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discarded_dust_jacket's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
I put off reading this book FAR too long, considering the number of times it was recommended to me. A monster romance with sweet, cinnamon roll energy is my personal kryptonite, and this, being my first exclusively MM story, proved to be no different. Given the violent, post-apocalyptic setting for this story, it’s impressive how seamlessly the author blended dark subject matter with such tender character dynamics.
The only thing I would change (and the reason I’m not comfortable giving it five stars) is the single use of the f slur. Given its context—coming from a homophobic villain character—I’m sure it was likely chosen carefully and intentionally, but I still don’t like it. It wasn’t necessary.
The only thing I would change (and the reason I’m not comfortable giving it five stars) is the single use of the f slur. Given its context—coming from a homophobic villain character—I’m sure it was likely chosen carefully and intentionally, but I still don’t like it. It wasn’t necessary.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Torture, Confinement, and Gore
Moderate: Gun violence and War
Minor: Death of parent and Cancer
unsuccessfulbookclub's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is like the perfect mix of Things Clare Likes: dystopian hellscape, road-trip, absolutely swoony love story, scorching hot spice, quirky idiots doing Real Stuff™️, HIGH STAKES outside the relationship, grumpy/sunshine, forced proximity, hurt/comfort, realistic and emotionally charged conflict…ugh so good.
Dystopian monster romance? Yes this genre exists. I know, I was surprised too. The thing I enjoyed the most about Wyn and Danny’s story was that even though it was outrageous and totally fantastical, the situation they were in together allowed their relationship to develop slowly and realistically. I mean, there’s “forced proximity” and then there’s “a mass-murdering monster* saved me from the military and now we are on the run together through a deserted United States crawling with raiders, monsters and other dangers.” Like I said: STAKES ARE HIGH.
*there’s more than meets the eye here, but I’ll let you read it to find out.
👍🏻RECOMMENDED. Check the CW - this is a romance but there are a lot of horror elements in it that were familiar to me as a plague novel/dystopian horror enthusiast that might be hard to take if you’re not expecting them.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Body horror, Confinement, Torture, Death, Gore, Grief, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Violence, Vomit, Blood, Cursing, Homophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, and War
chilivanilli28's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Torture, War, and Homophobia
cluckieduck's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
OK, I have found my new obsession and boy is it a hot one. This is everything I never knew I needed in my life - M/M monster dystopian romance!
I was surprised to see this was the author's first novel because it's such a strong debut! Sure it's a little rough around the edges, but the setting and character's she's created here are a great foundation. And it was such a rollercoaster! I felt joy, pain, fear, anxiety, heartbreak....but ultimately it's just such a sweet romance.
The two leads, Danny (the lovable, kinda dumb human) and Wyn (the Soul Eater) have such lovely interactions. It's told entirely from Danny's POV, though I kinda wish there were some POVs written from Wyn's perspective because he is very much the strong, silent type. But watching him slowly start to relax around Danny was amazing and their sexy times...holy hotness. I haven't been exposed to much in the ways of alternate anatomy, but boy did I enjoy this and all the variations they got up to!
Really looking forward to see where the series goes!
I was surprised to see this was the author's first novel because it's such a strong debut! Sure it's a little rough around the edges, but the setting and character's she's created here are a great foundation. And it was such a rollercoaster! I felt joy, pain, fear, anxiety, heartbreak....but ultimately it's just such a sweet romance.
The two leads, Danny (the lovable, kinda dumb human) and Wyn (the Soul Eater) have such lovely interactions. It's told entirely from Danny's POV, though I kinda wish there were some POVs written from Wyn's perspective because he is very much the strong, silent type. But watching him slowly start to relax around Danny was amazing and their sexy times...holy hotness. I haven't been exposed to much in the ways of alternate anatomy, but boy did I enjoy this and all the variations they got up to!
Really looking forward to see where the series goes!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, War, Blood, Body horror, Confinement, Cursing, Genocide, Gore, Gun violence, Homophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Murder, Vomit, and Xenophobia
laurenbooksit10's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
I read this one on a whim after hearing about it from one of my fav bookstagrammers (@romantically_inclined). I went in not really knowing anything. I had no idea it was dystopian or that the hero would be such an adorable cinnamon roll or that I would be treated to a wonderfully well put together story in a weird apocalyptic hellscape that would be so dang compelling.
I'm not really sure what category this book fits into, but for being so dark (check your content warnings, friends!), this book was also so heart meltingly sweet. Will be starting the next book in 10... 9... 8...
I'm not really sure what category this book fits into, but for being so dark (check your content warnings, friends!), this book was also so heart meltingly sweet. Will be starting the next book in 10... 9... 8...
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, War, Murder, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood
larrrio's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
I honestly don't know how to start.
I read this book within 24hrs. Two weeks ago.
AND I CAN'T STOP THINKING ABOUT IT!
It's cute, angsty, funny, really hot and just very unique in many ways! (p.97 tho
I read this book within 24hrs. Two weeks ago.
AND I CAN'T STOP THINKING ABOUT IT!
It's cute, angsty, funny, really hot and just very unique in many ways! (p.97 tho
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, War, and Violence
hungryhornyinsomniac's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
But I felt the plot lacking and it was fun more for the smut and the character development. You had this amazing post-apocalyptic plot that was almost forgotten, it's more of the two traveling through the 'wastelands' vibes and adding monster fucking. The smut was good tho! I didn't rate it higher because it was just more of them screwing frequently, I would consider upping the spice cuz Wyn's Anatomy big plus wyn has both a penis-like appendage and a slit that's used<s/poiler> , I love the switching and I enjoyed Danny x Wyn.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture and Sexual content
Moderate: Murder, Homophobia, War, and Violence
Minor: Animal death, Confinement, Death of parent, Gun violence, and Kidnapping
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