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A review by villainsoup
Quicksilver by Callie Hart
emotional
funny
mysterious
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
4.75
Listened to the audiobook on a whim. While I admit the voice acting definitely affected my rating, I will say I was immersed in the world-building and the unfolding of secrets and events. I am most pleased by the wit and humor from the characters, and how they bounce off each other.
My only true disappointment was Danya. I hate to see women be called bitches or be talked down to, even in my fiction (because fuck misogyny always), but she truly was despicable. And I just don't understand why. I don't see what she added to the story, at least not yet, but I hope we get more female fae that are strong and badass and sure, with a wicked temper, but know how to regulate themselves when the situation demands it. Why were the men able to keep themselves in check and not Danya? Just thinking about it pisses me off. You reap what you sow, but I think some of Danya's ire was founded, and she didn't deserve to be made out as a random asshole that had no personality and a shitty attitude always.
Aside from that though, I really enjoyed the story. Especially the world-building. I'm intrigued by just how long-lived the fae are, and what other customs there are. I'm looking forward to book two :D
My only true disappointment was Danya. I hate to see women be called bitches or be talked down to, even in my fiction (because fuck misogyny always), but she truly was despicable. And I just don't understand why. I don't see what she added to the story, at least not yet, but I hope we get more female fae that are strong and badass and sure, with a wicked temper, but know how to regulate themselves when the situation demands it. Why were the men able to keep themselves in check and not Danya? Just thinking about it pisses me off. You reap what you sow, but I think some of Danya's ire was founded, and she didn't deserve to be made out as a random asshole that had no personality and a shitty attitude always.
Aside from that though, I really enjoyed the story. Especially the world-building. I'm intrigued by just how long-lived the fae are, and what other customs there are. I'm looking forward to book two :D
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexual content, Grief, War