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disnelyse's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, and Murder
Moderate: Blood
jacks_beloved's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book was an absolute feast for me during my reading slump era, which has been prevailing over my life for as long as I can remember. The Kingdom of the Wicked was everything I was hoping it would be, and honestly, more. The pacing was fast and engaging. The mystery element was such that I couldn't put the book down even if I wanted to. The storyline of this book was all I could think about during my waking hours, and sometimes it even encompassed my dreams. The world-building by the author was absolutely amazing and the way she introduced us to the Princes of Hell and slowly immersed us deeper into the Kingdom of the Wicked (literally) had me on my toes, and on the edge of my seat. I can say with firm assurance that I was not bored for a single second.
The only reason I'm not giving this book a perfect rating is because I feel that the writing didn't flow so smoothly and sometimes it was difficult to keep up with where the author was taking us, because it seemed like she expected the reader to already have some idea about her vision. Secondly, I didn't feel the chemistry between Wrath and Emilia, and I feel their character exploration was comprised amidst the fast-moving story.
Overall, however, I would definitely recommend this book to everyone, since it's rapidly carved it's way into my heart (pun) as one of my favourite fantasies of all times.
The only reason I'm not giving this book a perfect rating is because I feel that the writing didn't flow so smoothly and sometimes it was difficult to keep up with where the author was taking us, because it seemed like she expected the reader to already have some idea about her vision. Secondly, I didn't feel the chemistry between Wrath and Emilia, and I feel their character exploration was comprised amidst the fast-moving story.
Overall, however, I would definitely recommend this book to everyone, since it's rapidly carved it's way into my heart (pun) as one of my favourite fantasies of all times.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, and Murder
Moderate: Gore and Grief
Minor: Vomit
siobhanreads's review against another edition
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gore and Violence
Minor: Sexual content
kiara_bilyk's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, Violence, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
ernea_navish's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, Violence, Blood, and Murder
emmabunny's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Murder
saj04's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore
tabea1409's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Violence, Blood, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
hezzahrae's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
A solid read/listen. I really enjoy the way the author has clearly done her research on witchcraft or is possibly a practitioner herself. I'll have to look it up and update.
Emilia being 18 is both fitting and frustratingly accurate. At that age, it feels like the world is yours to explore, and it's time to make your mark in the world. Emilia was ready to take over the family business, debut her recipes and make the restaurant more successful than ever until she got caught up in dark plots of murder, betrayal, and the princes of Hell.
More than once though, I wanted to shake her. That age is also terrible for being stubborn and bull-headed, and she had that in spades. Her own beliefs were shaken to their core, and I understand it's a shock, but she needed to start questioning things a lot sooner. I forgot how invincible 18 year olds think they are; make them witches and it's 10x worse. By all rights, Emilia should have died at least 3 times and should have accepted help way sooner.
Wrath is still hard to pin, but there is clearly more to him than what was shown, and I'm looking forward to seeing more of him.
Solid characterization, and I was not expecting who the murderer was. Emilia will be a force to be reckoned with.
One thing I like about the audiobook is that it does feel more immersive. The background music during some of the more intense scenes really draws you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
TL;DR: Emilia is an oblivious 18yr old witch who gets in way over her head, but it's not her fault no one would tell her the truth. Hell is so not ready.
Emilia being 18 is both fitting and frustratingly accurate. At that age, it feels like the world is yours to explore, and it's time to make your mark in the world. Emilia was ready to take over the family business, debut her recipes and make the restaurant more successful than ever until she got caught up in dark plots of murder, betrayal, and the princes of Hell.
More than once though, I wanted to shake her. That age is also terrible for being stubborn and bull-headed, and she had that in spades. Her own beliefs were shaken to their core, and I understand it's a shock, but she needed to start questioning things a lot sooner. I forgot how invincible 18 year olds think they are; make them witches and it's 10x worse. By all rights, Emilia should have died at least 3 times and should have accepted help way sooner.
Wrath is still hard to pin, but there is clearly more to him than what was shown, and I'm looking forward to seeing more of him.
Solid characterization, and I was not expecting who the murderer was. Emilia will be a force to be reckoned with.
One thing I like about the audiobook is that it does feel more immersive. The background music during some of the more intense scenes really draws you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
TL;DR: Emilia is an oblivious 18yr old witch who gets in way over her head, but it's not her fault no one would tell her the truth. Hell is so not ready.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Gore, Violence, Blood, Grief, and Murder
dietlindrozekin's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Cawpile-method
Characters: 9/10 - Goed uitgewerkt, leuk brutaal en interessant hoe de emoties van het hoofdpersonage soms versterkt worden.
Atmosphere: 9/10 - Ik hou van de world building in dit boek! De context met de duivel en de perceptie van wat houdt de duivel in heeft me enorm bezig gehouden (misschien ook omdat ik voor het vak Christendom een lezing over de Duivel moest leren: de psychologie achter hoe is de duivel ontstaan en waarom is echt interessant).
Writing: 8/10 - Algemeen niets op aan te merken.
Plot: 8/10 - Niet te voorspelbaar.
Intrigue: 9/10 - JA, gewoon ja.
Logic: 6/10 - Naar mijn gevoel niet altijd even volgbaar.
Enjoyment: 9/10
Characters: 9/10 - Goed uitgewerkt, leuk brutaal en interessant hoe de emoties van het hoofdpersonage soms versterkt worden.
Atmosphere: 9/10 - Ik hou van de world building in dit boek! De context met de duivel en de perceptie van wat houdt de duivel in heeft me enorm bezig gehouden (misschien ook omdat ik voor het vak Christendom een lezing over de Duivel moest leren: de psychologie achter hoe is de duivel ontstaan en waarom is echt interessant).
Writing: 8/10 - Algemeen niets op aan te merken.
Plot: 8/10 - Niet te voorspelbaar.
Intrigue: 9/10 - JA, gewoon ja.
Logic: 6/10 - Naar mijn gevoel niet altijd even volgbaar.
Enjoyment: 9/10
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Death, Gore, Grief, and Murder