How is it spring already? How are we already a quarter way through 2019? How have I managed to read 6 books this month and not review any of them yet? Well, I’ll tell you why, because I’ve been neglecting my blog for the greatness that is Elias Veturius (more on that below). I promise to have full reviews for these soon, but since it’s the end of March – here’s some TL; DR action!
Sawkill Girls 
By: Claire Legrand
Overall Rating: ★★★★
The Verdict
This is a creepy, dark, feminist Rage Fest for the masses. The main ladies are diverse, unique and so refreshingly weird. Read for a new take on female friendships. Down with the patriarchy! You will rage so hard against the antagonist(s) and love the ending. I love monster stories, so it gets bonus points just for that.
Lady Smoke 
By: Laura Sebastian
Overall Rating: ★★★★
The Verdict
This is book two in the Ash Princess trilogy and I was not disappointed. It wasn’t as amazing as Ash Princess – I really wish there was more magic – but it definitely lives up to the hype. If you were ever into Avatar the Last Airbender, you’ll enjoy book one. And if you’re into strong, independent queens who don’t need a man by their side to kick ass and take names, you’ll fall in love with Theo in book 2.
The Wicked King 
By: Holly Black
Overall Rating: ★★★★
The Verdict
For all my Cruel Prince fans, please don’t hate me, but this series DOES NOT live up to the hype…like at all. The Wicked King wasn’t everything I expected it to be, but it was way better than The Cruel Prince, so I’m giving it a one-up in my star rating. I’m also going to be petty with my rating and say that Jude gets what she deserves and so much more, and I enjoyed seeing her fumble. I still hate Taryn. Locke is the absolute worst. And Cardan is an evil little d-bag (but he can stay because for some odd reason I’m kind of into it). Even though I didn’t enjoy this as much as the masses, the ending was honestly so great.
A Court of Thorns & Roses (Reread) 
By: Sarah J Maas
Overall Rating: ★★★
The Verdict
It’s been a full year since I’ve read ACOTAR so I decided to reread the series in between some of the newer titles I’m getting to. The first time around, I rated this one 3 stars because I couldn’t get behind Tamlin, and Feyre was a whiny brat. Knowing all the twists and turns now (and obviously that SJM is an evil-genius who deserves an award for playing with my emotions) I’m still giving this 3 stars. The set up is worth the outcome in books 2 and 3, so PLEASE READ, but don’t expect book 1 to take your breath away.
An Ember In The Ashes 
By: Sabaa Tahir
Overall Rating: ★★★★
The Verdict
WHY DIDN’T I READ THIS SOONER?! An amazing fantasy world with complex characters and an intense plot. Elias Veturius is the most irresistible f*ckboi ever and I love him to death. Laia is a bit on the annoying side, but she grows on you. I felt like I was reading a Game of Thrones X Throne of Glass Saga and I was not disappointed with the oracular fortune telling, political scheming, and magic. I started book two immediately. Which leads me to…
A Torch Against The Night 
By: Sabaa Tahir
Overall Rating: ★★★★
The Verdict
Per yoozsh, book two isn’t as amazing as book one, but it’s great in its own right. The book is narrated by Elias, Laia and now Helene. If I’m being honest, Helene’s chapters were boring AF but for some reason I can’t resist her character arc. 75% of this book also felt like I was watching season 6 of Game of Thrones. Everyone gets separated, they are all traveling/trying to make it the epic battle, and I had to wait most of the book for the crazy sh*t to go down. BUT, the wait was worth it. That ending…wow. Excuse me while I binge Reaper At The Gates.
Talk To Me
What did you think of my reads this month? Will you be adding any to your TBR? Have you read any of these already?
YESSSSS. Talk about a fantasy binge. I support that 100%.
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Leave it to me to not realize I only read fantasy books this month. They’re my go to!
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I really need to reread ACOTAR. Like, now. That being said I’M STILL DROOLING AND SWOONING OVER THE COVER FOR LADY SMOKE. Dang, it’s beautiful.
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LADY SMOKE IS SO BEAUTIFUL. And agreed that you really do need to read ACOTAR. Power through book one so you can get to the literary gold that is ACOMAF.
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I have the second ACOTAR book literally sitting on my shelf, but just cannot get myself to pick up because I felt #1 was almost an insta-love . . . gah, what to do
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Trust me when I say A Court of Mist and Fury is so much better than ACOTAR. I was so glad I continued the series because it takes such an un unexpected and pleasant turn.
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LOOK AT ALL THIS FANTASY!!! I love this, especially since you didn’t have any terrible reads it seems!
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I haven’t had a terrible read in a while and I feel like it will come back to haunt me eventually. 😬
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