A review by darcie_readsalot
Macabre Gods by Elliott Rose

adventurous challenging dark emotional 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? N/A

5.0

O!M!G! What a wild ride there towards the end! Phew! I really enjoyed Macabre Gods and can’t recommend it enough. Although there are some DARK moments, so definitely check out the TWs and determine if this is the book for you.



There were some overlapping themes with Vengeful Gods that I wasn’t wholly pleased about - just some tactics within the group that were reused and similar hesitations/motivations that felt recycled. But other than those few things, it was still a very different storyline and introduction to the secret society in Port Macabre. 



I was also convinced throughout most of this book, that it should have come before Vengeful Gods, because chronologically, it takes place first. BUT don’t question things like I did - there is a method to the madness. There was a reveal at the end of this book that I think would’ve given some stuff away in Vengeful Gods, so follow the reading order and all will be well! Except I cannot believe I have to wait some unknown amount of time for the next book! Gah! I need to know where this is all headed!



I absolutely adored these men: Hawke, Grey, and Angel. They are all big softies but only when it comes to Poe, and how freaking cute is that?! They all have very tragic backstories but together, they’re able to find solace and comfort and acceptance and love and I was squealing with all that delicious character development! The spice was once again on point - I’m not sure Elliott Rose could write bad spice! I definitely need some additional epilogues like we got with Fox and her guys because I’m not ready to move on - I need some closure!