Okay let me just start by WOW!!!

Wtf I did not expect to like this as much as I did (because I did not really hear about this book before) but I was so wrong!!

It was such a good book with the perfect amount of spice but also secret and magic✨

I really hope there’s a second book🖤🖤

I loved this book! The Book of Azrael is everything I want in a fantasy series—interesting and developed world, complex characters, recognizable tropes that are subtle and don't feel overtly cliche. Right from the start you're thrust into the world. There's no slow introduction filled with info-dumps and tedious world building.

This is a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romance set in a world filled with celestial beings and supernatural creatures that coexist with mortals. The world is complex and fully-realized. The progression of the character development and relationships are naturally paced yet still filled with depth. Even the slower parts of the plot (which are few and far between) hold your attention and serve a purpose in the character development. The stakes are high, the quips sarcastic, the emotions palpable and balanced with humor. I can't wait for book two!

Dark fantasy aesthetic but it’s more like national treasure meets frozen (sisterly bond and all ) interesting morally grey character. I liked his depiction in both works perspectives

I apologize for the delayed review I’ve had issues logging into my account.

The ENDING! The Book of Azrael was amazing. I heard so so many good things and it really did live up to expectations.

I tried to give this book a fair shot multiple times (hence why I'm giving feedback almost a year after publication. I just couldn't get into it. Perhaps I'm personally moving away from fantasy romance.

I did like the book but I was not in love with the book. It felt like a slow burn and slow burns are not my cup of tea so it was a challenge to get through. Also I was getting lost in the story, especially with the constant switching of names. I would like to get this book another go at a later date to give it another try.

The Book of Azrael by Amber Nicole has shape changing vampires, witches and gods, this is a fantastical story that also looks at the dangers of making deals.

I enjoyed the story and agreed with what Dianna's sister said to her about making deals with powerful men - that it's not always a good idea!

I was given this book in exchange for an unbiased review, so my thanks to NetGalley and to Rose and Star Publishing.

Really wanted to get into this book but couldn't. I don't think it's fair to leave a review for a book I ended up not finishing. Nothing majorly wrong, just not for me.

First off I want to say that as soon as I saw the title I just had to get the book. Why? Because my dog’s name is Azrael. Also that cover !!
I loved this book. So well done and I was hooked from the very beginning .

I do recommend.

I received a copy of The Book of Azrael by Amber Nicole from NetGalley. This book has been on my reading list for months now, and it kept getting pushed back. This fantasy romance novel is action-packed, adventurous, and romantic. It’s the first book of the Gods and Monsters series.
Dianna gave up her life a thousand years ago to save her sister after the Gods' War. Kaden, a monster who heard her plea changes her. Now, she is a feared creature in the Otherworld and has to do whatever Kaden says. Samkiel is the King of Gods who has been in exile for thousands of years and has been dubbed the world-ender. Death of a celestial brings Samkiel aka Liam back from exile. Dianna and Liam cross paths, their kinds are sworn enemies. Dianna makes a deal with Liam, and both reluctantly team up to stop Kaden from finding an ancient text, The Book of Azrael.
Initially, it was a little slow when the author was building up the world. It took me a while to completely immerse myself in the world. But, once Samkiel aka Liam enters the equation, the pace immediately picks up. I loved the slow burn and enemies-to-lovers trope for Liam and Dianna. Both of them are aware, that they are enemies but know they need to work together. When they start spending time together, then they try to understand each other and become friends. Both of these characters on paper are different, one is a monster, and the other is a God, but they make sense together.
The Book of Azrael is an extremely interesting fantasy romance. The world Amber Nicole has created, and these characters are amazing. I don’t know why I didn’t read this book sooner. The elements of romance, action, and adventure are perfectly balanced. I loved Liam and Dianna’s characters. They are so badass, and their chemistry is off the charts. I can’t wait to read the second book of the series and see how Liam and Dianna's story continues.

I dragged my feet starting this for the size alone
So I booked a 7 day beach trip and just read this for 3 straight days. The book didn't lag or drag on. The book sucks you in with its mystery, world ending, demons and various other otherworldly creatures. It's perfection. And now I need book 2 because this cannot be the end it has the biggest cliffhanger

This was a chunky book! I really really liked the story! I felt there could have been 200 pages less, but I still really enjoyed this and have recommended this to quite a few people who have also really enjoyed! Thank you so much.

3.5 stars

I'll be honest, the writing wasn't that strong for me but I don't need that in my dark romance because this book delivered on the things I do like. I loved the enemies to lovers trope and the morally grey MC (give that to me every time) and while it was definitely a little too long, I won't deny that I flew through this book. I also really liked the magic system. I don't read alot of fantasy dark romance but this book has made me realise it's a genre I need to get in to. Definitely recommend.

A wonderful world full of flawed and mythic creatures. A king reluctant to renter the world. A myth that follows him. It’s a great chance to immerse yourself in a realm of fantasy . A heroine who has really made @ deal with the devil. A good read.

For a tik tok sensation it really wasn't that bad!! The first 150 or so pages are a little slow, but after that it really gets exciting and pulled me in! For a debut, I thought the writing was done well, pacing was pretty good and overall an enjoyable cast of characters! Definitely want to dee what happens next and hopefully all the favorite tropes continue!

OMG this book literally has my entire heart, the characters, the plot, the villains, and the ending?? just absolute *chefs kiss*

Enemies to lovers
Touch her/him and die
Forbidden love
Complex and incredible world building and character development

You know those books that you are so enthralled in, that you forget to eat and end up staying up until like 6am because you cannot put it down? The Book of Azrael was that book for me, I'm looking back now at my notes on this book and it is so sparse because I genuinely so engrossed I forgot to write my actual feelings down, but best believe this was my ultimate favourite fantasy read of last year.

Dianna Martinez is an Ig'Morruthen, to save her sister, she sacrificed her mortal life, and allowed Kadne (the king of all kings) to change her. Now she's his second in command, a strong, fierce and commanding FMC, with lots of cutthroat actions and sarcasm thrown into the mix. Samkiel/Liam is known as the world ender, the god of all and seen as a myth by many. Struggling with PTSD as a result of the last war he fought, obliterating his home on Rashearim. We follow him as he grapples with his self-inflicted and internal hatred towards himself for his past mistakes, and the turmoil and utter devastation it's caused him. As a result, he prefers solitude, and distances himself from the world that still exists, finding it hard to connect with others, and feel, after so many years of numbing his pain. The two's lives become entwined, as the centuries old enemies work together to find the ancient relic that may hold the future of their world and every other realm in between.

Honestly, I haven't got a single bad thing to say about this book. The writing is amazing, descriptive and fully immersive, full of strong complex and multi-layered characters with twists and turns galore, it'll have you on edge, wanting to throw the book across the room. Jam packed full of action, betrayals, double crossing, and a little dash of spice. At the heart it's about love and the lengths you'd go to, to protect the ones you care most about. Dianna and Gabby's relationship was so wholesome and sweet and showed a whole other side to Dianna. Gabby is her entire world and she would burn the world to the ground if a threat was ever made towards her, so much so that she even puts her life in the hands of those she's been brought up to see as enemies to ensure her safety.

The ending though absolutely broke me. I am sending a bill to you Amber. for emotional damage, because I was NOT expecting that, and now I am waiting patiently (or not so) for the next book in the series, and sitting in denial



This is just by far one of my favourite fantasy series, packs an emotional punch and just full of flirty banter and slow burn romance, with a strong and villainous FMC, and a heroic MMC. What's there not to love?

Wowowow I loooooved this! I have reread it twice already and I cannot wait for the next one. The characters, the vibe, the story line. This was so much fun and dark and everything I wanted. It was so unique and the FMC? Chefs kiss. This is slow burn and not spicy and does deal with trauma, but it’s worth it.

A thousand years ago, Dianna gave up her life in the deserts of Erioa to save her dying sister. She called upon anyone who would listen, not expecting a monster far worse than any nightmare to answer.When I started reading I couldn't put it down.Amber Nicole is magnifysent and amazing writer.I cannot wait to read more of there books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this books.Can't wait for the next book

I was so excited to read this book! The spice was great but the story was even better !! Thank you so much for this advanced readers copy.

I haven’t read much fantasy, but when I read the synopsis of this book I was very intrigued. And rightly so. Having read this now, I can safely say that this was a fun, engaging, very enjoyable start to a series and I can’t wait to read the rest.
The author built a world that was so interesting that not only did I want to know more about the relationships between the hero and the heroine, but I was also so invested in their own lives, their backgrounds and relationships with the other characters. I gobbled up the crumbs about their back stories, and also looked forward to their own chemistry and relationship building throughout the book.

Highly recommended to those who like fantasy and romance.