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annettebooksofhopeanddreams's review
4.0
After reading the prequel to this story, which was actually a novella in another series, I got quite curious about this book. All the ingredients were there. There is an amazing world, with amazing mythology and loads of supernatural creatures. There are some amazing characters, layered and gray and therefore interesting to read about. And there is a great plot, a curse that needs to be broken. I therefore couldn't wait to dive into this arc.
Most of those amazing ingredients were there again. I quite enjoyed how many different supernatural creatures and supernatural species we met in this book. The possibilities in this world are endless and as a reader you never know what's gonna be waiting for you in the next chapter. At times, however, it does feel like a little much. As if the author tried to show too much in this story and therefore the world is a little all over the place.
The same can be said about the plot. The plot is great. There is a curse that needs to be broken and the main characters are quite motivated to break that curse as soon as possible. However, I think that some parts of the plot are solved too soon and then a new plot is introduced. It therefore feels a little like the characters are rushing from one plot and threat into the next one. I personally would have liked a little more connection between all those issues.
However, I quite enjoyed reading about these characters again. That's mostly because these characters are not perfect. Sometimes they make mistakes, sometimes they do the wrong things, sometimes they go too far, sometimes they lose themselves a little. It makes them interesting and it also makes their romance interesting. It's quite clear that when they choose the other they will not choose for just good and happy. They will also take the bad with it. And I like that!
Most of those amazing ingredients were there again. I quite enjoyed how many different supernatural creatures and supernatural species we met in this book. The possibilities in this world are endless and as a reader you never know what's gonna be waiting for you in the next chapter. At times, however, it does feel like a little much. As if the author tried to show too much in this story and therefore the world is a little all over the place.
The same can be said about the plot. The plot is great. There is a curse that needs to be broken and the main characters are quite motivated to break that curse as soon as possible. However, I think that some parts of the plot are solved too soon and then a new plot is introduced. It therefore feels a little like the characters are rushing from one plot and threat into the next one. I personally would have liked a little more connection between all those issues.
However, I quite enjoyed reading about these characters again. That's mostly because these characters are not perfect. Sometimes they make mistakes, sometimes they do the wrong things, sometimes they go too far, sometimes they lose themselves a little. It makes them interesting and it also makes their romance interesting. It's quite clear that when they choose the other they will not choose for just good and happy. They will also take the bad with it. And I like that!
la_vampiresa's review
4.0
Before reading this one, I highly recommend reading the Prequel novella "Mystic Realms" or there will be a bit confusion. It took a little for me to get into this but the writing style, world building and character development is absolutely fantastic. Lisa is such a fun character to follow. I love that this is a new approach to the apocalypse. There's action, mythology, complex characters. If that's up your alley, than this is the perfect series for you.
belindaclemons_123's review
5.0
I was very happy with this book. It is beautifully written and had me emotional at some parts. Looking forward to more .
chelsiweddle94's review
5.0
I cried. That ending man. I was so happy to see Joo-won was okay!! Like that almost killed me with yuri I just ugh this book was amazing and I love Lisa and Joo-won and the after The Event world. Absolutely incredible!!
bookwormbunny's review
4.0
Lightning and Curses is the first book in C.C. Solomon's Paranormal Lands series, and before you jump into this book, if you haven't read the prequel novella then I highly recommend you read it otherwise you are going to be super lost and it's going to take you a minute to get into the storyline.
Lightning and Curses is a good story overall. The beginning is a bit slow for my taste and it takes me a bit to get into the story, but once I do I really enjoy it overall. I have to say that I had mixed feelings about Lisa. I appreciate that the author doesn't write her as a typical "sassy" character who decides that now is the perfect time to push buttons, get under someone's skin and just be plain downright irritating. Lisa is sensible and knows when to put a question on pause for a later time and not to push when surrounded by mixed (friends and enemies) company. The back and forth mental gymnastics she has though are a bit tiring when it comes to her interest in Joo-won. I just want her to own it and be done with it. LOL!
There are some aspects of the story that I didn't fully enjoy, but I think that as the series progresses I'll like it more. I really do feel that even with the prequel I need to read the other series that this series is connected to in a way. This series is supposed to be a "stand-alone" but I feel that they are still connected and that reading the other series will help a lot.
All in all, I'm rating this book 4 out of 5 stars. If you enjoy paranormal romance novels then this book is a good pick.
Lightning and Curses is a good story overall. The beginning is a bit slow for my taste and it takes me a bit to get into the story, but once I do I really enjoy it overall. I have to say that I had mixed feelings about Lisa. I appreciate that the author doesn't write her as a typical "sassy" character who decides that now is the perfect time to push buttons, get under someone's skin and just be plain downright irritating. Lisa is sensible and knows when to put a question on pause for a later time and not to push when surrounded by mixed (friends and enemies) company. The back and forth mental gymnastics she has though are a bit tiring when it comes to her interest in Joo-won. I just want her to own it and be done with it. LOL!
There are some aspects of the story that I didn't fully enjoy, but I think that as the series progresses I'll like it more. I really do feel that even with the prequel I need to read the other series that this series is connected to in a way. This series is supposed to be a "stand-alone" but I feel that they are still connected and that reading the other series will help a lot.
All in all, I'm rating this book 4 out of 5 stars. If you enjoy paranormal romance novels then this book is a good pick.
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