3.5 stars A fun, short prequel. It's the start of Pip's interest in investigation and true crime. It was fun to see how her brain picked up a lot of st3.5 stars A fun, short prequel. It's the start of Pip's interest in investigation and true crime. It was fun to see how her brain picked up a lot of stuff! ...more
This felt like two teenagers living adult lives. Both main characters felt immature for their age, which was a little annoying. Not a fan of the instaThis felt like two teenagers living adult lives. Both main characters felt immature for their age, which was a little annoying. Not a fan of the insta-lust and their first interaction felt a little forced. There were a lot of funny interactions after that, thankfully. The plot was interesting, even if some events were a little over the top. Maybe I should've read the first book, but I think the author did well summarizing what happened in book 1. Overall, I liked the secondary characters and their antics, and the small-town vibes were great, but it felt like a middle-of-the-road book. However, I'm interested in Lucian and Sloane's story. (Sloane was my favorite character in the story by the way). ...more
I had fun with this one! It's Ali Hazelwood's formula once again, and there were a few too many mentions of how big Jack was and how tiny Elsie was (buI had fun with this one! It's Ali Hazelwood's formula once again, and there were a few too many mentions of how big Jack was and how tiny Elsie was (but a lot less than in LotB). However, I liked Elsie and Jack together. I also liked the angle the author used with Elsie (sometimes it's hard to show ourselves exactly how we are) and her character growth was so well done. It was a sweet, entertaining book....more
3.5 stars It's a classic, so I expected it to be slow. But this was even slower than what I expected. However, the mystery kept me interested and the go3.5 stars It's a classic, so I expected it to be slow. But this was even slower than what I expected. However, the mystery kept me interested and the gothic vibes were great. I really liked the ending!...more
House of Gods is the fourth installment in the Royal Houses series.
We continue to follow Kerrigan, a half-Fae, half-human heroine while she ventures House of Gods is the fourth installment in the Royal Houses series.
We continue to follow Kerrigan, a half-Fae, half-human heroine while she ventures into a new world of magic and a very different society. Kerrigan and Fordham face some expected challenges in this new world we’re introduced to and some very unexpected ones too. Their mission is very clear, however nothing goes as planned. The society has a very distinct structure, women are treated as slaves, and Kerrigan is thrust into a number of perilous situations while trying to get her magic back and save her world from the Red Masks.
K.A. Linde’s world-building really shines in this book, marked by rich details that immerse readers in a fascinating and well-crafted universe. The intricate details add depth to the narrative, making the new world truly intriguing and captivating. I wouldn’t mind to read another series set in this crazy world.
While romance plays a significant role in the story, in my opinion, it is lighter compared to previous books in the series, mainly due to Kerrigan and Fordham’s own struggles and the fact that they get separated in the beginning of this story. However, the deep connection between them is truly undeniable. I wasn’t a fan of their separation at first, but I enjoyed Fordham’s journey a lot and how it deepened his understanding of Kerrigan’s life events in their own world.
I expected more from the gladiator tournament, it was fun and entertaining, but I didn’t think the stakes were high enough. Also, it served a very specific purpose which was convenient to the plot.
House of Gods might not be my favorite in the series, but I sure did enjoy the top-notch world-building, the cool new characters, and catching up with my favorite ones in this intriguing new world. It’s a page-turner that left me eager for the next book. This series is perfect for fans of Fourth Wing.
3.5 stars I loved the writing and the characters. All the movie details (sound editing, directing, etc) were fantastic. I'll definitely read more books3.5 stars I loved the writing and the characters. All the movie details (sound editing, directing, etc) were fantastic. I'll definitely read more books by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. However, the first half of the book was a little too slow for me. It took me a while to read it. ...more
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