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aprilk's review
5.0
Demon Bound is a very entertaining fast-paced YA paranormal romance. You quickly find out that the town the story is set in "Crossroads" is full of demons and other paranormal creatures. The story alternates between Meena and Jake's point of view after they get caught up with a demon named Bane. It was very interesting the way things worked in this town with the demon deals and such. I was quick to bond with Meena over our shared love of books and ice cream. I am interested in seeing more of Meena and what she's actually capable of. Bane seems to think she will be very powerful and I don't think he will give up easily on wanting her by his side. I would love to see another book because I believe her story is just getting started. Definitely a page-turner. Highly recommended.
** Thank you Entangled Teen and Netgalley for providing me with a digital copy for honest review.**
** Thank you Entangled Teen and Netgalley for providing me with a digital copy for honest review.**
auburnedge's review
2.0
I have a lot of thoughts on this book. The beginning was beyond confusing and I really just didn't enjoy the flow for most of it. The plot could have been something else and I might have liked it but the introduction to characters was odd and you didn't feel the story. Maybe if they had cut out the first 4 chapters. Or smashed them together.
Overall not at all what I was expecting.
Overall not at all what I was expecting.
storieswithsoul's review
5.0
It's a great story and very well-written. The author has built a very interesting world. It has demons, vampires, and most importantly romance. It's a fantasy YA novel told from the point of view of Meena and Jake. Both teens experience a summer they will not forget any time soon.
https://iambookseater.wordpress.com/2019/12/29/year-in-review-first-and-last-reads-of-2019/
https://iambookseater.wordpress.com/2019/12/29/year-in-review-first-and-last-reads-of-2019/
saschadarlington's review
2.0
2 1/2 stars
One of the most disappointing elements of reading is when a major plot point hinges on faulty logic. In Demon Bound, Meena signs a work contract with Carol, to clean, run errands, etc. After Meena sign’s the contract, Carol accidentally becomes bound to a demon named Bane, which somehow consequently means that Meena is bound to Bane because of this contract.
read more: https://saschadarlington.me/2020/01/04/review-of-demon-bound/
One of the most disappointing elements of reading is when a major plot point hinges on faulty logic. In Demon Bound, Meena signs a work contract with Carol, to clean, run errands, etc. After Meena sign’s the contract, Carol accidentally becomes bound to a demon named Bane, which somehow consequently means that Meena is bound to Bane because of this contract.
read more: https://saschadarlington.me/2020/01/04/review-of-demon-bound/
lenoreo's review against another edition
3.0
https://celebrityreaders.com/2020/01/03/demon-bound-by-chris-cannon/
I received a free copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest and unbiased review/opinion.
3 stars — Hmmm…there were a lot of very intriguing elements to this story, some seriously unique stuff that has me curious where the series is going. But honestly? There was something missing…I had a hard time connecting with Meena and Jake. I needed something more to really draw me in.
I think part of my problem is actually that there was a LOT happening in this story, and it made things feel rushed and I didn’t get a chance to really sink myself into who Meena and Jake were as people outside of all the paranormal shiznit. And since characters are my bag, that was definitely a failing. I was also wary about their relationship with one another, especially with the strange attractions to Bane and Sybil standing in the wings. And since this author has switched up love interests in other series, I was wary about investing in them as a couple.
Meena was a bit too impulsive and accepting of all the craziness. I guess Jake was a bit too. And I was unsatisfied with Jake’s wishy washiness at the end, especially since we don’t know why. It just didn’t make him a very swoony hero. I was especially dissatisfied with Meena’s relationships with her Dad and the Mom stuff too…it needed something more.
Now, besides the MCs and the jam-packed plot/world, there were a few shining stars. I thought Carol and Zelda were intriguing, and wouldn’t have minded some more with them. I loved the parts where Aunt Zelda and Jake connected and he started to feel like he belonged. I also LOVED the familiars. They were hands down my favourite of this book! Obviously Goblin was awesome, but the star was Sage for me. They amused me, but they also brought heart.
Basically this book needed a bit more focus and depth. I’m not likely to read anymore, because I’m just not invested enough.
I received a free copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest and unbiased review/opinion.
3 stars — Hmmm…there were a lot of very intriguing elements to this story, some seriously unique stuff that has me curious where the series is going. But honestly? There was something missing…I had a hard time connecting with Meena and Jake. I needed something more to really draw me in.
I think part of my problem is actually that there was a LOT happening in this story, and it made things feel rushed and I didn’t get a chance to really sink myself into who Meena and Jake were as people outside of all the paranormal shiznit. And since characters are my bag, that was definitely a failing. I was also wary about their relationship with one another, especially with the strange attractions to Bane and Sybil standing in the wings. And since this author has switched up love interests in other series, I was wary about investing in them as a couple.
Meena was a bit too impulsive and accepting of all the craziness. I guess Jake was a bit too. And I was unsatisfied with Jake’s wishy washiness at the end, especially since we don’t know why. It just didn’t make him a very swoony hero. I was especially dissatisfied with Meena’s relationships with her Dad and the Mom stuff too…it needed something more.
Now, besides the MCs and the jam-packed plot/world, there were a few shining stars. I thought Carol and Zelda were intriguing, and wouldn’t have minded some more with them. I loved the parts where Aunt Zelda and Jake connected and he started to feel like he belonged. I also LOVED the familiars. They were hands down my favourite of this book! Obviously Goblin was awesome, but the star was Sage for me. They amused me, but they also brought heart.
Basically this book needed a bit more focus and depth. I’m not likely to read anymore, because I’m just not invested enough.
bookbriefs's review against another edition
3.0
Demon Bound is a young adult paranormal romance by author Chris Cannon, and is the first book in the Crossroads Chronicles series. I have been reading so much fantasy lately that it was nice to read a paranormal romance for a change. I enjoyed this fast paced, young adult paranormal story and I think the series shows a lot of promise. I did have a few issues with the pacing of this book, but overall I did enjoy this novel.
In Demon Bound, we meet our two main characters Meena and Jake. Meena has grown up in the small town of Crossroads, and she is looking for a summer job. Her options are limited to flipping burgers, until she sees an ad to become a personal assistant to one of the town's more eccentric inhabitants.On the same day that she takes the job, things start to get a bit strange. Jake is in town staying with his aunt, who is a town fortune teller. Demon Bound is told in dual narrative between Meena and Jake. I really liked both Jake and Meena, which helped with my enjoyment level of the story, and is the main reason that I want to continue on with the series. There are a few interesting twists and turns involving Meena herself, but I am personally hoping that we see a bit more character development in future novels.
I liked that Demon Bound started off with a lot of action very early on in the story. I enjoy a fast paced plot; however this book felt a bit too fast. I would have liked a little more character development early on before we were dumped into the demon business. The attraction and romance, as well as plot felt a bit rushed and surface level. I enjoyed it all, and I did end up liking the story more as the novel progressed, but I do wish we slowed down a bit on all fronts in the story telling.
The demon, Bane plays a large role in the story. He creeped me out right from the start. If you are a fan of paranormal romances involving demon's witches and magic, then I think the Crossroads Chronicles might be a good series for you to check out. Especially if you enjoy fast paced stories and younger end young adult. I am excited to see where this series goes. I can see lots of potential in the town of Crossroads.
In Demon Bound, we meet our two main characters Meena and Jake. Meena has grown up in the small town of Crossroads, and she is looking for a summer job. Her options are limited to flipping burgers, until she sees an ad to become a personal assistant to one of the town's more eccentric inhabitants.On the same day that she takes the job, things start to get a bit strange. Jake is in town staying with his aunt, who is a town fortune teller. Demon Bound is told in dual narrative between Meena and Jake. I really liked both Jake and Meena, which helped with my enjoyment level of the story, and is the main reason that I want to continue on with the series. There are a few interesting twists and turns involving Meena herself, but I am personally hoping that we see a bit more character development in future novels.
I liked that Demon Bound started off with a lot of action very early on in the story. I enjoy a fast paced plot; however this book felt a bit too fast. I would have liked a little more character development early on before we were dumped into the demon business. The attraction and romance, as well as plot felt a bit rushed and surface level. I enjoyed it all, and I did end up liking the story more as the novel progressed, but I do wish we slowed down a bit on all fronts in the story telling.
The demon, Bane plays a large role in the story. He creeped me out right from the start. If you are a fan of paranormal romances involving demon's witches and magic, then I think the Crossroads Chronicles might be a good series for you to check out. Especially if you enjoy fast paced stories and younger end young adult. I am excited to see where this series goes. I can see lots of potential in the town of Crossroads.
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