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maddydactyl's review
3.0
The world building in this book was super fascinating and I'd have loved to see more of the world at large. Most of this book is spent in spicy scenes with some plot scattered haphazardly around, which y'know I'm a big fan of. Deducted stars for me not specifically caring about the characters and for no sword crossing.
chevygirl253's review
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
annettebooksofhopeanddreams's review
4.0
When I was offered an arc for this book I think I changed my answer at least three times. I first thought this wasn't gonna be for me. Then I started doubting because so far I liked Caulder's books a lot. Then I wasn't too sure again because Marstens and I aren't always a good mix. And then I eventually decided to give it a go and to see what it would get me. After all, if I discover the book isn't for me I can always simply not finish it, right?
Although I was quite right that this book is different from the books I usually prefer, I'm one of those rare people reading reverse harem, but not reading it for the smut, I actually enjoyed this book quite a lot and certainly a lot more than I feared! And that's mostly because the writing of this book is amazingly well done. I was sucked into the story and I just couldn't stop reading. The story was addictive, the story was fun and there was even more plot than I expected!
I also quite liked how the first chapter, even though it's only one chapter, told us all we needed to know about the world above, the situation our heroine was in and what was going on. Some people need countless of words to build their world, but these authors managed to build it without info-dumps and without endlessly long descriptions. And they repeated the process again with the world below, the world of the monsters.
The journey of the heroine is also quite amazing. I have to admit that at times things go a little fast, but everything that happened fitted the characters. Where the focus in the beginning is on the bond between the heroine and her monsters, it's clear that the focus slowly shifts towards the more political aspect of the book. And it's quite clear the authors really thought about all of this quite well! Just like they clearly picked the right heroine for this story.
I'd love to read more books set in this world!
Although I was quite right that this book is different from the books I usually prefer, I'm one of those rare people reading reverse harem, but not reading it for the smut, I actually enjoyed this book quite a lot and certainly a lot more than I feared! And that's mostly because the writing of this book is amazingly well done. I was sucked into the story and I just couldn't stop reading. The story was addictive, the story was fun and there was even more plot than I expected!
I also quite liked how the first chapter, even though it's only one chapter, told us all we needed to know about the world above, the situation our heroine was in and what was going on. Some people need countless of words to build their world, but these authors managed to build it without info-dumps and without endlessly long descriptions. And they repeated the process again with the world below, the world of the monsters.
The journey of the heroine is also quite amazing. I have to admit that at times things go a little fast, but everything that happened fitted the characters. Where the focus in the beginning is on the bond between the heroine and her monsters, it's clear that the focus slowly shifts towards the more political aspect of the book. And it's quite clear the authors really thought about all of this quite well! Just like they clearly picked the right heroine for this story.
I'd love to read more books set in this world!
whatthekink's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
0.25
the_sugared_bookworm's review
5.0
A must read for all Monster lovers!
Wow!! From start to finish, I couldn't put it down. I had so many questions and was so curious, and it was not a let down. Not only was the story engaging, but holy hotness! Whew, it got hot and steamy! Loved it and want more!!
Wow!! From start to finish, I couldn't put it down. I had so many questions and was so curious, and it was not a let down. Not only was the story engaging, but holy hotness! Whew, it got hot and steamy! Loved it and want more!!
psydneigh's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
Why choose monster romance.
Wish the story had focused on Sera ruling instead of the lead up, but overall it was an enjoyable easy read
Wish the story had focused on Sera ruling instead of the lead up, but overall it was an enjoyable easy read
Content Warnings
Moderate: War and Death
holly1345's review
5.0
This book is scorching in all the ways with a amazing plot and great charecters, sere is a amazing FMC and she is perfect she has sass and can stand on her own with needing to rely on anyone, her men are amazing and sooo perfectly crazy, I love the plot on this one it flows so well and keeps you one your toes.