The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller
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I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Alessandra has a simple plan to gain all the power she could ever need: woo, marry, and the kill the Shadow King. After years of dealing with her clueless father and cycling through unworthy lovers, itās the only way to get what she believes that she deserves. And sheās been training her entire life to do it.
I picked up The Shadows Between Us simply because I have read all of Tricia Levensellerās books and adore them. I didnāt even read the summary, thatās how much I enjoy her writing. And I am happy to say that this didnāt disappoint. In fact, I think that Levenseller is only getting better.
Levenseller herself describes the book as āher Slytherin romanceā and I think thatās the perfect summary. The Shadow King and Alessandra are conniving, resourceful, ambitious, and afraid to get their hands dirty to get what they want. Even though you wouldnāt call these characters good, you canāt stop reading about how theyāre going to get out on top. Iām rooting for them to take out all of their numerous enemies.
As with all of Levensellerās books, thereās plenty of romance between our lead characters and among the supporting cast. There are multiple same sex relationships, though none raise higher than what Iād call the āC tierā of characters.
I donāt think this book was as tight action-wise as her previous novel. That said, the last fourth of it was unputdownable. I usually read in pieces at lunch and before bed, but this book I had to go home and finish reading before I could do anything else. The action is some of Levensellerās best!
I would recommend this book to YA fantasy fans; those who like a good, steamy love story; and anyone who wants something very fun and quick to read.Ā
I gave it a 5/5 on my Goodreads account which translates to āIt was amazing.ā














