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itslorei's review against another edition
2.0
DNF @ 24%
The premise caught my interest but I just couldn’t get into the story with how boring the writing is. I just honestly felt like I’ll get into a slump if I carry on when I’m already feeling a little of it.
The premise caught my interest but I just couldn’t get into the story with how boring the writing is. I just honestly felt like I’ll get into a slump if I carry on when I’m already feeling a little of it.
mefromson's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this. Easy reading that kept me enthralled straight through until I was surprised to reach the end. Intrigue was great, character development out of pigeonholed outcast/insignificant roles went well. I liked the mix of motivations and the cross purposes conflict of interest. That they both appeared to be uneasy about doing anything that might risk their newfound relationship was wonderful.
gottbooks'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? Yes
5.0
This is a really quick read but quite enjoyable. FMC is someone I really liked. Enjoyed the overall storyline.
charlieschifo's review against another edition
5.0
*I received an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
After reading the other books by C.C. Solomon set it the same supernatural post-apocalyptic world I was excited to be asked to review this one.
Our main character Jazmine is a loner, a hermit and she spends her time reading and playing video games, honestly anything else about her after this was purely a bonus, she is my kinda gal. Although unlike myself she has a more reasonable excuse for being a recluse, she can kill people with her touch, bit inconvenient to say the least.
As a result she's grown up detached, socially awkward but strong and self confident. She's only been able to touch two people, her best friend and her sister, that is until Evan shows up, a hot mysterious vampire....
I mean what's not to love, right?
To be honest, I did love this book, so much so I read it in one sitting. I loved the characters and the story and if I had to make one criticism it would be that it wasn't long enough. I would have liked to get to know some of the secondary characters more as some of them seemed intriguing but only made a passing appearance.
Overall if you're looking for supernatural romance you should definitely give Deathly Touch a read.
After reading the other books by C.C. Solomon set it the same supernatural post-apocalyptic world I was excited to be asked to review this one.
Our main character Jazmine is a loner, a hermit and she spends her time reading and playing video games, honestly anything else about her after this was purely a bonus, she is my kinda gal. Although unlike myself she has a more reasonable excuse for being a recluse, she can kill people with her touch, bit inconvenient to say the least.
As a result she's grown up detached, socially awkward but strong and self confident. She's only been able to touch two people, her best friend and her sister, that is until Evan shows up, a hot mysterious vampire....
I mean what's not to love, right?
To be honest, I did love this book, so much so I read it in one sitting. I loved the characters and the story and if I had to make one criticism it would be that it wasn't long enough. I would have liked to get to know some of the secondary characters more as some of them seemed intriguing but only made a passing appearance.
Overall if you're looking for supernatural romance you should definitely give Deathly Touch a read.
melodiejeanette's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? No
5.0
nessan651's review against another edition
5.0
I love jazmine and Evans building romance all through this book.
It was heartwarming.
I love the whole different paranormal settings.
Can't wait to see what comes next now
It was heartwarming.
I love the whole different paranormal settings.
Can't wait to see what comes next now
cultivatingass's review against another edition
4.0
TL;DR This book is for the girlies who always wished their brooding YA romance was more explicit.
I’m not great at reviews, but I’m trying to write more of them in 2022 so bare with me.
I was a bit shocked this book is categorized as YA. imho it’s too spicy to be YA. Definitely new adult. It’s got that lovesick, puppy love YA feel to it, but it includes spicy enough scenes to keep older readers interested. Definitely perfect for the girlies out there who always wished Twilight was more explicit.
That being said this book is a really enjoyable, quick read. You could easily knock it out in one night. The world building doesn’t go too in depth, but I believe it takes place in the same universe as the author’s other novels. It does work as a stand alone story, but if you like it and you’re looking for more world building you could read the rest of her novels like I plan to.
The focus of this story is definitely on the romance between the main characters, and not the fantasy elements. It really works for this short read. The characters fall into many YA fantasy romance tropes, but not in a terrible or harmful way— more in a fun wink to the camera kind of way.
Jazmine is a strong and capable FMC, although she does find herself confused in certain social situations. As an autistic person I can relate. I like how blunt this can lead her to be, even if she does find herself embarrassed or anxious in some social situations.
Evan is your typical handsome, strong, loner MMC. He’s overly protective (borderline obsessive), and has a hard time regulating his emotions which is an interesting contrast to Jazmine’s more calculated approach.
The tropes only felt a little tired for me when it came to the side characters (evil adopted dad, overbearing sister, gay best friend, vapid sister etc), but there was still enough heart in most of them for it to be okay. In all they fueled the MC’s interactions in a good way which is important enough to forgive the boxes they were put in.
This book was enjoyable enough to get me to buy the rest of the author’s fantasy catalog, and as someone who only reads traditional books and not ebooks that’s a compliment in monetary investment alone. I’m excited to see if they are all in the same universe like I think they are. If they are, I’m really excited to see the universe explained more. I’d love to hear about the other paranormals that are around, and what their lives are like in this apocalyptic world.
4/5 Stars
I’m not great at reviews, but I’m trying to write more of them in 2022 so bare with me.
I was a bit shocked this book is categorized as YA. imho it’s too spicy to be YA. Definitely new adult. It’s got that lovesick, puppy love YA feel to it, but it includes spicy enough scenes to keep older readers interested. Definitely perfect for the girlies out there who always wished Twilight was more explicit.
That being said this book is a really enjoyable, quick read. You could easily knock it out in one night. The world building doesn’t go too in depth, but I believe it takes place in the same universe as the author’s other novels. It does work as a stand alone story, but if you like it and you’re looking for more world building you could read the rest of her novels like I plan to.
The focus of this story is definitely on the romance between the main characters, and not the fantasy elements. It really works for this short read. The characters fall into many YA fantasy romance tropes, but not in a terrible or harmful way— more in a fun wink to the camera kind of way.
Jazmine is a strong and capable FMC, although she does find herself confused in certain social situations. As an autistic person I can relate. I like how blunt this can lead her to be, even if she does find herself embarrassed or anxious in some social situations.
Evan is your typical handsome, strong, loner MMC. He’s overly protective (borderline obsessive), and has a hard time regulating his emotions which is an interesting contrast to Jazmine’s more calculated approach.
The tropes only felt a little tired for me when it came to the side characters (evil adopted dad, overbearing sister, gay best friend, vapid sister etc), but there was still enough heart in most of them for it to be okay. In all they fueled the MC’s interactions in a good way which is important enough to forgive the boxes they were put in.
This book was enjoyable enough to get me to buy the rest of the author’s fantasy catalog, and as someone who only reads traditional books and not ebooks that’s a compliment in monetary investment alone. I’m excited to see if they are all in the same universe like I think they are. If they are, I’m really excited to see the universe explained more. I’d love to hear about the other paranormals that are around, and what their lives are like in this apocalyptic world.
4/5 Stars
shortandsweetreviewsbysam's review against another edition
4.0
Before I begin my review for Deathly Touch by C. C Solomon, I would personally like to thank the author, publishers and Booksprout for the opportunity to read this ARC and I have reviewed it honestly.
When a wave of magic swept the world and flooded a percentage of the population with supernatural powers, the world as Jazmyn knows it is utterly destroyed. Living with a power that causes anyone who touches her to die, Jazmyn is an introverted and lonely soul. When accidental contact with a handsome vampire named Evan causes his heart to beat again Jaz discovers the power of human touch. And a sinister group has been kidnapping paranormals...
Deathly Touch features, but is not limited to, the following themes:
○ YA Fantasy
○ Paranormal Romance
○ Supernatural powers
○ Post apocalyptic
○ Kidnappings and human trafficking
My overall rating for Deathly Touch is…
4 Stars!
This was such a tender YA tale of discovery and love. The thought of living with the inability to touch another is beyond horrifying and I loved experiencing Jazmyn's tortuous journey to love. Solomon has created a wonderous world of paranormals and powers in the aftermath of sickness, death and magical revelations. Add an unpredictable villian into the mix and you have surreal book.
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