Sweet, slow, and realistic

4.5 ⭐

This was such a unique world that I not only appreciate the time and effort put into the conceptualizing and delivery of the world, I appreciate the dedication of keeping the feel and word choices true to the setting.

Even if I found some of those

Word choices

A little bizarre

In specific situations.

But I’m chalking that up to their culture and the new world setting.

The plot was really interesting. There were a lot of mysteries yet to be revealed, but I not only mind the slow pacing, I adore it. There’s a lot of things that our main characters have to deal with, and while it would make for an entirely entertaining story if it were resolved immediately, it would take away the beauty of the journey leading up to the rewards. Not to mention, unrealistic. But of course, not that this isn’t entertaining. I atleast find that it is. But if one were to look for a fast-paced action-filled fantasy, then this isn’t for them.

Aurora oh I have so much mixed feelings about her. But everything she goes through is realistic based on the factors that we know. I love so many things about her character as well as dislike a lot of reactions, but I can’t say that it’s because of bad writing. No, she was written so well that I actually would have hated it if she was given an insta-transformation or at least had her progress been quicker. This is perfect.

Caelum is a sweetheart. It’s a bit hard to understand him early on, but he has good intentions. He’s doing so much for everyone around him, including for her. Sometimes I wish he actually told her a few things, but I understand his reasons as to why he hasn’t.

The romance was slow going, but he fell first, and that much is obvious from the start. From what I can tell, she probably hasn’t yet. There’s a bit of misunderstandings here and there, but that’s what she has nurtured growing up. The spice is definitely steamy, but where I would like to mention the choice words that I mentioned earlier. It didn’t bother me much, but might not be everyone’s cup of tea. It was sweet and intimate though.

One thing I will mention that felt off to me, is the ending. I'm not sure if I just expected more from that but it felt abrupt. It didn't feel like a place where one would end a book, but simply the end of a chapter. But that might just be my personal opinion.

To the author, Martha Sweeney, I love the world you made. You made it so unique and have made the lore that more interesting. This was a wonderful start to your series and I’m just waiting for more!