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mnwakeford's review against another edition
3.0
This was an entertaining read, very gripping at times, with swashbuckling romance aplenty. And yet... Firstly, the book was way too long. And after slogging through 900+ pages, I felt I deserved a proper conclusion. Instead, it was quite clear that the author meant to carry on the saga beyond this already epic read, and - checking the length of the next novel in the series - make us slog through another 900+ pages for the next one too, something I don't have the time or inclination to do. This means I am left slightly unsatisfied with the ambiguous ending of this first novel. I feel a bit cheated, if I'm honest, considering the number of hours I invested reading this (over the course of one whole weekend).
Apparently, there are 9 very long books in this saga. I can't think that any story can be sustained for that length without becoming either repetitive or boring. What a pity the author has given in to such self-indulgence.
Apparently, there are 9 very long books in this saga. I can't think that any story can be sustained for that length without becoming either repetitive or boring. What a pity the author has given in to such self-indulgence.
kjgeiger's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
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? Yes
5.0
holly0213's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
holidaygrace's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
melissa_kelbley's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
5.0
dowryofbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
tense
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? Yes
5.0
middleburybooks's review
5.0
Beautifully written! I usually prefer romance novels with more fantasy but would recommend this to anyone who enjoys historical romance.
lindsayaunderwood's review
4.0
I really loved this storyline and book. Problem: you should definitely be aware that there are graphic scenes of violence and rape. I think this book would be extremely triggering for many women.
That said, I don't think there was anything worse than a book like Game of Thrones as far as some of the themes. Plus, there are actually lovely parts of the story as well (as opposed to something like GOT).
That said, I don't think there was anything worse than a book like Game of Thrones as far as some of the themes. Plus, there are actually lovely parts of the story as well (as opposed to something like GOT).
dimannovl's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0