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3.93 AVERAGE
3.93 AVERAGE
It wasn't my favorite book but then again it also isn't my type of book. For a dystopia novel I thought it was good. I also thought it was a little boring but that's just my opinion. Although when I started reading it more I enjoyed it a lot. And got into it more.
I thought the book was OK in general. It moved faster than the first one and had a good ending. It has a few adult references I would say it's suited for older teen 16 or 17.
When the heroes live such tragedy on their way to freedom, relevation and love you want nothing more but a simple, yet fullfiling ending. "Three" ends with blood, love, hate and retribution but Ember and Chase travel almost all across America in order to help the Resistance.
One of the most frightening dystopian series, equal with "The Hunger Games" Kristen Simmons delivers a story with the hope her heroes will live to see another day.
5 of 5 stars
One of the most frightening dystopian series, equal with "The Hunger Games" Kristen Simmons delivers a story with the hope her heroes will live to see another day.
5 of 5 stars
3.5 stars
While this was a great conclusion to the trilogy--it wrapped everything up in a way that was true to the previous books, I didn't find the book very engaging. Yes, it targeted a variety of issues that other dystopians don't, but I felt like the book just sort of dragged along, even during points that were supposed to be fast-paced.
While this was a great conclusion to the trilogy--it wrapped everything up in a way that was true to the previous books, I didn't find the book very engaging. Yes, it targeted a variety of issues that other dystopians don't, but I felt like the book just sort of dragged along, even during points that were supposed to be fast-paced.
Three begins shortly after Breaking Point ends. Ember and Chase have journeyed to the Safe House only to discover it gone. They are tired, emotionally devastated, and some of their members are injured. Exhausted, they move forward looking for survivors. Simmons does an excellent job of recapping the previous tale, and I quickly slipped into the world as they stumble upon the notorious “Three” settlement. The Bureau of Reformation has stepped up their game, and the group Three may give Ember a chance to tell her story. The tale that unfolds brings tender moments of joy, and incredible feelings of loss as we continue the journey with our hero and heroine.
When at times the world of Article 5 looked bleak, it was Simmons’ characters that gave us hope. Ember and Chase are such incredibly strong characters and their relationship has been a thrill to watch unfold. Let me take a moment to thank Simmons for her decision not to include a love triangle. Instead, she fleshed out our characters and made their romance one to remember. Ember has lost, been betrayed and suffered throughout this trilogy but with each step she has taken we have witnessed her evolve and become stronger. Chase struggles with actions he took in Breaking Point, but he opens up and shares with Ember. In Three, we see a progression in their romance, and I loved every moment of it. Of course, their life doesn’t allow much time for cuddling and promises yet these two managed to etch out moments. These moments were beautiful and tender giving me butterflies. The secondary characters were present and I love the unique voices Simmons gives them. Sean and Rebecca were my favorites, but even Tucker, and Will had their moments. We meet someone from Chase’s past, and I found them to be interesting. There were times when I was unsure of them adding a little suspense to the plot.
Three gave us a brilliant conclusion to the Article 5 series. Simmons wrapped up threads, developed characters and kept us thoroughly engaged. She provides us with a panoramic view of the landscape as she moved us towards the climatic final scenes. The pacing slowed in the middle of the novel slightly, but it gave us a moment to breath, reassess and prepare for the nail biting, heart-in-your-throat third part of the book. We learned more about the group “Three” from their history to current operations. It was well done, and Simmons even gave us food for thought regarding their tactics. While there were some actions I would have loved to see explained, and I could have easily accepted another 50 pages, the ending was well done. I closed the book sad to see my time with these characters ending, but deeply satisfied with the journey.
Copy received from publisher in exchange for unbiased review that originally published @ Caffeinated Book Reviewer
When at times the world of Article 5 looked bleak, it was Simmons’ characters that gave us hope. Ember and Chase are such incredibly strong characters and their relationship has been a thrill to watch unfold. Let me take a moment to thank Simmons for her decision not to include a love triangle. Instead, she fleshed out our characters and made their romance one to remember. Ember has lost, been betrayed and suffered throughout this trilogy but with each step she has taken we have witnessed her evolve and become stronger. Chase struggles with actions he took in Breaking Point, but he opens up and shares with Ember. In Three, we see a progression in their romance, and I loved every moment of it. Of course, their life doesn’t allow much time for cuddling and promises yet these two managed to etch out moments. These moments were beautiful and tender giving me butterflies. The secondary characters were present and I love the unique voices Simmons gives them. Sean and Rebecca were my favorites, but even Tucker, and Will had their moments. We meet someone from Chase’s past, and I found them to be interesting. There were times when I was unsure of them adding a little suspense to the plot.
Three gave us a brilliant conclusion to the Article 5 series. Simmons wrapped up threads, developed characters and kept us thoroughly engaged. She provides us with a panoramic view of the landscape as she moved us towards the climatic final scenes. The pacing slowed in the middle of the novel slightly, but it gave us a moment to breath, reassess and prepare for the nail biting, heart-in-your-throat third part of the book. We learned more about the group “Three” from their history to current operations. It was well done, and Simmons even gave us food for thought regarding their tactics. While there were some actions I would have loved to see explained, and I could have easily accepted another 50 pages, the ending was well done. I closed the book sad to see my time with these characters ending, but deeply satisfied with the journey.
Copy received from publisher in exchange for unbiased review that originally published @ Caffeinated Book Reviewer
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
My original review of this title can be found here on The Book Hookup.
**SPECIAL NOTE:** An eARC of this title was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. However, that did not influence this review in any way. All thoughts, quotes, and opinions will be of this version and not of the published edition.
♠ Initial Thoughts and Rating: 5 stars! Packed with action, long-awaited revelations, and sweet, swoony moments, Three was everything I could have hoped for in the conclusion of this series. Ms. Simmons rocked it out in style, managing to pull me back into this tale and romance with only the kind of ease a skilled writer can. If you’re looking for a good dystopian that’s unique in plot and light–though it burns intensely– on the romance side of the story, then look no further than Kristen Simmons’s Article 5 series.
♠ The Lowdown: Three picks up right where we left off in Breaking Point, where Chase, Ember, and a small group of refugees had arrived at the safe house only to find that it was completely demolished. Their only saving grace from falling into despair over their loss of finally finding freedom is the tracks that lead away from the wreckage, giving them a flicker of hope that there were survivors. Following this trail soon leads to Chase encountering someone from his past that he thought was long gone, only they’re alive and could be the key to finding the illustrious Three, the head organization for the rebel movement.
But even if they do find them, their fight wouldn’t be over. As the head of resistance operations, they’d want them to stand up and wage war alongside the other rebels. They’d want them to take back the country. Ember just has to decide, once and for all, if she’s strong enough to make a final stand.
♠ My Thoughts: SPOILER FREE! Just when I think this series couldn’t get any better, Simmons shocks me with the impact her stories make. Each novel builds on its predecessor, and that leaves Three being the biggest and baddest of the entire series. Now at the finish line and looking back, it’s easy to see how carefully crafted this series has been from the very first building stone in Article 5. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to plot the tale of these three books as a combined unit, how each story would be navigated and the journey that each character, especially Ember and Chase, would undergo, and how each of those aspects would tie collectively to the arc as a whole. But kudos, Ms. Simmons, for doing it flawlessly.
As for Three as an individual novel, it was riveting from beginning to end. My biggest grievance (and it was really small, to be honest) with the previous two books had been the secrecy that surrounded the government and the rebellion and its links to Three, and I can say that every question that I ever had was answered in this novel. But more importantly, it was addressed in a way that left me completed satisfied and understanding to why it had to remain private until those pivotal moments. I appreciated that Chase and Ember’s romance was allowed a little more attention that it had in the first two books as well. It still wasn’t the main focus of the book, but it was great to see them grow together and watch their relationship fully realized. Lastly, the pacing and plotting in this novel were perfection. I felt like it kept my heart thundering and I was shocked by betrayal at every turn. I didn’t know who to trust and how it would all unfold, but it was done amazingly well, and I’m grateful for that. Also? The epilogue gave me all the feels. I couldn’t have asked for it to end for any better… except maybe a few deaths less of characters I’d grown fond of, but that’s all I can say on that.
♠ Swoons: Though the romance between Ember and Chase has never been at the forefront of this series, there were definitely more kissing swoony moments in this book. I loved it!
♠ Swoony Teaser:
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(Even Ember managed to swoon me in this book.)
♠ Rec It? Yes, it was a fantastic conclusion to an incredible series; I’m recommending everyone read them. Simmons knocked it out of the park with this final installment. I’m sad to see this story go, and I’ll truly miss all the characters (even some of the bad guys), but I’ll carry them in my heart for always.
♥ A very special thanks to Tor Teen and NetGalley for providing me with an early copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.
**SPECIAL NOTE:** An eARC of this title was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. However, that did not influence this review in any way. All thoughts, quotes, and opinions will be of this version and not of the published edition.
♠ Initial Thoughts and Rating: 5 stars! Packed with action, long-awaited revelations, and sweet, swoony moments, Three was everything I could have hoped for in the conclusion of this series. Ms. Simmons rocked it out in style, managing to pull me back into this tale and romance with only the kind of ease a skilled writer can. If you’re looking for a good dystopian that’s unique in plot and light–though it burns intensely– on the romance side of the story, then look no further than Kristen Simmons’s Article 5 series.
♠ The Lowdown: Three picks up right where we left off in Breaking Point, where Chase, Ember, and a small group of refugees had arrived at the safe house only to find that it was completely demolished. Their only saving grace from falling into despair over their loss of finally finding freedom is the tracks that lead away from the wreckage, giving them a flicker of hope that there were survivors. Following this trail soon leads to Chase encountering someone from his past that he thought was long gone, only they’re alive and could be the key to finding the illustrious Three, the head organization for the rebel movement.
But even if they do find them, their fight wouldn’t be over. As the head of resistance operations, they’d want them to stand up and wage war alongside the other rebels. They’d want them to take back the country. Ember just has to decide, once and for all, if she’s strong enough to make a final stand.
♠ My Thoughts: SPOILER FREE! Just when I think this series couldn’t get any better, Simmons shocks me with the impact her stories make. Each novel builds on its predecessor, and that leaves Three being the biggest and baddest of the entire series. Now at the finish line and looking back, it’s easy to see how carefully crafted this series has been from the very first building stone in Article 5. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to plot the tale of these three books as a combined unit, how each story would be navigated and the journey that each character, especially Ember and Chase, would undergo, and how each of those aspects would tie collectively to the arc as a whole. But kudos, Ms. Simmons, for doing it flawlessly.
As for Three as an individual novel, it was riveting from beginning to end. My biggest grievance (and it was really small, to be honest) with the previous two books had been the secrecy that surrounded the government and the rebellion and its links to Three, and I can say that every question that I ever had was answered in this novel. But more importantly, it was addressed in a way that left me completed satisfied and understanding to why it had to remain private until those pivotal moments. I appreciated that Chase and Ember’s romance was allowed a little more attention that it had in the first two books as well. It still wasn’t the main focus of the book, but it was great to see them grow together and watch their relationship fully realized. Lastly, the pacing and plotting in this novel were perfection. I felt like it kept my heart thundering and I was shocked by betrayal at every turn. I didn’t know who to trust and how it would all unfold, but it was done amazingly well, and I’m grateful for that. Also? The epilogue gave me all the feels. I couldn’t have asked for it to end for any better… except maybe a few deaths less of characters I’d grown fond of, but that’s all I can say on that.
♠ Swoons: Though the romance between Ember and Chase has never been at the forefront of this series, there were definitely more kissing swoony moments in this book. I loved it!
♠ Swoony Teaser:
“Two months in I tried to run.” A hint of a smile touched his lips. “There was this girl at home. The kind that made you want to try.”
~quote taken from my eARC of Three at 12%
♥
(Even Ember managed to swoon me in this book.)
“We’re all broken,” I said. “We just have to put each other back together.”
My loose fist holding the flower came to rest in the center of his chest, locked between us. He leaned down, his forehead touching mine. His eyes closed.
“What if I’m too far gone?”
“Then I’ll find you,” I said. “And I’ll bring you back.”
~quote taken from my eARC of Three at 21%
♠ Rec It? Yes, it was a fantastic conclusion to an incredible series; I’m recommending everyone read them. Simmons knocked it out of the park with this final installment. I’m sad to see this story go, and I’ll truly miss all the characters (even some of the bad guys), but I’ll carry them in my heart for always.
♥ A very special thanks to Tor Teen and NetGalley for providing me with an early copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.
Another series ended... and it is not that well.
So Three is the third novel/conclusion to the [b:Article 5|10677277|Article 5 (Article 5, #1)|Kristen Simmons|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1306520962s/10677277.jpg|15586973] series (the second is
Anyway, Three is the head of the ones that is against the MM or for short the head of the rebel groups. On the three books the plot are quite similar: finding a safehouse, someone is caught and they will break him or her out of the prison/camp/"circus"/whatever-the-place-is-called. And also on this there are many people who is "dead" that is really alive or alive that become dead (of course expect deaths in the finale) and good turns bad and vice versa.
From the first book the plot should increase but here it is just a flatline, it doesn't become exciting as the plot progresses.
Rating: 2.5 stars but gonna round up to Three for Three the book three of the Article 5 Three-logy.
Hoping that the [b: Glass Arrow|15750874|The Glass Arrow|Kristen Simmons|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1403615883s/15750874.jpg|21445003], [a: Kristen Simmons|4692856|Kristen Simmons|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1403663023p2/4692856.jpg]'s standalone book would be really good.
I've had a bit of a love/hate relationship with this series. I seriously love Kristen's writing. She creates and develops complex characters. Her minor characters are often more developed than the main characters from other series. She has a great style of being descriptive without being wordy. This is really appreciated during action scenes.
I personally always wished that the series was more action, less romance but Three achieved a good balance. Ember and Chase have been traveling around the east coast trying to rescue each other, find their family, and get to safety. Now that they have each other and it doesn't look like a safe haven will be happening, they turn their attention to joining up with Three. They are able to use their skills and their experience to help fight back.
On another note, does anyone else notice that on the cover it really looks like Ember and Chase are grabbing each other's butts while looking out the window?
I personally always wished that the series was more action, less romance but Three achieved a good balance. Ember and Chase have been traveling around the east coast trying to rescue each other, find their family, and get to safety. Now that they have each other and it doesn't look like a safe haven will be happening, they turn their attention to joining up with Three. They are able to use their skills and their experience to help fight back.
On another note, does anyone else notice that on the cover it really looks like Ember and Chase are grabbing each other's butts while looking out the window?