Elise Kova

I loved the first 60% of this book. I overlooked some things at the beginning because I really liked the story. I enjoyed the chemistry and banter between Luella & Eldas. The side characters were good and the world was interesting.

Shortly after the 60% mark, I couldn't overlook the bad anymore. The writing was clunky. Luella's thoughts droned on and become so repetitive that I started to skim over a lot of her inner dialog. The story felt like it was stuck in the same spot for 30 percent of the book. Even the chemistry between Luella & Eldas fell flat.

Ultimately. this book disappointed me.… (altro)

Updated: Reread:

I had to give this a second try, for one I loved the first book, although you do not have to read the in order, they are pretty much stand alones. I also ended up immersing myself into the audiobook while I physically read this again. I loved the story line and the worldbuilding. I think I wasn't in the mindset the first time around and had originally gave it a 3 star. I do admit some of the feels still feel the same, such as I feel in parts the story seems to skip some steps and I found myself rereading back because I thought I missed something. However; the mystery of getting betrothed and the journey Katria goes through was ultimately fun for me. I don't own a physical copy of this but I definitely need to so I can reread as much as I like.

I seen in another reviewer comment that they picked up on the Eros and Psyche vibes and I have to agree just a tad with that which is another reason I also enjoyed this. Fantasy mixed with retelling vibes is always my kind of book to read.… (altro)

I loved this book. You have Fairies and love and a captivating story at least for me. I own the audible as well as the physical book because I just loved the story so much. Sure it can be a bit cheesy but discovery this fae world and the characters was just so much fun.
It is a slow burn but it worth while and it being a stand alone you don't get that cliffhanger frustration of having to pick up in a sequel.

I agree with other reviews that noted this with vibes of Beauty and the Beast and Hades and Persephone, if you like those types of vibes in a book than this one is for you. :)

- Happy reading!… (altro)