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Sentinel by Jennifer L. Armentrout
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I won’t break this down like a regular review because this is the 5th book in the series and quite frankly I’m too lazy to do it at the moment.
What I will note is I wasn’t sure what I was getting into with this older series. I enjoyed the author’s more recent series and since I’m impatiently waiting for the next books in those, I decided to read one she did that was complete. I’m glad I did because it has all the things I like. A little mystery, humor, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, action, romance, etc.
The ending of this book just about broke me. If you love fantasy romance with action, read this series. Just know the romance is a very slow burn and not as spicy as other fantasy romance books, but the love story is sublime.
What I will note is I wasn’t sure what I was getting into with this older series. I enjoyed the author’s more recent series and since I’m impatiently waiting for the next books in those, I decided to read one she did that was complete. I’m glad I did because it has all the things I like. A little mystery, humor, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, action, romance, etc.
The ending of this book just about broke me. If you love fantasy romance with action, read this series. Just know the romance is a very slow burn and not as spicy as other fantasy romance books, but the love story is sublime.
Apollyon by Jennifer L. Armentrout
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Deity by Jennifer L. Armentrout
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Pure by Jennifer L. Armentrout
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Half-Blood by Jennifer L. Armentrout
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
The Final Scene by Steph Nelson
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC to read for an unbiased review of this new Thriller
THE FINAL SCENE by Steph Nelson that is now available in Kindle ebook, paperback, and audiobook
The Oregon Coast has stunning sites and is beautiful with plenty of hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path wonders to discover. Who would think there could be anything nefarious lurking on the outskirts of a small town? Brooke, a young single mother certainly didn't one late night after her shift from work. Silently stalked by a stranger, she was captured and brought to a remote cabin in the woods to play a game. One she wasn't a willing participant.
"This is it. This is how I die." That was 10 years ago.
The dated cabin is tucked far away from other houses or businesses and you wouldn't know it was there unless someone told you. It is unlocked and she can roam the surrounding yard, however, if she goes too far it could cost her life. The cabin is monitored for most of the day by video, and the cast plays silent roles since there is no audio. It's like Groundhog Day set in the 1960's. Step out of line or go out of character, the collar around your neck will let you know.
THE FINAL SCENE by Steph Nelson that is now available in Kindle ebook, paperback, and audiobook
The Oregon Coast has stunning sites and is beautiful with plenty of hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path wonders to discover. Who would think there could be anything nefarious lurking on the outskirts of a small town? Brooke, a young single mother certainly didn't one late night after her shift from work. Silently stalked by a stranger, she was captured and brought to a remote cabin in the woods to play a game. One she wasn't a willing participant.
"This is it. This is how I die." That was 10 years ago.
The dated cabin is tucked far away from other houses or businesses and you wouldn't know it was there unless someone told you. It is unlocked and she can roam the surrounding yard, however, if she goes too far it could cost her life. The cabin is monitored for most of the day by video, and the cast plays silent roles since there is no audio. It's like Groundhog Day set in the 1960's. Step out of line or go out of character, the collar around your neck will let you know.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping, Sexual content, and Murder
Minor: Child death and Grief
Bones by Yolanda Olson
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
If you ever wondered what might be going on In the mind of a disturbed, twisted, psychotic murderer, this short story sums it up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Abortion, Murder, Violence, Body horror, Confinement, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Gore, and Child death
The Sinner by Shantel Tessier
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Rape, Child abuse, Drug use, Adult/minor relationship, Blood, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, and Murder
Moderate: Alcohol, Addiction, and Death
Eat Your Heart Out by Eden O'Neill
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I couldn’t put this messy, complicated, spicy, tearjerking book down.
Eat You Alive by Eden O'Neill
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Loved this. I’m not a huge contemporary romance person but if it’s a little dark I make exceptions. It was tense, hot, funny, frustrating, and sad. All the feels. For anyone who played the fake relationship game when they were younger, you may know how this feels. Someone usually gets hurt.