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shay_wizz's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
nyhylyst's review against another edition
4.0
Do NOT let the title or cover fool you, this is NOT a slapdash, semi-coherent smutty book. I usually do not leave reviews, I also do not usually read books with silly or ugly covers (literally ignoring the adage of not judging a book by its cover) but i decided to give this one a try. I am very happy i did.
Full disclosure, i am OBSESSED with superheroes. I have hundreds of comics, i’ve seen all the movies, etc. Why it never occurred to me to combine two of my favorite things: smut & superheroes i’ll never understand.
This book is HOT for sure, but it’s also got really heat character work, it’s got impressive world building (it’s a little vague but i think that’s on purpose), and the sex is REALLY GOOD. I love the two main characters, i really struggled with the names for a long time, but i realized about halfway through that i think the author is doing it on purpose. There is a throwaway line about Marvel taking all the good names, and honestly, if you really think about it Captain America is a fucking ridiculous name, we are all just used to it after 60-70 years. So, once i got that the names are VERY tongue in cheek, it was easier.
There are moments where the character inner monologues get a little repetitive, they say the same thing over and over but the obsession, the love, the dialogue, the sex all perfection. Butch bring this beefed up, hot, idiot, who really isn’t he’s just naïve was well developed. Xander (i HATE the nickname “Xanny”, “Xan” is okay though) is a fun “daddy” who the author isn’t afraid to show also has his own issues. As a fellow “daddy” with anxiety issues, it was nice to feel seen. “Daddies” need care too!
I have read a LOT of m/m paranormal/fantasy novels and this truly stands as one of the best I’ve read. Lily Mayne’s Monstrous series is a series I would confidently compare this too, though the tone is different here.
While, i still dislike the cover and the word “himbo” only needs to be used once for us to get the picture, the only other real issue i had was cockblocking the last scene, we really should have had the chance to see Xander be topped. That was RUDE!
I am already reading the second book.
Full disclosure, i am OBSESSED with superheroes. I have hundreds of comics, i’ve seen all the movies, etc. Why it never occurred to me to combine two of my favorite things: smut & superheroes i’ll never understand.
This book is HOT for sure, but it’s also got really heat character work, it’s got impressive world building (it’s a little vague but i think that’s on purpose), and the sex is REALLY GOOD. I love the two main characters, i really struggled with the names for a long time, but i realized about halfway through that i think the author is doing it on purpose. There is a throwaway line about Marvel taking all the good names, and honestly, if you really think about it Captain America is a fucking ridiculous name, we are all just used to it after 60-70 years. So, once i got that the names are VERY tongue in cheek, it was easier.
There are moments where the character inner monologues get a little repetitive, they say the same thing over and over but the obsession, the love, the dialogue, the sex all perfection. Butch bring this beefed up, hot, idiot, who really isn’t he’s just naïve was well developed. Xander (i HATE the nickname “Xanny”, “Xan” is okay though) is a fun “daddy” who the author isn’t afraid to show also has his own issues. As a fellow “daddy” with anxiety issues, it was nice to feel seen. “Daddies” need care too!
I have read a LOT of m/m paranormal/fantasy novels and this truly stands as one of the best I’ve read. Lily Mayne’s Monstrous series is a series I would confidently compare this too, though the tone is different here.
While, i still dislike the cover and the word “himbo” only needs to be used once for us to get the picture, the only other real issue i had was cockblocking the last scene, we really should have had the chance to see Xander be topped. That was RUDE!
I am already reading the second book.
jlannh's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
2.5
alex514's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
teereadsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
medium-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
4.25
I don't think I have ever had more completely ridiculous fun while reading a book than I did with this one. This book is bonkers, but in the best possible way. Butch and Xan are totally oblivious in their own ways, and it's hilarious. The banter is top-notch, especially amongst the Suarez siblings. I look forward to seeing more of them in this series. The universe this story is set in is quite intriguing. And let me tell you, the spice was spicing. Butch and Xan definitely have an interesting dynamic, and I'm here for it. They're supposed to be a hero and a villain, but maybe they aren't so different after all. They just fit. If you want a silly book with plenty of spice, then this one is for you.
raaga's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I live for analogies and metaphors and imagery, none of which this book had. It was pretty simple and honestly a decent read if you’re not looking for something heavy. Even the violence was pretty mild, but that’s coming from someone that LOVES good violence and vengeance. Overall, 7.5/10 wouldn’t read again. Maybe better for a less jaded audience.
phoenixspring03's review
4.75
Nearly didn't pick this up based on the title and the cover tbh. But very glad I did.
Usually find soul mates etc a bit cringe but this was done so well.
A good plot, lots of hot scenes and two adorable characters.
Usually find soul mates etc a bit cringe but this was done so well.
A good plot, lots of hot scenes and two adorable characters.
rkmoon_'s review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0