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4.52 AVERAGE
4.52 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This installment is no less worthy than all the rest of the series, managing to bring a new flair as our protagonist is stuck in a world of magic with only a thread of his own in tact and closer to mortality than he had been since his first life.
It brings all the action, the comradery, the emotional and physical battles, the calls to mythology and still squeezing bits of history though it's more separated from the real world than others, that I personally love from book one and beyond. The inclusion of several elements that would be considered 'diverse' is again completely natural and in context to the story even if it is not marketed as a point. That is the type of representation that I hunger for there to be more of. You don't need to scream that a book , say in this case, has elements of racism juxtaposed with characters who are comfortable with themselves, of the wrestling of pronouns and gender mostly by others when one character ends up in a body form they're not used to, of echoes of the exploitation of the venerable, and the lingering effects and presence of fascism. It's just there and addressed as is appropriate for the position it plays to the plot.
It also contains a few very heart squeezing scenes.
It brings all the action, the comradery, the emotional and physical battles, the calls to mythology and still squeezing bits of history though it's more separated from the real world than others, that I personally love from book one and beyond. The inclusion of several elements that would be considered 'diverse' is again completely natural and in context to the story even if it is not marketed as a point. That is the type of representation that I hunger for there to be more of. You don't need to scream that a book , say in this case, has elements of racism juxtaposed with characters who are comfortable with themselves, of the wrestling of pronouns and gender mostly by others when one character ends up in a body form they're not used to, of echoes of the exploitation of the venerable, and the lingering effects and presence of fascism. It's just there and addressed as is appropriate for the position it plays to the plot.
It also contains a few very heart squeezing scenes.
This is another wild and rambunctious story set at the crossroads of history and mythology with a dash of magic and snark. Do not ever ask how things can get worse for our intrepid, but ImPerfect Hero...the writer is a master of answering that question is unexpected ways.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
No punches pulled (duh cause Aicha is back)
*I received an ARC copy of this book, all opinions are mine and given joyously*
This book is the 4th installment in the ImPerfecr Cathar series. This particular book opens on a still weak Paul and ever ready Aicha trying to figure out how to leave Faerie. Through a series of mishaps and lots of blood, they finally make it to Winter and can attempt to free the kids and get home.
Our flashbacks this time take us to the 70's with Paul and Aicha going after some nazi glorifying shizzards. Which of course happens through mishaps and bloodshed.
One of my favorite features of these bolms are the titles. They are clever and foreshadowing or just a mental commentary on the current position they are in.
This one is a tear jerker folks. Be prepared
*I received an ARC copy of this book, all opinions are mine and given joyously*
This book is the 4th installment in the ImPerfecr Cathar series. This particular book opens on a still weak Paul and ever ready Aicha trying to figure out how to leave Faerie. Through a series of mishaps and lots of blood, they finally make it to Winter and can attempt to free the kids and get home.
Our flashbacks this time take us to the 70's with Paul and Aicha going after some nazi glorifying shizzards. Which of course happens through mishaps and bloodshed.
One of my favorite features of these bolms are the titles. They are clever and foreshadowing or just a mental commentary on the current position they are in.
This one is a tear jerker folks. Be prepared
I am so enjoying the series, and a big part of it is that I find Paul such a fun snarky character. I also really enjoy the way that the author weaves two separate times periods into one book. It’s great to see a glimpse into Paul and Aicha’s past, and to see how their relationship (friendship) really hasn’t changed. Add in an interesting plot, some wild action, and, with Paul in a dress, some hilarious and funny moments. However, there are some really sad ones in there too. One thing you can count on is a really good time with this series, and this latest is no exception. Recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.
Oh, to have such friends.
I adore Aicha. I love the relationship between her and Paul. The way they interact, how they feel about each other, that very clear friendship on a line so deep they might as well be siblings. I think I can see what's coming and I'm terrified, but honestly, reading these books is just truly joyful to me. They've really restarted my love of fantasy after the rubbish I've been subjected to over the last few years. Can't wait to read the next one.
I adore Aicha. I love the relationship between her and Paul. The way they interact, how they feel about each other, that very clear friendship on a line so deep they might as well be siblings. I think I can see what's coming and I'm terrified, but honestly, reading these books is just truly joyful to me. They've really restarted my love of fantasy after the rubbish I've been subjected to over the last few years. Can't wait to read the next one.
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
ImPerfect Bones has everything a reader can now safely expect from CN Rowan (trauma, fight scenes, humour, grief, snark), but somehow it has a very different tone from preceeding books, creating more of a character driven narrative. I loved it!
I very much appreciated how Paul's trauma from Imperfect Fae was repeatedly brought up and addressed. Paul is always casual when referring to past torture, death and his awareness that if a sacrifice is needed, he is the perfect candidate because of his reincarnation ability..."Sure, someone might torture me, I might suffer and die, but then I'd just dust myself off in a new body..." but it must have a cumulative effect on his state of mind. That effect is sensitively described and dealt with, with Aicha providing empathetic, real-life understanding and tough love. Having her back in the story reinstates the banter and snarkiness that are always highlights of their interactions.
There are more of the pop culture references used to add humour by this author. While I live too sheltered a life to get all of them, I laughed out loud at the Michael Bay and Dory references! And Paul's riff on Maeve's name - hilarious!!
The fight scene between Aicha and Maeve was spectacular! We have always known of Aicha's courage and it was amazingly showcased, and vividly and hence at times, shockingly described here.
This is the fourth book in this six book story arc and the shenanigans leave me incredibly eager for the next book.
I very much appreciated how Paul's trauma from Imperfect Fae was repeatedly brought up and addressed. Paul is always casual when referring to past torture, death and his awareness that if a sacrifice is needed, he is the perfect candidate because of his reincarnation ability..."Sure, someone might torture me, I might suffer and die, but then I'd just dust myself off in a new body..." but it must have a cumulative effect on his state of mind. That effect is sensitively described and dealt with, with Aicha providing empathetic, real-life understanding and tough love. Having her back in the story reinstates the banter and snarkiness that are always highlights of their interactions.
There are more of the pop culture references used to add humour by this author. While I live too sheltered a life to get all of them, I laughed out loud at the Michael Bay and Dory references! And Paul's riff on Maeve's name - hilarious!!
The fight scene between Aicha and Maeve was spectacular! We have always known of Aicha's courage and it was amazingly showcased, and vividly and hence at times, shockingly described here.
This is the fourth book in this six book story arc and the shenanigans leave me incredibly eager for the next book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Gore, Mental illness, Torture
adventurous
dark
funny
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:
Complicated
The fourth book of the imPerfect Cathar series starts where the last one ended. Aicha may have saved Paul from the cave that De Montfort trapped him in, but they're still in Faerie. What's more, they still need to rescue the children that Jack has abducted for Maeve, the Winter Queen, ruler of the Unseelie Court. To add to their woes, Paul is again untalented. Plus, traumatised so heavily by what De Montfort did that he has PTSD flashbacks at inconvenient times: like in the middle of a fight.
Still, they can't leave the children in Maeve's clutches. The portal out of Faerie is also situated in Maeve's throne room. In addition, De Montfort is likely to be in the Winter Court too. The catch? The moment they step foot in her lands, the Unseelie queen will know.
This one is as action packed as the others with that humour that I've come to expect from C.N. Rowan's books. Paul's trauma does make it difficult for him to joke around and bluster as he used to, but he still has Aicha who once again has to save the day. Seriously, Aicha saves the day is the perfect title for this series. Just saying.
I love how real Paul's trauma and flashbacks felt, and how Aicha is able to put things in perspective for him before saving the day. The mysterious White Lady makes an appearance here and I can't help but wonder what Aicha owes her in return for her help in saving Paul twice already.
If you love urban fantasy, badass female characters, prose that manages to be funny despite the serious themes in deals with, friendships and found families, this is the book for you. The series is getting progressively darker, and I am off to read the next book!
adventurous
dark
funny
imPerfect Bones by C.N. Rowan is yet another good installment in this new Urban Fantasy series!
The characters definitely gained a bit more depth, and the banter and friendships are still my absolute favourite parts of this book. Friends are simply there for each other and despite making mistakes or having flaws, they are still accepted as they are.
I really enjoyed the "wokeness" as well, when it's simply normal to use preferred pronouns as an example. I had a good chuckle at a specific scene there!
The plot is getting ever darker, though we're still far off what I'd call grimdark. Especially as there's still the comedy side of things to balance out the darker bits. Humour is super subjective, and some of it still doesn't really work for me, yet other bits to get a good chuckle out of me.
With the rather cliffhangerish endings, it's good the books have such a rapid release schedule, though I find it easy to get back into the story after a break though. It's a rather easy to follow series that isn't overly complex.
I'll definitely keep reading on!
The characters definitely gained a bit more depth, and the banter and friendships are still my absolute favourite parts of this book. Friends are simply there for each other and despite making mistakes or having flaws, they are still accepted as they are.
I really enjoyed the "wokeness" as well, when it's simply normal to use preferred pronouns as an example. I had a good chuckle at a specific scene there!
The plot is getting ever darker, though we're still far off what I'd call grimdark. Especially as there's still the comedy side of things to balance out the darker bits. Humour is super subjective, and some of it still doesn't really work for me, yet other bits to get a good chuckle out of me.
With the rather cliffhangerish endings, it's good the books have such a rapid release schedule, though I find it easy to get back into the story after a break though. It's a rather easy to follow series that isn't overly complex.
I'll definitely keep reading on!
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
fast-paced
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence