Review by bellebookcorner - The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk

bellebookcorner 's review for:

The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk by Carissa Broadbent

5.0

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful 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: Yes

“For whatever your mistakes, for whatever of your faults, for whatever unintended pains you may bring this world, I will love you anyway.”

The Fallen and Kiss of Dusk is a fantastic sequel—the stakes are higher, the emotions are deeper, and one of my favorite parts? All the iconic characters from other books in the Crowns of Nyaxia universe show up and actually contribute to Mische and Asar’s journey!

Seeing Oraya and Raihn (forever obsessed with them), Atrius and Sylina, and even Septimus pop in? Chef’s kiss!!

Mische and Asar story picks up right where book one left off, and thank the stars—they’re not apart for long. Together, they dive into a quest that pits them against fate, gods, and everything standing between them and their happy ending.

The character work in this duology is top-tier—the arcs are rich, raw, and beautifully layered.

I can’t help but root for Mische and Asar. They’ve come so far, and their bond just keeps deepening with every trial they face.

And Luce?? Best girl. She’s a total star and always shows up when it matters most.

“No matter what’s ahead, never sacrifice the messy parts of your mortality.
I like those the best.”

That final part of the book was wild. I did not see that twist coming, and now I’m bracing myself for what’s next. The gods, vampires, and humans are clearly gearing up for something massive—and that epilogue?? Septimus is giving mysterious mastermind vibes and I need his story ASAP.

Overall, this duology is a well-written story. The Crowns of Nyaxia series never misses—amazing characters, epic world-building, and a plot that made you always crave for more.

I’m beyond excited for the final two books in the Crown of Nyaxia series – the Bloodborn Duet!

I received a review copy through Netgalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Huge thank you to the author and publisher!

⚠️ 𝐓𝐖: Discussion of grooming and sexual assault, discussion of religious trauma, off-screen torture

Content Warnings