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A review by readwithme90
Lunaria by Kara Douglas
adventurous
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
fast-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? Yes
4.75
At the beginning, Lunaria felt a bit slow to get going, but as I continued reading, the story really started to pick up steam. The pace gradually increased, and I found myself becoming more invested in the characters and their journey. Amira, or Lunaria as she is known, is caught in a complex situation with both Adrian, the one she is truly drawn to, and Graylen, with whom she is only pretending to be interested to escape an unwanted engagement arranged by her father. This love triangle adds a fascinating layer to the narrative, and the twists and turns kept me hooked. Although the start was a little gradual, it was definitely worth the wait.
The world-building and character dynamics started to shine as the narrative developed. Adrian and Graylen both bring different aspects to Amira’s journey, with one representing the love she craves and the other being part of a facade. Even though Amira doesn’t feel any romantic spark with Graylen in this book, the way their dynamic plays out is still really interesting. The absence of any 🌶️ scenes didn’t take away from the story at all, and I didn’t feel like anything was missing. The plot flowed smoothly, keeping me interested throughout, and I was able to read it quickly. The character development and the intriguing twists in the story were enough to keep me hooked. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, and I thoroughly enjoyed it without the need for intense scenes.
The world-building and character dynamics started to shine as the narrative developed. Adrian and Graylen both bring different aspects to Amira’s journey, with one representing the love she craves and the other being part of a facade. Even though Amira doesn’t feel any romantic spark with Graylen in this book, the way their dynamic plays out is still really interesting. The absence of any 🌶️ scenes didn’t take away from the story at all, and I didn’t feel like anything was missing. The plot flowed smoothly, keeping me interested throughout, and I was able to read it quickly. The character development and the intriguing twists in the story were enough to keep me hooked. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, and I thoroughly enjoyed it without the need for intense scenes.