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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
OH MAH GLOB THIS BOOK
WORDS
WHY DO YOU ELUDE ME SO
IT WAS JUST SO FANTASTIC AND SUSPENSEFUL
NOW READING FOREVER
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WHY CAN'T THIS SERIES LAST FOREVER
WORDS
WHY DO YOU ELUDE ME SO
IT WAS JUST SO FANTASTIC AND SUSPENSEFUL
NOW READING FOREVER
;-;
WHY CAN'T THIS SERIES LAST FOREVER
3.5 stars for beautiful, prose-like writing, characters whose feels hurt your feels, and a story that had me going "Oh no!" at the end. Like other reviewers, this one didn't quite catch me as much as Shiver did, but I enjoyed it nonetheless.
I can't say that I hated or loved this. It was starting to feel like a chore, reading this, but once I got past the halfway mark it was a lot better. The ending has left me intrigued about the third one, so I'll probably read that too.
Overall, it was just a little bit slow and I don't like the main character, Grace, at all.
Also, the ending and what Grace's sickness meant were SO drawn out. I knew what was going on from her first damn headache.
Overall, it was just a little bit slow and I don't like the main character, Grace, at all.
Also, the ending and what Grace's sickness meant were SO drawn out. I knew what was going on from her first damn headache.
I liked this better than Shiver, and I liked it quite a bit, but compared to some of the other things Maggie has written, this series has really let me down. I felt like there wasn't enough action or drama in this book and too much romance (never thought I would say that one!), but basically, Linger moved a bit too slow for my liking. Also, although I rated it 3 stars, it really is more of a 3.5.
I did of course like the character development, especially regarding Cole and Isabel. Their relationship is WONDERFUL and I can't wait to read Sinner!
And Maggie did outdo herself with Grace's parents. (Like, in a good way.) That whole thing between Sam and her parents was incredibly incredibly nerve wracking, and kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time! Oh man. Poor Sam.
One of the other problems with this book was the beginning/the ending. They are structured the same way, and personally, I wasn't a fan. Also, the ending felt a bit rushed. No spoilers, but the scene could have been elaborated on a little bit more, as it was confusing.
But all in all, the second installment to Wolves of Mercy Falls was quite satisfying, and a really good follow-up to Shiver. And the font is GREEN.
I did of course like the character development, especially regarding Cole and Isabel. Their relationship is WONDERFUL and I can't wait to read Sinner!
And Maggie did outdo herself with Grace's parents. (Like, in a good way.) That whole thing between Sam and her parents was incredibly incredibly nerve wracking, and kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time! Oh man. Poor Sam.
One of the other problems with this book was the beginning/the ending. They are structured the same way, and personally, I wasn't a fan. Also, the ending felt a bit rushed. No spoilers, but the scene could have been elaborated on a little bit more, as it was confusing.
But all in all, the second installment to Wolves of Mercy Falls was quite satisfying, and a really good follow-up to Shiver. And the font is GREEN.
I liked the addition of the Isobel and Cole voices. The ending left it so I will move on to the next series. I am still preferring this series to Raven Boys.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
My favorite YA series that I could probably read every year.
Linger was one of those books I was excited to read because, for some reason, I actually enjoy the story. There is something about Maggie Stiefvater's writing that makes it sound very melancholic and somewhat dark, but at the same time her writing is really pretty. Simple but pretty.
I read Linger basically a year after I had read Shiver - read in portuguese, by the way -, after I bought the book on my trip to London (yes, I'm that chic!). I don't really know what I was expecting but I was really satisfied. I really loved Grace and Sam's relationship. It was sweet but mature at the same time, not extremely melodramatic, just gloomy. But it doesn't mean the characters are always depressed or something. It's just some kind of natural tone of Maggie's writing that fits the environment so well that we can't help feeling close to the characters.
That being said, the story wan't that great - Grace's parents became a little bit annoying over time but somehow it wasn't a completly unexpected reaction. And Sam was somehow lost in the middle of all that happened to him, unsure where to go next. But my favourite part wasn't this (even though, again, I really loved their love story: it sounds real. They don't need to be kissing all the time. They just need to hug or to be close. Now that IS cute. [/romantic]).
My favourite part was Isabel and Cole. Ohmanohmanohman. Isabel was the character I really hated back in Shiver and eventually grew fond. And now she is my absolute favourite character. She is the kind of "biatch", always sarcastic, always ironic, constantly cold to others feelings, who actually needs someone but can't (or won't) realize it. I guess I identify with her because most times I also act like I can live forever alone, not needing anything or anyone and some people think of me as a rock, sometimes. Which is, like, my best mask ever. Hurray. So, for me, reading Isabel was reading part of me. Plus, I thought she was very witty in some parts and the things she said were so funny I couldn't help myself from laughing.
And then there is Cole. When he showed up I had that moment some people have when they read a sequel long after they read the first book: "who the HELL is this guy?" After I realised who he was, I tried to like him. It was really hard. He liked being a jerk way too much. And at some point I decided I really didn't like him and I never would. I guess, as we say back in Portugal, I will have to "swallow the frog", because he became one of my favourites too. Can't really explain why, though.
The ending of this book was like a huge cliffhanger but extremely interesting and so I read Forever right away. For some reason, this is actually my favourite book of the series. I just loved how the relationships and interactions between the characters were a major aspect of the story.
So, basically, Linger is the type of book a lot of people will like to read and, believe me, Maggie's writing and likeable characters will grab you until the last word - somehow I feel you won't be disappointed.
I read Linger basically a year after I had read Shiver - read in portuguese, by the way -, after I bought the book on my trip to London (yes, I'm that chic!). I don't really know what I was expecting but I was really satisfied. I really loved Grace and Sam's relationship. It was sweet but mature at the same time, not extremely melodramatic, just gloomy. But it doesn't mean the characters are always depressed or something. It's just some kind of natural tone of Maggie's writing that fits the environment so well that we can't help feeling close to the characters.
That being said, the story wan't that great - Grace's parents became a little bit annoying over time but somehow it wasn't a completly unexpected reaction. And Sam was somehow lost in the middle of all that happened to him, unsure where to go next. But my favourite part wasn't this (even though, again, I really loved their love story: it sounds real. They don't need to be kissing all the time. They just need to hug or to be close. Now that IS cute. [/romantic]).
My favourite part was Isabel and Cole. Ohmanohmanohman. Isabel was the character I really hated back in Shiver and eventually grew fond. And now she is my absolute favourite character. She is the kind of "biatch", always sarcastic, always ironic, constantly cold to others feelings, who actually needs someone but can't (or won't) realize it. I guess I identify with her because most times I also act like I can live forever alone, not needing anything or anyone and some people think of me as a rock, sometimes. Which is, like, my best mask ever. Hurray. So, for me, reading Isabel was reading part of me. Plus, I thought she was very witty in some parts and the things she said were so funny I couldn't help myself from laughing.
And then there is Cole. When he showed up I had that moment some people have when they read a sequel long after they read the first book: "who the HELL is this guy?" After I realised who he was, I tried to like him. It was really hard. He liked being a jerk way too much. And at some point I decided I really didn't like him and I never would. I guess, as we say back in Portugal, I will have to "swallow the frog", because he became one of my favourites too. Can't really explain why, though.
The ending of this book was like a huge cliffhanger but extremely interesting and so I read Forever right away. For some reason, this is actually my favourite book of the series. I just loved how the relationships and interactions between the characters were a major aspect of the story.
So, basically, Linger is the type of book a lot of people will like to read and, believe me, Maggie's writing and likeable characters will grab you until the last word - somehow I feel you won't be disappointed.
it’s not unusual for a second book of a series to be a bit of a drag, and this one was no exception. the newly introduced character - cole st. clair is an absolute idiot, whom i passionately dislike and who i think, was completely unnecessary.
i think i would‘ve maybe loved this book, about three years ago. when i wouldn‘t cringe painfully when cole tries to tell isabel what kind of girl she is or isn‘t. like that‘s not her job/aspiration/intention to find out.
the bit i did love, was grace. her finally speaking up, her helping everyone, and trying to figure out who she is in the progress. she is truly a light guiding you through this book. her and sam stay together, evolve as a couple and just all together fall deeper in love with eachother.
i think i would‘ve maybe loved this book, about three years ago. when i wouldn‘t cringe painfully when cole tries to tell isabel what kind of girl she is or isn‘t. like that‘s not her job/aspiration/intention to find out.
the bit i did love, was grace. her finally speaking up, her helping everyone, and trying to figure out who she is in the progress. she is truly a light guiding you through this book. her and sam stay together, evolve as a couple and just all together fall deeper in love with eachother.