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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
I had so much fun reading this! Emmeline wasnt a forefront character in Hooked, but she was mentioned. Her story, like Cecilys, was sad and full of horror. What Emeline endured was horrifying and at only 12 years old. So glad that the housekeeper and her master were gotten rid of. I love her unwavering strength and confidence, even if it got her into trouble. Miriam and Hunter coming back was wonderful. Emeline got to see the results of her good deed and found a friend. Plus she got hunky Hunter in the process. Seeing the rest of the cast of characters was great. I adore Princess Marilee and Sir James. They are not only amazing friends to their staff but they are loyal and kind. Their staff is their family. Im ready for the next book in this series
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I don’t like Little Red Riding Hood retellings.
In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever read another retelling of Little Red Riding Hood ([b:Red Riding Hood, Superhero: A Graphic Novel|23339817|Red Riding Hood, Superhero A Graphic Novel (Far Out Fairy Tales)|Otis Frampton|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1417983925l/23339817._SX50_.jpg|42899560] does not count). I didn’t quite realize how much I dislike it until I started reading this novel.
I can’t handle the feeling of knowing something horrible is about to happen and being helpless to stop it. Horror is one of my least favorite genres. And this story had just a bit too much horror and suspense for my liking.
And it was dark. Much darker than I expected. Between the abusive housemaid, the stealing, the, there was no shortage of suspense, or bad things happening.
The novel was more of a conceptual retelling of Red Riding Hood. The suspicious Wolfe brothers. The red cloak. The suspenseful walk in the woods, where she doesn't listen to her aunt. Only, in this retelling, And, thankfully, no characters were actually eaten.
I haven't read the first in the series, though I read and enjoyed Miri's story in [b:The Swindler's Daughter: Robin Hood Reimagined|60744534|The Swindler's Daughter Robin Hood Reimagined (Tales of Winberg Book 3)|Annette K. Larsen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1649020969l/60744534._SX50_.jpg|95721044]. This one was darker than I expected. The cover looks pretty dark, though, which you could say is an accurate reflection of the actual story.
And, the constant stealing did fit into Miri's story and its Robin Hood retelling, but seemed less necessary in this novel, for a Red Riding Hood retelling.
Update: I've since read [b:Hooked|60370478|Hooked (Tales of Winberg #1)|Annette K. Larsen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1644294716l/60370478._SX50_.jpg|90942516] and enjoyed it much more than this sequel.
Would I recommend this? If you've read every other book in this series, and all the other ones in The Dalthia series (starting from [b:Just Ella|35269145|Just Ella (Books of Dalthia #1)|Annette K. Larsen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1496176243l/35269145._SY75_.jpg|25881589]), and you're dying to see more of these characters, then give it a try.
Content:
Romance:
Lots of noticing men, and heat. Very heated, descriptive kisses. A few suggestive scenes, like when Hunter finds Emeline right after a swim and people assume they were swimming together (which, we're told, implies something), or when Emeline wakes Hunter, who's wearing "far less clothing than I should have been privy to", and then slips on trousers and a shirt.
Violence:
Miri's father wanted to sell her. She is abused by other housemaids, held hostage.
Other:
Discussions about Hunter's past as a Festival rat, and Hunter's pickpocketing skills are mentioned.
In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever read another retelling of Little Red Riding Hood ([b:Red Riding Hood, Superhero: A Graphic Novel|23339817|Red Riding Hood, Superhero A Graphic Novel (Far Out Fairy Tales)|Otis Frampton|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1417983925l/23339817._SX50_.jpg|42899560] does not count). I didn’t quite realize how much I dislike it until I started reading this novel.
I can’t handle the feeling of knowing something horrible is about to happen and being helpless to stop it. Horror is one of my least favorite genres. And this story had just a bit too much horror and suspense for my liking.
And it was dark. Much darker than I expected. Between the abusive housemaid, the stealing, the
Spoiler
sinister brothers who held Emeline hostage in the dark space under their carriage and abused their sister for yearsThe novel was more of a conceptual retelling of Red Riding Hood. The suspicious Wolfe brothers. The red cloak. The suspenseful walk in the woods, where she doesn't listen to her aunt. Only, in this retelling,
Spoiler
the little girl wasn't so innocent and helpless. In fact, she went looking for the Wolfe brothers herself.Spoiler
Though, Emeline was trapped under a carriage called The Beast, and it was jokingly said that The Beast "ate" her, so I guess that sort of happened too.I haven't read the first in the series, though I read and enjoyed Miri's story in [b:The Swindler's Daughter: Robin Hood Reimagined|60744534|The Swindler's Daughter Robin Hood Reimagined (Tales of Winberg Book 3)|Annette K. Larsen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1649020969l/60744534._SX50_.jpg|95721044]. This one was darker than I expected. The cover looks pretty dark, though, which you could say is an accurate reflection of the actual story.
And, the constant stealing did fit into Miri's story and its Robin Hood retelling, but seemed less necessary in this novel, for a Red Riding Hood retelling.
Update: I've since read [b:Hooked|60370478|Hooked (Tales of Winberg #1)|Annette K. Larsen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1644294716l/60370478._SX50_.jpg|90942516] and enjoyed it much more than this sequel.
Would I recommend this? If you've read every other book in this series, and all the other ones in The Dalthia series (starting from [b:Just Ella|35269145|Just Ella (Books of Dalthia #1)|Annette K. Larsen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1496176243l/35269145._SY75_.jpg|25881589]), and you're dying to see more of these characters, then give it a try.
Content:
Romance:
Lots of noticing men, and heat. Very heated, descriptive kisses. A few suggestive scenes, like when Hunter finds Emeline right after a swim and people assume they were swimming together (which, we're told, implies something), or when Emeline wakes Hunter, who's wearing "far less clothing than I should have been privy to", and then slips on trousers and a shirt.
Violence:
Miri's father wanted to sell her. She is abused by other housemaids, held hostage
Spoiler
under a dark wagon in horrific conditions, by the Wolfe brothers, who threaten to sell her, and threaten to kill their sister if she misbehavesOther:
Discussions about Hunter's past as a Festival rat, and Hunter's pickpocketing skills are mentioned.
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
slow-paced
I think I’m not really the target audience for this type of book… fairy tale retellings aren’t quite my jam, and neither are 17-year-olds in love
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
It was so great to get Emeline's one's story. I loved getting to know her better. I enjoyed seeing her relationship with Hunter develop. There were some really sweet moments in their courtship.
Content: clean
Content: clean