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rai_ishardtoplease's review
i get that he’s Scottish or whatever, but… omfg why is his dialogue written like that?????
never again.
never
ever
again.
never again.
never
ever
again.
mxgremlin's review
adventurous
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
dembury's review
4.0
Okay, this was actually a lot of fun to read! The two main characters are so well suited to each other on many levels, (although admittedly I'm a sucker for a monster x monster situation) and seeing them get under on another's tough exterior was delightful. Their witty banter was one of the best parts of the story.
The two main downsides for personally were the whole scene where there's a whole moment of "I wOn'T bE aBlE tO sToP mYsElF!!" which is a cringy trope that I find a little problematic, as well as the epilogue being one of those cozy little domestic "holiday" scenes. It just felt quite jarring slapping that epilogue on, especially after that final chapter.
But still, overall, lots of fun, and I actually enjoyed it much more than I anticipated.
The two main downsides for personally were the whole scene where there's a whole moment of "I wOn'T bE aBlE tO sToP mYsElF!!" which is a cringy trope that I find a little problematic, as well as the epilogue being one of those cozy little domestic "holiday" scenes. It just felt quite jarring slapping that epilogue on, especially after that final chapter.
But still, overall, lots of fun, and I actually enjoyed it much more than I anticipated.
mickey_d's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It’s a solid little novella! I loved the characters; they’re fantastical and interesting. I just felt like I was missing bits and pieces of the story, but I think that’s because of the length. It felt like there was a lot I missed because I’m not familiar with pagan gods and goddesses and associated stories.
kate_cafora's review
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
gattolinos_nerdy_nook's review
adventurous
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? It's complicated
4.25
This was a fun read. I liked seeing how the Greek and Celtic mythologies mix together. It makes the world feel more connected and it doesn't have to just be one lot of myths only could be in the world at once.
I also really enjoyed Sthero and Gregor's relationship. It is not sweet or cute but they made me smile and enjoy them in their strange way. I really wanted more after I finished. I could have happily read a book about the sisters, who knows maybe we will get something in the future.
I also really enjoyed Sthero and Gregor's relationship. It is not sweet or cute but they made me smile and enjoy them in their strange way. I really wanted more after I finished. I could have happily read a book about the sisters, who knows maybe we will get something in the future.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Death, and Blood
tayleigh's review
4.0
I really enjoyed this book I think these short smutty romances are really the sweet spots for me. This book was between a gorgon and a Druid both considered monstrous creature who find beauty and respect in each other.
There is some grey area concerning consent a few times that includes an aphrodisiac drug. I am sensitive to that content but it didn’t bother me too much in this book. There was also the threat of an innocent woman being SAed but she is rescued before that occurs.
Those things as well as the whirlwind romance, it takes place in like a few days made me want to drop it a star point.
However, I still really liked it. Both characters were strong and ruthless and powerful and used that with each other to compliment each other. There was an interesting variation in the explicit scenes. Also in such a short book I felt like there was a ton of world building and would love to read more from this author in the future.
There is some grey area concerning consent a few times that includes an aphrodisiac drug. I am sensitive to that content but it didn’t bother me too much in this book. There was also the threat of an innocent woman being SAed but she is rescued before that occurs.
Those things as well as the whirlwind romance, it takes place in like a few days made me want to drop it a star point.
However, I still really liked it. Both characters were strong and ruthless and powerful and used that with each other to compliment each other. There was an interesting variation in the explicit scenes. Also in such a short book I felt like there was a ton of world building and would love to read more from this author in the future.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Sexual content
Minor: Sexual violence
As said in my review there was the threat of sexual assault but it didn’t occur. Also a grey area where drugs were used to manipulate desire.abbeygoess's review
3.0
This was a perfect quick little palette cleanser when I needed a break from the endless angst of the other book I'm reading. I always admire how these KU novellas are able to tell a pretty complete story in so little time.