schnoebs13's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This honestly reminds me a lot of Nora Roberts fantasy/magical realism books. It’s a fun time when you read it but nothing that will usually be memorable. I think the concept of a dystopian world getting taken over by fae is pretty cool and I enjoy the different types. I’m intrigued enough to probably continue on.
silkears's review against another edition
4.0
Let’s start off, I definitely feel this has Witcher vibes but is nothing compared to the books or games. Kinda seems inspired more so by the show. Either way I did like it but definitely disappointed by the comparison since I’ve read the Witcher books and played the games (also watched the show but that’s a different story at this point).
I loved the writing and the world building. The setting was unique, a post-apocalypse fantasy story.
My main complaint (spoilers) is Rush’s curse. It was setup in the beginning that Rush’s curse affected anything he touched which is why he tied Clarke up. So there are a few events where this suddenly doesn’t work which kinda breaks the story but it’s an oversight which still works for the story at the end.
There also is only two smutty scenes that a detailed enough for my liking. The rest of any intimate interaction kinda just fades to black or becomes implied.
I loved the writing and the world building. The setting was unique, a post-apocalypse fantasy story.
My main complaint (spoilers) is Rush’s curse. It was setup in the beginning that Rush’s curse affected anything he touched which is why he tied Clarke up. So there are a few events where this suddenly doesn’t work which kinda breaks the story but it’s an oversight which still works for the story at the end.
There also is only two smutty scenes that a detailed enough for my liking. The rest of any intimate interaction kinda just fades to black or becomes implied.
hannahlou93's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This is my second read of this story, first time with the actual book. I love the relationship between Rush and Clarke. Their mating is so perfect. I also loved reading this knowing where the story goes, s must read for fantasy romance lovers!
mymessytbr's review against another edition
4.0
I’m not the type of person who typically likes shifter romance but daaaaaaamn was I instantly hooked on this
libraryinthecountry's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? Yes
4.0
pyiab's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
thebookishsahm's review against another edition
3.0
The premise of this story is very creative; a nuclear war that almost distroyed the world but simultaneously was the birthplace of the fae. Jump 2000 years in time, lingering animosity between fae and humans, defrosting humans from our time and you have a recipe for an interesting adventure. Unfortunately the execution was lacking, especially where it concerns the the romance between the two MC's. It felt rushed and unbelievable, which is saying something considering the circumstances that this story covers. All in all the book was fine, not sure yet if i will give the sequel a chance.
elbow1227's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
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
5.0
pagirl's review against another edition
5.0
Clarke and Rush
This is my second read through. It was even better this time around. Clarke is such a great FMC. She's real, honest, sassy. Rush is sexy and stoic. Together they start the series to help save Elphyne.
This is my second read through. It was even better this time around. Clarke is such a great FMC. She's real, honest, sassy. Rush is sexy and stoic. Together they start the series to help save Elphyne.