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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I just couldn't get into it. It was not enticing me to read further.
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
WORTH ALL THE HYPE! a perfect YA fantasy that feels like a fairytale.
I specifically read the caraval series last year to prepare for this trilogy, and fell in love with the unique and magical universe. idk why it took me so long to finally start this, but it feels like coming home to a welcoming hug. i’ve missed the magic and whimsical wonder of this universe so so much. i listened to the audiobook book as i read too, which added to the magic imo.
I was instantly more intrigued with evangeline and her story compared to the caraval series. i absolutely loved her character. she is so lovable. i understand why everyone loves her, she’s such a soft girl. i relate to her so much. while she may be young and naive at times, she makes up for it by being incredibly kind and brave tbh. how can u fault her for making decisions based on feelings we have all experienced; love, heartbreak and curiosity. she’s such a hopeless romantic with so much empathy and kindness but also is able to stand her ground (especially with jacks 😛)
speaking of jacks WHEWWWW almost forgot how fine he is. i love me a good villain but he’s a villain with a heart! and a crazy redemption arc im sure. or maybe i just love blondes hehe. i’ve missed his sassy humour so much. but wow tella really left him heartbroken. every mention of her made me a little sad, i rmr liking them together a bit in caraval. it definitely helps to have read the other trilogy before this one.
okay now them TOGETHER?! crazy enemies to lovers story. like their chemistry is kinda insane. it had me giggling and blushing but then again, i love this trope. they’re so similar it’s like they’re made for each other without even knowing. BOTH WANT THEIR TRUE LOVE BRUH.
anyways, i loved the plot too. loved seeing them work together. also poor apollo omg. everything was pretty medium to fast paced. i was engaged the whole time which made me finish it so fast. it’s bittersweet. it’s so good i’ll devour the rest of the trilogy even tho i should savour it.
I specifically read the caraval series last year to prepare for this trilogy, and fell in love with the unique and magical universe. idk why it took me so long to finally start this, but it feels like coming home to a welcoming hug. i’ve missed the magic and whimsical wonder of this universe so so much. i listened to the audiobook book as i read too, which added to the magic imo.
I was instantly more intrigued with evangeline and her story compared to the caraval series. i absolutely loved her character. she is so lovable. i understand why everyone loves her, she’s such a soft girl. i relate to her so much. while she may be young and naive at times, she makes up for it by being incredibly kind and brave tbh. how can u fault her for making decisions based on feelings we have all experienced; love, heartbreak and curiosity. she’s such a hopeless romantic with so much empathy and kindness but also is able to stand her ground (especially with jacks 😛)
speaking of jacks WHEWWWW almost forgot how fine he is. i love me a good villain but he’s a villain with a heart! and a crazy redemption arc im sure. or maybe i just love blondes hehe. i’ve missed his sassy humour so much. but wow tella really left him heartbroken. every mention of her made me a little sad, i rmr liking them together a bit in caraval. it definitely helps to have read the other trilogy before this one.
okay now them TOGETHER?! crazy enemies to lovers story. like their chemistry is kinda insane. it had me giggling and blushing but then again, i love this trope. they’re so similar it’s like they’re made for each other without even knowing. BOTH WANT THEIR TRUE LOVE BRUH.
anyways, i loved the plot too. loved seeing them work together. also poor apollo omg. everything was pretty medium to fast paced. i was engaged the whole time which made me finish it so fast. it’s bittersweet. it’s so good i’ll devour the rest of the trilogy even tho i should savour it.
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
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
So many words written to say nothing. Repetitive writing, bland and absolutely STUPID characters. I was bored the entire time and it felt like nothing happened at all in this book.
I liked the fairytale vibes a lot. Evangeline seems to be smarter than most YA protagonists, which I appreciate. Had a great time, an easy read and distinct characters!
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Once Upon a Broken Heart feels like a fairytale, and I absolutely devoured it. Yes, some moments are unbearably cliché, and others had me wanting to snap the book closed and lob it across the room because of how bad they made me cringe (see basically every Jacks scene ever) however cringe might just be my middle name. Stephanie tried so hard to convince us that vampires aren’t the coolest and sexiest creatures alive, and I just wished she had let Jacks make that change but alas, I’ll just have to make do with him remaining a strange godlike figure who can somehow do so much and so little. The plot is what carries this book I believe, alongside the world building. The stories created and the myths of the worlds are gorgeously written and I find myself wishing it were all real, not to mention the concept of the Fates being trapped in a deck of cards - I mean come on, is that not the coolest thing ever? Nonetheless, Evangeline is possibly one of the stupidest main characters I have come across. I understand being wistful, and even being overwhelmingly naïve, but she’s actually just… stupid.
I will be reading the rest of the series.
I will be reading the rest of the series.