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ibjilln's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.25
I started off excited to read this as a fun light-hearted rom-com but that it was not.
Instead it was 368 pages of how much the FMC hates various aspects of herself and how, weirdly, every one seems to hate her - or have a weird hangup about her. I didn't get it at all.
There was a few nice bits - namely the parts with the history around the tower and its contents but the rest was a bore.
As for the romance? Where? It was worse than a hallmark channel Christmas movie -- the MC love interest was barely in it and spent 90% of the time just leaving Maggie behind without explanation. It would've been more believable if the FMC fell in love with the Ravenmaster for how much focus was on the Ravens and weird coded messages every few chapters.
Disappointing overall.
Instead it was 368 pages of how much the FMC hates various aspects of herself and how, weirdly, every one seems to hate her - or have a weird hangup about her. I didn't get it at all.
There was a few nice bits - namely the parts with the history around the tower and its contents but the rest was a bore.
As for the romance? Where? It was worse than a hallmark channel Christmas movie -- the MC love interest was barely in it and spent 90% of the time just leaving Maggie behind without explanation. It would've been more believable if the FMC fell in love with the Ravenmaster for how much focus was on the Ravens and weird coded messages every few chapters.
Disappointing overall.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Vomit, Grief, Dysphoria, Gaslighting, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Infidelity
Minor: Classism
signebrum's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.5
What a treat this book is! Such a light, fun read that had me giggling out loud to myself. This book is not a literary masterpiece. There are a few times when description gets repetitive, but honestly, the story is too cute to really mind.
Also, I love how the story takes place at the Tower of London, it’s always a treat. I did find the ending a bit rushed - a few more chapters would be appreciated, but overall the ending is satisfying
Also, I love how the story takes place at the Tower of London, it’s always a treat. I did find the ending a bit rushed - a few more chapters would be appreciated, but overall the ending is satisfying
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Minor: Vomit and Toxic relationship
sophieamreacher's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
slow-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? It's complicated
4.5
I really loved this book and I’ve totally got a crush on Freddie. I loved the setting and the other characters like the raven master. I will most likely reread this as a comfort read since I enjoyed it so much.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Vomit, Death, Death of parent, and Grief
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, Fatphobia, and Bullying
1nky25's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Vomit
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