iadoreforks's review
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
asternyx's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I was in the mood for a reverse harem with a bullying trope, and that's why I decided to pick up Wicked Gods.
⤏ What to expect:
∘ New Adult
∘ Paranormal Bullly Romance
∘ Academy setting
∘ Multiple POV
∘ Reverse Harem - 4 powerful love interests: Rufio, Bryce, Morpheus, Phoenix
⤏ Tropes:
∘ Hate to Love
∘ Insta-Lust
∘ Hate at first sight
∘ "Touch her and you die"
⤏ Trigger Warnings: bullying, physical and emotional abuse, abuse by a parent, drugs, past trauma
⤏ Summary
Daisy is a Norm in a world where people are classified into three categories based on their powers or lack thereof - Idols, Fringers, or Norms. Unfortunately, for Daisy, things take a turn for the worse when she meets four Idols.
⤏ What to expect:
∘ New Adult
∘ Paranormal Bullly Romance
∘ Academy setting
∘ Multiple POV
∘ Reverse Harem - 4 powerful love interests: Rufio, Bryce, Morpheus, Phoenix
⤏ Tropes:
∘ Hate to Love
∘ Insta-Lust
∘ Hate at first sight
∘ "Touch her and you die"
⤏ Trigger Warnings: bullying, physical and emotional abuse, abuse by a parent, drugs, past trauma
⤏ Summary
Daisy is a Norm in a world where people are classified into three categories based on their powers or lack thereof - Idols, Fringers, or Norms. Unfortunately, for Daisy, things take a turn for the worse when she meets four Idols.
“Wherever Idols go, Norms get hurt.”
When an opportunity to join a prestigious Academy arises, Daisy jumps at the chance, even though she knows she'll be the only Norm there. The Academy is filled with powerful Idols, but Daisy is determined to make the most of her time there.
Rufio, Bryce, Morpheus, and Phoenix are the most powerful Idols in the Academy, and they have their eyes set on Daisy. Nothing good can come out of that.
⤏ Plot/Writing
With so many plans in motion, secrets long buried, and a revolution on the rise, it was quite an engaging read.
Daisy seemed to be at the center of everything, and I'm always curious to see how her actions would impact the world around her. We still don't know her role in the story.
There are vengeful gods, people fighting for equal rights between the three groups, and others just trying to survive this mad world.
⤏ Characters
Although the main characters in the book are continuously bullying Daisy, they are all struggling with their own demons. Despite their flaws, I couldn't hate them and found myself empathizing with them instead.
Daisy is a strong character, but not flawless. She was often bullied and humiliated, but she refused to let it break her.
⤏ Romance
While I'm not typically a fan of the insta-lust trope, I have to say that this book was well written and enjoyable despite that fact.
The boys' feelings seemed to change from hate to love a little too quickly for my taste, and I would have preferred a slowburn instead. However, I can overlook this because the book was enjoyable and kept me engaged.
⤏ Conclusion
All in all, I'd recommend Wicked Gods to anyone who enjoys reverse harem romance with a touch of bullying and supernatural elements.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Drug use
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Physical abuse
jreadsdarkromance's review against another edition
5.0
Wicked Gods is the first book I have read by this author and I really enjoyed it. I have been eyeballing it since the new covers came out and it was suggested by a friend multiple times to read, so I have it a shot. I really like how the story and world building is set up, it's very unique.
I love a good bully book and the guys are ruthless on Daisy. They keep her at arms length, but yet cannot stay away. There are a few mean girls, and I know they will get what's coming to them. I like Daisy that she is tough for being a Norm, stands up for herself and is doing everything she can to protect her sister. Physically, she can only be so strong because everyone else around her is stronger.
I have questions and I can't really tell the motivation behind some things. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!
I love a good bully book and the guys are ruthless on Daisy. They keep her at arms length, but yet cannot stay away. There are a few mean girls, and I know they will get what's coming to them. I like Daisy that she is tough for being a Norm, stands up for herself and is doing everything she can to protect her sister. Physically, she can only be so strong because everyone else around her is stronger.
I have questions and I can't really tell the motivation behind some things. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!
kay_lauren's review against another edition
3.0
Pretty Good!
At first, I won’t lie, I was kind of put off by the hatred and the “I already wanna kill her” talk because damn dude chill. She didn’t do anything to you. I wanted to stop reading after that, BUTTTT I found myself wanting to know what happened next. Every time I put it down, I’d wonder what happens next and when I can continue reading again. It’s not an enthralling and compelling world, but it will get you hooked by making you wonder what’s going to happen next. If you want to read something that’s not a literary masterpiece but will keep you on your toes the entire time THIS IS IT!
I don’t mean that in a bad way either, sometimes we need a break from books that constantly throw huge amounts of world building and character build up at you, so this was a nice palate cleanser.
At first, I won’t lie, I was kind of put off by the hatred and the “I already wanna kill her” talk because damn dude chill. She didn’t do anything to you. I wanted to stop reading after that, BUTTTT I found myself wanting to know what happened next. Every time I put it down, I’d wonder what happens next and when I can continue reading again. It’s not an enthralling and compelling world, but it will get you hooked by making you wonder what’s going to happen next. If you want to read something that’s not a literary masterpiece but will keep you on your toes the entire time THIS IS IT!
I don’t mean that in a bad way either, sometimes we need a break from books that constantly throw huge amounts of world building and character build up at you, so this was a nice palate cleanser.
cels00's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
tragicwarlock's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5