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bookjunkie57's review against another edition
4.0
Two Weeks Notice
Revivalist, Book 3
I Picked Up This Book Because: Continue the series.
Media Type: Audiobook
Source: Hoopla via HC Public Library
Dates Read: 4/4/24 - 4/5/24
Stars: 4 Stars
Narrator(s): Julia Whelan
The Characters:
Brynn:
Patrick “Pat”:
Joe,
The Story:
I love that I was able to pick right back up with this story even though I read the first book almost ten years ago. This is a complicated plot with many layers. Some of the details reminded me of an episode of the TV show Leverage.
Revivalist, Book 3
I Picked Up This Book Because: Continue the series.
Media Type: Audiobook
Source: Hoopla via HC Public Library
Dates Read: 4/4/24 - 4/5/24
Stars: 4 Stars
Narrator(s): Julia Whelan
The Characters:
Brynn:
Patrick “Pat”:
Joe,
The Story:
I love that I was able to pick right back up with this story even though I read the first book almost ten years ago. This is a complicated plot with many layers. Some of the details reminded me of an episode of the TV show Leverage.
whatsmacksaid's review
DNF on page 47 due to boredom and a general irritation/sadness that what is essentially a medical condition is billed as an addiction. That, and the main character responds poorly to a domestic abuse/murder-suicide event--Bryn acts as a therapist when she clearly doesn't have the training or temperament for it, and becomes angry with a woman whose husband killed her, their children, and then himself because she... I'm not even sure. Because she didn't tell her husband that she was technically dead in a manner that would keep him from reacting badly to the news? That's some serious victim blaming, and was presented with no self-reflection on Bryn's part (e.g. maybe she should have listened to the woman's concerns before insisting she tell her husband she's dead!).
laurenjodi's review
4.0
Two Weeks' Notice
4 Stars
It’s business as usual for Bryn Davis at the funeral home until the FBI pull her in with a “request”, and she finds herself immeshed in a new conspiracy fighting against a lethal foe with ties that are a little too close to home.
A good continuation to the series but fair warning The Revivalists is not for the faint of heart or the weak of stomach. The tone is dark and gritty, and the descriptions are quite gory and gruesome, particularly toward the end.
The plot starts out a little slow as Bryn copes with the aftermath of events from Working Stiff but the action heats up quickly and Bryn is soon dodging bullets, surviving explosions and escaping deranged interrogators at government facilities. There are also developments in her personal life as she and Patrick grow closer both emotionally and physically.
The secondary characters are engaging, especially Patrick’s right hand, Joe Fidelli, and his left, the Alfred-like Liam. The villain is seriously disturbed, which says a lot since the sickos from book #1 were bad enough, and there is a wicked little twist associated with the character as well.
The third and final book is already out and it will be interesting to see how Bryn handles the changes wrought in this installment.
4 Stars
It’s business as usual for Bryn Davis at the funeral home until the FBI pull her in with a “request”, and she finds herself immeshed in a new conspiracy fighting against a lethal foe with ties that are a little too close to home.
A good continuation to the series but fair warning The Revivalists is not for the faint of heart or the weak of stomach. The tone is dark and gritty, and the descriptions are quite gory and gruesome, particularly toward the end.
The plot starts out a little slow as Bryn copes with the aftermath of events from Working Stiff but the action heats up quickly and Bryn is soon dodging bullets, surviving explosions and escaping deranged interrogators at government facilities. There are also developments in her personal life as she and Patrick grow closer both emotionally and physically.
The secondary characters are engaging, especially Patrick’s right hand, Joe Fidelli, and his left, the Alfred-like Liam. The villain is seriously disturbed, which says a lot since the sickos from book #1 were bad enough, and there is a wicked little twist associated with the character as well.
The third and final book is already out and it will be interesting to see how Bryn handles the changes wrought in this installment.
val_booksandtea's review against another edition
4.0
The plot thickens, Bryn's sister is now involved with the Returne drug, she has complicated feelings for her investigation partner, and the lies and deceit run deep in everyone around her. There are clearly very evil things going on. but can she survive long enough to unmask those involved, when they are the ones who are also keeping her alive? Power moves and political plays are at large, and everyone with money wants to be involved. Who's really in control, and are their motives pure? Only Bryn can find out. And the more she knows, the greater she is at risk.
thegeekyblogger's review
4.0
Listened/Read for Fun (Audible/Paperback)
Tracking Books Read Review (Short)
Overall Rating: 4.25
Story Rating: 4.00
Character Rating: 4.50
Audio Rating: 4.00 (not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished: OH MY Two Week's Notice was such a good listen! I am so glad I had Terminated ready to go when I finished.
Overall Thoughts: I have pretty much devoured this series back to back. Two Weeks Notice did exactly what the middle book in a trilogy should do: advance the story. We got more action, romance, back story, and emotion. Middle books should always be the "meat" of the trilogy and this one delivered. Bryn (the leading lady) is probably one of my favorite characters in Urban Fantasy. She is kick ass but mostly she is just dealing with the hand that she has been dealt. I tend to admire the leading ladies that are "human" about their circumstances. The rest of the cast of characters are great too. My favorite thing about Rachel Caine is she writes characters that I care about and want to root for! The Revivalist series though is probably my favorite!
Audio Thoughts:
Julia does a fantastic job with Bryn and the rest of the characters in this series. Her pacing and rhythm are very well done. She also has one of those voices that you can listen to on higher speeds and it doesn't distort at all. Overall very well done.
Final Thoughts: I love this series!
Tracking Books Read Review (Short)
Overall Rating: 4.25
Story Rating: 4.00
Character Rating: 4.50
Audio Rating: 4.00 (not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished: OH MY Two Week's Notice was such a good listen! I am so glad I had Terminated ready to go when I finished.
Overall Thoughts: I have pretty much devoured this series back to back. Two Weeks Notice did exactly what the middle book in a trilogy should do: advance the story. We got more action, romance, back story, and emotion. Middle books should always be the "meat" of the trilogy and this one delivered. Bryn (the leading lady) is probably one of my favorite characters in Urban Fantasy. She is kick ass but mostly she is just dealing with the hand that she has been dealt. I tend to admire the leading ladies that are "human" about their circumstances. The rest of the cast of characters are great too. My favorite thing about Rachel Caine is she writes characters that I care about and want to root for! The Revivalist series though is probably my favorite!
Audio Thoughts:
Narrated By Julia Whelan /Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins
Julia does a fantastic job with Bryn and the rest of the characters in this series. Her pacing and rhythm are very well done. She also has one of those voices that you can listen to on higher speeds and it doesn't distort at all. Overall very well done.
Final Thoughts: I love this series!
lizzy_22's review
4.0
Two Weeks' Notice was an excellent follow up to the first novel in Caine's Revivalist series which introduced us to our ex-military heroine Bryn and her battle to live her 'life' after being murdered and revived with an experimental reanimation drug. Rachel Caine does no wrong here as we see Bryn plunged into another shadowy conspiracy that threatens to end her existence and the other unfortunate employees of the now defunct Pharmadene.
This was an exciting and at times gruesome ride and I love that Bryn is not the type of girl to allow herself to go down without a fight or sink into self pity and despair! What I thought would be a one note premise has definitely gone in a very interesting direction at the end of this installment and what happens next as Bryn struggles to figure out the new paradigm of her existence will prove to be a very exciting read!!
This was an exciting and at times gruesome ride and I love that Bryn is not the type of girl to allow herself to go down without a fight or sink into self pity and despair! What I thought would be a one note premise has definitely gone in a very interesting direction at the end of this installment and what happens next as Bryn struggles to figure out the new paradigm of her existence will prove to be a very exciting read!!
andimontgomery's review
4.0
This was much better than the first - I literally couldn't put it down through the last third! Bryn is more likable, capable, admirable in this one. She's a badass zombie who can and will do anything to protect others. This is a clever series, and I can't wait to read the conclusion!
sammymus's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
chllybrd's review
5.0
TWO WEEKS NOTICE was just as good if not better then WORKING STIFF. Bryn seems to be settling into her new life as best as she can. Bryn has her friends working to keep her non dependent on the government to stay alive but not all the Returne addicts are that lucky and now they are disappearing. The government contacts Bryn to help them once again and she has no choice but to go with it.
Most people don't have to dodge assassin at every turn but Bryn isn't your normal everyday gal. She has been through a lot and continues to get knocked down but she keeps getting up. I didn't think Bryn and Patrick were that much alike in the beginning of book 1 but they really do complement each other and I like seeing them together and watching their relationship progress. Joe is awesome, He is hilarious, loyal and always there to lend a hand. I really enjoy most of the characters in the Revivalist series, some a lot more then others but they all bring something extra to the table. There was a lot going on in TWO WEEKS NOTICE and a lot is revealed. Everything seems to be stepped up a notch. Emotions are high and situations are intense. Plenty of action and suspense.
The ending? WOW I was on the edge of my seat screaming at the characters and wondering how the heck I didn't see that coming. The newest situation that Bryn finds herself in at the end is definately another game changer that I'm not going to miss reading about it in book 3.
Most people don't have to dodge assassin at every turn but Bryn isn't your normal everyday gal. She has been through a lot and continues to get knocked down but she keeps getting up. I didn't think Bryn and Patrick were that much alike in the beginning of book 1 but they really do complement each other and I like seeing them together and watching their relationship progress. Joe is awesome, He is hilarious, loyal and always there to lend a hand. I really enjoy most of the characters in the Revivalist series, some a lot more then others but they all bring something extra to the table. There was a lot going on in TWO WEEKS NOTICE and a lot is revealed. Everything seems to be stepped up a notch. Emotions are high and situations are intense. Plenty of action and suspense.
The ending? WOW I was on the edge of my seat screaming at the characters and wondering how the heck I didn't see that coming. The newest situation that Bryn finds herself in at the end is definately another game changer that I'm not going to miss reading about it in book 3.
felinity's review
2.0
This series is still not grabbing me, and I don't like the darker, downward path this book has taken. I think I'm cutting it loose now. If it weren't for the writing style, I'd never guess this was the writer of Outcast/Weather Wardens: they pulled me into the story with characters I cared about, and this seems to be filled with flat or stereotypical people. I don't even feel any particular connection with Bryn. So I'm done with the Revivalist series.