Carrie's life, or rather, her un-life, is finally getting on track and things are looking very good for her and Nathan after all the turmoil. But of course, Carrie was never meant for a simple life. Word reaches them that the headquarters of the Voluntary Vampire Extinction Movement has been destroyed and the Oracle, the most dangerous of all vampires except maybe for the Soul Eater, is on the loose. Then, when it seems things couldn't get any worse, all clues point to the Oracle teaming up with the Soul eater, whose own plans involve becoming a god above human, vampires, werewolves, and all else.
Then there is Carrie's being torn between her two men, her two sires, Nathan and Cyrus. Cyrus may be human now, but if possible, Carrie is drawn to him even more becasue of his humanity. And we can't forget Max and Bella, two assassins, one vampire and one werewolf who have found what all believed impossible - love between the species.
And this is just the beginning...
Well it's no secret I've been iffy on whether or not I liked this series (Carrie in particular). While this one was far better than the second book, it still shows a lot of room for improvement. Once again, the story really drags on for a while though it picked up a bit when the Pracle made clear her plans. But there's a lot of travelling all over the place again, somewhat aimlessly.
Carrie still can't make up her mind if she wants Nathan or Cyrus, and she still whines a lot. I DO love Max and Bella though and their love stsory got me interested far more than Carrie and Nathan's. I like the new Cyrus though, now that he's discovered love (see Possession) and has gained a conscience with his humanity.
The Oracle is horribly evil, as is the Soul Eater, so you know when these two get together, our characters are in for a hell of a time. I would have liked to see them a little more though. We see them here and there throurgout, but mostly towards the end.
I was tired of Carrie's whining too.
I really like the series but am not fussy how the author jumps back and forth between POV's. Wasn't too bad in #1 since it is Carrie's story. But in 2 & 3 - it annoyed the heck out of me actually! I will read #4 though!
ElleJay
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re: Blood Ties book 3
I read the first one and liked how it started, but I pretty much hated Carrie by the end, so I don't think I'm going to continue with the series. I get pretty tired of love triangles, too.
I can't decide either...
whether to continue with the series. I thought the first book well written, but like Lady A, I truly despised Carrie~ and that dislike has only increased with time.
Series
I got the first book when they did the discounts in Dec just to see if I would like it. Its in the PILE I appreciate the info on the series.
Jeannie
Yes I am a readalholic and I don't want the 12 step program!!!
Thanks
Thanks for the info on this series. I have all three books but, now I'm not sure when I'll get to them.
I have alot many great books to read in my tbr pile so I think I will read the ones that I know are great.
this series strikes me as of
this series strikes me as of those polarizing ones. People either hate them or love them usually. I've been on the fence since book one but I'm more in the "not liking it" camp then enjoying the series. I won't know for sure till book 4 comes out if I'll bother to read it or not, but right now I'm leaning towards not buying it.
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re: Jennifer Armintrout
Yes, I think you're right, they're definitely polarizing.
Reminds me a bit of the Raintree Nocturne trilogy...some people loved them and for others of us they did not work at all...funny how that happens.
polarizing books
yeah those Raintree books sure got some strong reactions at both ends of the spectrum!
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