A review by abitbetterbooks
Cruel Seduction by Katee Robert

emotional tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

Maybe my favourite Katee Robert so far???? Although I’m not sure anything could top Wicked Beauty for me I do think this was potentially objectively the best book, especially in regards to plot! 

My biggest complaint about this series so far is that the world building is quite weak, and while I’m totally willing to overlook some major holes (how was Olympus formed and how does it fit in with the rest of the modern world? Is it a city state? Where is it physically and how is it not beholden to any international laws?) the intrigue and tension of this novel was really fun and had me turning the pages as fast as I possibly could! 

I really enjoyed the 4 alternating perspectives, which is a new high score for Robert, and I think she did really well with keeping the voices distinct and giving unique spins to each characters point of view. 

I can’t wait for Midnight Ruin!
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