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OH.MY.GOSH, what did I just read?! It has been sooooo long since I’ve read a Wendy Higgins book and this was the BEST point to pick things back up again. I’ve been a fan of mythology since I was kid, I can’t say that I have a plethora of knowledge, but I always loved reading about it. In Soul in Darkness, we have Cupid and Psyche’s story, a very new story to me … I didn’t even know Cupid had his own love story. I just couldn’t get enough of their story and had trouble putting my book down.

Since I had zero idea about their story, I had no expectations and was fully ready for the journey this book was going to take me on. I honestly thought this was going to be a YA, but Higgins definitely gives a little note that this is very much an adult read and THANK GOODNESS for that.

For Psyche being young and being very new to relationships in general (well she just skips that and has to marry), I found her to be mature about everything. She has so much beauty, but was so humble about everything. She didn’t care about the gifts that people would adorn her with and would give them to those in need. Psyche was a character that surprised me, she’s a strong, daring and a kind-hearted person. Her name means soul, which is very fitting to her personality.

She definitely irked me at sometimes with quick to believe what everyone tells her. I very much expected her to ALWAYS listen to her natural instincts, but I’d say it definitely got the best of her at times. She’s not one to tuck tail and hide, so I loved how determined she was.

Cupid intrigued me the most! I knew next to nothing about him except for what Valentine’s Day paints him as. He was mysterious and downright alluring, and I was just eager to learn everything about him. Despite everything that she was told about her husband,it was always the exact opposite. Like I’ve mentioned before, he’s nothing like you’d expect.

Everyone, I absolutely loved Cupid! He was so kind and endearing to Psyche, willing to give everything he could to her. As much as I loved the unique aspect of their relationship where she couldn’t see him, it definitely frustrated me to no end. I wanted nothing more for her to just see him and it’s seriously such a tease. But I loved every minute of it and you will too!

Gosh, I wish I could re-read this book over for the first time. I hope we get more Wendy Higgins mythology retellings because I am there for all of it. Such a beautifully written and intriguing tale where trust is the key.

Can’t recommend this book enough!


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Soul in Darkness Wendy Higgins 9781987016826 Books Reviews

"Soul in Darkness" retells Cupid and Psyche's story, which is originally from Metamorphoses, from Psyche's point of view. Psyche was born to rulers of an island as the third- and most beautiful- daughter. Blessed by Venus, the island celebrates the birth of the three daughters, and particularly Psyche. As time has gone on and Psyche has grown, people have been drawn to her and compared her beauty to that of Venus, neglecting their duties to their gods.

Psyche is tired of the mindless adoration and just wants someone to appreciate her for something beyond her beauty. People leave her gifts daily, but she sends them to the poor, assuming her parents are making the appropriate gifts to Venus/the gods. One day at the market, when she is trying to hide behind a cloak/hood, she meets a stranger who talks to her briefly about her life- not just her appearance. She must leave and feels she will never see him again, but she knows that this is what she wants with her life.

When her parents decide it is time for her to get married (after her older two sisters are married), she finds herself unable to make a match. The suitors suddenly fall in love with other women or find their attentions drawn elsewhere. After an unusual length of time and as she begins to worry, she realizes her family has neglected their offerings to the gods. She immediately tries to correct this, but the gods spurn her gift as too little, too late, destroying the temple. She and her parents travel to the mainland to see an oracle and learn that the gods are demanding Psyche marry a winged serpent. She resigns herself to this horrible fate.

Once married, she is afraid of her husband, who she cannot see nor touch. Finding herself navigating new territory and unable to see the horrible serpent to whom she is married, she must decide what she will do with her future and what she will allow.

This story remains pretty true to the original in terms of plot. I would say there are some minor warnings for dubious consent, but it is in line with the original story- she is an offering for her people and so the relationship starts under duress. However, as Psyche is given time to know her husband a little better and slowly grow to care/trust him, a romance blossoms. I found it very engaging and quite the page turner. The romance is pretty strong despite the inability to see her husband and believing him to be a terrible creature- their relationship grows over many conversations.

Psyche begins the book immature/innocent, but the events of the story really cause her to grow in maturity and gain new insights into herself and what she wants for the future- she really undergoes big changes throughout the story. Despite knowing the original story, it was still interesting to read from her point-of-view and wonder about all things she does not know and the weight of the mysteries. This is a great retelling, and I would highly recommend for anyone who enjoys mythology.

Please note that I received an ARC from the author. All opinions are my own.
Another great book by Wendy Higgins. You will be drawn into the world and won’t want to leave! Forget that laundry and food shopping!! I can’t wait until Wendy’s next book.
I loved this book. I devoured it in one day. The strength of Psyche and cupids love for each other is so powerful. You did so amazing with thier Story. I loved so many moments!!!
This is the best book of 2019!!!! Hell, the best book probably of the decade!!! Wendy Higgins is an incredible writer but she has truly outdone herself! I couldn't put this book down, I read through the night and now I miss Psyche and Cupid so much it hurts!!!! Such a beautiful story, I'll cherish it forever!
OH.MY.GOSH, what did I just read?! It has been sooooo long since I’ve read a Wendy Higgins book and this was the BEST point to pick things back up again. I’ve been a fan of mythology since I was kid, I can’t say that I have a plethora of knowledge, but I always loved reading about it. In Soul in Darkness, we have Cupid and Psyche’s story, a very new story to me … I didn’t even know Cupid had his own love story. I just couldn’t get enough of their story and had trouble putting my book down.

Since I had zero idea about their story, I had no expectations and was fully ready for the journey this book was going to take me on. I honestly thought this was going to be a YA, but Higgins definitely gives a little note that this is very much an adult read and THANK GOODNESS for that.

For Psyche being young and being very new to relationships in general (well she just skips that and has to marry), I found her to be mature about everything. She has so much beauty, but was so humble about everything. She didn’t care about the gifts that people would adorn her with and would give them to those in need. Psyche was a character that surprised me, she’s a strong, daring and a kind-hearted person. Her name means soul, which is very fitting to her personality.

She definitely irked me at sometimes with quick to believe what everyone tells her. I very much expected her to ALWAYS listen to her natural instincts, but I’d say it definitely got the best of her at times. She’s not one to tuck tail and hide, so I loved how determined she was.

Cupid intrigued me the most! I knew next to nothing about him except for what Valentine’s Day paints him as. He was mysterious and downright alluring, and I was just eager to learn everything about him. Despite everything that she was told about her husband,it was always the exact opposite. Like I’ve mentioned before, he’s nothing like you’d expect.

Everyone, I absolutely loved Cupid! He was so kind and endearing to Psyche, willing to give everything he could to her. As much as I loved the unique aspect of their relationship where she couldn’t see him, it definitely frustrated me to no end. I wanted nothing more for her to just see him and it’s seriously such a tease. But I loved every minute of it and you will too!

Gosh, I wish I could re-read this book over for the first time. I hope we get more Wendy Higgins mythology retellings because I am there for all of it. Such a beautifully written and intriguing tale where trust is the key.

Can’t recommend this book enough!