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clikesaudiobooks's review
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
sugarpop's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
a_reader_obsessed's review against another edition
4.0
I've said this before - this isn't your conventional romance, but what a romance it is. Probably the most romantic thus far in this series, as Ondry and Liam's relationship continues to evolve.
There's actually a purpose, a goal that is driving Ondry to ensure his beloved palteia remains by his side for many years beyond natural biology. Language/philosophical/ human/Rownt barriers abound, bringing many questions and few assurances. However what remains steadfast are the feelings these two have for each other. I continue to bask in Ondry's fierce protectiveness, his complete and utter devotion to Liam. These two work so in sync, and above all else, put each other first which is always, always, lovely to witness. Their dynamic has progressed and a new level of intimacy is reached, which I'm sure many will greatly appreciate.
Gala continues to impress with cultural expansion and exploration as these two races strive to understand and forge a new precedent. Always eye opening to our own human ways of thinking, this remains smart and thought provoking. She surely doesn't shirk on Rownt nature, values, and ways of living either - making the pairing of Ondry and Liam that much more precious and rare.
So I'll reiterate what many reviewers have pointed out...
"The Rownt do feel love the way couples might, but they can’t have it. They are a world of Doms, and they aren’t allowed to touch anyone. Touch is all about control. And then every once in a while a palteia comes along, and that’s the one person they’re ever allowed to love....can ever love unconditionally and keep forever.”
Swoon!
Tell me that doesn't push all your buttons?
Admittedly, there's less angst here and more of a reaffirmation of how solid these two are. Have no doubt though, it's evident the feels here are so strong. Their joined lives have really just begun, and there's definitely hope and anticipation on the horizon. There's certainly plenty more to look forward to, as I know Ondry will move and defy all in achieving his mission.
I can't wait.
There's actually a purpose, a goal that is driving Ondry to ensure his beloved palteia remains by his side for many years beyond natural biology. Language/philosophical/ human/Rownt barriers abound, bringing many questions and few assurances. However what remains steadfast are the feelings these two have for each other. I continue to bask in Ondry's fierce protectiveness, his complete and utter devotion to Liam. These two work so in sync, and above all else, put each other first which is always, always, lovely to witness. Their dynamic has progressed and a new level of intimacy is reached, which I'm sure many will greatly appreciate.
Gala continues to impress with cultural expansion and exploration as these two races strive to understand and forge a new precedent. Always eye opening to our own human ways of thinking, this remains smart and thought provoking. She surely doesn't shirk on Rownt nature, values, and ways of living either - making the pairing of Ondry and Liam that much more precious and rare.
So I'll reiterate what many reviewers have pointed out...
"The Rownt do feel love the way couples might, but they can’t have it. They are a world of Doms, and they aren’t allowed to touch anyone. Touch is all about control. And then every once in a while a palteia comes along, and that’s the one person they’re ever allowed to love....can ever love unconditionally and keep forever.”
Swoon!
Tell me that doesn't push all your buttons?
Admittedly, there's less angst here and more of a reaffirmation of how solid these two are. Have no doubt though, it's evident the feels here are so strong. Their joined lives have really just begun, and there's definitely hope and anticipation on the horizon. There's certainly plenty more to look forward to, as I know Ondry will move and defy all in achieving his mission.
I can't wait.
craftyhilary's review
5.0
Another absorbing tale of Liam and Ondry's experiences, this time on a Rownt ship and on Earth.
shu_long's review
5.0
I enjoyed the first book so much after reading it three times I had to come get the next one and the next one.
latoinombra's review against another edition
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? No
3.5
emmalthompson85's review
4.0
In this book, the plot continues with Ondry and Liam entering human space with the hope on gaining enough status that Ondry will be allowed to trade for Liam to to have his life extended.
Again, like the second, I feel like this lacked some of the emotional intensity of the first. I'm not entirely sold on a lot of the worldbuilding elements and, while I could ignore them in the first book as the entire point is the burning intensity between Liam and Ondry, in the later books I feel they're more obtrusive. Like, what carried the first book was Liam's slow aceptance of the kind of love Ondry was able to offer him. Now they've achieved that, Ondry and Liam are almost on a more equal footing and some of the intensity of that early relationship has been lost. Maybe it's sweeter and more healthy but it doesn't feel like the thing I signed up for.
Again, like the second, I feel like this lacked some of the emotional intensity of the first. I'm not entirely sold on a lot of the worldbuilding elements and, while I could ignore them in the first book as the entire point is the burning intensity between Liam and Ondry, in the later books I feel they're more obtrusive. Like, what carried the first book was Liam's slow aceptance of the kind of love Ondry was able to offer him. Now they've achieved that, Ondry and Liam are almost on a more equal footing and some of the intensity of that early relationship has been lost. Maybe it's sweeter and more healthy but it doesn't feel like the thing I signed up for.
tashas_books's review
4.0
I decided to reread the first 2 books in this series, then wanted to know if she had published anything recently and saw that this had been released almost 6 months ago! I'm thrilled but how did I miss it...? Anyway, I immediately bought it and read it, and I loved it! I liked it a tiny bit less than the first 2, though -- 4 stars instead of 4.5 (which is still a great rating!)