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A review by annagwritesandreads
The First Loss by J.D. Linton
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
4.5/5 Stars
Note: While this is a prequel, I would recommend reading The Last Storm and The Last Draig first.
General Description:
Elora lost her parents at a young age and was adopted by the leaders of her kingdom. She has gone to a political meeting every year. One year, in the orchard, she meets a man named Wryn and they develop a friendship over letters. However, Wryn is not who he says he is. Wryn is Vaelor, ruler of his kingdom. What will happen when Vaelor realizes he wants Elora more than just a friend? Will he be able to tell her the truth while keeping his kingdom together?
All the goods:
- Vaelor was the character I was most excited to see (iykyk). I loved seeing the magic he had and how it was explained
- I loved seeing Elora's supportive family throughout the novel.
- It felt like meeting the side characters for the first time and I loved the feeling of seeing them grow.
- JD warns you that it's a tragedy and she delivers in the best way.
The loss of a star:
- The spice is always a bit much for me, but always makes sense in terms of the plot. Maybe one day I'll be a spicy reader lol.
Overall, if you are a spicy romantasy reader, you need to read all of JD's books. Again, I'd recommend reading this third. But that's just my opinion.
Note: While this is a prequel, I would recommend reading The Last Storm and The Last Draig first.
General Description:
Elora lost her parents at a young age and was adopted by the leaders of her kingdom. She has gone to a political meeting every year. One year, in the orchard, she meets a man named Wryn and they develop a friendship over letters. However, Wryn is not who he says he is. Wryn is Vaelor, ruler of his kingdom. What will happen when Vaelor realizes he wants Elora more than just a friend? Will he be able to tell her the truth while keeping his kingdom together?
All the goods:
- Vaelor was the character I was most excited to see (iykyk). I loved seeing the magic he had and how it was explained
- I loved seeing Elora's supportive family throughout the novel.
- It felt like meeting the side characters for the first time and I loved the feeling of seeing them grow.
- JD warns you that it's a tragedy and she delivers in the best way.
The loss of a star:
- The spice is always a bit much for me, but always makes sense in terms of the plot. Maybe one day I'll be a spicy reader lol.
Overall, if you are a spicy romantasy reader, you need to read all of JD's books. Again, I'd recommend reading this third. But that's just my opinion.