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adibby's review against another edition
5.0
**SPOILERS**
Did I figure out almost everything before it was revealed?
Yes
Does that change how much I absolutely loved this book?
No
Of course Poppy fell in love with Hawke, shit, *I* fell in love with him. And regardless of who he really turned out to be, I wish I could read the first 3/4 of this book again for the first time. The banter, the spice, it was wonderful. Loved it. Can definitely see myself reading this again in the future.
Also, to add, the performance given on the audiobook was phenomenal. The voice changes, the way Poppy’s thoughts are narrated, the emotions, everything was great.
Did I figure out almost everything before it was revealed?
Yes
Does that change how much I absolutely loved this book?
No
Of course Poppy fell in love with Hawke, shit, *I* fell in love with him. And regardless of who he really turned out to be, I wish I could read the first 3/4 of this book again for the first time. The banter, the spice, it was wonderful. Loved it. Can definitely see myself reading this again in the future.
Also, to add, the performance given on the audiobook was phenomenal. The voice changes, the way Poppy’s thoughts are narrated, the emotions, everything was great.
kthias's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
3.25
I enjoyed the plot but there are some non-consensual aspects of the romantic relationship that was very uncomfortable. I like that the main character is portrayed as strong and can take care of herself but she's also not very smart and trusts very easily.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
sqbecca's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
sav_weis's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
t_kay's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
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
4.0
ladycalloway's review against another edition
5.0
Este libro me dejó en shock. Por dios cuanta intensidad. Pasa de todo y te hace sentir de todo. No puedo esperar para leer el segundo libro y saber más sobre Poppy y Hawke.
lysanneee's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
zoelevert's review against another edition
4.0
Tier 2: Pleasure Read
Review update:
Still a great first book. I like the romance and lot and the twist is great. Consistently interesting. Spice towards the end of the book, but gets more intense in the sequels.
Still agree that the series as a whole is a bit of a disappointment. Currently on book 3 and not sure if I will finish.
Original:
This is a good book but unfortunately the rest of the series does not hold up.
Spice Level:
Review update:
Still a great first book. I like the romance and lot and the twist is great. Consistently interesting. Spice towards the end of the book, but gets more intense in the sequels.
Still agree that the series as a whole is a bit of a disappointment. Currently on book 3 and not sure if I will finish.
Original:
This is a good book but unfortunately the rest of the series does not hold up.
Spice Level:
cmitchell2781's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful writing
This book is so well written, especially the relationships between characters. Poppy is such a strong female character, fierce and independent, yet also naive and innocent. She wants so badly to live in a world where she hasn't been allowed that it makes it easy for Hawke to come and so her things she thought she'd never had. The world and culture is fascinating, a new take on a classic vampire/werewolf tale. The need, desire, loss, and betrayel just broke my heart over and over; yet I still couldn't put the book down. I can't wait to pick up the second and third book and see how this story unfolds.
This book is so well written, especially the relationships between characters. Poppy is such a strong female character, fierce and independent, yet also naive and innocent. She wants so badly to live in a world where she hasn't been allowed that it makes it easy for Hawke to come and so her things she thought she'd never had. The world and culture is fascinating, a new take on a classic vampire/werewolf tale. The need, desire, loss, and betrayel just broke my heart over and over; yet I still couldn't put the book down. I can't wait to pick up the second and third book and see how this story unfolds.
ilanap's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Bipolar fighting maiden falls in love with a guy she’s not supposed to. They murder several people/creatures to defend their beliefs.