A review by _deathbytbr_
The Kingmaker by Kennedy Ryan

3.0

This book highlights many of the injustices that need to be brought to light in today's society regarding our Indigenous Americans (in particular, women). This part of the story was the true heart of the book for me, and I appreciated it being told. I can only speak from my viewpoint, which is not relevant, so I will not expand while others who face this every day firsthand would be better resources. I very much enjoyed reading about the Apache Sunrise Dance and Ceremony; it was beautifully written and sounds like a much cherished and sacred tradition.

Now, for the romance...I could not get connected with the two main characters as a couple. I liked them better individually, especially Lennix Moon Hunter. What a fierce, brave, passionate character. These types of characters are one of my favorite people to read. While I can rationally understand why her and Maxim Kingsman Cade would be drawn to each other; the pairing was disenchanting for me.

All of this to say, the ending! And yes, I will be reading book two. I have to know what happens and I genuinely want to love these two together.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.