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The Countenance #1-3
The Countenance Trilogy Box Set
Ephemeral (The Countenance #1): In the grand scheme of things, you’ll be dead a lot longer than you’ll ever be alive.
The last thing Laken Stewart remembers is the oncoming car, then bursting through the windshield.
Two months dissolve without her knowledge and she finds herself in unfamiliar surroundings with strangers who not only profess to know her but insist she’s someone else entirely.
Laken discovers her long dead boyfriend, Wesley, has been thrown into this alternate world as well. He is quick to inform her she suffered a horrible fall and that her memory hasn’t fully returned. According to Wesley the other life she had—her name, her family, they were simply a side effect of her brain trauma.
In her quest for answers she meets Cooper Flanders, the son of her psychiatrist who readily believes every word she says.
Laken Stewart knows she died on that hot July afternoon, but now she’s alive—or is she?
The last thing Laken Stewart remembers is the oncoming car, then bursting through the windshield.
Two months dissolve without her knowledge and she finds herself in unfamiliar surroundings with strangers who not only profess to know her but insist she’s someone else entirely.
Laken discovers her long dead boyfriend, Wesley, has been thrown into this alternate world as well. He is quick to inform her she suffered a horrible fall and that her memory hasn’t fully returned. According to Wesley the other life she had—her name, her family, they were simply a side effect of her brain trauma.
In her quest for answers she meets Cooper Flanders, the son of her psychiatrist who readily believes every word she says.
Laken Stewart knows she died on that hot July afternoon, but now she’s alive—or is she?
935 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 13, 2014
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Cosmopolitan Magazine calls Addison's books, "...easy, frothy fun!"
Humor with a side of homicide.
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May 22, 2017
Simply amazing!!!!
I loved every breathtaking page! I've never seen such a beautifully formatted eBook and that was just the beginning. I kept seeing such great reviews on Goodreads for this trilogy so when the box set was on sale, I was sold! The beginning was a little confusing but you are meant to be confused as you step into Laken's shoes. I loved how the second and third books allowed you to see the point of view of both Cooper and Wesley. That was brilliant and such a treat as a reader! I had never read anything by this author before but am now a huge fan!
I loved every breathtaking page! I've never seen such a beautifully formatted eBook and that was just the beginning. I kept seeing such great reviews on Goodreads for this trilogy so when the box set was on sale, I was sold! The beginning was a little confusing but you are meant to be confused as you step into Laken's shoes. I loved how the second and third books allowed you to see the point of view of both Cooper and Wesley. That was brilliant and such a treat as a reader! I had never read anything by this author before but am now a huge fan!
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September 6, 2017FREE on Amazon today (9/6/2017!
February 27, 2017
I read all the current Celestra books before I read this, and I was hesitant at first. I was so into Skyla's story and her loves that I thought I would not at all care about Laken. But I was wrong! This love story is even stronger and makes even more sense than what Skyla is going through, and it;s a great thing to read while you are waiting for the next one. I would love another book from this point of view in the series.
September 4, 2017
Very entertaining and equally frustrating
OMG the angst, the duplicity, and seriously just make up your mind already. I enjoyed book 1. It got me hooked. Book 2 pissed me off and was supremely annoying. Book 3 ended well but they just had to add that future possible change into it. Ugh. I plan to continue the series, but I hope it matures now that they aren't hormonal high school kids. Doubt it, but I can hope.
OMG the angst, the duplicity, and seriously just make up your mind already. I enjoyed book 1. It got me hooked. Book 2 pissed me off and was supremely annoying. Book 3 ended well but they just had to add that future possible change into it. Ugh. I plan to continue the series, but I hope it matures now that they aren't hormonal high school kids. Doubt it, but I can hope.
December 10, 2023
Overall: 4 stars
Ephemeral: 4 stars
Evanescent: 4 stars
Entropy: 4 stars
A grotesque, dystopian romance. Laken Stewart dies only to be reincarnated as Laken Anderson, a freshman at Ephemeral Academy. Once there, she finds her former boyfriend, Wesley Parker, is now Wesley Paxton. And those in power are greedy beyond measure.
While this is a trilogy, it's really a single story. Each title alone is an incomplete part of the whole. The end of the series has a modicum of relief; however, it is clear that the story is not done.
Entertaining. Happily Ever After. Romantic. Scary. Tragic. Twisted. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
Ephemeral: 4 stars
Evanescent: 4 stars
Entropy: 4 stars
A grotesque, dystopian romance. Laken Stewart dies only to be reincarnated as Laken Anderson, a freshman at Ephemeral Academy. Once there, she finds her former boyfriend, Wesley Parker, is now Wesley Paxton. And those in power are greedy beyond measure.
While this is a trilogy, it's really a single story. Each title alone is an incomplete part of the whole. The end of the series has a modicum of relief; however, it is clear that the story is not done.
Entertaining. Happily Ever After. Romantic. Scary. Tragic. Twisted. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
July 21, 2019
This trilogy is related to the Celestra series, but can be read on its own. Laken, the main character; Wes and Coop, the boys who love her; and the others who inhabit this world of Ephemeral Academy draw you into the mystery and action at the very beginning of the story. The secrets will be solved over the length of the trilogy. I don't want to give anything away. If you love young adult, paranormal, mystery, love stories, I highly recommend this trilogy.
July 19, 2017
Not worth the time
Puerile, repetitive, poorly edited and lacking a credible plot. It's mostly fluff that leads nowhere. How many different words do you need and what variety of situations must you use to describe horny teenagers lusting over one another in a romantic triangle?
Puerile, repetitive, poorly edited and lacking a credible plot. It's mostly fluff that leads nowhere. How many different words do you need and what variety of situations must you use to describe horny teenagers lusting over one another in a romantic triangle?
August 21, 2017
I enjoyed the books, but it started to drag a little towards the end of book 2 and the beginning of book 3. Also, I felt it left me hanging with unanswered questions. I hope there is a sequel so I can find out what really happens between the 3 main characters.
February 25, 2018
Loved it 😊
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November 6, 2019Makes No Sense
This trilogy makes absolutely no sense to me. It seems to involve counts who may be vampires or angels. Hard to tell because the author doesn't make anything clear.
This trilogy makes absolutely no sense to me. It seems to involve counts who may be vampires or angels. Hard to tell because the author doesn't make anything clear.
March 11, 2021
Wonderful
Love love it! The characters draw you in. The twists and turns keep you reading and make you wonder what is going to happen next.
Love love it! The characters draw you in. The twists and turns keep you reading and make you wonder what is going to happen next.
December 18, 2024
This is an intriguing and adventurous tale that will captivate readers who crave a lighthearted and fast-paced fantasy journey, perfect for those who enjoy exploring the complexities of identity, memory, and the human experience through a unique blend of mystery and romance.
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October 25, 2019The first book was free on i books I ended up buying the trilogy.
I Immersed myself and got lost in the world of Ephemeral, the ending, time travel, mystery, humour and most of all Cooper.
My only negative feedback and reason I dropped two stars is that the writing could have involved less talk about hard-ons and tongues etc and more "brainiac" activity and immediacy from Laken to save her family. Laken is a real gutter mouth as well. She has some good comebacks but it just makes her seem that less classy the way she speaks. She doesn't want to be "the girl who runs around kissing two guys" but isn't that what she's practically doing anyway.
It would have made my decision a hell of a lot faster than she did as well.
I Immersed myself and got lost in the world of Ephemeral, the ending, time travel, mystery, humour and most of all Cooper.
My only negative feedback and reason I dropped two stars is that the writing could have involved less talk about hard-ons and tongues etc and more "brainiac" activity and immediacy from Laken to save her family. Laken is a real gutter mouth as well. She has some good comebacks but it just makes her seem that less classy the way she speaks. She doesn't want to be "the girl who runs around kissing two guys" but isn't that what she's practically doing anyway.
It would have made my decision a hell of a lot faster than she did as well.
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January 19, 2015
Addison does it again! No disappointments here! Her writing is wonderful! I can never wait to start in on the next book. I know once I start a series, I'm going to have a few sleepless nights, depending on how many books are in the series because I have an unsatiable yearning to find out more as soon as I am finished with one. Definitely recommend Addison Moore's books to any and everyone! :)
May 17, 2016
Amazing
This was an absolutely amazing and well written trilogy. The separate novels were each very entertaining and each flowed flawlessly into the next. I would definitely recommend you read these as the trilogy set you won't be disappointed
This was an absolutely amazing and well written trilogy. The separate novels were each very entertaining and each flowed flawlessly into the next. I would definitely recommend you read these as the trilogy set you won't be disappointed
December 14, 2015
Angels and Demons turned on their heads
Classic love triangle with interesting characters all around. The story draws you in with all the twists and turns. A fun read.
Classic love triangle with interesting characters all around. The story draws you in with all the twists and turns. A fun read.
January 13, 2016
Great series
I thought I was addicted to the celestria series but this was another page Turner. Easy read great from the beginning!
I thought I was addicted to the celestria series but this was another page Turner. Easy read great from the beginning!
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