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4.02 AVERAGE
4.02 AVERAGE
It all came together
The growth of the characters finally came to a head and kept me turning the pages until I was finished. Growth and pacing were perfect and I enjoyed every page.
The growth of the characters finally came to a head and kept me turning the pages until I was finished. Growth and pacing were perfect and I enjoyed every page.
Jade is back with her chocolate goodness! And oh boy what a delicious treat is Treasures, Demons, and Other Black Magic. The Dowser has become one of my favorite Urban Fantasy series, if you haven't read it yet, I don't know what you are waiting for, start reading this series today!
->Every time I read this series, I feel like I need to have cupcakes nearby, and chocolate, loads of chocolate...
->Warning! This review contains certain sensitive information, and may be a spoiler if you haven't read book 1&2, please think carefully before you continue reading this review.
Poor Jade, she just can't catch a break. When Jade return after three month and a half training with the dragons, she only have one thing in mind. Hunt down her sister, otherwise known as psycho Black Witch to the Others. With the help of her green-hair werewolf bestfriend/protector, Kandy, her vampire friend/mentor/or whatever he is to Jade, Kette. And her overactive, possible ADD fledgling Dragon companion, Drake. You would think this mission might be littler easier for Jade, WRONG!
It seem no matter what Jade does, she is always one step behind her evil, psycho foster sister. Even when she have a plan she somehow ended up making more mistakes then she intended.
->I wouldn't say Jade is badass yet, she is still in training after all. But as a half-witch and half-something else (censor for those who haven't read book 2), Jade is no doubt unique and would be quite powerful in the near future. I love reading about Jade's magic, I think it's neat and refreshing. Badass or not, Jade kick-butts in this book!
->I felt really bad for Jade in this book, it seem all of her friends were quite harsh on her.
Jade made a decision to stay behind the Dragon Nexus, in order to avoid all her love ones ended up dead in Sienna's hands. Her strength and magic were simply not strong enough, and she needed the training to be prepare. It seem some may not understand Jade's absence. Now, what's interesting is Jade actually left the Dragon Nexus early, well she actually sneak out. Does this mean she will be returning to the Nexus and continue her training?
->Jade has a good heart, maybe too good. She need to become mentally and emotionally stronger in order to survive the magic world. Or just eat loads of chocolate and bake plenty of cupcakes (I think this would work out pretty well too).
Sienna on the other hand, I did not feel bad for her at all. She is after all quite murderous, arrogant, power hunger, full of envy and you know pure evil.
->very happy about how this ended, though I am positive Jade disagreed. But I don't have any complaints.
Compare to the the first two books, this book is much darker, there are more dead and more friends will be hurt. Jade will be force on making decisions in order to save all her love ones, and you know everyone else. I thought the pace of this book was great, how the story unfold was solid and very well written. Each part in Jade's journey on finding her foster sister were full of actions. The anticipation lead up to the ending battle definitely kept me on edge. This book continue with strong world building, and characters developments. I thoroughly enjoy reading this book.
So, there were interesting developments on Jade and Kette...
->Kette is definitely growing on me, I am quite intrigue on Kette. I am interested to learn more about him (yeah, can you tell I am a fan?).
->Anyone else like Drake? He is quite a character, I hope we see more of him in the future.
->Not enough of Desmond in this book!! (sad)
However, when Desmond do appear in the book, I was totally hang up on it. I love the chemistry he has with Jade, and how he trusts Jade and supports her in this book. Jade also confide in Desmond when she was too afraid and guilty to tell the others. I love their connection and relationship. But I am not sure what will happen to them now, and I can't help but to remember the warning Kandy keep giving Jade. But I am still keeping positive thoughts though (one can only hope).
I wonder what waits for Jade in the next book, I can't wait!
I highly recommend this series to those who enjoy Urban Fantasy genre.
Happy reading!
Finished!! Now onto reading her Oracle book when I have some spare cash.
I enjoyed seeing Jade’s journey so far. I am also excited to see where she goes.
I enjoyed seeing Jade’s journey so far. I am also excited to see where she goes.
I’m not even sure why I find these books so enjoyable. I can’t tell if it’s the whole magic world the author created, the side characters, or that it’s just so easy and fun to read... maybe the cupcakes. I gave it 4 stars only because there were a few things that bugged me. I still hate the whole product placement thing. I don’t care what kind of jeans Jade’s wearing or how expensive her shoes are. I feel like those details are a bit unnecessary. Also some of the relationships bother me. The whole thing with Desmond I find so confusing. This one had a lot more action and the plot moved faster than the first two. I’ll keep reading.
Initial thoughts review: I'm continuing to read to see who she ends up with. Flirting through three books and barely anymore more! Ugh!
This was just ok for me. I wasn't drawn in by anything that happened and it didn't feel particularly suspenseful. Even during the big fight, I found myself unconcerned about everyone involved, which is very unlike me. I usually get very attached to characters. I'm glad Sienna's finally dead. Because that whole thing just got old and there were no reasons for her actions. I'm not in any hurry to continue the series. I was really hoping this was the conclusion.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I would give this five stars, if it weren't for the first person perspective that drives me crazy. However, I still love this series and our protagonist.
Great read. Excellent plotting. Well written. Great characters. Love all the twists in this book. Never know what to expect next.