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luna_lovelace's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.25
I have mixed feelings. While I don't think it was the best book I've read from the series, I do think it had some redeeming qualities.
It tended to drag on, particularly with the numerous shopping scenes. I couldn't help but think that the book could have been shorter if those scenes were cut out.
The book did manage to make me continue disliking Nesta. To be fair, she's not coping well with the aftermath of the war which explains her behavior towards Cassian and others. On the other hand, Cassian deserves much better than what he gets in the book. I have hope that she might be able to turn things around in the next book and prove herself worthy of his love and attention.
I think it's still worth reading, but you wouldn't miss anything if you didn't.
It tended to drag on, particularly with the numerous shopping scenes. I couldn't help but think that the book could have been shorter if those scenes were cut out.
The book did manage to make me continue disliking Nesta. To be fair, she's not coping well with the aftermath of the war which explains her behavior towards Cassian and others. On the other hand, Cassian deserves much better than what he gets in the book. I have hope that she might be able to turn things around in the next book and prove herself worthy of his love and attention.
I think it's still worth reading, but you wouldn't miss anything if you didn't.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Grief
Moderate: Alcohol and Mental illness
Minor: War and Sexual content
elyssajoh's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
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
2.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Blood, and Mental illness
nicnacpattywac's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
yourlocalredpanda's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
smolone13's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Ratings:
Goodreads: 3/5
Storygraph: 3/5
My Rating: 4/5
Synopsis:
A short story on Feyre and Rhysand helping their community/city while also preparing for the Winter Solstice.
My Review:
This is going to be a pretty quick review since it is just on everyone preparing for the Winter Solstice. It delves into not only Feyre’s and Rhysand’s POV but also the side characters, such as Mor and Cassian. It does show for the next book how the war and the change to becoming immortal has effected Nesta, so there is a preview of that, but besides that fact it is just a sweet, simple short read. (It honestly could be skipped if you don’t want to bother since there really isn’t any plot). I did enjoy the short story though. It was like taking a break before reading the behemoth that is A Court of Silver Flames.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Sexual content
cath_reads_books's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-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
4.0
4/5 stars; now to explain why lol.
A lot of people told me they didn’t like this book. After reading it, I can understand why they might not; it’s a different kind of book when compared to the series. This one (at least in my opinion) was meant to show the softer side of some characters as well as shed light on their mental health struggles. It wasn’t meant to be a fantasy novel. It wasn’t meant to be about a huge buildup, conflict, and resolution. It was meant to show that even fantastical character have struggles. Even High Fae have to deal with the mundane/boring parts of life. The novel was meant to humanize the series, not continue to storyline.
I truly enjoyed getting to know each beloved character better. Everybody’s personality quirks really got their moment to shine! Relationships between a lot of the characters were deepened, some rifts widened in heartbreaking ways, and ALL the characters were addressing some heavy feelings/emotions. A huge thank you to SJM for taking the time to acknowledge, complicated emotions and concepts like grief, guilt, PTSD, and self esteem.
So, 4 of 5 stars for the book this is, not for the series people want it to fit into.
A lot of people told me they didn’t like this book. After reading it, I can understand why they might not; it’s a different kind of book when compared to the series. This one (at least in my opinion) was meant to show the softer side of some characters as well as shed light on their mental health struggles. It wasn’t meant to be a fantasy novel. It wasn’t meant to be about a huge buildup, conflict, and resolution. It was meant to show that even fantastical character have struggles. Even High Fae have to deal with the mundane/boring parts of life. The novel was meant to humanize the series, not continue to storyline.
I truly enjoyed getting to know each beloved character better. Everybody’s personality quirks really got their moment to shine! Relationships between a lot of the characters were deepened, some rifts widened in heartbreaking ways, and ALL the characters were addressing some heavy feelings/emotions. A huge thank you to SJM for taking the time to acknowledge, complicated emotions and concepts like grief, guilt, PTSD, and self esteem.
So, 4 of 5 stars for the book this is, not for the series people want it to fit into.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Mental illness, Grief, and Panic attacks/disorders
qatkatcat's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
The “holiday episode” of Rhys and Feyre’s happily ever after. Super cute and fun novella addition to the ACOTAR series!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
s_sumners's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
devynvma0508's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I feel like this book is unnecessary but it’s a nice pallet cleanser from the events of the previous book. The story is a lot more lighthearted and you get to know more about the characters in a peaceful setting.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Alcoholism, and Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders
ninaintheclouds's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content