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areaderamongthestars's review against another edition
4.0
Fall of Night is the amazing second installment in the Genesis Crystal saga, were truths are revealed, tears are cried (mine, if you are asking) and the fight to save the Fae of Nathra City becomes more pressing than it ever was.
A thing that really struck me about this book is how characters’ past traumas are not shoved under a carpet or healed instantly just because they have fallen in love: Tarik is still the hot-headed fae of Dawn Till Dusk, but what is most important is how he tries all the same to overcome his bad habits and his fears the moment he realizes how badly Reagan needs his calm and steady presence to not fall into a pit of darkness and guilt. And it really broke my heart to see that Reagan, after a life caged under Mortdecai’s rule and what happened at the Safe House ‘because’ of her, doesn’t know how to ask for help, for comfort, or if she even deservs to have all of it.
It’s funny (ah ah ah, Tiffany and Becky I hate u two) that now they both believe that they are not worth saving, that they have too much to atone and are basically ready to sacrifice themselves at any given occasion. And I mean, Reagan went through so much in this book that I feel like I’m going to riot if there is even just one threatening situation to her life in book 3 (but at least we had Emmy and Ramiel!!!)
Although I enjoyed it, Fall of Night is a bit weaker than the first book, mainly because it felt like a ‘bridge’ between it and the third one that is more focused on the word-building (I’m really intrigued by the Fae land!!! hopefully we will see more of it) and the character’ development than on the plot: the characters, their relationships and their feelings are in fact what ‘saved’ this book for me.
Related to this I must say that while Reagan and Tarik being a cute couple were adorable and I really loved how their relationship in this book was handled, I missed the tension of this two hating each other and slowly getting close… but I mean, that’s a totally personal thing, and they remain my babies anyway.
I can’t wait to see how the story is going to continue next year and I’m sure until then I will miss all these incredible characters (the twins included) deeply!!!!
[ I was provided by the authors with an earc of this book in exchange of an honest review ]
A thing that really struck me about this book is how characters’ past traumas are not shoved under a carpet or healed instantly just because they have fallen in love: Tarik is still the hot-headed fae of Dawn Till Dusk, but what is most important is how he tries all the same to overcome his bad habits and his fears the moment he realizes how badly Reagan needs his calm and steady presence to not fall into a pit of darkness and guilt. And it really broke my heart to see that Reagan, after a life caged under Mortdecai’s rule and what happened at the Safe House ‘because’ of her, doesn’t know how to ask for help, for comfort, or if she even deservs to have all of it.
It’s funny (ah ah ah, Tiffany and Becky I hate u two) that now they both believe that they are not worth saving, that they have too much to atone and are basically ready to sacrifice themselves at any given occasion. And I mean, Reagan went through so much in this book that I feel like I’m going to riot if there is even just one threatening situation to her life in book 3 (but at least we had Emmy and Ramiel!!!)
Although I enjoyed it, Fall of Night is a bit weaker than the first book, mainly because it felt like a ‘bridge’ between it and the third one that is more focused on the word-building (I’m really intrigued by the Fae land!!! hopefully we will see more of it) and the character’ development than on the plot: the characters, their relationships and their feelings are in fact what ‘saved’ this book for me.
Related to this I must say that while Reagan and Tarik being a cute couple were adorable and I really loved how their relationship in this book was handled, I missed the tension of this two hating each other and slowly getting close… but I mean, that’s a totally personal thing, and they remain my babies anyway.
I can’t wait to see how the story is going to continue next year and I’m sure until then I will miss all these incredible characters (the twins included) deeply!!!!
[ I was provided by the authors with an earc of this book in exchange of an honest review ]
nataliev25's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
"Take chances, make mistakes. That's how you grow. Pain nourishes your courage. You have to fail in order to practice being brave." --Mary Tyler Moore--
This story just keeps getting better! I just love everything about Reagan and Tarik's dynamic and developing relationship. They hold each other up and encourage each other. Even though they're both pretty fragile emotionally, once they see the other's heart, they know what is true.
This story just keeps getting better! I just love everything about Reagan and Tarik's dynamic and developing relationship. They hold each other up and encourage each other. Even though they're both pretty fragile emotionally, once they see the other's heart, they know what is true.
"As long as my mind and body are my own, they're yours. Yours, Tarik. You--everything about you--calls to me in a way no magic ever could. [...] You're like the rise of day. The light that wakes me up, reminds me I'm alive." (Reagan)
[...] "See this is why I couldn't stay away from you, even while I was angry at the whole world. How you saw me as anything byt a jerk, I'll never know. But you, on the other hand...you're what's right with the universe." (Tarik) (pg 76)
Reagan goes through quite a lot in this one. Again, the tough themes and issues addressed are very real and handled with such care, it breaks my heart when she starts talking about not wanting to go on; that she's a burden and can't take the (emotional) pain any more. I definitely started crying when Tarik told her that he loves her for the first time...that whole scene. And then they dance! (*sob*)
"When you start to drown, my hand will reach for you. When your fight is gone, I'll carry you. And maybe I can't fix you, but Gaia, I'll try. Please, Reagan." I softened my voice once ore as she paused in her crying to take a shuddering breath. "I love you. Don't go." (Tarik) (pg 148)
This time it's all about their developing love and how they want and need to express that love to each other. It doesn't get steamy in that way, but there are a couple hot makeout sessions...they aren't emotionally ready for more just yet. With these expressions of love, come some really great lines:
"[Y]ou don't cause me pain, or heartache. You heal them. You heal me. If it weren't for you, I...I'm not going anywhere, Tarik. Not without you." (Reagan)
"I want you like you want bacon. But I won't do this halfway...I want to soak in every kiss, every touch. And when I'm ready, I'll give you my all - because this has to be perfect for you, too. This isn't just about me, you know." (Reagan)
"I'll love you until my very last breath." (Tarik)
Reagan: "This. This is why you're too good for me. Because I'm not afraid to sacrifice myself to save you, but you...you always fight for is both."
Tarik: "I'll fight for us both until you realize your worth, Reagan. I keep going because of you, and if something happened to you? I don't think I'd want to keep on living."
Reagan: "You're the fighter and I'm the survivor. If I don't survive, that doesn't mean you don't have to fight."
Tarik: "Keep surviving, and I'll keep fighting. I promise."
Seriously. Reagan and Tarik are relationship goals, and definitely in my top 5 OTPs.
Cannot wait for book 3!! Please write faster!!
amberb0413's review against another edition
5.0
Tarik and Reagan continue their journey in the second installment!
This was action packed. More fighting, more secrets, more angst. The Fae and the Shifters War is still at a head but more secrets are revealed, new characters are introduced, new allies are gained.
I can’t wait for the next book! That ending
This was action packed. More fighting, more secrets, more angst. The Fae and the Shifters War is still at a head but more secrets are revealed, new characters are introduced, new allies are gained.
I can’t wait for the next book! That ending
amberb0413's review
5.0
Tarik and Reagan continue their journey in the second installment!
This was action packed. More fighting, more secrets, more angst. The Fae and the Shifters War is still at a head but more secrets are revealed, new characters are introduced, new allies are gained.
I can’t wait for the next book! That ending
This was action packed. More fighting, more secrets, more angst. The Fae and the Shifters War is still at a head but more secrets are revealed, new characters are introduced, new allies are gained.
I can’t wait for the next book! That ending
bookishqueendom's review
5.0
What a pleasant surprise !
This book took me on a wild ride. It was super faced paced but well written. The world building was phenomenal. Following the continuation of Tarik and Reagan’s story was everything I wanted it to be and more. The slow burn romance was done in such a great way that just left you wanting more (book 3 and 4 better get steamy yo... don’t blue balls me)
I saw some of the twists but not all which is always a treat for me since I seem to have a sixth sense for plot twists and surprises.
The story left off with some unanswered questions that just have me wanting the next book right meow.
I swear they better be end game or I will riot.
This book took me on a wild ride. It was super faced paced but well written. The world building was phenomenal. Following the continuation of Tarik and Reagan’s story was everything I wanted it to be and more. The slow burn romance was done in such a great way that just left you wanting more (book 3 and 4 better get steamy yo... don’t blue balls me)
I saw some of the twists but not all which is always a treat for me since I seem to have a sixth sense for plot twists and surprises.
The story left off with some unanswered questions that just have me wanting the next book right meow.
I swear they better be end game or I will riot.
baddecisionsbookclub's review
4.0
SO MUCH HAPPENED HERE! This book had so much going on that I didn't know which way to look! From the escape of Nathra to the fight in the ocean to the sea serpent
amii77's review
5.0
I don’t even know how to start writing this review because my feelings are just up and down!! Like wow!!! Fall of Night! Wow!! Just wow!! You guys (Becky and Tyffany) meant to do that right?!! Bringing all that feeeeeeeeeels!! Like whyyy?!!
I really loved how their journey continued and how it showed us the struggles that both Tarik and Reagan were facing
I really loved how their journey continued and how it showed us the struggles that both Tarik and Reagan were facing
_mkarys's review
5.0
All these feelings I’m feeling can’t be legal.
Fall of Night picks up not too far from where we’d left off in Dawn Till Dusk. Tarik and Reagan are preparing to set off with the gang to look for allies outside of Nathra City. Sounds easy? Well, it’s not. Danger lurks around every corner from page one, when they still haven’t left the city. These characters barely have a moment to breathe, there’s so much tension, so many twists. I feared for their life almost all the time. My poor heart!
What I loved most about this book was the characters. We got to see more of the Fae rebels and I fell in love with them all, especially those pesky twins and Caspar. Nevaeh, Reagan’s friend, was more of a confirmation. A glowing confirmation. I loved her in the first book, but somehow loved her even more in this one. What is this sorcery? The authors did an amazing job at developing the group. Then, of course, there are Tarik and Reagan. They deserve their own paragraph.
Tarik and Reagan. Oh. My. GOD! Despite the fact they’ve moved on from the enemies phase and settled into the lovers one, the tension between them is real. They’ve both gone through so much, but while Tarik was the one suffering the most in the first book, now it’s Reagan. She’s struggling mentally and physically, and things only get really bad before they start getting a little better. Tarik, who is still the hot-headed punch-first-ask-questions-later guy we know and love, learns to set aside his temper and dives into his tender side, giving her space and time or just being there and being amazing depending on what Reagan wants and needs. In the midst of all these precious moments, and all the twists and turns this book throws our way, Tarik and Reagan have several very intense scenes that had me begging for more. So much desire. So much angst! *cries*
I’m desperately waiting for book three because I need to devour it and hopefully have things go my way, which they probably won’t. Oh, the suffering!
Fall of Night picks up not too far from where we’d left off in Dawn Till Dusk. Tarik and Reagan are preparing to set off with the gang to look for allies outside of Nathra City. Sounds easy? Well, it’s not. Danger lurks around every corner from page one, when they still haven’t left the city. These characters barely have a moment to breathe, there’s so much tension, so many twists. I feared for their life almost all the time. My poor heart!
What I loved most about this book was the characters. We got to see more of the Fae rebels and I fell in love with them all, especially those pesky twins and Caspar. Nevaeh, Reagan’s friend, was more of a confirmation. A glowing confirmation. I loved her in the first book, but somehow loved her even more in this one. What is this sorcery? The authors did an amazing job at developing the group. Then, of course, there are Tarik and Reagan. They deserve their own paragraph.
Tarik and Reagan. Oh. My. GOD! Despite the fact they’ve moved on from the enemies phase and settled into the lovers one, the tension between them is real. They’ve both gone through so much, but while Tarik was the one suffering the most in the first book, now it’s Reagan. She’s struggling mentally and physically, and things only get really bad before they start getting a little better. Tarik, who is still the hot-headed punch-first-ask-questions-later guy we know and love, learns to set aside his temper and dives into his tender side, giving her space and time or just being there and being amazing depending on what Reagan wants and needs. In the midst of all these precious moments, and all the twists and turns this book throws our way, Tarik and Reagan have several very intense scenes that had me begging for more. So much desire. So much angst! *cries*
I’m desperately waiting for book three because I need to devour it and hopefully have things go my way, which they probably won’t. Oh, the suffering!
a_j_torres0's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
3.0
I received an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Fall of Night is a New Adult Urban Fantasy Romance novel, book 2 in the series.
The Genesis Crystal Saga is a Romance story first and foremost, because of this, the fantasy plot feels like an afterthought. I didn't get a sense of urgency for anything happening unless Reagan was in trouble. The world is vague and I didn't click with most of the story. There were some cute and tenderhearted moments between Reagan and Tarik every now and then, it just wasn't enough for me. I am still curious about where the story is going, but it isn't something I'll be eagerly anticipating.
Fall of Night is a New Adult Urban Fantasy Romance novel, book 2 in the series.
The Genesis Crystal Saga is a Romance story first and foremost, because of this, the fantasy plot feels like an afterthought. I didn't get a sense of urgency for anything happening unless Reagan was in trouble. The world is vague and I didn't click with most of the story. There were some cute and tenderhearted moments between Reagan and Tarik every now and then, it just wasn't enough for me. I am still curious about where the story is going, but it isn't something I'll be eagerly anticipating.
storytellersbymarlou's review
3.0
This book isn't bad. This book isn't great either. It suffered from second book syndrome. The first book was a great urban fantasy and this book just had a lot of building up to do and it kinda lacked the vavavoom of the first book.
Writing style: It's simple writing which makes it super easy to get through. The pace of the book was a little on the slow side for me. The world building and big reveals didn't wow me at all. The first book had a nice flow to it, this book felt like a broken record that keeps skipping and skipping.
Characters: Even though we saw plenty of Reagan and Tarik, I don't feel like I did. They weren't acting out of character or anything, they just felt really far away. Reagan's "I'm useless, I'm not worthy, I'm deadweight" inner battle was extremely annoying. She was such a badass in the first book and she struggled there too, but this book she was just a shadow of herself...
Story: This book did not hold my interest at all. I had to put it away and try again later, because I was just so bored at times. It's not that nothing is happening, but I just wasn't invested enough to care about it.
I am going to read the next book when it comes out, because I want to know how this story continues. I am a little disappointed that this wasn't as great as the first book. I'm giving it 2,5 stars and that rating would be lower if not for the great writing.
Writing style: It's simple writing which makes it super easy to get through. The pace of the book was a little on the slow side for me. The world building and big reveals didn't wow me at all. The first book had a nice flow to it, this book felt like a broken record that keeps skipping and skipping.
Characters: Even though we saw plenty of Reagan and Tarik, I don't feel like I did. They weren't acting out of character or anything, they just felt really far away. Reagan's "I'm useless, I'm not worthy, I'm deadweight" inner battle was extremely annoying. She was such a badass in the first book and she struggled there too, but this book she was just a shadow of herself...
Story: This book did not hold my interest at all. I had to put it away and try again later, because I was just so bored at times. It's not that nothing is happening, but I just wasn't invested enough to care about it.
I am going to read the next book when it comes out, because I want to know how this story continues. I am a little disappointed that this wasn't as great as the first book. I'm giving it 2,5 stars and that rating would be lower if not for the great writing.
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