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Wicked Lovely
by Melissa Marr
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book has been on my TBR for what feels like forever, since I distinctly remember a librarian giving me a free copy when I was in high school. Back then, I was super into paranormal romances and this was right up my alley. Now, well, I've kind of become more aware of the plot beats of that genre and this one doesn't really stand the test of time. It's definitely a book that feels like it's in the late 2000s, especially in how the main character acts and the mild "not like other girls" itis. I think it was refreshing to see the two male leads were neither an angsty broody boy, Keeran had a bit more personality than that (not a great one, mind you, but a different kind of personality) nor the "boy from next door" potential love interest, as Seth seems a bit more dedicated to her than a lot of other love interests. In fact, Seth was probably my favorite part of this book, though I wish I got more characterization than, "I love this girl and I would do anything for her." It's nice to see a respectful love interest, but I would have loved a little more depth.
I don't think I'm really going to read beyond this installment in the series. After ten years, it doesn't seem like it's been worth the wait and I think I should just focus on series I feel more committed to. Not the worst thing I've read, but not compelling enough for me to stick around.
I don't think I'm really going to read beyond this installment in the series. After ten years, it doesn't seem like it's been worth the wait and I think I should just focus on series I feel more committed to. Not the worst thing I've read, but not compelling enough for me to stick around.