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A review by beyondevak
Belle Morte by Bella Higgin
5.0
Quick Summary: Wow! Again, I say wow!!!
My Review: Belle Morte was everything! Although it took a minute for the story to get into a steady flow, once it did pick up the pace, its rhythm was swift and strong. This story had great characters, it had exciting drama, and it had insane suspense.
As the story continued to reveal the underlying issues at hand, I found myself wondering a number of things, such as: Who committed the crime against Renie's sibling and why? Why were relations between vampires and donors forbidden? Was there more than one vampire who wanted a deeper human connection? Was the rabid being controlled somehow? Who staged the battle and infiltration? Was there a strategic plan to eliminate certain houses? Was there a new order coming for key players? Why was there such a difference in how Renie and her sister responded to that which shall not be named? (I don't want to ruin things for others, so I'll keep that which shall not be named vague. However, I will add a "Duh duh duh!") What was the deal with Gideon? Why was it that Melissa and her boyfriend were so pushy with Renie after shutting her down initially? Why did Edmond and Renie have such intense chemistry? So many questions!
By the time I got to the end of this story, I confess that I was elated by the revelations made by Edmond and Renie, I suddenly had a keen interest in Ludovic and Roux, I wanted to better understand Belle Morte's leader, I wanted to see inside the other houses and into the minds of the other vampires who visited Belle Morte, especially that dark vamp who assaluted Renie, and I pondered why the author left me hanging with an "I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS IS THE END OF THE STORY!" (Way to keep me wanting more. High five on that, by the way.)
A Special Note: Often it can be rather challenging to establish a new series or to build new worlds. It can also be difficult to create characters who are loved by the masses just as much as by the writer herself. I believe that this author did a really good job with her set up. While many questions were answered in the story, many remained. That is a good thing that can draw readers in and influence them, causing them to want to invest themselves into the story. This story has room to grow. I can see its potential. Allowing it to continue its evolution...there should be no doubt.
My Final Say: At this point, I can unwaveringly say that I am well and truly hooked and cannot wait to find out more about this incredible world and its amazing beings.
Rating: 5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: YA (* There is potential for it to jump into NA and A.)
Re-read: Yes
Keeper: Yes
Interest in being a Beta reader: YES!
Sincere appreciation is extended to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley, who provided access to this title in exchange for an honest review. The words I have shared are my own and have not been influenced by the aforementioned in any way.
My Review: Belle Morte was everything! Although it took a minute for the story to get into a steady flow, once it did pick up the pace, its rhythm was swift and strong. This story had great characters, it had exciting drama, and it had insane suspense.
As the story continued to reveal the underlying issues at hand, I found myself wondering a number of things, such as: Who committed the crime against Renie's sibling and why? Why were relations between vampires and donors forbidden? Was there more than one vampire who wanted a deeper human connection? Was the rabid being controlled somehow? Who staged the battle and infiltration? Was there a strategic plan to eliminate certain houses? Was there a new order coming for key players? Why was there such a difference in how Renie and her sister responded to that which shall not be named? (I don't want to ruin things for others, so I'll keep that which shall not be named vague. However, I will add a "Duh duh duh!") What was the deal with Gideon? Why was it that Melissa and her boyfriend were so pushy with Renie after shutting her down initially? Why did Edmond and Renie have such intense chemistry? So many questions!
By the time I got to the end of this story, I confess that I was elated by the revelations made by Edmond and Renie, I suddenly had a keen interest in Ludovic and Roux, I wanted to better understand Belle Morte's leader, I wanted to see inside the other houses and into the minds of the other vampires who visited Belle Morte, especially that dark vamp who assaluted Renie, and I pondered why the author left me hanging with an "I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS IS THE END OF THE STORY!" (Way to keep me wanting more. High five on that, by the way.)
A Special Note: Often it can be rather challenging to establish a new series or to build new worlds. It can also be difficult to create characters who are loved by the masses just as much as by the writer herself. I believe that this author did a really good job with her set up. While many questions were answered in the story, many remained. That is a good thing that can draw readers in and influence them, causing them to want to invest themselves into the story. This story has room to grow. I can see its potential. Allowing it to continue its evolution...there should be no doubt.
My Final Say: At this point, I can unwaveringly say that I am well and truly hooked and cannot wait to find out more about this incredible world and its amazing beings.
Rating: 5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: YA (* There is potential for it to jump into NA and A.)
Re-read: Yes
Keeper: Yes
Interest in being a Beta reader: YES!
Sincere appreciation is extended to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley, who provided access to this title in exchange for an honest review. The words I have shared are my own and have not been influenced by the aforementioned in any way.