Belladonna: bestselling gothic fantasy romance

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I don’t care if people cry “this is fiction”. Society needs to stop normalising grooming and inappropriate relationships with minors under the guise of uwu but she’s 19 and legal. He meets her as a baby and waits it out until she’s finally old enough. Literally grooming. This leads to one of my main points. This book is YA. Target audience 12-18. Had this been written as adult fiction it would be one thing but to market this towards teens who presumably do not have the emotional maturity to realise the dangerous implications of glamourising grooming and predatory tropes is never ok. Let’s not teach young girls that’s normal and not concerning behaviour. If your reaction is to roll your eyes and say it’s not that serious - i hope you realise you’re part of the problem. This book surprised me. I really didn't know much about it going in. My initial attraction was the cover, followed by Adalyn Grace's name on said gorgeous cover. Goodreads Librarians are volunteers who help ensure the accuracy of information about books and authors in the Goodreads' catalog. The Goodreads Libra Goodreads Librarians are volunteers who help ensure the accuracy of information about books and authors in the Goodreads' catalog. The Goodreads Librarians Group is the official group for requesting additions or updates to the catalog, including: The captivating sequel to the Gothic-infused Belladonna, in which Signa and Death face a supernatural foe determined to tear them apart.

Signa has changed hands multiple times every since her mother was Red Wedding'd at a baby shower. Signa was the only survivor but Death left his mark on her and now she can consume poison without succumbing to it and people around her have the disconcerting habit of dropping dead. When her aunt dies, Signa taken in by her uncle as ward, where she will live with her cousins, Blythe and Percy. Just one problem, their mother was recently Red Wedding'd herself and Blythe, with her mysterious illness, appears close to death herself. And instead of living out the days to her inheritance peacefully in the countryside, Signa ends up involved in a dastardly murder plot where she, and everyone she holds dear, may be in danger. Also, the family is in-fighting over petty and non-petty dramas, and the uncle, mad with grief (or guilt?) is hosting elaborate parties like he thinks he's Jay Gatsby, or something. Keep it up, Little Bird, and we'll see if you're still as stubborn the next time I get my hands on you." Dangerous, suspenseful, and seductive, this sequel to the story of Signa and Death is as utterly romantic as it is perfectly deadly. The only one that truly sees her, ironically enough, is Death himself. She’s seen the grim reaper at varying intervals throughout her life, most often when he comes for the souls of her guardians. She’s talked with him before, but she can't help but hate him. He's taken so much away from her: first her parents, and then all five of her guardians, leaving her constantly searching for a real family and a place to call home.

Over the years, Signa has come to realize that she is far from normal. She cannot die, and she can see and interact with spirits. Even weirder, she can see Death, talk to him, and even seems to share some of his powers. It was interesting to see Signa slowly accept the fact that she shared similarities with Death, especially after spending so long hating him because she sees him as responsible for the death of her guardians and the fact that she's never known a steady and loving home, but I do wish that we’d spend a little more time on her trying to control those mysterious powers. I mean, if I had those abilities and I was trying to solve a murder, I would want to control them as soon as possible because they would be a huge advantage for sure! Arriving at the estate, she begins to become acquainted with everyone. Her Uncle is mourning his wife, Lilianne, who passed away recently. Woefully, her younger cousin, Blythe, seems to be suffering from the same mysterious illness that prematurely killed her mother. Wisteria *will* have beautifully designed cases, similar to the rest of the series. They may be my favorite yet! Have you always been a bit too into the grim reaper? Worryingly so? Would you kiss him if tempted? Touch? Fu-... sorry, got a bit lost in a personal fantasy there haha. I loved the characters in this so much. Like, I hated none of them except the people you're supposed to hate.

and i called it the first time Life was mentioned. me and mei were br it like ??? is everyone DUMB??? it’s BLYTHE !! and here’s why it was infuriating to read everyone think it was Signa. Delicious and haunting, Belladonna is the type of story that sinks its teeth into your soul. With addictive, atmospheric prose and an absolutely spellbinding mix of mystery and romance, this is YA fantasy at its finest. It's dark, it's sexy. I cannot recommend it highly enough the love love loveee i have for this world and characters omg AND IM SO SO EXCITED FOR WISTERIA I ABSOLUTELY NEED IT ASAP THE POTENTIAL IN THERE FOR ONE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVS i can just imagine how fun itll be omg ???

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The mystery in this one plays as much of a role as the romance and each concept is a delight. I love that this is a fantasy with strong historical romance vibes that play into all my favorite story elements. Having Blythe's POV in this one was fabulous as we get to see from a fresh perspective the fallout of what happened in book 1 and how her relationship with Signa develops. And of course we love daddy Death, but possibly i'm more in love with someone new (don't come for me, I can't help it) They say that all is fair in love and war. I have built my trench and brought my rifles, and I have no intention of retreating." Thankfully Blythe who suffers from mysterious illness is part of eccentric Hawthorne Family living at Thorn Grove. Signa is sent there to live with Hawthornes: her last remaining relatives, trying to understand the complex family dynamics. My love for you is not confined to time, nor fate. It is a love that I will hold with me for an eternity, which is why I am not afraid. I swear to you that I will always be yours."