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3.74 AVERAGE
3.74 AVERAGE
The first 35 pages (~10%) did not grip me— no interesting characters introduced, no plot being set. I skimmed forward after this and looks like things start around 50 pages in. I skipped even further and there was writing like “ripe for the plucking...replace “pl” with “f” and you get the picture.”
The days are too short, and my TBR is too long, so I decided to DNF instead of pushing through when I wasn’t enjoying it.
The days are too short, and my TBR is too long, so I decided to DNF instead of pushing through when I wasn’t enjoying it.
I was fortunate to receive an ARC copy of this book from Jaclyn Kot and absolutely loved it.
Sage is a relatable female character whose curiosity helps the reader tap into this rich fantasy world. Her relationship to her family is a huge motivator and drives a good portion of this book.
Von is the mysterious male. He had me hooked from the first time he showed up on the page. Von gives off Ruhn Daanan vibes (Crescent City fans will get it!) while standing on his own two feet. If you wished CC had more Ruhn, this may just be the book for you!
And the ending? Man book 1 isn’t even officially released and I already want book 2!
Eta: I’ve now gone and read this through a second time and loved it as much as the first time. It’s an amazing read and I highly recommend it!
Sage is a relatable female character whose curiosity helps the reader tap into this rich fantasy world. Her relationship to her family is a huge motivator and drives a good portion of this book.
Von is the mysterious male. He had me hooked from the first time he showed up on the page. Von gives off Ruhn Daanan vibes (Crescent City fans will get it!) while standing on his own two feet. If you wished CC had more Ruhn, this may just be the book for you!
And the ending? Man book 1 isn’t even officially released and I already want book 2!
Eta: I’ve now gone and read this through a second time and loved it as much as the first time. It’s an amazing read and I highly recommend it!
dark
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Liked but did not love. I got kind of bored reading this halfway through and also guessed pretty much all the plot twists from a mile away.
Not sure I’ll read the rest of the series
Not sure I’ll read the rest of the series
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
dark
emotional
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
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I quite liked this debut. A lot of people compare this to ACOTAR and I can see the resemblances, but I do think the two stand on their own.
The magic system in this world is interesting and I actually liked that it wasn’t explored much in this first book. I liked Sage a lot, but I guessed quite early of her circumstances (along with Von’s). It was a little predictable, but so are many romantasy novels.
I liked Von a lot and liked that we didn’t get the third act exposition in great detail - I’m looking forward to hearing more of their story in the sequel.
The magic system in this world is interesting and I actually liked that it wasn’t explored much in this first book. I liked Sage a lot, but I guessed quite early of her circumstances (along with Von’s). It was a little predictable, but so are many romantasy novels.
I liked Von a lot and liked that we didn’t get the third act exposition in great detail - I’m looking forward to hearing more of their story in the sequel.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
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:
Complicated