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Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Gore, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Wow. That was awesome. Do I already have a favorite book of the year, and it’s only January 6th? Maybe.😳Penn Cole knows how to write an interesting ending. New question; Do I ride the book hangover out or do I move forward to book three? Decisions,decisions.🤔
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Violence, Murder
Minor: Child abuse
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Predictable but I love it 👨🦯🙈💁♀️
I get not wanting to let go of someone but jesus fucking christ, how many times does Henri have to be a piece of shit?
Also Luther betraying her would definitely make the series more interesting but I'm glad he didn't.
The incest twins was a,,,, unique touch
The ending was not a surprise at all. The moment Henri mentioned the leader of the Guardians in the first book I assumed it was Lorelai considering she was both gone AND one of few characters we had met at that point that would cause an appropriate amount of shock value. Henri needs to be murdered. Preferably by Diem. Amen.
Also Luther betraying her would definitely make the series more interesting but I'm glad he didn't.
The incest twins was a,,,, unique touch
The ending was not a surprise at all. The moment Henri mentioned the leader of the Guardians in the first book I assumed it was Lorelai considering she was both gone AND one of few characters we had met at that point that would cause an appropriate amount of shock value. Henri needs to be murdered. Preferably by Diem. Amen.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Hate crime, Incest, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Grief, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Murder, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, Alcohol, War, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
adventurous
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Grief, Death of parent, Classism
Moderate: Abandonment, Alcohol
Minor: Incest, Infidelity, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Police brutality, Injury/Injury detail
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Glow of the Everflame takes the world Penn Cole established in Spark and expands it even more. This felt more like the plot-heavy fantasy I was promised, and it was absolutely addictive to read.
I read this book in 24 hours. It definitely keeps moving, even if some of that movement is around in circles. There were multiple times I put the book down due to frustration or anxious anticipation, but I always picked it back up ready to see what happened next.
There were probably two things that kept this from being a five star read for me. One was Diem, the POV character. I realize this is an intentional choice, but she was so frustrating to read. Sometimes I wanted to smack her upside the head and make her actually think through her actions and the actions of the people around her.
The other thing I think held this book back from being for me how much information was given to me in a way where it felt like Diem also should have known it. I love guessing plot twists, but when other characters in the book have also guessed the twist and are trying to tell Diem, and she won’t listen to them, that was frustrating to me. It felt obvious instead of earned, and I want to earn it damn it!
That being said, I will definitely be continuing with this series! Here’s hoping we get a release date for book four soon, because Heat of the Everflame is high up on my TBR.
Thank you to Atria and NetGalley, for the ARC and the opportunity to leave an honest, voluntary review.
I read this book in 24 hours. It definitely keeps moving, even if some of that movement is around in circles. There were multiple times I put the book down due to frustration or anxious anticipation, but I always picked it back up ready to see what happened next.
There were probably two things that kept this from being a five star read for me. One was Diem, the POV character. I realize this is an intentional choice, but she was so frustrating to read. Sometimes I wanted to smack her upside the head and make her actually think through her actions and the actions of the people around her.
The other thing I think held this book back from being for me how much information was given to me in a way where it felt like Diem also should have known it. I love guessing plot twists, but when other characters in the book have also guessed the twist and are trying to tell Diem, and she won’t listen to them, that was frustrating to me. It felt obvious instead of earned, and I want to earn it damn it!
That being said, I will definitely be continuing with this series! Here’s hoping we get a release date for book four soon, because Heat of the Everflame is high up on my TBR.
Thank you to Atria and NetGalley, for the ARC and the opportunity to leave an honest, voluntary review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Death, Blood
Moderate: Violence, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, Colonisation, Classism
Minor: Child death, Sexual content
adventurous
fast-paced
Glow of the Everflame (Kindred's Curse Book 2)
Rating : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Format: Kindle/Audiobook
“Burn, my Queen. Glow so bright, the darkness trembles.”
“If a kiss is the reward, my Queen, I'll get on my knees for you whenever you want.”
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Oh my goodness this book! Now I understand the hype! Glow of the Everflame had me hooked right from the beginning. I could NOT put it down! Picking up right where book one left off, we are thrust right back into the action of the plot. I will not say too much, as this book is in an ongoing series, and I don't want to spoil anything. However, I loved the plot development and character growth shown in this novel.
The characters in this book went through so much in such a short period of time. I continued to find the fmc, Diem, strong and courageous, though we did see more vulnerable parts of her in this book as she did go through more emotionally. Luther, was more present in this novel, and I was here for it! He continued to be the most amazing, walking green flag I've ever seen. And his banter... WOOF 🥵! Henri. Well, I do not even know what to say about him. I find him to be selfish and unobservant. He continued to think only of himself and what he can gain from certain situations.
The side characters in this book were top notch! I absolutely loved Taran, Eleanor, Lily, Teller, and Alixe.
I am so excited about this series that I immediately have to dive into book 3.
⚠️Warning⚠️
Language, low spice, adult content, battle, assault, violence
Rating : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Format: Kindle/Audiobook
“Burn, my Queen. Glow so bright, the darkness trembles.”
“If a kiss is the reward, my Queen, I'll get on my knees for you whenever you want.”
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Oh my goodness this book! Now I understand the hype! Glow of the Everflame had me hooked right from the beginning. I could NOT put it down! Picking up right where book one left off, we are thrust right back into the action of the plot. I will not say too much, as this book is in an ongoing series, and I don't want to spoil anything. However, I loved the plot development and character growth shown in this novel.
The characters in this book went through so much in such a short period of time. I continued to find the fmc, Diem, strong and courageous, though we did see more vulnerable parts of her in this book as she did go through more emotionally. Luther, was more present in this novel, and I was here for it! He continued to be the most amazing, walking green flag I've ever seen. And his banter... WOOF 🥵! Henri. Well, I do not even know what to say about him. I find him to be selfish and unobservant. He continued to think only of himself and what he can gain from certain situations.
The side characters in this book were top notch! I absolutely loved Taran, Eleanor, Lily, Teller, and Alixe.
I am so excited about this series that I immediately have to dive into book 3.
⚠️Warning⚠️
Language, low spice, adult content, battle, assault, violence
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, Violence
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:
Yes
Glad I didn’t DNF
I was very close to not finishing this book. I thought the first book was decent but the first 60% of this book was a complete and total drag. I feel like a good hundred to 200 pages could’ve been removed. The end of the book make up for it though. I’ll probably read the next one.
0 🌶️
I was very close to not finishing this book. I thought the first book was decent but the first 60% of this book was a complete and total drag. I feel like a good hundred to 200 pages could’ve been removed. The end of the book make up for it though. I’ll probably read the next one.
0 🌶️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Hate crime, Physical abuse, Violence, Police brutality, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Classism
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Incest, Mental illness, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual assault, Murder
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Good continuation of first book with interesting character development and tons of sexual tension. This book felt like it focused on character relationships and minor plot advancement for a majority of the story, but some fun twists and major plot reveals at points. Made me want to start the next right away.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Violence, War
Minor: Sexual content
adventurous
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Death of parent, Classism
Moderate: Death, War, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child abuse
adventurous
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Great second installment for this series! The plot is amazing, love the characters, and the pacing was good. There was still some obvious telling and foreshadowing, but not as much as the first book. There were even some twists I didn't see coming! I will say though that the FMC may bring out some strong emotions for you. I felt actual rage at some of her decisions and found her immensely annoying at some parts. However, I also found her super relatable and can't say that I fully disliked her. It's quite the conundrum. Either way, this was an enjoyable read and I would recommend. Luther is everything 😍
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Violence, Death of parent