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rihoward's review
5.0
Broken Captive
All the Stars. ALL. OF. Them. Whenever I see new words from this author appear I stop, as quick as I can, everything I am doing in order to consume these words. Today, I happened to be in my car waiting on my son as he was grabbing our pizza. I almost left him there. As it was, I sped(why is my autocorrect telling me this isn't a word... it is the past tense of speed but I digress) all the way home risking a speeding ticket because her words are that important.
After having made it home safely, I can say that the risk of getting a ticket and almost running over a pedestrian or two, was well worth it. This might be my favorite of the series yet. The story continues right where part two left off and it was intense. However, what stood out to me the most was that in this portion of the story, there is an added insight into the characters minds as they process the plethora of emotions, many of them foreign, that they are all experiencing. In the previous books, it was inferred what they were thinking or feeling and not given much depth. In this book that changed. They were not just acting on a primal urge(well they were in some ways) but there were legitimate emotions and thought processes also at play this time. This was much needed because it gave me, as the reader, a better idea of the dynamics behind each character. The author also expanded on her exemplary worldbuilding skills and gave me a deeper appreciation of the environment that these characters live in.
I liked watching each of the Alphas (Caspian, Toby, and Kieran) vacillate and grow in regards to the connection towards Wren. To my surprise, my appreciation toward Kieran grew tremendously. A few things come out in this story that made a few of the pieces fall into place. That being said, they all still have their moments where they need to be junk punched. Wren though, she just continues to ascend towards the pinnacle of being my favorite female character from this author. Her perseverance, strength, and unwavering ability to take the fractured and broken pieces (literally and figuratively) and meld them into something even stronger is inspiring. Her unwavering devotion to her kids, all of them, had me in awe. If only every "mother" loved unconditionally like that.
This author and her words are still my versions of the "drink me" potion from Alice in Wonderland. As long as she writes, any and all the words I will continue to fall down the rabbit hole for her. I cannot wait to see where this series goes next.
All the Stars. ALL. OF. Them. Whenever I see new words from this author appear I stop, as quick as I can, everything I am doing in order to consume these words. Today, I happened to be in my car waiting on my son as he was grabbing our pizza. I almost left him there. As it was, I sped(why is my autocorrect telling me this isn't a word... it is the past tense of speed but I digress) all the way home risking a speeding ticket because her words are that important.
After having made it home safely, I can say that the risk of getting a ticket and almost running over a pedestrian or two, was well worth it. This might be my favorite of the series yet. The story continues right where part two left off and it was intense. However, what stood out to me the most was that in this portion of the story, there is an added insight into the characters minds as they process the plethora of emotions, many of them foreign, that they are all experiencing. In the previous books, it was inferred what they were thinking or feeling and not given much depth. In this book that changed. They were not just acting on a primal urge(well they were in some ways) but there were legitimate emotions and thought processes also at play this time. This was much needed because it gave me, as the reader, a better idea of the dynamics behind each character. The author also expanded on her exemplary worldbuilding skills and gave me a deeper appreciation of the environment that these characters live in.
I liked watching each of the Alphas (Caspian, Toby, and Kieran) vacillate and grow in regards to the connection towards Wren. To my surprise, my appreciation toward Kieran grew tremendously. A few things come out in this story that made a few of the pieces fall into place. That being said, they all still have their moments where they need to be junk punched. Wren though, she just continues to ascend towards the pinnacle of being my favorite female character from this author. Her perseverance, strength, and unwavering ability to take the fractured and broken pieces (literally and figuratively) and meld them into something even stronger is inspiring. Her unwavering devotion to her kids, all of them, had me in awe. If only every "mother" loved unconditionally like that.
This author and her words are still my versions of the "drink me" potion from Alice in Wonderland. As long as she writes, any and all the words I will continue to fall down the rabbit hole for her. I cannot wait to see where this series goes next.
hamigustafsson's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
mom2three's review
5.0
Gutted. That is how I'm feeling now. This installment is gut-wrenching almost from beginning to end. And the end will leave you hanging. If you don't like cliff-hangers then I suggest waiting until the story is complete. Just know that Addison Cain loves to torture (in the best way) her readers and that the ending might be a very long time coming. Depriving myself of the pleasure this twisted, depraved, beautiful story brings me is worse than being left hanging from the edge of a cliff by my bitten-off fingernails, so I'll continue to read it as it's released.
This is the third story in Wren's Song, and like I said before, it is a killer. It picks up where the last book ends, and you are thrust back into the heart-ache and pain on page one. There are a few glimpses of the sun, but mostly you are trudging through the mud (who doesn't love the mud?) with these four broken characters. There are some revelations in this one, new bargains struck, old bargains shredded, and I'm not sure anything is going to be the way it was before, but I'm going to let you discover those for yourself. If you love the dark, enjoy pain with your pleasure, and think all the best love stories have just as much hate as love then this is the perfect one for you. Beware: You will fall into a serious book-hangover and nothing will be right with the world for days, but it is worth all that and then some.
This is the third story in Wren's Song, and like I said before, it is a killer. It picks up where the last book ends, and you are thrust back into the heart-ache and pain on page one. There are a few glimpses of the sun, but mostly you are trudging through the mud (who doesn't love the mud?) with these four broken characters. There are some revelations in this one, new bargains struck, old bargains shredded, and I'm not sure anything is going to be the way it was before, but I'm going to let you discover those for yourself. If you love the dark, enjoy pain with your pleasure, and think all the best love stories have just as much hate as love then this is the perfect one for you. Beware: You will fall into a serious book-hangover and nothing will be right with the world for days, but it is worth all that and then some.
lifeinthebooklane's review
ETA - I have removed my rating as this is yet another unfinished series by this author. I have enjoyed her work, but I can no longer support someone who repeatedly starts a series and leaves it unfinished.
Oh my word, this is an absolutely amazing series.
More Caspian, Kieran, Toby and Wren goodness, or badness depending on your point of view. Oh Wren I do love you, with your sheer determination and your love for your children. She is fabulous and even when the men are at their pigheaded worst she never feels like a victim or a weak heroine. In truth, and despite what she sometimes believes, Wren's only brokenness is in her fingers, literally. She shines like the most precious glittering gem, despite the very real mud and filth that surrounds her.
And Kieran, oh Kieran, what wondrous spell-casting has Ms C achieved to lift you from most reviled and hateful of men to a tortured and vulnerable hero. Oh his truth will break your heart and cast his vitriol in a whole new light. He is now risen head and shoulders above the mental tsunami that is Toby and the gluttonous well of self-blinkered ignorance that is Caspian.
But great sorrow filled my heart that this book had to end, and on a dagger point of a cliff-hanger too. Nope it isn't a trilogy, as I think most of us had suspected. So whilst part of me bemoans the fact that the tale is still not complete, a larger part rejoices in the knowledge that there is still more good badness to be had with this quartet.
Oh my word, this is an absolutely amazing series.
More Caspian, Kieran, Toby and Wren goodness, or badness depending on your point of view. Oh Wren I do love you, with your sheer determination and your love for your children. She is fabulous and even when the men are at their pigheaded worst she never feels like a victim or a weak heroine. In truth, and despite what she sometimes believes, Wren's only brokenness is in her fingers, literally. She shines like the most precious glittering gem, despite the very real mud and filth that surrounds her.
And Kieran, oh Kieran, what wondrous spell-casting has Ms C achieved to lift you from most reviled and hateful of men to a tortured and vulnerable hero. Oh his truth will break your heart and cast his vitriol in a whole new light. He is now risen head and shoulders above the mental tsunami that is Toby and the gluttonous well of self-blinkered ignorance that is Caspian.
But great sorrow filled my heart that this book had to end, and on a dagger point of a cliff-hanger too. Nope it isn't a trilogy, as I think most of us had suspected. So whilst part of me bemoans the fact that the tale is still not complete, a larger part rejoices in the knowledge that there is still more good badness to be had with this quartet.
ladybouse's review
1.0
Intentional depravity. After I stepped back all I could do was laugh. You can't bring yourself to feel for any of the characters. None of them have any redeeming qualites. So the nastier they get the harder I have laughed... its obvious the intent was to take it to as depraved a place as they could get it and in the process the characters got lost.
kellyyoungbl's review
5.0
5 stars
This is probably my favorite series by Addison Cain. Even though it’s very dark, I still feel all the things the characters feel. I can’t wait for the next book.
This is probably my favorite series by Addison Cain. Even though it’s very dark, I still feel all the things the characters feel. I can’t wait for the next book.
kidisitor's review
5.0
While just as dark as the first two books in this series, this one has an air of hope about it. We see a slight change in the alpha's attitude and behavior. A shift in their dynamics. Ever so slightly. This books up right where book two ends. It also is not the end of the story. It has an open ending of sorts. And you will need to read the previous books to follow this one. While there is sexual content, it isn't as predominate in this edition. The series is as the title says... about a Captive, so there may be triggers for some readers as the young captive is often forced to do things she may not want to do. (This goes for each book in the series thus far.) This whole series is about a young Omega women (or mouse) who sacrifices herself for a couple of young boys she considers her own. For their safety and well being. She gives herself to three Alphas (the cats) who hold the boys future in their hands, and use it to manipulate the mouse. She is stronger then they think though. It's rough and edgy. Volatile yet has a softness about it at times. Due to the subject matter, this is suitable for mature readers.
triciacoker's review
5.0
I love Addison Cain's work. It keeps me coming back over and over to meet this interesting characters, full of life and flaws, and I love each and every one of them, even the ones I love to hate. Wren makes me want to cheer her on and hug her close as she explores the strange relationship she's found herself in, with all it's pleasures and pains. Kiernan, Caspian, and Toby are an intriguing mix of personalities, wants and desires I love watching express themselves in every steamy way. But the erotic aspect aside, the world she creates feels gritty and vibrant and strangely real, and it sets her apart as an author. I want to delve into these places and learn their history and meet more people, while reveling in the story she does provide. Another fantastic read, but not for the faint of heart!
serialromancelibrarian's review
5.0
Would be 5 stars but..just revised to 5 stars
Love Addison Cain’s twisted mind and this is a very good story. However, this installment is short and it took such a long time for it to be released. I’m wondering how many other less-than 100 page installments will be released with months separating them for me to know all of Wren’s story. If there are only 4 books it could’ve been 2 novels. I don’t like the marketing strategy. I love her writing, just not how I feel I’m being strung along. With months between the books I’m losing interest in the story and having to drum it up again. I waited until today to read this book even though it’s been on my Kindle since the day it was released! I don’t get this new trend. I’m a fan, but I prefer standalones! I wish I had waited to read this until it was all released so I could just binge. I think from now on, I will! Wonder what will happen to Wren. I’ll have forgotten the angst by the time the next book comes out!
Love Addison Cain’s twisted mind and this is a very good story. However, this installment is short and it took such a long time for it to be released. I’m wondering how many other less-than 100 page installments will be released with months separating them for me to know all of Wren’s story. If there are only 4 books it could’ve been 2 novels. I don’t like the marketing strategy. I love her writing, just not how I feel I’m being strung along. With months between the books I’m losing interest in the story and having to drum it up again. I waited until today to read this book even though it’s been on my Kindle since the day it was released! I don’t get this new trend. I’m a fan, but I prefer standalones! I wish I had waited to read this until it was all released so I could just binge. I think from now on, I will! Wonder what will happen to Wren. I’ll have forgotten the angst by the time the next book comes out!