katrinamarie's review
4.0
I'm so happy we finally get to learn a little bit about Ophelia. When we met her in Forever Girl, she was full of this mysterious past. But it's not mysterious anymore. ;)
The plot was very carried out very quickly. Ophelia finds herself thrown into this world she doesn't completely believe is real. Ophelia comes to terms fast with what her mark means pretty fast. One day she's completely against it, and the next she's like "Let's do this." My only complaint is her feelings toward Ethan were extremely strong even after they had just met. I do, however, like their loyalty to each other. Ethan will do whatever possible in order to make sure Ophelia completes her task.
Also on Callista. I knew she was vindictive, but wow! I was glad we got that little snippet of who she really is. Just sayin'. I was not expecting that. This is a great novella in the Forever Girl series. It adds more knowledge, and I always think that's a great thing. Ophelia learns some truths to finally put her thoughts about her mother to rest.
The plot was very carried out very quickly. Ophelia finds herself thrown into this world she doesn't completely believe is real. Ophelia comes to terms fast with what her mark means pretty fast. One day she's completely against it, and the next she's like "Let's do this." My only complaint is her feelings toward Ethan were extremely strong even after they had just met. I do, however, like their loyalty to each other. Ethan will do whatever possible in order to make sure Ophelia completes her task.
Also on Callista. I knew she was vindictive, but wow! I was glad we got that little snippet of who she really is. Just sayin'. I was not expecting that. This is a great novella in the Forever Girl series. It adds more knowledge, and I always think that's a great thing. Ophelia learns some truths to finally put her thoughts about her mother to rest.
pasparugovna's review
5.0
I'm confused. This book is awesome and I have nothing bad to say, however it didn't have that final touch that makes a book really deserve 5 stars.
Isn't this weird?
But I loved the book. It was delicious. Ophelia is a cool character, though my favorite character is Lenore. The Ophelia/Ethan couple is epic. Unfortunately, the end scene seemed unfit for me, but I can't say it was bad.
The ranking would be 4.5 stars
As an ending to this review, I have a note for the author: @InkMuse you are damn cool!!
update on 22/05/2020
I was 13 when I read this. I don't think I'd enjoy it now.
As I'm revamping and updating my whole Goodreads account, I can't help change some rankings around. There are many books I loved that I think I wouldn't love if I read them as adults. There are books I think I'd hate if I read them now. I don't think I'd hate this one, but certainly not love it the way I did. At the same time I feel I'd be untrue to a book, if I changed its rating now. Why? Cause books, like people, come into our lives at a certain moment, at the right moment in which reading them would make a change within us. I really believe in that. Therefore, I feel like at that point in my life I needed to read this and it happened that I really enjoyed it. I'd be untrue to deny it and I'd be a total jerk to my younger self to consider her opinions irrelevant or uncultured.
I feel different towards books. It's natural, of course. But I don't want to feel bad about the younger me.
Isn't this weird?
But I loved the book. It was delicious. Ophelia is a cool character, though my favorite character is Lenore. The Ophelia/Ethan couple is epic. Unfortunately, the end scene seemed unfit for me, but I can't say it was bad.
The ranking would be 4.5 stars
As an ending to this review, I have a note for the author: @InkMuse you are damn cool!!
update on 22/05/2020
I was 13 when I read this. I don't think I'd enjoy it now.
As I'm revamping and updating my whole Goodreads account, I can't help change some rankings around. There are many books I loved that I think I wouldn't love if I read them as adults. There are books I think I'd hate if I read them now. I don't think I'd hate this one, but certainly not love it the way I did. At the same time I feel I'd be untrue to a book, if I changed its rating now. Why? Cause books, like people, come into our lives at a certain moment, at the right moment in which reading them would make a change within us. I really believe in that. Therefore, I feel like at that point in my life I needed to read this and it happened that I really enjoyed it. I'd be untrue to deny it and I'd be a total jerk to my younger self to consider her opinions irrelevant or uncultured.
I feel different towards books. It's natural, of course. But I don't want to feel bad about the younger me.
fatallysassy's review
3.0
Rebecca Hamilton is a gifted writer. This book was too short to develop the love story to believable. The behaviors of the characters were explained, but it lacked the emotional depth her work normally carries. Perhaps this is due, in large part, that I did not read Book 1. Didn't know there was a book 1: Forever Girl. Still, I enjoyed this story and will now read Book 1, and the rest of the series. Mission accomplished book sellers :)
rayne's review
3.0
I read this as a part of the Pandora Collection. I have not read any other of the Forever Girl series but I will definitely be checking them out. I was drawn into the paranormal aspects of this story especially the idea of the Elementals. Characters were developed well and the story line moved along nicely but then just finished. Hope there is more to come.
miztrebor's review
5.0
(Review of an ARC of Her Sweetest Downfall )
Reading this novella solidified Rebecca Hamilton on my list of top ten authors. With her debut novel, The Forever Girl: Sophia’s Journey, I had a feeling I’d enjoy reading more of Hamilton’s writing. I was right. Her Sweetest Downfall blew me away.
I was very pleased with the way this novella played out. For those who haven’t read book one in the series, I feel that they can still read this novella. I think that’s a great advantage Her Sweetest Downfall has. If a reader doesn’t have the time for a full length novel, but would like to check out Hamilton’s writing, this can be a great start.
The world of The Forever Girl is introduced here in a somewhat simpler way, which may even help in reading the more detailed explanations in The Forever Girl.
I am a reader who has read and loved The Forever Girl, so I already knew the overview of the creatures encountered here. I knew some of the story behind some of the characters as well…but the main character, Ophelia, I barely knew a thing about. I wanted to know. The Forever Girl made me want more. I was completely satisfied with what I learned. The reader follows along as she the mystery of her life, and destiny, unfolds in front of her eyes. Even though I know what her ultimate goal is, the journey to get there is filled with unexpected elements. I also enjoyed the new characters that came into play. Ethan was a great male lead. I admired his dedication to his job, even when his mission was threatened by the feelings of his heart.
One of the best things for me, was making connections to characters from The Forever Girl. I’m always a sucker for having “aha” moments. I’ll be reading a passage, then something clicks. It’s great when an author does Hamilton does this. In no way does it feel like she has altered or forced the story to connect in places. Some authors can attempt to make a connection work, but it just doesn’t seem natural for the story. This is not the case. I look forward to finding other connections like this throughout the series. When there is a series of seven books (plus however many novellas are to come out) it is probably difficult to create the interlocking points. From what I know this isn’t a series that follows just one main character, or even a timeline for that matter, so these points of connection will be necessary. I feel confident that I’ll have many more “aha” moments in future books.
By the end of this series, just like with this novella, Hamilton will have written a beautiful set of books. I feel confident in saying that.
Reading this novella solidified Rebecca Hamilton on my list of top ten authors. With her debut novel, The Forever Girl: Sophia’s Journey, I had a feeling I’d enjoy reading more of Hamilton’s writing. I was right. Her Sweetest Downfall blew me away.
I was very pleased with the way this novella played out. For those who haven’t read book one in the series, I feel that they can still read this novella. I think that’s a great advantage Her Sweetest Downfall has. If a reader doesn’t have the time for a full length novel, but would like to check out Hamilton’s writing, this can be a great start.
The world of The Forever Girl is introduced here in a somewhat simpler way, which may even help in reading the more detailed explanations in The Forever Girl.
I am a reader who has read and loved The Forever Girl, so I already knew the overview of the creatures encountered here. I knew some of the story behind some of the characters as well…but the main character, Ophelia, I barely knew a thing about. I wanted to know. The Forever Girl made me want more. I was completely satisfied with what I learned. The reader follows along as she the mystery of her life, and destiny, unfolds in front of her eyes. Even though I know what her ultimate goal is, the journey to get there is filled with unexpected elements. I also enjoyed the new characters that came into play. Ethan was a great male lead. I admired his dedication to his job, even when his mission was threatened by the feelings of his heart.
One of the best things for me, was making connections to characters from The Forever Girl. I’m always a sucker for having “aha” moments. I’ll be reading a passage, then something clicks. It’s great when an author does Hamilton does this. In no way does it feel like she has altered or forced the story to connect in places. Some authors can attempt to make a connection work, but it just doesn’t seem natural for the story. This is not the case. I look forward to finding other connections like this throughout the series. When there is a series of seven books (plus however many novellas are to come out) it is probably difficult to create the interlocking points. From what I know this isn’t a series that follows just one main character, or even a timeline for that matter, so these points of connection will be necessary. I feel confident that I’ll have many more “aha” moments in future books.
By the end of this series, just like with this novella, Hamilton will have written a beautiful set of books. I feel confident in saying that.
tashachowdory's review
3.0
I really really enjoyed this. Having read 'The Forever Girl' it was nice to get another insight into this universe and I like how the Cruor etc were introduced in bite-sized chunks. Granted the heroine accepts everything a bit too readily and I don't really like that there always has to be a man involved (but that's just me). A nice, fun easy read and it's a nice addition to what is shaping up to be a an interesting universe.
cherryreads's review
4.0
The beginning was slow and I was about to give up on it when the story finally picked up and became interesting. I didn't care much for Ophelia's accent, but everything else was good. Lenore was definitely my favorite character. I wish the story was a bit longer, I want to know what happens when Ophelia fulfills her fate. Good story for anyone looking for something quick and interesting to read or any paranormal lovers. Though the names were a bit different (albeit familiar), it wasn't cliche with vampires and werewolves like some other books I've read.
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