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mercurysflame's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
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? Yes
4.0
Started off a bit slow with a fair amount of info dumping, BUT I really cared about the main characters. I was very invested in this story because of the characters and it had some fun gore, action, romance in the way that only vampire books can achieve.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Sexual assault
Moderate: Blood
betweentheshelves's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
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? Yes
3.5
I actually had no idea what I was getting into when I picked this one up, just needed a queer vampire book for one of my reading challenges for the year. And I've enjoyed some of Chupeco's YA fantasy, so I was interested in seeing her foray into the adult fantasy world. For the most part, I wasn't disappointed!
There is some excellent romantic chemistry between the three main characters, and I liked the detective/mystery energy that the rot investigation brought. I do think overall, the book is a little longer than it needs to be because it feels like it drags a bit at the end. There's a pretty good hook for the sequel, so I might actually pick that one up to see where the story goes next!
There is some excellent romantic chemistry between the three main characters, and I liked the detective/mystery energy that the rot investigation brought. I do think overall, the book is a little longer than it needs to be because it feels like it drags a bit at the end. There's a pretty good hook for the sequel, so I might actually pick that one up to see where the story goes next!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Vomit, and Pregnancy
whatkireads's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This was pretty amazing to read! I love the polyamorous coupling in this and the way both Zidan and Xiaodan made sure to always keep Remy comfortable and never do anything he didn't want to, and I couldn't stop laughing at how hilarious and out of pocket both Remy and Xiaodan are, where they just start swearing in the middle of battle (the cào ni má made me LAUGH SO HARD) It's like these two are rabid chihuahuas and Zidan is the tired owner holding them on a leash. I also adored the duality of Zidan, him appearing calm and stoic but is actually more passionate than Xiaodan in terms of his feelings towards Remy, I just love these three so so much.
My only qualm with this book was that the second half of the book, where theyreturn to Elouve was pretty redundant? I dont understand why they went back and the reason why the Night Court attempts to attack the kingdom, and the sudden twist in mood between Zidan, Xiaodan and Remy. It makes sense plotwise but was there a need for it? I dont feel too inclined to read the second book because of it and also, Remy's father is REAL FUCKED UP like what??? Hes giving me whiplash from praising his son to insulting him and then using his blood ?? Like what is literally going on here just die already arent you a crusty old man at this point why you wanna live so badly
My only qualm with this book was that the second half of the book, where they
Content Warnings
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Body horror, Bullying, Child death, Death, Gore, Infidelity, Blood, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
zghutcheson01's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- 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
4.5
Some of the major plot points were pretty predictable but I really enjoyed the characters and their relationships. I'm excited to read the next one!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, Grief, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
bibliosaurier's review against another edition
5.0
[new favourite]
This is exactly my kind of book. Adult high fantasy with a complex plot (including fantasy politics!!) and world building, loveable, well developed characters, and some queer (!) romance.
This is exactly my kind of book. Adult high fantasy with a complex plot (including fantasy politics!!) and world building, loveable, well developed characters, and some queer (!) romance.
I especially loved how none of these elements felt forced or unnecessary! Each was given its room in the book, without another coming short.
Remy, the MC, is so precious. Then his developing relationship with Xiaodan and Malekh! Their dynamic is so nice, and Malekh especially is such an interesting character, he’s my love (though who am I kidding, they all are, the rest of their found family, too!). I loved watching them slowly learn to understand one another on such a deep level, it's soo sigh, queers
They didn't make it a shameful thing to be sexually intimate with each other, either! It's all very healthy and consensual (and hot, two of them a vampires!! (none of it is actually all that explicit but please still take this being an adult book seriously))
Then there are the topics of love and respect. Remy learning that he's worthy of love. One of my favourite tropes in media.
And I should probably mention that the vibes are immaculate as well. So is the magic/ science system (fantasy world building!)
I’m trying to hold back my rambles here, I meant to make this short, but oh well, here I am.
Mainly, what I’m trying to say is, if you like fantasy politics, and vampires, and fight scenes, and found family, and poly romance, and queer joy, give this book a chance! You won't regret it.
Then there are the topics of love and respect. Remy learning that he's worthy of love. One of my favourite tropes in media.
And I should probably mention that the vibes are immaculate as well. So is the magic/ science system (fantasy world building!)
I’m trying to hold back my rambles here, I meant to make this short, but oh well, here I am.
Mainly, what I’m trying to say is, if you like fantasy politics, and vampires, and fight scenes, and found family, and poly romance, and queer joy, give this book a chance! You won't regret it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Child death, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
Minor: Domestic abuse
readabookortwo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0
Silver Under Nightfall took me almost an entire month to read, however, this is one if my favourite books I've read this year! I honestly can't tell you why it took me so long but I can tell you I loved every single second. I did predict some of the big plot twists but that didn't take away any of my enjoyment at all. I absolutely just adored this book, I love Rin's writing so so much. I loved the humour, the plot and the characters it made for a fun and also hardhitting ride and I cannot wait for the second book!
I loved Remy as a main character so much! I wanted to absolutely root for him from page one, I felt so much sympathy and love for him throughout the book. You can tell he truly just wants to do what us right by everyone no matter what they do to him, or how they push him down he still wants to defend and make sure everyone gets out alive. He has such a big, kind heart and I love him so much. I love the fact he can also be super badass and the relationship between him and Zidan and Xiaodan I loved it I really did.
For me, it's really hard to pick a favourite character. At one point all three of them have been my favourite character but I'll go with Xiaodan. I love Xiaodan so, so much, she's so sweet and again so badass. I love the way you can see how much she truly loves Remy and Zidan. She really cares about her people, about the humans and everything she's been through with her mother and oh my god I just love her so so much. Also her ability is so cool I loved her from her first chapter all the way until the end she's special.
Of course, as hinted at, I also really loved Zidan. I had a slower burn when it came to warming up to him but again as with the other two, I fell hard. I love that he's of course so much more reserved but you can tell again how much he truly cares about both Remy and Xiaodan even though he shows it in different ways. Again, he's been through so much and I just want him to he happy by the end.
I think the author has built a really interesting world. I really liked the setting and also loved the politics of the Vampire courts!!! I really loved that only vampires who are old enough or important enough turn to ash I thought that was really cool, I thought the way Zidan's experiments work were really cool and the idea of the rot and how it was explored and how it kinda felt like an analogy for human life.
I really enjoyed the plot. I thought it was fast paced and liked that I was always learning something new. I'd like to dive more into the Vampire politics because I think some people were here just to read about the relationship but I care about all the politics and plot as well so I'm looking forward to seeing how they develop in book two!!! One thing, I really loved in this book was the way Xiaodan and Zidan treated Remy when it came the sex, how they knew he'd been so used for sex by other people so they wanted to make sure it never felt like that to them, God I love the three of them so much
Overall, I just adored thus book so so much!! An easy five for me and just inject everything Rin has ever written into my veins.
I loved Remy as a main character so much! I wanted to absolutely root for him from page one, I felt so much sympathy and love for him throughout the book. You can tell he truly just wants to do what us right by everyone no matter what they do to him, or how they push him down he still wants to defend and make sure everyone gets out alive. He has such a big, kind heart and I love him so much. I love the fact he can also be super badass and the relationship between him and Zidan and Xiaodan I loved it I really did.
For me, it's really hard to pick a favourite character. At one point all three of them have been my favourite character but I'll go with Xiaodan. I love Xiaodan so, so much, she's so sweet and again so badass. I love the way you can see how much she truly loves Remy and Zidan. She really cares about her people, about the humans and everything she's been through with her mother and oh my god I just love her so so much. Also her ability is so cool I loved her from her first chapter all the way until the end she's special.
Of course, as hinted at, I also really loved Zidan. I had a slower burn when it came to warming up to him but again as with the other two, I fell hard. I love that he's of course so much more reserved but you can tell again how much he truly cares about both Remy and Xiaodan even though he shows it in different ways. Again, he's been through so much and I just want him to he happy by the end.
I think the author has built a really interesting world. I really liked the setting and also loved the politics of the Vampire courts!!! I really loved that only vampires who are old enough or important enough turn to ash I thought that was really cool, I thought the way Zidan's experiments work were really cool and the idea of the rot and how it was explored and how it kinda felt like an analogy for human life.
I really enjoyed the plot. I thought it was fast paced and liked that I was always learning something new. I'd like to dive more into the Vampire politics because I think some people were here just to read about the relationship but I care about all the politics and plot as well so I'm looking forward to seeing how they develop in book two!!! One thing, I really loved in this book was the way Xiaodan and Zidan treated Remy when it came the sex, how they knew he'd been so used for sex by other people so they wanted to make sure it never felt like that to them, God I love the three of them so much
Overall, I just adored thus book so so much!! An easy five for me and just inject everything Rin has ever written into my veins.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Sexual content, Blood, and Vomit
Moderate: Sexual assault
trying_ceratops's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
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
5.0
Loved this book! Definitely a romantasy book but the plot was what really drove the book, while the romance was also an integral part to how the story moved forward. I’m giving it 4 🌶️ for spice still as the scenes are very detailed but not the majority of the book.
The lgbtq+ representation was well done, especially as one character discovers part of themself in that community.
The story has political intrigue but there’s a ton of action to balance that out. There are lots of twists and foreshadowing that you don’t see coming until revealed.
The best part was how the author handled situations that are often tropes. I would expect a scene to go one direction because of that but the writing would handle it in a way that shows the characters maturing and opening up to each other.
The lgbtq+ representation was well done, especially as one character discovers part of themself in that community.
The story has political intrigue but there’s a ton of action to balance that out. There are lots of twists and foreshadowing that you don’t see coming until revealed.
The best part was how the author handled situations that are often tropes. I would expect a scene to go one direction because of that but the writing would handle it in a way that shows the characters maturing and opening up to each other.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Death, Gore, Sexual content, Blood, Vomit, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, and Death of parent
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Biphobia, Homophobia, Toxic relationship, Grief, Gaslighting, War, and Classism
kelsokake's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
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? It's complicated
3.5
When I first started reading this, I wasn't entirely sure that I was actually going to enjoy it. Actually, I almost DNF-ed it in the first 25%, but I'm so glad that I actually stuck with it!
It's an incredibly rich world with an obvious history and different cultures, but I do feel like it could have been explained a bit differently. I often found myself a bit confused about locations, titles, and characters. I really and truly feel like this book would have benefited from providing a reference point - a list of important characters and their titles and/or at the very least a map would have helped to alleviate a lot of my confusion. With how much time was spent naming specific cities and their distance from each other, a map would have really helped to put things into perspective.
The characters were my favorite part of this. Even though I hated him in the beginning, I grew to love Remy. He's hilarious, incredibly thoughtful and giving, and has the lowest sense of self-esteem I've seen in a long time. Watching his character grow and develop more confidence and self-worth was so rewarding.
Xiodan and Malekh's dynamic is so perfect too, especially when you add in Remy. Malekh is so sweet to Xiodan and has the perfect asshole/love dynamic with Remy that I absolutely love.
The plot was interesting and definitely kept me reading. I was actually surprised by the reveal at the end; I was thinking something completely different throughout the book. I won't say that this lived up to the high expectations I gave it in my mind, but I definitely enjoyed reading it and I've already placed a hold on the sequel in Libby!
It's an incredibly rich world with an obvious history and different cultures, but I do feel like it could have been explained a bit differently. I often found myself a bit confused about locations, titles, and characters. I really and truly feel like this book would have benefited from providing a reference point - a list of important characters and their titles and/or at the very least a map would have helped to alleviate a lot of my confusion. With how much time was spent naming specific cities and their distance from each other, a map would have really helped to put things into perspective.
The characters were my favorite part of this. Even though I hated him in the beginning, I grew to love Remy. He's hilarious, incredibly thoughtful and giving, and has the lowest sense of self-esteem I've seen in a long time. Watching his character grow and develop more confidence and self-worth was so rewarding.
Xiodan and Malekh's dynamic is so perfect too, especially when you add in Remy. Malekh is so sweet to Xiodan and has the perfect asshole/love dynamic with Remy that I absolutely love.
The plot was interesting and definitely kept me reading. I was actually surprised by the reveal at the end; I was thinking something completely different throughout the book. I won't say that this lived up to the high expectations I gave it in my mind, but I definitely enjoyed reading it and I've already placed a hold on the sequel in Libby!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Blood, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child death, Confinement, Panic attacks/disorders, Dementia, and Abandonment
Minor: Addiction and Alcohol
ahtoasty's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, Infidelity, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, and War
Minor: Infidelity, Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
erintempleton's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
three words i would use to describe this book, in no particular order: trauma, tension, and soup. there is an abundance of all three, which i will discuss below.
Trauma - these characters, especially our dear sweet Remington, have massive amounts of unresolved trauma, and it was a rollercoaster ride the whole time, albeit a pretty carefully realistic one. it never felt like Remy's experiences were shallow or trivial, and i really appreciated the way that Zidan and Xiaodan help him unlearn some of the harmful messages he was taught from childhood. A++ for that.
Tension - i mean this not only as sexual tension but also just plain suspense and court intrigue. there is so much to be drawn in by, and the narration really hooked me from the beginning. i'm a huge sucker for an outsider MC who uses humor as a coping mechanism, as it always lends itself to learning about the 'inside' world in non-obvious/cheesy ways. With the introduction of Zidan and Xiaodan, Remy's whole outsider bit gets flipped on its head, and it was really enjoyable to watch him struggle with that intimacy by fighting it the whole time.
the sexual tension was GREAT too, i just wish that their first time together would have been different:/ the way it was all wrapped up inRemy's immediate need for healing and the weird connection between ingesting vampire blood, healing, and horniness kinda spoiled the momentum for me. Just left a weird taste in my mouth, that's all, especially considering Remy's understandable wariness with manipulation and sex.
Soup - this might seem odd, but i noticed that 'soup-like' was an unusually common description here. in chapter six, specifically, it's used like three times in the span of ten or so pages?? so i just kept tracking it, and it came up a couple other times too. idk, it just struck me as a weird thing to say about fog or a dead monster. maybe Remy just really likes soup.
Ultimately, i'm giving this a 3.5 rating. It was really well done and exciting, but i don't think i'll read it again, as it was (imo) a bit too painful at times to read Remy's inner monologue about not being worthy of love. fans of Gideon the Ninth would probably really love this book, if that helps, and i would recommend it to anyone who can get on board with the content warnings! there are a lot of them, or there should be, so just be aware.
Trauma - these characters, especially our dear sweet Remington, have massive amounts of unresolved trauma, and it was a rollercoaster ride the whole time, albeit a pretty carefully realistic one. it never felt like Remy's experiences were shallow or trivial, and i really appreciated the way that Zidan and Xiaodan help him unlearn some of the harmful messages he was taught from childhood. A++ for that.
Tension - i mean this not only as sexual tension but also just plain suspense and court intrigue. there is so much to be drawn in by, and the narration really hooked me from the beginning. i'm a huge sucker for an outsider MC who uses humor as a coping mechanism, as it always lends itself to learning about the 'inside' world in non-obvious/cheesy ways. With the introduction of Zidan and Xiaodan, Remy's whole outsider bit gets flipped on its head, and it was really enjoyable to watch him struggle with that intimacy by fighting it the whole time.
the sexual tension was GREAT too, i just wish that their first time together would have been different:/ the way it was all wrapped up in
Soup - this might seem odd, but i noticed that 'soup-like' was an unusually common description here. in chapter six, specifically, it's used like three times in the span of ten or so pages?? so i just kept tracking it, and it came up a couple other times too. idk, it just struck me as a weird thing to say about fog or a dead monster. maybe Remy just really likes soup.
Ultimately, i'm giving this a 3.5 rating. It was really well done and exciting, but i don't think i'll read it again, as it was (imo) a bit too painful at times to read Remy's inner monologue about not being worthy of love. fans of Gideon the Ninth would probably really love this book, if that helps, and i would recommend it to anyone who can get on board with the content warnings! there are a lot of them, or there should be, so just be aware.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Body horror, Emotional abuse, Gore, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, War, and Injury/Injury detail