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4.01 AVERAGE
4.01 AVERAGE
All of the stars. This has the potential to be my best book of the year. If Kaz Brecker was in Jade City, but it was a romantasy, that's this book.
The characters are perfection. The steampunk backdrop is something so unique and refreshing. AND THE BANTER. Dear god the banter.
I would die for Nico and Mila. They don't need me to die for them, they're very badass. But just know that I would.
The characters are perfection. The steampunk backdrop is something so unique and refreshing. AND THE BANTER. Dear god the banter.
I would die for Nico and Mila. They don't need me to die for them, they're very badass. But just know that I would.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
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
I really enjoyed this mafia family take on romantasy. From the get go you are fully absorbed in the FMC & MC love story, which is the main focus of the plot. There are several sub plots, some which tie in together and others that don't, but still have their place. I do wish that the relationships between the FMC and her brothers was explained in more detail in this book. It did feel like things happened with them just for the sake of the plot development. Where as if they'd been given a deeper background or connection, I think they'd have held up to the reader scrutiny. The book has been left quite open ended, with a few "what the heck" and "huhhhhh" moments, and I'm quite excited to read the second. This book came through as an ARC from netgalley, but both this and its sequel are already published, so I'm a tad confused as to why it's an ARC. I absolutely will jump into book 2 and I would recommend this to any mafia/romantasy fan!
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
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:
Yes
Mas que raio? Estava tudo tão bom e agora do nada ele chama-lhe princess e my girl à frente das outras pessoas?? Senti também tudo bué apressado
adventurous
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:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
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:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
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:
N/A
Ever wonder what happens when Peaky Blinders has a love child with The Legend of Korra? Me neither but this book gave it to me!
The balance and pacing gave everything it needed to give and then some! Alexis’s word play had me transported onto the Isle and tasting the steam on my tongue! The world building was so well woven and I connected to the cast of characters so intimately!
Our FMC holds her own without sacrificing herself and commands the attention of the room flawlessly! Watching her come into her identity may or may not have made me cry.
The slow burn ignited and never fizzled and the pay off was PERFECTION!
AND THAT ENDING!!!?!?!? Alexis Lenora Priscilla Menard!!!!! MA’AM!
Perfect if you love:
Magic Systems
Steampunk
Enemies to lovers
My wife
Marriage of convenience
Political intrigue
Hand necklaces
Slow burn
Banter
Dual POV
Morally Grey MCs
The balance and pacing gave everything it needed to give and then some! Alexis’s word play had me transported onto the Isle and tasting the steam on my tongue! The world building was so well woven and I connected to the cast of characters so intimately!
Our FMC holds her own without sacrificing herself and commands the attention of the room flawlessly! Watching her come into her identity may or may not have made me cry.
The slow burn ignited and never fizzled and the pay off was PERFECTION!
AND THAT ENDING!!!?!?!? Alexis Lenora Priscilla Menard!!!!! MA’AM!
Perfect if you love:
Magic Systems
Steampunk
Enemies to lovers
My wife
Marriage of convenience
Political intrigue
Hand necklaces
Slow burn
Banter
Dual POV
Morally Grey MCs
adventurous
challenging
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
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The vibes were 10/10! 1920s mafia meets fantasy romance with magic, competing bloodlines, and a marriage of convenience.
The main characters had great chemistry and I loved their cheeky banter! The politics and mysteries kept me engaged and guessing, and the end had my jaw on the floor! I need book 2!!!
Overall, this was a really refreshing take on fantasy romance and felt totally unique. It reminded me of Grishaverse meets Crescent city in a way? If you’re looking for something to mix it up, this should be at the top of your list!
Favorite quotes below 👇🏼
“‘Not all cages are built with bars.’ Some, like mine, were made from the shackles of duty and the chains of domestic obligations.”
“There’s no chance I’ll walk away from this unscathed. Not anymore.”
“Wear your black tweed with the silver pocket square. It matches your stupid eyes.”
Thank you Second Sky/Forever, NetGalley, and Alexis Menard for this ARC!
Thank you Second Sky/Forever, NetGalley, and Alexis Menard for this ARC!