ARC Review: Lies on the Serpent’s Tongue by Kate Pearsall
YA Fantasy
Lies on the Serpent’s Tongue
Book Info
Released Date: January 7th
Publication: Penguin Teen
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
“This book had me on chokehold until the very end”
If I thought that I just enjoyed the first book in the Bittersweet in the Hollow series, then I truly love Lies on the Serpent’s Tongue (the second book in the series). This book had me on chokehold until the very end. I literally don’t know what else to do until the next book in the series comes out. However, I can give you my feelings about Lies on the Serpent’s Tongue.
Before you read any further, I won’t say anything to spoilers because it will spoil what’s going to happen in the next book in the series. But I will say that I might say something that may be a spoiler if you catch my drift. Just be warned.
Reasons why I love Lies on the Serpent’s Tongue:
I have been waiting for the Rowan and Hadrian book. I already knew that they were going to be something. Just from the tension between Roman and Hadrian, they were meant for more.
I truly love reading an enemies-to-lovers trope in any genre. Rowan and Hadrian are the definition of the enemies-to-lovers trope. For months, they could not stand each other, and even when they see each other again, there is still tension between them.
Rowan is my girl through and through. She may not be likeable to a lot of people because she doesn’t fake her emotions or feelings with anyone she interacts with. That’s just a true person!
The endless mystery surrounding Rowan's hometown is so creepy and yet so thrilling to read. It’s a bit confusing at first, but it always connects. And it’s going to come into play further in the series. Trust me, pay attention to the details.
I truly love the magical world-building. It’s a bit dark and creepy, but somewhat relatable to small folklore. I just love it so much. It keeps me on the edge. I am waiting for more to come.
