While this book was a step in the right direction, I still felt like something was always missing. The fighting scenes were vague and easily describedWhile this book was a step in the right direction, I still felt like something was always missing. The fighting scenes were vague and easily described. I guess you can say it was overly simplified. Surface sentences like, "they fought hard and dirty and only one man was left standing." really messed up the intensity of the scene. Who bit who? Who was on top? How did he die? Things like that really got on my nerves and I was unable to stay immersed in the story.
This read had more fat than meat and well, I was left feeling unsatisfied.
I don't know if I'll read anymore Brooks titles right now. ...more
For all the fun I had reading this story, there was an equal amount of time spent explaining and teaching which was the opposite of fun. And 2.5 Stars
For all the fun I had reading this story, there was an equal amount of time spent explaining and teaching which was the opposite of fun. And as you know, that can get very old, very fast.
I couldn't wrap my head around the fact that Capt. Robichaux gets his own ship and has to train and understand this new crew who comes with a shitload of problems in a certain amount of time with no help, but each crew member he has to "win" over. On top of that, they are the only ones standing between the enemy and annihilation. Talk about pressure!
The narrator did the best he could do with what he was given and his voice is what kept me from quitting early on.
An man with no ties who is well-liked and works with children runs head-first into the lap of a reporter who sets the stage, or should I say, sets up An man with no ties who is well-liked and works with children runs head-first into the lap of a reporter who sets the stage, or should I say, sets up pedophiles.
Their meeting is not by happenstance. Unbeknownst to them, they are just pawns in a bigger scheme that spans time and many relationships.
The truth will come out, but at whose expense?
This may be the second book I've read by Coben and although the author was reaching at times, there was never a moment where I wanted to put the book down.
2 1/2 stars I liked the team aspect although I will have to wait to get to know some of them more.
Private had way too much going on to be an "in depth"2 1/2 stars I liked the team aspect although I will have to wait to get to know some of them more.
Private had way too much going on to be an "in depth" read. I would have enjoyed a more intricate story so that I, as the reader, could be more involved.
The plot was more mushy than solid so I'll check out the next one in this series before delivering a concrete verdict....more
A female wolf must bow and acquiesce when the keepers and her alpha decide she must do so.
Why did I think this main character would be stro1 1/2 stars
A female wolf must bow and acquiesce when the keepers and her alpha decide she must do so.
Why did I think this main character would be strong and have a mind of her own? I guess it was the beautiful cover and the fact that wolves have serious attitude problems. But, nay. The main character's own mother is subservient to the men around her and insists that her daughter carry on these traits.
Don't delve to far into this read as there are major inconsistencies in this story. We really don't know the motivations of the characters until we're a good 3/4 of the way through.
The ending left a lot hanging and maybe, just maybe, book 2 may have redeeming qualities, but for now, I'm not interested in finding out.
Bad boy is targeted, wanted by a group or the law. Enter girl, sometimes bad-ass, sometDevyn and Alix. A good mix.
The story was decent yet formulaic.
Bad boy is targeted, wanted by a group or the law. Enter girl, sometimes bad-ass, sometimes not, with issues who sees no other way to save herself and/or her family other than to accept the deal being offered, which is to seduce, capture, and/or trick the bad-guy and turn him in. However, during said treacherousness, the female and bad-ass make a connection and it becomes a hard decision to turn the bad guy in. But, with many inner monologues of self deprecation, the female talks herself out of any chance of a superior male specimen ever truly falling in love with her. The male bad-ass may or may not figure it out and/or help or feel betrayed.
Don't you just hate it when a book has an out-of-this world premise, but fails miserably when it comes to explaining and using the world and futuristiDon't you just hate it when a book has an out-of-this world premise, but fails miserably when it comes to explaining and using the world and futuristic abilities that they have to the fullest extent?
I am really astounded that the authors did not try (if they did, they, again, failed miserably) to expound on their previous book, pulling the reader in and giving them their well-deserved reward of having some story-lines wrapped up and handing out some conclusions to some cliffhangers.
The dialogue is VERY repetitive. If you like talk-fests, then you may like this read.
To be honest, this is not a "good" read. It's a convoluted mess that I forced myself to finish in the hopes of a spectacular breakthrough. No luck.
I listened to the audiobook which I borrowed (thank goodness) from the library.
2 1/2 stars Maxis Drago is a man wronged. The cause of some of his pain is his mate, Sera, who has never fully accepted him for the dragon he really is2 1/2 stars Maxis Drago is a man wronged. The cause of some of his pain is his mate, Sera, who has never fully accepted him for the dragon he really is.
Maxis, fed up with never coming first, being an outcast, and many other negative things, sets out to live a life of celibacy and peace.
Only problem with that is that Maxis has made some very powerful people angry.
In comes Sera back into his life and needing his help to save the children he knew nothing about.
Sera really didn't pull at my heartstrings at all. She was self-obsessed and worried about what other people thought too much and walked all over Max's heart.
Peeve: She comes back into his life and tells some sob story about how she realizes how wrong she was and saw his kids take after him in many ways. Really? You wait until they are kidnapped to tell their father about them and the kids never wanted to see their farther. UN-BELIEVABLE!
If a reader doesn't connect or like a main character and their motivations, what good is your story as a whole?
I liked Maxis, but thought him dim-witted when he accepted her back into his life.
The whole "He's/She's mine and I'll die/kill for him/her" wasn't acceptable due to a past that needed to be talked out with a therapist and not sexed out.
Not bad, just not for me.
*You best believe I did not spend my hard-earned money on this regurgitated theme*
The case involving a seemingly missing son and his captor's blackmail scheme left a lot to be desired and it sort of took a backseat to the relationshThe case involving a seemingly missing son and his captor's blackmail scheme left a lot to be desired and it sort of took a backseat to the relationship issues that both Kylie and Zach were dealing with.
It was missing the normal fast-paced intensity of the previous reads, but I still love the main characters and enjoy the writing style.
The Unleashing by Shelly Laurenston I really did not know what I was getting into. This was like a mix of Sweet Valley High, Chick Lit, Girls Gone WilThe Unleashing by Shelly Laurenston I really did not know what I was getting into. This was like a mix of Sweet Valley High, Chick Lit, Girls Gone Wild, and a few other things that just DON'T MIX! Crows. Yes, those bird thingies that feed on almost anything and cough up the indigestible stuff up. Yet, the ones in this book all look (I'm assuming) like cover models. Kera is dying and, Vig, a customer she thought was homeless, saves her life, making her a Crow. She's grateful until she realizes that her new life goes against everything she was before. Unable to come to grips with her situation she tries to find control in trying to bring order to a riotous group of females with special abilities. Needing to belong, but making it hard for herself, Kera leans on her love interest, Vig. To make a long story short, this read had too much girl power going on. I listened to the audiobook so the ladies really grated on my eardrums. The bickering and bitchiness really took a toll. Some may call this a "fun, light, and entertaining" read. For me, there was just too much estrogen, and an unrealistic plot, for me to enjoy it....more
I was trying to figure out what I liked about this series that I didn't with the Cross ones. I think - don't quote me - that this read has a little morI was trying to figure out what I liked about this series that I didn't with the Cross ones. I think - don't quote me - that this read has a little more filling. Especially to the cases. Zack and Kylie are more hands on, running from site to site and tossing ideas back and forth which draws the reader into the crime, into the world more.
I like the pacing and characters of this story. I'll definitely be reading the next one. ...more
Temple of the Winds was a little harder for me to get through as I decided to check out the audiobook. There was so much talk in this one I wasn't as Temple of the Winds was a little harder for me to get through as I decided to check out the audiobook. There was so much talk in this one I wasn't as excited to pick back up where I paused at.
Yes, the story-line was interesting, but getting from point A to point B was not altogether painless.
Nadine, a troubled little twit from Richard's home, arrives to stir up a cauldron of trouble.
Richard's reactions to Nadine's condemnation of Kahlan scared me a little. He was ready to kill folk over his beloved. No long the patient woods guide.
The 'Sith are fantastic and I love them to pieces. Their banter is always a treat.
Richard gramps sounded like an old man with a few screw loose even when he wasn't acting out for the traders and cannibals.
Rahl family members seemed to be coming out of the woodwork.
I also had a few qualms about how easily the people of this land changed their allegiance and swore oaths. Shame on them.
I don't know if I would have forgiven Kahlan. She had a little too much fun doing what she did. Nope, I'm not telling. It was a doosey!
Jodi and Todd are a seemingly normal couple. Maybe not as in love as they once were. There motions more habitual than a dance of lovers.
Tod1 1/2 Stars
Jodi and Todd are a seemingly normal couple. Maybe not as in love as they once were. There motions more habitual than a dance of lovers.
Todd, recently depressed, finds newness in the daughter of a close friend.
The wife finds out and her mind snaps. This is the best part of the book.
After the halfway point you're wondering why the hell this whole story is taking place. The wife, who sometime works as a psychiatrist doesn't even seem level-headed enough to be giving advice and somehow can't workout that her husband is playing her.
There just wasn't enough reasoning behind the actions taken by the characters.
The writing was a little bloated at times, but kept my attention. The story was, in short, unbelievably fatuous.
Dead body found sewed to a deer. Made me think Hannibal except this lead character is a detective, a mom, and I'm not sure, but I don't think she's exDead body found sewed to a deer. Made me think Hannibal except this lead character is a detective, a mom, and I'm not sure, but I don't think she's experiencing any symptoms of a mental breakdown.
The killer. No mystery there, or at least it wasn't for me, was an artsy type. He got creative with his killings due to a paranormal element.
This story begs to be read and I found myself wanting to get back to it at every turn. It had its off moments, but the writing outweighs it all.
Is the killer hallucinating or are we the ones who cannot see?
I'm just gonna recommend that you read it. (I wish I had wrote all my thoughts down as I was reading it)
Born Of Fire by Sherrilyn Kenyon Born of Fire by Sherrilyn Kenyon My rating: 3 of 5 stars I think I'm tired of wounded heroes. Bad boys with a sob stoBorn Of Fire by Sherrilyn Kenyon Born of Fire by Sherrilyn Kenyon My rating: 3 of 5 stars I think I'm tired of wounded heroes. Bad boys with a sob story. Histories that are used as excuses as to why they are the unemotional robots that they are, only to find out they have a Pillsbury dough-boy center, full of snot and tears just like every other person on the planet (universe if you're reading sci-fi). The chick in this read was determined not to see reason even when it was shoved down her throat. She was blinded by the rumor-mill and abuse she had suffered. Still, no sympathetic character here.I did like some of the backstory of Syn and his family. I would have liked to have read about more of his life.Not bad. Will read the next one. View all my reviews...more
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