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Significance #3
Defiance
In the third installment of the Significance series, we begin with Maggie and Caleb in the clutches of a new enemy; the Virtuoso council. Not only do they have to deal with the consequences of taking the lives of the Watsons and the council attempting to take Maggie away to keep their precious Visionary safe, but they must deal with Marla as well. All are determined to undermine, control and use Caleb and Maggie's rare gifts for their own uses, some wish to destroy them entirely. Then Maggie's father and Bish are threatened but the council forbids the presense of humans. Peter and the family fight and stand beside them every step of the way to save Maggie's father, to keep Caleb and Maggie together when the corrupted council is so set on keeping them apart and to stop Marla and whatever she has up her sleeve. Then Maggie has the shock of her life when she discovers something about her real father. It may change everything for everyone. Stay tuned as the story continues.
348 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2011
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Shelly Crane
37 books5,819 followersShelly is a NEW YORK TIMES & USA TODAY bestselling author from a small town and loves everything about the south. She hoards paperbacks, devours sweet tea, searches year-round for candy corn, loves to site-see in the new areas they travel to with her husband's job, and adores reading but doesn’t have much time to these days with all the characters filling her head begging to come out.
Her own books happen by accident and she revels in the writing and imagination process. She doesn't go anywhere without her notepad for fear of an idea creeping up and not being able to write it down immediately, even in the middle of the night, where her best ideas are born.
Her own books happen by accident and she revels in the writing and imagination process. She doesn't go anywhere without her notepad for fear of an idea creeping up and not being able to write it down immediately, even in the middle of the night, where her best ideas are born.
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September 24, 2011I'm dying for you to read this!! Dying!! I can't wait and will be on pins and needles until this book is released and in your hands. The series will take a more broad and serious approach. I hope you all enjoy the twist and turns in this book as well as the LOTS of new things that will show up. Maggie won't get a break in this book I'm afraid but she will fight like always. Caleb and Maggie both will grow to become exactly what they were meant to be. Hopefully, you will love them all the more for it. As Kyle said in Accordance. "Destiny is a meddlesome wench, isn't she?" OOhhh..... :)
The release date of the book may change as the times gets closer. I'll update if it does.
Best Wishes and Happy Endings,
Shelly Crane
The release date of the book may change as the times gets closer. I'll update if it does.
Best Wishes and Happy Endings,
Shelly Crane
March 13, 2012
Excuse me, but TODAY is the 13th, when Goodreads told me the book was SUPPOSED to come out. But no, it came out early and I was like HOLY CRAP!!
So I bought it really quickly yesterday, and JUST finished it.
And at first I was really scared because I thought this was the last book and nothing really got wrapped up for Caleb and Maggie. But don't worry it's not. We still get more of hot Caleb.
I'm just wondering though...DOES ANYONE KNOW WHEN THE LAST BOOK COMES OUT????????
So I bought it really quickly yesterday, and JUST finished it.
And at first I was really scared because I thought this was the last book and nothing really got wrapped up for Caleb and Maggie. But don't worry it's not. We still get more of hot Caleb.
I'm just wondering though...DOES ANYONE KNOW WHEN THE LAST BOOK COMES OUT????????
March 14, 2020
hmmm, I'm still continuing to enjoy this series however there were certain parts of this book that kinda pissed me off... I hated it when the author starts to make the heroine weak and naive after they have built them up in the previous book to then tear them down again.. ugh, like a serious turn off for me... but whatever off to book 4!
Overall rating:
3* ~ I like It!
Overall rating:
3* ~ I like It!
December 30, 2012
Sometimes you hear people say that a book starts or ends with a "bang". Well, that doesn't really work for this book because it may as well be one big "bang"! At first I was like, "I wonder if I'll get bored with them in his castle for the whole book..." because I'm a reader that likes different and diverse settings. If their world seems too...closed off, I guess if the word I'm looking for, it can leave me a little bored because I feel like you learn pretty quick what to expect in their world and then the twists are a little predictable.
But I shouldn't have doubted Mrs. Crane! She drew me in right away and boy was I in for a ride!
There's not a whole lot I can say without giving away things to people who have yet to read this awesome series (if that is you, go buy them all like right now!).
But I can say that Maggie and Caleb were as awesome as ever, Rodney made me cry, the Watsons got what was coming to them, and I need Independence now! Awesome awesome awesome! Five hundred stars!!
But I shouldn't have doubted Mrs. Crane! She drew me in right away and boy was I in for a ride!
There's not a whole lot I can say without giving away things to people who have yet to read this awesome series (if that is you, go buy them all like right now!).
But I can say that Maggie and Caleb were as awesome as ever, Rodney made me cry, the Watsons got what was coming to them, and I need Independence now! Awesome awesome awesome! Five hundred stars!!
March 11, 2012
First and foremost I would just like to say thank you to Shelly. She dedicated this book to Gloria, Jennifer and me and seeing that meant the world to me. Sometimes you wonder if what you do in life is seen or heard. And after reading the dedication, not knowing I was even mentioned until I read it, I was blown away. It feels good to feel appreciated. So I would like to say thank you for giving me a chance to read your work and thank you for being such an awesome author and friend.
I am not going to go into the whole summary of the book, you can read that above. Just know that Maggie is done with the council and their old laws; she is ready for some thing’s to change. Maggie is stepping into her role as Visionary and is gonna kick some rear and take some names. Oh yeah, Maggie is one kick bootie character in Defiance and it suits her.
I pretty much fumed my way through most of the story, not at the actual book or Shelly's writing, but at one particular character...Donald. Boy that dude really irked me! He was a complete jerk throughout the whole story. I think I mentally screamed at him and the council 95% of the book. Hey every story has to have a bad guy right? Well Donald nailed it in this one.
The whole council was a complete joke, kind of like a bad dream you can’t wake up from. You are trying to show people reason and no one wants the listen. If I was Maggie I would have gone insane. I would have liked to B-slap the snot out of a few people too… like Marla, Marcus, and Donald. Oh how the list could go on. But in all honesty, these characters made the story what it is. When you read a book you want turmoil and tension. Without those things a book would suck.
And then there is sweet Caleb, darling as ever. Two words...boxer frickin briefs. Ok so sue me that was 3 words. But holy smokes, Shelly is the Queen of Romance. This lady could probably make mustard sound romantic. Out of all her series, not one scene resembles another. She keeps it all fresh and different. I wish I could describe her latest story in one word but alas it is not possible. Maybe phenomenal? Or remarkable? Fabulous? Yeah all those things and much more!
Shelly you have done it again. Thank you for another brilliant, intense read that consumed me. I love the worlds you create and I need more. Now!
I am not going to go into the whole summary of the book, you can read that above. Just know that Maggie is done with the council and their old laws; she is ready for some thing’s to change. Maggie is stepping into her role as Visionary and is gonna kick some rear and take some names. Oh yeah, Maggie is one kick bootie character in Defiance and it suits her.
I pretty much fumed my way through most of the story, not at the actual book or Shelly's writing, but at one particular character...Donald. Boy that dude really irked me! He was a complete jerk throughout the whole story. I think I mentally screamed at him and the council 95% of the book. Hey every story has to have a bad guy right? Well Donald nailed it in this one.
The whole council was a complete joke, kind of like a bad dream you can’t wake up from. You are trying to show people reason and no one wants the listen. If I was Maggie I would have gone insane. I would have liked to B-slap the snot out of a few people too… like Marla, Marcus, and Donald. Oh how the list could go on. But in all honesty, these characters made the story what it is. When you read a book you want turmoil and tension. Without those things a book would suck.
And then there is sweet Caleb, darling as ever. Two words...boxer frickin briefs. Ok so sue me that was 3 words. But holy smokes, Shelly is the Queen of Romance. This lady could probably make mustard sound romantic. Out of all her series, not one scene resembles another. She keeps it all fresh and different. I wish I could describe her latest story in one word but alas it is not possible. Maybe phenomenal? Or remarkable? Fabulous? Yeah all those things and much more!
Shelly you have done it again. Thank you for another brilliant, intense read that consumed me. I love the worlds you create and I need more. Now!
April 29, 2013
The first book in the series I actually enjoyed. It was cute and interesting and stuff, so I read the second book and it wasn't as good. Kind of boring, kind of tiring, but it wasn't horrible. So I read the third book, Defiance.
And what the fuck?
No. I mean,
What.
The.
Fuck.
The entire book takes place in one palace or castle or mansion or whatever. And that's fine, I guess. Maggie turns out to be some kind of chosen one though nothing she does seems that remarkable and even her big "vision" about change isn't really fleshed out enough to seem noteworthy. But I guess I can deal with that.
But everything else is just... I can't even find the words.
Unrealistic? No, fantasy is always unrealistic so that cannot be the problem.
Boring? No, not totally. Though I did have to skim through all the parts about Sikes' wife. Like who really gives a crap, honestly.
Silly? Some of the best books ever written can be described as silly. (Example, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain, The World According to Garp by John Irving, even Hamlet has some pretty silly characters). So there is nothing wrong with silly.
Let me put it this way, I felt like I was Alice trapped in Wonderland and nothing made sense but no one other than me seemed to notice. The only problem is that Lewis Carroll intended for Alice in Wonderland to be a book about nonsense. I'm positive Shelly Crane wasn't going for that.
First of all, these "laws" or "traditions" that all the Aces seem to abide by, they are lost on me. Like let's just pretend your readers don't have any kind of logic or reasoning skills and try to make them accept that Caleb's punishment for killing someone is one day in a dungeon. And other murders of humans go completely unpunished. Not to mention that the Council made a big production of throwing Caleb in jail but when Maggie jailbreaks Caleb, no one really seems to care. Oh well! All's well that ends well! Even in Shelly Crane's made up universe, it doesn't add up. My mind cannot accept it. I tried to overlook the nonsensical jumble of the Queen of Hearts, ahem, I mean the Council. But I couldn't.
I also don't get the point of all these games and dancing and shit. Seriously. Seriously? People are trying to kill each other and everyone just stops to play a game or two. I don't get it.
Then there is Maggie, who is supposed to be so powerful and so feared, but she just goes a long with everything. For instance, Sikes' wife explains she has to take Maggie's blood (because she's bound to Marla or something ridiculous) so Marla and Donald can all drink it or inject it or smoke it or whatever they do. I think Maggie could overpower this little woman. Even if she couldn't it would be pretty easy to show the Council what the Watson's are up to with this blood business. But, no. Maggie just gives the woman her blood and says, "Okay, I understand." Puh-lease.
Speaking of the Watsons and their maniacally evil plans that really don't even seem like clever plans, why are the Jacobsons the only ones who can see that they're up to no good? It's so blatantly obvious. Maybe the Council should stop being so dense. I mean, no person is that stupid. I especially don't believe that the so-called leaders can be that incredibly stupid.
I get that every story has to have a villain, but enough with the Watsons already. They are evil, in the arch-villain of Batman kind of way. They have absolutely no redeeming qualities, NONE. Even Darth Vader has more humanity than the Watsons. Like he at least experienced love and loss before he became evil. The Watsons, however, are just evil for the sake of being evil. It doesn't make for a very believable villain. Am I supposed to believe that these people who are mostly human, who live in the human world, and go to human schools, are totally and completely controlled by hate? No, it doesn't make sense. I want to compare them to another villain in fiction and I can't, except maybe in old superhero comics. And those villains are mostly comical. I'm trying to think of the most sadistic, murderous villain in all of literature. Like maybe Sauron. But his evilness was at least explained. Maybe not justified, but explained in a way that was realistic in the context of Middle Earth. I mean he was drunk with power because he had immortality and a ring to rule all the races of his world. That can make anyone go insane, right? The Watsons don't even have any power. They are just evil for no reason at all.
Okay so maybe the Watsons were cut from the same cloth as the Joker but at least the Joker came up with these brilliant mastermind plans. I can respect a villain like that. But come on Shelly Crane, think this through a little more. The Watsons' "brilliant" plan is to take Maggie's blood and "do research" on it. WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN? Then, after Maggie barely hints at rebelliousness by dancing with Caleb instead of her escort, the Watsons resort to some scheme that involves chaining Maggie to a pole on the roof and making some useless threats. As if all those people down in the palace won't notice that she's gone. How was that plan supposed to end? They just walk back downstairs...Caleb is all beat up and everyone is just going to be okay with that? Yeah, I don't think so.
There is just one more thing that bothered me enough that I can't really let it go. Maggie's Dad imprints on an Ace there. Okay. No. No, I can't even come up with a logical explanation in the context of this story where that would make sense. Maggie just so happens to imprint on Caleb. That's coincidental enough. Then her brother imprints on the SIBLING of Maggie's significant. And this brother is adopted, not even related to Maggie. Finally, her DAD. Her freaking 40+ year old DAD, imprints. The dad, I might add, is also not biologically related to Maggie. So why are these people imprinting then? I can think of only one reason: A quick fix because Shelly Crane didn't know what else to do with these characters. My advice, don't write yourself into a hole so you don't have to quick-fix yourself out of it.
Also my advice, don't read this book. It will drive you crazy. And not in the good way.
And what the fuck?
No. I mean,
What.
The.
Fuck.
The entire book takes place in one palace or castle or mansion or whatever. And that's fine, I guess. Maggie turns out to be some kind of chosen one though nothing she does seems that remarkable and even her big "vision" about change isn't really fleshed out enough to seem noteworthy. But I guess I can deal with that.
But everything else is just... I can't even find the words.
Unrealistic? No, fantasy is always unrealistic so that cannot be the problem.
Boring? No, not totally. Though I did have to skim through all the parts about Sikes' wife. Like who really gives a crap, honestly.
Silly? Some of the best books ever written can be described as silly. (Example, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain, The World According to Garp by John Irving, even Hamlet has some pretty silly characters). So there is nothing wrong with silly.
Let me put it this way, I felt like I was Alice trapped in Wonderland and nothing made sense but no one other than me seemed to notice. The only problem is that Lewis Carroll intended for Alice in Wonderland to be a book about nonsense. I'm positive Shelly Crane wasn't going for that.
First of all, these "laws" or "traditions" that all the Aces seem to abide by, they are lost on me. Like let's just pretend your readers don't have any kind of logic or reasoning skills and try to make them accept that Caleb's punishment for killing someone is one day in a dungeon. And other murders of humans go completely unpunished. Not to mention that the Council made a big production of throwing Caleb in jail but when Maggie jailbreaks Caleb, no one really seems to care. Oh well! All's well that ends well! Even in Shelly Crane's made up universe, it doesn't add up. My mind cannot accept it. I tried to overlook the nonsensical jumble of the Queen of Hearts, ahem, I mean the Council. But I couldn't.
I also don't get the point of all these games and dancing and shit. Seriously. Seriously? People are trying to kill each other and everyone just stops to play a game or two. I don't get it.
Then there is Maggie, who is supposed to be so powerful and so feared, but she just goes a long with everything. For instance, Sikes' wife explains she has to take Maggie's blood (because she's bound to Marla or something ridiculous) so Marla and Donald can all drink it or inject it or smoke it or whatever they do. I think Maggie could overpower this little woman. Even if she couldn't it would be pretty easy to show the Council what the Watson's are up to with this blood business. But, no. Maggie just gives the woman her blood and says, "Okay, I understand." Puh-lease.
Speaking of the Watsons and their maniacally evil plans that really don't even seem like clever plans, why are the Jacobsons the only ones who can see that they're up to no good? It's so blatantly obvious. Maybe the Council should stop being so dense. I mean, no person is that stupid. I especially don't believe that the so-called leaders can be that incredibly stupid.
I get that every story has to have a villain, but enough with the Watsons already. They are evil, in the arch-villain of Batman kind of way. They have absolutely no redeeming qualities, NONE. Even Darth Vader has more humanity than the Watsons. Like he at least experienced love and loss before he became evil. The Watsons, however, are just evil for the sake of being evil. It doesn't make for a very believable villain. Am I supposed to believe that these people who are mostly human, who live in the human world, and go to human schools, are totally and completely controlled by hate? No, it doesn't make sense. I want to compare them to another villain in fiction and I can't, except maybe in old superhero comics. And those villains are mostly comical. I'm trying to think of the most sadistic, murderous villain in all of literature. Like maybe Sauron. But his evilness was at least explained. Maybe not justified, but explained in a way that was realistic in the context of Middle Earth. I mean he was drunk with power because he had immortality and a ring to rule all the races of his world. That can make anyone go insane, right? The Watsons don't even have any power. They are just evil for no reason at all.
Okay so maybe the Watsons were cut from the same cloth as the Joker but at least the Joker came up with these brilliant mastermind plans. I can respect a villain like that. But come on Shelly Crane, think this through a little more. The Watsons' "brilliant" plan is to take Maggie's blood and "do research" on it. WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN? Then, after Maggie barely hints at rebelliousness by dancing with Caleb instead of her escort, the Watsons resort to some scheme that involves chaining Maggie to a pole on the roof and making some useless threats. As if all those people down in the palace won't notice that she's gone. How was that plan supposed to end? They just walk back downstairs...Caleb is all beat up and everyone is just going to be okay with that? Yeah, I don't think so.
There is just one more thing that bothered me enough that I can't really let it go. Maggie's Dad imprints on an Ace there. Okay. No. No, I can't even come up with a logical explanation in the context of this story where that would make sense. Maggie just so happens to imprint on Caleb. That's coincidental enough. Then her brother imprints on the SIBLING of Maggie's significant. And this brother is adopted, not even related to Maggie. Finally, her DAD. Her freaking 40+ year old DAD, imprints. The dad, I might add, is also not biologically related to Maggie. So why are these people imprinting then? I can think of only one reason: A quick fix because Shelly Crane didn't know what else to do with these characters. My advice, don't write yourself into a hole so you don't have to quick-fix yourself out of it.
Also my advice, don't read this book. It will drive you crazy. And not in the good way.
March 18, 2012
Summary:
Maggie and Caleb are in London to meet with the Virtuoso Council. The council is determined to keep them apart while there, but they manage to work around that obstacle. Maggie is trying to adjust to her new role, but those Watson's just don't want to leave her alone. When Maggie's father and Bish are threatened, all bets are off. Maggie's had enough and Caleb's family is there to back her up. Emotions are high, drama continues, wrongs are made right, big surprises are revealed, and of course love endures all!
My Take:
I feel like a total *fan girl* when I write Shelly reviews. I get all gushy and fluttery in my belly, because that is just how good she is! I can not tell you how excited I was about Defiance's release! I LOVE LOVE LOVE this series! Defiance exceeded my expectations and I feel that this is the best book in the series so far, which says a lot, because I've loved them all!
I love Maggie and Caleb's relationship. It makes me happy when they are happy! There are some SERIOUS *swoon* moments in this book! ....Boxer Briefs...need I say more??? Caleb really is the ultimate guy. *sigh* I think I could read about Caleb all day long people. Seriously. Maggie and Caleb always find a way to work together and I love that they pull strength from each other.
I felt that there was solid plot development and I loved the secrets that are revealed and the direction some of the supporting cast is taking. I definitely wanted to do a smack down on Donald and Marla, who are the villains of the story. Evil, evil. I started to like Kyle more in Accordance and am happy where is character is at now. I loved seeing Bish and Jenn again and have my fingers crossed that they can find a happily ever after. I don't doubt that Shelly will find a way. She's the queen of happily ever after! Love it!!!
I absolutely can't wait for Independence, which will be the final book in the series! It will be bittersweet, but I can't wait to see what happens and am anxiously waiting for the red dress! For those of you who haven't read this series, please go check it out. It's beautifully written and I guarantee you will fall in love with the characters. Thank you Shelly for giving me the opportunity to be a part of Caleb and Maggie's world.
http://www.autumnreview.com/2012/03/d...
Maggie and Caleb are in London to meet with the Virtuoso Council. The council is determined to keep them apart while there, but they manage to work around that obstacle. Maggie is trying to adjust to her new role, but those Watson's just don't want to leave her alone. When Maggie's father and Bish are threatened, all bets are off. Maggie's had enough and Caleb's family is there to back her up. Emotions are high, drama continues, wrongs are made right, big surprises are revealed, and of course love endures all!
My Take:
I feel like a total *fan girl* when I write Shelly reviews. I get all gushy and fluttery in my belly, because that is just how good she is! I can not tell you how excited I was about Defiance's release! I LOVE LOVE LOVE this series! Defiance exceeded my expectations and I feel that this is the best book in the series so far, which says a lot, because I've loved them all!
I love Maggie and Caleb's relationship. It makes me happy when they are happy! There are some SERIOUS *swoon* moments in this book! ....Boxer Briefs...need I say more??? Caleb really is the ultimate guy. *sigh* I think I could read about Caleb all day long people. Seriously. Maggie and Caleb always find a way to work together and I love that they pull strength from each other.
I felt that there was solid plot development and I loved the secrets that are revealed and the direction some of the supporting cast is taking. I definitely wanted to do a smack down on Donald and Marla, who are the villains of the story. Evil, evil. I started to like Kyle more in Accordance and am happy where is character is at now. I loved seeing Bish and Jenn again and have my fingers crossed that they can find a happily ever after. I don't doubt that Shelly will find a way. She's the queen of happily ever after! Love it!!!
I absolutely can't wait for Independence, which will be the final book in the series! It will be bittersweet, but I can't wait to see what happens and am anxiously waiting for the red dress! For those of you who haven't read this series, please go check it out. It's beautifully written and I guarantee you will fall in love with the characters. Thank you Shelly for giving me the opportunity to be a part of Caleb and Maggie's world.
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March 13, 2012
Finally, the Reunification is here- but yet, Maggie has a new enemy. Again. This goes much further than it has before- and it only gets worse. Maggie and Caleb are being thrown apart- and the council demands it. While Caleb is locked in a cell, Maggie is forced to meet the demands of her new government.
The council wants her to stay. The worst part, she would be alone. Untrusted and kept in the dark, and Maggie really doesn't have a choice. At least, unless she is willing to defy- and recreate this world that is now her own.
My Thoughts: Goodness, it was so good. As usual. I was fortunate enough to receive an early copy of the book, and boy- it was awesome. I pretty much acted like I was meeting a celebrity! Overall, the story flows nicely from the second book to the third, and the characters stay just as lovely (and the plot gets really interesting). I was stuck to the book, and there were a few times I was shocked by the twist of events. I recommend this book high and low, so get reading!
The council wants her to stay. The worst part, she would be alone. Untrusted and kept in the dark, and Maggie really doesn't have a choice. At least, unless she is willing to defy- and recreate this world that is now her own.
My Thoughts: Goodness, it was so good. As usual. I was fortunate enough to receive an early copy of the book, and boy- it was awesome. I pretty much acted like I was meeting a celebrity! Overall, the story flows nicely from the second book to the third, and the characters stay just as lovely (and the plot gets really interesting). I was stuck to the book, and there were a few times I was shocked by the twist of events. I recommend this book high and low, so get reading!
March 13, 2012
WOW
I devored Defiance in about 3 hours flat. My excitment for this book was seriously borderline stalker-ish, I had a reminder on my G-mail calender, Hotmail calendar, even my work calendar (I said stalker-ish). I've probably read  and  about 4 times since I bought the first book back at the end of December last year, and Significance instantly became my favorite book of 2011. After reading Defiance I know without a doubt that the Significance series is my new all time favorite series. Ms. Crane has one hell of a way to turn words into a tangible love that jumps from the page past your eyes into your head through your heart and out past your soul (too much?) but it wasn't just the love going on it was the action. I'm always up for a good fight and the drama and conflict never stopped but at the same time it definitely fit in the story without feeling rushed or forced. I was seriously thrown by Maggie's "real dad" and her "sperm donor" dad. I don't want to go into detail but OMG WTF is up with the crazy imprinting?!! Not that I'm complaining, it made me grin like a person wearing a jacket that makes me hug myself. I will say that while I admire Maggie and Caleb's ability to take the high road, I personally have an especially sweet tooth for revenge and would have loved to see Marcus go the way of Marla. All in all it was a phenomenal read with amazing characters awesome plot turns and a ridiculously low price of 3.99 at B&N. I was practically crawling out of my skin waiting for this book and I might just have to invest in one of those special jackets to survive till the next book.
I devored Defiance in about 3 hours flat. My excitment for this book was seriously borderline stalker-ish, I had a reminder on my G-mail calender, Hotmail calendar, even my work calendar (I said stalker-ish). I've probably read  and  about 4 times since I bought the first book back at the end of December last year, and Significance instantly became my favorite book of 2011. After reading Defiance I know without a doubt that the Significance series is my new all time favorite series. Ms. Crane has one hell of a way to turn words into a tangible love that jumps from the page past your eyes into your head through your heart and out past your soul (too much?) but it wasn't just the love going on it was the action. I'm always up for a good fight and the drama and conflict never stopped but at the same time it definitely fit in the story without feeling rushed or forced. I was seriously thrown by Maggie's "real dad" and her "sperm donor" dad. I don't want to go into detail but OMG WTF is up with the crazy imprinting?!! Not that I'm complaining, it made me grin like a person wearing a jacket that makes me hug myself. I will say that while I admire Maggie and Caleb's ability to take the high road, I personally have an especially sweet tooth for revenge and would have loved to see Marcus go the way of Marla. All in all it was a phenomenal read with amazing characters awesome plot turns and a ridiculously low price of 3.99 at B&N. I was practically crawling out of my skin waiting for this book and I might just have to invest in one of those special jackets to survive till the next book.
March 23, 2012
To say I love Shelly Crane is the understatement of the millenium.
When I finished Accordance, I thought I would die before Defiance came out. Good thing I didn't because I would have missed another fabulous installment of the Significance series.
Defiance provided me with what I consider necessary for a great read-page turning excitement, humor, anger and sensuality. It was full of excitement and danger lurking around every corner with The Watsons around. I got a lot of my humor from the dialogue between Caleb and Maggie, but it was Caleb that had me cackling when he told Paulo, "Yeah, we might get crapped on by a pigeon," when Paulo was warning him about the dangers of being on the roof with the Visonary. I'm still LMAO over that one. This one seem to really spark some anger issues in me with Marla, Marcus and Donald. I found myself wanting them to get it good. I won't go there because I hate spoilers. And lastly...Sensuality. Aaaah! That's all I'm going to say about that for fear of sounding like a perv.
It's another perfect installment to The Significance Series. Do I have to say I can't wait for Independence? I think that's a given.
Buy some adult diapers and get to writing, Shelly Crane! No potty breaks for you!
When I finished Accordance, I thought I would die before Defiance came out. Good thing I didn't because I would have missed another fabulous installment of the Significance series.
Defiance provided me with what I consider necessary for a great read-page turning excitement, humor, anger and sensuality. It was full of excitement and danger lurking around every corner with The Watsons around. I got a lot of my humor from the dialogue between Caleb and Maggie, but it was Caleb that had me cackling when he told Paulo, "Yeah, we might get crapped on by a pigeon," when Paulo was warning him about the dangers of being on the roof with the Visonary. I'm still LMAO over that one. This one seem to really spark some anger issues in me with Marla, Marcus and Donald. I found myself wanting them to get it good. I won't go there because I hate spoilers. And lastly...Sensuality. Aaaah! That's all I'm going to say about that for fear of sounding like a perv.
It's another perfect installment to The Significance Series. Do I have to say I can't wait for Independence? I think that's a given.
Buy some adult diapers and get to writing, Shelly Crane! No potty breaks for you!
March 12, 2012
So...OMG!!!!! I was so ready for this book and once I started reading, I didn't put it down until I was finished! (I'm a horrible mother, the kids were in bed at 8 p.m.!) I especially enjoyed seeing the growth that Maggie experiences in this book. She grows into a very strong woman and really does learn to handle everything that's thrown her way. Her relationship with Caleb and the rest of the family is dynamic.
It's been so long since I've read a book and been totally invested in the characters. I laughed, cried, got mad...I was on an emotional roller coaster. My Kindle was probably so glad when I finished reading this book. Seriously, between the death grip I had on my Kindle when I was ready to smack a character to the water damage I inflicted with my tears--it's a wonder it survived. (Oh, and be ready to cry...get the tissues ready now!)
If you have read the first two and loved them...be ready to be awed again by such a great story. I can't wait to read the conclusion to this series...now the wait begins, but I'm sure the wait will be worth it!
Great job Shelly, you are amazing!
It's been so long since I've read a book and been totally invested in the characters. I laughed, cried, got mad...I was on an emotional roller coaster. My Kindle was probably so glad when I finished reading this book. Seriously, between the death grip I had on my Kindle when I was ready to smack a character to the water damage I inflicted with my tears--it's a wonder it survived. (Oh, and be ready to cry...get the tissues ready now!)
If you have read the first two and loved them...be ready to be awed again by such a great story. I can't wait to read the conclusion to this series...now the wait begins, but I'm sure the wait will be worth it!
Great job Shelly, you are amazing!
April 14, 2015
Audiobook
Narration - Cris Dukehart - OK
2 Stars...It was OK. But OMG the Scooby Dooooo in this book is off the charts. Such over the top, attempting to be sinister, lamely evil characters and the unbelievably stupid way in which the evil ones are 'handled'. Ugh. I just spent too much time shaking my head and thinking...uhm...why doesn't she just do this...or that? There was just too much danger or drama that wasn't realistic given the powers that Maggie, Caleb and the family possess.
I guess I'm in the minority, and while I like the concept of the story, it just could have been done so much better without being written in such a juvenile fashion. Not sure if I'll continue this series or not.
Narration - Cris Dukehart - OK
2 Stars...It was OK. But OMG the Scooby Dooooo in this book is off the charts. Such over the top, attempting to be sinister, lamely evil characters and the unbelievably stupid way in which the evil ones are 'handled'. Ugh. I just spent too much time shaking my head and thinking...uhm...why doesn't she just do this...or that? There was just too much danger or drama that wasn't realistic given the powers that Maggie, Caleb and the family possess.
I guess I'm in the minority, and while I like the concept of the story, it just could have been done so much better without being written in such a juvenile fashion. Not sure if I'll continue this series or not.
July 18, 2020
The story line wasn't feasible or believable at all. She's the Visionary, and yet basically has no power to use her powers to help her people? It went on far too long. SO many things didn't add up, like the Watson's stealing her blood, and she knew Ruth needed it for that one test and Maggie agreed knowing what they will do with it - why not use your powers and decline or give them fake blood or someone elses? Why hand over your power? She was so weak as she was strong, it didn't make sense.
They put Caleb in a temporary jail cell because he killed someone to protect her but she could have shown everyone her vision and shown them that the Watson's killed a bunch of others, why not do that? It's like the author made her look weak on purpose.
Andddd they are still on first base, like come the eff on!
Even in Twilight, Edward got lucky by now!
They put Caleb in a temporary jail cell because he killed someone to protect her but she could have shown everyone her vision and shown them that the Watson's killed a bunch of others, why not do that? It's like the author made her look weak on purpose.
Andddd they are still on first base, like come the eff on!
Even in Twilight, Edward got lucky by now!
March 9, 2012
Shelly Crane is a LITERARY GENIUS! I finished Defiance about an hour ago and I had to sit here at my desk and take a moment to gather my thoughts. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE LOVE LOVE this series and where it is heading. There are so many twists and turns for Maggie and Caleb that you never know what is going to happen to them.
Shelly is a brilliant writer as she draws you in as a reader but you feel like one of the characters in her book. I was so THRILLED when I received this ARC because I have been dying to find out what the Watson clan had in store for Maggie and Caleb. I started readuing it right away and could not put it down. There are some new characters that have been added to the series and they are great. They blend in with the rest of the characters and there are a few old characters that get a makeover and have a bigger role to fill.
Defiance starts off where Accordance left off. Maggie is the Visionary and the Jacobson clan could not be any happier. Their son Caleb has imprinted and everything seems to be working out just fine except the Watson clan hates them and they want to destroy the Jacobson clan. They continue to try and harm Maggie but Caleb is there for her and saves her more times then he care to think about.
The worst part that is coming is that Maggie and Caleb and all the clans have to meet up at the Reunification Ceremony that lasts a week and everyone is looking forward to meeting the Visionary and to see how this human named Maggie was gifted with such a gift. The Watson's want no part in it so they devise a plan to once again discredit the Jacobson's and Maggie.
In Defiance there are a lot of inner things that you find out and you find out what happended to the last Visionary. You will also find out some news that quite frankly BLEW my mind out the water! I stopped and re-read that part three times to make sure I read it right and then I screamed out LORD HAVE MERCY!!!!!!!!!!! hehehe a little dramatic but wait till you read it because you are going to be blown right out the water like I was. There are some sad parts as every story line has them but Shelly crafted them in such a beautiful way I couldn't help but cry.
Shelly also referenced to a song by Lifehouse called You and Me and this song is so fitting for this book and explains everything bit of emotion Maggie and Caleb have for on another. Click on the link to listen to the song http://youtu.be/ac3HkriqdGQ
I have so many quotes that I had to narrow them down. So here are a few quotes I hope you enjoy them I like I have!
"How about a dance, pretty lady," I heard behind me and turned to find Rodney; the one who found me and saved me in the woods that day at the Watson compound. I silently gasped and, without thinking, jumped to grab him around his neck. He held me to him and I felt him chuckle. I peeked over at Caleb, expecting to see a scowl of jealousy, but found only affection. He was still really grateful to Rodney as well. He saved my life, after all.
Our shoulders brushed as we walked and it sent shivers through me. One, because he was Caleb and his touch did powerful things to me. And two, I knew I'd be without that touch all night and I didn't even want to think about it.
Caleb tipped my chin up and wiped a tear from under my eye with his thumb. "You're so amazing," he whispered, listening to all my internal rants in my head. "I can't wait for you to be my wife."
Shelly is a brilliant writer as she draws you in as a reader but you feel like one of the characters in her book. I was so THRILLED when I received this ARC because I have been dying to find out what the Watson clan had in store for Maggie and Caleb. I started readuing it right away and could not put it down. There are some new characters that have been added to the series and they are great. They blend in with the rest of the characters and there are a few old characters that get a makeover and have a bigger role to fill.
Defiance starts off where Accordance left off. Maggie is the Visionary and the Jacobson clan could not be any happier. Their son Caleb has imprinted and everything seems to be working out just fine except the Watson clan hates them and they want to destroy the Jacobson clan. They continue to try and harm Maggie but Caleb is there for her and saves her more times then he care to think about.
The worst part that is coming is that Maggie and Caleb and all the clans have to meet up at the Reunification Ceremony that lasts a week and everyone is looking forward to meeting the Visionary and to see how this human named Maggie was gifted with such a gift. The Watson's want no part in it so they devise a plan to once again discredit the Jacobson's and Maggie.
In Defiance there are a lot of inner things that you find out and you find out what happended to the last Visionary. You will also find out some news that quite frankly BLEW my mind out the water! I stopped and re-read that part three times to make sure I read it right and then I screamed out LORD HAVE MERCY!!!!!!!!!!! hehehe a little dramatic but wait till you read it because you are going to be blown right out the water like I was. There are some sad parts as every story line has them but Shelly crafted them in such a beautiful way I couldn't help but cry.
Shelly also referenced to a song by Lifehouse called You and Me and this song is so fitting for this book and explains everything bit of emotion Maggie and Caleb have for on another. Click on the link to listen to the song http://youtu.be/ac3HkriqdGQ
I have so many quotes that I had to narrow them down. So here are a few quotes I hope you enjoy them I like I have!
"How about a dance, pretty lady," I heard behind me and turned to find Rodney; the one who found me and saved me in the woods that day at the Watson compound. I silently gasped and, without thinking, jumped to grab him around his neck. He held me to him and I felt him chuckle. I peeked over at Caleb, expecting to see a scowl of jealousy, but found only affection. He was still really grateful to Rodney as well. He saved my life, after all.
Our shoulders brushed as we walked and it sent shivers through me. One, because he was Caleb and his touch did powerful things to me. And two, I knew I'd be without that touch all night and I didn't even want to think about it.
Caleb tipped my chin up and wiped a tear from under my eye with his thumb. "You're so amazing," he whispered, listening to all my internal rants in my head. "I can't wait for you to be my wife."
March 12, 2012
YES YES YES YES YEEEEES! Ah, God, I don't think I was ever this excited about a book!! I finally have Defiance!! I'm screaming like a little girl!!! :DDDD
UPDATE:
I read this book yesterday and as you can see in the beginning of the review I was very excited about it. And I was determined to write the best damn review I can do. I started and wrote about the half of it.Then I stopped and just stared at it and thought that no matter what I write it won't be enough to describe how good this book is. And how important it became to me. It has a lot of flaws - I won't deny that but I'm not going to point them out. And I won't even tell you what I loved about this book, why I was excited or why I cried like a baby. I deleted all that. I'm going to put two beautiful songs out of the Defiance playlist that will always remind me about this book and the characters I began to hold dear.
So- the song Caleb sang to Maggie while they danced http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ac3Hkr... sigh* I'm such a helpless romantic when it comes to these two. :))
And personally even better one, about Bish and Jen - the characters even those that didn't like the whole book loved - because forbidden love is just even more beautiful to read about: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymJvCq...
Love you Shelly Crane, can't wait for the last one! Until then, I'm going to listen to these songs. :)
UPDATE:
I read this book yesterday and as you can see in the beginning of the review I was very excited about it. And I was determined to write the best damn review I can do. I started and wrote about the half of it.Then I stopped and just stared at it and thought that no matter what I write it won't be enough to describe how good this book is. And how important it became to me. It has a lot of flaws - I won't deny that but I'm not going to point them out. And I won't even tell you what I loved about this book, why I was excited or why I cried like a baby. I deleted all that. I'm going to put two beautiful songs out of the Defiance playlist that will always remind me about this book and the characters I began to hold dear.
So- the song Caleb sang to Maggie while they danced http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ac3Hkr... sigh* I'm such a helpless romantic when it comes to these two. :))
And personally even better one, about Bish and Jen - the characters even those that didn't like the whole book loved - because forbidden love is just even more beautiful to read about: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymJvCq...
Love you Shelly Crane, can't wait for the last one! Until then, I'm going to listen to these songs. :)
February 18, 2013
Like stories about two soul mates who take on a crazy council of old coots, a mad-as-a-hatter girl out for revenge and newly forming powers?
Defiance is for you.
Secretly longing to travel to London and wow everyone with your ability to burst lightbulbs and shatter windows?
Defiance is for you.
Want a guy that stands by your side, loves you deeply, would marry you in an instant and would lay down his life for you?
Defiance is for you.
Wish you had a motley, loving and vaguely eccentric family?
Defiance is for you.
Thinking about getting yourself a lovesick older brother?
Defiance is for you.
Dreaming about sneaking out of your room with your boyfriend and hanging out in a rooftop greenhouse?
Defiance is for you.
Want a book that keeps you reading all night long?
Defiance is for you.
Want tonnes of action, heaps of laughs and a kind of romance that will make you crazy with jealousy and also full of suppressed squeals of joy?
Defiance is for you.
Like honey buns?
Defiance is for you.
Like cute guys with sinfully beautiful eyes?
Defiance is for you.
Want a motorbike?
Defiance is for you.
If you're a girl and you like books...
DEFIANCE IS FOR YOU!!
Defiance is for you.
Secretly longing to travel to London and wow everyone with your ability to burst lightbulbs and shatter windows?
Defiance is for you.
Want a guy that stands by your side, loves you deeply, would marry you in an instant and would lay down his life for you?
Defiance is for you.
Wish you had a motley, loving and vaguely eccentric family?
Defiance is for you.
Thinking about getting yourself a lovesick older brother?
Defiance is for you.
Dreaming about sneaking out of your room with your boyfriend and hanging out in a rooftop greenhouse?
Defiance is for you.
Want a book that keeps you reading all night long?
Defiance is for you.
Want tonnes of action, heaps of laughs and a kind of romance that will make you crazy with jealousy and also full of suppressed squeals of joy?
Defiance is for you.
Like honey buns?
Defiance is for you.
Like cute guys with sinfully beautiful eyes?
Defiance is for you.
Want a motorbike?
Defiance is for you.
If you're a girl and you like books...
DEFIANCE IS FOR YOU!!
April 29, 2012
I have put off reading Defiance until now (as you can see I didn't last long, not even 2 months) because I know the wait for Independence is going to kill me. This series just sucks you in and captures you. You finish it and you're left thinking about it; that's how good it is! Few stories are like that. I love stories about TRUE LOVE, no love triangles, and that's what this, and all of Shelly Crane's books are about. I'm so sad that Independence is the last book (fingers crossed for a spin off). I love all of these characters so much, Maggie and Caleb, Bish and Jen, Kyle and Lynne, Peter and Rachel, Gran, and all of the other aunts uncles. I nearly cried at the end, with the whole Rodney thing. I've already read this series several times and I know that it will be one that I will continue to read again... and again... and again.
January 9, 2019
2019 re-read: Wow what a nice and happy ending. Second time around, I love this book just as much as I did the first. Maggie and Caleb must accomplish saving the Virtuoso race. Maggie was able to convince the council that now is a time for change by showing them what the Watson clan had done to her.
May 27, 2015
Ήρθε η ώρα να δώσω 5 αστεράκια και είναι μέσα από την καρδιά μου.
Η ιστορία του Κάλεμπ και της Μάγκι γίνεται καλύτερη σε όλα τα επίπεδα και αυτό το περίμενα όσο τίποτα σαν αναγνώστρια.
Σ'αυτό το 3ο βιβλίο προχώρησαν όλα έτσι όπως ήθελα και ευχόμουν να γίνουν.
Ελπίζω η συνέχεια να είναι ακόμα καλύτερη, πράγμα που προσδοκώ και αναμένω !!!
Η ιστορία του Κάλεμπ και της Μάγκι γίνεται καλύτερη σε όλα τα επίπεδα και αυτό το περίμενα όσο τίποτα σαν αναγνώστρια.
Σ'αυτό το 3ο βιβλίο προχώρησαν όλα έτσι όπως ήθελα και ευχόμουν να γίνουν.
Ελπίζω η συνέχεια να είναι ακόμα καλύτερη, πράγμα που προσδοκώ και αναμένω !!!
July 24, 2015
This book was definitely more emotional than the first 2. I enjoyed it throughly. There was no part in the book where I got bored - which is honestly incredible.
A+ Shelly Crane, you are slowly becoming one of my favorite authors.
(((Btw if my boyfriend isn't like Caleb we're going to have a problem)))
A+ Shelly Crane, you are slowly becoming one of my favorite authors.
(((Btw if my boyfriend isn't like Caleb we're going to have a problem)))
April 24, 2020
Simply put you’ll love these books if you’re into the idea of soulmates, destiny and being bound to another person forever. I know I love it, and this book had so much more politics in it which I enjoyed. I loved seeing all of Maggie’s visions and interactions with other clans. Can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.
March 10, 2012
OH MY GOODNESS. Absolutely wonderful. Of course! Shelly has done it again. I knew the imprints would happen and I'm so glad everything turned out good. I CANNOT wait for the fourth book. Hopefully you don't keep us waiting too long! This is by far one of the best series I've ever read. Bravo!
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September 30, 2014I feel really awful about this, but DNF @46%.
Nothing was happening and all I was doing was skimming. It's a damn shame because I really enjoyed the first two books. Oh well, on to the next one.
Nothing was happening and all I was doing was skimming. It's a damn shame because I really enjoyed the first two books. Oh well, on to the next one.
March 11, 2012
1.5 stars. I was hoping that since book 2 was an improvement over book 1, maybe book 3 might raise the bar. Unfortunately, my hopes were dashed. Even with the Maggie and Caleb dynamic being toned down, I found myself even more disenchanted with the visionary story being pushed to the forefront. It's downright creepy how much importance and reverence is placed on Maggie. Whether or not she accepts or condones it isn't the point. She can be humble all day long and it doesn't matter. The fact remains that people are still fawning all over her, wanting to kiss her hands, and exalt her to a place of honor. This is not a high fantasy story, where the queen takes her rightful place on the throne. This is not a tale of mythology, where the gods are expected to be revered. This is modern times. A 17 year old girl is doing a job that was given to her. Nothing more, nothing less. Respect, admiration, and kindness might all be due. Obsessive adoration - not so much.
Apparently, I can't seem to win either way, no matter where the emphasis of the story is being placed. Every single feeling and emotion of the people in these books are hyped to extreme and ridiculous proportions.
Because of all of the constant touching and needing and pining and nickname usage in these books, I found myself craving simple and sweet love. There was one scene that stood out for me as what I would have loved to have seen more of. It was sweet and honest and reminded me of what it was like to have those first stirrings of love, when the person of your admiration could be doing something so very simple and mundane and it simply fascinates you. This is what I wish I had seen more of in these books :
See? That's sweet and cute! It's how normal people in love act. Why couldn't we have seen more of these simple moments? Not everything about love is life and death. Not every single stressful moment needs to be soothed by a lover's touch in order for it to go away (if so, then the rest of us are screwed by having "significants" who work or have to spend time away from us!).
So...yeah. I don't know what's left to say that I haven't already said here in my reviews for Significance and Accordance
I kept reading the books for Jen and Bish. For whatever reason, I have been far more intrigued all along by the couple who can't touch more so than I am with the couple who can touch. As of right now, these are the only characters I truly enjoy reading about, other than the dad (who is an awesome dad) and Kyle to a lesser extent (who was in the background for this installment). Sadly, Jen and Bish didn't really show up until past halfway in the book and *insert expletive here* when a big moment for them happened, it was almost anti-climactic. I wanted more!
There's only one book left in the series, so at this point there's no turning back. I feel almost guilty for writing three semi-negative reviews in a row (most people would say it's not worth the energy and that I should leave the series alone), but I honestly kept hoping for more and I really wanted to see what was going to happen with Jen and Bish.
Apparently, I can't seem to win either way, no matter where the emphasis of the story is being placed. Every single feeling and emotion of the people in these books are hyped to extreme and ridiculous proportions.
Because of all of the constant touching and needing and pining and nickname usage in these books, I found myself craving simple and sweet love. There was one scene that stood out for me as what I would have loved to have seen more of. It was sweet and honest and reminded me of what it was like to have those first stirrings of love, when the person of your admiration could be doing something so very simple and mundane and it simply fascinates you. This is what I wish I had seen more of in these books :
Then he picked up a razor - my razor - and began to shave. I hopped up onto the counter and watched him. Every now and then, he'd glance over my way, looking at the exact spot my eyes were, as if he knew every time right where they were, and he'd hold my gaze for a few seconds before getting back to work.
See? That's sweet and cute! It's how normal people in love act. Why couldn't we have seen more of these simple moments? Not everything about love is life and death. Not every single stressful moment needs to be soothed by a lover's touch in order for it to go away (if so, then the rest of us are screwed by having "significants" who work or have to spend time away from us!).
So...yeah. I don't know what's left to say that I haven't already said here in my reviews for Significance and Accordance
I kept reading the books for Jen and Bish. For whatever reason, I have been far more intrigued all along by the couple who can't touch more so than I am with the couple who can touch. As of right now, these are the only characters I truly enjoy reading about, other than the dad (who is an awesome dad) and Kyle to a lesser extent (who was in the background for this installment). Sadly, Jen and Bish didn't really show up until past halfway in the book and *insert expletive here* when a big moment for them happened, it was almost anti-climactic. I wanted more!
There's only one book left in the series, so at this point there's no turning back. I feel almost guilty for writing three semi-negative reviews in a row (most people would say it's not worth the energy and that I should leave the series alone), but I honestly kept hoping for more and I really wanted to see what was going to happen with Jen and Bish.
March 13, 2012
I loved this book! I love the characters - even the baddies. Just goes to show how well Ms. Crane can constuct complex characters, all have their own depth and are unique and all play a vital role in each story.
The story has really progressed along the way with new battles and revelations at every turn, it's intriguing and exciting, never boring. Finally an author who thought outside of the box and just made up her own unique supernatural beings. I salute you!
I was so glad to see Maggie finally fully accept her role as the Visionary. You can only live in denial for so long. Her growth in this book was spot on. And Caleb... le sigh... who doesn't just love Caleb!? :P I love how great a team they are. They are so much stronger together, and Caleb doesn't play the big bad macho man who just wants to keep his little lady hidden away safe. No, he supports her, and believes in her so much he fully believes that she can do anything. And the fact is, she can do just about anything because Caleb supports and believes in her. And it works both ways, Maggie has and always will fight for Caleb. They love and fight for each other. Like I said, great team.
And so now begins the wait for the 4th and final instalment, Independance. I'm not particularly a girly-girl, but I can't wait for the wedding! Lol And while I CANNOT WAIT for this book, I will also be sad to have to say good bye. Until, of course, we decide to pick up the book where it all began - Significance - and start the journey all over again. Series like this are amazing in the fact that you can always go back to it again and again and it never gets old.
Well done Ms.Crane! Well done!
The story has really progressed along the way with new battles and revelations at every turn, it's intriguing and exciting, never boring. Finally an author who thought outside of the box and just made up her own unique supernatural beings. I salute you!
I was so glad to see Maggie finally fully accept her role as the Visionary. You can only live in denial for so long. Her growth in this book was spot on. And Caleb... le sigh... who doesn't just love Caleb!? :P I love how great a team they are. They are so much stronger together, and Caleb doesn't play the big bad macho man who just wants to keep his little lady hidden away safe. No, he supports her, and believes in her so much he fully believes that she can do anything. And the fact is, she can do just about anything because Caleb supports and believes in her. And it works both ways, Maggie has and always will fight for Caleb. They love and fight for each other. Like I said, great team.
And so now begins the wait for the 4th and final instalment, Independance. I'm not particularly a girly-girl, but I can't wait for the wedding! Lol And while I CANNOT WAIT for this book, I will also be sad to have to say good bye. Until, of course, we decide to pick up the book where it all began - Significance - and start the journey all over again. Series like this are amazing in the fact that you can always go back to it again and again and it never gets old.
Well done Ms.Crane! Well done!
September 9, 2012
Wow, once again Ms. Crane has blown me away. I loved Defiance! Maggie and Caleb are an amazing pair, they complement each other nicely. I was amazed seeing Maggie step into the Visionary shoes, she was finally in her element. Caleb stepped up as well, making himself a force to be reckoned with. And of course there was still that tight knit family unit going on as well, they are just so awesome.
Defiance starts off at the end of Accordance. They are attending the reunification with the other clan's, with them all bowing to Maggie, much to her annoyance. We watch her struggle with the Ace's making them understand that she is just one of them not someone above them. She sets out to make some friends, and she does, which is good because she is going to need them being in the middle of a nest of Watson Vipers.
It doesn't take her long to realize that these people need change, their laws are filled with so many loop holes and stipulations that they are almost prisoners. Maggie and Caleb are caught in the middle with the laws they broke in Accordance. Maggie's needs to make changes, starting with the Council, especially with one member who seems to have it out for her.
Maggie has a vision of the Visionary previous to her. She learns a dark secret about the Visionary and her life, what the Council did or let happen out of fear. Maggie knows she has a hard fight ahead of her, but with Caleb by her side they will succeed. It is time for the Visionary to lead not be led.
The Watson's make their final attempt to get rid of her. Will she and Caleb survive or will the Watson's get the power they have been after for so long? Will she find a way to change her visions so Jen and Bish can be together? Will Maggie have the power to change these old coots? Guess you will have to read it to find out.
I loved this book, it was nice to see Maggie and Caleb again. This book will leave you frustrated, annoyed, broken hearted and happy, it is a true emotional roller coaster. I love how Ms. Crane doesn't do the whole girl meets boy, girl loses boy, girl gets boy back to maybe live happily ever after. I love how she can write 3, soon to be 4 books, and still have her characters together. Now this is a true Author! Someone who can tell a story filled with love from the beginning to end. I honestly can't wait for the next one (Independence), though I will hate to see the end of such an amazing series!
Defiance starts off at the end of Accordance. They are attending the reunification with the other clan's, with them all bowing to Maggie, much to her annoyance. We watch her struggle with the Ace's making them understand that she is just one of them not someone above them. She sets out to make some friends, and she does, which is good because she is going to need them being in the middle of a nest of Watson Vipers.
It doesn't take her long to realize that these people need change, their laws are filled with so many loop holes and stipulations that they are almost prisoners. Maggie and Caleb are caught in the middle with the laws they broke in Accordance. Maggie's needs to make changes, starting with the Council, especially with one member who seems to have it out for her.
Maggie has a vision of the Visionary previous to her. She learns a dark secret about the Visionary and her life, what the Council did or let happen out of fear. Maggie knows she has a hard fight ahead of her, but with Caleb by her side they will succeed. It is time for the Visionary to lead not be led.
The Watson's make their final attempt to get rid of her. Will she and Caleb survive or will the Watson's get the power they have been after for so long? Will she find a way to change her visions so Jen and Bish can be together? Will Maggie have the power to change these old coots? Guess you will have to read it to find out.
I loved this book, it was nice to see Maggie and Caleb again. This book will leave you frustrated, annoyed, broken hearted and happy, it is a true emotional roller coaster. I love how Ms. Crane doesn't do the whole girl meets boy, girl loses boy, girl gets boy back to maybe live happily ever after. I love how she can write 3, soon to be 4 books, and still have her characters together. Now this is a true Author! Someone who can tell a story filled with love from the beginning to end. I honestly can't wait for the next one (Independence), though I will hate to see the end of such an amazing series!
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October 11, 2012
WoWW!! WOWW!!! WOWW!! Amazing book !! Loved it from the start till the end and the cover is just brilliant!!! and I also heard Significance is going to be a movie and that's a great great news!! Shelly Crane you rock!!!
The book starts with Maggie and Caleb and their family goes out to meet them and present Visionary i.e Maggie. Their has been no visionary for long long time and everyone is so happy getting back their visionary back and everyone seems to bow down always whenever they talk to her. the book deals with all the rules, regulations,traditions that a visionary should follow and what she has not to do. these restrictions seemed unreasonable. Maggie tries to accept her new role and tries to mingle with everyone. The council champion is Donald who is a Watson too who hated Jacobsons a lot.
There so many rues and regulations that seemed so unreasonable so restrictive for people that there was rebellion in the book by Maggie and Caleb that's I think this book is called Defiance.
Maggie was little confused,little weak and terrified in the end with being visionary and what to do. but as the story progressed she seemed to grow more stronger,more braver,understanding and finally coming to know the importance of being visionary and what could be done with that and she didn't follow any of those stupid rules which were so so bad and tries to make new rules, new changes in the way of council. and I was happy Caleb was with her the whole time.
Jen and Bish story was painful and touching but there are things which would would make you happy.
Donald , Marcus and Marla with their hatred,greet, anger and their need to imprint was all there in the book they created lots of difficulties for Jacobson. To slow down the visionary.
There are lots of twist and turns and new revelations and secrets ad explanation which will keep yo hooked with this book. I want Independence like right now after such an ending!!!!
The book starts with Maggie and Caleb and their family goes out to meet them and present Visionary i.e Maggie. Their has been no visionary for long long time and everyone is so happy getting back their visionary back and everyone seems to bow down always whenever they talk to her. the book deals with all the rules, regulations,traditions that a visionary should follow and what she has not to do. these restrictions seemed unreasonable. Maggie tries to accept her new role and tries to mingle with everyone. The council champion is Donald who is a Watson too who hated Jacobsons a lot.
There so many rues and regulations that seemed so unreasonable so restrictive for people that there was rebellion in the book by Maggie and Caleb that's I think this book is called Defiance.
Maggie was little confused,little weak and terrified in the end with being visionary and what to do. but as the story progressed she seemed to grow more stronger,more braver,understanding and finally coming to know the importance of being visionary and what could be done with that and she didn't follow any of those stupid rules which were so so bad and tries to make new rules, new changes in the way of council. and I was happy Caleb was with her the whole time.
Jen and Bish story was painful and touching but there are things which would would make you happy.
Donald , Marcus and Marla with their hatred,greet, anger and their need to imprint was all there in the book they created lots of difficulties for Jacobson. To slow down the visionary.
There are lots of twist and turns and new revelations and secrets ad explanation which will keep yo hooked with this book. I want Independence like right now after such an ending!!!!
March 10, 2012
I have not been patiently waiting for this book. Because I honestly have no patience. So I'm extremly happy Shelly was able to release Defiance a little early.
Defiance begins just after the Jacobson clan has entered the palace where the Virtuoso Council reside and the race comes to gather at a yearly event called the Reunification. No surprise the Watson Clan came with all of their hateful intentions and lust for power. Though the families are in awe of Maggie and her mark that clearly makes her the Visionary they also doubt her ability to fulfill her calling. Maggie has to prove she can lead the Aces and make the changes they need to continue as a strong race. I was completely surpised by some of the turns in the story. I was happy that Shelly gave us the rest of the story for Jen and Bish. You also get the answers to who Maggie's biological father is. You thought Sikes was bad, well Donald,also of the Watson clan, is just Evil. I was so happy Maggie got to fix the Watson's once and for all in this book. Defiance was full of action and has driven me right into my impatient wait for book 4.
I will say I was hoping for a little more romance for Caleb and Maggie. I'm a sucker for the sweetness Shelly brings to her stories. Now for the next book in the series that will be titled Independence i'm hoping for a huge love fest for Maggie and Caleb and the other imprint surprises from Defiance.
Thanks so much Shelly for your amazing stories. I'm honored to be one of your "best gals". That dedication made me feel like a superstar.
Defiance begins just after the Jacobson clan has entered the palace where the Virtuoso Council reside and the race comes to gather at a yearly event called the Reunification. No surprise the Watson Clan came with all of their hateful intentions and lust for power. Though the families are in awe of Maggie and her mark that clearly makes her the Visionary they also doubt her ability to fulfill her calling. Maggie has to prove she can lead the Aces and make the changes they need to continue as a strong race. I was completely surpised by some of the turns in the story. I was happy that Shelly gave us the rest of the story for Jen and Bish. You also get the answers to who Maggie's biological father is. You thought Sikes was bad, well Donald,also of the Watson clan, is just Evil. I was so happy Maggie got to fix the Watson's once and for all in this book. Defiance was full of action and has driven me right into my impatient wait for book 4.
I will say I was hoping for a little more romance for Caleb and Maggie. I'm a sucker for the sweetness Shelly brings to her stories. Now for the next book in the series that will be titled Independence i'm hoping for a huge love fest for Maggie and Caleb and the other imprint surprises from Defiance.
Thanks so much Shelly for your amazing stories. I'm honored to be one of your "best gals". That dedication made me feel like a superstar.
April 4, 2012
Review originally posted at Doodle's Book Blog
Shelly Crane never ceases to amaze me with her ability to craft a wonderful continuation of one of my favorite series. Now, I am eagerly awaiting book four.
Defiance begins just where we left off. Caleb and Maggie arrive at the reunification only to be bombarded with hostility from the Watson clan. Everyone is not only in awe of Maggie, but also frightened when she becomes angry and sends out her energy ribbons. It is Maggie's mission throughout the story to prove she is just like them, an Ace, and shouldn't be treated any differently because of her title. Can she be what everyone needs her to be, the one to bring back the imprints?
I really enjoyed reading Defiance. Maggie is struggling to keep it together when she is constantly being told what to do. She is supposed to be the Visionary, the leader off all Aces. Caleb spends a good bit of this installment fending off the Watson clan and their attempts to harm Maggie. The entire Jacobson family is watching Maggie's back and trying to comfort her when everything begins to head south. But, I think the best thing about this book is that Maggie accepts who she is as the Visionary and embraces her abilities.
Overall, this was everything I hoped the third book would be and more. If only the fourth book was coming out soon.
Shelly Crane never ceases to amaze me with her ability to craft a wonderful continuation of one of my favorite series. Now, I am eagerly awaiting book four.
Defiance begins just where we left off. Caleb and Maggie arrive at the reunification only to be bombarded with hostility from the Watson clan. Everyone is not only in awe of Maggie, but also frightened when she becomes angry and sends out her energy ribbons. It is Maggie's mission throughout the story to prove she is just like them, an Ace, and shouldn't be treated any differently because of her title. Can she be what everyone needs her to be, the one to bring back the imprints?
I really enjoyed reading Defiance. Maggie is struggling to keep it together when she is constantly being told what to do. She is supposed to be the Visionary, the leader off all Aces. Caleb spends a good bit of this installment fending off the Watson clan and their attempts to harm Maggie. The entire Jacobson family is watching Maggie's back and trying to comfort her when everything begins to head south. But, I think the best thing about this book is that Maggie accepts who she is as the Visionary and embraces her abilities.
Overall, this was everything I hoped the third book would be and more. If only the fourth book was coming out soon.
April 5, 2013
Since the first book, I kept thinking... man, Caleb can't get any better, but he really can! He's PERFECT. He does ANYTHING for her.
The shower and shaving scene! so intimate and exciting!
I LOVE Maggie as the Visionary! She knows what to do, and she's just so great at it. So happy about the way Shelly Crane decided to turn her character. One of my favourite heroines ever.
Donald and Marla! Really? Like, she's the Visionary and everybody loves her and you try to kill her? Wrong move. Deserved what they got. And Marcus! HOW COME THEY DIDN'T KILL THAT GUY ALREADY?!
When Gran learned the truth about Raymond's death! My heart cracked a little.
And with Rodney! OMG, so sad! He was so happy when he found out he was going to imprint! And she was right THERE! Tears everywhere.
So happy about Kyle. He changed so much of the bitter, heartbroken boy who used to be. Love how he was with Lynne, loving, and caring and spoiling her, and how he turned out to be Maggie's best friend again.
Jen and Bish! Finally! Hope they had a happy ending.
And OMG, Jim and Fiona!! Couldn't believe it. Definitely not see it coming, but it was a happy surprise.
Haddock! I felt sorry for the guy. Wish that in a future, Maggie would consider in having some kind of relationship with the man.
All and all, I love this book, and how it let us live a little in the world of the Aces, knowing more about their traditions, rules and actions. Can't wait for Independence!
The shower and shaving scene! so intimate and exciting!
I LOVE Maggie as the Visionary! She knows what to do, and she's just so great at it. So happy about the way Shelly Crane decided to turn her character. One of my favourite heroines ever.
Donald and Marla! Really? Like, she's the Visionary and everybody loves her and you try to kill her? Wrong move. Deserved what they got. And Marcus! HOW COME THEY DIDN'T KILL THAT GUY ALREADY?!
When Gran learned the truth about Raymond's death! My heart cracked a little.
And with Rodney! OMG, so sad! He was so happy when he found out he was going to imprint! And she was right THERE! Tears everywhere.
So happy about Kyle. He changed so much of the bitter, heartbroken boy who used to be. Love how he was with Lynne, loving, and caring and spoiling her, and how he turned out to be Maggie's best friend again.
Jen and Bish! Finally! Hope they had a happy ending.
And OMG, Jim and Fiona!! Couldn't believe it. Definitely not see it coming, but it was a happy surprise.
Haddock! I felt sorry for the guy. Wish that in a future, Maggie would consider in having some kind of relationship with the man.
All and all, I love this book, and how it let us live a little in the world of the Aces, knowing more about their traditions, rules and actions. Can't wait for Independence!
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