Review of 'Our Infinite Fates'

Absolutely addicting and fast-paced, Our Infinite Fates follows two lovers as they seek to break the curse that forces them to kill each other every 18 years.

Let me start by saying this: I did not like Steven’s previous novel, The Society for Soulless Girls. I abhor that novel. However, I absolutely devoured Our Infinite Fates and loved it.

Gender Fluid

One of Our Infinite Fates best aspects was its ability to explore the past. We see Evelyn and Arden through their previous lives—how they fall in love, how they are drawn to each other, and ultimately, how they kill one another. I loved delving into their pasts and discovering these two characters repeatedly, often with different genders.

The characters are not always reincarnated as male and female. Sometimes, they are reborn as two women or two men, or Evelyn may be reborn as a man while Arden is a woman. I appreciated how Steven explored their love across different genders; it felt effortless and natural. Their interactions seemed wholesome, allowing us to witness their growth across various ages and eras while demonstrating how their past influences their present.

This theme was a significant yet subtle part of the storytelling. Steven built up the dynamic between these two characters, developing the romance to draw the reader in and make us invested in their story. This truly captivated me—reading passages set in the past and understanding their relevance to the present.

And the plot twist! I honestly didn’t see it coming. The ending was quick and not overly drawn out, but I felt it could have benefited from a slight extension since it felt rushed and anticlimactic. However, the novel had already hinted at what the ending would entail, so I wasn’t bothered by the fast pace, as I couldn’t take my eyes off the pages.

Final Thoughts

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Our Infinite Fates. It was addictive and fast-paced, and I appreciated the novel’s queerness and gender fluidity and how naturally it flowed.

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About the Author

Cynthia Bujnicki graduated from Emerson College with a BA in Writing, Literature and Publishing. She has always loved to read since she was a child. A contributing writer for YA Fantasy Addicts, she is also the Editor-in-Chief for Cyn's Workshop. She lives in sunny South Florida with her husband, two kids (the perfect pair), and their two cats Mr. J the Kitten and Nyx (aka Girl).