You are currently viewing the details page on Bookshelves for the book Soul in Darkness by Wendy Higgins.īookshelves is one feature of Bookshelves is found under the /shelves/ subfolder at. Soul In Darkness is the perfect read for those cold winter months, or really any time of year.Important Note about Bookshelves and They really jump off the page and imprint themselves in your mind. Heck, you might want to reread it again! Wendy has crafted characters that are memorable and real.

You’ll be hooked from the very beginning, and don’t be surprised if you don’t want to put it down when it’s over.

Her writing style is as addicting as ever, and I found myself dying to know what was going to happen on the next page, even if I was already familiar with the myth itself. Wendy does a great job of making the myth of Cupid and Psyche feel fresh and entertaining, all while still maintaining that epic feeling you get when devouring a myth. I’ve read some of Wendy’s YA titles before and I was excited to try out this new Adult title, especially since I adore mythology. I was so excited to receive an ARC of this title. He takes his time, morphing her fears into different sensations completely.īased on the Roman/Greek mythology of Cupid and Psyche by Lucius Apuleius, New York Times bestseller Wendy Higgins brings the tale to life, weaving layers that show exactly how a sacrificial lamb can be enchanted by an unseen monster. Her mate, however, is masterful in his dealings with his bride. She is terrified of this stranger, who the oracle described as a serpent. Psyche’s punishment is to be given to a mysterious creature who only comes to her in the dark of night under the pact that she will never lay eyes on him.

When his mother Venus approaches him about punishing the human girl who dares to steal her offerings and affections from the people, Cupid gladly accepts. He uses love as a weapon, humoring in the weakness of people at the whims of their feelings. Their adoration for the mortal woman is so all-consuming that citizens begin to shower her with the very gifts and offerings they once left at the alter of Venus, goddess of love and beauty.Ĭupid, the god of love, takes pleasure in causing strife and mischief in the lives of humans. People travel from afar to the small isle in the Aegean Sea hoping for a single glimpse of Princess Psyche. I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

Soul in darkness by wendy higgins