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Evocation by S.T. Gibson
dark
emotional
medium-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
4.0
Evocation is an urban paranormal book with a polyamorous relationship that really emphasizes its wonderful character dynamics.
David Aristarkhov is a physic prodigy whose has been leading a life as an attorney and medium for a secret society. All of his ambitions have culminated to him reaching for the position of High Priest of his society as he reaches thirty. However, his ex Rhys also wants the position, and they have had a rocky relationship since they broke up. When David suddenly finds a malevolent demon has entered him, he must reach out to the only person he trusts, Rhys. Rhys and his wife Moira, a powerful witch work together to safe David's life, but find that feelings are starting to build and must figure out how to untwist their relationships.
This was definitely a very character forward book that really focuses on the development and feelings of all three main characters. Due to that, it was a little tough for me to become interested at first, but over time the book definitely won me over and I was invested. The pacing felt relatively slow at first and also tended to pick up and slow down throughout the book. The setting itself was atmospheric and very urban, with a dash of paranormal and witchiness. In this world, the paranormal is quite real and people have many different skills regarding that, whether that is seances, evocation of sprints, intuition and more.
Again, the characters here are just absolutely amazing, and the way that the author writes them just wins over your heart. David is a bit of an asshole, but he truly does care about Rhys and grows to truly care for Moira. He's just a lonely guy who has struggled with his upbringing and has to learn to trust others. Rhys is just someone who is so determined to protect those that he loves and Moira is the true sunshine in this book. All three of them really complement each other and the way that they support each other and grow with each other was beautiful.
It is a polyamorous relationship, but I believe that Moira and David are more platonic, but do love each other. I love how comfortable the book depicts their relationship and how seamlessly they are able to be with each other. The book didn't end with everything resolved, so I am interested to see how they will continue to grow. I'm excited for the sequel!
Thank you to Angry Robot Books and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
David Aristarkhov is a physic prodigy whose has been leading a life as an attorney and medium for a secret society. All of his ambitions have culminated to him reaching for the position of High Priest of his society as he reaches thirty. However, his ex Rhys also wants the position, and they have had a rocky relationship since they broke up. When David suddenly finds a malevolent demon has entered him, he must reach out to the only person he trusts, Rhys. Rhys and his wife Moira, a powerful witch work together to safe David's life, but find that feelings are starting to build and must figure out how to untwist their relationships.
This was definitely a very character forward book that really focuses on the development and feelings of all three main characters. Due to that, it was a little tough for me to become interested at first, but over time the book definitely won me over and I was invested. The pacing felt relatively slow at first and also tended to pick up and slow down throughout the book. The setting itself was atmospheric and very urban, with a dash of paranormal and witchiness. In this world, the paranormal is quite real and people have many different skills regarding that, whether that is seances, evocation of sprints, intuition and more.
Again, the characters here are just absolutely amazing, and the way that the author writes them just wins over your heart. David is a bit of an asshole, but he truly does care about Rhys and grows to truly care for Moira. He's just a lonely guy who has struggled with his upbringing and has to learn to trust others. Rhys is just someone who is so determined to protect those that he loves and Moira is the true sunshine in this book. All three of them really complement each other and the way that they support each other and grow with each other was beautiful.
It is a polyamorous relationship, but I believe that Moira and David are more platonic, but do love each other. I love how comfortable the book depicts their relationship and how seamlessly they are able to be with each other. The book didn't end with everything resolved, so I am interested to see how they will continue to grow. I'm excited for the sequel!
Thank you to Angry Robot Books and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!