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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
This installment didn’t seem as cohesive as the first 3. Maybe it was because I listened to it instead of read it. I just didn’t connect with this one unfortunately.
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
it was okay, not the most interesting of this series but i liked the backstory of jameson and grayson
I enjoyed this!
Not sure the hate for this book. Yes, it was different than the original trilogy, but I liked the feeling of it. It’s more brooding, gives a noir drama feel, more luxurious, and exclusive. The games are brought into the real world and real secrets and implications begin to form. It was interesting to see Jameson and Grayson battling with themselves and have character development, ones we needed to see versus Xander and Nash who were already fully formed, confident, as much Hawthorne as they were human. Jameson and Grayson needed time to find themselves, and this was an interesting addition to the future series
Not sure the hate for this book. Yes, it was different than the original trilogy, but I liked the feeling of it. It’s more brooding, gives a noir drama feel, more luxurious, and exclusive. The games are brought into the real world and real secrets and implications begin to form. It was interesting to see Jameson and Grayson battling with themselves and have character development, ones we needed to see versus Xander and Nash who were already fully formed, confident, as much Hawthorne as they were human. Jameson and Grayson needed time to find themselves, and this was an interesting addition to the future series
So, um, kinda put me in a reading slump and it was a struggle to get through it, but would do it again...?
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
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The Brothers Hawthorne by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is a thrilling and entertaining return to the world of high-stakes puzzles, family secrets, and charismatic chaos. This installment shifts the spotlight to the Hawthorne brothers themselves, giving us a deeper dive into their personalities, motivations, and complicated relationships—with each other and with the legacy they've inherited.
The Brothers Hawthorne by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is a thrilling and entertaining return to the world of high-stakes puzzles, family secrets, and charismatic chaos. This installment shifts the spotlight to the Hawthorne brothers themselves, giving us a deeper dive into their personalities, motivations, and complicated relationships—with each other and with the legacy they've inherited.
It was so much fun seeing Grayson and Jameson step into the lead. Their dual storylines offered just the right mix of mystery, emotional growth, and classic Hawthorne drama. There’s a lot going on, but Barnes keeps it moving at a solid pace, and the twists are clever without being over the top. While I did miss a bit of the tighter focus from the original trilogy, the expansion into the brothers' inner worlds was a satisfying next step.
If you loved The Inheritance Games, this is a great way to dive deeper into the lives of the boys who made the series so addictive. Smart, layered, and just enough heart to balance the games.
Another well written book in the series, very hooking and wanting you to know everything as you read, perfectly timed switches between Jameson and Grayson throughout the book keeping you on the edge throughout. Can’t wait for the next book in the series!
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No