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51 reviews
Born of Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
A Soul of Ash and Blood by Jennifer L. Armentrout
dark
emotional
funny
informative
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
90% of this book is a retelling of the first book, but from Casteel's POV. Then the other 10% is "present" moments, still in Casteel's POV.
However, don't let that stop you from reading it. I was really hesitant at first because I thought it would get annoying that I was basically re-reading the first book. But, having those key moments retold by Casteel revealed a lot of important plot points.
And the last chapter?! OMFG!!!
However, don't let that stop you from reading it. I was really hesitant at first because I thought it would get annoying that I was basically re-reading the first book. But, having those key moments retold by Casteel revealed a lot of important plot points.
And the last chapter?! OMFG!!!
The War of Two Queens by Jennifer L. Armentrout
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Best out of the whole series....so far
The Crown of Gilded Bones by Jennifer L. Armentrout
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
holy shit! i typically hate when people say "the series really gets good by the third book" but my god, this was a phenomenal addition to this series.
There were so many great moments that I loved and ended up staying up late to finish it.
There were so many great moments that I loved and ended up staying up late to finish it.
A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire by Jennifer L. Armentrout
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Overall; a great second book to this series in terms of plot, character relations, and new storylines.
However, I will admit that the first half of this book was very dry and hard to continue because it just felt like the story wasn't moving along.
But! in the flip side, there's a certain part about 50% through that the whole book regains its traction and it became hard to put down.
Unlike the first book where there were a lot of allusions and hints to what the "big plot twist" would be, this one didn't have as many and genuinely intrigued me.
The ending of this book was a FANTASTIC set up for the third & made me excited to read more.
However, I will admit that the first half of this book was very dry and hard to continue because it just felt like the story wasn't moving along.
But! in the flip side, there's a certain part about 50% through that the whole book regains its traction and it became hard to put down.
Unlike the first book where there were a lot of allusions and hints to what the "big plot twist" would be, this one didn't have as many and genuinely intrigued me.
The ending of this book was a FANTASTIC set up for the third & made me excited to read more.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape
From Blood and Ash (1 of 2) [Dramatized Adaptation] by Jennifer L. Armentrout
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
Did not finish book. Stopped at 14%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 14%.
I've outgrown YA fantasy. The main character was way too young for my liking & the world building was uninteresting for me.
This would be a good intro fantasy series for a younger reader, since the world is very simple and includes modern "reality" technology and settings.
This would be a good intro fantasy series for a younger reader, since the world is very simple and includes modern "reality" technology and settings.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Blood, Murder, and War
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Rape, and Sexual assault
Carnage by Sarah Bailey
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0