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A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer
adventurous
inspiring
tense
medium-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? No
4.5
*beauty and the beast retelling
*enemies to lovers
*parallel worlds
*reluctant hero
*cursed prince
*slow burn
Overall Rating: 9.5/10 or 4.5 stars
plot: 1
pacing: 1
themes: 1
setting: 1
originality: 1
characters: 1
writing style: 1
emotional impact: .5
ending: 1
overall enjoyment: 1
Language: yes but mild - Silver Hill is used as a curse word.
Spice: 0 out of 5 Sweet moments with no explicit descriptions.
*There is a male with male relationship but is very minor.
A Curse So Dark and Lonely is a fresh and imaginative retelling of Beauty and the Beast that successfully weaves modern elements into a rich fantasy world. The story follows Harper, a young woman from Washington, D.C., who is kidnapped into the kingdom of Emberfall—a realm cursed with eternal winter. Prince Rhen, the cursed ruler, is trapped in a time loop, living the same season repeatedly until someone falls in love with him. But Harper, with her cerebral palsy and strong will, refuses to be anyone's damsel in distress.
What sets this book apart is its blend of emotional depth and thrilling action. Harper's disability is portrayed with sensitivity, and her character development shines as she refuses to let her condition define her. The romance between Harper and Rhen builds slowly, adding to the tension and stakes as they confront the growing dangers threatening Emberfall.
The plot is fast-paced with great twists, and the secondary characters, especially Grey, add additional layers of complexity. Kemmerer’s writing style is accessible yet descriptive, making it easy to visualize the world while staying engaged in the narrative.
Fans of fairytale retellings, slow-burn romance, and strong female protagonists will find A Curse So Dark and Lonely an absolute delight. The ending leaves room for the sequel while still providing enough resolution to be satisfying.
Full review: https://www.tiktok.com/@sundragonscrolls/video/7419344706850573611?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7405587609412716063
*enemies to lovers
*parallel worlds
*reluctant hero
*cursed prince
*slow burn
Overall Rating: 9.5/10 or 4.5 stars
plot: 1
pacing: 1
themes: 1
setting: 1
originality: 1
characters: 1
writing style: 1
emotional impact: .5
ending: 1
overall enjoyment: 1
Language: yes but mild - Silver Hill is used as a curse word.
Spice: 0 out of 5 Sweet moments with no explicit descriptions.
*There is a male with male relationship but is very minor.
A Curse So Dark and Lonely is a fresh and imaginative retelling of Beauty and the Beast that successfully weaves modern elements into a rich fantasy world. The story follows Harper, a young woman from Washington, D.C., who is kidnapped into the kingdom of Emberfall—a realm cursed with eternal winter. Prince Rhen, the cursed ruler, is trapped in a time loop, living the same season repeatedly until someone falls in love with him. But Harper, with her cerebral palsy and strong will, refuses to be anyone's damsel in distress.
What sets this book apart is its blend of emotional depth and thrilling action. Harper's disability is portrayed with sensitivity, and her character development shines as she refuses to let her condition define her. The romance between Harper and Rhen builds slowly, adding to the tension and stakes as they confront the growing dangers threatening Emberfall.
The plot is fast-paced with great twists, and the secondary characters, especially Grey, add additional layers of complexity. Kemmerer’s writing style is accessible yet descriptive, making it easy to visualize the world while staying engaged in the narrative.
Fans of fairytale retellings, slow-burn romance, and strong female protagonists will find A Curse So Dark and Lonely an absolute delight. The ending leaves room for the sequel while still providing enough resolution to be satisfying.
Full review: https://www.tiktok.com/@sundragonscrolls/video/7419344706850573611?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7405587609412716063