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A Gift of Souls and Vipers
If it comes to it, I’ll paint the earth with the blood of those who dare to come after her. I’ll tear the heavens apart and let them fall to ash before I let her slip away again. She’s already died too many times, and every death now leaving a scar on my soul.
So let the gods come. Let Athena herself try to reclaim what she thinks belongs to her. I’ll meet her in the fire and shadow, and I’ll show her what it means to cross a Reaper who has tasted obsession, who’s burned for lifetimes for the one soul he’ll never let go.
So let the gods come. Let Athena herself try to reclaim what she thinks belongs to her. I’ll meet her in the fire and shadow, and I’ll show her what it means to cross a Reaper who has tasted obsession, who’s burned for lifetimes for the one soul he’ll never let go.
203 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 24, 2025
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January 27, 2025
I absolutely LOVED A Gift of Souls and Vipers! The author’s writing is so immersive. I found myself flying through the pages without even realizing it. The way the author describes everything, every feeling, every moment in such detail made me fall in love with it even more. 😍
Malek’s character? SO sassy, and I was here for it!! 🔥 And Serin? A quiet, wild soul you guys are going to love reading about. This book is such a page-turner, fascinating, and so touching. It’s such an easy read, and you won’t be able to put it down because I certainly couldn’t! 📖✨
It’s a bit dark, but not too dark, which makes it perfect for anyone looking to dip their toes into darker paranormal books. Let me tell you. once you hit the second half... things 👏 will 👏 happen 👏 😭. I still can't stop thinking about the ending. I'm not saying anything 🫢, but I will say this is a MUST read!!!
I gave it ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 because the only thing I wish was different? I wanted it to be slower. I felt like it was a bit too fast-paced. But other than that... this book finished me, not the other way around 😭🤌
Malek’s character? SO sassy, and I was here for it!! 🔥 And Serin? A quiet, wild soul you guys are going to love reading about. This book is such a page-turner, fascinating, and so touching. It’s such an easy read, and you won’t be able to put it down because I certainly couldn’t! 📖✨
It’s a bit dark, but not too dark, which makes it perfect for anyone looking to dip their toes into darker paranormal books. Let me tell you. once you hit the second half... things 👏 will 👏 happen 👏 😭. I still can't stop thinking about the ending. I'm not saying anything 🫢, but I will say this is a MUST read!!!
I gave it ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 because the only thing I wish was different? I wanted it to be slower. I felt like it was a bit too fast-paced. But other than that... this book finished me, not the other way around 😭🤌
March 13, 2025
This was one hell of a book! For starters, the plot twists gripped me like a vice and grated my nerves. The way I never saw THAT coming, man. The author sure knows how to keep you on your toes, which is the very reason I couldn’t put it down.
But I fear, that was it. Sadly, I couldn’t really connect with the characters since everything was so rushed. I wish the author had dived deeper into their relationship before the whirlwind of spontaneous events. I believe it would’ve made us understand better how the characters think, feel and act. It felt as though someone was telling me about the book instead of me being IN the book. I felt really distant from the characters since I barely knew THEM but knew everything ABOUT them, y’know? And the tragic events came one after the other, though I found myself unable to empathize with the characters.
The ending, though, was everything! It truly amazes me how everything concluded, however tragic it was. The plot is unique and different from anything I’ve read in a while. I’ll definitely be thinking about it for quite a bit.
It’s a good storyline with A LOT going on, though I believe it could’ve been executed and written better.
But I fear, that was it. Sadly, I couldn’t really connect with the characters since everything was so rushed. I wish the author had dived deeper into their relationship before the whirlwind of spontaneous events. I believe it would’ve made us understand better how the characters think, feel and act. It felt as though someone was telling me about the book instead of me being IN the book. I felt really distant from the characters since I barely knew THEM but knew everything ABOUT them, y’know? And the tragic events came one after the other, though I found myself unable to empathize with the characters.
The ending, though, was everything! It truly amazes me how everything concluded, however tragic it was. The plot is unique and different from anything I’ve read in a while. I’ll definitely be thinking about it for quite a bit.
It’s a good storyline with A LOT going on, though I believe it could’ve been executed and written better.
April 22, 2025
4.5 stars
"It was when I saw her smile, or maybe when I heard her laugh. That's when it hit me, this strange warmth, this unfamiliar lightness. It felt like something had shifted inside me, and it was unsettling at first, like a system glitch I couldn't debug. But the feeling didn't go away. It stayed, and it confused me. I'd never known what happiness was supposed to feel like. Now, it was as though it had taken root in me, growing out of nowhere, uninvited.
And yet, for all the confusion, I never wanted it to stop."
A yearning man is great, but a yearning reaper.... meet Malek:
"Her voice had a siren's beauty, smooth and enticing, tugging at the edges of my consciousness in a way that made me question everything. It was as if she knew the power her words wielded, wielding them like a weapon - a sweet poison that wrapped around my mind, whispering promises of pleasure and temptation."
Malek is not your typical reaper. With his over-the-top sass and superiority complex, I absolutely adored his character. Possessive in the best way possible. His slight moments of shyness rivaled his possessiveness and had me giggling all the way through. Although the angle of death and souls, Malek was the guiding light Selin needed at the end of her journey. Malek once said, "She's the spark that ignites my very being, the one thing I'd burn the world for." And as those words left his mouth, my soul left my body along with them. And as much as I loved him, I resented him for everything he put Selin through in those last few pages. Even though I want to forgive him more than anything, I can't.
"You belong to me, Selin, and I always get what's mine."
Turning the cards over to Selin: she's as realistic yet resilient as they come. Her relationship with Malek came at the perfect time. It allowed her to explore this wild side she had hidden. And even though they didn't know each other for long, when she was almost one with death and remembering those "seven precious memories", Malek occupied half of them. Selin is such a strong and powerful character to have gone through all she had and still maintain herself in the face of even the god of wisdom. She is the epitome of survival and resilience, a symbol of strength and femininity, and the embodiment of the true Medusa - not the lies told of her nor her tarnished image.
"If a battle of pride was the price of keeping Selin close, I'd pay it. If she refused to bend? I'd keep her anyway, consequences be dammed."
Although she played a minute role, Sarah was one of my favorite characters throughout the whole book. Her support for Selin and encouragement to go on with her life after Alex was everything. She's the definition of a girl's girl and a true sister to Selin. One could only wish for a Sarah in their life.
"Acceptance wouldn't mean surrender; it meant embracing the inevitable while still living fully."
At last, to hell with love and all the gods; fuck Athena. This was a masterpiece and a true work of art. To me, it wasn't just a quick read nor a short one. It wasn't a story. It was a journey that deserved time and attention. I wish it could've been longer to really get to see the relationship develop over time and progress, yet a part of me is standing smiling at the finish line - proud of the cycle that has reached its end. Iconic ending filled with sorrow and tears.
"It was when I saw her smile, or maybe when I heard her laugh. That's when it hit me, this strange warmth, this unfamiliar lightness. It felt like something had shifted inside me, and it was unsettling at first, like a system glitch I couldn't debug. But the feeling didn't go away. It stayed, and it confused me. I'd never known what happiness was supposed to feel like. Now, it was as though it had taken root in me, growing out of nowhere, uninvited.
And yet, for all the confusion, I never wanted it to stop."
A yearning man is great, but a yearning reaper.... meet Malek:
"Her voice had a siren's beauty, smooth and enticing, tugging at the edges of my consciousness in a way that made me question everything. It was as if she knew the power her words wielded, wielding them like a weapon - a sweet poison that wrapped around my mind, whispering promises of pleasure and temptation."
Malek is not your typical reaper. With his over-the-top sass and superiority complex, I absolutely adored his character. Possessive in the best way possible. His slight moments of shyness rivaled his possessiveness and had me giggling all the way through. Although the angle of death and souls, Malek was the guiding light Selin needed at the end of her journey. Malek once said, "She's the spark that ignites my very being, the one thing I'd burn the world for." And as those words left his mouth, my soul left my body along with them. And as much as I loved him, I resented him for everything he put Selin through in those last few pages. Even though I want to forgive him more than anything, I can't.
"You belong to me, Selin, and I always get what's mine."
Turning the cards over to Selin: she's as realistic yet resilient as they come. Her relationship with Malek came at the perfect time. It allowed her to explore this wild side she had hidden. And even though they didn't know each other for long, when she was almost one with death and remembering those "seven precious memories", Malek occupied half of them. Selin is such a strong and powerful character to have gone through all she had and still maintain herself in the face of even the god of wisdom. She is the epitome of survival and resilience, a symbol of strength and femininity, and the embodiment of the true Medusa - not the lies told of her nor her tarnished image.
"If a battle of pride was the price of keeping Selin close, I'd pay it. If she refused to bend? I'd keep her anyway, consequences be dammed."
Although she played a minute role, Sarah was one of my favorite characters throughout the whole book. Her support for Selin and encouragement to go on with her life after Alex was everything. She's the definition of a girl's girl and a true sister to Selin. One could only wish for a Sarah in their life.
"Acceptance wouldn't mean surrender; it meant embracing the inevitable while still living fully."
At last, to hell with love and all the gods; fuck Athena. This was a masterpiece and a true work of art. To me, it wasn't just a quick read nor a short one. It wasn't a story. It was a journey that deserved time and attention. I wish it could've been longer to really get to see the relationship develop over time and progress, yet a part of me is standing smiling at the finish line - proud of the cycle that has reached its end. Iconic ending filled with sorrow and tears.
February 1, 2025
It was such a fun and quick read, and malek's character OMFGG, he was so sassy, but i wish the book was longer. I couldn't get enough of them
April 16, 2025
It’s not my usual go-to genre but I enjoyed the book especially the first few pages then i was sooo confused through the rest of it. But overall i loved Selin and cried over her more than necessary and I hated Malek he was so stupid I wanted to slap him so many times.
I loved him at the beginning he was sassy and has a sense of humor but I can’t forgive him for what he did. Sorry (not sorry)🫣
My sweet sweet Selin, she deserves more so much more🥹🫂
The plot twist also left me speechless🫣
This book was such a page turner if it wasn’t for work I would be finishing it in one setting🖤
I’m still crying it’s been 20 minutes now I’m not okay at all😭
The ending, the freaking ending🤬😭💔
I loved him at the beginning he was sassy and has a sense of humor but I can’t forgive him for what he did. Sorry (not sorry)🫣
My sweet sweet Selin, she deserves more so much more🥹🫂
The plot twist also left me speechless🫣
This book was such a page turner if it wasn’t for work I would be finishing it in one setting🖤
I’m still crying it’s been 20 minutes now I’m not okay at all😭
The ending, the freaking ending🤬😭💔
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