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Copper Wrath
What’s taking a bullet among friends?
Look, John is going to have to get one thing straight: Prisha doesn’t take orders, or even suggestions. So when a public stunt backfires and John is in the literal crosshairs, she protects him on instinct—taking the bullet meant for him. That probably isn’t something “just friends” do, but she doesn’t love him. Seriously, stop asking. More concerning, shouldn’t bullet wounds hurt?
As Prisha’s body continues to go numb, she shoves her way into John’s world of ability-laden Abnormals, convinced she can belong—even if she’s not one of them. It’s not like numbing is an ability or anything—that would be dumb and exceptionally inconvenient.
Whatever, she’ll save her mansel-in-distress first, and figure out her body later.
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COPPER WRATH is the anticipated sequel to GILDED LIES, where rare physiological abilities are pushing the limits of what humanity is ready for.
Look, John is going to have to get one thing straight: Prisha doesn’t take orders, or even suggestions. So when a public stunt backfires and John is in the literal crosshairs, she protects him on instinct—taking the bullet meant for him. That probably isn’t something “just friends” do, but she doesn’t love him. Seriously, stop asking. More concerning, shouldn’t bullet wounds hurt?
As Prisha’s body continues to go numb, she shoves her way into John’s world of ability-laden Abnormals, convinced she can belong—even if she’s not one of them. It’s not like numbing is an ability or anything—that would be dumb and exceptionally inconvenient.
Whatever, she’ll save her mansel-in-distress first, and figure out her body later.
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COPPER WRATH is the anticipated sequel to GILDED LIES, where rare physiological abilities are pushing the limits of what humanity is ready for.
315 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 6, 2021
About the author
Lin Lustig
20 books31 followersGrowing up in the Pacific Northwest near Seattle, Lin always loved stories in any style and pursued a degree in film production, but she later decided she’d rather write books than screenplays. She currently lives in Luxembourg and is learning to speak very poor French (one of three official languages—and no, English isn’t one of them). The local history, castles, and cultures are enchanting, but her greatest pleasure is obsessing over a fandom whenever the opportunity arises. Her oddball brain has always struggled to connect with contemporary books, so she continues to create the queer, adventurous, romantic fantasies that she’s always wanted. Born with more heart than sense, Lin will always find ways to help readers feel seen and loved because the best found families are often hiding between the pages.
*Be Heroic. Be Villainous. Be YOU. —Lin*
*Be Heroic. Be Villainous. Be YOU. —Lin*
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April 9, 2021
Disclosure: I received a free advanced reader's copy of this book in return for an honest review.
Copper Wrath is a worthy successor to Lustig's first book in this series, Gilded Lies. The scale of the action, as with the first book, focuses on character relationships, dynamics, and development more than on sweeping plot arcs. The stakes may not feel quite as high as they were in the first book, but there is a lot of buildup, and the ending definitely leaves you looking forward to the next book. Don't get me wrong, there is definitely still plenty of plot in this book that follows and builds on what was in Gilded Lies, but in my opinion, it works better in order than if you were to read it out of sequence. This also allows us to explore the characters' motivations and how they process the impact of the plot events in Book 1 a lot more thoroughly, which in my mind is definitely a good thing!
In my review for Gilded Lies, I talked about wanting to see the world less from John's self-centered point of view, and Lustig definitely delivered. I also wanted to see more from other characters' point of view (I believe my specific words were "MORE PRISHA"), and Lustig delivered on that front, too. There is much more emphasis in this book on characters who were more minor in the first book, and whose motivations and personalities we saw frustratingly little of, all of whom are women of color.
It was great to see both Azami and Tarrah standing out more, both individually and together (not gonna lie, I kind of ship them), and I look forward to seeing more of them in the next book. John is still probably my least favorite character (although I do love his relationships with Emerson and Prisha), but with him being less of a plot driver in this book, he was a lot easier for me to stomach. Hopefully the rest of the series will continue with more of the ensemble feel of Copper Wrath.
There have been hints that the next book will have more of Emerson's backstory and more development for him, which I welcome because I really liked him in the first book, and he (understandably, it's an ensemble cast) didn't necessarily have as much to do in this book and was a little flatter (because he was being seen from others' perspectives). I liked the more rounded take we got of Emerson in the first book and I hope to see more of that, particularly considering some of the choices he made in this one.
All in all, Copper Wrath is a great follow-up to Gilded Lies and a good lead-in to the next book, Bronzed Shame. A lot of the issues I had with the first book were addressed in this one (as I hoped/suspected they would be), which was great to see and really improved my experience with the series. If you read Gilded Lies, I highly recommend Copper Wrath; if you haven't read Gilded Lies, I recommend you read it…and then read Copper Wrath!
Copper Wrath is a worthy successor to Lustig's first book in this series, Gilded Lies. The scale of the action, as with the first book, focuses on character relationships, dynamics, and development more than on sweeping plot arcs. The stakes may not feel quite as high as they were in the first book, but there is a lot of buildup, and the ending definitely leaves you looking forward to the next book. Don't get me wrong, there is definitely still plenty of plot in this book that follows and builds on what was in Gilded Lies, but in my opinion, it works better in order than if you were to read it out of sequence. This also allows us to explore the characters' motivations and how they process the impact of the plot events in Book 1 a lot more thoroughly, which in my mind is definitely a good thing!
In my review for Gilded Lies, I talked about wanting to see the world less from John's self-centered point of view, and Lustig definitely delivered. I also wanted to see more from other characters' point of view (I believe my specific words were "MORE PRISHA"), and Lustig delivered on that front, too. There is much more emphasis in this book on characters who were more minor in the first book, and whose motivations and personalities we saw frustratingly little of, all of whom are women of color.
It was great to see both Azami and Tarrah standing out more, both individually and together (not gonna lie, I kind of ship them), and I look forward to seeing more of them in the next book. John is still probably my least favorite character (although I do love his relationships with Emerson and Prisha), but with him being less of a plot driver in this book, he was a lot easier for me to stomach. Hopefully the rest of the series will continue with more of the ensemble feel of Copper Wrath.
There have been hints that the next book will have more of Emerson's backstory and more development for him, which I welcome because I really liked him in the first book, and he (understandably, it's an ensemble cast) didn't necessarily have as much to do in this book and was a little flatter (because he was being seen from others' perspectives). I liked the more rounded take we got of Emerson in the first book and I hope to see more of that, particularly considering some of the choices he made in this one.
All in all, Copper Wrath is a great follow-up to Gilded Lies and a good lead-in to the next book, Bronzed Shame. A lot of the issues I had with the first book were addressed in this one (as I hoped/suspected they would be), which was great to see and really improved my experience with the series. If you read Gilded Lies, I highly recommend Copper Wrath; if you haven't read Gilded Lies, I recommend you read it…and then read Copper Wrath!
April 6, 2021
Copper Wrath was a very fun ride: engaging external conflict, great character development, and just the right mix of scheming, thrills, and romance. I thought the bigger-picture setting--the politics, the way society responds to the supernatural--felt very believable, and the powers themselves are intriguing and lead to some interesting situations and interactions between the characters. Most of all, I love the characters themselves. It's a great "cast," and each character has their own internal and external journeys to walk. Prisha in particular is a fantastic character--complex, strong-willed yet vulnerable in her own way, and with a terrific arc. All in all, I highly recommend this book (and the first one, Gilded Lies), as a fun and engaging read!
April 6, 2021
Another strong, compelling body of work from this emerging author. The world that she is crafting is very intriguing and leaves me wanting more. I really like her thought process and the way she builds on her characters. The reason I only gave 4 out of 5 is because I still find myself completely unable to emotionally invest in one or two of the main characters. Other authors can still draw me in and make me invest somewhat unlikable characters. That could just be me though. I do love her ideas and the way with writing. Looking forward to many more of her stories!
I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review.
I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review.
April 7, 2021
COPPER WRATH is the anticipated sequel to GILDED LIES, where rare physiological abilities are pushing the limits of what humanity is ready for.
When a public stunt backfires and John is in the literal crosshairs, she protects him on instinct—taking the bullet meant for him.
Great characters ,intrigue and adventure.
Cannot wait for next book.
When a public stunt backfires and John is in the literal crosshairs, she protects him on instinct—taking the bullet meant for him.
Great characters ,intrigue and adventure.
Cannot wait for next book.
March 27, 2021
Copper Wrath: Frequency Series, Book Two by Lin Lustig
I was given an Advanced Reader Copy of this story in exchange for an honest review.
Emotions run high in the fall out of Gilded Lies, Frequency Series Book One. We are given a deep, complex story full of the uncertainty of undefined relationships, fear of the unknown, and betrayal. John Beechum and his Abnormals – or Ferly – face new, unknown foes. The Ferly need John, but he is facing his own demons in the press and elsewhere. The focus of this story is less on the relationship between John and Emerson and more on the relationship between John and Prisha. We learn more about Prisha and Licia, and the lengths they will go to in order to protect their loved ones and community. There is a sense of survival and empowerment in this story that really speaks to the human condition. I can’t wait for the final installment of the Frequency Series!
I was given an Advanced Reader Copy of this story in exchange for an honest review.
Emotions run high in the fall out of Gilded Lies, Frequency Series Book One. We are given a deep, complex story full of the uncertainty of undefined relationships, fear of the unknown, and betrayal. John Beechum and his Abnormals – or Ferly – face new, unknown foes. The Ferly need John, but he is facing his own demons in the press and elsewhere. The focus of this story is less on the relationship between John and Emerson and more on the relationship between John and Prisha. We learn more about Prisha and Licia, and the lengths they will go to in order to protect their loved ones and community. There is a sense of survival and empowerment in this story that really speaks to the human condition. I can’t wait for the final installment of the Frequency Series!
March 26, 2021
My eager anticipation of book two of the Frequency Series was rewarded from the start. The series continues to take unexpected turns. Lustig is wonderful at evoking vivid images of the world she created to inspire emotion. The character relationships that I invested in from the first book continued to develop. The emotional depth and growth of the characters kept me captivated throughout. Once again, I am left eagerly awaiting the next book in the series. (Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book in return for an honest review.)
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