zombi's review against another edition
2.0
I disliked the split narration style of this book. Some authors can carry that off; Stolarz is not one of them. The third-person sections felt stilted and lacked cohesion. I enjoyed the book nonetheless, but it's definitely my least favourite of this series. Looking forward to Black is for Beginnings, due out in 09.
notriverphoenix's review against another edition
5.0
AMAZING!!!!!
Omg he's ALIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Too bad he remembers almost nothing.
good read Blue is for nightmares first.
Omg he's ALIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Too bad he remembers almost nothing.
good read Blue is for nightmares first.
geofroggatt's review against another edition
3.0
Stacey Brown, now about to start Beacon University, hasn't been the same since her boyfriend died. She's stayed at the beachside cottage they shared for months with her friend Amber, refusing to rejoin the outside world. Once she starts having nightmares again, the college president calls her for a private meeting. He reveals that his daughter, Porsha, is having nightmares, too. While Stacy dreams of a ghost, Porsha dreams of a murder she's convinced hasn't happened yet. Together they decode their dark and disturbing dreams to save someone's life. This story was an interesting follow-up to the weakest book in the series, and I felt like it was a decent ending to the series overall. The series was a good gateway back into reading for me, but ultimately there isn’t much reread value, and I don’t care to keep the physical copies of the books no matter how many good memories I have with them.
chevalierene's review against another edition
4.0
As the last book in a series I adore, I thought it had a pretty good conclusion. Parts of it were a bit predictable but it is also geared for teens. And I LOVE the way it's written because it's very modern. I had to laugh at the mention of "Googling", "MapQuest", and "IHOP" because it doesn't shy away from facing what we're used to in this current day and age. The ending was bittersweet but I think it had a pretty good ending. I had to admit that parts of it actually scared me. I like the fact that I get chills from these books though. Even if parts are somewhat predictable I don't care. I always enjoy reading them.
exlibrisfrancis's review against another edition
4.0
i enjoyed this series. i didnt really like the ending though.
merlin_reads's review
2.0
I don't even know where to begin with this book. 2 stars according to Goodreads means it was ok, and that's what this was. First off, this was the first one that was told through two point of views: Stacey (who we're used to) and Shell. Stacey is told in first person whereas Shell is third person. Kind of took me out of the book every time it switched.
The whole story line with Shell seemed pointless to me. I don't know if the author thought she was writing this huge mystery, or if she just thought her reading base was plain stupid. I knew the ending when I read the first Shell chapter. The rest of the book was just filler, annoying filler to get us to the place I already knew was coming.
The whole camp run by a guy named Mason reminded me of like Charles Manson or something, like he was breading criminals, which I guess he kind of was. And letting him pick your mate for you based on what he thinks the "family" needs...yeah, that's not creepy or anything.
So Mrs. Stolarz, I'm going to read the 5th and final book...wait...graphic novel. Yup, the fifth is a graphic novel. Why? I have no effing clue, but I was told it would make sense to me why it needed to be that way. We shall see...
The whole story line with Shell seemed pointless to me. I don't know if the author thought she was writing this huge mystery, or if she just thought her reading base was plain stupid. I knew the ending when I read the first Shell chapter. The rest of the book was just filler, annoying filler to get us to the place I already knew was coming.
The whole camp run by a guy named Mason reminded me of like Charles Manson or something, like he was breading criminals, which I guess he kind of was. And letting him pick your mate for you based on what he thinks the "family" needs...yeah, that's not creepy or anything.
So Mrs. Stolarz, I'm going to read the 5th and final book...wait...graphic novel. Yup, the fifth is a graphic novel. Why? I have no effing clue, but I was told it would make sense to me why it needed to be that way. We shall see...
celise_winter's review against another edition
5.0
I have nothing to share about this novel. I would like to keep my love for it locked in a box where it can't be touched.
caffeineandcatnapsreads's review against another edition
4.0
Red is for Remembrance, by Laurie Faria Stolarz.
Another re-read from my high school days.
3.5/5⭐️⭐️⭐️
TRIGGER WARNINGS-
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Violence, self harm, cult
The fourth book in the 5 book series, Blue is for Nightmares
Stacy is struggling in her first year of collage after the death of her boyfriend Jacob during their summer vacation. The president of the university that Stacey attends introduces her to his teenage daughter, Portia, who is struggling with nightmares of her own that foretell the murder of a boy. Stacey tries to help Portia and they work together to find the boy in her dreams.
This was probably the better of the four (five) books. It was written differently then the first three were and I didn't feel like I was reading the same story but with slightly different characters like the previous books felt like. Though in the beginning you can definitely predict the ending right off the bat. I always find her endings to be very quick and rushed though.
Another re-read from my high school days.
3.5/5⭐️⭐️⭐️
TRIGGER WARNINGS-
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Violence, self harm, cult
The fourth book in the 5 book series, Blue is for Nightmares
Stacy is struggling in her first year of collage after the death of her boyfriend Jacob during their summer vacation. The president of the university that Stacey attends introduces her to his teenage daughter, Portia, who is struggling with nightmares of her own that foretell the murder of a boy. Stacey tries to help Portia and they work together to find the boy in her dreams.
This was probably the better of the four (five) books. It was written differently then the first three were and I didn't feel like I was reading the same story but with slightly different characters like the previous books felt like. Though in the beginning you can definitely predict the ending right off the bat. I always find her endings to be very quick and rushed though.
books2graham's review against another edition
4.0
It jumps back between to characters, Shell and Stacey. By the last chapter you find out who shell really is, and you need to know more! You can't help but crave the 5th book! The series is very addicting!! I can't wait until Black is for Beginnings comes out!!
mystic_dclouds's review against another edition
4.0
Wow, there was a lot going on in this book and for once we had more than one individual similar to Stacey.
Amber. Let’s start with her. Wild, loud, voracious and always wanting to get laid, Amber surprises me in this book. From Stacey’s viewpoint and her recollections, Amber has been there with Stacey ever since the cruise ship accident. I would have thought Drea or Chad would be there since they were the closest to Stacey in the previous books. But no, it was Amber and she cared. Taking away Stacey’s tranquilizer pills, giving Stacey a reality check, checking on Stacey and noting her absences and changes in behavior while giving her space. Amber was there and I was for this friendship all the way. It was heartwarming to see someone unexpected supporting Stacey when she really needed a friend.
Stacey’s emotions were a roller coaster and felt real in this book. Stacey’s relationship with Jacob wasn’t fully fleshed out in previous books so at first, it was hard to understand their level of understanding and trust. However, in this installment through Stacey’s recollections and everyone’s reactions it can be said they both had a strong connection and dearly loved each other. The story focuses more on the mysteries and the related suspense instead of getting caught up in the romances and side stories. Although it’s a good thing, it also reduces the understanding and connection the reader makes with the characters.
As part of this book’s plot there are many new potential wicca learning individuals (or witches if you prefer) introduced. I enjoyed each one since they were unique and not repetitive. We had one who found wicca interesting and was trying to learn even if her thoughts weren’t for “helping” per say, and then we had another who was the center of focus during this book’s mystery. This book also described two characters where one accepted wicca practicing individuals readily and another who took a bit of time to accept them after learning what exactly the practice was about. I found it amazing that the author introduced these characters without ruining the story to provide more diversity and viewpoints.
The main mystery or plot of this story is interesting. Told in dual perspectives of Stacey and Shell we learn of how each of them are eventually trying to get to terms with themselves and get out of their current situations. Stacey, having lost the love of her life finds solace in Porsha’s nightmares hoping that the boy she sees is Jacob. Whereas, Shell having lost his memory finds his new “family” a little concerning as the secrets are revealed. There were both completely different stories in the beginning that ultimately connected at the end making the ending seem a bit rushed.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. Maybe it’s for the hopeful thought that maybe we could see Jacob again or the possibly new characters and views of wicca individuals and how society perceives them discussed. Either way, it was interesting for me and I found the writing quite mesmerizing in this installment. The mystery in this book wasn’t there for me fully but I liked how we were using someone else’s nightmares to save an innocent life. I’m looking forward to ending this series with the next and last book and hoping for a happy ending!
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Amber. Let’s start with her. Wild, loud, voracious and always wanting to get laid, Amber surprises me in this book. From Stacey’s viewpoint and her recollections, Amber has been there with Stacey ever since the cruise ship accident. I would have thought Drea or Chad would be there since they were the closest to Stacey in the previous books. But no, it was Amber and she cared. Taking away Stacey’s tranquilizer pills, giving Stacey a reality check, checking on Stacey and noting her absences and changes in behavior while giving her space. Amber was there and I was for this friendship all the way. It was heartwarming to see someone unexpected supporting Stacey when she really needed a friend.
Stacey’s emotions were a roller coaster and felt real in this book. Stacey’s relationship with Jacob wasn’t fully fleshed out in previous books so at first, it was hard to understand their level of understanding and trust. However, in this installment through Stacey’s recollections and everyone’s reactions it can be said they both had a strong connection and dearly loved each other. The story focuses more on the mysteries and the related suspense instead of getting caught up in the romances and side stories. Although it’s a good thing, it also reduces the understanding and connection the reader makes with the characters.
As part of this book’s plot there are many new potential wicca learning individuals (or witches if you prefer) introduced. I enjoyed each one since they were unique and not repetitive. We had one who found wicca interesting and was trying to learn even if her thoughts weren’t for “helping” per say, and then we had another who was the center of focus during this book’s mystery. This book also described two characters where one accepted wicca practicing individuals readily and another who took a bit of time to accept them after learning what exactly the practice was about. I found it amazing that the author introduced these characters without ruining the story to provide more diversity and viewpoints.
The main mystery or plot of this story is interesting. Told in dual perspectives of Stacey and Shell we learn of how each of them are eventually trying to get to terms with themselves and get out of their current situations. Stacey, having lost the love of her life finds solace in Porsha’s nightmares hoping that the boy she sees is Jacob. Whereas, Shell having lost his memory finds his new “family” a little concerning as the secrets are revealed. There were both completely different stories in the beginning that ultimately connected at the end making the ending seem a bit rushed.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. Maybe it’s for the hopeful thought that maybe we could see Jacob again or the possibly new characters and views of wicca individuals and how society perceives them discussed. Either way, it was interesting for me and I found the writing quite mesmerizing in this installment. The mystery in this book wasn’t there for me fully but I liked how we were using someone else’s nightmares to save an innocent life. I’m looking forward to ending this series with the next and last book and hoping for a happy ending!
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