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hnbb's review
3.0
It started out slow for me. I felt as if I had been thrown into a story that had already been told and I was missing some vital pieces. I was expecting something different or I think that would not have been the case. However, the characters were strong and the premise intriguing. The main character, Iris, is kind but is not afraid to act as she wants. Falcon is a sweet guy and their budding relationship is a nice addition to the story line. It was not a long book. The great news is that there are 2 more books in the Society of Feathers series to help unravel the mystery and answer any remaining questions. The third book has yet to be released.
drucila616's review
5.0
I recently read Owlet after it was given to me in exchange for an honest review.
I was skeptical at first because although it seemed like my kind of book I wasn’t really sure because the description doesn’t really give you that much to go on.
I was pleasantly surprised. I was honestly hooked from when I started reading it. It’s a short book and a quick read. I read it over 2 nights and found myself pushing to stay up to read a little more. Some of the details of the story are a bit confusing (mainly about the other world I’ll call it) and I’m thinking I want to reread the book now that I’ve finished and it maybe more clear. It’s something that happens in any story where there are two worlds overlapping. You need to get used to the terminology.
I don’t want to go into details about this story because I don’t want to give anything away… The author does a great job of bringing you into her story and characters especially given the quickness of this read. I found myself getting annoyed/upset along with the characters a few times. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
I was skeptical at first because although it seemed like my kind of book I wasn’t really sure because the description doesn’t really give you that much to go on.
I was pleasantly surprised. I was honestly hooked from when I started reading it. It’s a short book and a quick read. I read it over 2 nights and found myself pushing to stay up to read a little more. Some of the details of the story are a bit confusing (mainly about the other world I’ll call it) and I’m thinking I want to reread the book now that I’ve finished and it maybe more clear. It’s something that happens in any story where there are two worlds overlapping. You need to get used to the terminology.
I don’t want to go into details about this story because I don’t want to give anything away… The author does a great job of bringing you into her story and characters especially given the quickness of this read. I found myself getting annoyed/upset along with the characters a few times. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
tartbarbie's review
4.0
I received Owlet in return for an honest review as part of the book tour. Iris has dreamed about the island it’s her never never but she never dreamed it really existed. When out of the blue her father tells her that he’s sending her with Diana to an island Iris wonders if it’s her island. Iris doesn’t remember her mom she assumed that she died during childbirth but after arriving at the island her mother’s home she learns that she spent many years with her mother but doesn’t remember them.
It’s at the island that she meets Falcon and the past starts coming to her in the form of dreams. She also learns that there is more going on than she knew and everything she thought she knew was a lie. Iris shares a connection with Falcon and when he risks his life to save her things start to come to the surface. Iris’s life is in danger when they realize she exists will they be too late to save her?
I really liked Iris (Izzy) she’s an interesting character with a good heart. I felt sorry for her knowing that she’s spent her whole life living a lie but she handles it overall well. I wasn’t sure about the instant chemistry between Iris and Falcon but as their past starts to unfold it works.
I’ve had this book on my TBR forever and when the chance to be part of the tour came up I jumped at the chance. A fast paced paranormal romance that keeps the read on the edge of their seat till the very end. The characters are great I was able to connect with Iris she stole a little piece of my heart. I think the author did a great job creating an interesting story. I enjoyed the book my only complaint was that the novel felt a little rushed. So much happened so quickly I felt a little lost but as the book played out it all made sense. I look forward to checking out the rest of the series.
vickimarie2002's review
4.0
It took me a little while to get into this book. The writing is a little choppy and I felt like Iris most of the time, as I was having a hard time finding out what was going on. It really started to get good in the end and then of course, it was done. I really would like to read the next book so I can find out more. I am hooked now.
I did like the characters close to Iris. I felt like I really was getting a good idea of who they were and I would like to know more about them also.
This is a different kind of read compared to many other books that seem to be doing the "end of world" theme or the supernatural (vampires, werewolves, fairies) and I really enjoyed it. The whole bird theme is genius!
I did like the characters close to Iris. I felt like I really was getting a good idea of who they were and I would like to know more about them also.
This is a different kind of read compared to many other books that seem to be doing the "end of world" theme or the supernatural (vampires, werewolves, fairies) and I really enjoyed it. The whole bird theme is genius!
nizharu's review
Boring, everything about this book is boring, the mythos?, boring, the characters? perfect and boring, the setting? boring.
Boring, boring, boring shit.
booksenvogue's review
4.0
This is a story of discovery. Iris is an ashmatic with amnesia living in a bubble world. Her father and caretaker are all she knows and they protect her from EVERYTHING, including her past. When her father takes a risk and decides a remote island is better protection for her condition, her sheltered life is shattered, the truth is revealed, and Iris discovers not only a new world but also herself.
I found this story wondrous, poetic, and romantic. I often analyze possible influences when reading fantasy and mythology.I could not pinpoint much because this was highly original. "We are just normal people only our souls are a little bit different." (that's eerie and yet fascinating.) I especially loved the symbolism. Such as the apple's introduction was the foreshadowing of Iris' knowledge. I also loved the many fowls referenced. I found myself googling the names to see pictures. It was especially cute when the bird species were used as terms of edurement. I loved it when they talked birdie to me!
This was written in third person.The pace of the story was abit stop and go. It was a quick read yet it lagged on the conversations, where the author took the liberty of explaining the hidden world of the Society of Feathers. I though the history lesson world building could have been distributed a little more even. There were also poems and songs that I adored. I wish I knew the tunes to them as well.
When the romance angle appeared, I found myself groaning, "not another psycho heart-throb". Surprisingly, it didn't play out like any other book I've read. Falcon, yep that's his name (cool isn't it), wasn't some bad boy or evil menace. I really liked Iris' character. It's rare that I've read a novel where the heroine wasn't perfect. It was refreshing that Iris had a normal medical condition. Iris' asthma made her appear delicate.
One thing I didn't understand was how Iris could be so forgiving when everyone was lying and keeping information from her.I felt bad for her. Everyone has lied to her her whole life and her ailment doesn't make it easy for her to show extreme emotion.
I would be interested in continuing this series out of curiosity. This novel was just the beginning and it ended with Iris' fate still unknown.
My Rating: 3.5 hearts
*Thanks so much to the author and publishers for entrusting me with an honest review.
I found this story wondrous, poetic, and romantic. I often analyze possible influences when reading fantasy and mythology.I could not pinpoint much because this was highly original. "We are just normal people only our souls are a little bit different." (that's eerie and yet fascinating.) I especially loved the symbolism. Such as the apple's introduction was the foreshadowing of Iris' knowledge. I also loved the many fowls referenced. I found myself googling the names to see pictures. It was especially cute when the bird species were used as terms of edurement. I loved it when they talked birdie to me!
This was written in third person.The pace of the story was abit stop and go. It was a quick read yet it lagged on the conversations, where the author took the liberty of explaining the hidden world of the Society of Feathers. I though the history lesson world building could have been distributed a little more even. There were also poems and songs that I adored. I wish I knew the tunes to them as well.
When the romance angle appeared, I found myself groaning, "not another psycho heart-throb". Surprisingly, it didn't play out like any other book I've read. Falcon, yep that's his name (cool isn't it), wasn't some bad boy or evil menace. I really liked Iris' character. It's rare that I've read a novel where the heroine wasn't perfect. It was refreshing that Iris had a normal medical condition. Iris' asthma made her appear delicate.
One thing I didn't understand was how Iris could be so forgiving when everyone was lying and keeping information from her.I felt bad for her. Everyone has lied to her her whole life and her ailment doesn't make it easy for her to show extreme emotion.
I would be interested in continuing this series out of curiosity. This novel was just the beginning and it ended with Iris' fate still unknown.
My Rating: 3.5 hearts
*Thanks so much to the author and publishers for entrusting me with an honest review.
srq_book_lover's review
3.0
I was given a free copy of this book for an honest opinion in return.
Honestly? I was confused and left in a state of bewilderment. It had so much different information and so many characters to take in all at once that I had to keep going back and forth in chapters to try to remember who was who.
Iris is a young asthmatic who doesnt remember much of her past. Her nights are filled with dreams that start to feel real.
There are lies, deceit and trickery as well as her finding out so much more about her life than she had ever dreamed possible. By the end of the book, I was just really happy that it was a short read.
Honestly? I was confused and left in a state of bewilderment. It had so much different information and so many characters to take in all at once that I had to keep going back and forth in chapters to try to remember who was who.
Iris is a young asthmatic who doesnt remember much of her past. Her nights are filled with dreams that start to feel real.
There are lies, deceit and trickery as well as her finding out so much more about her life than she had ever dreamed possible. By the end of the book, I was just really happy that it was a short read.
katieb94's review
3.0
Slow start but interesting premise!
To be honest I was sold on this book because I thought it was about owls. I was half right. It's very different to the usual YA and I would definitely recommend it.
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To be honest I was sold on this book because I thought it was about owls. I was half right. It's very different to the usual YA and I would definitely recommend it.
For a full review, visit my blog.
The link is in my bio.