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A Court of Wings and Ruin (1 of 3) [Dramatized Adaptation] by Sarah J. Maas
8 reviews
halflingnana's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Graphic: War, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Sexual assault and Sexual content
infusedchai's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
better world building that previous books though.
Graphic: Death, War, and Blood
cha_len_novels's review against another edition
4.75
― Sarah J. Maas, A Court of Wings and Ruin
The Inner Circle, the Acheron sisters, the Suriel, the Bone Carver, (Lucien), and the High Lord and Lady of the Night Court are why I read the story again...and again.
Reread with Graphic Audio
Graphic: Death of parent and War
lmayfieldx's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: War, Blood, and Violence
gattolinos_nerdy_nook's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
It was interesting to see how the story progressed to tie up some o the loose threads but also (I assume) leave some for A Court of Silver Flames which makes sense now knowing that book focuses on Nesta and Cassin. I thought a lot of the book played out well and leads you wanting to know more about what is going to happen next.
Graphic: Violence, War, and Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Misogyny
angelofthetardis's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The amount of moving parts also means that the intricacies of the story can be a little harder to follow when you don't have the words in front of you, particularly when it comes to shifting alliances, battle strategies and so on. But equally I admit that could be down to my muzzy head.
It was nice to have Rhysand take over narration duty at the beginning of the book, and I kind of wish he had more stage time (yay for the Rhys POV fanfic I've just discovered!). I love how he brings the character's emotions through without breaking that solid exterior. Being totally shallow, I would definitely like more vocals from him in *those* scenes - he's just too damned quiet! 🤭 Feyre's narration did start to frustrate me a little in this one though; unfortunately I don't think the actress managed to pull off those deep, dark moments of bloodlust and threat - she might drop her voice an octave, but I don't feel the anger, hurt and betrayal behind the words in the same way.
In some ways, I'm enjoying listening to these stories more than reading them because the speed at which I devour the story isn't set by me. In turn, the actors choices of what words to stress and when mean I'm picking up on bits and pieces in more depth than before. In particular, while I was aware of the the amount of setting up for ACOSF in here, I haven't just glossed over it and so have a deeper connection with Nesta and Cassian than I did when reading. On the other hand, where I know I could have read the whole book I the time it's taken just to listen to this first part, this again takes the pace down to a crawl.
Still good, but doesn't quite reach the dizzying heights of the last one.
Graphic: Child death, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Violence, Torture, Body horror, Death, Blood, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Rape, Sexual harassment, War, Fire/Fire injury, Sexual assault, and Cursing
rory18's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Graphic: Sexual content, Domestic abuse, Violence, Confinement, War, Physical abuse, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Death, Torture, Incest, Murder, Xenophobia, Misogyny, Mental illness, Sexism, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Slavery and Rape
hayleyvharrington's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Classism, Sexual content, Violence, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail, Torture, and War