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Otherkin #2
Othermoon
Everyone has secrets. I had no idea mine would lead me into shadow. Dez has found the place where she belongs. With the otherkin. With Caleb. Or so she thought. As the barriers between our world and Othersphere fall, a wall rises between Dez and Caleb, leaving her fiercest enemy her only friend.
And maybe something more.
Now Dez must make a devastating choice: keep the love of her life, or save the otherkin from annihilation.
And maybe something more.
Now Dez must make a devastating choice: keep the love of her life, or save the otherkin from annihilation.
320 pages, Paperback
First published January 29, 2013
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Nina Berry
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YA writer, redhead, bodysurfer, Nina is the author of THE NOTORIOUS PAGAN JONES, CITY OF SPIES and the OTHERKIN series. Born in Honolulu, she now writes for teens from her secret lair in Hollywood.
Learn more at ninaberry.com, or you can find her on twitter @Ninaberry and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/writerninaberry.
Nina is represented by Tamar Rydzinksi at Laura Dail Literary Agency.
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YA writer, redhead, bodysurfer, Nina is the author of THE NOTORIOUS PAGAN JONES, CITY OF SPIES and the OTHERKIN series. Born in Honolulu, she now writes for teens from her secret lair in Hollywood.
Learn more at ninaberry.com, or you can find her on twitter @Ninaberry and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/writerninaberry.
Nina is represented by Tamar Rydzinksi at Laura Dail Literary Agency.
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December 28, 2012
“First, I have to say I haven't read OTHERKIN, so I was glad that there was so much reference to the past throughout the book! The background really helped!
Dez, and the others involved in ending the Ximon’s plans in Otherkin have all had their homes broken into. All of them are missing something that contains their DNA and no one can figure out what this means. Ximon, Caleb and Lazar's father, must be up to more evil. Desdemona finds Caleb's half brother Lazar lurking around. What is he up to? Why is Dez' human mother experiencing strange shifts and becoming someone else?
Choices are made, secrets are kept and Dez might have to sacrifice her love for Caleb for saving the world. Lazar is helping her and her friends and family don’t understand, leaving her isolated from the group, alone in her decisions and actions. Can Lazar be trusted? Facing obstacles at every turn, Dez must rely on her inner-strength to make sure they all survive, even when it might cost her everything she holds dear, including Caleb.
This was an action packed adventure filled with twists and turns. The characters show strength of conviction in spite of the odds. I did not want to put this down, I needed to know what was going to happen, especially between Caleb, Dez and Lazar.
This ARC copy of Othermoon was given to me by Kensington Publishing Corp. - K-Teen in exchange for an honest review. Publish Date January 29, 2013.”
Dez, and the others involved in ending the Ximon’s plans in Otherkin have all had their homes broken into. All of them are missing something that contains their DNA and no one can figure out what this means. Ximon, Caleb and Lazar's father, must be up to more evil. Desdemona finds Caleb's half brother Lazar lurking around. What is he up to? Why is Dez' human mother experiencing strange shifts and becoming someone else?
Choices are made, secrets are kept and Dez might have to sacrifice her love for Caleb for saving the world. Lazar is helping her and her friends and family don’t understand, leaving her isolated from the group, alone in her decisions and actions. Can Lazar be trusted? Facing obstacles at every turn, Dez must rely on her inner-strength to make sure they all survive, even when it might cost her everything she holds dear, including Caleb.
This was an action packed adventure filled with twists and turns. The characters show strength of conviction in spite of the odds. I did not want to put this down, I needed to know what was going to happen, especially between Caleb, Dez and Lazar.
This ARC copy of Othermoon was given to me by Kensington Publishing Corp. - K-Teen in exchange for an honest review. Publish Date January 29, 2013.”
January 10, 2013
Review originally posted on my blog: A Book Obsession..
Despite the looming threat from the Tribunal hanging over her head, Dez had thought her life would be a little easier now that she has finally found who she really is, an Otherkin that can shift into a tiger. Being with other people like her and her boyfriend Caleb, she thought she had finally found her true home. But when loyalties are tested by differing opinions, a wall starts to form between Dez and the people she's come to care for, Caleb most of all. Dez will have to decide between standing up for what is right or losing Caleb for good.
The thing that really makes this series is the characters. I mean, don't get me wrong, all of the paranormal elements are stellar themselves, it's just that I love the characters even more. Just simply the way all of the students have come together despite their original mistrust is astounding. They couldn't have come from more different backgrounds. Despite being able to shift into animals or manipulate the shadows, the only thing any of them really had in common was their suspicions of the other clans. So now to see them not only getting along, but also defying their parents and the shifter council to work together fighting against the Tribunal, it just incredible. But, even better, the characters are just as amazing individually as they are as a whole as they each have their own unique personalities. From Dez's fierce determination to fight for what is right, to November's playfulness, and even to Morfael's mysteriousness, you won't find a two dimensional character in the bunch.
I have to say that I'm not entirely sure how I feel about what is going on in the love department in Othermoon. At the start Caleb and Dez couldn't possibly be any more in love, but it doesn't take long for the happy glow to start dimming. In all honesty, it is both of them that are equally the problem, especially since neither one wanted to budge at all. If they had only taken a step back to consider the other side of things they wouldn't be at such odds. Relationships take work normally, but when you stack in the odds against them, it only makes it more important for them to really try. I'm not really sure how I even feel about them as a pair anymore since neither one seem prepared to fight for the other. Also, there did seem to be a possible love triangle, which honestly has me less than thrilled, but perhaps it might work out for the better in the long run if Caleb and Dez don't get their act together.
I was utterly astonished with the ending of Othermoon. While it wasn't a cliffhanger, I still feel like I was sucker punched in the gut. In fact, I had to take a step back for a few days before writing this review otherwise my rating probably would have been much lower due to my devastation. Now that I've had a little time to separate myself, I realize that regardless of my feelings about the ending events, Othermoon was still a very good book. In fact, while I might like the way things ended up, I do have to applaud Nina Berry for her guts in making that hard decision. Although I have to be honest that it does make me rather nervous to see what shockers are in store next since this is only book two in the series. Fans of the the first installment will be more than pleased with Othermoon as it provides a solid block of entertainment that will leave you breathless in the end. Quite simply put, this is the most unique series I have read in a very long time and it is not to be missed!
Despite the looming threat from the Tribunal hanging over her head, Dez had thought her life would be a little easier now that she has finally found who she really is, an Otherkin that can shift into a tiger. Being with other people like her and her boyfriend Caleb, she thought she had finally found her true home. But when loyalties are tested by differing opinions, a wall starts to form between Dez and the people she's come to care for, Caleb most of all. Dez will have to decide between standing up for what is right or losing Caleb for good.
The thing that really makes this series is the characters. I mean, don't get me wrong, all of the paranormal elements are stellar themselves, it's just that I love the characters even more. Just simply the way all of the students have come together despite their original mistrust is astounding. They couldn't have come from more different backgrounds. Despite being able to shift into animals or manipulate the shadows, the only thing any of them really had in common was their suspicions of the other clans. So now to see them not only getting along, but also defying their parents and the shifter council to work together fighting against the Tribunal, it just incredible. But, even better, the characters are just as amazing individually as they are as a whole as they each have their own unique personalities. From Dez's fierce determination to fight for what is right, to November's playfulness, and even to Morfael's mysteriousness, you won't find a two dimensional character in the bunch.
I have to say that I'm not entirely sure how I feel about what is going on in the love department in Othermoon. At the start Caleb and Dez couldn't possibly be any more in love, but it doesn't take long for the happy glow to start dimming. In all honesty, it is both of them that are equally the problem, especially since neither one wanted to budge at all. If they had only taken a step back to consider the other side of things they wouldn't be at such odds. Relationships take work normally, but when you stack in the odds against them, it only makes it more important for them to really try. I'm not really sure how I even feel about them as a pair anymore since neither one seem prepared to fight for the other. Also, there did seem to be a possible love triangle, which honestly has me less than thrilled, but perhaps it might work out for the better in the long run if Caleb and Dez don't get their act together.
I was utterly astonished with the ending of Othermoon. While it wasn't a cliffhanger, I still feel like I was sucker punched in the gut. In fact, I had to take a step back for a few days before writing this review otherwise my rating probably would have been much lower due to my devastation. Now that I've had a little time to separate myself, I realize that regardless of my feelings about the ending events, Othermoon was still a very good book. In fact, while I might like the way things ended up, I do have to applaud Nina Berry for her guts in making that hard decision. Although I have to be honest that it does make me rather nervous to see what shockers are in store next since this is only book two in the series. Fans of the the first installment will be more than pleased with Othermoon as it provides a solid block of entertainment that will leave you breathless in the end. Quite simply put, this is the most unique series I have read in a very long time and it is not to be missed!
January 14, 2013
Berry seems to be a victim of the sophomore curse. Othermoon fell flat for me in many areas. While this book had a lot of potential, most of that potential was not realized. Berry had the opportunity to carry on the amazing story she wrote with Otherkin, and it seemed as if she attempted to. However, this effort was not nearly as good as the first novel.
The character development in this story was non-existent. Sure, we learned more things about Dez throughout the course of this book, including where she came from, but Dez, herself, did not grow or change at all. An outward change forced on a character does not change who or what the character is. Dez was the exact same person at the end of the novel that she was in the beginning. Likewise, while other characters confessed things randomly, and in unnatural ways, their inherent personalities remained the same. No one gained strength or showed any improvement or growth, other than Lazar and Caleb. I loved Lazar in this book, and I am interested to learn more about him. Caleb turned into an abusive, creepy jerk, but the rest of the characters pretty much remained the same.
The plot was very clearly manipulated by Berry. Nothing happened naturally. Every single occurrence seemed forced, and it was obvious that the author was manipulating the story line in order to achieve the desired outcome. This made the entire book seem unrealistic. Therefore, I was unable to read this novel with a willing suspension of disbelief because nothing seemed natural. Odd character behaviors came out of nowhere without warning, and a lot of what the characters said didn't make sense. Furthermore, every event was so orchestrated and coincidental that I couldn't possibly buy into what Berry was selling.
Overall, I'd only recommend this book to you if you read the first novel in the series. The concept is still intriguing, and I will give the third book a chance, but right now I am not impressed with this series. The first book was amazing, and that caused me to have high hopes for the sequel. Unfortunately, Othermoon did not live up to those expectations. Here's hoping book three will be better.
The character development in this story was non-existent. Sure, we learned more things about Dez throughout the course of this book, including where she came from, but Dez, herself, did not grow or change at all. An outward change forced on a character does not change who or what the character is. Dez was the exact same person at the end of the novel that she was in the beginning. Likewise, while other characters confessed things randomly, and in unnatural ways, their inherent personalities remained the same. No one gained strength or showed any improvement or growth, other than Lazar and Caleb. I loved Lazar in this book, and I am interested to learn more about him. Caleb turned into an abusive, creepy jerk, but the rest of the characters pretty much remained the same.
The plot was very clearly manipulated by Berry. Nothing happened naturally. Every single occurrence seemed forced, and it was obvious that the author was manipulating the story line in order to achieve the desired outcome. This made the entire book seem unrealistic. Therefore, I was unable to read this novel with a willing suspension of disbelief because nothing seemed natural. Odd character behaviors came out of nowhere without warning, and a lot of what the characters said didn't make sense. Furthermore, every event was so orchestrated and coincidental that I couldn't possibly buy into what Berry was selling.
Overall, I'd only recommend this book to you if you read the first novel in the series. The concept is still intriguing, and I will give the third book a chance, but right now I am not impressed with this series. The first book was amazing, and that caused me to have high hopes for the sequel. Unfortunately, Othermoon did not live up to those expectations. Here's hoping book three will be better.
April 19, 2024
This was so good, and I'm so excited to finally finish out this series! Must read more now!
*First Read February 7th, 2013*
Great book, sad that there was romantic conflict to the point where they've broken up, and that death at the end was really sad! Poor Ember!
*First Read February 7th, 2013*
Great book, sad that there was romantic conflict to the point where they've broken up, and that death at the end was really sad! Poor Ember!
January 20, 2013
This exciting sequel to Otherkin has Dez and her friends and fellow shape-shifters London, November, Arnoldo, and Siku and her boyfriend Caleb along with his half-sister Amaris trying to find a way to defeat the Tribunal which is headed by Ximon who is Caleb and Amaris's father. Ximon's goal is to eliminate all Other kind and believes he is on a mission from God.
Dez is still really coming to terms with the idea that she is a tiger-shifter and possibly the last of her kind. She was raised by humans and didn't even know about Other kind until Ximon's people tried to kidnap her in the first book in this series. Dez has many questions about her heritage. She learns a bit more in this episode when she begins getting messages from someone on the other side of the barrier separating the worlds who seems to be her biological mother.
Dez is a strong character who is willing to do whatever she has to if she believes it is the right thing to do. This causes problems both with the elder other kin and with Caleb. It puts major strains on her friendships and makes her seem bossy and untrusting. When she works with Ximon's other son Lazar who is still ostensibly a follower of his father, it really strains her relationship with Caleb. Lazar killed Caleb's mother and Caleb wants him dead. He can't believe that Lazar really has changed and is convinced that his actions are just part of a plot to betray the other kin.
The group has to stop Ximon before he finds a way to close off Earth from the other world and cause all the shifters and magic users to lose their powers. There are lots of dangerous situations in this action-packed story that will keep any adventure fan satisfied to the last pages. Romance fans who fell in love with Dez and Caleb together will have a much more disappointing experience but can hold on to the hope that things will work out for the two of them.
I recommend this to fans of paranormal stories. Tiger shifters are really cool! The information about real-life tigers at the end will send many readers looking for more information too.
Dez is still really coming to terms with the idea that she is a tiger-shifter and possibly the last of her kind. She was raised by humans and didn't even know about Other kind until Ximon's people tried to kidnap her in the first book in this series. Dez has many questions about her heritage. She learns a bit more in this episode when she begins getting messages from someone on the other side of the barrier separating the worlds who seems to be her biological mother.
Dez is a strong character who is willing to do whatever she has to if she believes it is the right thing to do. This causes problems both with the elder other kin and with Caleb. It puts major strains on her friendships and makes her seem bossy and untrusting. When she works with Ximon's other son Lazar who is still ostensibly a follower of his father, it really strains her relationship with Caleb. Lazar killed Caleb's mother and Caleb wants him dead. He can't believe that Lazar really has changed and is convinced that his actions are just part of a plot to betray the other kin.
The group has to stop Ximon before he finds a way to close off Earth from the other world and cause all the shifters and magic users to lose their powers. There are lots of dangerous situations in this action-packed story that will keep any adventure fan satisfied to the last pages. Romance fans who fell in love with Dez and Caleb together will have a much more disappointing experience but can hold on to the hope that things will work out for the two of them.
I recommend this to fans of paranormal stories. Tiger shifters are really cool! The information about real-life tigers at the end will send many readers looking for more information too.
May 1, 2013
Originally posted at: http://iliveforreading.blogspot.sg/20...
After reading Otherkin by Nina Berry, I was DEFINITELY stoked to read the sequel. I really enjoyed the paranormal, and so luckily, Nina Berry is apart of our Books That Glow 2013 event, so I had the chance to be invited to read this original series.
While I did enjoy Othermoon, I felt that this one wasn't as good as the first book. That's why I took this one a little slower when reading, because there were some dry parts, but I must say the action and new love triangle *wink* kept me enthralled in the story.
What love triangle you ask? Well, you'll just have to read and see. All I'm going to say is that I found myself leaning towards the other guy (not Caleb in other words... I know. Shocking!) in this book. Oh and just a little hint– it's someone from Otherkin! He's just absolutely yummy. Scrumptious, in fact, in this book.
I found myself feeling the same way about the characters from the first book. Caleb, just went a little "down" in my opinion, but I still loved Dez and the rest of the shape-shifters. It was good to be back with the gang, with the same high-packed action that never fails to surprise me.
I still, however, get a little confused with the "history" and the "science" behind their shape-shifting. With the rival groups, with the type of groups, etc. I've never been good with understanding the concept and historical story of paranormal shape-shifters among various other things, so maybe that's just me.
I would definitely recommend you check out this series! Othermoon was an enthralling follow up to creative first book. I really do hope there's a sequel, because even though things were tied up more or less, and there was no cliffhanger, I really want to find out what happens next. Nina Berry: book 3? PLEASE?
▪ Thank you so much to Nina Berry for sending a copy of Othermoon for review and for BTG2013! ▪
After reading Otherkin by Nina Berry, I was DEFINITELY stoked to read the sequel. I really enjoyed the paranormal, and so luckily, Nina Berry is apart of our Books That Glow 2013 event, so I had the chance to be invited to read this original series.
While I did enjoy Othermoon, I felt that this one wasn't as good as the first book. That's why I took this one a little slower when reading, because there were some dry parts, but I must say the action and new love triangle *wink* kept me enthralled in the story.
What love triangle you ask? Well, you'll just have to read and see. All I'm going to say is that I found myself leaning towards the other guy (not Caleb in other words... I know. Shocking!) in this book. Oh and just a little hint– it's someone from Otherkin! He's just absolutely yummy. Scrumptious, in fact, in this book.
I found myself feeling the same way about the characters from the first book. Caleb, just went a little "down" in my opinion, but I still loved Dez and the rest of the shape-shifters. It was good to be back with the gang, with the same high-packed action that never fails to surprise me.
I still, however, get a little confused with the "history" and the "science" behind their shape-shifting. With the rival groups, with the type of groups, etc. I've never been good with understanding the concept and historical story of paranormal shape-shifters among various other things, so maybe that's just me.
I would definitely recommend you check out this series! Othermoon was an enthralling follow up to creative first book. I really do hope there's a sequel, because even though things were tied up more or less, and there was no cliffhanger, I really want to find out what happens next. Nina Berry: book 3? PLEASE?
▪ Thank you so much to Nina Berry for sending a copy of Othermoon for review and for BTG2013! ▪
December 28, 2012
Dez and the others involved in ending the Ximon’s plans in Otherkin have all had their homes broken in to. They discover that every one of them is missing something that contains their DNA. Deciding that this can not be good and Ximon must be up to something again Dez and gang head out to the new school.
Choices are made, secrets are kept and Dez might have to sacrifice her love for saving the world. An enemy is helping her and her friends and family don’t understand, leaving her isolated from the group. Facing obstacles at every turn, Dez must rely on her inner-strength to make sure they all survive, even when it might cost her everything she holds dear.
I honestly can’t say more about the storyline without giving something essential away and I much rather you discover this brilliant story for your self. I will say that this was an action packed, mystery, adventure that you should positively read. I really loved the characters and enjoyed their interaction and emotional depth. I was a little lost in the beginning, I did not read Otherkin, so I did have to play some catch up. That being said, I will undoubtedly be back reading this series because it’s definitely a YA series that I want to follow.
This ARC copy of Othermoon was given to me by Netgalley and Kensington Publishing Corp. - K-Teen in exchange for an honest review. Publish Date January 29, 2013.
For more reviews check out Tome Tender.
Choices are made, secrets are kept and Dez might have to sacrifice her love for saving the world. An enemy is helping her and her friends and family don’t understand, leaving her isolated from the group. Facing obstacles at every turn, Dez must rely on her inner-strength to make sure they all survive, even when it might cost her everything she holds dear.
I honestly can’t say more about the storyline without giving something essential away and I much rather you discover this brilliant story for your self. I will say that this was an action packed, mystery, adventure that you should positively read. I really loved the characters and enjoyed their interaction and emotional depth. I was a little lost in the beginning, I did not read Otherkin, so I did have to play some catch up. That being said, I will undoubtedly be back reading this series because it’s definitely a YA series that I want to follow.
This ARC copy of Othermoon was given to me by Netgalley and Kensington Publishing Corp. - K-Teen in exchange for an honest review. Publish Date January 29, 2013.
For more reviews check out Tome Tender.
February 6, 2013
great book cann't wait to read what happens next.
April 24, 2013
This book was a little more annoying than the frat book. And I'm NOT a fan of Lazar not matter how sad his story is
May 14, 2013
What's with all these love triangles. This is the fourth in a row or something.
September 6, 2017
Dez is struggling to keep everything normal in her crazy life. But when her mom gets possessed by a spirit in the Otherworld, Dez realizes that nothing will be normal again.
The only way to stop things from escalating out of control is to try and stop Ximon from destroying Dez's new life.
But because the other kids in her band of merry friends are not so keen on trusting Lazar, who truth be told was on the other side of the team not too long ago, Dez has to decide on who to trust and who to keep in the loop.
Because Dez wants to stop Ximon for good, and the only way to get inside their new compound is to trust Lazar. And by trusting him, Dez could be risking all of her friends' lives, and risk losing them all for good.
Sadly, Dez has been put in this situation, and she must make a decision fast, before time runs out.
So...this series...I like it. I do. I love shifter books. But for some reason, there is something missing for me... I'm reading all three books, don't get me wrong, but I dunno. Maybe I'm not connecting that much with the characters or the book just doesn't have enough to keep me going, but this book was a bit of a struggle to get through for me.
Dez is a leader, but she wasn't like that when we first met her, so it's a bit unrealistic for me that she would become the leader after she shifted when she was a shy, awkward teenage girl in high school. Plus, she's a little bit bossy. Granted, everyone looks to her to get directions on what to do when they are in a middle of a battle, but she takes this new role way too seriously, to be honest.
And I know I was a bit against team Dez and Caleb, but after this book I think I like Caleb so much more. He was justified in everything that he said and why he felt the way he did, and Dez had no excuses to give for it. She treated him very badly, and now I want Caleb to have his own book and find a girl that is worthy of him.
I'm hoping things get better in the 3rd book, and that things get to my liking again. But, then again, having it go the other way would be okay too. I'm going to read it no matter what, so we shall see what happens!
The only way to stop things from escalating out of control is to try and stop Ximon from destroying Dez's new life.
But because the other kids in her band of merry friends are not so keen on trusting Lazar, who truth be told was on the other side of the team not too long ago, Dez has to decide on who to trust and who to keep in the loop.
Because Dez wants to stop Ximon for good, and the only way to get inside their new compound is to trust Lazar. And by trusting him, Dez could be risking all of her friends' lives, and risk losing them all for good.
Sadly, Dez has been put in this situation, and she must make a decision fast, before time runs out.
So...this series...I like it. I do. I love shifter books. But for some reason, there is something missing for me... I'm reading all three books, don't get me wrong, but I dunno. Maybe I'm not connecting that much with the characters or the book just doesn't have enough to keep me going, but this book was a bit of a struggle to get through for me.
Dez is a leader, but she wasn't like that when we first met her, so it's a bit unrealistic for me that she would become the leader after she shifted when she was a shy, awkward teenage girl in high school. Plus, she's a little bit bossy. Granted, everyone looks to her to get directions on what to do when they are in a middle of a battle, but she takes this new role way too seriously, to be honest.
And I know I was a bit against team Dez and Caleb, but after this book I think I like Caleb so much more. He was justified in everything that he said and why he felt the way he did, and Dez had no excuses to give for it. She treated him very badly, and now I want Caleb to have his own book and find a girl that is worthy of him.
I'm hoping things get better in the 3rd book, and that things get to my liking again. But, then again, having it go the other way would be okay too. I'm going to read it no matter what, so we shall see what happens!
January 31, 2013
Originally posted at City of Books - http://ecstatic-for-books.blogspot.com/
Othermoon is a great follow-up to Otherkin. It's a lot darker, though, and there's a lot more at stake. The plot is gripping and fast-paced, with lots of action. With a sequel like this, I'm literally craving the next book!
It's amazing how much Dez has grown to accept herself as a tiger-shifter. She loves shifting, and being in her tiger form makes her feel comfortable. She's changed a lot from who she was at the beginning of Otherkin - she's tougher, stronger, and, well, even more stubborn. Her pride gets in the way of a lot of things in this book, but I understand why she makes the decisions she does. I don't necessarily agree with them, though. I found it admirable that Dez stood up for what she believed in even with practically no one on her side, but I wish she had put herself in the place of the others to see things from their point of view. Dez also grows into her role as a leader, and I think she makes a great one because she's so focused. She goes through a lot in this book; some really personal stuff too. Her biological mom, for example. Yeah, Dez gets to communicate with her, though she's not what she expected. Dez's relationship with Caleb takes a turn for the worse in Othermoon, and I wanted to knock some sense into both of them throughout the better part of the novel!
We see a different side of Caleb in this book. He's not as humourous or carefree as he was in Otherkin. In fact, he seems like a completely different person, broody most of the time. That doesn't mean he wasn't still awesome, though! On the contrary. I'm still full-on Team Caleb. What I didn't like about him in this book was his irrational jealousy. He should know that he's everything to Dez and that she loves him. But no, he misinterprets a lot of things, and ends up jumping to conclusions. Of course, not all of them are unwarranted. But still, I almost yelled out loud in some scenes! There's a barrier that forms between Caleb and Dez about halfway through the book, a barrier that I doubt will disappear anytime soon. And that really breaks my heart, because I think they're amazing together, and they bring out the best in each other. Caleb and Dez did have some great moments in Othermoon. Here's a couple of teasers that will leave you wanting more!
His voice got low, sending a thrilling vibration down to my toes. “Because the next time I get you alone, nobody’s going to stop me.”
He said nothing, only kissed me again with a craving that pulled the breath from my body.
Do they make you want to pick up the book right now? I sure hope so! Things really heat up between Caleb and Dez in this book, and that leaves me with hope for the two of them. Because they really are meant for each other.
And now we come to Lazar, a.k.a. the guy who messes up everything. If you remember him from Otherkin, you know that he's Caleb's half-brother. Well, he's suddenly had a loyalty change. He turns to Amaris, his sister, for help, and she brings him to Dez and Caleb. Caleb, of course, wants nothing to do with him. Understandably. Dez, on the other hand, holds out the olive branch. I was initially surprised with her decision, but I kind of get it. She'll do whatever it takes to bring down the initiative and make sure her friends are safe. Even if it means asking the enemy for help.
I felt really conflicted about Lazar in this book. I empathized with him, and he reminds me of Warner from Shatter Me. In fact, Dez, Caleb and Lazar all remind me of Juliette, Adam and Warner. That's why I find it weird that in Shatter Me I'm Team Warner but here I'm definitely Team Caleb. Lazar has come over to the good side, but I blame him for the rift between Dez and Caleb, so I can't bring myself to like him too much. I do appreciate that he was there for Dez when Caleb wasn't, though. I don't know what will happen in the next book, but judging by the end of this one, I think Lazar's going to be pretty happy where he is.
We also get to see a lot more of the otherkin, as well as Amaris. She's not as frail as she was in Othermoon, since she's been training with the otherkin, too. I liked seeing her with Caleb, because I could tell how much they cared for each other. I felt really sorry for Amaris at times, usually when she was with Caleb and Lazar and they were at each other's throats. She loves both her brothers and they love her, but they can't stand one another. Amaris hates that, but she's helpless. I found it ironic how she secretly communicated with Caleb in Otherkin and now with Lazar in Othermoon. But I sympathize with her because she had to hide her affection for each brother, in both books. Hopefully things start to look up in book 3!
London, November, Siku and Arnaldo are exactly how they were in Otherkin. I was maybe a little disappointed with the lack in development, but I loved the new relationship that cropped up. I won't say who! We get to see a different side of November as well, and find out a shocking secret about London! I have to admit I never saw that one coming. All the otherkin develop their skills in this sequel, and they discover something new about their shifter forms - another thing I never saw coming! This book is just full of surprises. Not all of them good ones, but then they never are all good, right?
Nina Berry brings in some physics into this book in addition to the paranormal, which I loved! The whole concept about the particle accelerator was so intriguing. There was a lot of depth to the explanation, which was great to see, because you don't find that in a lot of novels. Overall, this book was fantastic - it had everything I could possibly want, and more. The ending is bittersweet, but I liked it. It doesn't leave you hanging, so thank goodness for that (I hate cliffhangers)! What I love most about this series is its unpredictability. I don't know what the next book will bring, so I'm eagerly looking forward to it!
*Thank you to Nina Berry for providing an ARC for review*
Rating: 4.5/5
Othermoon is a great follow-up to Otherkin. It's a lot darker, though, and there's a lot more at stake. The plot is gripping and fast-paced, with lots of action. With a sequel like this, I'm literally craving the next book!
It's amazing how much Dez has grown to accept herself as a tiger-shifter. She loves shifting, and being in her tiger form makes her feel comfortable. She's changed a lot from who she was at the beginning of Otherkin - she's tougher, stronger, and, well, even more stubborn. Her pride gets in the way of a lot of things in this book, but I understand why she makes the decisions she does. I don't necessarily agree with them, though. I found it admirable that Dez stood up for what she believed in even with practically no one on her side, but I wish she had put herself in the place of the others to see things from their point of view. Dez also grows into her role as a leader, and I think she makes a great one because she's so focused. She goes through a lot in this book; some really personal stuff too. Her biological mom, for example. Yeah, Dez gets to communicate with her, though she's not what she expected. Dez's relationship with Caleb takes a turn for the worse in Othermoon, and I wanted to knock some sense into both of them throughout the better part of the novel!
We see a different side of Caleb in this book. He's not as humourous or carefree as he was in Otherkin. In fact, he seems like a completely different person, broody most of the time. That doesn't mean he wasn't still awesome, though! On the contrary. I'm still full-on Team Caleb. What I didn't like about him in this book was his irrational jealousy. He should know that he's everything to Dez and that she loves him. But no, he misinterprets a lot of things, and ends up jumping to conclusions. Of course, not all of them are unwarranted. But still, I almost yelled out loud in some scenes! There's a barrier that forms between Caleb and Dez about halfway through the book, a barrier that I doubt will disappear anytime soon. And that really breaks my heart, because I think they're amazing together, and they bring out the best in each other. Caleb and Dez did have some great moments in Othermoon. Here's a couple of teasers that will leave you wanting more!
His voice got low, sending a thrilling vibration down to my toes. “Because the next time I get you alone, nobody’s going to stop me.”
He said nothing, only kissed me again with a craving that pulled the breath from my body.
Do they make you want to pick up the book right now? I sure hope so! Things really heat up between Caleb and Dez in this book, and that leaves me with hope for the two of them. Because they really are meant for each other.
And now we come to Lazar, a.k.a. the guy who messes up everything. If you remember him from Otherkin, you know that he's Caleb's half-brother. Well, he's suddenly had a loyalty change. He turns to Amaris, his sister, for help, and she brings him to Dez and Caleb. Caleb, of course, wants nothing to do with him. Understandably. Dez, on the other hand, holds out the olive branch. I was initially surprised with her decision, but I kind of get it. She'll do whatever it takes to bring down the initiative and make sure her friends are safe. Even if it means asking the enemy for help.
I felt really conflicted about Lazar in this book. I empathized with him, and he reminds me of Warner from Shatter Me. In fact, Dez, Caleb and Lazar all remind me of Juliette, Adam and Warner. That's why I find it weird that in Shatter Me I'm Team Warner but here I'm definitely Team Caleb. Lazar has come over to the good side, but I blame him for the rift between Dez and Caleb, so I can't bring myself to like him too much. I do appreciate that he was there for Dez when Caleb wasn't, though. I don't know what will happen in the next book, but judging by the end of this one, I think Lazar's going to be pretty happy where he is.
We also get to see a lot more of the otherkin, as well as Amaris. She's not as frail as she was in Othermoon, since she's been training with the otherkin, too. I liked seeing her with Caleb, because I could tell how much they cared for each other. I felt really sorry for Amaris at times, usually when she was with Caleb and Lazar and they were at each other's throats. She loves both her brothers and they love her, but they can't stand one another. Amaris hates that, but she's helpless. I found it ironic how she secretly communicated with Caleb in Otherkin and now with Lazar in Othermoon. But I sympathize with her because she had to hide her affection for each brother, in both books. Hopefully things start to look up in book 3!
London, November, Siku and Arnaldo are exactly how they were in Otherkin. I was maybe a little disappointed with the lack in development, but I loved the new relationship that cropped up. I won't say who! We get to see a different side of November as well, and find out a shocking secret about London! I have to admit I never saw that one coming. All the otherkin develop their skills in this sequel, and they discover something new about their shifter forms - another thing I never saw coming! This book is just full of surprises. Not all of them good ones, but then they never are all good, right?
Nina Berry brings in some physics into this book in addition to the paranormal, which I loved! The whole concept about the particle accelerator was so intriguing. There was a lot of depth to the explanation, which was great to see, because you don't find that in a lot of novels. Overall, this book was fantastic - it had everything I could possibly want, and more. The ending is bittersweet, but I liked it. It doesn't leave you hanging, so thank goodness for that (I hate cliffhangers)! What I love most about this series is its unpredictability. I don't know what the next book will bring, so I'm eagerly looking forward to it!
*Thank you to Nina Berry for providing an ARC for review*
Rating: 4.5/5
November 1, 2019
I really want to enjoy this series but I really do not enjoy teenage romance angst. Frankly, the book would be stronger without it, especially if it didn't involve a love triangle. I think authors think that there must be a love triangle in order for a book to be successful. I'm more of the mind that the book must be well-written in order for a book to be successful. (I'm probably wrong--just look at Twilight!)
In any case, I enjoyed the book. I like the growing powers. I like the revelations and twists.
This is just a fun series. I'm looking forward to Othersphere
In any case, I enjoyed the book. I like the growing powers. I like the revelations and twists.
This is just a fun series. I'm looking forward to Othersphere
November 24, 2020
This series starts off like young adult books. I had to stop reading the series in the middle of this book. It has detailed sexual scenes that I wouldn't consider young-adult content, and is written as if the characters are much older and more experienced than I would expect given their previous behavior and backgrounds. The sudden jump from innocent, inexperienced youths to hot and heavy casual experienced lovers (especially coupled with the level of detail in the scenes in what I had thought was a YA book) is jarring and makes me feel uncomfortably as if I was just exposed to something very unsavory - enough so, that I quit reading the book and won't be reading the next. While more worldly teens may not find the books uncomfortable, as an adult, I find it **extremely** uncomfortable and wouldn't recommend them.
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July 17, 2025
We follow how Dez learns more about herself and her love for Caleb, but she now knows his brother Lazar and Caleb has not taken her interest in his family well… because she did not tell him
Lazar is being a double agent from within the Tribunal and tells Dez about a plan to use a collider to destroy all other kin in the world… she convinces the team to help her destroy Ximon’s plan.. council was informed and they arrived to help but not before Siku the bear shifter in their team is killed.
Dez is devastated and question’s everything about her time at the school and her leadership of the team, Caleb leaves and so does November who loved Siku.
I really liked the world Nina has created and I have borrowed the next book in the series from my library..
Lazar is being a double agent from within the Tribunal and tells Dez about a plan to use a collider to destroy all other kin in the world… she convinces the team to help her destroy Ximon’s plan.. council was informed and they arrived to help but not before Siku the bear shifter in their team is killed.
Dez is devastated and question’s everything about her time at the school and her leadership of the team, Caleb leaves and so does November who loved Siku.
I really liked the world Nina has created and I have borrowed the next book in the series from my library..
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May 7, 2021
Good book. It was hard to put down at times, when it wasn't so focused on the romance aspect of it.
Minimal character growth though. Caleb actually had character regression, which I found disappointing as his character seemed to be the strongest In the last book. Dez had extreme character regression. She felt she was better than everyone the entire book, kept important things from Caleb & wondered why he let her go, plus she kept flirting with his brother right in front of him. I did like that November, Arnaldo, London, Amaris, Lazar, & Siku had great character development though, otherwise I would have given it less stars than 3.
Minimal character growth though. Caleb actually had character regression, which I found disappointing as his character seemed to be the strongest In the last book. Dez had extreme character regression. She felt she was better than everyone the entire book, kept important things from Caleb & wondered why he let her go, plus she kept flirting with his brother right in front of him. I did like that November, Arnaldo, London, Amaris, Lazar, & Siku had great character development though, otherwise I would have given it less stars than 3.
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July 15, 2017
Get ready to be taken on a journey much more bittersweet than in first book. Just when Dez and her fellow Otherkin find themselves winning a hard fought battle a shocking loss takes all of them by horrific surprise and left this reader almost as shell shocked as the young shifters.
As some others noted the shift toward a love triangle for Dez really could have been avoided but guess that particular YA genre formula must be followed so it is now a rather unwelcome part of the story line.
As some others noted the shift toward a love triangle for Dez really could have been avoided but guess that particular YA genre formula must be followed so it is now a rather unwelcome part of the story line.
April 5, 2018
I skimmed through most of the book because it failed to hold my attention for longer than 2 minutes at a time! The heroine has the chosen one written all over her. Whether it is a power that she discovers and masters in less than 2 days or every other guy mooning after her, she IS the one. Her love interest decides to turn into an asshole in this book. He accuses her of cheating on him multiple times. Not fun at all!
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June 12, 2021
Book Nerd Your Way 2021... Book #21
Book #2 of the Otherkin continued the fight with the Tribunal and the drama of the kids trying to work together. Fighting to save them all, Dez may lose more that she is ready for. This book really broke my heart. However.... it was a really good read.
Book #2 of the Otherkin continued the fight with the Tribunal and the drama of the kids trying to work together. Fighting to save them all, Dez may lose more that she is ready for. This book really broke my heart. However.... it was a really good read.
August 10, 2018
Back to back hooks throughout the book. Not much of a cliffhanger... which was slightly disappointing , but the author figured out how to keep the story rolling.
November 14, 2019
Not sure the love triangle part was necessary. But good story
December 27, 2012
You know when you have those moments when you’re like “I’m going to rate this book -5,000,000 because it just BROKE MY HEART” and then you realize “CRAPCRAPCRAP IT WAS SUPPOSED TO!”…anybody?
Well, that’s what happened to me with this book, at any rate.
When I reviewed Otherkin, the first book in this series, I can still remember the awesome feeling of how amazingly surprised I was with the book. I’ll be the first to say that I’m a bit of a jaded reader, and I have a LOT of cliché pet peeves that instantly make me dislike a book unless they’re done VERY VERY WELL. One of those is a boarding school setting. But Berry brought that in for Otherkin and I LOVED IT. I couldn’t believe it myself. So needless to say I had high expectations for Othermoon as well, and I basically wasn’t disappointed.
Othermoon picks up basically right where Otherkin left off. Dez and her mom and dad are moving away from their home to flee the Tribunal. The night before they move, Lazar breaks in but doesn’t seem to steal anything, and then Dez’s mom channels this weird thing from the Otherworld that claims to be Dez’s birth mother. All this weirdness ensues, which includes stealing one friend back from his abusive father and causing all sorts of problems.
And then Dez and all her friends end up back at a new school setting.
Honestly, I was hoping for a little bit broader setting with this book. The school was great last time, but I’m always looking for books to expand from this horizon. Granted, the actual school-ness of the setting never overwhelmed the book at all, but still. Personal preference.
I think my real issue with the beginning of the book was Caleb and Dez. Talk about moving fast. Neither of them could think about anything else besides having sex with each other for a good portion or the first part, and it was kinda creepy, not going to lie. I mean, they hadn’t seen each other for months and had only just met a little while ago. But since this didn’t last and wasn’t a part of the book for like 3/4ths of it, I passed over it without too much of a hiccup.
Once again, I was really impressed by Berry’s ability to wrap me into a story which wasn’t particularly new. I mean, one of the bad guys becoming good for a girl? Read that. Dez having an ego moment and thinking she has to do everything on her own, alienating her friends and Caleb in the process? Read that. Love triangle? READ THAT. But the thing is, I never lost interest. I never thought, “Oh yeah, THIS AGAIN.” I totally believed in the story line. Usually when main characters start going off on their own I start screaming “WHY AREN’T YOU TELLING ANYONE ANYTHING?” But Dez’s reasons made just enough sense that I totally believed them. I also totally believed the requisite couples fight that makes room for a new guy in the love triangle. Caleb got FREAKY, but believably freaky and also believably annoyed with Dez. As I was reading, I just couldn’t stop thinking, “I should have so much problem with this events” and being ridiculously impressed that I was totally buying the whole thing. It’s a hard phenomenon to explain, but basically Berry has SO MUCH of my respect for being able to do this.
Like Otherkin, Othermoon NEVER stopped moving. Despite all the crazy world stuff, it was never bogged down with info-dumps. Actually, if there is one problem with the world, I’d say that it’s that we don’t know ENOUGH. I mean, of course we know enough for the purposes of the book. I, as a reader, just need to know more. Like, what is Dez really? Who is that apparition that’s speaking through her mother, really? All of these things being left unanswered is vital to the plot, but I’m very impatient.
I really, really need to get my hands on book 3. I almost can’t handle how much I need to get my hands on book 3.
All in all, I still very much recommend these books to you guys. Othermoon gets only a 1/2 star less than Otherkin, simply because the romance in this one kind of threw me off, but obviously not by much. I legitimately still cannot get over how impressed I am that Berry can make plot devices I’ve seen before seem so interesting and keep me so invested, given that I’m so hard to please once I’ve seen something more than twice. Not only that, but the believability of the characters is supremely fantastic. You don’t always see this in a lot of YA lit. So READ THESE BOOKS.
Well, that’s what happened to me with this book, at any rate.
When I reviewed Otherkin, the first book in this series, I can still remember the awesome feeling of how amazingly surprised I was with the book. I’ll be the first to say that I’m a bit of a jaded reader, and I have a LOT of cliché pet peeves that instantly make me dislike a book unless they’re done VERY VERY WELL. One of those is a boarding school setting. But Berry brought that in for Otherkin and I LOVED IT. I couldn’t believe it myself. So needless to say I had high expectations for Othermoon as well, and I basically wasn’t disappointed.
Othermoon picks up basically right where Otherkin left off. Dez and her mom and dad are moving away from their home to flee the Tribunal. The night before they move, Lazar breaks in but doesn’t seem to steal anything, and then Dez’s mom channels this weird thing from the Otherworld that claims to be Dez’s birth mother. All this weirdness ensues, which includes stealing one friend back from his abusive father and causing all sorts of problems.
And then Dez and all her friends end up back at a new school setting.
Honestly, I was hoping for a little bit broader setting with this book. The school was great last time, but I’m always looking for books to expand from this horizon. Granted, the actual school-ness of the setting never overwhelmed the book at all, but still. Personal preference.
I think my real issue with the beginning of the book was Caleb and Dez. Talk about moving fast. Neither of them could think about anything else besides having sex with each other for a good portion or the first part, and it was kinda creepy, not going to lie. I mean, they hadn’t seen each other for months and had only just met a little while ago. But since this didn’t last and wasn’t a part of the book for like 3/4ths of it, I passed over it without too much of a hiccup.
Once again, I was really impressed by Berry’s ability to wrap me into a story which wasn’t particularly new. I mean, one of the bad guys becoming good for a girl? Read that. Dez having an ego moment and thinking she has to do everything on her own, alienating her friends and Caleb in the process? Read that. Love triangle? READ THAT. But the thing is, I never lost interest. I never thought, “Oh yeah, THIS AGAIN.” I totally believed in the story line. Usually when main characters start going off on their own I start screaming “WHY AREN’T YOU TELLING ANYONE ANYTHING?” But Dez’s reasons made just enough sense that I totally believed them. I also totally believed the requisite couples fight that makes room for a new guy in the love triangle. Caleb got FREAKY, but believably freaky and also believably annoyed with Dez. As I was reading, I just couldn’t stop thinking, “I should have so much problem with this events” and being ridiculously impressed that I was totally buying the whole thing. It’s a hard phenomenon to explain, but basically Berry has SO MUCH of my respect for being able to do this.
Like Otherkin, Othermoon NEVER stopped moving. Despite all the crazy world stuff, it was never bogged down with info-dumps. Actually, if there is one problem with the world, I’d say that it’s that we don’t know ENOUGH. I mean, of course we know enough for the purposes of the book. I, as a reader, just need to know more. Like, what is Dez really? Who is that apparition that’s speaking through her mother, really? All of these things being left unanswered is vital to the plot, but I’m very impatient.
I really, really need to get my hands on book 3. I almost can’t handle how much I need to get my hands on book 3.
All in all, I still very much recommend these books to you guys. Othermoon gets only a 1/2 star less than Otherkin, simply because the romance in this one kind of threw me off, but obviously not by much. I legitimately still cannot get over how impressed I am that Berry can make plot devices I’ve seen before seem so interesting and keep me so invested, given that I’m so hard to please once I’ve seen something more than twice. Not only that, but the believability of the characters is supremely fantastic. You don’t always see this in a lot of YA lit. So READ THESE BOOKS.
January 25, 2024
Originally posted to A Bookworm's Confessions
Othermoon begins not long after the events of Otherkin. Dez is listening to music in the middle of the night when she hears something. It turns out Lazar has broken into her house but nothing seems to be disturbed. She chases him out into the rain and to the lightning tree. Lazar manages to escape and Dez's mom and Richard catch up with her at the tree. Something strange begins to happen to her mother and she suddenly becomes possessed by another being from the Othersphere. She tells Dez that she is her daughter but is unable to last very long in her mother's body. She calls Dez an Amba, the same name Ximon called her when he saw her.
It turns out Lazar stole a hairbrush from Dez. She gets in touch with all of her friends except Arnaldo and discover that things with their DNA have been stolen as well. Lazar left a note apologizing and asking for forgiveness. This is odd but Dez has to worry about other things, not Lazar's peculiar behavior.
The gang meets up in Las Vegas where they are eventually found by the Tribunal. While they are escaping, Dez runs into Lazar again. He gets attacked by Caleb who hates him for killing his mother. Lazar tells Dez that he hasn't told anyone about where they are and warns them about the exits. Dez's compassion at the end of Otherkin planted a seed and Lazar wants out from under his father's abuse.
The group heads to Arnaldo's to bring him to the school. They find out that his house wasn't attacked because his father gave the Tribunal some of his DNA. When Arnaldo leaves to go to school, his father disowns him. He is a drunk and hits his children which makes Dez eventually call child services.
Once they make it to the school, Caleb and Dez stay behind and things start to get hot and heavy before they are interrupted by Amaris and Lazar climbing into the van. Lazar has information. The Tribunal is building a particle accelerator and for some reason they needed the DNA from each of the remaining tribes of shifters. Lazar agrees to get the plans and layout of the Tribunal's compound in exchange for help to escape the Tribunal.
No one trusts Lazar except Dez and Amaris. Dez sneaks around Caleb and the others to get information from Lazar, eventually leading to the break up of Caleb and Dez. Caleb says he can't trust her and he sees the way Lazar looks at her and holds her.
The group eventually attacks the Tribunal compound using Lazar's information but it's a trap. They escape and Dez does some awesome things with her power. Their escape comes with a cost. One of their number dies at the hands of Ximon . Lots of things go down during that attack and escape and most of it is pretty interesting and helps develop the world of the shifters.
In the end, Caleb leaves while everyone else, including Lazar returns to the school. There is a budding relationship between Lazar and Dez, one that Caleb can't ignore.
I liked this book more than Otherkin. We learn more about the world of the otherkin and the shifters. We learn about the power of the othersphere and a little bit more about Dez's origins. It's very interesting. It deserves a solid 4.5 stars.
Othermoon begins not long after the events of Otherkin. Dez is listening to music in the middle of the night when she hears something. It turns out Lazar has broken into her house but nothing seems to be disturbed. She chases him out into the rain and to the lightning tree. Lazar manages to escape and Dez's mom and Richard catch up with her at the tree. Something strange begins to happen to her mother and she suddenly becomes possessed by another being from the Othersphere. She tells Dez that she is her daughter but is unable to last very long in her mother's body. She calls Dez an Amba, the same name Ximon called her when he saw her.
It turns out Lazar stole a hairbrush from Dez. She gets in touch with all of her friends except Arnaldo and discover that things with their DNA have been stolen as well. Lazar left a note apologizing and asking for forgiveness. This is odd but Dez has to worry about other things, not Lazar's peculiar behavior.
The gang meets up in Las Vegas where they are eventually found by the Tribunal. While they are escaping, Dez runs into Lazar again. He gets attacked by Caleb who hates him for killing his mother. Lazar tells Dez that he hasn't told anyone about where they are and warns them about the exits. Dez's compassion at the end of Otherkin planted a seed and Lazar wants out from under his father's abuse.
The group heads to Arnaldo's to bring him to the school. They find out that his house wasn't attacked because his father gave the Tribunal some of his DNA. When Arnaldo leaves to go to school, his father disowns him. He is a drunk and hits his children which makes Dez eventually call child services.
Once they make it to the school, Caleb and Dez stay behind and things start to get hot and heavy before they are interrupted by Amaris and Lazar climbing into the van. Lazar has information. The Tribunal is building a particle accelerator and for some reason they needed the DNA from each of the remaining tribes of shifters. Lazar agrees to get the plans and layout of the Tribunal's compound in exchange for help to escape the Tribunal.
No one trusts Lazar except Dez and Amaris. Dez sneaks around Caleb and the others to get information from Lazar, eventually leading to the break up of Caleb and Dez. Caleb says he can't trust her and he sees the way Lazar looks at her and holds her.
The group eventually attacks the Tribunal compound using Lazar's information but it's a trap. They escape and Dez does some awesome things with her power. Their escape comes with a cost. One of their number dies at the hands of Ximon . Lots of things go down during that attack and escape and most of it is pretty interesting and helps develop the world of the shifters.
In the end, Caleb leaves while everyone else, including Lazar returns to the school. There is a budding relationship between Lazar and Dez, one that Caleb can't ignore.
I liked this book more than Otherkin. We learn more about the world of the otherkin and the shifters. We learn about the power of the othersphere and a little bit more about Dez's origins. It's very interesting. It deserves a solid 4.5 stars.
February 3, 2013
Dez is hoping life might head in the direction of normal - at least for a little while. After rescuing Siku, a fellow shifter and friend, from the Tribunal with the rest of their friends she just wants a break. But then a stranger breaks in and steals her DNA, and her Mom is possessed by something from the Othersphere - something that just may be Dez's birth mother. Forced to go on the run again, Dez returns to Morphael's school so that they can make a plan to stop the Tribunal from wiping out all the otherkin in one attack. But can Dez and her friends stop a particle accelerator or is that too big for the teens? And will Dez be able to do the right thing for the damaged Lazar and keep her relationship with Caleb from crumbling? I went into this with very high hopes, having really loved the first book. I was disappointed. Dez has almost no character development, shows signs of idiotic martyr syndrome, and moons over Caleb who treats her like dirt for most of the book. Not that she's perfect either, as she persists in lying to him about anything involving his enemy, half-brother Lazar. I thought that the only one who really showed any development was Lazar, who became a truly interesting and layered character in this book. November and Siku's relationship wasn't a surprise, and Arnaldo's family issues were just another situation for Dez to meddle in when she should have kept out of it. I was surprised by London and Amaris' relationship and how close they became, but it was extremely sweet. It almost made up for the emotionally unstable train-wreck that Dez and Caleb were building throughout the book as I watched in horror. The plot itself felt like a less thought-out redux of the first book, with them trying to stop the bad guys against all odds. And the revelations about Dez's birth mother and her true origins were kind of 'blah.' Ximon became even more one-dimensional as a villain, with even more evil deeds being added to his greatest hits. But I am still holding out hope for the next book and thinking that maybe Nina Berry just succumbed to the disease that seems to plague YA authors.....the dreaded sophomore syndrome! Overall, not what I would have liked to read but better than a lot of second books in series that I've read in the past.
VERDICT: 2.5/5 Stars
* I received an Advanced Reading E-book Copy from the publisher, via NetGalley. No money or favors were exchanged for this review. This book was published January 29th, 2013.*
VERDICT: 2.5/5 Stars
* I received an Advanced Reading E-book Copy from the publisher, via NetGalley. No money or favors were exchanged for this review. This book was published January 29th, 2013.*
February 5, 2013
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I am a big fan of Otherkin, the first book in the series. I thought it was fun and exciting so I was really looking forward to reading Othermoon. I did really like it but it was very different from the first book which I am not sure I liked.
There is no fun and laughs in this one, it is a lot darker and a lot more serious which I didn’t really have an issue with but I missed the fun action that Nina Berry is so good at writing. I would have loved to see more of that and less of the drama and angst.
The big change was in the characters. Dez has hardened, she has gotten tougher and bossier but I still really liked her and I still think she does things for the right reasons. The big change came in Caleb. Caleb was one of the reasons a loved Otherkin, I really, really liked him but there were times in this that I barely recognised him. He was bitter and angry, he fell on the wrong side of most the moral arguments that came up (agreeing that mass murder of their not all bad enemies is a good idea for example.) He was so quick to judge and distrust Dez but did not do the same to his sister who was doing and thinking exactly the same. He was so quick to walk away from her and he did it so easily that I wondered why he was with her in the first place. I thought he would snap out of it by the end but he didn’t and I was disappointed. Dez was not blameless but at least she was open to talking and working things out but he wasn’t so maybe she is better off without him.
Lazar, (a reluctant villain from the first book) Caleb’s brother, had a much bigger role in this book which I liked. He is interesting and quite nice, I am pretty sure he is crushing on Dez and if she ends up with him I wouldn’t be disappointed. He turns out to be a lot more supportive and has a completely different opinion to his brother when it comes to the big stuff (mass murder etc)
Like Otherkin this book is not perfect and it is completely unrealistic, but I still really liked it. I do wish that some of the lighter parts of the first book had made it into this one but I get why they didn’t. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series because despite my issues and the unrealistic-ness this series is really entertaining and sometimes that is just what I am looking for.
The publisher provided me with a free copy of this book in exchange for and honest review
I am a big fan of Otherkin, the first book in the series. I thought it was fun and exciting so I was really looking forward to reading Othermoon. I did really like it but it was very different from the first book which I am not sure I liked.
There is no fun and laughs in this one, it is a lot darker and a lot more serious which I didn’t really have an issue with but I missed the fun action that Nina Berry is so good at writing. I would have loved to see more of that and less of the drama and angst.
The big change was in the characters. Dez has hardened, she has gotten tougher and bossier but I still really liked her and I still think she does things for the right reasons. The big change came in Caleb. Caleb was one of the reasons a loved Otherkin, I really, really liked him but there were times in this that I barely recognised him. He was bitter and angry, he fell on the wrong side of most the moral arguments that came up (agreeing that mass murder of their not all bad enemies is a good idea for example.) He was so quick to judge and distrust Dez but did not do the same to his sister who was doing and thinking exactly the same. He was so quick to walk away from her and he did it so easily that I wondered why he was with her in the first place. I thought he would snap out of it by the end but he didn’t and I was disappointed. Dez was not blameless but at least she was open to talking and working things out but he wasn’t so maybe she is better off without him.
Lazar, (a reluctant villain from the first book) Caleb’s brother, had a much bigger role in this book which I liked. He is interesting and quite nice, I am pretty sure he is crushing on Dez and if she ends up with him I wouldn’t be disappointed. He turns out to be a lot more supportive and has a completely different opinion to his brother when it comes to the big stuff (mass murder etc)
Like Otherkin this book is not perfect and it is completely unrealistic, but I still really liked it. I do wish that some of the lighter parts of the first book had made it into this one but I get why they didn’t. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series because despite my issues and the unrealistic-ness this series is really entertaining and sometimes that is just what I am looking for.
The publisher provided me with a free copy of this book in exchange for and honest review
February 5, 2013
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Othermoon picks up close on the heels of its predecessor, Otherkin. Not much has changed. Dez and her shifter friends are still learning and testing the limits of their shadow abilities, Caleb is still hot and sexy, the shifter Council still bickers, and the evil Guild is even more determined to wipe the otherkin out of existence. This time around, the Guild has changed tactics. Instead of directly attacking the shifters, the Guild is sneaking into homes and stealing DNA samples. No one knows why, but everyone agrees it can't be for anything good. And the one person who offers to provide answers is the last person they can trust.
There is a lot to like about this series. It's got action, romance, a diverse cast of characters, and Berry's concept, her shifter origin story, is pretty darn unique. But there are flaws too, and most of the complaints I have revolve around Dez herself. She suffers from a bad case of Meddling Kid Syndrome, and while I respect her confidence and willingness to do what she believes is right, she can be annoyingly arrogant and self-righteous at times. She is especially so in Othermoon, too quick to get on her soapbox and tell others what to do or how to feel. It doesn't matter if she's proven right in the end (about certain things). Her holier-than-thou attitude puts me off and makes it very hard for me to root for her. That's not to say I don't; it's just not as easy as it should be.
The romance started in Otherkin turns into a love triangle, of sorts, in Othermoon. I actually like how it developed, which is really saying something considering I generally hate love triangles on principle. The author handled it quite well, I thought, allowing the events of the novel to test one relationship while slowly, almost cautiously, laying the foundation for another. The best part was, I didn't feel like I had to pick a favorite (although I do have one). Maybe in the next book. I have a feeling whoever she chooses, I'll be okay with.
Like Otherkin, Othermoon wasn't a perfect read, but there's good stuff within its pages. I like the series overall and I do plan to read the third book so I can find out what happens next.
3 Stars ★★★
ARC provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Othermoon picks up close on the heels of its predecessor, Otherkin. Not much has changed. Dez and her shifter friends are still learning and testing the limits of their shadow abilities, Caleb is still hot and sexy, the shifter Council still bickers, and the evil Guild is even more determined to wipe the otherkin out of existence. This time around, the Guild has changed tactics. Instead of directly attacking the shifters, the Guild is sneaking into homes and stealing DNA samples. No one knows why, but everyone agrees it can't be for anything good. And the one person who offers to provide answers is the last person they can trust.
There is a lot to like about this series. It's got action, romance, a diverse cast of characters, and Berry's concept, her shifter origin story, is pretty darn unique. But there are flaws too, and most of the complaints I have revolve around Dez herself. She suffers from a bad case of Meddling Kid Syndrome, and while I respect her confidence and willingness to do what she believes is right, she can be annoyingly arrogant and self-righteous at times. She is especially so in Othermoon, too quick to get on her soapbox and tell others what to do or how to feel. It doesn't matter if she's proven right in the end (about certain things). Her holier-than-thou attitude puts me off and makes it very hard for me to root for her. That's not to say I don't; it's just not as easy as it should be.
The romance started in Otherkin turns into a love triangle, of sorts, in Othermoon. I actually like how it developed, which is really saying something considering I generally hate love triangles on principle. The author handled it quite well, I thought, allowing the events of the novel to test one relationship while slowly, almost cautiously, laying the foundation for another. The best part was, I didn't feel like I had to pick a favorite (although I do have one). Maybe in the next book. I have a feeling whoever she chooses, I'll be okay with.
Like Otherkin, Othermoon wasn't a perfect read, but there's good stuff within its pages. I like the series overall and I do plan to read the third book so I can find out what happens next.
3 Stars ★★★
ARC provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
February 27, 2017
Good series, funny too. (Spoiler alert)
I like Dez' story and everyone else's, but don't like what happened between her and Caleb. Nice to see the Council helping in the end.
I like Dez' story and everyone else's, but don't like what happened between her and Caleb. Nice to see the Council helping in the end.
April 18, 2013
"Othermoon" has me aching for more of this novel, and I can only hope that the next installment will be published and shipped out earlier rather than later. With each book, there is something different yet exciting happening to our lovable characters, and in this book, this all leads it up to a happy ending; though, the truth reveals itself and you realize a shocking and saddening twist to this book's end.
While the other book "Otherkin" focused on the school being attacked, we have our characters arriving at a forested area located on the outskirts of Las Vegas. The Tribunal are now getting more and more desperate, they have now located themselves over an old abandon testing ground for bombs. There reason for their placement is important to the plot as it will affect Otherkin and Othershere, but only upon reading, will you find out why.
"Othermoon" is just full of twists you don’t see coming. The characters are each facing their own problems or can be found in situations that will make them grow more as a person. While trust between each other is straining or growing, some are taking it upon themselves to ally with those close to them to take down the Tribunal. Calab and Dez are prime examples of this. Calab is found struggling with his trust issues towards Dez, while Dez is taking it upon herself to trust Lazer and have him help her. While taking down their enemies, one of the main heroine is teaching her friends that it is alright to accept things that are different. With the help of a teacher, she shows them that not only can she take the form of a cat, there are others who share this ability and it is with help from them that they are able to take down the Tribunal once again.
All our characters return in this book, with some great romances between them. There are couples you will be cheering for and some facts about the characters that will leave you shocked.
I love this series, and highly reccomend it. It's getting better and better with each secret that is revealed about Dez. Not only that but I believe my new fave character Lazer will be making more of apperence in the third book. Who shall I be hoping Dez ends up with, I'm just going to have to wait and see while I wait for the third book!
While the other book "Otherkin" focused on the school being attacked, we have our characters arriving at a forested area located on the outskirts of Las Vegas. The Tribunal are now getting more and more desperate, they have now located themselves over an old abandon testing ground for bombs. There reason for their placement is important to the plot as it will affect Otherkin and Othershere, but only upon reading, will you find out why.
"Othermoon" is just full of twists you don’t see coming. The characters are each facing their own problems or can be found in situations that will make them grow more as a person. While trust between each other is straining or growing, some are taking it upon themselves to ally with those close to them to take down the Tribunal. Calab and Dez are prime examples of this. Calab is found struggling with his trust issues towards Dez, while Dez is taking it upon herself to trust Lazer and have him help her. While taking down their enemies, one of the main heroine is teaching her friends that it is alright to accept things that are different. With the help of a teacher, she shows them that not only can she take the form of a cat, there are others who share this ability and it is with help from them that they are able to take down the Tribunal once again.
All our characters return in this book, with some great romances between them. There are couples you will be cheering for and some facts about the characters that will leave you shocked.
I love this series, and highly reccomend it. It's getting better and better with each secret that is revealed about Dez. Not only that but I believe my new fave character Lazer will be making more of apperence in the third book. Who shall I be hoping Dez ends up with, I'm just going to have to wait and see while I wait for the third book!
January 6, 2013
I received an ARC copy of this book from the publisher.
Ok let me start out by saying this book was just off the charts amazing. I loved everything about it from the very beginning. We jump right into the action with this book with Dez having to deal with Lazar. She finds out just how much her world is changing again too and it may not necessarily be in a good way. I loved how Dez was such a strong heroine and you know that is one of my weaknesses. I absolutely live for strong heroines that can handle themselves and Dez is so fierce. She is kick butt when she is a human and then when she is a shifter she takes it to a completely different level.
Dez learns more about herself in this book and really steps up the plate to help her friends and take down the Tribunal. I loved all the different shifters in this book and how they didn't let their differences come in between them. I have to say that I really started to not care for Caleb this time around as he seemed to want to be in control and not let Dez be her own person. I loved Dez more because she stood up to him even though he didn't care for some of the choices she was making. I liked that the author made them seem so believable and not like most teenage couples in that the girl gives into whatever the boy wants.
I loved all the action too in this one. It kept the story moving and flowing so well because it was edge of your seat action that kept you wanting to read more to see what was going to happen. I have to say I liked the world building when the kids went to Las Vegas and meet at the casinos. It was nice to see all the glitz and glimmer that comes with that area. I was funny to see all the kids interacting with one another and what all they were learning at the school. It was that kind of training that was good for them to have when it was time to battle the Tribunal. I have to say that I cried at the end of the book and was so upset about how it ended. I really need the author to get the next book out soon because I have to know how this is all going to play out. Overall this was a great read and I highly recommend it to lovers of shifter reads and of a great story.
Ok let me start out by saying this book was just off the charts amazing. I loved everything about it from the very beginning. We jump right into the action with this book with Dez having to deal with Lazar. She finds out just how much her world is changing again too and it may not necessarily be in a good way. I loved how Dez was such a strong heroine and you know that is one of my weaknesses. I absolutely live for strong heroines that can handle themselves and Dez is so fierce. She is kick butt when she is a human and then when she is a shifter she takes it to a completely different level.
Dez learns more about herself in this book and really steps up the plate to help her friends and take down the Tribunal. I loved all the different shifters in this book and how they didn't let their differences come in between them. I have to say that I really started to not care for Caleb this time around as he seemed to want to be in control and not let Dez be her own person. I loved Dez more because she stood up to him even though he didn't care for some of the choices she was making. I liked that the author made them seem so believable and not like most teenage couples in that the girl gives into whatever the boy wants.
I loved all the action too in this one. It kept the story moving and flowing so well because it was edge of your seat action that kept you wanting to read more to see what was going to happen. I have to say I liked the world building when the kids went to Las Vegas and meet at the casinos. It was nice to see all the glitz and glimmer that comes with that area. I was funny to see all the kids interacting with one another and what all they were learning at the school. It was that kind of training that was good for them to have when it was time to battle the Tribunal. I have to say that I cried at the end of the book and was so upset about how it ended. I really need the author to get the next book out soon because I have to know how this is all going to play out. Overall this was a great read and I highly recommend it to lovers of shifter reads and of a great story.
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