I am here today with another amazing book recommendation. House of the Raven by Ingrid Seymour.This story is pure magic—hidden identities, the thin veil between realms, and betrayal so intense you feel it in your bones. Rivers quest for vengeance and Valeria’s fierce spirit kept me hooked from start to finish. The world-building is lush, the tension is high, and the enemies-to-lovers dynamic is absolutely electric. ✨🔥 Let's start the review, shall we!!
DANGER LURKS. READY YOURSELF.
They exiled him from his realm, and soon, the lone wanderer shall have his revenge.
For two decades, Rífíor of the Veilfallen has thought of nothing but vengeance against the man who trapped him in the human realm, making him a pariah.
Rífíor’s relentless pursuit leads him to uncover his enemy’s well-guarded hiding place, revealing an unexpected twist—the man now has a daughter, the key to what he desires most… a return to his fae home.
Valeria is a dreamer. Rífíor is a damaged male. And, through no fault of her own, she finds herself entangled in the throes of his hunger for retribution. But for him, there will be no distraction, even if she becomes a momentary detour, even if he breaks her heart.
What he fails to anticipate is Valeria’s fiery spirit, and the countless ways she will make him pay for stealing her innocence—not to mention the tempest of strength he’ll find impossible to bend to his will.
GENRE
High Stakes Romantasy
THEME AND TONE
Magical. It will make you feel like you are living in the realm.
LANGUAGE AND WRITING STYLE
Easy to Read
CHARACTERS
Multilayered Complex Characters
MY REVIEW
First of all, thank you to Books of Matches Media and Ingrid Seymour for giving me the opportunity to read this amazing beautiful story of Valeria. This book hooked me from the start. it won't be wrong if I say this is the book that I read in one sitting. The world-building is so immaculate that I felt right at home.
We have our main character Valeria a very Fiesty FMC who is brave but a little naive. I loved her instantly because she kind of reminded me of me when I was younger. She is naive and optimistic to the point of thinking that everyone is good. It was like a person who hadn't yet experienced the cruelty of this world. She is just amazing.
Next up we have Curveo; the animal sidekick. he is just so amazing with his own unique personality. The way he is bonded with Valeria is just beautiful. he behaves like a best friend with her. I wouldn't be surprised if we get to know that Curveo is something more than just a raven in the next books. Then we have Jago......OMG!!!! this person is hilariously amazing. I would want a best friend like him. He is Valeria's cousin and the bond these two share is 🧑🍳😙🤌.
These 3 wreak havoc in the kingdom whenever they are together. The loyalty they share......I was so happy reading about their bond. Ingrid is one talented writer in how she depicted the bond and loyalty these 3 share with each other. Another of my fav characters is Nana. She doesn't appear much in the book but whenever she appeared it was like warmth and safety and wholesomeness.
Valeria and Bastien were hilarious. I was cackling like a mad woman at 2:00 AAm when my family looked in my room what had gotten into me. Half of their interactions were Valeria's inner monologue and she referred to him as Guardia Corpse.....who doesn't have any expression or who doesn't breathe just stands there like a corpse.....you gotta read this I am telling you.
I kind of loved the betrayal that came at the end. I was expecting it and not expecting it...but it was a blow to my face lol ｡°(°.◜ᯅ◝°)°｡On the whole, this book is a 5-star read for me. If you’re a fan of Romantasy with a thick plot like Bastien's arms (the guard who has exceptionally thick arms 😅; you will get it when you read it😅), and unforgettable characters, House of Raven is a must-read!
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MY RATING
Overall: ★★★★★ | 5 Stars
Plot: ★★★★★| 5 Stars
Romance: ★★★★★ | 5 Star
Characters:★★★★★ | 5 Stars
Pacing: ★★★★★| 5 stars
Mystery: ★★★★★| 5 star
Banter: ★★★★★| 5 star
Ending: ★★★★★| 5 Stars
Spice Level: 🌶🌶 | 2 stars (the book is not filled with spice only 1 or 2 chapters)
Book Cover:★★★★★| 5 Stars
☙ Valeria referring to Bastien as Guardia Corpse
☙ Valeria, Jago, and Curveo wreaking havoc in the kingdom
THE WORST PARTS
☙ There are no worst parts
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