A review by redfae
Gild by Raven Kennedy

dark emotional fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I can see how this book could be triggering for some as the main character is the favourite in a harem/brothel. Her master is King Midas and as his favourite she’s been gold touched, the other women are called saddles. As the main character is gold, she stands out, and she’s the only one Midas does not share. The world is very patriarchal and the women are seen as sex objects. I found her an interesting character. Despite the fact she was owned by Midas she relies on him for safety and loves him. It reminded me of Stockholm syndrome. The women witness the men discussing war, and they get sold off to earn favour with armies. There is a lot of politics at play too, and who to trust. The book ends on a cliff hanger, and I was very curious about a character introduced at the end that I will NEED to read the next book. 
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