

I like her attitude about everything, even when she finds herself back into a corner – she’s fighter. But I think they can be added to my favorite book couples list. The two of them do get into some heated moments but nothing too descriptive. They play off one another until the attraction builds up to something they cannot deny. He’s a bit snarky but she really vibes with him. They are too cute together! She’s the chosen one and he’s some random fighter she picked off the street to be her bodyguard. Their banter and flirting is so good! I loved her naughty banter and seeing how he reacts to it. + My favorite part of the story is Alessa and Dante. The world felt Italian-inspired, but there were diverse cultures represented as well when they had big events in the town like Carnivale. The search for a new one begins but Alessa is scared she might kill another person. But it’s a problem when she kills her Fontes. But in the scriptures, apparently Alessa needs a Fontes, a partner in crime, someone with power as well. Alessa is a Finestra – she basically has the power of death, and she is going to lead an army to find a demon horde coming their way. Anyway, I finished it and Dante and Alessa are everything! Here’s what did and didn’t work for me: I don’t use glasses (but I think I need them now) and the print in the hardcover copy is smaller than other fonts – so basically I should’ve gotten the ebook for this. I finally read this book and you know I will blame my eyesight. Content Warning: violence, suicidal ideation
