English is not my first language, I'm using the translator to write this. I had the same impressions as you about this book! The whole build up to the war is weak and convenient for the plot, they are close to the front line, the city is attacked, but there is no rationing of water, energy or food. I liked the book, but it's definitely not a favorite.
I understand what you’re saying. The food rationing point is a great one that I don’t touch on in the video. I wish there were more notable impacts of the war to the cities around the war zone. Thanks for sharing.
Subscribed - you speak exactly like my inner voice ( but more fun). I found your review of the Iron Flame to be on spot. Thank you and keep it up. Cheerfully, an older (40) lesbian heavily invested in fantasy
I wasn’t a fan of it either. I wanted more world building (I read the second one too - better but still not great), and I felt like the MFC didn’t really know how to talk to people. The dialogue felt so…odd, especially between the MFC and her friend. At least to me.
It feels weird to be like, ah, you didn’t like it either! And I am sorry it didn’t work for you. But I’m also glad I’m not alone - I truly felt like a minority opinion. That’s a great point and definitely something I noticed. The dialogue in general didn’t do much for me and contributed to why I didn’t have as much “buy-in” on the romance I think. It’s interesting to know it does get better though… I usually power through a second book just to know what happens, but something about this series has me reluctant.
English is not my first language, I'm using the translator to write this. I had the same impressions as you about this book! The whole build up to the war is weak and convenient for the plot, they are close to the front line, the city is attacked, but there is no rationing of water, energy or food. I liked the book, but it's definitely not a favorite.
I understand what you’re saying. The food rationing point is a great one that I don’t touch on in the video. I wish there were more notable impacts of the war to the cities around the war zone. Thanks for sharing.
I totally feel you! The whole marriage before sex element perplexed me too.
Hi! It’s nice to see you. I’m glad I’m not alone. 🙂
Subscribed - you speak exactly like my inner voice ( but more fun). I found your review of the Iron Flame to be on spot. Thank you and keep it up. Cheerfully, an older (40) lesbian heavily invested in fantasy
Thank you for all the kind comments on my videos. It feels great to have people on the same wavelength as me. Happy to have you here.
I love an honest review! I have some not so great thoughts about a couple of popular books, and im scared to mention it but maybe i will.. LOL
Well if you ever want to share, I’m curious to know… 😌
I wasn’t a fan of it either. I wanted more world building (I read the second one too - better but still not great), and I felt like the MFC didn’t really know how to talk to people. The dialogue felt so…odd, especially between the MFC and her friend. At least to me.
It feels weird to be like, ah, you didn’t like it either! And I am sorry it didn’t work for you. But I’m also glad I’m not alone - I truly felt like a minority opinion.
That’s a great point and definitely something I noticed. The dialogue in general didn’t do much for me and contributed to why I didn’t have as much “buy-in” on the romance I think. It’s interesting to know it does get better though… I usually power through a second book just to know what happens, but something about this series has me reluctant.
You feel so sincere.
When I started my channel, I wanted to be honest in my opinions, even about books I don’t like.