A review by rdmoreland0801
The Emperor of Evening Stars by Laura Thalassa

dark emotional fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

It was nice to get a little bit of Des’s backstory, but the first half felt rushed.  I would’ve liked to see more of his early life with his mom.

I do love how obsessed Des is with Callie.  He feels this overwhelming sense of love and protectiveness over her, but he doesn’t stop her from doing what she wants.  He keeps secrets from her, but never forces her to do something she doesn’t want to.  I always want more of that.