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Death & Desire by Deborah Wilde

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milicasbookshelf's review

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3.0

It was still so fun story to read, but I expected just... something more.

small_alex's review

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4.0

3.5 stars

Good. I like the little plot twists within the mysteries, and the found family vibes are nice.

lost_goddess's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

I liked it, because Wilde is a great writer, but it took me forever to finish this book. It's a lot like the Magic After Midlife series, which is arguably one of the best series ever, but it doesn't grab me as hard. It got good about 45% in.

readinggrrl's review

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4.0

Ash is back on the case only this time its to help solve a murder or is it? Her biggest clue is a feather that seems to compel who ever is near it with their deepest desire. For Ash though it makes her magic crave it. The victims families are convinced it was an Angel of Death but Ash isn't so sure.

Ash is also trying to navigate her relationship with her mother, one of the heads of the political party calling for the elimination of the magical houses, as well as figure out what in fact a Jezebel is and what her purpose may be.

Ash's love hate relationship with house head Levi is also front and center as she navigates politics, magic and people hell bent on telling her she isn't up to her job. But is her destiny to be a PI or is it something else entirely?

I didn't like this book as much as the last one but it did have its good spots. After a while the push me pull me type of relationship that Levi and Ash have stars to get old for me. I did find the whole Jezebel thing interesting and I love when Ash bests people who keep underestimating her. Overall I liked the book and this series. I will be downloading the 3rd book soon

itsrobinnx's review

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4.0

*Audiobook on Storytel*

Loved the second book in the series! It got real exciting to see how Ashira manages her new power and place in the world. Also contains some very steamy moments!

radioactve_piano's review against another edition

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5.0

Still loving all aspects of Wilde's writing! Ash is kickass, and the story references so much actual history that it's very much "our reality, but with magic". Love the ironies, the tension, the pacing... all of it. Just so thoroughly enjoyable.