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4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
Succubus Revealed is the 6th and final book of the Georgina Kincaid series by Richelle Mead. While you expect most final books to go out with a bang, this series kind of went out with a fizzle. But on the bright side, there was a happy ending (Who doesn’t love a happy ending!).
While Meads other series aimed at YA, (Vampire Academy) continued to get better and better with each successive book. I felt this series did the opposite...not to say that it was terrible. But I just wish the series had kept the momentum that it started out with.
I would have to say, the biggest letdown of this series is that slowly but surely the small quirks and charms that drew me to this series in the first place, got lost somewhere along the way. The main character Georgina, appeared to get ‘blonder’ with each book, and I found myself asking “How can you not see what’s right in front of you?!”
There were also not enough sex scenes in this particular book...there was only 1 to be precise. Not that I’m a pervert or anything, but I like a good sex scene or two in my books, especially considering the main character is a succubus ...HER JOB IS TO SLEEP WITH MEN FOR CRYING OUT LOUD!! Despite this I could see why there was little sex in this book, considering the main character (Georgina) got soft and fell in love with a mortal... Monogamy ensues...blah blah blah.
The strength of this book however, was how the author managed to wrap up the entire series, and I must admit she did a fantastic job. Mead completely delivered a well thought-out ending that tied up all the loose ends and didn’t leave you with more questions than when you started. The final chapters of this book literally had me on the edge of my seat, praying for a happy ending.
Overall I have to say this was not my favourite book in the series, and books 1-4 were the best; full of adventure, mystery and quick witted one liners from Carter. However it is essential to read the entire series, to appreciate it in its entirety.
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While Meads other series aimed at YA, (Vampire Academy) continued to get better and better with each successive book. I felt this series did the opposite...not to say that it was terrible. But I just wish the series had kept the momentum that it started out with.
I would have to say, the biggest letdown of this series is that slowly but surely the small quirks and charms that drew me to this series in the first place, got lost somewhere along the way. The main character Georgina, appeared to get ‘blonder’ with each book, and I found myself asking “How can you not see what’s right in front of you?!”
There were also not enough sex scenes in this particular book...there was only 1 to be precise. Not that I’m a pervert or anything, but I like a good sex scene or two in my books, especially considering the main character is a succubus ...HER JOB IS TO SLEEP WITH MEN FOR CRYING OUT LOUD!! Despite this I could see why there was little sex in this book, considering the main character (Georgina) got soft and fell in love with a mortal... Monogamy ensues...blah blah blah.
The strength of this book however, was how the author managed to wrap up the entire series, and I must admit she did a fantastic job. Mead completely delivered a well thought-out ending that tied up all the loose ends and didn’t leave you with more questions than when you started. The final chapters of this book literally had me on the edge of my seat, praying for a happy ending.
Overall I have to say this was not my favourite book in the series, and books 1-4 were the best; full of adventure, mystery and quick witted one liners from Carter. However it is essential to read the entire series, to appreciate it in its entirety.
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Apologies for how disjointed this review is, but I just finished it and I'm tired :) This is definitely 4.5 stars, more than 4, and the only reason I docked the half star was because it was fairly predictable. I'm going to put the rest under a cut since a few of my GR friends haven't read it yet.
Spoiler
I'm fairly satisfied with the way the series ended. I definitely knew that Seth was the reincarnation of Georgina's husband from when she was mortal (figured that had to be the case a book or two ago. And I'm definitely not the only one, since I think it was fairly obvious). I'd also like to mention how much I absolutely love Roman (once he got past the whole homicidal maniac thing of course) and Carter. I teared up several times while reading this, but especially when it came to Roman's sacrifice and then Carter's little speech to Georgina. One of my favorite things about this series, as well as Mead's other series, is that the secondary characters are fleshed out, flawed, loveable, and real. They don't feel like they're just background to the main couple, which is the case in a fair amount of the other romance-y type books I've read. Anyway, I know it's super cheesy and maybe a little preachy, but I really do love the whole love conquers all message in the book.
Throughout the entire Georgina Kincaid series Georgie has been fighting for her relationship with Seth, and as Succubus Revealed wraps up the series, it's only right that the entire book is really devoted to Georgina quite literally taking one last stand for them both.
In all honesty, I've never really understood Georgina and Seth together. I mean, Seth is a nice guy and I can definitely see that they have something together. But passion isn't really part of that and so while I've never been anti-Georgina-and-Seth, I haven't always been holding my breath for them to finally have their happily ever after.
For me the strong points about the series are Georgina's friends and her interactions with them -- particularly Carter and Roman. I've always had a soft spot for both of those characters and in my opinion Carter has always been the deepest and most interesting character in the series. So I'm happy to say that despite the story being about Georgina (obviously) we did get our fair share of those two. Although I don't really think it was necessary to essentially kill off Roman -- I thought that was totally uncalled for given the amazing friend he's become over the last several books.
Of course, the other strong point is that it's written by Richelle Mead, who is one of my favorite authors and has a true talent for suspense and surprises. Not that either of these were really present in this particular book unfortunately. The story was pretty straightforward and honestly pretty predictable. Most of us who have read the whole series really should have picked up a long time ago where it was going. I was kind of disappointed that it was just that easy and while there were some surprises in the details, the overall punch line was pretty much as-to-be expected.
But despite a predictable storyline, Mead's writing style drew me in and I was happy to see the series come to a very appropriate ending, even though it might have lacked suspense and passion. Now if only Carter would get his own spin-off series I would be as happy as a clam. :)
In all honesty, I've never really understood Georgina and Seth together. I mean, Seth is a nice guy and I can definitely see that they have something together. But passion isn't really part of that and so while I've never been anti-Georgina-and-Seth, I haven't always been holding my breath for them to finally have their happily ever after.
For me the strong points about the series are Georgina's friends and her interactions with them -- particularly Carter and Roman. I've always had a soft spot for both of those characters and in my opinion Carter has always been the deepest and most interesting character in the series. So I'm happy to say that despite the story being about Georgina (obviously) we did get our fair share of those two. Although I don't really think it was necessary to essentially kill off Roman -- I thought that was totally uncalled for given the amazing friend he's become over the last several books.
Of course, the other strong point is that it's written by Richelle Mead, who is one of my favorite authors and has a true talent for suspense and surprises. Not that either of these were really present in this particular book unfortunately. The story was pretty straightforward and honestly pretty predictable. Most of us who have read the whole series really should have picked up a long time ago where it was going. I was kind of disappointed that it was just that easy and while there were some surprises in the details, the overall punch line was pretty much as-to-be expected.
But despite a predictable storyline, Mead's writing style drew me in and I was happy to see the series come to a very appropriate ending, even though it might have lacked suspense and passion. Now if only Carter would get his own spin-off series I would be as happy as a clam. :)
***WARNING: MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!*** (I've tried to avoid it)
I had mixed feelings about reading 'Succubus Revealed'. I wanted to read it to finish the series, but I've never been much of a Seth fan and it was pretty obvious that Georgina was going to end up with him. Though part of me really wanted to see Georgina with Roman (ok, most of me wanted to see that happen), I'd accepted the fact that for Georgina to be happy, she needed to be with Seth.
It was interesting to see how their story ended though. Despite their reunion in 'Succubus Shadows', it's not all smooth sailing. Some of the twists in the story I was expecting (like who Seth was and why Georgina was being sent to Las Vegas), but Richelle Mead definitely threw in a few unexpected turns.
I loved Roman and Carter. They always manage to make me smile; especially Carter, he's a pretty awesome angel. I loved the few moments when they were together, it showed how much things can change. I never expected to see Roman and Carter almost being friends, Roman's come a long way from 'Succubus Blues'. (Can't say I'm surprised by Carter's friendly display, he's nice to everyone.)
I was disappointed with the ending. I was really hoping, as the last book in the series, that the main stories, characters and loose ends would be tied up. I don't know if Richelle's planning a spin-off series like she did for the Vampire Academy series, I haven't heard if she is, but to leave such an important character's fate left unknown kills me. I really hope we find out what happened to them soon.
4/5 stars
I had mixed feelings about reading 'Succubus Revealed'. I wanted to read it to finish the series, but I've never been much of a Seth fan and it was pretty obvious that Georgina was going to end up with him. Though part of me really wanted to see Georgina with Roman (ok, most of me wanted to see that happen), I'd accepted the fact that for Georgina to be happy, she needed to be with Seth.
It was interesting to see how their story ended though. Despite their reunion in 'Succubus Shadows', it's not all smooth sailing. Some of the twists in the story I was expecting (like who Seth was and why Georgina was being sent to Las Vegas), but Richelle Mead definitely threw in a few unexpected turns.
I loved Roman and Carter. They always manage to make me smile; especially Carter, he's a pretty awesome angel. I loved the few moments when they were together, it showed how much things can change. I never expected to see Roman and Carter almost being friends, Roman's come a long way from 'Succubus Blues'. (Can't say I'm surprised by Carter's friendly display, he's nice to everyone.)
I was disappointed with the ending. I was really hoping, as the last book in the series, that the main stories, characters and loose ends would be tied up. I don't know if Richelle's planning a spin-off series like she did for the Vampire Academy series, I haven't heard if she is, but to leave such an important character's fate left unknown kills me. I really hope we find out what happened to them soon.
4/5 stars
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A wholesome ending for this series!!! I think this is the first time a book makes my cry over a happy situation rather than a sad, devastating one, and I loved it! It was a good series overall, full of sassiness, romance, drama and fun characters that'll make you laugh over everything they say. 4/5.
Tuvo un principio algo lento, pero la lectura toma ritmo antes de la mitad del libro. Me gusto el giro que Richelle le dio a la historia de Georgina.
El final fue muy bueno con un solo detalle que no me agrado. A pesar de eso, muy buen final de serie.
El final fue muy bueno con un solo detalle que no me agrado. A pesar de eso, muy buen final de serie.
Well, I didn't want this series to end, but I was satisfied with the end of it. I laughed and I cried. This was a really good book.
I love Georgina Kincaid. I really liked most of the regular characters in this series and in this book. I don't know about anyone else but I would like to see Carter in another series. I really liked him. I will miss Hugh, Cody and Peter. I feel as though I am leaving friends behind. Maybe Ms Mead will include them in another series. I would like that. Maybe feature one of them. I especially would enjoy a series that would look closer into Carter and see what makes and Angel into a hard drinker and a smoker? Wouldn't that be fun?
Okay, so Georgina is a succubus and yes she has not always been the best that she could be and sometimes she isn't the best at getting peoples souls. When she gets a dream transfer to Las Vegas!! It should be a succubus dream job bit alas it is not. Georgina wants to stay in Seattle with the man that she loves, Seth. Seth is willing to join her but his sister in law is extremely ill and he can't just leave her. What to do, what to do. This is the story of that, I don't do spoilers so I am not going to right now.
Should you read this? Oh yes!! But I would start at the beginning of the series so you can enjoy it all.
I love Georgina Kincaid. I really liked most of the regular characters in this series and in this book. I don't know about anyone else but I would like to see Carter in another series. I really liked him. I will miss Hugh, Cody and Peter. I feel as though I am leaving friends behind. Maybe Ms Mead will include them in another series. I would like that. Maybe feature one of them. I especially would enjoy a series that would look closer into Carter and see what makes and Angel into a hard drinker and a smoker? Wouldn't that be fun?
Okay, so Georgina is a succubus and yes she has not always been the best that she could be and sometimes she isn't the best at getting peoples souls. When she gets a dream transfer to Las Vegas!! It should be a succubus dream job bit alas it is not. Georgina wants to stay in Seattle with the man that she loves, Seth. Seth is willing to join her but his sister in law is extremely ill and he can't just leave her. What to do, what to do. This is the story of that, I don't do spoilers so I am not going to right now.
Should you read this? Oh yes!! But I would start at the beginning of the series so you can enjoy it all.
I don't know if it is because this is the last book or I've finally gotten into the characters or if the author has improved, but I laughed so much in this book. The side characters just stole my heart.
On the flip side, I also teared up.
It is dramatic and emotional and I don't agree with all that happened :(
Carter totally stole my heart... and Cody... and Roman... and Seth... and even Georgina got better (a little).
Even though I'll probably never re-read this series, I am glad I read it :)
On the flip side, I also teared up.
It is dramatic and emotional and I don't agree with all that happened :(
Carter totally stole my heart... and Cody... and Roman... and Seth... and even Georgina got better (a little).
Even though I'll probably never re-read this series, I am glad I read it :)
WHAT AN ENDING! It's okay, no spoilers :)
This was a wonderfully, beautifully, perfect end to this series. It had everything that I've come to love from the Succubus series: a mystery, witty dialogue, my favourite characters and sex, of course. Things drew to a brilliant close that was dramatically fitting for a series of books that have kept me so thoroughly hooked throughout. Something huge is discovered that would be insane when told by some authors but is cataclysmically awesome when handled by [a:Richelle Mead|137902|Richelle Mead|http://photo.goodreads.com/authors/1270374609p2/137902.jpg].
Don't you just love it when you arrive at the final installment in a series and there's this great big pulling together of all events and happenings of the previous books? When everything ties together and it becomes apparent that small matters all counted towards the bigger picture and the author knew how it would all come together and explode into an extraordinary climax from the very start. Like, if you read my updates you will see where I mentioned the lengthy dreams in book 5. I thought it was a case of the author finding something to fill the time because her series was running out of juice - oh, apparently not.
Lots of mysteries get solved and questions get answered, all remarkably told in [a:Richelle Mead|137902|Richelle Mead|http://photo.goodreads.com/authors/1270374609p2/137902.jpg]'s quirky and addictive style. And if you felt that you were losing faith in some of the characters you'd previously loved at the end of the last book, then don't worry, [b:Succubus Revealed|7802254|Succubus Revealed (Georgina Kincaid, #6)|Richelle Mead|http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51GEbdqLY-L._SL75_.jpg|10788641] restored all my old feelings for Georgie, Seth and their quirky mortal and immortal friends. Personally, I felt that this book could not have been better, it's my favourite of an extremely enjoyable series.
And the conclusion is both happy and sad... bittersweet I think is most appropriate. I will miss these novels very much.