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haidcaitlin's review against another edition
slow-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? N/A
2.5
Book was just okay. Felt like parts of the book was slow and important parts were just skipped over.
aly28's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
diszie's review against another edition
5.0
The characters are very compelling! Many likeable and strong ones in the mix. This is the only book so far that I genuinely liked all 3 characters in a love triangle. Since it’s just the beginning, I’m sure that’ll change down the line of books in the series. But I’m excited to see where it goes!
astralfeline's review against another edition
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? It's complicated
3.5
I had such a hard time getting through this book. Idk what it was, but I could not get invested. I wanted to like this because I love acotar but it didn't capture my attention the same way.
eloradannon's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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
5.0
amanda_93's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
relaxing
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
briggs_drea's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
3.0
evispevis's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
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
4.0
clockworkbook's review against another edition
5.0
Re-read 9+x
I have been asked numerous times why I love and re-read SJM's books, and I found a great Tumbler post regarding Sarah J. Maas. It helps explain some of why I love her intriguing stories, worlds, and characters in all her series.
https://mor-rigan.tumblr.com/post/143...
• Strong female characters who literally don’t need men to save them.
• REALISTIC ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION!
• A MALE character who has been sexually abused and assaulted and suffers repercussions from it.
• The first guy a girl meets is not her soulmate (i.e., realistic relationships).
• Depictions of both male and female abusers/abusive relationships.
• FEMALE CHARACTERS ACTUALLY LOOKING OUT FOR OTHER FEMALE CHARACTERS!
• Did I already mention badass women who could kick a man’s butt if she needed to?
https://deviru.tumblr.com/post/144057...
*Female characters that can be both badass and feminine.
*Male characters that aren’t warriors and don’t feel ashamed for it.
*Male characters that like the idea of being in love and/or dream of having a family.
*Female characters that have sexual active lives and are not shamed for it.
*Female characters save male character’s lives without the male feeling less manly for it.
*Males and females being friends, without romantic or sexual attraction for each other.
Original Rating: 4.25⭐
I have been asked numerous times why I love and re-read SJM's books, and I found a great Tumbler post regarding Sarah J. Maas. It helps explain some of why I love her intriguing stories, worlds, and characters in all her series.
https://mor-rigan.tumblr.com/post/143...
• Strong female characters who literally don’t need men to save them.
• REALISTIC ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION!
• A MALE character who has been sexually abused and assaulted and suffers repercussions from it.
• The first guy a girl meets is not her soulmate (i.e., realistic relationships).
• Depictions of both male and female abusers/abusive relationships.
• FEMALE CHARACTERS ACTUALLY LOOKING OUT FOR OTHER FEMALE CHARACTERS!
• Did I already mention badass women who could kick a man’s butt if she needed to?
https://deviru.tumblr.com/post/144057...
*Female characters that can be both badass and feminine.
*Male characters that aren’t warriors and don’t feel ashamed for it.
*Male characters that like the idea of being in love and/or dream of having a family.
*Female characters that have sexual active lives and are not shamed for it.
*Female characters save male character’s lives without the male feeling less manly for it.
*Males and females being friends, without romantic or sexual attraction for each other.
Original Rating: 4.25⭐
kristenhayes11's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
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
4.0