rasha_reads 's review for:

The Wolf King by Lauren Palphreyman

4.75

adventurous emotional mysterious relaxing fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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For those of you who don’t know me, I have been an avid reader for all my life and have gone through multiple literary phases. One of those phases was a passion for the bodice ripper historical romance from the 80’s/90’s (you know the ones? The harlequin romances with Fabio on the cover and a half dressed woman in the throes of passion? Think Johanna Lindsey, Judith McNaught, Catherine Coulter, Julie Garwood…). Which is why, as I devoured “The Wolf King” in one day, there was a feeling in the back of my mind that I had read something like this before. I still can’t tell you which book it was that I remembered but I can tell you that its familiarity was nostalgic and comforting.

That is not to say, however, that this was not an enjoyable read. I really liked getting to know these new characters, even if they were based on the time honoured trope of the trapped princess and the rogue who kidnaps/rescues her. The author has given the whole a bit of an update by adding some political intrigue and a very morally grey addition to the cast. Plus this story includes werewolves (this is where I said “yes, that’s definitely for me!”) and has some pretty good spice (🌶️🌶️) that does not skip consent. Add to that the feminist subtext and you have a book that I am proud to add to my already groaning bookshelves. 

Was it familiar? Yes. Did it have a plot with surprise twists that I didn’t see coming? No. Was it a fun escapist read? YES 🙌.

In other words, this was a read that was easy to get into with just enough political intrigue and questions left at the end of it to have me reaching for the next instalment.

4.75 stars 🤓📚

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Violence