I loved the second book of this series, and I loved this one even more! The FMC was a complete badass, the slow burn was beautifully done, sexual chemistry was off the charts, and that cliffhanger just about ripped my soul from my body. I give it 5 stars and 3 chili peppers. I seriously can't wait until book 2!

where do i even start? this book was a masterpiece, an absolute roller coaster of emotions, the most intense addictive ride. it was slow paced and pretty long (632 pages), but i never felt like it dragged. in my opinion, book 2 was even better than book 1, and i loved the book of azrael. but the throne of broken gods just took it to the next level. it was a character driven story, but it still had an engaging complex plot with action.

the best part of the book has to be dianna. the way the author explored and handled her feelings of grief, guilt and rage was so tangible. i felt for her so much and it was heartbreaking. her pain was relatable and her anger understandable. but also i was rooting for her throughout her whole female rage/revenge/villain era. she's such a queen. she went through all the stages of grief in this book and it was so beautiful and gut-wrenching to be on this journey with her. if you love morally grey female characters and enjoyed nesta's arc in ACOSF, you will love this. but instead of just lashing out with her words like nesta did, dianna also lashed out with physical violence.

i cannot leave samkiel (liam) out of this. he's literally the perfect man (god?). a grumpy thousand-year old god, the most powerful being in the universe, so polite and morally good but such a dirty talker and a flirtatious man who always has a clever and witty reply to dianna's hostility. he literally has the weight of the world on his shoulders and has so much past trauma, but this man only cares about his dianna. he would do anything for her. he never stops fighting for her and he never gives up on her, even when she keeps pushing him away. he loves dianna truly and entirely, including her every flaw and dark jagged piece. he's so loyal and patient. his devotion to her is unwavering. this man, I SWEAR.

the slow burn was SLOW and BURNING. like those two went through it. it was raw and messy, and there was a constant push and pull (especially on dianna's part). the tension between them was thick and the angst was heavy, but it was so rewarding in the end. the eventual intense and passionate spice was absolutely worth the wait.

something new that i enjoyed in this book was the found family aspect with the hand, samkiel's loyal friends and elite warriors. i particularly loved cameron and xavier's thousand-year-long unresolved feelings for each other (the angst aaaah). they all (we don't mention *******) welcomed and accepted dianna as their own even after everything she did, and that's exactly what she needed. plus they brought in some much needed lighthearted and funny moments.

the world building expanded and developed a lot in this book. the plot is thickening. and THE END! it was a plot twist galore with huge reveals and betrayals, emotional and heart wrenching scenes. it ended on a cliffhanger and i need book 3 right this second. amber, you need to pay for my therapy bills because you wrecked me. i will need a year (at least) to recover.

i would like to thank netgalley and the publisher, rose & star, for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The Throne of Broken Gods was book 2 of this crazy series and I just finished it. Whew! I need a drink.
I’m giving this 5 ⭐️. The reviews were all over the place with this book but I loved it. It’s something I just couldn’t put down. I loved all the characters in this story. I think I held my breath through most of it.
It’s 600 pages which is generally too long for me but I loved it. It had great world building and I thought Dianna was kick ass! She was unhinged. Broken. Have you ever felt grief? The pains so deep that it’s all you can feel? I have. If an author writes an intensely, undying love story then I’m in! I recommend this if you like a long story with lots of feels. It was good. I’m excited for book 3. Gimme, gimme, gimme!
Amber V. Nicole you’re amazing!
Thanks IBPA via NetGalley.

OMG!!!! Awesome from the beginning to the end!
I read this book without reading the first one. Yes, I know, that's silly but I read the blurb and I just couldn't help it. Because of all the flashbacks it wasn't as confusing as it could have been.
I love your morally grey characters.... and I hope to read the first book (to have an even better understanding of some of the characters motivations) before reading the third one... because I need a third one.
Keep writing like this. Your style is great.

This book was a good sequel to The Book of Azrael and I agree with fellow reviewers that this will put me in a slump until further notice. The world building was amazing and I felt truly immersed in the world that she was building.

There’s nothing worse than finishing a book and feeling like it was a waste of time, especially if it's over 800 pages long and took five days to slog through.

The good moments from The Book of Azrael that sparked a little hope in this series were sorely missing from The Throne of Broken Gods. I know I read an ARC, but I don’t think I’ve ever read anything that felt so unedited in my life. There are maybe five things of importance in this book buried under hundreds of pages of inane and useless information. I’m not sure if Nicole is trying and failing to make the world bigger and more complex or if my current reading slump is worse than I thought, but I was not invested in almost anything that happened.

I strongly believe that the interesting and important parts of these two books could have been edited down into one very exciting and compelling book. By making it two and adding so much unnecessary exposition, I’m left here wondering why I’ve read almost 1700 pages with so little payoff. I want to like this series and these characters, but I can’t put myself through any more of this.

Firstly, Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for BLESSING ME with this book to review.

"The Throne of Broken Gods" is an absolute rollercoaster of emotions that left me utterly wrecked in the best way possible. I can't even begin to describe the masterpiece that this book is. From its intricately woven plot to its breathtaking writing, every aspect of this story is a work of art.

This book seamlessly combines humor and devastation, sensuality and action, romance and betrayal. The ending, while not as horrific as in The Book of Azrael, still left me reeling and making feral noises in the middle of the night. It's a testament to the author's skill that I survived it, and now I'm left craving more.

As much as I love this book, the wait for the next installment is torturous. Amber V Nicole has left me hanging on the edge of my seat, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this captivating saga. If you're ready for a book that will shatter your psyche and leave you begging for more, "The Throne of Broken Gods" is a must-read.

This was an anticipated read for 2023 and it did not disappoint! Such a good continuation of The Book of Azrael, I couldn't put it down!

I literally felt all the freaking feels with
this book...And it was AMAZING!!!!!
I don't know how to even describe how
I feel about this story, I know anything
I say won't do it justice. It was brilliant!!
From the very beginning, middle, and end.
Ohh, and then that cliffy was just brutal.
Highly, highly anticipating the next book.💛

Thank you to the author and publishers for the chance to read this amazing novel!!

When I saw that The Throne of Broken Gods was available on Netgalley… I RAN!! The book of Azreal is so amazing I couldn’t wait to see what book two held and let’s just say I was not disappointed! This book had me flipping pages into the wee morning hours!! So if you’re looking for something with fantasy, romance, drama, suspense… and all the things that just make up a stellar novel!! Than The Throne of Broken Gods is a must read!! Add it to your shelf now!

This was a phenomenal sequel to the series!!! The author has such a magnificent writing style that crafts an addictive story that completely absorbs you from page one and doesn’t let you go. Not to mention the romance, which had my heart skyrocketing at every turn. The main characters’ chemistry is absolutely enthralling and their complex dynamics are very unique. I cannot wait to see what else this world has to offer and the fate that lies ahead for the characters. I cannot recommend this series enough to anyone who loves romance and fantasy.

I’ve not long finished and can already tell this book is going to give me the biggest hangover. I need the next one immediately!!

Samkiel and Dianna!? Swoon. Their character development is so well done, Dianna’s grief is palpable and her reactions (while extreme) are exactly what I expected from her character development in the first book.

The world building… I can’t put it into words if I’m honest. There’s a lot of description and build up, and heaps of politics in this second instalment (always seems to be the way) but I couldn’t put the book down. I inhaled this. It’s a big book, but nevertheless, I couldn’t get enough. Part of me wanted it to be longer still.

The multiple pov was new. The first book was between Dianna/Liam. This time we get insights into most of the characters internal thoughts. It was a little jarring at first but I felt like each switch in view offered a little more information for us as the reader.

I loved this book and will definitely be picking up book 3!

This is book two in the gods and monsters series and I was thoroughly hooked! It's a paranormal/fantasy romance with vampires, magic, spice and so much more! I definitely recommend reading these books.

Grief consumes Dianna, shaking her world to its core. She is a monster that sounds like thunder, driven by desire to avenge the tragic death of Gabby. Her rampage is a quest to hold accountable all those who betrayed her and, most important, the gentle soul that was Gabby. Amidst this chaos, Samkiel tries to save her while also saving the world from her.

In "The Throne of Broken Gods" by Amber V. Nicole, the second installment of the captivating "Gods and Monsters" series, Dianna's all-consuming wrath and Samkiel's perilous quest to both safeguard humanity and navigate his complex feelings for a woman who, by all accounts, should be his adversary. The echoes of their tumultuous past reverberate, as Samkiel grapples with the precarious balance between duty and an unexpected attraction that mirrors a centuries-old struggle. Will they confront the palpable chemistry that simmers beneath their conflicts? Is their bond irreparably fractured or is there hope for redemption? Both characters are haunted by their own inner demons, adding layers of complexity to their journeys.

Amidst the tempest of emotions and vendettas, a tapestry of supporting characters emerges, each with their own motivations and perspectives. The inclusion of multiple points of view adds to the narrative. I yearn for more content in the lives of Xavier and Cameron, whose I’ve grown so attached to.

One of the book's most interesting aspects is the way it channels Dianna's rage and destruction. Her fury feels justified, immersing readers in her turmoil and leaving us divided between sympathy and exhilaration. The book’s ending was a cliffhanger, I cannot wait to read more!

"The Throne of Broken Gods" earns a solid 5 out of 5 stars from me. Its compelling narrative had me glued to its pages, and the pacing was so engrossing that I devoured the book far more quickly than I thought I would. While its length might seem daunting, the story's magnetic pull is impossible to resist. The multifaceted perspectives, Dianna's unapologetic rage, and the electrifying chemistry between the protagonists collectively create an experience that promises an exciting continuation of the series.

If readers liked the first book readers will enjoy the second book. It continues to showcase a fun writing style while intertwining a deep plot line.

“You’re a fool if you think I would be happy in a world where you did not exist.”

This book begins following the gut wrenching heartbreak of the Gabby's death. Samkiel fights to bring Dianna back from the grips of her own monster, whilst evil begins its battle to destroy them both.

I was slightly startled by the other points of view in this book, but they really added to the overarching storyline, and drew me further and further into the story.

I could not put this book down, consumed by the need to see Samkiel succeed, and Dianna finally emerge from her monstrous grief and vengeance to accept the love she so desperately needs.

"I refuse to live without you. There will be no peace in this realm or the next. I will burn this universe down to embers for you. I will leave nothing untouched, taking apart anyone that’s ever hurt you piece by piece."

I need book 3 ASAP!!!

This cliff hanger??? Absolutely not. The angst was there, the spice, the pining and I just want my little cinnamon rolls to be happy.

Okay so I thought the first book was amazing and I was nervous to pick up the second one but it did not disappoint. It was everything I wanted it to be and more. Especially in the spice department.

I absolutely loved the multiple(and I mean multiple) POVs. I loved getting to know what everyone was thinking and feeling and also seeing things play out from their perspective. It adds so much more dimension to the book.

I fell even harder for Samkiel in this book. My favorite thing about him was that he didn’t speak “normally”. I found it the most adorable thing ever.

And Diana? I felt everything she felt! I was able to connect with her on such a deep level. I love how Gabby was her everything. Having a sister myself, I know exactly how she felt.

One thing I did hate about this book though…it ended. I need more. I need to know what is going to happen it’s only been a few hours since I’ve finished it and I’m already going crazy. I’m not sure I can wait for the third book.

Oh. My. Word. That tension and build up gets me every timeeeee. Samkiel is goals. I love a man that will let give you a choice in everything but will also burn the world to keep you safe. And the mouth on that man?!? Shewwwwww 🥵🤤

But seriously, Dianna is a badass bitch and her grief was deeeeeppppp. I love the work through of the trauma and I am also a sucker for found family with good banter.

The banter and angst and tension between her and Samkiel is beautifully frustrating. I need the next book asap!!

thank you netgalley for a free arc of this book in exchange for an honest review!
but im gonna go ahead and buy a physical copy of this, especially since i already have the first one!
devastated by the events of the first book dianna goes on a rampage that no one can save her from
but samkiel will try

this one was so fun! so much more character and relationship development! dianna was definitely unhinged and i . . . didn't mind that at all? she didn't annoy me at all like the way she did in the first one and normally when the murderous fmc is a little too murderous it just seems campy to me and ends up annoying me but the way dianna's grief was handled in this one made me understand her motivations and accept her character more. samkiel's patience with her was just ugh perfect. dianna's grief mixed with samkiel's attempt to save her was the perfect way to show how love is as painful as it merciful

there were some cringe moments, some POVs i didn't really care for or think were necessary. like i said with the first one, i didn't think this book needed to be as long as it was. yes some plot twists were predictable and yes i still gasped when they were revealed

that all being said, i cannot wait for book 3