A review by mx_virg
The Beast by Jenika Snow

dark lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? N/A
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Spicy scale: 3.5/5

For the most part I liked it. The only book I've read of Jenika Snow was "Big Bad Wolf", I didn't like her writing (repetitive and weird confusing sentences) and unnecessary plot. Finally read this book after seeing it every where on tik tok as being a true monster erotica book, and I'm happy I did. I liked this book a lot more, the writing is much better and there was just enough plot to serve the smut. 

Speaking of smut... The steamy scenes were hot and spicy, and Beasts's appearance and behavior make it a 100% monster erotica novel. The fur, the horns, the tail, the spit, the chase,... loved it. 

My main complaint is not enough spicy scenes between the two protagonists when we have two practically identical scenes of Beast's solo sessions. I wouldn't have minded a slightly longer book if it meant more spicy scenes between Beast and Belle. Also, kinda didn't like that the male lead's name is Beast. 
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