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3.76 AVERAGE
3.76 AVERAGE
I'm not normally into thriller/horror books, but this ghost story was less on the gore and more on plot, atmosphere and characters. I'd probably give it 3 1/2 actually, and would be inclined to read the next installment.
I loved it a whole bunch! I read it one sitting :D!! It is a bit cringey at times, but that's good for a little laugh so I didn't mind it a whole bunch hehee. We have this wooden case in my neighborhood where you put a book in and trade it out for another and this is the book I got for trading a book I didn't want. So I was not sure whether or not this was a single book or a series. The book did leave off on a question but one can never be to sure haha. But I came on here and yay! It looks like it might be a series ^___^ I can't wait to read the next book! I hope more is explained of the connection between Anna and Cas. Cas didn't seem very interested in other girls in a personal way before he met Anna and I still do not understand why. Is it because she's dead and shes 'not like the other ghost girls' (cuz shes more aware and conscious) or what? I thought maybe it was because she understood not really being able to be entirely free, (because Anna was tied to her house and Cas is tied to his responsibly as a ghost hunter) but I feel like there might be something more to it because just that as an explanation doesn't feel whole enough. Also, lol, we know Cas can touch Anna (cuz there was a kiss scene) but can they like.... you know? lololol just a curiosity xD
This started off really well. Dark, gory, magical, and a bit of teenage angst. Then I got to know Cas. Theseus Cassio Lowood. For what this story was. Cas didn’t feel real. He read very cocky, very nonchalant. This would be happening and he’s just like well that’s another Monday. And no one simply acts like that’s. I was absolutely not a fan of the romance between Cas and Anna. Just no. I did like the side characters and I really did like the side plot that we got. The story ended with a really good set up for book 2 and I can’t wait to get into that.
Със сигурност, тази свръхесествена книга ми допадна много. Чете се супер бързо и леко. Препоръчвам за любителите на екшъна и фентъзито.
Necesitaba algo así, después de tantas novelas de amor.
Damn it, me hizo reír demasiado, amo el vudú y esto me hizo recordar AHS Coven(de mis series favoritas), estoy muuuuuuy emocionada.
Amé totalmente a los personajes( y otros los odie ).
Lo único malo es que me recordó "the redemption of Mara Dyer":(
Damn it, me hizo reír demasiado, amo el vudú y esto me hizo recordar AHS Coven(de mis series favoritas), estoy muuuuuuy emocionada.
Amé totalmente a los personajes( y otros los odie ).
Lo único malo es que me recordó "the redemption of Mara Dyer":(
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Easy & quick to read but honestly somewhat boring, and the main character was rather unlikeable. Honestly, he had a 'not like other girls boys' vibe. Also the way he sees Carmel as a prize for Thomas, yuck.
The titular Anna Dressed in Blood was disappointing, she barely did any ghostly things, and for all intents and purposes was just a human with super strength and a spooky transformation for most of the book. She was completely tangible and coherent, with no strong feelings.
The final boss was also bland and had no real motivations, with nothing interesting explored. His connection to the main character felt so weak, despite clear effort to establish something. It just felt short.
In addition, all the ghost hunting amounted to was 'stab them with the athame', with maybe a little physical toussel. Any rituals happened off screen, with no real interesting rules or weaknesses for ghosts.
As a lover of ghost stories, this was massively disappointing.
The titular Anna Dressed in Blood was disappointing, she barely did any ghostly things, and for all intents and purposes was just a human with super strength and a spooky transformation for most of the book. She was completely tangible and coherent, with no strong feelings.
The final boss was also bland and had no real motivations, with nothing interesting explored. His connection to the main character felt so weak, despite clear effort to establish something. It just felt short.
In addition, all the ghost hunting amounted to was 'stab them with the athame', with maybe a little physical toussel. Any rituals happened off screen, with no real interesting rules or weaknesses for ghosts.
As a lover of ghost stories, this was massively disappointing.
Content Warnings
My last book of 2014 and what a way to end it. I haven't read many five star books in the last few months, but this has definitely changed that! This book had everything I could have asked for from it: a gripping plot, a sarcastic hero, side characters with actual point to the story, an epic villain and a romantic sub-plot that isn't shoved down our throats like bad cough medicine. In my opinion, this is an amazing novel and a must-read for YA fans everywhere. Oh, and if Tybalt isn't one of your favourites, then you're reading it wrong!