I finally got around to trying out the Romance club app and I definitely wasn't disappointed (I'll admit, these apps and IFs are my guilty pleasures; though so is generally escaping into the written word but I digress)
From what I've read my top 2 stories (because picking a third is quite difficult) are:
Sins of London - Not only cannot I not find fault in the outfits nor character creation which so many of these apps fall down on, the story is intriguing (who doesn't like a bit of supernatural, romance and mystery?)and the MC is badass (I'm not ashamed to admit it took me a while to make some of the important decisions like Sepulchral Whisper or Crimson Shadow or accepting Glashtyn's offer). It also, in my opinion, has one of my favourite romance tropes, enemies → friends → lovers (as you can probably guess romancing Gray). Though I've heard so much about Glashtyn its ultimately Gray's character developement that has me sticking with him (a second playthrough will probably have me making the opposite choices - possibly).
On Thin Ice - I was humming and hawing on this one, mainly because of how much shit the MC had to endure and how she was first portrayed/written but as the story has progressed I've seen her developement and I'm pleasently pleased with it. She's a strong, independant character making the best with what she's given (though you are making the choices to be fair). I like how you get three different paths to chose from Light, Darkness or Balanced (I'm currently doing my best to remain balanced). My current LI for this is Hodge and I enjoy how he despite his shady dealings (I mean it theorised he’s mafia but has this been proven? Eh, not complaining) he has this fierce loyalty to those he loves. What can I say the, “I’ll kill everyone who dares to touch you,” line sealed it, I mean he’s a bastard to most but teddy bear to family and loved ones. Plus, slow burn romances are my jam (those with a friends to lovers trope or enemies to lover.)
Hell and High Water - For me, its the character creation, I like how we can actually pick a body type, it offers what many IFs offer when it comes to character creation (though I know that there are limitations visually). I haven't formed much of an oppinion yet, except Baku is cute and I want one (yes I spend the diamonds for any pets that are offered).
Heart of Trespia - I like the story line plain and simple. I've also learned I'm a little vindictive and will do everything possible to destroy the MC's uncle - not just bring him to justice. I want vengence.
Heaven's Secret - Now this one of the one's where I wasn't particaully a fan of the character design nor the MC's personality at first, that being said I found the story engaging and read all the way through. I enjoyed the little twists but there were moments that I found myself desperately wanting a skip button. Once again, another story where you chose a path - Angel or Demon - though I made an attempt to stay balanced. In the end I was an Angel who romanced Lucifier, I find in these particaular stories being the opposite of the LI opens more dialogue paths/choices and it adds that little bit extra (like rivalmancing Anders in DA2). It was also a slow burn romance which are delightful and who knew he could be a sweetheart (won’t lie I enjoyed the soft moments as well as the teasing ones), "Just remember, if I'm against everyone, it doesn't mean that I'm against you. I'm not against you. I'll never be. Do you understand?"
Chasing You - I'm a sucker for a good murder mystery that is all. I spent each season trying to determine to decide whodunnit. Ended up romancing Alexander and was more logical, what can I say, an LI uses a pet name and I'm in, also it had some pretty good lines: "My crazy kitten with lion-sized ambitions." I'm tempted to replay and romance Ellia.
Path of the Valkyrie - This is more for my love of Norse mythology, I would have thought I'd prefer Rage of the Titans but I just couldn't engage and found myself skipping through most of the story (though I'm still reading it, mainly for Murphy and Aiden and hoping for the possibility to kick Zeus' ass). I'm also hoping for a chance to kick Odins ass too. Though it’s currently on hiatus for a while, I’m looking forward to its return.
Theodora - Strong MC who is a reporter. I'm curious to learn just how she gained immortality; in fact if I'm honest, what I've read so far has produced a lot of questions and I want answers the main being to her immortality but also do you get one LI (that you can choose int he first season) or are there multiples due to her immortality.
Please note these are just some of my opinions and thoughts, I haven't read all the books nor have I mentioned all the ones I've read.
Ones I've read but not mentioned:
Shadows of Saintfour (I like the romances - each are different though some I would have prefered to have been expanded on for example Aaron or Cherry, even Derek and Michael simply by having more scenes with them)
Seduced by the Rhythm (I actually enjoyed this and I found I prefered Brandon's route - I'm starting to realise I seem to gravitate towards a certain type, not sure if thats good or bad.)
Sails in the Fog (First book I read - it was okay)
Queen in 30 Days (Prefered the bodyguard over the Prince)
My Hollywood Story (Meh)
Wave Partol (Had potential just not for me which sucks because I was happy to play as an agent, I just struggled to enjoy it)
Love from Outer Space (Alright, would like it to be continued. So wouldn't suggest if you hate leaving things unfinished at least for the time being)
Dracula A Love Story (I wanted so much to enjoy this but I just couldn't. Determined to finsih it though.)
Sophie's Ten Wishes (So, so. I'm almost finished it, so it was okay just not one I'd go back and replay)
Gladiator Chronicles (No major opinion of yet, read first two chapers, interesting. Probably continue when a diamond free weekend comes up)
Considering reading next:
The One
Arcanum
The Flower of Tiamat's Fire
Kali Call of Darkness
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