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justolenka's review
adventurous
mysterious
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? No
4.0
c_youssef's review
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
4.0
annettebooksofhopeanddreams's review against another edition
4.0
I should have read this series before the more emotional focussed ones. I enjoy this series, don't get me wrong. The characters are amazing, the plot is cool, there is constantly something going on, but I miss the emotional depth a little, although I kind of hope that it might still come in future books. The series has however found me at the perfect time. I have an intense week, with loads of hospital checks, maybe it's a good things those books don't make me cry.
Although the main plot that started in the first book comes a little to a stand still in this one, I did enjoy the revelations and the action we did get to see. Mostly because even though the main characters are not moving forward a lot, we do gather a lot of useful information that will certainly come into play later. I was however quite glad for the dream our girl had in the first part of the book. I really missed my dose of Wesley!
What I love about this book is that it makes sure there are always things left to discover. I can imagine that some readers would like their answers and solutions a little faster, but I quite enjoy getting the time to absorb the new information, the stories we hear from the guys. I quite enjoy not being bombarded with information and one action scene after the other. I even enjoyed that the amount of sex scenes wasn't too overwhelming.
I still think that we didn't get the chance yet to really get to know the guys. I'm not sure if it's because there is so much going on that there is not that much time for deep and lengthy conversation or if it's just because James tells their stories quite briefly. I don't like long info dumps, but I miss the true emotions in the backstories so far. However, I'm still very much in love with Wesley and can't wait to pick up the next book!
Although the main plot that started in the first book comes a little to a stand still in this one, I did enjoy the revelations and the action we did get to see. Mostly because even though the main characters are not moving forward a lot, we do gather a lot of useful information that will certainly come into play later. I was however quite glad for the dream our girl had in the first part of the book. I really missed my dose of Wesley!
What I love about this book is that it makes sure there are always things left to discover. I can imagine that some readers would like their answers and solutions a little faster, but I quite enjoy getting the time to absorb the new information, the stories we hear from the guys. I quite enjoy not being bombarded with information and one action scene after the other. I even enjoyed that the amount of sex scenes wasn't too overwhelming.
I still think that we didn't get the chance yet to really get to know the guys. I'm not sure if it's because there is so much going on that there is not that much time for deep and lengthy conversation or if it's just because James tells their stories quite briefly. I don't like long info dumps, but I miss the true emotions in the backstories so far. However, I'm still very much in love with Wesley and can't wait to pick up the next book!
chlob93's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
5.0
Ok we have more questions. Just a fuck lot of more questions but I am seriously enjoying it so yay! Book two done
katyanaish's review against another edition
3.0
**2.5**
This one was disappointing.
It feels like somewhere between books 1 and 2, Kit got dumber. Like the sex melted her brain or something. This plot was literally driven by her being stupid repeatedly.
Also, for the top team of agents at Omega Group, these people are all fucking stupid. I'm not putting this in spoiler tags because it's speculation, not confirmed by the book, but it feels so fucking obvious and not a single brilliant "agent" has put it together yet.
Omega Group codenames them with animal names. We learned the guys' names in book 1. So, in book 1, we're told magic was drained from the world but Kit's mom had the ability to restore it in people, so if they were actually shapeshifters (unknown to themselves, because of the big spell wiping that from memory and with the magic drain they don't shift) when she heals them they are shifters again. We're told that's known by a select few, and there are several groups competing to control the power - basically, experimenting to capitalize on those shifters. That makes Kit and her mom a prize - control the entity that can restore the shifters, control the shifter. Right?
So Omega Group, with their clever animal codenames, which seem well suited to people's personalities. Kit starts healing people and woo, surprise, they turn into those animals.
This is my surprised face. Really.
None of these geniuses put together the obvious fact that Omega knows not only all about this, but has a way to determine which animal they'd be if they were restored. Or how about the sketchy fact that the head of this organization magically ended up adopting Kit at age 13.
Oh look. It's my surprised face again.
Aside from getting dumber, Kit also became a bit of a damsel. Always needing rescue. Doing what some random asshole she doesn't know says - she takes orders from N like it's ingrained in her, in a life or death situation when she has zero reason to trust him (especially since he's the one who dropped her into the life or death situation with no warning). She allows one stupid bitch to do her damned best to kill her, and doesn't make the stupid bitch pay for it. Nor does she make the stupid old bitch who did her best to kill Kit and her guys pay for it. Nope, she just lets them both walk away. Stupid, spineless, pathetic damsel.
Where is the awesome fiesty character I met in book 1? I loved her!
If she doesn't come back next book, I'm out.
This one was disappointing.
It feels like somewhere between books 1 and 2, Kit got dumber. Like the sex melted her brain or something. This plot was literally driven by her being stupid repeatedly.
Also, for the top team of agents at Omega Group, these people are all fucking stupid. I'm not putting this in spoiler tags because it's speculation, not confirmed by the book, but it feels so fucking obvious and not a single brilliant "agent" has put it together yet.
Omega Group codenames them with animal names. We learned the guys' names in book 1. So, in book 1, we're told magic was drained from the world but Kit's mom had the ability to restore it in people, so if they were actually shapeshifters (unknown to themselves, because of the big spell wiping that from memory and with the magic drain they don't shift) when she heals them they are shifters again. We're told that's known by a select few, and there are several groups competing to control the power - basically, experimenting to capitalize on those shifters. That makes Kit and her mom a prize - control the entity that can restore the shifters, control the shifter. Right?
So Omega Group, with their clever animal codenames, which seem well suited to people's personalities. Kit starts healing people and woo, surprise, they turn into those animals.
This is my surprised face. Really.
None of these geniuses put together the obvious fact that Omega knows not only all about this, but has a way to determine which animal they'd be if they were restored. Or how about the sketchy fact that the head of this organization magically ended up adopting Kit at age 13.
Oh look. It's my surprised face again.
Aside from getting dumber, Kit also became a bit of a damsel. Always needing rescue. Doing what some random asshole she doesn't know says - she takes orders from N like it's ingrained in her, in a life or death situation when she has zero reason to trust him (especially since he's the one who dropped her into the life or death situation with no warning). She allows one stupid bitch to do her damned best to kill her, and doesn't make the stupid bitch pay for it. Nor does she make the stupid old bitch who did her best to kill Kit and her guys pay for it. Nope, she just lets them both walk away. Stupid, spineless, pathetic damsel.
Where is the awesome fiesty character I met in book 1? I loved her!
If she doesn't come back next book, I'm out.
kenben's review against another edition
5.0
So good!! I’ve been devouring one a day at this rate and just want more!
ashleyed's review against another edition
5.0
On the edge of my seat
Oh God what can I say? I absolutely loved it! The second in the series and Kit gets into even more trouble but my gosh her guys, I want me some! I also seriously need Austin to open up more, we see a bit of a softer side to him in this book, but I need more of him, sometimes I don't know whether to kiss him or slap him! And sweet sweet Wesley! I need some more Wesley and Kit. Let's not lie I need River, Cole and Caleb too... can we just have more of Kit and the whole of the guys? And some more steam!
Tate you did an awesome job again. I can't wait for more!
Oh God what can I say? I absolutely loved it! The second in the series and Kit gets into even more trouble but my gosh her guys, I want me some! I also seriously need Austin to open up more, we see a bit of a softer side to him in this book, but I need more of him, sometimes I don't know whether to kiss him or slap him! And sweet sweet Wesley! I need some more Wesley and Kit. Let's not lie I need River, Cole and Caleb too... can we just have more of Kit and the whole of the guys? And some more steam!
Tate you did an awesome job again. I can't wait for more!
virginiafeidler's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
4.0
I feel like so much happened in this book, but at the same time…I feel like absolutely nothing happened in this book. I know that makes no sense, but 🤷🏻♀️. Anyway, I enjoyed the read and I’m still loving the characters, the addition of Vali is something I’m excited to see play out. The storyline is intriguing and going at a good pace, and I can’t wait to read more.
dmfisher's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I don’t know why I put off getting this second book for so long! Why Choose is not normally my thing but there is just something about Kit and her men that I love. Kit has so much fire in her and doesn’t let her past define her. She is learning to embrace the new information and powers she has received. I pulled this book out in the airport while waiting for my flight and had it finished before we even landed in our final destination. I am now running to get the third book.
5/5⭐️ 4/5🌶️