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notsobinaryart's review
Compared to Alyssa Cole’s other books in the series, this one seems much less cheery and hopeful. The constant manipulation and gaslighting from one of the significant side characters made the read not entertaining for me. The blatant misogyny also was something I didn’t expect to bother me as much as it did, but it was so severe in this country’s culture (or at least in their politics) that I couldn’t personally find enjoyment.
This isn’t to say it’s a bad book, but I would say to know what to expect before reading this book.
This isn’t to say it’s a bad book, but I would say to know what to expect before reading this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Misogyny, and Sexism
Moderate: Abandonment and Emotional abuse
the_vegan_bookworm's review
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The book was cute, but I didn't love that so much of the plot was revealed in the synopsis. The last quarter of the book was very confusing and didn't outline Njaza's history clearly for me. In fact, the persistent mystery of what happened to the queens felt very low stakes and not engaging.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Grief, Death of parent, and Cursing
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Colonisation
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