mssamanthanagel's reviews
135 reviews

I listened to this on audio, and of course, Julia Whelan was a great choice. I had already read Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones, so hearing tidbits of other people and storylines was so fun! I think with any book that has multiple POVs, it can be hard to feel invested in all of them right away, which made it slightly challenging to really dive into. I am not a fan of the head hopping of any character at any moment, but that is just my preference. I adjusted to it after a while!

Finally!! This book started picking up in Heir of Fire and Queen of Shadows, but this book was the first that I rated 5 stars. This is the SJM that I anticipated from the series! The characters we see felt so much more rich, everyone’s story line was great, and that ending!!! Loved it.

Not a fan of MILF tropes - they personally make me feel uncomfortable because of my lived experiences, so keep that in mind. If that is a trope you enjoy, then I do think you will love it!

I had physically read this years ago, and recently listened to it again. What an amazing book, even on the second read! I love how Henry develops such amazing characters and settings.

Wow! I absolutely devoured this book in one day. I loved the characters and the story - and the mention of a character we have seen in Malibu Rising and Evelyn Hugo! I listened to this on audio - which I HIGHLY recommend. The cast of characters is absolutely amazing. I don’t know if I would have enjoyed the “documentary” style of talking heads as much if I hasn’t listened.

Oh my gosh! Why don’t more people talk about this book!! This was a spooky, historical gothic novel with a sapphic main character. What’s not to love!! It’s absolutely haunting, well written, and greatly developed!

I loved this book!! I listened to the audiobook and loved it. The story of Evelyn was inspired by so many celebrities, and it made me see celebrity culture differently. I also loved the queer representation, and it was incredible and interesting to be reminded that, not that long ago, being openly queer was not only not acceptable but illegal. I thought this was incredible! Worth the hype.

This is where the series really started picking up for me! I loved learning about Aelin.

Great! A lot of setting up, but worth it.

I LOVE how Henry executed the friends to lovers trope - and I love that her books never feel “tropey.” I’m convinced she’ll never write a book I don’t absolutely adore.