Have I ever mentioned I love a good star-crossed lovers trope? The one where it slowly kills you? And make you want to smash these two characters togeHave I ever mentioned I love a good star-crossed lovers trope? The one where it slowly kills you? And make you want to smash these two characters together despite their differences?
Even through my slump, the moment I found out a new Kylie Scott's book has dropped, I immediately picked it up.
In a sense, this book has that joyridinEven through my slump, the moment I found out a new Kylie Scott's book has dropped, I immediately picked it up.
In a sense, this book has that joyriding feeling to it. Low angst, falling in love with a prince (almost a prince), supportive cast of members, low drama and all. Honestly, it's a type of book you went for whenever you need a lift me up.
In my case, I was expecting a little more substance to the story. A little more twists and turns. A word I detest, but I wanted a little more drama. And it was low on that. Super low, if you ask me. In the end, it just left me feeling unfulfilled. Hell, I wouldn't be mad if Lilah really did die in the end there....more
Honestly, give me any version of this story in any kind of medium, setting or timeline and I would devoured it like a thirsty man in a desert.
Also. A Honestly, give me any version of this story in any kind of medium, setting or timeline and I would devoured it like a thirsty man in a desert.
Also. A certain doomed love story in this one really got me. Don't remember the exact chapter because I was flying through it. But trust me, you'll fucking shed a tear....more
When I look back at our story, there is no single place where it began. Our tale is not like the horizon over the se
5 Breathtaking Stars
This.
When I look back at our story, there is no single place where it began. Our tale is not like the horizon over the sea, a single line that might be traced, but a constellation, a scattering of silver points through which our history is woven. Still, when I think of how it all started, I think of two nights. The first is the night I poisoned Elias. The second is this.
This is everything I ever wanted from a book. This book looks like (from the cover) and sounds (from the blurb) just like any other fantasy romance featuring an outcast heroine and a higher-status-born hero. But the meat of the story... it's so beautiful.
I love the writing in the book and the way the narrative is set up. It's in first person past tense, with the added flare of 'if I knew then what I know now' vibe, which I love in a story. Plus, it's so easy to read, and since English is not my first language, I needed that extra help. It can be a little flowery at times but god how I love it. Because at Selene's age, I was that flowery too! Ah Selene, I love her so much. This book started when she was fourteen, the age when she poisoned the king. She stole my heart there and more as she grew up. This girl's selflessness, innocence, and desire to be cherished made my heart ache for her, scared for her. The author did a damn good job in making this character. God. I love this girl so much!
As for the love interest, the poisoned king did not recover from the assassination attempt unscathed. It left him paralyzed, weak, and deep in depression (check the triggers). He started as an almost unlikable character, rude, and bordering on cruel. Also, there's a 9 years age gap between them, so take that as you will but I promise you, nothing inappropriate happened (well at least until she's 18). He reminded me a little of the Beast. In pain, bearing a heavy burden, and a little misunderstood, but deep down, has a good heart.
All in all, it's a great freaking story. And the latest addition to my all-time favourite list.
Who would we be without our scars? Who would we become without our pasts?
Oof. That was twisted and never something that I actually expected from this author (despite this being my first book of hers). Correct me if I'm wronOof. That was twisted and never something that I actually expected from this author (despite this being my first book of hers). Correct me if I'm wrong here but is this her first dark romance? Because I'm digging it. If this is the kind of twisted stuffs she has been writing, I am truly missing out.
So, what can I say about this one without spoiling it too much? It is set in a dystopian future world where the riches lord over the poors. Mainly, from what I understand, there are three sections. The Beggars, the Promised (a.k.a. the Climbers) and the Elites. Our FMC came from the Beggars side and her mother married into the Promised and at the start of the book, working for the Elites as the nanny. Aside from the main plot, I honestly wanted to know more about this world. I thought we'll get into the machinations or the politics more considering the initial setup but maybe that's for future books in the series? Hopefully.
Now, as for the plot. The glorious fucked-upness of everything. Didn't think it would turn out the way it was. Slightly aghast. Mildly furious. But mainly, satisfied with the outcome regardless how you perceived the situation. Because, for me, as much as I love sweet romance, these dark twisted stories are the ones that fuel my desire to read more....more
I missed this world terribly and so glad that the author decided to do a spinoff book (and hopefully another seWe're back to the Defenders world baby!
I missed this world terribly and so glad that the author decided to do a spinoff book (and hopefully another series?)
In this one, we have a new setting, a different kingdom aside from the Kingdom of the Walls. Introducing 4 new defenders and this time, they were assigned to the troubled Hereford earldom where one of our defenders fell for the future countess.
As for the trope goes, there are the bodyguards trope, closed proximity, perhaps a little forbidden relationship going on there. It was a fade-to-black fantasy romance first of all if that is something you want to know. For me, the absence of graphic sexy times didn't matter much since the plot and the characters always won me over.
With that said, I didn't quite enjoy this one like I did with the original series. Kingdom of Chains wasn't as dark and bleak as Chadora descriptively. I wanted more of the settings actually, the conflicts, the rebellions and the worldbuilding. Next, the characters also didn't shine out that much for me. They were not dull per say, but reading about them, it felt as if they were always on the periphery of the story rather than the sole focus of them, although there were moments where they shone. Aside from that, the romance was also left a lot to be desired. Our hero was a little too skittish for my liking while the girl did most of the chasing here.
I still like this spinoff though, despite the weaknesses it possessed. It read so easily and the world of the Defenders is as stellar as ever. I'm just excited to see what story she'll write down next!...more
This is my third Rebecca F. Kenney's book I've read. Also all of them got 5 stars from me. Suffice to say she's a new favourite author for me from nowThis is my third Rebecca F. Kenney's book I've read. Also all of them got 5 stars from me. Suffice to say she's a new favourite author for me from now on.
As for this book. Listen, I think once the reviews started pouring in, this book would be a divisive one. You'll either hate it or love it. And the main reason is the hero of this book (he's not even a hero technically).
The Ash King is portrayed as a villain, for almost all length of the book and he is, in a way. He is rude, cruel, selfish and downright sinister sometimes. He's not even what you would call an antihero but not a complete villain too. He's in between. Oh and he's so hot and cold, gave me a whiplash so many times.
“And you want me. You want the murderer of thousands—the wicked, cruel, selfish monster. That’s why you’re really angry, Healer—admit it, or I’ll make you scream the words.”
And you know what, this shriveled heart of mine loves him so much. He's such a problematic character and I don't know why I like it. Maybe because he is what he says he is.
“The mountain would give you everything in its power.” He leans in, lips brushing mine. “But the one thing a mountain cannot do is move. It cannot give up its place, or abandon those who depend on it.”
The angst is high and the sweet moments are scarce. So buckle up your seatbelt because this is going to be a bumpy ride buddy....more
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