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myinvinciblesummer's review
This book was so cheesy and poorly written. There was SO much time spent on details about the FMC’s chinchilla. For some reason the author included Second Life looking “pictures” that were sent in the characters text thread, but they were basically video game cartoons, which is such a bizarre choice.
What finally made me call it was this
“The second one came back down the stairs, and his hood fell off as he walked up to us. Holy fuck. He was… part dog? He had long ears, a short snout, and his skin wasn't skin at all, it was short fur. He was also adorable, in that way that dogs were, yet somehow sexy at the same time.”
Nope. Not for me. Hard pass.
What finally made me call it was this
“The second one came back down the stairs, and his hood fell off as he walked up to us. Holy fuck. He was… part dog? He had long ears, a short snout, and his skin wasn't skin at all, it was short fur. He was also adorable, in that way that dogs were, yet somehow sexy at the same time.”
Nope. Not for me. Hard pass.
radiansreads's review
3.0
Got this on SYKD (I’ll try to be vague and gloss over major spoilers).
I thought this was another revenge demon romance and was lowkey excited because hello?? Revenge demons are fun. Apparently I was wrong. The first half of the book went pretty well I’d say; our FMC had some tragic backstory that resulted in a deep rooted self esteem issues that put simply just hinders her own romantic relationship. She texted the wrong number and ended up befriending a stranger for the next couple of months. She sent him pictures as her confidence and self worth grew. Up to that point everything went just fine. Then something happened, her life was suddenly in terrible danger and instead of one man coming to her rescue, it was a trio of paranormal creatures.
At this point if you didn’t check tags you would get whiplash because BAM— you’re suddenly reading whychoose romance. The MMCs were a band of generic RH characters: (1) the overprotective brood aka The Leader; (2) the flirt; and (3) the quiet shy one. Now this was where things get wonky. First of all we didn’t get a single whiff of possible RH route in the story only to find our curvy FMC as the filling of a demonic onigiri. Secondly, remember how she’s also in life-or-death situation? Yeah somehow all they’re doing was hook up in public establishments all the while our FMC was still battling her own issues with commitment. She was going through things — we get it — but so are we! Somehow the plot got lost in the wind as we try to establish a solid connection for the harem. Going back to the FMC-in-threatening-situation thing, I simply think she herself forgot she was in danger because she did the one thing someone in her situation would be dumb enough to do. That’s the only reason why we got that cliffhanger ending.
In a way it’s a good strategy, we’re left wondering when everyone’s going to remember to return to the plot and actually get things done for the HEA. I’m half glad this is a duet because that means our harem will come back to their senses. (Also, the book’s called Monster’s Bride but unless I missed a whole novella, there’s no bride thing going on so perhaps in book two?)
I thought this was another revenge demon romance and was lowkey excited because hello?? Revenge demons are fun. Apparently I was wrong. The first half of the book went pretty well I’d say; our FMC had some tragic backstory that resulted in a deep rooted self esteem issues that put simply just hinders her own romantic relationship. She texted the wrong number and ended up befriending a stranger for the next couple of months. She sent him pictures as her confidence and self worth grew. Up to that point everything went just fine. Then something happened, her life was suddenly in terrible danger and instead of one man coming to her rescue, it was a trio of paranormal creatures.
At this point if you didn’t check tags you would get whiplash because BAM— you’re suddenly reading whychoose romance. The MMCs were a band of generic RH characters: (1) the overprotective brood aka The Leader; (2) the flirt; and (3) the quiet shy one. Now this was where things get wonky. First of all we didn’t get a single whiff of possible RH route in the story only to find our curvy FMC as the filling of a demonic onigiri. Secondly, remember how she’s also in life-or-death situation? Yeah somehow all they’re doing was hook up in public establishments all the while our FMC was still battling her own issues with commitment. She was going through things — we get it — but so are we! Somehow the plot got lost in the wind as we try to establish a solid connection for the harem. Going back to the FMC-in-threatening-situation thing, I simply think she herself forgot she was in danger because she did the one thing someone in her situation would be dumb enough to do. That’s the only reason why we got that cliffhanger ending.
In a way it’s a good strategy, we’re left wondering when everyone’s going to remember to return to the plot and actually get things done for the HEA. I’m half glad this is a duet because that means our harem will come back to their senses. (Also, the book’s called Monster’s Bride but unless I missed a whole novella, there’s no bride thing going on so perhaps in book two?)
crystal_bookworm's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
niccy_beth's review
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-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? Yes
4.5
hariboreads's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
5.0
Wow, I am hooked! This story just grips you from the start. It’s a slow burn but I loved how she builds on her relationship and it doesn’t feel rushed but the anticipation is still there. Love how all the characters have their insecurities and flaws and the whole thing is so well written. A testament that nice guys don’t always finish last 😍
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Violence, Sexual assault, Death of parent, Fatphobia, Domestic abuse, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Rape
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