Reviews tagging 'Emotional abuse'

A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole

3 reviews

fairypenguin's review against another edition

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2.0

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raincheckandread's review against another edition

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dark mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This book is almost a reflection of what the writing community learned over time regarding possessive heroes and lack of consent in romance books. The hero is unlikeable at the beginning and makes some unforgiveable mistakes, but he does learn over time. I would have liked a lot more groveling. This is a beloved series, so despite some of the cringey moments, I did like the world-building seen in this book. I look forward to continuing. 
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paulasnotsosecretdiary's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Bananapants. I've been a listener of the Fated Mates podcast for two years (ish), and finally, I read this entry into the Immortals After Dark series. The plot is over the top, and the world-building is intriguing and engaging. At the start of the story, there are issues around consent that may make some readers uncomfortable. Still, the author incorporates the MMC's understanding of consent and boundaries in the MMC's emotional growth. For readers who are looking for a paranormal where the FMC finds her strength and voice  as the central relationship evolves, this is a terrific option.
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