I just started and I’m so bored. I’m suppose to feel bad for her but I don’t care. I feel like it just started and it’s already trying to emotionally I just started and I’m so bored. I’m suppose to feel bad for her but I don’t care. I feel like it just started and it’s already trying to emotionally manipulate me. Her sob story just keeps going and going and going. And she’s suppose to be this amazing thief but the whole time she’s thinking of her life before the magic Covid infection killed half the world and left the others with powers and the ones that don’t have powers slowly being exterminated. It was 10 pages in. That’s a lot!!! Like give me more character development and information then slowly bring this world and its chaos bomb droppings into the story. And then we have the spare prince and his brother. It’s too much.
I think it was too much too soon for me. So I’ll come back to it, maybe. ...more
Sarya and Bannin’s story was perfection. The way they kept finding things about each other throughout was I’ll wait. I’ll wait forever for you, Sarya.
Sarya and Bannin’s story was perfection. The way they kept finding things about each other throughout was done perfectly. Like little gold nuggets of knowledge. Small pieces that made them whole. They were both such interesting characters. I would read all the books of their demon slaying adventures. ...more
Listen this will be a conflicting review because it was kind of bland but also kind of good. And the audiobook made it 100% better. Mostly because of Listen this will be a conflicting review because it was kind of bland but also kind of good. And the audiobook made it 100% better. Mostly because of Eldas’s growly voice. It was so delicious.
This story follows Luella, the new human queen, and Eldas the elf king. It kind of reminded me of Beauty and the Beast and also Hades and Persephone. It wasn’t super original but it was very cute. It was good enough. It didn’t do much. It did just enough. The audiobook carried this story for me. ...more
Stories often end with a marriage and those expected words happily ever after. Stories should be like that perhaps, but life is not. In truth, my storStories often end with a marriage and those expected words happily ever after. Stories should be like that perhaps, but life is not. In truth, my story with the white bear was very far from being over after we got married.
I loved East. Loved it to pieces. This was also very good. Except it felt like the same story and so many characters and I was just tired of the same thing. I don’t know what I expected. It just didn’t work for me.
Still, I highly recommend this series.
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Stories often end with a marriage and those expected words happily ever after. Stories should be like that perhaps, but life is not. In truth, my story with the white bear was very far from being over after we got married.
I loved East. Loved it to pieces. This was also very good. Except it felt like the same story and so many characters and I was just tired of the same thing. I don’t know what I expected. It just didn’t work for me.
Listen it wasn’t bad, there was just not enough information to really get interested or even care. We needed more information. Like a prophesy or to kListen it wasn’t bad, there was just not enough information to really get interested or even care. We needed more information. Like a prophesy or to know what bargain Kel and Cassian made. It’s suppose to be intriguing but I just didn’t care enough. Honestly I’m only going to continue because it has to get better and I loathe Lucas with all of my heart and I want the human scumbag to suffer.
Rosalina has this messed up childhood/life. Like seriously awful and the only person who shows any interest in her is the town’s golden boy who (view spoiler)[ abuses her!!!! He carved his name on her arm. I know he rapes her. She mentions it hurting to be with him. He likes to hurt her. I want him to suffer. (hide spoiler)] so that’s why I’m going to read book two. The “good” princes and evil prince don’t really interest me. I’m going to continue this series for revenge.
“Sometimes family isn’t a thing we are born into but a choice we make. Sometimes”—Evie smiled—“the people who love you most in your life are the ones “Sometimes family isn’t a thing we are born into but a choice we make. Sometimes”—Evie smiled—“the people who love you most in your life are the ones who choose you.”
These stories are so funny and fun to read. I love them so much. The story continues and we get more of the gang and what a group they are. I can’t wait for the next story to introduce more of the magical creatures. I do hate all the sexual frustration from Evie and Trystan and the (view spoiler)[ one kiss!!!! Again!!! And not even a hug this time. We need more than a kiss for these two. They are both going to explode. (hide spoiler)] but seriously, what’s up with that?! I’ve always loved Lyssa and I was very glad this story had more of her and Gideon. Just give me all the siblings!!
This is a super cute, super funny fairytale type story that follows the “villain” but really he was the good guy all along. ...more
Running had never been her friend, and running fast, she believed, was her mortal enemy.
Evie, Evangeline, is hilarious!!! Being in her POV was the besRunning had never been her friend, and running fast, she believed, was her mortal enemy.
Evie, Evangeline, is hilarious!!! Being in her POV was the best!!!! Truly delightful. Witnessing Evie and Trystan, the Villain, fall in love was everything!!! The only complaint I have is that I needed more romance. They kissed once and maybe hugged twice. And this isn’t even the part I missed. I just wanted more time with them in the same room. The banter was chef’s kiss. It was so good and so funny. I need them in the same room for at least half of the next book. And I want to see Evie become the badass she’s meant to be. I absolutely loved her throughout the book but especially towards the end.
Welp, almost forgot. This ends in a huge cliffhanger. If you’re not a fan of those wait till book two comes out in August. This book was very silly but done so well. It felt like reading/watching a movie. A very funny, action packed fantasy. But also like a comedy sitcom show. It’s really silly at times. Like too exaggerated funny. Still very funny but also maybe not for everyone. ...more
She’d always known her lover would come from beyond the forest.
Judith has always been second choice and treated very badly by her grandmother in favorShe’d always known her lover would come from beyond the forest.
Judith has always been second choice and treated very badly by her grandmother in favor of her beautiful older sister. When her grandmother dies she thinks her life will get better but her older sister Alice then treats her worse. It’s awful. And sad. And Judith just wants someone to love her.
We get two strangers, a hunter and a vagabond. There’s also magic, a curse and a divination spell. And lots of suffering. I didn’t like any of these characters, they were all ugly....more
We do not eat our allies. —Tairn’s personal addendum to the Book of Brennan as quoted by Cadet Violet Sorrengail
This series has me questioning everythWe do not eat our allies. —Tairn’s personal addendum to the Book of Brennan as quoted by Cadet Violet Sorrengail
This series has me questioning everything and everyone. And fantasy is already hard since dead doesn’t always mean dead. So it’s been twist after twist and I’m here for it.
"Fascinating. You look all frail and breakable, but you're really a violent little thing, aren't you?"
"Going for blood today, are we, Violence?" he wh"Fascinating. You look all frail and breakable, but you're really a violent little thing, aren't you?"
"Going for blood today, are we, Violence?" he whispers.
I absolutely love that he calls her Violence. I loved this book so much, but that cliffhanger should have been ilegal. I’m so glad book two is out but so sad I waited to read this masterpiece for so long. It has dragons, political intrigue, double agents and spies, and it’s spicy!! It was so good. ...more
“You mistake kindness for weakness. Kindness is never weak when combined with firmness of purpose—which I have never lacked. Kindness will save the pe“You mistake kindness for weakness. Kindness is never weak when combined with firmness of purpose—which I have never lacked. Kindness will save the people of Aleron, because it is for them I will fight. Not for the throne or for all of Aleron’s gold. But because I refuse to let them suffer.”
This is the story of how Elina the Cursed and Warrick the Chained become more. They become strong and radiant but most importantly loved. And man was this romantic. And I instantly fell in love with both characters. There’s something about a Robin Hood type hero who steals slaves and stays locked up for a month (when he can escape) just to give the slaves enough time to get back home. And a dying Queen on the run who needs to avenge her mother’s murder and take back her kingdom. But more than that it was about these two finding each other, and yes they found love and lust, but also so much more. ...more
I’m usually not a fan of miscommunication. It drives me crazy when two adults can’t communicate well. But this was done so well. This is what the miscI’m usually not a fan of miscommunication. It drives me crazy when two adults can’t communicate well. But this was done so well. This is what the miscommunication trope was meant to be.
Flora has always dreamed of marrying for love but knows her future is an arranged marriage. Her uncle only kept her alive to help further his political reach. Brom the Stonehearted refuses to align himself with the evil king but is captivated by his niece. What’s a barbarian to do? ...more
This was and will probably always be my favorite web novel turned book. It’s full of so much backstabbing drama between all of the kings children and This was and will probably always be my favorite web novel turned book. It’s full of so much backstabbing drama between all of the kings children and their concubines. What began as a joke or curiosity for Kairen with Cassandra turned into true love and it was beautiful. I loved all of the dragons!! Every single one. Especially Krai the very good boy. He was my favorite. So much happens, sooooooo much. In fact this book could easily have been split up into a duology or even a trilogy. But this was nice too. Rereading this in book format brought me so much joy....more
Listen, I know this has been done before but it’s so much fun. It starts like Cinderella poor Isadora is being treated like an abused slave. The traumListen, I know this has been done before but it’s so much fun. It starts like Cinderella poor Isadora is being treated like an abused slave. The trauma she suffers continues and she is forced to take her evil step sisters place with the cruel prince. Lucky for her it turns out okay. Then the story shifts into a Beauty and the Beast retelling and this one is my favorite so I was a happy reader. Everything with the curse was very interesting. The take on it was very nicely done but the story took some wild turns at the end. It wasn’t really a plot twist more of a magic trick. Isadora was able to figure out things that came out of no where and how do you ask… because she has anxiety from her abuse. Which I guess. But the way she was able to solve some of these puzzles wasn’t even a little bit realistic and I know what you’re going to say this is a monster fantasy Hilda of course it doesn’t make sense. But this was crazy!!!! It was too crazy. So around 70% of this story I kind of lost interest.
And Omgoodness there’s a mailing list sign up bonus that is a whole other story with an evil brother waiting for them at the castle which was very odd to me because it’s a whole other story. It bothered me that it wasn’t included in the book. But that’s a whole other review.
Read this for what it is, a monster romance with very little spice and a lot of death....more
The war came to an end, there were no loose ends left behind, all in all a solid ending. Now comes my biggest gripe (view spoiler)[ I understand Zara The war came to an end, there were no loose ends left behind, all in all a solid ending. Now comes my biggest gripe (view spoiler)[ I understand Zara was loyal and Eliza became her pack sister. But come on!!!! She basically chose her over Axil!!! I could not even begin to comprehend. (hide spoiler)] Anyways, I wasn’t sure I would like Axil and Zara’s story. The wolves seemed very primitive and the most outdated. Like castle times living. But somehow had one of the strongest power needed to fight the evil queen. Eh. It was just eh to me. And I wasn’t wrong, their whole fight to death last one standing is the strongest wins is barbaric and needs to change. Luckily, even though it wasn’t expanded it seemed that it was headed that way. Even though I don’t agree with how Zara ended her championship she was not wrong. Killing so many strong female wolves at the end of a championship is dumb. Killing even one is dumb let alone 20+ in the name of tradition. They need better new traditions. There has to be a way to prove your strength without death. Like introduce them to the Olympics and do that. Their way of being and looking at life was very toxic. Especially since they were all about the pack life. Make it make sense.
The ending was kind of abrupt. But I wasn’t disappointed. Even though it was very quick. Since it had been building a little in each book it was satisfying. I also really liked the villains in this one. I’m still mad the series had four men be the “good” guys and one powerful female be the villain. It should have been another man. Sigh. I do appreciate all the powerful wives though so I guess we got that. ...more
This follows Lucien and Madelynn. This book does need a big TW. I didn’t like that part at all and was very conflicted about it. I thought it was goinThis follows Lucien and Madelynn. This book does need a big TW. I didn’t like that part at all and was very conflicted about it. I thought it was going to serve a bigger purpose but then kind of fell flat. It was frustrating for it to happen and then nothing. Or at least nothing that Madelynn couldn’t have done on her own. Now speaking about the story itself, I was so happy the war is moving along. This book has a clear direction. I am worried about the ending. The antagonist hates magical creatures BUT is stealing all their magic and using it on herself and her soldiers. That seems very odd. Also, she seems very unhinged. Have they ever even fought before. It seems like the territories are peaceful. Why even start a war? I guess I’ll find out in the next and final book.
Also, this story was so sweet. I really enjoying watching them fall in love. I think I enjoyed them the most....more
This story follows Raife and Kailani and I ate it up. There’s so much action in this story and the evil Queen makes an appearance. I really enjoyed itThis story follows Raife and Kailani and I ate it up. There’s so much action in this story and the evil Queen makes an appearance. I really enjoyed it. Again, I was frustrated with the MC’s but I’m figuring out my least favorite trope is miscommunication. I hate it! Just communicate. It’s not angst. It’s being dumb. And some people can write real good angst and some can’t. It just frustrates me. This is one of those authors. The story could be so much more enjoyable instead I spend a lot of time rolling my eyes. But at the same time it’s like a car accident, I have to read these books. Like now, I’m anticipating the third and final book. They can’t come fast enough.
I was left wondering about Kaklani’s gift though. (view spoiler)[ When Lani sucks up the evil queen’s life force she doesn’t know what happens. No one does. It’s either never been done or never been documented. Either way, what happened?!?!????? (hide spoiler)] And will we ever find out? ...more
Listen, I’m debating over that rating. Hard. Did I enjoy this story? Yes, like a ridiculous amount. Is it full of women hating women? The whole, I’m nListen, I’m debating over that rating. Hard. Did I enjoy this story? Yes, like a ridiculous amount. Is it full of women hating women? The whole, I’m not like other women trope is sad. Women can be both feminine or masculine. Women can like to wear dresses or trousers. We don’t have to fit into one mold. And this was repeated so much… I’m so tired of women hating women. Then at the same time Arwen, our MC was all, I love all these women they’re my best friends BUT every single important female is either a) evil or b) dead, literally die throughout the book. Which brings me to my biggest complaint. (view spoiler)[ Regina was done so dirty. She deserves better. She deserves the best!! To die in such a way was unnecessary and frankly unacceptable! This was the perfect time for Arwen to prove herself. To prove how strong she was. But no, she doesn’t do anything. Typical. (hide spoiler)]
Am I going to continue the series. Yes. I’m telling you, I’m sad to report, I actually really enjoyed this story. Even with the lack luster romance and purity BS. Another word used way too many times in this story. “Purity” along with “backup” were used so much. I was sick of those words. But at the same time couldn’t read fast enough so it wasn’t all bad. ...more
“You don’t want to be a bride. I will refuse the vow.” And be beaten again? No. “I said that I would like to choose,” she reminded him. “And to marry “You don’t want to be a bride. I will refuse the vow.” And be beaten again? No. “I said that I would like to choose,” she reminded him. “And to marry a man that I love. (view spoiler)[ So I will happily be your bride, Aruk.” His eyes blazed. “Then where is that magistrate?” (hide spoiler)]
These two were something else. I loved seeing them on the island. Their character growth was amazing. Their love story was the best! That ending was something else too. Here we follow Jalisa and Aruk in this super short, steamy, action packed novela....more
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