A review by thelongroadtosanity
Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver

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

3.5

I found this to be a quirky love story between two serial killers. I felt that it focused a lot on the romance moreso than the actual plot, which wasn't bad, but I was expecting more. Coming from someone who loves watching Criminal Minds, I wanted more of the darkest, depraved bits usually seen in dark romance. Overall, I felt the tone of this was unexpectedly light and almost humorous. I wanted more spice, but the plot and romance definitely went in a completely different direction than anticipated. I also correctly guessed the plot twist at the end, so I found the predicability a little...meh. 

This is definitely a cute little palette cleanser that I would probably read again for a bit of "light reading" but I definitely won't be partaking in the massive hype I have seen for this book online. 
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