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A review by amanda_reads13
Scythe & Sparrow by Brynne Weaver
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Each running from their own demons, Fionn and Rose crash land in each other's lives, uprooting everything they each thought they wanted.
I love how all three books weave together and we get a similar timeline throughout all three. It really helps add an interesting perspective to all three stories.
Though it does have its dark moments, this one definitely had more of a focus on developing their relationship rather than their "extra curricular activies". We got a bit of their murdery sides sprinkled throughout, but a lot of the plot was spent developing their relationship. We did still get a fair share of ridiculousness and laugh out loud moments, especially the addicted raccoon and the knitting circle.
Fionn has effectively isolated himself from everyone and everything except for his medical practice. He is closed off and hides away from the darkness inside him. Rose opens his eyes to what is possible in life and to embrace his darkness.
Rose is a performer and tarot card reader at a circus, who also helps women "take care" of their abusive husbands. Her abusive past has lead her to become a vigilante of sorts, specializing is specific "plants". Rose is a firecracker! It's absolutely hilarious that she is so disgusted by blood that it makes her sick.
I wish we had got more into their pasts, we got the highlights, but never really delved deep into it. The epilogue was so funny... Rowan is ridiculous. I am very intrigued about this new mystery character that we were introduced to.
Tropes: Opposites attract, friends to lovers, dark romcom, slow burn, forced proximity
I love how all three books weave together and we get a similar timeline throughout all three. It really helps add an interesting perspective to all three stories.
Though it does have its dark moments, this one definitely had more of a focus on developing their relationship rather than their "extra curricular activies". We got a bit of their murdery sides sprinkled throughout, but a lot of the plot was spent developing their relationship. We did still get a fair share of ridiculousness and laugh out loud moments, especially the addicted raccoon and the knitting circle.
Fionn has effectively isolated himself from everyone and everything except for his medical practice. He is closed off and hides away from the darkness inside him. Rose opens his eyes to what is possible in life and to embrace his darkness.
Rose is a performer and tarot card reader at a circus, who also helps women "take care" of their abusive husbands. Her abusive past has lead her to become a vigilante of sorts, specializing is specific "plants". Rose is a firecracker! It's absolutely hilarious that she is so disgusted by blood that it makes her sick.
I wish we had got more into their pasts, we got the highlights, but never really delved deep into it. The epilogue was so funny... Rowan is ridiculous. I am very intrigued about this new mystery character that we were introduced to.
Tropes: Opposites attract, friends to lovers, dark romcom, slow burn, forced proximity
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Animal cruelty, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Sexual content, Blood, Grief, Stalking, Murder, Injury/Injury detail