This book is truly a gem. I had no idea what I was going into when I started reading, but before I knew it I was drawn in and then all of the sudden it was 8:30am and well past my bedtime.
The story is told between alternating viewpoints of the queens and Keralie. Sometimes that can be confusing for readers but I promise you, everything flows together flawlessly.
I really enjoyed Scholte's characters. Keralie was brash and defiant so she takes some getting used to, but if you keep turning the pages you'll see you'll be rooting for her in no time. All of the villains are fleshed-out, even giving backstory and making you feel bad for him a time or two. Sort of gave me a complex, so I was super relieved when I found I enjoyed the blossoming relationship between Keralie and Varin.
Now...onto the romance. It has just the perfect amount. I'm not one who loves my books to have a ton of mushy and in your face romance.
I love how suspenseful and well-thought out the plot is. Add in the snarky humor, romance, unique characters with a few plot twists and I think you have my favorite book of the last half of 2018!
I saw on Goodreads where Scholte says FOUR DEAD QUEENS is a standalone, but that there may be some potential to revisit the world of Quadara. I wouldn't mind seeing more from the different quadrants!
I received an advance reading copy via Bookish first for my honest opinion. All opinions herein are of my own and are not swayed by any outside factors.
The story is told between alternating viewpoints of the queens and Keralie. Sometimes that can be confusing for readers but I promise you, everything flows together flawlessly.
I really enjoyed Scholte's characters. Keralie was brash and defiant so she takes some getting used to, but if you keep turning the pages you'll see you'll be rooting for her in no time. All of the villains are fleshed-out, even giving backstory and making you feel bad for him a time or two. Sort of gave me a complex, so I was super relieved when I found I enjoyed the blossoming relationship between Keralie and Varin.
Now...onto the romance. It has just the perfect amount. I'm not one who loves my books to have a ton of mushy and in your face romance.
I love how suspenseful and well-thought out the plot is. Add in the snarky humor, romance, unique characters with a few plot twists and I think you have my favorite book of the last half of 2018!
I saw on Goodreads where Scholte says FOUR DEAD QUEENS is a standalone, but that there may be some potential to revisit the world of Quadara. I wouldn't mind seeing more from the different quadrants!
I received an advance reading copy via Bookish first for my honest opinion. All opinions herein are of my own and are not swayed by any outside factors.