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anovelglimpse's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-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
4.0
I was a little nervous at the beginning that I was going to have a hard time getting into this book, but things progressed quickly. I fell in love with River and Amber. I liked how meeting each other changed the course of their lives. This was my favorite book in the series so far. The narrators did an excellent job of bringing Tucker's story to life.
Content Warnings
Minor: Violence, Medical content, and War
taylorfennerwrites's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book from the first page. I thought it was great that the author showed the readers that Ireland is deeper than just little cottages with thatched roofs; it has a long, sometimes troubled past. I loved River and Amber together and Rowen and Ivy were great!
amroberts13's review against another edition
3.5
Engaging enough, I like her writing like always, but didn’t really like the characters. Amber was too judgmental, and the was quite a few insensitivities throughout all the characters, like some sexist comments and a rape joke.
gwynt's review
4.0
This book was ok. I definitely didn't enjoy it as much as K A Tucker's other novels. Took me a while to finish.
paddlefoot55's review
4.0
I have to say, even though I have had other K.A Tucker books on my kindle forever, Chasing River is the first book of hers that I have read.
Though this is the 3rd book in the Burying Water series, it can be read as a stand alone - though I will be going back and reading the earlier books when I get the time.
Chasing River starts with a bang - and not the good kind!
Amber is travelling the world, ticking things off her travel bucket list as she goes. Getting blown up is not on that list though.
This incident brings her and River together, and changes their lives forever.
Amber is one of those people that needs to konw. She needs to know what happened. She needs to know who the mystery man who saved her is.
I loved how she was like a dog with a bone. She hunted River down, but then it was a case of Chasing River, and River chasing Amber.
River's life is steeped in family history - not all of it good, not all of it legal. I loved his family - for the most part. My heart hurt as we learn more of their story, as things happen that affect more than the person involved, dragging everyone into their drama.
The part I really liked about Chasing River - besides Amber and River - was the burgeouning friendship between Amber and Ivy. Ivy is the dark to Ivy's light, and they complement each other and I feel that theirs could be a friendship for life.
The pacing of Chasing River was just right - I felt that the story flowed well, and when I got to the end I felt that it was definitely things should have been, but along the way there were a few times where I was like "woah, I wasn't expecting that to happen", which I really liked.
I am really looking forward to Ivy's story, and going back to read books 1 and 2, to see how our characters got where they are today.
Though this is the 3rd book in the Burying Water series, it can be read as a stand alone - though I will be going back and reading the earlier books when I get the time.
Chasing River starts with a bang - and not the good kind!
Amber is travelling the world, ticking things off her travel bucket list as she goes. Getting blown up is not on that list though.
This incident brings her and River together, and changes their lives forever.
Amber is one of those people that needs to konw. She needs to know what happened. She needs to know who the mystery man who saved her is.
I loved how she was like a dog with a bone. She hunted River down, but then it was a case of Chasing River, and River chasing Amber.
River's life is steeped in family history - not all of it good, not all of it legal. I loved his family - for the most part. My heart hurt as we learn more of their story, as things happen that affect more than the person involved, dragging everyone into their drama.
The part I really liked about Chasing River - besides Amber and River - was the burgeouning friendship between Amber and Ivy. Ivy is the dark to Ivy's light, and they complement each other and I feel that theirs could be a friendship for life.
The pacing of Chasing River was just right - I felt that the story flowed well, and when I got to the end I felt that it was definitely things should have been, but along the way there were a few times where I was like "woah, I wasn't expecting that to happen", which I really liked.
I am really looking forward to Ivy's story, and going back to read books 1 and 2, to see how our characters got where they are today.
meegzreads's review
5.0
Yet another great K A Tucker book. I've always liked Ambers character and having this book as her story was a great chance to get to know her more. Being set overseas on Ireland is a treat as well, especially considering its a place I can't wait to visit myself one day. I loved how she let herself fly by the seat of her pants for a while, but still remained the same Amber we all know from the previous books. She doesn't change herself for anyone or anything. I also loved River's character. Such a charmer and his sense of humour was great as well. I also really enjoyed the banter between himself and his family, especially Rowen. Ivy was also a great character to get to know and I know the next book is about her, so I'd like to see how that goes since we didn't really get to see her much at the end of the book.
I hope that the next novel also features Amber and River because as much as the ending of this book was great, I'd love to get a bit more closure about how things are going to pan out in their relationship. I especially loved how we got to see Ambers travel bucket list at the end of the book, and it makes me want to start my own. Great characters, great storyline, loved it. A must read for K A Tuckers fans. Would recommend.
I hope that the next novel also features Amber and River because as much as the ending of this book was great, I'd love to get a bit more closure about how things are going to pan out in their relationship. I especially loved how we got to see Ambers travel bucket list at the end of the book, and it makes me want to start my own. Great characters, great storyline, loved it. A must read for K A Tuckers fans. Would recommend.
aryelweasley's review
4.0
I was nervous going into this book because Amber was not my favorite character in the first book of this series. Ireland and River won me over almost instantly. This was a great read and an excellent addition to the series.
exercise_read_repeat_ali's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars. I was looking forward to a story about Jesse’s sister Amber. Ireland as a setting worked really well, and I liked how KA Tucker embedded some Irish history into the plot line. That said, I’m noticing that all of the books in this series follow similar story archs. Maybe I’ll wait a bit before listening to the final book.
lidiaprice's review
5.0
I really loved this book and the first book I've read (well listened to, as this was an audiobook) and I'm excited to read more. I enjoyed the romance and suspense.