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4.19 AVERAGE
4.19 AVERAGE
LJ Andrews never lets me down. This story was so unique I truly could not predict what was going to happen next at each turn. I did find the magic system to be a bit confusing which led to a little confusion during some of the conflicts but that might just be a me problem. I also thought the beginning was a tad slow but once it finally picked up it was full speed ahead until the end.
The romance is pretty insta love-y which I don’t hate but wanted to call out. I found it really interesting how the author wrote the MMC as a non-speaking character and really enjoyed that aspect of the book. The plot twist at the end was INSANE in the best way. So out of the box my jaw was on the floor.
I’m definitely looking forward to reading the next one and think this one is worth the read!
The romance is pretty insta love-y which I don’t hate but wanted to call out. I found it really interesting how the author wrote the MMC as a non-speaking character and really enjoyed that aspect of the book. The plot twist at the end was INSANE in the best way. So out of the box my jaw was on the floor.
I’m definitely looking forward to reading the next one and think this one is worth the read!
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:
Complicated
adventurous
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:
Complicated
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
adventurous
dark
adventurous
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
LJ does it again! I really enjoyed this book. LJ does a great job bringing newness to romantasy in ways I don't see very often. This story is for you if you like hot vikings, a FMC who can handle herself, disability rep, and excellent world building.
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
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:
Complicated
Broken Souls and Bones by L.J. Andrews was one of my most anticipated releases this year—and it did not disappoint. If you didn’t already know, L.J. is easily one of my favorite authors. Her Broken Kingdoms series (and its spin-offs) have me in an absolute chokehold, so I went into this book with sky-high expectations. She smashed every single one of them.
BSAB serves up a brilliant dark romantasy that delivers on all fronts: plot, character, and spice. The cast is refreshingly diverse, featuring representation across disability, race, and sexuality. The male main character is mute due to an injury, communicating solely through sign language and expressive facial cues. The way L.J. writes his signing is incredibly authentic—it’s respectful, detailed, and emotionally resonant. Writing a mute character is no small feat, but she nails it. Some of my favorite scenes were the ones where he’s angrily signing or joking with his friend Thane—those interactions felt so alive.
The magic system in this new series is seriously dark—gruesome, twisted, and honestly? I kind of love it. In a genre overflowing with magical systems, this one managed to feel fresh and, at times, left me breathless.
The story as a whole had me laughing, crying, and literally on the edge of my seat. L.J. has such a talent for writing banter and deep friendships, always pulling you in with humor and camaraderie before utterly wrecking you emotionally.
Yeah, my girl did it again—Broken Souls and Bones is a solid 5/5 for me. I’ll be shamelessly begging for an ARC of book two.
BSAB serves up a brilliant dark romantasy that delivers on all fronts: plot, character, and spice. The cast is refreshingly diverse, featuring representation across disability, race, and sexuality. The male main character is mute due to an injury, communicating solely through sign language and expressive facial cues. The way L.J. writes his signing is incredibly authentic—it’s respectful, detailed, and emotionally resonant. Writing a mute character is no small feat, but she nails it. Some of my favorite scenes were the ones where he’s angrily signing or joking with his friend Thane—those interactions felt so alive.
The magic system in this new series is seriously dark—gruesome, twisted, and honestly? I kind of love it. In a genre overflowing with magical systems, this one managed to feel fresh and, at times, left me breathless.
The story as a whole had me laughing, crying, and literally on the edge of my seat. L.J. has such a talent for writing banter and deep friendships, always pulling you in with humor and camaraderie before utterly wrecking you emotionally.
Yeah, my girl did it again—Broken Souls and Bones is a solid 5/5 for me. I’ll be shamelessly begging for an ARC of book two.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
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
What a book! From the world building, to the Viking lore, to the magic system, to the MMC that spoke sign language, this book was so unique! I truly felt immersed while reading. I loved the found family and the slowest of the slow burn between the FMC and MMC. And wow… those last 50 pages.. the author just poured the gasoline and lit it all on fire. Let it burn! I always love being left with “wtf just happened”. I cannot wait to see what happens in book two.