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saf_k's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
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
4.5
amimafotak's review against another edition
3.0
3-3,5/5
Ze začátku to bylo super - atmosférické, takové hezky temné a strašidelné. Jen mi přišlo, že potom se ta původní myšlenka trochu rozplynula a začalo to být víc low-stake, než by se mi líbilo
Ze začátku to bylo super - atmosférické, takové hezky temné a strašidelné. Jen mi přišlo, že potom se ta původní myšlenka trochu rozplynula a začalo to být víc low-stake, než by se mi líbilo
elizzabeth96's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
reading_bear22's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Classism, Child abuse, Abandonment, Violence, and Death of parent
kellyvanboom's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
cobaltbookshelf's review
4.0
Lauren Blackwood took elements of the story of Jane Eyre and managed to turn it into cursed house mystery. And I can safely say that even if you have never read Jane Eyre, you can still wholeheartedly enjoy this book.
Andromeda, her character is an absolute treasure, she was smart and brave- it was hard to not love her. As her and Magnus spend more and more together they develop quite relationship, while many spooky and mysterious things are happening at his house. I enjoyed his character a lot s well.
I loved the romantic element in this book, I thought the growth of the romance was organic and sweet and believable.
This was so expertly woven! And the dark feelings and vibes throughout really makes this such a unique and amazing reading experience.
If you’re looking for Gothic romance that funny, with an addictive plot and fantastic characterizations, look no further.
ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Andromeda, her character is an absolute treasure, she was smart and brave- it was hard to not love her. As her and Magnus spend more and more together they develop quite relationship, while many spooky and mysterious things are happening at his house. I enjoyed his character a lot s well.
I loved the romantic element in this book, I thought the growth of the romance was organic and sweet and believable.
This was so expertly woven! And the dark feelings and vibes throughout really makes this such a unique and amazing reading experience.
If you’re looking for Gothic romance that funny, with an addictive plot and fantastic characterizations, look no further.
ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
veganheathen's review
3.0
I both liked and disliked this book. Apparently, it’s a retelling of Jane Eyre, but I haven’t read that so I have no frame of reference.
Firstly, things I liked: Andromeda is a strong, independent woman of colour who is finding her own way in the world. She is full of strength and perseverance and so much optimism even though she’s lived a very hard life. I really enjoyed the supernatural elements of this book. The debtera and their amulets are great fun and so very interesting.
Dislikes: Magnus is a petulant child and so obnoxious. He’s spoiled, soft and entitled and does not seem like someone Andi would want a romantic relationship with in my opinion. He assumes too much and Andi lets him, which is the type of behaviour often indicative of a future abuser. I feel like they would have been better off as forging a strong friendship. Jember is horrible and incredibly abusive and often gaslights. Andi almost seems to have a bit of Stockholm Syndrome. It’s awful. His romantic arc is also worthy of many heavy sighs and eye rolls.
Honestly, I didn’t know this book would have all these romantic tones to everything, which I don’t typically enjoy. It was a quick read and I enjoyed most of it, though.
Firstly, things I liked: Andromeda is a strong, independent woman of colour who is finding her own way in the world. She is full of strength and perseverance and so much optimism even though she’s lived a very hard life. I really enjoyed the supernatural elements of this book. The debtera and their amulets are great fun and so very interesting.
Dislikes: Magnus is a petulant child and so obnoxious. He’s spoiled, soft and entitled and does not seem like someone Andi would want a romantic relationship with in my opinion. He assumes too much and Andi lets him, which is the type of behaviour often indicative of a future abuser. I feel like they would have been better off as forging a strong friendship. Jember is horrible and incredibly abusive and often gaslights. Andi almost seems to have a bit of Stockholm Syndrome. It’s awful. His romantic arc is also worthy of many heavy sighs and eye rolls.
Honestly, I didn’t know this book would have all these romantic tones to everything, which I don’t typically enjoy. It was a quick read and I enjoyed most of it, though.
b4d3m's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75