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Court of Serpents and Secrets by Eliza Raine
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved this entire series, I’m so glad I wasn’t deterred by a few cynical reviews I’d seen.
It was intriguing how Mazriths quest for power inevitably entwined with Reynas quest for her identity. They needed each other to survive. The tumultuous way they fell in love & accepted one another’s light & darkness, was the key all along. It was lovely to follow two tortured souls find themselves through belief and trust in each other.
Reynas character was loveable in the end but, she was a real pain in the ass to start with. I adored how the more Mazriths secrets were peeled away, the more enchanting he became. His character deserved the inner peace & acceptance he’d always needed.
This last part of the series kept its fast pace & constant intrigue. It was suspenseful to the very last page. I devoured it in 2 nights because, it was an easy read that constantly built memento. It was simply unputdownable. Hence, I’ve read the entire series in a week. I was content with the ending, everything was rounded off neatly, without being rushed. Thankfully, there was no cliffhanger.
This was the perfect October read with all things, dark, mysterious and magical.
Court of Monsters and Malice by Eliza Raine
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Another cliff hanger!!! I’m glad all the books are out, I would have hated to wait about and loose momentum. This was another strong book in the series, although, I wonder if the books would’ve been better as one book…
There’s a little more character development for Reyna, which was much needed. She finally admits to being a pain in the ass and is starting to learn how to get out of her own way, instead of hindering their quest with stubbornness and pig headedness every chance she gets.
Getting insight of the ice court was interesting, the authors world building skills are great. She manages to encapsulate the surroundings without slowing the pace of the story.
Reyna and Mazs relationship continues to be passionate and volatile. He falters in this book to keep Reyna at a distance and he is pretty awful to her as a result.
Moving on to the final book tomorrow.
There’s a little more character development for Reyna, which was much needed. She finally admits to being a pain in the ass and is starting to learn how to get out of her own way, instead of hindering their quest with stubbornness and pig headedness every chance she gets.
Getting insight of the ice court was interesting, the authors world building skills are great. She manages to encapsulate the surroundings without slowing the pace of the story.
Reyna and Mazs relationship continues to be passionate and volatile. He falters in this book to keep Reyna at a distance and he is pretty awful to her as a result.
Moving on to the final book tomorrow.
Court of Greed and Gold by Eliza Raine
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This didn’t disappoint, equally as good as the first. Once again, I raced through this in 2 nights, it was very fast paced and hard to put down.
The story dove straight back to the cave where, Maz and Reyna are in major trouble.
Reyna remains very stubborn and almost belligerent, her constant need to fight with words can be infuriating, especially when characters are trying to help her. She’s very hypocritical in book 2, she continues to chastise Maz to stay out of her head, whilst she chooses to keep her visions of him secret. Obviously, this blows up in her face and rightly so.
I still can’t work out what Maz’s end game is and, if he really does have good motives or not. He’s definitely a tortured soul, hurtling towards a dire looking fate, whilst relying on Reynas help.
One thing I’m certain of, is his step mother is barbaric. Hopefully her comeuppance happens pretty soon.
Warning ‼️ = another cliffhanger ending
The story dove straight back to the cave where, Maz and Reyna are in major trouble.
Reyna remains very stubborn and almost belligerent, her constant need to fight with words can be infuriating, especially when characters are trying to help her. She’s very hypocritical in book 2, she continues to chastise Maz to stay out of her head, whilst she chooses to keep her visions of him secret. Obviously, this blows up in her face and rightly so.
I still can’t work out what Maz’s end game is and, if he really does have good motives or not. He’s definitely a tortured soul, hurtling towards a dire looking fate, whilst relying on Reynas help.
One thing I’m certain of, is his step mother is barbaric. Hopefully her comeuppance happens pretty soon.
Warning ‼️ = another cliffhanger ending
Content Warnings
Minor: Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, and Death of parent
Court of Ravens and Ruin by Eliza Raine
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This was a pleasant surprise I stumbled on. I devoured it in 2 days because, the story was constantly evolving at a rapid pace. I found it too hard to put down.
I was skeptical going in to this because, I’d recently read ACOTR series & thought this might be too familiar, or not as good, since I hadn’t heard much buzz around it….WRONG!! So far, the story is exhilarating.
Reyna, is a little annoying, in the way she has to fight absolutely anyone on anything. She just can’t learn to shut her mouth and stop making things worse for herself and her friends. By the end of the book though, I’d gotten used to it and settled in to her characteristics more.
Maz seems as deep as the ocean with a treasure chest stuffed of secrets. I suspect deep down he’s not a bad guy but, maybe he’s too accustomed at playing the villain? Either way, he’s met his match with Reyna.
I’m on to book 2 tomorrow, couldn’t resist with this one ending on a cliff hanger.
Good October read with its dark and menacing aesthetic.
I was skeptical going in to this because, I’d recently read ACOTR series & thought this might be too familiar, or not as good, since I hadn’t heard much buzz around it….WRONG!! So far, the story is exhilarating.
Reyna, is a little annoying, in the way she has to fight absolutely anyone on anything. She just can’t learn to shut her mouth and stop making things worse for herself and her friends. By the end of the book though, I’d gotten used to it and settled in to her characteristics more.
Maz seems as deep as the ocean with a treasure chest stuffed of secrets. I suspect deep down he’s not a bad guy but, maybe he’s too accustomed at playing the villain? Either way, he’s met his match with Reyna.
I’m on to book 2 tomorrow, couldn’t resist with this one ending on a cliff hanger.
Good October read with its dark and menacing aesthetic.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Confinement, Sexual content, Cannibalism, and Injury/Injury detail
Bride by Ali Hazelwood
adventurous
dark
hopeful
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? Yes
5.0
This was a great October choice, it was a little like a grown up “twilight”. I thought the story was rich & the characters were very likeable. It also wasn’t drowning in smut. It had just the right amount of spice & anticipation without overpowering the plot.
Misery was a great character, her sarcasm & wit was endearing. The developing relationship between her & Lowe brought comedy, drama & lust. I was rooting for them to be together from the start. The more they connected with each other, the more they as individuals blossomed. Lowe was exactly the kind of guy every woman deserves…besides the whole wolf thing. I liked that he was strong & protective but never domineering or forceful with Misery. He was a great example of how sexy consent can be.
I really enjoyed this book, exactly for what it is, a supernatural, fantasy. As usual, anything that’s not a classic is slated by many, but I often wonder why these sort of people venture in to this kind of read? Surely after reading the blurb nobodies really expecting it to be a “Pride & prejudice”?
I completed this book in 2/3 days, it was a very easy read & i know it’ll become another comfort read.
Darkness There: Selected Tales by Edgar Allan Poe by Edgar Allan Poe
challenging
dark
mysterious
3.75
I loved my first experience with kindle in motion. The colours were haunting and the illustrations were dark and beautiful.
Initially, I just wanted to reread ‘The Raven’ but, I enjoyed most of the other stories. I would have loved to have seen my favourite “Annabel Lee” illustrated by M.S. Corley.
Edgar Allan Poe possessed a natural born talent for lamenting all things dark and sinister, which i’ve been drawn to since my angsty teenage years, when I read my favourite quote of his -
“And so being young
and dipped in folly
I fell in love
with melancholy “
Overall, a very aesthetically pleasing book for October.
Initially, I just wanted to reread ‘The Raven’ but, I enjoyed most of the other stories. I would have loved to have seen my favourite “Annabel Lee” illustrated by M.S. Corley.
Edgar Allan Poe possessed a natural born talent for lamenting all things dark and sinister, which i’ve been drawn to since my angsty teenage years, when I read my favourite quote of his -
“And so being young
and dipped in folly
I fell in love
with melancholy “
Overall, a very aesthetically pleasing book for October.
The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This was a warm, cosy read, exactly what I needed to end my reading slump of a few weeks now.
The romance is very cliche, but in reality isn’t this why most of us read these sort of books…? to make up for how starved of true romance we really are….?
The autumnal setting made this a lovely October read. It had that comfort to it, that shows like: Gilmore girls, Virgin River and Firefly lane have.
I liked the main character Jeanie, she was loveable, messy and completely relatable. The way she rescued her new cat Casper, was very cute.
I liked Logan too, he had his baggage but underneath it all he was caring and kind with good intentions.
Overall, a quick and easy read, perfect for autumn vibes.
The romance is very cliche, but in reality isn’t this why most of us read these sort of books…? to make up for how starved of true romance we really are….?
The autumnal setting made this a lovely October read. It had that comfort to it, that shows like: Gilmore girls, Virgin River and Firefly lane have.
I liked the main character Jeanie, she was loveable, messy and completely relatable. The way she rescued her new cat Casper, was very cute.
I liked Logan too, he had his baggage but underneath it all he was caring and kind with good intentions.
Overall, a quick and easy read, perfect for autumn vibes.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Vomit, and Death of parent
Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Poor Clytemnestra, what a tortured soul. Forced by men to live a life of loss, brutality and grief. All she is left with, is her vengeance. She is intensely brave, strong willed and loving. She fiercely loves her siblings and children. I commend her for always supporting and loving her sister Helen, to me, it seemed Helen was the catalyst to all of Clytemnestras struggles. Had Helen refused Menalus as she was asked to do, perhaps Clytemnestra would have lived happily with her own little family.
If anything, this story reminds me how cruel life can be and that our actions, always have consequences for us & those around us.
If anything, this story reminds me how cruel life can be and that our actions, always have consequences for us & those around us.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Child death, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Violence, Murder, Pregnancy, Sexual harassment, and War
Summer by Edith Wharton
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
Considering this novel was first published in 1917 much of its themes are relatively similar to today’s ongoing struggles. It’s still a man’s world, women are still treated as second class citizens & when it comes to women’s bodily autonomy…somehow men still control that too.
I had read somewhere this book was Wharton’s most erotic novel written but even the most prudish amongst us would struggle to find anything more salacious than a few sexual innuendos.
I had read somewhere this book was Wharton’s most erotic novel written but even the most prudish amongst us would struggle to find anything more salacious than a few sexual innuendos.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Infidelity, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Abortion, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Alcohol