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EDIT: I was reminded of this book again and disliked it even more upon reflection.
I’m a bit annoyed I forced myself to finish this lol. Started out really strong, but soon I realized the main character was really stupid. The plot twists were a bit too obvious, but it took ages for her to realize, and I as the reader had the same amount of information as her since the book was in 1st person. The overall plot was interesting. The Nightmare was the only thing that motivated me to finish this book, ...more
I’m a bit annoyed I forced myself to finish this lol. Started out really strong, but soon I realized the main character was really stupid. The plot twists were a bit too obvious, but it took ages for her to realize, and I as the reader had the same amount of information as her since the book was in 1st person. The overall plot was interesting. The Nightmare was the only thing that motivated me to finish this book, ...more
I found myself reading this book much slower than my usual pace just to catch every word on the page. Really REALLY enjoyed the poetry, lore, pacing, and gothic vibes. Honestly, 5 stars, no notes. Just a really fantastic book and I’m already anticipating how sad I’ll be to finish the second one and leave this world.
Absolutely amazing, loved everything about this.
**4.4**
This book really grew on me. By the halfway point, I was leaning toward a 3.5-star rating, but then things picked up, and I was completely hooked.
I loved the moody, gothic feel. The writing was straightforward and moved the plot forward without being overly complex. It’s difficult to pull off a fantasy series, especially a duology, in just around 400 pages each book, but this book did a great job of making it work. Although some parts were slow, it gradually picked up, building tension un ...more
This book really grew on me. By the halfway point, I was leaning toward a 3.5-star rating, but then things picked up, and I was completely hooked.
I loved the moody, gothic feel. The writing was straightforward and moved the plot forward without being overly complex. It’s difficult to pull off a fantasy series, especially a duology, in just around 400 pages each book, but this book did a great job of making it work. Although some parts were slow, it gradually picked up, building tension un ...more
500 stars
Wow. This was incredible. Perfect time of year to read this extremely atmospheric gothic fantasy. Imagine dark castles, forests, a mist that surrounds the kingdom, secrets, and the most unique magic system I've ever read about. Like just so cool and unique I wish I had Rachel Gilligs mind.
ALSO THE ENDING CMONNNNNN OH SHITTTT
reading the next book immediately.
The side characters were fantastic like I love Elm!! Elm supremacy! Love Ravyn obviously... Also Ione... I sussed out by you and ...more
Wow. This was incredible. Perfect time of year to read this extremely atmospheric gothic fantasy. Imagine dark castles, forests, a mist that surrounds the kingdom, secrets, and the most unique magic system I've ever read about. Like just so cool and unique I wish I had Rachel Gilligs mind.
ALSO THE ENDING CMONNNNNN OH SHITTTT
reading the next book immediately.
The side characters were fantastic like I love Elm!! Elm supremacy! Love Ravyn obviously... Also Ione... I sussed out by you and ...more
Apr 20, 2025
Goksu | Bookish Goblin
rated it
it was amazing
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Sep 18, 2023
Olivia
added it
Oct 19, 2023
em
marked it as to-read
Nov 16, 2023
Shay Stamper
marked it as dnf
Nov 20, 2023
S. H. Gray (FangedLibrarian)
marked it as to-read
