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3.74 AVERAGE
3.74 AVERAGE
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Torture, Violence, War
Moderate: Death
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Grief
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
adventurous
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
adventurous
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:
No
adventurous
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I loved the concept of this book but I hated the execution. The first thing that immediately turned me off was the fact that it’s a fantasy book with no map. The second thing that turned me off was the fact that it’s a standalone fantasy novel. Not that standalone fantasy novels are inherently bad, but they immediately turn me off at first bc most of the time they feel very one dimensional and I’m unable to get a full grasp of the world and the characters in the limited amount of time we’re given. And, unfortunately, that fact runs true for this book.
I love the idea of soulmates and fated mates, but I think the romance in this book relies very heavily on that trope. I’m struggling to see any reason why the characters care about each other besides the fact that they’re supposed to be together because of fate or destiny. And the characters themselves felt very one dimensional. Like their only purpose in this world was that they’re soulmates.
That being said, I did like the past lives aspect and finally being able to piece together the ancient story with how it connected to the present storyline. I would have loved to see more of that though since it was the most interesting part of the book for me.
I love the idea of soulmates and fated mates, but I think the romance in this book relies very heavily on that trope. I’m struggling to see any reason why the characters care about each other besides the fact that they’re supposed to be together because of fate or destiny. And the characters themselves felt very one dimensional. Like their only purpose in this world was that they’re soulmates.
That being said, I did like the past lives aspect and finally being able to piece together the ancient story with how it connected to the present storyline. I would have loved to see more of that though since it was the most interesting part of the book for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Blood, Murder, War
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
fast-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:
Yes
Arc...thought it was a good fantasy romance with good world building behind the lore and "magic systems" present.
The Last Dragon of the East is a gripping tale of two lost fated lovers battling for their lives against an evil so foul. The story is rich in Chinese mythology that focuses on threads of fate, across many lifetimes.
Sai is a tender-hearted, sweet character that you are either annoyed with or enjoy. This simple tea shop owner embarks on a journey that thrusts him into a realm of violence, yet in that chaos he finds beauty.
The two fated characters are faced with numerous challenges that test their connection. Kwan brings a touch of humor to their dynamic that I couldn't help but giggle at. Yes, I said giggle.
It was heart wrenching to finally piece all the ancient stories of the three dragons come to light, but it makes for a beautiful love story filled with longing, and devotion. Perhaps not in this lifetime but rest assured, we will find each other in the next.
Sai is a tender-hearted, sweet character that you are either annoyed with or enjoy. This simple tea shop owner embarks on a journey that thrusts him into a realm of violence, yet in that chaos he finds beauty.
The two fated characters are faced with numerous challenges that test their connection. Kwan brings a touch of humor to their dynamic that I couldn't help but giggle at. Yes, I said giggle.
It was heart wrenching to finally piece all the ancient stories of the three dragons come to light, but it makes for a beautiful love story filled with longing, and devotion. Perhaps not in this lifetime but rest assured, we will find each other in the next.