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

adventurous dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Plot twist after plot twist and I sincerely could not predict what new thing would be revealed about Vincent and Oraya’s relationship. 

The beginning does drag a bit, but the ending really picks up.

The sections going in reverse from what they were in the last book demonstrating the growth/ rebirth of Oraya and Raihn🥹 I love little details like that.

Again, I sincerely wish that there was more exploration of the Hiaj/ Rishan divide. It was briefly explained towards the ending but I need MORE

Looking forward to Mische’s book!
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Re-read update: Oraya’s constant talking down on herself does become quite annoying especially after we find out
she’s Vincent’s actual biological daughter
that thing. The beginning part dragging still stands until about 40% into the book. 
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