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rebellkatten's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
hannybananny's review
4.0
This AUTHOR I am obsessed with her work! I love that all her books are in the same character universe. And, they’re so well-written I feel like I’m there with them.
poppymonster's review
4.0
heroine a bit feisty for me.
I came back to read this book after Robin’s second book so I wouldn’t spoil the story for myself. Tori is usually the kind of FMC I stay FAR far away from and ventures into asshole territory frequently. She also strayed dangerously into “I’m not like other girls” territory a few times. However, she at least had some redeeming qualities and the world building was fabulous. I’m hoping we get more info in future books about what shaped Tori to be who she is.
I came back to read this book after Robin’s second book so I wouldn’t spoil the story for myself. Tori is usually the kind of FMC I stay FAR far away from and ventures into asshole territory frequently. She also strayed dangerously into “I’m not like other girls” territory a few times. However, she at least had some redeeming qualities and the world building was fabulous. I’m hoping we get more info in future books about what shaped Tori to be who she is.
mellhay's review
3.0
I found I really liked this story and not too long into the book, Tori had grown on me and so did Aaron and I actually felt bad for them after her walk home that one night.
Don't let the beginning discourage you. It was okay, a little slow to getting into what the world really is in the book. The first chapter gives us a view of Tori's personality but it didn't really make me curious or invested in her or the world.
But when Tori finds her place with people that don't take crap, I started to enjoy her personality much more. Seeing her with people who dished back to her the same retorts she made, that was fun. And seeing what she does... lol, made for fun banter.
There is a growing relationship with Tori and the characters, and a potential love interest. Though, the love interest is a side to the story of Tori finding her place. I will say for a moment I was worried this was going to turn into a reverse harem story, but it didn't. And I went looking and saw the author mentioned on Goodreads in the 2nd books description that it's NOT a reverse harem just fun. So that made me feel better. (I just wasn't looking for reverse harem stories at this time, I just wanted witty fun.)
We see Tori find her way to getting into all sorts of trouble with Aaron, Kai, and Esra. I've seen reviews that talk about Tori being a damsel in distress. I didn't see that in her. She's a damaged character, yes. She has her own distrusts to work through. But she actually runs into trouble. Trouble that she's not really prepared to deal with. She's human, and she jumps into magical fights. So as much as she does do, she does need help from those around her. She can do so much, but when it comes to magic and getting deep, as a human she's not able to compare. But she does stand for herself. And I love that the male characters see her for this. NEVER do they degrade her for being human or lacking. They point out what she does and the facts. This pleased me.
I will be picking up the next audiobooks to listen to. I enjoyed seeing the world created here and I'm curious about what Tori will get into next with Aaron, Kai, and Esra on their outings tracking rogue mages.
Don't let the beginning discourage you. It was okay, a little slow to getting into what the world really is in the book. The first chapter gives us a view of Tori's personality but it didn't really make me curious or invested in her or the world.
But when Tori finds her place with people that don't take crap, I started to enjoy her personality much more. Seeing her with people who dished back to her the same retorts she made, that was fun. And seeing what she does... lol, made for fun banter.
There is a growing relationship with Tori and the characters, and a potential love interest. Though, the love interest is a side to the story of Tori finding her place. I will say for a moment I was worried this was going to turn into a reverse harem story, but it didn't. And I went looking and saw the author mentioned on Goodreads in the 2nd books description that it's NOT a reverse harem just fun. So that made me feel better. (I just wasn't looking for reverse harem stories at this time, I just wanted witty fun.)
We see Tori find her way to getting into all sorts of trouble with Aaron, Kai, and Esra. I've seen reviews that talk about Tori being a damsel in distress. I didn't see that in her. She's a damaged character, yes. She has her own distrusts to work through. But she actually runs into trouble. Trouble that she's not really prepared to deal with. She's human, and she jumps into magical fights. So as much as she does do, she does need help from those around her. She can do so much, but when it comes to magic and getting deep, as a human she's not able to compare. But she does stand for herself. And I love that the male characters see her for this. NEVER do they degrade her for being human or lacking. They point out what she does and the facts. This pleased me.
I will be picking up the next audiobooks to listen to. I enjoyed seeing the world created here and I'm curious about what Tori will get into next with Aaron, Kai, and Esra on their outings tracking rogue mages.
janeeivorie's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
rainbow_kitten_five's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
abigailhartnett's review
5.0
The Guild Codex series is long. Dozens of books long. And I already wanted to re-read not even 2 years later. Probably one of my favorite series ever, and one of my favorite authors. Drop your other books and read these stat!
kitstercronk's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
You know that feeling when you've discovered another author who you know you'll want to read EVERYTHING by? This book gave me that.
Tori accidentally ends up a bartender in a paranormal bounty hunter HQ. She's a basic human (with supreme snark and stubborness abilities, but no magical talent) navigating this new (to her) world of magic. And trying to pay rent and be a functional adult.
Paranormal urban fantasy with a pinch of romantic tension, found family vibes, and a compelling mystery / action plot? SIGN ME UP.
I am a little disappointed to have googled ahead and found out this isn't a RH (reverse harem) series, because with multiple love interests in this book, it definitely has that potential. But I'm just happy that so far it doesn't seem to have a cringy love triangle plot, even with multiple potential romantic interests.
The romance is also definitely a sub plot, this is not a romantasy, and no spice beyond kissing in this first book.
Tori accidentally ends up a bartender in a paranormal bounty hunter HQ. She's a basic human (with supreme snark and stubborness abilities, but no magical talent) navigating this new (to her) world of magic. And trying to pay rent and be a functional adult.
Paranormal urban fantasy with a pinch of romantic tension, found family vibes, and a compelling mystery / action plot? SIGN ME UP.
I am a little disappointed to have googled ahead and found out this isn't a RH (reverse harem) series, because with multiple love interests in this book, it definitely has that potential. But I'm just happy that so far it doesn't seem to have a cringy love triangle plot, even with multiple potential romantic interests.
The romance is also definitely a sub plot, this is not a romantasy, and no spice beyond kissing in this first book.