’s character develop throughout the story as she learns and accept her new reality with the vampires.
I like a few twists in this story that manage to surprise me and the ending is wrapped up pretty nicely too albeit a bit too rushed.
I would’ve like it more if this book becomes a series because there's so much more to explore.
Overall, it’s a pretty good vampire story. It’s unique, quite enjoyable and entertaining as well.
I’m looking forward to read more books from this author in the future and hoping this one might get a sequel!
Thank you to TBR and Beyond Tour, Netgalley, author and publisher for giving me an e-ARC of the book and for having me on this book tour. I’m leaving this review voluntarily!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Abandonment, and Death
Moderate: Murder and Toxic friendship
mythian's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- 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
I loved Fin and the relationships she forged with the other vampire characters. She initially despises them and wants to murder any vampire she sees (pretty typical setup), but then…maybe actually starts to like some of them? Kashire and Gavron especially were two standout characters I loved.
The lore around the houses is also interesting and fun. Each house is connected to specific powers a vampire ought to know, and if you fail class you not only don’t become a vampire, you’re enthralled to the vampires. Major yikes and a significant source of tension.
The ending felt a little rushed to me, I wish the main antagonist was built up more throughout the story. If this were a series we would probably have more time for that, but as it is, it’s still a fun read.
The lore around the houses is also interesting and fun. Each house is connected to specific powers a vampire ought to know, and if you fail class you not only don’t become a vampire, you’re enthralled to the vampires. Major yikes and a significant source of tension.
The ending felt a little rushed to me, I wish the main antagonist was built up more throughout the story. If this were a series we would probably have more time for that, but as it is, it’s still a fun read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Blood, and Torture
Moderate: Toxic friendship, Self harm, and Murder
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