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charms1976's review against another edition
5.0
Oh sweet Jennifer Jenkins, I need the next one in this series NOW!!! THIS series is a series that has blown me away. It keeps getting better with each book. I will resort to bribery if need be for the third book.
booksandladders's review against another edition
2.0
Was a tad disappointed with how this one played out. it felt a little second book syndrome to me and not a lot actually happened. I still really enjoy this series I just wanted more.
cris136's review against another edition
3.0
A good story but definitely needed to read the first book before this one. There isn't much explanation for this world, what happened previously, who and how people are.... There isn't even much physical description of people and places, or clarification of who's talking during dialogue so it can be confusing.
angelreads's review against another edition
4.0
Need to know what is going to happen next! Full Review coming soon
bookwife's review against another edition
4.0
Review to come later. All I can say right now is that I am mad at Gabe.
chahat's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
3.0
There are things I like about this book, and there are things I don't.
The story-line is painfully predictable, and every "twist" was so obvious that I could see it from a mile away (i.e. many chapters away? idk).
The overused and cliched tropes made me wonder why was I even reading this book. The basic love-triangle trope bores me to death. It reminded me so much of The Hunger Games love-triangle (childhood friend, and girl falls for another guy, etc, etc). Even the guys' names sound the same (Gabe here and Gale in THG). So this well-worn story-line was just eye-roll inducing for me.
And besides all this, we have plot-holes, "Mary Sue" characters, and toxic masculinity as well.
Nevertheless, the author knows how keep the reader reeled in and to keep them engrossed. I, for one, could not put this emotionally charged book down, and read all the three books consecutively.
This book expanded more on the world of this series, which is really nice. But nothing much seemed to happen, even though a lot did; it was like the middle child of the series.
So would I recommended it? Sure. Sometimes you just need a break and some good old plain entertainment! Between the eye-rolls and groans, I did enjoy reading this trilogy.
The story-line is painfully predictable, and every "twist" was so obvious that I could see it from a mile away (i.e. many chapters away? idk).
The overused and cliched tropes made me wonder why was I even reading this book. The basic love-triangle trope bores me to death. It reminded me so much of The Hunger Games love-triangle (childhood friend, and girl falls for another guy, etc, etc). Even the guys' names sound the same (Gabe here and Gale in THG). So this well-worn story-line was just eye-roll inducing for me.
And besides all this, we have plot-holes, "Mary Sue" characters, and toxic masculinity as well.
Nevertheless, the author knows how keep the reader reeled in and to keep them engrossed. I, for one, could not put this emotionally charged book down, and read all the three books consecutively.
This book expanded more on the world of this series, which is really nice. But nothing much seemed to happen, even though a lot did; it was like the middle child of the series.
So would I recommended it? Sure. Sometimes you just need a break and some good old plain entertainment! Between the eye-rolls and groans, I did enjoy reading this trilogy.
loveisnotatriangle's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. It took me a while to get into this, but I eventually did and found the story engaging. Overall it is a good sequel, especially in terms of world building. I liked learning about the different clans- even though they're all very brutal. The world is expanded and fleshed out in much greater detail, which I appreciated. However, I had trouble with the amount of angst in this story. . Despite some issues - and worry about further angst, I'm eager for the third book. I can't wait for all the characters Gryphon and Zo have encountered to finally meet each other.
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And that included Gryphon's decision at the end. Gabe telling Zo and Gryphon the other was dead, was not my favorite plot device either. I wanted to strangle Gabe for it, but I just felt anxious all through the story waiting for Gryphon and Zoe to figure it out. And Zo thinking she was going to marry Gabe since Gryphon was dead, didn't help. Even though it wasn't really a triangle and she's firm at the end that he's just like a brother to her, it was irritating. I was also unhappy that this book is almost all wandering around in the wilderness. I've been eager for them to reach Commander Laden and see his interaction with Gryphon since the first book.lostinfantasy's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating: Undecided whether it leave to it 3/5 stars, or add a half star to 3.5/5 because I still love the characters and world a lot. Hmm.
A year ago, I happened to come across the first book in this series, [b:Nameless|21843172|Nameless (Nameless, #1)|Jennifer Jenkins|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1434741236s/21843172.jpg|41113156], and after deciding to give it a try - with zero expectations - the book turned out to be everything I was looking for! It had intriguing world building, incredible development of layered characters, unlikely love (both romantic and familial) between enemies, spies and a growing revolution of the oppressed. It was great!
And when I started this, I instantly remembered why I loved it (even though I needed to refresh my memory of the last book a bit), and cared for the characters as if I'd finished the first book yesterday!
This sequel's strengths:
It expanded more on the world building, now that the characters have escaped the confines of the Ram Gate. Beyond the "Ram" and "The Wolf", we learn more about the other clans, "The Raven" and even the " Kodiak" - as well the actual history between the clans. I like how the clans are inspired by the author's love of history and various tribes and peoples. From what I've read in interviews, The conquering Ram are loosely inspired by the Spartans, The Wolves by the Vikings, The Raven by the Native American "Navajo" tribe, and The Kodiak by the "Maori". I don't know much or anything about them, but the fictional counterparts were interesting. The Ram is set apart as the villain and mighty enemy of the three allied clans. And so the unlikely love between the Ram and the Wolf that makes our little group of characters puts them on the run as they find themselves responsible for the rebellion they've started.
The first book reminded me a little bit of the [b:The Winner's Curse|16069030|The Winner's Curse (The Winner's Trilogy, #1)|Marie Rutkoski|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1377023523s/16069030.jpg|21861552] when I read it, which definitely helped towards me enjoying it. But this book didn't really remind me of any other story as it went into very unpredictable paths.
The characters are the strength of the series. Gryphon and Zo are separated for more most of the book - each one having been led to believe, by their "friend", that the other was killed by the Ram. Despite their grief, each has to stay on course of their missions - he, for the promise he made her, and she, to take care of Tess and Joshua.
The character development continues as beautifully as it did in the first book. Now a deserter to his clan and a wanted-man, Gryphon still struggles with his loss and choices especially now that (he thinks) he doesn't have Zo to fight for. But he's not the same man who thought his kindness a weakness and was desperate to prove himself to his brutal clan. He grows into his convictions on his own, and gets even more eye openers in this book.
And Zo has grown so much from the girl who'd closed off her heart to anything but revenge and hate for the Ram. Since the events of the last book and having feelings for Gryphon, her walls break and now every choice she makes is for the people she loves and calls her family.
The romance is still so great and satisfying! But what I also like about this series that it focuses on familial love, not just by blood, just as strongly as romantic, if not more. Gryphon and Joshua's fierce mentor/brotherly bond, and Zo's love and protection towards Tess and Joshua. So the characters are really the heart of the series. And I think even the lying jerk, Gabe, is redeemable.
The sequel's weaknesses:
The problem with this book is that despite all that happens, it didn't feel like much happened. Except for going in circles. Especially compared to the first book which never had a dull moment. This one felt very much like the "middle" book in the series. Mostly bridging between the beginning and end. It set up some potentially big events but not enough that I was satisfied. The only thing I felt got its due development were Gryphon and Zo's feelings for each other. Besides that, I felt the ending was abrupt. My exact reaction to reaching the final page is: "that's it??!". I wasn't convinced or happy with one decision made at the very end - which felt hastily made. And the writing overall just didn't feel like it had the same amount of attention the first book had.
So... I need the last book to really feel like the story has moved forward.
That being said, I am very much looking forward the final book and I hope it has the same high stakes action and drama as the first. And I hope it brings out the twists I know this series is hiding and that I'm waiting for!
A year ago, I happened to come across the first book in this series, [b:Nameless|21843172|Nameless (Nameless, #1)|Jennifer Jenkins|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1434741236s/21843172.jpg|41113156], and after deciding to give it a try - with zero expectations - the book turned out to be everything I was looking for! It had intriguing world building, incredible development of layered characters, unlikely love (both romantic and familial) between enemies, spies and a growing revolution of the oppressed. It was great!
And when I started this, I instantly remembered why I loved it (even though I needed to refresh my memory of the last book a bit), and cared for the characters as if I'd finished the first book yesterday!
This sequel's strengths:
It expanded more on the world building, now that the characters have escaped the confines of the Ram Gate. Beyond the "Ram" and "The Wolf", we learn more about the other clans, "The Raven" and even the " Kodiak" - as well the actual history between the clans. I like how the clans are inspired by the author's love of history and various tribes and peoples. From what I've read in interviews, The conquering Ram are loosely inspired by the Spartans, The Wolves by the Vikings, The Raven by the Native American "Navajo" tribe, and The Kodiak by the "Maori". I don't know much or anything about them, but the fictional counterparts were interesting. The Ram is set apart as the villain and mighty enemy of the three allied clans. And so the unlikely love between the Ram and the Wolf that makes our little group of characters puts them on the run as they find themselves responsible for the rebellion they've started.
The first book reminded me a little bit of the [b:The Winner's Curse|16069030|The Winner's Curse (The Winner's Trilogy, #1)|Marie Rutkoski|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1377023523s/16069030.jpg|21861552] when I read it, which definitely helped towards me enjoying it. But this book didn't really remind me of any other story as it went into very unpredictable paths.
The characters are the strength of the series. Gryphon and Zo are separated for more most of the book - each one having been led to believe, by their "friend", that the other was killed by the Ram. Despite their grief, each has to stay on course of their missions - he, for the promise he made her, and she, to take care of Tess and Joshua.
The character development continues as beautifully as it did in the first book. Now a deserter to his clan and a wanted-man, Gryphon still struggles with his loss and choices especially now that (he thinks) he doesn't have Zo to fight for. But he's not the same man who thought his kindness a weakness and was desperate to prove himself to his brutal clan. He grows into his convictions on his own, and gets even more eye openers in this book.
And Zo has grown so much from the girl who'd closed off her heart to anything but revenge and hate for the Ram. Since the events of the last book and having feelings for Gryphon, her walls break and now every choice she makes is for the people she loves and calls her family.
The romance is still so great and satisfying! But what I also like about this series that it focuses on familial love, not just by blood, just as strongly as romantic, if not more. Gryphon and Joshua's fierce mentor/brotherly bond, and Zo's love and protection towards Tess and Joshua. So the characters are really the heart of the series. And I think even the lying jerk, Gabe, is redeemable.
The sequel's weaknesses:
The problem with this book is that despite all that happens, it didn't feel like much happened. Except for going in circles. Especially compared to the first book which never had a dull moment. This one felt very much like the "middle" book in the series. Mostly bridging between the beginning and end. It set up some potentially big events but not enough that I was satisfied. The only thing I felt got its due development were Gryphon and Zo's feelings for each other. Besides that, I felt the ending was abrupt. My exact reaction to reaching the final page is: "that's it??!". I wasn't convinced or happy with one decision made at the very end - which felt hastily made. And the writing overall just didn't feel like it had the same amount of attention the first book had.
So... I need the last book to really feel like the story has moved forward.
That being said, I am very much looking forward the final book and I hope it has the same high stakes action and drama as the first. And I hope it brings out the twists I know this series is hiding and that I'm waiting for!
hollymbryan's review against another edition
5.0
OMFG THIS COVER..... I neeeeeeed it!!!!
Actual review ;-) :
Let me start by saying that this review won’t be as long as my reviews typically are because I don’t want to talk about plot very much, so as not to give a single thing away. This book - this series, really - is best experienced without someone summarizing the books for you. Anyway, if you’re wondering why I’m not as wordy as usual, that’s why :)
I was so excited to get an early e-copy of this book, and then to join the blog tour, because I loved Nameless. (Seriously, you can see in my review of that book that I was almost rendered speechless by how much I loved it! All I could do was gush in all caps for a while!) I even re-read the first book right before I started the second, so I would have everything fresh in my mind – and honestly that is something I almost never do, because there are just too many books I want to read and not enough time! So, yeah, I loooooved Nameless and couldn’t wait to read Clanless. While Clanless was *slightly* less “amazeballs” for me, it easily earned this 5-star rating and was an absolute delight to read. Well, except for the times I felt my heart was going to break, or stop beating altogether, or oh yeah that time I was reading during our 8-hour drive back from vacation and gasped loudly enough that my son’s head swiveled toward me and my husband looked up at me in the rearview mirror to see what was wrong! … Oh, who am I kidding, those parts were all a delight to read, too!
I love the way Jennifer writes, and let me tell you she knows how to keep you hanging in suspense and turning the pages! The format in which she told the story in Clanless was pure genius. Each chapter basically had two sections, so that it was split between Gryphon and Zo, and we could see what each was doing simultaneously, even though they were apart. It was the perfect method for telling the story and keeping us up to date with each character and also in agony suspense! This book is one of those where you find yourself talking to the characters, like, “What the heck are you THINKING?!” and “No, no, don’t go in there alone!!” and “Ohhhhh, no no no, what game are you playing, [character]?!” You will be so caught up in the story and in Zo and Gryphon’s adventures that you will be hard-pressed to put the book down to go about your everyday life. There were times I thought I was going to bite my nails off – and I am not a nail-biter! There were also times where my heart felt so heavy I thought it would drop to my stomach. I just re-read my review of book 1 and this comment seems appropriate here, too: “This, truly, is the mark of a great writer – the ability to make you see, hear, feel everything the characters are going through.” This is no less true with Clanless than it was with Nameless, and I will read anything Jennifer writes because of this ability she has to immerse us completely into her fictional world.
Another thing that I said in my review of book 1 is also still relevant with book 2, and I will use it to close this review of Clanless: “I want to shout from the rooftops that anyone and everyone who loves all that is good about young adult fiction, dystopian world-building, phenomenal character creation and development, and gorgeous writing MUST. READ. THIS.” This series is absolutely incredible and a must-read!
Actual review ;-) :
Let me start by saying that this review won’t be as long as my reviews typically are because I don’t want to talk about plot very much, so as not to give a single thing away. This book - this series, really - is best experienced without someone summarizing the books for you. Anyway, if you’re wondering why I’m not as wordy as usual, that’s why :)
I was so excited to get an early e-copy of this book, and then to join the blog tour, because I loved Nameless. (Seriously, you can see in my review of that book that I was almost rendered speechless by how much I loved it! All I could do was gush in all caps for a while!) I even re-read the first book right before I started the second, so I would have everything fresh in my mind – and honestly that is something I almost never do, because there are just too many books I want to read and not enough time! So, yeah, I loooooved Nameless and couldn’t wait to read Clanless. While Clanless was *slightly* less “amazeballs” for me, it easily earned this 5-star rating and was an absolute delight to read. Well, except for the times I felt my heart was going to break, or stop beating altogether, or oh yeah that time I was reading during our 8-hour drive back from vacation and gasped loudly enough that my son’s head swiveled toward me and my husband looked up at me in the rearview mirror to see what was wrong! … Oh, who am I kidding, those parts were all a delight to read, too!
I love the way Jennifer writes, and let me tell you she knows how to keep you hanging in suspense and turning the pages! The format in which she told the story in Clanless was pure genius. Each chapter basically had two sections, so that it was split between Gryphon and Zo, and we could see what each was doing simultaneously, even though they were apart. It was the perfect method for telling the story and keeping us up to date with each character and also in agony suspense! This book is one of those where you find yourself talking to the characters, like, “What the heck are you THINKING?!” and “No, no, don’t go in there alone!!” and “Ohhhhh, no no no, what game are you playing, [character]?!” You will be so caught up in the story and in Zo and Gryphon’s adventures that you will be hard-pressed to put the book down to go about your everyday life. There were times I thought I was going to bite my nails off – and I am not a nail-biter! There were also times where my heart felt so heavy I thought it would drop to my stomach. I just re-read my review of book 1 and this comment seems appropriate here, too: “This, truly, is the mark of a great writer – the ability to make you see, hear, feel everything the characters are going through.” This is no less true with Clanless than it was with Nameless, and I will read anything Jennifer writes because of this ability she has to immerse us completely into her fictional world.
Another thing that I said in my review of book 1 is also still relevant with book 2, and I will use it to close this review of Clanless: “I want to shout from the rooftops that anyone and everyone who loves all that is good about young adult fiction, dystopian world-building, phenomenal character creation and development, and gorgeous writing MUST. READ. THIS.” This series is absolutely incredible and a must-read!