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diquinn's review
adventurous
challenging
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
laughlinesandliterature's review
5.0
Oh. My. God. This book just leaves me without words. Seriously, it took me a few hours before I could even sit down to write this review. We pick up after the events of Death's Hand. James is feeling guilty, Elise is feeling stubborn, and everyone else is left wondering what happened. The opening scene squicked me out. I hate spiders, and reading about giant venomous spiders only made me cheer harder for Elise. This book gives us more background on what happened to Elise, and my heart hurts for her. I have no idea what happened to her in His garden, but I hate him. I really felt like this book gives us more of Elise, we finally start to see her with all of her faults and gifts. So much happened in this book, I don't even think that I could recap but let me tell you why I loved it.
Elise was so strong in this book. Yes, she is damaged but she does everything she can to survive, and I respect that. Plus, I'm with Elise on the whole James situation. He said he would always be there for her, but he isn't. He isn't! It makes me so mad when he tries to control or think he has any right to what she does. He does whatever he damn well pleases, and doesn't see it necessary to fill her in! I know that's because she's younger than him, but she is no longer a child. I loved the whole dynamic of this book from angels, demons, different planes of existence, giant spiders, and Mr. Black.
I just don't even have enough words to describe why you should read this book. It's filled with so much awesomeness I have no idea how I held off for as long as I did. I can't wait to start the next one.
Elise was so strong in this book. Yes, she is damaged but she does everything she can to survive, and I respect that. Plus, I'm with Elise on the whole James situation. He said he would always be there for her, but he isn't. He isn't! It makes me so mad when he tries to control or think he has any right to what she does. He does whatever he damn well pleases, and doesn't see it necessary to fill her in! I know that's because she's younger than him, but she is no longer a child. I loved the whole dynamic of this book from angels, demons, different planes of existence, giant spiders, and Mr. Black.
I just don't even have enough words to describe why you should read this book. It's filled with so much awesomeness I have no idea how I held off for as long as I did. I can't wait to start the next one.
diz_tn's review
4.0
3.5 stars
This second book in the series is so much better than the first - better written, better organized, better background given. I still felt confused and lost at times when not enough background was given though. The characters are easier to relate to in this book than in the previous one because we are finally shown that each cares about more than him- or herself. This is especially true for Elise, who I felt didn't even want to care about James until the very end of the first book.
I will continue to give this series a chance for now.
This second book in the series is so much better than the first - better written, better organized, better background given. I still felt confused and lost at times when not enough background was given though. The characters are easier to relate to in this book than in the previous one because we are finally shown that each cares about more than him- or herself. This is especially true for Elise, who I felt didn't even want to care about James until the very end of the first book.
I will continue to give this series a chance for now.
eve_boobies's review
3.0
An enjoyable read, this one definitely held far more emotional weight than the last, I really liked it (even though I had tears in my eyes). These characters are going strong, I really like trying to figure out Elise and James’ dynamic, they had some interesting moments. That scene in his bathroom? Damn. I’m not the biggest fan of Anthony but I did like Thom’s addition. I’m very much looking forward to learning more about Him and as a final note: fuck you Stephanie and I’ll miss you Betty. Onto the next one.
casseyt's review
3.0
Better than the first, but there is a lot that just doesn't make sense ito the characters.
woolfardis's review
1.0
Read as part of the Get Through The Crap On Your Kindle You Stubborn Eejit reading challenge.
Nothing succinct to say. See review of previous book in the series. Will not test the third (or any of the /countless/ little novellas/short stories whatever they are).
Nothing succinct to say. See review of previous book in the series. Will not test the third (or any of the /countless/ little novellas/short stories whatever they are).
blackcats_and_bookish's review
5.0
The first time I read this book I was in my late Teens about 12 years ago, at the time I was obsessed with anything supernatural/paranormal not-that-that-has-changed and dark. This series didn't disappoint.
Going forward things begin to change a lot for Elise and friends, especially with James. while I never did like James much he at least showed some humanity toward Elise, this time I felt like he couldn't care less if she lived or died other than it was his duty to keep her alive.
Elise goes through a lot in this book, which brings about big changes to her life, not all in a good way.
As it moves along things get darker, grittier, gorier and all the things I like about a good Paranormal book. With so many different species or myths to keep track of one would think it hard but not with here. We move through at a steady pace, slow enough to remember and fast enough to be bored. Written in dynamic way with many ups and downs to keep you guessing and wanting to know what happens next.
While the writing style or story won't be for everyone, I hope many will still give it a chance.
Going forward things begin to change a lot for Elise and friends, especially with James. while I never did like James much he at least showed some humanity toward Elise, this time I felt like he couldn't care less if she lived or died other than it was his duty to keep her alive.
Elise goes through a lot in this book, which brings about big changes to her life, not all in a good way.
As it moves along things get darker, grittier, gorier and all the things I like about a good Paranormal book. With so many different species or myths to keep track of one would think it hard but not with here. We move through at a steady pace, slow enough to remember and fast enough to be bored. Written in dynamic way with many ups and downs to keep you guessing and wanting to know what happens next.
While the writing style or story won't be for everyone, I hope many will still give it a chance.
shelovestoread81's review
4.0
So I have loved this series since I got the novella that started this series. I just wonder what will happen with James and Elise. I think that this series is going to keep me addicted to it for a long time.
grumpachu's review
3.0
I like this series. The plot is intriguing and Elise is just the right balance of tough badass with a soft side. But omg does this book need some editing. So many typos, so many sentences that don't make sense. The book was free (and self-published, I think) so I can't really complain, but it still irks me. I don't like having my internal editor turned on when I'm reading someone else's book. It ain't fun.