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ninabest's review
challenging
dark
hopeful
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual content, Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, Forced institutionalization, Gore, Grief, Mental illness, Murder, Bullying, Cannibalism, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Blood, Child death, Kidnapping, Violence, Body horror, Death of parent, Body shaming, Child abuse, Chronic illness, and Deportation
booksandcurlz's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I think I am still processing Obsidian Feathers at the moment. That said, I still wanted to take some time to at least write some of my initial thoughts on this book. I loved it, it was dark, mystical, and mysterious. It touched on some heavy subjects that would be too much for some people. Please for the love of everything you find holy please read the TW/CW. This is a DARK FANTASY ROMANCE, and it is DARK This is not for everyone, be warned!
What I loved?
♥️ Xochitl (FMC) - Her journey as a character was so incredible, I was immediately heartbroken for her and as I saw the growth, and ultimately her flourishing into the goddess she was born to be I was just so happy for her, I cheered a little bit.
♥️ Itziquetzal (MMC) - I don’t know how to describe Sal without sounding obsessed. OK, he was swoony, but also feral, savage, and when his shadow swapped with him 😮💨 He was a total simp for Xochi. Fine, I’m obsessed.
♥️ The side characters - They were funny, full of wisdom, and kind of savage too. Julia was always throwing around threats of chopping appendages LOL was a huge favorite.
♥️ The pet names - I don’t care how many times Sal called Xochi nayeli or nonayeli (means princess and my princess in Nehualt) , I always swooned.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Sexual violence
Moderate: Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Body shaming, Body horror, and Violence
Minor: Forced institutionalization and Deportation
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