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Winged Descent
Today is already off to a weird start for Savannah Lane. A typical walk on the beach before work becomes the stuff of fairy tales when she stumbles upon a man claiming to be a mythological creature from another planet. Granted, Kendrick is gorgeous and seems legit, but he's got a pair of wings an a reason for being on Earth that are both hard to ignore. Against her better judgment, she invites him to stay with her, setting into a motion a series of supernatural events that question what she's always known as reality.
It's been a rough couple of years for Kendrick Angelis. As future ruler of his planet Centaura, there is increasing pressure for him to marry and provide his people a successor. Not easy to do when you're a rare breed comprised of both human and centaur blood and cannot mate with others of your kind. Hence, the order to come to Earth to find a "suitable" mate. Falling in love is optional.
This summer is going to suck for Conner Bryce. As he does every year, he makes the trek from Georgia to South Carolina to spend a few weeks with his best friend, Savannah. Too bad she already has a houseguest this year, one whom Conner immediately dislikes and doesn't trust.
Told from all three characters' perspectives, Winged Descent takes a classic tale between two warring races and gives it a modern-day twist when the centaurs find that the decision to come to Earth is not without its consequences.
It's been a rough couple of years for Kendrick Angelis. As future ruler of his planet Centaura, there is increasing pressure for him to marry and provide his people a successor. Not easy to do when you're a rare breed comprised of both human and centaur blood and cannot mate with others of your kind. Hence, the order to come to Earth to find a "suitable" mate. Falling in love is optional.
This summer is going to suck for Conner Bryce. As he does every year, he makes the trek from Georgia to South Carolina to spend a few weeks with his best friend, Savannah. Too bad she already has a houseguest this year, one whom Conner immediately dislikes and doesn't trust.
Told from all three characters' perspectives, Winged Descent takes a classic tale between two warring races and gives it a modern-day twist when the centaurs find that the decision to come to Earth is not without its consequences.
348 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 27, 2012
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January 2, 2013
This book was very disappointing. The best thing I can say about it is that it didn't cost me anything (borrowed from Kindle library). But again, as with other free books, I should have researched it a bit more before choosing it. I was expecting some sort of fantasy/sci-fi and instead got young adult romance. Bleck. The worst thing about that combination, at least for me, is that you get very G to PG romance, not even all that racy.
Let's talk about what else was wrong with this book. The characters were cardboard, as if the author envisioned mannequins/models with no real depth of feeling or complexity of their thoughts. But hey, they were all beautiful, and that's what matters, right?
Also, while the author did a pretty good job of building suspense, the actual climax was rather dull and predictable, and even worse, the ending wasn't much of an ending but was instead engineered towards a sequel. This is one of my biggest peeves, the ending that just keeps the reader on the edge of her seat until the sequel is finally available. And I'll pass on wasting any more of my life on this author's writing.
I don't think I'd even recommend this book to a 13-year-old girl. There are far superior YA novels out there, ones whose authors give their protagonists a bit more complexity and intelligence.
Let's talk about what else was wrong with this book. The characters were cardboard, as if the author envisioned mannequins/models with no real depth of feeling or complexity of their thoughts. But hey, they were all beautiful, and that's what matters, right?
Also, while the author did a pretty good job of building suspense, the actual climax was rather dull and predictable, and even worse, the ending wasn't much of an ending but was instead engineered towards a sequel. This is one of my biggest peeves, the ending that just keeps the reader on the edge of her seat until the sequel is finally available. And I'll pass on wasting any more of my life on this author's writing.
I don't think I'd even recommend this book to a 13-year-old girl. There are far superior YA novels out there, ones whose authors give their protagonists a bit more complexity and intelligence.
June 29, 2016
The author weaves a captivating tale from three points of view. There's love, conflict, and creatures not of this earth. Full review here - http://www.angstandalliteration.com/2...
November 3, 2019
Well written novel of a split in beings of the gods--the decedents of Apollo . Love, romance and a bit too much melodrama but an engaging tale of opposing beliefs. The decedents of Apollo forming 2 different races and being evicted from Earth due to misbehavior and coming back to Earth as bitter enemies. Interesting tale.
October 15, 2012
I loved this book! I'm not really that much into fantasy and myths, I tend to prefer romance and happy-endings, but this story is absolutely amazing and it has it all! Love, myths, action...
By the end of the book I wished Kendrick really existed and that he would ask me to go to Centaura with him: I wouldn't waste a minute thinking about it!
If you want to be swept away and get lost in dreams for a day, make sure to read Winged Descent!
By the end of the book I wished Kendrick really existed and that he would ask me to go to Centaura with him: I wouldn't waste a minute thinking about it!
If you want to be swept away and get lost in dreams for a day, make sure to read Winged Descent!
September 20, 2013
Okay, I give up. The inner monologues are a bit much for me right now. I like reading a story, not having the story told to me...yes, there is a very big difference.
In the future, if I read this and change my mind, I will update and change the review.
In the future, if I read this and change my mind, I will update and change the review.
October 17, 2012
Great book! I can't wait until the next one! I want to know what happens!
November 29, 2012
I really enjoyed this book. It had just the right blend of fantasy/reality/romance. It is now available for Nook so check it out! =)
April 11, 2014
This was a great read. I can't wait to pick up book 2 and read the back story of Kendrick and Norana.
June 19, 2014
Love love love love! I could not put this down. Can't wait to read the next 2 books in this series. If you like fantasy romance this is for you!
September 29, 2013
I liked the story but I won't be reading anymore in the series.
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