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A review by vikkis_booknook
Deliverance by Katelyn Taylor
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Thanks to Blue Nose for the ALC! I was so excited for Deliverance, especially after loving the Gallows Hill series — but this one landed a bit unevenly for me.
First off, Asher stays pissing me off. Some things never change. 😅
The premise had so much potential: secret societies, queer women navigating danger in a rigid, blood-soaked world, and the haunting legacy of past sins. The first half of the book had me hooked — the pacing, the tension, and the energy were exactly what I was hoping for. And the smut? Absolutely delivered. No complaints there.
But around the halfway mark, it started to feel like the story lost its footing. It got messy in a way that didn’t quite work for me, and while it’s technically listed as a standalone, it leans hard into Gallows Hill series spoilers. If you haven’t read those books yet and planned to, this one will absolutely ruin a few reveals for you.
I also struggled to connect emotionally with the two FMCs. I wanted to, and there were glimpses of depth there, but something about the execution kept them feeling a bit distant.
On the upside, the narrators were phenomenal. They brought so much life to the characters and atmosphere, even when the plot wavered. I probably enjoyed the experience more because of how well the audiobook was performed.
First off, Asher stays pissing me off. Some things never change. 😅
The premise had so much potential: secret societies, queer women navigating danger in a rigid, blood-soaked world, and the haunting legacy of past sins. The first half of the book had me hooked — the pacing, the tension, and the energy were exactly what I was hoping for. And the smut? Absolutely delivered. No complaints there.
But around the halfway mark, it started to feel like the story lost its footing. It got messy in a way that didn’t quite work for me, and while it’s technically listed as a standalone, it leans hard into Gallows Hill series spoilers. If you haven’t read those books yet and planned to, this one will absolutely ruin a few reveals for you.
I also struggled to connect emotionally with the two FMCs. I wanted to, and there were glimpses of depth there, but something about the execution kept them feeling a bit distant.
On the upside, the narrators were phenomenal. They brought so much life to the characters and atmosphere, even when the plot wavered. I probably enjoyed the experience more because of how well the audiobook was performed.