Reviews

Midnight Rising by Lara Adrian

hixxup79's review against another edition

5.0

this is my favorite book out of the series I felt so bad for the ways Rio's life had been But then Dylan comes around and his life is fullfilled once again. It was sad that her mother gave her life for her. It was also kinda sad when Eva left even though she was a triatorous bitch, but it was also good cause she left giving them her blessing in a way.

zyriana's review against another edition

4.0

Absolutely love this series.

Her character creation is very good. There are a few story lines running at once, and all of them make you eager for more. Well done. I was about to give up on this genre.

If I laugh out loud, shed a tear, or hold my breath while reading a book - I know it's good. And this one, and the rest of the series are definitely ones that make me emotionally connected to the characters.

Well done. Well done.

Thank you Lara Adrian for bringing the Midnight Breed World alive for your readers.

plurabelle's review against another edition

4.0

I had been anticipating Rio's story since the beginning of the Midnight Breed series. Lara Adrian made him out to be this larger than life character in only the handful of scenes he appeared in in the first 3 books, and I think it would have been impossible for this book to have lived up to all the expectations.Taking all of that into consideration, while this book starts off slower than the previous three, it was a quick, enjoyable read. The overall plot was well done, and though there were moments where i would have loved to have smacked the female lead, Dylan...the love story was engaging and well done.

corrychlois's review against another edition

adventurous emotional mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

beckyreadmorebooks's review against another edition

4.0

This book was very good but it felt rushed at the end.

eyj's review

adventurous dark mysterious tense

3.5

heabooknerd's review against another edition

4.0

I've been waiting for Rio's story ever since the tragic betrayal that left him almost dead and MIDNIGHT RISING did not disappoint. Rio has a lot of anger and he's ready to just end everything and my heart is constantly breaking for his pain. He's hurting so much that he only knows how to lash out but the longer he spends around Dylan the more he starts to heal.

I did miss the charming and suave Rio that we saw in the very first book but by the end we started to see that Rio emerge. Helping that was Dylan's incredible compassion and her desire to help this new world she's found herself a part of. Dylan was a really enjoyable heroine; she's smart, genuine, and not afraid to stand up for herself. She is a fighter and so loyal to those she cares for.

MIDNIGHT RISING was a poignant and emotional read and focused more on Rio's recovery and his journey with Dylan rather than the overall Breed/Rogue story arc. That said, there is some development on the Rogue uprising and things are about to get really interesting!

Content Warning: Rio is struggling with PTSD, depression, and suicidal thoughts; Dylan's mom has cancer; references to experimentation and rape of kidnapped women

magikspells's review against another edition

2.0

Eh. Reading these books are like binging a terrible soap opera that I don't have to get too invested in.

fourclarkes's review against another edition

3.0

Not my favorite so far. I like where the story is going and it the back story is definitely keeping me interested. BUT - I felt the love came too quickly. I thought Gio would be more damaged from what happened to him and it would take a little bit longer for him to be "okay." But I liked Dylan, just didn't feel as connected to her as I have with some of the other leading ladies. They make a good match just would have liked there to be a blossoming of sorts instead of the quick and dirty.

trudyd's review against another edition

4.0

I can't say it enough times. I LOVE THIS SERIES!!!!!!!! In a previous book, Rio was injured badly and his heart crushed. He can find no reason to keep going and takes an opportunity to solve his life issues. He finds himself in a cave with a job to do.

Dylan is traveling Europe with some of her mother's friends, living the life her mom is too ill to enjoy. Her breed mate talent is one that will lead her to Rio and the story of her career.

This is a story that was filled with action. The evil in the world is getting closer. Dylan's life is at risk. It will take Rio's love and more to save her. Get ready to bite your nails and shake in fear.

11/06/19 The audio edition really brought this story to life. Oh My Goodness!!!