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germieworm'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
4.25
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Gore, Mental illness, Violence, Murder, and War
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Sexual content
haleyrayreads'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: Sexual content and Violence
Moderate: Child death, Death, Genocide, and Misogyny
dalek_caan'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? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, Death, Genocide, Gore, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, War, and Injury/Injury detail
csantos's review against another edition
I don’t want to say that AK Mulford ripped another author off , because I know that artists are inspired by others they respect, admire, etc. but the
There were some sweet moments, likable characters, and a promising premise, but it all fell flat. I just didn’t believe that the stakes were as high as Mulford was trying to convince us. I did not believe the romantic or platonic connections were there with the characters. I can’t bring myself to care how this story ends. Bottom line:this author spent a lot of time telling us these relationships and stakes exist, but did little to make the reader believe or care.
Props for diversity in race, gender, and sexuality. That was the only thing that didn’t seem forced and it was believable for the characters.
Graphic: Genocide and Violence
aseel_reads'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
3.0
The only thing I like is LITERALLY every other character (besides hale) and I do like the world. I'm hoping that the next books are going to better
2023: 3.75/5 ⭐
This was sold to me as: a properly diverse acotar novel and it pretty much delivered. Very easy to read, fun times, not too deep or profound
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Child death, Death, Genocide, Hate crime, Slavery, Torture, Violence, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
apersonfromflorida'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? No
3.75
Graphic: Genocide, Sexual content, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, and War
Minor: Child death and Vomit
liliana_b'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? No
4.0
Graphic: Child death, Genocide, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
gattolinos_nerdy_nook'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? No
4.0
I was intrigued by not only the characters but the world that has been created. The history alone that we learn in book one makes me want to pick up a history book of the world. I also liked how the courts are different in their cultures rather than types of magic they use as is common in fae books. It made the world feel more alive.
I adore Remy and Hale's relationship and interactions. They were just so fun. I thought all the side characters were good and had intriguing plot lines that I hope we explore with the other books in the series. I cannot wait to continue with the series and explore more of the world.
Graphic: Death, Sexual content, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Genocide, Torture, and War
Minor: Body horror, Child death, and Death of parent
rhi_'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.0
Moderate: Death, Genocide, Gore, Sexual content, Blood, Murder, and War
Minor: Confinement, Kidnapping, and Death of parent
nikkisbooknook'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? No
4.5
All your favourite fantasy figures are represented: fae, witches, humans. There are fated mates (of all variants not just MF), magic and quests. it feels a bit like Dungeons and Dragons come to life and I really enjoyed it. I'm a sucker for a hidden identity type trope and this delivered.
Remy, a red witch, is hiding in plain sight amongst Brown witches (Healers), trying to stay under the radar of witch hunters. Enter Hale, of the Eastern Court, who is on a quest for some fabled artifacts, and his posse of Fae warriors. Remy is strong, emotionally and magically. She loves her found family and would do anything for them. Hale and his team interrupt their plan of being incognito though. Hale himself has a compelling backstory and I enjoyed learning more about him during their journey. Hale is equally compelling, and I loved learning more about him and his backstory. Don't be too quick to judge some of the characters - allies may be found in some very overlooked places!
The characters are all fully formed and have distinct personalities. They are not "perfect" and have their flaws. What I loved most about the world was its inclusiveness. It's LGBTQ+ friendly, has all sizes of people represented and love is love, no matter who or what you are. Each area has a distinct feel and the descriptions provided really cement the vision of them in your head.
Whilst there is prejudice between the races represented it doesn't mean that Fae/Witches/Humans can't or don't work together to overturn the High King. They just have their own strengths and weaknesses.
The banter is on point and you know that this team may take the pee out of each other but they are in this together.
Onwards and Upwards to book two!
Minor: Child death, Genocide, and Death of parent