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Talented (Talented Saga, #1)
Talented (Talented Saga, #1)
Sophie Davis | 2012 | Dystopia, Young Adult (YA)
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9.0 (4 Ratings)
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I first read this book and most of the series years ago before it became popular. Before long I was hooked and had binge read all the available books!!

The book follows Talia as she graduates school and lands her dream job. Throughout the story you learn more about the Talented and the world they live in, from Talia’s perspective.

I found Talia to be a very relatable character, particularly as she has a temper which often gets her in trouble. It was also very easy to empathise with Talia and the struggles she faced in the book.

The book is part of a series so there are still many unanswered questions by the end.

I would definitely recommend this book series especially if you like dystopian books.
  
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ashezbookz (32 KP) rated Keeper in Books

Jul 5, 2018  
Keeper
Keeper
Kim Chance | 2018 | Fiction & Poetry, Paranormal, Science Fiction/Fantasy
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8.5 (4 Ratings)
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This book is what I like to call a "slow burn". It started off at a steady pace and continued at a steady pace until the end where it exploded into an awesome end.

The book starts off introducing the Lainey and her "sidekick" which is referred to often in the book, and who I personally adore - I don't know what it is with me and the side characters in books but damn she's just so awesome I can't help myself.

The book progresses into learning about the Lainey's past and her role as being the Keeper of the Grimoire - reminded me truly of Charmed and their protection of the Book of Shadows and that's one of my favourite shows of all time - and then we learn about all the twists and turns of Lainey's past (spoilers upon spoilers so no mention here) but some twists, some turns, some predictable spots but overall exciting.

The one liners in this book are epic - by one liners I mean solid laugh out loud lines that I just had to re-read multiple times for more chuckles before I moved on because they were that entertaining. I did not think this book would have that much humor in it and I absolutely adored that! SUPER AWESOME.

I definitely recommend this book - I don't read much about witches, etc. this had a plethora of supernatural beings in it which is exciting and I definitely think it's set up for another book - at least I hope so, I'd read more of this world.
  
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The Replacement ( A Culling of Blood and Magic book 1)
By K.M. Rives
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She was never meant to be a member of the Culling. He was never supposed to find his mate. Fate stepped in to ensure both.

There was only one reason the bond would choose Emery Montgomery. Her twin was dead. As soon as the silver band of the Culling appeared on her wrist, binding her to the vampire prince himself, her world turned upside down.

Forced to compete for the heart of her enemy in an archaic version of The Bachelor, Emery had only three things on her mind: Keep her witch heritage a secret, find her sister's murderer, and above all, don’t fall for the sinfully handsome prince.

August Nicholson wanted nothing to do with the pompously groomed women in his Culling, that was, until Emery showed up. She was unlike any other, calmed the dark twisted side of him few knew existed.

Instantly drawn to her, August must struggle against her intoxicating presence, because while he may want her for himself, he needs her to play her part to protect his family more.

Together, Emery and August must fight their feelings and find the culprit behind her twin’s murder, because if the Montgomery women were being hunted, Emery was next.

Took me a while to find a flow with this book but once I had it was really good. It had this strange feel of medieval castle with Kings and Princes mixed with the modern world very strange world building but I really liked it. The characters are fun and you find yourself fully invested towards the end. Highly recommended.
  
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Erika (17788 KP) rated True Blood - Season 3 in TV

Sep 5, 2020 (Updated Sep 5, 2020)  
True Blood  - Season 3
True Blood - Season 3
2010 | Sci-Fi
Not my favorite season; this season introduces trashy werewolves into the True Blood universe.

The first few scenes take care of the last season's cliffhanger, showing who kidnapped Bill. It's not really clear as to why he was kidnapped at first, but we get an introduction into the world of Vampire Kings and Queens of the states.

I really don't care about Tara, I find her completely annoying. Eggs bites, accidentally shot by Jason, and the subsequent coverup as Andy takes responsibility. Hey, it's just a cop killing a dude. Tara, of course, goes off the deep end, she is the most annoying, unstable character in the entire series.

The most interesting part of this season was learning more about Eric.

We also FINALLY know what Suki is, to which her response is: How f-cking lame. I agree Sookie.

Again, another cliffhanger, but that's the MO. I think the only reason I moved onto the 4th season was to figure out where Sookie actually went. Luckily, the 4th season is much better.