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indieandajean's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-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
The Prince of Prohibition is the best mix of the historical fiction, fantasy, and romance genres.
The unique spin on faerie lore is enjoyable, even if you are familiar with fae and their many forms, there is enough adaptation to the lore that it doesn't make things too predictable.
I loved the setting, the characters were like-able and varied, and the story's structure was the perfect blend of fast paced and slow moments.
I will say that the ending felt a bit too quick, due to the cliffhanger, but book 2 is out and I am looking forward to seeing the resolution to Adeline and Jack's story.
I would recommend this book to fans of faerie or monster romances, as well as fans of roaring 20's romances or historical fantasy. All will find plenty of appeal in this phenomenal series starter!
The unique spin on faerie lore is enjoyable, even if you are familiar with fae and their many forms, there is enough adaptation to the lore that it doesn't make things too predictable.
I loved the setting, the characters were like-able and varied, and the story's structure was the perfect blend of fast paced and slow moments.
I will say that the ending felt a bit too quick, due to the cliffhanger, but book 2 is out and I am looking forward to seeing the resolution to Adeline and Jack's story.
I would recommend this book to fans of faerie or monster romances, as well as fans of roaring 20's romances or historical fantasy. All will find plenty of appeal in this phenomenal series starter!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Panic attacks/disorders, Alcohol, Blood, Grief, Murder, Stalking, Violence, Confinement, Self harm, Sexual content, Cursing, Death, War, Police brutality, Racism, Religious bigotry, Injury/Injury detail, and Kidnapping
Minor: Abandonment, Gun violence, Classism, Vomit, and Death of parent
bellebookcorner's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- 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? Yes
3.5
“It is not our good deeds that make us just, but our hard choices.
Everyone is perfect when there are no difficult decisions to make, when they are on the outside looking in.”
I have mix feelings toward this one, there are some things I really like and find fascinating to know more about but there’s also things that makes me didn’t fully enjoy it.
I got the audio version of this book. I like the narrator’s voice, especially when she sings the song that the main character like to sing. I really like the tune and I find myself humming that song together when the narrator sings it.
The first few chapters are interesting and I got hooked into the story very fast. However, somewhere during the middle of the story, the pacing turns slow and the world building got slightly confusing. Fortunately, the pace picks up again when some of the twists are revealed in the last few chapters.
As for the characters, Addie (FMC) isn’t really a likeable character… I got annoyed by her actions throughout the story probably because she’s too naïve since she was sheltered from the world by her own family. I would’ve liked to see her character grow in the next book because I can see a potential that she could become a badass one.
Overall, for a debut novel this was a pretty good one.
It’s a unique combination of historical fiction x fantasy romance which I like to see more of and I hope there would be exploration regarding the world building and the characters.
I’m looking forward to read the next one to know the answers to some of the mysteries left unanswered from this book.
I received an advanced review copy for free through Netgalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Huge thank you to the author and publisher!
⚠️ 𝐓𝐖: gun violence, racism, sexual content, death, eating disorder, mental illness, war
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Racism, and Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Eating disorder, and Mental illness
Minor: War and Death of parent
brokebookadict's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-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
“𝚃𝚎𝚛𝚛𝚒𝚋𝚕𝚢 𝚛𝚘𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚌, 𝚒𝚜𝚗’𝚝 𝚒𝚝?” 𝙸 𝚗𝚘𝚍𝚍𝚎𝚍.
“𝙸 𝚊𝚕𝚠𝚊𝚢𝚜 𝚠𝚊𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚕𝚘𝚜𝚎 𝚖𝚢 𝚟𝚒𝚛𝚐𝚒𝚗𝚒𝚝𝚢 𝚒𝚗 𝚊 𝚍𝚊𝚛𝚔 𝚜𝚎𝚡 𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚞𝚊𝚕.”
“𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢 𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚋𝚕𝚞𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚢𝚘𝚞𝚗𝚐 𝚠𝚘𝚖𝚊𝚗.”
🍷🍷🍷🍷.5 / 5
🌶️🌶️🌶️ / 5
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I finished this book 48 hours ago and I have not stopped thinking about it since! This was a fantastic debut from Marilyn and I am desperately begging on my knees for book 2! And my knees are bad so the fact I got down on them is honestly a miracle😭 Marilyn DM me with the link to the first 4 chapters and asked if I’d read and consider signing up for an ARC, I knew from the forts chapter I would become obsessed with this book! I am so incredibly thankful Marilyn messaged me as idk how long it would have taken me to read this incredible book otherwise! (Also the first 4 chapters are still free through her bio!)
I think the best way I could describe TPOP is ACOTAR x Peaky Blinders set in 1920s NYC. I am obsessed with peaky blinders in way Mr Boyfriend didn’t intend when we started watching it together, I’m particularly obsessed with Tommy, the things I’d do for that man *gasps and fans oneself* and honestly I would do most of those things for Mr Jack Warren too *looks up a little dazed*. I’m not gunna lie, I’ve started to like it when a fictional man keeps his plans and ploys secrets from all those around them, only revealing tid bits as and when needed; and Marilyn did a fantastic job at revealing Jacks secrets in ways that meant I was constantly questioning him and his motives. Honestly poor Addie I would’ve cried if I was her😅 Jack has this air of arrogance but omg his soft spot for Addie is utter perfection (I am so jealous of that girl
I can’t lie😭). Anyway *coughs and clears throat* Jack is swoon worthily handsome, magic and is obsessed with his girl and not afraid to hide it; his restraint is impeccable and honestly I worship him for that alone😂 I love how he cares for Addie, especially when he knows she’s not good at looking after herself; and I can’t tell you guys everything without some pretty major spoilers but honestly that man *chefs kiss* 100/10 I need other people to talk to about him!
I love that we start the book with young Addie, where she explains this incredibly strict upbringing, that shows the love between their family and how pain and fear ripped them apart and sewed them together again as this mismatched patchwork of a family unit. I think young Addie is strangely relatable; she definitely portrays that fraction of fear everyone has, about judgement, loss and that almost disgruntled acceptance about being different. I loved seeing the world through her eyes and it definitely made that childlike magic come alive again. Watching grownup Addie evolve from this naive quite girl into a strong life loving woman was a joy. I often find it quite annoying when the fmc learns about the magic and has to get to grips with this ‘whole new world’ and sometimes fated mates can be a very annoying like transition almost? But I like how Marilyn did it with Addie seeing the ‘devil folk’, Jack visiting her in her dreams and eventually the pull Addie feels of the bond. Addies reaction to it surprisingly felts very natural and not OTT. Idk I think I’m rambling now, but basically in summary I really like Addie as a character and actually find her quite relatable which I often struggle with.
Also the things I’d do for Tommy (Addies brother, not Tommy Shelby; I’d be doing similar things for both tho dont you worry😉). Marilyn’s portrayal of Tommys PTSD and injuries as a result of the war felt very realistic and grounding in a sense that we saw this change in him as a result of his trauma that would have been similar to those of men returning from war, you can tell Marilyn did a lot of research about the era and it pays off in the details and the world building. I loved ghat we got a partially deaf and scarred side character and the way he processes his trauma and the effects it has on his life is so so interesting.
Marilyn’s writing style was incredibly addictive and made it almost impossible to put down! There was more than one occasion where I told myself ‘one more chapter’ 5 or 6 times😂 I definitely stayed up until 2am once or twice as well😂 I love the magic system as well, it was a different take on fae and nymphs and all magical creatures, and it was so interesting how they had evolved and adapted to everyday human life. Definitely a slow burn, but so so worth it when the restraint finally snaps and then damn *fans oneself again*. I am incredibly excited for book 2 and I really hope I don’t have to wait too long! But I can’t wait to reread TPOP again and again until every word is engrained in my mind and soul!
Definitely check the trigger warnings, there is detailed descriptions of PTSD and EDs, your mental health is more important than a book my love! Treat yourself with kindness🥰
For lovers of:
- ACOTAR x Peaky Blinders
- 1920s & flapper dresses
- Fae & lessee fae i.e. nymphs
- Fated mates
- Found family
- Enemies to lovers
- Forced proximity
- It’s always been you
- I would d!3 & k¡ll for you
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Eating disorder
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