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.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Sexual assault
Check author website for trigger warnings also.ednam0dewannabe's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-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? Yes
4.0
I love this retelling of Alice in Wonderland with a witty and original twist. Plus, it makes sense considering that I've become incredibly fond of Tiffany Roberts' books lately (or at least the ones I've read so far).
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.
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.
Content Warnings
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
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