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lmthompson's review against another edition
4.0
This book almost measured up to the bar that was set by Sisters Red([b:Sisters Red|6357708|Sisters Red (Fairytale Retellings, #1)|Jackson Pearce|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1291052720s/6357708.jpg|6544454]).
hollie_taynton's review
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
withthebanned's review
3.0
Original review posted here: http://bookstakeyouplaces.blogspot.com/
I have to say that I enjoyed this story a lot more than Pearce’s Sisters Red. I found myself more connected to the characters in this story which really helped me enjoy the novel on a much deeper level. Pearce also wrote this story in such a wonderful way that I really found myself craving the chocolate and candies that were showcased in Sophia’s shop.
Overall, this book exceeded my expectations, I had hoped to enjoy it more than Sisters Red and I did. Additionally, Jackson Pearce has a third companion novel coming out titled Fathomless that is a retelling of The Little Mermaid. I am curious to see if Pearce brings the characters together from the first two novels as they all have the same goals and since Fathomless will focus on the sister of both Silas, from Sisters Red and Samuel from Sweetly.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes a good retelling and wants their mouth watering at the thought of chocolate truffles and fruit flavored candies.
I have to say that I enjoyed this story a lot more than Pearce’s Sisters Red. I found myself more connected to the characters in this story which really helped me enjoy the novel on a much deeper level. Pearce also wrote this story in such a wonderful way that I really found myself craving the chocolate and candies that were showcased in Sophia’s shop.
Overall, this book exceeded my expectations, I had hoped to enjoy it more than Sisters Red and I did. Additionally, Jackson Pearce has a third companion novel coming out titled Fathomless that is a retelling of The Little Mermaid. I am curious to see if Pearce brings the characters together from the first two novels as they all have the same goals and since Fathomless will focus on the sister of both Silas, from Sisters Red and Samuel from Sweetly.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes a good retelling and wants their mouth watering at the thought of chocolate truffles and fruit flavored candies.
jennifermreads's review
5.0
Jackson Pearce continues to awe me with her fairy-tall retellings. While Laini Taylor has a poetic elegance, Pearce gets the heart pounding and goose bumps rising in a way that is uniquely hers. Pearce has taken the basic tale of Hansel & Gretel and weaved a tale of complicated relationships and discovery of strength.
Given the story’s source tale, I kept anticipating Sophia the chocolatier’s fall from grace. Pearce delivered in a way that still shocked me; I didn’t think Sophia capable of being so weak and unwilling to see truth. For awhile I thought that Sophia would be the only “witch” and it was interesting having Sophia be only a weak human link to a blood-thirsty werewolf cult. This was also an unexpected link to Sisters Red! I’m eager to read Fathomless (a retelling of Little Mermaid) and am curious how Pearce may integrate werewolves in a tale set in the sea!
Given the story’s source tale, I kept anticipating Sophia the chocolatier’s fall from grace. Pearce delivered in a way that still shocked me; I didn’t think Sophia capable of being so weak and unwilling to see truth. For awhile I thought that Sophia would be the only “witch” and it was interesting having Sophia be only a weak human link to a blood-thirsty werewolf cult. This was also an unexpected link to Sisters Red! I’m eager to read Fathomless (a retelling of Little Mermaid) and am curious how Pearce may integrate werewolves in a tale set in the sea!
rainmisoa's review
3.0
Another okay book from Miss Pearce. I like it... although it is not as good as Sisters Red was. The writing was okay. The story was sadly lacking. The characters were decent. It was just an okay read. I felt that throughout most of the book, nothing really took place. It was a lot of trying to figure things out without actually doing anything. The characters themselves were nothing special. Mind you, they weren't bad. They just didn't seem that interesting. Gretchen, main character, got on my nerves a bit in the beginning but then she slowly eased up. Samuel, love interest, started off as your typical YA bad boy then he turned into a nice person who was in love... I thought he was dull. Ansel, Gretchen's brother, did nothing throughout the entire book. All he did was fix things... whoo. Sophia, girl they meet in a candy shop, was just... blah. Most of the characters did nothing for me. However, that doesn't mean it was a bad book. It still was interesting at times. Like when the worlds of Sisters Red and Sweetly crossed, I was truly excited. And there are a few action scenes that took place that made the book pick up quite nicely. In all honesty, this book probably deserves a two... but I really respect Pearce and I've read worse YA novels in the past that I feel a two is being a bit too harsh. Either way, give this book a chance, especially if you like fairy tale re-tellings. You might find yourself enjoying it!
samantha_89's review
4.0
I'm keeping this review short. Sweetly is a very good book. I have, so far, read all of Jackson's books and in her last two particularly I have noticed that she handles teen romance very well. I liked the story, but I thought "retelling of Hansel and Gretel" was a bit of a stretch. Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It has the same girl power feel as Sisters Red but even more so because with Sisters Red Scarlett and Rosie always had power, Gretchen goes out and earns hers.
kpeerman1's review
3.0
It was an interesting retelling. Nothing really grabbed me, though. Simple story and easy to follow. Characters were pretty likeable for the most part. The climax got a little chaotic and a little word vomit-y. A fun story, overall.
alle_kat97's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0