A review by helenrm
Pirate's Queen by Riley West

adventurous emotional lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. The plot was engaging, and there was clear chemistry between the two main characters. I also really appreciated the emphasis on consent in all the steamy scenes; it did not take away from the romance in the slightest and felt realistic to the situation. That being said, I felt that the writing was a little weak at times (though certainly not bad for the author’s second novel!), and the non-romantic story line could have been more flushed out. The pacing got a bit strange toward the end, though it sets the novel up perfectly to become a series. I would certainly recommend this book to anyone looking for a cute, lighthearted sapphic romance!