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eliezrah's review against another edition
5.0
Oh wow. I'm almost at a loss for words at how AMAZING this book was. The fact that I was up until 4am reading it straight through should speak for itself. Vampire stories are not what I typically read, but I love Felice's books and knew I had to try it. I'm so glad I did. As with all her books, the writing pulls you in immediately and you can't help but fall in love with the characters. There are a few spots where you'll need to grab a tissue while reading, but those tears will be worth it. I hated finishing the book & having to say goodbye to Damion & Massimo.
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily gave my honest review.
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily gave my honest review.
layla87's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
Liked:
- The take on vampire lore
- The Mates aspect
- The pacing was good too.
Niggles:
- I didn't really FEEL the connection between Massimo and Damion.
- After all the build up of the return to the "fold", it was over pretty quickly.
- Some plot holes and a bit of unexplained things.
The audio was good enough. Kale Williams did a good job.
Liked:
- The take on vampire lore
- The Mates aspect
- The pacing was good too.
Niggles:
- I didn't really FEEL the connection between Massimo and Damion.
- After all the build up of the return to the "fold", it was over pretty quickly.
- Some plot holes and a bit of unexplained things.
The audio was good enough. Kale Williams did a good job.
loulou87's review
3.0
3.5 stars
Liked:
- The take on vampire lore
- The Mates aspect
- The pacing was good too.
Niggles:
- I didn't really FEEL the connection between Massimo and Damion.
- After all the build up of the return to the "fold", it was over pretty quickly.
- Some plot holes and a bit of unexplained things.
The audio was good enough. Kale Williams did a good job.
Liked:
- The take on vampire lore
- The Mates aspect
- The pacing was good too.
Niggles:
- I didn't really FEEL the connection between Massimo and Damion.
- After all the build up of the return to the "fold", it was over pretty quickly.
- Some plot holes and a bit of unexplained things.
The audio was good enough. Kale Williams did a good job.
cadiva's review
4.0
An interesting take on the vampire mythology
3.5*
Felice Stevens' jaunt into the paranormal realm was mostly a success for me.
I liked the set up, with vampires living in a separate world, hidden from humanity. I liked both MCs, they had a connection from the off which started in friendship and then turned into more.
I liked the sense of found family in both the friends Damion had acquired during his pretty rough life, and in Massimo's loyal servant Claudio.
Which brings me to one of the things which I really didn't like and which peed me off tbh.
Without spoiling the plot, I'm pretty sure there could have been many other avenues explored for 'loose ends' than the one which was chosen.
It seemed purely there as a means to make Massimo be the only future Damion could have, rather than one he chose in full knowledge of what he'd be giving up.
The other thing which stopped my rating from being higher was an element which occurs right at the heart of the tension point and didn't quite have the effect on me I think it was supposed to do.
It felt a little overblown and only there for what very much felt like a Deus Ex moment.
Still, that's not to say I didn't enjoy the book, I did, it had a compelling storyline which I was intrigued by.
I'm not sure if there will be more in the world or if it was a one off, but it stood up well on its own.
3.5*
Felice Stevens' jaunt into the paranormal realm was mostly a success for me.
I liked the set up, with vampires living in a separate world, hidden from humanity. I liked both MCs, they had a connection from the off which started in friendship and then turned into more.
I liked the sense of found family in both the friends Damion had acquired during his pretty rough life, and in Massimo's loyal servant Claudio.
Which brings me to one of the things which I really didn't like and which peed me off tbh.
Without spoiling the plot, I'm pretty sure there could have been many other avenues explored for 'loose ends' than the one which was chosen.
It seemed purely there as a means to make Massimo be the only future Damion could have, rather than one he chose in full knowledge of what he'd be giving up.
The other thing which stopped my rating from being higher was an element which occurs right at the heart of the tension point and didn't quite have the effect on me I think it was supposed to do.
It felt a little overblown and only there for what very much felt like a Deus Ex moment.
Still, that's not to say I didn't enjoy the book, I did, it had a compelling storyline which I was intrigued by.
I'm not sure if there will be more in the world or if it was a one off, but it stood up well on its own.
chloeinbooksland's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
I really enjoyed it except the last 25% when they went to the Fold (the Vampire country), things were dragging.
The narrator also did a great job. I usually avoid Kale Williams because although I like his narration, I usually find there a lack of emotions/intonations, that he conveys the characters emotions on the same tone as the rest of the narrations.
The narrator also did a great job. I usually avoid Kale Williams because although I like his narration, I usually find there a lack of emotions/intonations, that he conveys the characters emotions on the same tone as the rest of the narrations.
isalaur's review
fast-paced
5.0
This book, based on so many recommendations, has been sitting in my TBR for a while. I finally decided it was time and am kicking myself for waiting. I read it all in one sitting as I couldn’t put it down.
The world building here is so interesting and I love some of the new vampire features Stevens has created though I’m surprised by some she has left out. The MCs, Massimo and Damion both captured my attention right away and I was rooting for them to get their HEA.
There are several stages to the book and a couple of crisis points. The story arc moves well and builds the relationship and then the political problem. The ending to the final battle is awesome and the ending to the book is sweet and special. I know it’s a standalone but I would love more in this world. The steps for what must come after the ending here would have to make for a fantastic story.
The world building here is so interesting and I love some of the new vampire features Stevens has created though I’m surprised by some she has left out. The MCs, Massimo and Damion both captured my attention right away and I was rooting for them to get their HEA.
There are several stages to the book and a couple of crisis points. The story arc moves well and builds the relationship and then the political problem. The ending to the final battle is awesome and the ending to the book is sweet and special. I know it’s a standalone but I would love more in this world. The steps for what must come after the ending here would have to make for a fantastic story.
eltropenguin's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
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