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A review by xorosiereads
Exquisite Ruin by AdriAnne May
4.0
Please check the trigger warnings.
What to Expect:
••» Enemies-to-Lovers
••» Forced Proximity (in a maze)
••» A Sorceress with Amnesia
••» A Hooved-and-Horned Demon Who Hates Her
••» Second Chance Romance/Betrayal
••» Pain Magic
••» A Pug in Disguise
In this darkly romantic reimagining of the Minotaur myth, a sorceress and a demon are entwined in sensual battle to escape a deadly maze and reclaim their freedom. The catch? One of them has amnesia, while the other can’t forget the painful betrayal they experienced.
The dynamic between Sadaré and Daesra was deliciously tense—classic enemies to lovers with all the push and pull you could want. Their banter kept me hooked, and I couldn’t put the book down. I read this in one sitting. The storyline jumps between past and present, giving you just enough clues to keep you guessing, but trust me, just when you think you’ve figured it out, the plot twists again. It was like trying to solve a riddle—confusing at times but so worth it. I loved how unique and unpredictable the story felt, with twists at every turn. Even the side characters were a joy.
If you're into enemies-to-lovers with a side of mind-bending puzzles and spice, this book is a must-read. It left me in total shock, but in the best way possible. I can't wait to see what AdriAnne May writes next.
Thank you to NetGalley, AdriAnne May, the author, and Gallery Books for the ARC opportunity.
What to Expect:
••» Enemies-to-Lovers
••» Forced Proximity (in a maze)
••» A Sorceress with Amnesia
••» A Hooved-and-Horned Demon Who Hates Her
••» Second Chance Romance/Betrayal
••» Pain Magic
••» A Pug in Disguise
In this darkly romantic reimagining of the Minotaur myth, a sorceress and a demon are entwined in sensual battle to escape a deadly maze and reclaim their freedom. The catch? One of them has amnesia, while the other can’t forget the painful betrayal they experienced.
The dynamic between Sadaré and Daesra was deliciously tense—classic enemies to lovers with all the push and pull you could want. Their banter kept me hooked, and I couldn’t put the book down. I read this in one sitting. The storyline jumps between past and present, giving you just enough clues to keep you guessing, but trust me, just when you think you’ve figured it out, the plot twists again. It was like trying to solve a riddle—confusing at times but so worth it. I loved how unique and unpredictable the story felt, with twists at every turn. Even the side characters were a joy.
If you're into enemies-to-lovers with a side of mind-bending puzzles and spice, this book is a must-read. It left me in total shock, but in the best way possible. I can't wait to see what AdriAnne May writes next.
Thank you to NetGalley, AdriAnne May, the author, and Gallery Books for the ARC opportunity.