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n0wimn0thing's review against another edition
3.0
Weak compared to the first book, having a hard time finding the desire to finish this series
boluvsmikayla's review
3.0
I didn't really care for this book that much. I feel like if you are going to do a series of four books, you need to introduce new problems and not just focus on one problem or dilemma in the whole series. That is what made it boring and repetitive to me. I really was excited after the first book, but found the second book to be lacking.
crobbo_x's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
ridreads's review
4.0
I really enjoyed the book and the story is really unique and interesting. Seraph really starts to come into her own in this book and starts to find her own strength. Her relationships with the other main characters don’t really develop or strengthen much in this book, BUT her relationship with Silas really evolves and ends with a crazy cliffhanger of information. The one thing I didn’t like is how Cabe and Noah forget about their bond and start acting like total jerks. I get that it furthers the story and leads to the kidnapping and explosive power. The last quarter of the book felt rushed with a lot jammed into the last bit. Excited to read the next book and to see how the relationships evolve!
talya_'s review
5.0
After finishing this book I'm almost at a loss for words. Because it was everything I could have hoped for and more.
And also because it ripped my heart out a few times and, as if that wasn't enough, shoved it in an incinerator, sending me in a cycle of never ending pain.
You don't do that to someone's heart.
And now I have a Silas-size hole in said damaged heart, in my aching head, and in my wounded soul. It's a pretty big hole in case you're wondering.
Anyway.
I'm not gonna lie-- underneath the excitement and anticipation I had for this book was an undercurrent of fear and slight apprehension. Why? Because sequels have a tendency of disappointing me and making me less excited for any upcoming books. But I shouldn't have worried. This book was better than I thought and hoped it would be. It had more action, more excitement, and more suspense than the last book, but more confusion too. Charcoal Tears left me with a lot of questions (and, I am not ashamed to admit, in a constant state of Silas withdrawal, leading me to listen to Protocol every day with an aching heart. True story.) And even though I hoped for some light to be shed on some of the events that occurred, only few of my questions were answered. A few. Possibly less. While that would normally irk me, it really works here. It creates an atmosphere of suspense and anticipation, and for once you're actually feeling what the main character is, you're not sitting there wanting to slap her upside the head for being clueless and dumb. When Seph is confused, we're confused too. We realize things when she does, and we feel the same things she does when she's with Silas. You all know the feelings I'm talking about.
Back to the point. This book was well written, captivating, and absolutely breathtaking. As in you're left gasping for breath because why, Jane Washington, would you do that to me. Honestly. But despite having my heart ripped out, I can still acknowledge the genius that this book is (let's all take a second to appreciate the titles.)
Now trying to once again get back on track.
This book takes off right away and doesn't slow down. I love that there wasn't too much backtracking to the first book because info dump recaps are usually annoying and take up too much time. So if you don't remember much of Charcoal Tears then it'd be best to reread that before reading this one. Cuz you're just going to end up confused.
I love the friendship dynamics between Seph and the boys, even if their friendships aren't exactly clear or defined yet. And her interactions with Silas? They're honestly the most tension-filled interactions ever. They're amazing. I like how other characters like Clarin and Poison are in the book more so we see how they fit into Seraph's life.
There are also some pretty shocking things that happen in this book so brace yourself. Before you know it you'll find yourself roaring in anger or drowning in tears. Or just sitting there with a terrified dear in headlights look frozen on your face, cuz I'm pretty sure that's what I look liked 52% of the time. As I said before, there's a lot more action that happens in this book, especially in the second half. So word of advice? Read slowly and carefully. Soak in every word because if you miss even a single one you'll be on the next page feeling like a few IQ points have dropped off because you don't understand what's going on. It can get a bit confusing at times but it's better than being spoon-fed every detail like we don't have brains of our own.
All in all, there are no disappointments here...well. Other than the fact that the third book isn't already out yet. I like suspense, but jeez, not THAT much suspense. I just finished this book and I'm already dying. It's not fair to end books with cliffhangers, cuz oh, did I forget to mention? It has a cliffhanger. A full on "to be continued."
Brace yourselves.
And also because it ripped my heart out a few times and, as if that wasn't enough, shoved it in an incinerator, sending me in a cycle of never ending pain.
You don't do that to someone's heart.
And now I have a Silas-size hole in said damaged heart, in my aching head, and in my wounded soul. It's a pretty big hole in case you're wondering.
Anyway.
I'm not gonna lie-- underneath the excitement and anticipation I had for this book was an undercurrent of fear and slight apprehension. Why? Because sequels have a tendency of disappointing me and making me less excited for any upcoming books. But I shouldn't have worried. This book was better than I thought and hoped it would be. It had more action, more excitement, and more suspense than the last book, but more confusion too. Charcoal Tears left me with a lot of questions (and, I am not ashamed to admit, in a constant state of Silas withdrawal, leading me to listen to Protocol every day with an aching heart. True story.) And even though I hoped for some light to be shed on some of the events that occurred, only few of my questions were answered. A few. Possibly less. While that would normally irk me, it really works here. It creates an atmosphere of suspense and anticipation, and for once you're actually feeling what the main character is, you're not sitting there wanting to slap her upside the head for being clueless and dumb. When Seph is confused, we're confused too. We realize things when she does, and we feel the same things she does when she's with Silas. You all know the feelings I'm talking about.
Back to the point. This book was well written, captivating, and absolutely breathtaking. As in you're left gasping for breath because why, Jane Washington, would you do that to me. Honestly. But despite having my heart ripped out, I can still acknowledge the genius that this book is (let's all take a second to appreciate the titles.)
Now trying to once again get back on track.
This book takes off right away and doesn't slow down. I love that there wasn't too much backtracking to the first book because info dump recaps are usually annoying and take up too much time. So if you don't remember much of Charcoal Tears then it'd be best to reread that before reading this one. Cuz you're just going to end up confused.
I love the friendship dynamics between Seph and the boys, even if their friendships aren't exactly clear or defined yet. And her interactions with Silas? They're honestly the most tension-filled interactions ever.
Spoiler
As in sexual tension in case you didn't get that.There are also some pretty shocking things that happen in this book so brace yourself. Before you know it you'll find yourself roaring in anger or drowning in tears. Or just sitting there with a terrified dear in headlights look frozen on your face, cuz I'm pretty sure that's what I look liked 52% of the time. As I said before, there's a lot more action that happens in this book, especially in the second half. So word of advice? Read slowly and carefully. Soak in every word because if you miss even a single one you'll be on the next page feeling like a few IQ points have dropped off because you don't understand what's going on. It can get a bit confusing at times but it's better than being spoon-fed every detail like we don't have brains of our own.
All in all, there are no disappointments here...well. Other than the fact that the third book isn't already out yet. I like suspense, but jeez, not THAT much suspense. I just finished this book and I'm already dying. It's not fair to end books with cliffhangers, cuz oh, did I forget to mention? It has a cliffhanger. A full on "to be continued."
Brace yourselves.
ameserole's review
3.0
Watercolour Smile is the second installment in the series. In it, you are still following the same group of people from the previous book. Unfortunately, things don't always go their way and there's some people in higher power trying to pull them away from one another.
Now I get that they are all supposed to be "bonded" to each other or whatever but my mind is completely baffled due to what happened throughout this. People are saying she doesn't have the mark so she really isn't and now I'm wondering if they are just looking in the wrong place or what. Then there's the ex-girlfriends who just pop out of nowhere. It's definitely starting to annoy me because - I get it, we all get it - you guys were horny mothereffers. Please get a new hobby or something.
I'm honestly not sure what to think about the ending but if they keep putting themselves in harms way to protect her then they better freaking bond already. It's slowly killing me and the reasons they aren't doing it just ends up annoying me. Just do it people. Stop messing around. There is no point in waiting here!
Off to the next book I guess.
Now I get that they are all supposed to be "bonded" to each other or whatever but my mind is completely baffled due to what happened throughout this. People are saying she doesn't have the mark so she really isn't and now I'm wondering if they are just looking in the wrong place or what. Then there's the ex-girlfriends who just pop out of nowhere. It's definitely starting to annoy me because - I get it, we all get it - you guys were horny mothereffers. Please get a new hobby or something.
I'm honestly not sure what to think about the ending but if they keep putting themselves in harms way to protect her then they better freaking bond already. It's slowly killing me and the reasons they aren't doing it just ends up annoying me. Just do it people. Stop messing around. There is no point in waiting here!
Off to the next book I guess.
cierra_mccauley_cierrascorner's review
5.0
Addictive
Too much not enough! Whew! I love it I read this in one sitting! Can't get enough. Can't wait for the 3rd book
Too much not enough! Whew! I love it I read this in one sitting! Can't get enough. Can't wait for the 3rd book
romancebookloverinseattle's review
4.0
Angsty and intense!
Very much enjoying this series- binging through it. It’s very angsty but also frustrating at times because there is so much I’m not sure of and that we don’t know. Can’t wait to see what happens next!
Very much enjoying this series- binging through it. It’s very angsty but also frustrating at times because there is so much I’m not sure of and that we don’t know. Can’t wait to see what happens next!