Over a thousand years ago, the moon walked in a human vessel. She was called Selvanyra, the Mother of Lights and Keeper of Balance. She bore offspring, and one of them was murdered. By a mortal.
The death shattered the moon, and she wasn’t merciful with her punishment. Instead of granting him death, she cursed him and stripped away his soul, binding him to wander the earth in immortal torment, unable to escape pain or time.
But the universe demanded balance, and a prophecy was one day, the soul he destroyed would be reborn, and if she willingly gave him her soul, he would be freed and be mortal again.
But she would die.
And if she refused, he would continue to exist until the end of time, missing his only chance at salvation.
Centuries later, that soul has returned in the form of a girl who questions everything and chases answers that may cost her life. Now, the cursed immortal must make a choice; one that will either save him and doom her, or save her and doom him.
Okay so buckle up this book is a wirlwind of emotions from the moment I opened it I was hooked. The way these characters played with my heart strings. This books has so much, romance, mystery and fantasy. The world and characters are built well with depth. The plot is unpredictable and captivating. I have read a lot of fantasy and based on plot alone I have read nothing like it. This book has changed my brain chemistry. I could not bring myself to put it down and when I had to it’s all I could think about. Thank you so much for the honour of reading your work
For me it’s a 10 and we can only pray and hope that this amazing Author gives us more of their writing.
Obsessed with this book 😍 I was fortunate to read the ARC and let me tell you that every time I picked up the book, it was so hard to put it down. I was hooked from the start and the thirst to know everything was there throughout the entire book. The characters were relatable and stayed true to themselves whilst still having good development.
Violet’s way of writing is simply amazing 👌🏻 Every sentence was beautifully crafted and I devoured every word. She thought of every little detail, making even the myths and lore inside her story sound like a poem.
I went through many emotions during this journey, laughing out loud, tears, and heart racing. The feels were there. There’s so many swoonworthy details to catch that left me 😩🥺
This is my honest ARC reader review. I truly have nothing negative to say about NOVA and I highly recommend it.
Be ready to fall for a man that may roam Nimorran without a soul, but not without a heart. ♥️
I liked the concept but I hated the main character. Tried real hard to push trough to find a few redeeming qualities in her but ultimately dnf. Writing was decent but could not get past how much this girl needed therapy (not in a sexy way but in a mentally ill personality disorder way).
I actually got an ARC of this book, and just as I was about to finish and leave my review, my little island was hit by a Category 5 hurricane. So this review is coming a bit late possibly days late by the time I get to post it, but I was determined to share my thoughts anyway, even after the book’s release.
Now, onto the review: I really liked this. It was a breath of fresh air for me where fantasy is concerned because I have not been having the best time with that gene lately. The concept, storyline, setting, and characters all worked for me. The only reason it’s not a five-star read is because something felt missing between the love interests. I didn’t fully feel their connection or chemistry, and I think part of that is due to the way the story unfolds, you can kind of predict where it’s heading from early on. Still, the author delivered some lovely moments throughout that I genuinely enjoyed.
This may or may not be an unpopular opinion, but I actually loved the ending. It made perfect sense for their story.
Overall, I’d definitely recommend adding this to your TBR, and I’d happily pick up another book from this author.
Ohhh Violet my dear?????? This was a good one. I read this book in one sitting, Thrax & Sanora had sinked their claws so deep it was hypnotic.
The playlist so very much matched the scenes that are in this book. If your destiny is already written in the stars, there’s nothing you can do to escape it. I cried with Sanora, my heart broke with hers, loved with her, I mean who doesn’t want a man who is so present and thoughtful like the soulless man? Their love story was both thrilling and terrifying. I loved this story soo much. It is beautifully written and you will love it like I did. I can’t wait to read more about Chezir Montgomery and how they get together after 21 years, I need more. Thank you Violet for letting me into your world early it’s been great and your book just dragged me out of a reading slump of 3 months🫶🏾🫶🏾
Wow wow wow! This story had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The atmosphere gives perfect mystic/mystery vibes and the tension is just -chef's kiss-
Great world-building and lore, the characters are all 3D (even the side characters) and the story progression had me turning the pages for hours on end! I absolutely looooove Sanora and Thrax, both as a couple and as individual characters. Sanora is relatable and had me giggling a lot of the time, while Thrax is just the perfect, brooding, morally gray love interest.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and would recommend it for anyone who loves romantasy with a strong touch of mythology.
Honestly, this book was amazing. I loved every second of it, and I want more !! The ending ?? I need more ! And I reallyyyyyy hope there’s going to be another book.
"To every soul who has felt unworthy, too ordinary to be loved and chosen--remember, you are more magical than you know, and even the impossible hearts, the legends themselves, cannot help but fall for all that you are" One of my favourite dedications to date.
"I'd bring the whole world to it's knees if you asked me right now." oh Thrax.. THE IMMORTAL MAN THAT YOU A R E!! 🥰🥰😚😚
I was lucky enough to recieve an arc of this book and I really really loved it. The premise of the book was really different to what I usually read. The storyline kept me hooked from the get go. The ending was not expected AT ALL.
The world building was very small but detailed, since the story takes place in a small town and the suspense in the beginning of the book actually gave me the creepy crawlies. I love it when a book can evoke emotions other than happy and sad.
The only thing that annoyed me was Sanora being so clueless? I felt like even when she had all the pieces to figure out Thrax's curse and how she's related to it she just closed her eyes and pretended she didn't have that info. ugh.
Also, I love me a man who would buy all the hotels in the town and force me to share the only remaining room with him. Harassment? no. OBSESSION? yes!!! 🤣😍 OH and dont forget how he FEEDS HER ALL THE TIME.
"Your thoughts control your emotions, your emotions control your heartbeat," he said softly, "and your heart leads me to wherever you are. That's how I always find you." aaaahhhhhh ❤️❤️❤️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Hundreds of years ago the Mood walked in a human vessel. She had offspring and one had died by the hands of a Mortal. The Moon wouldn’t grant him death as punishment, instead she cursed him and stripped away his soul. Forced to walk the world as immortal.
However, there was a prophecy. The soul he destroyed would be reborn and if she willingly gave him her soul, he would turn mortal again and be freed of his torment, but she would die.
That soul returned centuries later in the form of a girl, Sanora, who questions everything and chases danger. And now the cursed immortal, Thrax, must decide whether he wants to save her life and doom him for eternity or lose the only person who’s ever made him feel anything but hollow.
This book took me on a wild ride. I’ve never read anything like this. I found Sanora SO relatable. Someone tells her to not do something, curiosity got the better of her and she had to. I enjoyed watching Thrax and Sanoras relationship bloom. Even lurking in the shadows he took care of her, he knew her. The writing in this book was another level. The details and descriptions and world building.
I didn’t know what I was expecting either the ending but I’m still shocked. I really hope I hear more of their story. I need more. Highly recommend this beautiful book.
“You are mine, Sanora, and I will go on wanting you until the stars themselves collapse.“ 🥰😘
Mind blown and speechless, i’m not gonna lie but this book captivated me from the beginning to the end. I loved the characters and the plot! Everything about it was sooooo good! We have forbidden love, her emotions connected to his, immortal X mortal, obsession, morally grey mmc, stalking, cursed hero, reincarnation. Thisssss is for you and me because it will take you on an emotional roller coaster.
You know the saying ‘Curiosity killed the cat’ it’s Sanora to a tee. I find her relatable in ways that she does the opposite of what you say, you can feel her passion and love. I enjoyed Sanora’s and Thrax’s story and the interactions between them. I don’t know what I was expecting with the ending but I’m still in shock and still processing. But I 100% recommend this book, I loved it soooo much. And Miss Violet, you ate that!! Thank you for writing this beautiful and marvellous book!🩵
I was really intrigued by this story, the premise pulled me in, and the writing kept me turning the pages. There’s definitely a creative world here, and I can see the passion the author poured into it.
That said, I did struggle a bit with the main relationship. The MMC came across a little bit off rather than appealing, which made it harder to enjoy the romance the way I wanted to. I usually love a morally grey villian/hero, but this one leaned a bit too far into overbearing territory for me.
The main thing that really gave me pause was the fact that he’d been stalking her since she was a baby - it just added a layer that felt a bit uncomfortable.
Still, the story had some strong moments and a unique vibe, and I appreciate being gifted the chance to read it. Definitely a creative and interesting take that fans of darker romances might still enjoy.
I was crying sobbing and shouting at the ending. I did not see that coming. 😭 But nonetheless, it's been awhile that a story made me feel like this, I read it in 18 hours straight with my busy life in the midst of it. I could not for the life of me put it down!
I literally had to take a hot shower after reading the ending. The writing was impeccable!
I hope, I really hope this book soar through. It demands more readers!! I hope booktok community will find this story, I really hope it will be popular.
Thank you for this author!!! It looked like a standalone, by the looks of it. But a book 2 is commendable! 😂
Again, thank you for this. It's been awhile since I felt like this, reading a book! 🥹♥️
I started this book without any expectations because I couldn’t remember how I got the arc, but when I started reading it, my oh my…:it took me to another dimension, this book is like a breath of fresh air from the usual fantasy book. I needed to know who wrote it, till I found out that I have indeed requested for it after seeing the trailer on tiktok. This book has a little mix of dystopian inside fantasy, the author found a way to write about the characters in a way that’s funny yet didn’t drive us away from the main point of the story. I was giggling, then frowning, then laughing, it was on a different level for me. I love it.
I really really loved this book, the maturity in writing was beyond my words. A proof that you dont have to follow the trend to make your book not only worth reading but to make reader fall in love with your characters. Specially i love the female character she was logical, sensible, strong which is hard to find now a days. And i have no words for thrax. I wished i could steal him. One of the most cutest man. May be because he born more than 1000 years ago. His sarcastic dominant nature wrapped in care and sweetness was out of the world. I can write a whole essay
This book was a roller coaster of emotions for lack of better words. The author is extremely talented starting with the plot, progressing with the word building and development of characters everything was chef's kiss😮💨😩🤌🏿
It was so amazing in a way that left you starving for more like I can't even explain it. Everything was so good I knew the book would be good but I didn't expect it to be this good 😩
Both Sanora and Thrax will forever live in my mind rent free 🥹 I'm definitely excited read more of the author's future work 💋 🤭
"Seriously, this book is pure magic! I was captivated from beginning to end and didn't want it to stop. The author created a world that I never wanted to leave, and I was so emotionally invested in the characters. I almost cried when I finished it because I wasn't ready to say goodbye. I'm eagerly awaiting more from this author – they're a true storyteller! If you want a book that will sweep you off your feet, look no further."
This was so good, the characters were all so well written and I was hooked right from the start🤭
Their romance is beautiful (and yes I cried) and the world building really sucked me in, the ending was just 🤯 and I really hope there is more to this!! I'd love to keep reading Thrax and Sanora's story 🥹💕
This book completely captivated me from the get-go. I absolutely fell in love with the characters. Sanora is truly one of a kind. So brave, and Thrax is undoubtedly the most beautifully written MMC I've ever read. I’ve never come across anyone as compelling as him. I need more. I feel like we were robbed of 5 more chapters. Great writing!
This started out as very interesting, had me hooked from the start. The dynamic, tension and chemistry this story holds is phenomenal. I loved the interactions between the FMC and the twins, that was the part where I laughed like crazy. The story also made me cry like a baby (I'm not complaining.)
I'd like to thank the author for giving me this opportunity to ARC read this wonderful story.
oh my dayssss, Vi you outdid yourself for a debut ? nahhh I need a part two ASAP 😩. This book devastated me. I won't lie. Every scene in the book is well detailed 😅 . I'm glad there's something called reincarnation because the love story has to go on THANK YOU VI💓
This has been a really great read! I can't say much without giving it away but once you read this you'll be wishing you had a Thrax of your own thankyou Violet for the privilege you gave me to read this beautiful book!
This was definitely an interesting and emotional roller coaster but it is so worth it it had me hooked from the start the world building is amazing and the plot was really interesting and the characters were so amazing
I was very fortunate to get this as an ARC from Violet and feel terrible that it took me so long to write a review!
The mystical nature of this book pulled me in. I really enjoyed the way in which the crater and surrounding areas was described. The way in which the crater takes over the town is captivating. I felt the pull to the area as much as Sanora did.
The love story between Sanora and Thrax is at times very dark and consuming and at other times as if he doesn’t care at all. Soulless he may be but heartless he isn’t.
I enjoyed Sanora’s feisty attitude toward most things including Thrax. Alternating between finding him mouthwatering and hating his existence is something we’ve all experienced in our own lives.
The book was a page turner and didn't disappoint. It was so intense, dark and mysterious.
I loved Sanora although she made me quite furious for her weakness towards the male interest. His physical appearance would make her lose her senses, I mean I was like come on girl, you aren't a teenager. Stop swooning over his looks.
Let's talk about Thrax. I didn't like him the least. Talk about respecting privacy. No, what's that? He practically stalked her, violated her physical space, forced her to live with him. He didn't give her any choice, nor did he respect her. I just hated him and still hate him with all my heart.
I felt so sad for Sanora's mother. My heart literally broke for her. I can't imagine what she might have gone through after finding out what happened to her daughter. She deserved more care. I hope she got to live happily too. A little glimpse into her life would have been cool.
Also, a little warning about content would be great. I went blind into the book and found smut in it. I am not a fan of that, so I was kinda shocked.
Other than that, I enjoyed reading this book. There wasn't any single page that was boring. Like I said, it was a page turner for sure.
Thanks to the author for providing me digital arc of Nova. My review is completely honest and is not influenced by anything or anyone.
I actually got the ARC for this book! I finished it right before my exams started so I know this review is coming a bit late.. 😳
I really, really enjoyed this book! The concept of the book was new to me and it was really refreshing reading a book that is different from all the other books I have read! 😅🤩 The book got me hooked from the first 20% at least! It made me cry, laugh and kick my feet! When I started reading this book I couldn’t stop thinking about reading this book! 🤩 I had a really great time reading this and would definitely recommend!!
🌑 | Nova by Violet San 💚 | Dark Fantasy Romance ✨ | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Wow. 🤩🤩 What a book this was. This book took me on a wild ride. I’ve NEVER read anything like this before, like EVER. This book made me feel all kinds of emotions, happy, sad, heartbroken. I wasn’t expecting that ending at all, I am still in shock, I truly believed that nothing heartbreaking would happen. Thrax and Sanora’s story had me entranced. Every emotion of Sanora felt like they were my own: her love, her passion, and her heartbreak. I can relate myself to Sanora, when someone tells me not to do something, I really wanna do that thing no matter what. I had this feeling while reading the book that if the circumstances were different Amelia, Merton, Sanora would be really good friends. I didn’t get the evil vibe from the twins, it felt more like that deep down they actually cared for Sanora but just didn’t know how to show it. Sure they did kidnap her but they also cared for her in their own way. The writing of this book was simply and easy to read, nothing complicated. After finishing the book I felt whole yet empty at the same time, like there was this giant hole in my heart that can’t be filled. Like I was leaving something really important behind. Violet, thank you so much for this wonderful and amazing book.♥️♥️ Thank you for sharing Thrax and Sanora’s love story with us. Thrax and Sanora will forever have a special place in my heart 💖💖 I highly recommend this wonderful book.
Here are some of my favorite quotes:
💚 “Ours is a fate that’s already been written, and we cannot successfully run from it even if we try”
💚 “Because beneath all the ruin, all the curses and doom, there was this — us. And it was beautiful.”
💚 “You are mine, Sanora, and I will go on wanting you until the stars themselves collapse.“
💚 “She became the only light that bled color into his otherwise grey existence.”