Who Would Like This Book:
If you love scorching-hot paranormal romance with a feisty heroine and an alpha antihero, "Fighting Destiny" will satisfy your cravings. Expect action, wild chemistry, and a big dose of banter. Fans of steamy fae stories, spicy enemies-to-lovers dynamics, and urban fantasy adventure will find this irresistible. Bonus points if you like dark, dangerous, and morally grey characters!
Who May Not Like This Book:
Those looking for subtle romance or delicate prose might want to steer clear. Many readers found the writing unpolished and the plot secondary to all the spice. The domineering male lead and consent issues were off-putting for some, and the high level of steaminess (and repetition) can definitely be too much if you prefer your fantasy with less heat. Not for anyone averse to cliffhangers or who dislikes formulaic or over-the-top stories, either.
About:
'Fighting Destiny' in 'The Fae Chronicles' series by Amelia Hutchins follows the story of Syn, a powerful witch who finds herself working with the dark and brooding Fae prince, Ryder, to solve a gruesome serial killer case. The plot is action-packed, fast-paced, and filled with suspense, mystery, and a touch of romance as the two protagonists navigate their attraction while uncovering dark secrets. The writing style is described as captivating, emotional, and intense, with smexy scenes that keep the readers engaged and eager to read more.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include dark themes, power dynamics related to consent, and potential triggers related to emotional trauma.
Has Romance?
Romance is a prominent feature of Fighting Destiny, characterized by a strong emotional and physical relationship between the protagonists.
From The Publisher:
Have you ever heard of the old Celtic legends of the Fae - beautiful, magical, and deadly creatures that have a love of messing with humans just for kicks and giggles?Welcome to my world.What started out as a strange assignment, lead to one of the most gruesome murder mysteries of our times. My friends and I are set and determined to find out who is killing off Fae and Witches alike.Couple of problems in the way - I hate the Fae and the Prince of the Dark Fae is bound and determined that I work for him. He's a rude, overbearing egotistical ass with a compulsive need to possess, dominate and control me. Oh - did I mention that he is absolutely sex-on-a-stick gorgeous and he makes me feel things that I never ever wanted to feel for a Fae...every time he touches me or looks at me with those dangerous golden eyes he seems to pull me further in under his spell, despite my better judgment.My friends and I can't trust anyone and nothing is as it seems on the surface - not even me.
Ratings (68)
Incredible (15) | |
Loved It (18) | |
Liked It (12) | |
It Was OK (9) | |
Did Not Like (11) | |
Hated It (3) |
Reader Stats (207):
Read It (68) | |
Want To Read (90) | |
Did Not Finish (9) | |
Not Interested (40) |
3 comment(s)
Loved it! #TeamRyder
Sooooo I was really looking forward to finally read this book and while the plot is great, my overall conclusion is... I'm disappointed :( It's a sad, sad day.
The setting is Earth as we know it in the present day, with the only difference that the supes are amongst us. Witches and Fae galore with some Vampires thrown into the mix.
While in some scenes it wasn't clear who exactly was talking (had me reading some parts a few times to figure it out), the worldbuilding was well done and environments were detailed enough.
Character development was good, though I do have to admit, I really didn't like Syn :( I wanted to, buuuuuuut no. I think that what bothered me most was that she was 'all about her coven' and still made decisions that could have severely hurt her friends, just by not thinking. I mean, first, she signs a contract with someone of the Fae (whom she hates beyond words) WITHOUT READING IT! A bit later, she steals a car and just leaves the manor (of said fae who owns her ass) while there is a serial killer on the loose. I would have killed her many times over, to be honest.
Ryder, yeah... our resident bad boy and Dark Fae prince. I appreciated how he and his brothers own what and who they are. They don't apologize for it, and they do have a 'softer' side that you get some sneak peeks of during the book. But they are all abusive SOB that just about take what and who they want. Don't like it? Well, let's mind-fuck you first then and make you beg for it...
Pacing and flow were good, there is no part in the story that felt boring, though the interactions between our main cast got a tad tedious till halfway the book.
I like my books to have at least some sex in it (what can I say, I live vicariously through the characters of books I'm reading), though I want it to be well written and not over the top.
I would classify the book as erotica where all sex scenes and the occasional pov from Ryder are like transcripts of a badly written porn movie (I'm sorry, just being honest here!). It was cringeworthy and I just skipped parts.
But then again, that could just be me. There are many different flavours of sex and one where there is a lot of dirty talking isn't for me.
All in all, I can say I won't be reading the next book of the series... even though the plot really does have potential :(
DNF at 20%, because by then, the lead male had already sexually assaulted the lead female at least a half dozen times. She doesn't defend herself - not against the sexual assault, and not against his constant belittling. In their first encounter, she defended herself after he sexually assaulted him by ripping out his soul. How about try that again, or just do SOMETHING?
I loathe him, and I have less than zero respect for him. Fuck books like this. Fuck training women to glamorize their abusers. It makes me sick.
I hated this so much that this author is now on my NOPE list.
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