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moonpiereads56's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed the characters, their dynamic and the world the story takes place in. TW for slavery, rape and abuse.
thea_maarup's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This is not just smut in a cover, there is some serious world building and politics at play. I'm pleasantly surprised and impressed by the author.
krln's review against another edition
2.0
stopped like halfway through, ive read it gets better in the next books and i might come back to it, but slavery isnt really that romantic to me
(but if anybody whose first language isnt english wants to read it but doesnt know if the language isnt too complicated-dont worry, theres always some words but you get them from the context)
(but if anybody whose first language isnt english wants to read it but doesnt know if the language isnt too complicated-dont worry, theres always some words but you get them from the context)
jaycie_90's review against another edition
5.0
Damen is a warrior prince who is heir to the throne of Akielos. With a horrendous plan, Damen is betrayed by his half-brother. He is then sold to the neighboring kingdom Vere as an enslaved person, with his true identity hidden. The Vere kingdom is run by the regent holding the throne until his nephew Laurent, the heir of Vere, is old enough to take his rightful place. However, Laurent is proven day by day to be irresponsible. But soon, Damen learns at the Vere kingdom that nothing is as it seems.
What’s not to like? Heroines, villains, sword fighting, wicked and courageous plans to conquer kingdoms, and a slow-burn romance. With all my tropes rolled into one, it’s bound to be a gem. If you liked the series Scarlet and the White Wolf by Kirby Crow, you would likely enjoy this immensely.
What’s not to like? Heroines, villains, sword fighting, wicked and courageous plans to conquer kingdoms, and a slow-burn romance. With all my tropes rolled into one, it’s bound to be a gem. If you liked the series Scarlet and the White Wolf by Kirby Crow, you would likely enjoy this immensely.
nicnicreads's review against another edition
3.5
The whole first book feels like a prologue of sorts and I have to admit that I share the same mixed feelings with Damen about the princeling, Laurent. 3.5 gold cuffs/5 BECAUSE WHY HAVEN’T THEY KISSED YET JK
mosssboy's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
2.0
Was expecting a lot since so many people loved this but found it incredibly boring and flat. May read the next one to see if it gets better but pretty disappointing. I was expecting it to be super dark but skips over or eludes to things more than anything.
moll_ereads's review against another edition
4.0
Omg SO good!!! Cant believe ive put this off for so long! Dont want to give the full 5 because this book does have a very setup/introductory feel but i am INVESTED. I am SAT.
issyharvey's review against another edition
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Trafficking, Slavery, Sexual violence, Injury/Injury detail, Rape, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Confinement, Injury/Injury detail, Pedophilia, Violence, Murder, Blood, and Sexual content
Minor: Death, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Animal death, Incest, Miscarriage, War, Abortion, Animal cruelty, and Torture
bingiebongie's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5