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A review by leandrathetbrzero
Barbarian's Touch by Ruby Dixon
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Rokan and Lila are super sweet, likeable characters on their own. I could totally see how Rokan mirrors his brother, Aehako, from book 3. The brothers are patient, supportive, and so certain of their love for their mates. Adorable! And Lila provided great representation as a deaf romantic lead. I was fascinated on ASL found its way into the plot, forcing the characters to adapt in order to fully understand each other.
With that said, the (incredibly slow) slow burn made the narrative drag for me. I understand why it was slow, and I do applaud Ruby Dixon for genuinely providing a series that has it all, every trope and plotting style under the sun, so that every kind of romance reader can find a favorite couple and book. But the romance and pacing of the spiciness felt off for me.
As far as storyline investment goes:
I think I am placing this book above books 4 and 6 (Harlow/Rukh and Josie/Haeden), but below books 1 and 5 (Georgie/Vektal and Tiffany/Salukh).
With that said, the (incredibly slow) slow burn made the narrative drag for me. I understand why it was slow, and I do applaud Ruby Dixon for genuinely providing a series that has it all, every trope and plotting style under the sun, so that every kind of romance reader can find a favorite couple and book. But the romance and pacing of the spiciness felt off for me.
As far as storyline investment goes:
I think I am placing this book above books 4 and 6 (Harlow/Rukh and Josie/Haeden), but below books 1 and 5 (Georgie/Vektal and Tiffany/Salukh).