A review by kim23
The Annihilator by RuNyx

challenging dark emotional hopeful mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This book dives deep into the Shadow Man and Lyla's intense, layered relationship, giving us a mix of dark, broody romance and emotional healing. The Shadow Man is everything you'd expect-mysterious, dangerous, and completely obsessed with Lyla. Lyla's story, though heartbreaking, is full of growth, and seeing her step into her own strength was really rewarding. 
 
While this one didn't have as much action as earlier books in the series, it made up for it with all the feels. Their relationship is raw and intense, with some seriously swoon-worthy lines from the Shadow Man that had me blushing. That said, a few parts felt slow, and I found myself wishing for a little more explanation about why the Shadow Man waited so long to rescue Lyla. Still, the emotional depth and twists in the story kept me hooked. 
 
This set the stage perfectly for the final book and I can't wait to start it!
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