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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
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I’ve been on a YA kick lately, I like the genre, and so picking up Hidden Wings, I was excited. Angels aren’t at the top of my paranormal creatures list, like dragons and fae, and sirens are, but Cameo Renee is going to change that. This book kicked some serious literary butt. We’re brought into the world pretty quickly, and we just need to roll with it, because this book has great pacing, and a smooth style that works with the high level of action that we’re given. Emma is a great character, she’s a teen who’s thrown into a whole new world, and she acts like it. Something that drives me crazy in YA is when characters don’t act normal. They don’t experience things the same way as real teenager would, but I felt like Emma really struggled like a normal teenager would dealing with the loss of her parents, new family, new state and a whole new world. I thought the introduction of the angelic elements, and villains was well done, it was placed at good moments in order to interest us, but not overwhelm us. I’m not really a big fan of instant love connections, but in this book, I’m glad it’s more described, and has a nice historical backing to it. Overall, I devoured this book. I picked it up, flew through it, loved it, and wanted to scream at the ending. Luckily, I have the rest of the series to fly through as well, so I didn’t have to wait, but this book was good. It introduced us to the world, to a possible love interest, to a whole new world, a new family, and a major danger. Emma goes through a nice change in this novel, really blooming into her new self and experiencing the angelic powers in a way, even though she’s still a year away from fully coming into hers. The evil in this book is also well written, I like what we deal with the Darklings, and how evil they are, and then we get to know the Fallen, who have a story all their own. Are they completely evil? I’ll let you read and see what you think, but I thought the author did an outstanding job creating a variety of characters with a host of different traits and really kept her background people from being one dimensional which tends to happen in YA once the heroine and her love interest are introduced, but I love the whole cast of Guardians, they each have a personality, some are snarky, some are funny, and they are all loyal. Kade is obviously the standout, as the main love interest, he’s sweet, funny, smart, and completely interested in Emma, but he can also kick major ass, and take some darkling names, and that in itself was interesting. I did like how Emma developed, and started to stand on her own two feet, and not be so afraid by the end of the book. I would highly recommend this book. I know there’s a lot of Cassandra Clare angel hype going on right now, but I promise you, if you’re a fan of angels and you miss out on this series, you should kick yourself, or call me, and I’ll kick you. It’s phenomenal, and I’m already flying through the next book in the series! Pick up this book, do it! :)
**I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
I’ve been on a YA kick lately, I like the genre, and so picking up Hidden Wings, I was excited. Angels aren’t at the top of my paranormal creatures list, like dragons and fae, and sirens are, but Cameo Renee is going to change that. This book kicked some serious literary butt. We’re brought into the world pretty quickly, and we just need to roll with it, because this book has great pacing, and a smooth style that works with the high level of action that we’re given. Emma is a great character, she’s a teen who’s thrown into a whole new world, and she acts like it. Something that drives me crazy in YA is when characters don’t act normal. They don’t experience things the same way as real teenager would, but I felt like Emma really struggled like a normal teenager would dealing with the loss of her parents, new family, new state and a whole new world. I thought the introduction of the angelic elements, and villains was well done, it was placed at good moments in order to interest us, but not overwhelm us. I’m not really a big fan of instant love connections, but in this book, I’m glad it’s more described, and has a nice historical backing to it. Overall, I devoured this book. I picked it up, flew through it, loved it, and wanted to scream at the ending. Luckily, I have the rest of the series to fly through as well, so I didn’t have to wait, but this book was good. It introduced us to the world, to a possible love interest, to a whole new world, a new family, and a major danger. Emma goes through a nice change in this novel, really blooming into her new self and experiencing the angelic powers in a way, even though she’s still a year away from fully coming into hers. The evil in this book is also well written, I like what we deal with the Darklings, and how evil they are, and then we get to know the Fallen, who have a story all their own. Are they completely evil? I’ll let you read and see what you think, but I thought the author did an outstanding job creating a variety of characters with a host of different traits and really kept her background people from being one dimensional which tends to happen in YA once the heroine and her love interest are introduced, but I love the whole cast of Guardians, they each have a personality, some are snarky, some are funny, and they are all loyal. Kade is obviously the standout, as the main love interest, he’s sweet, funny, smart, and completely interested in Emma, but he can also kick major ass, and take some darkling names, and that in itself was interesting. I did like how Emma developed, and started to stand on her own two feet, and not be so afraid by the end of the book. I would highly recommend this book. I know there’s a lot of Cassandra Clare angel hype going on right now, but I promise you, if you’re a fan of angels and you miss out on this series, you should kick yourself, or call me, and I’ll kick you. It’s phenomenal, and I’m already flying through the next book in the series! Pick up this book, do it! :)
**I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
the story is great and very captivating.
it does keep feeling rushed to me thoug.
it does keep feeling rushed to me thoug.
NO! That is what I actually cried, out loud, at 3 am when I finished this book. Cameo, Cameo, Cameo! How could you do this to me?
I was so excited to be invited to read Cameo Renae's new book, Hidden Wings.I loved her debut book, In My Dreams. When you write an excellent book your first time out, it can be difficult to follow it up. Hidden Wings surpassed In My Dreams. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. I am in awe of Cameo Renae's talent.
Emma is 17. She wakes up in the hospital to find her entire world turned upside down. Both of her parents died in the accident that put her in the hospital, custody has been granted to an aunt she did not know existed, she is moving to Alaska (a good thing but I am biased about that) and leaving behind, in California, her two best friends. Escorts come to get her for the trip to Ak and she is attacked by Darklings, creatures she did know existed, in the SeaTac airport. Then she finds out they have been sent to kill her. Talk about a bad day! That is just the beginning. There is so much action packed into this book that I found myself having to take small breaks just to breathe! There is also a bit of romance in this awesome fantasy. The cliffhanger will absolutely leave you wanting more.
Cameo has done a terrific job with her writing. You get to know her characters and they become your friends. I was able to envision the fight scenes and the settings were vividly written.
The book contains mild swearing but it is only once that I can recall. There are no scenes of a sexual nature. The romance written is suitable for teens. I highly recommend this book to all fans of YA fantasy
I received an ARC of Hidden Wings for review. No promises were made except to give an honest review of my opinion of the book. I received no compensation for this review.
I was so excited to be invited to read Cameo Renae's new book, Hidden Wings.I loved her debut book, In My Dreams. When you write an excellent book your first time out, it can be difficult to follow it up. Hidden Wings surpassed In My Dreams. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. I am in awe of Cameo Renae's talent.
Emma is 17. She wakes up in the hospital to find her entire world turned upside down. Both of her parents died in the accident that put her in the hospital, custody has been granted to an aunt she did not know existed, she is moving to Alaska (a good thing but I am biased about that) and leaving behind, in California, her two best friends. Escorts come to get her for the trip to Ak and she is attacked by Darklings, creatures she did know existed, in the SeaTac airport. Then she finds out they have been sent to kill her. Talk about a bad day! That is just the beginning. There is so much action packed into this book that I found myself having to take small breaks just to breathe! There is also a bit of romance in this awesome fantasy. The cliffhanger will absolutely leave you wanting more.
Cameo has done a terrific job with her writing. You get to know her characters and they become your friends. I was able to envision the fight scenes and the settings were vividly written.
The book contains mild swearing but it is only once that I can recall. There are no scenes of a sexual nature. The romance written is suitable for teens. I highly recommend this book to all fans of YA fantasy
I received an ARC of Hidden Wings for review. No promises were made except to give an honest review of my opinion of the book. I received no compensation for this review.
Besides phrases where I stopped and thought, "This is unnecessary and makes the protagonist sound trite," I enjoyed this read. Cameo Renae does a good job. While the rating was docked because a lot could have been cut out (the first three or so chapters of back story could have been summarized in a paragraph).At many times, the Guardians were overwhelming and hard to keep track of and distinguish, but this matched the experience of the protagonist who had just met them. I found myself towards the end realizing that I DID like the book even though it seemed rushed. But Renae places the protagonist at the catalyst such that all the fast paced events make sense for this story line. A better story than others I have read recently. I will be looking out for book 2 that comes out the first week in June. (However, not the prequal novella because I don't care about the characters THAT much after book 1...)
Loved it!
This books did great at world building while keeping the pace of the read. It was hard to put down. Can't wait to read the next installment. The main character was relatable and I felt for her throughout the story.
This books did great at world building while keeping the pace of the read. It was hard to put down. Can't wait to read the next installment. The main character was relatable and I felt for her throughout the story.
I was hesitant to start another series about angels since I've had such a rough time with the Fallen series by Lauren Kate. I have had this book on my Kindle Unlimited shelf since Benjaminoftomes had talked about it for his online book club and thought I should finally read it to make room for other borrows. I'm so glad I did.
This was a very enjoyable read! Sure things were pretty predictable and it is pretty fluffy, but for me it was super entertaining. Just what I needed after not loving the rest of the books I read this month. I was starting to get a bit slumpy but this brought me right out of that. Will definitely be continuing on with the series.
This was a very enjoyable read! Sure things were pretty predictable and it is pretty fluffy, but for me it was super entertaining. Just what I needed after not loving the rest of the books I read this month. I was starting to get a bit slumpy but this brought me right out of that. Will definitely be continuing on with the series.
This was not for me. Everything about this book is so bland and boring. The main character has no personality and she falls of the guy immediately and that is all she can think about. She barely wastes a few minutes morning or acknowledging the loss of her parents. When writing about fantasy something needs to be set in some reality that real people can understand or relate to.
Absolutely loved this book! I like all of the characters and of course the angels. I would highly recommend this book if you are a fan of fantasy and some YA romance.