A review by galdra
Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin

adventurous emotional funny tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

I enjoyed it. The author is good at creating twists and keeping the reader's attention; I really struggled to put my book down! The male protagonist/love interest kind of subverted the stereotype for the YA romantasy genre, but I couldn't say the same for the female protagonist. If you like Sarah J. Maas, you'll probably be a fan of this book. 

The romance could have been paced a bit slower, but that's only my preference. It still took a while to develop compared to other books. And they had a very good dynamic together. The plot, stakes, and their own arcs wove well into their love story for a satisfying and captivating journey from beginning to completion. 

If you're after a fun read with a mix of romance, drama, magic, and adventure, then this is right for you.
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