A review by volleyworm
The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense 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

5.0

What a beautiful ending to this perfect duology! I was into this book after the first 20 pages, and man, even though this book is almost 600 pages long, every page counted and made this book marvelous!
I loved how we got into Raihn’s background and how he overcame his struggles. I also loved learning more about Vincent and his past as well. I’m so glad that I picked up this beautiful duology!

I was so shocked that we found a relative from Oraya’s family! I nearly cried when Ayla started to tell Oraya what her mother was like and how much Oraya was loved!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Cursing, Death, Violence, Blood, Murder

Moderate: Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Death of parent, Alcohol

Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, Torture, Kidnapping, Grief, War