When it comes to Soul Hate the premise and cover art really caught my attention. But as I started reading I quickly felt like the author didn't execute her vision and I mentally checked out. The potential was there, and I really wanted this to be good. But in fantasy novels there are several things I consider while reading. The world building, lore, and the overall premise needs to be conveyed as easy as possible for the reader to understand. While also being original and giving an overall message to readers. Overall, while reading the book I just didn't care and there was no impact. The narrative didn't hold my interest so the story quickly crumbled and it felt unbalanced.

Thank you HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter, and NetGalley for providing an ARC.

This is heavier on the politics and lighter on romance. Not a bad thing, but if you're looking for romance, don't say I didn't warn you.

The idea of a soul hate as well as a soul mate is unique and interesting. The idea of trying to work together with a soul hate was definitely interesting and what kept me reading.

The characters are relatable and mostly likeable.

If you like some political betrayals and possible redemptions it's worth a read.

OMG this book was 🔥 . Amazing characters, amazing story amazing everything. So so good, definitely recommend

Such a unique book. We've all heard and dreamed of finding our soulmate. But what if the opposite also existed, what if we have a soulmate?
A wonderfully crafted book. Fascinating to read.

Chapter 1 was amazing, and I was sucked right in. Unfortunately, chapter 2 on became very exposition-heavy and world-building-heavy/political, and I found myself uninterested in continuing. Scenes I wanted to see were skipped/happened off-page, in favor of politics and worldbuilding. I stopped at 16% in.

For romance readers, the tropes are popular, but the execution may miss the mark. I think this will work well for those who lean into more traditional old-school fantasy, rather than romance. For that type of reader, it feels like an easy 4-5 stars if the reader can get past the modern language in what felt like an "Old Rome" setting (in language style, this leaned toward the decidedly modern "Fourth Wing").

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for the ARC.

One of the best reads for me so far!!! Soul Hate is THAT girl of a book. If I could recommend a book for a friend that loves a really good plot, be sure that this will be it.