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ddog8's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
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? No
5.0
Yay!!!
I've read all 5 books in this series and have yet to be disappointed. I was so worried because some series I get invested in, seem to get worse as it goes on. Whether it is for the pressure by publishing houses to release quickly or something else, I am not sure. It turns out I had nothing to worry about. This one was great.
Although I hate waiting, perhaps the amount of time between releases ensure the content is quality!
The characters were great and the story kept me interested all the way through.
I am soooooo excited for Jax and Thea's story!! Eek
Still one of my favourite authors!
Spice level 🌶 3.4/5
I've read all 5 books in this series and have yet to be disappointed. I was so worried because some series I get invested in, seem to get worse as it goes on. Whether it is for the pressure by publishing houses to release quickly or something else, I am not sure. It turns out I had nothing to worry about. This one was great.
Although I hate waiting, perhaps the amount of time between releases ensure the content is quality!
The characters were great and the story kept me interested all the way through.
Still one of my favourite authors!
Spice level 🌶 3.4/5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault and Rape
charmandareads's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
tense
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
5.0
I have had the pleasure of receiving and ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review. I made sure I read the entire series before I completed this and I can tell you, they get better and better with each installment and Stroke of Shadows really shows off that growth.
This book is so heavy. It tackles some serious topics and is incredibly tense. Aston White's Guardians world keeps developing and get more and more immersive and intense, and SoS is a great force. Every time I read one of these books, the FMC bleeds my heart and Harper is no exception. In fact, she probably gets to me the most and I love her dearly. Scythe is an amazing character who has many sides and none of them feel forced. Even the villains in this novel are darker, heavier, and more intense.
This book kept me on the edge of my seat with my heart strangled in my chest. The spice is top notch. Scythe is the sēxîest Guardian so far, his way with words had me sweating (and I'm ace). Stroke of Shadows is 10/10, 5 stars, a book I want to frame on my shelves
This book is so heavy. It tackles some serious topics and is incredibly tense. Aston White's Guardians world keeps developing and get more and more immersive and intense, and SoS is a great force. Every time I read one of these books, the FMC bleeds my heart and Harper is no exception. In fact, she probably gets to me the most and I love her dearly. Scythe is an amazing character who has many sides and none of them feel forced. Even the villains in this novel are darker, heavier, and more intense.
This book kept me on the edge of my seat with my heart strangled in my chest. The spice is top notch. Scythe is the sēxîest Guardian so far, his way with words had me sweating (and I'm ace). Stroke of Shadows is 10/10, 5 stars, a book I want to frame on my shelves
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Sexual assault
sara37's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
shelves_by_sim's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
I am absolutely obsessed with this series! Every book, every new MMC has me falling in love a little more and I just knew that Sythe would steal my heart. I am a sucker for a paranormal romance, I love shifters and magic and the urban vibes this series gives and everything about it is just perfect.
Taylor is an amazing author, I never find any fault with her writing or they way she builds a story. The plot is so well done, it's always fresh and interesting and never what I expect - and I think that's really hard to do in a world that centres around the same circle of people with a common enemy.
Her FMCs are always badass and there's nothing I love more than a stubborn, smart-mouthed character. And I loved Harper. As always, the side characters play such good roles in each book, their interactions are funny and witty and set up perfectly for their own books!
I loved Sythe and Harper's story, I love every aspect of the mating bond in these books and to experience the different ways each of her characters find theirs is wonderful. I loved Harper's career too, locating and collecting rare pieces is such a cool thing to do, it's edgy and a little dangerous and totally unique.
I am so glad that I joined Taylor's ARC team months ago, I don't know where I would be without this series ingrained in my heart. I can't wait for what's next and I'm still crossing my fingers that Lucifer gets his own book because I'm kind of in love with that demon!
Taylor is an amazing author, I never find any fault with her writing or they way she builds a story. The plot is so well done, it's always fresh and interesting and never what I expect - and I think that's really hard to do in a world that centres around the same circle of people with a common enemy.
Her FMCs are always badass and there's nothing I love more than a stubborn, smart-mouthed character. And I loved Harper. As always, the side characters play such good roles in each book, their interactions are funny and witty and set up perfectly for their own books!
I loved Sythe and Harper's story, I love every aspect of the mating bond in these books and to experience the different ways each of her characters find theirs is wonderful. I loved Harper's career too, locating and collecting rare pieces is such a cool thing to do, it's edgy and a little dangerous and totally unique.
I am so glad that I joined Taylor's ARC team months ago, I don't know where I would be without this series ingrained in my heart. I can't wait for what's next and I'm still crossing my fingers that Lucifer gets his own book because I'm kind of in love with that demon!
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