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qrb's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
3.5
angelinafxrs's review against another edition
5.0
4.5?
Idk just so good.
But Rowan? Dorian? Beast fae with violet eyes?
Did SJM take all inspiration from this book?
Idk just so good.
But Rowan? Dorian? Beast fae with violet eyes?
Did SJM take all inspiration from this book?
akr_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
portlandglo's review against another edition
The writing isn’t great. There is very little character development and virtually no world building.
mxlilly's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I enjoyed this book and I'm looking forward to continuing on with the series. A lot of attention is put into world building, at times perhaps a little too much. There's a pretty sizeable character list and quite a few of them are frustratingly nefarious. I'm not sure all the characters are necessary, but they do add to the drama and overall plot if that makes sense.
Our FMC is an interesting mix of characteristics that I can't quite decide how I feel about. Her few moments of stubbornness come across as bratty impetuousness. And she seems to seesaw back and forth on her feelings for our MMC. I don't hate her and I remain hopeful for how she fleshes out as the series continues.
Our MMC is a sexy AF and tortured Fae so, pretty much irresistible. A little overbearing but in a way that works for the story. No complaints.
The supporting cast is really well done, especially our fearsome five that guard Ellysetta. They're probably my favorite characters.
All in all it's a good book that packs a lot of information to build a pretty solid foundation for a fantasy series. I look forward to continuing it.
Our FMC is an interesting mix of characteristics that I can't quite decide how I feel about. Her few moments of stubbornness come across as bratty impetuousness. And she seems to seesaw back and forth on her feelings for our MMC. I don't hate her and I remain hopeful for how she fleshes out as the series continues.
Our MMC is a sexy AF and tortured Fae so, pretty much irresistible. A little overbearing but in a way that works for the story. No complaints.
The supporting cast is really well done, especially our fearsome five that guard Ellysetta. They're probably my favorite characters.
All in all it's a good book that packs a lot of information to build a pretty solid foundation for a fantasy series. I look forward to continuing it.
jenwacasey's review against another edition
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
nadineruiter's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
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? It's complicated
4.0
katie_rose81's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
3.75
michelle2525's review against another edition
adventurous
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0