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4ny's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
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? No
5.0
greystory's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
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? It's complicated
5.0
The character development in this one was great! I especially liked that the book opens with a prologue that revisits earlier events from Erusha's perspective so the reader 1) gets a reminder that Erusha had some rather unsavory goals and did some terrible things, and 2) can more easily compare how much he's changed already in the weeks/months since then.
Nakkov and Telisa's development was more about their own insecurities and self-doubts but were handled decently well. The whole inner angst can get annoying, especially with two characters, but it never got to that point for me. They both had really valid reasons for their hesitation and were able to eventually talk it out and agree to work on it. There could have been better communication among all of them at times but the book does have them being increasing open and honest with each other as the book progressed and their relationship strengthens as the communication does (wow!).
The character development I was not prepared for was General Brega. It was kind of subtle but I think anything more than that might have been stretching the limits of believability. As it stands, it worked really well and was touching. Towards the end of the book there's a very brief bit where Telisa talks with Brin about Brega and it got me seriously teary-eyed.
The plot. The plot had more action than I anticipated and had a lot of political intrigue and mystery going on, which was fun. There were some really awful moments that I did not enjoy but certainly added to the severity of the political machinations and war going on, though.
I don't understand the authors' insistent focus on the double penetration with little to no preparation. Also why is it always right away and why is it performed to the exclusion of everything else? Like there's more to life than sticking a dick in a hoohah, ya'll, come on. Three people can lead to numerous positions and options yet you always go for the same one every time! Live a little! Try some variety!! ugh
Okay I wrote that after the first spice scene and then I'm happy to report later spice scenes do, in fact, live a little and have some variety. Thank you!
Putting this behind spoilers because it's from the Epilogue.
FINALLY, an alien romance that takes volunteers ready for alien mates!! </spoilers>
I was surprised and disappointed the author's note mentions only one more book planned for this series. What about all the other characters that have been introduced with hints at them also being mates? They state they'll be doing more books in this universe, which is great, but damn I'm into THIS series now!
Nakkov and Telisa's development was more about their own insecurities and self-doubts but were handled decently well. The whole inner angst can get annoying, especially with two characters, but it never got to that point for me. They both had really valid reasons for their hesitation and were able to eventually talk it out and agree to work on it. There could have been better communication among all of them at times but the book does have them being increasing open and honest with each other as the book progressed and their relationship strengthens as the communication does (wow!).
The character development I was not prepared for was General Brega. It was kind of subtle but I think anything more than that might have been stretching the limits of believability. As it stands, it worked really well and was touching. Towards the end of the book there's a very brief bit where Telisa talks with Brin about Brega and it got me seriously teary-eyed.
The plot. The plot had more action than I anticipated and had a lot of political intrigue and mystery going on, which was fun. There were some really awful moments that I did not enjoy but certainly added to the severity of the political machinations and war going on, though.
I don't understand the authors' insistent focus on the double penetration with little to no preparation. Also why is it always right away and why is it performed to the exclusion of everything else? Like there's more to life than sticking a dick in a hoohah, ya'll, come on. Three people can lead to numerous positions and options yet you always go for the same one every time! Live a little! Try some variety!! ugh
Okay I wrote that after the first spice scene and then I'm happy to report later spice scenes do, in fact, live a little and have some variety. Thank you!
Putting this behind spoilers because it's from the Epilogue.
I was surprised and disappointed the author's note mentions only one more book planned for this series. What about all the other characters that have been introduced with hints at them also being mates? They state they'll be doing more books in this universe, which is great, but damn I'm into THIS series now!
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Sexual content, Murder, Xenophobia, and Violence
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Gun violence, Death of parent, and Grief
Minor: Racism
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