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The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
It took me a few chapters to become fully immersed in this novel. Once I connected with Oraya & Raihn, I was fully invested in following their ‘Kejari’ adventures & battles. Oraya is a bad ass! Born human, but raised by the ‘night born vampire king’ who loved her as a daughter but, trained her like a warrior, to survive in a world where she was constant prey.
Raihn, although a Pandora’s box, appears to be a tortured soul who longs for his humanity back and to make a change in the world he rightfully so despises.
The slow burn relationship between Oraya & Raihn is complex, challenging, chaotic and unpredictable. Enemies, to friends, to lovers, to enemies..? It has all the makings of an epic journey.
I’m excited to read the next instalment, the ending of this had me completely confused whether I was still rooting for them to be together or not. I’m an eternal romantic though & id like to believe the good guy really can be a hero….perhaps though, the girl will have to be her own saviour, just like the real world.
Raihn, although a Pandora’s box, appears to be a tortured soul who longs for his humanity back and to make a change in the world he rightfully so despises.
The slow burn relationship between Oraya & Raihn is complex, challenging, chaotic and unpredictable. Enemies, to friends, to lovers, to enemies..? It has all the makings of an epic journey.
I’m excited to read the next instalment, the ending of this had me completely confused whether I was still rooting for them to be together or not. I’m an eternal romantic though & id like to believe the good guy really can be a hero….perhaps though, the girl will have to be her own saviour, just like the real world.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Body horror, Confinement, Death, Gore, Rape, Sexual content, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Toxic friendship, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Praise by Sara Cate
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
If you’re in your late 30s-early 40s this book will make you feel absolutely ancient. Charlie the leading lady goes on and on…and on about Emerson being 40 and being so old! Ah! To be 21 & not have a clue what “old” really is….
This was an easy read, I quite enjoyed it but compared to the ‘Wolf Hotel”series I’ve just finished, this was lacking the necessary fire. The characters felt a-bit wooden and the plot was predictable. Even the spicy stuff was stale & emotionless.
Not bad, just not great for this category.
This was an easy read, I quite enjoyed it but compared to the ‘Wolf Hotel”series I’ve just finished, this was lacking the necessary fire. The characters felt a-bit wooden and the plot was predictable. Even the spicy stuff was stale & emotionless.
Not bad, just not great for this category.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Transphobia
Ronan by K.A. Tucker
funny
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A short, sweet novella. I loved Roman’s character in the wolf series, it was great he got his own small backstory told and to discover how him and Connor met. I’d assumed they were friends for years.
Not much to review, it was a 2 night read, light hearted and fast paced. I’d only recommend reading it if you liked the characters themselves because Henry Wolf is only mentioned and they don’t know Abbey yet as they’re still in Miami.
Not much to review, it was a 2 night read, light hearted and fast paced. I’d only recommend reading it if you liked the characters themselves because Henry Wolf is only mentioned and they don’t know Abbey yet as they’re still in Miami.
Own Me by K.A. Tucker
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this book series, the characters were very likeable and I felt the story was particularly strong. Henry Wolfs character became some compelling stuff, his journey from being a closed off, commitmentphobe, with control and jealousy issues, grew in to an ideal man. His transformation was a joy to read….even how he handled the curve balls thrown his way as nothing short of endearing.
Abby’s journey from a naive, insecure, heartbroken farm girl, controlled by her mother and everyone around her was relatable. She was just an ordinary girl whose eyes were being opened to the big world around her. She blossomed gradually in to a strong, sensual and confident woman.
Both these journeys made for the perfect destination, together. Finally!
Abby’s journey from a naive, insecure, heartbroken farm girl, controlled by her mother and everyone around her was relatable. She was just an ordinary girl whose eyes were being opened to the big world around her. She blossomed gradually in to a strong, sensual and confident woman.
Both these journeys made for the perfect destination, together. Finally!
Surrender to Me by K.A. Tucker
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Tempt Me by K.A. Tucker
dark
hopeful
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Who knew a book labeled “smutty” would have the basis for what, I’m sure is going to be a great romance story. The characters are strong and likeable.
Credence by Penelope Douglas
dark
sad
tense
fast-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
3.5
This is a difficult one to review. The content is certainly going to push your boundaries too far or, blur them. At times i felt uncomfortable but I kept reading mainly because I thought the plot was interesting and I wanted to find out how these 4 very tortured souls were going to end up. I think the ending rounded up everything and I wasn’t left wondering about any loose ends, except maybe how weird family dinners will be when new additions to the family are added…?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Injury/Injury detail
The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I didn’t see the twist coming in this book. I was convinced I had it narrowed down to 3 people but, nope I was totally wrong. A pleasant surprise since so many “who done it” stories can be predictable.
The main character Sydney though, was a mess. I couldn’t figure out if she was genuinely stupid or just utterly naive. Her obsessive quest to find a man made her an absolute liability. She continually put herself in dangerous situations which she was mostly ignorant to. I wanted to give her a good slap back to reality about the obvious dangers of the dating world. She clearly had an inane talent for turning a blind eye to HUGE red flags.
A real page turner. Easy and quick to read.
Court of Serpents and Secrets by Eliza Raine
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved this entire series, I’m so glad I wasn’t deterred by a few cynical reviews I’d seen.
It was intriguing how Mazriths quest for power inevitably entwined with Reynas quest for her identity. They needed each other to survive. The tumultuous way they fell in love & accepted one another’s light & darkness, was the key all along. It was lovely to follow two tortured souls find themselves through belief and trust in each other.
Reynas character was loveable in the end but, she was a real pain in the ass to start with. I adored how the more Mazriths secrets were peeled away, the more enchanting he became. His character deserved the inner peace & acceptance he’d always needed.
This last part of the series kept its fast pace & constant intrigue. It was suspenseful to the very last page. I devoured it in 2 nights because, it was an easy read that constantly built memento. It was simply unputdownable. Hence, I’ve read the entire series in a week. I was content with the ending, everything was rounded off neatly, without being rushed. Thankfully, there was no cliffhanger.
This was the perfect October read with all things, dark, mysterious and magical.
Court of Monsters and Malice by Eliza Raine
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Another cliff hanger!!! I’m glad all the books are out, I would have hated to wait about and loose momentum. This was another strong book in the series, although, I wonder if the books would’ve been better as one book…
There’s a little more character development for Reyna, which was much needed. She finally admits to being a pain in the ass and is starting to learn how to get out of her own way, instead of hindering their quest with stubbornness and pig headedness every chance she gets.
Getting insight of the ice court was interesting, the authors world building skills are great. She manages to encapsulate the surroundings without slowing the pace of the story.
Reyna and Mazs relationship continues to be passionate and volatile. He falters in this book to keep Reyna at a distance and he is pretty awful to her as a result.
Moving on to the final book tomorrow.
There’s a little more character development for Reyna, which was much needed. She finally admits to being a pain in the ass and is starting to learn how to get out of her own way, instead of hindering their quest with stubbornness and pig headedness every chance she gets.
Getting insight of the ice court was interesting, the authors world building skills are great. She manages to encapsulate the surroundings without slowing the pace of the story.
Reyna and Mazs relationship continues to be passionate and volatile. He falters in this book to keep Reyna at a distance and he is pretty awful to her as a result.
Moving on to the final book tomorrow.