mind.
futuristic.
savage.
I really enjoyed the first three-quarters of this book, but that is when it went downhill for me. I can see a potential for the third book in the series to be really great, or a huge failure. I'm a little aprehensive to find out because I want the time spent reading it to be worth a great ending, you know? Let's just say the jury's out on if I would recommend adding this series to your collection. So far there's been one good book amidst the two I've read, as 3/4 of the first book was lacking and last 1/4 of the second. I'll let you know what I think. But if you think it sounds like something you might be into reading based on the back cover, then I'd say go for it. If you are on the fence about it, I'd suggest waiting for my critique so you don't feel like a fraction of your life has been wasted (;
4 out of 5 stars
27 September 2010
Bleeding Violet by Dia Reeves
loss.
for.
words.
As I sit here pondering which three words will accurately critique this book, I am at a loss for words. This isn't necessarily a bad thing. Bleeding Violet is quite unique, and at the same time reminiscent of every book you've ever read combined. (I know this sounds conflicting, but you'll get what I mean if you take a chance on this recommended read.)
I really enjoyed the storyline. It reminded me of one of Tim Burton's animated movies that are really geared toward adults. The plot was creepy, intriguing, and kept my attention throughout.
Dislcaimer: If you are like myself, you might view the bad language used here/there and adolescent sexual content as outside of the realm of our clean fiction bubble. I wish this book were clean because I really enjoyed it otherwise. If you don't mind editing some parts as you read, then I'd say go for it!
4.5 out of 5 stars
for.
words.
As I sit here pondering which three words will accurately critique this book, I am at a loss for words. This isn't necessarily a bad thing. Bleeding Violet is quite unique, and at the same time reminiscent of every book you've ever read combined. (I know this sounds conflicting, but you'll get what I mean if you take a chance on this recommended read.)
I really enjoyed the storyline. It reminded me of one of Tim Burton's animated movies that are really geared toward adults. The plot was creepy, intriguing, and kept my attention throughout.
Dislcaimer: If you are like myself, you might view the bad language used here/there and adolescent sexual content as outside of the realm of our clean fiction bubble. I wish this book were clean because I really enjoyed it otherwise. If you don't mind editing some parts as you read, then I'd say go for it!
4.5 out of 5 stars
10 September 2010
Blood and Chocolate by Annette Curtis Klause
animalistic.
[at times too] sexy.
realistic.
This isn't just another werewolf book. I mean that is a large part of it, but it the way the idea was used was a more realistic portrayal of how life for a teen werewolf might truly be. Clearly a confusing time in any teens life, add to that the confusion of belonging to a pack and to society and trying to fit in and survive in both worlds simultaneously; no simple solution for that dilemma.
The thing that bothered me about this book was how sexually-minded the main character is. In a way it makes sense since she is a wild, beautiful she-werewolf, but it still felt inappropriate to me.
In the end, I was pleased with the outcome. It's a pretty quick read, so pick it up!
4 out of 5 stars
[at times too] sexy.
realistic.
This isn't just another werewolf book. I mean that is a large part of it, but it the way the idea was used was a more realistic portrayal of how life for a teen werewolf might truly be. Clearly a confusing time in any teens life, add to that the confusion of belonging to a pack and to society and trying to fit in and survive in both worlds simultaneously; no simple solution for that dilemma.
The thing that bothered me about this book was how sexually-minded the main character is. In a way it makes sense since she is a wild, beautiful she-werewolf, but it still felt inappropriate to me.
In the end, I was pleased with the outcome. It's a pretty quick read, so pick it up!
4 out of 5 stars
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