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4.2 AVERAGE
Good ending to the series. The first half of the book moved at break-neck speed, but then slowed in the middle to give readers a chance to catch our breath before being thrown back into the action. I listened to it on Overdrive, and enjoyed the narrator's performance.
What a great finish to the Otherworld Series. I was going to give it a 4 stars but I felt a bit scattered at times. The characters were constantly being moved from here to there, and back again. Although an A+ for bringing back all the familiar faces!
I also loved how there were a few chapters dedicated to specific characters' pov. Very well done, and it really helped for closure since this is supposedly the last book.
Also, it was a huge bonus to see a short story with Elena at the end. We also learn a bit more about Kate and Logan! what a treat.
I also loved how there were a few chapters dedicated to specific characters' pov. Very well done, and it really helped for closure since this is supposedly the last book.
Also, it was a huge bonus to see a short story with Elena at the end. We also learn a bit more about Kate and Logan! what a treat.
Awesome finish to an awesome series!!!!!! Loved it!!!
I loved the final book, which really, is the last three books as one story arc. A great way to finish a wonderful series…but I already miss looking forward to the next instalment!
I hate to give such a low review, because I really and truly loved the beginning of the series, but the last half became sort of meh and ended up with this horribly rushed attempt to tie up all the plot threads. Bitten through about Broken were the peak period of the series, and after that was about when you could feel the beginnings of the whole supernatural world apocalypse beginning and it sort of lost what made it interesting to begin with.
First of all, Savannah fails as a protagonist in so many ways, and I have a hard time pinpointing exactly why that is. Part of it is she's following up on the heels of two other female witch characters, Paige and her own mother Eve who frankly were better developed and had far more interesting story arcs and more distinct personalities. Savannah also bears the misfortune of being the over hyped, over special character who essentially has grown up with the series- though 'grown up' is a far too kind way to put it. Really it feels as if barely any time has passed for her to go from her early teens to her twenties, and it's hard reconciling the protected little girl with the woman she's supposed to be. And then there's simply the misfortune of being a character I really don't feel had enough to be more than a secondary/background character.
Then there's the plot. So freaking much plot, there's not enough time to breathe and examine things and absorb them. Savannah and Adam jump from one disaster to another, and it's annoying after being used to the slower pace and build up of the previous novels. And with this rapid pace, there's not a lot that makes sense. I'm still scratching my head over the guy who summoned Eve to the human dimension- frankly I think this was merely a plot device so Eve and Savannah could have some bonding time which was just disappointing. I thought taking the route of binding Eve would have been better myself as it would have been interesting to see Savannah work around that. I also would advise against taking the summery of a war between angels and demons as literal because really as awesome as that sounded. . . it didn't exactly work that way. Certainly there's a plot by demons to stir things into chaos, but that seems to fall secondary to a lot of the other events and I don't know. It just wasn't as cleanly written and plotted as her other books have been.
The cameo character chapters were not satisfying in the least. They could have been any character- not enough personality or depth to them to make them feel like true insights into their minds. Jaime doesn’t get much of one herself, I can barely recall Elena, Eve, or Hope’s chapters. Paige’s stood out a bit with her motherly feelings but other than that they were pretty much faded into the background. It was almost as if Kelley felt obligated to do something with each character because it was the end of the series, but just kind of rushed through it to get to the huge gobs of plot she still had to get through.
And a big shocker with Malcolm- this was actually one thing that really surprised me, and I was quite intrigued by it, but it didn't get the chance to go anywhere. This is kind of dropped and we're just assuming it will never come out to bother anyone again. And the supernatural children plot is also kind of left to hang, after building up these unique ones like Savannah, Kate and Logan, Hope's baby, and the clairvoyant child, it's never really put to any use. And on the subject of Hope and her baby. . . the Lucifer plot was disappointing. Not well enough developed, though I liked the concept there.
The ending story was all right, though I’m admittedly somewhat disappointed that Elena’s the Alpha now. I don’t have anything against her stepping into that role of power, but I can’t see Elena being a backseat general sending troupes out to do battle- while she does tend to be the thinker in her and Clay’s relationship, she’s still very heavy on acting and doing things, not letting others do it for her. The Alpha role is not going to allow her the freedom she’s been accustomed to, and that does bother me. Though if there’s not going to be any more books, I suppose it doesn’t matter.
Really, there's probably about four books worth of plot here stuffed into one, and it's just too much, too messy, and unsatisfying end to the series. Not to mention that Adam and Savannah’s getting together is just kind of squashed in, happening in a random hotel room love fest before heading out for more battle. I mean, really? I guess this means I have to have hope now for her YA spin off series.
First of all, Savannah fails as a protagonist in so many ways, and I have a hard time pinpointing exactly why that is. Part of it is she's following up on the heels of two other female witch characters, Paige and her own mother Eve who frankly were better developed and had far more interesting story arcs and more distinct personalities. Savannah also bears the misfortune of being the over hyped, over special character who essentially has grown up with the series- though 'grown up' is a far too kind way to put it. Really it feels as if barely any time has passed for her to go from her early teens to her twenties, and it's hard reconciling the protected little girl with the woman she's supposed to be. And then there's simply the misfortune of being a character I really don't feel had enough to be more than a secondary/background character.
Then there's the plot. So freaking much plot, there's not enough time to breathe and examine things and absorb them. Savannah and Adam jump from one disaster to another, and it's annoying after being used to the slower pace and build up of the previous novels. And with this rapid pace, there's not a lot that makes sense. I'm still scratching my head over the guy who summoned Eve to the human dimension- frankly I think this was merely a plot device so Eve and Savannah could have some bonding time which was just disappointing. I thought taking the route of binding Eve would have been better myself as it would have been interesting to see Savannah work around that. I also would advise against taking the summery of a war between angels and demons as literal because really as awesome as that sounded. . . it didn't exactly work that way. Certainly there's a plot by demons to stir things into chaos, but that seems to fall secondary to a lot of the other events and I don't know. It just wasn't as cleanly written and plotted as her other books have been.
The cameo character chapters were not satisfying in the least. They could have been any character- not enough personality or depth to them to make them feel like true insights into their minds. Jaime doesn’t get much of one herself, I can barely recall Elena, Eve, or Hope’s chapters. Paige’s stood out a bit with her motherly feelings but other than that they were pretty much faded into the background. It was almost as if Kelley felt obligated to do something with each character because it was the end of the series, but just kind of rushed through it to get to the huge gobs of plot she still had to get through.
And a big shocker with Malcolm- this was actually one thing that really surprised me, and I was quite intrigued by it, but it didn't get the chance to go anywhere. This is kind of dropped and we're just assuming it will never come out to bother anyone again. And the supernatural children plot is also kind of left to hang, after building up these unique ones like Savannah, Kate and Logan, Hope's baby, and the clairvoyant child, it's never really put to any use. And on the subject of Hope and her baby. . . the Lucifer plot was disappointing. Not well enough developed, though I liked the concept there.
The ending story was all right, though I’m admittedly somewhat disappointed that Elena’s the Alpha now. I don’t have anything against her stepping into that role of power, but I can’t see Elena being a backseat general sending troupes out to do battle- while she does tend to be the thinker in her and Clay’s relationship, she’s still very heavy on acting and doing things, not letting others do it for her. The Alpha role is not going to allow her the freedom she’s been accustomed to, and that does bother me. Though if there’s not going to be any more books, I suppose it doesn’t matter.
Really, there's probably about four books worth of plot here stuffed into one, and it's just too much, too messy, and unsatisfying end to the series. Not to mention that Adam and Savannah’s getting together is just kind of squashed in, happening in a random hotel room love fest before heading out for more battle. I mean, really? I guess this means I have to have hope now for her YA spin off series.
I stretched this one out as long as I possibly could, but in the end I just couldn't put it down! This is the absolute most perfect ending to this series I can imagine, and of course, it's nothing like I thought it was going to be! It's so nice being surprised; especially in the thirteenth book of a series. I've always hoped Savannah would get her own book and I was thrilled to hear she'd get three. I think having her as the narrator really emphasizes how this group of people has grown together. The inclusion of two or three chapters in all of the major former narrators' points-of-view in [b:Thirteen|1217100|Thirteen Reasons Why|Jay Asher|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1333822506s/1217100.jpg|2588213] was perfect. It was a great way to send them off without wresting control from Savannah. I just have to remind myself that this is "goodbye for now" not "goodbye for forever" and to think of how much I'm looking forward to [b:Forbidden|7600924|Forbidden|Tabitha Suzuma|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1302655056s/7600924.jpg|10018976] in December.
Thank you, [a:Kelley Armstrong|7581|Kelley Armstrong|http://photo.goodreads.com/authors/1199068298p2/7581.jpg], for years of enjoyment and the friends I've made in your characters; I'm sad to see them go, but glad they were sent off with a bang! I foresee many years of re-reading this series in the future, and of discovering new favorite characters in your forthcoming projects (and maybe a little Adam/Savannah short story in there somewhere, too? :)).
Thank you, [a:Kelley Armstrong|7581|Kelley Armstrong|http://photo.goodreads.com/authors/1199068298p2/7581.jpg], for years of enjoyment and the friends I've made in your characters; I'm sad to see them go, but glad they were sent off with a bang! I foresee many years of re-reading this series in the future, and of discovering new favorite characters in your forthcoming projects (and maybe a little Adam/Savannah short story in there somewhere, too? :)).
Nice wrap up for a mediocre story and world. Left tons of things hanging but by the time you're done reading this you're just glad you're done and you don't really care. The most well written character by far was Savannah which is sad because she only comes to the forefront in the final two books.
Suffered a bit from too many characters rambling about, but a fitting end to the series.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Such a fantastic way to end the series. As sad as I am to see it end, I am so thrilled to have been able to take the journey with these amazing characters. It isn't all wrapped up in a neat bow or anything but it is perfect. Kelley has a great way of sucking you in and becoming extremely invested in all the character's. Not one character isn't important. They all play key roles into the stories progression and they all tie in perfectly.
As much as I would love for Kelley to continue this series and have it go on forever, I know that isn't possible. But as far as series enders go this one was well done. I will not/cannot go into more detail without spoiling the crap out of it, so I won't.
Just know that if you have read any books in this series, you know how well they are written so you will not be disappointed with Thirteen.
As much as I would love for Kelley to continue this series and have it go on forever, I know that isn't possible. But as far as series enders go this one was well done. I will not/cannot go into more detail without spoiling the crap out of it, so I won't.
Just know that if you have read any books in this series, you know how well they are written so you will not be disappointed with Thirteen.