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sleepingsilver's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
rmoon28's review
5.0
4.5 stars
I really felt for Ari in this book, so much happened to her. I was in almost in tears because of the pain Ari was in. The author kept her busy, there was just one thing after the other, it was a thrilling read. I'm excited to see where the story goes!
I really felt for Ari in this book, so much happened to her. I was in almost in tears because of the pain Ari was in. The author kept her busy, there was just one thing after the other, it was a thrilling read. I'm excited to see where the story goes!
lucy_qhuay's review
5.0
OMG! +.+
Jai Bitar, you sexy beast!
I missed you so! +.+
Merged review:
The Gleaming King’s hybrid son, a sorcerer called Dalí, is hunting Ari, which means one more enemy to the poor Princess Jinn.
At the same time, she is struggling with her feelings for Jai and Charlie.
Ari comes to the conlusion that her time with Charlie has long passed and that she was in love with the person that he used to be. Now, he is not the same person anymore and neither is she. Her life has changed incredibly and now Jai is by her side and she loves him.
Jai loves her too but as he doesn't want to compromise his reputation with his father, he shows her only coldness and indifference.
Also, The White King keep trying to crush her, this time killing Derek, her human father.
Ari meets Jai’s family and starts to understand better why he is the way he is, while he keeps denying his feelings because, even though he was treated like crap, he still wants his father approval and respect.
Then something big happens and Jai figures out that he was an idiot and that he doesn't want to lose Ari, who cares the way his father never cared.
This book is as awesome as the first one!:D
You still feel that deep aching sadness because of everything that Ari lost and the fact that she keeps being rejected by everyone. She doesn’t even know who is telling her the truth and who is lying.
I was a bit pissed with Jai because he kept hurting Ari, rejecting her, even though he clearly loves her, just because his son of a bitch of a father who doesn’t even love him. But whatever, guys are like that I’m glad he saw the light! They are finally together. Hooray! :D
I really love Trey, Jai's best friend! He rocks! :D
Now, I am dying to know who the hell Ms Maggie is. Could it be Sala, Ari's mother?
Jai Bitar, you sexy beast!
I missed you so! +.+
Merged review:
The Gleaming King’s hybrid son, a sorcerer called Dalí, is hunting Ari, which means one more enemy to the poor Princess Jinn.
At the same time, she is struggling with her feelings for Jai and Charlie.
Ari comes to the conlusion that her time with Charlie has long passed and that she was in love with the person that he used to be. Now, he is not the same person anymore and neither is she. Her life has changed incredibly and now Jai is by her side and she loves him.
Jai loves her too but as he doesn't want to compromise his reputation with his father, he shows her only coldness and indifference.
Also, The White King keep trying to crush her, this time killing Derek, her human father.
Ari meets Jai’s family and starts to understand better why he is the way he is, while he keeps denying his feelings because, even though he was treated like crap, he still wants his father approval and respect.
Then something big happens and Jai figures out that he was an idiot and that he doesn't want to lose Ari, who cares the way his father never cared.
This book is as awesome as the first one!:D
You still feel that deep aching sadness because of everything that Ari lost and the fact that she keeps being rejected by everyone. She doesn’t even know who is telling her the truth and who is lying.
I was a bit pissed with Jai because he kept hurting Ari, rejecting her, even though he clearly loves her, just because his son of a bitch of a father who doesn’t even love him. But whatever, guys are like that I’m glad he saw the light! They are finally together. Hooray! :D
I really love Trey, Jai's best friend! He rocks! :D
Now, I am dying to know who the hell Ms Maggie is. Could it be Sala, Ari's mother?
vikcs's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
jlove731's review
5.0
Just wow. The uniqueness, realness, and thrills that Samantha brings to this series always seem to blow me away. I adored this installment from beginning to end!
*Spoilers for Smokeless Fire below*
We start off right where we left off in Smokeless Fire. Ever since coming back from the hospital, Ari's dad is different and still very much reserved. Charlie is now a scorcer and trying to get Ari's attention. And Jai is still her body guard... and only that. When someone close to Ari is killed, the trio soon figures out that Ari is being hunted by a dark sorcerer. Everything Ari has ever known changes so quickly, and she is thrown into the Jinn world even more now. But, Ari isn't weak. And it's time she turned the tables and hunt those who are trying to destroy her.
Goodness, I heart this series so much. Taking an adventure with a concept that is new to you is always so engaging and enchanting. With Scorched Skies, you're taken even more into the lore of Jinn that you may or may not know much about. And I love how Samantha kept switching view points. Sometimes from Ari, sometimes from Charlie, sometimes from Jai, and sometimes from other characters! And, even if it doesn't say "Jai", she does it in a way where you instantly know what characters eyes we're looking from and I loved it.
As always, I fell in love with our characters all over again. I'm so proud of Ari in Scorched Skies. The way that she takes control, is so strong, yet can still break down when she needs to. I even adored the way she handled the boy situation. Speaking of... Charlie is still that misguided, broken boy that I wanted to save. In Scorched Skies, we finally see the change that we always wanted in his feelings towards Ari. And I love Charlie, I really do... even If his priorities are sometimes not in the right place. There's just something about him, unf! On the other side is, Jai. Sexy protector that I adore! I absolutely loved that Samantha showed us his world in this book. Especially Trey! Oh my goodness I LOVED him! Send me a Trey ASAP! But back to Jai, each book you can just feel his love for Ari and you want to hit him for holding it back. Because, as much as I love Charlie, Jai is the one for Ari. He's the one who will love her completely and be there to protect her. You can't help but fall for him.
Overall, I was SO completely and totally happy with book two in the Fire Spirits series. And, I thought the ending was perfect! It was so satisfying, yet still thrilling and leaving you wanting the next one! One of the things I love is that Samantha doesn't wait until the final book to give you everything you're hoping for. And who knows what she'll have to offer in her upcoming books, but I know I'll be getting them as soon as they release!
*Spoilers for Smokeless Fire below*
We start off right where we left off in Smokeless Fire. Ever since coming back from the hospital, Ari's dad is different and still very much reserved. Charlie is now a scorcer and trying to get Ari's attention. And Jai is still her body guard... and only that. When someone close to Ari is killed, the trio soon figures out that Ari is being hunted by a dark sorcerer. Everything Ari has ever known changes so quickly, and she is thrown into the Jinn world even more now. But, Ari isn't weak. And it's time she turned the tables and hunt those who are trying to destroy her.
Goodness, I heart this series so much. Taking an adventure with a concept that is new to you is always so engaging and enchanting. With Scorched Skies, you're taken even more into the lore of Jinn that you may or may not know much about. And I love how Samantha kept switching view points. Sometimes from Ari, sometimes from Charlie, sometimes from Jai, and sometimes from other characters! And, even if it doesn't say "Jai", she does it in a way where you instantly know what characters eyes we're looking from and I loved it.
As always, I fell in love with our characters all over again. I'm so proud of Ari in Scorched Skies. The way that she takes control, is so strong, yet can still break down when she needs to. I even adored the way she handled the boy situation. Speaking of... Charlie is still that misguided, broken boy that I wanted to save. In Scorched Skies, we finally see the change that we always wanted in his feelings towards Ari. And I love Charlie, I really do... even If his priorities are sometimes not in the right place. There's just something about him, unf! On the other side is, Jai. Sexy protector that I adore! I absolutely loved that Samantha showed us his world in this book. Especially Trey! Oh my goodness I LOVED him! Send me a Trey ASAP! But back to Jai, each book you can just feel his love for Ari and you want to hit him for holding it back. Because, as much as I love Charlie, Jai is the one for Ari. He's the one who will love her completely and be there to protect her. You can't help but fall for him.
Overall, I was SO completely and totally happy with book two in the Fire Spirits series. And, I thought the ending was perfect! It was so satisfying, yet still thrilling and leaving you wanting the next one! One of the things I love is that Samantha doesn't wait until the final book to give you everything you're hoping for. And who knows what she'll have to offer in her upcoming books, but I know I'll be getting them as soon as they release!
jaywithwhiskey's review
5.0
Original 2011 rating was 5 but I feel like it is 4 in 2024 reading tastes for me.
I'm still really enjoying this series but mainly for the drama and never-ending love triangle of it all. Charlie is getting quite annoying to read about because he's so selfishly obsessed with his one goal although I know this is the point of what the issue is with him. I'm loving the drama that takes place at Jai's family home but weird that everyone acts this way towards a client. I keep finding myself torn between loving that some things are conveniently done in the plot to service the love story and not believing why these things are happening.
I'm still really enjoying this series but mainly for the drama and never-ending love triangle of it all. Charlie is getting quite annoying to read about because he's so selfishly obsessed with his one goal although I know this is the point of what the issue is with him. I'm loving the drama that takes place at Jai's family home but weird that everyone acts this way towards a client. I keep finding myself torn between loving that some things are conveniently done in the plot to service the love story and not believing why these things are happening.
bookishanjali's review
3.0
3.5 Stars
Okay so I read this one back in December and realized I hadn't done a review for it, so here is a quick review of a few things I liked and disliked in the second book.
I didn't like this one as much as the first one but I did love all the action and getting to know some of the characters on a more deeper level along with learning more about the world in which the Jinn lived in. My favorite character is still Jai we learn so much more about this swoon worthy guy and why he struggles with his feeling for Ari. Also we get to meet his friend Trey who so far is an all around good guy and pushes Jai to see how good Ari is for him.
What I didn't care for in this book much was Ari, well okay I liked her as far as getting what needs to be done when it came to the action/adventure part of the book but she got on my nerves in the romance department her character still has a lot of developing to do that's all I have to say about that.
Overall still found this to be a quick read and will soon be picking up the third book once I put a little more dent in my tbr pile.
Okay so I read this one back in December and realized I hadn't done a review for it, so here is a quick review of a few things I liked and disliked in the second book.
I didn't like this one as much as the first one but I did love all the action and getting to know some of the characters on a more deeper level along with learning more about the world in which the Jinn lived in. My favorite character is still Jai we learn so much more about this swoon worthy guy and why he struggles with his feeling for Ari. Also we get to meet his friend Trey who so far is an all around good guy and pushes Jai to see how good Ari is for him.
What I didn't care for in this book much was Ari, well okay I liked her as far as getting what needs to be done when it came to the action/adventure part of the book but she got on my nerves in the romance department her character still has a lot of developing to do that's all I have to say about that.
Overall still found this to be a quick read and will soon be picking up the third book once I put a little more dent in my tbr pile.