theespressoedition's review
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism, Bullying, and Sexism
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Sexual harassment
beckyremillard's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Death
chelseylb1988's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Sexual content, Bullying, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, and Gaslighting
cassielaj's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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? Yes
4.5
The magical world of St. Cyprian is charming, and the characters are well developed. The concepts in this book feel at once original and familiar. Excellent example of found family, and Emerson’s character development is incredible: she asks hard questions and makes important discoveries about herself and the people around her. The plot takes a good bit of time to pick up steam, but it also gives the significant elements space to unfold. I also appreciate that the romantic elements were present without taking over. the feminist slogans and love conquers all theme felt a tad bit hokey at times, but they also had their place
Side note: An excellent example of fade-to-black romance that still captures the significance of the moment. Also has some thought-provoking comments on womanhood and society.
Side note: An excellent example of fade-to-black romance that still captures the significance of the moment. Also has some thought-provoking comments on womanhood and society.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Bullying, Gaslighting, Grief, and Violence
Minor: Sexual content
amanda_mh's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The perfect seasonal read for October. I did really enjoy it, it gave me Gilmore girls but make it witchy vibes. but I am annoyed that it ended on a cliffhanger bc it was just about to get to the final showdown not sure if I’ll pick up the second book when it comes out
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Bullying
Minor: Stalking and Toxic relationship
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