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4.08 AVERAGE
4.08 AVERAGE
I FUCKING CALLED IT (sort of).
Okay, so I should probably start at the beginning. This was such a super fast read (400+ pages in two days like what??) Pretty much the same issues I had with the last book transferred over to this one- namely the Wardens' treatment towards Layla. But I mean, whatever, they're assholes and I hate Abbott. Let's move on.
I gotta say, I liked Zayne more in this one than the last. Still prefer Roth, but I liked Zayne a lot more than before and if Layla ends up with him (not sure if I think that'll happen or not), I won't be super upset (maybe). I did feel he was a little too forgiving at times (hello, she cheated on him!), but his heart's in the right place and I like how he actually trusts her.
I also liked the blooming friendship between Layla and Danika. Female friendships, guys! It's a thing that should happen way more. And I hope we get to see more of it in the next book.
I didn't like how easily Layla went back and forth between Zayne and Roth, but I can't complain too much. (Also, am I the only one who thinks she's going to lose her virginity in the next book and it's gonna free Lilith??)
I also liked that Stacey and Sam were finally included in this world. I like main character's best friends so much better when they're not the "oblivious side characters". Though...
I FUCKING CALLED IT. Not totally, since I just thought the Lilin was taking Sam's soul slower than it took the others', but I knew something was up. I knew it. And damn, I was hollering at the end. I know what I'm spending the last of my Christmas Barnes and Noble giftcards on! (Spoiler: it's Every Last Breath).
Okay, so I should probably start at the beginning. This was such a super fast read (400+ pages in two days like what??) Pretty much the same issues I had with the last book transferred over to this one- namely the Wardens' treatment towards Layla. But I mean, whatever, they're assholes and I hate Abbott. Let's move on.
I gotta say, I liked Zayne more in this one than the last. Still prefer Roth, but I liked Zayne a lot more than before and if Layla ends up with him (not sure if I think that'll happen or not), I won't be super upset (maybe). I did feel he was a little too forgiving at times (hello, she cheated on him!), but his heart's in the right place and I like how he actually trusts her.
I also liked the blooming friendship between Layla and Danika. Female friendships, guys! It's a thing that should happen way more. And I hope we get to see more of it in the next book.
I didn't like how easily Layla went back and forth between Zayne and Roth, but I can't complain too much. (Also, am I the only one who thinks she's going to lose her virginity in the next book and it's gonna free Lilith??)
I also liked that Stacey and Sam were finally included in this world. I like main character's best friends so much better when they're not the "oblivious side characters". Though...
I FUCKING CALLED IT. Not totally, since I just thought the Lilin was taking Sam's soul slower than it took the others', but I knew something was up. I knew it. And damn, I was hollering at the end. I know what I'm spending the last of my Christmas Barnes and Noble giftcards on! (Spoiler: it's Every Last Breath).
I FUCKING CALLED IT (sort of).
Okay, so I should probably start at the beginning. This was such a super fast read (400+ pages in two days like what??) Pretty much the same issues I had with the last book transferred over to this one- namely the Wardens' treatment towards Layla. But I mean, whatever, they're assholes and I hate Abbott. Let's move on.
I gotta say, I liked Zayne more in this one than the last. Still prefer Roth, but I liked Zayne a lot more than before and if Layla ends up with him (not sure if I think that'll happen or not), I won't be super upset (maybe). I did feel he was a little too forgiving at times (hello, she cheated on him!), but his heart's in the right place and I like how he actually trusts her.
I also liked the blooming friendship between Layla and Danika. Female friendships, guys! It's a thing that should happen way more. And I hope we get to see more of it in the next book.
I didn't like how easily Layla went back and forth between Zayne and Roth, but I can't complain too much. (Also, am I the only one who thinks she's going to lose her virginity in the next book and it's gonna free Lilith??)
I also liked that Stacey and Sam were finally included in this world. I like main character's best friends so much better when they're not the "oblivious side characters". Though...
I FUCKING CALLED IT. Not totally, since I just thought the Lilin was taking Sam's soul slower than it took the others', but I knew something was up. I knew it. And damn, I was hollering at the end. I know what I'm spending the last of my Christmas Barnes and Noble giftcards on! (Spoiler: it's Every Last Breath).
Okay, so I should probably start at the beginning. This was such a super fast read (400+ pages in two days like what??) Pretty much the same issues I had with the last book transferred over to this one- namely the Wardens' treatment towards Layla. But I mean, whatever, they're assholes and I hate Abbott. Let's move on.
I gotta say, I liked Zayne more in this one than the last. Still prefer Roth, but I liked Zayne a lot more than before and if Layla ends up with him (not sure if I think that'll happen or not), I won't be super upset (maybe). I did feel he was a little too forgiving at times (hello, she cheated on him!), but his heart's in the right place and I like how he actually trusts her.
I also liked the blooming friendship between Layla and Danika. Female friendships, guys! It's a thing that should happen way more. And I hope we get to see more of it in the next book.
I didn't like how easily Layla went back and forth between Zayne and Roth, but I can't complain too much. (Also, am I the only one who thinks she's going to lose her virginity in the next book and it's gonna free Lilith??)
I also liked that Stacey and Sam were finally included in this world. I like main character's best friends so much better when they're not the "oblivious side characters". Though...
I FUCKING CALLED IT. Not totally, since I just thought the Lilin was taking Sam's soul slower than it took the others', but I knew something was up. I knew it. And damn, I was hollering at the end. I know what I'm spending the last of my Christmas Barnes and Noble giftcards on! (Spoiler: it's Every Last Breath).
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
this series is absolutely amazing JLA does not disappoint ever! I can't wait to start Every Last Breath next!!!
I just realised how little worldbuilding is in this series. Like, when did the wardens come out to the world? Why did they come out? What city is this even set in? What happens if a warden has a child with a human? Why is Layla such a little bitch? Will we ever know? Find out on the next episode of 'Mediocre YA Novels'.
Also I saw that plot twist coming from the second the book started. This book is just a whole load of cliches stirred together and topped with an unnecessary love triangle.
Also I saw that plot twist coming from the second the book started. This book is just a whole load of cliches stirred together and topped with an unnecessary love triangle.
adventurous
medium-paced
“I know exactly how he looks at you and you do, too … Because it’s the way I look at you.”
Summary
Layla is a half-demon, half-gargoyle whose kiss will steal the soul of whomever she kisses. She has grown up along the Wardens, a race of gargoyles whose mission is to eradicate any demons that walk on the earth. All she wants is to live a normal life, and she spends her time crushing on Zayne, the Warden who will only ever see her as a little sister. Then she meets Roth, a demon who tempts her to embrace her demonic side. And with no soul, the whole kissing thing isn't an issue. When Layla discovers that she is the cause of a violent demon uprising, kissing seems like the least of her problems.
Review
This second novel in this series took my expectations and turned them on my head. This one focused on the ~other~ love interest than the one that was the main focus in the first novel, and I found myself *so* torn on what guy I wanted Layla to end up with. I know that it is a good love triangle when I find myself unsure what direction I want the book to go! The angst was just so, so good.
The pacing of book was again, fast and fun. The drama is extremely high stakes and I was so drawn in I didn't want to put this book down!
Summary
Layla is a half-demon, half-gargoyle whose kiss will steal the soul of whomever she kisses. She has grown up along the Wardens, a race of gargoyles whose mission is to eradicate any demons that walk on the earth. All she wants is to live a normal life, and she spends her time crushing on Zayne, the Warden who will only ever see her as a little sister. Then she meets Roth, a demon who tempts her to embrace her demonic side. And with no soul, the whole kissing thing isn't an issue. When Layla discovers that she is the cause of a violent demon uprising, kissing seems like the least of her problems.
Review
This second novel in this series took my expectations and turned them on my head. This one focused on the ~other~ love interest than the one that was the main focus in the first novel, and I found myself *so* torn on what guy I wanted Layla to end up with. I know that it is a good love triangle when I find myself unsure what direction I want the book to go! The angst was just so, so good.
The pacing of book was again, fast and fun. The drama is extremely high stakes and I was so drawn in I didn't want to put this book down!
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated