Reviews with content warning for Bullying - The Awakening

I listened to the Graphic Audio version because I wasn’t sure if how much I would like this series going in. I’m not sure if my rating would be as high if I actually read it as the writing/dialogue was pretty cringe throughout, but I also love trashy TV so it scratched an itch in that way. None of the characters were likable let alone love-able, not even the Vega twins; however, the world itself is interesting and I like how it incorporated a smorgasbord of fantasy creatures rather just Fae. I knew that bullying would be a central plot point but the events right before the end honestly made me feel sick. I will probably read the next one to see how they get their revenge. 🫣

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adventurous funny medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.75

I am surprised that my rating of this book is not lower, probably because I have read too many Wattpad stories that were significantly worse. But I will say that by the end of the book I have a couple of nice things to say even though I almost quit reading it after the first half.
First, if you would ask me if this is a great piece of literature my answer would definitely be no. However, it was fun to read at times and the magic system was pretty cool. The idea that everyone has powers in the form of the elements, can shift into a magical creature and everything is related to the zodiac signs is very interesting and probably the most creative thing about this book. The main reason I almost quit the book was the sheer stupidity of the characters and the urge to eye-roll about everything happening. All I am saying about that is FaeBook, A.S.S., 'I am an Alpha' and Lord Voldemort's hotter younger cousin. I mean what was going on in the author's mind that they thought this would be taken seriously by anyone? Yes, I am still not over FaeBook and the four heirs who are all stunningly handsome and then of course we have Orion, the vampire teacher. It's almost so ridiculous that it is funny again. Also, why is everyone in this book like the worst and the horniest version of a stupid teenager they could possibly be.
Thus, my recommendation would be to only read this book if you are prepared to not take it seriously and read it more as a comedy. Otherwise, you will have a hard time even getting through it but if you are just here for some fun in the form of a fantasy series with some spice and a horribly obvious enemies-to-lovers troupe then maybe this book could be fun for you.

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