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A review by endemictoearth
In This Shadow, Longing by Marina Vivancos
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I love this series. It is so healing and therapeutic, but that does mean that we get some difficult things on page, to make that feel authentic and true to the characters.
This one was anticipated, because we've seen Cross be this self-recriminating side character, but in this book, we see just how much he feels responsible for the actions of his old murderous coven. Professional help is required to help him try to heal, and that's where we meet Alex, who is hired to help Cross reengage with his dynamic and curtail the dangerous side effects of ignoring that part of himself.
Lines are blurred, and they have to figure out how to proceed. I liked that this book had some aspects that were addressed in other stories, but fleshed out/shown in a different light. (I felt some echoes of Rough Heat andthe idea of sex work/intimate occupation burnout - it's still respected and important, but probably not sustainable for most people long term. )
These books really do feel restorative. I don't know if the author has any more planned in this series, but I'd love to read more in this biokink universe.
I kindly received an advanced copy from Gay Romance Reviews.
This one was anticipated, because we've seen Cross be this self-recriminating side character, but in this book, we see just how much he feels responsible for the actions of his old murderous coven. Professional help is required to help him try to heal, and that's where we meet Alex, who is hired to help Cross reengage with his dynamic and curtail the dangerous side effects of ignoring that part of himself.
Lines are blurred, and they have to figure out how to proceed. I liked that this book had some aspects that were addressed in other stories, but fleshed out/shown in a different light. (I felt some echoes of Rough Heat and
These books really do feel restorative. I don't know if the author has any more planned in this series, but I'd love to read more in this biokink universe.
I kindly received an advanced copy from Gay Romance Reviews.
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, and Grief
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Death and Murder