shealwaysreads's review
4.0
she loves without forming an unlikely alliance?
Review:
I have reached the end of The Mentalist Series and book three did not disappoint. However, it leaves me questions a longing for a continuation.
What I enjoyed in keeper versus the other books was this one offered us a dual perspective. The story was told from Gemma and Russ' point of view. Which I found to be well written and intriguing to have the story played out from alternating persons. Now if you read the series you'll become very familiar with the pair. But you'll only of Russ from Gemma's POV. Throughout all the previous works your left wanting more of Russ, I mean after all he was thrown into a whole new mix of life.
The intertwinement of Averters, Empaths and Keepers was stitch perfectly to a tee. Watching the world of the mentalist and the illusions in which groups thought of each other was a powerful movement that ended it all.
I wasn't sure how this would series would wrap up and While it was very climatic, it was also somewhat demure. What I had anticipated was not what had occurred. Although I didn't get the ending I had hoped for, I found the one that Udogu provided fit perfectly into place. Especially once you get the chance to learn more about the different groups and the history of them.
The Keepers did seem to up the romance slightly, but it was over the top and it didn't detract from the storyline. In fact, it adds the perfect flare to be mixed in with the very action pack, on the move story line.
One thing I very much enjoyed that Kenechi was able to capture was the shifting emotions I had for characters. It was a lot of second guessing my own feeling about them and pondering as too what the right way was to go. Who should Gemma side with and who is the good guy.
Kenenchi Udogu meticulously rounded this series up with a very impactful ending. But also left me wondering is this really the end for Gemma and Russ' story?
Review:
I have reached the end of The Mentalist Series and book three did not disappoint. However, it leaves me questions a longing for a continuation.
What I enjoyed in keeper versus the other books was this one offered us a dual perspective. The story was told from Gemma and Russ' point of view. Which I found to be well written and intriguing to have the story played out from alternating persons. Now if you read the series you'll become very familiar with the pair. But you'll only of Russ from Gemma's POV. Throughout all the previous works your left wanting more of Russ, I mean after all he was thrown into a whole new mix of life.
The intertwinement of Averters, Empaths and Keepers was stitch perfectly to a tee. Watching the world of the mentalist and the illusions in which groups thought of each other was a powerful movement that ended it all.
I wasn't sure how this would series would wrap up and While it was very climatic, it was also somewhat demure. What I had anticipated was not what had occurred. Although I didn't get the ending I had hoped for, I found the one that Udogu provided fit perfectly into place. Especially once you get the chance to learn more about the different groups and the history of them.
The Keepers did seem to up the romance slightly, but it was over the top and it didn't detract from the storyline. In fact, it adds the perfect flare to be mixed in with the very action pack, on the move story line.
One thing I very much enjoyed that Kenechi was able to capture was the shifting emotions I had for characters. It was a lot of second guessing my own feeling about them and pondering as too what the right way was to go. Who should Gemma side with and who is the good guy.
Kenenchi Udogu meticulously rounded this series up with a very impactful ending. But also left me wondering is this really the end for Gemma and Russ' story?
shirleycuypers's review
4.0
Original review
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Kenechi Udogu!
Keepers is the third and final book about Gemma and Russ. In Sentient, Gemma and Russ came across Anthony, a hybrid who wanted to recruit Gemma to fight the Keepers. Now in Keepers, they come across Anthony’s father, Eamon, who’s a Keeper and wants to find Anthony. Everything is so weird for Gemma, she doesn’t know who she should trust – Anthony or Eamon. Who should she trust in order to protect her family?
Keepers was such a good book to end The Mentalist Series. I loved that there was a double perspective: Gemma and Russ. You got to know what Russ was thinking and feeling too and it was just everything I needed. Gemma and Russ are so cute together, they know each other so well and they are just perfect for each other! When they do something, they always think of each other. They are the perfect couple!
Keepers was the perfect book to end a series. It was fast-paced, it had a double perspective and it was just so good! From Aversion to Keepers, there was a lot of character and plot development. Keepers was definitely an amazing book and I cannot wait to read the prequel novella, Broken Ties.
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Kenechi Udogu!
Keepers is the third and final book about Gemma and Russ. In Sentient, Gemma and Russ came across Anthony, a hybrid who wanted to recruit Gemma to fight the Keepers. Now in Keepers, they come across Anthony’s father, Eamon, who’s a Keeper and wants to find Anthony. Everything is so weird for Gemma, she doesn’t know who she should trust – Anthony or Eamon. Who should she trust in order to protect her family?
Keepers was such a good book to end The Mentalist Series. I loved that there was a double perspective: Gemma and Russ. You got to know what Russ was thinking and feeling too and it was just everything I needed. Gemma and Russ are so cute together, they know each other so well and they are just perfect for each other! When they do something, they always think of each other. They are the perfect couple!
Keepers was the perfect book to end a series. It was fast-paced, it had a double perspective and it was just so good! From Aversion to Keepers, there was a lot of character and plot development. Keepers was definitely an amazing book and I cannot wait to read the prequel novella, Broken Ties.
nchinnici's review
3.0
Keepers, the last book in the Mentalist trilogy, started out much stronger than the first two books and stayed that way. While the first two books were told solely from Gemma’s perspective, this one opens up to Russ’s point of view as well, making for a more well rounded story. My one gripe with that was that I found their voices to be incredibly similar, sometimes making it difficult to remember which point of view I was reading. There was also a lot more action in this plot and most of the chapters ended in small cliffhangers, urging me to read faster. And the conclusion had nice closure to the overall story arc while leaving it open for potential additions later. This was, I think, the best book of the bunch.
helensbookshelf's review
3.0
A fun story with likeable characters and lots of action but I ended up getting lost with the plot and that made me lose interest towards the end.
Gemma and Russ just think about things too much. The different groups and their different powers are complicated, and remembering what's happened, who's who, and what everyone is doing is hard enough on its own. Add in Gemma and Russ speculating and thinking about everything everyone says and it's very hard to keep track of what's happened and what they thought might have happened / could happen.
All it really needs is a good editor. There is a decent story here and the characters are interesting and likeable. I really like the way the 'bad' people aren't actually bad - they want something other than violence and evil for the sake of it. They just want different things to the main characters.
The Mentalist is a fun and original series that has masses of potential. I'm very interested to see what the author does next.
Gemma and Russ just think about things too much. The different groups and their different powers are complicated, and remembering what's happened, who's who, and what everyone is doing is hard enough on its own. Add in Gemma and Russ speculating and thinking about everything everyone says and it's very hard to keep track of what's happened and what they thought might have happened / could happen.
All it really needs is a good editor. There is a decent story here and the characters are interesting and likeable. I really like the way the 'bad' people aren't actually bad - they want something other than violence and evil for the sake of it. They just want different things to the main characters.
The Mentalist is a fun and original series that has masses of potential. I'm very interested to see what the author does next.
cupofbooksreviews's review
4.0
I received Keepers by Kenechi Udogu in exchange for an honest review. I have given this book four out of five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The last book in The Mentalist Series had me hooked from the very first chapter! I normally love the third book in a trilogy as it's when all of the action comes together and that's exactly what this book had to offer!
Throughout Keepers, the book is written from both perspectives of Gemma and Russ, which I thought worked really well. In Sentient, the second book of The Mentalist Series, I stated in my blog review that I would like to learn more about Russ and his life in the next book which is exactly what I received! Reading about Russ' thoughts and feelings was everything I needed and more! Again, I completely adored each scene I came across with Gemma and Russ in. There's just something about their relationship and the way they were with each other that had me rooting for them throughout the series.
I enjoyed learning about new characters that were introduced, especially Jose. He had some quirks and mystery behind his well-developed character which I liked reading about and would love to read more into his story. Also, I became quite fond of Nirmayi. It was difficult to figure out whether or not you could trust her at times, but I liked that element to her character because it kept the mystery and a lot of questions were popping up about her and her actions in my head. Unfortunately, we didn't see as much of Laura as I would have hoped to have read about. I really enjoyed learning about her in Sentient and thought that was going to be the start of giving her a bigger part in the final instalment.
I thought Keepers had the perfect balance of action, fast paced scenes, and likeable characters to finish off the incredible series with. Although I really enjoyed the first book, Aversion, I would have to say this is probably my favourite book from The Mentalist Series. I love Udogu's writing throughout the book and think she did a great job with wrapping up the finale as it leaves you knowing a lot but also wondering what they might face in the future. I would love to read more about the future Gemma with her family and friends.
I'd definitely recommend this series to fans of young adult, mystery, paranormal, action genres. I would rate the entire series overall with four out of five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
More...