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The Crescent #2
Half Moon
I'd been a fool for coming here with them, and now... no one would come to save me. The world that hid in the shadows of humanity was full of enemies. Faced with death, Lacey Quinn ran away from the only family she'd ever known. That... was just the beginning. As the decision she's made sinks in, Lacey struggles to fit in with the pack and find the key to bonding with her werewolf soul mate, Brandon. But, lies can only be concealed for so long. Adjusting to a powerful new best friend, a twelve-year-old roommate with a nauseating Barbie fetish, and a lost love that won't stop haunting her dreams, she knows she has no hope of having a normal future-ever again. After a long talk with the dead mother she never knew, and an almost deal-breaking night out with Brandon, Lacey starts spiraling into the underworld-a place where all things are possible and everyone is out to kill her. With mysterious legends of witches and sorcery marring her past and clouding her future, she quickly learns-werewolves aren't the only ones lurking in the woods...waiting to claim her powers for their own. The Mares? Well, they are the least of her worries. website: www.JordanDeen.com email: info@JordanDeen.com
220 pages, Paperback
First published January 13, 2011
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January 6, 2011
I will admit when I finished reading ‘The Crescent’, I was torn. The black and white, things of nature or “meant to be’s”, are what I’m about. So, knowing that Lacey and Brandon were meant to be together, chosen by nature or the laws of whatever to lead their pack, the Amana, I was annoyed that Lacey still felt anything for Alex in ‘Half Moon’. Call me unromantic, but hey, it’s not like Brandon is chopped liver. He’s hot too! And crazy about Lacey. Not to mention, she’d be crazy about him too if the rival Mares hadn’t interfered. Knowing this about where my mind was starting the sequel ‘Half Moon’ may explain my reaction to parts of the book.
I was annoyed at Lacey for quite a bit. I had to give her kudos for trying, but it seemed liked she just wasn’t letting go of Alex. I kept wanting to smack her and tell her to wake up and smell the coffee!! If you’ve read any of my other reviews, when I want to smack a character, it’s a good sign. :D Really, I struggled with if she was actually worthy of Brandon after knowing everything and still not being able to bond with him, or choosing not to deep down. But, I changed my mind. I won’t say why. I won’t say how. Just let me tell you. I didn’t see it coming. ME! I can second a guess an author right and left, see the twists and turns…yeah, I’ve been had. THE Jordan Deen bested me. You know why I don’t mind? Because it’s a good twist.
We meet new characters and get to know more about the Amana Pack, their history, matings, and society. It’s pretty interesting and I enjoyed the change of setting from ‘The Crescent.’ The pack is in hiding, trying to give Lacey and Brandon more time to bond and hoping that crazy girl doesn’t run off to find Alex. My favorite new character is Brea. If I were to be one of the characters in this series, I would pick Brea. She is tough, smart, level headed, and you just can’t help but like her straight forward ways. We also meet new enemies that are equally as evil as the Mares. My favorite piece that has been added in ‘Half Moon’, that I L-O-V-E, is the new paranormal elements. Give me spells and witches and I’m a happy reader. The way it is woven into the story line in great. I didn’t expect it, yet again, but it is very much welcomed and enhances the plot.
If you haven’t guessed by now, I think Deen has a great way of leading the reader one way, but then pulling them in the opposite direction with just one revelation. I like that about her. But, hold on, because there is more than one revelation in this sequel. Very interesting revelations that make the time before ‘Full Moon’ is released an agony for this reader. Her writing is fluid, leading from scene to scene and character to character with the proper growth and reasons to explain their growth. I don’t feel the story is rushed, but that I’ve been walking alongside the characters the whole time watching as things unfold. And hey, if for some reason the bonding doesn’t work out between Lacey and Brandon, I will be happy to console him.
I was annoyed at Lacey for quite a bit. I had to give her kudos for trying, but it seemed liked she just wasn’t letting go of Alex. I kept wanting to smack her and tell her to wake up and smell the coffee!! If you’ve read any of my other reviews, when I want to smack a character, it’s a good sign. :D Really, I struggled with if she was actually worthy of Brandon after knowing everything and still not being able to bond with him, or choosing not to deep down. But, I changed my mind. I won’t say why. I won’t say how. Just let me tell you. I didn’t see it coming. ME! I can second a guess an author right and left, see the twists and turns…yeah, I’ve been had. THE Jordan Deen bested me. You know why I don’t mind? Because it’s a good twist.
We meet new characters and get to know more about the Amana Pack, their history, matings, and society. It’s pretty interesting and I enjoyed the change of setting from ‘The Crescent.’ The pack is in hiding, trying to give Lacey and Brandon more time to bond and hoping that crazy girl doesn’t run off to find Alex. My favorite new character is Brea. If I were to be one of the characters in this series, I would pick Brea. She is tough, smart, level headed, and you just can’t help but like her straight forward ways. We also meet new enemies that are equally as evil as the Mares. My favorite piece that has been added in ‘Half Moon’, that I L-O-V-E, is the new paranormal elements. Give me spells and witches and I’m a happy reader. The way it is woven into the story line in great. I didn’t expect it, yet again, but it is very much welcomed and enhances the plot.
If you haven’t guessed by now, I think Deen has a great way of leading the reader one way, but then pulling them in the opposite direction with just one revelation. I like that about her. But, hold on, because there is more than one revelation in this sequel. Very interesting revelations that make the time before ‘Full Moon’ is released an agony for this reader. Her writing is fluid, leading from scene to scene and character to character with the proper growth and reasons to explain their growth. I don’t feel the story is rushed, but that I’ve been walking alongside the characters the whole time watching as things unfold. And hey, if for some reason the bonding doesn’t work out between Lacey and Brandon, I will be happy to console him.
March 29, 2011
Ooohheeemmmgeeeh! I cannot believe how awestruck I am by Jordan Deen’s amazing, poetic and hauntingly beautiful lyrical prose! I am still sitting here, gushing over every word of Brandon’s professed love for Lacey. I knew that I would be going on one hell of a ride, considering how struck I was with The Crescent, but this is one of those rare jewels where the series just gets better and better. It seems challenging these days to find sagas or trilogies wherein the author can outshine the first novel. BUT, I have to say with great enthusiasm that this sequel did just that!
Lacey – I have to admit, she was irritating me, getting on my nerves so badly, to the point where I wanted to scream and slap her 'silly' because her feelings for Alex were beyond annoying. And even when I felt like I couldn’t take anymore of her ever-changing, absolutely uncertain feelings for Brandon and Alex, I quietly bargained with myself that she would end up with the guy that stole my heart from the beginning. And wow, Jordan did not disappoint me one bit, to say the least. The pivotal moment when Lacey realizes her truths, I was screaming, crying, and overjoyed with emotion! I couldn’t wait any longer for her to finally see, feel and do what I had been longing for since page one of The Crescent. Oh the love, the union, and everything caught in the crossfire between love and hate, trust and betrayal! Have your Kleenex ready, because I can promise you, the tears will come, AND, you will surely welcome them because the smiles that follow are so worth it!
Brandon – THE HOTTEST WEREWOLF IN MY BOOK! Yes, you heard me say it, over any other boys in any werewolf trilogy/saga that I've read thus far. He can "brand" me anytime. ;) I know, there are some top runners out there, but Brandon’s got my heart. My vote… :0)! Everything about him screams tall, dark and handsome. Fiercely loyal, committed and gives his all for the woman he loves. What girl out there doesn’t want a man like him? And to top it off, he’s a werewolf, a badass one at that (‘scuse the language – but no other term is more appropriate). I ate up every SINGLE word he echoed in this sequel. Literally, every word! I’d go to Haventon with him any day. LOL! Yes, you heard me. Lacey is one lucky girl! She knows it now…thank goodness!
Alex – What can I say, I didn’t expect that? He’s still cute, very protective and lovable to me. What a refreshing take on the love triangle that we’ve all come to love (and hate)! Jordan’s brilliance is unmatched. Like I mentioned before in my review of The Crescent, I have never felt so torn to want two versions of Lacey so that one can be with Brandon and the other with Alex! Win-win situation right there!
I will not delve into the details of the story, the twists and turns. I wouldn’t want to spoil anything for those of you who fell in love with The Crescent. It’s been awhile since I’ve gotten my hands on a series where I trembled with excitement and such severe anticipation that I was shaking before I read the first page. I was a great fan of Jordan’s already after reading The Crescent, and now, I’m completely enchanted with her talented writing. I cannot wait for Full Moon – is it out yet?! :) Please tell me “YES”!
The only thing I can complain about is – why couldn’t the story go on longer, and longer? Yes, I want more, and I want it now! If you enjoy reading about a handsome, loving and intensely loyal werewolf who will sweep you off your feet and isn’t afraid to tell you he loves you, pick up your copy today. And don’t forget to get the first book in the series - The Crescent. I guarantee you will fall head-over-heels in love with Brandon, and yes, even Alex! There aren’t even enough stars here for me to give this one the rating it deserves. Off the charts!!!
And no, I did not start reading this on Jan. 19th. I started today and read it front to back in one sitting - started at 11:00 a.m. this morning and finished it at 10:20 p.m. That's how incredible it is!
Lacey – I have to admit, she was irritating me, getting on my nerves so badly, to the point where I wanted to scream and slap her 'silly' because her feelings for Alex were beyond annoying. And even when I felt like I couldn’t take anymore of her ever-changing, absolutely uncertain feelings for Brandon and Alex, I quietly bargained with myself that she would end up with the guy that stole my heart from the beginning. And wow, Jordan did not disappoint me one bit, to say the least. The pivotal moment when Lacey realizes her truths, I was screaming, crying, and overjoyed with emotion! I couldn’t wait any longer for her to finally see, feel and do what I had been longing for since page one of The Crescent. Oh the love, the union, and everything caught in the crossfire between love and hate, trust and betrayal! Have your Kleenex ready, because I can promise you, the tears will come, AND, you will surely welcome them because the smiles that follow are so worth it!
Brandon – THE HOTTEST WEREWOLF IN MY BOOK! Yes, you heard me say it, over any other boys in any werewolf trilogy/saga that I've read thus far. He can "brand" me anytime. ;) I know, there are some top runners out there, but Brandon’s got my heart. My vote… :0)! Everything about him screams tall, dark and handsome. Fiercely loyal, committed and gives his all for the woman he loves. What girl out there doesn’t want a man like him? And to top it off, he’s a werewolf, a badass one at that (‘scuse the language – but no other term is more appropriate). I ate up every SINGLE word he echoed in this sequel. Literally, every word! I’d go to Haventon with him any day. LOL! Yes, you heard me. Lacey is one lucky girl! She knows it now…thank goodness!
Alex – What can I say, I didn’t expect that? He’s still cute, very protective and lovable to me. What a refreshing take on the love triangle that we’ve all come to love (and hate)! Jordan’s brilliance is unmatched. Like I mentioned before in my review of The Crescent, I have never felt so torn to want two versions of Lacey so that one can be with Brandon and the other with Alex! Win-win situation right there!
I will not delve into the details of the story, the twists and turns. I wouldn’t want to spoil anything for those of you who fell in love with The Crescent. It’s been awhile since I’ve gotten my hands on a series where I trembled with excitement and such severe anticipation that I was shaking before I read the first page. I was a great fan of Jordan’s already after reading The Crescent, and now, I’m completely enchanted with her talented writing. I cannot wait for Full Moon – is it out yet?! :) Please tell me “YES”!
The only thing I can complain about is – why couldn’t the story go on longer, and longer? Yes, I want more, and I want it now! If you enjoy reading about a handsome, loving and intensely loyal werewolf who will sweep you off your feet and isn’t afraid to tell you he loves you, pick up your copy today. And don’t forget to get the first book in the series - The Crescent. I guarantee you will fall head-over-heels in love with Brandon, and yes, even Alex! There aren’t even enough stars here for me to give this one the rating it deserves. Off the charts!!!
And no, I did not start reading this on Jan. 19th. I started today and read it front to back in one sitting - started at 11:00 a.m. this morning and finished it at 10:20 p.m. That's how incredible it is!
February 10, 2011
OMG...I have been waiting forever for this one to come out. The first one The Crescent was amazing. This one blew the first one away in my opinion. I loved how Lacey and Brandon took more control over their relationship and didn't listen to what everyone was telling them to do and try. When I first started reading it I thought I was going to miss Alex not being in it much cause I really liked him in the first one and thought he was the best choice for Lacey. I was so wrong, Brandon is definitely the one. I was excited to see what things Lacey found out about her family and how everything brought her and Brandon closer. The new characters are really cool too. I like Brea and Catch, they fit really good with Lacey and Brandon. I didn't like Liam and Bailey though but I guess that is probably how it is supposed to be. The entire time I was reading I did not want to put this one down and only did when I had to. This book had action, adventure romance and a great story line, everything I love. Can't wait to see how it all ends in the final book when it is released. Jordan Deen rocks and I can't wait to read her future projects.
March 20, 2011
Okay, I was really getting frustrated with this book and I was literally screaming at Lacey. She was becoming so irritating and I didn't know if I could continue reading about her. Then after 3/4 of the book, it opened up to the true reasons of everything and then it all fell in to place. I will say that I am happy with how things are going and I can't wait til the next installment to find out more.
June 24, 2014
Thankfully I read this book just a few days before the release of the conclusion to the trilogy. I can't wait to get my hands on it and see what twists are in store, but this book was awesome. Great job Jordan!
January 17, 2011
I should get a new bookshelf and title it: "Currently Writing". :)
September 12, 2012
I received this book in exchange for a honestly review from Jordan Deen. Thank you, Jordan! This book has been extraordinary, and I`m so happy that I had the beautiful occasion to read it!
"Half moon" was...wow. I don`t know what to say. At the begginig, I didn`t enjoyed Lacey. She was so petrifed, and unpowerfull and I just didn`t liked it. But, when she takes the problem in her hands...It`s a different story.
Lacey Quinn, the girl who abandoned her first 17-years-old live, for living with her supposed soul mate, Brandon and the pack, is fightind with the frustration of not been fully-bonded, nor being able to transform. I was as frustratred as Lacey was. I enjoyed how Jordan makes s easy to live with her characters, to love with them and to be like a part of book.
The main character is feautured at the begginig like in "The crescent", even if it passed six months. I liked that. The people are changing, yes, but I like to see them changing, not to tell me that it passed 1 year(let`s say) and she changed a lot-how I founded in other books.
Next, she feel trapped in a house mountains. And...she is. Michael, Brandon`s father and the Alpha don`t let her in town, nor to spend a little time alone in Brandon. Everyday she has to make her chores, after a sesion with Serena, when she drinks horrible potions that should help her bond with Brandon. She dreamed to have 18 and to live in a beautiful house, run away of her parents and their fights but... not thant way!
There, her best friend is the 12 years-old Lily, who loves playing with Barbie dols, and who`s mated with Matt, Brandon`s BFF. Lacey`s not happy at all. She begun to hate Brandon- always press her with the bonding and the crescent moon on their hands who`s not grovind anymore, and it`s faded.
Also, she miss Alex, her first boyfriend. At the beginning I didn`t know what to say. I was thinking: OMG, this book is going to stay right here, in this horrible moment all the time? Yes, I trought that. And I was wrong!
Alex is coming to visit Lacey`s dreams. They are verry happy toghether, and I am Team Alex :) . Alex plain to found two very pourfull witche`s books to help Lacey to be mated with him, and not with Brandon. I enjoyed that point. The retail was quite intresting, and the next is better.
In the camp nothing`s going well. Everytime Lace is thying to escape there`s a lot of arguing, but something help her a lot. I should say someone: it`s Brea, her guardian! I loved Brea-she`s funny, lovely, a good friend, and she helps a lot. With Catch, her soul mate, they make a perfect couple!
More, Brea`s getting Lacey to her first home, from where she`s been kindapped, and where she founds her mother`s book.
That moment was very important. From them, she find a spell that helps her (finnaly) transform.
Still waitind for Alex to save her, Lace found out in ver Ipod a weird flower that cursed here all the time, making her and Brandon not been fully bonded.
Thant doesn`t means that she can be now fully bonded. It`s still a lot of speaking about. I really enjoyed how Jordan combines the withchery with all werewolf mysteryes. I enjoyed the character too, but I focused on Brandon, Lacey, Brea and sometimes Lily. More(again this word ! ) Matt is kidnapped. Lily is destroyed and cryies all the times.
OKay, so now you know the plot. It`s a lot more complicated and I loved that. This story begun as classy but she`s more than that. It`s about true love, witchery, secrets, destiny and have a lot suspence and fantasy. You have to read-it! You have to fall for Brandon or for Alex, or both. You have to know Lily and Brea!
The book is wrote in an easy english, and it was cool! The suspence was more than good. I wanted Alex to be more present. I wanted to know more about Lacey`s parents, but I guess that this subjects are keept for " Full moon", the final book. What can I say more without spoilering?
"Half moon" is bettter than "The Crescent". It has a lot more actions, suspence and lovely characters. Even if Lacey`s parents or her ex-BFF isn`t present it`s good.
The first chapters I almost hated Bradon. He seemed for me such an evil character!
I saw also evolution-Lacey is more brave, more lovely and she makes more sacrifices!
One more thing: I recommend you this one!
Mark:
4.5/5
"Half moon" was...wow. I don`t know what to say. At the begginig, I didn`t enjoyed Lacey. She was so petrifed, and unpowerfull and I just didn`t liked it. But, when she takes the problem in her hands...It`s a different story.
Lacey Quinn, the girl who abandoned her first 17-years-old live, for living with her supposed soul mate, Brandon and the pack, is fightind with the frustration of not been fully-bonded, nor being able to transform. I was as frustratred as Lacey was. I enjoyed how Jordan makes s easy to live with her characters, to love with them and to be like a part of book.
The main character is feautured at the begginig like in "The crescent", even if it passed six months. I liked that. The people are changing, yes, but I like to see them changing, not to tell me that it passed 1 year(let`s say) and she changed a lot-how I founded in other books.
Next, she feel trapped in a house mountains. And...she is. Michael, Brandon`s father and the Alpha don`t let her in town, nor to spend a little time alone in Brandon. Everyday she has to make her chores, after a sesion with Serena, when she drinks horrible potions that should help her bond with Brandon. She dreamed to have 18 and to live in a beautiful house, run away of her parents and their fights but... not thant way!
There, her best friend is the 12 years-old Lily, who loves playing with Barbie dols, and who`s mated with Matt, Brandon`s BFF. Lacey`s not happy at all. She begun to hate Brandon- always press her with the bonding and the crescent moon on their hands who`s not grovind anymore, and it`s faded.
Also, she miss Alex, her first boyfriend. At the beginning I didn`t know what to say. I was thinking: OMG, this book is going to stay right here, in this horrible moment all the time? Yes, I trought that. And I was wrong!
Alex is coming to visit Lacey`s dreams. They are verry happy toghether, and I am Team Alex :) . Alex plain to found two very pourfull witche`s books to help Lacey to be mated with him, and not with Brandon. I enjoyed that point. The retail was quite intresting, and the next is better.
In the camp nothing`s going well. Everytime Lace is thying to escape there`s a lot of arguing, but something help her a lot. I should say someone: it`s Brea, her guardian! I loved Brea-she`s funny, lovely, a good friend, and she helps a lot. With Catch, her soul mate, they make a perfect couple!
More, Brea`s getting Lacey to her first home, from where she`s been kindapped, and where she founds her mother`s book.
That moment was very important. From them, she find a spell that helps her (finnaly) transform.
Still waitind for Alex to save her, Lace found out in ver Ipod a weird flower that cursed here all the time, making her and Brandon not been fully bonded.
Thant doesn`t means that she can be now fully bonded. It`s still a lot of speaking about. I really enjoyed how Jordan combines the withchery with all werewolf mysteryes. I enjoyed the character too, but I focused on Brandon, Lacey, Brea and sometimes Lily. More(again this word ! ) Matt is kidnapped. Lily is destroyed and cryies all the times.
OKay, so now you know the plot. It`s a lot more complicated and I loved that. This story begun as classy but she`s more than that. It`s about true love, witchery, secrets, destiny and have a lot suspence and fantasy. You have to read-it! You have to fall for Brandon or for Alex, or both. You have to know Lily and Brea!
The book is wrote in an easy english, and it was cool! The suspence was more than good. I wanted Alex to be more present. I wanted to know more about Lacey`s parents, but I guess that this subjects are keept for " Full moon", the final book. What can I say more without spoilering?
"Half moon" is bettter than "The Crescent". It has a lot more actions, suspence and lovely characters. Even if Lacey`s parents or her ex-BFF isn`t present it`s good.
The first chapters I almost hated Bradon. He seemed for me such an evil character!
I saw also evolution-Lacey is more brave, more lovely and she makes more sacrifices!
One more thing: I recommend you this one!
Mark:
4.5/5
January 1, 2011
I was delighted to be able to receive an e-ARC of Half-Moon by Jordan Deen after reading The Crescent not that long ago and WOW! It totally lives up to The Crescent!
Some time has passed and Lacey is trying to adjust to her new life. Werewolf-ness and all. She's a werewolf, but hasn't transformed yet. She has a soulmate but can't truly connect with him, she's still sort of in love with Alex, the wolf who was forced to betray her and gain her trust, and she's not quite getting along with her new werewolf family either. Life has become extremely miserable for Lacey, but she deals with it.
There are some new characters involved as well, not all nice guys either. My fave new character was Brea, who Lacey soon realizes was once her best friend as a baby, for their mothers were BFFs and Brea was supposed to be the one to protect Lacey.
Which leads to Lacey's other discovery, which I won't tell. All I will say is that Lacey learns some things about her real parents and her life before she was taken away, which again, she was just a baby, but we learn what should have been.
The pacing was well done, it was a little slow at first for Lacey and Brandon were trying to reconnect, and it was slow going, which was where Brea and her mate Catch came in and there was a very interesting double-date between the two, but won't detail it out.
I found myself still stricken between both Alex and Brandon. By the end of The Crescent I didn't have a "team", I was totally at lost. And I was still lost throughout most of Half-Moon, even when it was mostly just Lacey and Brandon moments, but then of course Alex returns! And totally throws me (and Lacey for that matter) through a loop! Although, by the end of the novel I have firmly decided whose team I'm on, but I won't say because in my twisted ways and thinking it is sort of spoilery.
So yes there was more romance in this novel too, since last time we saw a lot between Lacey and Alex, this time we see it with Lacey and Brandon, for they are supposed to be together as Brandon mentioned in The Crescent. The romance was nicely written for it was a gradual process between two people who know each other and yet don't.
It was a very exciting read! I liked learning more of the backstory to Lacey and the werewolves. For the werewolves have their history and Lacey has her own family history and we get to learn all of that and it was quite interesting and fun to read! The ending was great too, it's not a major cliffhanger, but it does leave some things unsettled and there was quite the shocker at the end too. So I definitely can't wait to read Full Moon when it releases later this year as well!
My overall rating is 4.5/5 stars! Half-Moon takes you to the werewolf side of Lacey's life and what she has to learn in order to be one of them and truly gain their acceptance. Lacey is faced with difficult tasks, including trying to find the love she once had for Brandon while battling the still growing desire for Alex.
This title releases January 13, 2011
Some time has passed and Lacey is trying to adjust to her new life. Werewolf-ness and all. She's a werewolf, but hasn't transformed yet. She has a soulmate but can't truly connect with him, she's still sort of in love with Alex, the wolf who was forced to betray her and gain her trust, and she's not quite getting along with her new werewolf family either. Life has become extremely miserable for Lacey, but she deals with it.
There are some new characters involved as well, not all nice guys either. My fave new character was Brea, who Lacey soon realizes was once her best friend as a baby, for their mothers were BFFs and Brea was supposed to be the one to protect Lacey.
Which leads to Lacey's other discovery, which I won't tell. All I will say is that Lacey learns some things about her real parents and her life before she was taken away, which again, she was just a baby, but we learn what should have been.
The pacing was well done, it was a little slow at first for Lacey and Brandon were trying to reconnect, and it was slow going, which was where Brea and her mate Catch came in and there was a very interesting double-date between the two, but won't detail it out.
I found myself still stricken between both Alex and Brandon. By the end of The Crescent I didn't have a "team", I was totally at lost. And I was still lost throughout most of Half-Moon, even when it was mostly just Lacey and Brandon moments, but then of course Alex returns! And totally throws me (and Lacey for that matter) through a loop! Although, by the end of the novel I have firmly decided whose team I'm on, but I won't say because in my twisted ways and thinking it is sort of spoilery.
So yes there was more romance in this novel too, since last time we saw a lot between Lacey and Alex, this time we see it with Lacey and Brandon, for they are supposed to be together as Brandon mentioned in The Crescent. The romance was nicely written for it was a gradual process between two people who know each other and yet don't.
It was a very exciting read! I liked learning more of the backstory to Lacey and the werewolves. For the werewolves have their history and Lacey has her own family history and we get to learn all of that and it was quite interesting and fun to read! The ending was great too, it's not a major cliffhanger, but it does leave some things unsettled and there was quite the shocker at the end too. So I definitely can't wait to read Full Moon when it releases later this year as well!
My overall rating is 4.5/5 stars! Half-Moon takes you to the werewolf side of Lacey's life and what she has to learn in order to be one of them and truly gain their acceptance. Lacey is faced with difficult tasks, including trying to find the love she once had for Brandon while battling the still growing desire for Alex.
This title releases January 13, 2011
January 30, 2011
(from Murphy's Library - http://www.murphyslibrary.com/)
I thought for sure I was going to make Maeva go crazy with how much this book affected me. The true thing about this story is that you fell torn. You feel sorry for Brandon, but, at the same time, in a level, you understand what Lacey is feeling.
We start this book reading about how much Lacey is struggling with her situation. She loves Alex, but, at the same time, she can't stop caring for Brandon. It was difficult to see it on the first pages, as I often thought about her as selfish and bitchy, but, yeah, she truly cares about Brandon, with Alex in her mind and dreams or not.
I think her strings to Brandon are so strong that even with everything that happened against them in this book—and I’m talking about against them as them like a couple—they still had something alive between them without figuring out anything that was happening. Half Moon is what made me see how much magic Jordan Deen has in her words.
The book was so fast—the feelings, the facts, the talks, the people—that you really truly appreciate the effort and the words from Jordan when you see every piece of the puzzle falling into place. It was amazing to see the way Jordan has an intricate story while, at the same time, she can carry the romance with all the needs it has.
The balance is wonderful, and I truly think Jordan grew as a writer with Half Moon. The book is full of force and feelings. It is the type of book you can’t put down without feeling remorse. To tell you the truth, I didn’t put it down till I read the last page, and even then I still had the book open to quote my favorite parts.
Alex seems to be, during almost the entire book, just a ghost whispering in the background, but even like this, it is amazing how much he was present. I suffered because of it. I got angry at Lacey more than once because her thoughts seemed to always return to him, but I got thinking, after everything, that Lacey is a girl like us: when people put pressure on her her defense is to react. Maybe Alex was a way for her to react, even if we learn more about how their strings were so tight.
I have too many thoughts about this book, and that always happens with books I like too much. Like this one. Jordan is sure a joy to read, and I can't wait to continue figuring her story out.
I thought for sure I was going to make Maeva go crazy with how much this book affected me. The true thing about this story is that you fell torn. You feel sorry for Brandon, but, at the same time, in a level, you understand what Lacey is feeling.
We start this book reading about how much Lacey is struggling with her situation. She loves Alex, but, at the same time, she can't stop caring for Brandon. It was difficult to see it on the first pages, as I often thought about her as selfish and bitchy, but, yeah, she truly cares about Brandon, with Alex in her mind and dreams or not.
I think her strings to Brandon are so strong that even with everything that happened against them in this book—and I’m talking about against them as them like a couple—they still had something alive between them without figuring out anything that was happening. Half Moon is what made me see how much magic Jordan Deen has in her words.
The book was so fast—the feelings, the facts, the talks, the people—that you really truly appreciate the effort and the words from Jordan when you see every piece of the puzzle falling into place. It was amazing to see the way Jordan has an intricate story while, at the same time, she can carry the romance with all the needs it has.
The balance is wonderful, and I truly think Jordan grew as a writer with Half Moon. The book is full of force and feelings. It is the type of book you can’t put down without feeling remorse. To tell you the truth, I didn’t put it down till I read the last page, and even then I still had the book open to quote my favorite parts.
Alex seems to be, during almost the entire book, just a ghost whispering in the background, but even like this, it is amazing how much he was present. I suffered because of it. I got angry at Lacey more than once because her thoughts seemed to always return to him, but I got thinking, after everything, that Lacey is a girl like us: when people put pressure on her her defense is to react. Maybe Alex was a way for her to react, even if we learn more about how their strings were so tight.
I have too many thoughts about this book, and that always happens with books I like too much. Like this one. Jordan is sure a joy to read, and I can't wait to continue figuring her story out.
August 3, 2016
4.5 Stars!! Wow Jordan blew me away with fantastic sequel. It was a perfect continuation of The Crescent! It was well written and the story was more developed than the first.
Half Moon picks up where The Crescent left off. I loved Lacey in this one. We watch her grow and adjust to her new life. And even though she made me frustrated at times and made me want to jump in the story and scream at her, I understood her by the end of the story. Everything just started to make sense.
After reading The Crescent, I had a MILLION questions and they were finally answered. As much as I hate when a book finishes with a million and one questions are unanswered, I love it at the same time. It just builds up and when the answers are finally revealed my jaw dropped!
The characters in Half Moon were amazing. I freaking loved them. Some books I can really connect with all the characters we meet and some of them I cant. This one was one of those books where I liked and connected with all of them. I loved hearing about the history of the pack.
And Brandon... God, I loved him. I was so on the fence of what team I was on in the Crescent. But he really stole my heart in this one. He is just soo freaking hot. He's such a badass but is sweet at the same time. He is loyal and kind and would do anything for the woman he loves. The fact that he is a wolf just makes it 10x better. I don't know, if I were to date a wolf.. Brandon would be how I want my man to be.
But I also liked Alex. He was hot, caring and so protective. I'll tell you, that is a tough decision to make because it's literally a win-win situation.
Jordan really know's how to suck you into the pages. The only time I stopped reading was when I needed to eat or sleep. Half Moon has a lot more action and a ton of twists and turns to keep you sucked into the story and the pages turning.
Like I mentioned when I reviewed The Crescent, I recommend this series to anyone. This series is a hidden gem! Get to reading, you won't regret it!
Half Moon picks up where The Crescent left off. I loved Lacey in this one. We watch her grow and adjust to her new life. And even though she made me frustrated at times and made me want to jump in the story and scream at her, I understood her by the end of the story. Everything just started to make sense.
After reading The Crescent, I had a MILLION questions and they were finally answered. As much as I hate when a book finishes with a million and one questions are unanswered, I love it at the same time. It just builds up and when the answers are finally revealed my jaw dropped!
The characters in Half Moon were amazing. I freaking loved them. Some books I can really connect with all the characters we meet and some of them I cant. This one was one of those books where I liked and connected with all of them. I loved hearing about the history of the pack.
And Brandon... God, I loved him. I was so on the fence of what team I was on in the Crescent. But he really stole my heart in this one. He is just soo freaking hot. He's such a badass but is sweet at the same time. He is loyal and kind and would do anything for the woman he loves. The fact that he is a wolf just makes it 10x better. I don't know, if I were to date a wolf.. Brandon would be how I want my man to be.
But I also liked Alex. He was hot, caring and so protective. I'll tell you, that is a tough decision to make because it's literally a win-win situation.
Jordan really know's how to suck you into the pages. The only time I stopped reading was when I needed to eat or sleep. Half Moon has a lot more action and a ton of twists and turns to keep you sucked into the story and the pages turning.
Like I mentioned when I reviewed The Crescent, I recommend this series to anyone. This series is a hidden gem! Get to reading, you won't regret it!
January 11, 2011
Half Moon is a fantastic sequel to Jordan's debut release, The Crescent. The difference in the two stories wasn't just the writing, but I felt the story was more complete and I was able to get more out of it. I really enjoyed reading Half Moon, what I felt was missing in The Crescent, wasn't the case here.
I liked that the story picks up right where the first one ended. I liked seeing Lacey's character grow more and finding out the answers as to why she was still drawn to Alex, which at first was really irritating to me, as she felt one way towards Brandon and still wanted Alex, and in the end it all made sense. I liked seeing her relatable frustrations with the pack and Brandon, as she's kept in the dark about some important things and trying to adjust to her new life.
There's a fantastic cast of characters in Half Moon, and my favorite is Brea, Lacey's BFF. She is such a fun character to get to know and someone who will not stand down to anyone. She's a fierce protector of Lacey and I really liked reading the scenes with the two of them. I was able to get into the story more, through understanding some of the pack dynamics. I liked the creative way in which Jordan reveals the history of the pack and the prophecy Lacey will fulfill. I felt that I was learning these things along with Lacey.
Half Moon's story really picked up for me when Lacey embraces who she is. It's during this time a lot of questions I had from The Crescent and the first half of Half Moon are answered. There's a lot of action towards the end of the book, which takes place in the woods up in the mountains in Oregon. For me, Jordan's story telling really came to life with Half Moon as she explains some of the more significant events that will, I'm guessing, lead up to a phenomenal series ending in her third book. I'm looking forward to reading more of Lacey's story, as Half Moon's plot twists, action and romance leaving me wanting more
I liked that the story picks up right where the first one ended. I liked seeing Lacey's character grow more and finding out the answers as to why she was still drawn to Alex, which at first was really irritating to me, as she felt one way towards Brandon and still wanted Alex, and in the end it all made sense. I liked seeing her relatable frustrations with the pack and Brandon, as she's kept in the dark about some important things and trying to adjust to her new life.
There's a fantastic cast of characters in Half Moon, and my favorite is Brea, Lacey's BFF. She is such a fun character to get to know and someone who will not stand down to anyone. She's a fierce protector of Lacey and I really liked reading the scenes with the two of them. I was able to get into the story more, through understanding some of the pack dynamics. I liked the creative way in which Jordan reveals the history of the pack and the prophecy Lacey will fulfill. I felt that I was learning these things along with Lacey.
Half Moon's story really picked up for me when Lacey embraces who she is. It's during this time a lot of questions I had from The Crescent and the first half of Half Moon are answered. There's a lot of action towards the end of the book, which takes place in the woods up in the mountains in Oregon. For me, Jordan's story telling really came to life with Half Moon as she explains some of the more significant events that will, I'm guessing, lead up to a phenomenal series ending in her third book. I'm looking forward to reading more of Lacey's story, as Half Moon's plot twists, action and romance leaving me wanting more
January 15, 2012
Half Moon is a fantastic sequel to Jordan's debut release, The Crescent. The difference in the two stories wasn't just the writing, but I felt the story was more complete and I was able to get more out of it. I really enjoyed reading Half Moon, what I felt was missing in The Crescent, wasn't the case here.
I liked that the story picks up right where the first one ended. I liked seeing Lacey's character grow more and finding out the answers as to why she was still drawn to Alex, which at first was really irritating to me, as she felt one way towards Brandon and still wanted Alex, and in the end it all made sense. I liked seeing her relatable frustrations with the pack and Brandon, as she's kept in the dark about some important things and trying to adjust to her new life.
There's a fantastic cast of characters in Half Moon, and my favorite is Brea, Lacey's BFF. She is such a fun character to get to know and someone who will not stand down to anyone. She's a fierce protector of Lacey and I really liked reading the scenes with the two of them. I was able to get into the story more, through understanding some of the pack dynamics. I liked the creative way in which Jordan reveals the history of the pack and the prophecy Lacey will fulfill. I felt that I was learning these things along with Lacey.
Half Moon's story really picked up for me when Lacey embraces who she is. It's during this time a lot of questions I had from The Crescent and the first half of Half Moon are answered. There's a lot of action towards the end of the book, which takes place in the woods up in the mountains in Oregon. For me, Jordan's story telling really came to life with Half Moon as she explains some of the more significant events that will, I'm guessing, lead up to a phenomenal series ending in her third book. I'm looking forward to reading more of Lacey's story, as Half Moon's plot twists, action and romance leaving me wanting more.
I liked that the story picks up right where the first one ended. I liked seeing Lacey's character grow more and finding out the answers as to why she was still drawn to Alex, which at first was really irritating to me, as she felt one way towards Brandon and still wanted Alex, and in the end it all made sense. I liked seeing her relatable frustrations with the pack and Brandon, as she's kept in the dark about some important things and trying to adjust to her new life.
There's a fantastic cast of characters in Half Moon, and my favorite is Brea, Lacey's BFF. She is such a fun character to get to know and someone who will not stand down to anyone. She's a fierce protector of Lacey and I really liked reading the scenes with the two of them. I was able to get into the story more, through understanding some of the pack dynamics. I liked the creative way in which Jordan reveals the history of the pack and the prophecy Lacey will fulfill. I felt that I was learning these things along with Lacey.
Half Moon's story really picked up for me when Lacey embraces who she is. It's during this time a lot of questions I had from The Crescent and the first half of Half Moon are answered. There's a lot of action towards the end of the book, which takes place in the woods up in the mountains in Oregon. For me, Jordan's story telling really came to life with Half Moon as she explains some of the more significant events that will, I'm guessing, lead up to a phenomenal series ending in her third book. I'm looking forward to reading more of Lacey's story, as Half Moon's plot twists, action and romance leaving me wanting more.
January 2, 2011
Half Moon is the sequel to The Crescent and one that I highly enjoyed. In this book Lacey is now fully aware of the werewolves and is trying to adjust to her new life. She struggles with the isolation and secrets everyone continues to hide from her. Brandon is keeping secrets as well and it's something that brings a lot of old feelings back for Lacey.
I have to say that I don't think I have ever read a series where I have switched "Teams" as much before. I found myself hoping she would end up with Brandon, then Alex, then Brandon, then Alex, etc. throughout the book. I am still unsure! But I loved it because typically books always have the guy who will win in mind.
Half Moon gives us an introduction to a lot of new characters that will be like a family for Lacey. I enjoyed each one and thought Jordan did a fantastic job depicting their lifestyle and how it varied from what Lacey was accustomed with. Lacey had some dark times during this book and I felt sorry for her as she struggled with her idea of mating with Brandon. It was easy to see the pressure she was under and how her dreams would make her question what she really wanted.
I was happy to see male characters who are not perfect. Both Alex and Brandon have their flaws and it's refreshing. Their common thread is simply the hope for Lacey's safety. The environment Half Moon presents is one that we don't get to see in The Crescent so I'm curious to see where the next book will go.
Overall: In Half Moon Lacey continues on her journey of change and discovery as she enters the world of the werewolves and attempts to forget about her previous life. The romance, history, and prophecy she is forced to deal with all ends up as simply one wild ride for the reader. I'm excited to see what else happens to Lacey as she is faced with more questions in her life for what she will become and who she will love.
I have to say that I don't think I have ever read a series where I have switched "Teams" as much before. I found myself hoping she would end up with Brandon, then Alex, then Brandon, then Alex, etc. throughout the book. I am still unsure! But I loved it because typically books always have the guy who will win in mind.
Half Moon gives us an introduction to a lot of new characters that will be like a family for Lacey. I enjoyed each one and thought Jordan did a fantastic job depicting their lifestyle and how it varied from what Lacey was accustomed with. Lacey had some dark times during this book and I felt sorry for her as she struggled with her idea of mating with Brandon. It was easy to see the pressure she was under and how her dreams would make her question what she really wanted.
I was happy to see male characters who are not perfect. Both Alex and Brandon have their flaws and it's refreshing. Their common thread is simply the hope for Lacey's safety. The environment Half Moon presents is one that we don't get to see in The Crescent so I'm curious to see where the next book will go.
Overall: In Half Moon Lacey continues on her journey of change and discovery as she enters the world of the werewolves and attempts to forget about her previous life. The romance, history, and prophecy she is forced to deal with all ends up as simply one wild ride for the reader. I'm excited to see what else happens to Lacey as she is faced with more questions in her life for what she will become and who she will love.
May 28, 2014
Half Moon goes exactly where it should. In the second installment of The Crescent series we discover the history behind Lacey's wolfpack and the truth of who her real mate is. The story picks up six months after the battle at her house, where she was forced to say goodbye to the only parents she'd ever known and Alex. In an undisclosed location in the woods she realizes just how much she gave up to be with people she knows nothing about.
Jordan Deen does a wonderful job at creating a new world that Lacey is suddenly thrown in, giving the reader all the ups and downs as she discovers her fated path. She doesn't miss a beat at intertwining the paranormal with the romance, giving the relationships a twist and turn that continues to lure the reader in.
I must mention the fabulous writing, especially the dialogue she writes for Brandon. I loved it. I was torn, leaning toward Alex, but now I just adore Brandon. The characters are unforgettable and so well-developed. I couldn't stop reading and finished it in one day!
Half Moon goes the extra step, introducing new characters, more paranormal surprises, and an impending war that keeps you hungry for more. Can't wait for Full Moon!
Jordan Deen does a wonderful job at creating a new world that Lacey is suddenly thrown in, giving the reader all the ups and downs as she discovers her fated path. She doesn't miss a beat at intertwining the paranormal with the romance, giving the relationships a twist and turn that continues to lure the reader in.
I must mention the fabulous writing, especially the dialogue she writes for Brandon. I loved it. I was torn, leaning toward Alex, but now I just adore Brandon. The characters are unforgettable and so well-developed. I couldn't stop reading and finished it in one day!
Half Moon goes the extra step, introducing new characters, more paranormal surprises, and an impending war that keeps you hungry for more. Can't wait for Full Moon!
January 12, 2014
WELL IT'S ABOUT TIME.....LACEY FINALLY WOKE UP AND GOT A CLUE. THIS BOOK WAS SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE FIRST ONE.I WAS PISSED WITH MICHEAL BUT CAME TO UNDERSTAND SOME THINGS. Y HEART BOKE FOR BRANDON A WHOLE LOT IN THIS BOOK AND I BECAME FURIOUS WITH LACEY. I FELL IN LOVE WITH CATCH AND BREA (AND THE SHOCKER AT THE END CONCERNING ALEX)THAT EXPLAIN ALOT. THE BOND BETWEEN BRANDON AND LACEY WAS AWESOME AND I BELIEVE IT WILL ONLY GET BETTER. SOMETHING CHANGE FOR ME CONCERNING ALEX IN THIS BOOK.... I STARTING FEELING COMPASSION TOWARDS HIM. LACEY WHINING FINALLY CEASED AND I LOOK FORWARD TO READING THE NEXT BOOK IN THIS TRILOGY!!!!
IF YOU READ THE FIRST ONE PUSH FORWARD IT REALLY GETS BETTER!!!!
IF YOU READ THE FIRST ONE PUSH FORWARD IT REALLY GETS BETTER!!!!
February 7, 2012
Have at beginning I wanted strangle Lacey she needed wake up call,but no one did .. She still need wake up call with Alex still even know at end she bonds more with Brandon she still has that feeling I want punch her in faces still. And the way pack dealt with it by pushing them away not letting them near each-other lone I think made it worser .. And further more I'm glad still bit more Brandon & Lacey I wish wasn't mostly lot pain but she . Dumb about using and jewerly spell in iPod that I didn't see coming . but I can't wait for more .. Please get rid this love triangle this one killing me ..
March 14, 2014
Lacey vs. Herself
Lacey vs. Herself
I think the second book is better then the first because you fall into laceys world and are enveloped within her own battle. As the book goes on you are torn between who you want to win and who you think will lose but I can tell you, you'll be in for a surprise.
Lacey vs. Herself
I think the second book is better then the first because you fall into laceys world and are enveloped within her own battle. As the book goes on you are torn between who you want to win and who you think will lose but I can tell you, you'll be in for a surprise.
Want to read
February 16, 2012I've read the review and love it...at that moment I wanted to start reading this book! And then I heard about this giveaway and said to myself this the chance to win a copy...So I hurry up and enter this wonderful giveaway..:D I hope I win...One awesome book review.
April 28, 2011
so much goodness packed into this book. now I am craving Full Moon. with out spoiling it...I am very happy with Lacey's choice
Read
March 6, 2011AAAHHHH! I can't believe this incredible, beyond amazing novel! Review will surely be up soon on the blog! :) *SIGH*
April 4, 2012
I won from good reads first reads. I bought the first one and read it too. I think this was very well written and I can't wait for the next book to come out.
April 14, 2012
Wondering what is happening next?
May 17, 2012
I can't wait much longer for book 3! Awesome writing!!
November 30, 2012
Pretty good damn tip-top in my opinion. In another review the reviewer says that Deen has "magic" "in her words". I'm very definitely inclined to agree.
November 3, 2012
I love the combination of witch/werewolf, I enjoyed feeling the emotions that Lacey was going through...it helped to understand..
February 8, 2013
wow wow. Even better than the first book. The story just sucked me in and kept me up till the early hours of the morning. So excited for the next installment.
January 8, 2014
this book was just as good as the frist one i loved it but left me wonting more i can't wait tell the next book come out these are going to be my best books i have love your books.
December 15, 2013
Was a good book. I couldn't put it down
** I received this book for free as part of a First-Reads promotion
** I received this book for free as part of a First-Reads promotion
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