kyleemccarthy's review
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
4.0
book_lover_97's review
5.0
This is an incredible read by two outstanding authors. The plot is captivating and exciting. Characters have sizzling chemistry and amazing dialogue and chemistry. The storyline is packed with drama, danger and suspense. I really enjoyed this book and can't wait to read more from these two authors.
I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased, honest review.
I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased, honest review.
see_sadie_read's review
2.0
I'll admit that I picked this book up thinking it was another with a similar plot. But by the time I realized my mistake I decided to just go with it. But, ya'll, this book is a mess. It's underdeveloped, cheesy, and simplistic.
Angela seemed to develop abilities as-needed...in fact, whole plot points that made no sense popped up as-needed. The villain that showed up at the prison seemed to be evil for no apparent reason and showed up to be maniacally and actively evil for, again, no apparent reason. I almost got whiplash from the 'I did this, no, my family did that, no, they're good after all.' It made the whole thing feel inconsistent.
Worst of all, that same back-and-forwards left Angela feeling utterly without agency. Sure, not every heroine has to be a strong character, but she's basically a limp rag. Killian had a little more character, but not much.
All in all, I'm just glad to be finished with it.
Angela seemed to develop abilities as-needed...in fact, whole plot points that made no sense popped up as-needed. The villain that showed up at the prison seemed to be evil for no apparent reason and showed up to be maniacally and actively evil for, again, no apparent reason. I almost got whiplash from the 'I did this, no, my family did that, no, they're good after all.' It made the whole thing feel inconsistent.
Worst of all, that same back-and-forwards left Angela feeling utterly without agency. Sure, not every heroine has to be a strong character, but she's basically a limp rag. Killian had a little more character, but not much.
All in all, I'm just glad to be finished with it.
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