Vicious Princess by Karolina Wilde

Vicious Princess was an engaging read that kept my attention from start to finish, even if I suspected from early on that it was setting up for another installment. While the ending wasn’t a huge, jaw-dropping cliffhanger, it left enough unanswered questions to make me eager for book two.

The story kicks off with a surprising spicy scene, immediately setting a bold tone. From there, the plot delivers plenty of action, trials, and a satisfying revenge arc. Phoenix, the FMC, is a standout, strong, determined, and relentless when it comes to achieving her goals. I appreciated her unwavering drive, though I’m hoping the next book ties up some of the loose ends involving side characters.

The romance was solid and realistic, though I personally didn’t connect as strongly with the MMC this time around. He was likable enough and served his role in the story, but the emotional pull wasn’t as strong for me as it was in other books.

Overall, this is a great choice if you enjoy action-packed stories with romance, a fierce female lead, and plenty of high-stakes moments. Expect trials, death, and more than a few morally questionable decisions along the way.