tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post2538186402509677923..comments2024-03-29T00:46:04.020-04:00Comments on Supernatural Snark: Review: The Mephisto CovenantJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-20431161374218637162011-10-01T17:17:25.756-04:002011-10-01T17:17:25.756-04:00As much as I love your reviews (and I really, real...As much as I love your reviews (and I really, really do), every once in a while there is one like this that makes me wonder if I'd love the book or hate it. But as almost always, it makes me want to give it a try just to find out.Tara SG (25 Hour Books)http://25hourbooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-1937245881541619982011-09-17T15:39:40.916-04:002011-09-17T15:39:40.916-04:00I like your honest review of what works for this s...I like your honest review of what works for this story and what doesn't. It sounds interesting. Though, it seems like a book that I might have trouble with since I tend to gravitate toward more character-driven stories. However, I might pick it up eventually just for the entertainment factor.Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10426182171849519693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-67473777279682788602011-09-17T06:04:16.427-04:002011-09-17T06:04:16.427-04:00This sounded pretty cool, but your list of negativ...This sounded pretty cool, but your list of negatives are things that would bother me - possibly a lot. Still, I'm tempted. Maybe I'll look into this one at the library.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06075396524555306851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-85759605215435838552011-09-16T23:10:48.638-04:002011-09-16T23:10:48.638-04:00Hmm, you have me questioning this one. I was goin...Hmm, you have me questioning this one. I was going to get it, but now, I'm not sure. You're threes usually mean I could take it or leave it. Think I might wait for the library. It's a gorgeous cover. And I love the title!<br /><br />HeatherBURIED IN BOOKShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18205451716054533728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-72716558044074915992011-09-16T15:15:21.154-04:002011-09-16T15:15:21.154-04:00I started this one a couple of days ago but haven&...I started this one a couple of days ago but haven't been able to get back to it since school began. Sasha seems wishy-washy from your review so I might have to get started on another book while reading this one so I don't get annoyed by the characters.A Canadian Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07127164685941412250noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-84682658336891304372011-09-16T14:05:51.961-04:002011-09-16T14:05:51.961-04:00I can definitely see where you're coming from,...I can definitely see where you're coming from, but I was a fan of this one. I found the plot so intriguing that it carried me through the Sasha-throttling moments (as Missie so eloquently put it). Awesome review!Logan E. Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06468248031164464546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-49022309909629574922011-09-16T10:07:38.133-04:002011-09-16T10:07:38.133-04:00Thank you for the great review. I wasn't sure ...Thank you for the great review. I wasn't sure about this one, but I think I may skip it. I need a break from gritty YA reads. I also get frustrated when the characterization isn't up to par like you mentioned. I do love that cover though!Christina / Book Addicthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06661826027260861430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-74956248586656350262011-09-15T23:38:19.952-04:002011-09-15T23:38:19.952-04:00In all honesty, the synopsis didn't really gra...In all honesty, the synopsis didn't really grab my attention. Me thinks it's because I'm slightly worn out, LOL! Still, I don't think this one is making the top of my TBR anytime soon. Still, even for only a book you like you managed to make your review fabulous! Seriously, your skills in this department are mad brilliant...but, I digress...<br /><br />Jen<br /><a href="http://intheclosetbibliophile.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">In the Closet With a Bibliophile</a>Jen (@ Jens Book Closet)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02339586413882184139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-33828722479768986112011-09-15T17:47:27.079-04:002011-09-15T17:47:27.079-04:00Hmm, the characters sound mega annoying. Which is ...Hmm, the characters sound mega annoying. Which is unfortunate because I think the concept and world is really great! Bummer, but thanks for the review!Ayleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07639250102446794830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-90053829366722300092011-09-15T16:28:03.287-04:002011-09-15T16:28:03.287-04:00Now the question is whether I am the critical read...Now the question is whether I am the critical reader or the other one ;)Blodeueddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03435479623560871881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-32614181083827375502011-09-15T15:04:49.299-04:002011-09-15T15:04:49.299-04:00I haven't read this one, but it's siting o...I haven't read this one, but it's siting on my shelf. I hate that the characters weren't what you wanted. If I can't connect with the characters, it's hard for me to connect with the story.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-67149916032737943122011-09-15T14:39:14.524-04:002011-09-15T14:39:14.524-04:00Now that I know that I would have to read it super...Now that I know that I would have to read it superficially, I think I could do it and it wouldn't bother me, but I think I want more in my books. Thanks for the honest review!Melissa (Books and Things)https://www.blogger.com/profile/00074452958853212024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-83991850443047512022011-09-15T14:23:56.865-04:002011-09-15T14:23:56.865-04:00I'm incredibly tired of "I'm not goin...I'm incredibly tired of "I'm not going to ever see him again, EVER!" then we're thrust right back into their love/hate story on the next page... Hmmm... I really need to read this before the 27th!Bookish Brunettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04753627136675666788noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-59498643808255339802011-09-15T12:11:31.501-04:002011-09-15T12:11:31.501-04:00Thanks for such a great, honest review, Jenny. Whi...Thanks for such a great, honest review, Jenny. While the plot and mythology seem great, I don't think I handle weak character developments. I'm definitely a critical reader and don't think I can surpass the superficiality of the book.Rummanah Aasihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12119402559076729383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-52172420453857047852011-09-15T11:49:41.920-04:002011-09-15T11:49:41.920-04:00Oh.
I never bothered to read any reviews for this ...Oh.<br />I never bothered to read any reviews for this one. Looks like I should have. I'm not so sure if I'm still excited for it. Thanks for thorough and honest review, Jenny!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03849853402753473461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-32947397746679188942011-09-15T11:41:06.210-04:002011-09-15T11:41:06.210-04:00Why do I have the urge to throttle Sasha? She just...Why do I have the urge to throttle Sasha? She just seems like the type that purposely tries to make her life as dramatic as possible. Can't say I'm down with that. <br /><br />Thanks for the honest review Jenny. I think I've gleaned all I need to know about this book from your review. :)Missie, The Unread Readerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10548256640926555361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-2737362713896194712011-09-15T11:20:18.678-04:002011-09-15T11:20:18.678-04:00I have this book to start on soon. Sorry to hear y...I have this book to start on soon. Sorry to hear you had a hard time connecting with the characters. I really hate it when that happens. :/ Thanks for sharing your review on the book, Jenny! I'm trying to decide if I want to read it now, or not. lol! :)Christy @ TheReaderBeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01685095896828655217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-86517728782898710132011-09-15T10:36:14.924-04:002011-09-15T10:36:14.924-04:00I liked this book too! My gosh, it seems like we a...I liked this book too! My gosh, it seems like we are reading the same books lately! I really love the way the story weaved with Adam/Eve. Nice review!Savannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12549790893415179900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-35628472627759770812011-09-15T10:04:19.495-04:002011-09-15T10:04:19.495-04:00I haven't read too many good things about this...I haven't read too many good things about this one but it's up next for me so we'll see.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-29828963806247817672011-09-15T09:51:26.041-04:002011-09-15T09:51:26.041-04:00Lauren - I really enjoyed the mythology though it ...Lauren - I really enjoyed the mythology though it was a little confusing for a while, but Sasha and Jax were a bit problematic for me.<br /><br />Liza - I loved the premise, it felt different to me and that made me a bit more forgiving of Sasha and Jax's flaws.<br /><br />Register - Isn't it? LOVE The cover:)<br /><br />Mary - I had trouble with the characters too, and all the different factions were a bit off putting at first, but once I got them figured out I could focus on the story and keep going.<br /><br />Nic - I think maybe if you went in not expecting much other than to read for fun, it wouldn't be a problem. If you go in wanting amazingly deep characters you'll probably be disappointed:)<br /><br />Leanna - Thanks! And I love the cover as well, the colors are gorgeous.<br /><br />Jacinda - Me too. And Sasha and Jax tested my ability to put plot/premise over characterization, but I was able to for the most part:)<br /><br />DGSA - Can't wait to see how your thoughts compare!<br /><br />Tina - Hahaha maybe I was having a good patient day:)<br /><br />Julie - The love didn't work for me at all, I couldn't believe in it on either side, but I enjoyed the mythology of it.<br /><br />Amanda - I'm going to go out on a limb and say this one won't impress you:) There's not so much a mystery as the unveiling of a paranormal mythology.<br /><br />Bailey - Once I got over the love situation and understood things a bit more with regard to the Mephisto, I actually found myself cruising right along and then I was at the end:)<br /><br />Small - Thanks! I would guess based on some of your past DNFs that you probably won't finish this one. Sasha and Jax's back and forth is a lot to deal with, but in the end I was pretty entertained.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-84552844875362464992011-09-15T09:35:21.658-04:002011-09-15T09:35:21.658-04:00This is such an informative review! I really have ...This is such an informative review! I really have an idea about what to expect now. I'm still not sure if the book is for me or not though. I don't like the sound of that MC at all, but the rest sounds interesting. I have it, so maybe I'll give it a shot sometime. Thanks!Small Reviewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16072352095510905410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-47545983777715415502011-09-15T09:34:29.747-04:002011-09-15T09:34:29.747-04:00"A story of damnation and redemption..."..."A story of damnation and redemption..." You summed it up perfectly! I really enjoyed this book, but like you I questioned Jax's true intentions. I was really confused as to whether or not he really wanted to find love with Sasha. Another insightful review, Jenny. =DBaileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08575179545134751295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-49126157139887709732011-09-15T09:25:22.345-04:002011-09-15T09:25:22.345-04:00Most plot-driven books I enjoy seem to be mysterie...Most plot-driven books I enjoy seem to be mysteries, because the mystery is [usually] strong enough to carry the book. Not sure this one would be for me.Amanda @ On a Book Benderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03975515860710635598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-63076361509192792422011-09-15T09:16:29.557-04:002011-09-15T09:16:29.557-04:00Good review and but I think I was one of the criti...Good review and but I think I was one of the critical reviewers of this book. all the insta love and his powers. I also didn't like the info dump ;(<br /><br />Pretty CoverJulie@My5monkeyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17861113387434481518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-90497754382400654722011-09-15T08:20:27.683-04:002011-09-15T08:20:27.683-04:00Well you did much better than me on this one...I a...Well you did much better than me on this one...I actually had to stop reading it...I was bored out of my mind!!!!!<br /><br />Butgood review there Jenny...;)Tinasbookreviewshttp://www.tinasbookreviews.comnoreply@blogger.com