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starryeyedreader78's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I had the privilege of winning a signed copy of this book, thanks to @farofeb.
This was such a unique read. A story of a women blinded by magic and given something in exchange.
There is a great mystery as to who and why they blinded Josyn. As the plot unfolds we she that there is much more to Jos than meets the eye (sorry for the pun 😄)
The romance and tension between her and Aevin was a nice touch. Aevin and Jos had been friends since childhood and is her brother's best friend. After some time and hurt they are forced back together. It's a slow burn but worth it.
Aevin was a great MMC. Yes he was incharge of keeping her safe but he never made her feel less than, just bc of her blindness. Something I really appreciated.
All in all the story was great, the pace was good, and the characters were interesting. I really enjoyed this book
This was such a unique read. A story of a women blinded by magic and given something in exchange.
There is a great mystery as to who and why they blinded Josyn. As the plot unfolds we she that there is much more to Jos than meets the eye (sorry for the pun 😄)
The romance and tension between her and Aevin was a nice touch. Aevin and Jos had been friends since childhood and is her brother's best friend. After some time and hurt they are forced back together. It's a slow burn but worth it.
Aevin was a great MMC. Yes he was incharge of keeping her safe but he never made her feel less than, just bc of her blindness. Something I really appreciated.
All in all the story was great, the pace was good, and the characters were interesting. I really enjoyed this book
darkfantasyreviews's review against another edition
4.0
Creative story
I would like to thank booksirens for sending me an ARC copy of this book. This book is an enchanting fantasy novel with some romance and I felt that the plot was quite interesting. Josyn who is the heroine of the story, is the sister of the king. She was struck blind because of a magical prayer but even after being blind she gets some magical abilities like understanding the Aura of people without seeing them.
Josyn has a crush on Aevin who is her brother's childhood friend. He is a human with beastly powers and I really loved the development of their relationship. I also loved the brother sister relationship portrayed in this book. Each and every relationship has been portrayed in a wonderful way. The plot is very creative and I really enjoyed reading it.
I would like to thank booksirens for sending me an ARC copy of this book. This book is an enchanting fantasy novel with some romance and I felt that the plot was quite interesting. Josyn who is the heroine of the story, is the sister of the king. She was struck blind because of a magical prayer but even after being blind she gets some magical abilities like understanding the Aura of people without seeing them.
Josyn has a crush on Aevin who is her brother's childhood friend. He is a human with beastly powers and I really loved the development of their relationship. I also loved the brother sister relationship portrayed in this book. Each and every relationship has been portrayed in a wonderful way. The plot is very creative and I really enjoyed reading it.
lauraleahdp83's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
kimberlyallen011's review
adventurous
mysterious
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? No
3.5
bookwyrms_shelf's review
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This one follows Josyn, former empress in training, after she's returned to Lyr as a result of her fiancée's passing and her desire to not marry his brother, Dmir. She's with her brother Ger, the king, and things seem to be going back to normal for her. Until she suddenly goes blind. Much to her chagrine, her brother calls in his best friend, and her former...friend? She hoped he'd have been more, but he pushed her away three years ago, and now she's forced to be with him every day as her escort.
Aevin is a Beast, having more natural instincts than most as the result of a korengal in his home city. He's the best choice of protection for Josyn. But he seems less than pleased to be in her presence, even though she sees it as an opportunity to try and bridge the gap that's grown between the two of them and find out why he pushed her away.
As Jos and Aevin spend more time together trying to help her learn about her new Sight, enemies are revealed one after another, threatening not only Josyn but the crown itself. As they navigate treasonous zealots, they also find their way back to one another. Will they become closer and finally realize their love for each other, or will they simply be friends?
Their banter is funny, spicy, and so great to watch unfold. I really enjoyed it and look forward to the next.
Aevin is a Beast, having more natural instincts than most as the result of a korengal in his home city. He's the best choice of protection for Josyn. But he seems less than pleased to be in her presence, even though she sees it as an opportunity to try and bridge the gap that's grown between the two of them and find out why he pushed her away.
As Jos and Aevin spend more time together trying to help her learn about her new Sight, enemies are revealed one after another, threatening not only Josyn but the crown itself. As they navigate treasonous zealots, they also find their way back to one another. Will they become closer and finally realize their love for each other, or will they simply be friends?
Their banter is funny, spicy, and so great to watch unfold. I really enjoyed it and look forward to the next.
franniereviews's review
adventurous
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
4.0
Thank you to the author for granting me an ARC copy.
A very solid romantasy, with a hint of spice. While the plot was quite predictable it was still very much enjoyable and I liked the political intrigue aspect.
I loved the romance between Jos and Aevin. I thought they really balanced each other well.
Would definitely be interested in reading other books by this author!
A very solid romantasy, with a hint of spice. While the plot was quite predictable it was still very much enjoyable and I liked the political intrigue aspect.
I loved the romance between Jos and Aevin. I thought they really balanced each other well.
Would definitely be interested in reading other books by this author!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping and Sexual assault
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