RELEASE DAY REVIEW: Capture the Crown (Gargoyle Queen #1) by Jennifer Estep
We received an advanced reader copy of this book.
Published: July 6th 2021
Review:
Myth: 4.5/5
Andvari and Morta, the kingdoms have long been enemies with bloodshed and battles fought, but when Prince Leonidas of Morta shows up in trouble on her mission, Princess Gemma of Andvari can’t help but save him. Getting into the political world of historical betrayals, battles and massacres between Andvari and Morta takes a little time but it's easily woven into the introduction of Gemma’s spy mission.
The story is court politics and intrigue with a dash of Capulets and Montegues feud. Gemma and Leonidas set to be our Romeo & Juliet (hopefully with better results). Gemma’s bonded gargoyle was a delightful sidekick, I want and need more Grimley in the next book.
Magic: 5/5
Gemma is a badass but she doesn’t quite know it. Or she knows it but isn’t ready to embrace it. She has a type of mind-magic that allows for reading thoughts, controlling objects and more. You might stop and think that she’s going to be too powerful, but no. Insert childhood trauma, self doubt and general fear of her own capabilities and Gemma has a lot to work through to really be able to harness her power to its full potential.
Overall: 4.5/5
Gemma is exactly the kind of heroine that I love. She is smart, driven, and more powerful than she knows. She’s learning and trying to do the best for her people that she can. Set against the backdrop of court rivalries and intrigue Capture the Crown was the perfect start to the series.
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