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fairytalearista's review against another edition
5.0
The series is getting grimmer, grittier, and rawer as we go. If you like your books squeaky clean, this is not the series for you. But, OH, the plotlines are getting tangled, secrets are getting clearer, and Ayleth and Cerine taking down the phantomwitch together at the end was just amazing.
amybraunauthor's review against another edition
5.0
This series is expanding and I love it! There are new characters, new secrets, new dramas, and new twists in this thrilling and detailed world.
Ayleth continues to push her limits and do what she thinks is right. She is devoted to saving people and uncovering the truth about her life and those she serves. Which, of course, continue to put her at odds with Terryn and his secrets. They are both stubborn characters set to carve their own path, but who constantly find themselves entangled with each other. I look forward to seeing how their bond changes and grows.
Other characters who got excellent development were Gerard and Serene. I really enjoyed their scenes, though their bond formed through tragedy.
Once again, Mercedes doesn’t shy away from the gore or horror of her world and the witches. I loved the action and the tension. I listened to the audiobook and I have to say the narration is as incredible as the prose.
This is a great series for lovers of dark fantasy adventure, and I can’t wait to start the next book!
Ayleth continues to push her limits and do what she thinks is right. She is devoted to saving people and uncovering the truth about her life and those she serves. Which, of course, continue to put her at odds with Terryn and his secrets. They are both stubborn characters set to carve their own path, but who constantly find themselves entangled with each other. I look forward to seeing how their bond changes and grows.
Other characters who got excellent development were Gerard and Serene. I really enjoyed their scenes, though their bond formed through tragedy.
Once again, Mercedes doesn’t shy away from the gore or horror of her world and the witches. I loved the action and the tension. I listened to the audiobook and I have to say the narration is as incredible as the prose.
This is a great series for lovers of dark fantasy adventure, and I can’t wait to start the next book!
rayonx's review against another edition
4.0
I received an ARC of this book from the author
This book in one sentence: As the Golden Prince is engaged again, and requests Terryn's aid after the tragedy of his first engagement, leaving Ayleth to protect the woods from witches.
My rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Steaminess: 1/2
This book in one sentence: As the Golden Prince is engaged again, and requests Terryn's aid after the tragedy of his first engagement, leaving Ayleth to protect the woods from witches.
My rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Steaminess: 1/2
brii_brii's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
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
5.0
chikidude's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I felt like this book was short and missing plot development. A filler novel. It felt like a recap with a quick “introduction” of an important character, but’s only important so we know who the prince will marry.
It’s ok. I am not feeling super inclined to keep reading.
It’s ok. I am not feeling super inclined to keep reading.
musgrovej's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
smilelarke's review
4.25
another one-day read. kinda love that romance is just subplot. she's such a bad ass on the struggle bus and it's amazing to see.
amenalf53's review
4.0
Fascinating mystery
I really enjoyed the element of heretical translations — it keeps the moral dilemma ongoing and is very well done. Major critique: since no actual synopsis of past books is given, there is an expectation of reading the books in order. Consequently, the repetition of basic world and character elements (like the uses of the pipes or Terryn’s suppression) is repetitious.
I really enjoyed the element of heretical translations — it keeps the moral dilemma ongoing and is very well done. Major critique: since no actual synopsis of past books is given, there is an expectation of reading the books in order. Consequently, the repetition of basic world and character elements (like the uses of the pipes or Terryn’s suppression) is repetitious.
tellie's review against another edition
4.0
Ok, book three just didn't grip me as I hoped it would. I am struggling so much with this series but I promised myself that I would finish this series and not DNF it but at the rate it's going, it might just happen yet. Don't get me wrong, the concept is amazing, but I don't know what's not pulling me in.