My Bookbag: Addison Moore

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Monday, July 13, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: Toxic Part Two (Celestra Series 7.5) by Addison Moore

“They say death comes for you once and no more, and then you dissolve to bones, disintegrate from the memory of the world and cease to exist forever.” (Skyla Messenger, Toxic Part Two by Addison Moore)

This is a story about love, loss, destiny and death. Only one who is brave, strong, committed and pure as gold can face the fire. Only true love lends the willingness to sacrifice everything. Skyla’s life is very complicated and becoming more so as the series progresses. Her home life is crazy and produces some laugh out loud humor.

Although Moore crafts an intricate love life for Skyla, the level of angst is almost too much. I also feel that the amount of descriptive prose is lengthy enough to need additional editing. With an eye for paring down to the essential descriptions, Toxic can, I believe, be edited to one book.

Having said all of that, I did enjoy the ideas, the action, the humor, the concept of destiny and the heart of acceptance.

“This is the moment in my life for love and for death.” (Skyla Messenger)

Friday, July 10, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: Toxic Part One (Celestra Series #7) by Addison Moore

“My muscles twist in knots. My stomach claps together like an accordion full of bile. I gag and claw at his shirt as the life slowly chokes out of me.” (Skyla Messenger, Toxic Part 1 by Addison Moore)

Although this story does contain situations in which toxins are introduced to the body for the purpose of killing, there are also many things that poison without causing physical death. People and circumstances are toxic to attitudes, choices and the heart.

Relationships are poisoned by secrets, and minds become suspicious because words are shot like arrows. Much like the body fights against toxins, characters fight to overcome, fear, doubt, misunderstanding and confusion.

This is a well told story, and it creates very real-feeling thoughts, feelings, attitudes and actions in characters who are steeped in the paranormal. This is a great addition to the Celestra series. However, this is only Part 1 of TOXIC. Hopefully Part 2 will be as well thought out.

Tuesday, July 7, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: Expel (Book #6 of the Celestra Series) by Addison Moore

“There is no comfort for me, no oil of joy in exchange for my mourning.”

(Skyla Messenger, EXPEL by Addison Moore)

Indeed, this is a story of mourning. All of the main characters suffer mourning in some form throughout the book. It is very difficult to review this book without writing spoilers because the emotions and feelings generated by the story are completely wrapped around the prose.

The characters become much more complex as more information is filled in. Part of this character growth is driven by the aforementioned mourning. Part of the development is born from sheer determination of will. There is also development in learning from mistakes and hasty decisions.

The story ends in Moore’s prerequisite cliffhanger. There is also a surprising twist that creates the mourning of trust. This book is a recommended read in the continuation of the Celestra story. This book is a good read based on its own merits as well.

Saturday, July 4, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: Vex (Celestra Series #5) by Addison Moore

“Sometimes duplicity and treason are markers of the enemy, and sometimes, the failed intention of a masterful ally.”

Vex is an interesting study in behaviors and what motivates those behaviors. To what lengths will one go in order to protect the ones they love? Or to lay claim to a love that belongs to another?

In this book, trust is a malleable thing, as are feelings and intentions. Duplicity is not always a form of evil, but it is duplicity nonetheless. It seems that Vex is an appropriate name for this book, because each character is vexed partially or thoroughly all through the story... Skyla most of all.

This book is entertaining. There is humor sprinkled in here and there that, at times, is laugh out loud funny. The characters are more thoroughly developed and some become more complex. Per usual, the ending is a true cliffhanger, one that makes the heart drop and the stomach clinch. Moore certainly knows how to ensnare her readers so that the next book is purchased right away.

What happens next?

Friday, July 3, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: WICKED (Celestra Series #4) by Addison Moore

“There are only a few true moments in life that define you…”

Wicked truly brings home this premise. It is easy to see that the title directly, and aptly, applies to Chloe. However, I can see that the title may also apply to the fact that any of the characters will show a wicked side based on circumstance and motivation. Even someone inherently good may show a different side of themselves if properly motivated. The reasons may vary, but actions speak for themselves. Whether evil or altruistic, the decisions of the moment create yet another layer to the complexity of the characters of the series.

Wicked is a good addition to the series, and it provides yet another cliffhanger to create a craving for Vex, the next book of the Celestra Series. Well done.

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Thursday, July 2, 2015

Awesome Books That Are Currently FREE!

Sometimes all it takes is a great incentive to introduce readers to books, series or authors they haven’t tried before. These books are currently FREE at amazon.com. I already read them all and feel comfortable recommending them to you.

Ethereal (Celestra Series Book 1) by Addison Moore

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004U34BZS?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o06_

From the Wreckage (Wreckage Series 1) by Michele G. Miller

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KXIJ4H4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o05_

Damaged (The Rebirth Series Book 1) by Becca Vincenza

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I5N04AK?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o04_

Significance (Significance Series Book 1) by Shelly Crane

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055PJHPY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o07_

Hope(less) (Judgement of the Six Book 1) by Melissa Haag

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BOCVOY4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o08_

ENJOY!!!

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: Burn (Celestra Series Book #3) by Addison Moore

“…we don’t know what the fallout will be, but we do know it’s coming – consequences that will strike like lightning. This is the storm of our own making. It’s going to touch down in our lives and inevitably burn something to the ground – we just have no idea what that might be.” (Skyla Messenger, Burn)

This is a perfect summation for the events of this book. Each decision, action or inaction creates major consequences. There is regret, guilt, heartache, sorrow, confusion and horror.

Burn is a better structured story than Tremble (Book 2 of the series). It is well-written, has a natural flow, and further develops the series without feeling overstuffed with information. This book sets the series back on track by returning to the same feel as Ethereal (Book 1 of the series). Hopefully the rest of the series will follow suit.

Saturday, June 20, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: Tremble (Celestra Series Book #2) by Addison Moore

There are a lot of good concepts in this series so far. This book, while still an interesting read, feels more convoluted than Ethereal (Book #1 of the series). It has a tendency to go in circles and falls short of the wonderful storytelling of Ethereal… which flows beautifully.

I am disappointed that this book feels like everything was thrown into it but the kitchen sink. I feel that Moore somehow lost her focus while writing this sequel, and I hope that the rest of the series finds its way back to the tone and flow of Ethereal. I regrettably give this book 3 of 5 stars.

Friday, June 19, 2015

Now in My Bookbag: Ethereal (Celestra Series Book #1) by Addison Moore

I find this book very enjoyable. It is not the average ‘nephilim’ story. Instead, it is a well thought out, interesting, young adult, paranormal story. And Addison Moore is a gifted storyteller.

I find the concept compelling, and I read it straight through with very few interruptions. The entire book peaks my interest and I just have to know what happens next.

As this is the first book in an eight book series, I expect to find layer upon layer of Skyla’s story. I trust that the few gaps in this story will be filled in the ensuing books.

I recommend this read with 4 of 5 stars.