Hidden Wings by Cameo Renae

Hidden Wings by Cameo Renae

E-Book Cost $2.99

Rating 4/5

Review

My first thoughts after putting this book down is that I can't wait to read the next book in this series.

The story starts right in the middle of commotion; Emma is being taking into the hospital on a stretcher and has no idea what led up to her being there. Once she wakes up she finds out that she was in a tragic car accident with her parents and that she is the only survivor. Having no family left she is assigned a social worker who informs her that she does in fact have a living relative that she has never heard of who will take custody of her.

From there she gets thrown into a world that seems to be full of danger but no one will tell her what exactly is going on; only that she needs to be protected. Emma immediately forms an attraction to Kade as just his presence makes her body tingle.

Emma is a very strong likable character instead of being the typical annoying damsel in distress right from the start her attitude is very "how can I help". And then there is Kade; whats not to like about him. He is hot, caring, protective and makes her feel safe.

I can't wait to read the next book in the series, Broken Wings. The only thing I really had a problem with was I would have liked to see a little more of the romance. I think I pretty much think that in most YA books as I have been spoiled with New Adult series lately.

Overall a really good YA Sci-Fi and I look forward to more from this author.

Celestra Series by Addison Moore

Celestra Series by Addison Moore

Book Order:

Ethereal

Tremble

Burn

Wicked

Vex

Expel

Toxic Part 1

Toxic Part 2

Elysian

Rating 4/5

Review

I would first like to start off by saying this has been one of my favorite series. The Celestra series had everything us Sci-Fi YA lovers expect; a love square? (hmm not sure what we should call the dilemma that Skyla faces with Logan, Gage and Marshall), angels, betrayal, lies, villains and of course the story of a first love.

What makes this story much different is that it actually had me flip-flopping who I was rooting for. Usually when I read about a love triangle I quickly pick who I think the main character should pick and stick with it. This series however, I would find myself thinking Logan is perfect for her and then all of the sudden I would be 100% team Gage then somehow be pro Logan again! This happened so frequently in the series I felt like I was right there with Skyla trying to make an impossible decision. I will admit though I did eventually pick a favorite and by the end of the series was dying to know if she picked him.

One of the most endearing aspects of the story for me was how strong the main character was. Instead of doing the usual damsel in distress Skyla was strong and independent; she wouldn't wait for someone to tell her how to fix a problem or expect someone to fix it for her, she would just jump right in. I think sometimes in order to make the love interest likable authors end up making the girl pretty annoying by making them scared and whiney so that the male can swoop in and save the day; this is not the case in this series.

So as much as I loved the series I have to say by the end I wanted answers. I was starting to get a little sick of the dilemma; thinking 'alright, well she has got to like one more than the other.' That being said once the last book came out I was thinking 'finally, I'm going to get some answers,' (I was ready to finish this series I have been reading for a few years) just to end the final book without many conclusions. I know this series has done really well and I applaud the author for making a great series however I think it is time for an entirely new concept; she wrote a mini spin off series then is now starting a new series for Skyla in the new adult genre. I just feel like the idea is getting tired and would really like to see something fresh from a great author.

So that leaves the question of whether I will read the new series when it comes out or not. Truth is...I have no idea, on one hand I still want that ending that I just can't seem to get (the end of the last book felt like a cop out to me) and on the other hand I am starting to just not care.

I've also had friends and family members wholly enjoy this series. Overall, I would recommend this series as I have thoroughly enjoyed it over the years since it's started.

Series Cost 

I estimated the cost through Kindle prices and found the price for the whole series to be about $32 which I would say is a great price for 9 books!! The first book is free so if you're on the fence as to purchasing the series there is no cost to you. Although I must admit if you read the first book the likelihood of not getting hooked is slim-to-none!