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House of Blight
by Maxym M. Martineau
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
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:
Complicated
This is a deeply intriguing fantasy that hooked me from the very first page. The gothic atmosphere is masterfully crafted - eerie and unsettling at times, threaded with mystery and layered with secrets begging to be unraveled. While there is a thread of romance, the plot takes center stage, striking a satisfying balance that kept me fully invested.
The characters are wonderfully written and developed. Edira is a standout FMC - fiercely loyal to her brothers, curious, determined, brave, and unwilling to passively accept the strange and sinister events around her. She questions everything, and I loved watching her unravel the truths hidden beneath the surface.
The Fernglove family dynamic adds another compelling layer. The rivalry is sharp, the relationships tense and veiled in mystery. I especially appreciated how Edira’s interactions with each family member were distinct and nuanced, with their development unfolding in such an interesting way. The plot twists genuinely caught me off guard, and the pacing was consistent and engaging throughout.
The world-building is immersive yet easy to follow, with a unique and compelling magic system that unfolds organically as the story progresses. I love the way Edira’s magic comes with consequences - those stakes made it even more fascinating. I’m also eager to learn more about the Evers and their powers in future books.
And that ending… I need book two. I’m absolutely dying to see where this journey leads next!
A quick note on the audiobook: the narration is phenomenal. Catrin’s voice is a perfect match for Edira and the overall tone of the story. The prose is already vivid and atmospheric, but her performance adds another level of immersion, bringing the eerie, gothic world to life in a really special way.
The characters are wonderfully written and developed. Edira is a standout FMC - fiercely loyal to her brothers, curious, determined, brave, and unwilling to passively accept the strange and sinister events around her. She questions everything, and I loved watching her unravel the truths hidden beneath the surface.
The Fernglove family dynamic adds another compelling layer. The rivalry is sharp, the relationships tense and veiled in mystery. I especially appreciated how Edira’s interactions with each family member were distinct and nuanced, with their development unfolding in such an interesting way. The plot twists genuinely caught me off guard, and the pacing was consistent and engaging throughout.
The world-building is immersive yet easy to follow, with a unique and compelling magic system that unfolds organically as the story progresses. I love the way Edira’s magic comes with consequences - those stakes made it even more fascinating. I’m also eager to learn more about the Evers and their powers in future books.
And that ending… I need book two. I’m absolutely dying to see where this journey leads next!
A quick note on the audiobook: the narration is phenomenal. Catrin’s voice is a perfect match for Edira and the overall tone of the story. The prose is already vivid and atmospheric, but her performance adds another level of immersion, bringing the eerie, gothic world to life in a really special way.