timap 's review for:

4.5
emotional hopeful inspiring fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This story is dual POV, well written, and a sweet and steamy, fantasy romance that incorporates a character working with a disability and another overcoming mental health issues associated with being enslaved. I enjoyed Valessa’s survival instincts and the adaptability with which she approached every situation. I enjoyed Ranan’s consent focus, and his determination that he would only accept from Valessa what she wanted to give, instead of accepting everything she was willing to offer. I empathised with Ranan’s speech difficulties as well as Valessa’s hurt from his unintentional clumsiness with words. I enjoyed the relationship development, and the building intimacy. I enjoyed the world building. I enjoyed the resolution and the joy it brought both characters.