A review by minerva_library
From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout

adventurous dark emotional mysterious fast-paced

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

4.5

I devoured this book and finished it in one day. I can see myself reading it again and taking my time. I loved the world this book introduced, and the attention to detail in the characters roles (and therefore their restrictions and responsibilities) within that world. I loved how we as the reader were also learning with Poppy these intricate parts of the world that she's not really supposed to be privy to. 

When I watch movies and tv shows, I'm often guessing the endings, or the next story beat and that can often be boring. But I can say with confidence that the ending of this book surprised me - in the best way! Plus, the spice-to-plot ratio was spot on, especially for what essentially is forbidden romance.

I enjoyed the way the author introduced a unique variant of vampires into her world. It was a good twist on a loved paranormal trope.

Poppy is a Maiden, chosen by the gods to help ascend the next generation of youth. A vague concept as it's meant to also be ingrained as almost a religious and honored event within the world. Tropes I noticed (and loved) within this book are: enemies to lovers, forced proximity, miscommunication, not so distressed damsel, and

identity reveals

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, War