Third times a charm?!
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Went through two of these things in one summer! Both came on at first then gave up the ghost shortly thereafter. No, it wasn't install error. I'm a professional and did it right. Just junk equipment.
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Ah! What a wonderful change!
Vhalla the hero of this third installment, has finally matured. Away are her insufferable whines on Fire Falling, away are the cascades of never ending tears of her "teenage" infatuation, away are her deux ex machina plot points.
Now we have a book that has -with her writer- matured. The plot is very interesting, Vhalla is finally the hero we all wanted her to be, centered if even somewhat unsure on the paths she is walking, but walking them anyway. She no longer relies on someone else to hold her hand and shoo her fears. She challenges her fears head first and comes out winning... sort of.

Now the ending of the book was the best part.

*Spoilers ahead*

I don't agree with some of the reviewers that say Aldrik didn't deserve her backlash of truth-revenge. I believe he deserved that and more! After all, he called her pathetic, he called her an instrument of his, I would have raged at him for that (even if they were just lies) , not just go semi mad and break out a lil truth. That in the big scheme of things was inconsequential and easily cleared the reason. Nevertheless, Aldrik really went for the kill with being mad at her and loosing all hope in a day's time. Hell, she rode and almost killed herself for 3 days never loosing hope in saving his life and he goes and looses hope in a day, lashes at her and thinks all is lost. Come on! I can think a couple of things to make their relationship work, then again, their trip from cloud 9 was too fairy-taily to last. When he proposed I couldn't stop thinking this was going to end side-ways, in no way the emperor was going to allow it (for whatever reason he has against her). I did though deduct Aldrik's hand was going to be the way the north surrendered. I also predicted another teenage trip of delusion, sadness and tears; but was happily surprised Vhalla took the right desition and left with her freedom. I spect legendary things of her from now on. ;)

(And please Kova don't dwell in the 4th book on her sadness and emptiness for too long!!! I would love to see her move on despite of the huge heartbreak. A little bit like life, if you have a heartbreak you have no choice but to move on and find joy elsewhere. )
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Once again, a third product that I am quite sure I have not ordered.  Please check this out to see who is ordering them in my name.  And, are they using my rewards Points to do so?
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Okay, I'm going to keep this review brief.
This is after all the third book in this series and chances are if you've read the other two you'll probably read this one as well...

I am so happy to have found this series, I love it.  I think it's great fun...well that is if you like to be kept hanging on the edge of your seat.  I love the characters and the history and the storytelling is great!

Last night I was getting to the end of the book and feeling disappointed that it would be over until I remembered that there are three more books in the series! and more on the way!
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It took about 3 tries before we got it right...user error:-)  4th try looks good now!
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I was already for this third one (even took notes); then many turns and unexpected happenings. Some good, some sad, some well deserved and some left hanging (maybe a 4th book?) I wanted more since getting to know the characters
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Third times a charm in ordering this product but I finally got it!!!
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I really enjoyed the first two books in the series, and was eager to jump back into Sophie's world, where vampire's and werewolves abound. We do get back into the business of the demivampires in this third installment, but the book veers into entirely new territory... where rockstars and werewolves collide. As for Sophie, that's where things become stranger than ever.

Sophie, an advice columnist, and an oracle to the demivampires, is still longing for her lost love, Marek. As he began to evolve from a demivampire, and into something much more sinister he slipped away, leaving her lost and confused... and powerless. What point is it to be the oracle if you can't even save the one you love? She has now lost Marek forever... or has she? There may be a way to save him, but it could destroy her, and everything she's ever loved.

Now, at a rock concert, Sophie is summoned by the rock star Dierk Adeluf. Backstage, things get hot and heavy pretty quickly, and before she realizes what's happening she is bitten by a werewolf. But this is all part of a larger plan, as yet another supernatural force has determined her to be useful to their cause. As the days pass, her responsibilities toward the demivampires are put on hold. But Dierk stays right beside her, waiting... and wanting her to become his queen.

She is surrounded by secrets and deception, and figuring out who to trust is only half the battle. She's trapped between worlds, and still sorting out who her true friends are, all while enduring changes happening from her werewolf bite. It's a lot to take in, especially since just a few years ago she was unaware of the supernatural elements all around her. But she's not ready to give up on her true love, Marek. The problem is, she might not have a choice.

This third installment has a certain appeal, especially if you love rock star romances. I was hoping for a story a bit more in line with the first two. Still, it shows Sophie's continued evolution in the world she is now very much a part of. Questions are answered, and loose ends are tied up in a satisfying way!

Note: This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
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So Sorry is a great follow up to it's predecessor Sorry.

WARNING - there are some potential spoilers coming up. They aren't full of detail and may not spoil things entirely, but you have been warned!!

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It answers the nagging cliff hanging questions we were left with, such as:

Does Chris go jump in a lake somewhere? No.
Does Diane end up with Gabe? Yes.
Does Janice, the skank who got pregnant, get hers? Yes, in a way she didn't expect.
Does Diane forgive Chris? She sort of does.
Does Gabe declare his feelings for Diane? FINALLY, yes!
Does Diane's best friend, Charlise, get on the right side of things (Diane's side) and quit whining for Diane and Chris to get back together? Yes, she does.

So Sorry answered my questions and provides a fresh crop, which will lead us to the concluding volume of this trilogy, Unapologetic.

Questions such as:
Does Diane tell Chris it's over between the two of them?
Does Diane tell Gabe what her feelings are for him?
Do we find out a little more about why Aurora has shown up?
Does Janice take the deal she's been offered?
Does Charlise accept the truth of matters and how does she handle it?
What does Bo, Chris's brother have going on, exactly?

There are some surprises in So Sorry I didn't see coming, which made for well constructed plot points.

New characters are added to the mix - Aurora, Diane's friend who is a super model, but doesn't wear the super ego to go with it, and we get to know more about Nancy, one of Gabe's former "hoochies" a little better. She pulls the stunt of all stunts towards the end of the book.

There's sex in this installment, but not quite as much, as Marie is building new bridges for her characters to cross. I didn't find it a down side to the story.

This is the second New Adult novel I've read and I found it quite enjoyable.
I look forward to seeing how Marie ties up all the loose ends in Unapologetic.

A note to the person who liked the book but only gave it one star as a review?
Sorry is the first part of a trilogy. So come back and read So Sorry and catch up on what's going on in the GC!
Unapologetic, the third book in the trilogy, is on it's way!
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Has anybody heard anything on book 4 yet?  the way this one ended is killing me here.  I can't even find a way to contact him to ask about a possible ETA.  Throw me a friggin bone here. ....  NO! Thor don't you be throwing your big az hammer this way! WTF!  jerk!  *WHAM!*  Really! who throw a shoe? A boot?  Naw, they look like high heels to me man, and you are wearing a skirt.  EEP! ok, gotta run now, read the book its awesome, preferably buying books 1 through 3, take care all.
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Book 2 was even better than Book 1!  So....Okay, when can I expect Book 3?!!!
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Ok...so I hurried up and bought this one and read it just as quick.  I loved it!!  I loved how much Rush loved Blair, time and time again.. Yea, I did not agree with him not calling her from the hospital, but hey, guys are far from perfect. lol.  BUT!.......the ending was like WTF?!  What kind of ending was that?!?!?!?!?!  It is kind of obvious that the author did that on purpose...I'm thinking that she already had plans for a third book, hint-hint. ;)  Now, I hear that she is planning on writing a third book..hmm..how convenient. lol.  It's ok, Abby, I forgive you...just hurry up and give this amazing couple their HEA!!!!
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I thought book 3 took a bit of a retreat from the action and excitement the series has so far had to offer.  Well Book 4 brings it right back, along with some answers, sort of, and an even bigger mystery involving one of the primary characters.  Much like the first 3 books, the characters are well written and the reader really becomes invested in them and the overall story.  Part of me feels as though some major answers could have been reveiled here and that too much is riding on the "last" book.  Although rumor has it #5 may not be the last after all.  Either way I can't wait to find out!
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OMGospel ... U did dis NeNe Capri ... I started the series with a free copy of 1 on my kindle ... lost it and purchased the hard copies of 1 and 2 ... got another kindle, downloaded 3 and 4 and waiting on the hard copies of 3 and 4 in the mail. Not a big lover or re-reads but I look forward to re-reading at some point later on! Kudos once again and keep 'em coming!
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I just loved the first two Tennyson Hardwick novels, but now I'm just too through!  Blair, Steven, and Tananarive have done it again and this time with an international flair and one heck of an espionage twist!  I don't know who's idea it was to incorporate Marsha & Co. with her delightful ruthlessness, but a person just can't help but now know what Rosa Kleb would have been like had she also had sex appeal.  Just wow.  The action and intrigue in this third installment of the is truly magnificent.  Move over 007, Double-0 Ten is in town and he brought a baadassss chick with him!  You just can't help but get the feeling that the authors know more about the spy game than they're willing to let the public know and even if it's all made up it's GREAT!  Lord help me Marsha turns me on so and I'm a straight WOMAN!  No telling what she'll do to the male readers.

The action, intrigue, beautifully described scenery and surroundings from Cape Town to California that are to die for, the martial arts fight sequences, and the spy stuff with the sneaky pete how-to's along with some way cool plot twists have made Ten III the very best of the lot and cries out LOUD to be seen on the silver screen!  If the other installments were home-runs, this one went over the centerfield wall and is still being tracked by NASA.

Authors, more intrigue and espionage, PLEASE.
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Since the first book, the story idea has been interesting. Another tail of good VS evil and the coexisting of pirates and nocturnals. LOVE IT! The series had fun action, adventure and the occasional love drama. Overall, I think the series fell short like it was rushed. Many questions do become clear, but a few still remain that I feel are very important.

SPOILER ALERT!!

WARNING...SPOILERS BELOW!!!

So, Johnny gives Grace baby Evil...okay? After that, Evil is NEVER mentioned again nor do we know what Grace or Lorcan think about this child; like the baby's name. Lorcan isn't there when Grace is given the child and I would like to know what he thinks about this after Grace appears to Lorcan after the battle cradling a bundle of evil incarnate. Since this is the last book, I felt that some form of closure was needed between Grace, Lorcan and this child to know what they plan to do for the future. A tiny glimpse into the uncertain future of both of Lola's children. Just something!

Grace has magical powers, good for you! It has been a long time since I read the last five books so my memory could be off a little, but I still felt that more information was needed about Grace and her abilities. She's a healer who can summon THREE of the most powerful vampirate leaders AND dead pirates to come save our heroes! What. The. Hell. If she can do this, cool. Awesome! ^^ But, how??? How is this possible? She's special? She a dhampir? Big deal! We know Connor and Grace are "special," but some explanation would be nice to understand how she can suddenly do this. She uses mind powers to fight off Oliver and knock Johnny unconscious! Unlike the other five books, Grace can suddenly do this. I know Mosh Zu has helped her along the way, but I don't remember him giving her this kind of training. If she wasn't trained or aided in any way of these powers, more details of her journal discovering them would be nice.

Connor could of had more attention in this book. He is struggling with his distaste for blood, but his need for it to survive. He occasionally sneaks away to a Blood Tavern to get his fix. At one point, Connor is being spied on by Lola's loyal servant at the Blood Tavern. This little bit of information in the book turns out to be insignificant. It leaves the reader to believe that the plot thickens and Lola is now targeting Connor. But nothing happens. Connor is now becoming aware of his own powers. Up until now, only Grace showed signs of being magical. Connor being a dhampir is the only reason for this? I guess.

SPOILERS DONE:

I feel like I am knit-picking. I'm sorry if it comes across this way, but I'm just speaking as a book lover and passion for creative story ideas. THIS BOOK HAS IT! It does. It could have been executed better.
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*EDIT* The second edition of Book 3 has now come out. I bought it in-store and am now very happy that all four spines now match in my bookshelf. Buy away! They should be updated on Amazon by now, too.  I'm of course, a little disappointed that I had to buy #3 twice, but what can you do?

Original Review:
I ordered all the CCS Omnibuses together and have one small complaint about this one. The spine for my Omnibus #1, #2, and #4 are a certain design, but the spine for #3 is slightly different! This causes an awkward visual when these are put in my bookshelf.

After a bit of research, I found out that Dark Horse changed their spine design between the printing of #3 and #4, and that #1 and #2 were updated once their second editions came out. #3, however, has apparently yet to be published with an updated matching spine design, because wherever I look, it has the old version, so I recommend waiting until the 2nd edition of #3 comes out before ordering this one, so you can have a nice matching set in your bookshelf :)