Interesting twist on good vs evil
343970
Really enjoyed the book. Interesting good vs. Evil twist. Plenty of action and suspense. Captures one's attention. Easy (writing- flows well) and fun read.
2252766
The characters were interesting and a unique plot was made this a fun book to read.  It's amazing  that creating truly evil  people can bring the good people into the forefront.  I love to read something different instead of the cookie cutter romance.
4129009
I took a chance on this book, because while I really like apoc fiction, I wasn't too sure about romance in a survival situation.  Without giving any spoilers away, this book does start out with a world ending event, and follows the typical gathering of supplies, meeting others, and dealing with the unsavory.  I liked that there were some added twists & it wasn't all about the good vs the bad.  I liked that there were some innovative tips and prepping involved.  I like that there is a female lead character, but my preference in books is to see a harder edge on the females in a survival situation.
3257451
A good read and exceptionally interesting take on an apocalyptic turn for humankind.  Kind of comes out of left field in a reversed version of bringing good over bad, depending on one's point of view.  This book makes the reader think.  I found myself asking myself several times what I would do in certain situations. I was hooked on the story's fast-moving action and compelling character tapestry.  I definitely recommend it, particularly for those of us who are sci-fi/fantasy fans.
3203631
This is a new series with a good twist on end of the world reads- tarot cards that are all fighting to be the last one standing. I will say the first chapter and another one further in the book were really creepy and turned me off from reading more as it was from the point of view of a serial killer- but once you get past that it is much better.
4874967
This was an interesting story, I enjoyed it and savored the whole plot.  I really love reading end-time fiction, and enjoy reading different authors who write on this subject.  This one had a real twist at the "Rapture" of the Church, one I had never thought of and made the ending quite unique.  I am waiting now for the promised sequel and will look forward to seeing what happens to those "Left Behind" and hope that the two news people that were in that horrible situation finally see the light when they realize just who is missing among them.  Doing the Hurry Up and Wait for the next installment.
3723934
*I was given this for free and have voluntarily left this review.*

Interesting venture into a new world to protect both worlds from destruction. Classic good vs evil with powers unknown and growing throughout the story. A cluster of genres, with engineering, multi-world fantasy, with many religious references. This leans toward gritty fantasy but I don't mind a bit of that, some of the violence can be brutal and realistic without happily ever after outcomes that most books contain.
4472974
This dystopian story is based on an original premise: a world where happiness is the ultimate goal of society. What could possibly go wrong with that? An awful lot!

I really liked how the author thought out this quite simple idea and built a full and complex world, with different types of characters, living very different lives, but with their paths crossing. It is very interesting to discover the specificities of this world on the journey of this book, along with the action happening to the characters.

I was also surprised by who the bad guys where; I don't want to give any spoiler but it did come as a surprise for me.

On the whole, a good read if you want to discover a different dystopian society, that will make you think, and with interesting characters along the path.
1837886
I found out about this book because the author and I share the same cover designer, and I must say the cover is fabulous! I really liked the thought of a Keeper vs. Reaper and thought the idea was original, so I bought the book.

This is a story of two people that cannot seem to deny their attraction from each other aside from basically good and evil, if you will. I enjoyed the main characters, Jack and Lucy, and the character development them and the supporting characters.  Normally, I'm annoyed when there is a supporting character that is a ghost, but I have to say I liked the father coming in that way and feel that in this book it really worked.  It was a good read.

There were times when I found the third person point of view a bit distracting, and a few typos and grammatical errors that I noticed, but for the most part when it was over I found I didn't want to end, and pre-ordered the next book in the series.
4363860
Very interesting characters . Interesting interpretation of good against evil. The book held my attention and was enjoyable to read
3062318
A little weird and different but I enjoyed it. This book is well written, has a world and mythology behind it that the author deliberately built and had some interesting twists that I wasn't expecting. I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book.
4094155
I enjoyed the unique twist and turns of this book and the fact that it had some dark elements that shows how God can  turn dark into good.
238191
Landon is not a badass right out of the gate.  He is trying to navigate his way through a world he isn't quite comfortable living in just yet, and I love how the author portrays his hesitance.  The different variations of evil and good is a pleasant surprise, and keeps you curious as to what is going to pop up next.  I enjoyed all of the characters, and I especially like the fact that you are starting from the beginning with a character and watching him evolve.  I like the idea of going on a journey with a flawed hero who is working at honing his craft, rather than just being tossed into a world where the main character already knows everything and is a force to be reckoned with right away.  I like a little bit of internal struggle with characters, and I look forward to more books and seeing how Landon grows as a character!
3954430
Interesting read with a twist on post apocalyptic life. The Children of Darkness soon learn that coming of age in their simple and basic life is not what they have believed.  A "teaching" is nothing more than torture and fear to keep the people under control of yet another power hungry religious group.
While that group has kept violence at bay for the most part they are cruel and unjust. Without giving away the story which is well written and interesting the three lead characters "win" in the end begin to guide others when they discover the truth about their now "ancient" and lost history.
"I received a free copy in exchange for and honest review". I will be looking for the next book in this sequel
4278094
A little slow to get going, but once it did I was hooked. The characters are relatable and the plot builds just enough before it comes tumbling down. Definitely liked how for most of the book the evil was unknown and not understood. Different in a good way
3204963
This was a long and complex story and it took awhile for me to get into it.  In fact, I almost stop reading because the book seemed to drag as the different back-stories unfolded; but then it began to come together.  Astra, Kim, Carmella, Constantin and Lucy:  the intersection of evil over the millennia and the impact of love.

The antagonist dominated this story which touches on the subject of life after death, reincarnation and whether or not you "do over" if you don't do it right the first time.  Good concept, dark tale.  There were parts which I thought added words without value and could have been eliminated without any loss to the story (the relationship issues between Tom & Ellen, some of the doctor/patient sessions).  This caused the story to drag and occasionally I would skip-read, but overall most of the sidebars provided insight into the characters.

The eventual battle between good and evil was suspenseful but the ending was a testament to love; a predictable outcome with a tender and soft landing.  Good book, controversial theme, could have been shorter but interesting reading.
2272086
A great first story from a promising author. The characters are well portrayed and it gives a new twist on good vs evil. Well worth the read