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A review by bexi
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

adventurous dark emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I had no desire to read this, but my best friend accidentally acquired two copies and gave me her extra one (100% planned and forced upon me). So, I promised her I would read it. (Are you reading this review right now, bestie? You probably forgot you even have an account. 😝)

I have to begrudgingly admit that I enjoyed this. The world building was interesting. The writing was better than I expected, although I never want to see the words purred or growled again. The nature descriptions were lovely. 

But I'm not sure I can root for a romance between an immoral and a 19 year old because that gives me the ick.

I had a hard time liking any of the characters, but maybe they'll grow on me.
Feyre? Frustrated me to no end, and she was so dumb. 😭
Tamlin? I don't trust him. He gives me "nice guy but secretly not" vibes. Can't explain it, it's just a feeling.
Lucien? The most likeable character, but the bar was low. And he's friends with Tamlin, so I can't trust him.
Rhysand: Red flags all around. Straight to jail.
Sarah Janet I see what you're trying to do with Rhysand and I'm saying... no.


I'll continue with the series mostly because I had so much fun sending voice memos back and forth to my bestie as I was reading the book and plan to do it with the next one, too. But the last quarter of the book did reel me in, and I want to know what happens next despite my reservations.
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