A review by yelli3_reads
Cruel is the Light (Library Binding) by Sophie Clark

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Fans of Shadowhunters, you’ll want to get this! Demon hunting exorcists!!

I think this book is so unique. The setting is a new one for me, being set in Rome, in Vatican City! The author did a great job of  describing the setting that I was able to picture it so clearly. 

My favorite part though, is 100% the characters. Selene and Jules are WONDERFUL, beautifully written characters and I love them so much. I think she has made 2 very lovable characters that make you root for them so easily. Their banter is simply a wonderful thing to read and I loved every moment of it!! And Sparrow! I loved him so much, he was an amazing side character!!

✨fake dating
✨forbidden love 
✨demon hunters 
✨banter!!!!
✨dual POV 

Overall, this book was so good. I highly recommend it for romantasy fans. Definitely fans of Shadowhunters, Serpent & Dove, and Divine Rivals. It combines the action of Shadowhunters/Serpent & Dove an adds in the softness of Divine Rivals. Along with the most beautiful cover, this book will definitely be a favorite this year!