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hellobookbird's review against another edition
4.0
Fate has never once shied away from the opportunity to take a massive shit on my life, and this time is no exception.
Zera is a Heartless – the immortal, unageing soldier of a witch. Bound to the witch Nightsinger ever since she saved her from the bandits who murdered her family, Zera longs for freedom from the woods they hide in. Until Nightsinger asks Zera for a Prince’s heart in exchange for her own, with one addendum; if she’s discovered infiltrating the court, Nightsinger will destroy her heart rather than see her tortured by the witch-hating nobles.
Crown Prince Lucien d’Malvane hates the royal court as much as it loves him – every tutor too afraid to correct him and every girl jockeying for a place at his darkly handsome side. No one can challenge him – until the arrival of Lady Zera. She’s inelegant, smart-mouthed, carefree, and out for his blood. The Prince’s honor has him quickly aiming for her throat.
This was an absolutely delightful read full of spice, sass, and a side of brains (kidding, sorta).
"Where's your corset?"
"I tried it on," I assure her. "Five minutes of not being able to breathe was enough, thank you."
"It's the fashion," she insists. "From Helkyris."
"Well now it's the fashion from Helkyris that's in the garbage can."
Equally equipped with daggers and dresses, I really enjoyed Zera's complete femininity with her badassery. And that girl has a TONGUE.
The romance was cute, though aspects of it were predictable, and the ending...was not as satisfying as I wanted as I am not a lover of cliffhangers. Thanks, Wolf.
Recommended for those that like sassy dialogue and a cute romance.
savanah's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
3.25
Banter between FMC and MMC was really good. FMC internal dialogue made me want to throw the book. Far too much “I’m not like other girls” and repeating of information we already knew over and over again.
boo_the_ghost's review against another edition
5.0
I couldn’t put this book down!! With an amazing concept and a main character who’s whit and soul drives a brilliant story and a start of a great adventure! And absolute master piece!
crystal_ice14's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
daliadoman's review against another edition
The writing is sooo bad omg. "a king is worth a potato" my ass
smithrachaelynn's review against another edition
3.0
This is such a unique fantasy novel! I really enjoyed that the main character is supposed to be bad and she’s figuring herself out.
shes_book_obsessed's review
4.0
Bring Me Their Hearts
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
What a magical, twisted tale...
This book was unexpectedly captivating! I absolutely loved the level of pettiness and wittiness, as stated before, from the main character Zera. Unfortunately, I was not as interested in the love interest, though I blame it all on Zera stealing the spotlight.
On the topic of Lucien, he kind of irked me...
A prince willing the marry out of love so she could become "queen", but the other person doesn't feel the same way. This just didn't sit right with me. On the other hand, I admired his love and care for his people. When it comes to the dynamics between the main group (Zera, Lucien, Malachite, Fione) I thought they were a good match. The plot was very predictable as I foresaw nearly everything, though I still loved the book itself. I could not put it down, as I clearly read it in two days.
Final thoughts; I'm in the middle of trying to figure out if Lucien has gained my official approval of the art of "simping" or not, hmmm...
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
What a magical, twisted tale...
This book was unexpectedly captivating! I absolutely loved the level of pettiness and wittiness, as stated before, from the main character Zera. Unfortunately, I was not as interested in the love interest, though I blame it all on Zera stealing the spotlight.
On the topic of Lucien, he kind of irked me...
A prince willing the marry out of love so she could become "queen", but the other person doesn't feel the same way. This just didn't sit right with me. On the other hand, I admired his love and care for his people. When it comes to the dynamics between the main group (Zera, Lucien, Malachite, Fione) I thought they were a good match. The plot was very predictable as I foresaw nearly everything, though I still loved the book itself. I could not put it down, as I clearly read it in two days.
Final thoughts; I'm in the middle of trying to figure out if Lucien has gained my official approval of the art of "simping" or not, hmmm...
lucyperry's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
jenn2_289's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
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? It's complicated
5.0
All the main characters are lovable. Espacially the protagonist Zera is so funny and smart and I very much enjoyed experiencing her story.
andiemags53's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book! I always love strong, outspoken female characters. Can't wait to read the next one!