Okay so overall I did like the book, I thought the plot was intriguing and I liked the characters. However, I was let down my the romance. As much as I liked Galen and Simon, I just didn't really feel their connection. 

Simon owns an antique store and comes across a weird box with an even weirder ring inside. Galen is one of 7 half fallen angels (Nephilim specifically - which was a new word I learned), who each embody a deadly sin. Galen, aka Wrath, tries to steal the ring before demons find it. This makes Simon a target, and Galen takes him under his protection. 

I liked Simon and Galen, individually. Simon was just trying to live his life like a normal nerdy guy before he's forced into this world of demons and angels. Galen is a class A grump, but of course he seems to have a magic soft spot for a certain nerdy human. While I liked both of them, I wasn't ever completely sold on their romance. They clearly have some feelings for one another, but it seems to jump from they're kinda crushing to falling in love. There was definitely insta-lust, I just wish there was a bit more of them falling for one another on a deeper level so I could feel a little more invested in them. 

What I really liked about this is the whole world building, though it was more just the explanation of angels/demons and their pasts. It was interesting and easy to follow, not too heavy that it bogged down the book. But it was really sad hearing about their past love lives as immortals. All the side characters (soon to be main characters in the rest of the series) had distinct personalities that made them endearing. I loved the relationships between all of them and with Simon as well as he was welcomed into the family. 

The plot really saved this for me. I'm a little bummed about the romance, but I'm going to continue the series and hope it picks up a bit. I like these characters a lot and I can't wait to see what's in store for them.

Read if you like:
• paranormal romance 
• grumpy/sunshine 
• fated mates

Audiobook - I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this audio!  Every character has their own voice and it works so well.  The narration is going to make for a great series reread.