Review: To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods

To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods by Molly X. Chang
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I picked up this book because it had a hint of Zutara inspiration, and I’m so glad I did. The writing is beautifully done, making every decision Ruying makes feel incredibly tense. Antony gives off those deliciously tortured prince vibes that I’m totally here for. There’s some great romantic tension between Antony and Ruying, plus a "forced to share a bed" scene, though it doesn’t get steamy because they’re too busy dodging bullets! The book also has a bit of a Poppy War feel, with its magic that's fading over generations, and a touch of sci-fi. I’m really excited to see where Ruying’s journey takes her in the next book and what her powers will evolve into.


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