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dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
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:
Complicated
I also can't believe that Diems mother fucking did everything that she has. Especially knowing that her daughter is part Descended or something of the like.
It also makes so much more sense that Luther is adament about saving all the half children because he himself is one. I really didn't see that coming. That was one hell of a surprise.
Also fuck Henri. He's horrible and I hate him. He's barely been there for his betrothed in her biggest time of need and any reason he can state is fucking stupid and I just can't wait until he either is killed or crushed when Diem finally is able to call it off with him. I just hope her stupid fucking mother didn't get her killed with all the Guardian antics.
Also thank fucking God Diem pulled her head out of her ass and chose Luther. I have been over here just hanging onto the edge of my seat with every interaction that they have just waiting for the next time to finally happen between them. We have been sooo close a couple of times but nothing yet. I feel I may be a puddle if nothing happens in the next book.
Also I really need to get some fucking answers in regard to Diems mother. And who her father is. Especially since he apparently is still alive. Also need to know who killed her father as well cause that was a dick move. And I swear to god is it was the guardians I'm going to leep into the book and kill Henri cause I just know if it was he had something to do with it. I also vote for whoever did it to be killed by Sorea. I think that would a fitting death.
Also I just love how much all the cousins closest to Luther and become a second family for Diem and Teller. I can't wait to see what chaos they continue to cause.
So much fucking happened and i just cant figure out what to do next whether to lay here and contemplate what I just read or to jump into the next book. All I know is that I need the fourth book like yesterday so that I can read it as soon as I am done with book 3. Why do I start series before I have all the books? I hate buying things in multiple formats but I may just have to make an exception in this case.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Racism, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, War, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I enjoyed this book but not nearly as much as Spark. It felt really slow because there was a lot of political intrigue and soul-searching for Diem, and her internal anguish (while justified) got old. Henri also drove me crazy. And Lutherโs weird behavior prior to the challenge didnโt seem to fit his character. But the emotions and anguish and stakes were all really understandable, even if Diem drove me a little crazy in this book. That ending was wild and I want to read Heat asap, but I also want to wait until I know when Burn is coming so I donโt have to wait indefinitely.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Racism, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Moderate: Murder, Sexual harassment
Minor: Infidelity, Sexual content, Violence, Alcohol
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, Xenophobia, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Not exactly suicidal thoughts but hopelessness/not wanting to live any longer (mild, occasional)
adventurous
challenging
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Murder
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
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:
Yes
So this is a world builder book- it helps you to better understand the politics of this whole realm. We also see Diem struggling extensively with her destiny, her feelings of powerlessness and grief. She wants to cling to her life before learning of all her magical bits, and determining who can be trusted- a found family develops. Diem was a bit immature in the first book, and is pushed to take responsibility for herself in this one rather than letting things happen around her. I really loved learning more about Luther and have come to love him as more than just the โdark broody guyโ I cannot wait until number 3 comes out next month!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Toxic relationship, Violence, Grief, Death of parent, Classism
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
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
I enjoyed this book a little bit more than the first book. I felt it was easier to follow but that's probably because the world building is heavily done in the first book. The characters definitely felt more 3-dimensional.
I'm giving this book a half star more than the previous book because the first book felt more predictable but the twist at the end of this book was unexpected for me. It did make sense to add and made the story seem more interesting.
I'm giving this book a half star more than the previous book because the first book felt more predictable but the twist at the end of this book was unexpected for me. It did make sense to add and made the story seem more interesting.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Grief, Death of parent
Moderate: Child abuse, Murder, War
Minor: Incest, Infidelity, Sexual content
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
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:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Violence, Murder, War
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
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Kindred's Curse 2
By: Penn Cole
Romantasy
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I enjoyed this one a little more than Spark, we learn quite a bit more about the world and the people in it. Besides, I am in LOVE with the side characters here, just awesome. Taran, I want one of my own please and thank you. While the slow burn is still slow, we've upgraded a touch, thank gosh. Maybe a bit more than a touch on Luther's side, but Diem is still convincing herself she can't have him ๐
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โHe might be dangerous, but Iโm gods-damned fatal.โ
โIf a kiss is the reward, my Queen, Iโll get on my knees for you whenever you want.โ
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Enemies To Lovers; Slow Burn; He Falls First; Shadow Daddy; Shadow Mommy; Found Family; Family Secrets; Strong & Stabby FMC; Banter; Prophecies and rebellion; Touch Them & Die
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism
Moderate: Violence, War
Minor: Death of parent
adventurous
mysterious
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
So the pace definitely picks up. The romance is a great addition to a plot bursting with intrigue. I'm definitely grateful that I didn't give up on this series after the slow start--as predicted, it was worth it for the setup. Gloriously curious and excited to continue the series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Child abuse, Sexual content
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
i truly cannot say enough amazing things about this book and series. you need to read it now if you havenโt already! yesterday, even! everything about this book is a hell mf yes! ๐๐ฝ
this series has left me speechless each time. i absolutely adored this book. it keeps you on your toes 24/7. i was literally on the edge of my seat with each turn of the page! i even found myself screaming and yelling out loud at some parts. thatโs how you know itโs good!
my one and only complaint is that the fmc makes truly terrible decisions about 100% of the timeโฆ iโm not even being a little bit dramatic. however, the plot of this book makes up for it ten-fold.
i love the cliffhangers and i truly cannot wait to get my hands on the third book of this series. shit is getting INTENSE!!
love love love love. ๐ค somehow, i feel that this series will easily be in my top reads of the year and itโs only january.
this series has left me speechless each time. i absolutely adored this book. it keeps you on your toes 24/7. i was literally on the edge of my seat with each turn of the page! i even found myself screaming and yelling out loud at some parts. thatโs how you know itโs good!
my one and only complaint is that the fmc makes truly terrible decisions about 100% of the timeโฆ iโm not even being a little bit dramatic. however, the plot of this book makes up for it ten-fold.
i love the cliffhangers and i truly cannot wait to get my hands on the third book of this series. shit is getting INTENSE!!
love love love love. ๐ค somehow, i feel that this series will easily be in my top reads of the year and itโs only january.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Injury/Injury detail