A review by markita_reads
The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith

adventurous lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

4.2 ☆
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The cover art gave me "Beauty and the Beast," vibes, and it totally not this book vibe, lol. The Selection x Bridgerton x The Cruel Prince = The Rose Bargain. In this England society, every citizen is allowed to make a bargain with the fae queen. Ivy is our main lead and is about to enter society, with a shocking twist: a competition to secure the heart of the Queen’s fae son, Prince Bram. A prize that could save Ivy’s family from ruin… and free her sister from the bargain that destroyed her. This book was really good. During the middle, the pace was a little slow, but overall, it was a good read. The ending was a chief kiss and the cliffhanger. I need book two like now. 
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬
•Young Adult Fantasy 
•The Selection x Bridgerton x Cruel Prince vibes 
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Thank you, Netgalley, and Harper Collins for the eBook in exchange for my honest review.