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my_name_is_elaina's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
abbievillehorror's review against another edition
4.0
I definitely let too much time pass between the first book and the sequel, so I know I wasn’t able to get the full impact of the story because of that. Still, Kiersten White is a fantastic writer capable of drawing tension so tight may the further you venture into the story, and of creating worlds so immersive with such few words. That said, this book definitely felt a bit short. Not necessarily rushed, but I think there could have been more time devoted to what was happening in the relationships between characters.
sk24's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/5 stars
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Perfect Lies was all-in-all a pretty good book. I liked it more than the first book, Mind Games, so I'm glad I decided to continue the series. I really enjoyed the last bit of the story; it was completely captivating. Especially considering what Annie saw and it had me wanting to know how it was all going to go down. Kiersten White provided a great transition from Mind Games. She didn't overload the reader with information so that you feel like you are re-reading the first book, which seems to be much too common with sequels. Just enough information was provided to spark the memories.
Like the first book, Perfect Lies is told in non-linear fashion. There is no present time in this novel, which I found kind of odd. I'm not sure exactly why that was. I mean, I kind of get it, because it's all leading up to something. And I get why Annie's chapters are the way they are, because she's in the past and seeing things that will happen in the future. But, why weren't Fia's chapters in the present? They definitely could have been. I don't know. It was a bit odd, but I guess it doesn't really matter. It still made sense. There was no present time, just before and after a certain event.
I found that I liked Annie a lot better in this one. I didn't really care for her in Mind Games. But, something was different with her character in this one. She seemed more likable or something. I also liked Annie's relationship. It was way more believable and much easier to get into than Fia and James. I DO NOT like James! And I think Fia is stupid for loving him. She's supposed to have perfect instincts but she chooses to love that jerk? I don't get it.
Read more at SIK Book Reviews
Perfect Lies was all-in-all a pretty good book. I liked it more than the first book, Mind Games, so I'm glad I decided to continue the series. I really enjoyed the last bit of the story; it was completely captivating. Especially considering what Annie saw and it had me wanting to know how it was all going to go down. Kiersten White provided a great transition from Mind Games. She didn't overload the reader with information so that you feel like you are re-reading the first book, which seems to be much too common with sequels. Just enough information was provided to spark the memories.
Like the first book, Perfect Lies is told in non-linear fashion. There is no present time in this novel, which I found kind of odd. I'm not sure exactly why that was. I mean, I kind of get it, because it's all leading up to something. And I get why Annie's chapters are the way they are, because she's in the past and seeing things that will happen in the future. But, why weren't Fia's chapters in the present? They definitely could have been. I don't know. It was a bit odd, but I guess it doesn't really matter. It still made sense. There was no present time, just before and after a certain event.
I found that I liked Annie a lot better in this one. I didn't really care for her in Mind Games. But, something was different with her character in this one. She seemed more likable or something. I also liked Annie's relationship. It was way more believable and much easier to get into than Fia and James. I DO NOT like James! And I think Fia is stupid for loving him. She's supposed to have perfect instincts but she chooses to love that jerk? I don't get it.
bibliohannah's review against another edition
4.0
still feel as if this was too short. and the ending was slightly confusing, but it was still very very good. recommend.
lostinafairytale's review against another edition
4.0
I loved Annie and Cole's relationship! It made the entire book for me (:
trisha_thomas's review against another edition
5.0
"The people we love are the ones with the power to destroy us."
what an amazing, twisty, turning, blood-pumping crazy ride. This story had me on the edge the whole time. I couldn't quite tell who was lying and who wasn't. I couldn't tell who were good and who were bad and what it really all meant.
This was a great book 2. I'm so so sad. to leave everyone behind. But there are so many promises and so much hope now....it's right. I'm so glad I made this journey. This series has been wonderfully addictive.
what an amazing, twisty, turning, blood-pumping crazy ride. This story had me on the edge the whole time. I couldn't quite tell who was lying and who wasn't. I couldn't tell who were good and who were bad and what it really all meant.
This was a great book 2. I'm so so sad. to leave everyone behind. But there are so many promises and so much hope now....it's right. I'm so glad I made this journey. This series has been wonderfully addictive.
poorashleu's review against another edition
3.0
Originally posted at yAdultReview
I happliy reviewed the first book in this series here. Which is why it will come to no surprise when I saw this on Edelweiss I knew I had to read it. This book picks up very quickly after the first one ends. It has the same narrators, Annie and Fia, and has the same dual timeline. While the dual timeline got old for me after awhile, the dual point of view didn’t. I enjoyed Fia’s sarcasm, and Annie continuously being Annie. White even through in a Hunger Games reference which was spot on for this year of pop culture.
There is a heavier mention of boys in this book, with James for Fia and Adam for Annie, but I spent the whole book questioning both of them. Which is weird for me. I tend to trust White’s love interests ASAP, but these two sent off my DANGER WILL ROBINSON vibe for most of the book. Particularly when James called Fia “pet.” It made me shudder, every. single. time. Hint for men out there, call me “Pet” I will bitch face you. Not even lovingly. Just a flat out bitch face.
This story seemed all about Annie and Fia becoming more confident in who they are. Which was a nice change from the first book, where they were clearly, and understandably not sure. This book also showed a side of both characters where it was better to be content with who you are than who you should be.
This book is much, much stronger than the first. There is absolutely no question about that. I am still a firm believer that this duology should have been one book. It would have worked and flowed easier if it was one book, but it is a solid sequel. I continue to look forward to what White has to bring to the YA table.
I happliy reviewed the first book in this series here. Which is why it will come to no surprise when I saw this on Edelweiss I knew I had to read it. This book picks up very quickly after the first one ends. It has the same narrators, Annie and Fia, and has the same dual timeline. While the dual timeline got old for me after awhile, the dual point of view didn’t. I enjoyed Fia’s sarcasm, and Annie continuously being Annie. White even through in a Hunger Games reference which was spot on for this year of pop culture.
There is a heavier mention of boys in this book, with James for Fia and Adam for Annie, but I spent the whole book questioning both of them. Which is weird for me. I tend to trust White’s love interests ASAP, but these two sent off my DANGER WILL ROBINSON vibe for most of the book. Particularly when James called Fia “pet.” It made me shudder, every. single. time. Hint for men out there, call me “Pet” I will bitch face you. Not even lovingly. Just a flat out bitch face.
This story seemed all about Annie and Fia becoming more confident in who they are. Which was a nice change from the first book, where they were clearly, and understandably not sure. This book also showed a side of both characters where it was better to be content with who you are than who you should be.
This book is much, much stronger than the first. There is absolutely no question about that. I am still a firm believer that this duology should have been one book. It would have worked and flowed easier if it was one book, but it is a solid sequel. I continue to look forward to what White has to bring to the YA table.
novelheartbeat's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
While this may not have left a lasting impression on me, I really enjoyed it while I was reading it. Kiersten White’s books are always a great distraction – I have no problem getting swept up in her storytelling! However, there was one big flaw this book had in my eyes: It was forgettable.
We all orbit the brilliant, chaotic burning of [Fia's] star.
I still really liked Fia! She’s more of an antiheroine. Like I said in my review of Mind Games: She’s not really a likable person. She’s damaged, out of control, and a bit hostile. She’s done bad things and has a dark side; she’s filled with bitterness, regret, and anger. Maybe that’s why I like her! Side note: I found it interesting that Fia’s tapping was finally explained. I never gave it much thought, but now it makes sense!
The people we love are the ones with the power to destroy us.
I didn’t like James so much in this book. I understand that Keane is his father, but he kind of sympathized too much with the bad guy. There were times when I wasn’t really sure where his loyalties were, and I hate what he asked Fia to do in the end.
My biggest complaint about this book was that the timeline was a little confusing. It took me an embarrassingly long time to realize that both timelines were moving forward, just at different times. To tell you the truth, I wasn’t paying much attention to the date stamps in the beginning. Big mistake! Even so, it was hard sometimes to differentiate which parts happened in what order.
I do have to say that the ending was pretty awesome! It was all coming down to the climax, and both timelines merged into that one big moment. There was a sense of desperation and that made for very fast pacing!
ASSESSMENT
Plot: 3.5/5
Premise: 4/5
Writing style: 4/5
Originality: 3.5/5
Characters: 3.5/5
World-building: 3.5/5
Pace: 4.5/5
Feels: 3/5
Cover: 3.5/5
cupcakegirly's review against another edition
3.0
It is now 2:30a.m. and I have spent the last three hours reading this (cover to cover). I'm still not entirely sure what happened but morning is going to hurt, bad. <3
gabrielavmarques's review against another edition
3.0
This sequel fell short for me. Aftr really enjoying Mind Games, I thought I would love this. Unfortunately, Perfect Lies falls into that category we bookworms know a lot about: the not-as-good-as-the-first-book. *signs*
It was enjoyable and a fun, fast-paced read. However, it lacked depth and more developed characters and sitations. While reading, I kept thinking this should be a novella.
It was enjoyable and a fun, fast-paced read. However, it lacked depth and more developed characters and sitations. While reading, I kept thinking this should be a novella.