This Fatal Kiss has the slavic folklore and whimsical magic that I loved of Where the Dark Stands Still, but with a misfit trio reminiscent of The Buried and The Bound. It uses a mix of fantasy and horror elements to create characters who are not as ordinary they appear. I loved the writing immediately. This type of prose is the magical, cozy fantasy writing that is my favorite to read. I loved each of the characters separately and enjoyed all three points of views (which is rare for me). This book has some of my absolute favorite tropes and themes including: poly romance, demons, exorcists, elemental magic, yearning, religious trauma, queer rep, and unique mythology. Looking forward to more books by this author!

While slow in the beginning, the novel picks up around the 150 page mark and while the characters were interesting and enjoyable. I was disappointed however; in the obscene amount the author reminds the reader how both Gisela and Kizik have a sexual preference. While once or twice is completely fine. It was a constant almost every 30-50 pages where we are reminded both the Main characters enjoy both sexes.

This YA fantasy romance is a breath of fresh air for the genre, with queer characters and a poly romance at the centre of the story. I loved all the characters and cannot wait for the next one, I didn’t know this wasn’t a standalone😩

Also that cover is absolutely gorgeous!! 4.5 stars

I was waiting to read this book and when I got a change I devoured it. Such a unique story. So so good to read. I rated it 5 stars and recommend everyone to read this.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the e-arc.
I am so excited, I am still in the first 10% of the book and I know I’m going to devour it. The story is set on a hot spring town and all the wicked creatures roaming in it haunting people (nymphs and goblins and water spirits) and the magical vibe of it all reminds me so much of Spirited Away🥹✨ Kazik being an exorcist also reminded me of Ninth House which is a big plus
I love Kazik and Gisela already and omgg Kazik’s long earrings are such a dead giveaway that he’s a bisexual mess🥰 i cannot wait for the third main character in this throuple to appear
Will update after i finish