The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King

by

Carissa Broadbent

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Readers who enjoy character-driven fantasy romance with complex relationships and emotional depth would likely enjoy this book.
  • Fans of enemies-to-lovers tropes, vampire stories, and political intrigue in fantasy settings would find much to appreciate.
  • Those who enjoy dual POV narratives and books that explore themes of power, love, and personal growth would also be drawn to this story.
  • Readers who prioritize character development and romantic tension over fast-paced plots would find this book satisfying.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Readers who prefer fast-paced, action-packed fantasy might find the slower pacing and focus on character relationships frustrating.
  • Those who dislike romance-heavy plots in their fantasy novels may struggle with the centrality of the love story.
  • Readers seeking morally unambiguous characters or straightforward good-vs-evil narratives might be put off by the complex motivations and morally gray areas explored in the book.
  • Additionally, those who are sensitive to repetitive phrases or who prefer standalone novels over series might not enjoy this installment as much.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Engaging and emotional romance between Oraya and Raihn
  • Complex character development, especially for Oraya
  • Expansion of the world-building and lore
  • Exploration of Vincent's backstory and his relationship with Oraya
  • Well-written action sequences
  • Beautiful and quotable writing style
  • Satisfying conclusion to Oraya and Raihn's arc
  • Dual POV narration enhances character insights
  • Themes of power, love, and sacrifice are well-explored
  • Strong side characters like Vale, Mische, and Lilith

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Pacing issues, especially in the first half of the book
  • Overuse of certain phrases like "There she is"
  • Some readers felt the conflict resolution was rushed or unsatisfying
  • Lack of consequences for Raihn's actions in the previous book
  • Underdeveloped villains
  • Repetitive plot devices from the first book
  • Some character motivations felt unclear or inconsistent
  • Oraya's quick forgiveness of Raihn bothered some readers
  • Length of the book felt unnecessary to some
  • Reduced roles for certain side characters like Mische

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