The consensus on Carissa Broadbent's The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King is largely positive, with readers praising its rich world-building, complex characters, and immersive storytelling. However, some found the pacing uneven and the plot somewhat predictable. Overall, it remains a strong entry in its genre with compelling emotional depth.

Fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas or From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout will enjoy The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent. This book caters to readers who love high fantasy with strong romantic elements, intricate world-building, and complex characters.

In The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent, Oraya, the half-human daughter of the fallen Nightborn King Vincent, grapples with her feelings for Raihn, her lover and the new Nightborn King, amid political turmoil and rebellion. They search for the God of Death’s blood to consolidate power, while navigating treachery within their ranks and complex alliances. The book mentions rape, suicidal ideation, and enslavement.

Mysterious / Dark / Romantic / Suspenseful / Emotional

**Oraya**  
A half-human, half-vampire protagonist with distinctive long black hair and silver eyes, who battles with her identity and discovers her true heritage involving the House of Night.

**Raihn**  
A tall, muscled vampire with red-black hair and rust-red eyes, once a human enslaved and now the Nightborn King, struggling with his past and his relationship with Oraya.

**Septimus**  
A Bloodborn prince determined to lift a curse affecting his people, known for his charming yet untrustworthy demeanor and desperate strategic alliances.

**Jesmine**  
A resilient Hiaj vampire, previously a minor character, who gains significance for her loyalty and role as Head of War following the Rishan takeover.

**Mische**  
A former human, now a vampire without wings, known for her impulsivity and magical talent, serving as both Raihn's best friend and a bridge between Oraya and Raihn.

**Cairis**  
A trusted advisor of Raihn, with a smiling yet watchful presence, whose past enslavement fuels his cautious loyalties and actions within the court.

**Ketura**  
A skilled, stern warrior and advisor who teaches Oraya, characterized by her unwavering glare and tough instruction style reminiscent of Vincent. 

**Vale Atruro**  
Previously the Head of War for a tyrannical ruler, now serving Raihn; his past loyalty is questioned despite a change in character over time and his marriage to Lilith.

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Part 1: “Night”-Part 2: “New Moon”

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