Scan barcode
lovesit1892's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Did I just find my new favorite book!? I think so! I consider myself a connoisseur of sapphic vampire books and this is easily the best one I've ever read.
This book is emotional and heartfelt while simultaneously being lighthearted and humorous. The two main characters, Poppy and Roisin, go through many growing pains together, but the dialogue between them is so endearing that you almost forget the trials and tribulations they face.
I also enjoyed the relationships and friendships outside of the main relationship, there was such a refreshing sense of positivity and found family among the cast of characters. Each character has their own unique personality, but the way they interact with one another and accept each other, flaws and all, is realistic of an actual family unit. The genuine representation of sexualities, gender queerness, and fluidity was another highlight of this book.
I found Poppy to be so adorable and lovable; her sarcastic, candid personality really balances out Roisin, who, while very sweet and caring, can be frustratingly stubborn and self-critical at times. The way they grow together is a true portrayal of two people (or vampires!) learning and choosing to love one another despite the difficulties.
The intimate scenes between the characters were actually intimate and sexy, so I struggle to call them simply "spicy" or "smutty," but they are definitely swoon-worthy. They're very well written and feel like accurate portrayals of queer sex and love. I think Breger did a fantastic job of weaving in more modern narratives involving polyamory, consent, BDSM, praise kinks, etc., while still writing in a historically accurate voice.
Overall, I loved this book and I can't recommend it enough to those who enjoy vampires, and especially sapphic vampires.
This book is emotional and heartfelt while simultaneously being lighthearted and humorous. The two main characters, Poppy and Roisin, go through many growing pains together, but the dialogue between them is so endearing that you almost forget the trials and tribulations they face.
I also enjoyed the relationships and friendships outside of the main relationship, there was such a refreshing sense of positivity and found family among the cast of characters. Each character has their own unique personality, but the way they interact with one another and accept each other, flaws and all, is realistic of an actual family unit. The genuine representation of sexualities, gender queerness, and fluidity was another highlight of this book.
The intimate scenes between the characters were actually intimate and sexy, so I struggle to call them simply "spicy" or "smutty," but they are definitely swoon-worthy. They're very well written and feel like accurate portrayals of queer sex and love. I think Breger did a fantastic job of weaving in more modern narratives involving polyamory, consent, BDSM, praise kinks, etc., while still writing in a historically accurate voice.
Overall, I loved this book and I can't recommend it enough to those who enjoy vampires, and especially sapphic vampires.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Gaslighting, Gore, Death, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Sexual content and Toxic relationship
Minor: Body shaming, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual assault, and Panic attacks/disorders
nefariousbee's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I'm not entirely sure what to make out of this book. but it was delightful. in a very particular sense.
it's not a serious book by any means. but it's fun. it's sexy. it's got characters you can love. what didn't entirely make it for me was the romance between the two main characters - in my opinion, there should have been more set up before it all went this love of their lives way. but I still kinda loved it so
it's not a serious book by any means. but it's fun. it's sexy. it's got characters you can love. what didn't entirely make it for me was the romance between the two main characters - in my opinion, there should have been more set up before it all went this love of their lives way. but I still kinda loved it so
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Blood, Toxic relationship, Sexual content, Animal death, and Body shaming
Moderate: Classism, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Alcohol, Gore, Transphobia, Torture, Homophobia, Vomit, Death, and Fatphobia
our_bookish_reads's review against another edition
slow-paced
2.0
The description was beautiful, and I was so excited to start it. It's gothic-esque, there is plenty of smut bordering kinky, LGBTQ+ characters, and vampires. All of these are pure bliss! But after a short time, I found it difficult to stay interested and wasn't enjoying the story. Another problem I had was that while this supposedly takes place in 1837, the writing is very modern and too flowery for me. I also didn't really like Roisin from the beginning. She quickly got to be annoying with some of the things she said and did.
Thank you Netgalley & Bywater Books for the opportunity. All opinions are my own.
Thank you Netgalley & Bywater Books for the opportunity. All opinions are my own.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Body shaming, and Sexual content
More...