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Not a favorite of the series - it took me to around the middle of the book to get really interested in the story. Maybe it's because I could never really relate to Chaol, not sure. Overall fine, but I don't think I'd re-read this one. 

Really liked this story, though it does feel like it's mainly setting up the books to come (which, as I understand it, is the case?). 
There are some pacing issues and often descriptions are a tad sloppy or read weird. This is YA fiction, though, and the author was pretty young herself when she wrote it. With that understanding, it's a good (but mostly harmless) read that left me wanting to learn more about the characters. Will continue reading the series. 

Quick read, thoroughly enjoyable. I've read the first two of the Deal with a Demon series, and it was lovely to see what Ramanu has been up to in his little break. 
Overall a very straight-forward, light-hearted romance with some spice, a delightful way to spend an evening. Definitely recommended!

Interesting world-building, familiar tropes (fated mates, enemies to lovers, shared bed, tortured MMC, etc), lovely read. Not as spicy as I'd hoped (but then I've been hopelessly spoiled lately). I'm looking forward to reading the next part of the series. 

Recommended if you like fae + dark romance though!

<spoiler> This book has a cliffhanger ending. As for spice, you'll get some of that, but quite tame. It will get your heart beating a little faster, but didn't do more than that for me - that said, it's not like every book has to^^
I just went into this and was promised spice by the "one quote to recommend this book" content and was left a little... restless hehe)</spoiler>

Almost 5 stars for me - detracting half a point for the challengingly slow start (really had to force myself to read on), and the overused "pack mentality" trope that so often plagues supernatural romance.
That said, the book is a delightful read: it engages your knowledge of history and science as the characters talk about books and their authors, and it was just really enjoyable to come across so many references I know from completely different contexts. Plus, the deliciously slow build-up on the romance created a suspenseful story arc! 

There is a lot of character establishment and world building here, so I feel like Books 2 and 3 of the series will give a more rounded picture of the actual character development - for this book, there are places where characters seem a little predictable, and Diana doesn't feel like she's fully come into herself. 

<spoiler>I was a …

Read this in about 3 hours: it's a lovely story with a great flow. I particularly loved the characters, a young, non-binary cleric, an old woman with a great life story, and the time they spend together while telling a story. The back cover reads "An epic in miniature, beautifully realized" (Zen Cho), or "At once epic and intimate, this story of revenge, power, and the weight of history is a small, masterful jewel" (Aliette de Bodard)--- and I couldn't say it better myself. Strong recommendation from me. 

I've been reading this for a little while, and decided to use this pretty much like a text book: writing up notes, memorizing important facts and pieces of information. 
This book is great if you're interested in the science behind self-help techniques, but also want a book that takes the reality of women's lives into account. It's a detailed and compassionate look into our inner demons (or, madwoman in the attic), and has so many offers about what direction you might want to think in next. 
It's not going to be a good fit for anyone looking for a to-do list. Here, you learn why you may be thinking a thing, and how you can investigate this further - and also, how this ties in with Western societal expectations. 

I really loved reading this, and will continue to use it as a basis for how I think about myself and …

Been "reading" this for more than a year now. I really enjoyed it, I liked the story, I also liked the characters... I just stopped reading it one day? No idea why, maybe it just wasn't the right time. I'll give it another try at some point, I think. 

Still recommend it if you like witches, feminism, and sly humor.

Not as funny as the first one, and while I (can) normally ignore the casual fatphobia (this fave is certainly problematic), it's really being shoved into your face here. It's less page-turning than the first, but still a relaxing read for sure!

Really, really enjoyed reading this, though it does include some challenging ideas and content. The NYT Review printed on my edition says "often troubling", and that is really accurate. Still a great read, and am planning to continue with the series soon.