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3.45 AVERAGE
3.45 AVERAGE
This book was a recommendation from Amazon but I thought it was good and interesting. Great start to a cool series
Odd book. Started well but then my interest died. The weaker storyline would have worked better if shorter perhaps, but I couldn't retain interest. The author writes fine, but it reads like a Young Adult Reverse Harem - I don't like YA RH - but the character is 24.
I think the main problem was I became so frustrated with it all. If you think you're at that much risk and betrayal, why would you continue to stay in the house? What would you pretend and put yourself at risk? And even if you didn't suspect this was a scam, why would you act so weak-willed about just going to see friends or what you're really doing in town? She is not a child! I get it's a different culture, but that was too annoying to deal with the entire book. Why be a doormat to someone you hate, don't trust? If you find yourself at major risk, why stay until you can sort it out?
It doesn't make sense, and it makes the character too weak for me to deal with.
I also don't get the character she invented from loving books. It matches schizophrenia more than anything. It may tie into the magic later, but she has an imaginary character she knows isn't real who appears to her visually and they communicate in her mind. She speaks in her head to that character when with others, and speaks aloud to this character when she's alone, knowing people will think she's mentally ill if they witness it. The character is invisible from everyone else. She says the character came alive because she loved the book so much that she was born. ??
The men aren't bad but they just don't ring much other than good guys who are hopelessly committed. It's a pre-established (by years) relationship where they've been apart for years, which are both things that bug me when starting a new romance series. I like to see the first meeting and impressions, not years later when they catch back up again.
It's also multiple point of view, which isn't my preferred form for this type of genre. Some may prefer it so it's not black marks on the grade exactly, but another reason I couldn't get into it as well. The emotions are too there already, a little too clean and simplified.
I think the main problem was I became so frustrated with it all. If you think you're at that much risk and betrayal, why would you continue to stay in the house? What would you pretend and put yourself at risk? And even if you didn't suspect this was a scam, why would you act so weak-willed about just going to see friends or what you're really doing in town? She is not a child! I get it's a different culture, but that was too annoying to deal with the entire book. Why be a doormat to someone you hate, don't trust? If you find yourself at major risk, why stay until you can sort it out?
It doesn't make sense, and it makes the character too weak for me to deal with.
I also don't get the character she invented from loving books. It matches schizophrenia more than anything. It may tie into the magic later, but she has an imaginary character she knows isn't real who appears to her visually and they communicate in her mind. She speaks in her head to that character when with others, and speaks aloud to this character when she's alone, knowing people will think she's mentally ill if they witness it. The character is invisible from everyone else. She says the character came alive because she loved the book so much that she was born. ??
The men aren't bad but they just don't ring much other than good guys who are hopelessly committed. It's a pre-established (by years) relationship where they've been apart for years, which are both things that bug me when starting a new romance series. I like to see the first meeting and impressions, not years later when they catch back up again.
It's also multiple point of view, which isn't my preferred form for this type of genre. Some may prefer it so it's not black marks on the grade exactly, but another reason I couldn't get into it as well. The emotions are too there already, a little too clean and simplified.
2.5 stars. I mean… maybe I shouldn’t have started this after Age of Andinna? Because that seriess was so freaking good.
There’s no build up. Straight up I love you let’s get shacking. Well, there was, with Damon but then *ring bell* oh hey let’s fuck and there’s that.
I’m worried about Gabriel, though. He might be sus
There’s no build up. Straight up I love you let’s get shacking. Well, there was, with Damon but then *ring bell* oh hey let’s fuck and there’s that.
I’m worried about Gabriel, though. He might be sus
Ever since Reverse Harem Month, I've been keeping an eye on the subgenre. There's something extra delightfully naughty about not having to choose between your favourite types of heroes. You can have the bad boy, the nice guy, the dark and handsome figure... It may not be common in real life, but romance allows us to explore our fantasies, and having a group to give you the love you desire (physically and emotionally) is actually a rather nice one.
And you know what? This was a rather nice reverse harem story. It was easy to read, and very quick, too. It didn't take long to jump onto the action, and I had my suspicions and hopes set from the very beginning. The Big Bad was somewhat of a stereotype, but I was fine with that. And as much as I love my romance, it was sort of nice to see that Rose had bigger things to worry about, like making amends for the actions of her family and figuring out her own destiny, not just hooking up.
That being said, the steaminess was perfect. There weren't too many sexy scenes in this series starter, but they were delicious, and I have high hopes for the next book!
For the first page or so, I was confused, but I quickly latched on to the idea of Philomena. Rose is so lacking in friends for over a decade that she turns to books for support, and to one book in particular, Philomena's. Over time, Rose came to think of Phil as a real person, an imaginary friend who comes with her everywhere and makes amusing comments that no one else could make, as they'd be overheard. Yes, this is a bit sad and not exactly sane, but I kinda loved it??? It would be so much fun to have my favourite characters come to life and interact with me, even if no one else could see them.
I'm going to be honest and say that I feel like you have to judge reverse harem novels in a different way to other romances, and other paranormal stories. Unless you want an epic, you have to understand that there just isn't enough time for substantial paranormal world-building and character development of multiple main characters. There were quite a few gaps to the world, and so I'm left with a lot of questions. Hopefully, though, this is a series, and some of those questions will get answered later.
The important thing is that it scratches the itch its meant to. If you want fully fleshed out characters and magic systems and whatnot, turn to a fantasy. However, if you want to dream about having a bunch of handsome young men lavishing you with love and attention, then this is a good place to start.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
And you know what? This was a rather nice reverse harem story. It was easy to read, and very quick, too. It didn't take long to jump onto the action, and I had my suspicions and hopes set from the very beginning. The Big Bad was somewhat of a stereotype, but I was fine with that. And as much as I love my romance, it was sort of nice to see that Rose had bigger things to worry about, like making amends for the actions of her family and figuring out her own destiny, not just hooking up.
That being said, the steaminess was perfect. There weren't too many sexy scenes in this series starter, but they were delicious, and I have high hopes for the next book!
For the first page or so, I was confused, but I quickly latched on to the idea of Philomena. Rose is so lacking in friends for over a decade that she turns to books for support, and to one book in particular, Philomena's. Over time, Rose came to think of Phil as a real person, an imaginary friend who comes with her everywhere and makes amusing comments that no one else could make, as they'd be overheard. Yes, this is a bit sad and not exactly sane, but I kinda loved it??? It would be so much fun to have my favourite characters come to life and interact with me, even if no one else could see them.
I'm going to be honest and say that I feel like you have to judge reverse harem novels in a different way to other romances, and other paranormal stories. Unless you want an epic, you have to understand that there just isn't enough time for substantial paranormal world-building and character development of multiple main characters. There were quite a few gaps to the world, and so I'm left with a lot of questions. Hopefully, though, this is a series, and some of those questions will get answered later.
The important thing is that it scratches the itch its meant to. If you want fully fleshed out characters and magic systems and whatnot, turn to a fantasy. However, if you want to dream about having a bunch of handsome young men lavishing you with love and attention, then this is a good place to start.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Loved this
I'm not usually a big lover of witch books, well books about just witches in anyway. This was fabulously written though and the magic isn't overpowering. Sometimes I find a book is all about the powers rather than the characters and that can be disappointing. The group dynamic is cute and I'm really looking forward to how that might change with the Gabriel element coming in. I really hope everything Rose's stepmother said isn't try but I have a horrible feeling it will be so I hope the boys can hello her pull through.
I'm not usually a big lover of witch books, well books about just witches in anyway. This was fabulously written though and the magic isn't overpowering. Sometimes I find a book is all about the powers rather than the characters and that can be disappointing. The group dynamic is cute and I'm really looking forward to how that might change with the Gabriel element coming in. I really hope everything Rose's stepmother said isn't try but I have a horrible feeling it will be so I hope the boys can hello her pull through.
I received a copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.
The main reason why I requested a copy of this title was my newfound obsession with everything reverse harem. I didn’t even stop to consider my previous experiences with the author writing, her style.
The thing is that if I purely look at the story from the technical parts then it’s pretty great. The writing is so much neater than it was in Dragon’s guard (the other book I read from Eva Chase) and the plot builds along cleaner lines as well. The world building is on the simpler side but well established and if you into the whole witches and magic thing then there is a great possibility that you are going to like the book more than me. I even see some small hints to Cinderella in it and it was an interesting twist to things. I saw the possibility in this but it just didn’t click for me.
However, my main problem was with the main character and the disconnection between her personality and the whole speed she charges into the reveres harem situation. It just made me feel like the events in the story were to orchestrated, not natural or genuine. Rose is almost 25 yet she acts like a shy and conservative 16-years-old in my opinion, partially because of her upbringing and the strange controlling environment of the witch community. But this whole situation just didn’t fit with the events for me and was a huge obstacle of my enjoyment. It doesn’t help either that while there is mystery going on in the background (which is predictable as hell) the focus is on her character and her relationships with the boys. Overall, it was a bit boring for my taste.
Also while the story is practically told from different point of views, alas the boys get their own chapters as well, I don’t feel we got to know them well enough to establish a connection to them. Something that would have helped me raise a need to read the next book.
It was an okay read, I finished it quickly and there wasn’t anything overly bad about the story, it was just not for me.
The main reason why I requested a copy of this title was my newfound obsession with everything reverse harem. I didn’t even stop to consider my previous experiences with the author writing, her style.
The thing is that if I purely look at the story from the technical parts then it’s pretty great. The writing is so much neater than it was in Dragon’s guard (the other book I read from Eva Chase) and the plot builds along cleaner lines as well. The world building is on the simpler side but well established and if you into the whole witches and magic thing then there is a great possibility that you are going to like the book more than me. I even see some small hints to Cinderella in it and it was an interesting twist to things. I saw the possibility in this but it just didn’t click for me.
However, my main problem was with the main character and the disconnection between her personality and the whole speed she charges into the reveres harem situation. It just made me feel like the events in the story were to orchestrated, not natural or genuine. Rose is almost 25 yet she acts like a shy and conservative 16-years-old in my opinion, partially because of her upbringing and the strange controlling environment of the witch community. But this whole situation just didn’t fit with the events for me and was a huge obstacle of my enjoyment. It doesn’t help either that while there is mystery going on in the background (which is predictable as hell) the focus is on her character and her relationships with the boys. Overall, it was a bit boring for my taste.
Also while the story is practically told from different point of views, alas the boys get their own chapters as well, I don’t feel we got to know them well enough to establish a connection to them. Something that would have helped me raise a need to read the next book.
It was an okay read, I finished it quickly and there wasn’t anything overly bad about the story, it was just not for me.
I have been very into reverse harem fiction lately and while this is not the best of what I have read recently in that genre it is still quite enjoyable and a fun escape. I really like the characters and I feel like they are fairly well fleshed out and he story holds my interest. I think this series is stronger than the other books I have read by Eva Chase. I am reviewing this book based on an ARC received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest opinion.
My Rating : 3
Okay I have been getting into reverse harem stories recently and I gave this series a shot. The characters introduced were quite cliched but I really liked how they behave when they are together! I am not sure how I feel about the actual story, and that ending was quite cheesyyyyy.. I still liked it okayy.. We'll see how it goes down in the next books.
Okay I have been getting into reverse harem stories recently and I gave this series a shot. The characters introduced were quite cliched but I really liked how they behave when they are together! I am not sure how I feel about the actual story, and that ending was quite cheesyyyyy.. I still liked it okayy.. We'll see how it goes down in the next books.
I have been very into reverse harem fiction lately and while this is not the best of what I have read recently in that genre it is still quite enjoyable and a fun escape. I really like the characters and I feel like they are fairly well fleshed out and he story holds my interest. I think this series is stronger than the other books I have read by Eva Chase. I am reviewing this book based on an ARC received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest opinion.