A review by crypsisrosa
Iron & Embers by Helen Scheuerer

adventurous dark emotional informative tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

One of the biggest reasons I picked up this book is because of alchemy and the uses of potions, balms, salves. It did a great job of explaining plants and their medical uses and warnings. I eat up botany in books, especially in a fantasy setting. As for the story and romance it was just okay. The dynamic between FMC and MMC was kind of annoying, but there was a twist at the end that made me feel more invested in their relationship. If you are looking for some well written adult and smutty scenes, this book has a few. The author did a good job at creating lust and longing.