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moostie1's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Death, Torture, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal death, Sexual content, and Kidnapping
Minor: Vomit
marionlundqvist's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child death, Confinement, Deadnaming, Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Slavery, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Excrement, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Alcohol, War, and Injury/Injury detail
lindsinmco's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
Graphic: Animal death, Body horror, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Torture, Violence, and Murder
kittkat's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
ohne tiktok hype und süpps approval bin ich mir nicht sicher, ob ich nach 150 seiten weitergelesen hätte…
ABER ja das ende war schon viiiel lebhafter und spannender. ich hatte meinen spaß und es war duechweg easy zu lesen. gute unterhaltung auch für zwischendurch, wenn man noch eine hausarbeit schreiben muss und eigentlich keine zeit hat 🌝.
ich muss aber auch sagen… es war INSANE!! wie oft verschiedene charaktere erbrochen haben. definitiv trigger warnung, mir wurde schon öfter selbst schlecht 🤧.
Graphic: Body horror, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Murder, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal death and Slavery
Minor: Genocide, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent, Colonisation, and War
sxfya's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Death, Blood, and Colonisation
Moderate: Bullying, Confinement, Drug use, Genocide, Racism, Slavery, Suicide, Torture, Violence, Vomit, Grief, Murder, War, Classism, and Deportation
Minor: Animal death, Cursing, and Alcohol
faysalbasil's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Graphic: Violence and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal death and Sexual content
srlee14's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Animal death and Death
Moderate: Gore
misspeachii's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Death, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Sexual content and Torture
Minor: Animal death, Child death, Slavery, Vomit, and Death of parent
petra333's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
3.25
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Gore, Physical abuse, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal death, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Vomit, Alcohol, War, and Classism
Minor: Excrement, Kidnapping, Stalking, and Death of parent
sweetheart_ok's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
I finally got to A Court of Thorns and Roses in my TBR pile, and it honored the hype. This is my first book by Sarah J. Maas, and she didn't disappoint. I had read the synopsis to my high school students over the years, so I was excited about the fantasy aspect plus learning more about the fae world, which I have limited experience with to date.
The story follows Feyre (Fay-ruh) as she struggles to survive in the human during a harsh winter with an unappreciative family who seems more of a burden than a blessing. Feyre makes the life-altering decision to kill one of the hated fae, and the consequences are more than she bargains for. She is forced to live with the fae forever, dragged there by Tamlin, a High Fae and lord of one of the courts. What follows is a look into this unknown world and the dangers it poses. As she gets used to living there for the rest of her life, Feyre begins to realize there is more the place than she originally thought. She also begins to realize that this world is in trouble from a ruthless enemy, and she may just the human to help them, if she can get past her bias to trust Tamlin.
Maas does a great job of depicting character complexities and developing relationships. She illustrates the fae world and exposes the readers to the nuances of this fantasy world. The action peppers in throughout the plot to create senses of dangers and novelty. The plot is exciting and satisfying with a diverse cast of characters. The activities under the mountain, and particularly the spectacular climax, are by far my favorite moments of the story. I chuckled at the witty banter, commiserated with Feyre's misery, cheered her on during the dangerous parts, and shook my fist at her enemies with venom in my veins.
What didn't work for me was the tight-lipped approach of Tamlin and his court. I have a hard time believing that this type of behavior would inspire trust in a guest. I also noticed that Feyre's development is murky and sometimes far-fetched. Having Feyre work through some of her personal growth in a more detailed, step-by-step manner may have helped us understand some of her choices.
Romantasy lovers must add ACOTAR to your TBR pile - you won't be disappointed. Fair warning that it contains some smut, though the level in this book is probably a 3 out of 10. If you like fantasy, action, adventure, strong female leads, and romance, give it a shot.
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Torture, Violence, Blood, Sexual harassment, and Classism
Minor: Animal death and Abandonment