Readers of 'Kingdom of the Wicked' by Kerri Maniscalco are taken on a thrilling journey filled with tension between characters, such as the dynamic between Wrath and Emelia, exploring the realms of demons and witches. The book is praised for its world-building, magic aspects, and tantalizingly forbidden elements, intertwined with twists and turns that keep readers engaged. Despite some mixed feelings towards the characters and plot, the book sets a strong foundation for the series, leaving readers eager for more.

Characters:

Characterizations vary, with Emilia as a flawed but determined protagonist and Wrath as a compelling yet dangerous ally.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by engaging descriptions and character interactions, though it suffers from inconsistencies in emotional impact.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot combines elements of a revenge quest, a murder mystery, and dark romance set against a backdrop of witchcraft and demonic influence.

Setting:

The story is set in a richly described historical Italian village that enhances its witchcraft and romance themes.

Pacing:

Pacing starts slow but accelerates significantly in the later sections, enhancing reader engagement.

Nonna Maria buzzed around the kitchen like she’d guzzled every drop of espresso in our restaurant. Her mood was downright frantic. My twin was late for dinner service and our grandmother saw it as a p...

Notes:

The story is set in historical Italy, specifically a small village atmosphere with elements of magic and mystique.

The main character, Emilia, is a witch from a family of Strega, hiding from danger while trying to avenge her twin sister's murder.

Emilia accidentally summons Wrath, one of the seven princes of Hell, while seeking justice for her sister.

The Seven Princes of Hell represent the Seven Deadly Sins, each with distinct characteristics and allure.

Food plays a significant role in the story, drawing from Italian cuisine, with many tantalizing food descriptions.

The book combines elements of mystery with dark fantasy, featuring witches, demons, and curses.

The character development of Emilia shows her transition from a timid witch to a courageous figure seeking revenge.

The writing style has been described as emotional and rich, although some readers found the pacing slow.

The book features a cliffhanger ending that leaves many questions unresolved, enhancing anticipation for the next installment in the series.

Some reviewers noted inconsistencies in Emilia's character, describing her as impulsive and frustrating at times.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Triggers include violence, murder, and potential themes surrounding the treatment of witches and dark magic.

Has Romance?

There is a medium level of romance present, primarily between the main character and Wrath.

From The Publisher:

A James Patterson Presents Novel

From the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series comes a new blockbuster series…

Two sisters.

One brutal murder.

A quest for vengeance that will unleash Hell itself…

And an intoxicating romance.

Emilia and her twin sister Vittoria are streghe - witches who live secretly among humans, avoiding notice and persecution. One night, Vittoria misses dinner service at the family's renowned Sicilian restaurant. Emilia soon finds the body of her beloved twin…desecrated beyond belief. Devastated, Emilia sets out to find her sister's killer and to seek vengeance at any cost-even if it means using dark magic that's been long forbidden.

Then Emilia meets Wrath, one of the Wicked-princes of Hell she has been warned against in tales since she was a child. Wrath claims to be on Emilia's side, tasked by his master with solving the series of women's murders on the island. But when it comes to the Wicked, nothing is as it seems…

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3 comment(s)

Carissa

Hated It

3 months

1.5*

rukistarsailor

Did Not Like

6 months

I was going to wait until tomorrow to write this review, but I'm just too upset to wait.

The premise for

Kingdom of the Wicked is amazing, but this was a complete mess. Everything seemed to be randomly thrown together and the "ending" made no sense. Like literally what the h*ll was going on here?

AND THEN THERE WERE VAMPIRES AND WEREWOLVES ALL THE SUDDEN?? H*LL NO. JUST NO.

I'm just sad now because I love the concept of summoning demons, but this was just executed so poorly. Despite this, I might end up reading the next book just so I can try and figure out what happened in the first place.

afoowl471

Liked It

7 months

I am confused and disappointed by the ending and it felt rushed and they were throwing plots after plots and they were telling not showing. The actions of the characters at the end felt out of place. I am disappointed

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