A review by zoelzebub
Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig

adventurous challenging dark emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This book was a surprise. 

After reading One Dark Window, the first in this duology, I was disappointed. Though I loved the plot, general vibes, and the monster, I felt it lacking in the character department.

Two Twisted Crowns certainly fixed its mistakes in the second book when it came to character development. 

Spoilers start here‼️

While I found Rayvn and Eslpeth  lackluster and boring, Ione and Elm were wonderful. For a subplot romance, both characters felt in depth, their relationship growth felt realistic, and their shared experiences and pain were heartbreaking beautiful. 

While I don’t think I’d consider this duology a romance, I think the Two Twosted Crowns’ romantic subplot was well written.

The plot itself, was wonderful. I found it engaging and exciting. I love the dynamic between Elspeth and the monster. I fell in love with Taxus really. His story of redemption a beautiful read