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tinyelfarcanist's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Grief, Sexual content, Ableism, Death, and Murder
wilybooklover's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
4.5
The perfect blend of spooky vibes and sweet, fluffy romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, and Violence
Moderate: Blood, Sexual content, Gun violence, Gore, Grief, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Cannibalism, Ableism, Homophobia, and Animal death
simonlorden's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
5.0
I love queer romances with mysteries to solve.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death, Gore, and Murder
Moderate: Sexual content, Ableism, Grief, and Violence
Minor: Cannibalism
mar's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
autistic necromancer my beloved
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Violence, and Death
Moderate: Gore, Gun violence, Sexual content, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Cannibalism and Ableism
ofbooksandechos's review
adventurous
dark
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Violence, and Death
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual content
Minor: Cannibalism
sreberko's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- 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? Yes
4.75
This is definitely one of the best books I read in 2022.
The blurb doesn't give it justice - there is an MC who is on the spectrum, there is lavender marriage, there is a librarian with spooky powers, and there are panic attacks and mental breakdowns.
⭐I love the cover, okay? And I love that both characters aren't exactly *young* or, as someone could say, *fresh*. They are battered by life, and by other people, and they try their best. And the heart can have... well, a lot of meanings here.
⭐MCs weren't exactly lovable - they had their defects, vulnerabilities, and a fair amount of bad decisions. But they were amazingly human and huggable. I spent most of the book wanting to just wrap them in blankets, give them hot coffee or chocolate, and say that everything will be alright.
⭐The side characters were likable, not perfect, and the only bad thing that I can think of now is why we didn't have more time with them. Gwen as best friend deserved more background, and I did miss seeing Felipe's daughter - but I believe that this book was only the first in the series, and I will get a chance to know them better.
🌙The mystery itself was well written, however, the solution was pretty obvious - and the final solution left me with more questions than answers. Again - I trust that in future books we will get more context, so I'm letting it pass. Don't expect a big surprise, and you should be fine.
🌙 The story itself made me think of a mix of Widdershins (Jordan L. Hawk) and Salt Magic Skin Magic (Lee Welch). The magic in the world could be a little bit more advanced (or at least, in this specific book. I believe it crosses with other books from Jorgensen, maybe the magic system there is more complicated?).
⭐In general, it was a good opening to a new series, a well-written fantasy read with elements of horror/gore (not much, mind you), cute romance, and elements of smut (not too much either, emotions were much more important than primal feelings). The representation was an added bonus, never a nuisance or irritable interruption. I definitely will check other books from this author, and read next installments in this series.
I received an ARC of this book from the Gay Romance Reviews, and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
The blurb doesn't give it justice - there is an MC who is on the spectrum, there is lavender marriage, there is a librarian with spooky powers, and there are panic attacks and mental breakdowns.
⭐I love the cover, okay? And I love that both characters aren't exactly *young* or, as someone could say, *fresh*. They are battered by life, and by other people, and they try their best. And the heart can have... well, a lot of meanings here.
⭐MCs weren't exactly lovable - they had their defects, vulnerabilities, and a fair amount of bad decisions. But they were amazingly human and huggable. I spent most of the book wanting to just wrap them in blankets, give them hot coffee or chocolate, and say that everything will be alright.
⭐The side characters were likable, not perfect, and the only bad thing that I can think of now is why we didn't have more time with them. Gwen as best friend deserved more background, and I did miss seeing Felipe's daughter - but I believe that this book was only the first in the series, and I will get a chance to know them better.
🌙The mystery itself was well written, however, the solution was pretty obvious - and the final solution left me with more questions than answers. Again - I trust that in future books we will get more context, so I'm letting it pass. Don't expect a big surprise, and you should be fine.
🌙 The story itself made me think of a mix of Widdershins (Jordan L. Hawk) and Salt Magic Skin Magic (Lee Welch). The magic in the world could be a little bit more advanced (or at least, in this specific book. I believe it crosses with other books from Jorgensen, maybe the magic system there is more complicated?).
⭐In general, it was a good opening to a new series, a well-written fantasy read with elements of horror/gore (not much, mind you), cute romance, and elements of smut (not too much either, emotions were much more important than primal feelings). The representation was an added bonus, never a nuisance or irritable interruption. I definitely will check other books from this author, and read next installments in this series.
I received an ARC of this book from the Gay Romance Reviews, and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual content
Minor: Cannibalism
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