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The Coveted, by Laura Thalassa

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holsarmstrong's review against another edition

3.0

3.75 overall.

I’m so obsessed with laura’s writing it has got to the point that I don’t even care what I’m reading
but this book was just as good as book one even though it did feel a little more fillery.
I also really like how andre and gabrielle haven’t jumped into anything yet. it’s a slow burn I am rooting for.

jenner33's review against another edition

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3.0

I really enjoyed the story with the devil. I did predict a lot of it but it was still entertaining. The love story is semi-annoying.

caseymac's review against another edition

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adventurous dark medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

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amanda1620's review against another edition

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2.0

I'm not really feeling this book. The main character, Gabriella is less annoying for sure, but it seems like she's also lost that edge that she have, she's softer now, crying a lot. Well, it seems like all of the characters are softer compared to the first book. On the other hand, Andre, doesn't seem like he got the wisdom of being 700 years-old, he just seems like a teenage boy.

I don't think I'm going to continue with the series.

linzbassett's review

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4.0

I'm really starting to enjoy this series. I enjoyed the first but thought it was really cheesy. I got annoyed by how many times Gabrielle completely gushed over Andre in the first book. In this one, I feel like the unnecessary comments on how sexy he's supposed to be lessened. I also feel that Andre let up on the controlling nature a tiny bit, which was good. I feel like Gabrielle is starting to turn into a strong lead character. She's standing up for herself, thinking things through, and able to save her friends. It was nice because while I felt like she saved herself and her friends, I also feel like they saved her. I think that the murder mystery aspect of The Coveted was interesting. I hope that she ends up working more cases. I think it gave the story something more than just her dealing with learning that she's supernatural and fawning over Andre.

For my complete review check out: http://linzthebookworm.blogspot.com/2016/09/book-review-coveted-by-laura-thalassa.html

momwithareadingproblem's review

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5.0

The Coveted by [a:Laura Thalassa|7152490|Laura Thalassa|https://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/authors/1372456585p2/7152490.jpg] is book two of the Unearthly series and picks up about one month after book one left off. Gabrielle is now working for the Politia and hasn't spoken to Andre since the night his mansion burned. After a witch is killed and drained of her blood, all fingers are pointing to the vampires. It's up to Gabrielle to put her problems aside and work with Andre to solve the case before more people die and the truce between vampires and the supernatural community dissolves.

The dead were not so scary. The living were the ones you had to watch out for. -Gabrielle

Again I love these characters. Gabrielle is really starting to rely on her instincts and learn to use her gifts as a vampire and siren in this installment. Not only that but she confronts her own demons and faces Andre. Oh Andre, how I love thee!!! This character makes a great protagonist and antagonist all at the same time. Inherently he is evil, he's a vampire. However now that he has met his soulmate, he is starting to have human feelings again and it makes him very adorable! The man in the suit is back and haunting Gabrielle even more, again he is a perfect villain. Super creepy and gives me goosebumps! Leanne, Oliver, and Caleb are also back and I love the humor and irony they bring to the main character's life. It gives the book a good balance.

There were so many more things I'd rather be doing than this, such as getting my wisdom teeth pulled without local anesthetic, streaking through Peel Castle during a school day, going in for a pelvic examination with a male doctor. Yeah, I was that uninterested in this demonstration. -Gabrielle

The twists and turns in this book left me reeling! I loved the whole murder mystery tied into the All Hallows Eve festival. It made for a page-turning read. Also there was no way I could've predicted this ending. I was left hopelessly clueless until the last page and begging for more! I really can't wait to see just where the author takes this series. It's definitely going to be good!

meredithmaclyr's review against another edition

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3.0

J'ai bien plus aimé ce livre que le premier tome ! Je trouve que les personnages commencent à se stabiliser progressivement. On a encore beaucoup de clichés et de personnages types, mais ils commencent progressivement à prendre une dimension plus intéressante. Quant au scénario, j'avoue avoir été un peu frustrée de voir le temps qu'il a fallu à Gabrielle pour parvenir à certaines conclusions que j'avais déjà faites de mon côté. Mais j'ai apprécié la lecture et passé un bon moment. Je vais continuer avec le 3ème tome, parce que... tout ceci commence à devenir intéressant et que je suis curieuse d'en apprendre plus sur la nounou bizarre, le diable et tout le reste !

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Guessing time ! (si vous ne voulez pas être spoilez ne lisez pas !

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Je me pose tout de même une question... est-ce que, quand elle deviendra vraiment un vampire, Gabrielle perdra sa magie de sirène ? Ou est-ce qu'elle cumulera complètement les deux ? Je penche pour l'addition de deux magies, mais cela voudrait dire qu'elle aurait une magie des vivants et l'une des morts. Est-ce que ce ne serait pas pour ça que le diable la veut ? Pour pouvoir justement contrôler les âmes des gens avant leur décès ?

Voilà ! C'est tout pour moi ! Bonne journée à vous et bonne lecture !

Merry

madbookworm15's review against another edition

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dark mysterious fast-paced

Loveable characters? No

2.5

lucy_rain_and_cupcakes's review against another edition

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3.0

3.5 stars

I love the cover, and was really looking forward to this book. However, I wished it was a bit longer and more. I thought the story progress a bit rush, I thought the plot kind of jump one to another. Also, we still have no idea why the Devil wants Gab. Very little romance in this book too.

kat1105's review

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adventurous mysterious tense 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

3.25

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