Scan barcode
katvou's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Gore, Physical abuse, Torture, Grief, Gaslighting, and War
Minor: Toxic relationship and Toxic friendship
noellelovesbooks's review against another edition
3.5
Content Warnings: Physical abuse, emotional/mental abuse, confinement, toxic relationships, toxic friendships, sexual content, violence, blood, murder, death, gaslighting, forced substance abuse, sexual assault, and loss of body autonomy.
This was a buddy read pick with some friends ^^
Total honestly...the MC drove me batty...a lot. I think I'm just used to reading mentally strong women regardless of circumstance or physical limitations...I personally hate the years that I felt weak and unable to escape my own nightmare...so it's really hard for me to see fictional women who remind me of that 😅
The history and lore is interesting in this universe...really hoping as the series continues we get more and more information. Also can't wait to see our MC's evolution to finding she's strong and has been strong the entire time.
I feel like there were still too many mysteries left in this first book...like I expect some from a first book but I felt like I needed a few more questions answered in order to feel more invested in the story. I do look forward to reading the second book and hopefully finding what I need to fully be invested and cheering for the characters. 🤞🏽
This was a buddy read pick with some friends ^^
Total honestly...the MC drove me batty...a lot. I think I'm just used to reading mentally strong women regardless of circumstance or physical limitations...I personally hate the years that I felt weak and unable to escape my own nightmare...so it's really hard for me to see fictional women who remind me of that 😅
The history and lore is interesting in this universe...really hoping as the series continues we get more and more information. Also can't wait to see our MC's evolution to finding she's strong and has been strong the entire time.
I feel like there were still too many mysteries left in this first book...like I expect some from a first book but I felt like I needed a few more questions answered in order to feel more invested in the story. I do look forward to reading the second book and hopefully finding what I need to fully be invested and cheering for the characters. 🤞🏽
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Murder, Gaslighting, and Toxic friendship
bellebookcorner's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Read this dark fantasy romance if you like;
• Villain gets the girl
• Star-Crossed lovers
• Vampires, Fae, Celestials
• Twists & Secrets
This is the first time I read a book by this author.
The plot is interesting and also action-packed, I was intrigued the whole time I read this book. The world building is also fascinating with different type of supernatural creatures living in the same world.
The characters are pretty well developed and likeable except for one character, Nyte. He’s still mysterious right until the end because his secrets are like onions – layers upon layers. His character really confuse me, I still can’t seem to understand where he stand and his relationship with Aestrea as well. I hope their romantic relationship will grow in the next book.
While I like some elements from this book, some parts are hard to envision which left me feeling confuse sometimes. I also wish there's more background story about what happen in the past which causes Aestrea to lose her memories because I think it played a big part in understanding Aestrea's situation.
Overall, it’s a pretty good read. It ended with quite a huge cliff-hanger it’s making me wish I have book 2. I'll keep an eye out for the sequel when it comes out because I need some answers.
Huge thank you to Book of Matches Media and author for giving me an e-ARC of the book and for having me on this book tour. I’m leaving this review voluntarily!
• Villain gets the girl
• Star-Crossed lovers
• Vampires, Fae, Celestials
• Twists & Secrets
This is the first time I read a book by this author.
The plot is interesting and also action-packed, I was intrigued the whole time I read this book. The world building is also fascinating with different type of supernatural creatures living in the same world.
The characters are pretty well developed and likeable except for one character, Nyte. He’s still mysterious right until the end because his secrets are like onions – layers upon layers. His character really confuse me, I still can’t seem to understand where he stand and his relationship with Aestrea as well. I hope their romantic relationship will grow in the next book.
While I like some elements from this book, some parts are hard to envision which left me feeling confuse sometimes. I also wish there's more background story about what happen in the past which causes Aestrea to lose her memories because I think it played a big part in understanding Aestrea's situation.
Overall, it’s a pretty good read. It ended with quite a huge cliff-hanger it’s making me wish I have book 2. I'll keep an eye out for the sequel when it comes out because I need some answers.
Huge thank you to Book of Matches Media and author for giving me an e-ARC of the book and for having me on this book tour. I’m leaving this review voluntarily!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Grief
Moderate: Gore and Violence
nytefall_library's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Chloe has done it again. This is a compelling fantasy story loosely based on the Greek mythology of Astraea.
We follow Astraea as she learns who she is with the aid of Nyte. When something happens she must enter a game to find the truth.
There are twists and turns and once you think you know something, it turns into something else. If you want a story that keeps you on your toes and wanting more, this is the book for you.
You’ve got some spice, romance, friendships, trials, vampires, fae and do much more.
Please check the trigger warning.
We follow Astraea as she learns who she is with the aid of Nyte. When something happens she must enter a game to find the truth.
There are twists and turns and once you think you know something, it turns into something else. If you want a story that keeps you on your toes and wanting more, this is the book for you.
You’ve got some spice, romance, friendships, trials, vampires, fae and do much more.
Please check the trigger warning.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual content, and Blood
Moderate: Toxic relationship