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3.72 AVERAGE
3.72 AVERAGE
This story captivated me with its dark and unique fantasy world. Jude Maddox, the stoic Hand of Death, leads the Knights of the Eternal Star through a dangerous land filled with nightmares. When he encounters the fierce recruit Kiara Frey, their tension-filled dynamic evolves into a refreshing romance. Quinn's writing skillfully unveils a complex plot featuring mist-shrouded shadows, terrifying creatures, and unexpected betrayals. The book's intense ending left me eagerly anticipating the sequel. With a captivating blend of romance, fantasy, and suspense, this book is a gripping read that appeals to any fantasy lover, thanks to its intriguing characters and dark world-building.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
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:
Complicated
I wrote such a good, long ass review at 6am when I finished this book and right as I was finishing I accidentally swiped back and lost it all so all I have to say at this point is live laugh love Jude and fuck Patrick.
adventurous
medium-paced
Thank you too NetGalley, Entangled Teen and Katherine Quinn for allowing me to read an ARC of this book.
This book is really really good! I read it every chance I got to see what was going to happen next. I believe the characters are like 18 & 19 years old. So it almost can be classified as New Adult. It has tons of twists and keeps you on your toes with a mixture of romance and suspense/action but I definitely wouldn’t call it a horror. I never found it scary. I would say it’s ranked close to Hunger Games for “horror” lol. Definitely worth it though! I can’t wait to get my personal copy!
When the sequel comes out I will be one of the first to grab it an devour it to see what happens next.
For those who only read clean books there is a few f bombs and like a little spice.
This book is really really good! I read it every chance I got to see what was going to happen next. I believe the characters are like 18 & 19 years old. So it almost can be classified as New Adult. It has tons of twists and keeps you on your toes with a mixture of romance and suspense/action but I definitely wouldn’t call it a horror. I never found it scary. I would say it’s ranked close to Hunger Games for “horror” lol. Definitely worth it though! I can’t wait to get my personal copy!
When the sequel comes out I will be one of the first to grab it an devour it to see what happens next.
For those who only read clean books there is a few f bombs and like a little spice.
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
✨”Isn't this what you always wanted? I thought bitterly. To be anywhere from Cila, to be someone who wasn't tainted by something that happened a decade ago? But when wishes turn into reality, they never leave you feeling how you pictured.”✨
Right away, I was brought into the fictional world and all of its chaos. I thoroughly enjoyed the storytelling and beautifully descriptive writing. I would recommend to those looking for a new, (semi)dark fantasy.
Some tropes/aspects:
Right away, I was brought into the fictional world and all of its chaos. I thoroughly enjoyed the storytelling and beautifully descriptive writing. I would recommend to those looking for a new, (semi)dark fantasy.
Some tropes/aspects:
When there wasn’t a choice, all one could do was fight or die. Besides, I had been molded into a warrior, and a warrior I would be.”
To Kill A Shadow is a YA Dark Fantasy set in a cursed world without sunlight. The cure is said to be found in the Mist, but those who enter rarely survive the madness and monsters lurking within. This year, there's a mandatory recruitment of soldiers, where families are required to send their sons to serve the King. Enter Kiara. Kiara has been trained to fight for years. She gets noticed when The Hand of Death, aka Commander Jude Maddox, watches her fight a bully picking on her brother. Instead of her brother being selected during The Calling to serve the Knights of the Eternal Star, Kiara is chosen. And girls are never chosen…Then Kiara's close band of befriended recruits is selected to journey into the Mist without her., a journey no one is expected to survive…
Let's just say that the journey didn't go as you'd expect. And it's not over yet. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! I literally couldn't stop reading. It's packed full of thrilling action, suspenseful mystery, and romantic angst. There's twists and turns you don't expect coming and losses you don't expect. I feel like only a part of the world has been built for us, and I'm eager to uncover more secrets behind the darkness and Mist. And after that ending, I need the next book, STAT! If you like any of these tropes, you'll love this book too!
•YA Fantasy
•Dual POV
•Fierce, protective FMC
•Brooding, morally grey MMC
•Cursed, dark world
•Forbidden romance
•Hidden identity
•Secrets & suspense
•Twists & turns
•Action & adventure
This book is out today! Seriously, run to the store and check out To Kill A Shadow! Thanks so much to the author and Entangled Teen for the ARC!
To Kill A Shadow is a YA Dark Fantasy set in a cursed world without sunlight. The cure is said to be found in the Mist, but those who enter rarely survive the madness and monsters lurking within. This year, there's a mandatory recruitment of soldiers, where families are required to send their sons to serve the King. Enter Kiara. Kiara has been trained to fight for years. She gets noticed when The Hand of Death, aka Commander Jude Maddox, watches her fight a bully picking on her brother. Instead of her brother being selected during The Calling to serve the Knights of the Eternal Star, Kiara is chosen. And girls are never chosen…Then Kiara's close band of befriended recruits is selected to journey into the Mist without her., a journey no one is expected to survive…
Let's just say that the journey didn't go as you'd expect. And it's not over yet. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! I literally couldn't stop reading. It's packed full of thrilling action, suspenseful mystery, and romantic angst. There's twists and turns you don't expect coming and losses you don't expect. I feel like only a part of the world has been built for us, and I'm eager to uncover more secrets behind the darkness and Mist. And after that ending, I need the next book, STAT! If you like any of these tropes, you'll love this book too!
•YA Fantasy
•Dual POV
•Fierce, protective FMC
•Brooding, morally grey MMC
•Cursed, dark world
•Forbidden romance
•Hidden identity
•Secrets & suspense
•Twists & turns
•Action & adventure
This book is out today! Seriously, run to the store and check out To Kill A Shadow! Thanks so much to the author and Entangled Teen for the ARC!
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, Violence, Blood, Murder, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Bullying
Death by animal spiders, and it's graphic
adventurous
fast-paced
I was so excited to read To Kill a Shadow by Katherine Quinn after seeing the ARC reviews and the blurb. After starting it I was hooked, I was trying to get to halfway before stopping but ended up reading cover to cover. I could not stop! This book was one of my favorite reads of the year.
I just loved how the main characters Kiera doesn’t start off frail and unknown of her strength. I adored her being a strong hard headed woman from the moment you get introduced to her. She’s so sassy, doesn’t think before she speaks and is not afraid to just say what’s on her mind. While she starts strong that doesn’t mean there wasn’t room for character development which I think the author did so well.
The world itself felt unique and the magic also! It was a nice refreshing experience and felt new! For being YA it had enough action to keep you interested, such an engaging story.
Yes there is romance, yes it’s slow burn. There is no spice to this but it’s steamy! Commander Jude (the Hand of Death) is just *chefs kiss* a shadow daddy.
Did this book meet my expectations? Yes.
Would I recommend this book? Yes , I have already told everyone at work about it.
Will I buy anything this author writes? After this most probably. I can’t get enough.