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The Silver #2
Black
Black, the second book in The Silver Series, is about a werewolf raised through the atrocities of a werewolf fighting ring. He is rescued and given the chance at a new life, but haunting reminders of his past follow him as he tries to make a fresh start. He has to confront his dark history in order to protect the girl he loves, or let himself be swept away into the pain and humiliation of the arena once more.
265 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 16, 2011
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Cheree Alsop
171 books492 followersCheree Alsop is an award-winning, best-selling author and the mother of a beautiful, talented daughter and amazing twin sons who fill every day with joy and laughter. She is married to her best friend, Michael, the light of her life and her soulmate who shares her dreams and inspires her by reading the first drafts of each book. Cheree is a fulltime author and mother, which is much more fun than work! She enjoys reading, riding her motorcycle on warm nights, and playing with her twins while planning her next book. She is also a bass player for their rock band, Alien Landslide.
Cheree and Michael live in Utah where they rock out, enjoy the outdoors, plan great adventures, and never stop dreaming.
Check out Cheree’s other books at www.chereealsop.com
Cheree and Michael live in Utah where they rock out, enjoy the outdoors, plan great adventures, and never stop dreaming.
Check out Cheree’s other books at www.chereealsop.com
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June 3, 2017
Excellent
Book two in the series is even better than book one. What an amazing story of love, friendship, loyalty and trust. Jet has hopefully gotten everything he deserves. Now to see what book three brings.
Book two in the series is even better than book one. What an amazing story of love, friendship, loyalty and trust. Jet has hopefully gotten everything he deserves. Now to see what book three brings.
September 6, 2023
Black is the second book in the Silver series, and this time the focus is on Jet. He was stolen from his family at a very young age and given to the Woman, who only wanted him for deathmatches. There was no love, care, or attention in Jet's life from that moment. All that changes when Jaze rescues him and takes him in. It doesn't all suddenly become sunshine and roses though and THAT is what made this book so good!
Jet has issues, he really does, and let's face it, you would do too if you'd gone through what he did. He proves he is intelligent by teaching himself English, Spanish, and lip-reading. He shows compassion by not killing someone until he realises that it just doesn't work that way and understands the pact made by the other wolves. My heart broke for him in so many ways and yet I was proud of him too. He didn't stop trying and would do anything to protect those he called his own.
This was incredibly written and I read it in one sitting. I was literally unable to stop reading until I knew all was good in Jet's world. The world-building just gets better as it becomes clearer with each book. The characters grow and change, becoming 'more'. I loved hearing about Jaze and Nikki and I hope we continue hearing about past couples as the series progresses.
A darker fantastic young adult paranormal that I absolutely recommend! The only thing I don't know is what happened to Shadow's Curse. I'm presuming he's dead, but I really wish he wasn't!
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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Feb 12, 2020
Jet has issues, he really does, and let's face it, you would do too if you'd gone through what he did. He proves he is intelligent by teaching himself English, Spanish, and lip-reading. He shows compassion by not killing someone until he realises that it just doesn't work that way and understands the pact made by the other wolves. My heart broke for him in so many ways and yet I was proud of him too. He didn't stop trying and would do anything to protect those he called his own.
This was incredibly written and I read it in one sitting. I was literally unable to stop reading until I knew all was good in Jet's world. The world-building just gets better as it becomes clearer with each book. The characters grow and change, becoming 'more'. I loved hearing about Jaze and Nikki and I hope we continue hearing about past couples as the series progresses.
A darker fantastic young adult paranormal that I absolutely recommend! The only thing I don't know is what happened to Shadow's Curse. I'm presuming he's dead, but I really wish he wasn't!
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Feb 12, 2020
May 30, 2012
I literally tore through this book and boy does it pack a punch. I have to hand it to Ms. Alsop she is very creative and know how to create a riveting, heart pounding story. It broke my heart to see what Jet went through as a child. It is tough not having any choices in life. It was interesting to see how Jet once given choices, how he reacts and the choices he makes on his own. We do get to see how people/werewolf's can change given choices.
I really liked the dynamics of the wolf packs. How they have protective instincts. It was great to meet some new werewolf's and see how things are going for Jaze, Nikki and Chet from book one. One thing I found had to follow is the time line. I felt is really was not clear how much time has passed and I thought Jet was much younger before he meets Jaze. But he is actually around 17. Other than that a super read. For your info this does contain violence and bloody fighting. But does not contain sex or swearing.
This is a series you will not want to miss out on.
I really liked the dynamics of the wolf packs. How they have protective instincts. It was great to meet some new werewolf's and see how things are going for Jaze, Nikki and Chet from book one. One thing I found had to follow is the time line. I felt is really was not clear how much time has passed and I thought Jet was much younger before he meets Jaze. But he is actually around 17. Other than that a super read. For your info this does contain violence and bloody fighting. But does not contain sex or swearing.
This is a series you will not want to miss out on.
February 23, 2014
The first book in the series, Silver, was by no means light, but Black is way darker. Here, we follow Jet as he is stolen from his parents and raised in the brutal world of werewolf death matches. Forced to fight and kill from the age of seven, by the time Jet becomes a teenager is a deeply scarred and broken individual.
Jet's journey to find some way to live any kind of normal life is heartwarming and intense. The past keeps coming back to try and steal away what little happiness he can find, but his determination to hold onto what goodness is still within him will leave you cheering him on. This is a flawed person whose instincts to fight and kill have been deeply engrained, but through Jet's story we find that even the most broken souls can be redeemed.
If you enjoy YA paranormal with darkly intense themes and characters you can't help but love, then you'll definitely want to check this one out.
Jet's journey to find some way to live any kind of normal life is heartwarming and intense. The past keeps coming back to try and steal away what little happiness he can find, but his determination to hold onto what goodness is still within him will leave you cheering him on. This is a flawed person whose instincts to fight and kill have been deeply engrained, but through Jet's story we find that even the most broken souls can be redeemed.
If you enjoy YA paranormal with darkly intense themes and characters you can't help but love, then you'll definitely want to check this one out.
May 14, 2018
He's a young werewolf rescued from a werewolf fighting ring. It's left him with nightmares and very reserved, even with his closest friends. As he meets a girl and things start to look up, he finds out that the fighting ring he thought he'd left far behind, isn't quite so far in the past. So much of it is heart-breaking, but there is a light...
Each book in the series just gets better and better. New characters and old friends galore.
Each book in the series just gets better and better. New characters and old friends galore.
March 22, 2016
Once I realized that Jaze was still in this book, I continued to read it. It told the story of Jet who in my opinion was dealt a bad hand in life. I loved the character development in this story and was glad it ended the way it did.
The storyline was great!
The storyline was great!
July 23, 2016
Black by Cheree Alsop is book 2 in the Silver series, and is probably my favorite of the series. Jet Black was stolen as a child and raised in a werewolf fighting ring. He’s vicious, ruthless, and heart-sore. When Jaze rescues him on the brink of death, Jet has to learn to forgive himself for the lives he’s taken before he can join Jaze’s werewolf saving mission. The gentle hands of Taye, the beautiful alpha female waiting for him at Jaze’s house, are part of the reason he comes to terms with his own past.
The book delves into Jet’s past and how he feels about his family. But the true test of self comes when it’s Jaze and Taye’s lives on the line, and Jet reacts with vicious brutality to keep his new family safe. They accept him with open arms, and Jet comes into himself. I think that’s why this is my favorite book. Jet is so very broken, but with the loyal care of Jaze and the loving attention of Taye, he rebuilds himself into a cornerstone of Jaze’s team.
Although the book focuses on Jet, and is written from his POV, we don’t lose contact with Jaze and Nikki and Brock and all our favorite characters from Silver. Chet and the boys are still annoying, and the metal detectors at school still fail to reveal the werewolves. Oh, and shoes. Shoes are a terrible invention, at least in Jet’s opinion.
The book delves into Jet’s past and how he feels about his family. But the true test of self comes when it’s Jaze and Taye’s lives on the line, and Jet reacts with vicious brutality to keep his new family safe. They accept him with open arms, and Jet comes into himself. I think that’s why this is my favorite book. Jet is so very broken, but with the loyal care of Jaze and the loving attention of Taye, he rebuilds himself into a cornerstone of Jaze’s team.
Although the book focuses on Jet, and is written from his POV, we don’t lose contact with Jaze and Nikki and Brock and all our favorite characters from Silver. Chet and the boys are still annoying, and the metal detectors at school still fail to reveal the werewolves. Oh, and shoes. Shoes are a terrible invention, at least in Jet’s opinion.
July 10, 2017
OMG! This poor boy! I have to say that I truly Loved this story. Jet was kidnapped by werewolf fighters, kind of like dog fighters, except they use werewolves and it's to the death. From the time he was 7 years old he was beaten, starved and locked up. When he was 16 Jaze and his werewolf rescue saved him. But can her be saved? He spent his whole life fighting, can he stop? Jaze isn't sure. He takes Jet in and gives him a real life but Jet needs to control himself.
I ran through all my emotions reading this. I cried, I laughed and I was even outraged at a few points. I love the way that Jaze took in Jet and Taya, a female werewolf, is always on his side, teaching him there is more to life than fighting. What a wonderful story.
I ran through all my emotions reading this. I cried, I laughed and I was even outraged at a few points. I love the way that Jaze took in Jet and Taya, a female werewolf, is always on his side, teaching him there is more to life than fighting. What a wonderful story.
September 25, 2017
Coming of Age
I very rarely give books a 5 star rating, but a 4 is still really good.
This a story of a young werewolf stolen from his family and treated like a slave and abused so much that it's a miracle that he lived. There are many struggles after being rescued, but somehow he manages to cope, with difficulty.
I recommend this one for YA readers as many of the characters are in high school but be warned, there is a lot of violence in this book, some of which are very brutal.
I'm off to read the next one now.
I very rarely give books a 5 star rating, but a 4 is still really good.
This a story of a young werewolf stolen from his family and treated like a slave and abused so much that it's a miracle that he lived. There are many struggles after being rescued, but somehow he manages to cope, with difficulty.
I recommend this one for YA readers as many of the characters are in high school but be warned, there is a lot of violence in this book, some of which are very brutal.
I'm off to read the next one now.
January 30, 2018
Jet was taken from his family, beaten, raised to fight, raised to kill. This poor kid didn’t even have a name to call his own. His tormentors kept him drugged and hungry in a dank comfortless basement. He’s been treated like an animal all his life but when he escapes he sees another side to life. He’s afraid he’s too far gone after all he is a killer. Inner courage and a shy female werewolf bring him to a life he could only dream of. Great story of courage and Jet show a rare inner strength. I love the opportunity to catch up with chapters from book 1. I look forward to next book.
August 11, 2020
From start to finish, this entire series has been captivating, enthralling, and exciting! I highly recommend this series for both young adults and the young at heart...and especially for those who love werewolves!
Cheree Alsop is an amazing author and I literally started at book one and couldn't stop until the last book in the series. I won't tell you the ending, but I will say that Jaze, her family, and his friends captured my heart.
In fact, I was so busy reading that I had to wait until the end to write this review!
Cheree Alsop is an amazing author and I literally started at book one and couldn't stop until the last book in the series. I won't tell you the ending, but I will say that Jaze, her family, and his friends captured my heart.
In fact, I was so busy reading that I had to wait until the end to write this review!
March 12, 2021
Great book!
Finally! So happy to find an author who can write YA without constant cussing and sex. I thoroughly enjoyed the last book, Silver...bought it in print. I'll be doing the same same with the rest of this series and likely her other series as well, which I've started and love already! I just received Stolen in the mail today, actually. Another great book of hers... I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a real story worth reading instead of the same ol unimaginative predictable junk usually found in YA.
Finally! So happy to find an author who can write YA without constant cussing and sex. I thoroughly enjoyed the last book, Silver...bought it in print. I'll be doing the same same with the rest of this series and likely her other series as well, which I've started and love already! I just received Stolen in the mail today, actually. Another great book of hers... I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a real story worth reading instead of the same ol unimaginative predictable junk usually found in YA.
August 13, 2018
Enjoyed this, not quite as much as book 1. This one also brought a lot of tears for everything that Jet had to go thru since he was a baby. Jet's character is awesome, but the story just was too emotionally sad, I felt wrung out when I finished. This book flowed a bit too slow before the point of Jaze rescuing Jet. After that it picked up speed.
Recurring theme thru the series, horrible editing/proof-reading. I tried to look past that with the review, others might not be so generous.
Recurring theme thru the series, horrible editing/proof-reading. I tried to look past that with the review, others might not be so generous.
January 9, 2012
I really enjoyed the first book, but I couldn't put the second one down. Jet's story kept me reading through the night. It's nice to see a hero who can come from such a horrible past to find a new life. I was also really happy to see characters I knew from the first book surface in the second one. This is a really enjoyable series and I'll definitely be recommending this to my friends.
May 25, 2015
I love a happy ending
All I can say is poor Jet. Taken from his home at a young age and forced to fight and kill in order to survive. He is a werewolf who is shown no compassion or love and yet through it all he somehow managed to not be as psychotic as he could be lol.
This is must read for my paranormal fans.
All I can say is poor Jet. Taken from his home at a young age and forced to fight and kill in order to survive. He is a werewolf who is shown no compassion or love and yet through it all he somehow managed to not be as psychotic as he could be lol.
This is must read for my paranormal fans.
March 28, 2017
I would have never thought I would love the second book as much as I loved the first!
I think I'm going to buy the rest of the series and I wish to have a physical form of the series. So worth it. and I don't really like werewolf concepts? plots? ( I can't find the right wording) but Cheree is becoming one of my favorite authors!
I think I'm going to buy the rest of the series and I wish to have a physical form of the series. So worth it. and I don't really like werewolf concepts? plots? ( I can't find the right wording) but Cheree is becoming one of my favorite authors!
April 10, 2018
Violent and touching
This book was hard to read. Jet had such an awful life taken by a twisted woman. Made to fight and kill his own kind to survive. It was so hard to read. Then Jaze came along and saved him and you got more story line from our hero's from the previous book. Another great book from the series.
This book was hard to read. Jet had such an awful life taken by a twisted woman. Made to fight and kill his own kind to survive. It was so hard to read. Then Jaze came along and saved him and you got more story line from our hero's from the previous book. Another great book from the series.
March 19, 2020
Second chance at life...
Jet was kidnapped from his parents when he was a baby to be trained as a ring fighter. Jaze rescue him from the owner that wants him dead and shows him what he could have as a free werewolf, but his past shows up. Can his friends save him from those who want him dead?
Jo-Ann Doyle
Jet was kidnapped from his parents when he was a baby to be trained as a ring fighter. Jaze rescue him from the owner that wants him dead and shows him what he could have as a free werewolf, but his past shows up. Can his friends save him from those who want him dead?
Jo-Ann Doyle
November 24, 2020
Great character development and working through conflict with the outside and oneself
Enjoyed this book, and could not put it down! Rather than the typical focus on romance and erotic nastiness, this book focuses on the conflict of Jet and how he overcomes this through gratitude and focusing on fighting for those he loves.
Enjoyed this book, and could not put it down! Rather than the typical focus on romance and erotic nastiness, this book focuses on the conflict of Jet and how he overcomes this through gratitude and focusing on fighting for those he loves.
July 14, 2021
Taken from his parents as an infant (pup?), Jet Black is raised to fight and kill other werewolves in an arena event known as the Rumble. Unexpectedly rescued in his teen years, Jet finds a pack which accepts him, and then is reunited with his birth family. But the violence he was raised in still follows him, and threatens everything and everyone Jet cares about ...
April 26, 2017
This series will leave you hanging for more
I thoroughly enjoyed reading black. It's sad to see jet raised the way he was but it was great to see that he found love and his family. And moving in whence he came. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens in Crimson.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading black. It's sad to see jet raised the way he was but it was great to see that he found love and his family. And moving in whence he came. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens in Crimson.
August 15, 2017
Very nice story line shift. ght a whole new element to this arc.
The first wrapped up most of where the story could go but the introduction of new characters and told from their point of view brought a whole new element to this arc. Well done!
The first wrapped up most of where the story could go but the introduction of new characters and told from their point of view brought a whole new element to this arc. Well done!
November 5, 2012
Loved this books so much. My heartbroke for Jet! His life was not easy but he became so much more than that. Was great to see old friends in such a new light. Definitley recommend this book.
August 30, 2015
One of my top 10 paranormal books! Enough said!!
March 28, 2017
one of the strongest books I have read amazing
May 8, 2017
My favorite of the series
June 6, 2017
Amazing story! I couldn't put it down. My favorite I'm the series so far.
October 25, 2017
So so good!!! I really liked this book!!
March 26, 2018
I've not read book 1 of the series, yet I still fell straight into the pages with ease.
Love Jet and his story...
Bravo!
Love Jet and his story...
Bravo!
May 16, 2018
YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK
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