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saraahxg's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
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
4.25
Same characters. Ends with both of them.
Smut.
Smut.
annettebooksofhopeanddreams's review against another edition
4.0
Back in the day, when I was fairly new to the reverse harem genre and was walking into a world filled with authors and stories I had never heard of, I got a review copy for Princess Ballot. I immediately fell in love with the world, the characters and the darker edge to it. So, when I got the message yesterday that my credit card details were maybe leaked, I took the risk to wait 12 more hours. Just to make sure that the conclusion to this series was delivered.
And the moment I started this morning I remembered why I enjoyed these books so much. The easy to read writing style, combined with the fast moving plot, leads to a very thrilling and addictive story. Once I started it was hard to put the book aside. It's a very typical one more chapter book. And it didn't help that the last book ended on a cliffhanger and that it took some time for our characters to find their way out of a very peculiar situation.
What I love is that this book brings back all the things we've grown to love so much in the previous books. Although it's only a trilogy, it almost felt like a little trip down memory lane. And this is possibly because it is acknowledged that these kids are only teens and that, even though they can be involved in political issues and saving the world, it's not their job to do it. They are given the chance to be teens, to do what they love, to find their place in the world. But, that doesn't mean we don't get to see and know what's happening in the outside world.
Everything from the previous books comes together. The political conflict, Violet's childhood and training, the royal families and their ridged ballot to ensure genetically perfect women or husbands for their royals, the position of the commoners in this world and of course, the relationships between the characters. I personally was glad that we also got to see Alex again. I know that what he did in the first and second book is not okay, but I somehow never truly gave up on him. I'm glad that we got to see a little of the old Alex back. However, it's Rafe I really love, even though he's not my type. I love his intensity, his passion, his fire.
It's sad to say goodbye to these characters, but I will certainly get the boxset for the bonus story whenever it becomes available.
And the moment I started this morning I remembered why I enjoyed these books so much. The easy to read writing style, combined with the fast moving plot, leads to a very thrilling and addictive story. Once I started it was hard to put the book aside. It's a very typical one more chapter book. And it didn't help that the last book ended on a cliffhanger and that it took some time for our characters to find their way out of a very peculiar situation.
What I love is that this book brings back all the things we've grown to love so much in the previous books. Although it's only a trilogy, it almost felt like a little trip down memory lane. And this is possibly because it is acknowledged that these kids are only teens and that, even though they can be involved in political issues and saving the world, it's not their job to do it. They are given the chance to be teens, to do what they love, to find their place in the world. But, that doesn't mean we don't get to see and know what's happening in the outside world.
Everything from the previous books comes together. The political conflict, Violet's childhood and training, the royal families and their ridged ballot to ensure genetically perfect women or husbands for their royals, the position of the commoners in this world and of course, the relationships between the characters. I personally was glad that we also got to see Alex again. I know that what he did in the first and second book is not okay, but I somehow never truly gave up on him. I'm glad that we got to see a little of the old Alex back. However, it's Rafe I really love, even though he's not my type. I love his intensity, his passion, his fire.
It's sad to say goodbye to these characters, but I will certainly get the boxset for the bonus story whenever it becomes available.
hcaticha's review against another edition
3.0
3,5 stars.
Actually, I really enjoyed the series. Always hated love triangles and I’ve always said “she should either choose one already or get in a polyamorous relationship.” And boy, this book didn’t disappoint in the polyamorous department. Was it a life changing read? No, but the series kept me entertained for a weekend and I have little to complain about.
Actually, I really enjoyed the series. Always hated love triangles and I’ve always said “she should either choose one already or get in a polyamorous relationship.” And boy, this book didn’t disappoint in the polyamorous department. Was it a life changing read? No, but the series kept me entertained for a weekend and I have little to complain about.
starelin86's review against another edition
dark
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
allaboutthatromance's review against another edition
5.0
My heart swooned SOOOO much in this book! I love (and am jealous) of the relationship Violet has with Jordy and rafe. It was so realistic for me and i appreciated it so much. You saw why they work so well as a unit and ugh be still my heart. It was amazing to see Violet really come into her own and grow up to be as powerful as she was bred for.
ameserole's review against another edition
3.0
Ya know.. I feel bad for Jordan. He fell in love with Violet and she did the same with him. Yet, she always loves Rafe.. and he loves her too. Yet, it still kind of felt like Jordan wasn't in the full relationship. Even though they all agreed that they would be together. So, yeah, that kind of bothered me but I did enjoy them getting closer together.
What I didn't appreciate was the new villain. Her sensei. He was a complete douche canoe and I wasn't a fan of him being near Violet one freaking bit. So I was definitely okay for Rafe and Jordan going into caveman mode when it came to protecting Violet. Which.. didn't do much since she usually walked into trouble no matter what.
I did like that they were going to fight one another but it just seemed way to short. Kind of disappointed by that but I guess I'm glad that certain people are dead now. Oh and before I forget, I feel very bad that she can't have kids but I did like that Jordan talked about adopting when it came to wanting kids. It was definitely sweet of him to say.
In the end, I think I wanted a bit more from this book since it was the last one and I'm also slightly jealous that she got a freaking island from the guys. I don't know how they will top birthday gifts after this one but good luck to them both.
What I didn't appreciate was the new villain. Her sensei. He was a complete douche canoe and I wasn't a fan of him being near Violet one freaking bit. So I was definitely okay for Rafe and Jordan going into caveman mode when it came to protecting Violet. Which.. didn't do much since she usually walked into trouble no matter what.
I did like that they were going to fight one another but it just seemed way to short. Kind of disappointed by that but I guess I'm glad that certain people are dead now. Oh and before I forget, I feel very bad that she can't have kids but I did like that Jordan talked about adopting when it came to wanting kids. It was definitely sweet of him to say.
In the end, I think I wanted a bit more from this book since it was the last one and I'm also slightly jealous that she got a freaking island from the guys. I don't know how they will top birthday gifts after this one but good luck to them both.
cierra_mccauley_cierrascorner's review against another edition
5.0
loved!!
I absolutely loved this series! It was Everything! How is it already over. Gah I loved these characters and these friendships so much! This book had me on the edge of my seat, spitting mad, crying and squealing! This author duo is Fantastic! I hope the give us more!
I absolutely loved this series! It was Everything! How is it already over. Gah I loved these characters and these friendships so much! This book had me on the edge of my seat, spitting mad, crying and squealing! This author duo is Fantastic! I hope the give us more!
lauren_soderberg's review against another edition
2.0
I'll be honest, I've had mixed feelings about this series from the beginning, especially after the events in Playboy Princes. The sudden, random addition of Jordan as a love interest in that book felt so forced and out-of-the-blue, that I thought it was merely a plot device to help the second novel from slumping too much.
I was so wrong.
Instead, the authors doubled down on the whole MFM thing, which kind of morphed into a reverse harem thing, and it just felt... forced. I will admit that the MFM dynamic isn't typically my favorite, but I'm here for it if it feels like it was earned, that all three of the characters have been developed and that there's chemistry, equality in the relationship, etc. That was not the case in this book. It became more of an imbalanced reverse harem, and I did not care for it at all. I have always understood the pull between Rafe and Violet. That dynamic is what made Princess Ballot so interesting and compelled me to continue with the series. But, unfortunately, to me, it all went downhill from there.
I was so wrong.
Instead, the authors doubled down on the whole MFM thing, which kind of morphed into a reverse harem thing, and it just felt... forced. I will admit that the MFM dynamic isn't typically my favorite, but I'm here for it if it feels like it was earned, that all three of the characters have been developed and that there's chemistry, equality in the relationship, etc. That was not the case in this book. It became more of an imbalanced reverse harem, and I did not care for it at all. I have always understood the pull between Rafe and Violet. That dynamic is what made Princess Ballot so interesting and compelled me to continue with the series. But, unfortunately, to me, it all went downhill from there.
gypsydawn's review against another edition
4.0
Answers! We FINALLY get some answers in this final installment, and boy... are they intense! It stretches back farther than Violet ever imagined and involves players both personal and opaque. the resistance is incredibly large, yet fractured, fissuring into dogmatic divisions that each hold their own ideas and ideals - ones that threaten to rock the very foundation Violet has gingerly placed her fragile trust in.
All of that, including the prerequisite blood and mayhem... I mean, her fighting name IS Violence... is backdropped by an epic romance that bleeds through the pages - and culminates in a fantastic way! I won't lie, I was worried for her and worried for how that particular plot thread would be tied, but it was satisfying, if a bit too 'realistic' for the ultimate swoon moment.
We also get an idea of WHEN this tale takes place. Throughout the series, no years are mentioned though a few historical points are made. I wasn't sure if this was a future based, dystopian adventure, or one founded on altered history. From the narrative delivered here, it pretty far into the future, with events in the past matching up with actual events, till democracy somehow falls in years beyond our own. That is the impression I gathered at least. So, it's not altered history, but rather a futuristic romance with mild dystopian undertones.
All in all, this was a well written series that entertained and captivated. I would recommend it.
First Person, Single POV
HEA
Mature
MFM
18+
Complex, riveting and ultimately satisfying, this is a well written saga that shakes the world these characters know. Heated, intense and violent, it hits all the right notes and ends with a smile.
All of that, including the prerequisite blood and mayhem... I mean, her fighting name IS Violence... is backdropped by an epic romance that bleeds through the pages - and culminates in a fantastic way! I won't lie, I was worried for her and worried for how that particular plot thread would be tied, but it was satisfying, if a bit too 'realistic' for the ultimate swoon moment.
We also get an idea of WHEN this tale takes place. Throughout the series, no years are mentioned though a few historical points are made. I wasn't sure if this was a future based, dystopian adventure, or one founded on altered history. From the narrative delivered here, it pretty far into the future, with events in the past matching up with actual events, till democracy somehow falls in years beyond our own. That is the impression I gathered at least. So, it's not altered history, but rather a futuristic romance with mild dystopian undertones.
All in all, this was a well written series that entertained and captivated. I would recommend it.
*I received an ARC of this book and am thrilled to share my honest opinion*
Perspective
First Person, Single POV
Ending Type
HEA
Rating
Mature
Romantic Dynamic
MFM
Character Age Range
18+
My Final Verdict on Poison Throne
Complex, riveting and ultimately satisfying, this is a well written saga that shakes the world these characters know. Heated, intense and violent, it hits all the right notes and ends with a smile.
jennyluvlitbooks's review against another edition
5.0
After that heart-stopping cliffy of book two, Violet is now in the hands of the "bad" Resistance which is being led by (surprise, surprise!) her psychopath sensei, Uriel. It seems Violet's whole life has been planned out by the bad Resistance after all.
But thankfully, with outside help, she was able to escape Uriel. I liked that the bigger issue in this story was being handled by the older people and not by the main characters who are still teens. That was a nice touch of reality right there.
Honestly, I don't know what to feel about the ending. There's a lot of possibility there and it bothers me, LOL. Another thing, I know Alex acted like the biggest douche-canoe and yet I couldn't help but feel sorry for him. He is also a victim and I want him to be redeemed. Maybe a novella in the future?
Of course, I want a book for Mattie and her forced fiance' Zach. There's a ton of sizzling tension with these two. Overall, a great series and fingers crossed I get to revisit these characters in a spin-off.
But thankfully, with outside help, she was able to escape Uriel. I liked that the bigger issue in this story was being handled by the older people and not by the main characters who are still teens. That was a nice touch of reality right there.
Honestly, I don't know what to feel about the ending. There's a lot of possibility there and it bothers me, LOL. Another thing, I know Alex acted like the biggest douche-canoe and yet I couldn't help but feel sorry for him. He is also a victim and I want him to be redeemed. Maybe a novella in the future?
Of course, I want a book for Mattie and her forced fiance' Zach. There's a ton of sizzling tension with these two. Overall, a great series and fingers crossed I get to revisit these characters in a spin-off.