The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
diaryofabookahloic's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
Moderate: Blood, Murder, Addiction, Alcohol, Drug abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Violence, Drug use, Emotional abuse, and Gun violence
teardropsonmypaperback's review against another edition
- 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
4.5
Graphic: Sexual assault, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Gun violence, and Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent, Torture, Blood, Grief, and Death
km_reads_and_edits's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this dark, smutty reimagining of Alice in Wonderland. The character of Shadow - based on the Cheshire Cat - was brilliantly chaotic and loveable, and the fantasy-meets-sci-fi themes were well-executed.
I've given this novel 4 stars instead of 5 just because I think it was maybe 10-15% too long and overly descriptive at times. I found myself skim-reading certain sections, wanting the plot to move along faster. But overall it was still great and I highly recommend.
With each novel that I read by the Tiffany Roberts writing duo, the more I appreciate how well they balance steamy romance with detailed worldbuilding and believable emotional connections.
Check the trigger warnings on the author's website prior to reading! There's some dark themes here that might not suit everyone.
Graphic: Sexual content and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Sexual assault
Check author website for trigger warnings also.ednam0dewannabe's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
4.0
I found the use they made of both the original story and the world and characters creative, giving them both a fresh, new and unique feel. Despite this, some scenes seemed to me to be too fast or too long. But it is compensated by the mystery and the progress of the protagonists' relationship.
In conclusion, excellent storytelling is accompanied by an original and creative world, a perfect amount of spice at the right moments and lovable characters with ideal chemistry.
Graphic: Murder, Death, Drug abuse, Sexual assault, Drug use, and Sexual content
Moderate: Gun violence, Confinement, Forced institutionalization, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, Murder, Ableism, Blood, and Grief
Minor: Kidnapping, Misogyny, Medical content, Medical trauma, Sexism, Violence, Physical abuse, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
reign_kaur's review against another edition
- 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
This story made me angry, happy and so sad I cried.
I was talking out loud to the characters in the last two chapters like they could hear me chanting "go, run now".
Look up content warnings if you have triggers though before reading. The romance isn't dark, but the setting is.
Graphic: Rape, Drug abuse, Drug use, Trafficking, Sexual violence, and Sexual content