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sarahmrob's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
lfsalden's review against another edition
2.0
Good enough to finish the first book, not to my taste enough to read the sequels. Enjoyable story, but I'm not YA enough for the characters.
bookishlittlebird's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
gatoraly's review against another edition
4.0
I devoured glass houses in one sitting, once I started I didn't want to stop. It was a really interesting take on vampires. It made Texas seem very creepy, but it also had an edge to it I loved. On top of that it had characters that were easy to relate to and easy to love. I think this is gonna be a very good series.
mdegraff's review against another edition
4.0
Captivating, Intriguing and Suspenseful
Glass House (The Morganville Vampires 1), by Rachel Caine is a very intriguing story that pulls you in from the very beginning. I was captivated by all the twists and turns the story took – it keeps you guessing all the way to the end!
Glass House is about Claire, a very mature and smart 16-year old who is in her freshman year at college in a small town called Morganville, TX. She’s picked on by the popular (and gorgeous) girls in her dorm, so much that she’s seriously scared for her life. Scared enough to call about a Roommate Wanted Ad in the paper. “Gone with the Wind meets The Munsters.” Upon meeting Michael, Shane, and Eve she forms an instant easy-going friendship with the three and fall into a regular routine. Until a certain vampire targets her and all hell breaks loose for the inhabitants of the Glass House.
“Then you’re stupid. Can’t save an idiot.”
“I could have looked all heroic and caught you or something.”
“I know. It’s not your fault. It might have been a dumb idea, but at least it was a sweet one.”
“I need shock and awe, man – come running. You know why.”
“Do they sell stakes at Home Depot here?”
I’m torn between liking this book and loving it. I rounded up to 4-stars to give it the benefit of the doubt. I have to remind myself it is a true YA (PG-13) novel. I enjoyed the storyline, the idea was fascinating. I felt the characters could have been more developed.
Honestly, I am upset because I think the dynamic between Claire and Michael could have been more interesting and further developed into a natural romantic relationship. While I liked all the characters, I felt Eve and Shane could have had a better connection, leaving Claire and Shane to have a big/little sister relationship. I am still torn because I really wanted Claire and Michael to end up together. I felt these two characters could have had a vibrant relationship full of depth and emotions. Several occasions presented itself to allow her (and him) to opened up and create a “closer” insight into each character, especially after she shared his secret. Their personalities seemed (to me) to be a better match for each other than how it ended up.
All in all I enjoy the book; I am intrigued and (at some point) I will continue the series, though it won’t be my next read. The ending was satisfying, it did end in a (wanna-be) cliff hanger, however it isn't intriguing enough to make me pick up the next book and start reading it immediately.
Glass House (The Morganville Vampires 1), by Rachel Caine is a very intriguing story that pulls you in from the very beginning. I was captivated by all the twists and turns the story took – it keeps you guessing all the way to the end!
Glass House is about Claire, a very mature and smart 16-year old who is in her freshman year at college in a small town called Morganville, TX. She’s picked on by the popular (and gorgeous) girls in her dorm, so much that she’s seriously scared for her life. Scared enough to call about a Roommate Wanted Ad in the paper. “Gone with the Wind meets The Munsters.” Upon meeting Michael, Shane, and Eve she forms an instant easy-going friendship with the three and fall into a regular routine. Until a certain vampire targets her and all hell breaks loose for the inhabitants of the Glass House.
“Then you’re stupid. Can’t save an idiot.”
“I could have looked all heroic and caught you or something.”
“I know. It’s not your fault. It might have been a dumb idea, but at least it was a sweet one.”
“I need shock and awe, man – come running. You know why.”
“Do they sell stakes at Home Depot here?”
I’m torn between liking this book and loving it. I rounded up to 4-stars to give it the benefit of the doubt. I have to remind myself it is a true YA (PG-13) novel. I enjoyed the storyline, the idea was fascinating. I felt the characters could have been more developed.
Honestly, I am upset because I think the dynamic between Claire and Michael could have been more interesting and further developed into a natural romantic relationship. While I liked all the characters, I felt Eve and Shane could have had a better connection, leaving Claire and Shane to have a big/little sister relationship. I am still torn because I really wanted Claire and Michael to end up together. I felt these two characters could have had a vibrant relationship full of depth and emotions. Several occasions presented itself to allow her (and him) to opened up and create a “closer” insight into each character, especially after she shared his secret. Their personalities seemed (to me) to be a better match for each other than how it ended up.
All in all I enjoy the book; I am intrigued and (at some point) I will continue the series, though it won’t be my next read. The ending was satisfying, it did end in a (wanna-be) cliff hanger, however it isn't intriguing enough to make me pick up the next book and start reading it immediately.
kayteaface's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 / 5
I didn't expect to like this as much as I did, so I was pleasantly surprised! I loved the characters (especially Michael. Where can I get me a Michael for keeps?), the setting, and how these are some badass non-sparkly vampires (which makes a nice change). I would've given it a full 5/5 if not for the way OTT slightly unrealistic ~mean girls~, and the predictability with one of the characters.
I'll definitely be continuing on with the series!
I didn't expect to like this as much as I did, so I was pleasantly surprised! I loved the characters (especially Michael. Where can I get me a Michael for keeps?), the setting, and how these are some badass non-sparkly vampires (which makes a nice change). I would've given it a full 5/5 if not for the way OTT slightly unrealistic ~mean girls~, and the predictability with one of the characters.
I'll definitely be continuing on with the series!
curiousnico's review against another edition
4.0
The only thing I can really say here, without giving too much away about anything, is that I'm really disappointed in myself for not reading this sooner. I've had these books on my shelf for a while. I always wanted to read them, but fear of being disappointed with them kept me from touching them. Now, well now I'm going to speed through them all with the intensity and devotion they deserve.
courtneyyloves's review against another edition
1.0
I couldn't keep reading it, had to stop.
It kept boring me.
It was so bad!
It kept boring me.
It was so bad!
theemolibrocubicularist's review against another edition
4.0
This was pretty good but not the best vampire book out there. I mean it's better than Twilight that's for sure. I do like how humans are living in a very old town that is being controlled by vampires but the book was a little predictable after getting to know the characters. The author used the myth that a cold chil means a ghost just went through you so I already guessed that Michael was a ghost, I just didn't understand how he became one and why he still had human sensations. Other than that it was good. I do plan on reading the second book of the series but I won't get my hopes or place such high expectations.
rjdenney's review against another edition
3.0
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