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whatthekatdraggedin's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Kidnapping
Moderate: Child death and Violence
Minor: Blood
warlocksarecool21's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
All of the characters in this story were so compelling as well. I adored Sidra and I thought Torin was such an interesting character. Sidra’s struggles with her faith and the journey she went on to heal her grief was so well done and impactful. I also really enjoyed watching grizzly Torin grow and change for the better.
I did love Jack and Adaira but I felt like Sidra and Torin’s relationship had more depth. I did like the juxtaposition of the two relationships, how Sidra and Torin grew to love each other so deeply despite their faults and initial arrangement. Whereas Adaira and Jack were always destined to be together in whatever capacity. I really hope to see Jack and Adaira’s relationship grow more in the next book, despite the challenges that lay before them.
Moderate: Chronic illness, Violence, Kidnapping, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Death, Blood, Death of parent, and Abandonment
rayreyes's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Moderate: Sexual content, Blood, Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child death, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, Torture, Grief, Stalking, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and War
radiantgeode's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I gave it 4 stars because I felt as if the dialogue was unnatural. It made the romance and relationships of the characters feel detached. Despite this, I still liked the characters and want to know what will happen to them in future books.
Graphic: Death, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and War
cakrolik's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Graphic: Physical abuse, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, and Grief
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Child death, Death, Miscarriage, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
kjf524's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Kidnapping
Minor: Confinement, Death, Infertility, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, Alcohol, War, and Injury/Injury detail
boba_nbooks'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
5.0
Though the fantasy element is there, Ross slowly builds the world in a way that feels inviting and never leaves you feeling confused. The relationships between Adaira and Jack and Torin and Sidra were so beautifully reminiscent of each other, and they interweaved flawlessly.
This is a novel about belonging and home. Is it your blood that defines you? Or the people you choose?
Graphic: Violence, Blood, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Death, Miscarriage, and Death of parent
Minor: Infertility and Sexual content
alexiatormen's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Death and Blood
Moderate: Infertility
Minor: Death of parent
jessicaludden's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved this so much. It was so cozy and comforting to read, but still managed to have high stakes and tense moments. This world is so magical and unpredictable and the world building was written so beautifully. I loved all the characters and how their relationships developed over time. It shows love that is very quiet and simple but still manages to reveal complexities in it’s characters. It’s full of love that sneaks up on you and takes your breath away.
Minor: Death, Miscarriage, Blood, Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Murder
emmelinemontgomery's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Every character grew and felt real in a way that really drew me into the story. This is slower paced and character driven but I found that I just got lost in the story and never minded that. I felt the character’s emotions so deeply and, I cannot say this enough, the way she describes everything is just beautiful. The plot had real and honestly terrifying stakes of families having their young daughters stolen from them- but nobody knows why. Despite this, it was just extremely lovely to read.
Mild/vague spoilers:
Look, I loved Torin and Sidra’s arc but I wish there had been a bit more conversation about Maisie’s mom. I just ended up feeling weird about it. Maybe it’s something for book two though? This was my one and only “complaint”
Minor: Blood and Kidnapping