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3.71 AVERAGE
4 Stars!!!
“Once upon a time, there was a girl named Grace Brisbane. There was nothing particularly special about her, except that she was good with numbers, and very good at lying, and she made her home in between the pages of books. She loved all the wolves behind her house, but she love one of them most of all.”
Linger is a true example that the second book in a series can be better than the first. I found it to be rich and just as poetic- if not more than Shiver. The writing was still beautiful and I was so happy to have more POVS in this installment. The new characters Cole and Isabel were everything- they made this book seem more interesting than the first. It wasn't just concentrating on Grace and Sam. I feel I could connect more with Isabel and Cole and their role in this one, drew me in. It also had a lot more action and intense moments.
Overall there isn't much more to elaborate on about this one. I think this is a perfect winter read with all the talk of cold weather and snow- it lays a beautiful world to get lost in perfect for a Cold winter day, and since its currently January it has been a nice time to read it and get lost in its pages :) Totally recommend if you're looking for a good, clean, YA-Paranormal Romance.
“Once upon a time, there was a girl named Grace Brisbane. There was nothing particularly special about her, except that she was good with numbers, and very good at lying, and she made her home in between the pages of books. She loved all the wolves behind her house, but she love one of them most of all.”
Linger is a true example that the second book in a series can be better than the first. I found it to be rich and just as poetic- if not more than Shiver. The writing was still beautiful and I was so happy to have more POVS in this installment. The new characters Cole and Isabel were everything- they made this book seem more interesting than the first. It wasn't just concentrating on Grace and Sam. I feel I could connect more with Isabel and Cole and their role in this one, drew me in. It also had a lot more action and intense moments.
Overall there isn't much more to elaborate on about this one. I think this is a perfect winter read with all the talk of cold weather and snow- it lays a beautiful world to get lost in perfect for a Cold winter day, and since its currently January it has been a nice time to read it and get lost in its pages :) Totally recommend if you're looking for a good, clean, YA-Paranormal Romance.
After reading Shiver and literally going crazy at the cliffhanger that ended it, I was so anxious for this to hit the shelves. I definitely had high expectations, but Stiefvater managed to surpass them with her beautiful writing, and her spectacular imagination behind this heartbreaking series. I even managed to love the characters even more after reading this, which I didn't think was possible! Sam is just AH-MAZING! He's an all around heartwarming character with a personality and heart leaving you wanting to reach into the book and pull him out! Grace always amazes me with her ability to be herself in tough times. She's a great, great character with a heart of gold! I seriously love this series, and this sequel was flat out amazing. The pages unfold like a scenery, with dialogue and characters that leave you hooked.
Linger had new twists, characters, but kept the same unbelievable romance that left many, including myself, hooked in Shiver.
Sam finally has Grace, and finally. . . Grace has Sam. It looks like the cure worked, and everything is going to be as they wished. Sam is human; a thought that always catches him off guard. He's doing everything he's ever dreamed of; he spends his days working at a book store, and every moment he can with Grace, they savor every moment together. They can both start to think of a future; College floats around in Grace's mind, but she wants to go and still have Sam with her. It looks like it'll be a bright future, where anything is possible as long as they have each other.
The forest is still filled with wolves and it looks like two more enter the pack with a few secrets. Cole is the new wolf who decided on this new life, he thought being a wolf as a way to escape; escape himself, his family, his life, and his name. He wants to rid himself as 'Cole', though, shifting isn't easy for him, and he's left with alternative thoughts to end everything.
Isabel is still . . . Isabel. She searches for ways to cope with the loss of her brother, but she can't get rid of the guilt that eats her alive. Grace continuously tells her that it's not her fault, and that she shouldn't feel responsible but, there's no way Isabel can forgive herself.
Sam continues the life he's always wanted, while Grace starts one that she's been secretly worried about. She starts to feel sick, and extremely high temperatures seem to be a regular thing for her. Doctors cannot fix the problem, and it looks like she'll have to battle this herself, she doesn't want to worry Sam.
Weeks pass, and things get worse. Sam meets Cole, and doesn't understand why Beck chose him. Cole seems unstable, and his reasons for being a wolf shock Sam. They don't know much about him, and what they learn could be dangerous for the safety of the wolves. Grace and Sam's relationship strengthens as they are forced to stay away from each other. Grace and Sam are destined to be with each other, so why is fate tearing them apart?
Overall, this was a GREAT sequel, that ended with another crazzzzyyyy cliffhanger. I cannot wait to read the next and final book in this trilogy, Forever, that comes out next summer!
Linger had new twists, characters, but kept the same unbelievable romance that left many, including myself, hooked in Shiver.
Sam finally has Grace, and finally. . . Grace has Sam. It looks like the cure worked, and everything is going to be as they wished. Sam is human; a thought that always catches him off guard. He's doing everything he's ever dreamed of; he spends his days working at a book store, and every moment he can with Grace, they savor every moment together. They can both start to think of a future; College floats around in Grace's mind, but she wants to go and still have Sam with her. It looks like it'll be a bright future, where anything is possible as long as they have each other.
The forest is still filled with wolves and it looks like two more enter the pack with a few secrets. Cole is the new wolf who decided on this new life, he thought being a wolf as a way to escape; escape himself, his family, his life, and his name. He wants to rid himself as 'Cole', though, shifting isn't easy for him, and he's left with alternative thoughts to end everything.
Isabel is still . . . Isabel. She searches for ways to cope with the loss of her brother, but she can't get rid of the guilt that eats her alive. Grace continuously tells her that it's not her fault, and that she shouldn't feel responsible but, there's no way Isabel can forgive herself.
Sam continues the life he's always wanted, while Grace starts one that she's been secretly worried about. She starts to feel sick, and extremely high temperatures seem to be a regular thing for her. Doctors cannot fix the problem, and it looks like she'll have to battle this herself, she doesn't want to worry Sam.
Weeks pass, and things get worse. Sam meets Cole, and doesn't understand why Beck chose him. Cole seems unstable, and his reasons for being a wolf shock Sam. They don't know much about him, and what they learn could be dangerous for the safety of the wolves. Grace and Sam's relationship strengthens as they are forced to stay away from each other. Grace and Sam are destined to be with each other, so why is fate tearing them apart?
Overall, this was a GREAT sequel, that ended with another crazzzzyyyy cliffhanger. I cannot wait to read the next and final book in this trilogy, Forever, that comes out next summer!
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
I really enjoyed reading Linger and probably I would give it a fifth star if it wasn't for Grace's parents, Isabel's parents, and the fact I believe this is another series that would have stayed more with me if it was just one book. I Am a bit hesitant about the idea of a third book where one of them will be again a wolf and they will be searching again for a cure.
other than that, I enjoyed reading Isabel's, Cole's and then Sam's parts the most.
For more, read my review on the series here: https://booksandmilkshakes.wordpress.com/2016/04/18/the-wolves-of-mercy-falls/
other than that, I enjoyed reading Isabel's, Cole's and then Sam's parts the most.
For more, read my review on the series here: https://booksandmilkshakes.wordpress.com/2016/04/18/the-wolves-of-mercy-falls/
So this is Maggie Stiefvater’s 2nd book in the Wolves of Mercy Falls trilogy. In all seriousness I think she could have stopped after book 1. The ending to Shiver, was perfect (big fat full stop). However I am truly glad she decided to continue with this series. While this book was not as good as its predecessor- Shiver. It was still a great read which kept me engaged throughout and wondering what the hell is going on with Grace?
The ending was what really struck me the most. Throughout the whole story I had convinced myself that something bad was going to happen to Grace, but honestly didn’t think that the author would be so daring to go there...but she did. She really did!
With only one book to go, Miss Stiefvater is going to have to pull one hell of a Houdini act, to get out of that one.... and I can’t wait for what she comes up with.
Overall Maggie Stiefvater, has a beautiful way of narrating the story. The prose is delightful, and opens the imagination wide to all the senses around you. Personally I get restless, when there is too much description and not enough action. But in Linger it works well adding dimension to the world that’s been created.
My Blog: http://greetingsfrommiddleearth.blogspot.co.nz
The ending was what really struck me the most. Throughout the whole story I had convinced myself that something bad was going to happen to Grace, but honestly didn’t think that the author would be so daring to go there...but she did. She really did!
With only one book to go, Miss Stiefvater is going to have to pull one hell of a Houdini act, to get out of that one.... and I can’t wait for what she comes up with.
Overall Maggie Stiefvater, has a beautiful way of narrating the story. The prose is delightful, and opens the imagination wide to all the senses around you. Personally I get restless, when there is too much description and not enough action. But in Linger it works well adding dimension to the world that’s been created.
My Blog: http://greetingsfrommiddleearth.blogspot.co.nz
Once again Stiefvater uses descriptive and flowing prose to create an imaginative and engrossing story as we follow Grace and Sam's relationship as they try and cope with the pack now Beck has changed for good and with the new wolves he created before he went. The addition of new and more brooding characters adds a little more depth to the story and stops the relationship between Sam and Grace taking over completely. However, I once again felt that this relationship went along the typical lines of everything is lovely, then her parents find out what's been going on, aren't happy and try to put their foot down. If it wasn't for the new characters (and Isabel who I love) and Stiefvater's superb writing style this would've fallen flat, instead it still has enough to keep the story interesting and keep you reading until the dramatic (and somewhat bloody) end.
I think I liked this one a smidge more because it had a wider and more significant focus than just Grace and Sam. I liked reading more of Isabel and I liked meeting Cole, even though a lot of the time he seemed like a slightly scary jerk.
The story was interesting, or so I felt, but I can't help wondering if it's all leading toward Sam and Cole forming a werewolf band or something. :P
I know this isn't a particularly detailed review, but that's 'cause I don't really have much to say, I guess. To summarise: I am enjoying reading this series, though I don't see it as something I'm absolutely compelled to read all hours of the day.
Seriously now, I look forward to reading book 3 ... which I will be starting this evening!
The story was interesting, or so I felt, but I can't help wondering if it's all leading toward Sam and Cole forming a werewolf band or something. :P
I know this isn't a particularly detailed review, but that's 'cause I don't really have much to say, I guess. To summarise: I am enjoying reading this series, though I don't see it as something I'm absolutely compelled to read all hours of the day.
Seriously now, I look forward to reading book 3 ... which I will be starting this evening!
Some things got better in the second book, and some things got worse. Enjoyed the introduction of new characters and thought they added to the story. Parent as plot device became even more apparent in this book, especially Mr. Culpepper as 'Big Bad' and Grace's parents as overbearing. Their shift in personality between books one and two didn't feel realistic to me. Curious to see how it will all play out.
When I realized the twist to this book's new character, I worried I'd be disappointed--I was not. Everything veered off a little in different directions, but comes together in a way that carries the story forward. Each POV feels authentic, and I'm impatiently waiting for the library to release the next two books to me.