Beware the Night by Jessika Fleck
Publisher: Swoon Reads
Publish Date: March 12, 2019
Synopsis: On the island of Bellona, they worship the sun. Seventeen-year-old Veda understands that keeping the sun content ensures plentiful crops, peace and harmony, and a thriving economy. But as a member of the Basso class, she never reaps those benefits.
Life as a Basso is one fraught with back-breaking work and imposing rules. Her close friendship with Nico is Veda’s one saving grace in a cruel world where the division between her people and the ruling Dogio is as wide and winding as the canals that snake through their island.
But when Veda’s grandfather is chosen as the next sacrificial offering to keep the sun’s favor, Veda is forced to see the injustice of her world. Turning away from the sun means she must join the night—and an underground revolution she’s been taught to fear all her life.
Disclosure: ARC provided for an honest review. #partner
When I saw the cover to Beware the Night by Jessika Fleck, I was drawn to the cover. There is something so beautiful about the contrast about of light and dark. But the cover isn’t the only reason why I wanted to read the book, so let me tell you why.
Beware the Night is about Veda, a young girl who lives in the Sun. Each society at war with each other, one deemed evil and dangerous. But an exploration of another world opens eyes, and an injustice needs to be corrected in a form of a revolution.
I enjoyed Veda and her story. I think for everything that has happened to her, and all that she has had to face, she reacted a bit better than other heroines in this position. And of course, there are romance interests, one always preferred at a specific time. I don’t want to spoil much, but I think Nico and Dorian is a classic triangle. One swoony guy over the other, each with their own set of good and bad traits. I won’t spoil who I prefer, but wow this story gave my feelings a run for its money.
I loved how this story came to life. The contrast between the two societies, with the clear similarities between the two. There were so many note-worthy details put into this world, including the lush imagery.
I enjoyed Fleck’s writing style. The words flowed so easily, and I would always just get lost into the story and just lost time. It has been an enjoyable read, and I think you’d love this also!
*Thank you to the publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.*
