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noodlesny's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Grief, and Murder
Minor: Vomit, Adult/minor relationship, Cursing, Toxic relationship, Kidnapping, and Emotional abuse
abitbetterbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
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? No
4.0
A great follow up to This Poison Heart, picking up right where we left off and diving right into the action.
Again, loved these characters and loved the relationship that developed between Briseis and Circe. I also loved Persephone, getting to know Nyx better, and Bri developing her powers. I am still conflicted about Marie and Bri being a thing because that age gap is Not It but I also liked how they resolved this dynamic in the end.
While I loved the first half and couldn’t get through it quick enough, I felt that the middle was a bit too slow and it took a bit too long to get on their journey, I think I would have preferred for them to head out in search of the remaining piece and hit more roadblocks along the way instead of taking so long to get in motion.
I felt that Bri’s connection to Karter was wrapped up well and I think there was good character work in his part. I really enjoyed the epilogue although I think I could have read a few more chapters of it because I loved seeing everyone live their best lives! I would not complain about another book set in this same universe!
Again, loved these characters and loved the relationship that developed between Briseis and Circe. I also loved Persephone, getting to know Nyx better, and Bri developing her powers. I am still conflicted about Marie and Bri being a thing because that age gap is Not It but I also liked how they resolved this dynamic in the end.
While I loved the first half and couldn’t get through it quick enough, I felt that the middle was a bit too slow and it took a bit too long to get on their journey, I think I would have preferred for them to head out in search of the remaining piece and hit more roadblocks along the way instead of taking so long to get in motion.
I felt that Bri’s connection to Karter was wrapped up well and I think there was good character work in his part. I really enjoyed the epilogue although I think I could have read a few more chapters of it because I loved seeing everyone live their best lives! I would not complain about another book set in this same universe!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Blood, Kidnapping, Vomit, and Emotional abuse
takarakei's review against another edition
adventurous
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? No
3.75
Unfortunately I think I would have liked this sequel more if I was a mythology girlie. But I'm not, and I'm not really familiar with the base mythology so I was missing that connection.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, and Grief
Moderate: Violence, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child abuse and Emotional abuse
twistykris's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
A great conclusion to this duology, with delightful additional characters and a true Hero's Journey. There is SO much more Greek mythology in this book, which I really appreciated.
I enjoyed This Wicked Fate, but in all honesty, I liked This Poison Heart more. While I loved getting to know more about Circe, Nyx, Persephone, and Marie, the majority of this book is spent waiting and gathering information. They don't set out on their journey until more than halfway through. It also felt like it lacked a certain danger and action; there are some great tense, heartbreaking moments, but I wish they were drawn out more, and the ending felt abrupt and concluded too quickly for me.
I also wish the relationship between Briseis and Marie was more fleshed out (also I'm now feeling kinda meh about Marie being hundreds of years old dating a 16-year old). While I love some queer rep, their relationship just feels very insta-love; they hardly have any deep conversations and I didn't feel like it developed that much in this story.
That being said, it is still an enjoyable urban fantasy duology with some wonderful characters and strong Black girl magic.
I enjoyed This Wicked Fate, but in all honesty, I liked This Poison Heart more. While I loved getting to know more about Circe, Nyx, Persephone, and Marie, the majority of this book is spent waiting and gathering information. They don't set out on their journey until more than halfway through. It also felt like it lacked a certain danger and action; there are some great tense, heartbreaking moments, but I wish they were drawn out more, and the ending felt abrupt and concluded too quickly for me.
I also wish the relationship between Briseis and Marie was more fleshed out (also I'm now feeling kinda meh about Marie being hundreds of years old dating a 16-year old). While I love some queer rep, their relationship just feels very insta-love; they hardly have any deep conversations and I didn't feel like it developed that much in this story.
That being said, it is still an enjoyable urban fantasy duology with some wonderful characters and strong Black girl magic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, and Death
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Violence, and Murder
Minor: Child abuse, Vomit, and Emotional abuse
bellebookcorner's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
“We had this one precious life and what we did with it was entirely up to us. I wanted to use it to love and be loved in return.”
If you’re looking for a Greek Myth inspired story filled with exotic plants, magical powers, family, friendship, grief and acceptance then you’ll have to check this duology out!
This Wicked Fate is the second and final book in This Poison Heart duology!
This book is more action-packed compare to the first book as they embark on a journey together to find the last missing piece of the Heart.
The plot started out right after the ending of This Poison Heart. The writing style is the same as the previous book - it’s easy to read and the plot also flows smoothly.
The part I love most from this book is the presence of the Greek Gods and Goddess in this story!
This book also focuses more on the characters (new and old) and their background story.
The characters are very likeable especially Marie – the badass woman! and there's also Circe who gets to meet her long lost niece. I like seeing how Circe forms a bond with Briseis over time.
Overall, this is a good conclusion to the series and I find it really enjoyable and entertaining.
I’m looking forward to read more books by this author in the future!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death, and Death of parent
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Violence, and Murder
Minor: Emotional abuse and Child abuse
notsobinaryart's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Murder, Grief, and Blood
Minor: Murder, Suicide, Emotional abuse, Stalking, Child abuse, Death of parent, Animal death, Medical content, Domestic abuse, Self harm, and Gore
alyson3il's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
4.0
This book was a blast and the perfect ending, in my opinion to this duology
I will say that it did take a bit in the beginning, but it picked right up in the middle and it never stopped
Marie was an ENTIRE mood this and honestly, this is a duo I'd reread again in a heartbeat
I will say that it did take a bit in the beginning, but it picked right up in the middle and it never stopped
Marie was an ENTIRE mood this and honestly, this is a duo I'd reread again in a heartbeat
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Grief, and Toxic relationship
turtlebrainlibrarian's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Violence, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
abby_can_read's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? No
5.0
February 2023-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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I adore this book. It's a good conclusion to the duology. The characters were good and their relationships were great. I enjoyed the plot.
November 2022-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
📱
This was a good book. I would strongly recommend it.
📖
I adore this book. It's a good conclusion to the duology. The characters were good and their relationships were great. I enjoyed the plot.
November 2022-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
📱
This was a good book. I would strongly recommend it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Violence, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Vomit
pey333's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Blood, and Death