thevicariouswinnower 's review for:

Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent

4.0

challenging dark emotional tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent — ★★★★☆

How Carissa managed to pack so much heart, tension, and intrigue into a novella is beyond me. In such a short span, she built a compelling story that left me craving more. The friendship between the main characters was the real gem—organic, layered, and steadily deepening in a way that made every interaction meaningful.

It doesn’t feel rushed despite its length, and yet it still leaves you hungry for the bigger picture. I’m hoping future books tie this thread back in, bringing everything full circle.