I liked the opening but after it the story started slipping into exposition and unnecessary dialogue. I've decided to DNFit at 56% because I couldn't motivate myself to continue. Thank you for the arc and sorry to bring bad news.

Thank you to Köehler Books and NetGalley for this E-Arc. All opinions are my own.

Right off the bat there's a mysterious creature that appears and is killing people on an island! Sherrif Sol must lockdown the island and with the help of his wife Yaya attempt to unravel what is going on. The premise of the book sounded interesting but unfortunately it didn't quite click with me. I wasn't really rooting for anybody as much as just an observer as I felt the characters were overall flat. I had an issue trying to keep up with the supernatural entities and had to write them down to figure out what was going on with who. Plus, there was a bunch of interesting concepts introduced but then not explored.

My biggest issue with the book was that the writing felt at time like giant information dumps of "telling", a lot of the writing followed that theme with tell and not a show kind of aspect. After the initial thrill of the first few chapters I struggled reading the book as the writing style kept taking me out of the moment. It kind of felt as if I was reading a script at points rather than a book.

I think overall this book if reworked has the potential to be a compelling story. But between the writing style and the action it does feel incomplete.

Book Review: *Two Suns* by Alan and Sairung Wright ⭐️⭐️ (2/5)

At first glance, *Two Suns* by Alan and Sairung Wright sets up a compelling, high-stakes supernatural thriller with a strong lead and an intriguing mystery. The initial third of the book unfolds with tight pacing, well-drawn suspense, and a fascinating blend of horror and mystery. Sheriff Sol Jefferson's encounter with the crimson-red creature makes for an electrifying start, immediately drawing readers into the unknown.

However, as the story progresses, the crisp narrative gives way to an uneven mix of paranormal elements. What begins as a sharply focused supernatural thriller quickly snowballs into an amalgamation of horror, romance, and humor—sometimes effectively, but often in ways that dilute the impact of the plot. The sheer variety of supernatural forces introduced creates an overcrowded landscape, making the central conflict feel muddled rather than immersive.

While Sol remains a well-grounded protagonist, his dynamic with Yaya struggles to maintain emotional weight amid the whirlwind of supernatural events. The book’s ambitions are commendable, but its attempt to blend multiple genres results in a scattered execution rather than a seamless fusion.

As a reviewer receiving an advanced copy from NetGallery, I had high hopes for the novel. Unfortunately, despite its thrilling beginning, *Two Suns* ultimately meanders into overly broad territory, leaving its strongest elements lost in the chaos.

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2.5 ★

I loved the way this book started out, by jumping right into the action immediately. The first couple chapters were amazing, seeing this creature go on a rampage through this small village. I thought this portion was written well.

That is part of the reason why I’m extra disappointed by what came after. Without giving too many spoilers… The story so far was basically placed on hold just to give a bunch of exposition and dialogue. All of this blended a bit awkwardly with the action.

One more note I have about the writing, is that the naming of certain things in the story were... strange and kind of unfunny.

There was so much potential, but having all the interesting parts be put in dialogue made me feel like there was missing something. A lot of idea’s were explored, but just on surface level. I feel like it would’ve been better if the authors focused on a smaller portion.

I am able to write this review thanks to NetGalley and Köehler Books. Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to read this book early, in exchange for my honest opinion.