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mnwakeford's review against another edition
4.0
This was an interesting dystopian romance set in a future where most of the planet has been destroyed by mankind, and what's left of it is now ruled by women, except for a small enclave where men still reign supreme. While there was good world building and a sweet romance, I find myself strangely unenthusiastic about continuing on with further installments in this series.
alexsaslibrary's review against another edition
1.0
i'm not even ashamed to say that.... i don't get this? not sure if it's a caricature of anti-men hyperfeminist vegans OR the brutish sexist patriarchy
fuck this might be the bane of feminism despite the "who run the world? girls!" prompt fr the sexism is strong in this one it was actually insane ? what's up with that ? is it supposed to get better IS THERE A LESSON HERE
boulder reading 400ish year old smut is the only nice thing
fuck this might be the bane of feminism despite the "who run the world? girls!" prompt fr the sexism is strong in this one it was actually insane ? what's up with that ? is it supposed to get better IS THERE A LESSON HERE
boulder reading 400ish year old smut is the only nice thing
rellimreads's review against another edition
2.0
Audible Escape. ebook also available via Kindle Unlimited.
I actually sat on this a bit after finishing it before writing my review. While I did finish the audiobook, ultimately I was underwhelmed. It started out with a somewhat interesting premise, but the world building never came together as cohesively as I had hoped and bogged down the story quite a bit. While the characters were in their 30s, it had a distinctly YA/NA feel to it in regards to conversations, interactions, & maturity. As an archaeologist, Christina was completely unwilling to have any understanding or compassion for a different society's way of life. She constantly belittled not only the NMen as a people, but complained about them personally, including constantly disparaging Boulder's looks. Despite having a sexual relationship and spending nearly the entire book together ~ I never actually felt real chemistry or romance between Christina and Boulder. There were a lot of sex scenes, but most felt almost clinical in interaction and description.
It's likely the narration is the reason I finished this. Both Noelle Bridges and John Masterson did an excellent job and I'd definitely listen to more by either of them.
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I actually sat on this a bit after finishing it before writing my review. While I did finish the audiobook, ultimately I was underwhelmed. It started out with a somewhat interesting premise, but the world building never came together as cohesively as I had hoped and bogged down the story quite a bit. While the characters were in their 30s, it had a distinctly YA/NA feel to it in regards to conversations, interactions, & maturity. As an archaeologist, Christina was completely unwilling to have any understanding or compassion for a different society's way of life. She constantly belittled not only the NMen as a people, but complained about them personally, including constantly disparaging Boulder's looks. Despite having a sexual relationship and spending nearly the entire book together ~ I never actually felt real chemistry or romance between Christina and Boulder. There were a lot of sex scenes, but most felt almost clinical in interaction and description.
It's likely the narration is the reason I finished this. Both Noelle Bridges and John Masterson did an excellent job and I'd definitely listen to more by either of them.
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There were several instances of dubious consent that were passed off as "romance".lifeinthebooklane's review against another edition
5.0
Let's just say that I loved this book so much I couldn't wait for some guests to leave our house so that I could get back to the story. It really was a book I just didn't want to put down.
Christina is an adventurous soul and rashly decides to head out to the Northlands where men are men and women are rare and prized possessions. There she is placed under the protection of Boulder, a sexy beast of a man who challenges all her thoughts about sex, relationships and what makes a man. They both have very stereotypical views of the others culture and society, and both have to adapt their ways in order to keep Christina safe.
The story has some thought provoking parts, some humorous scenes (particularly between Khan and Pearl) and plenty of steamy, hot chemistry. The book is extremely well written with a story that is engaging and draws you in so that you live and feel along with the characters. The plot moves along at a good pace, the characters are both interesting and likeable and the style of writing is smooth, flowing and very easy to read.
I can't wait to see where Ms Peer takes these books and will now be waiting with baited breath for book 2.
Christina is an adventurous soul and rashly decides to head out to the Northlands where men are men and women are rare and prized possessions. There she is placed under the protection of Boulder, a sexy beast of a man who challenges all her thoughts about sex, relationships and what makes a man. They both have very stereotypical views of the others culture and society, and both have to adapt their ways in order to keep Christina safe.
The story has some thought provoking parts, some humorous scenes (particularly between Khan and Pearl) and plenty of steamy, hot chemistry. The book is extremely well written with a story that is engaging and draws you in so that you live and feel along with the characters. The plot moves along at a good pace, the characters are both interesting and likeable and the style of writing is smooth, flowing and very easy to read.
I can't wait to see where Ms Peer takes these books and will now be waiting with baited breath for book 2.
jamiedencklau's review
The representation of the future was really forced and weird. Might have worked better as another planet/timeline
gwynt's review against another edition
3.0
Not a bad read. Interesting idea and concept however, i felt this book suffered from trying to deliver a point about feminism while still attracting readers who dig "bodice rippers" ... In the end I felt it slightly incomplete on both ends. The audiobook was fairly well done.
eg_m's review against another edition
3.0
Highly rated by a friend, I found this more alternate history/fantasy than scifi. Parts of it are creatively brilliant with the 400-year future world confusing 20th/21st century pop-culture with history. The basic premise of the battle of the sexes was intriguing, but a bit trite. The female dominated territories are so overly sensitive they are stifling while the male-dominated territories thrive on violence, drinking, and minimal grooming. I also had some trouble with idea that Christina - a trained archaeologist - would be so clueless.
That said, the conflict in the set-up gave rise to some LOL moments, and the romance between Christina and Boulder both believable and nicely steamy.
That said, the conflict in the set-up gave rise to some LOL moments, and the romance between Christina and Boulder both believable and nicely steamy.
wintergirl94's review against another edition
4.0
I will start this by saying that if you’re looking for a feminist extravaganza, this ain’t it.
However once I just accepted it for what it is, I LOVED this. Real escapism and I will for sure be carrying on the series.
I listening on audio and the narrators were awesome.
However once I just accepted it for what it is, I LOVED this. Real escapism and I will for sure be carrying on the series.
I listening on audio and the narrators were awesome.
frenchpressbookworm's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
This was different and surprisingly really good. The H was sweet and possessive without being OTT and the h was for the most part like able. I enjoyed the crazy cast of characters and the world that was painted. This future is crazy
This was different and surprisingly really good. The H was sweet and possessive without being OTT and the h was for the most part like able. I enjoyed the crazy cast of characters and the world that was painted. This future is crazy