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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
DNF, at probably the 35% mark. It didn't catch me the way a book needs to these days ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Unfortunately I couldn’t get into this book. The plot was okay, but everything felt very slow and the usual quirks that come with the setting (like Chicago in Neill’s other series) just weren’t working/drawing me in. I wasn’t that interested in any of the characters and I feel like the story didn’t really move anything on that much, especially in terms of the protagonist’s development. The climax of the novel where Claire is doing the stuff with the Veil felt very anti-climatic and I cringed at Liam calling her ‘baby’ as it was so out of the blue and just ugh. Overall, this book was nothing like I expected it to be and I found it disappointing.
New Orleans as a dystopian paranormal concentration camp mystery.
3.5 stars. Overall, I was satisfied with the story; the slow start and a few editing errors that should have been caught brought the rating down. But I am looking forward to the next book and finding out more about the characters in Delta and seeing what happens next.
Wordy review: http://jenn.booklikes.com/post/1224524/theveil
Wordy review: http://jenn.booklikes.com/post/1224524/theveil
A thoroughly enjoyable urban fantasy with a unique, dystopian-esque setting.
I started Chloe Neill's Chicagoland Vampire Series years ago and really enjoyed them a lot. However, like a lot of series, after it reached 5-6 books, I feel behind and now need to get caught up. So I was really excited to see she was releasing a new series so I would have the chance to once again stay on top of it if I liked it well enough - which I did.
Now I have to admit I loved Merit in the Chicagoland series. She was fiesty, snarky and many other things I love about a kick-butt heroine. Claire Connolly is no Merit, but that's ok, she doesn't have to be. Claire is a strong character in her own way. She is struggling to survive in a devastated New Orleans after the Veil split several years ago and divided the area between those with magic and those without.
I think one of the best things about this book is all of the side characters. I like Liam, but really want to learn more about his brother. I also thought a lot of great characters were introduced who reside in Devil's Isle. There was a lot of world building throughout the book, which is to be expected with an opening novel in a series, but there was plenty of action too. Overall, I can't wait to see where this world takes us.
On a personal note, another book featuring fairies which I didn't totally hate! Seems I am progressing.
Now I have to admit I loved Merit in the Chicagoland series. She was fiesty, snarky and many other things I love about a kick-butt heroine. Claire Connolly is no Merit, but that's ok, she doesn't have to be. Claire is a strong character in her own way. She is struggling to survive in a devastated New Orleans after the Veil split several years ago and divided the area between those with magic and those without.
I think one of the best things about this book is all of the side characters. I like Liam, but really want to learn more about his brother. I also thought a lot of great characters were introduced who reside in Devil's Isle. There was a lot of world building throughout the book, which is to be expected with an opening novel in a series, but there was plenty of action too. Overall, I can't wait to see where this world takes us.
On a personal note, another book featuring fairies which I didn't totally hate! Seems I am progressing.
Post war New Orleans is not the place everyone goes to since the Veil between our world and the Fae broke. Claire is running anantiques and everyday sundry shop after the death of her father during the war. With the Veil closed for now every human that shows paranormal powers is sent to the District to live with the rest of the invading troops. Humans that can use magic are called Sensitives and if they go into a magical overload they become wraiths [that attack humans]. Claire has recently developed telekinetic power and has been hiding it but gets caught using it to save herself during a wraith attack. She is seen by Liam, a bounty hunter who collects wraiths and takes them to the District. Liam helps Claire hide her powers and also finds her a magical tutor. Of course this is just the set up of the book and the world building in this setting is great. New Orleans comes across as a much smaller tight knit community taking care of each other and trying to make things better even if they are still living in an area classified as a war zone even if the war is over.
I’ll be reading the next one when it comes out and I may have to pick up some more books by her as well.
Digital review copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley
I’ll be reading the next one when it comes out and I may have to pick up some more books by her as well.
Digital review copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley
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First off, I'm going to let you know that I'm doing something a little different. I've read books by Chloe Neill in the past and they were always well done, so when I had the chance to read an ARC of her most recent book in the Devil's Isle series I jumped at the chance.
So gearing up for the release, over the next week I'll be posting my reviews of The Veil, The Sight, and finally The Hunt. All of my reviews and thoughts on the series, can be a primer for you when the newest book hits shelves a week from today!
Chloe Neill's books don't disappoint, and The Veil is so worth the read. From characters with true depth, to the premise of supernatural war-torn New Orleans, this first novel began my cravings to read more about the well crafted series.
I enjoyed the main cast of characters, probably most especially our heroine. Claire Connolly is everything I wanted her to be. However it wasn't just her daring and witty banter that made me love her, but her absolute love of New Orleans and tenacity she had living in the aftermath of the battle between our world and the supernatural. As a small town girl, I was able to understand the love you have for your town even if everything seems to be falling apart. It's bred into you. Something I'm sure many other people can identify with.
The journey itself, while seemingly straight forward, had enough surprises to keep reeling you deeper into the mystery. The complex dynamic between the otherworldly creatures, humans, and the government was oddly satisfying. It allowed for a sense of even more reality as it showed that nothing is ever black and white, and good intentions often hurt as much as they help.
My only discontent, is that after reading high fantasy which often spans 600 pages or more, I felt the 336 pages weren't enough. It easily gives you enough time to jump along on this crazy mystery that often seemed to fly at a break-neck pace, but after finishing the novel I'm glad that it continues on. Currently I'm left with an incredible number of questions, which I hope will be answered in the next book. I also hope to find deeper character development and learn the nuances of the world now that we've past the introduction.
For fans of Patricia Briggs (who is probably one of my favorite authors of all time), and I highly recommend this alluring and interest catching series. It is a phenomenal example of complex urban fantasy and I was able to devour it in one evening, which is always a win in my book.
First off, I'm going to let you know that I'm doing something a little different. I've read books by Chloe Neill in the past and they were always well done, so when I had the chance to read an ARC of her most recent book in the Devil's Isle series I jumped at the chance.
So gearing up for the release, over the next week I'll be posting my reviews of The Veil, The Sight, and finally The Hunt. All of my reviews and thoughts on the series, can be a primer for you when the newest book hits shelves a week from today!
Chloe Neill's books don't disappoint, and The Veil is so worth the read. From characters with true depth, to the premise of supernatural war-torn New Orleans, this first novel began my cravings to read more about the well crafted series.
I enjoyed the main cast of characters, probably most especially our heroine. Claire Connolly is everything I wanted her to be. However it wasn't just her daring and witty banter that made me love her, but her absolute love of New Orleans and tenacity she had living in the aftermath of the battle between our world and the supernatural. As a small town girl, I was able to understand the love you have for your town even if everything seems to be falling apart. It's bred into you. Something I'm sure many other people can identify with.
The journey itself, while seemingly straight forward, had enough surprises to keep reeling you deeper into the mystery. The complex dynamic between the otherworldly creatures, humans, and the government was oddly satisfying. It allowed for a sense of even more reality as it showed that nothing is ever black and white, and good intentions often hurt as much as they help.
My only discontent, is that after reading high fantasy which often spans 600 pages or more, I felt the 336 pages weren't enough. It easily gives you enough time to jump along on this crazy mystery that often seemed to fly at a break-neck pace, but after finishing the novel I'm glad that it continues on. Currently I'm left with an incredible number of questions, which I hope will be answered in the next book. I also hope to find deeper character development and learn the nuances of the world now that we've past the introduction.
For fans of Patricia Briggs (who is probably one of my favorite authors of all time), and I highly recommend this alluring and interest catching series. It is a phenomenal example of complex urban fantasy and I was able to devour it in one evening, which is always a win in my book.
*I received a free ARC of The Veil from PENGUIN GROUP Berkley, NAL / Signet Romance, DAW via Netgalley in exchange of an honest and unbiased review*
ARC received on 25 May 2015.
This book counts towards COYER scavenger hunt item #59: Read a book by an author you have previously read and given less than 3 stars. (4 points)
The Veil is filled with magic, friendship, treason, and quite a bit of hurt. In this new world of hers, Neill managed to keep me pretty much at the edge of my seat for the duration.
ARC received on 25 May 2015.
This book counts towards COYER scavenger hunt item #59: Read a book by an author you have previously read and given less than 3 stars. (4 points)
The Veil is filled with magic, friendship, treason, and quite a bit of hurt. In this new world of hers, Neill managed to keep me pretty much at the edge of my seat for the duration.