ridleyreadsthings's Reviews (789)

Utterly amazing. Having been a massive fan of Sarah J.Maas's other series, particularly throne of glass, I had no doubts I would love this book. It was incredible - a perfect mix of fantasy with modern elements, I really enjoyed the world that was created in Cresent City. The hierarchies, the mythology - the inspiration from the Roman Empires and the Norse - it all vibrates through the pages stunningly. Bryce reminded me alot of Aelin and Fayre, while being her own character entirely and that's what I love about Sarah J.Maas- that you can feel all the world's she creates are linked in the same universe, and are hinted at.
I enjoyed the mystery, trying to connect the dots all the way through, the bombshells that fell and the twists and turns and danger as the clock ticked down, page after page, chapter after chapter. It did take me a while to finish but that was because of my own reading stump and dealing with lockdown ect- not because of this book in anyway.
I honestly think this will be her best series yet, and I can't wait to see what happens next. But sidenote, can we please see more of Declan in the next book? I might be in love. 5 stars aren't enough.

I'm crap at writing these but here we go -

This is exactly what I needed to break me out of my funk this past week. I was not expecting ANY of that. Like game of thrones meets the hunger games with a supernatural twist. I loved every second of it. The court politics, the alliances, the love, the hate, the desire for change and willing to do anything for it, even sacrifice your own life. "Anyone can betray anyone." I didn't know who to trust, what to think or expect, I saw danger in every conversation, every stolen kiss, every lie within a lie. It was so perfect. I can't wait to continue on with this series.
Still a little bit in love with Maven, I'm not sorry about it

This novel was adorable on every single level. I struggled to put it down and when it was down all I could think about was when I would get to pick it back up.
It was utterly brilliant, well thought out novel that shines a light on why gay is okay and why do we owe it to anyone to "Come out." When straight people don't? This book was full of love, acceptance. Also, the best things in life can happen when you take a risk and even if you think you know someone, you never really know them. (Also a few entitled obligitory arseholes but who really cares for them anyway) and you know it's a good book when you find yourself falling in love with the characters too.
I will immediately be buying everything that Kevin Van Whye writes in the future. Massive well done. I need a sequel, like yesterday please.