h_banana_books49's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book! Adrian was just *chef's kiss* and the passion in this book was delicious. The balance between spice and story was perfect, and I am dying for the next book to come out!
margo_lopez297's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-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? No
3.75
zoe813's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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
whizzyflame's review against another edition
4.0
what a rollercoaster. this book started out so strong for me, i was immediately drawn in by the characters and the enemies-to-lovers plot that i saw developing. the tension and banter between isolde and adrian was so good right away. about 25% in i got a little frustrated and bored, it just felt like such a typical fantasy plot, “maybe these people i’ve been taught to hate aren’t so bad” but adrian kept me invested. AND THEN the turn of events that took place? i wouldn’t say i was completely shocked but it was just so good. so fun to read, i was captivated by everything that was happening. there were so many great quotes in this book, “i do not pray, but i begged for you” like PLZ i love this couple i can’t wait for the next book
thecabinetofcuriosity's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
thekla_reads_things's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This was an easy, predictable read. Most should have a solid idea of what was going to happen at least 20% though the book at the latest. Take that was you will.
I found the main characters to be mostly tedious, but still entertaining. I wanted more of the trio of guards, and more on the magical structure of the world. Because of this, I will absolutely be picking up book 2. Not so much for Adrian and Isolde (who I found pretty dull), but to better understand the history of the world in which they exist. Don't get me wrong: there were enough chisme moments in the book to keep be invested, but they were relatively isolated to the last third of the story.
I found the main characters to be mostly tedious, but still entertaining. I wanted more of the trio of guards, and more on the magical structure of the world. Because of this, I will absolutely be picking up book 2. Not so much for Adrian and Isolde (who I found pretty dull), but to better understand the history of the world in which they exist. Don't get me wrong: there were enough chisme moments in the book to keep be invested, but they were relatively isolated to the last third of the story.
brennaksmith's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-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? No
4.0
eldergoblin's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5