lastblossom's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Fans of the first will probably like this one even more.
Thoughts
In my review of the previous installment in this series, I mentioned that it was already a bit too dark for my tastes. Well, it's gotten darker. That makes my personal opinion pretty clear, so I'll keep this brief. If you liked the first book and you want something with more twists, more action, and more SPICE, then come on in! I also lamented that Morgan didn't seem to push back much in the first book. She pushes back a lot more now, but maybe... too much? Perhaps her Goldilocks moment will come in the third installment where she'll push back the exact right amount. With a cliffhanger like that, I certainly hope so.
Thanks to NetGalley and Starwater Press for a review copy. All thoughts in this review are my own.
Moderate: Cannibalism, Confinement, Infertility, Animal death, Murder, Child death, Physical abuse, Child abuse, Alcohol, Animal cruelty, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Homophobia, Death of parent, Violence, Abandonment, Gore, and Fire/Fire injury
anapthine's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Graphic: Child death, Bullying, Infertility, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, War, Emotional abuse, Grief, Murder, Blood, Confinement, Death, Fire/Fire injury, Gore, and Sexual content
Moderate: Child abuse, Physical abuse, Alcohol, Death of parent, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Cannibalism, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Homophobia
emilyrose_isreading's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This sequel to Queen of Roses is a beautiful romantasy retelling of Camelot. I found myself submerged in the story, and I love Briar Boleyn's writing. With Morgan in a new environment, I love that we learn things about Sorega and the Siabra at the same time as her. There are some elements of this sequel I didn't enjoy as much as the first book, including how manipulate the love interest is however that's my personal preference as the world and character building is once again amazing. I definitely recommend this series to all my romantasy girlies.
Once again there are graphic themes, so please check content/trigger warnings.
Thank you so much to Briar Boleyn, Netgalley and Starwater Press for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Graphic: Death, Murder, Blood, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, and Violence
Moderate: Animal death, Cannibalism, Infertility, Miscarriage, Genocide, Gore, Incest, and War
Minor: Animal cruelty, Death of parent, and Child death
seetaylorwriteandreview's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
My favorite of the new faces, I believe is Odessa. She’s fierce and loyal, trusting Draven every step of the way. She’s a fighter and just… amazing.
It was just absolutely incredible and I’m so sad I’ve finished it so quickly. I wasn’t able to put it down. Come on November!!!!
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Gore, Sexism, Sexual content, Infertility, Violence, War, Grief, Homophobia, Child death, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, and Death
Minor: Child death