Jane tell me to sit at the bed and said "It will hurt a little"than she bit me. The Watty Awards. Try Premium.
Log in Sign Up. New Reading List. Send to Friend. Where stories live. Last but not least, there were tears. As Vivienne warned, blood was indeed shed. Quite a bit actually. This isn't just a teen sappy romance, it's also has a balls to the wall, catch me if you can type of feel to it. It's action packed with many twists and turns and surprises that left my jaw on the floor and tears in my eyes. Fantastic storytelling, another job well done. Apr 27, Hannah Parsons rated it really liked it.
This book is far better than the 2 books preceding it. The story of Derek, Sofia and Ben continues and this time we have some action.
We start to get a much better feel of the characters and i have begun to like some of the characters from The Shade, i am now totally invested in Derek and Sofia's relationship willing them along but the course of immortal and mortal love never runs smoothly, the year as a harem comes to an end for Derek's This is the third in The Shade series and NO SPOILERS here.
We start to get a much better feel of the characters and i have begun to like some of the characters from The Shade, i am now totally invested in Derek and Sofia's relationship willing them along but the course of immortal and mortal love never runs smoothly, the year as a harem comes to an end for Derek's girls and what will the fate of the girls become.
We meet the vampires of The Oasis and find out more about Sofia's mother and fathers fate. We also get more of an introduction to the Hunters. The suspense had me right up to the end as as with the other books the cliff hanger at the end has made me want to rush onto book 4 in the series. If i had a criticism in relation to other books i would say that what the first 3 books have encompassed could have been rolled into 1 book which would have given the first 2 some more of a plot but i am now hooked into wanting to know how things will unfold for the characters.
We lose some loved and unloved characters along the way and you begin to see that first impressions may not always be the complete story, Sofia obviously is far more important than originally thought and she perhaps has more of a link to Derek's world than initially anticipated. I am eager to see how this unfolds throughout the next books.
In summary this is an enjoyable easy read series so far and has piqued enough interest in me to want to read on. This collection seems to be part of Kindle unlimited so if like me you can get through books at a great rate of knots you its one to read.
You will enjoy this if you like Karice Bolton's Watcher series or Twilight or anything vampire and supernatural with a love story to boot. Onto book 4 for me so keep checking out my blog at mrspliterarylowdown. Jun 23, Amber rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: everyone. Bella Forrest never ceases to amaze me!! Her work is full of drama, romance and so much more!
A Castle of Sand is the best yet, in my opinion. Sofia is caught up in an unknown world that has become her own. She is now with the man she loves and is trying to move on, only there seems to be others who would like nothing more than to separate them and those who would love to have Sofia for their own sick purposes.
As if that's not enough So WOW! As if that's not enough Sofia soon learns the truth about BOTH her parents and is none too happy with how she finds out. Ben is back in the picture however, this time its on his terms, he's changed and matured a lot since the last Sofia has seen him. He is more accepting to the life style Sofia has chosen to live.
Derek is having not only issues with his brother but now his father as well. He is still recovering from the loss of his sister and trying to protect Sofia at all cost. His father is not making any thing easy on him, especially anything that concerns Sofia, he would rather her be out of the picture. I loved everything about this series. I cant wait to see what comes next, there was so many twist in this one, I know the next chapter is going to be just as good if not better! It's becoming better and better!
I already liked book 1 and 2 but I definitely loved book 3! It's full of action, twists and turns and you can never guess what will happen next! I couldn't put it down! The romance between Derek and Sofia is intense, both trying to live it fully, aware this could be a Castle of Sand.
They try to "meet in the middle", to find a way to be together eternally without Sofia being turned and plagued by the hunger. We discover more about the main characters, their pasts, ho It's becoming better and better!
We discover more about the main characters, their pasts, how they are growing and maturing. Sofia is more confident, fighting her own battles and no longer hiding behind Derek. She is becoming a key player at The Shade and helps Derek to confront his demons and become a better man.
Derek is looking for a way to reconcile the vampire needs and protecting the humans, inspired by Sofia's love and determination. Together, they are more.
My favourite quote: "they are strongest together. They are weakest apart". Ben discovers vengeance is not that helpful and becomes wiser, even more serene at the end. Surprisingly, even Claudia seeks redemption. But what a cliffhanger! Now, I can't wait for book 4!
I received the first for free in exchange for an honest review and I'm so glad the author sent it. One of the best vampire series I've read. Bella, I hope you work fast ; Bella throws herself before the lions. Head first never looking back! Already the third and last book of this lovely Shade series! Sofia is an amazing character, in one hand terrible what she have to go true but wow what would of be great to be in her shoes.
She is strong and knows what she want en of course she is getting it. And by it I mean the amazing Derek. Sofia is torn between Derek, his father Gregor, the other human on the island and her best friend who is with the hunters who are gaining more and more strength and resources. Sofia wants more for the humans on the island but want to support Derek also. Jun 22, Book Vamp Jade Williams rated it did not like it Shelves: vampire-love-stories , series-vampire , damsel-in-distress , annoying-herione , kill-me-now-please.
I am just a bit further from the half way mark, and although a review is very unusual at this point I just cannot hold back any further. I just cannot "love" this series like anyone else does.
Neither can I comprehend why there are 14 books in this series when it could all have been done on 3 or 4 max! There is not one likable. Why is it that no one things of just making it mandatory for every human to give a pint of blood every month! Problem solved. View 1 comment. Dec 06, Jamie rated it really liked it Shelves: vampires-werewolves , romance , paranormal-spn. So we get a bit better feel of the internal structure of the shade.
Also our first real look into the hunter society and The Oasis. I like the human involvement in the shade as things start to change. Just not sure if it is all for the better Gregor is horrible! I cannot stand his character. Ben finally improves as a character however so that makes up for things.
There are several shocking turns in this book for how short it was. With Sofia's family ties every which way, I cannot hardly So we get a bit better feel of the internal structure of the shade. With Sofia's family ties every which way, I cannot hardly fathom the mess and confusion it all must cause. Overall, a pretty good read but it does have a few drag points that make me question if the story is going anywhere, especially for how long it is. Dec 02, Lisa rated it really liked it.
This book was so much better than book 2! Action packed from the very beginning. Lots of questions answered, new characters introduced, new battles and humans actually taking a stand!
This series just keeps getting better. I still have one unanswered question. What happened to Vivienne? IS she or isn't she??? Now on to book 4 This book was so much better than book 2! Now on to book Wow I like the character development of Derek and Sophia. May 15, Ekaterine marked it as to-read.
OMG what a gorgeous cover!!! Oh, Derek is even hotter than I imagined. May 12, Beth The Vampire rated it it was ok Shelves: series-3rd , paranormal , vampires , urban-fantasy.
A culling. A revolt. A prophecy. A sandcastle on the verge of collapsing. I'm going to kick over that damn sandcastle. Sofia 'I can't understand why people have different views than me and don't want to do what I tell them to' Claremont is still in The Shade with her Vampire Prince, Derek.
But things become difficult when Sofia is faced with a choice: turn into a vampire or go and live with the rest of the humans who are slaves to the islands vampires. So she chooses the later Then there's a revolt by the humans, Sofia is supposed to be wed to another vampire, and she's kidnapped, and other stuff happens but I really don't care.
Sofia wants the vampires to change. She wants them to only drink animal blood. Because she says so, that's why! Oh, I'm sorry? You have a differing opinion or solution to the one I have in mind? Well, that doesn't matter, because what I say goes because I'm a 17 year old white girl who happens to have a vampire prince wrapped around my little finger. Does Sofia ever ask what Derek wants??!! She is so selfish and moany it's truely getting on my nerves.
Vampires are vampires. And one girl wanting to choose the path of thousands of vampires because she's not happy. The language is repetitive and uninspiring.
The dialogue is stale and boring. Literally any character could be saying anyone's line because there is nothing in their speech that delineates them. All the characters are one-dimensional. And Ben deciding after two whole books that you know what, vampires aren't so bad after all, even after he became a hunter and being all tough.
It did not ring true at all. This book was about going from point a to point b, and it doesn't really matter how we get there. May 20, Richa rated it it was amazing Shelves: arc , for-review.
I think it's my favourite book of the series so far, for a number of reasons. There's just so much in it, and so many changes. Sofia and Derek's relationship is put to the test, and it's uncertain whether they can get past it.
Sofia's mother and father are both back in her life, and that changes a lot too, since they're nothing like she expected. This book, guys I want to re-read it already! It was that good. I want to start with Derek because he shined so much in this book. He totally redeemed himself for whatever he did in A Shade of Blood, and I honestly fell for him even more in this. He becomes a lot more He's empathetic, and he really tries so hard to be worthy of Sofia.
The things he endures for her! Everything he does, he does for Sofia. And I think it's incredible how much he loves her. There's this one scene that almost got me yelling at him for being so damn selfless, but at the same time I almost teared up because it was so sweet.
And he really is sweet in this book. Yeah, it might be hard to imagine, so you'll get what I'm talking about when you read it. And he's even so totally honourable, too!
I really did not expect it of Derek, but he's a complete gentleman. It was kind of funny in places, but I loved how resolute he was. You guys really have to read this series, if just for Derek. Sofia is as noble as ever, and she strives to gain more rights for the humans in the Shade.
She's stubborn, persuasive, and she really gets things done. I was pretty surprised at her amazing leadership skills! On top of everything happening at the Shade, Sofia has to deal with the fact that Ben left to become a Hunter, and Vivienne is gone because of her.
Because Vivienne wanted Sofia to save the Shade, and save Derek. Sofia also finds out some life-changing secrets about both her parents, and it tears her apart. I can't even imagine what it must be like for her. But she perseveres, because she has to. Nay clapped her hands together. I'll get the gun in the living room" Nay said smiling wildly to excited for my liking.
She jumped up and made her way to the living room. Could you be nice? He's important" Bella said stopping Nay who was on her way. Uncle Charlie started drawing a halo around his head with his finger. We have to be reasonable" Uncle Charlie said and Naya flopped down with a mumble.
I chuckled at her dramatic moment. Bella walked off and Uncle Charlie throws us a smile full of mischievous. Nay and I fist bumped each other without even looking at each other.
I smirked at her. Uncle Charlie stood when Edward and Bella came to the kitchen. I want to formally introduce myself, I'm Edward Cullen" Edward said. She's just gonna play baseball with my family" Edward said and I snickered. Bella and sports does not go together I thought. When was six, she made her wish for a fairytale castle. About a year later, Make-A-Wish sent Bella paper drawings of her playhouse and told her to plant them in the backyard and sprinkle them with fairy dust to help them grow.
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