A review by billies_not_so_secret_diary
The Curse of Saints by Kate Dramis

adventurous 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

3.0

The Curse of Saints 
by Kate Dramis 
Fantasy High Fantasy New Adult 
Scribd Audio 
Ages: 18+

Aya is a spy and the Queen's third in command, but she has a secret that could either end in her death or be used as a weapon. But Will, who has been her rival since childhood, suspects her of having the powers. 

When a friend is hurt Aya reacts, releasing her powers. Aya and Will have to work together when they find out it was orchestrated by a neighboring country that is preparing to start a war. 

Sent with Will to secure allies, Aya also searches for a way to control those powers before they destroy her, turning her to darkness. 


I liked the world, though it does need more history as does the magic system. As is it's as if the author expects the reader to know the ins and outs of the magic. Sure there was a 'glossary' in the beginning, but that's not showing, that's telling. Showing the magic is how to plant it in the reader's mind. 

The characters fit the general trope, but they also had their struggles and self-doubt, so I could relate to them, and the dialogue was 'real'. 

This book was great, then towards the end the author had to toe the porn line, then they crossed it, and that took away a star. It was not needed! 

When a story moves at a great pace; has drama, mystery, and action, something that teenagers can read, you don't ruin it with adult content. Sure it was a 'slow burn' but that's no reason to add the porn! 

It was a quick read, and I couldn't wait to hear what was going to happen, but then the porn ruined the ending, which I think was added only because 'sex sells' and sadly that's the fad now. 

3 Stars 


Expand filter menu Content Warnings