I really enjoyed this world and the characters. I also LOVE the writing style too. It's so beautiful. It really adds to the story itself.

I love this series so much! It's so much fun!!! The mysteries are top-notch and the romance is very spicy!

Ugh. I wanted to love this because the series is great, but I just felt like there were too many loose ends. It was a good ending, but not great. Maybe if this was split into 2 books instead of just one, I would've been happier.

Best book yet! Loved the mystery, and the lore drop! I'm just having so much fun with this series! It makes me happy, so FIVE STARS!

3.5 out of 5
Great LGBTQ+ rep in this book, and I LOVED the noir feel of this book. The mystery was very interesting and kept me engaged.

1.5

I have so much to complain about, but this book does something I HATE. I hate when a series has a book where only exposition happens, and then SUDDEN CLIFFHANGER.
You gave me nothing this WHOLE book and end with that?

Anyway, why does Aster spend so much time describing clothing, when her most important item isn't described once?
What does a star stick look like?
I picture a stick with a star on top. And no one can tell me I'm wrong, because Aster said nothing!

Some things made me uncomfortable (the grooming), but it was a very interesting read. At first, I thought a 4, but after sitting with it a bit, it's more of a 3. It's good and enjoyable, but it's not leaving an impression.

3.5 out of 5
I really enjoyed this book, but it just felt too long. I don't know what I'd edit out though. It was a really touching story.

I really enjoyed it, despite the insta-love, but I'm finding it didn't leave an impression on me. It's cute but not deep. I think it's a fun read if you just want something sweet and simple.