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cam_twad's review against another edition
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
brimmsy's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I breezed through this just like the others, but it frustrated me a little. Riley is continually growing and maturing, but the angels (apart from Gideon) seem to be regressing. They're petty, jealous, and emotionally volatile, and Riley is put in a really unfair position of dancing between them while trying not to upset anyone. Also hoping the next book will pick up on the larger story a bit more.
readermelodie's review against another edition
3.75
Things are heating up, wow!!
A lot of drama, but it helps the plot. Also, I really enjoy that the two are not fine with sharing Riley, shows how tough sharing one's love is!
There was a lot of humour, and I really like Uriel, he is such a contrast as in private/ public personality!
I also enjoy Riley's Alter personality! Keeps Riley interesting and you really never know how he will react to certain things!
》“Fucking Hades.” Jai shuddered, feigning a gag. “There’s no way in this life or any other that I’m getting anywhere near Gideon’s ass!”
“Well, now you’re just trying to hurt my feelings,”《
Revelations, ⭐⭐⭐.5
Sacrifice, ⭐⭐⭐.5
Author not followed !
A lot of drama, but it helps the plot. Also, I really enjoy that the two are not fine with sharing Riley, shows how tough sharing one's love is!
There was a lot of humour, and I really like Uriel, he is such a contrast as in private/ public personality!
I also enjoy Riley's Alter personality! Keeps Riley interesting and you really never know how he will react to certain things!
》“Fucking Hades.” Jai shuddered, feigning a gag. “There’s no way in this life or any other that I’m getting anywhere near Gideon’s ass!”
“Well, now you’re just trying to hurt my feelings,”《
Revelations, ⭐⭐⭐.5
Sacrifice, ⭐⭐⭐.5
Author not followed !
mulane's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
katieosull's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
kywrites_'s review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This is such a great series with a slow burn that makes reader keep wanting more!!!!
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Kidnapping, Grief, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment
xanthe87's review against another edition
5.0
An angel paranormal series that must be read in order.
Illusion starts off two months after the events of Sacrifice and everyone is dealing with the aftermath of Noel's imprisonment and torture.
Right from the start it's a coaster of a emotion. All four men are fighting feelings they have for one another but things definitely progress in this book and not always in the best way. Nikole really draws on the forbidden attraction between a ward and guardian and it makes for some fairly intense scenes.
We have a lot more interaction with heaven this time round as well as other angels. There are a couple that have helped out in the previous books but this time there are archangels and time spent in heaven along with others. There are definitely a couple that are to be disliked which really adds to the drama especially when Jai, Noel, Gideon or even Riley come to each others defence. The biggest plot point, along with the relationship developments, is the decision that Riley makes that affects all of them.
I'd say that this book is more focused on relationships and individuals rather than an overall story arc for the series but what does happen really moves things along for the group as a whole and gives Riley a lot to work on and learn in the future. Riley's abilities also come to the forefront of a lot of discussion, especially with what happened toward the end of book two and the inner part of himself that he's constantly fighting against. At least until someone he cares for is in trouble, then all bets are off. We're left with an uncertain future for the foursome but a lot of possibilities have opened up. I am totally in love with this series and cannot recommend it enough!
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
Illusion starts off two months after the events of Sacrifice and everyone is dealing with the aftermath of Noel's imprisonment and torture.
Right from the start it's a coaster of a emotion. All four men are fighting feelings they have for one another but things definitely progress in this book and not always in the best way. Nikole really draws on the forbidden attraction between a ward and guardian and it makes for some fairly intense scenes.
We have a lot more interaction with heaven this time round as well as other angels. There are a couple that have helped out in the previous books but this time there are archangels and time spent in heaven along with others. There are definitely a couple that are to be disliked which really adds to the drama especially when Jai, Noel, Gideon or even Riley come to each others defence. The biggest plot point, along with the relationship developments, is the decision that Riley makes that affects all of them.
I'd say that this book is more focused on relationships and individuals rather than an overall story arc for the series but what does happen really moves things along for the group as a whole and gives Riley a lot to work on and learn in the future. Riley's abilities also come to the forefront of a lot of discussion, especially with what happened toward the end of book two and the inner part of himself that he's constantly fighting against. At least until someone he cares for is in trouble, then all bets are off. We're left with an uncertain future for the foursome but a lot of possibilities have opened up. I am totally in love with this series and cannot recommend it enough!
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
booksonstereo_o's review against another edition
1.0
Illusion suffers from middle book syndrome and a lack of an arc not only for the characters but also the story at large.