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pitoufas_bookish_corner's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I've heard friends share praise about this book since I first joined bookstagram, and for so long, I've been waiting to read it. Luckily, I found out the library had the whole series in audiobook format, made by GraphicAudio and let me tell you...it truly felt like watching a movie eyes closed 😍❤ needless to say I enjoyed it all from start to finish ❤❤❤ Elise Kova is another new author to me, but I was sure I'd end up loving the book based on all the good feedback I came across, and marriage of convenience being the LEADING trope on my favorite tropes' list!
The author's writing style really had me immersed in from the very beginning. I loved Luella's will and determination to repay the town's people for all the help they were able to provide her. Her character was extremely caring and empathetic, and she used her knowledge in herbology to help treat her the ill. But Luella was not only kind, she was also brave and unafraid to dirty her hands for the sake of her loved ones if deemed necessary.
I loved the way the relationship blossomed between her and Eldas, the Elf king feared by all and believed to be the embodiment of cruelty and omen of dark hours. Of course, he was more than what meets the eye, but it took several heated arguments and quarrels to have a glimpse past his icy exterior. The man was not the greatest at expressing his feelings and emotions, but just like Luella, he cared — deeply — about the faith of the world as they knew it.
It was absolutely fascinating to learn about all of the intricacies, the beautifully detailed history, all the different characters, creatures and locations which gave shape to an elaborate universe ❤ I do not read fantasy books as often as I'd wish for, but I become beyond enthralled whenever I pick up a similar story that consumes me until the very last page.
The author's writing style really had me immersed in from the very beginning. I loved Luella's will and determination to repay the town's people for all the help they were able to provide her. Her character was extremely caring and empathetic, and she used her knowledge in herbology to help treat her the ill. But Luella was not only kind, she was also brave and unafraid to dirty her hands for the sake of her loved ones if deemed necessary.
I loved the way the relationship blossomed between her and Eldas, the Elf king feared by all and believed to be the embodiment of cruelty and omen of dark hours. Of course, he was more than what meets the eye, but it took several heated arguments and quarrels to have a glimpse past his icy exterior. The man was not the greatest at expressing his feelings and emotions, but just like Luella, he cared — deeply — about the faith of the world as they knew it.
It was absolutely fascinating to learn about all of the intricacies, the beautifully detailed history, all the different characters, creatures and locations which gave shape to an elaborate universe ❤ I do not read fantasy books as often as I'd wish for, but I become beyond enthralled whenever I pick up a similar story that consumes me until the very last page.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty
Moderate: Misogyny, Violence, and Blood
Minor: Addiction and Drug use
katanai's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
listen... i enjoyed it all. i found myself turning page after page & not wanting to put it down. i loved it i'm so srs. i loved that our mc wasn't some damsel in distress that's a pushover. mc was determined & i love that for her. i loved the pace too! not too fast, but not slow... just perfect. the sorta enemies to lovers... <33 loved it. i think it was everything i needed from a romance book & i'm glad it's the first romance book i've read after a break. loved the world building - like it wasn't too much or overwhelming & it's just wonderful. i loved it. ya.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Drug use, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual content, Violence, Murder, and Alcohol
viselik's review against another edition
I could not stand the main character at all. I just found her annoying.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, and Toxic friendship
kiwifay's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- 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
4.0
I liked this book a lot more then I thought I would. It’s been sitting on my shelf for a long time and finally decided to pick it up. The ending had no right to make me cry like that. I loved the premise and the elves and magic system. Overall a good read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gore, Misogyny, and Blood
Moderate: Medical content, Kidnapping, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Body horror and Bullying
ka_ke's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
I want to say I liked this book, but I didn’t love it. If you’re in the mood for a simple, predictable story, then A Deal with the Elf King is perfect for you. If you want something deeper, more mythical and more complex than you should skip this series. I don’t know if I’ll continue with Married to Magic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Racism, Grief, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Addiction, Death, Drug use, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship