kacichellev's review against another edition
5.0
I loved the romance between Anna and Kaidan. So many things happened. I thought the writing was great. It summed up the novel very well.
jasmyn9's review against another edition
5.0
After the shocking events at the end of book one, Anna finds herself carefully watched by the Dukes and their demon whisperers. She is forced to work - to encourage her friends to drink too much too often - or be punished by the Dukes (which probably means death). Anna does a lot of growing up in this book, and really questions her feeling for Kaidan. It doesn't help that the very handsome and very handsome Kopano has been spending so much time with her.
A lot happens in the lives of all the Nephilim this time around. A strange prophecy surfaces that gives them some hope for a future that doesn't have to involve returning to Hell. But there's more to it than that, and Anna and all her friends will put their lives and souls at risk to find a way to win their freedom. With another perfect, yet heartbreaking, ending I'm finding it hard to wait for book three to come out this fall.
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A lot happens in the lives of all the Nephilim this time around. A strange prophecy surfaces that gives them some hope for a future that doesn't have to involve returning to Hell. But there's more to it than that, and Anna and all her friends will put their lives and souls at risk to find a way to win their freedom. With another perfect, yet heartbreaking, ending I'm finding it hard to wait for book three to come out this fall.
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jezzebelljc's review against another edition
5.0
"Here on the island we were a group. If they caught us, we were all dead. I vowed to take down as many as I could before that happened."
Swords of Righteousness
This one was even better than the first. I love the turn that Sweet Peril took for this series. Anna and Kaidan aren't together in the beginning of the book and instead Anna finds herself with her human friends and the Nephilim friends that Kai introduced her to. Her dad puts her on a journey with Kope who is a seriously sweet Neph who has feelings for Anna. They are going around the world in search of allies. I loved the travel to other countries and the many other Neph introduced. Higgins absolutely has a way of making characters so lovable. Even with so many different personalities, every character has a place in the story and so much depth and back-story.
Anna has grown so much from the first book. She's not nearly as naive, and she's been working on her skills. Girl can kick some major butt now and frankly her knife throwing skills are a great touch. What makes it even better is she's this little short Southern girl that no one would expect to be a threat of any kind.
The plot just keeps getting more interesting! I don't want to give anything away, so just suffice it to say that things get turned up in this one and the fear for these characters is real. I can't wait to see how Higgins plans to wrap this all up.
Evil Whispers
It was really hard to read about how Anna just couldn't let Kaidan go. The time in Sweet Peril by the end spans a year and a half since the end of Sweet Evil. Anna is still pining after Kai months after she's seen him last and every time she runs into him he tells her there's no chance for them. And every time she says she's done, and clearly her heart isn't. The problem isn't in the fact that her heart won't let him go, but I can't fathom how she can stand to continue to persue him when he's very adamant that they won't work. I promise if a guy tells me he's done, no matter how hard my heart might protest, I will not be the one actively seeking him out.
Far and Away
Back to Kai. Man, Anna definitely has it bad for him, and truly who can blame her? He's that good-looking drummer in a band with a London accent that every girl wants, and he treats her so sweetly other than the fact that he just won't be with her. Things definitely get deep in this one and Kai comes back around in the second half of the book.
The Bonds are Formed
I'm really loving this series. The angel/demon lore is a lot of fun and definitely unique. The plot is very interesting, and all the characters are amazing. There is solid growth in the characters and the action and story-line gets more entertaining as time goes on. Definitely recommended.
Originally given 4.5 stars at JC's Book Haven.
Swords of Righteousness
This one was even better than the first. I love the turn that Sweet Peril took for this series. Anna and Kaidan aren't together in the beginning of the book and instead Anna finds herself with her human friends and the Nephilim friends that Kai introduced her to. Her dad puts her on a journey with Kope who is a seriously sweet Neph who has feelings for Anna. They are going around the world in search of allies. I loved the travel to other countries and the many other Neph introduced. Higgins absolutely has a way of making characters so lovable. Even with so many different personalities, every character has a place in the story and so much depth and back-story.
Anna has grown so much from the first book. She's not nearly as naive, and she's been working on her skills. Girl can kick some major butt now and frankly her knife throwing skills are a great touch. What makes it even better is she's this little short Southern girl that no one would expect to be a threat of any kind.
The plot just keeps getting more interesting! I don't want to give anything away, so just suffice it to say that things get turned up in this one and the fear for these characters is real. I can't wait to see how Higgins plans to wrap this all up.
Evil Whispers
It was really hard to read about how Anna just couldn't let Kaidan go. The time in Sweet Peril by the end spans a year and a half since the end of Sweet Evil. Anna is still pining after Kai months after she's seen him last and every time she runs into him he tells her there's no chance for them. And every time she says she's done, and clearly her heart isn't. The problem isn't in the fact that her heart won't let him go, but I can't fathom how she can stand to continue to persue him when he's very adamant that they won't work. I promise if a guy tells me he's done, no matter how hard my heart might protest, I will not be the one actively seeking him out.
Far and Away
Back to Kai. Man, Anna definitely has it bad for him, and truly who can blame her? He's that good-looking drummer in a band with a London accent that every girl wants, and he treats her so sweetly other than the fact that he just won't be with her. Things definitely get deep in this one and Kai comes back around in the second half of the book.
The Bonds are Formed
I'm really loving this series. The angel/demon lore is a lot of fun and definitely unique. The plot is very interesting, and all the characters are amazing. There is solid growth in the characters and the action and story-line gets more entertaining as time goes on. Definitely recommended.
Originally given 4.5 stars at JC's Book Haven.
chllybrd's review against another edition
4.0
SWEET EVIL ended with Kai leaving so I was waiting and waiting for him and Anna to reunite. SWEET PERIL didn't make me wait to long.
It was great to see Anna on the front lines, sneaking around, gathering up Nephilim supporters. We really get to see how determined she is to fight evil and free the nephilim from their demon parents ways. There were plenty of situations were I thought for sure Anna and her friends were going to get caught by the demons but they got lucky, the suspense was high and it was all around great! Kopano traveled with Anna and it was nice getting to know him a bit better. Wasn't crazy with him putting the move on Anna (she was not innocent by the way) but I still like him at the end and it all worked out. Kaidan, Ah Kaidan what isn't there to say about him. Without giving away spoilers I will say that Kaidan is fantastic. I loved him in SWEET PERIL and watching him and Anna go around and around was highly entertaining.
SWEET PERIL started off on the slower side but picked up and kicked the characters around at a nice clip. There was great emotion throughout the book. I am ready to see what SWEET RECKONING brings to the table when it is finally released in June, 2014. I can not wait for the showdown!!
It was great to see Anna on the front lines, sneaking around, gathering up Nephilim supporters. We really get to see how determined she is to fight evil and free the nephilim from their demon parents ways. There were plenty of situations were I thought for sure Anna and her friends were going to get caught by the demons but they got lucky, the suspense was high and it was all around great! Kopano traveled with Anna and it was nice getting to know him a bit better. Wasn't crazy with him putting the move on Anna (she was not innocent by the way) but I still like him at the end and it all worked out. Kaidan, Ah Kaidan what isn't there to say about him. Without giving away spoilers I will say that Kaidan is fantastic. I loved him in SWEET PERIL and watching him and Anna go around and around was highly entertaining.
SWEET PERIL started off on the slower side but picked up and kicked the characters around at a nice clip. There was great emotion throughout the book. I am ready to see what SWEET RECKONING brings to the table when it is finally released in June, 2014. I can not wait for the showdown!!
rishvergara's review against another edition
3.0
It's not really something that I would recommend but it's very likable. With Kai and Anna's steamy scenes, how can you not like it?
Dear Wendy Higgins, I really don't mind if there are more steamy scenes on the third book.
Dear Wendy Higgins, I really don't mind if there are more steamy scenes on the third book.
lavendermarch's review against another edition
5.0
Reread January 2018. So, for some reason this book (and the other two) only had 3 star ratings, which I'm WAY confused about, because they're AMAZING! (Although that was like four years ago, so time has passed and I'm a lot more mature, I guess?) These books are the perfect mix of forbidden love, paranormal heaven-hell action, and growing up and finding yourself. On a reread, 4.5 stars for all 3.
betweenthepagesss's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
coffeeplant98's review against another edition
4.0
This book was a step up! I really loved the chemistry between Anna and Kaiden in this book. Things also starts to happen and people starts to make good decisions like "finally" ! :D
sweetdee85's review against another edition
5.0
Oh Kaidan <3
Merged review:
What can I say? I absolutely love this series. And the way Wendy pulls you in, where you actually care about how the characters feel, think and act. The stakes in this book were even higher than in Sweet Evil. I've read books where there were obstacles placed before couples before, but geez, the obstacles facing Kai and Anna are immense, and I guess that's because Nephs are really forbidden to be together by their fathers and their fathers are Dukes, and one wrong move and they could/would be killed. I hate that the Nephs are basically slaves to the Dukes and I hope they get what's coming to them. The scenes between Kai and Anna were heartbreaking, exhilarating, funny, and basically any emotion you can think of. Even when they were fighting, there was so much passion between them. They both grew during this book, and I didn't think I could love Kaidan any more than I already did but I do! I knew he was a softie! <3 And dear Lord, their kissy scenes had me wanting more and more. And I was glad they didn't go all the way because Anna has a mission to complete and losing her virginity would hinder that. The self control they both administered (especially Kai since his sin of Lust) was applaudable. I cannot wait for Sweet Reckoning and to see how it all ends.
Merged review:
What can I say? I absolutely love this series. And the way Wendy pulls you in, where you actually care about how the characters feel, think and act. The stakes in this book were even higher than in Sweet Evil. I've read books where there were obstacles placed before couples before, but geez, the obstacles facing Kai and Anna are immense, and I guess that's because Nephs are really forbidden to be together by their fathers and their fathers are Dukes, and one wrong move and they could/would be killed. I hate that the Nephs are basically slaves to the Dukes and I hope they get what's coming to them. The scenes between Kai and Anna were heartbreaking, exhilarating, funny, and basically any emotion you can think of. Even when they were fighting, there was so much passion between them. They both grew during this book, and I didn't think I could love Kaidan any more than I already did but I do! I knew he was a softie! <3 And dear Lord, their kissy scenes had me wanting more and more. And I was glad they didn't go all the way because Anna has a mission to complete and losing her virginity would hinder that. The self control they both administered (especially Kai since his sin of Lust) was applaudable. I cannot wait for Sweet Reckoning and to see how it all ends.
ciaralo's review against another edition
5.0
Guys, I'm obsessed with the series. Obsessed to the point where every time I walk by them at work, I smile. That I feel the urge to hug them at random moments. This series has stolen my heart, and I could not be happier about it.
The Sweet Trilogy are books I simply love with abandon. I devour the story in one sitting and am desperate for more after. They have an addictive quality to them. I just can't get enough! Wendy Higgins writing always keep me interested and excited to see what's going to come next. Sweet Peril was no exception. Once I picked this book up, there was no way I was letting it go until it was done. Even when I had to put it down it was pretty much all I could think about!
The best part about this series is, without a doubt,the relationship between Anna and Kaidan. I mean, here is one couple to seriously love. They put me through the wringer emotionally, but I love them both to bits. Anna with her resilience and her heart and Kaidan with his sexy banter and his caring make me want to read more and more. There were just SO MANY sweet, swoon-worthy scenes with the two of them in this book, I was a mess. I went from smiling, to shaking the book, to hugging it with happiness. These two are just awesome. But, they're not the only awesome characters in this series! I adore all the side characters (well, I don't adore the Dukes but that's a given) and love how they all have their distinct personalities. They're a strong bunch, and I'm so proud that they're willing to risk so much to have a better life.
I have to say though, Sweet Peril did fall into the "second book" trap where there wasn't a lot of plot progression, just a lot of set up for the final book. But, that actually ended up being okay because instead of there being lots of plot progression, there was lots of relationship progression. We really got to see Anna and Kaidan shine in this book, and saw their relationship move to another level. It was a very character driven second book and I thought it was just what the series needed. The story did keep me on my toes though, with a sense of foreboding permeating the whole book. I knew it was setting up for something big and I'm very nervous to see what happens next. The only thing that made me mad about this book was realizing I'm going to have to wait forever until I get to read Sweet Reckoning. Like, the wait for this book might legitimately drive me crazy.
Sweet Peril was exactly what I expected it would be: awesome, addicting, and completely heart-warming. This is one heck of an awesome series, and I'm going to be so sad to see it all end! If you haven't read them yet, pick them up! Its a great series to read on these long, hot, summer days!
- Ciara (Lost at Midnight)
The Sweet Trilogy are books I simply love with abandon. I devour the story in one sitting and am desperate for more after. They have an addictive quality to them. I just can't get enough! Wendy Higgins writing always keep me interested and excited to see what's going to come next. Sweet Peril was no exception. Once I picked this book up, there was no way I was letting it go until it was done. Even when I had to put it down it was pretty much all I could think about!
The best part about this series is, without a doubt,the relationship between Anna and Kaidan. I mean, here is one couple to seriously love. They put me through the wringer emotionally, but I love them both to bits. Anna with her resilience and her heart and Kaidan with his sexy banter and his caring make me want to read more and more. There were just SO MANY sweet, swoon-worthy scenes with the two of them in this book, I was a mess. I went from smiling, to shaking the book, to hugging it with happiness. These two are just awesome. But, they're not the only awesome characters in this series! I adore all the side characters (well, I don't adore the Dukes but that's a given) and love how they all have their distinct personalities. They're a strong bunch, and I'm so proud that they're willing to risk so much to have a better life.
I have to say though, Sweet Peril did fall into the "second book" trap where there wasn't a lot of plot progression, just a lot of set up for the final book. But, that actually ended up being okay because instead of there being lots of plot progression, there was lots of relationship progression. We really got to see Anna and Kaidan shine in this book, and saw their relationship move to another level. It was a very character driven second book and I thought it was just what the series needed. The story did keep me on my toes though, with a sense of foreboding permeating the whole book. I knew it was setting up for something big and I'm very nervous to see what happens next. The only thing that made me mad about this book was realizing I'm going to have to wait forever until I get to read Sweet Reckoning. Like, the wait for this book might legitimately drive me crazy.
Sweet Peril was exactly what I expected it would be: awesome, addicting, and completely heart-warming. This is one heck of an awesome series, and I'm going to be so sad to see it all end! If you haven't read them yet, pick them up! Its a great series to read on these long, hot, summer days!
- Ciara (Lost at Midnight)