mizzrayne's review against another edition
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!! **Warning!!: This book is not for everyone. Detailed, violent, non-stop sex, Polyam, BDSM Fetishes, MMMF, and possibly a few more triggers** That being said, this was one of the best books I have read this year. I couldn't help but fall in love with Malachi and Wolf. The way Malachi fell for Mina was beautiful! He wanted to make sure she was safe and taken care of. Wolf, I mean I don't know what to say... give me a punk shapeshifter with a violent streak any day. Add a mohawk and I'm putty. This will DEF be a book I will re-read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Violence, Cursing, Sexual content, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Emotional abuse and Abandonment
thebritishbibliophile_'s review against another edition
5.0
By far the most sensual, steamy & 'action'-packed book I've read in a very long time. My jaw still hasn't left the floor! -TheBritishBibliophile'
Katee Robert has fast-become one of those authors that you're hooked on every word, regardless of it being in a book or on an Instagram post. After coming across her during the pandemic, she has become a staple read of an author and someone who's work I must absolutely consume no matter what the content of the book. This time was no exception.
Court of the Vampire Queen captured my interest first and foremost by the attractive cover and artwork which, like the content and creatures within, lured me straight in to wanting to read it. I have a penchant for the supernatural, specifically vampires, harboured from my teen years so it was a no-brainer as to if I was going to request to read it. Immediately yes! Compliments to the cover designer who created this masterpiece which is indeed, fit for a Queen.
Naturally I wasted no time at all diving into the story within the cover and ho-ly water, no time was wasted getting down to business. Literally. Many of us go through what is known as 'bangxiety' when it comes to seeing--or rather, reading--how long it takes for the characters to do what they need to do, so to speak. Katee is straight in there with this one putting that banxiety at ease and giving us the goods right from the off. This is a quintessential taste into what we would be in for with the rest of the novel, but it only gets better with each time and with every additional body added into the mix. Katee's knack for writing some of the hottest, steamiest and temperature-raising scenes has not failed her here with this write at all. I even got tired from just reading these scenes and that by far is a compliment to not only reading and enjoying those moments, but connecting and feeling the impact of said scene. By far, this was Katee's steamiest novel to date. One that I highly recommend fans of the genre and of Katee should pick up immediately upon release.
The storyline itself carried an equally entrancing quality to it, as expected of any Katee Robert novel. You're not getting a run-of-the-mill story, you're getting a unique tale that bleeds the very essence of the author who wrote it. Which in this case, is very appropriate.
Although the storyline drags out the main plot throughout the entirety of the novel, it is far from boring, dull or bland. There's more than aplenty to keep us entertained--in or our of bed or entwined with a body or two--, and our interests continuously piqued at the situations that arise, mysteries to be solved and everything in-between. Praise should be given to Katee here for not letting the story dip for a single moment! There was literally never a quiet moment or a time where you could hear the literary crickets. I felt compelled to see this story through till its end and we were carried there with nips, bites and a whole lot of devils tango.
Katee continues to show and display through her works, just why she is one of THE authors to watch and read as a must-read author. Court of the Vampire Queen floored me in the best way possible and I honestly thought nothing could top my previous favourite novel of hers, Neon Gods. I'd say that they are on equal part with one another, but this novel edges out in front by the tip of a fang. I certainly wouldn't object to reading another novel set in this world if it means we're going to get more quality content such as this, I'll gladly sign up for more.
Thank you to Katee Robert for not only a must-read novel, but another book added to my top read of 2022. This read, like the others I've had the pleasure of reading (Neon Gods, Electric Idol & Wicked Beauty) has cemented me as a reader for life and a proud reader of all things sinfully delightful in our bookish world.
Five stars!
Katee Robert has fast-become one of those authors that you're hooked on every word, regardless of it being in a book or on an Instagram post. After coming across her during the pandemic, she has become a staple read of an author and someone who's work I must absolutely consume no matter what the content of the book. This time was no exception.
Court of the Vampire Queen captured my interest first and foremost by the attractive cover and artwork which, like the content and creatures within, lured me straight in to wanting to read it. I have a penchant for the supernatural, specifically vampires, harboured from my teen years so it was a no-brainer as to if I was going to request to read it. Immediately yes! Compliments to the cover designer who created this masterpiece which is indeed, fit for a Queen.
Naturally I wasted no time at all diving into the story within the cover and ho-ly water, no time was wasted getting down to business. Literally. Many of us go through what is known as 'bangxiety' when it comes to seeing--or rather, reading--how long it takes for the characters to do what they need to do, so to speak. Katee is straight in there with this one putting that banxiety at ease and giving us the goods right from the off. This is a quintessential taste into what we would be in for with the rest of the novel, but it only gets better with each time and with every additional body added into the mix. Katee's knack for writing some of the hottest, steamiest and temperature-raising scenes has not failed her here with this write at all. I even got tired from just reading these scenes and that by far is a compliment to not only reading and enjoying those moments, but connecting and feeling the impact of said scene. By far, this was Katee's steamiest novel to date. One that I highly recommend fans of the genre and of Katee should pick up immediately upon release.
The storyline itself carried an equally entrancing quality to it, as expected of any Katee Robert novel. You're not getting a run-of-the-mill story, you're getting a unique tale that bleeds the very essence of the author who wrote it. Which in this case, is very appropriate.
Although the storyline drags out the main plot throughout the entirety of the novel, it is far from boring, dull or bland. There's more than aplenty to keep us entertained--in or our of bed or entwined with a body or two--, and our interests continuously piqued at the situations that arise, mysteries to be solved and everything in-between. Praise should be given to Katee here for not letting the story dip for a single moment! There was literally never a quiet moment or a time where you could hear the literary crickets. I felt compelled to see this story through till its end and we were carried there with nips, bites and a whole lot of devils tango.
Katee continues to show and display through her works, just why she is one of THE authors to watch and read as a must-read author. Court of the Vampire Queen floored me in the best way possible and I honestly thought nothing could top my previous favourite novel of hers, Neon Gods. I'd say that they are on equal part with one another, but this novel edges out in front by the tip of a fang. I certainly wouldn't object to reading another novel set in this world if it means we're going to get more quality content such as this, I'll gladly sign up for more.
Thank you to Katee Robert for not only a must-read novel, but another book added to my top read of 2022. This read, like the others I've had the pleasure of reading (Neon Gods, Electric Idol & Wicked Beauty) has cemented me as a reader for life and a proud reader of all things sinfully delightful in our bookish world.
Five stars!
kaytraore's review against another edition
2.0
For what it was, this book was decent. My biggest critiques are how repetitive Mina is. I think each part was originally a separate book so maybe that's why? Either way there were things mentioned in the first chapter that she was still mentioning towards the end. The plot also felt suuuper dull to me. Many of the major scenes were breezed over when in my opinion they should have been fleshed out more. I feel like we didn't get to know more about her or the men's lives prior to the events of the story. Who was her mom? How did the men meet? Why did Mina's dad trap Malachi for all those years? I had so many questions after finishing this that really could've been answered throughout the book.
taleofabibliophile's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Blood, Death of parent, Death, Pregnancy, Murder, Cursing, Gore, and Vomit
Other CW: Dubious consent/abortion discussions/abusive parent (historic)crazycatlady716's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
If you’re looking for a spicy book, this is it. If you want detailed characters with a good plot line, good world building, and a solid story, this is not for you. There are more spicy scenes than major plot points. All details focus on these scenes, and definitely not on other plot points. The main female character is quite annoying. Tropes include insta love and pregnancy, both of which I’m not a fan of. A big issue with the world was it seemed like it was set in a fantasy fictional world, then American cities were being mentioned with modern day technology suddenly being introduced halfway through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Murder, Sexual content, and Blood
ajnille's review against another edition
2.0
This book was okay! I read it as a part of a book club (S/O to Big Book Energy, HELLO). The smut was really intense, but not in an "omg I need to skip this part" way. It was good - the only downfall of this book was the plot was very lacking. I know Katee Robert writes mainly smut but even her other book Neon Gods (which I loved) had a decent amount of plot. This book however let me down. I felt as though all I was reading were sex scenes and literally nothing else.