A review by birdieex
Three Kings by Freydís Moon

fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Magic and polyamory roped me in, but this story unfortunately just fell a little flat for me. There was a lot of smut, which isn't something I mind, but not what I ultimately expected picking up the book. I was hoping for a bit more build up. However, I understand it's only 150 pages.

The relationship happened in a matter of days which felt incredibly rushed for me. 
The progression of monogamous to questioning opening the relationship to actually opening happening so quickly was jarring, especially considering it wasn't being thought about until they even met Nico.
Decisions like that typically aren't made on a whim. Also their first time being together
was when they were all accidentally drugged, which felt kind of yuck. None of them were in the right headspace to consider everything properly.
 

Nonetheless, the vibes of the town was indeed cozy, and I loved the atmosphere. I just couldn't get behind pacing.
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