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fuzypaech's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
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
4.0
heartmenot's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
smartinez9's review
5.0
This reminded me of how much I loved this series—a surprisingly authentic and original YA PNR.
smuttea_matcha's review
3.0
It's so good to read about Chloe and Derek again! Yes, yes, I ship them so hard. I thought it was really interesting to read about Rae and how she's trying to make up for the mistakes she made in the past, but she ends up making the same mistake. I also love how in the background we get to explore Chloe and Derek's relationship and how real-life problems (like college) affect them. I was never a fan of Maya and her trilogy, but I might pick it up again just because of the promise of more Chloe and Derek. So, if you're a fan of Darkest Powers, I totally recommend this (how could you not want to read this?).
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I'm glad that Derek decided to start college early instead of waiting for Chloe and how they both know they'll stick together (swoon).spookyjen's review
4.0
I love seeing how Chloe has grown and matured. I hope I get to see some stories of her and Derek grown up and deciding more of their future - if they work for the Cabals or strike out on their own.
luna_rondo's review
3.0
I love Kelley Armstrong - and I love Chloe and Derek, so I knew I had to read this.
My only problem was, I had forgotten who half of the characters were by the time I started it. I also had wished it was a bit longer than 80 pages.
Loved the artwork inside though.
My only problem was, I had forgotten who half of the characters were by the time I started it. I also had wished it was a bit longer than 80 pages.
Loved the artwork inside though.
books_and_cha's review
3.0
I loved this book - not because it was particularly well written or profound, but because it made me HAPPY. I loved being able to revisit Chloe and Derek. I have read The Darkest Powers series countless times - it is major source of comfort to me - and being able to go back into that world, however momentarily, made me feel great. I finished it in about an hour this morning and am still feeling good. It was wonderful to see how Chloe and Derek have grown, both as individuals and in terms of their relationship. I feel as though I've grown with them.
novelheartbeat's review
4.0
Back in Chloe's POV! Yaaaayyy!! After reading three books in Maya's POV, though, Chloe seems almost...meek. Despite the fact that I enjoyed the Darkest Powers waaay more than I enjoyed Darkness Rising, I have to admit that I like Maya better. *gasp* Atrocious, right? Okay, so maybe it's not that I like her better, I can just relate more to Maya. And she is pretty badass.
Still, it was amazing to get back into the world of Derek and Chloe! I have to say that I missed them. A lot. And now they're growing up...thinking about serious relationships, and college...squee! The only reason this got a higher rating than the rest of the series did is, well, BECAUSE DEREK. <3
It was interesting to see Rae again, and get a little insight into what's going on in her mind. Oh, and LIZ!
My only complaint about this one is that there was MORE running/thwarting adults. I feel like that's all the entire Darkness Rising series was about O_O
Also, I was kind of hoping there's be an appearance from the mentioned Pack near Syracuse, but oh well. Maybe in another spin-off, Kelley?