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lala_00's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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? Yes
4.0
belindaclemons_123's review against another edition
5.0
My Goodness Ethan and Emma have upped the ante in this book one fighting on the dark side Emma as the White Rose the other Ethan on the light side who is hunting the White Rose for making trouble for him trying to restore his honor after the debacle of the Kings Contest.. But Emma is only doing it to save Ethan. With Ethan's evil cousin and his even more awful mate trying to take the throne will Emma and Ethan save the Realm and take the throne together.
reddjena's review against another edition
4.0
Having listened to and reviewed the first audiobook in this series, I was approached by the author to do the same with book two. I can honestly say that I enjoyed this one more than book one! The author, Megan, does an excellent job developing the POV narrators as well as secondary characters. We learn a bit more about the history and lore of the fae, which is becoming increasingly important as the ensemble moves toward their fate.
Megan does an amazing job developing diversity through physical ailments such as amputation of a limb and an immune disorder as well as addressing mental issues like eating disorders. I found it refreshing that these issues are important and treated with respect but also aren’t exoticized either. While not “normal”, they were woven into the story with care and articulation, making them seamless.
Megan also does a great job invoking emotional attachment in the reader as I found myself ranging from frustration with characters, scared for them, and hating their choices. The emotional investment flowed well with the story’s pacing, and I find myself wondering what happens next for our group of friends.
One last thing, the dual narrators, Kim Reiko and Maxx Pinkins, did a great job performing and invoking depth to the story. I will say that I don’t personally care for Maxx’s “girl” voice, but I’m pretty sure that is just a me thing. I look forward to returning to this world again soon!
Megan does an amazing job developing diversity through physical ailments such as amputation of a limb and an immune disorder as well as addressing mental issues like eating disorders. I found it refreshing that these issues are important and treated with respect but also aren’t exoticized either. While not “normal”, they were woven into the story with care and articulation, making them seamless.
Megan also does a great job invoking emotional attachment in the reader as I found myself ranging from frustration with characters, scared for them, and hating their choices. The emotional investment flowed well with the story’s pacing, and I find myself wondering what happens next for our group of friends.
One last thing, the dual narrators, Kim Reiko and Maxx Pinkins, did a great job performing and invoking depth to the story. I will say that I don’t personally care for Maxx’s “girl” voice, but I’m pretty sure that is just a me thing. I look forward to returning to this world again soon!
tarora's review against another edition
5.0
Oh my....she does it again. Megan took me on a rollercoaster of an adventure with the second installment of the series. I didn't expect the plot twists that just kept coming! Beautifully written and detailed and I just want more! I loved the character development of Prince Ethan, and can't wait to see if he continues to change in the next book. Emma makes me feel like she's the underdog (even though she isn't!) that we all want to succeed and win at the end. The creatures are unbelievable as they draw breath from the book, and I wish they (ok, not all) were real. It would definitely be neat to see them come to life on the big screen. Regardless, props to another fantastically written book that leaves me wanting more of this universe.
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