C. M. Spivey

The Longing and the Lack have the potential to be a great book. It has a unique plot, interesting characters, unpredictable twists and turns, and of course, a gorgeous book cover!

The story started where Lucinda moves in Ireland where her father grew up, and while staying in the pub, a raven swooped down in the street, and her roommate noticed that it was a big bird. Since there, I had seen how Lucinda was being haunted by these bad omens and how it only worsens when she moved to Ireland. She also met Damien whom Naomi wanted her to avoid at all costs, but she finds out that he might have answers on the things that she was experiencing.

The synopsis already told me that I would enjoy this book, and yeah, I did. But, there were just very few issues just like how the informational background of some characters in the story kind of lacking and one of my peeves in a story, the insta-love. But, overall, I really like the story, especially how the author has written this book. It is just easy for me to get connected with the characters, and as soon as I read it, I already got engaged. I just find myself done with this book after some hours or maybe, almost a day!

Most of the characters are likable, and I like how the author includes diverse characters here in the story. I just really hope that most of them will be given enough information about them and of which would help the readers understand them more.

The ending is really good! It is unexpectedly incredible for me. I am really looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

I am recommending this book for everyone, especially those who like a combination of diverse characters and gothic story with a touch of curses and mystery.

Disclaimer: I received an advance readers copy from Xpresso Book Tours.… (plus d'informations)