*I received a free copy of this ebook from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.*

This book sounded quite interesting, but once I started reading it, I had to force myself to keep going. I lost interest so quickly. It had potential—it just didn’t meet it.

Nyx (18) and Erebus (21) could have been good together, and occasionally they were. Their first meeting had a good combative spark, but it fizzled out for the rest of the book. They didn’t have much chemistry after that, nor did it seem like they really had an opportunity to get to know each other. And then they were suddenly in love when it became pertinent to the story. The villains were so . . . dastardly and melodramatic, overdone.

In fact, that’s how the writing felt—overdone, like it was trying too hard to be epic. It just didn’t work for me.

Perhaps there could be a second book, but I don’t know. I don’t think it needs one.

Note: Some swearing, quite a few f words.

Note: Thank you to Netgalley & the publishers for allowing me access to this arc!

My Review
Right from the start ("In the Beginning”), I knew this book was going to be a fast-paced book that I wouldn't be able to put down. And boy, was I right! Relic and Ruin is an exciting adventure that I had no problem sliding through.
This book fits into the YA and Fantasy categories perfectly. So if that is what you are looking for, then read on! Now I need to add the author's other books to my tbr.

The Good Things
1. The main characters are all written well.
2. I want to mention that the relationships between the necromancers and reapers are intriguing and definitely add a bit more dimension to the overall book. It's an interesting relationship dynamic and certainly one that I have not seen written before.
3. I also love the monsters and zombies that are mixed into the chaos. Talk about exceptional world-building.
4. The book is fast-paced and action-packed. 


The Bad Things
1. I SPED through this book, which in my opinion, is a good thing! Others may see it as a bad thing, as they may want a book with a bit more UMPH that isn't so rushed.
2. Some of the supporting characters are a bit lackluster.
3. The last chapter was NOT my favorite. However, it did leave me wanting to read the next book in the series! I suppose that is the point, though. 


My Final Rating:
☆☆☆☆ (Goodreads)
☆☆☆☆ (Blog)

I loved this story. my only complaint is it wasn't long enough I would have loved more world building. I loved the chapter titles I had to go and Google some to see if they were real 🤣 found out some interesting facts. I hope the author writes more following on this book.

I wish I could say I enjoyed this. I loved the intro, it had me super hooked and giddy to begin reading. Even the first few chapters were great. But by about a quarter through the book, I started to lose interest and I don't remember much after the first half of the book. I love all the names and different fears though.

I'd like to thank Netgalley for this chance to read and review this story.

I was given this ARC by the publisher in return for an honest review.

Jealousy is so powerful.
Jealousy can really make someone do some crazy shit.

Relic and Ruin is a book about the Necromancers and the Reapers.
The Banshee and the Wraith.

Nyx Lahey, a necromancer, was raised a Reaper. Erebus Salem, a hunter with the ability to turn into a raven to escape danger. Erebus, harbors a secret, he's not alive. He also does not remember who he was and where he came from. All he knows is his name and his only connection to his past is his locket. He lives in Dewmort, an in-between world, a city of unfinished business where the souls of the supernatural resides. While chasing a ghost that is killing young girls, Nyx unexpectedly runs into Erebus Salem. Erebus loses his locket while on the hunt, which ends up in Nyx's hands. Determined to get it back, Erebus along with his friends keeps an eye on Nyx. But, they aren't the only ones lurking in the shadows. Bellum wants the Relics for his own purpose. Soon Nyx and Erebus are being hunted by Bellum and must avoid being captured.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and had to keep going to find out what is happening. This was a fast pace, adventurous book full of supernatural creatures and action. It was dark and intense. It even got a little gory. The book follows three different worlds: Earth, the Hallows, and Dewmort. I absolutely love all the characters, well except for the villains (but who likes villains anyway?). I LOVE the dynamic between Nyx and Erebus.

HOWEVER, the book feels a little rush. I felt like we were given a little information about the world before moving on again to another one. Also, since there's so many characters, more character development would have been great. The author provides a little background but that's about it. There were some characters that didn't even have a background story. I also felt a little confuse at times while reading a book when it goes from past to present perspective? Like what?

With all that being said. I STILL ENJOYED THIS BOOK. That ending. That ending got me ugly crying emotional.

Reapers and Necromancers was never a duo I thought I would ever encounter but HERE WE ARE. AND IT WAS DELIGHTFUL. This was a very suspenseful book that had me turning the pages a little too fast sometimes that I had to force myself to slow down because the book is a little fast paced and if you miss some detail you get a little lost or miss some character development. Overall a very god fantasy book that I recommend!

I really enjoyed this book because it was full of action and suspense! The main characters were unique and interesting as was the plot. I really enjoyed this book and highly recommend readers try it.

I was given this ARC by the publisher in return for an honest review. Thank you so much to the publisher!!

Nyx was a necromancer (someone who can raise the dead), but was raised to be a Reaper (the enemy of necromancers). Erebus is a ghost with u finished business who works with other ghost Reapers. The only thing is Erebus has no idea where he comes from or how he died. When someone starts raising the dead in their area, Nyx and Erebus meet and feel drawn to each other. And after they keep meeting to help take down the army of the dead; they discover they are far more than they thought, and they are far more linked than they ever thought possible.

I really enjoyed this book! I loved the dynamics between Reapers and Necromancers and how dark and gritty it was. I loved the dynamic between Nyx and Erebus. I’m a sucker for fated loves. I also loved all the supporting characters. And how we followed around all the different aspects of the story, in our Earth, Dermont, and the Hallows. The magic system was very cool!

I did feel like the book was rushed and could have done a lot more world building and character development. I feel like we got just the basic rundown of the different worlds before we were moving on to the next. I also thought the characters could have been developed far more, if you’re going to have that large of a supporting cast I feel like there needs to be a lot more background and detail in what’s happening to them. Sometimes there would only be 1 paragraph explaining what’s happening to a particular character before we were moving on to the next perspective.

That being said I did thoroughly enjoy it, it kept my attention and I really was invested by the end. I’m giving this 3 stars, definitely a physical copy buy for me and I’ll definitely read any other sequels that come out!