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A review by goodeyreads
Lord of Gold and Glory by Lisette Marshall
slow-paced
3.75
MISSIN’ A LITTLE SOMETHING.
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I wish I loved this as much as the first, but I fear second book syndrome got me this round.
I really enjoy Emelin and Creon’s relationship. They generally communicate well and respect each other and take care of one another. What I didn’t love, is 9 times out of 10 when they were alone, they banged. I just need the steam to make sense for plot and story and not thrown in there without thought. There’s plenty of good moments between them overall at least.
There’s a good sense of general plot development. I liked seeing the side characters more and getting a better understanding of team dynamics. I thought the world building progressed well and I do think this magic system is a really cool concept. Amidst all of the learning and growth there I wish there were a bit more battle-ish scenes. I got all of the politicking, now lets amp it up.
The writing style carries me over enough that I do want to continue the series. There were some good reveals (and I have my eyes on a few particular one for the next book) that I’m excited to see how they shape Emelin’s world.
Overall audience notes:
- Fantasy Romance
- Language: some strong
- Romance: multiple open; high explicit
- Violence: high
- Trigger/Content Warnings: loss of loved ones, war themes, murder, torture, weapons and magical violence
BLOG || INSTAGRAM
I wish I loved this as much as the first, but I fear second book syndrome got me this round.
I really enjoy Emelin and Creon’s relationship. They generally communicate well and respect each other and take care of one another. What I didn’t love, is 9 times out of 10 when they were alone, they banged. I just need the steam to make sense for plot and story and not thrown in there without thought. There’s plenty of good moments between them overall at least.
There’s a good sense of general plot development. I liked seeing the side characters more and getting a better understanding of team dynamics. I thought the world building progressed well and I do think this magic system is a really cool concept. Amidst all of the learning and growth there I wish there were a bit more battle-ish scenes. I got all of the politicking, now lets amp it up.
The writing style carries me over enough that I do want to continue the series. There were some good reveals (and I have my eyes on a few particular one for the next book) that I’m excited to see how they shape Emelin’s world.
Overall audience notes:
- Fantasy Romance
- Language: some strong
- Romance: multiple open; high explicit
- Violence: high
- Trigger/Content Warnings: loss of loved ones, war themes, murder, torture, weapons and magical violence