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livruther's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
slow-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? Yes
4.0
i was intrigued by the concept, but when i started the book, i became unsure because i found the writing to be kind of cringey, but it improved as the book progressed, and i was genuinely invested in their relationship by the end.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing
fanboyriot's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
5.0
š„° Friends to Lovers
š® Fantasy Rom-Com
š§ Oblivious Mutual Pining
Iām pretty sure Arek and Matt are the definition of oblivious friends to lovers, throw in some slow burn mutual pining and itās them.
I really enjoyed this book, the world-building and setting was written really well. It almost gave off a contemporary vibe in a fantasy world. Yes, there was magic and a king but it was easy and fun to read. These are the kind of fantasy books I want to read more of.
I loved the vibes of this book, the friendships, the chaotic nature of some of the characters, the romance, and the humor. It was so lovely.
Spice Level: š¶ļøš¶ļø (2/5)
Release Date: 29, March 2022
POV: First Person
Rep: Pansexual (MC), Bisexual (SC), Asexual (SC), Non-Binary (SC), Polyamorous relationships, Body Positivity, Mental Health, BIPOC characters, LGBTQIA+ characters
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Gore, Alcohol, Violence, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, and Cursing
Minor: Vomit, Death of parent, Sexual content, Murder, War, and Confinement
amelievonzeisig's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Cursing, Death, Sexual content, and Terminal illness
arinheck's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, Vomit, Gore, and Cursing
Minor: Alcohol, Abandonment, and Death of parent
haexelhasel's review
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Gore
Moderate: Misogyny, Cursing, Vomit, and Sexism
Minor: Sexual content
b_positive109's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
tense
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Gore, Violence, and Death
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Kidnapping
hannahrogers's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Blood
Moderate: Cursing, Alcohol, Death, Gore, and Violence
Minor: Death of parent and Murder
fromjuliereads's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I stand by my original description of this book when I started it: a chaotic DnD group after the quest, mixed with BBC Merlin, and it's a romcom. And it was FANTASTIC. I really enjoyed this as a fun fantasy read! I usually am not a fan of miscommunication and friends-to-lovers but it was done so well!?! I wish there was more character development and that we got to see things progress a bit more between Matt and Arek - but overall it's just such a fun read!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Blood, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Mental illness, Vomit, Violence, Cursing, and Death
samchase112's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.5
Absolutely delightful, sardonic, queer fun! This silly spoof on classic high fantasy tales came complete with lovable teen characters, hilarious wit, and a swoon-worthy romance. Sure, the pining became a bit repetitive at times, but more often than not the book was simply endearing. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough to get to another angsty Matt and Arek love pining scene. Great side characters, well-paced plot, adorable romanceā¦ what more could you ask for?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Vomit, Murder, Death, and Cursing
Minor: Sexual content and War
danaslitlist's review
adventurous
funny
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? It's complicated
4.0
F.T. Lukens may be becoming a favorite YA author of mine. Both āSo This is Ever Afterā and āIn Deeper Watersā easily finding their way into my heart. The characters are hilarious and feel so real, their conversations mimicking the tone of oneās Iāve had with my own friends. Their interactions are the highlight of this book if not the reason why the plot works as well as it does.
Similar to IDW, āSo This is Ever Afterā manages inclusivity and acceptance with little struggle on the authors part. It feels organic and almost right that we have a diverse cast of characters and that their sexualities, their genders and races are what they are. And those arenāt the reasons why conflict arises. It is refreshing to read a book where society doesnāt hate the characters and their differences are acknowledged and left alone.
My friend Maggie pitched this as basically a Dungeons and Dragons game and I have to agree with them! I like that the typical āhero on a questā plot line had a twist and that the people we assume have answers, donāt always.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing