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Cloud Prophet Trilogy #2
Oubliette
From USA Today bestselling author, Megg Jensen... Reychel thought she was finally free. She was wrong. Everyone saw her gift of prophecy as a blessing, but her gift is uncontrollable. No one alive can teach her to manipulate her unique gift and the answers she needs lie buried within a madman’s journals. She’s thrust in the midst of a brewing war and the only uniting factor for her people is their belief in the Prophet. Will Reychel learn to control her gift or will she be forced to deliver a false prophecy that could lead her people into a violent, unwinnable war? Other Books by The Initiate - a novelette bridging the Cloud Prophet Trilogy and The Swarm Trilogy Cloud Prophet Anathema Oubliette Severed Pick up the story 20 years later The Swarm Sleepers Afterlife The Sundering
182 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 23, 2011
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Megg Jensen
37 books607 followersMegg Jensen is a two-time USA Today bestselling author of epic fantasy.
No stranger to top ten lists on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the iBookstore, Megg's novels have garnered millions of downloads, attracting fans from all over the world.
She lives in Chicago with her husband, kids, and two insane miniature schnauzers.
No stranger to top ten lists on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the iBookstore, Megg's novels have garnered millions of downloads, attracting fans from all over the world.
She lives in Chicago with her husband, kids, and two insane miniature schnauzers.
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May 12, 2016
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ACTUAL RATING: 3.5 Stars
MY THOUGHTS
This is a very interesting fantasy/dystopian series! I enjoyed the first book and I enjoyed this one as well.
Reychel has been a slave all her life and now she's finally free. But is she really? There's a prophecy about a prophet that will save all their people, and Reychel is believed to be that prophet. Except she doesn't know how she can help. Every time she looks at the clouds she doesn't get any visions at all. And now she'd being pressured to deliver a false prophecy. How can she lie to everyone?
I thought this was a very good sequel and I applaud the author at her world-building and character development. I really think that Reychel has grown a lot since the first book and I can tell that she will be growing more as the series continues.
What is most interesting is how surprising this book is. There are many plot twists throughout this book, none of them expected.
IN CONCLUSION
Overall, I enjoyed this book as much as the first. It's a really quick read, under 200 pages. If you liked the first book, you should definitely pick this one up. As far as continuing the series, I hope to pick up the next book soon!
ACTUAL RATING: 3.5 Stars
MY THOUGHTS
This is a very interesting fantasy/dystopian series! I enjoyed the first book and I enjoyed this one as well.
Reychel has been a slave all her life and now she's finally free. But is she really? There's a prophecy about a prophet that will save all their people, and Reychel is believed to be that prophet. Except she doesn't know how she can help. Every time she looks at the clouds she doesn't get any visions at all. And now she'd being pressured to deliver a false prophecy. How can she lie to everyone?
I thought this was a very good sequel and I applaud the author at her world-building and character development. I really think that Reychel has grown a lot since the first book and I can tell that she will be growing more as the series continues.
What is most interesting is how surprising this book is. There are many plot twists throughout this book, none of them expected.
IN CONCLUSION
Overall, I enjoyed this book as much as the first. It's a really quick read, under 200 pages. If you liked the first book, you should definitely pick this one up. As far as continuing the series, I hope to pick up the next book soon!
June 17, 2013
I received a free copy of this book for my honest review.
Obliette is the second book in the Cloud Prophet Trilogy and picks up right where Anathema leaves off. Reychel finds herself in the Southern Kingdom with Nemison's daughter Krissen. Nemison was left behind on the other side of the portal in the Northern Kingdom and Reychel is on her own and unsure who to trust.
I love the world that Jenson has created as well as the new characters that have been introduced. However, Krissen goes beyond getting on my nerves. She is the princess and prone to tantrums but her mood swings make me want to find her some medication. The other characters are much more interesting and the intrigue definitely adds to the story. Nothing is as it really seems and just when you think you have it figured out you find you have it all wrong.
Its true that Reychel is a bit naive and it seems like everyone, especially the headstrong princess, is taking advantage of her. But you must remember that she hasn't lived out in the world long and her knowledge and judge of human nature is limited. There was one thing about this part of her story that didn't seem right to me. She spent a good deal of her time pouring over the journals of the first prophet. However, she spent the biggest part of her life as a slave. Who taught her to read? What purpose would it have served to educate slaves? She wasn't born knowing how so how did she read all those journals?
Overall, I loved the book. If you enjoyed Anathema you should continue with Obliette. This is a fun series, if you like fantasy this is a good one to pick up.
Obliette is the second book in the Cloud Prophet Trilogy and picks up right where Anathema leaves off. Reychel finds herself in the Southern Kingdom with Nemison's daughter Krissen. Nemison was left behind on the other side of the portal in the Northern Kingdom and Reychel is on her own and unsure who to trust.
I love the world that Jenson has created as well as the new characters that have been introduced. However, Krissen goes beyond getting on my nerves. She is the princess and prone to tantrums but her mood swings make me want to find her some medication. The other characters are much more interesting and the intrigue definitely adds to the story. Nothing is as it really seems and just when you think you have it figured out you find you have it all wrong.
Its true that Reychel is a bit naive and it seems like everyone, especially the headstrong princess, is taking advantage of her. But you must remember that she hasn't lived out in the world long and her knowledge and judge of human nature is limited. There was one thing about this part of her story that didn't seem right to me. She spent a good deal of her time pouring over the journals of the first prophet. However, she spent the biggest part of her life as a slave. Who taught her to read? What purpose would it have served to educate slaves? She wasn't born knowing how so how did she read all those journals?
Overall, I loved the book. If you enjoyed Anathema you should continue with Obliette. This is a fun series, if you like fantasy this is a good one to pick up.
July 26, 2016
I didn't enjoy this book as much as the first. Its a pretty decent book but I just don't love the story.
I can't think of a decent reason why I don't love it. Maybe because it feels disjointed. Like nothing 100% makes sense.
I can't think of a decent reason why I don't love it. Maybe because it feels disjointed. Like nothing 100% makes sense.
April 9, 2018
I read the first two books of the trilogy. The author does some original world-building, but the main characters come across as not quite mature enough for the roles they are given to play. The best ones seem to deal with more than the usual confusions and indecisions of leadership, and others are simply not appealing, or maybe just need to grow up. The story did keep me interested enough to make it through the second book, but I think this series is definitely intended for a teenage audience.
May 17, 2017
A good series for pre teens.
July 27, 2018
This was better than the first. The switch in voice time frame was a bit frustrating. The development of the story was well do.
January 9, 2019
Meg Jensen good author. Enjoying this series. Good read
June 6, 2019
Oubliette by Megg Jensen
The Cloud Prophet Trilogy is a good story. This particular edition was a bit slow for my taste, but big picture is well plotted.
The Cloud Prophet Trilogy is a good story. This particular edition was a bit slow for my taste, but big picture is well plotted.
June 29, 2011
After the end of Anathema I was truly at a loss for where the story was going to go. I was expecting a lot of magical training sessions and discovering Reychel's gift. Boy was I in for a surprise. The plot just kept having twist after twist. Oubliette was definitely not a filler novel, like so many sequels are. Megg really keeps you on your toes with the unexpected.
At the end of Anathema things kind of ended in a shit storm. Mark ran off with the Sons, Ivy was being locked away, and Reychel was surrounded by hostile guards. Things don't get any better when Reychel is thrown into the Southern Kingdom via portal. She's greeted by a hostile teen princess with attitude. To make matters worse she's Nemison's daughter, who sacrificed himself to save Reychel. Things only get worse when Reychel finds out that the Southern kingdom is preparing to overtake the Melborn population, with the aid of the Sons of Silence. Reychel is being pressured into having a vision of victory, yet Reychel's gift has seemingly abandoned her. She struggles to discover the secrets to her gift of prophecy before it is too late.
I absolutely loved the major twist in the novel. Of course, I can't talk about it because that would completely spoil it, but it was epic. Trust me. Reychel doesn't let the prophecy control her life and makes her own decisions. She strikes out and makes her own path, and it is truly the highlight of the book. There were so many great surprises throughout the story, yet there are still a few that are left open ended. The struggle for dominance between the two races, just got even more desperate. Reychel is definitely feeling the heat, but I'm glad she stuck with her convictions. She refuses to lie and give a false prophecy and I really admired her for that.
At the end of Anathema Reychel thinks that Mark betrayed her trust. At the time I was really glad that Megg threw in some conflict between them. Then I realized just how much I truly enjoyed Mark's character when he was gone from the story for a while. I just kept wishing for him to come back! In the end it all was just a lack of communication and I'm glad that it didn't get blown out of proportion. I really enjoy Mark and Reychel's relationship so I'm glad it wasn't drama filled.
As for the new cast of characters I was pretty pleased. You just never know who to trust! I thought I had certain people figured out, only to have them completely surprise me. And not in a good way either. In the end though, Reychel discovers new friends in the most unexpected of places.
My one criticism on the book is the fact that there were just a bit too many unexpected turns. There were so many betrayals and lies that it was just a bit too much. It was pretty minor though and didn't detract from the story. Overall Oubliette was a great continuation of the Cloud Prophet Trilogy and I cannot wait for Severed!
At the end of Anathema things kind of ended in a shit storm. Mark ran off with the Sons, Ivy was being locked away, and Reychel was surrounded by hostile guards. Things don't get any better when Reychel is thrown into the Southern Kingdom via portal. She's greeted by a hostile teen princess with attitude. To make matters worse she's Nemison's daughter, who sacrificed himself to save Reychel. Things only get worse when Reychel finds out that the Southern kingdom is preparing to overtake the Melborn population, with the aid of the Sons of Silence. Reychel is being pressured into having a vision of victory, yet Reychel's gift has seemingly abandoned her. She struggles to discover the secrets to her gift of prophecy before it is too late.
I absolutely loved the major twist in the novel. Of course, I can't talk about it because that would completely spoil it, but it was epic. Trust me. Reychel doesn't let the prophecy control her life and makes her own decisions. She strikes out and makes her own path, and it is truly the highlight of the book. There were so many great surprises throughout the story, yet there are still a few that are left open ended. The struggle for dominance between the two races, just got even more desperate. Reychel is definitely feeling the heat, but I'm glad she stuck with her convictions. She refuses to lie and give a false prophecy and I really admired her for that.
At the end of Anathema Reychel thinks that Mark betrayed her trust. At the time I was really glad that Megg threw in some conflict between them. Then I realized just how much I truly enjoyed Mark's character when he was gone from the story for a while. I just kept wishing for him to come back! In the end it all was just a lack of communication and I'm glad that it didn't get blown out of proportion. I really enjoy Mark and Reychel's relationship so I'm glad it wasn't drama filled.
As for the new cast of characters I was pretty pleased. You just never know who to trust! I thought I had certain people figured out, only to have them completely surprise me. And not in a good way either. In the end though, Reychel discovers new friends in the most unexpected of places.
My one criticism on the book is the fact that there were just a bit too many unexpected turns. There were so many betrayals and lies that it was just a bit too much. It was pretty minor though and didn't detract from the story. Overall Oubliette was a great continuation of the Cloud Prophet Trilogy and I cannot wait for Severed!
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Smashtastic Synopsis: Reychel finds herself free of slavery, but freedom comes at a high price in this world. Reychel's special gift is causing her much stress as an entire kingdom is depending on her to be their savior. Unfortunately, no one alive or available is able to teach Reychel how to control her gift, and her visions are quite sporadic. However, Reychel has one resource available to her: ancient journals from the original prophet. Will his words lead Reychel down the path to prophet extraordinaire, or bring her kingdom to its end?
Interest in the book: I was so impressed with Anathema, and knew I would continue the trilogy. Severed is coming out soon, so I decided to get to it!
Characters: Reychel is a pretty great young lady. She is compassionate, smart, steadfast and brave. She is completely lost about how to use her power, but refuses to stand by while a kingdom dies. Mark remains an important person in Reychel’s life, and I enjoyed his role in this book.
We are introduced to many new characters, and I must say that Krissin is the most interesting. She is equal parts intriguing and infuriating. I can’t wait to figure her out in Severed. I can’t forget our ancient but not forgotten prophet, Zelor, who lives on in his cryptic journals. He provides some nice drama to the story.
Worldbuilding: I enjoy how Oubliette begins immediately where Anathema left off. Reychel is running for her life, along with Nemison, the only person alive who can help Reychel learn how to control her gift. Or is it a curse? Unfortunately, Nemison is captured but not before he opens a portal and sends Reychel in to hiding. The world expands in this installment as Reychel is whisked off to another part of the kingdom and meets an entirely new set of faces of which she must decide are friend or foe. We are also introduced to the use of portals, and they play a tricky role in this story.
Lasting Impressions: I will admit that I did not enjoy this book as much as the first, mainly due to the change in scenery and introduction of a new cast of characters. I was definitely looking forward to more character and relationship development with Reychel and Mark, and I just didn’t get it. That being said, the story is still just as interesting, and I look forward to Severed. I said this in my review of Anathema, but I think lovers of Kristin Cashore’s Seven Kingdoms books will enjoy this series.
Smashtastic Entertainment Scale: Great Potential
Smashtastic Synopsis: Reychel finds herself free of slavery, but freedom comes at a high price in this world. Reychel's special gift is causing her much stress as an entire kingdom is depending on her to be their savior. Unfortunately, no one alive or available is able to teach Reychel how to control her gift, and her visions are quite sporadic. However, Reychel has one resource available to her: ancient journals from the original prophet. Will his words lead Reychel down the path to prophet extraordinaire, or bring her kingdom to its end?
Interest in the book: I was so impressed with Anathema, and knew I would continue the trilogy. Severed is coming out soon, so I decided to get to it!
Characters: Reychel is a pretty great young lady. She is compassionate, smart, steadfast and brave. She is completely lost about how to use her power, but refuses to stand by while a kingdom dies. Mark remains an important person in Reychel’s life, and I enjoyed his role in this book.
We are introduced to many new characters, and I must say that Krissin is the most interesting. She is equal parts intriguing and infuriating. I can’t wait to figure her out in Severed. I can’t forget our ancient but not forgotten prophet, Zelor, who lives on in his cryptic journals. He provides some nice drama to the story.
Worldbuilding: I enjoy how Oubliette begins immediately where Anathema left off. Reychel is running for her life, along with Nemison, the only person alive who can help Reychel learn how to control her gift. Or is it a curse? Unfortunately, Nemison is captured but not before he opens a portal and sends Reychel in to hiding. The world expands in this installment as Reychel is whisked off to another part of the kingdom and meets an entirely new set of faces of which she must decide are friend or foe. We are also introduced to the use of portals, and they play a tricky role in this story.
Lasting Impressions: I will admit that I did not enjoy this book as much as the first, mainly due to the change in scenery and introduction of a new cast of characters. I was definitely looking forward to more character and relationship development with Reychel and Mark, and I just didn’t get it. That being said, the story is still just as interesting, and I look forward to Severed. I said this in my review of Anathema, but I think lovers of Kristin Cashore’s Seven Kingdoms books will enjoy this series.
Smashtastic Entertainment Scale: Great Potential
May 21, 2013
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This second novel in the Cloud Prophet Trilogy is much more refined and solid than the first, Anathema. Jensen has slowed the story down, and the development of the characters takes the forefront, allowing the story to flow together more seamlessly while providing readers with an easily understandable story that is highly enjoyable.
Reychel, a former slave, is now free and in a rival nation, hiding her abilities until the “right time.” Believed to be the Cloud Prophet, though not entirely sure herself, Reychel must figure out the truth about the prophecy before she claims her heritage. The main problem is, nothing makes sense, and her abilities seem to be waning, thus, she may be forced to lie to the nation in order to set things in motion, and save those she holds dear, but Reychel struggles with the thought that her lies could end in bloodshed.
What I really enjoyed about this novel is the mystery surrounding the original Cloud Prophet. Jensen sheds light on his life and his truths as the story progresses, and as it turns out, nothing is as it seems. I was surprised on many an occasion as I read, and I really enjoyed learning the truth alongside Reychel, even though that truth isn’t necessarily a good one. And, of course, the mystery behind the betrayals within the castle also spurred me on as I read! Add in the magical aspects, such as invisible threads leading to portals (which I thought was ingenious), and this story really turns out to be a great read! This world Jensen has created holds many a mystery, and the magical realm really helped pull me into the story and connect to the characters, who are now very well fleshed out and much more likable.
I really enjoyed seeing Reychel grow into herself in this novel, especially with all the threats that crop up around her. In the first novel, she seems a bit more sporadic and easily led astray, whereas in this novel she has a much better head on her shoulders, taking matters into her own hands and selflessly attempting to save the world. She’s a great young heroine, and I’m excited to see where the rest of the story leads in the final novel of the trilogy. So, if you’ve read the first novel and weren’t sure whether to pick up the next installment for whatever reason, I believe you should definitely give it a go. The series definitely gets better!
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This second novel in the Cloud Prophet Trilogy is much more refined and solid than the first, Anathema. Jensen has slowed the story down, and the development of the characters takes the forefront, allowing the story to flow together more seamlessly while providing readers with an easily understandable story that is highly enjoyable.
Reychel, a former slave, is now free and in a rival nation, hiding her abilities until the “right time.” Believed to be the Cloud Prophet, though not entirely sure herself, Reychel must figure out the truth about the prophecy before she claims her heritage. The main problem is, nothing makes sense, and her abilities seem to be waning, thus, she may be forced to lie to the nation in order to set things in motion, and save those she holds dear, but Reychel struggles with the thought that her lies could end in bloodshed.
What I really enjoyed about this novel is the mystery surrounding the original Cloud Prophet. Jensen sheds light on his life and his truths as the story progresses, and as it turns out, nothing is as it seems. I was surprised on many an occasion as I read, and I really enjoyed learning the truth alongside Reychel, even though that truth isn’t necessarily a good one. And, of course, the mystery behind the betrayals within the castle also spurred me on as I read! Add in the magical aspects, such as invisible threads leading to portals (which I thought was ingenious), and this story really turns out to be a great read! This world Jensen has created holds many a mystery, and the magical realm really helped pull me into the story and connect to the characters, who are now very well fleshed out and much more likable.
I really enjoyed seeing Reychel grow into herself in this novel, especially with all the threats that crop up around her. In the first novel, she seems a bit more sporadic and easily led astray, whereas in this novel she has a much better head on her shoulders, taking matters into her own hands and selflessly attempting to save the world. She’s a great young heroine, and I’m excited to see where the rest of the story leads in the final novel of the trilogy. So, if you’ve read the first novel and weren’t sure whether to pick up the next installment for whatever reason, I believe you should definitely give it a go. The series definitely gets better!
February 1, 2012
REVIEWED by Chris for Between the Covers blog:
I read Anathema by Megg Jensen a few months ago, and upon finishing I couldn’t wait to get to Oubliette, the second book in the trilogy. Megg had created such a fascinating world in Anathema that I couldn’t wait to read more about it. I bought Oubliette right away, but had to find the time to fit it into my TBR pile. I am sorry I waited so long to get to it because it was just as fantastic as Anathema... and maybe a little more so.
Reychel had put all her faith in the council, believing that she was free. Unfortunately she was wrong. Reychel winds up in the Southern Kingdom alone, pushed threw a portal. She is being used as a pawn and is not sure who she can trust. Everyone is telling her that her gift of prophecy is amazing, but she finds it uncontrollable. She longs to be able to control it, but the only person who could help her is a dead madman who left journals that may be able to guide her. Reychel is rushed to learn to control her gift so that she can live up to being the savior to her people in a war that is brewing amongst them.
It is a rare occurrence that the middle book in a trilogy be just as good as the first. It is even more unusual for it to be even better. Oubliette is one of those rare occurrences. Megg has taken this amazing world she created and given it more depth by taking us to a different region and introducing some brand new characters. I find Megg’s characters fascinating because they are so well developed. Each character is identifiable and feels like a unique, real person. She writes them with an air of mystery and aura of uncertainty about their loyalty, and I cannot seem to get them out of my mind.
I loved that fact that this was a middle book yet it still was building a world that could pull me in from beginning to end. The world is still the same but the location has changed, giving a better grasp on the society and basic fundamentals which were introduced in book one. Oubliette ended with such a cliffhanger that I can not wait to pick up and start the final book in this amazing trilogy.
Rating: 5 stars
I read Anathema by Megg Jensen a few months ago, and upon finishing I couldn’t wait to get to Oubliette, the second book in the trilogy. Megg had created such a fascinating world in Anathema that I couldn’t wait to read more about it. I bought Oubliette right away, but had to find the time to fit it into my TBR pile. I am sorry I waited so long to get to it because it was just as fantastic as Anathema... and maybe a little more so.
Reychel had put all her faith in the council, believing that she was free. Unfortunately she was wrong. Reychel winds up in the Southern Kingdom alone, pushed threw a portal. She is being used as a pawn and is not sure who she can trust. Everyone is telling her that her gift of prophecy is amazing, but she finds it uncontrollable. She longs to be able to control it, but the only person who could help her is a dead madman who left journals that may be able to guide her. Reychel is rushed to learn to control her gift so that she can live up to being the savior to her people in a war that is brewing amongst them.
It is a rare occurrence that the middle book in a trilogy be just as good as the first. It is even more unusual for it to be even better. Oubliette is one of those rare occurrences. Megg has taken this amazing world she created and given it more depth by taking us to a different region and introducing some brand new characters. I find Megg’s characters fascinating because they are so well developed. Each character is identifiable and feels like a unique, real person. She writes them with an air of mystery and aura of uncertainty about their loyalty, and I cannot seem to get them out of my mind.
I loved that fact that this was a middle book yet it still was building a world that could pull me in from beginning to end. The world is still the same but the location has changed, giving a better grasp on the society and basic fundamentals which were introduced in book one. Oubliette ended with such a cliffhanger that I can not wait to pick up and start the final book in this amazing trilogy.
Rating: 5 stars
June 23, 2011
Honestly, I do not even know how to begin this . . .
To say I was excited about the release of this book would be a complete understatement.
Release day! Oh Happy Day!
Book is loaded and ready to go . . I find myself, taking in every word and just letting it linger in my mind a moment before moving on to the next. It isn't long tho . . before the book lets me know it has other ideas for my reading pleasure. It grabs hold of me and just RUNS! I tried to slow myself down reading it, but I just couldn't.
Just when I was thinking to myself, I got this! I have things sorted and figured out . . . yeah, I didn't. There was even a part (with the aid of my cat) that scared me!
I lifted up my eyes and in front of me shimmered a man, a tall, gaunt man with long black hair with a quill in his other hand. I let go of the book as it rotated around so that I was reading it upside down and he began to write.
(Now insert cat jumping on bed right beside you as a man is "shimmered" right in front of you!)
Reychel has some learning to do . . and not really a whole lot of time to do it in. Right from the start Reychel seems to be the only person in her life that she can trust. She finds out for sure that looks can be deceiving and that not everyone presents as they should.
I can only say . . that when the book ended . . I was wondering if I could even trust the author. I mean REALLY!?!? Did she just do this to me? I was reading along, and then it was like . . STOP! No, more. Here I was trying to figure out just who we could trust to help us out . . . and the book ended. I went back and forth through the pages, thinking for sure I had missed something somewhere . . but nope, it really did just end on me. So, now I must wait until Fall 2011 to see how this all sorts out!
(It's gonna be a long summer, huh)
So, please if you haven't already . . . grab yourself a copy of Anathema and Oubliette, then get comfy and read. See for yourself how these books will work into your mind and not let go.
To say I was excited about the release of this book would be a complete understatement.
Release day! Oh Happy Day!
Book is loaded and ready to go . . I find myself, taking in every word and just letting it linger in my mind a moment before moving on to the next. It isn't long tho . . before the book lets me know it has other ideas for my reading pleasure. It grabs hold of me and just RUNS! I tried to slow myself down reading it, but I just couldn't.
Just when I was thinking to myself, I got this! I have things sorted and figured out . . . yeah, I didn't. There was even a part (with the aid of my cat) that scared me!
I lifted up my eyes and in front of me shimmered a man, a tall, gaunt man with long black hair with a quill in his other hand. I let go of the book as it rotated around so that I was reading it upside down and he began to write.
(Now insert cat jumping on bed right beside you as a man is "shimmered" right in front of you!)
Reychel has some learning to do . . and not really a whole lot of time to do it in. Right from the start Reychel seems to be the only person in her life that she can trust. She finds out for sure that looks can be deceiving and that not everyone presents as they should.
I can only say . . that when the book ended . . I was wondering if I could even trust the author. I mean REALLY!?!? Did she just do this to me? I was reading along, and then it was like . . STOP! No, more. Here I was trying to figure out just who we could trust to help us out . . . and the book ended. I went back and forth through the pages, thinking for sure I had missed something somewhere . . but nope, it really did just end on me. So, now I must wait until Fall 2011 to see how this all sorts out!
(It's gonna be a long summer, huh)
So, please if you haven't already . . . grab yourself a copy of Anathema and Oubliette, then get comfy and read. See for yourself how these books will work into your mind and not let go.
April 10, 2012
3.5 stars
I really enjoyed this one! Again I clicked my way through in one evening and I have to say that I was impressed with how the story developed. There was enough mystery and intrigue to keep me interested and we learnt more about the fantastic world that Megg Jenson has created.
Again, there were some editing issues. Grammatical errors, missing words, some weird sentence structure etc but it wasn't overly frequent and it didn't take away from my enjoyment of the story.
I loved the introduction of Ace and Krissin! They were both loud, bold and full of personality - basically everything that most of the characters in anathema lacked - and I couldn't help grinning to myself at some of the lines they came out with. I can see myself having a bit of crush on Ace if he remains prominent in the next book.. I just can't help myself. I love a bantering bad boy!
Mark was still as bland and useless as ever. He was still spouting his cliched, cheesy lines that made me roll my eyes pretty much every time he strolled into a scene so I pretty much just tried to push him to the back of my mind and pretend he wasn't there :)
I felt that Reychel's character was a lot stronger in this book. She lost the naive edge that she'd had in the first book (understandable after fifteen years of captivity) and she was able to be more independent in terms of thinking for herself and pushing her own beliefs and ideals, which I loved. Pretty much the only time that she annoyed me was when she was around Mark. I personally felt like he dragged her down and she seemed to lose her sense of self a little when they were together because he was so insistent on playing the protector and because she loved him she couldn't seem to help falling into his arms and being a bit useless whenever he appeared.
Overall, a really good follow up to the first book in the series and I can't wait to read the last and see how it all concludes!
I really enjoyed this one! Again I clicked my way through in one evening and I have to say that I was impressed with how the story developed. There was enough mystery and intrigue to keep me interested and we learnt more about the fantastic world that Megg Jenson has created.
Again, there were some editing issues. Grammatical errors, missing words, some weird sentence structure etc but it wasn't overly frequent and it didn't take away from my enjoyment of the story.
I loved the introduction of Ace and Krissin! They were both loud, bold and full of personality - basically everything that most of the characters in anathema lacked - and I couldn't help grinning to myself at some of the lines they came out with. I can see myself having a bit of crush on Ace if he remains prominent in the next book.. I just can't help myself. I love a bantering bad boy!
Mark was still as bland and useless as ever. He was still spouting his cliched, cheesy lines that made me roll my eyes pretty much every time he strolled into a scene so I pretty much just tried to push him to the back of my mind and pretend he wasn't there :)
I felt that Reychel's character was a lot stronger in this book. She lost the naive edge that she'd had in the first book (understandable after fifteen years of captivity) and she was able to be more independent in terms of thinking for herself and pushing her own beliefs and ideals, which I loved. Pretty much the only time that she annoyed me was when she was around Mark. I personally felt like he dragged her down and she seemed to lose her sense of self a little when they were together because he was so insistent on playing the protector and because she loved him she couldn't seem to help falling into his arms and being a bit useless whenever he appeared.
Overall, a really good follow up to the first book in the series and I can't wait to read the last and see how it all concludes!
May 9, 2012
I finished reading Anathema a few days ago and absolutely loved it so I wanted to start reading the second book in this trilogy right away. And let me tell you I was so NOT disappointed in Oubliette!
The book starts just a few weeks after where Anathema finished, and it doesn’t just slowly get back into the book… it dives headfirst into it! I don’t know how Megg Jensen does it but she has this ability with writing that just grabs a hold of you and wont let go!
In the first book the stage was set for this epic battle, and we got all the background information leading up to it. But in this book… we get to meet Krissin who by the way is totally amazing… and we also get to learn more about Ace who we briefly met in the first book… and Ace is the complete opposite of Mark, everything that I thought Mark was missing in the first book… Ace brought to the table I just wish he had of been in the story a little bit more.
I also loved how in this book we got to see all of the characters grow, Reychel is starting to learn she has a bit more to offer then just her prophecies, I also thought that although Mark was still not quit book boyfriend material (Ace totally is though) Mark wasn’t too bad in this book, he is still a little soft but I could start to see the warrior in him, at least by the end of the book.
We also learned more about the prophecy that has made Reychel so famous, and it was totally NOT what I was expecting… actually it completely through me off because up to that point, she everything wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows… but it was pretty straight forward and I could always kind of see where the story was heading… but after learning the truth! I think I was just as surprised as Reychel was!
Oubliette was a great follow up book to the first book in the series, and when I finished this book I made the executive decision to put Severed right at the top of my TBR list!
The book starts just a few weeks after where Anathema finished, and it doesn’t just slowly get back into the book… it dives headfirst into it! I don’t know how Megg Jensen does it but she has this ability with writing that just grabs a hold of you and wont let go!
In the first book the stage was set for this epic battle, and we got all the background information leading up to it. But in this book… we get to meet Krissin who by the way is totally amazing… and we also get to learn more about Ace who we briefly met in the first book… and Ace is the complete opposite of Mark, everything that I thought Mark was missing in the first book… Ace brought to the table I just wish he had of been in the story a little bit more.
I also loved how in this book we got to see all of the characters grow, Reychel is starting to learn she has a bit more to offer then just her prophecies, I also thought that although Mark was still not quit book boyfriend material (Ace totally is though) Mark wasn’t too bad in this book, he is still a little soft but I could start to see the warrior in him, at least by the end of the book.
We also learned more about the prophecy that has made Reychel so famous, and it was totally NOT what I was expecting… actually it completely through me off because up to that point, she everything wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows… but it was pretty straight forward and I could always kind of see where the story was heading… but after learning the truth! I think I was just as surprised as Reychel was!
Oubliette was a great follow up book to the first book in the series, and when I finished this book I made the executive decision to put Severed right at the top of my TBR list!
June 23, 2011
Oubliette is the second novel in the Cloud Prohecy trilogy, following Anathema. Every now and then you come across a book that just hooks you, that makes you obsess a little over it. When you are reading it, you are in the story, and when it is over, you almost feel as if something is missing from yourself. That is this series for me. I love everything about it! Oubliette continues the story of Reychel, a former slave girl who suddenly discovers that her destiny is nothing like she had believed. This story picks up where Anathema left off and Reychel must search for answers in order to use her gift and help save her people. This book, and the series, has everything you could want in an epic fantasy tale. The intrigue and mystery keep you guessing throughout the story, with lots of twists and turns, many of which I had no inkling of until I turned the page and read. There were many times that you just weren't sure who was on what side and that definately added to the suspense of the story.
One of the things I love most about this series is the development of the characters. The supporting characters are just as well developed as the main characters and I feel that lends to a much fuller book. Whether you liked them or not, as a reader you are completely involved with them. I think that is a big part of what pulls me into the author's books. It is definately a character-driven story for me, but in no way were the other parts of the story diminished. The world the author created is easily visualized, which only adds to the fullness of the story. I like that she is able to do that without overloading the reader with descriptive passages, which can take away from the pace of a good story.
All in all, this is a MUST READ!! It is fantastically engaging book that I am positive you, my faithful readers, will absolutely adore as I do!
One of the things I love most about this series is the development of the characters. The supporting characters are just as well developed as the main characters and I feel that lends to a much fuller book. Whether you liked them or not, as a reader you are completely involved with them. I think that is a big part of what pulls me into the author's books. It is definately a character-driven story for me, but in no way were the other parts of the story diminished. The world the author created is easily visualized, which only adds to the fullness of the story. I like that she is able to do that without overloading the reader with descriptive passages, which can take away from the pace of a good story.
All in all, this is a MUST READ!! It is fantastically engaging book that I am positive you, my faithful readers, will absolutely adore as I do!
December 12, 2011
This book picks up right from where it left off and I feel like I could not get enough! Immediately, the reader is thrown into a new city, new people, and a whole new batch of theories coming at you!
What I loved most about this book is once again, the characters. Ms. Jensen characters have this way of keeping their real identity a secret, them BAM! Explode in your face. I loved reading the descriptions and emotions of the characters. Ms. Jensen creates her characters with such secrecy that you don't know who they really are until they choose to reveal themselves. Sometimes a good guy and others times a bad guy. As the reader, I like that., I enjoy the thrill of what the characters is really hiding.
The plot line of course follows Reychel from the first book in fulfilling her destiny. There are more betrayals, more secrets exposed and much more fight. I loved that Reychel really had to make a big declension and decide where she is going to stand. Ms. Jensen's unique take on Reychel and the growth of the character leave the reader happy. The reader sees Reychel struggles but also see's her grow strong in who she is.
The love interest is good, but I was hoping for a little more insight on both the characters. There is still a lot going on the in the main plot line that there really isn't time for their love to grow. Still, I enjoyed the bits and pieces that Ms. Jensen gives to the reader.
The Cloud Prophecy Trilogy is a great book of love and definement. Reychel makes some hard decisions for a future she doesn't know. The ending of the book leaves an wide door of possibilities. I am anxious and excited to see how it is all going to end!
What I loved most about this book is once again, the characters. Ms. Jensen characters have this way of keeping their real identity a secret, them BAM! Explode in your face. I loved reading the descriptions and emotions of the characters. Ms. Jensen creates her characters with such secrecy that you don't know who they really are until they choose to reveal themselves. Sometimes a good guy and others times a bad guy. As the reader, I like that., I enjoy the thrill of what the characters is really hiding.
The plot line of course follows Reychel from the first book in fulfilling her destiny. There are more betrayals, more secrets exposed and much more fight. I loved that Reychel really had to make a big declension and decide where she is going to stand. Ms. Jensen's unique take on Reychel and the growth of the character leave the reader happy. The reader sees Reychel struggles but also see's her grow strong in who she is.
The love interest is good, but I was hoping for a little more insight on both the characters. There is still a lot going on the in the main plot line that there really isn't time for their love to grow. Still, I enjoyed the bits and pieces that Ms. Jensen gives to the reader.
The Cloud Prophecy Trilogy is a great book of love and definement. Reychel makes some hard decisions for a future she doesn't know. The ending of the book leaves an wide door of possibilities. I am anxious and excited to see how it is all going to end!
June 20, 2011
So I really loved Anathema and most of us know that the second book in a series or trilogy usually doesn't even come close to being as good as the first book. Well Oubliette was EVEN BETTER!!!! How Megg does it I have no idea. I was immediately sucked right back into Reychelle's world which was awesome since Anathema ended on a cliffhanger of sorts. Oubliette picks off exactly where Anathema ended there was no skipping ahead and I really appreciated that.
Now that Reychelle has found out her past she now must figure out her future and not as a slave but as a free person. She is portalled to the Southern Kingdom where she meets a whole new set of people and she has to figure out whom to trust again. Life is never easy for Reychelle but it's making her a stronger character in Anathema I found her on the weak side but she is really growing now. There is also for you Mark lovers out there plenty of him plus another hottie (not a triangle lol) Ace whom I absolutely love.
The story progresses nicely and there's some twists and turns I didn't expect about her prophecy it's actually a pretty cool twist and the part with the Oubliette blew my mind! That's all I'm saying. So if you've read Anathema I can't wait for you to read Oubliette and if you're new to the trilogy what are you waiting for go get them now!
Thank you to Megg Jensen for the early review copy and asking me to participate in the blog tour! You are truly awesome my friend!
Now that Reychelle has found out her past she now must figure out her future and not as a slave but as a free person. She is portalled to the Southern Kingdom where she meets a whole new set of people and she has to figure out whom to trust again. Life is never easy for Reychelle but it's making her a stronger character in Anathema I found her on the weak side but she is really growing now. There is also for you Mark lovers out there plenty of him plus another hottie (not a triangle lol) Ace whom I absolutely love.
The story progresses nicely and there's some twists and turns I didn't expect about her prophecy it's actually a pretty cool twist and the part with the Oubliette blew my mind! That's all I'm saying. So if you've read Anathema I can't wait for you to read Oubliette and if you're new to the trilogy what are you waiting for go get them now!
Thank you to Megg Jensen for the early review copy and asking me to participate in the blog tour! You are truly awesome my friend!
June 20, 2011
"Oubliette" is an outstanding sequel to "Anathema." This book begins two weeks after the last novel left off and from the first page the mystery and intrigue begins.
I really enjoy the writing of Megg Jensen and she is quickly becoming one of my favorite writers. Why? Because Megg knows how to capture a reading audience from the very beginning and keep them enthralled to the very end. Additionally, she does not need a lot of verbage or novels to get the job done. She tells her story succinctly without forfeiting plot development, characterization or interest. She is an efficient story telling machine.
In this episode, Reychel, the Cloud Prophet escapes to a new land and meets the daughter of Nemison, the man who is to teach her how to use her gifts. However, Nemison is captured before he can join her. Reychel is unsure who she can trust and who she should fear. She has been betrayed by so many including the man she loves, Mark. So, should she trust Krissin, the daughter of Nemison? She learns more of her gift but struggles to use it to its full potential. Additionally, she is reunited with Mark and must reconcile her emotions with the man. At times it is hard to believe that she is only 16 years old.
I loved the characters and the plot. Each time I thought I knew what was going to happen, I was pleasantly surprised. I cannot wait for the last book in the trilogy although I will miss the series in the end.
I really enjoy the writing of Megg Jensen and she is quickly becoming one of my favorite writers. Why? Because Megg knows how to capture a reading audience from the very beginning and keep them enthralled to the very end. Additionally, she does not need a lot of verbage or novels to get the job done. She tells her story succinctly without forfeiting plot development, characterization or interest. She is an efficient story telling machine.
In this episode, Reychel, the Cloud Prophet escapes to a new land and meets the daughter of Nemison, the man who is to teach her how to use her gifts. However, Nemison is captured before he can join her. Reychel is unsure who she can trust and who she should fear. She has been betrayed by so many including the man she loves, Mark. So, should she trust Krissin, the daughter of Nemison? She learns more of her gift but struggles to use it to its full potential. Additionally, she is reunited with Mark and must reconcile her emotions with the man. At times it is hard to believe that she is only 16 years old.
I loved the characters and the plot. Each time I thought I knew what was going to happen, I was pleasantly surprised. I cannot wait for the last book in the trilogy although I will miss the series in the end.
August 2, 2012
Although this is the second book in a series, the author does fill the reader in on some of the details that happened in the first book. I am pretty sure that if you would choose to read them out of order you will still fully enjoy this part of the story. Although so far book 1 is my favorite, so I highly recommend reading it.
Reychel has been taken into the palace as an honored guest. They have been awaiting a prophecy and believe that she is the one that will deliver it. Although Reychel is still learning how to use and guide her powers to call upon at her will, she is still greatly admired. All of them hope that she is the answer to their prayers and will indeed prophesier what they have all been waiting for.
Once a slave herself, Reychel's new status as pretending to be a noblewoman at the castle is a whole new world for her. She is not only feeling the stress of having a very short time to deliver the prophecy the people have heard from legend that she will deliver. But she is also on he own quest to discover what her visions mean and piece them together for the bigger picture.
My favorite part of these stories are the portals she can travel through. There is magic and the fact that Reychel used to be a slave but has risen to position of prophet is different and fun to read. The books are pretty short and I read them in about a day. I find them very entertaining and different and a lot of fun.
Reychel has been taken into the palace as an honored guest. They have been awaiting a prophecy and believe that she is the one that will deliver it. Although Reychel is still learning how to use and guide her powers to call upon at her will, she is still greatly admired. All of them hope that she is the answer to their prayers and will indeed prophesier what they have all been waiting for.
Once a slave herself, Reychel's new status as pretending to be a noblewoman at the castle is a whole new world for her. She is not only feeling the stress of having a very short time to deliver the prophecy the people have heard from legend that she will deliver. But she is also on he own quest to discover what her visions mean and piece them together for the bigger picture.
My favorite part of these stories are the portals she can travel through. There is magic and the fact that Reychel used to be a slave but has risen to position of prophet is different and fun to read. The books are pretty short and I read them in about a day. I find them very entertaining and different and a lot of fun.
February 6, 2013
Oubliette, the second book in the Cloud Prophet Trilogy had me from the very beginning. It had been a while since I had read the first book but this one picked right up from where Anathema left off.
Reychel is ported to the Southern Kingdom where she meets all new characters. She is no longer a slave but now someone who everyone is looking to as the prophet. Reychel has the gift of prophecy but is not able to control it. She is not sure who she can trust or who to believe. For all you Mark fans, he is in this one throughout the book. There is also another hot guy, Ace but he gets involved with a new character to this trilogy.
I really enjoyed reading this, it was just as good if not better than the first one. Reychel is growing as a character and getting closer with Mark. There is also more world building. I loved learning about how the Southern Kingdom lives. There are some twists and turns and some quite shocking moments. This is one that will keep you guessing, you will not want to put it down. I'm excited to see what is going to happen in the last book. If you haven't read started reading this trilogy I recommend you start. It's a mix of dystopian and fantasy. This e-book was provided to me by the author for review. This did not affect my review in any way.
Reychel is ported to the Southern Kingdom where she meets all new characters. She is no longer a slave but now someone who everyone is looking to as the prophet. Reychel has the gift of prophecy but is not able to control it. She is not sure who she can trust or who to believe. For all you Mark fans, he is in this one throughout the book. There is also another hot guy, Ace but he gets involved with a new character to this trilogy.
I really enjoyed reading this, it was just as good if not better than the first one. Reychel is growing as a character and getting closer with Mark. There is also more world building. I loved learning about how the Southern Kingdom lives. There are some twists and turns and some quite shocking moments. This is one that will keep you guessing, you will not want to put it down. I'm excited to see what is going to happen in the last book. If you haven't read started reading this trilogy I recommend you start. It's a mix of dystopian and fantasy. This e-book was provided to me by the author for review. This did not affect my review in any way.
September 27, 2011
I loved Anathema (the first book in the series) so much that I could not wait to read Oubliette and let me tell you, Oubliette does not disappoint! There is just something about Megg Jensen’s writing that keeps me intrigued until the very end.
Reychel, the Cloud Prophet is transported to a new land where she meets the daughter of Nemison, the man who was supposed to teach her how to use her gifts until he was kidnapped. Reychel has no idea who she could trust since she has been betrayed by so many different people, including the man she loves, Mark. Since no one is teaching her how to use her gift, she has no idea how to properly use it. Without her prophets, she will not be able to help her people. Through the journals of the original Cloud Prophet, the man who long ago prophesized that a girl would come and free their people, Reychel hopes she will learn what she needs to do in order to succeed in her destiny.
There were so many times that I thought I was going to be able to figure what was going to happen, and then BAM, Jensen surprised me with a plot twist! This is only the second book I have read by Jensen, but I can already tell that every story she writes is going to be FANTASTIC and I am looking forward to reading more by her!
Reychel, the Cloud Prophet is transported to a new land where she meets the daughter of Nemison, the man who was supposed to teach her how to use her gifts until he was kidnapped. Reychel has no idea who she could trust since she has been betrayed by so many different people, including the man she loves, Mark. Since no one is teaching her how to use her gift, she has no idea how to properly use it. Without her prophets, she will not be able to help her people. Through the journals of the original Cloud Prophet, the man who long ago prophesized that a girl would come and free their people, Reychel hopes she will learn what she needs to do in order to succeed in her destiny.
There were so many times that I thought I was going to be able to figure what was going to happen, and then BAM, Jensen surprised me with a plot twist! This is only the second book I have read by Jensen, but I can already tell that every story she writes is going to be FANTASTIC and I am looking forward to reading more by her!
July 13, 2011
So Oubliette took me a little longer to read than Anathema. It had nothing to do with the story, I think I was just trying to make it last longer.
Megg's second installment of the Cloud Profit trilogy starts off exactly where the last book ended. The action never ebbs and you become wrapped up in Reychel's world immediately.
There are so many twists and turns in Oubliette that it is hard to keep up. Poor Reychel has no idea who she can depend on and the list of people she can actually trust sometimes changes hourly. There are quite a few new characters and also a few from Anathema and all of them have their share of either secrets or surprises to contend with.
Reychel has to learn how to harness her power and to deal with the power of others. She also has to find out the secrets of the last Cloud Profit in time to reveal her own prophesy. Basically she has her hands full in this book.
I honestly love the world and concept that Megg has created. I can't wait for Severed to be released. If you enjoyed Anathema, you will want to read Oubliette.
Megg's second installment of the Cloud Profit trilogy starts off exactly where the last book ended. The action never ebbs and you become wrapped up in Reychel's world immediately.
There are so many twists and turns in Oubliette that it is hard to keep up. Poor Reychel has no idea who she can depend on and the list of people she can actually trust sometimes changes hourly. There are quite a few new characters and also a few from Anathema and all of them have their share of either secrets or surprises to contend with.
Reychel has to learn how to harness her power and to deal with the power of others. She also has to find out the secrets of the last Cloud Profit in time to reveal her own prophesy. Basically she has her hands full in this book.
I honestly love the world and concept that Megg has created. I can't wait for Severed to be released. If you enjoyed Anathema, you will want to read Oubliette.
October 28, 2011
After reading Anathema, book one of the Cloud Prophet Trilogy, I couldn't wait to pick up Oubliette. I was eager to find out what happened to Reychel. I definitely wasn't disappointed.
Reychel has managed to escape her life of slavery, but she's far from free. She finds herself in yet another unknown place, with people she's not sure she can trust. Everyone is expecting her to be their savior, but she's not even sure she can save herself from the side effects of her visions—if she can actually manage to have any. She is told that her answers lie in the journal of the previous prophet—unfortunately, it's one that's missing. Once again, she's not sure who she can trust, but help arrives in the form of someone she wasn't sure she would see again.
Once again, Megg amazed me with the intricacies of her characters' motivations. The ending left me hopeful, yet fearful. Will Reychel ever learn to control her visions? Will the war that's developing be the doom of all that she knows? I can't wait for Severed, the finale of this trilogy!
Reychel has managed to escape her life of slavery, but she's far from free. She finds herself in yet another unknown place, with people she's not sure she can trust. Everyone is expecting her to be their savior, but she's not even sure she can save herself from the side effects of her visions—if she can actually manage to have any. She is told that her answers lie in the journal of the previous prophet—unfortunately, it's one that's missing. Once again, she's not sure who she can trust, but help arrives in the form of someone she wasn't sure she would see again.
Once again, Megg amazed me with the intricacies of her characters' motivations. The ending left me hopeful, yet fearful. Will Reychel ever learn to control her visions? Will the war that's developing be the doom of all that she knows? I can't wait for Severed, the finale of this trilogy!
February 5, 2014
I did not like this book as much as the first one, Anathema. The characters are what really got me. They were beyond annoying! Reychel was the worst one of all. When the series started she was a innocent, ignorant child, and then all of a sudden she thinks she is this strong woman who knows everything, which she does not. She makes horrible choices, bad mistakes, and is childish. I don't like how the author forced upon us what characters we should like and not like. Example: Ace. First we HATE him, then he is our new best friend and the only reason because they had a teasing match back and forth.
I do not like the relationship between Mark and Reychel at all. It again is forced and unnecessary. I understand the author wanting to tell us they are teenagers and are wishing the war was over so they could act as such, but then they are wanting to be adults. There was not a lot of continuity.
I do not like the relationship between Mark and Reychel at all. It again is forced and unnecessary. I understand the author wanting to tell us they are teenagers and are wishing the war was over so they could act as such, but then they are wanting to be adults. There was not a lot of continuity.
May 12, 2014
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This book follows immediately on from Anathema and you are straight back in the action. Reychel is thrust through a portal which opens up in The Southern Kingdom. This takes her away from everything she knows, or thought she knew, and lands her firmly in the middle of haven't got a clue. They are expecting her however and once more she feels the pressure of being The Prophet when she really doesn't know how to use her gift.
Once again there are plots and subplots which delight as you read. Who can Reychel (and the reader) trust? Nothing is as it seems but there is still a job to be done. What will Reychel and the others do?
This story once again was a wonder to read. It is intricate and yet simple. The storyline is straightforward and yet there is so much to it. In all, this story is a delightful paradox and I am enjoying every moment. I have just purchased Severed which is the third in the trilogy so look out for a review of that one coming soon.
This book follows immediately on from Anathema and you are straight back in the action. Reychel is thrust through a portal which opens up in The Southern Kingdom. This takes her away from everything she knows, or thought she knew, and lands her firmly in the middle of haven't got a clue. They are expecting her however and once more she feels the pressure of being The Prophet when she really doesn't know how to use her gift.
Once again there are plots and subplots which delight as you read. Who can Reychel (and the reader) trust? Nothing is as it seems but there is still a job to be done. What will Reychel and the others do?
This story once again was a wonder to read. It is intricate and yet simple. The storyline is straightforward and yet there is so much to it. In all, this story is a delightful paradox and I am enjoying every moment. I have just purchased Severed which is the third in the trilogy so look out for a review of that one coming soon.
July 7, 2015
I have enjoyed the story, but in some ways the book has fallen short of the mark. I agree with much of what DelSheree said in the review of the first book of the series -- there were some glaring inconsistencies in dialogue (though I thought this aspect was better than in the first book) and in characters' statements (the one that stood out most to me being the "year" Reychel was gone, though it seemed it had only been a few months). I can't recall the title of this book ever coming to light . . .
I will read the third book - I am curious to see how R's "vision" at the end of the book turns out, though since every prophecy seems to have been true (including those she made for Kandek, though that is never acknowledged by anyone in the story), I have little doubt it is part of the plot line.
I think this author has a lot of potential. I love her imagination, and her writing is good and relatively engaging. I hope that she takes these reviews not as criticisms, but as advice born from objective observations; I'm looking forward to checking back in on her in the future!
I will read the third book - I am curious to see how R's "vision" at the end of the book turns out, though since every prophecy seems to have been true (including those she made for Kandek, though that is never acknowledged by anyone in the story), I have little doubt it is part of the plot line.
I think this author has a lot of potential. I love her imagination, and her writing is good and relatively engaging. I hope that she takes these reviews not as criticisms, but as advice born from objective observations; I'm looking forward to checking back in on her in the future!
July 6, 2012
This book was over way too fast! Loved every moment of it, though :).
Reychel is doing her best, yet still feels like a slave - trying to please everyone else, without being able to actually decide anything on her own. She has been thrust in to an unknown - the palace, the people, all of it unfamiliar. She does an outstanding job of sticking to her guns. The book, as with the one before, is well written; you really feel connected to Reychel. Through all the turmoil, doubt, confusion, etc you feel the ups and downs as she does. For the most part I would say this book is a definite "middle" book...things start off very slowly and no matter how far characters think they're getting, it really doesn't help their current problems. Then, BAM, the last 15% of the book is constant action, leaving you excitedly wanting to read all about what happens next.
Contains magic, mystery, betrayals, and most importantly budding romance! Super glad I bought this; can't wait to read the next one!
Reychel is doing her best, yet still feels like a slave - trying to please everyone else, without being able to actually decide anything on her own. She has been thrust in to an unknown - the palace, the people, all of it unfamiliar. She does an outstanding job of sticking to her guns. The book, as with the one before, is well written; you really feel connected to Reychel. Through all the turmoil, doubt, confusion, etc you feel the ups and downs as she does. For the most part I would say this book is a definite "middle" book...things start off very slowly and no matter how far characters think they're getting, it really doesn't help their current problems. Then, BAM, the last 15% of the book is constant action, leaving you excitedly wanting to read all about what happens next.
Contains magic, mystery, betrayals, and most importantly budding romance! Super glad I bought this; can't wait to read the next one!
July 1, 2012
I really enjoyed this installment in the series. Again, it was short, like the first one, but the author really did a great job putting in a lot of twists and turns. She writes enough in that I really don't know what to expect going into the third book.
The only thing that annoyed me about the story was how the dual couple thing evolved - with Reychel and Mark, and Krissen and Ace. It felt kind of contrived to me, and kind of high schoolish. It really smacked of that 'oh everyone has a boyfriend and it's so cool!' kind of mentality, and it irritated me every time the four of them were interacting with each other. I think if they had to tell each other to keep their hands to themselves one more time, I might have gagged.
But, despite that, I'm looking forward to the end of the series and to see what happens with Reychel!
The only thing that annoyed me about the story was how the dual couple thing evolved - with Reychel and Mark, and Krissen and Ace. It felt kind of contrived to me, and kind of high schoolish. It really smacked of that 'oh everyone has a boyfriend and it's so cool!' kind of mentality, and it irritated me every time the four of them were interacting with each other. I think if they had to tell each other to keep their hands to themselves one more time, I might have gagged.
But, despite that, I'm looking forward to the end of the series and to see what happens with Reychel!
July 7, 2012
The second book in the Cloud Prophecy series, “Oubliette” was a good read. It picks up right where the first book left off, and the reader gets to meet a whole array of new and fascinating characters. A slow-moving, yet interesting storyline with unpredictable twists, keeps the reader riveted; and the open ending leaves as much as necessary to be continued in the third and final installment of the series.
My only complaints are that “Oubliette” didn’t have that same “oomph” as what the first book, “Anathema” had for me; and I couldn’t feel the chemistry or connection between the characters who are portrayed as being lovers.
On the whole, Megg Jensen’s unsophisticated writing style makes “Oubliette” an effortless and relaxing read. Recommended for readers aged twenty and under.
My only complaints are that “Oubliette” didn’t have that same “oomph” as what the first book, “Anathema” had for me; and I couldn’t feel the chemistry or connection between the characters who are portrayed as being lovers.
On the whole, Megg Jensen’s unsophisticated writing style makes “Oubliette” an effortless and relaxing read. Recommended for readers aged twenty and under.
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