marietheresle's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
medusax0's review against another edition
5.0
WOW!!
This book is better than I could have expected. It was one of those pull you in from the first page, can't put down, up till 3 in the morning kind of books! I loved every single page. I love pierce she is so strong and independent ready to do anything for the people she loves no matter the costs and that is something to admire. While ready this book I couldn't help but to laugh at some of the things she would say or do it made me love her about a million times more. Also I didn't think it was possible to fall more in love with John Hayden, god he was perfect. You could just tell how much he loved her and all the things he went through to keep her with him, it was all just so sweet and adorable. But the person I loved most was mr. Smith he even though afraid of what John might do, still told him what was on his mind it took tremendous strength to stand up to John
And tell the ruler of the underworld that he was wrong very admirable. Alex... Ugh I disliked so much I thought he was rude and ignorant and just pain unpleasant, but all the shot that Pierce went through to talk to him and he still ignored her that pissed me off to no end, and then he had to pay the ultimate price that got everybody else dragged in that could be tremendously bad. Long story short amazing as always Mrs. Cabot has yet to disappoint me. Oh yeah, Ioooooove Hope, she's the best(:
This book is better than I could have expected. It was one of those pull you in from the first page, can't put down, up till 3 in the morning kind of books! I loved every single page. I love pierce she is so strong and independent ready to do anything for the people she loves no matter the costs and that is something to admire. While ready this book I couldn't help but to laugh at some of the things she would say or do it made me love her about a million times more. Also I didn't think it was possible to fall more in love with John Hayden, god he was perfect. You could just tell how much he loved her and all the things he went through to keep her with him, it was all just so sweet and adorable. But the person I loved most was mr. Smith he even though afraid of what John might do, still told him what was on his mind it took tremendous strength to stand up to John
And tell the ruler of the underworld that he was wrong very admirable. Alex... Ugh I disliked so much I thought he was rude and ignorant and just pain unpleasant, but all the shot that Pierce went through to talk to him and he still ignored her that pissed me off to no end, and then he had to pay the ultimate price that got everybody else dragged in that could be tremendously bad. Long story short amazing as always Mrs. Cabot has yet to disappoint me. Oh yeah, Ioooooove Hope, she's the best(:
l1brarygirl's review against another edition
4.0
Good second book. More of John's backstory is revealed and the relationship between him and Pierce is developed. I have a feeling there is more to Kayla than meets the eye and I can't wait to see what happens in book three with her and Frank, Alex, and the rest of the gang!
charlottet21's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed most of this book, but a lot of it seemed to be the same: jumping from one thing to another, no major plot. I do like John, but I kind of find it annoying how many times Pierce forgives him, and so easily as well. Overall, a good book, but not as good as Meg Cabot's others, in my opinion.
kbyer's review against another edition
4.0
still good but it took place in about a grand total of two days, they need to slow their relationship down
lberestecki's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book better than the first one in the series, but I'm still not crazy about the series overall, probably because I'm not a huge fan of the Hades and Persephone story.
mountie9's review against another edition
3.0
The Good Stuff
The cover is beautiful (I'm a sucker for a jewel toned cover)
Really enjoyed the secondary characters, especially John's crew and Kayla
Hilarious dialogue at times (Unfortunately, not as much as in previous books)
Story is very fast paced
The premise of the story is a unique twist on the persphone tale
Keeps me guessing on what is going on and the motivations behind everyone's actions -- can't wait till the final book in the trilogy
Adored the scene where Pierce is discussing pregnancy in the Underworld with Mr. Smith -- it's hilarious, made me giggle on the bus
Smokin chemistry between Pierce and John (Which probably explains why she puts up with his slightly stalkerish ways)
The background info about Isla Huesos is fascinating and enjoy all the bits about mythology
The Not So Good Stuff
John is a tad too controlling for my comfort - I can understand his reasoning, but still kinda creepy
Pierce is on the weak side - I expect stronger heroines from Meg
Story jumps around a little which was a tad frustrating
Honestly, I enjoyed Abandon more, but this was ok for a second book in a trilogy -- always a tough book to write I imagine
Only a minor thing but I got a tad irritated with the constant mentions of the Hurricane of October 1846 and that Isla Huesos (Island of Bones) is over the Underworld -- we get it (I know picky picky and I am in a bit of a mood today - so take this with a grain of salt)
Favorite Quotes/Passages
"Sorry," Kayla said. But she didn't look sorry."Impulse control issues. Why do you think I'm in New Pathways for, anyway? Be happy I didn't hit you in the head with a fire extinguisher."
"But I get it. People have always been desperate for stories that explain why bad things happen to good people, myths with happy endings to give them hope. They don't want to know that when we die, what lies beyond may not be all harps and halos."
"This is certainly better than world history, which is where I'd be sitting if I were back in Isla Huesos right now." If school hadn't been canceled due to the giant hurricane bearing down on the island, anyway."
Who Should/Shouldn't Read
Would say only for those who have read the first book, you may be way too confused if you don't
For fans of mythology (but start with the first book - trust me)
3.5 Dewey's
I received this from Scholastic in exchange for an honest review
The cover is beautiful (I'm a sucker for a jewel toned cover)
Really enjoyed the secondary characters, especially John's crew and Kayla
Hilarious dialogue at times (Unfortunately, not as much as in previous books)
Story is very fast paced
The premise of the story is a unique twist on the persphone tale
Keeps me guessing on what is going on and the motivations behind everyone's actions -- can't wait till the final book in the trilogy
Adored the scene where Pierce is discussing pregnancy in the Underworld with Mr. Smith -- it's hilarious, made me giggle on the bus
Smokin chemistry between Pierce and John (Which probably explains why she puts up with his slightly stalkerish ways)
The background info about Isla Huesos is fascinating and enjoy all the bits about mythology
The Not So Good Stuff
John is a tad too controlling for my comfort - I can understand his reasoning, but still kinda creepy
Pierce is on the weak side - I expect stronger heroines from Meg
Story jumps around a little which was a tad frustrating
Honestly, I enjoyed Abandon more, but this was ok for a second book in a trilogy -- always a tough book to write I imagine
Only a minor thing but I got a tad irritated with the constant mentions of the Hurricane of October 1846 and that Isla Huesos (Island of Bones) is over the Underworld -- we get it (I know picky picky and I am in a bit of a mood today - so take this with a grain of salt)
Favorite Quotes/Passages
"Sorry," Kayla said. But she didn't look sorry."Impulse control issues. Why do you think I'm in New Pathways for, anyway? Be happy I didn't hit you in the head with a fire extinguisher."
"But I get it. People have always been desperate for stories that explain why bad things happen to good people, myths with happy endings to give them hope. They don't want to know that when we die, what lies beyond may not be all harps and halos."
"This is certainly better than world history, which is where I'd be sitting if I were back in Isla Huesos right now." If school hadn't been canceled due to the giant hurricane bearing down on the island, anyway."
Who Should/Shouldn't Read
Would say only for those who have read the first book, you may be way too confused if you don't
For fans of mythology (but start with the first book - trust me)
3.5 Dewey's
I received this from Scholastic in exchange for an honest review