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ikilerandi's review against another edition
5.0
Esta impresionante, me gusta como los personajes introspeccionan en ellos mismos y da el background de porque hacen lo que hacen
allivenger's review against another edition
3.0
If you quizzed me at the end of this book asking me what the plot was I could not answer you. I have no idea what the plot of this was besides Isolde and Adrian “fighting and f*cking”. Which is an actual quote from the book and did nothing for the plot.
I have so many conflicting feelings because I somewhat enjoyed King of Battle and Blood but this book suffers from a lot of plot points that don’t work for it. Isolde’s inner monologue was again full of complaints and it was the same issue cycled over and over and over again. “I don’t want to be a monster”, “but what about my people?” And bringing up things that happened in this book like that had happened in a previous book and the author needed to remind you of it 50 pages later like you forgot.
The addition of Adrian’s POV did nothing for the plot either. He was entirely one dimensional and it didn’t help me understand what was going on with him at all. Isolde would pick fights with him and demand to be heard and he would ignore her and tell her he knew best and then they would end up sleeping together. IT WAS A CHORE TO FINISH THIS. I got to the last half hour and within a single chapter there were two sex scenes.
I also couldn’t distinguish in the audiobook when Isolde was remembering her time as Yesenia from the present parts of the book. It just ran together and I struggled because it was like a slap in the face. It also JUST ENDS. The book JUST ENDS. It’s not even a cliffhanger it’s just they’re talking and it’s done. And then a bonus scene! I had whiplash. I gave this 3 stars but it’ll be awhile before I read the third book once it comes out. I did not enjoy this book.
I have so many conflicting feelings because I somewhat enjoyed King of Battle and Blood but this book suffers from a lot of plot points that don’t work for it. Isolde’s inner monologue was again full of complaints and it was the same issue cycled over and over and over again. “I don’t want to be a monster”, “but what about my people?” And bringing up things that happened in this book like that had happened in a previous book and the author needed to remind you of it 50 pages later like you forgot.
The addition of Adrian’s POV did nothing for the plot either. He was entirely one dimensional and it didn’t help me understand what was going on with him at all. Isolde would pick fights with him and demand to be heard and he would ignore her and tell her he knew best and then they would end up sleeping together. IT WAS A CHORE TO FINISH THIS. I got to the last half hour and within a single chapter there were two sex scenes.
I also couldn’t distinguish in the audiobook when Isolde was remembering her time as Yesenia from the present parts of the book. It just ran together and I struggled because it was like a slap in the face. It also JUST ENDS. The book JUST ENDS. It’s not even a cliffhanger it’s just they’re talking and it’s done. And then a bonus scene! I had whiplash. I gave this 3 stars but it’ll be awhile before I read the third book once it comes out. I did not enjoy this book.
the_caro_show's review against another edition
5.0
I’m so deeply invested now and devastated that book three isn’t out. I’m honestly shocked at the plot twist at the end. I don’t know what to do with myself until the next book is released.
I have GOT to know what’s going on in Daroc’s head. Why do I feel such chemistry between him & Isolde?? And GAVRIEL too??!!! I need more!!!!
I have GOT to know what’s going on in Daroc’s head. Why do I feel such chemistry between him & Isolde?? And GAVRIEL too??!!! I need more!!!!
mb_reading's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
cissa12's review against another edition
4.0
That was quite an abrupt ending and now I have to wait a year for the next installment!!
I really like the story but it is a bit distracting with the amount of typos in the book. Just be aware.
I really like the story but it is a bit distracting with the amount of typos in the book. Just be aware.
ivylucia's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
WTF?! This book is a roller coaster ride and the ending is… ugghh. The spicy scenes are A1 but there’s too much happening for true character development and too much to unpack. Reading the 3rd when it’s out bc I must know what happens next… but also, what the actual 🤬
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Death, Murder, Gore, War, Misogyny, and Blood
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
hannahtamara's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
raptorred's review against another edition
I think I got halfway through this book, the first book was much better. I think I got tired from the lack of communication of partners haha. Maybe in the future I will try again.
kaylalaquiere's review against another edition
4.0
Although Isolde REALLY got on my nerves the first 75% of this book, the final 25% BLEW ME AWAY!
Now to impatiently wait for the 3rd book. :(
Now to impatiently wait for the 3rd book. :(