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The Healer #2
Deadlands
Willow Rose, Witch Healer, has learned an awful truth. After winning her talisman back in the Everwild, the Dark Witch Hekate has hidden the key that will unlock Pandora’s Box deep in the heart of the Deadlands. Concealed within a volcano, the Deadlands is a place known of eternal condemnation of the fiercest, foulest creatures on Earth. Yet, not everything is what it seems. The Deadlands have been civilized and are being ruled by the Deadland King, who has joined forces with Hekate and is planning to unleash an army to dominate all races. Willow learns that Declan is hiding a little secret of his own, and the connection between Elirana and Chase is revealed. But battling evil creatures and reaching the heart of the Deadlands is not Willow’s only problem. The problem is…how will she find the key and make it out alive when fate takes a turn for the worse?
229 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 25, 2014
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February 15, 2018
2017 Update:
I'm now change my review of this to 2 stars for several reasons. Update review to come!
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I'm sitting pretty between a 3 and 4 star on this. I suppose I'll start with how I discovered this series.
*mind cloud* It all started a few months ago when I was cruising Amazon's free books. I came upon a book by the name of Everwild written by the one and only Kayla Jo. Because it was free I was like "what the heck" and bought it. I was impressed by the storyline and such and decided to get the next one (Deadlands) and read it! And here's where we collide with the present!
This book was saved by the plot. Without the amazing plot, I probably would have given it a solid 3 star, possibly even 2.5. The writing was just so stiff! I never got lost in the story, having to focus too much on making sense of the dialogue that sometimes didn't use contractions when appropriate.
Also, it seemed to me that the author kept forgetting how mature she wanted all the characters to be. Especially Willow. One minute, she'd be so deep and philosophical and the next, she'd be screaming and panicking because a bunch of birds blocked her way. It was like she's incapable of thinking without Declan and even with him, she's pretty hopeless. She was just so weak and squeamish! EVERY LITTLE THING had her screaming and squealing and whatever else. It got so annoying after a while. Also, there were such obvious things that she couldn't reason out by herself! Like how the Elves referenced "The Three" and Willow couldn't possibly fathom what THAT meant.
With all the aside, the rest was pretty good. The plot was just excellent. There were so many plot twists and adventure. The ending was perfect as well. Not necessarily a cliffhanger but it still made me want to read the next one!
I'm now change my review of this to 2 stars for several reasons. Update review to come!
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I'm sitting pretty between a 3 and 4 star on this. I suppose I'll start with how I discovered this series.
*mind cloud* It all started a few months ago when I was cruising Amazon's free books. I came upon a book by the name of Everwild written by the one and only Kayla Jo. Because it was free I was like "what the heck" and bought it. I was impressed by the storyline and such and decided to get the next one (Deadlands) and read it! And here's where we collide with the present!
This book was saved by the plot. Without the amazing plot, I probably would have given it a solid 3 star, possibly even 2.5. The writing was just so stiff! I never got lost in the story, having to focus too much on making sense of the dialogue that sometimes didn't use contractions when appropriate.
Also, it seemed to me that the author kept forgetting how mature she wanted all the characters to be. Especially Willow. One minute, she'd be so deep and philosophical and the next, she'd be screaming and panicking because a bunch of birds blocked her way. It was like she's incapable of thinking without Declan and even with him, she's pretty hopeless. She was just so weak and squeamish! EVERY LITTLE THING had her screaming and squealing and whatever else. It got so annoying after a while. Also, there were such obvious things that she couldn't reason out by herself! Like how the Elves referenced "The Three" and Willow couldn't possibly fathom what THAT meant.
With all the aside, the rest was pretty good. The plot was just excellent. There were so many plot twists and adventure. The ending was perfect as well. Not necessarily a cliffhanger but it still made me want to read the next one!
August 1, 2018
As a follow on from Everwild I found that this book presented itself as a great sequel. Although I was not keen on the beginning of the book, the rest wowed me and I quickly forgot any disappointment I originally felt.
The creatures introduced were well described and used perfectly to build up action through the book while still staying on track with the storyline. As with the first, I greatly enjoyed the book and upon my first read I couldn't put it down.
The creatures introduced were well described and used perfectly to build up action through the book while still staying on track with the storyline. As with the first, I greatly enjoyed the book and upon my first read I couldn't put it down.
May 6, 2014
I'm sitting between a 2.5 and a 3 star
Although this book had many of the same problems the first book had, the plot once again saved the story. I do not care for the min character Willow. I think the author is trying to make her come across as a strong character but all I see is a character that whines, complains, is pessimistic, and weak. The love between Declan and her is somewhat laughable and once again in this story the reader is constantly reminded of Willow's insecurities about herself- how she isn't pretty, not worthy, not good at magic, doesn't deserve Declan, yada yada yada... It gets old fast! The fact that Willow doesn't understand anything is tiring as well. Even as the reader I was able to put the clues together faster than Willow. At the end of the book, I feel like the author really spells the obvious out which is annoying. You should have some faith in your readers to connect the dots. Just because the main character isn't very smart, doesn't mean your readers are.
Looking beyond the main character, the story line is creative and suspenseful. The author did a nice job adding twists and surprises. I really think what brought me back to reading the second book was the supporting characters. But I'm. to sure it is enough for me to read the third book.
Although this book had many of the same problems the first book had, the plot once again saved the story. I do not care for the min character Willow. I think the author is trying to make her come across as a strong character but all I see is a character that whines, complains, is pessimistic, and weak. The love between Declan and her is somewhat laughable and once again in this story the reader is constantly reminded of Willow's insecurities about herself- how she isn't pretty, not worthy, not good at magic, doesn't deserve Declan, yada yada yada... It gets old fast! The fact that Willow doesn't understand anything is tiring as well. Even as the reader I was able to put the clues together faster than Willow. At the end of the book, I feel like the author really spells the obvious out which is annoying. You should have some faith in your readers to connect the dots. Just because the main character isn't very smart, doesn't mean your readers are.
Looking beyond the main character, the story line is creative and suspenseful. The author did a nice job adding twists and surprises. I really think what brought me back to reading the second book was the supporting characters. But I'm. to sure it is enough for me to read the third book.
April 5, 2014
Great story. Desperately needs an editor
I loved.this story. It deserves 5 stars,but because of the lack of editing in this book and the last, I lowered the rating to 3. It should be a free or .99¢book until edited. This book and last-minute I spent time on EVERY page frustrated by inaccuracies. Ex: you're/your inconsistencies, grammatical errors and spelling, etc. The action speeds along over a VERY short timeline, but the characters act as if certain events were heartbreaking and refer over and over to the pain.... of a 4 hour or less (forced no less) breakup. Also,the book is YA, but in many places is DEFINITELY Adult material.
The author has written an excellent story, but I felt cheated for having overpaid for the frustration. I almost quit the book many times, but.. it's worth the read if you can get over what seems to be a very young author who self published without hiring an editor or proofreader. Note to author: hire an indie editor/proofreader. It's (yes, that means it is) DEFINITELY worth your cost. you are a good storyteller, but need help to make these stories great.books.
I loved.this story. It deserves 5 stars,but because of the lack of editing in this book and the last, I lowered the rating to 3. It should be a free or .99¢book until edited. This book and last-minute I spent time on EVERY page frustrated by inaccuracies. Ex: you're/your inconsistencies, grammatical errors and spelling, etc. The action speeds along over a VERY short timeline, but the characters act as if certain events were heartbreaking and refer over and over to the pain.... of a 4 hour or less (forced no less) breakup. Also,the book is YA, but in many places is DEFINITELY Adult material.
The author has written an excellent story, but I felt cheated for having overpaid for the frustration. I almost quit the book many times, but.. it's worth the read if you can get over what seems to be a very young author who self published without hiring an editor or proofreader. Note to author: hire an indie editor/proofreader. It's (yes, that means it is) DEFINITELY worth your cost. you are a good storyteller, but need help to make these stories great.books.
November 21, 2014
I enjoyed this second book just as much as the first. Great storyline and the characters and creatures are fun the adventure non stop and keeping the reader on their toes. The female lead is a little frustrating but also very relatable in the sense of her insecurities and how her heart is always in the right place, helping others before herself. The main male lead was swoon worthy, never giving up on his affections to his female counterpart and always there to serve and protect. The supporting leads were very mysterious at first and quickly became entertaining, their banter with each-other and the group, always hilarious. Excited to read onto the last book.
December 24, 2015
I absolutely love this series! Book 2 picked up right where book 1 left off with willow going after declan before beginning her journey to the deadlands. This book didnt miss a beat and kept my interest from beginning to end. I just love Declan and Chase. It was nice to get a glimpse into Chase's past thanks to Elirana being introduced in this installment. Willow worked my nerves here and there but i still adore her just the same. I didnt like Elirana but by the end of the book she had grown on me. I dont do spoilers but more was revealed in this book and i was surprised by certain turns of events. I will be reading part 3 soon enough to see what becomes of Willow and the gang!
July 31, 2014
i really liked this book! it was better than the first one, i mean something were really obvious liked the thing with the elf and the werewolf, but what suprised me was who was the person that had/was "evil" i did not expect that and i found out about the seeker's true identity by the time the dream came so not to far away from when it was going to happened and it surprised me, jus not at the moment it was suppose to do but i really liked how declan can defend willow!!! i mean omg!!! loved this book!! can't wait to read the next
May 8, 2014
this YA series has been a nice surprise! fun story and sweet couple. I'm looking toward to the next book
June 27, 2014
Book two kept
Me in my toes and found this one was very meaty
Enjoyable and left me wanting more!
Me in my toes and found this one was very meaty
Enjoyable and left me wanting more!
July 30, 2014
Even better than the first! Declan is SO sexy! ^_^ Oh my gosh I've got to hurry up and buy the next one!!!
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