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3.75 AVERAGE
3.75 AVERAGE
Return back to Haven where new trouble arises for the new couple Rain and Freddie. Rain now a werewolf is finally settling into his new place and new relationship when suddenly, a group of European werewolves and weavers have arrived in town and demand Freddie breakup with Rain and honor the contract to mate with one of the European werewolves that had been chosen already, or be killed. With this new strain on his relationship and someone framing his friend Petra and dead revenants appearing, a conspiracy is afoot and now Rain must solve it before it is too late.
This one really focuses on the relationship between Freddie and Rain while also adding in the friendship between Rain and Petra. I absolutely adored Petra since I first met her and I loved her in this one too. The power struggles between the original elders and the new generation was an interesting to look at and how Rain has to figure out how to deal with these new problems was a nice read. Overall an interesting continuation of the story between Rain and Freddie.
*Thanks Netgalley and Entangled Publishing, LLC for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
This one really focuses on the relationship between Freddie and Rain while also adding in the friendship between Rain and Petra. I absolutely adored Petra since I first met her and I loved her in this one too. The power struggles between the original elders and the new generation was an interesting to look at and how Rain has to figure out how to deal with these new problems was a nice read. Overall an interesting continuation of the story between Rain and Freddie.
*Thanks Netgalley and Entangled Publishing, LLC for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
I immediately dove into this one once I finished Haven and then quickly read it in one sitting.
Well I have to say that the emotions are kicked up into high gear with this one. A centuries old pact comes to surface that'll test Freddie and Rain's relationship. And I'll be honest, I shed some tears because I just refused to accept what was happening.
But the politics with the shifter/magic world is something that's not easy to work around. Things definitely need to change before more lives are lost.
There's a lot happening in this especially behind the scenes and with only Rain's POV, there's a lot of guessing of what happens next.
By the end, I wasn't entirely sure if there would be a next book or not. It felt pretty open-ended. Since Rain and Freddie had to go through sooo much to finally be together, I would just love more chapters of them.
Truly enjoyed this!
Well I have to say that the emotions are kicked up into high gear with this one. A centuries old pact comes to surface that'll test Freddie and Rain's relationship. And I'll be honest, I shed some tears because I just refused to accept what was happening.
But the politics with the shifter/magic world is something that's not easy to work around. Things definitely need to change before more lives are lost.
There's a lot happening in this especially behind the scenes and with only Rain's POV, there's a lot of guessing of what happens next.
By the end, I wasn't entirely sure if there would be a next book or not. It felt pretty open-ended. Since Rain and Freddie had to go through sooo much to finally be together, I would just love more chapters of them.
Truly enjoyed this!
I immediately dove into this one once I finished Haven and then quickly read it in one sitting.
Well I have to say that the emotions are kicked up into high gear with this one. A centuries old pact comes to surface that'll test Freddie and Rain's relationship. And I'll be honest, I shed some tears because I just refused to accept what was happening.
But the politics with the shifter/magic world is something that's not easy to work around. Things definitely need to change before more lives are lost.
There's a lot happening in this especially behind the scenes and with only Rain's POV, there's a lot of guessing of what happens next.
By the end, I wasn't entirely sure if there would be a next book or not. It felt pretty open-ended. Since Rain and Freddie had to go through sooo much to finally be together, I would just love more chapters of them.
Truly enjoyed this!
Well I have to say that the emotions are kicked up into high gear with this one. A centuries old pact comes to surface that'll test Freddie and Rain's relationship. And I'll be honest, I shed some tears because I just refused to accept what was happening.
But the politics with the shifter/magic world is something that's not easy to work around. Things definitely need to change before more lives are lost.
There's a lot happening in this especially behind the scenes and with only Rain's POV, there's a lot of guessing of what happens next.
By the end, I wasn't entirely sure if there would be a next book or not. It felt pretty open-ended. Since Rain and Freddie had to go through sooo much to finally be together, I would just love more chapters of them.
Truly enjoyed this!
I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Havoc is the second installment in the Haven series. The one good thing about this was that it picked up right where the previous one ended. After finally getting her man, Freddie doesn't expect a certain someone to walk back into her life. From this point on, we were both suspicious of what was going to happen next.
I feel like I might have a likable character. Don't get me wrong, Freddie and Rain were likable in the first one but I did like Rain a lot more. In this one, though, I definitely enjoyed Petra the most. There's just something about her that had me intrigued the entire time. She's weird but adorkable. Plus her powers were very interesting.
Other than that, the watcher community was trying to break away from weaver communities strict restrictions. The fight between the two communities was pretty interesting to begin with but then it kind of got boring for me.
In the end, sacrifices were made and the drama came for everyone. I'm glad that I took a chance on this series and I wonder if there's going to be another book?
Havoc is the second installment in the Haven series. The one good thing about this was that it picked up right where the previous one ended. After finally getting her man, Freddie doesn't expect a certain someone to walk back into her life. From this point on, we were both suspicious of what was going to happen next.
I feel like I might have a likable character. Don't get me wrong, Freddie and Rain were likable in the first one but I did like Rain a lot more. In this one, though, I definitely enjoyed Petra the most. There's just something about her that had me intrigued the entire time. She's weird but adorkable. Plus her powers were very interesting.
Other than that, the watcher community was trying to break away from weaver communities strict restrictions. The fight between the two communities was pretty interesting to begin with but then it kind of got boring for me.
In the end, sacrifices were made and the drama came for everyone. I'm glad that I took a chance on this series and I wonder if there's going to be another book?
3.5 stars
It’s been four years since the first book, Haven, came out, so I decided to reread it before I even opened this new release. I enjoyed the first book on my second reading, though this time I didn’t get the fun of not knowing exactly what kind of tale to expect. The mystery made it particularly compelling. Havoc just picked up mostly where the first ended, and it followed a similar formula as the first, which is to be expected, but it lacked the novelty of the first, so I didn’t get into it as much. Still a pretty good supernatural romance.
Read my full review, including a rating for content, at RatedReads.com: https://ratedreads.com/havoc-haven-young-adult-book-review/
It’s been four years since the first book, Haven, came out, so I decided to reread it before I even opened this new release. I enjoyed the first book on my second reading, though this time I didn’t get the fun of not knowing exactly what kind of tale to expect. The mystery made it particularly compelling. Havoc just picked up mostly where the first ended, and it followed a similar formula as the first, which is to be expected, but it lacked the novelty of the first, so I didn’t get into it as much. Still a pretty good supernatural romance.
Read my full review, including a rating for content, at RatedReads.com: https://ratedreads.com/havoc-haven-young-adult-book-review/
Havoc, the second novel in the Haven series picks up the storyline five months after the conclusion of Haven.
Rain is now a Watcher, and is determined to cling to the bit of happiness and sense of community he’s found in New Wurzburg with Freddie, the alpha apparent. Rain is head over heels in love with Freddie, and I’ll admit, sometimes (a lot of the time, actually) their relationship comes off as one-sided (could be just because these books are Rain’s POV explicitly) however, Freddie’s primary way of showing her feelings are only physical, and her communication style is to still harbor secrets. Rain has to fight constantly to keep Freddie in check, and while her “Beastly” nature is a fine trope, it’s exhausting to read the same character plot chapter after chapter.
The best part of this series is the theme of power and how it corrupts. Every leader begins their journey and tenure with progress and change and the betterment of their people at the forefront. But things change.
Ultimately, fans of paranormal romance will find this read quick, easy, and mostly enjoyable. The cover art is brilliant and I’ll for sure pick up a copy for my students as this genre is on the uptick again.
Rain is now a Watcher, and is determined to cling to the bit of happiness and sense of community he’s found in New Wurzburg with Freddie, the alpha apparent. Rain is head over heels in love with Freddie, and I’ll admit, sometimes (a lot of the time, actually) their relationship comes off as one-sided (could be just because these books are Rain’s POV explicitly) however, Freddie’s primary way of showing her feelings are only physical, and her communication style is to still harbor secrets. Rain has to fight constantly to keep Freddie in check, and while her “Beastly” nature is a fine trope, it’s exhausting to read the same character plot chapter after chapter.
The best part of this series is the theme of power and how it corrupts. Every leader begins their journey and tenure with progress and change and the betterment of their people at the forefront. But things change.
Ultimately, fans of paranormal romance will find this read quick, easy, and mostly enjoyable. The cover art is brilliant and I’ll for sure pick up a copy for my students as this genre is on the uptick again.
Havoc by Mary Lindsey starts with a scene that feels like it could be an opening scene from Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a young woman beheading zombies (they call them revenants). Written so well and so compelling, I was an excited little reader. But that scene is not this book. Unfortunately. And, equally, unfortunately, parts of that scene are never quite explained.
Anyway. We are back in New Wurzburg, which we visited in 2017 in Haven (my review of that book is here) and which feels like a billion years ago and considering this past year may have been a billion years ago. Rain, our human-turned-werewolf hero, is together with pack alpha Freddie, but their happiness is imperiled by a group from Germany who possess a contract that shows that Freddie must be married to one from their pack. If Rain and Freddie disobey, Rain will be killed.
In tandem, one of my favorite characters from Haven, Petra, who also happens to be the zombie/revenant killing witch from the prologue, has been arrested for failing to do her job of sealing the magic in the dead. But she’s being set up and Rain believes that it’s too much of a coincidence that the Germans show up, separate him and Freddie, and then Petra is arrested.
Havoc is best in my mind when Rain is playing sleuth and in the company of Grant and Petra. The action scenes are thrilling and fast-paced. I don’t much care for Freddie any more this time around than I did in the first book. In contrast, I think Petra is cool and would have seen a lot more of her, or even her own book, which seems unlikely now considering how Havoc ended. The scenes in which Rain and Freddie are together are not my favorite. I also have a severe “meh” feeling when he gets jealous and his wolf wants to rise to the surface–it’s more of a Neanderthal reaction than his character deserves.
While I’d love to tell you that this is a standalone–and I imagine that it could be very well read as one–so much of the fascinating world-building was done in Haven and it explains so much. Without having read that first book, I don’t think the second would have the necessary impact. Havoc is a very good sequel, perhaps not as strong as the first book but a thrilling ride nonetheless.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Anyway. We are back in New Wurzburg, which we visited in 2017 in Haven (my review of that book is here) and which feels like a billion years ago and considering this past year may have been a billion years ago. Rain, our human-turned-werewolf hero, is together with pack alpha Freddie, but their happiness is imperiled by a group from Germany who possess a contract that shows that Freddie must be married to one from their pack. If Rain and Freddie disobey, Rain will be killed.
In tandem, one of my favorite characters from Haven, Petra, who also happens to be the zombie/revenant killing witch from the prologue, has been arrested for failing to do her job of sealing the magic in the dead. But she’s being set up and Rain believes that it’s too much of a coincidence that the Germans show up, separate him and Freddie, and then Petra is arrested.
Havoc is best in my mind when Rain is playing sleuth and in the company of Grant and Petra. The action scenes are thrilling and fast-paced. I don’t much care for Freddie any more this time around than I did in the first book. In contrast, I think Petra is cool and would have seen a lot more of her, or even her own book, which seems unlikely now considering how Havoc ended. The scenes in which Rain and Freddie are together are not my favorite. I also have a severe “meh” feeling when he gets jealous and his wolf wants to rise to the surface–it’s more of a Neanderthal reaction than his character deserves.
While I’d love to tell you that this is a standalone–and I imagine that it could be very well read as one–so much of the fascinating world-building was done in Haven and it explains so much. Without having read that first book, I don’t think the second would have the necessary impact. Havoc is a very good sequel, perhaps not as strong as the first book but a thrilling ride nonetheless.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This is the second book to the Haven series, we get Rain and Freddie's story. A fast paced full of adventures, friendship and conspiracy. This book will have you entertained for a while, I liked the characters and the romance portrayed for a YA book. If you haven't read book one you can read it directly as the author took the refreshing of what happened in book one. There are werewolves and witches in a full urban fantasy story. Looking forward to reading more from the author in the future.
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** Thank you to NetGalley and Entangled Teen for this eArc**
I'd like to start off by saying reading the two of these books (Haven & Havoc) close together was highly beneficial. I think going to far apart might make things a little confusing going back into the world.
With that said, book 2 focused a little more on the relationship of our main MC's and I really enjoyed that aspect. While I thoroughly enjoyed the world building from book 1, I'm a sucker for human (or lack thereof) connection.
This book focused a lot more on 'world' issues and the social issues inlaid within, and the injustices focused on the castes and I thought that was well done and I really enjoyed the interwoven storylines.
The story as a whole felt like it was really building up and I loved that climb, it didn't feel stagnant - I think this would and should be more recommended to those who are very into and love paranormal - and I cannot wait to see more from these characters and world!
** Of note, I would say while I recognize this is YA, I would like things to feel a little more *grittier* it just has that feel to it, and I'd love to see that explored.
I'd like to start off by saying reading the two of these books (Haven & Havoc) close together was highly beneficial. I think going to far apart might make things a little confusing going back into the world.
With that said, book 2 focused a little more on the relationship of our main MC's and I really enjoyed that aspect. While I thoroughly enjoyed the world building from book 1, I'm a sucker for human (or lack thereof) connection.
This book focused a lot more on 'world' issues and the social issues inlaid within, and the injustices focused on the castes and I thought that was well done and I really enjoyed the interwoven storylines.
The story as a whole felt like it was really building up and I loved that climb, it didn't feel stagnant - I think this would and should be more recommended to those who are very into and love paranormal - and I cannot wait to see more from these characters and world!
** Of note, I would say while I recognize this is YA, I would like things to feel a little more *grittier* it just has that feel to it, and I'd love to see that explored.
What a great continuation to the story. Rain and Freddie have a little “down time” between this and the last book. Petra on the other hand, not so much. The flow of the story felt less choppy than book 1.
I actually liked book 2 better than book 1 because it shows 2 completely different females that are equally strong and powerful. I love their feistiness. The core group of friends they have around them, helps them get through the hard stuff.
Rain is such a great character. Dude has a hard upbringing and believes that he doesn’t deserve happiness but once he lets people in, he’s a total softy! I absolutely love that he’s the one that is able to see through all the bs and reaches and embraces Petra.
There were a fair amount of suspense moments and this time I felt like it didn’t take away from the story. A lot happens, so many secrets and curveballs and even though it was a quick read for me, I didn’t feel rushed.
The ending left me unsure if this is a duology or if there’s gonna be a sequel, which I’m totally on board to read!
I actually liked book 2 better than book 1 because it shows 2 completely different females that are equally strong and powerful. I love their feistiness. The core group of friends they have around them, helps them get through the hard stuff.
Rain is such a great character. Dude has a hard upbringing and believes that he doesn’t deserve happiness but once he lets people in, he’s a total softy! I absolutely love that he’s the one that is able to see through all the bs and reaches and embraces Petra.
There were a fair amount of suspense moments and this time I felt like it didn’t take away from the story. A lot happens, so many secrets and curveballs and even though it was a quick read for me, I didn’t feel rushed.
The ending left me unsure if this is a duology or if there’s gonna be a sequel, which I’m totally on board to read!