A review by bekahzabel
Shadows so Cruel by Liv Zander

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad 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? No

5.0

I am truly forever changed after reading this duology.

Fast paced, extremely dark, raven shifters, shadow powers, redemption arcs, fated mates, why choose. 

The second book I would say was just a tad less spicy, but wow there were two scenes in here that had me with my jaw on the damn floor. But alas, less spice gave me time and perspective into Malyr, Sebian, and Galantia’s minds and character development. 

This duology does have a HEA (after ripping your heart out of course), and there’s so many triggers so please be sure to double check those. There were a few moments where the writing was a bit more tell instead of show and that’s the only reason this isn’t 5 stars for me. 

But overall this was my cup of tea. I love a dark & tense book, with a riveting plot. Especially with fantasy elements and heavy dark spice. If that’s your thing, I absolutely recommend these. 
Liv Zander is definitely an auto read author for me after consuming these. 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️//🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️.5

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