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mxlilly's review against another edition
mysterious
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
3.75
I enjoyed this book. You get an FMC hiding her true identity, steamy attraction between her and our MMC, demons and a fun race that's like biblical fantasy come to life.
It's a solid read. The whole attracted to eachother and then can't be together right for one reason or another trope kinda bugs me, so that detracted from the book for me. And while it was a good story, I just felt like it could have been meatier if that makes sense. It's the whole I love you but I'm not in love with you feeling, but for a book not a person.
Having said that I enjoyed it, I like the characters, and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next.
It's a solid read. The whole attracted to eachother and then can't be together right for one reason or another trope kinda bugs me, so that detracted from the book for me. And while it was a good story, I just felt like it could have been meatier if that makes sense. It's the whole I love you but I'm not in love with you feeling, but for a book not a person.
Having said that I enjoyed it, I like the characters, and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next.
justcourtnee's review against another edition
4.0
"Storm and Fury" takes readers on an exhilarating journey into the supernatural, where Trin, a gifted and strong-willed protagonist, navigates a world teeming with angels, demons, and the enigmatic Wardens. The story unfolds with a perfect balance of mystery and action as Trin grapples with her hidden abilities and the dangerous secrets surrounding her existence.
Jennifer L. Armentrout excels in character development, breathing life into each figure, including the charismatic Zayne and the mysterious, alluring Roth. The dynamics between Trin and Zayne add a layer of emotional depth, while the simmering tension and chemistry between them heighten the romantic elements.
As the plot unfolds, secrets unravel, revealing a complex web of alliances and betrayals. The world-building is rich and immersive, seamlessly blending the supernatural with a touch of humor and plenty of heart. Armentrout's writing captivates, making "Storm and Fury" not just a paranormal romance but a gripping tale of self-discovery and the battle between light and darkness.
With its engaging narrative, well-crafted characters, and a perfect blend of romance and supernatural intrigue, "Storm and Fury" is a page-turner that leaves readers eagerly anticipating what twists and turns the next installment will bring.
Jennifer L. Armentrout excels in character development, breathing life into each figure, including the charismatic Zayne and the mysterious, alluring Roth. The dynamics between Trin and Zayne add a layer of emotional depth, while the simmering tension and chemistry between them heighten the romantic elements.
As the plot unfolds, secrets unravel, revealing a complex web of alliances and betrayals. The world-building is rich and immersive, seamlessly blending the supernatural with a touch of humor and plenty of heart. Armentrout's writing captivates, making "Storm and Fury" not just a paranormal romance but a gripping tale of self-discovery and the battle between light and darkness.
With its engaging narrative, well-crafted characters, and a perfect blend of romance and supernatural intrigue, "Storm and Fury" is a page-turner that leaves readers eagerly anticipating what twists and turns the next installment will bring.
a_mae13's review against another edition
4.0
“Isn't that evil's greatest achievement? It often hides itself in innocence?"
I didn't think I would enjoy this book as much as I did...and then went on the buy the rest of the series. It's definitely a classic YA trilogy with very trope-ish plots, but it acknowledges how cringey it is and I loved that! The premise is angels vs. demons, but with the added twists of gargoyles being shapeshifting people that protect the world against a demon up rise called wardens. Our main character Trinity is half-angel, half-human, otherwise known as a trueborn. She's special, because she's the main character. But the wardens she lives with don't know of any other trueborns in existence. Her mother was killed and her father is the angel Michael. She has angelic strength in a human body. Because of her rarity, she lives at a warden compound with her adoptive parents Thierry and Matthew (who are obviously more involved fathers than her actual father, the angel) and her warden protector, Misha. Trueborns and other half/half creatures are assigned protectors basically at birth, so the pair have been together for about 18 years.
Well, we are set in the modern world (which is usually a negative aspect for me but this book made the modern references really funny) where demons and wardens walk among humans. There is a very convoluted tier system of demons (I'm not religious so this may be a norm in Christianity) and only so many of them are allowed "topside" aka on Earth. Upper level demons and fiends have a human skin that they can wear to fit in with others. There is an unspoken agreement between the Heavens and Hell that so many demons are allowed topside, because there is a natural balance of good and evil. Wardens were created as a buffer; they kill off demons or demons that weren't supposed to be topside in the first place. The warden compound where Trinity lives is experiencing a higher number of demon activity, forcing them to ally with a compound in Washington D.C. When they arrive, we meet the love interest, Zayne. Of course there are rules that wardens and other creatures (demons, angels, trueborns, etc) are not allowed to be with wardens. But that doesn't stop Trinity from falling for him.
*training and meet cute montage*
Demons attack the compound and kidnap Misha. Trinity is terrified of losing Misha, her best friend, and begs her adoptive dads to go with the D.C. clan and try to bring him back. Like all other YA fantasies of this generation, Trinity and Misha are bonded, so she can feel that he is still alive, just lost. She goes with the D.C. clan, Zayne, Dez, and Nicolai along with her ghost roommate, Peanut (the best character) to find Misha. I'm not sure why we know that he would be in D.C., but he is. This is where the book gets more interesting because it challenges what Trinity understands as truth. Zayne, a warden, works with demons, who they're sworn to kill. And not just any demon, but the crown prince of Hell, Roth. Roth has all sorts of connections in D.C. to help Zayne take down bad demons and keep the good ones alive.
Roth is with his girlfriend, Layla, who is the daughter of Lilith and is half-demon, half-warden, and his friend Cayman, another demon. They all team together to try and find the demon that took Misha, named Bael. He's an upper level demon and it turns out, he's taking out both wardens and demons. The warden clan and the demons patrol throughout D.C. in search of Bael or Misha. Roth and Trinity go and meet with witches in hopes that they would give them some information about the demon uprising. The witches mention that the senator is working with the demons to build a school (goes into the next books) and that they have no other information for them. And then the witches betray them and essentially trap everyone in the senator's home.
The final showdown between the group and the demons is a bit anti-climatic since they all want Trinity, they can smell her trueborn blood. And then we find Misha, who willingly left the clan to work with the Harbinger, a character that is not really defined until the next book. Misha was never supposed to be Trinity's protector, it was supposed to be Zayne. He grew bitter and unloved with his position and wanted to flip sides, and the Harbinger promised that he would get the praise and attention that he deserved. Trinity stabs him with her demon blades and is then summoned by Michael, her father. He gives Zayne the burden of being her protector and begs them to find the Harbinger and take him down before he can destroy the world.
The characters were really funny and there was something about the way Trinity was written that made her enjoyable yet insufferable. There are so many YA series that make the main character seem too mature or too logical; Trinity does everything without logic and doesn't "win" everything she's thrust into. She is relatable and grounded. She uses the most ridiculous phrases and says exactly what comes to mind, making her a believable 18 year old. Some of the worldbuilding is a bit clunky, but everything eventually comes into play. The twist at the end wasn't very surprising but the introduction of the mysterious Harbinger was enough to keep me reading.
I didn't think I would enjoy this book as much as I did...and then went on the buy the rest of the series. It's definitely a classic YA trilogy with very trope-ish plots, but it acknowledges how cringey it is and I loved that! The premise is angels vs. demons, but with the added twists of gargoyles being shapeshifting people that protect the world against a demon up rise called wardens. Our main character Trinity is half-angel, half-human, otherwise known as a trueborn. She's special, because she's the main character. But the wardens she lives with don't know of any other trueborns in existence. Her mother was killed and her father is the angel Michael. She has angelic strength in a human body. Because of her rarity, she lives at a warden compound with her adoptive parents Thierry and Matthew (who are obviously more involved fathers than her actual father, the angel) and her warden protector, Misha. Trueborns and other half/half creatures are assigned protectors basically at birth, so the pair have been together for about 18 years.
Well, we are set in the modern world (which is usually a negative aspect for me but this book made the modern references really funny) where demons and wardens walk among humans. There is a very convoluted tier system of demons (I'm not religious so this may be a norm in Christianity) and only so many of them are allowed "topside" aka on Earth. Upper level demons and fiends have a human skin that they can wear to fit in with others. There is an unspoken agreement between the Heavens and Hell that so many demons are allowed topside, because there is a natural balance of good and evil. Wardens were created as a buffer; they kill off demons or demons that weren't supposed to be topside in the first place. The warden compound where Trinity lives is experiencing a higher number of demon activity, forcing them to ally with a compound in Washington D.C. When they arrive, we meet the love interest, Zayne. Of course there are rules that wardens and other creatures (demons, angels, trueborns, etc) are not allowed to be with wardens. But that doesn't stop Trinity from falling for him.
*training and meet cute montage*
Demons attack the compound and kidnap Misha. Trinity is terrified of losing Misha, her best friend, and begs her adoptive dads to go with the D.C. clan and try to bring him back. Like all other YA fantasies of this generation, Trinity and Misha are bonded, so she can feel that he is still alive, just lost. She goes with the D.C. clan, Zayne, Dez, and Nicolai along with her ghost roommate, Peanut (the best character) to find Misha. I'm not sure why we know that he would be in D.C., but he is. This is where the book gets more interesting because it challenges what Trinity understands as truth. Zayne, a warden, works with demons, who they're sworn to kill. And not just any demon, but the crown prince of Hell, Roth. Roth has all sorts of connections in D.C. to help Zayne take down bad demons and keep the good ones alive.
The characters were really funny and there was something about the way Trinity was written that made her enjoyable yet insufferable. There are so many YA series that make the main character seem too mature or too logical; Trinity does everything without logic and doesn't "win" everything she's thrust into. She is relatable and grounded. She uses the most ridiculous phrases and says exactly what comes to mind, making her a believable 18 year old. Some of the worldbuilding is a bit clunky, but everything eventually comes into play. The twist at the end wasn't very surprising but the introduction of the mysterious Harbinger was enough to keep me reading.
sopbia's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
katelyndunne01's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
yodamom's review against another edition
5.0
Demons, Angels, Ghosts, Witches and Gargoyles oh my.
I loved it ! Was it really over 500 pages ? It felt short, I was left wanting more. Sure I missed sleep and maybe a couple social functions so I could stay home and read. Don't judge it was so good. Action packed, heartwarming, heartbreaking, sexy, and interesting. The world created was unique, an slowly unraveled, no info dumping :D. It's basically about Wardens (Gargoyles), and others who protect our world from demons. When the demons get testy and force action by stealing a warden and killing many humans. Two characters step up and search for answers..
Let's talk about Zayne the hot, sexy, kind, gentlemanly, protective, honest, loyal, gargoyle, yes I said gargoyle. This is the perfect man, and he can double as a house ornament. Seriously, this character was swoon worthy plus.
Trinity a child of mixed race who is raised in a gargoyle compound and has some special skills. Her skills make her a target for some very bad things and must remain hidden. She is smart, physically strong, but suffers from a degenerative disease. This only makes her be more. She wasn't all sparkles and sunshine which I loved, she had real qualities. Trinity suffered from some bouts of immaturity, which is expected for an 18 year old.
There are several wonderful supportive characters you'll meet but wait till you get to know Peanut, Peanut rocks !
I never read the series this spun off from. Sad right ? While reading it I never felt like I didn't know what was going on or like I was missing something. I own them and will be reading them very soon. I want more of this world. Where is book 2, Ms Armentrout, hurry.
Thank you to the publishers for an early review copy so I can offer my honest review
I loved it ! Was it really over 500 pages ? It felt short, I was left wanting more. Sure I missed sleep and maybe a couple social functions so I could stay home and read. Don't judge it was so good. Action packed, heartwarming, heartbreaking, sexy, and interesting. The world created was unique, an slowly unraveled, no info dumping :D. It's basically about Wardens (Gargoyles), and others who protect our world from demons. When the demons get testy and force action by stealing a warden and killing many humans. Two characters step up and search for answers..
Let's talk about Zayne the hot, sexy, kind, gentlemanly, protective, honest, loyal, gargoyle, yes I said gargoyle. This is the perfect man, and he can double as a house ornament. Seriously, this character was swoon worthy plus.
Trinity a child of mixed race who is raised in a gargoyle compound and has some special skills. Her skills make her a target for some very bad things and must remain hidden. She is smart, physically strong, but suffers from a degenerative disease. This only makes her be more. She wasn't all sparkles and sunshine which I loved, she had real qualities. Trinity suffered from some bouts of immaturity, which is expected for an 18 year old.
There are several wonderful supportive characters you'll meet but wait till you get to know Peanut, Peanut rocks !
I never read the series this spun off from. Sad right ? While reading it I never felt like I didn't know what was going on or like I was missing something. I own them and will be reading them very soon. I want more of this world. Where is book 2, Ms Armentrout, hurry.
Thank you to the publishers for an early review copy so I can offer my honest review
shes_book_obsessed's review against another edition
4.0
Storm And Fury
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Okay, I have to say this was pretty amazing!! I love Jennifer sooo much like how does she do it?! The only thing I could possibly dislike here was the love interest. Don’t get me wrong, I was into it. But then it escalated pretty quickly and I just could not deal anymore. I’ll still read the second book tough, I’m way to invested.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Okay, I have to say this was pretty amazing!! I love Jennifer sooo much like how does she do it?! The only thing I could possibly dislike here was the love interest. Don’t get me wrong, I was into it. But then it escalated pretty quickly and I just could not deal anymore. I’ll still read the second book tough, I’m way to invested.
enchantedly_booked's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-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