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exlibrismira's review against another edition
1.0
The discrepancy between the themes and the narrative voice is even more noticeable in the sequel. It cost me barely half a pound. There are no hard feelings. I've read worse. Either way, this isn't making my list of recommendations anytime soon.
oleanderdreams's review against another edition
5.0
This book picks up where the last left off...Perrie is now Vale's Bride and they have begun wreaking havoc on the world along with the other inhabitants of the vault but who she was is still in there somewhere buried deep and her Cousin Maisie is more determined than ever to break through to her and bring Vale to his downfall....
Let me just say, wow, I really loved the direction this book took! Getting to experience the perspective of so many characters was probably my favorite part about this sequel...I felt it just added so much more depth to the story than we already had before. The way Perrie's chapters as The Bride were written were mechanical in a way, which was perfect and lent to the authenticity of her character transformation given what happened to her at the end of the first book. I have so many good things to say about this book but it would reveal somethings that is best left for the reading experience!!!!!!
it is added to favorite books of mine as well!š
Let me just say, wow, I really loved the direction this book took! Getting to experience the perspective of so many characters was probably my favorite part about this sequel...I felt it just added so much more depth to the story than we already had before. The way Perrie's chapters as The Bride were written were mechanical in a way, which was perfect and lent to the authenticity of her character transformation given what happened to her at the end of the first book. I have so many good things to say about this book but it would reveal somethings that is best left for the reading experience!!!!!!
it is added to favorite books of mine as well!š
lenaf's review against another edition
5.0
So if you saw my review for Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault, then you'll understand how quickly I sped through the first book in this series. (And if you've been taking notes on how often I review books, you'll know that's a rarity!) I don't want to spoil anything, but book 1 had an amazing, unexpected ending, and book 2 picks up right where things left off.
I honestly wasn't sure where Robinson could take it after book 1 based on where it ended. The whole situation was completely unexpected so when book 2 came along, I realized that I was along for one heck of a ride on this roller coaster and threw my expectations out the window. It did not disappoint!
One of the things that I loved with the first book was the wonderful mix of dark horror and old-school monsters. The array of creatures was just fantastic. Book 2 digs even more into these crazy monsters and I legit had to message Candace directly at one point because of one of the monsters that showed up. (Bonus points if you can figure out which one that was!) If you have so many wicked monsters, you have to choose how to handle the gore, and she did not skimp there! This isn't a bland monster story, Robinson digs in with some visceral descriptions where you won't be able to pull away.
I also love Perrie's storyline. She's the protagonist from book 1, and she carries the main storyline in book 2 as well. However she's a very different person than she used to be. The events that occur change her in realistic ways and it was wonderful to see that portrayed. Maisie is still one of my favorite characters too, but I also grew an unexpected soft spot for Vale. I can't say too much without dropping some major spoilers, but let me just say that by the end of it, I felt for all of them. It was quite an amazing read and a perfect end to this series.
I honestly wasn't sure where Robinson could take it after book 1 based on where it ended. The whole situation was completely unexpected so when book 2 came along, I realized that I was along for one heck of a ride on this roller coaster and threw my expectations out the window. It did not disappoint!
One of the things that I loved with the first book was the wonderful mix of dark horror and old-school monsters. The array of creatures was just fantastic. Book 2 digs even more into these crazy monsters and I legit had to message Candace directly at one point because of one of the monsters that showed up. (Bonus points if you can figure out which one that was!) If you have so many wicked monsters, you have to choose how to handle the gore, and she did not skimp there! This isn't a bland monster story, Robinson digs in with some visceral descriptions where you won't be able to pull away.
I also love Perrie's storyline. She's the protagonist from book 1, and she carries the main storyline in book 2 as well. However she's a very different person than she used to be. The events that occur change her in realistic ways and it was wonderful to see that portrayed. Maisie is still one of my favorite characters too, but I also grew an unexpected soft spot for Vale. I can't say too much without dropping some major spoilers, but let me just say that by the end of it, I felt for all of them. It was quite an amazing read and a perfect end to this series.
wordnerd's review against another edition
5.0
I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. I was very excited for the second book to come out after reading the first one. It did not disappoint :) I read through it as fast as I could and then had to go back to make sure I read everything. When a book is really good I tend to skim some pages just to get to the good stuff.
I was really sad to find out that August/Vale was the bad guy and killed Perrie in the first one. He was able to redeem himself this time around though I felt for Neven. I didn't trust him either. I just knew it was going to be a trick. So if I understand correctly Vale is like Jekyll and Hyde? Without a heartbeat he is evil but with a heartbeat he's more human and has feelings?
One thing I didn't like was that everyone who was turned to glass wasn't able to come back. I understood that it happened that way but I still didn't like it. Why couldn't they be saved? I have a love/hate relationship with books that don't end the way I think they should. I love to hate them but it's what makes them so great :D
I was really sad to find out that August/Vale was the bad guy and killed Perrie in the first one. He was able to redeem himself this time around though I felt for Neven. I didn't trust him either. I just knew it was going to be a trick. So if I understand correctly Vale is like Jekyll and Hyde? Without a heartbeat he is evil but with a heartbeat he's more human and has feelings?
One thing I didn't like was that everyone who was turned to glass wasn't able to come back. I understood that it happened that way but I still didn't like it. Why couldn't they be saved? I have a love/hate relationship with books that don't end the way I think they should. I love to hate them but it's what makes them so great :D
ania_star's review against another edition
5.0
Received from Author in exchange for an honest review
(*re-read of re-edited version)
There is something about this book that just speaks to me. I love the writing style and different voices mixed with backstories. It gives dynamic to the story and lots of tension, definitely a page-turner. :)
Vale succeeded in his mission. People that use to be trapped inside of Glass Vault are no out, immortal and powerful. The aid in his mission, collecting souls for the Vault, turning people into glass. Leading them is Vale and his Bride.
I enjoyed reading the flashbacks, it adds depth to the characters and sheds a light on what was lost. There is significant character development in this one. I love reading about Maisie (she is my favorite :)) getting to know her and seeing that there is more to her, that just goofy side characters, she is loyal and smart and determined. I liked Perrie a lot more than in the first one, though I have to admit I like her a lot more as a Bride, she was just so ruthless. :)
It such a great book, I highly recommend it!!
(While edits are not so evident, as in the first one -for me at least, they definitely made the book better. :))
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This one was such a surprise. After reading the first one, that was... OK, I thought to give it a try. And I am so glad I did because The Bride of Glass is so amazing. :)
Difference between the first one and the second one is incredible. Usually, for me at least, the first book in the series is great and the next ones are... OK. Here is the other was around. :)
So, Perrie is Bride, under Vale's control, transforming people in the Glass Vault left and right. She has this amazing powers. He is abusive and controlling, using her in every way. After a few days out of the Vault, she starts to remember and run away, but he will search for her. She was never my favorite character (I couldn't connect with her in the first one), I like her a bit better now. We see her grow and develop.
Maisie and Neven are looking for Perrie, to save her from Vale's clutches. She is definitely my favorite part of the series. So special and unique, however, there is depth to her. I love that there is more of her in the book.
The story of what is happening now is intertwined with characters stories of the past. We get to know them and understand them a bit more. Especially Maisie and Vale. And the romance... it's just sooo sweet.
The world portrait in this series in as interesting, as scary at the same time. I was on the edge of my seat, there are a lot of twists and turns. I wanted to know what happens and at the same time didn't want to finish it. :)
Highly recommend it!
(*re-read of re-edited version)
There is something about this book that just speaks to me. I love the writing style and different voices mixed with backstories. It gives dynamic to the story and lots of tension, definitely a page-turner. :)
Vale succeeded in his mission. People that use to be trapped inside of Glass Vault are no out, immortal and powerful. The aid in his mission, collecting souls for the Vault, turning people into glass. Leading them is Vale and his Bride.
I enjoyed reading the flashbacks, it adds depth to the characters and sheds a light on what was lost. There is significant character development in this one. I love reading about Maisie (she is my favorite :)) getting to know her and seeing that there is more to her, that just goofy side characters, she is loyal and smart and determined. I liked Perrie a lot more than in the first one, though I have to admit I like her a lot more as a Bride, she was just so ruthless. :)
It such a great book, I highly recommend it!!
(While edits are not so evident, as in the first one -for me at least, they definitely made the book better. :))
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This one was such a surprise. After reading the first one, that was... OK, I thought to give it a try. And I am so glad I did because The Bride of Glass is so amazing. :)
Difference between the first one and the second one is incredible. Usually, for me at least, the first book in the series is great and the next ones are... OK. Here is the other was around. :)
So, Perrie is Bride, under Vale's control, transforming people in the Glass Vault left and right. She has this amazing powers. He is abusive and controlling, using her in every way. After a few days out of the Vault, she starts to remember and run away, but he will search for her. She was never my favorite character (I couldn't connect with her in the first one), I like her a bit better now. We see her grow and develop.
Maisie and Neven are looking for Perrie, to save her from Vale's clutches. She is definitely my favorite part of the series. So special and unique, however, there is depth to her. I love that there is more of her in the book.
The story of what is happening now is intertwined with characters stories of the past. We get to know them and understand them a bit more. Especially Maisie and Vale. And the romance... it's just sooo sweet.
The world portrait in this series in as interesting, as scary at the same time. I was on the edge of my seat, there are a lot of twists and turns. I wanted to know what happens and at the same time didn't want to finish it. :)
Highly recommend it!
bookly68's review against another edition
5.0
"through all the darkness that hibernates in all of us, the light can always subdue it" - The Bride of Glass by Candace Robinson
The Bride of Glass is different than Quinsey Wolfe in a way. But it's being different is a good thing. Sometimes a second book can almost become a little repetitive of the first one, which can cause the story to become a little stale. The Bride of Glass is fresh and new. It almost took me back at first. It starts out very dark and somewhat violent, and the reader feels a little worried about the characters that we've grown to care about. But no worries, there's humor, romance and hope!!
[a:Candace Robinson|16541001|Candace Robinson|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1489061506p2/16541001.jpg] writes characters that you can't help but grow to have feelings about, whether good or bad. I want to talk about the characters, but every time I type something I erase it. I just don't want to ruin anything for you when you start reading it right from the beginning. So I will keep my mouth shut!!
The Bride of Glass was a wonderful ending to this duology!! This is definitely a favorite for me!! It's available to buy now, so go one click that baby! And if you haven't read [b:Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault|35128602|Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault (Glass Vault, #1)|Candace Robinson|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1494721469s/35128602.jpg|55640038] start there, you won't regret it...it SO GOOD!!! Oh, and they're both available on KU too!!
The Bride of Glass is different than Quinsey Wolfe in a way. But it's being different is a good thing. Sometimes a second book can almost become a little repetitive of the first one, which can cause the story to become a little stale. The Bride of Glass is fresh and new. It almost took me back at first. It starts out very dark and somewhat violent, and the reader feels a little worried about the characters that we've grown to care about. But no worries, there's humor, romance and hope!!
[a:Candace Robinson|16541001|Candace Robinson|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1489061506p2/16541001.jpg] writes characters that you can't help but grow to have feelings about, whether good or bad. I want to talk about the characters, but every time I type something I erase it. I just don't want to ruin anything for you when you start reading it right from the beginning. So I will keep my mouth shut!!
The Bride of Glass was a wonderful ending to this duology!! This is definitely a favorite for me!! It's available to buy now, so go one click that baby! And if you haven't read [b:Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault|35128602|Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault (Glass Vault, #1)|Candace Robinson|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1494721469s/35128602.jpg|55640038] start there, you won't regret it...it SO GOOD!!! Oh, and they're both available on KU too!!
bookishveenita's review against another edition
4.0
"Will vale prevail?"
That is the question we ask ourselves when we take up the second book of Candace Robinsonās Glass vault series āThe Bride of Glass.ā
Summary:- Perrie Madeline is trapped in Valeās clutches as the Bride. Can Perrie find a way to escape her mental prison?
Maisie Jaser is on a rescue mission to retrieve her cousin and best friend, Perrie. Together, she hopes to bring down Vale and rid the world of the destruction he has caused.
My thoughts:- The first book of this series Quinsey Wolfeās Glass Vault ended on a note of the seemingly world destruction. ***This review will contain SPOILERS***.
This book shows what is going to happen next.
ā¢ First thing we notice as we take up the book is the character portrayals. This book can be very well said is a book of characters. Most of the important characters have their stories told through the pen, their pasts before they enter the glass vault and their journey after they were set out to destruction.
ā¢ In this book we get a glimpse of Vale aka Augustās life. (I was waiting for this). Born to an immortal human (probably) and the King of Underworld (Demon) he is the prince of Underworld, a demon, with a heartbeat which is not possible. Demons donāt have heartbeats!! His father tortures him and makes his heartbeat stop whenever it beats. This makes him lose his memories. The unhappy prince, being thoroughly used by his father, is sent to mortal plain with his memory erased, as a pawn to achieve power for his father instead.
ā¢ Unfortunately for his father he falls in love with Perrie to the point making her his immortal bride. So even at first they keep hurting people and collecting souls for their own later he totally helps them.
ā¢ What I felt the best thing about it not only we get insights of all the characters but the continuous character sketches didnāt lag the plotline. The plotline flows swiftly and subtly in between the character sketches.
ā¢ Diction is easy enough. Although I found it little confusing on the point when Fannie was sent back to underworld. Well actually I couldnāt picture it in my mindās eye. So it is kind of my own inability.
ā¢ Loved the cover as usual. It is like the last book only some background and colour has been changed.
ā¢ A new romance blooms between Maisie and Neven. That was unexpected but needed for the plot it seemed. After all the authoress is shipping Vale and Perrie hard so why would Neven and Maisie be left behind?
Drawbacks and rating:- At this point I wonder what was the reason of taking the pseudonym Quinsey Wolfe.
ā¢ If the museum was known as Valeās Glass Vault, I donāt think there would have been any difference. After all no one knew who was Vale. I assume Quinsey Wolfe the name itself sounds nice. May be that is the reason?
ā¢ Also the ending seemed incomplete, yet again. ***SPOILER ALERT*** Is Vale going to stay with Perrie and friends from now on?
ā¢ What about the destruction that happened and is it possible for media and other people not to notice anything?
ā¢ Is Valeās father the King of underworld will concoct another plan to take down his son?
ā¢ These need to be answered.
So is there any possibility to get another book of this series with all the answers. I mean we already got two books. Why not make it a trilogy? Letās hope for it and surely I am going to ask the authoress.
Anyway this book is real nice for teenagers and fantasy lovers. 4stars is the rating for the creative prowess of the authoress. Recommended.
Thanksgiving:- Thanks to the authoress Candace Robinson for providing me the opportunity to read and review her book.
bookslovereaders's review against another edition
5.0
I loved the first book in the series and the sequel didn't disappoint. I like how Candace has written this book and it's easy to get into the book and keep you hooked throughout. I am sad that this is only a duology and would have liked a bit more at the ending but overall a thoroughly enjoyable book.
It opens up where the first book left off with August becoming Vale and Perrie being under his spell. I like how Candace has incorporated flashbacks into the before with all characters so that you get to know them more.
I also like that that you get to see more of Maisie and Neven and how their relationship develops into something more. I have to say I was rooting for Perrie and Bale/August throughout.
It opens up where the first book left off with August becoming Vale and Perrie being under his spell. I like how Candace has incorporated flashbacks into the before with all characters so that you get to know them more.
I also like that that you get to see more of Maisie and Neven and how their relationship develops into something more. I have to say I was rooting for Perrie and Bale/August throughout.
si0bhan's review against another edition
4.0
The Bride of Glass is the second book in the Glass Vault duology, and it is a wonderful conclusion to the series. If you read the first book, you certainly need to read this one to see how everything comes together. I assure you, it will not disappoint.
Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault ended with a bang. It left me instantly wanting to pick up the next book ā and such is exactly what happened. As soon as I finished Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault, I dived into The Bride of Glass. I wanted to know what happened to the characters, to the world. I wanted answers, and I wanted them straight away.
The Bride of Glass has a very different feel to Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault. The Bride of Glass is a heavier book, giving us a glimpse into the past along with showing us how things come together following the events of the first book. It is a book filled with explanation. Characters, events, and situations are explained. It is very much a book that takes us deeper into the world, helping us to understand everything that was introduced to us in the first book.
I love such books. Iām very much a person who enjoys knowing all the little details. Through reading The Bride of Glass, I got an insight into so many different things. Little details you wouldnāt expect to know in full are shared, in many ways telling a story within a story. Itās the stories of those within the story ā if that even makes sense. By this point Iām filled with so many positive feelings towards this book that Iām simply throwing joyous vibes around in the hope people can translate what Iām trying to say.
In all seriousness, though, this is a much deeper book. All those questions that were left hanging at the end of Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault are answered in this one. All the āwā questions ā who, what, where, when, and why ā along with our āhowā. Sometimes I find authors can get so caught up in answering all of these questions that the story reads more like an encyclopaedia rather than giving a tale that progresses. Fortunately, such is not the case with The Bride of Glass.
In addition to all our questions being answered, new elements are introduce to keep us holding on. We come to love the characters even more, and the more knowledge weāre given, the more we love them. Itās a character heavy story whereas the first book focused more upon the situation. With lots of emotion and all kinds of events, youāll be holding on for dear life. Youāre never sure how the story will end. Will we get a happily ever after? Will the world end in pain? It certainly kept you guessing throughout, waiting to see how all of the details would come together in the end.
Without a doubt, this was a great second book. Whereas it was the ending that had me handing a four star rating to Quinsey Wolfeās Glass Vault, the entirety of The Bride of Glass was a solid four-star rating. The Glass Vault series is certainly worth the read, providing you with a quick and addictive read to keep you going.
I cannot wait to see what Candace Robinson brings us next.
Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault ended with a bang. It left me instantly wanting to pick up the next book ā and such is exactly what happened. As soon as I finished Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault, I dived into The Bride of Glass. I wanted to know what happened to the characters, to the world. I wanted answers, and I wanted them straight away.
The Bride of Glass has a very different feel to Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault. The Bride of Glass is a heavier book, giving us a glimpse into the past along with showing us how things come together following the events of the first book. It is a book filled with explanation. Characters, events, and situations are explained. It is very much a book that takes us deeper into the world, helping us to understand everything that was introduced to us in the first book.
I love such books. Iām very much a person who enjoys knowing all the little details. Through reading The Bride of Glass, I got an insight into so many different things. Little details you wouldnāt expect to know in full are shared, in many ways telling a story within a story. Itās the stories of those within the story ā if that even makes sense. By this point Iām filled with so many positive feelings towards this book that Iām simply throwing joyous vibes around in the hope people can translate what Iām trying to say.
In all seriousness, though, this is a much deeper book. All those questions that were left hanging at the end of Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault are answered in this one. All the āwā questions ā who, what, where, when, and why ā along with our āhowā. Sometimes I find authors can get so caught up in answering all of these questions that the story reads more like an encyclopaedia rather than giving a tale that progresses. Fortunately, such is not the case with The Bride of Glass.
In addition to all our questions being answered, new elements are introduce to keep us holding on. We come to love the characters even more, and the more knowledge weāre given, the more we love them. Itās a character heavy story whereas the first book focused more upon the situation. With lots of emotion and all kinds of events, youāll be holding on for dear life. Youāre never sure how the story will end. Will we get a happily ever after? Will the world end in pain? It certainly kept you guessing throughout, waiting to see how all of the details would come together in the end.
Without a doubt, this was a great second book. Whereas it was the ending that had me handing a four star rating to Quinsey Wolfeās Glass Vault, the entirety of The Bride of Glass was a solid four-star rating. The Glass Vault series is certainly worth the read, providing you with a quick and addictive read to keep you going.
I cannot wait to see what Candace Robinson brings us next.
jessicamap's review against another edition
4.0
Thanks to the author for the advanced ebook copy in exchange for my honest review!
We're back with our favorite and not so favorite characters in book two of the Glass Vault series. Being fresh off the first book I was so excited to get into this one.
THE BRIDE OF GLASS picks up where QUINSEY WOLFE'S GLASS VAULT left off - our characters are left under Vale's influence and are being forced to collect more souls for the Glass Museum. Perrie has been turned into Vale's bride and trapped under his spell. With some of the others able to wake up from the influence of evil, is it now Maisie's turn to try and rescue Perrie and all the others that are trapped under the evil's veil.
Without giving away too much more for those who haven't read the first book, I will say that I did enjoy this one more than the first book! I think coming straight off the first book helped a lot. I was already into the characters and the writing style. Candace is a great writer and I love the combo of horror and retellings. The only downside was that it went too quickly - I want more of the story and more details!
The characters are (still) great and it was intriguing seeing the grip and influence that Vale has over everyone. It's much more character driven and dark. It was refreshing seeing through the eyes of the other characters and the readers get to see some snippets from the past. Oh, and that ending? You'll never see it coming!
If you want a fast read with a retelling and a touch of horror, then I highly recommend starting with book one (QUINSEY WOLFE'S GLASS VAULT). If you loved book one, then you need to pick up book two!
I give this a solid 4/5 stars!
We're back with our favorite and not so favorite characters in book two of the Glass Vault series. Being fresh off the first book I was so excited to get into this one.
THE BRIDE OF GLASS picks up where QUINSEY WOLFE'S GLASS VAULT left off - our characters are left under Vale's influence and are being forced to collect more souls for the Glass Museum. Perrie has been turned into Vale's bride and trapped under his spell. With some of the others able to wake up from the influence of evil, is it now Maisie's turn to try and rescue Perrie and all the others that are trapped under the evil's veil.
Without giving away too much more for those who haven't read the first book, I will say that I did enjoy this one more than the first book! I think coming straight off the first book helped a lot. I was already into the characters and the writing style. Candace is a great writer and I love the combo of horror and retellings. The only downside was that it went too quickly - I want more of the story and more details!
The characters are (still) great and it was intriguing seeing the grip and influence that Vale has over everyone. It's much more character driven and dark. It was refreshing seeing through the eyes of the other characters and the readers get to see some snippets from the past. Oh, and that ending? You'll never see it coming!
If you want a fast read with a retelling and a touch of horror, then I highly recommend starting with book one (QUINSEY WOLFE'S GLASS VAULT). If you loved book one, then you need to pick up book two!
I give this a solid 4/5 stars!