I really enjoyed this one. The stakes are higher, the magic feels more dangerous, and Aya and Will's slow-burn chemistry had me fully invested. The political intrigue and twists kept me guessing, and the world just felt richer this time around. It does get a bit long and broody in spots, and the miscommunication trope pops up way too often—those could’ve been trimmed down. But the epic moments and emotional payoff more than made up for it. I’m left absolutely hooked for book 3.

Too often, second installments in a series fall victim to a slowed plot and a percieved downgrade from the original installment. I'm incredibly happy to say that The Curse of Sins by Kate Dramis gracefully avoid this stumbling block, and in fact manages to be even better than The Curse of Saints (hard to believe I know!). I'll avoid details so you can all enjoy the book to its fullest, but rest assured your favorite characters are back in full force with another thrilling adventure. A must-read and a highlight of 2024!

An excellent sequel in a fantastic series. There was a little bit of a sag in momentum in the middle of this book as is often the case in sequels, but it wasn't enough to lessen my enjoyment as the characters stayed dynamic and engaging throughout.

That ending is heartbreaking and I can't wait for book three!

This book did not disappoint at all!! Love all the characters and the way the story is developing. I can’t wait to see how this story ends!

This arc was archived before I was able to download it, so I purchased my own copy to review!

3.5⭐️

The first book in the series was okay, but the story definitely got better in this second book for me! I struggled through the first book due to some of the info dumping, but this improved once this world was fully fleshed out.

I see this series get recommended a lot to fans of Throne of Glass, and I think that’s a good target audience. However, one of my biggest issues with TOG is the pacing, and unfortunately, I struggled with that through this book/series, as well. This is a common issue I come across with fantasies set in more expansive worlds, so I recognize that this could just be a “me” issue and other readers might not mind this!

While I don’t feel this particular book would be a typical go-to read for me, I did enjoy this fantasy world and felt it was well done, and the cliffhanger has me interested in the final book!

Dark, intoxicating, and brimming with betrayal—this sequel digs even deeper into Aya’s inner war between duty and desire. The stakes are higher, the magic darker, and the tension between Aya and Will? Unreal. If you love prophecy-driven fantasy with morally messy characters, secrets on secrets, and that slow-burn ache that hurts, this series continues to deliver.

I did get annoyed when we switched POVs but I ended up enjoying it towards the end. Some parts and occurrences did feel pushed for the sake or plot and the beginning did drag on a bit with a lot of brooding and changes they experienced after the ending of the last book.

The second book in The Curse of Saints series delivers everything fans could hope for—political intrigue, morally grey characters, and a romance filled with tension and longing. Dramis’ writing pulls you in immediately, keeping the stakes high as Aya and Will navigate a web of secrets, betrayals, and shifting allegiances.

The dynamic between Aya and Will remains a highlight. Their chemistry is undeniable, and their struggles—both personal and external—add layers of depth to the story. The introduction of additional POVs slowed the pacing at times, particularly with Aidon and Josie, but the overall plot remained compelling, especially with the twists surrounding the prophecy and the looming war.

The worldbuilding continues to impress, blending court politics, magic, and mythology in a way that feels both immersive and high-stakes. The Athatis (wolves) add an extra layer of intrigue, and I only wish we had even more of them. The ending is a gut-punch, setting up the next installment perfectly.

While some sections felt slightly drawn out, The Curse of Sins is an engaging sequel that delivers on romance, tension, and high-stakes drama. If you love fantasy with dangerous magic, royal scheming, and slow-burn passion, this one is worth the read!

I really enjoyed book 1, and this was even better! I love the world that Kate has built and I find myself invested in these characters!

I loved that it picked up right where book 1 left off, snd i had no idea which way the story would go! I cannot wait for the next book. This is easily a series I’d recommend to people because i found myself so immersed in the story

Thank you for the ARC copy! This is the second book of the series and I loved it! Kate Dramis did not disappoint. The story continues as war progresses and the saints power arise. The story has many surprises and twists I was not expecting. It is smutty as well!

I don’t want to give any spoilers, so I’ll just give you the cliff notes.

Curse of Sins was everything you would want in a sequel. It draws you in, it built on the characters, there were twists and turns and gasping moments. I laughed. I cried. I almost threw the book on that last page 😅

Aya and Will are my favorite enemies to lovers story. On paper they never should have worked, but together they are a powerhouse that deserves to have their story told for all to read!

If you haven’t read Saints, you need to do it ASAP so you can get into Sins 💜

I enjoyed the book as a whole and really appreciated the magical fantasy setting which it takes place. This book is loooong however. The pacing as a result suffered and at some points it feels like a crawl that made me put the book down for a while.

However I still enjoyed the plot and thought it was well thought out as a whole. I enjoyed the cast of characters. The brooding may have come off a little much but this was still a good one to read at my leisure.

This is the second instalment in The Curse of Saints series and I really enjoyed it!

From the beginning, we are transported into a magical fantasy and I loved getting to know the characters better and seeing the plot move forward.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for the eARC in exchange for a review.

I am regretting that it took me so long to pick this up. I enjoyed it so much!! It is right up there with the first one for being entertaining and the romance really drives it home for me.

I went into this sequel hoping it would improve on the strong foundations set by The Curse of Saints, especially since it’s considerably longer—but unfortunately, it only highlighted the issues I had with the first book. I reread The Curse of Saints to prep for this one, and it only deepened my disappointment. Everything that frustrated me in the first book was amplified here.

First, this book is long. And considering that not much happens other than endless brooding, it feels even longer. The pacing crawls, which made it hard to stay invested. But what really sank it for me was the characters. We’re dealing with the supposed best spy in the kingdom, two generals, and a torturer who somehow outshines the spy at actual spying (seriously?). And yet, none of them can see the plot that’s basically flashing in neon right in front of them. These are the people meant to protect a nation? It’s no wonder things fall apart—they’re just so frustratingly dense!

Another issue is the way the plot relies on events that only serve to push things forward temporarily, yet are conveniently never mentioned again, with no real consequences. It’s hard to stay engaged when so much seems to just...happen and then evaporate.

I think this might be where I leave this series. I’m simply not invested enough in these characters or this world to keep going.

2.5 stars.

I loved the first and the second was even better! The fantasy is immersive, the MCs are badass, and I like the overall vibe of the entire book. I can't wait for the 3rd!

The Curse of Sins was even BETTER than The Curse of Saints! I really enjoyed this so much! I was really anticipating this release and I am so glad it lived up to my expectations. The audiobook was superb and it really made my reading experience very enjoyable. Now for book 3!

A stunning follow-up novel that transported me to a rich world of fantasy romance with magic and untold powers.

Multiple POV, Spicy, Magical Affinities, Enforcer MMC, Touch Them and Perish, Angsty, Political Intrigue

Kate Dramis has come out swinging with The Curse of Sins picking up the action right where the previous book ended. Aya and Will's romance is one of my favorites as it starts out as true enemies to lovers but turns into so much more. Add in the drama of Aya having to deal with balancing the ingrained duty she feels towards her country versus what her heart is telling her as she realizes everything she's beliefs may not be the truth. Also the magic system in this series is so unique watching Aya's power bloom as she learns and masters her abilities is thrilling. The way Will is so soft for Aya putting her and her safety above everything else had me swooning not to mention every time he says 'Aya, love'. I NEED THE NEXT BOOK NOW, PLEASE HURRY KATE. I BEG YOU.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.