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captwinghead's review against another edition
4.0
I’m still enjoying this series more than I expected to!
It’s an erotic fantasy BL story with a plot that’s as interesting as the romance progressing between the 2 main characters. I feel like the feelings between progressed at a reasonable speed and I liked seeing them come to care and protect each other. Excited to read the next one!
It’s an erotic fantasy BL story with a plot that’s as interesting as the romance progressing between the 2 main characters. I feel like the feelings between progressed at a reasonable speed and I liked seeing them come to care and protect each other. Excited to read the next one!
heyjudy's review
4.0
~4/5
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]
I wasn’t expecting this series to be so… intense. Or plot driven. I’m surprised by it, but enjoying it. This series is turning out to be much better done than I thought it would be.
First, I love the attraction between Havi and Vald. It’s intense. And very smutty. And I love the smut, I must admit. (It also includes some tentacle-like things, once both in this volume and the first one. It was a surprise, and a little intense, but also a little humorous when the author mentions it in her notes.) But I’m just plain enjoying seeing their attraction build, Vald being confused and conflicted, and Havi feeling a little possessive.
I like both of them on their own, too. Havi is fun, and is given most comedic opportunities, which I like. Vald is a good guy, very sweet, and I’m looking forward to seeing his feelings for Havi really develop.
The plot took some surprising turns in this volume, including some kidnappings. Vald got to take advantage of his curse, though, and that should lead to some good things. I’m not going to spoil any of who’s behind it, also because we’re just starting to get a glimpse of it. I’m intrigued to see where it all leads next.
I’m surprised by how much I’m enjoying this series, but I really am. I will be reading the next volume soon, and kind of dread the long waiting period that is to come.
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]
I wasn’t expecting this series to be so… intense. Or plot driven. I’m surprised by it, but enjoying it. This series is turning out to be much better done than I thought it would be.
First, I love the attraction between Havi and Vald. It’s intense. And very smutty. And I love the smut, I must admit. (It also includes some tentacle-like things, once both in this volume and the first one. It was a surprise, and a little intense, but also a little humorous when the author mentions it in her notes.) But I’m just plain enjoying seeing their attraction build, Vald being confused and conflicted, and Havi feeling a little possessive.
I like both of them on their own, too. Havi is fun, and is given most comedic opportunities, which I like. Vald is a good guy, very sweet, and I’m looking forward to seeing his feelings for Havi really develop.
The plot took some surprising turns in this volume, including some kidnappings. Vald got to take advantage of his curse, though, and that should lead to some good things. I’m not going to spoil any of who’s behind it, also because we’re just starting to get a glimpse of it. I’m intrigued to see where it all leads next.
I’m surprised by how much I’m enjoying this series, but I really am. I will be reading the next volume soon, and kind of dread the long waiting period that is to come.
niovski's review
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
jay_mack9712's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
That was incredible! So much to process that happened in such a short time! The teasing of romance! The protectiveness and possessiveness! The details in the drawings! And the angst and drama and plot thickening right along side ..... ;)
novelbloglover's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Book Review
Title: Crimson Spell Vol. 2 by Ayano Yamane
Genre: Fantasy, Romance, LGBT
Rating: 4.5 Stars
As Vald and Havin continue on their journey to break the curse, they are unaware that they are being tracked by one of the sorcerers since Havi stole some very important books from them. On the route, the come across a man being attacked by monsters and they save him, he claims to have been a swordsman to a noble man but ends up stealing from them in order to buy his sword back. Enraged, Havi wants to track him down so they set off only to come upon a town being ravaged by monsters.
The pair immediately up in to help but Havi is aware that someone powerful is watching them but he has no idea who. While rescuing the town, Vald is going out of control due to the mass of negative energy and Havi kisses him to calm the beast but as Vald is in control now the demon, he runs away. Havi continues fighting the monsters but is attacked by a demon and marked, during their fight he learns that this demon and its master are after Vald and the demon bound to him.
Vald arrives and the battle increases to save Vald from being taken Havi pushes him aside and is taken in his place to Vald’s horror. Havi in the clutches of this pair is tortured to the point that he isn’t aware of what he is doing and when Vald finally catches Havi’s scent the demon takes over. In his demon form Vald is able to find the place where they are hiding but Havi isn’t the same and he ends up being captured as well. When Havi goes to the cell, the demon awakens and injures Havi which seems to break the hold on him but now they have to escape from the demon and its master as well as repair the relationship between them.
daniela_endless_tbr's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/6.
🌶️🌶️/5.
I’m loving this!
Habi is in a dire situation and Vald is coming to the rescue but what’s the sacrifice for it… reading the next volume right away
🌶️🌶️/5.
I’m loving this!
Habi is in a dire situation and Vald is coming to the rescue but what’s the sacrifice for it… reading the next volume right away
jljaina's review
3.0
Much like volume 1 of this series the artwork enchants me once more. It is the biggest asset this series starts. I love looking at each image. Especially Vald in his demon form. He gets the most delicious markings!
The story is still sadly lacking. We get a bit of a better feel for Havi and Vald. Havi seems to really like taking advantage of Vald in his demon form. I can't help but wonder how Vald will react when he finds out. I am still questioning and wondering at Havi's role in everything. I want to trust him, but as of this volume I just can't. How he uses Vald against his knowledge does not help.
My favorite series character, Rulca plays such a small role but I love him. I want more of him. Keep an eye on Vald, Rulca!
I really hope the story picks up the pace soon. If not for the gorgeous artwork I would have given up on this series. If just has not grabbed me yet. I see potential but it is just invisible right now. I hope volume 3 pulls things together more.
***Please note, this is a mature, ages 18+ Yaoi.***
*I received an ecopy of this volume from Viz Media via Edelweiss in exchange for a fair, honest review. All opinions expressed are strictly my own.*
The story is still sadly lacking. We get a bit of a better feel for Havi and Vald. Havi seems to really like taking advantage of Vald in his demon form. I can't help but wonder how Vald will react when he finds out. I am still questioning and wondering at Havi's role in everything. I want to trust him, but as of this volume I just can't. How he uses Vald against his knowledge does not help.
My favorite series character, Rulca plays such a small role but I love him. I want more of him. Keep an eye on Vald, Rulca!
I really hope the story picks up the pace soon. If not for the gorgeous artwork I would have given up on this series. If just has not grabbed me yet. I see potential but it is just invisible right now. I hope volume 3 pulls things together more.
***Please note, this is a mature, ages 18+ Yaoi.***
*I received an ecopy of this volume from Viz Media via Edelweiss in exchange for a fair, honest review. All opinions expressed are strictly my own.*
lizzzardbean's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
taciturn_sprocket's review against another edition
4.0
I have a deep and stupid love for this series. It defies explanation.
intheblackout's review
3.0
I kind of lost interest in this series here. The art style is not to my taste and the 'plot' is pretty basic. I'll try out volume 3 sometime but it's not high on my list.