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beckyremillard's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Blood, Death, Murder, and Sexual content
kristilarsen's review against another edition
dark
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
pwp and it was perfect
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Sexual content, and Violence
Moderate: Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, and Death
hapalyn's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
While the preface does say it’s not a literary masterpiece and won’t have great plot, I think the pacing of this book was somewhat criminal. If it had been fleshed out better, and the character relationships had more chemistry it would’ve been a better read. If there's going to be no plot (which lots of good books don't have btw!) then at LEAST write the characters well - or even DECENTLY.
And by that I mean the first 25%(?) was about the characters growing up and a one-sided pen pal situation. I think the characters' personalities could've shined more if there was mutual writing or just more scenes from youth. The miscommunication was kind of chaotic, and the resolutions were honestly unhinged in an "this gives me the ick" way. The side characters' were certainly there just nothing important... besides Ora, who is just an archetype for delusional crazy girl who wants the MMC.
I think that all of the characters would be interesting if they had a chance to shine with some more interactions, build-up, tension that makes sense....., and healthy conflict. I'm just baffled at the entire thing really. And their ages... whew... "25" but make it mentally 16. The entire thing felt off.
Also it was personally too sexual for me (which is fine if the rest of the book held up lol), especially given the insta-love and lack of chemistry. It just made it not feel like genuine attraction (on top of the fact that I don't think we got almost any character description of the MMC besides "HE'S HUGE!!!"). I think if the author had sat for about five more minutes she would’ve been able to be a bit more creative with the work, and it would’ve been more immersive and interesting let alone tolerable.
I found this book through the author's Instagram reel advertising it, and I expected something sweet with some angst and morally gray, but it was just a weird (somewhat creepy) obsessive and flat read.
And by that I mean the first 25%(?) was about the characters growing up and a one-sided pen pal situation. I think the characters' personalities could've shined more if there was mutual writing or just more scenes from youth. The miscommunication was kind of chaotic, and the resolutions were honestly unhinged in an "this gives me the ick" way. The side characters' were certainly there just nothing important... besides Ora, who is just an archetype for delusional crazy girl who wants the MMC.
I think that all of the characters would be interesting if they had a chance to shine with some more interactions, build-up, tension that makes sense....., and healthy conflict. I'm just baffled at the entire thing really. And their ages... whew... "25" but make it mentally 16. The entire thing felt off.
Also it was personally too sexual for me (which is fine if the rest of the book held up lol), especially given the insta-love and lack of chemistry. It just made it not feel like genuine attraction (on top of the fact that I don't think we got almost any character description of the MMC besides "HE'S HUGE!!!"). I think if the author had sat for about five more minutes she would’ve been able to be a bit more creative with the work, and it would’ve been more immersive and interesting let alone tolerable.
I found this book through the author's Instagram reel advertising it, and I expected something sweet with some angst and morally gray, but it was just a weird (somewhat creepy) obsessive and flat read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Blood, and Murder
Minor: Torture and Sexual harassment
For the Murder/Torture tags:hellxriver's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Blood, Sexual content, and Death of parent
jenminicricket's review
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Summary Review:
This book is probably for someone who enjoys fantasy romance with a touch of darkness. It’s a quick read with a simplistic writing style and a relatively small cast of main characters for most of the book. There is explicit sexual scenes depicted on the page and some amputation/death.
More In-depth Review:
This book is nice for a reading slump. While I personally think the book was just okay, it was easy to read and had limited world building which helped me finish my first book in months.
However, the writing is very simple. The diction is elementary and the writing style is very tell not show. Most of the plot twists I was able to figure out at the beginning of the book. The beginning of the book was slow and drawn out. It lead me to believe there was going to be a big climactic point of conflict in the novel, but it never quite got there. I had a ton of anticipation, but most conflicts were trivial arguments that were resolved in a handful of pages. Even the final conflict of the novel was quickly resolved with practically no consequences.
This novel has dark elements, but the mmc didn’t really give off lethal. There was a lot of threatening to murder people and no actual murdering happening (from both the mmc and fmc). He gave off arrogant and petulant child that resource guards.
Based on the acknowledgments at the end of the book it does appear that it is the first in a series focusing on the world presented in the book. So I believe the world will be more fleshed out in those most likely.
Overall:
While this book isn’t ranked in my top notch novels. I don’t regret reading it. It was the perfect book to get me out of the reading slump that I was in. It was mostly easy to follow and had enough intrigue to keep me coming back to it. I do have complaints about the plot holes and writing style, so I most likely won’t complete this series. However, I am appreciative to this author for all the work and effort she put into the book.
This book is probably for someone who enjoys fantasy romance with a touch of darkness. It’s a quick read with a simplistic writing style and a relatively small cast of main characters for most of the book. There is explicit sexual scenes depicted on the page and some amputation/death.
More In-depth Review:
This book is nice for a reading slump. While I personally think the book was just okay, it was easy to read and had limited world building which helped me finish my first book in months.
However, the writing is very simple. The diction is elementary and the writing style is very tell not show. Most of the plot twists I was able to figure out at the beginning of the book. The beginning of the book was slow and drawn out. It lead me to believe there was going to be a big climactic point of conflict in the novel, but it never quite got there. I had a ton of anticipation, but most conflicts were trivial arguments that were resolved in a handful of pages. Even the final conflict of the novel was quickly resolved with practically no consequences.
This novel has dark elements, but the mmc didn’t really give off lethal. There was a lot of threatening to murder people and no actual murdering happening (from both the mmc and fmc). He gave off arrogant and petulant child that resource guards.
Based on the acknowledgments at the end of the book it does appear that it is the first in a series focusing on the world presented in the book. So I believe the world will be more fleshed out in those most likely.
Overall:
While this book isn’t ranked in my top notch novels. I don’t regret reading it. It was the perfect book to get me out of the reading slump that I was in. It was mostly easy to follow and had enough intrigue to keep me coming back to it. I do have complaints about the plot holes and writing style, so I most likely won’t complete this series. However, I am appreciative to this author for all the work and effort she put into the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Stalking
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Blood, Death of parent, Death, and Murder
mizfitzkay's review
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
If I can give a 10 I would.
Definitely a nice, light hearted, fast-paced, no crazy plot driven story. It was a nice palette cleanse after all the books I’ve read.
Definitely a nice, light hearted, fast-paced, no crazy plot driven story. It was a nice palette cleanse after all the books I’ve read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death, Murder, Cursing, Death of parent, and Medical content
bibliomania's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Blood, Death, Sexual content, and Murder
Moderate: Grief and Death of parent
Minor: War
haley_jay's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
5⭐️
4🌶️
I love a when a character is so in love they become just a feral, unhinged creature in the name of their beloved. This book is “touch her and you die” but like, they actually die lol.
This book is a quick read. It’s described as a long novella or a short novel, and I would agree. I read it in less than 24 hours and that wasn’t super difficult for me on a busy weekend.
We have the fae, we have fated mates, we have long distance, we have mistaken identity, we have morally black, and we have the dumbest boy who you just want to lick. This book is quite possibly perfect. AND AN EPILOGUE SEVEN YEARS IN THE FUTURE?! Get the paddles cause my heart just gave out. I love it all.
This is definitely a ✨vibes✨ book. Their relationship is basically the whole plot, and honestly I’m not mad at it. It’s a super interesting concept and there’s enough twisty turnies to keep you on your toes.
4🌶️
I love a when a character is so in love they become just a feral, unhinged creature in the name of their beloved. This book is “touch her and you die” but like, they actually die lol.
This book is a quick read. It’s described as a long novella or a short novel, and I would agree. I read it in less than 24 hours and that wasn’t super difficult for me on a busy weekend.
We have the fae, we have fated mates, we have long distance, we have mistaken identity, we have morally black, and we have the dumbest boy who you just want to lick. This book is quite possibly perfect. AND AN EPILOGUE SEVEN YEARS IN THE FUTURE?! Get the paddles cause my heart just gave out. I love it all.
This is definitely a ✨vibes✨ book. Their relationship is basically the whole plot, and honestly I’m not mad at it. It’s a super interesting concept and there’s enough twisty turnies to keep you on your toes.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Blood, and Murder
obviouspseudonym's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A very fun little read! Definitely over the top, so if you're looking for realism, this probably isn't the book for you. But if you want a fun little escapist adventure, look no further.
My only gripe is that the writing could feel a little stilted at times. This could especially be felt at big emotional moments where the writer is trying to convey something, but ended up falling a little short. However, it wasn't anything atrocious, just a small complaint.
My only gripe is that the writing could feel a little stilted at times. This could especially be felt at big emotional moments where the writer is trying to convey something, but ended up falling a little short. However, it wasn't anything atrocious, just a small complaint.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Abandonment, and Blood
Moderate: Violence and War
folkofthebook's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? No
4.0
a cute fun, silly, sexy fae romantasy to cleanse your palate between denser reads. plenty of well-enjoyed tropes in their w fated mates, possesive hero, familiars, secret identities, etc. i had a lot of good chuckles reading this and it's super fast to get through.
i really liked that the author had very sex-positive scenes that also had a mmc who was knowledgeable in safe sex practices and considerate of his partner, while also still being titillating.
bonus point for a nb side character! (not explicitly stated, but uses they/them pronouns)
it's not complex, but the author says so herself and i got the fun ride i wanted out of it. i'd check out the rest of the series when they drop.
i really liked that the author had very sex-positive scenes that also had a mmc who was knowledgeable in safe sex practices and considerate of his partner, while also still being titillating.
bonus point for a nb side character! (not explicitly stated, but uses they/them pronouns)
it's not complex, but the author says so herself and i got the fun ride i wanted out of it. i'd check out the rest of the series when they drop.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Death and Blood
Minor: Death of parent