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4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
Fitting end to the Otherworld series. Though I still hope to continue seeing the characters pop-up in short stories or maybe cross over into YA series.
#90of2012 It was a good ending to a series. Nothing was wrapped up in a tidy little bow. Things will keep on trucking there even if she isn't writing about them anymore. I will really miss this series. :(
Not a bad ending to her run...above average urban fantasy with below average sex and gore, just what I like on the rare occasions that I read something like this. Good treadmill reading. I'm kind of curious about her YA fiction series now.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
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
Saying goodbye to these characters although painful didn't hurt as much as I thought. It did have me holding my breath most of the time. The plot twists kept me guessing and hoping they made it out all okay. I love these characters and will come back to them when I need reminders of love and family.
I have a soft spot for Kelley Armstrong. I think she's one of the best storytellers out there. I've loved every book in the Otherworld series, and I thought this was a great close to the series. Savannah was never one of my favorite characters, but it was kind of fun to get the action from her point of view as she watched her not-so elders--a strong group of women and their equally strong men--work to save the world.
Loved it so much I'm thinking about re-reading the series very soon!
Loved it so much I'm thinking about re-reading the series very soon!
Good ending to the series. I think that having the ending be about Savannah was a great idea and the best choice in the series.
With 13, Kelley Armstrong ends the Women of the Otherworld series with her version of a happily ever after. Most of the book from Savannah's point of view. However, there are some chapters dedicated to Jaime, Paige, Elena, and Hope. Throughout, the Otherworld series, Ms. Armstrong has introduced a plethora of interesting and dynamic characters. 13 brings them all together for one last save-the-world adventure.
As mentioned before, Savannah is 13's main narrator. We have watched Savannah grow up all through the series. This is her final coming of age story. She has had to reconcile her loss of powers with the ability to make good choices and take care of herself. Savannah discovers that her magic doesn't identify her as a person. She is just as strong without her magical abilities. She is continually tested but she continues to refuse the tempting for stronger powers.
In the first half of the book, Eve plays a significant role. Ms. Armstrong tells a wonderful mother/daughter bond that even death can't destroy. However, I love how a daughter can emerge from her Mother's shadow and be her own person - strong, moral, and caring. Savannah knowing that Eve would do anything to protect her, finds strength and confidence to face her battles. Savannah, also, faces her guilt and grief over her father's death. The scenes between Kristof and Savannah are beautifully written and very emotional.
Love never really plays a primary role in Kelley Armstrong's books. However, Savannah and Adam was a nice reprieve from the overall plot. Their romance didn't overwhelm the story, but did add some spice to the story. Savannah isn't romantic person and I really enjoyed her honesty and forthrightness with Adam. She really grew up when her relationship with Adam changed to more than friends. She experiences some insecurities, but I found that refreshing coming from her.
In my opinion, the best part of 13 is all the Otherworld characters coming together for a final battle. Paige and Lucas; Elena and Clayton; Jaime and Jeremy; Savannah and Adam; Eve and Kristof; Hope and Karl; Cassandra and Aaron - all present and accounted for. Plus, one surprise character that I won't reveal. It's a shocker! I found it amazing how Ms. Armstrong could keep all the characters engaged without overwhelming the reader.
Ms. Armstrong gave us a wonderful farewell to the Otherworld series. However, The ending is open-ended which leaves plenty of opportunity to carry on with more Otherworld stories. I have a feeling we aren't seeing the end for these wonderful characters.
As mentioned before, Savannah is 13's main narrator. We have watched Savannah grow up all through the series. This is her final coming of age story. She has had to reconcile her loss of powers with the ability to make good choices and take care of herself. Savannah discovers that her magic doesn't identify her as a person. She is just as strong without her magical abilities. She is continually tested but she continues to refuse the tempting for stronger powers.
In the first half of the book, Eve plays a significant role. Ms. Armstrong tells a wonderful mother/daughter bond that even death can't destroy. However, I love how a daughter can emerge from her Mother's shadow and be her own person - strong, moral, and caring. Savannah knowing that Eve would do anything to protect her, finds strength and confidence to face her battles. Savannah, also, faces her guilt and grief over her father's death. The scenes between Kristof and Savannah are beautifully written and very emotional.
Love never really plays a primary role in Kelley Armstrong's books. However, Savannah and Adam was a nice reprieve from the overall plot. Their romance didn't overwhelm the story, but did add some spice to the story. Savannah isn't romantic person and I really enjoyed her honesty and forthrightness with Adam. She really grew up when her relationship with Adam changed to more than friends. She experiences some insecurities, but I found that refreshing coming from her.
In my opinion, the best part of 13 is all the Otherworld characters coming together for a final battle. Paige and Lucas; Elena and Clayton; Jaime and Jeremy; Savannah and Adam; Eve and Kristof; Hope and Karl; Cassandra and Aaron - all present and accounted for. Plus, one surprise character that I won't reveal. It's a shocker! I found it amazing how Ms. Armstrong could keep all the characters engaged without overwhelming the reader.
Ms. Armstrong gave us a wonderful farewell to the Otherworld series. However, The ending is open-ended which leaves plenty of opportunity to carry on with more Otherworld stories. I have a feeling we aren't seeing the end for these wonderful characters.
Last book of series. Seemed a bit rushed in parts to either bring the lives of characters up to date or to hurry the bit of story along to get to a "good" part. Overall, wrapped up nicely. No major plot holes left undone and no minor ones I could see. Didn't get the impression that the series was over, just that the adventures the readers were a part of had finished for now. Questions like what happens when the twins grow up and will Lucas take over the Cabal, don't necessarily warrant a whole book but as the author left the reader knowing that short stories will follow, you're not left wondering forever. Just wondering till 2014.