Reviews tagging 'Injury/Injury detail'

From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout

90 reviews

ciara_donohue's review against another edition

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death and Violence

Moderate: Child death, Torture, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Gaslighting

luna_lovelace's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense slow-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 at a loss for words about where to begin with this book because it has left me in utter awe. The plot development is so intricate that I couldn't help but get lost in the story. The author throws a lot of information at you, but as the story progresses, the pace picks up, and the story becomes more engaging. 

There are also a lot of crumbs throughout the book which gave me an idea of what would happen next. Although some aspects of the story were predictable, I found it satisfying when I guessed correctly! There were also moments when I was caught off guard by unexpected twists and turns,

such as the murders of some of the most likable characters.

It is a slow-burning romance, making it all the more satisfying when the characters finally come together. The author has also thrown in an enemies-to-lovers plot, adding an extra layer of complexity to the romance.

Poppy, is a force to be reckoned with. She is charming, strong-willed, and knows her way around a dagger! I found myself becoming more and more invested in her story as the book progressed. I could see why Hawke falls for her, despite his rough exterior. Hawke is a gray character and complex

with a heartbreaking backstory that explains his motivation to save his brother.

Reading this book was an emotional rollercoaster, and I cannot wait to read the next one! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Death of parent, Blood, Sexual content, Death, Grief, and Violence

Moderate: Sexual harassment, Cursing, and Child death

Minor: Forced institutionalization

julianna_schock's review against another edition

adventurous dark tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Physical abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Violence, Death of parent, Gore, Confinement, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Blood, and Body shaming

cdoubet's review

dark emotional mysterious sad 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcoholism, Child death, Body shaming, Child abuse, Confinement, Gore, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Torture, Violence, Death of parent, Genocide, Bullying, Gaslighting, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Body horror, Emotional abuse, Murder, Religious bigotry, Sexism, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Panic attacks/disorders, Alcohol, Blood, Classism, Cursing, Physical abuse, Addiction, Death, Mental illness, and Misogyny

Moderate: Kidnapping, Domestic abuse, and Medical content

Minor: Toxic relationship, Animal cruelty, Pregnancy, and Fire/Fire injury

adamagoesit_'s review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This story blew my mind. It was twists and turns from the first chapter until the last. It follows Poppy and her life of being a Maiden within the Kingdom while being trained to defend herself by her main guard, Vikter. Throughout, she has multiple guards that watch and escort her to and from areas of the castle in order to ensure her safety. That is until she meets Hawke, everything changes. 

Poppy is truly a multi-faceted queen who is a teeeeeny bit reckless when it comes to her wants and passions. The trainings she has had to endure in order to becoming worthy for the Gods All of this is in preperation for her ascension. So, how did we end up at the brothel in the first chapter do you say? Well, you’re gonna have to stick around to find out.

I love being in Poppy’s brain and understanding how her mind works throughout this journey. The people who have saved her time and time again has made her grow in ways that molds her intuition. Understanding what does she want for herself out of this life. The story is fast-paced and will keep you on your toes. Amazing story-telling and the world building gradually develops as you dive into the story. I highly recommend it and it is also an ongoing series! I actually can’t wait to dive into the next book. 

5/5 💫

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Blood, Classism, Violence, Abandonment, and Physical abuse

Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Grief, and Death

beebowbabe's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional funny 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? It's complicated

5.0

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. The relationships between characters are fun and believable. The system is fascinating, and although the plot is a bit predictable, there is still plenty of surprises. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, and Physical abuse

Moderate: Blood, Body shaming, Classism, Death of parent, and Violence

Minor: Alcohol and War

rorireads33's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-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? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood

itmakessenseincontext's review against another edition

adventurous dark medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I had fun reading this, but its not anything spectacular. I wanted to shake Poppy at times because she just makes some god awful choices. I dont think shes stupid, I just think shes incredibly sheltered and not equipped for what's happening. Which is part of her character but good god girl get a grip.

I'll be interested to see how the story plays out.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Blood, Sexual content, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, and Confinement

butilikeit's review against another edition

adventurous dark tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Grief, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Confinement

louiepotterbook's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

1.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gore, Grief, Kidnapping, Sexual content, Death, Misogyny, Sexual assault, Sexism, Sexual harassment, Gaslighting, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual violence, Torture, and Toxic relationship