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novellearts's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book needed some further editing done. There were some grammatical and structural errors throughout the book that I found but it was otherwise, pretty well written.
I enjoyed the first book much more than the second. I'm not really sure what went wrong in this one, but it felt lacking to me. It took me quite a while to finish due to not really being super interested in the story. Some aspects of the story felt forgotten.I didn't get the discussion between Milla and Nico about Milla's time spent as a prisoner that I was hoping for. It almost felt like it was swept under the rug and dismissed. I didn't think this book showed a realistic depiction of the trauma and healing that she inevitably would've had to go through after being held prisoner and being tortured. Unless she is just incredibly resilient, I suppose.
I also felt let down by Camilla's use (or lack of use) of her powers. Camilla was set up to be a powerhouse of a character with really intriguing abilities, but we didn't get to see much display of them except when she was forced to use them as a prisoner. Once she was freed, she (for the most part) went back to avoiding her powers and how she learned to use them.
The story was repetitive for me as well. The conflicts seemed flat and overused. I felt as though I kept reading the same conflict interactions throughout the whole book and ultimately they all had the same resolutions. The ending also seemed rushed.We find out that Camilla's mother is still alive and looking to be found by Camilla and then the book simply ends! It felt as though there should've been at least 1 more book in this series.
I'm upset because I really wanted to like this! Book 1 was better rounded, overall more enticing and enjoyable.
I enjoyed the first book much more than the second. I'm not really sure what went wrong in this one, but it felt lacking to me. It took me quite a while to finish due to not really being super interested in the story. Some aspects of the story felt forgotten.
I also felt let down by Camilla's use (or lack of use) of her powers. Camilla was set up to be a powerhouse of a character with really intriguing abilities, but we didn't get to see much display of them except when she was forced to use them as a prisoner. Once she was freed, she (for the most part) went back to avoiding her powers and how she learned to use them.
The story was repetitive for me as well. The conflicts seemed flat and overused. I felt as though I kept reading the same conflict interactions throughout the whole book and ultimately they all had the same resolutions. The ending also seemed rushed.
I'm upset because I really wanted to like this! Book 1 was better rounded, overall more enticing and enjoyable.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Violence, Blood, Torture, Drug use, Murder, and Physical abuse
howboutjane's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
tense
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
If you like peaky blinders, magic, and old western movies then this one's for you!
The MMC gives Inspector gadget for adults vibes and the FMC gives serious mob wife energy. Romance is more steam than spice - a deliciously sinful slow burn with off the charts chemistry that will leave you panting.
I did find I was a little bit confused with the world buidling and magic systems in the beginning chapters, but they are expanded on and explained more as you go through the book. The plot is solid with captivating storytelling. There's drama, suspense, betrayal, passion, love. There's even a scene with a fight on a moving train - THIS BOOK HAS EVERYTHING. Such a riveting experience and an immersive read. Would recommend. 👍🏽👍🏽
The MMC gives Inspector gadget for adults vibes and the FMC gives serious mob wife energy. Romance is more steam than spice - a deliciously sinful slow burn with off the charts chemistry that will leave you panting.
I did find I was a little bit confused with the world buidling and magic systems in the beginning chapters, but they are expanded on and explained more as you go through the book. The plot is solid with captivating storytelling. There's drama, suspense, betrayal, passion, love. There's even a scene with a fight on a moving train - THIS BOOK HAS EVERYTHING. Such a riveting experience and an immersive read. Would recommend. 👍🏽👍🏽
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Gun violence, Torture, Violence, and Cursing
Moderate: Sexual content and Confinement
Minor: Death of parent and Child death
karapillar's review against another edition
dark
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? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Stalking, Kidnapping, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, Gun violence, Abandonment, Death, Grief, War, Alcohol, Body horror, Confinement, Torture, Sexual content, Blood, Sexual violence, Murder, Child death, Gore, and Death of parent
Moderate: Hate crime
Minor: Cursing, Xenophobia, Medical content, Colonisation, Vomit, Trafficking, Racial slurs, Gaslighting, Infidelity, and Slavery
bellebookcorner's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
4.5
Read this fantasy romance if you like:
• Rivals-to-Lovers
• Found Family
• Found Family
• Marriage of Convenience
• Fascinating Magic System
• Fascinating Magic System
• Action-packed
The plot is very interesting with great magical system and loveable characters. The pacing is a little bit slow at the beginning and I had to go back and forth to the glossary at the beginning in order to remember the magic system – different houses has different kind of powers.
The world building is also unique but I kinda wish there’s a map for the whole area so that I can envision some of the places better since the characters move to different places quite often.
The characters are likeable and also well developed, I adore Nico’s family whose very welcoming towards Milla despite her family being rivals with one another. I’d love to see Milla interact more with them.
As for the romance, I really like the slow burn enemies-to-lovers in this story!
The banter, flirting and high sexual tension between Milla and Nico is absolutely delightful. I also like how Nico always supports Milla and accept her for who she is which encourage Milla to finally stand up for herself.
Overall, this is a well written action-packed story with a surprising twist at the end!
I’m looking forward to read the next book since we haven’t even meet the villain properly and I’m curious about him/her.
I also hope we’ll get to see more incredible show of power from a certain character and of course more sweet and spicy moments between Milla and Nico!
I received an advanced review copy for free from Book Sirens, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Huge thank you to the author and publisher!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Death, Violence, and Cursing
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