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A review by dinipandareads
A Rival Most Vial by R.K. Ashwick
4.0
TL;DR: A Rival Most Vial was a sweet, heartwarming and delightful cosy fantasy! I loved everything about this from the rivals-to-lovers romance and the found family community to the potion-making and slice-of-life vibes. This is the perfect read for those looking for a low-stakes magical story about finding your path, recognising what family means, and embracing success on your own terms. Plus, it provides a wonderful escape from reality. The setting is a fun magical world and I can't wait to read more about the shopkeepers of Rosemond Street in future books!
All of the characters in this book were easy to love and root for. I'm glad we got dual POVs from Eli and Ambrose, but we also got a good glimpse into the lives of the supporting characters. I loved Dawn, Grim, Sherry and Banneker (and his obsession with baked goods and card reading)! They were all so endearing and if you enjoy the found family trope, you'll love this crew because they made a wonderful family that I wished I could be a part of!
All of the characters in this book were easy to love and root for. I'm glad we got dual POVs from Eli and Ambrose, but we also got a good glimpse into the lives of the supporting characters. I loved Dawn, Grim, Sherry and Banneker (and his obsession with baked goods and card reading)! They were all so endearing and if you enjoy the found family trope, you'll love this crew because they made a wonderful family that I wished I could be a part of!