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jazzinbuns's review against another edition
5.0
This was a wonderful journey and introduction into the world of Charis Willowthorn
solafide's review against another edition
4.0
I knew it, I KNEW how the ending was going to end.
Tal, buddy, why?
I thought it was an excellent book. A book that shattered my heart.
Language: low, a few words
Romance: some kissing, forced marriage
Violence: medium, murders, in depth detail of blood, references of torture
Tal, buddy, why?
I thought it was an excellent book. A book that shattered my heart.
Language: low, a few words
Romance: some kissing, forced marriage
Violence: medium, murders, in depth detail of blood, references of torture
thisbookishmom's review against another edition
5.0
Rating: 4.5/5
I was so happy to find out that CJ Redwine was finally coming out with a book this year. I have been checking in for years because I have really enjoyed her other novels. This one did not disappoint!
Charis is such a strong, fierce princess to everyone around her because she has been raised to show no weakness. I loved watching her slowly trust her bodyguard, Tal, and start to show him her vulnerability. The forced proximity, forbidden love, slow burn tropes were done well.
There was lots of political intrigue and I enjoyed trying to figure out who the traitor was and the mystery surrounding the sinking ships. Everyone was suspicious!
I saw one of the twists coming, but was happily surprised I got it right. The ending was so crazy and I am dying to know what happens next!
Content: Kissing
I was so happy to find out that CJ Redwine was finally coming out with a book this year. I have been checking in for years because I have really enjoyed her other novels. This one did not disappoint!
Charis is such a strong, fierce princess to everyone around her because she has been raised to show no weakness. I loved watching her slowly trust her bodyguard, Tal, and start to show him her vulnerability. The forced proximity, forbidden love, slow burn tropes were done well.
There was lots of political intrigue and I enjoyed trying to figure out who the traitor was and the mystery surrounding the sinking ships. Everyone was suspicious!
I saw one of the twists coming, but was happily surprised I got it right. The ending was so crazy and I am dying to know what happens next!
Content: Kissing
bookedoc's review against another edition
4.0
I got this book last minute and it wasn’t on my radar so I didn’t know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised! While the romantic aspect of this book is a frrrrrustratingly slow burn, it was more action packed and faster paced than I expected and I couldn’t put it down. To sum it up : a badass princess takes charge, kingdoms at war, political intrigue and a little mystery and betrayal. Looking forward to the second book: “Return of the Vengeful Queen”, releasing this June!
flor_hyggecorner's review against another edition
2.0
I was pretty bored… about to DNF… the character not interesting at all… Vicious?? She likes to threaten people… nothing else. The twist? It made no sense…
kaelstrom's review
2.0
Most of it was fine, but just fine. The last 20% had too much drama. Multiple assassination attempts, unmasking the traitor, immediately followed by an attack from a DIFFERENT kingdom than the one we’ve been built up to hate the whole story, and then revealing the younger prince of Montevallo which you could see coming from a mile away.
Wasn’t for me.
Wasn’t for me.
thecozyreaderwbo's review against another edition
2.0
Ugh, I so wanted to love this but it's failing to grasp my full attention. I'm 20% in and I still can't figure out what this story is trying to do. There are a lot of characters already and I can't figure out which ones are supposed to be the main characters other than the princess.
banana83854's review against another edition
4.0
Well, what a ride that was! What fierce and regal characters. A bit too much politicking for my taste and I saw the twists coming a mile away, but still very enjoyable. Looking forward to the sequel.
lpcoolgirl's review
5.0
Wow, loved reading this book, loved the world and the characters, and I can't wait to read the sequel!
jlove731's review against another edition
5.0
C.J. Redwine knocked the start of this new series out of the park. I mean, she hit it so hard the stitches are falling apart… like my heart after that final chapter. Rise of the Vicious Princess is such a masterpiece up until even the very final paragraphs.
Charis has been raised to be the future Queen. Her ruthless mother raised her to be just as cold and vicious. After attempted murder attacks on the royal family, Charis learns what it’s like to rule alone and how to be the vicious princess her mother groomed her to be.
I really enjoyed Charis’ character. She has wit and ruthlessness when needed but underneath is a caring heart. She walks the line of those two beautifully in this book, of course until the end which had her drowning in emotions. As much as I want Charis to follow her heart, I loved the fact that she put duty above all else for now.
Tal, Holland, and Nalani… our side characters. I truly adored this slew of friendships. Everyone needs a Holland: bold, witty, and fiercely loyal. His sister, Nalani is the other side of the coin: reasonable and a wonderful friend. Then there’s Tal, who becomes Charis’ bodyguard after the murder attempt on the Queen. Tal gives you all the heat, fierce fighting, loyal guard, and above all else a true understand of what Charis is going through.
The “forbidden” romance aspect here between Tal and Charis was one I was rooting for. I’ll be very curious to see what happens with them in future books.
The ending was gut-wrenching. So, so, much pain and destruction was brought to Charis. See, I thought I had figured out the twist… then I was like hold up maybe I didn’t? This is great! Then… nope, CJ Redwine did it and more. When an author can make me question everything and then gut you like that… true mastery.
I absolutely cannot wait to dive back into this world. I am so excited to explore other kingdoms and places of this world. Book 2 cannot come fast enough!!
Find the full review at Jotted by Jena
Charis has been raised to be the future Queen. Her ruthless mother raised her to be just as cold and vicious. After attempted murder attacks on the royal family, Charis learns what it’s like to rule alone and how to be the vicious princess her mother groomed her to be.
I really enjoyed Charis’ character. She has wit and ruthlessness when needed but underneath is a caring heart. She walks the line of those two beautifully in this book, of course until the end which had her drowning in emotions. As much as I want Charis to follow her heart, I loved the fact that she put duty above all else for now.
Tal, Holland, and Nalani… our side characters. I truly adored this slew of friendships. Everyone needs a Holland: bold, witty, and fiercely loyal. His sister, Nalani is the other side of the coin: reasonable and a wonderful friend. Then there’s Tal, who becomes Charis’ bodyguard after the murder attempt on the Queen. Tal gives you all the heat, fierce fighting, loyal guard, and above all else a true understand of what Charis is going through.
The “forbidden” romance aspect here between Tal and Charis was one I was rooting for. I’ll be very curious to see what happens with them in future books.
The ending was gut-wrenching. So, so, much pain and destruction was brought to Charis. See, I thought I had figured out the twist… then I was like hold up maybe I didn’t? This is great! Then… nope, CJ Redwine did it and more. When an author can make me question everything and then gut you like that… true mastery.
I absolutely cannot wait to dive back into this world. I am so excited to explore other kingdoms and places of this world. Book 2 cannot come fast enough!!
Find the full review at Jotted by Jena