First-this was an easy read. The dialogue had enough modern euphemisms to make it relatable but it also carried a vibe of regency charm. Second-THE. BANTER. Top tier. Chef’s kiss. Witty, snarky and sometimes scandalous. Had me giggling like a goober at times. Third-Tensiiiooooonnnn….oh lord the tension. *fans with a hand* it was dirty, feral and checked all the boxes without overdoing it. Last-THE PLOT. Oh heavens the plot was well done. It had twists and turns and slowly led you places you never saw coming. Easter eggs litter the pages but don’t fully connect until you read the final chapter. Read this book. Heck, read this entire series because it makes the From Blood And Ash series even more impactful.

Different from the others… A must read. I literally loved this book.

A Shadow in the Ember is a thrilling dive into an intricate universe packed with magic, prophecy, and plenty of angst. Jennifer L. Armentrout crafts a richly detailed world with just the right touch of spiciness to keep things interesting. While the characters could use a bit more development at times, the plot remains captivating, making it hard to put down. If you’re looking for a fantasy filled with tension and drama, this one’s a solid pick. I’m thrilled to start the next book!

But check the prices of the rest of series 1st.

It was all so good!

I wanted to love this book, but it was a bore. Armentrout has a hard time not revealing exposition through characters saying "I have a question 🤓☝🏻" and the other characters saying "Of course you do... here's your answer". Poppy did it, and Sera does it as well. To be honest, Sera and Poppy are pretty much the same character - just different hair colors. The main story is dull and the only reason I continued to read is because I wanted to see the love arc unfold. Those are the only decent parts. Everything else feels skippable. ALSO - the use of modern slang absolutely ripped me out of the story. I would give it a 1 if it wasn't for Ash.

The writing is so intense. I can feel every word as I read! Literally read the entire thing so quickly!

storybuilding is amazing and the characters dynamics! can’t wait to read the next book

Skipped a lot of nonsense but the ending part was good and good lead up to the next series of blood and ash. I wish I read them in the correct order because blood and ash would’ve made more sense now

This is not my typical book but I couldn’t put it down. The detail, writing style, and story line is absolutely outstanding.