The Serpent and the Wings of Night Book Review - No Spoilers
Plot Summary
The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent is the first book in the Crowns of Nyaxia series. It follows Oraya, a human girl raised by Vincent, the Nightborn King of the Hiaj vampires. In a world where humans are prey, Oraya enters the Kejari, a brutal tournament where the winner receives a wish from Nyaxia, the goddess of vampires. Amidst the deadly competition, she forms an unlikely alliance with Raihn, a vampire and Vincent's sworn enemy. Their growing attraction complicates their survival in a kingdom where trust is scarce and love is perilous.
Why I Love This Book
I love how this book combines elements of dark fantasy, intense romance, and high-stakes competition. The world-building is immersive, creating a vivid setting where power dynamics and survival are central themes. Oraya's journey from a vulnerable human to a formidable contender in the Kejari is compelling and emotionally resonant. The slow-burn romance with Raihn adds depth to the narrative, and the tension between them kept me eagerly turning pages. The plot is filled with twists and turns, keeping me on the edge of my seat throughout.
Who Will Like This Book
If you enjoy dark fantasy with complex characters and a slow-burn romance, you'll love this book. Fans of stories featuring tournaments, power struggles, and morally gray characters will find much to appreciate. The book contains mature themes and intense scenes, so it's best suited for readers who enjoy emotionally charged narratives.
⚠️ Trigger warning: This book contains themes of violence, manipulation, and emotional abuse. While not graphically explicit, the emotional intensity may be challenging for some readers.
Tagged As
fantasy romance, dark fantasy, slow burn, enemies to lovers, vampire romance, tournament, power dynamics, morally gray characters, emotional intensity, new adult, series, HEA
Steam Level
The romance is slow-burning with palpable chemistry. While there are intimate moments, they are not explicit, focusing more on emotional connection and tension than physicality.
