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3.96 AVERAGE
3.96 AVERAGE
I'm a big fan of Ilona Andrews and her stories. I have to admit though, the Edge series isn't one of my favorite ones. The vibe isn't one I prefer, but I'll probably finish reading the next two books still.
I liked Cerise. She was strong, and loyal, and she didn't let miscommunication situations hold her back like she could have in this. William was the reason I picked it up though, I loved delving more into his mindset. The changelings are fascinating. I don't know why, but he reminds me of Adrian Pimento from B99. It makes me laugh sometimes.
I liked Cerise. She was strong, and loyal, and she didn't let miscommunication situations hold her back like she could have in this. William was the reason I picked it up though, I loved delving more into his mindset. The changelings are fascinating. I don't know why, but he reminds me of Adrian Pimento from B99. It makes me laugh sometimes.
Some reviewers wrote that the beginning of this book is confusing, slow and even boring. Not so for me. I liked it right from the start. The setting was clear from On The Edge, I was happy to have more of William and the story was interesting from the get-go.
There were the usual humorous bits in the beginning, with the winner being the hobo queen and her colourful and crazy family. The rest of the book was darker and less funny than On The Edge. The plot was a lot more involved and interesting, with more suspense and better fights. The bad guys were also more scary and threatening.
I liked William's inner monologue. Not a very emotional man or rather incapable of showing emotion, much like another one of my favourite characters ( insert Spock gif here, thanks ). He was so nicely clueless, how to behave like a human, I just wanted to hug him throughout the book and make it all better.
I can't quite make up my mind, if I liked Cerise better than Rose or not. Somehow she came across a little more one-dimensional, a little less interesting. Ultimately those two are pretty interchangeable in these two books.
I loved the crazy family, the rathole and the Mire. In my mind I kept punting through a darker and pissed-off version of the Everglades.
Great setting, good plot, suspenseful, good snark, really liked William and his backstory, nicely evil bad guys. A touch better than On The Edge.
There were the usual humorous bits in the beginning, with the winner being the hobo queen and her colourful and crazy family. The rest of the book was darker and less funny than On The Edge. The plot was a lot more involved and interesting, with more suspense and better fights. The bad guys were also more scary and threatening.
I liked William's inner monologue. Not a very emotional man or rather incapable of showing emotion, much like another one of my favourite characters ( insert Spock gif here, thanks ). He was so nicely clueless, how to behave like a human, I just wanted to hug him throughout the book and make it all better.
I can't quite make up my mind, if I liked Cerise better than Rose or not. Somehow she came across a little more one-dimensional, a little less interesting. Ultimately those two are pretty interchangeable in these two books.
I loved the crazy family, the rathole and the Mire. In my mind I kept punting through a darker and pissed-off version of the Everglades.
Great setting, good plot, suspenseful, good snark, really liked William and his backstory, nicely evil bad guys. A touch better than On The Edge.
This book/series was just as good as the author's previous series about Kate Daniels. It is a paranormal romance/fantasy novel and a fun read. The characters were understandable and human while still being fantastical. I quite liked the world that this story inhabited.
It is such a good instalment to the series. I absolutely loved the first book but the second is probably even better.
I felt in love with William when I was reading the first book [b:On the Edge|6329547|On the Edge (The Edge, #1)|Ilona Andrews|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1307445575s/6329547.jpg|6515186]. Ilona Andrews is great at creating her characters. William could be just another tortured hero but he is so much more while being completely unique and one-of-a-kind. And Cerise completes him perfectly. Again, Ilona Andrews is really good at making her heroines strong and brave and totally capable of caring about themselves and who they love. And the secondary characters make everything even better, especially the children.
I also liked the plot, it is full of action without being ridiculous. The first interaction between Cerise and William on the boat make me smile. It was a great fun to watch how they start to like and trust each other.
It was a very entertaining read that kept long at night. I'm giving it 4.5 star.
I felt in love with William when I was reading the first book [b:On the Edge|6329547|On the Edge (The Edge, #1)|Ilona Andrews|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1307445575s/6329547.jpg|6515186]. Ilona Andrews is great at creating her characters. William could be just another tortured hero but he is so much more while being completely unique and one-of-a-kind. And Cerise completes him perfectly. Again, Ilona Andrews is really good at making her heroines strong and brave and totally capable of caring about themselves and who they love. And the secondary characters make everything even better, especially the children.
I also liked the plot, it is full of action without being ridiculous. The first interaction between Cerise and William on the boat make me smile. It was a great fun to watch how they start to like and trust each other.
It was a very entertaining read that kept long at night. I'm giving it 4.5 star.
Original review: http://onabookbender.com/2012/08/08/review-bayou-moon-by-ilona-andrews/
I further retract any disappointment I had over this series not having the same main characters every book. Cerise and William were a ton of fun, and I really enjoyed the way William was. Because he is a changeling, he processes life a bit differently. He is often ruled by his wild (wolf) side, and this makes him…interesting. Almost more logical, like every emotional situation is a mathematical problem that must be analyzed and solved. I love this kind of character.
Upon reflection, I find that Bayou Moon and On the Edge are both very similar books, but at the same time, they never feel that way. The characters are unique enough, and the situations different enough that both of these books feel like their own story. The characters’ basic qualities are very similar, though. Bayou Moon features a strong-willed heroine, caring for her family and a hero on a mission who finds his mate almost by accident (or fate; whichever you prefer). And it was perfect.
What does pique my interest here, and not necessarily in a good way (though not bad either), is that though the majority of the book was played out in the Edge, the characters end up in the Weird — just like On the Edge. It seems like bit of a formula. I believe I understand why, though. It just gives me pause.
The bad guy is bad. And insane. Have you ever noticed how insane bad guys are infinitely more satisfying as bad guys? And not insane like crazy, but insane in the sense that he thinks his ideas — whatever they are — are completely rational, and he believe that his actions, no matter how heinous, are completely legitimate and justified. It is chilling, and I love it.
If you’re an Ilona Andrews fan, and you haven’t started this series, get to it now! And if you’re a paranormal fan, this book (and series) would probably appeal to you as well.
I further retract any disappointment I had over this series not having the same main characters every book. Cerise and William were a ton of fun, and I really enjoyed the way William was. Because he is a changeling, he processes life a bit differently. He is often ruled by his wild (wolf) side, and this makes him…interesting. Almost more logical, like every emotional situation is a mathematical problem that must be analyzed and solved. I love this kind of character.
Upon reflection, I find that Bayou Moon and On the Edge are both very similar books, but at the same time, they never feel that way. The characters are unique enough, and the situations different enough that both of these books feel like their own story. The characters’ basic qualities are very similar, though. Bayou Moon features a strong-willed heroine, caring for her family and a hero on a mission who finds his mate almost by accident (or fate; whichever you prefer). And it was perfect.
What does pique my interest here, and not necessarily in a good way (though not bad either), is that though the majority of the book was played out in the Edge, the characters end up in the Weird — just like On the Edge. It seems like bit of a formula. I believe I understand why, though. It just gives me pause.
The bad guy is bad. And insane. Have you ever noticed how insane bad guys are infinitely more satisfying as bad guys? And not insane like crazy, but insane in the sense that he thinks his ideas — whatever they are — are completely rational, and he believe that his actions, no matter how heinous, are completely legitimate and justified. It is chilling, and I love it.
If you’re an Ilona Andrews fan, and you haven’t started this series, get to it now! And if you’re a paranormal fan, this book (and series) would probably appeal to you as well.
Okay I'm absolutely enamored with this series. I was obsessed with William from book one. And Cercie is *chef's kiss* the plot is one again incredible and separate from book one. Which I feel like it sometimes the problem with series, the plots kinda resolve themselves and it kinda putters out. But nope! Not with this one.
Oh boy I love William. I love him so much, and yes he's definitely my type. Broody, dark, stoic, and only soft to the girl he likes me boy is that my favorite trope. And Cercie. CERCIE, GIRL. I love that she's just as hard and bad ass as William. And the banter alone just makes it. The sass, the sarcasm, the wit I can say enough good things about it.
Oh and quite possibly my favorite thing. The whole lying thing wasn't used as a major plot point. It was pretty much just "man I wish you would have told me sooner" which honestly thank god. Hey, talking about shit, being honest and understanding works. Who knew?
Oh boy I love William. I love him so much, and yes he's definitely my type. Broody, dark, stoic, and only soft to the girl he likes me boy is that my favorite trope. And Cercie. CERCIE, GIRL. I love that she's just as hard and bad ass as William. And the banter alone just makes it. The sass, the sarcasm, the wit I can say enough good things about it.
Oh and quite possibly my favorite thing. The whole lying thing wasn't used as a major plot point. It was pretty much just "man I wish you would have told me sooner" which honestly thank god. Hey, talking about shit, being honest and understanding works. Who knew?
I liked this second book in the series. One thing I appreciate about Andrews' books is that these are women who don't need saving. They legitimately kick ass. (And sometimes the men are the ones that need it, like in this case!) I also love their descriptions of Georgia nature (you can tell they're really grounded in where they live). Finally, I like that they often acknowledge the realities of what it means to be poor - not something you read about in fantasy all that often. (They do almost overuse this last one, but I don't care.)
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Ganska basic.
Märks att den är en av Ilona Andrews tidigare böcker. Del 3 känns redan bättre.
Märks att den är en av Ilona Andrews tidigare böcker. Del 3 känns redan bättre.
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes