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teaand_tomes 's review for:
Her Soul for a Crown
by Alysha Rameera
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Thank you Alysha Rameera, Sourcebooks Casablanca, and Colored Pages Book Tours for the free gift!
This book is an intricate, epic romantasy inspired by Sri Lankan mythology. It weaves together divine powers, ancient societies, and a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance in a story full of action, struggle, and high stakes.
What stood out most to me was Anula. She’s an incredibly strong woman, but what I loved most is how broken she was. Her character carried the weight of deep childhood trauma, and the book didn’t shy away from showing that in all its gruesome detail. I was also captivated by the battle between gods and mortals, which added an exciting and layered depth to the story. The romance between Anula and Reeri was another highlight. It felt so genuine because it wasn’t rushed. They had to rely on trust and understanding, with their physical attraction slowly blossoming into real, meaningful feelings. That slow build really heightened the emotional stakes.
I don’t have any particular dislikes to point out here, since so much of the story worked well for me.
Overall, this was an action-packed, layered, and heartfelt tale that I really enjoyed. I’d especially recommend it to readers who love epic fantasy with divine intrigue, morally complex heroines, and a romance that unfolds slowly and authentically.
This book is an intricate, epic romantasy inspired by Sri Lankan mythology. It weaves together divine powers, ancient societies, and a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance in a story full of action, struggle, and high stakes.
What stood out most to me was Anula. She’s an incredibly strong woman, but what I loved most is how broken she was. Her character carried the weight of deep childhood trauma, and the book didn’t shy away from showing that in all its gruesome detail. I was also captivated by the battle between gods and mortals, which added an exciting and layered depth to the story. The romance between Anula and Reeri was another highlight. It felt so genuine because it wasn’t rushed. They had to rely on trust and understanding, with their physical attraction slowly blossoming into real, meaningful feelings. That slow build really heightened the emotional stakes.
I don’t have any particular dislikes to point out here, since so much of the story worked well for me.
Overall, this was an action-packed, layered, and heartfelt tale that I really enjoyed. I’d especially recommend it to readers who love epic fantasy with divine intrigue, morally complex heroines, and a romance that unfolds slowly and authentically.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Gore, Sexual content, Violence, Death of parent, Murder
Moderate: Misogyny, Torture, Blood
Minor: Cannibalism, Religious bigotry, Fire/Fire injury, Classism