Dragons & Spaceships

Power Dynamics in Heartless Hunter

Ippen Digital Season 1 Episode 12

In this episode of Dragons and Spaceships, host Brandi delves into Kristen Ciccarelli's 'Heartless Hunter', exploring its captivating characters, intricate themes, and the romantic tension between the protagonists. The discussion also touches on the book's reception among readers and exciting news from the book industry.

Key Points

  • Heartless Hunter is a YA fantasy romance filled with witches.
  • Rune is a complex character driven by guilt and conflict.
  • Gideon embodies the morally conflicted witch hunter.
  • The theme of power dynamics is central to the story.
  • Rune's dual identity adds depth to her character.
  • Gideon's feelings for Rune complicate his duty as a witch hunter.
  • The romance is characterized by tension and deception.
  • Readers appreciate the character dynamics and world-building.
  • The pacing slows in the middle but the tension compensates.
  • A spin-off series for Shatter Me is on the way.

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