ellieroth's review against another edition
DNF: 13%
Mucha información para mi pobre cerebro. Creo.
Mucha información para mi pobre cerebro. Creo.
bookish_satty's review against another edition
4.0
I got this book from the author and publisher, free of cost, in exchange of an honest review from my side.
Firstly I would like to thank Crystal Collier (author) and ‘Raybourne Publishing’, for giving me this opportunity of reading and reviewing this awesome book.
I totally enjoyed this book from the very first chapter and it was just like a roller-coaster ride which didn’t bore or disappoint me for even a second. I liked the character Alexia and the way her world changed when the mysterious blue-eyed man stepped in her life and changed everything forever. The author did justice to the characters and the change in not only the makeover but also the emotional change that Alexia went through is really explained in a vivid descriptive way with the use of simple yet skilled words that gave the story a otherworldly feeling.
The mystery is dense and pulsating and with each page it grew more and more unpredictable and the slow revelations of the secrets of the mysterious man and of Alexia’s own life, surprised as well as shocked me. Kiren is drool worthy and oh so lovely. Power-packed action, heart stopping mystery, unpredictable twists and turns really spiced up the story and made it an intriguing read. A must and recommended read for ya all and hope that you all will like it as much as I did.
Firstly I would like to thank Crystal Collier (author) and ‘Raybourne Publishing’, for giving me this opportunity of reading and reviewing this awesome book.
I totally enjoyed this book from the very first chapter and it was just like a roller-coaster ride which didn’t bore or disappoint me for even a second. I liked the character Alexia and the way her world changed when the mysterious blue-eyed man stepped in her life and changed everything forever. The author did justice to the characters and the change in not only the makeover but also the emotional change that Alexia went through is really explained in a vivid descriptive way with the use of simple yet skilled words that gave the story a otherworldly feeling.
The mystery is dense and pulsating and with each page it grew more and more unpredictable and the slow revelations of the secrets of the mysterious man and of Alexia’s own life, surprised as well as shocked me. Kiren is drool worthy and oh so lovely. Power-packed action, heart stopping mystery, unpredictable twists and turns really spiced up the story and made it an intriguing read. A must and recommended read for ya all and hope that you all will like it as much as I did.
jlennidorner's review against another edition
5.0
OMG! I have a new favorite book in my top 10!
There is a Pride and Prejudice similarity in the scene where a friend asks another friend to marry him, and soon after someone else says, "Why can you not take up a decent prospect like any normal girl?" It's an amusing scene.
My heart... all the feels in this scene: "Alexia realized, self-consciously, her mistake. They belonged to the adult world now. They couldn't interact as freely as they once had." That got me. Reading it again here, I'm still feeling it.
Here's my very favorite quote from the book: "That is what I like about you. You have never cared what others think. It is all about what matters to you." Powerful line!
I'm torn between reading this one again and moving on to the next in the series. I want to do both at the same time! Ha ha. But seriously, this book is fantastic.
There is a Pride and Prejudice similarity in the scene where a friend asks another friend to marry him, and soon after someone else says, "Why can you not take up a decent prospect like any normal girl?" It's an amusing scene.
My heart... all the feels in this scene: "Alexia realized, self-consciously, her mistake. They belonged to the adult world now. They couldn't interact as freely as they once had." That got me. Reading it again here, I'm still feeling it.
Here's my very favorite quote from the book: "That is what I like about you. You have never cared what others think. It is all about what matters to you." Powerful line!
I'm torn between reading this one again and moving on to the next in the series. I want to do both at the same time! Ha ha. But seriously, this book is fantastic.
marisas1985's review against another edition
5.0
I was utterly surprised from the very first page of this amazing book. I had expected something more "typical" considering it has so many things going on, a love story, some paranormal, a historical setting, monsters, need I go on?
I am tantalized by the "blue-eyed man" and I was on the edge of my seat {my bed with the Ipad} as I read faster and faster in eager hopes of finding out what happened with my beloved characters next!
For my full review of this and other books go to http://hidethematches.com
I am tantalized by the "blue-eyed man" and I was on the edge of my seat {my bed with the Ipad} as I read faster and faster in eager hopes of finding out what happened with my beloved characters next!
For my full review of this and other books go to http://hidethematches.com
msoblong's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed Moonless. It kept me guessing and always wanting to know what would happen next. However, it was a bit confusing at times and some aspects were not explained very well, but I do look forward to finding out what will happen to Alexia and Kiren.
hannahsophialin's review against another edition
3.0
Let's just say I was a tad bit hesitant on reading Moonless – the book seemed interesting, yet not so interesting – all at the same time. Thus resulting in me snagging the excerpt from Amazon – the 2 page excerpt wasn't enough – and reading up to Chapter 3.
Unfortunately, as I continued further into the book, I found out why I was so hesitant – the book is almost exactly like Romeo & Juliet, except Paranormal Style. If you've been following me for awhile, you may have heard me mention that I despise R&J quite a few times.
Moonless mainly follows Alexia Dumont, who was apparently a very unappealing character, contrary to her looks (doesn't she seem a bit too perfect with that???). Most of the time she's thinking about this blue-eyed dude from her dreams who's actually real. View Spoiler » It seems as though Alexia's POV stalls the book rather than making it interesting as she tries to find out what's going on, adding that her father is keeping secrets from her. The other views – Sarah and Charles – are much more interesting and suspenseful, even though Charles was drowning himself in alcohol 24/7 later in the book. Kiren's was interesting at first, but not so much later.
Even your life, Kiren? I'm not sure if that'll play out well because dead people can't hold live people. Anyhoo, they fall heads over heels in love within... DAYS. All starting from a dream. And Alexia talks about his eyes a lot. I'm glad you're drowning in his eyes, but I don't get the point of saying it a million times. As she says so well, she's obsessed with him.
*sobs* And I was so hoping for drama here. It dashed away my dreams of world domination. Although that sort of proves he's heads over heels in love with her early on.
Romeo decided to take his own life with poison because Juliet was pretending to be dead. Not exactly romantic if you ask me.
Call me an evil spawn, but I was sort of hoping that would actually happen. At least it was better than Romeo & Juliet. Worth a try if you're a Lux fan.
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Review copy provided by the author for review
Original Rating: 3.5 out of 5
This review and more can be found over at Bookwyrming Thoughts
Unfortunately, as I continued further into the book, I found out why I was so hesitant – the book is almost exactly like Romeo & Juliet, except Paranormal Style. If you've been following me for awhile, you may have heard me mention that I despise R&J quite a few times.
Moonless mainly follows Alexia Dumont, who was apparently a very unappealing character, contrary to her looks (doesn't she seem a bit too perfect with that???). Most of the time she's thinking about this blue-eyed dude from her dreams who's actually real. View Spoiler » It seems as though Alexia's POV stalls the book rather than making it interesting as she tries to find out what's going on, adding that her father is keeping secrets from her. The other views – Sarah and Charles – are much more interesting and suspenseful, even though Charles was drowning himself in alcohol 24/7 later in the book
Spoiler
after his wife's death (thus Alexia finding out who her mother REALLY is)I would have given anything to hold you!
Even your life, Kiren? I'm not sure if that'll play out well because dead people can't hold live people. Anyhoo, they fall heads over heels in love within... DAYS. All starting from a dream. And Alexia talks about his eyes a lot. I'm glad you're drowning in his eyes, but I don't get the point of saying it a million times. As she says so well, she's obsessed with him.
He did so on my behalf.
*sobs* And I was so hoping for drama here. It dashed away my dreams of world domination. Although that sort of proves he's heads over heels in love with her early on.
If she did take her life, Father would not mourn her, for he would shortly join her in the hereafter. And Kiren had assured her their deaths would be linked. She closed her eyes. He too would be granted rest.
Romeo decided to take his own life with poison because Juliet was pretending to be dead.
Spoiler
Here, Kiren's unconscious and there's a chance he would live. Yet Alexia wants to commit suicide, thus resulting in Kiren's death as well.Call me an evil spawn, but I was sort of hoping that would actually happen. At least it was better than Romeo & Juliet. Worth a try if you're a Lux fan.
But time will not hold still simply because you ask it. Well, unless you can woo Old Man Time.
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Review copy provided by the author for review
Original Rating: 3.5 out of 5
This review and more can be found over at Bookwyrming Thoughts
chrysfey's review against another edition
5.0
Right away, I loved the dark tone Crystal Collier used to tell Alexia’s story in Moonless. Alexia is an intriguing character because she’s not beautiful, and in 1768 she feels no gentleman would want to be matched to her due to her too-thin frame and sunken jowls. Just in the first chapter we are thrust into a mystery revolving around a cloaked stranger with the brightest blue eyes, Alexia’s nightmares, and Weeping House (a mansion said to be haunted). When Alexia wakes in the middle of the night to find she is utterly beautiful and then moments later stumbles onto a murder, we are promised an intriguing story with countless twists and mysteries.
Kiren, the strange man with piercing blue eyes, captivates Alexia with his presence. He also captivated me. I wanted to know more about him. The little bit Crystal Collier shared with us in the beginning was excruciating! I wanted more. But it was worth waiting for. Trust me!
Crystal Collier is a master at creating a haunting tale and memorable characters. I couldn’t read this book fast enough! The romance is breath-taking. The suspense is nail-biting. The mystery is intoxicating. I am thrilled Soulless, book two, will be coming out soon. You can bet I’ll be reading it. I am a big fan of Crystal Collier!
Kiren, the strange man with piercing blue eyes, captivates Alexia with his presence. He also captivated me. I wanted to know more about him. The little bit Crystal Collier shared with us in the beginning was excruciating! I wanted more. But it was worth waiting for. Trust me!
Crystal Collier is a master at creating a haunting tale and memorable characters. I couldn’t read this book fast enough! The romance is breath-taking. The suspense is nail-biting. The mystery is intoxicating. I am thrilled Soulless, book two, will be coming out soon. You can bet I’ll be reading it. I am a big fan of Crystal Collier!
lumatere's review against another edition
1.0
*Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for sending me a copy for review.*
No. This is nowhere near Jane Eyre. Alexia WISHES she was Jane Eyre. This bitch is way too shallow, too goddamn selfish to be considered anywhere NEAR Eyre.
To say the least, Moonless was torture.
I have no energy to bring up all the faults this book has, so I shall briefly touch on a few. Actually, I think I'll also list all theshitty noteworthy quotes.
Once I started reading Moonless, I noticed the horribly juvenile writing. It did not flow, had weird word choice, and some sentences made absolutely no sense. There was an overabundance of adverbs (one of my main pet peeves), resulting in prose that was difficult to bear. Clearly, a better editor was needed to pay attention to these small yet important details. I mean, when you come across a sentence like "her jaw tumbled," you know the writing isn't going to be so great.
"What change, Alexia?"
"I - I am beautiful."
Oh please. This is ridiculous. Right before the love interest shows up, she suddenly becomes "beautiful?" *facepalm*
Characteristic of books like these, we have the traditional "perfect heroine" and - wait for it - the perfect hero. HE EVEN HAS THE SIGNATURE "MINOR FLAW" THAT ALL GARY STUS POSSESS. Aaaaand, best of all, the BLUE EYES (for the record, they're not piercing. They're fierce).
"He was a perfect paramour of twenty years, except for a jagged white scar cutting from below one eye down his cheek."
Oh, I'm sorry, were you expecting a historical fiction novel? For your own good, don't even bother. Were you looking for some character development and supernatural stuff? Either lower your expectations drastically or don't bother, yo.
I'm pretty sure we've all read books like this, so we all know what type of romance they had: insta-love. And obsession.
That's all I'm going to say. Really, this book has little potential, and if I were to list all the problems with this book, I would go way past the Goodreads review limit. So, unless you're a complete masochist, don't read this.
QUOTES TIME!
"Her knees trembled with giddiness from the protective rage behind his command."
"Alexia spent it listening and wishing for Sarah, or Father or Rupert - anyone to rescue her."
"He towered nearly twice her height, well not really" (my emphasis)
"He was the only thing that made sense anymore" (right after he held her as a prisoner)
"He guided her toward the empty study as she reminded herself again: she hated him. (lesson: when you hate someone, make out with them)
"Her jaw tumbled"
"I must know, were you running from me?"
"Me, running from you?" She scowled. "You left me!" (DRAMA QUEEN)
"She had to save him! He was going to marry her!"
"The sword dropped tediously"
"I love you, father, but he is my future." (for someone she has barely met.)
"For frightening me. For keeping me prisoner.' She wanted to continue by rebuking him for being so attractive and yet so unattainable.
And my favorite:
No. This is nowhere near Jane Eyre. Alexia WISHES she was Jane Eyre. This bitch is way too shallow, too goddamn selfish to be considered anywhere NEAR Eyre.
To say the least, Moonless was torture.
I have no energy to bring up all the faults this book has, so I shall briefly touch on a few. Actually, I think I'll also list all the
Once I started reading Moonless, I noticed the horribly juvenile writing. It did not flow, had weird word choice, and some sentences made absolutely no sense. There was an overabundance of adverbs (one of my main pet peeves), resulting in prose that was difficult to bear. Clearly, a better editor was needed to pay attention to these small yet important details. I mean, when you come across a sentence like "her jaw tumbled," you know the writing isn't going to be so great.
"What change, Alexia?"
"I - I am beautiful."
Oh please. This is ridiculous. Right before the love interest shows up, she suddenly becomes "beautiful?" *facepalm*
Characteristic of books like these, we have the traditional "perfect heroine" and - wait for it - the perfect hero. HE EVEN HAS THE SIGNATURE "MINOR FLAW" THAT ALL GARY STUS POSSESS. Aaaaand, best of all, the BLUE EYES (for the record, they're not piercing. They're fierce).
"He was a perfect paramour of twenty years, except for a jagged white scar cutting from below one eye down his cheek."
Oh, I'm sorry, were you expecting a historical fiction novel? For your own good, don't even bother. Were you looking for some character development and supernatural stuff? Either lower your expectations drastically or don't bother, yo.
I'm pretty sure we've all read books like this, so we all know what type of romance they had: insta-love. And obsession.
That's all I'm going to say. Really, this book has little potential, and if I were to list all the problems with this book, I would go way past the Goodreads review limit. So, unless you're a complete masochist, don't read this.
QUOTES TIME!
"Her knees trembled with giddiness from the protective rage behind his command."
"Alexia spent it listening and wishing for Sarah, or Father or Rupert - anyone to rescue her."
"He towered nearly twice her height, well not really" (my emphasis)
"He was the only thing that made sense anymore" (right after he held her as a prisoner)
"He guided her toward the empty study as she reminded herself again: she hated him. (lesson: when you hate someone, make out with them)
"Her jaw tumbled"
"I must know, were you running from me?"
"Me, running from you?" She scowled. "You left me!" (DRAMA QUEEN)
"She had to save him! He was going to marry her!"
"The sword dropped tediously"
"I love you, father, but he is my future." (for someone she has barely met.)
"For frightening me. For keeping me prisoner.' She wanted to continue by rebuking him for being so attractive and yet so unattainable.
And my favorite:
"His grimace deepened as he neared her side - not so much a grimace as a darkening of the eyes. She wanted to melt into the floor and cease to be."
autumnfaeb's review against another edition
3.0
Thanks to the author for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
The cover is really cool for this book. I understand the clock reference but not so much with the alphabet stuff? Hm. Maybe that will be explained in another book? Goodreads doesn't have this listed as a series, but I definitely think that it's going to have another book coming up. Things just weren't wrapped up enough for this to be a stand alone novel.
I have to admit I was confused through much of this. It took a while for things to start to be explained and Arik/Kiren just didn't do that great of a job at it. I know he wants to keep Alexia safe, but I think he was just being stupid. Ugh, get over yourself a little buddy and explain what the heck is going on.
Alexia was ok, but she asked some funky questions and not the right ones I feel. She made me confused many times. The entire thing with her change left me dazed because many people think she went through a change, but not really. That part is hard to explain. I think that I was reading a little too fast at some points because I feel like I'm missing a lot of what happened.
Plus propriety makes me ill. Hah! That's not the author's fault since this is written in a time period where crap like this did happen. Ugh. Father's need to butt out of love lives.
Pretty good story, but confusing for some parts. I recommend it for those who like 19th/20th century stuff.
The cover is really cool for this book. I understand the clock reference but not so much with the alphabet stuff? Hm. Maybe that will be explained in another book? Goodreads doesn't have this listed as a series, but I definitely think that it's going to have another book coming up. Things just weren't wrapped up enough for this to be a stand alone novel.
I have to admit I was confused through much of this. It took a while for things to start to be explained and Arik/Kiren just didn't do that great of a job at it. I know he wants to keep Alexia safe, but I think he was just being stupid. Ugh, get over yourself a little buddy and explain what the heck is going on.
Alexia was ok, but she asked some funky questions and not the right ones I feel. She made me confused many times. The entire thing with her change left me dazed because many people think she went through a change, but not really. That part is hard to explain. I think that I was reading a little too fast at some points because I feel like I'm missing a lot of what happened.
Plus propriety makes me ill. Hah! That's not the author's fault since this is written in a time period where crap like this did happen. Ugh. Father's need to butt out of love lives.
Pretty good story, but confusing for some parts. I recommend it for those who like 19th/20th century stuff.
kdotsart's review against another edition
1.0
This is easily one of the worst written novels I have ever read. 153 pages into the book and I still didn't know what a Passionate was, what they did, why the Soulless were after them, who Arik or Kiren were, anything. I finished the book only because I thought surely, surely, everything would make more sense. Unfortunately, I now have a permanently furrowed brow and after finishing the book, have almost as many questions as I started with.
The tremendous use of pronouns made the book even more confusing than it already was. When there were two women in a scene, it was difficult to tell who was doing what because of all the "she"s. Same with conversation. I had to re-read conversation multiple times to figure out which character was saying what.
The transitions were abrupt. Word choice was poor. Barrier for door? It was borderline erotica-style writing and it's supposed to be a YA book?
I will never get the time back from my life from reading this book and I will most certainly not buy it for my library.
The tremendous use of pronouns made the book even more confusing than it already was. When there were two women in a scene, it was difficult to tell who was doing what because of all the "she"s. Same with conversation. I had to re-read conversation multiple times to figure out which character was saying what.
The transitions were abrupt. Word choice was poor. Barrier for door? It was borderline erotica-style writing and it's supposed to be a YA book?
I will never get the time back from my life from reading this book and I will most certainly not buy it for my library.