Who is this book for?
- Fans of slow-burn romance stories with a fantasy setting.
- Readers who enjoy Chinese xianxia novels and cultivation themes.
- Those interested in LGBTQ+ representation in fantasy literature.
- People who appreciate complex character relationships and development.
- Fans of stories that blend humor, drama, and supernatural elements.
Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?
- Readers uncomfortable with explicit sexual content or dubious consent scenarios.
- Those looking for a purely plot-driven story without romantic elements.
- People who prefer straightforward narratives without frequent flashbacks.
- Readers expecting deep exploration of political themes or societal change.
- Those sensitive to depictions of violence or dark themes in fantasy settings.
Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book
- Satisfying conclusion to the main storyline
- Emotional and romantic development between Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji
- Humorous and heartwarming moments between the main characters
- Exploration of complex relationships and character arcs
- Inclusion of extra chapters showing life after the main events
- Beautiful artwork and illustrations
- Rich world-building and Chinese cultural elements
- Compelling mystery and plot twists
- Funny dialogue and character interactions
- Exploration of themes like redemption and found family
Things people didn't like as much about this book
- Explicit sexual content that some readers found disturbing or poorly written
- Lack of resolution for some side character storylines
- Pacing issues, especially in the final confrontation scenes
- Overreliance on flashbacks that disrupted the flow
- Underwhelming or rushed ending to the main plot for some readers
- Extra chapters taking up a large portion of the book
- Consent issues in some intimate scenes
- Lack of deeper exploration of societal/political themes
- Repetitive scenes or dialogue at times
- Tonal shifts between dramatic plot and romantic elements
