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rihoward's review
5.0
5 I really need to be committed Stars
No seriously, I either need to be committed or I need an intervention because apparently years of therapy trying to deal with a tumultuous childhood is NOT getting me any closer to discovering why I am drawn to some of the craziest stuff I have ever read. I am trying to come up with words that can describe my feelings on this book (or really anything this author writes) Gobsmacked. Nope. Astonished. Nope. Dumbfounded. Close. Flabbergasted. Closer. Titillated. Definitely. Yet, none of these words quite fit when it comes to this author when I try and put my feelings for what she does into words. This leaves me frustrated because when I was getting my literature degree the Thesaurus and increasing my vocabulary was essential to not sound repetitive. Yet, here I am unable to articulate my feelings in words. Instead, I just keep repeating my favorite phrase, "HOLY TITFIRE" as I am scratching my head wondering if I need to go in search of absolution from Father John Francis this week (Sidenote I am no longer Catholic, so that is troubling in itself) because only bad Bad BAD girls would derive such pleasure from a story like this.
This author takes the degrading and the obscene and makes them both enticing and delicious. Her Omegaverse and world building are truly sublime and transcend almost anything else that I have read. She truly is one of a kind. I really need to quit challenging myself by saying she cannot push me out of my comfort zone any more than she has because like the true sadist she is she does. I don't even think this author could color in the lines if she wanted. At this point, I am inclined to agree with her always pushing the envelope because by writing something like this it truly shows that she writes for what her soul cries and not the dictates of society. For her writing truly is in her blood.
This book, as intense (and disturbing) as it was just reiterated that she is the true Queen of Omegaverse. It continues the story of Wren, Caspian, Kieran, and Toby. Wren. Just give this beautiful girl the crown for the most loved female character from the Mad world of Ms. Cain. Hands down my favorite of all her females characters. Life hasn't been easy for her yet her spirit and fight perseveres. My heart ached for her, was touched by her grateful side, and then cheered for her as she fought against the injustices she was dealt with (in this book in particular). The men at one time or another would show a crack in their armor where I thought I might like them and then, as fast as a mouse scurrying away with cheese, those feelings would dissipate. Each of them has a hidden moment that showed they all had ulterior motives for their deception. I think I have an idea of where this will go in the future but knowing the mind of this madwoman (aka the author in case there was any confusion as to whom I am referring to) anything can (and most likely will) happen
In the interim, while I am waiting for the conclusion of this book to be released I am going to up my wine intake, embrace that I love the kinky depraved Omegaverse, and probably throw the finger at society (and seeking absolution in particular) and instead find out how much my one way ticket to hell is going to cost me. Good thing I like the heat.
No seriously, I either need to be committed or I need an intervention because apparently years of therapy trying to deal with a tumultuous childhood is NOT getting me any closer to discovering why I am drawn to some of the craziest stuff I have ever read. I am trying to come up with words that can describe my feelings on this book (or really anything this author writes) Gobsmacked. Nope. Astonished. Nope. Dumbfounded. Close. Flabbergasted. Closer. Titillated. Definitely. Yet, none of these words quite fit when it comes to this author when I try and put my feelings for what she does into words. This leaves me frustrated because when I was getting my literature degree the Thesaurus and increasing my vocabulary was essential to not sound repetitive. Yet, here I am unable to articulate my feelings in words. Instead, I just keep repeating my favorite phrase, "HOLY TITFIRE" as I am scratching my head wondering if I need to go in search of absolution from Father John Francis this week (Sidenote I am no longer Catholic, so that is troubling in itself) because only bad Bad BAD girls would derive such pleasure from a story like this.
This author takes the degrading and the obscene and makes them both enticing and delicious. Her Omegaverse and world building are truly sublime and transcend almost anything else that I have read. She truly is one of a kind. I really need to quit challenging myself by saying she cannot push me out of my comfort zone any more than she has because like the true sadist she is she does. I don't even think this author could color in the lines if she wanted. At this point, I am inclined to agree with her always pushing the envelope because by writing something like this it truly shows that she writes for what her soul cries and not the dictates of society. For her writing truly is in her blood.
This book, as intense (and disturbing) as it was just reiterated that she is the true Queen of Omegaverse. It continues the story of Wren, Caspian, Kieran, and Toby. Wren. Just give this beautiful girl the crown for the most loved female character from the Mad world of Ms. Cain. Hands down my favorite of all her females characters. Life hasn't been easy for her yet her spirit and fight perseveres. My heart ached for her, was touched by her grateful side, and then cheered for her as she fought against the injustices she was dealt with (in this book in particular). The men at one time or another would show a crack in their armor where I thought I might like them and then, as fast as a mouse scurrying away with cheese, those feelings would dissipate. Each of them has a hidden moment that showed they all had ulterior motives for their deception. I think I have an idea of where this will go in the future but knowing the mind of this madwoman (aka the author in case there was any confusion as to whom I am referring to) anything can (and most likely will) happen
In the interim, while I am waiting for the conclusion of this book to be released I am going to up my wine intake, embrace that I love the kinky depraved Omegaverse, and probably throw the finger at society (and seeking absolution in particular) and instead find out how much my one way ticket to hell is going to cost me. Good thing I like the heat.
hamigustafsson's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
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 just to leave it unfinished.
This is Addison Cain's darkest work yet with only the tiniest glimmers of light that are quickly snuffed out
This book is only for those that enjoy a truly dark read - it's listed under horror (and not romance) for a reason. The sex, at best, is dubious in consent and at times is almost violent. Wren may be beaten down, she may be degraded, defeated and desperate but still she retains an inner strength. An inner strength that marks her as one of the toughest heroines I've read about. The story is pitch black virtually from the first line, in fact it was such a tough first couple of chapters that I did briefly wonder if I would be able to read it. Once started, though, I read it in one sitting, even if it had my emotions all over the place.
Caspian continues to ignore his instincts, which leads to him repeatedly hurting Wren both physically and emotionally. He's also a prime example of power corrupting the soul. Kieran showed some glimpses of why he is such an arse. I wouldn't go so far as to say I like him, but I certainly don't dislike him quite as much as I did at the end of Branded Captive. Toby was my favourite in Book #1 and I still like him best, though his idea of love is rather scary, not to mention dangerous!
There are the very occasional glimpses of a tiny bit of humanity in our three anti-heroes. Whether Ms Cain intends to redeem these characters and allow us to forgive them, I'm not sure. If only they could let go of their 'pack' notions and embrace their instincts there could be light at the end of the tunnel. They would still be violent, aggressive and possessive alpha-holes, but loving alpha-holes too.
This is Addison Cain's darkest work yet with only the tiniest glimmers of light that are quickly snuffed out
This book is only for those that enjoy a truly dark read - it's listed under horror (and not romance) for a reason. The sex, at best, is dubious in consent and at times is almost violent. Wren may be beaten down, she may be degraded, defeated and desperate but still she retains an inner strength. An inner strength that marks her as one of the toughest heroines I've read about. The story is pitch black virtually from the first line, in fact it was such a tough first couple of chapters that I did briefly wonder if I would be able to read it. Once started, though, I read it in one sitting, even if it had my emotions all over the place.
Caspian continues to ignore his instincts, which leads to him repeatedly hurting Wren both physically and emotionally. He's also a prime example of power corrupting the soul. Kieran showed some glimpses of why he is such an arse. I wouldn't go so far as to say I like him, but I certainly don't dislike him quite as much as I did at the end of Branded Captive. Toby was my favourite in Book #1 and I still like him best, though his idea of love is rather scary, not to mention dangerous!
There are the very occasional glimpses of a tiny bit of humanity in our three anti-heroes. Whether Ms Cain intends to redeem these characters and allow us to forgive them, I'm not sure. If only they could let go of their 'pack' notions and embrace their instincts there could be light at the end of the tunnel. They would still be violent, aggressive and possessive alpha-holes, but loving alpha-holes too.
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.
ameserole's review
3.0
uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuggggggggggggggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
Okay, these guys are still fucking douche bags. I seriously hope that their dicks fall off by the third book because they obviously weren't taught on how to treat a fucking lady.
Silent Captive picks up where Branded Captive ended. I'm still very annoyed with the guys in this book - which shouldn't be a surprise. Other than that, I'm liking the smut.. but I hate how they are treating her. I feel so bad for Wren that I can't wait for her to become some type of bad ass and walk away from these guys. They need to realize that they are treating woman like shit. Lower than shit, really.
I have nothing else to say about this book. I'm obviously going to wait for the next one to come out but I'm really hoping, and praying, that the these guys will become human and realize that she's still not an object. god, I will hate everyone if that doesn't happen.
Okay, these guys are still fucking douche bags. I seriously hope that their dicks fall off by the third book because they obviously weren't taught on how to treat a fucking lady.
Silent Captive picks up where Branded Captive ended. I'm still very annoyed with the guys in this book - which shouldn't be a surprise. Other than that, I'm liking the smut.. but I hate how they are treating her. I feel so bad for Wren that I can't wait for her to become some type of bad ass and walk away from these guys. They need to realize that they are treating woman like shit. Lower than shit, really.
I have nothing else to say about this book. I'm obviously going to wait for the next one to come out but I'm really hoping, and praying, that the these guys will become human and realize that she's still not an object. god, I will hate everyone if that doesn't happen.
kellyyoungbl's review
5.0
This book is VERY dark. There really isn’t much light in the darkness, at all. BUT it is so incredibly well-written, and the author complete submerges you into the world. I wish the books in this series were longer, because there’s so much story there, but I still highly recommend if you can handle dark books.
mahaliathenerd's review
4.0
Mature crazy ass content
This isn't for the weak hearted! This is for the patience of Wren the albino omega to get revenge on the bastard that lied and betrayed their agreement! She snapped, and it was glorious!
This isn't for the weak hearted! This is for the patience of Wren the albino omega to get revenge on the bastard that lied and betrayed their agreement! She snapped, and it was glorious!