laurenesmoot 's review for:

The Lost and the Chosen by Ivy Asher

3.0

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Substance: 2.9/5
Spice: 2.9/5

I was super excited to jump into this one. I was intrigued by the reverse haram vibes.

The concept is great. The magic system is interesting and well through out. There’s hot magical men everywhere… and the FMC is a kickass witch healing her trauma through polyamory and sexual liberation.

But the writing. The pace? The character development?

All off!

There were moments where I was convinced this would be a 4 star review, but alas we barely got to three stars.

Especially chapters 36-40… like why are we in act 3 conflict with a whole new set of characters!?

BUT BUT BUT

I am going to read book two for the following reasons:

1. I want more of the boys. Bastien and Valen, Knox, Ryker, and Sabin are… well quite the crew, and I hope things spice up more for all them with Vinna in the next book.

2. I like to give series a chance to redeem themselves.

3. I am really interested in how the magic all plays out, and it was at least enjoyable to most of the time.