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Review: Bloodrose by Andrea Cremer

Goodreads description:
Calla has always welcomed war.

But now that the final battle is upon her, there's more at stake than fighting. There's saving Ren, even if it incurs Shay's wrath. There's keeping Ansel safe, even if he's been branded a traitor. There's proving herself as the pack's alpha, facing unnamable horrors, and ridding the world of the Keepers' magic once and for all. And then there's deciding what to do when the war ends. If Calla makes it out alive, that is.

My thoughts: So, let’s get down to it. Bloodrose was great. Better than Wolfsbane (book2), but not as good as Nightshade(book1).

I could not put this book down. I know most people say this about books they love, but I was seriously reading way past midnight. On school nights. Reading during class. I actually got mad when people wouldn’t be quiet whilst I was reading. That’s how captivated I was.

Pretty much the only thing I didn’t like was that a lot of likable people died. Then I knew I had to realize – it’s like Mockingjay. The book was about a war. People die. It happens. Am I still sad? Yep. Did I almost cry in the middle of a class? Absolutely.

Then there’s the love triangle introduced in book 1. I feel like this book strengthened that triangle and it is so difficult to pick a side! But I think that deep down, I’ll always be “Team Ren”. As shown to the right of my page in my “my teams” section :)

Despite how much I liked this book, I don’t really have much to say. If you’re already a fan of the series, stick with it to the end. I want to read the prequel series, starting with Rift. So hopefully you’ll hear back from me about that soon.

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I'm also listening to a Russian language educational CD, but I couldn't find the right picture for it.

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Review: Nightshade by Andrea Cremer

Goodreads description: Calla Tor has always known her destiny: After graduating from the Mountain School, she'll be the mate of sexy alpha wolf Ren Laroche and fight with him, side by side, ruling their pack and guarding sacred sites for the Keepers. But when she violates her masters' laws by saving a beautiful human boy out for a hike, Calla begins to question her fate, her existence, and the very essence of the world she has known. By following her heart, she might lose everything- including her own life. Is forbidden love worth the ultimate sacrifice?

My Review:

Originality: I thought Nightshade was really original. I haven’t read any story where you actually get into the mind of the pack. With Breaking Dawn, from Jacob’s point of view, I didn’t really get the feel for pack life, and in Raised by Wolves by Jennifer Lynn Barnes it was from Bryn’s point of view, and Bryn is a human so it wasn’t the same. But in Nightshade, from Calla’s POV, you get right in there with the pack and how the pack functions. I got to see the animalistic side of wolves for once. It was really interesting.

Characters: Both packs are really great! Calla runs the Nightshade pack, and Ren controls the Banes. They are both good leaders in their own ways. Calla was an amazing lead female who was just flat out confused. She’d gone through life knowing exactly what her future would be like, but as that future got closer, she wasn’t sure if it was what was right for her. Ren…is just…I don’t know. Sometimes he’s a big jerk, but he can be a good guy. And Shay? I love Shay. He’s just so curious sometimes that its dangerous.

Content: Loved the content with the wolf pack stuff. I don’t read much wolf related books, but when I do, I love seeing how each author puts a new twist to the material. There weren’t just wolves in Nightshade; there were other mythical creatures that added to the greatness.

Setting: Nightshade was set in Colorado, in the mountains. The setting was absolutely perfect for the story. Wolves actually reside in the mountains of Colorado so it made sense that they would be there. And the mountains actually added to elements of the plot.

Overall Enjoyment: I adored Nightshade and can’t wait to read the next two, Wolfsbane and Bloodrose. The pace of the story was the best. I could sit down and pick up the book and the next thing I know I’ve gotten through half the book. I’m usually a slow reader but Nightshade went by fast. I know I’m late starting this series, and most of you have probably already read it, but if you haven’t, I strongly encourage you to do so. Pick it up from your library, download it to your e-reader, or even take a trip to your local bookstore. Whatever your preferred method is, read this book. Seriously.

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I also read an ARC copy of The Beautiful Code by Sadie Hayes, however I can't find a picture of it anywhere.

 

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