Review of Between These Broken Hearts (These Hollow Vows, #4)
From the moment I first cracked open These Hollow Vows, Lexi Ryan’s enchanting world and its complex characters have captivated my heart. So, when I received an eARC of the final installment, Between These Broken Hearts, you can only imagine the rollercoaster of emotions that awaited me. This finale has left an indelible mark on me, and I can honestly say it was worth the wait.
In this breathtaking conclusion, we find ourselves back with Jasalyn, who has evolved from the timid girl we first met into a fierce and mighty force. The journey is nothing short of empowering. As Jasalyn grapples with her identity, her declaration, "I am anger and vengeance. I am love and acceptance. I am power and strength," resonates deeply and embodies the very essence of her transformation. It’s one thing to read about a character’s growth; it’s another to feel it within your bones.
The story picks up seamlessly from where Beneath These Cursed Stars left us, plunging us into a world of love, betrayal, and sacrifice. The stakes are high—Jasalyn has only eleven days left to save Felicity, who is trapped in Misha’s dungeons, and the fate of the Shadow Court hangs in the balance. Lexi Ryan masterfully combines brutal realities with tender moments, making us feel every ounce of love and loss as Jasalyn navigates her way through twisted alliances.
One of the most compelling aspects of this final installment is the emotional depth in the relationships. The complex dynamic between Jasalyn and Kendrick is painfully beautiful, filled with regret and longing. “You’ve taken me from the pit of despair and back to hope,” Jasalyn tells Kendrick, and I found myself holding my breath, caught in the heat of their love and the weight of their past.
And then there’s Felicity and Misha—oh, their storyline! Their kiss, fraught with yearning and prophecy, was a highlight that left me gasping for air. “I might kiss you, confess my undying love, and trick you into being my queen,” Misha quips, and it’s moments like these that showcase Ryan’s gift for blending humor with high stakes, making the romance feel all the more poignant.
What stood out to me was Ryan’s keen ability to weave moments of raw intensity with moments of warmth; every chapter bursts with emotion, making it impossible to put the book down. The pacing is just perfect—each reveal builds upon the last, drawing us deeper into the shadows and the light.
Upon finishing Between These Broken Hearts, I found myself not just crying for the characters but for the journey we’ve taken together since 2021. I am filled with gratitude for Lexi Ryan’s ability to remind us what courage, love, and transformation look like. Her world offers readers a safe space to explore the messiness of emotions and the beauty of found family.
In summation, this book will resonate with fans of fantasy who cherish character-driven stories rich with emotional depth. If you’ve followed Jasalyn and her companions, you absolutely must experience this stunning finale. I will carry this story in my heart forever—and I suspect others will, too. Lexi, thank you for giving us characters who we will miss as if they were friends. ❣️
If you’re looking to feel every possible emotion and discover a world where love and sacrifice reign supreme, grab this book. Trust me, you won’t regret it.
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