everett_'s review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bookshop_b's review against another edition
3.0
While this book wasn't as awesome as the first one, it was still pretty good :) I really liked the twists and turns and I especially loved learning more about Elsewhere.
I found Kitty a bit more annoying in this book than the last one but she is still a great character in theatres and she grows a bit more of a backbone.
Knox was like a roller coaster in this book. He kept switching from dick to normal Knox all the way throughout the book which was confusing. He has so many different faces - from the leader of the Blackcoats to being in the government's side - it's hard to really figure out who he really is and what he ultimately wants.
This book felt a bit more dystopian rebellion cliche than the first book but it was still unique enough to keep me interested.
I probably will read the last one when its released later this year but I'm not waiting desperately for the finale of this series. I've enjoyed it but it doesn't make the all time faves list.
I found Kitty a bit more annoying in this book than the last one but she is still a great character in theatres and she grows a bit more of a backbone.
Knox was like a roller coaster in this book. He kept switching from dick to normal Knox all the way throughout the book which was confusing. He has so many different faces - from the leader of the Blackcoats to being in the government's side - it's hard to really figure out who he really is and what he ultimately wants.
This book felt a bit more dystopian rebellion cliche than the first book but it was still unique enough to keep me interested.
I probably will read the last one when its released later this year but I'm not waiting desperately for the finale of this series. I've enjoyed it but it doesn't make the all time faves list.
erinarkin20's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
Captive by Aimee Carter is the second book in The Blackcoat Rebellion series and I was pretty excited when I got my hands on a copy of this book because it meant I got to dive into the world that these characters live in and learn more about who the Blackcoats are as well as what their plans were.
Jumping back into this story, we find that Kitty has been working with Knox to put up a unified front and show that they love each other to the public while working to figure out what to do about Daxton. Kitty has been keeping things from Knox but she also feels like he has been keeping things from her. It is clear that neither of them really trusts each other and in the end, that is the thing that stands in their way. Kitty wants to be included in more of the conversations and decisions while Knox wants to keep her out of it.
Because of the distrust they have in each other, Kitty ends up doing some things that ultimately get her thrown into Elsewhere where she really finds out how difficult things are. As she struggles to figure out how she is going to survive, we are introduced to some new characters, namely Scotia and Hannah Mercer. I can’t say much about either of them but just know that both play pretty critical roles in the remainder of the story and have a huge impact on Kitty.
I have to admit here that Kitty drove me crazy in this book. Yes, I get it – her lack of trust in others had a lot to do with the things she did but boy, I was hoping she would support just one of the decisions that Knox made and trust that he wasn’t going to do anything bad. Ultimately, Kitty is still the same character as she was in book one, she will do anything for the people she loves and right now that list is pretty short…Benjy. He is the one person that she is willing to do whatever it takes to protect and when she realizes she may not be able to do that, everything changes.
I thought Carter did a great job of moving the story forward as well and bringing in some new characters and integrating them into the plot. Additionally, there were a few twists that I didn’t necessarily see coming and it is always a good thing when that happens. A lot actually happens in this book and it was good to see that this didn’t fall into the second book trap of being filler. We find out just how big a reach Knox and the Rebellion have as well as a bit about their plans to go after the Prime Minister and the government. In the end, we also learn a bit more about Knox and what he feels is his role within the rebellion.
Unfortunately there isn’t a lot I can say about the plot of the book as I really don’t want to ruin the story for you. There is quite a bit of action as well as some twists and turns I hadn’t anticipated. Based on how this book ended, I am definitely looking forward to the final book in this series. Please note: If you are looking for romance you may not be satisfied - I thought (similar to book one) that the relationship between Kitty and Benjy, although clearly important, was somewhat under-developed. For me, this was completely ok but I still didn’t feel the intense love that these two characters are supposed to have for each other. Overall, I think if you liked the first book you will enjoy this one as well so definitely consider checking this one out when you can.
Thank you to Harlequin Teen for the review copy!
Captive by Aimee Carter is the second book in The Blackcoat Rebellion series and I was pretty excited when I got my hands on a copy of this book because it meant I got to dive into the world that these characters live in and learn more about who the Blackcoats are as well as what their plans were.
Jumping back into this story, we find that Kitty has been working with Knox to put up a unified front and show that they love each other to the public while working to figure out what to do about Daxton. Kitty has been keeping things from Knox but she also feels like he has been keeping things from her. It is clear that neither of them really trusts each other and in the end, that is the thing that stands in their way. Kitty wants to be included in more of the conversations and decisions while Knox wants to keep her out of it.
Because of the distrust they have in each other, Kitty ends up doing some things that ultimately get her thrown into Elsewhere where she really finds out how difficult things are. As she struggles to figure out how she is going to survive, we are introduced to some new characters, namely Scotia and Hannah Mercer. I can’t say much about either of them but just know that both play pretty critical roles in the remainder of the story and have a huge impact on Kitty.
I have to admit here that Kitty drove me crazy in this book. Yes, I get it – her lack of trust in others had a lot to do with the things she did but boy, I was hoping she would support just one of the decisions that Knox made and trust that he wasn’t going to do anything bad. Ultimately, Kitty is still the same character as she was in book one, she will do anything for the people she loves and right now that list is pretty short…Benjy. He is the one person that she is willing to do whatever it takes to protect and when she realizes she may not be able to do that, everything changes.
I thought Carter did a great job of moving the story forward as well and bringing in some new characters and integrating them into the plot. Additionally, there were a few twists that I didn’t necessarily see coming and it is always a good thing when that happens. A lot actually happens in this book and it was good to see that this didn’t fall into the second book trap of being filler. We find out just how big a reach Knox and the Rebellion have as well as a bit about their plans to go after the Prime Minister and the government. In the end, we also learn a bit more about Knox and what he feels is his role within the rebellion.
Unfortunately there isn’t a lot I can say about the plot of the book as I really don’t want to ruin the story for you. There is quite a bit of action as well as some twists and turns I hadn’t anticipated. Based on how this book ended, I am definitely looking forward to the final book in this series. Please note: If you are looking for romance you may not be satisfied - I thought (similar to book one) that the relationship between Kitty and Benjy, although clearly important, was somewhat under-developed. For me, this was completely ok but I still didn’t feel the intense love that these two characters are supposed to have for each other. Overall, I think if you liked the first book you will enjoy this one as well so definitely consider checking this one out when you can.
Thank you to Harlequin Teen for the review copy!
somarostam's review against another edition
5.0
The first book in this series, Pawn, made it to my five-stars favorites. It was absolutely phenomenal and I thought there was NO WAY to top the first book, but Aimee Carter proved me wrong.
Kitty Doe has been playing her role as Lila Hart, surrounded by enemies and friends, it's becoming harder for her to know who to trust. But when a series of events shake the foundations of all the lies the government has been built on, and Kitty has the hardest decision to make; give up, or fight for freedom.
This book has no dull moments, not a second passes by without something major happening, there is no boredom. I LOVED the plot. It's fast. It's electrifying. It's thought-provoking. It's suspenseful. There are even MORE things at stake in this book than in the first one.
Of course, Aimee Carter's discriptions are still to-the-point and vivid. But the strongest suit of this book is definitely the characters. Kitty amazes me. I love her bravery, her loyalty, her commitment to the cause. Her love. There is not ONE moment that I didn't like her. Then, there's Knox who got a lot more of appearances in this book. But we had little of Benjy. I hope we see more of him in the next book.
Of course, there is romance. But I am not sure whether I can consider this as a love-triangle or not. It's been two books now and I still don't know if one of the guys is considered as a love interest or not. I guess it will all be resolved in the third book and I can't wait!
The ending was thrilling and such a huge BANG that left me with millions of questions. I cannot wait to get my hands on the third book! This is definitely one of my favorite series to date! If you are a fan of dystopia and survival stories like The Hunger Games and Divergent, then this book is the one for you!
Kitty Doe has been playing her role as Lila Hart, surrounded by enemies and friends, it's becoming harder for her to know who to trust. But when a series of events shake the foundations of all the lies the government has been built on, and Kitty has the hardest decision to make; give up, or fight for freedom.
This book has no dull moments, not a second passes by without something major happening, there is no boredom. I LOVED the plot. It's fast. It's electrifying. It's thought-provoking. It's suspenseful. There are even MORE things at stake in this book than in the first one.
Of course, Aimee Carter's discriptions are still to-the-point and vivid. But the strongest suit of this book is definitely the characters. Kitty amazes me. I love her bravery, her loyalty, her commitment to the cause. Her love. There is not ONE moment that I didn't like her. Then, there's Knox who got a lot more of appearances in this book. But we had little of Benjy. I hope we see more of him in the next book.
Of course, there is romance. But I am not sure whether I can consider this as a love-triangle or not. It's been two books now and I still don't know if one of the guys is considered as a love interest or not. I guess it will all be resolved in the third book and I can't wait!
The ending was thrilling and such a huge BANG that left me with millions of questions. I cannot wait to get my hands on the third book! This is definitely one of my favorite series to date! If you are a fan of dystopia and survival stories like The Hunger Games and Divergent, then this book is the one for you!
reading37's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
fictionalkate's review against another edition
4.0
Kitty Doe never imagined how drastically her life could change in just a few months. From living in a group home in near poverty, she's now paraded around the most elite parties in the country draped in elegant gowns and jewellery. All she had to do was change her name... and her face. Impersonating the Prime Minister's niece Lila Hart may not have been Kitty's choice but she knows she has to play the part to keep those she loves safe. Masquerading as a wealthy socialite is not as easy as you might think. Her fake fiance Knox is keeping things from Kitty and the secret organization (the Blackcoats) who are planning a rebellion will not share their plans. Things only get more difficult when Kitty is captured and held captive in Elsewhere - a place in which even your worst nightmares can not compare with reality. Not willing to just lay down and die, Kitty plans on getting revenge on those who hurt her most and support the Blackcoats what ever way she can.
I have to admit - I'm a little in love with Aimee Carter's Blackcoat Rebellion series. Pawn blew me away with its different take on a dystopian society and things just keep getting better. Captive is fantastically devised with Kitty really starting to stand up and sacrifice for what she believes in. She maintains some sense of herself even when the rest of the world thinks she is Lila Hart.
If you are looking for a great dystopian read after loving The Hunger Games and Divergent - Look no further than the Blackcoat Rebellion series!
In Captive, gone are the glamorous jewels and fabulous gowns. This time Kitty has to endure being marked a traitor and sent to the most horrible place in the realm. No longer a VII, Kitty is now marked as the lowest rank in society. A place where people can mark their life expectancy in days rather than years. In Elsewhere you get to see just how bad the current government are. It is slightly scary to see just how worthless they consider the lives of Elsewhere to be and how disposable they are. Ms. Carter did a great job in showing just how far removed Kitty is now compared to Lila Hart's life - and even to the drudgery of her life in the group home.
The overall story of the Blackcoat Rebellion, which started in Pawn, moves along nicely in Captive. Certain parts of the puzzle fall into place and after reading this book I'm more excited than ever to see just where the author intends on taking Kitty and her companions next. It is a little bit darker than the first but first perfectly within the world Ms Carter has created. There is a touch of romance which is nicely executed and does not overwhelm the story - which is great. I also liked that Captive is a book in which things happen. This novel does not suffer from the dreaded second book syndrome nor does it feel like a filler book. Yes things are setting up for something which promises to be amazing but there is a lot of action and consequence for Kitty as well.
IF you enjoyed Pawn, you will love Captive. Captive is one of those books which will keep you up all night reading - and then the next night just thinking about everything which happened! If you are new to the series I strongly encourage you to get out there and get your hands on a copy of Pawn! This series is quickly becoming one of my favourites with its interesting characters, hidden agendas and plots which intrigue me with their twists and turns.
Thanks to Harlequin Teen Australia for the review copy.
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I have to admit - I'm a little in love with Aimee Carter's Blackcoat Rebellion series. Pawn blew me away with its different take on a dystopian society and things just keep getting better. Captive is fantastically devised with Kitty really starting to stand up and sacrifice for what she believes in. She maintains some sense of herself even when the rest of the world thinks she is Lila Hart.
If you are looking for a great dystopian read after loving The Hunger Games and Divergent - Look no further than the Blackcoat Rebellion series!
In Captive, gone are the glamorous jewels and fabulous gowns. This time Kitty has to endure being marked a traitor and sent to the most horrible place in the realm. No longer a VII, Kitty is now marked as the lowest rank in society. A place where people can mark their life expectancy in days rather than years. In Elsewhere you get to see just how bad the current government are. It is slightly scary to see just how worthless they consider the lives of Elsewhere to be and how disposable they are. Ms. Carter did a great job in showing just how far removed Kitty is now compared to Lila Hart's life - and even to the drudgery of her life in the group home.
The overall story of the Blackcoat Rebellion, which started in Pawn, moves along nicely in Captive. Certain parts of the puzzle fall into place and after reading this book I'm more excited than ever to see just where the author intends on taking Kitty and her companions next. It is a little bit darker than the first but first perfectly within the world Ms Carter has created. There is a touch of romance which is nicely executed and does not overwhelm the story - which is great. I also liked that Captive is a book in which things happen. This novel does not suffer from the dreaded second book syndrome nor does it feel like a filler book. Yes things are setting up for something which promises to be amazing but there is a lot of action and consequence for Kitty as well.
IF you enjoyed Pawn, you will love Captive. Captive is one of those books which will keep you up all night reading - and then the next night just thinking about everything which happened! If you are new to the series I strongly encourage you to get out there and get your hands on a copy of Pawn! This series is quickly becoming one of my favourites with its interesting characters, hidden agendas and plots which intrigue me with their twists and turns.
Thanks to Harlequin Teen Australia for the review copy.
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cocojoelle's review against another edition
5.0
This series is definitely one of my favorites. I love how this story features a main character that goes through a huge character-development-process.
The main character is also not of the stereotypical kind. She isn’t the smartest, the prettiest or the most important. I love how those characteristics make this book so unique.
You sometimes get irritated by her personality, but not because she is basically too perfect, but because she is not.
So if you’re searching for a great book that doesn’t combine all possible stereotypes to create one godess-like main character, this is the series to read.
The books also really focus on the rebellion instead of the romance, romance is just a small part of it whereas for other books of the same category, it’s the exact opposite.
The main character is also not of the stereotypical kind. She isn’t the smartest, the prettiest or the most important. I love how those characteristics make this book so unique.
You sometimes get irritated by her personality, but not because she is basically too perfect, but because she is not.
So if you’re searching for a great book that doesn’t combine all possible stereotypes to create one godess-like main character, this is the series to read.
The books also really focus on the rebellion instead of the romance, romance is just a small part of it whereas for other books of the same category, it’s the exact opposite.
rbreesy's review against another edition
4.0
This book was good, though not as good as the first in the series. I found the main character a little annoying in how often she refused to listen to other people's directions. I'm still looking forward to the next book!
meganmreads's review against another edition
2.0
I just... can't.
I hate Kitty.
From her stupid name to her idiocy.
She's all "okay fine I'll trust you" and then she's all "nevermind I'm just gonna do my own thing and ruin everything for everyone else in the process." just over and over and over.
She ruined the series.
She's a useless teenage girl who needs someone to just lock her in a room and keep her away from important things.
Can this series just be redone from Knox's point of view?
Ugh.
I hate Kitty.
From her stupid name to her idiocy.
She's all "okay fine I'll trust you" and then she's all "nevermind I'm just gonna do my own thing and ruin everything for everyone else in the process." just over and over and over.
She ruined the series.
She's a useless teenage girl who needs someone to just lock her in a room and keep her away from important things.
Can this series just be redone from Knox's point of view?
Ugh.