A review by art_books_chemistry
Desperate Measures, by Katee Robert

dark reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

If I had read this before reading Neon Gods, I don't think I would have bothered with any more of Katee Roberts work. After how much I loved Neon Gods, Desperate Measures was a severe disappointment. I even found grammar and spelling errors (cobbled instead of hobbled sticks out the most to me) that I didn't expect. There was more actual spice in this book which was good. I can't say I'm a huge fan of the storyline but everyone's tastes are slightly different, this just didn't fit mine for the most part. I'm intrigued with all the fairytale/mythology crossover and am interested in reading the series further to see which other villains are introduced and if Katee's writing gets better (it also felt mildly repetitive at points with using the same phrases) since the Dark Olympus books were published after these and I found the writing there better. 

I do still recommend this for those who like the down and dirty dominant mafia boss falls for the princess type of story. 
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