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A review by lisa_ella
King of Pride by Ana Huang
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
5.0
Ana Huang did it again with King of Pride! This opposites-attract romance between Isabella, the sassy and outgoing aspiring author, and Kai, the calm, book smart billionaire, is absolutely to die for.
Isabella and Kai are both characters I could root for: Isabella’s jokes, her dream of publishing her own book, and her struggles with feeling behind in life make her so relatable. She’s imperfect and real, and I loved watching her learn to trust herself. And Kai? Don’t get me started on Kai Young! With his glasses and reserved, prideful nature, he’s this perfect mix of intensity and charm. Watching him learn to let go and fall head over heels was worth every page.
The romance is a slow build, with sparks flying even when they’re holding back, thanks to the backstory they share from King of Wrath. The tension, the sweet gestures, the deep conversations, they make it impossible not to fall in love alongside them. And the steam…well, let’s just say Huang knows how to write scenes that will make you blush!
While there were moments I wished we saw a bit more depth in their respective family dynamics, it honestly didn’t take away from the story. The ending had just the right amount of conflict and that perfect HEA that leaves you smiling. Ana Huang absolutely nailed it, I’d happily read this book again.
Isabella and Kai are both characters I could root for: Isabella’s jokes, her dream of publishing her own book, and her struggles with feeling behind in life make her so relatable. She’s imperfect and real, and I loved watching her learn to trust herself. And Kai? Don’t get me started on Kai Young! With his glasses and reserved, prideful nature, he’s this perfect mix of intensity and charm. Watching him learn to let go and fall head over heels was worth every page.
The romance is a slow build, with sparks flying even when they’re holding back, thanks to the backstory they share from King of Wrath. The tension, the sweet gestures, the deep conversations, they make it impossible not to fall in love alongside them. And the steam…well, let’s just say Huang knows how to write scenes that will make you blush!
While there were moments I wished we saw a bit more depth in their respective family dynamics, it honestly didn’t take away from the story. The ending had just the right amount of conflict and that perfect HEA that leaves you smiling. Ana Huang absolutely nailed it, I’d happily read this book again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Sexual content, Death of parent
Moderate: Infidelity, Misogyny, Alcohol
Minor: Cancer, Toxic relationship, Violence