Suppressed

Arelia LaRue #5

by Kira Saito

After facing her tragic past and remembering who she really is, Arelia LaRue is back and stronger than ever. However, with great power there also comes even greater responsibility. Arelia faces new challenges as she learns that being a true Voodoo Queen is a full time job. Filled with new spirits, an epic love story that spans over a century, betrayal, heartache, revenge and delicious food, Arelia’s world will spirit you away…

Genres: Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance, Young Adult, Witches, Paranormal Romance, Magic

206 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 9, 2014

About the author

Kira is a magic junkie and loves writing paranormal romances with twists and soul.

Follow me on Book Bub!

https://www.bookbub.com/settings/profile

Reviews

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kira has absolutely outdone herself with book 5 of the Arelia LaRue series! I waited so patiently (well I wouldn't say so patiently but as best as I could) for this books release and now that I've read it I'm not disappointed. When Arelia comes back it's like a race against the clock, the time of confrontation draws nearer, secrets are held and wolves wear sheeps' clothing. My favorite characters are back, and they're evolving and changing because it's what's needed. With several plot twists I didn't see coming, I was holding onto my kindle turning every page and holding my breath waiting for the next thing to pop up. When it did I was blown away. Kira did such an amazing job throwing you off the trail that when I got to the end I was speechless and I had to sit for a few moments and reflect on it before even trying to write this review. I remember picking up my first book in this series and then buying the next ones, then I went insane waiting for the rest. Kira's writing has the ability to alway give the reader the craving for more. I need to get my hands on book 6!

[K.R. Reese · Rating 5 out of 5]

These stories keep throwing more twists and turns. It's exciting to not be able to guess the end of it. I can only hope that she can save them all, set them all free.

[Nicole · Rating 2 out of 5]

While the premise of this book is a unique blend of voodoo and history, I felt like the story deviated away from the original storyline making it hard to enjoy. My main issue with this story is that it began to feel like it stretched on too long and lost what was intriguing about the original story. I do not want to spoil any of this or the other books in the series so I will be brief. It felt like Arelia's voice was lost in the history and secondary characters in the story. I think this story would be best read in continuation without any time between the books as most, including "Suppressed," end with a cliffhanger and the pick up right where the last book left off. I want to read the next book to see how it all will end, but if the next book is not the end I do not think I will continue with this series.

[Iris · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book made up for the previous two books in the series! I know Kira took a bit longer with this one due to the fact she was unhappy, but honestly, I think the time she gave to it proved to make it her best was worth it.

GOOD JOB!

[Caitlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

1000000000% a 5 star read..

NOW THIS IS WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT BABY!!

Some of the books in the series thus far have been lackluster at times but THIS?!!?! SOOOOO happy I didn't give it up!

My girl Arelia kicking ass and taking names. THIS is what I wanted from a voodoo paranormal romance. SO excited to finish the series soon.

[Nikki · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoy these books, but the one thing that is bothering me throughout all of them is the typos and spelling mistakes that are often found in kindle e-books. Other then that the story is great.

[Tara Adler · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s been so long

I think I was waiting a really long time for this to come out so I had a hard time remembering the other four books prior. This does but a lot of the past together and I think it’s very interesting so I will have to get the other two books and finish the series.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series is another one that after reading it I want to smack myself and ask why the hell it took me so long to start reading it!! This book is literally the epitome of what hoodoo and voodoo cultures brings to my mind. There are times in the story I can almost feel myself back in Louisiana alongside Arelia and Lucus. Suppressed is the make it or break book in the series.

Arelia has finally seen the horrors of her past life and knows her purpose in her present day world. She has so many obstacles to face to end the pain and suffering of so many people past and present. She’s barely an adult facing a situation she’s ill equipped to handle on her own, but with her memories newly released to her she has a better tool box to draw from. It isn’t until Suppressed that you see the inner strength from Arelia finally radiating on the outside. She has to embrace that strength, her past and magical gifts to face the final showdown.

This isn’t your typical YA kind of world. It’s dark and twisted on its best day. Saito has built some serious literary fame with her ability to just bring twists and turns literally out of nowhere that will leave you reeling and contemplating how in the hell you didn’t see that coming. The spirit world is as enchanting as ever throughout the series. The bevy of Cajun folklore ties in beautiful with the hoodoo and voodoo premise of the book. The timeless love story is epic in its own right, yet is perfectly balanced with the action of the novel. I am very much looking forward to the next book.

[Kimmie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh how do I love the Arelia LaRue series and each book gets better than the last if you have not read the other books get them you will love them this is a young adult series the story revolves around Arelia and Lucas and a prophecy that she will save Lucas life
This is the fifth book and here is a lift about this book
After facing her tragic past and remembering who she really is, in the last book. Arelia LaRue is back and stronger than ever. now she has to find Emillie and stop herArelia learns that being a true Voodoo Queen is a full time job. Filled with new spirits, an epic love story that spans over a century, betrayal, heartache, revenge and delicious food, Arelia’s world will spirit you away she must save everyone sabrina , Marie and many more I can not wait till the next book comes out to see what she will do next now that on of her enemies is now a ally

[Crystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely love this series! Although, I feel that 4 stars is being generous because of the grammatical errors, seemingly rushed writing in some spots, and problems with the timeline in one instance. However, this story was definitely a nail biter and I have a soft spot for the Arelia LaRue series. Saito kept it fun and interesting with the voodoo history. This series is so much fun to read and you really don't know what to expect. I thought I knew where the story was going, but I was surprised.

[Krystin Cottrell cox · Rating 2 out of 5]

BEATDOWN! I finished all of the other books in 2 days or less this one took me months because I had to keep stopping and coming back to it. I don't know if it is because it dragged or because it has been so long since I read the others but I am hoping the next one is better. The last 3 chapters were great but I am not sure they made it worth reading the rest of them.

[Crystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Suppressed

This book was slow going. I kept trying to remember the last one. Nearing the end, it all started coming together. I wonder will the curse ever be broken. At least Louie and Aurelia are now on the same side. Hopefully the sixth book will end this torment.

[Krystale Doner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely amazing!

loved everything about this book! can't wait till the next one :) Kira Saito is an absolutely amazing author, I love all of her work !!!

[Jamie Stites · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahhh!!!!

I love love love Kira Saito... This series has been hard for me to put down from the beginning. I can't wait for the next one.

[Stephanie Grant · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't wait for the next book!! I enjoy this series!!

[Dee Green · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one was my least favorite book in the series, but hopefully in book 6 everything will come back together. Loved the first 2 always left you wanting more...should check these books out!!

[Laura Kivi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy smokes...so much going on...

does "eternal" love actually win out in the end?

[Susie Lasyone · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ughhh!!! Get to the ending already!!

[Elizabeth Norris-lemke · Rating 4 out of 5]

It took me a bit longer to get into this book. I'm so glad I stuck with it. Once the story grabbed me I enjoyed it just as much as the ones before. I am impatient for the next.

[Erin · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't like this book very much. Maybe it's just dragging on too long. Maybe it's a tad corny. I don't know, I just wasn't that into it.

[Minoo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loving the series. First fiction book I've ever read about Voodoo.
PS. Making Gumbo for dinner :3