I grabbed this book as it was available as read now and I had an arc for the first book. I ended up not meshing with the first book and Dnfing it so I won’t be continuing the series unfortunately.

Merciless Saviors takes the intense emotions and anger found in Godly Heathens and elevates them to an even higher level right from the very first page. It seamlessly continues the story from where Godly Heathens left off and maintains its breakneck pace throughout.

The profound feelings of anger, rage, and love depicted in this book are beautifully portrayed, making it an incredibly engaging read that I couldn't put down. Gem's handling of their trauma and the way they grapple with the horrific experiences they've endured are brutally honest and exceptionally well-executed. Their emotions are so vivid that you can practically feel them, and their self-disgust is painfully relatable, particularly for any teenager who has experienced moments of self-loathing.

Amidst all the graphic and devastating elements in Merciless Saviors, there is also a profound sense of love. The story emphasizes the importance of finding people who will stand by you, love you, and support you even when you're at your lowest point. These individuals don't give up on you, and they help you recognize your self-worth. This theme of unwavering support and love is one of the standout aspects of Merciless Saviors.

Despite the fact that the characters are far from perfect and often make questionable decisions, their flaws make them all the more endearing.

DNF @40%

The way this book deteriorated instead of improving like?? I had four free hours of read this but I couldn't make myself go through another chapter.

Truly very disappointing.

I'm sorry but I couldn't enjoy this one as much as I hoped I would.

It has one dimensional characters and a plot which is executed terribly. The writing style in this one didn't work out for me.

After the hurricane of a book Godly Heathens that absolutely obliterated my bookish world in the best way possible for a booknerd. I jumped at the opportunity to read the sequel without a second thought. I needed to know the fates of Gem and company so badly.
After the cluster bomb that was the finale of book 1 (which I won’t spoil) we find our group of main characters in the cusp of war. Gem is teetering on the edge of becoming a full blown villain. And as I was reading this story I could get my heart racing, feeling the sense of dread that started this novel out.
This book is one hell of a ride with such vivid characters and scenes that make you shiver with even imagining them.
Building upon the first book was a challenge and this book met it head on. Gem and company are on a race against time to fix the consequences of the events of the first book. The power balance is collapsing and everyone’s God like powers are starting to become… ugly.
I once again found myself racing through this book with a hunger I haven’t known in awhile. Edgmon for sure created a gripping world of chaos with flicks of dark humor.
My only complaint would be that this book, and the previous one could have been combined into one book. There was a lot of filler and I was speeding through because it got repetitive and I wanted it to get to the point. Overall, this book was kind of a step down from the first one. I enjoyed out for the first half but the back half dragged a lot. And again it could’ve been combined with the first book with how repetitive it got. Overall a 3.5 star read
Thanks to the folks at NetGalley for the opportunity of reading a ARC of this book. My review is honest reflection of my feelings towards this book.

"Merciless Saviors" by H.E. Edgmon is the captivating conclusion to the Ouroboros series, offering a thrilling blend of contemporary fantasy and the exploration of identity.

Gem Echols' life took a dramatic turn at the First Church of Gracie, where they were betrayed by Marian and Poppy. Gem found themselves compelled to use the Ouroboros knife on Zephyr, a character who had kidnapped their parents, leading them to inherit the powers of the God of Air. While this might seem like an incredible gift, the role of the Magician within the pantheon is to maintain balance. Having the power of another god disrupts this equilibrium.

As a result, the world is thrown into chaos. The Goddess of Death can now reanimate the dead, the God of Art's powers become twisted, and the God of Land's communication with creatures of the Earth becomes a chorus of anguish. Gem, alongside Rory and Enzo, embarks on a quest to restore this balance without having to make personal sacrifices. However, as new horrors emerge, they are faced with the difficult question of how far they are willing to go. In the end, Gem might have to fully embrace their ruthless nature, even if it means sacrificing their own humanity.

"Merciless Saviors" dives deep into themes of identity, sacrifice, and the consequences of wielding immense power. It's a thrilling journey that forces its characters to confront the darkest aspects of themselves, and it will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

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I really love this type of book, I read the first one and kinda loved it. When I saw this, it got me hooked. Maybe it will be better, it was. Both books in the doulogy are pieces of art, seriously. I am not so much into fantasy but I love Gem's story. If a book has something related to gods, I love it with my heart. 4 out of 5.

I am giving this one five stars mostly because the first book is on my favorite books of all time and I really love the three main characters. It also had a strong perfect ending that made me smirk. However the plot throughout the middle of this book was one big mess of confusion. Which partly makes sense for the story since balance is thrown out of whack. I just really hate the chosen one trope so I didn't like that new character.