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lizgriffinwords's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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
4.75
A truly masterful historical fiction retelling with just a *hint* of the supernatural. I think I liked this one even better than the These Violent Delights duology. Audiobook is superbly narrated by Emily Woo Zeller.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, and Gun violence
Moderate: Gore and Murder
Minor: Transphobia
taroroot's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-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
the beginning was slow and took me way too long to read so i'd lose interest and forget everything but once i got into it, it was a very enjoyable read. i look forward to seeing more of Rosalind & Orion <3
i have very high hopes for who the 'married couple' is. pls pls pls let me be right <3
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Gun violence, Murder, and Death
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Blood, War, and Gore
Minor: Grief
thecourtofreading's review against another edition
adventurous
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
4.0
the cover of this is genuinely the most beautiful thing i've ever seen. the book itself was good too, and i would read the sequel, although i'm really not sure how chloe gong is going to tackle it because the stakes are very high
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Violence, and Death
Moderate: Gore, Drug use, and Gun violence
Minor: Child death and Transphobia
city_girl_writer's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Murder, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Abandonment and Gore
Minor: Child death and Transphobia
jaynethakur's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Gore
Moderate: Death and Gun violence
plumpaperbacks's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This is the second time this year that I’ve read one of my most anticipated releases and it hasn’t been everything I’d hoped it would be. At this point, I’m a little bit worried that’s going to become a trend.
It’s not that this was a bad book. It wasn’t. But it did lack the intrigue that drew me into and then kept me reading These Violent Delights. I guessed one of the major plot twists back in the first quarter of the book, and was just generally not as invested in the story or characters. The only one of the seven that I really liked was Alisa. Of the others, we barely saw Celia or Oliver, and I thought both Oliver and Phoebe were kind of annoying. I was mostly indifferent toward Rosalind and Orion—although Orion was, at least, occasionally amusing—and Silas just felt bland.
I couldn’t even get behind any of the ships. Silas and Phoebe had no chemistry. If we hadn’t been told that they liked each other, I wouldn’t have known. Oliver and Celia didn’t have nearly enough page time for me to get behind them. Honestly, I feel like both Silas and Celia could do better, sorry not sorry. As for Rosalind and Orion, I’ll admit that they had a few good scenes and some good banter, but for the most part, they just kind of felt… meh. I hate to say all of this, but it’s true. I know what Chloe can do with romance—I’ve seen it in Romette and in Benmars. I adore both of those couples and was hoping to feel similar love for these new ones, but unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. I do think that Rosaorion has the most potential for the sequel, though. Maybe I could still board that ship at some point. We’ll see.
My favorite part of the book was the tiny Benmars update we got in one of Alisa’s early chapters, and the most entertaining part was searching for clues as to whether or not Roma and Juliette are still alive. I already thought they were before starting; now that I’ve finished, I’m certain not only that they’re alive, but also that we’ll see them in the sequel. If I had money, I would bet on it. I legit have a note on my phone full of textual evidence and theories.
This is unrelated to either Roma or Juliette; it’s just something I wanted to comment on. How the hell is annoying little Phoebe actually Priest??? You’re telling me a whiny, too cool for school wannabe socialite is the Communists’ best assassin??? Yeah, I know, that’s probably a cover to make sure no one guesses her identity, but still. I’m having a seriously hard time believing it, even if it would explain why Priest helped Rosalind, Orion and Alisa in the warehouse attack. I’m gonna need some convincing here, Chloe.
So, yeah. It pains me to give one of Chloe’s books less than five stars, but this just… didn’t do it for me. I had both high hopes and high expectations after reading and adoring the TVD books last year, and unfortunately, this fell flat. I’m still going to read the sequel though, partially out of curiosity, but mostly because I want to see Roma and Juliette again. 💁🏼💁🏼
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It’s not that this was a bad book. It wasn’t. But it did lack the intrigue that drew me into and then kept me reading These Violent Delights. I guessed one of the major plot twists back in the first quarter of the book, and was just generally not as invested in the story or characters. The only one of the seven that I really liked was Alisa. Of the others, we barely saw Celia or Oliver, and I thought both Oliver and Phoebe were kind of annoying. I was mostly indifferent toward Rosalind and Orion—although Orion was, at least, occasionally amusing—and Silas just felt bland.
I couldn’t even get behind any of the ships. Silas and Phoebe had no chemistry. If we hadn’t been told that they liked each other, I wouldn’t have known. Oliver and Celia didn’t have nearly enough page time for me to get behind them. Honestly, I feel like both Silas and Celia could do better, sorry not sorry. As for Rosalind and Orion, I’ll admit that they had a few good scenes and some good banter, but for the most part, they just kind of felt… meh. I hate to say all of this, but it’s true. I know what Chloe can do with romance—I’ve seen it in Romette and in Benmars. I adore both of those couples and was hoping to feel similar love for these new ones, but unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. I do think that Rosaorion has the most potential for the sequel, though. Maybe I could still board that ship at some point. We’ll see.
My favorite part of the book was the tiny Benmars update we got in one of Alisa’s early chapters, and the most entertaining part was searching for clues as to whether or not Roma and Juliette are still alive. I already thought they were before starting; now that I’ve finished, I’m certain not only that they’re alive, but also that we’ll see them in the sequel. If I had money, I would bet on it. I legit have a note on my phone full of textual evidence and theories.
So, yeah. It pains me to give one of Chloe’s books less than five stars, but this just… didn’t do it for me. I had both high hopes and high expectations after reading and adoring the TVD books last year, and unfortunately, this fell flat. I’m still going to read the sequel though, partially out of curiosity, but mostly because I want to see Roma and Juliette again. 💁🏼💁🏼
Representation
- demisexual Chinese protagonist
- two bisexual Chinese protagonists
- trans MTF Chinese protagonist
- unlabeled queer Chinese protagonist
- Chinese protagonist
- aromantic asexual protagonist
- various Chinese and Japanese side characters
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Gore, Gun violence, Blood, Death, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Grief, and Murder
Moderate: Medical trauma, Emotional abuse, Medical content, and Physical abuse
Emotional and physical abuse are there regarding mentions of them in characters’ pasts. Additional content warning for human experimentation.maple_dove's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I have NOT been disappointed!!! I can't wait for the sequel!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, War, Abandonment, Violence, and Racism
Moderate: Gore
Minor: Transphobia and Infidelity
Use of needles (graphic)betweentheshelves's review against another edition
adventurous
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? It's complicated
4.0
It's 1931 in Shanghai, and Rosalind Lang is trying to make up for her past. No longer able to age or sleep due to an experiment that saved her four years ago, she's now an assassin for her country. She uses her newfound skills to make up for her traitorous past. Now, she's known as code name: Fortune.
When the Japanese Imperial Army starts to invade, Rosalind's mission changes. Now, she must infiltrate a foreign society to see who is committing mysterious murders happening in Shanghai. However, as a part of her new mission, she must post as a wife of Nationalist spy Orion Hong. As the two attempt to work together, Orion is also determined to find out about Rosalind's past. A past she wants to stay buried.
Thanks to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for an advanced copy of Foul Lady Fortune to review! This is a spinoff series of Gong's duology from last year, These Violent Delights. If you enjoyed Gong's writing in that series, you'll definitely love diving into this new one.
While you don't have to have read These Violent Delights to understand what's going on in this book, there are spoilers included. Just a heads up! It also makes some of the other character cameos more satisfying. In general, I think it adds more to the story if you already know what went on up until this point. But I digress!
This is pitched as a retelling of As You Like It, so if you're into those Shakesepare retellings, Gong does some of the best. For this one, she definitely adds that historical thriller intrigue. A spy and an assassin working together? Sounds like another series I'm a fan of (Spy X Family, if you're curious!). But this one definitely isn't as lighthearted.
I will say, Gong takes a while to get going in any of her novels. The starts are pretty slow, but once the action picks up, it picks up. It was hard to put the book down for the second half of the book. You'll definitely be hooked!
All in all, if you like historical retellings of classics with unique spins, definitely pick this one up when it comes out!
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A slow start, like Chloe Gong's other books, but once it picks up, it's hard to put down! Stay tuned for a full review to come next week.
When the Japanese Imperial Army starts to invade, Rosalind's mission changes. Now, she must infiltrate a foreign society to see who is committing mysterious murders happening in Shanghai. However, as a part of her new mission, she must post as a wife of Nationalist spy Orion Hong. As the two attempt to work together, Orion is also determined to find out about Rosalind's past. A past she wants to stay buried.
Thanks to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for an advanced copy of Foul Lady Fortune to review! This is a spinoff series of Gong's duology from last year, These Violent Delights. If you enjoyed Gong's writing in that series, you'll definitely love diving into this new one.
While you don't have to have read These Violent Delights to understand what's going on in this book, there are spoilers included. Just a heads up! It also makes some of the other character cameos more satisfying. In general, I think it adds more to the story if you already know what went on up until this point. But I digress!
This is pitched as a retelling of As You Like It, so if you're into those Shakesepare retellings, Gong does some of the best. For this one, she definitely adds that historical thriller intrigue. A spy and an assassin working together? Sounds like another series I'm a fan of (Spy X Family, if you're curious!). But this one definitely isn't as lighthearted.
I will say, Gong takes a while to get going in any of her novels. The starts are pretty slow, but once the action picks up, it picks up. It was hard to put the book down for the second half of the book. You'll definitely be hooked!
All in all, if you like historical retellings of classics with unique spins, definitely pick this one up when it comes out!
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A slow start, like Chloe Gong's other books, but once it picks up, it's hard to put down! Stay tuned for a full review to come next week.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, and Violence
Moderate: Gore, Gun violence, and Racism
Minor: Child death and Transphobia
rachrreads's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I received an eARC from the publisher via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
If you haven’t read These Violent Delights & Our Violent Ends look away. Small spoilers ahead for the prior duology.
PREMISE
Rosalind Lang was saved from death, but the cure changed her. Now Rosalind is able to heal instantly to any wound, making her virtually immortal. The downside? She does not age anymore, making her 17 for the rest of her life. Turning to the Nationalists after the disaster with Dmitri Voronin, Rosalind is now an assassin. Code name Fortune.
There have been a recent slew of murders, all seeming to be chemically induced and all seems to be pointing towards a Japanese company. Rosalind (known now as Janie Mead) has been tasked with infiltrating the company alongside another agent— Orion Hong. Orion is the middle child of a Nationalist general and a Nationalist spy in their covert division. Hiding amongst the elites and extracting information easily in plain site.
The two are ready for the mission— the only catch? They have to pretend to be married, which means sharing Rosalind’s apartment. The two go undercover as Mr. and Mrs. Mu in order to find information on these chemical killings without arising suspicions.
TROPES
If you know me, you know by now I am a SUCKER for fake dating/fake relationships. This book does this trope justice (but when have I ever hated a fake dating book?).
Other tropes— one bed, caretaking while sick, mutual pining, grumpy/sunshine.
CHARACTERS
Rosalind Lang AKA Janie Mead
Who would’ve thought I would grow to love her? After the events of the previous duology, I was so upset to learn she was getting her own series. She betrayed her family!! But I really grew to like Rosalind during this first book.
She really struggles to accept any love or kindness and has a ton of guilt she is holding onto— which is to be expected after everything she went through with Dmitri Voronin. On top of that she feels as if she has to be a savior to atone for all her past sins. This is part of the reason she joins the Nationalists as an assassin is so she can rid the world of evil.
One thing I am confused on in her development as a character is that Rosalind was very flirty and fun in the TVD duology and now she seems to have turned into a Juliette 2.0. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVED it, but I would have liked to see more reasoning behind this development other than she almost died and is now an assassin. All of a sudden she’s a grumpy gal with secrets and a love of poison. It just seemed very abrupt at the beginning of the book. Although I do like that Chloe Gong showed Rosalind didn’t have much of an allegiance to the Nationalist party and really she was just with them because they were willing to welcome her in. All Rosalind ever wanted was to fit in
Orion Hong
I wish we got more detail from his background and perspective of things. So far a lot of the stuff we learned about his background was superficial (minus a few things that I will not go into due to spoilers). I am hoping we get more from this in the next book. Maybe even more of his POV or some flashbacks.
I like that he was always in a good mood. It is nice to see a sunshine boy and grumpy gal pairing, but as I mentioned before a lot of his character was pretty surface level. He is portrayed as a player and I am sure part of that is so he does not have to let others in after what he has experienced, but I hope Chloe dives deeper into his character. There is a bunch of potential with all the cute one-liners he delivered while “faking” his marriage with Janie.
Also I freaking love the word beloved now.
Celia Lang
While I loved Celia in the original trilogy I found her chapters lacking. There was not enough depth to them and I really wanted more from her POV. They were also really freaking boring up until the end when things were beginning to take shape with the plot. I hope we get more from her in the next book.
She has joined the Communist’s as a spy and I love the whole siblings on opposite sides thing. Again, I do not think she has much loyalty to them as she does her sister.
Oliver Hong
I really do not care much for him. As a THG stan he is very much giving Gale Hawthorne and I do not like it. I really hope the next book proves me wrong though. He also has ruined the word sweetheart for me. I cannot.
He is also a Communist spy with Celia. I will not go into too much detail past that as too avoid spoilers.
Alisa Montogova
Alisa was one of my favorite background characters in TVD/OVE and I was so disappointed when I found out she was not the main focus of this duology. She has been through so much after the events of the original duology and is all alone in the world. She too defected to the Communist side, likely due to her affiliation as a White Flower.
Also I love that Chloe has confirmed she is aromantic and asexual and even put those clues into this book. I really want more from her in the coming book and it seems like she will play a big role in the next one…
Phoebe Hong
Youngest sibling of Orion and Oliver. She really loves to have fun. Her brothers, and the rest of the world, definitely underestimate her. Throughout the book she throws herself into the fray, despite not being a spy. I love how she always gets Silas in on it too.
Silas
Family friend and best friend of Orion. He has been in love with Phoebe his whole life and would do anything for her. A Nationalist spy gathering surveillance information and backing up Orion and Rosalind in their current mission.
THE ROMANCE
The tension between Rosalind and Orion was *chefs kiss*. Chloe Gong KNOWS how to do romance and this is definitely a strength of hers. The set up of having to trust each other with your life but also having secrets to hide since you’re spies? SIGN ME UP.
There are a few scenes that were quite memorable— car chase, after hours in the office, and of course one at the very end I will not even tease at. JUST IMMACULATE ROMANCE AND TENSION.
For Taylor Swift fans, there is an invisible string reference that had me SCREAMING.
THE PLOT
I was hoping when I read that the two mains were a spy and an assassin that I would get more action, but I felt this part greatly lacking. The front half of the book severely dragged and I definitely could have used more action as Chloe set up the stage for the big twist.
Another thing I struggled with was the whole Communist and Nationalist plot. I am so glad Chloe brings this kind of political context into her books, but everything was very confusing and hard to follow as a reader. I struggled to know what each side really wanted with the Japanese trying to invade Shanghai as well. Maybe this is just due to my lack of knowledge with history, but I wish this was better woven into the story.
Also there was one thing within the plot I found very lazy and too convenient, but will hold onto as it could be seen as a spoiler.
Although I struggled with the first half of the book, it really began to pick up in the second half. One thing Chloe knows how to do and do well is a plot twist you don’t see coming. I actually gasped out loud when the big twist was revealed. I had many theories while reading but none of them were what actually happened. The end leaves the reader ready for book 2 (and screaming at Chloe for doing this to us)!!
Another thing I would like to point out is this reads more historical fiction than fantasy to me. The only thing that really makes this fantasy is the fact that Rosalind has some special powers.
No context spoiler
There was a very Fourtris-esque scene (Divergent fans where you at?) in the book that made me scream. It made my 2014 Fourtris stan heart both happy and frustrated. There was also an Everlark scene as well which had me squealing.
Finally, The EASTER EGGS that were left from the original trilogy. I will not go into detail but there were some lovely hints in there that will make fans very happy.
If you haven’t read These Violent Delights & Our Violent Ends look away. Small spoilers ahead for the prior duology.
PREMISE
Rosalind Lang was saved from death, but the cure changed her. Now Rosalind is able to heal instantly to any wound, making her virtually immortal. The downside? She does not age anymore, making her 17 for the rest of her life. Turning to the Nationalists after the disaster with Dmitri Voronin, Rosalind is now an assassin. Code name Fortune.
There have been a recent slew of murders, all seeming to be chemically induced and all seems to be pointing towards a Japanese company. Rosalind (known now as Janie Mead) has been tasked with infiltrating the company alongside another agent— Orion Hong. Orion is the middle child of a Nationalist general and a Nationalist spy in their covert division. Hiding amongst the elites and extracting information easily in plain site.
The two are ready for the mission— the only catch? They have to pretend to be married, which means sharing Rosalind’s apartment. The two go undercover as Mr. and Mrs. Mu in order to find information on these chemical killings without arising suspicions.
TROPES
If you know me, you know by now I am a SUCKER for fake dating/fake relationships. This book does this trope justice (but when have I ever hated a fake dating book?).
Other tropes— one bed, caretaking while sick, mutual pining, grumpy/sunshine.
CHARACTERS
Rosalind Lang AKA Janie Mead
Who would’ve thought I would grow to love her? After the events of the previous duology, I was so upset to learn she was getting her own series. She betrayed her family!! But I really grew to like Rosalind during this first book.
She really struggles to accept any love or kindness and has a ton of guilt she is holding onto— which is to be expected after everything she went through with Dmitri Voronin. On top of that she feels as if she has to be a savior to atone for all her past sins. This is part of the reason she joins the Nationalists as an assassin is so she can rid the world of evil.
One thing I am confused on in her development as a character is that Rosalind was very flirty and fun in the TVD duology and now she seems to have turned into a Juliette 2.0. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVED it, but I would have liked to see more reasoning behind this development other than she almost died and is now an assassin. All of a sudden she’s a grumpy gal with secrets and a love of poison. It just seemed very abrupt at the beginning of the book. Although I do like that Chloe Gong showed Rosalind didn’t have much of an allegiance to the Nationalist party and really she was just with them because they were willing to welcome her in. All Rosalind ever wanted was to fit in
Orion Hong
I wish we got more detail from his background and perspective of things. So far a lot of the stuff we learned about his background was superficial (minus a few things that I will not go into due to spoilers). I am hoping we get more from this in the next book. Maybe even more of his POV or some flashbacks.
I like that he was always in a good mood. It is nice to see a sunshine boy and grumpy gal pairing, but as I mentioned before a lot of his character was pretty surface level. He is portrayed as a player and I am sure part of that is so he does not have to let others in after what he has experienced, but I hope Chloe dives deeper into his character. There is a bunch of potential with all the cute one-liners he delivered while “faking” his marriage with Janie.
Also I freaking love the word beloved now.
Celia Lang
While I loved Celia in the original trilogy I found her chapters lacking. There was not enough depth to them and I really wanted more from her POV. They were also really freaking boring up until the end when things were beginning to take shape with the plot. I hope we get more from her in the next book.
She has joined the Communist’s as a spy and I love the whole siblings on opposite sides thing. Again, I do not think she has much loyalty to them as she does her sister.
Oliver Hong
I really do not care much for him. As a THG stan he is very much giving Gale Hawthorne and I do not like it. I really hope the next book proves me wrong though. He also has ruined the word sweetheart for me. I cannot.
He is also a Communist spy with Celia. I will not go into too much detail past that as too avoid spoilers.
Alisa Montogova
Alisa was one of my favorite background characters in TVD/OVE and I was so disappointed when I found out she was not the main focus of this duology. She has been through so much after the events of the original duology and is all alone in the world. She too defected to the Communist side, likely due to her affiliation as a White Flower.
Also I love that Chloe has confirmed she is aromantic and asexual and even put those clues into this book. I really want more from her in the coming book and it seems like she will play a big role in the next one…
Phoebe Hong
Youngest sibling of Orion and Oliver. She really loves to have fun. Her brothers, and the rest of the world, definitely underestimate her. Throughout the book she throws herself into the fray, despite not being a spy. I love how she always gets Silas in on it too.
Silas
Family friend and best friend of Orion. He has been in love with Phoebe his whole life and would do anything for her. A Nationalist spy gathering surveillance information and backing up Orion and Rosalind in their current mission.
THE ROMANCE
The tension between Rosalind and Orion was *chefs kiss*. Chloe Gong KNOWS how to do romance and this is definitely a strength of hers. The set up of having to trust each other with your life but also having secrets to hide since you’re spies? SIGN ME UP.
There are a few scenes that were quite memorable— car chase, after hours in the office, and of course one at the very end I will not even tease at. JUST IMMACULATE ROMANCE AND TENSION.
For Taylor Swift fans, there is an invisible string reference that had me SCREAMING.
THE PLOT
I was hoping when I read that the two mains were a spy and an assassin that I would get more action, but I felt this part greatly lacking. The front half of the book severely dragged and I definitely could have used more action as Chloe set up the stage for the big twist.
Another thing I struggled with was the whole Communist and Nationalist plot. I am so glad Chloe brings this kind of political context into her books, but everything was very confusing and hard to follow as a reader. I struggled to know what each side really wanted with the Japanese trying to invade Shanghai as well. Maybe this is just due to my lack of knowledge with history, but I wish this was better woven into the story.
Also there was one thing within the plot I found very lazy and too convenient, but will hold onto as it could be seen as a spoiler.
Although I struggled with the first half of the book, it really began to pick up in the second half. One thing Chloe knows how to do and do well is a plot twist you don’t see coming. I actually gasped out loud when the big twist was revealed. I had many theories while reading but none of them were what actually happened. The end leaves the reader ready for book 2 (and screaming at Chloe for doing this to us)!!
Another thing I would like to point out is this reads more historical fiction than fantasy to me. The only thing that really makes this fantasy is the fact that Rosalind has some special powers.
No context spoiler
There was a very Fourtris-esque scene (Divergent fans where you at?) in the book that made me scream. It made my 2014 Fourtris stan heart both happy and frustrated. There was also an Everlark scene as well which had me squealing.
Finally, The EASTER EGGS that were left from the original trilogy. I will not go into detail but there were some lovely hints in there that will make fans very happy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Alcohol, Medical trauma, Murder, Blood, and Death
Moderate: Death of parent, Gun violence, and War
Minor: Child death
ashortbooklover's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Gore, Torture, Murder, Death, Violence, and Sexual harassment