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erinmd156's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
rdbehrens's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
javalenciaph's review against another edition
5.0
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Note: This ARC was provided by St. Martin's Press in exchange for an honest review.
Reap is the second novel in bestselling author Tillie Cole's dark and twisted series entitled Scarred Souls. This story is told from the points of view of 221, Talia Tolstoi, and her brother, Luka Tolstoi, whose own story can be found in the first novel, Raze. Just a brief backgrounder: Luka swore to 362, also known as Goliath, that he would attain the revenge that 362 was seeking when they escaped the gulag in Alaska, and Luka has been trying to find out the true identity of 362 in order to see if he can gather information on who took 362 all those years ago. Now, 362's back story ties in with that of 221, but I don't want to give too many details out because then what would be the point of me encouraging you to go and read the book on your own, right? I will suggest, though, that you read both books in order so you have the whole picture.
Goodness, Tillie Cole sure knows how to come up with these male characters who are physically strong but are emotionally scarred. She did it with Luka in Raze and she's done it again with 221, who does have a name--Zaal--but I won't give any other additional information on him about his past or true identity going forward--here in Reap. I kid you not when I say that 221 is tortured--physically, mentally, psychologically, and emotionally--and the man's scars run deep. The drug he's been given on a regular basis is far more powerful than anything Luka had to live with, plus he was experimented on and trained to kill for almost double the amount of time Luka was. Talia is the first person who looks at him with kindness and treats him like the human being that he still is and the whole experience is something completely foreign to him.
I initially wondered why Luka had his own POV in the story and I was wary in the beginning because he already got his story told. But I totally got why the author chose to do it this way. You see, Luka's story wasn't over and done with. Enduring a life like he did in the gulag carries with it ramifications and he continues to deal with those here. I did like how Luka and Kisa's relationship continues to evolve even though they're already married and as emotionally invested as I am with these two, I'm glad that they strive to overcome all the challenges. With that being said, Talia and Zaal had me teary-eyed a time or two (or more) and I hope they'll continue to be a presence in the next book, Ravage, because that tiny bit of a cliffhanger ending has me more than curious. Reap is a five-plus-starred read I am highly recommending. ♥
Note: This ARC was provided by St. Martin's Press in exchange for an honest review.
Reap is the second novel in bestselling author Tillie Cole's dark and twisted series entitled Scarred Souls. This story is told from the points of view of 221, Talia Tolstoi, and her brother, Luka Tolstoi, whose own story can be found in the first novel, Raze. Just a brief backgrounder: Luka swore to 362, also known as Goliath, that he would attain the revenge that 362 was seeking when they escaped the gulag in Alaska, and Luka has been trying to find out the true identity of 362 in order to see if he can gather information on who took 362 all those years ago. Now, 362's back story ties in with that of 221, but I don't want to give too many details out because then what would be the point of me encouraging you to go and read the book on your own, right? I will suggest, though, that you read both books in order so you have the whole picture.
Goodness, Tillie Cole sure knows how to come up with these male characters who are physically strong but are emotionally scarred. She did it with Luka in Raze and she's done it again with 221, who does have a name--Zaal--but I won't give any other additional information on him about his past or true identity going forward--here in Reap. I kid you not when I say that 221 is tortured--physically, mentally, psychologically, and emotionally--and the man's scars run deep. The drug he's been given on a regular basis is far more powerful than anything Luka had to live with, plus he was experimented on and trained to kill for almost double the amount of time Luka was. Talia is the first person who looks at him with kindness and treats him like the human being that he still is and the whole experience is something completely foreign to him.
I initially wondered why Luka had his own POV in the story and I was wary in the beginning because he already got his story told. But I totally got why the author chose to do it this way. You see, Luka's story wasn't over and done with. Enduring a life like he did in the gulag carries with it ramifications and he continues to deal with those here. I did like how Luka and Kisa's relationship continues to evolve even though they're already married and as emotionally invested as I am with these two, I'm glad that they strive to overcome all the challenges. With that being said, Talia and Zaal had me teary-eyed a time or two (or more) and I hope they'll continue to be a presence in the next book, Ravage, because that tiny bit of a cliffhanger ending has me more than curious. Reap is a five-plus-starred read I am highly recommending. ♥
booklovershangout's review against another edition
5.0
Tillie does it again! I absolutely loved this story. It is the second in the Scarred Souls series and it definitely holds it's own. Reap is intense, emotion and beautiful, you will not be able to put it down. I love Tillie Cole's books and I am always excited to see what she will write next.
florm's review against another edition
3.0
Cuando lees estos libros preparada para lo que te vas a encontrar, las perspectivas cambian muchísimo. Me gustó, no es ¡waw! pero se lee muy rápido, la historia engancha y tienen unos protagonistas masculinos que te rompen el corazón.
Prefiero a Luna antes que a Zaal (o como sea el nombre del protagonista). Las palabras rusas todavía me tienen un poco descolocada pero me sigue pareciendo un idioma muy bonito. Voy a seguir leyendo la saga porque le veo mejora en un futuro.
Prefiero a Luna antes que a Zaal (o como sea el nombre del protagonista). Las palabras rusas todavía me tienen un poco descolocada pero me sigue pareciendo un idioma muy bonito. Voy a seguir leyendo la saga porque le veo mejora en un futuro.
wellreadbadlybehaved's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
4.5
You are for me.
Loving this series! Zaal and Talia did not disappoint. I highly recommend listening to the audiobook.
*First Listen: 17 June 2024*
rachelreadsdaily's review against another edition
medium-paced
5.0
This story was very similar to Raze, but learning more about testing the drugs and the impact they had was awful. It's like as the series progresses, the behavior of the captors gets worse, but that makes the journey to redemption that much sweeter.