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A review by tiff_and_books
The Crimson Throne by Sara Raasch, Beth Revis
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
3.5
The Crimson Throne by Sara Raasch and Beth Revis
ARC from Netgalley
E-Book
Thank you to NetGalley & Sourcebooks for the opportunity to read this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The Crimson Throne is a story set in Scotland during the reigh of Mary Queen of Scotts. The story combines historical fiction with fantasy and romance elements as the two main characters seek to uncover threats to their respective realms.
On paper, from reading the description, this book sounds like a perfect blend of my favorite genres. There are many great individual pieces within this story, but they don't fall together well and seemed rushed.
This story is marketed for the 14-18 YA Reader, which I can see throughout the writing style although there's heavy theming surrounding murder plots, and death. The romance between the two characters felt unnecessary and quite sudden. Rather than add something to the story it felt as though it detracted from how strong and independent the FMC was, and added another layer to a story that didn't need it.
If you enjoy historical fiction and some fantasy you will likely find something to interest you in this book, but unfortunately it did not leave me wanting more.
ARC from Netgalley
E-Book
Thank you to NetGalley & Sourcebooks for the opportunity to read this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The Crimson Throne is a story set in Scotland during the reigh of Mary Queen of Scotts. The story combines historical fiction with fantasy and romance elements as the two main characters seek to uncover threats to their respective realms.
On paper, from reading the description, this book sounds like a perfect blend of my favorite genres. There are many great individual pieces within this story, but they don't fall together well and seemed rushed.
This story is marketed for the 14-18 YA Reader, which I can see throughout the writing style although there's heavy theming surrounding murder plots, and death. The romance between the two characters felt unnecessary and quite sudden. Rather than add something to the story it felt as though it detracted from how strong and independent the FMC was, and added another layer to a story that didn't need it.
If you enjoy historical fiction and some fantasy you will likely find something to interest you in this book, but unfortunately it did not leave me wanting more.