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elliott_the_clementine's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
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
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Torture, Child abuse, Homophobia, Xenophobia, and Sexual content
Moderate: Sexism
Minor: Sexual assault
sarahmiller98's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
4.0
Classic KJ Charles: compelling protagonists who make bad choices for realistic reasons; an eventful, exciting plot; a beautifully realised setting; nasty villains getting their comeuppance; and, of course, a fantastic romance.
In my opinion, this is one of the gentler love stories the author has done - she is often very good at high friction, high angst romances between strong-willed and difficult people, but I actually really enjoy her softer romances too. In this case, both Joss and Gareth are basically kind and caring people who really like each other and, were it not for external events getting in the way, probably would never have had major issues to begin with. It makes for some refreshingly low-key and tender interactions between the two of them, which contrasts nicely with the high-octane smuggling plot. An all-around pleasure to read.
In my opinion, this is one of the gentler love stories the author has done - she is often very good at high friction, high angst romances between strong-willed and difficult people, but I actually really enjoy her softer romances too. In this case, both Joss and Gareth are basically kind and caring people who really like each other and, were it not for external events getting in the way, probably would never have had major issues to begin with. It makes for some refreshingly low-key and tender interactions between the two of them, which contrasts nicely with the high-octane smuggling plot. An all-around pleasure to read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping, Violence, Abandonment, Bullying, Child abuse, and Murder
Minor: Sexual assault, Racism, and Xenophobia
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