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3.86 AVERAGE
3.86 AVERAGE
The first book in this series was really exciting. It was in a way an old fashioned YA like Twilight, but it made sure to fix the issues we had with Twilight. There was no stalking involved, there was no emotional pressure involved and the relationship between the main characters felt a lot healthier. I was therefore quite excited to read the second book in this series. Especially because there is a world full of mythology waiting to be explored.
However, although the second book is never boring, it's very much suffering from the middle book syndrome. It's dealing with the aftermath of the first book and it's setting up the final book in this trilogy (I guess?), but along the way not that much is happening. There are two reveals, of which one was quite easy to guess if you're familiar with the genre, but there's most of all a lot of talking and a lot of personal drama.
In a way it's quite impressive that a book filled with conversations, with characters keeping things from others, with decisions to be made that are not being made, never gets boring. And that's mostly because the characters are really interesting and complex and although from an outside perspective the witholding of information seems a little stupid, it's also easy to understand why the characters do it. On top of that there is a lot of tension between the different characters and they each have their own dilemma's and choices to make.
And although it would of course be perfect if they could make those choices without being pushed in one direction by another, it's quite clear in this second book that in some situations that's impossible. Choices impact others and that means that others have to make their choices and you might not like the outcome of their choices. The entire process of conflicting emotions, of choices and consequences is written down very well and realistic. Just like the characters are asking the right questions and fighting for the right reasons.
And after all the talking the book ends with a bang and I feel that a really exciting story arc has started now and that makes me quite curious to read the final book and to see how everything plays out and what choices eventually will be made.
However, although the second book is never boring, it's very much suffering from the middle book syndrome. It's dealing with the aftermath of the first book and it's setting up the final book in this trilogy (I guess?), but along the way not that much is happening. There are two reveals, of which one was quite easy to guess if you're familiar with the genre, but there's most of all a lot of talking and a lot of personal drama.
In a way it's quite impressive that a book filled with conversations, with characters keeping things from others, with decisions to be made that are not being made, never gets boring. And that's mostly because the characters are really interesting and complex and although from an outside perspective the witholding of information seems a little stupid, it's also easy to understand why the characters do it. On top of that there is a lot of tension between the different characters and they each have their own dilemma's and choices to make.
And although it would of course be perfect if they could make those choices without being pushed in one direction by another, it's quite clear in this second book that in some situations that's impossible. Choices impact others and that means that others have to make their choices and you might not like the outcome of their choices. The entire process of conflicting emotions, of choices and consequences is written down very well and realistic. Just like the characters are asking the right questions and fighting for the right reasons.
And after all the talking the book ends with a bang and I feel that a really exciting story arc has started now and that makes me quite curious to read the final book and to see how everything plays out and what choices eventually will be made.
when I first got a copy of the book I was so worried that I wouldn't get it and it couldn't be read as a stand alone. But that quickly changed. It wasn't confusing at all and though you know that something big happened in the first book, you quickly find your way and fall in love with the character.
I almost finished the book in one sitting but, I have online school it's that good. The author has a good knowledge of her characters and their back stories are very intriguing, you immediately wanna know more.
Suspense? Off the roof!and you are left in a constant cycle of 'and then what' .The plot is amazing, You think you have all the pieces and then something else happens.
Leaves you at a cliff hanger though can't wait for the next book to be released. I know good things take time but not too long I hope.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I almost finished the book in one sitting but, I have online school it's that good. The author has a good knowledge of her characters and their back stories are very intriguing, you immediately wanna know more.
Suspense? Off the roof!and you are left in a constant cycle of 'and then what' .The plot is amazing, You think you have all the pieces and then something else happens.
Leaves you at a cliff hanger though can't wait for the next book to be released. I know good things take time but not too long I hope.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Wow, I think I actually liked this one more than the first! You could still sense the influences from other series and sagas, but there were enough differences and ideas unique to the story to set it apart. I was unaware that there was to be a third installment in this series, and am so glad there is! There remain details to wrap-up and resolutions still to arise. Some of the story elements are formulaic and/or tropes, but it didn't detract from my enjoyment of the story much. I did appreciate the one significant twist, and am curious to see how everything ends up for our characters. The writing seemed more polished in this sequel, with fewer repetitive phrases (deepened the kiss) than in the first book in my opinion. I am excited for book 3! I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
THIS BOOK. I LOVE IT.
I like it even more than the first one. If this trend continues, I won't be alive after book six.
Chloe's absent father swoops her away to Malibu and yet another new school. Of course she isn't happy, she left everything behind in Keene Valley and can't wait to go back home.
She starts working to make her dream a reality and that's when her memories start coming back, right when two familiar boys she couldn't place showed up in her life again.
They were supposed to stay away and let Chloe be happy but nothing is ever that simple. And she's in danger, being hunted by a coven of witches. They couldn't just leave her to fend for herself now could they?
First off, the beginning of the book wasn't what I thought it would be, but in a good way. It was so "human". I really liked it and almost didn't want Trent to show up at all. Jax was very likable and he's officially become my favourite over the course of the book.
I also liked how the stepmother wasn't evil and that Chloe didn't resent her baby brother. And even her father came around too.
And that concert? Chloe was living her best life and let me tell you I was so jealous. I have seen Asking Alexandria live but never Black Veil Brides. I got goosebumps when BVB came out, it was almost like I was there with her. They're a band that meant a lot to me (and still do) at a certain point in my life and I was so happy they were included.
I feel bad for Simon though, he was so nice to Chloe when no one else was and he didn't even get a proper goodbye.
Trent had his good moments but I still ended up getting annoyed by him. Why was he so upset over the possibility of her becoming a *word I'm not going to use so I don't spoil it*? It's not the end of the world. And that way she wouldn't have to give up as much.
I'm glad that Whitney didn't become an Olivia, even though she gave me those vibes at first. It's good for Chloe to have a friend who knows what's going on. With that said I do miss her other friends.
Honestly, I saw the family secret coming in the first book but it was executed well. I just didn't suspect her father would know about it.
Now for the ending...that wasn't fair. She should've had a chance to explain. But I suppose that leaves a lot for the next book, which I'm eagerly awaiting.
*Thank you to BookSirens for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
I like it even more than the first one. If this trend continues, I won't be alive after book six.
Chloe's absent father swoops her away to Malibu and yet another new school. Of course she isn't happy, she left everything behind in Keene Valley and can't wait to go back home.
She starts working to make her dream a reality and that's when her memories start coming back, right when two familiar boys she couldn't place showed up in her life again.
They were supposed to stay away and let Chloe be happy but nothing is ever that simple. And she's in danger, being hunted by a coven of witches. They couldn't just leave her to fend for herself now could they?
First off, the beginning of the book wasn't what I thought it would be, but in a good way. It was so "human". I really liked it and almost didn't want Trent to show up at all. Jax was very likable and he's officially become my favourite over the course of the book.
I also liked how the stepmother wasn't evil and that Chloe didn't resent her baby brother. And even her father came around too.
And that concert? Chloe was living her best life and let me tell you I was so jealous. I have seen Asking Alexandria live but never Black Veil Brides. I got goosebumps when BVB came out, it was almost like I was there with her. They're a band that meant a lot to me (and still do) at a certain point in my life and I was so happy they were included.
I feel bad for Simon though, he was so nice to Chloe when no one else was and he didn't even get a proper goodbye.
Trent had his good moments but I still ended up getting annoyed by him. Why was he so upset over the possibility of her becoming a *word I'm not going to use so I don't spoil it*? It's not the end of the world. And that way she wouldn't have to give up as much.
I'm glad that Whitney didn't become an Olivia, even though she gave me those vibes at first. It's good for Chloe to have a friend who knows what's going on. With that said I do miss her other friends.
Honestly, I saw the family secret coming in the first book but it was executed well. I just didn't suspect her father would know about it.
Now for the ending...that wasn't fair. She should've had a chance to explain. But I suppose that leaves a lot for the next book, which I'm eagerly awaiting.
*Thank you to BookSirens for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
Chloe has now lost all of her memories of Trent and has just moved in with her estranged father, her stepmother and stepbrother. In spite of going to a wealthy prep school and being sought out after by the most popular boy in school, Chloe can’t wait till she turns eighteen so that she can return to live with her aunt and uncle.
Then, something strange happens. A new student shows up at Chloe’s school causing her to have strange sensations of deja-vu when she’s around him that she can’t explain.
Eternal Choice was even better than the first book! As I had hoped, we get to see a lot more character development especially with Jax (he’s really growing on me).
One of the aspects I enjoyed the most about this book is Chloe’s hesitancy to be with Trent even though she loves him. Chloe is one of the few young adult characters that seriously thinks about her future. Other young adult main characters treat high school as the summation of life, as if everything else afterwards doesn’t matter. It’s nice when a character has hopes and dreams of their own.
I can’t wait to see what will happen in book three. Eternal Choice ended on a cliff hanger and I just need to know what Chloe, Trent and Jax will do next! What can I say, I'm obsessed!
Then, something strange happens. A new student shows up at Chloe’s school causing her to have strange sensations of deja-vu when she’s around him that she can’t explain.
Eternal Choice was even better than the first book! As I had hoped, we get to see a lot more character development especially with Jax (he’s really growing on me).
One of the aspects I enjoyed the most about this book is Chloe’s hesitancy to be with Trent even though she loves him. Chloe is one of the few young adult characters that seriously thinks about her future. Other young adult main characters treat high school as the summation of life, as if everything else afterwards doesn’t matter. It’s nice when a character has hopes and dreams of their own.
I can’t wait to see what will happen in book three. Eternal Choice ended on a cliff hanger and I just need to know what Chloe, Trent and Jax will do next! What can I say, I'm obsessed!