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ultralord_kat's review against another edition
emotional
sad
slow-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
1.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Child death
booksbystarlightandshadows's review against another edition
3.0
I like the fated mates trope and this was an interesting take on it; I don't think I have ever read a story like this where the mental health aspect has been so heavily focussed on. Although the situation is completely fictional, the depiction of Nora's battle is written about with a lot of care and this is definitely not a case of meeting new mates who suddenly make everything better. This is a gloomy listen with few light moments lifting the tone now and again but we are at rock bottom with Nora at the start of her journey. I'm hoping for some more character development in book two as she spends the majority of the story depressed or giggling and not much in between which although I appreciate that there is no mental health magic fix, I was ready to see more of the other story arcs to balance it out. The seeds of the series plot are being sown and there are a few threads I'm invested in learning more about in book two after that brutal cliffhanger.
It's a long listen and definitely one you need to be in the mood for; the narrators do a solid job with the material with Ash Kingsley doing a lot of heavy lifting as Nora. The MMCs are split between Matt Haynes and Evan Henderson. Atticus was probably my favourite of the MMCs but the narration of Voss put him at a close second.
My interpretation of the star system;
3 stars - I enjoyed it; would read the author again
4 stars - I really liked it; I am invested and definitely want more from this author/series
5 stars - I loved it; I engaged with this book completely until I finished it and it is one I will re-read
It's a long listen and definitely one you need to be in the mood for; the narrators do a solid job with the material with Ash Kingsley doing a lot of heavy lifting as Nora. The MMCs are split between Matt Haynes and Evan Henderson. Atticus was probably my favourite of the MMCs but the narration of Voss put him at a close second.
My interpretation of the star system;
3 stars - I enjoyed it; would read the author again
4 stars - I really liked it; I am invested and definitely want more from this author/series
5 stars - I loved it; I engaged with this book completely until I finished it and it is one I will re-read
chachiirose's review against another edition
5.0
This book, the FMC hit hard for me. I relate to quite a lot of the feelings she went through and the ending was right Survival is hard
I can't wait to see how this plays out from here
I can't wait to see how this plays out from here
brittneedsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book. Fantasy books with mental health elements, 100% I loved it. The pacing, the characters, the setting, AMAZING.
wiesi_wiesi's review against another edition
3.0
Quick disclaimer: this is very heavy on mental illness and emotional abuse (not from the Harem, but from family members etc.). So please only read this if you are in the right headspace for it!
It is a pretty depressing book... the first one of the series did resonate with me and I liked it well enough - however I feel like the series as a whole is not for me. I do get that mental illness is not simply fixed, but an ongoing battle people oftentimes can never fully overcome. However I personally do not want to read increasingly longer books (I thing the last one of the series is like 800 pages?) about a recurring topic in a way that feels like simply going in circles. I personally prefer the story to progress quicker and more of a "we-can-fix-everything" vibe, however unrealistic that is
It is a pretty depressing book... the first one of the series did resonate with me and I liked it well enough - however I feel like the series as a whole is not for me. I do get that mental illness is not simply fixed, but an ongoing battle people oftentimes can never fully overcome. However I personally do not want to read increasingly longer books (I thing the last one of the series is like 800 pages?) about a recurring topic in a way that feels like simply going in circles. I personally prefer the story to progress quicker and more of a "we-can-fix-everything" vibe, however unrealistic that is
purplebunni's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
dachshundmom's review against another edition
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
lived_athousandlives's review against another edition
5.0
I love mixed species why choose!
This one will have you in your feels! Beautifully done!
Nora and her guys have some great personalities. I loved the banter and dynamics among the group.
Cried a few times in this.
So heart squeezy! Can’t wait to dive into the rest of the series!
This one will have you in your feels! Beautifully done!
Nora and her guys have some great personalities. I loved the banter and dynamics among the group.
Cried a few times in this.
So heart squeezy! Can’t wait to dive into the rest of the series!