tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post2958495790773843604..comments2024-03-29T03:42:52.885-04:00Comments on Supernatural Snark: Review: UnbreakableJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-57447415967579326092013-10-02T21:28:02.363-04:002013-10-02T21:28:02.363-04:00I love books that are fast paced and creepy, and t...I love books that are fast paced and creepy, and this has been sitting on my shelf for a while, but I haven't been super compelled to pick it up. It's definitely because of the high probability of a brother love triangle, which is a huge turnoff for me. Even if it's not in this one, I'm afraid to invest my heart and then get burned later. I'm so predictable. Your review is making me want to reconsider when to read this one, but as of now I'm planning to wait until more of the series releases before I invest. I asked Kami briefly about the triangle at BEA when she signed my book and she said it's a "different kind of love triangle, because she was tired of the same old thing." (or something close to that) So I don't know what that means exactly -whether it will get really triangle angsty, or if it will stay in pseudo land. Makes me curious, however. Another convincing review, friend!Lauren @ Love is not a trianglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15388832613855107816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-66916124553231288162013-10-02T08:02:29.846-04:002013-10-02T08:02:29.846-04:00You're making me regret that I didn't get ...You're making me regret that I didn't get a chance to finish this one, Jenny. I remember some of the deliciously creepy moments -- like the house breathing shards of glass. And how quickly paced and action packed this one seemed even if I had to skim it (ARC tour - one week limit to read).<br /><br />It always strikes me a bit strangely when MCs are not frustratingly realistic. We all do want a spot of escapism, true, but when characters don't falter in the face of the terrors you mention, sometimes I wonder if they're actual people or just idealizations of ourselves. "We know it's likely we would react just as she does, no matter how much we wish a different truth in its place" <-- Exactly. Though, at the same time, it still can be very frustrating to read if the MC gets too downtrodden in her circumstances (which might very well happen to us too).<br /><br />Yeah, although I didn't read this in full, just skimmed, I thought the same of the Kennedy / Jared situation and was a tad unsure of where Lukas even came in. You're right that the angst was low, but I wonder if it would increase in the next books since she and Stohl wrote Beautiful Creatures and that series was pretty angst-ridden. Not that that's a bad thing but still. And push-pull games - *sigh*. Is it just me or does that seem to happen more frequently with YA heroes? The heroines rarely get to have that kind of behavior before someone snaps at them whereas the heroes - yeah, some do end up getting called out but a lot go un... punished.<br /><br />What was your favorite scene? / part? The ending? The creep factor?Christina Reads YAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14937783114868207494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-82769181584795179722013-10-01T02:00:20.751-04:002013-10-01T02:00:20.751-04:00YES, I am soooo looking forward to the sequel. I a...YES, I am soooo looking forward to the sequel. I agree that the intensity will be ramped up. I was a fan of Kennedy/Jared, but I did want more. I have so many theories about Kennedy's involvement in the circle (involving her parents), so I'm excited to see if I'm right in book two. Awesome review Jenny, glad you enjoyed it overall!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-87795205851609908912013-09-30T23:35:49.225-04:002013-09-30T23:35:49.225-04:00I'm really looking forward to this. I have an ...I'm really looking forward to this. I have an ARC but I'm not sure when I'll get to it. I'm glad you enjoyed it!Tammy Sparkshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07399852378701581588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-12155735437750953122013-09-30T23:29:06.749-04:002013-09-30T23:29:06.749-04:00This sounds super creepy, but in a good way! Lol! ...This sounds super creepy, but in a good way! Lol! I do like scary reads and I'm happy to hear that the love triangle isn't much of one. Wonderful review, Jenny. I'm looking forward to this one. :)Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16682335183798720529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-47240114749923478342013-09-30T21:13:42.964-04:002013-09-30T21:13:42.964-04:00I have heard a lot of mixed things about this, but...I have heard a lot of mixed things about this, but I think I just have to read it! I'll be sure to read it when it's light out though! :)Candacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01701325312535440179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-24679553587622688082013-09-30T20:07:04.362-04:002013-09-30T20:07:04.362-04:00I am so excited to read this not only because it i...I am so excited to read this not only because it is a creepy tale but because I love the Beautiful Creatures series. I can't wait to see what Kami does on her own. I know it took me time to settle into the romance in BC so I will be patient with this one as well. Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05984216720423826256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-91812764469071115382013-09-30T19:45:53.120-04:002013-09-30T19:45:53.120-04:00I love creepy reads and this has been high on my w...I love creepy reads and this has been high on my wish list since I first read that intriguing synopsis. Kennedy seems like a character that I would quite like, I think I'd want more depth from the romance though.<br /><br />A fabulous review! I'm pleased to see you enjoyed this.Obsession with Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01866538237890994901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-11571630638612689382013-09-30T16:31:39.510-04:002013-09-30T16:31:39.510-04:00Oh, I am seeing really mixed reviews of this book ...Oh, I am seeing really mixed reviews of this book now that the release date is upon us. Not sure if I want to dive into this series or not. *torn*<br /><br />The Mad Scientist is in a bit of trouble. I am in need of some help getting back on my blogging feet after exploring Thailand, Laos & Malaysia for the past 6 months. Please do stop by and visit one or more of posts to help out & to let me know what your bookish self has been up to. :)<br><br />Mad Scientist @ <a href="http://madsteampunkery.com/" rel="nofollow">Steampunkery & Book Reviews</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13696191264575416773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-71617428439303437012013-09-30T16:24:45.585-04:002013-09-30T16:24:45.585-04:00It makes sense to me that the romance isn't as...It makes sense to me that the romance isn't as strong. Usually in these type of books it is a much slower burn. I usually like that in a series. Oh I do think that I need to get this book. I love the sound of the characters.Melissa (Books and Things)https://www.blogger.com/profile/00074452958853212024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-43056285304966311552013-09-30T15:04:16.216-04:002013-09-30T15:04:16.216-04:00I'm still on the fence about this book. Sigh. ...I'm still on the fence about this book. Sigh. =/ I love your review, but I can also see where it didn't work for you. <br /><br />And I miss you. A lot.Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14609984238909948421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-57731960972947262612013-09-30T13:08:24.168-04:002013-09-30T13:08:24.168-04:00I really liked this as well but had somilar feelin...I really liked this as well but had somilar feelings and reservations. <br /><br />I loved this part " frustrating realistic (this is more of a compliment than it sounds)" - hehe I actually love when a character is so real with flaws and not just perfectly strong and kick ass. And you are right, Kennedy was exactly this and I liked her the way she is. <br /><br />The romance could have been stronger, much stronger and it frustrated me a little. Still, It was such a great read and I'm looking forward to the next! Dannyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05998128531860725536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-67426680585270347712013-09-30T12:23:48.042-04:002013-09-30T12:23:48.042-04:00I love that these one really manages to bring the ...I love that these one really manages to bring the creep factor. I also like that Kennedy struggles here and there with everything that is going on around her. So often things just go too smoothly in books like this but it's great to hear that this one has some realistic elements to the way the MC deals with that is going on around her. Jennihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10714782276296445149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-24679551854707356132013-09-30T11:45:27.553-04:002013-09-30T11:45:27.553-04:00Gads I would really like to read this one Jen, it ...Gads I would really like to read this one Jen, it sounds deliciously creepy! Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15658833731713991138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-65954173047948722192013-09-30T11:18:30.120-04:002013-09-30T11:18:30.120-04:00As not a huge fan of Beautiful Creatures I wasn...As not a huge fan of Beautiful Creatures I wasn't sure about reading this one. I mostly have problems with her characters. This sounds like a really interesting story and I love the whole idea of it. Too bad that the romance isn't deeper but still it sounds like a really good read. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Great review Jenny :)Tanja - Tanychyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15084789780467257259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-68525678168635168852013-09-30T11:10:56.820-04:002013-09-30T11:10:56.820-04:00I'm quite excited for this book, Jenny, especi...I'm quite excited for this book, Jenny, especially since I heard it's quite similar to Supernatural and that is one of my favorite shows. I'm a bit worried about the love triangle though. You know how I feel about those, but I'm glad to hear that the romance is secondary to the plot. <br />I actually like that Kennedy is realistic and not brave all the time. I think I would connect with her well although I will probably be frustrated too.<br />Great review, Jenny!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-24971792637538639842013-09-30T10:08:54.368-04:002013-09-30T10:08:54.368-04:00I haven't read anything by this author before ...I haven't read anything by this author before and I've read less than stellar reviews about it. The story arc seems ok but I feel like it's a story I've read before. I think I'll wait to see how the series goes before picking it up. Glad you enjoyed it! Rummanah Aasihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12119402559076729383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-90257087359864638532013-09-30T10:03:43.917-04:002013-09-30T10:03:43.917-04:00I like the sound of the MC, especially since she h...I like the sound of the MC, especially since she has her fearful, faltering moments (instead of being a total badass). I wasn't really interested in this book before, but I'll definitely keep an eye out for it now.<br /><br />Fabulous review! Lea (YA Book Queen)https://www.blogger.com/profile/07360720431931072505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-26396207628766081542013-09-30T10:03:36.459-04:002013-09-30T10:03:36.459-04:00I just started Supernatural Evie! I knew of Sam an...I just started Supernatural Evie! I knew of Sam and Dean before from Tumblr and Tweets and things, but I'd never really seen the show, but I downloaded the whole first season on my iPad to take on vacation a few weeks back and now I'm addicted. I watched 7 episodes on the plane alone, I love that there are so many episodes per season! Sam and Dean for the win.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-30270214598921033852013-09-30T10:01:46.124-04:002013-09-30T10:01:46.124-04:00It is perfect for halloween! The romance had it...It is perfect for halloween! The romance had it's frustrating moments, but nothing absurd or overly irritating, I'm just hoping we get a little more in the next book! You know me and my romance:)Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-69857605878460627222013-09-30T10:00:51.725-04:002013-09-30T10:00:51.725-04:00It was a really fast read and I didn't want to...It was a really fast read and I didn't want to put it down, so that fact made up for some of the smaller issues I had:) I'm definitely curious to see where things go for all of them in the next book!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-25257464012044353272013-09-30T09:59:47.572-04:002013-09-30T09:59:47.572-04:00I have high hopes that we'll get more from Jar...I have high hopes that we'll get more from Jared in this next one, the push-pull thing got on my nerves, but I so enjoyed the creepiness of the book that it didn't bother me too much. It seemed to me like a romantic decision had definitively been made in this book, and I'm hoping Kennedy doesn't start waffling in the future!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-26964177796214659722013-09-30T09:58:22.786-04:002013-09-30T09:58:22.786-04:00I was iffy as well just because I'm a giant wu...I was iffy as well just because I'm a giant wuss, but it was more suspenseful than outright scary, and I just had fun reading it. It didn't blow my mind, but I enjoyed every page I read:)Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-33395850062510713692013-09-30T09:57:39.024-04:002013-09-30T09:57:39.024-04:00I'm hugely excited to see where this series go...I'm hugely excited to see where this series goes Keertana! It was a good thriller I thought even if the romance was a tad frustrating at times.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6907235505822471522.post-84585307757777750012013-09-30T09:56:53.788-04:002013-09-30T09:56:53.788-04:00It thought about forming for sure, but luckily Luk...It thought about forming for sure, but luckily Lukas acknowledged Kennedy preferred his brother and was pretty good about it:)Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199685365145765394noreply@blogger.com