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The Witch Hunter #2
Charmed
The sequel to HEXED--the spellbindingly sexy two-book series about a teenage witch in L.A. by Michelle Krys, author of DEAD GIRLS SOCIETY.
THERE'S ONLY ONE PLACE PAIGE COULD BE. AND IT'S NOT ON THIS EARTH.
Indie has spent the last few weeks frantically searching for Paige. She's tried every spell imaginable, but witchcraft has gotten her nowhere, and she's going crazy with guilt. Despite what her warlock boyfriend, Bishop, tells her, Indie knows it's her fault her best friend was kidnapped by the Priory. And with the Priory destroyed, finding Paige feels more hopeless than ever--especially when Indie discovers that Paige isn't even on Earth. She's trapped in Los Demonios, an alternate dimension of Los Angeles filled with evil paranormals. No one who has gone there has ever come out.
Indie is desperate to find a way into the underworld prison. She'll worry about getting out later. But facing the dark world's most dangerous witches and warlocks on her own means keeping her plan hush-hush--and forging alliances with some sketchy people, including a seriously sexy sorcerer.
Sometimes a witch must keep secrets from the people she cares about most. And sometimes she isn't the only one with secrets. . . .
**
"CHARMED left me spellbound!" --Amy Plum, author of the internationally bestselling Die for Me series
From the Hardcover edition.
THERE'S ONLY ONE PLACE PAIGE COULD BE. AND IT'S NOT ON THIS EARTH.
Indie has spent the last few weeks frantically searching for Paige. She's tried every spell imaginable, but witchcraft has gotten her nowhere, and she's going crazy with guilt. Despite what her warlock boyfriend, Bishop, tells her, Indie knows it's her fault her best friend was kidnapped by the Priory. And with the Priory destroyed, finding Paige feels more hopeless than ever--especially when Indie discovers that Paige isn't even on Earth. She's trapped in Los Demonios, an alternate dimension of Los Angeles filled with evil paranormals. No one who has gone there has ever come out.
Indie is desperate to find a way into the underworld prison. She'll worry about getting out later. But facing the dark world's most dangerous witches and warlocks on her own means keeping her plan hush-hush--and forging alliances with some sketchy people, including a seriously sexy sorcerer.
Sometimes a witch must keep secrets from the people she cares about most. And sometimes she isn't the only one with secrets. . . .
**
"CHARMED left me spellbound!" --Amy Plum, author of the internationally bestselling Die for Me series
From the Hardcover edition.
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Michelle Krys
12 books630 followersI'm the author of the YA novels HEXED, CHARMED, and DEAD GIRLS SOCIETY, all from Random House Children's Books, plus the forthcoming THIS TOWN IS NOT ALL RIGHT, written under the name M.K. Krys, out August 11th, 2020 from Penguin Workshop. Visit me at michellekrys.com or follow @MichelleKrys on Twitter or @michellekrysbooks on Instagram.
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April 20, 2015
THIS SERIES IS EVERYTHING TO ME! I loved this book, so action packed, lots of magic and fighting! Really loved the relationship between Indigo and Bishop, he was so supportive for her and a perfect boyfriend!
Loved the ending to this book!
Loved the ending to this book!
July 27, 2018
I'm giving this book 2.5 stars. I'm so disappointed. I really really liked the first book so much I gave it 5 stars but this one just fell flat.
Pros: This story has a lot of adrenaline moments when I couldn't read the words fast enough. There's magic. The highest level of witches are not nice. I loved Aunt Penny. Another dimension prison.
Cons: Indigo as a character. In the first book she was funny and I just really liked her. In this book she was a manipulative brat. Just hurtful. She lied the whole book. Said some nasty things. Did whatever she wanted regardless. I mean I know it was for a good cause in her eyes, but she just did it in a bad way.
There are a lot of phrases said over and over "pang of guilt" is a good example.
The relationships are not believable. The insta-love from book 1 went like 0-100 in this book. Then there was an insta-love triangle for a few pages and I'm thinking what the hell. Not only was it unbelievable it's mentioned within the last few pages as being weird and hasty.
Just because you are a teenager does not mean you have to be disrespectful and talk to family members like they are scum of the earth.
Overall I was just disappointed in Indigo's actions and the way the last fight scene was so anti-climatic. I mean ugh it was just over so fast. Too easy. Everything was too easy. The ending was super cheesy and made me want to gag. Sigh.
Pros: This story has a lot of adrenaline moments when I couldn't read the words fast enough. There's magic. The highest level of witches are not nice. I loved Aunt Penny. Another dimension prison.
Cons: Indigo as a character. In the first book she was funny and I just really liked her. In this book she was a manipulative brat. Just hurtful. She lied the whole book. Said some nasty things. Did whatever she wanted regardless. I mean I know it was for a good cause in her eyes, but she just did it in a bad way.
There are a lot of phrases said over and over "pang of guilt" is a good example.
The relationships are not believable. The insta-love from book 1 went like 0-100 in this book. Then there was an insta-love triangle for a few pages and I'm thinking what the hell. Not only was it unbelievable it's mentioned within the last few pages as being weird and hasty.
Just because you are a teenager does not mean you have to be disrespectful and talk to family members like they are scum of the earth.
Overall I was just disappointed in Indigo's actions and the way the last fight scene was so anti-climatic. I mean ugh it was just over so fast. Too easy. Everything was too easy. The ending was super cheesy and made me want to gag. Sigh.
January 9, 2016
At first I gave this book 3.5 stars but after reconsideration, I'm changing my rating 1.5.
"I stick close to Bishop, stopping myself from clinging to his arm only because it's not the 1920s and feminism and whatnot."
Ummmm what?
This book is so stupid on so many levels. Well, indigo is. She literally cried over everything and then when she's captured because of her immature reckless actions because she just remembered that she hasn't been grieving over her dead mother. Her emotions are all over the place.
Let me put it this way, when you can't do shit with your magic, have no experience in rescuing people or the new place you're going to, which, I might add, is known to be extremely dangerous, you do not go alone, with no gear, and without telling anyone just because your boyfriend and aunt told you how dangerous it is. You especially do not give money to a creepy old witch to take you there who could just kill you without anyone knowing.
Also, just because you're grieving and trying to help your friend does not give you the right to emotionally manipulate your partner. It also doesn't justify you "falling in love" with someone you met twice! Like indie and the sorcerer guy didn't even spend more than 2 hours together in those two incidents in which they met, but she was willing to ruin her relationship with Bishop for a kiss in the bathroom. Wow. Yeah, okay??? Oh oh oh. Let's not forget how she was so judgy on the whole sorcerer thing since she thought she, a witch, is better than them. How she looked down at her aunt for loving a sorcerer, when she was so very willing to cheat on her boyfriend with one.
Oh. Her dad. The guy she was so willing to kill and all. And then suddenly out of nowhere he's her father. YOU DIDNT EVEN KNOW HE EXISTED TWO CHAPTER AGO! Why should that change or affect the fact that he's an awful creature who is sacrificing teenage humans to escape a prison that he deserves to be in because he wENT ON A MURDER SPREE?????
Okay. Her aunt? The whole excuse of her being restricted by "The Family" is unbelievable okay. I mean your own sister and niece, who knows scratch about magic, are in danger but you won't help because some guy said he'd make you regret it? Oh yeah. Okay.
Bishop's logic: let me tell my emotionally unstable girlfriend about this very dangerous thing that could risk her life and then go like "oh no bad idea. I shouldn't have mentioned that." LIKE REALLLYYYY??? You thinkkkkkk??? What kind of logic is that? Stupid logic.
That being said, I appreciated the sarcasm. I like the idea of an alternate dimension. And the cover is pretty cool. The writing style was okay-ish. I didn't hate it, but it's not one that I appreciate. It wouldn't make a difference if it didn't exist tbh. And I was able to actually finish the book so it's not that bad, but that doesn't say much since I try to finish all the books I read even if I don't like them.
"I stick close to Bishop, stopping myself from clinging to his arm only because it's not the 1920s and feminism and whatnot."
Ummmm what?
This book is so stupid on so many levels. Well, indigo is. She literally cried over everything and then when she's captured because of her immature reckless actions because she just remembered that she hasn't been grieving over her dead mother. Her emotions are all over the place.
Let me put it this way, when you can't do shit with your magic, have no experience in rescuing people or the new place you're going to, which, I might add, is known to be extremely dangerous, you do not go alone, with no gear, and without telling anyone just because your boyfriend and aunt told you how dangerous it is. You especially do not give money to a creepy old witch to take you there who could just kill you without anyone knowing.
Also, just because you're grieving and trying to help your friend does not give you the right to emotionally manipulate your partner. It also doesn't justify you "falling in love" with someone you met twice! Like indie and the sorcerer guy didn't even spend more than 2 hours together in those two incidents in which they met, but she was willing to ruin her relationship with Bishop for a kiss in the bathroom. Wow. Yeah, okay??? Oh oh oh. Let's not forget how she was so judgy on the whole sorcerer thing since she thought she, a witch, is better than them. How she looked down at her aunt for loving a sorcerer, when she was so very willing to cheat on her boyfriend with one.
Oh. Her dad. The guy she was so willing to kill and all. And then suddenly out of nowhere he's her father. YOU DIDNT EVEN KNOW HE EXISTED TWO CHAPTER AGO! Why should that change or affect the fact that he's an awful creature who is sacrificing teenage humans to escape a prison that he deserves to be in because he wENT ON A MURDER SPREE?????
Okay. Her aunt? The whole excuse of her being restricted by "The Family" is unbelievable okay. I mean your own sister and niece, who knows scratch about magic, are in danger but you won't help because some guy said he'd make you regret it? Oh yeah. Okay.
Bishop's logic: let me tell my emotionally unstable girlfriend about this very dangerous thing that could risk her life and then go like "oh no bad idea. I shouldn't have mentioned that." LIKE REALLLYYYY??? You thinkkkkkk??? What kind of logic is that? Stupid logic.
That being said, I appreciated the sarcasm. I like the idea of an alternate dimension. And the cover is pretty cool. The writing style was okay-ish. I didn't hate it, but it's not one that I appreciate. It wouldn't make a difference if it didn't exist tbh. And I was able to actually finish the book so it's not that bad, but that doesn't say much since I try to finish all the books I read even if I don't like them.
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October 23, 2016
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A definite page-turner consisting of a great blend of paranormal adventure and fantasy with a captivating blend of witches, warlocks and sorcerers. – Abooktopia
Charmed starts off right from where we last left Hexed, the first novel in The Witch Hunter series. Indie has spent the last few weeks frantically searching for her best friend Paige, after the now deceased sorcerer Leo kidnapped her. She’s tried every spell imaginable; getting her no closer to finding Paige than the last few hundred times she tried. Indigo believes it is her own fault that Paige was kidnapped, despite her warlock boyfriend Bishop telling her otherwise. There’s a reason why no one can find Paige. She’s trapped in another alternate dimension known as Los Demonios, a place where the worst and most dangerous witches, warlocks, and sorcerers are banished to for unimaginable crimes. But that won’t stop Indie from finding a way in. Despite everyone’s warnings that no one who has gone there has ever come out, Indie is still determined to find a way in. There she must team up with some of the most foulest and dangerous criminals of all time. But can she really trust them?
Indigo’s character was just as beautifully written as she was in the first installment. She is just as loving as before, as she is devoted to her friends and family, and full of determination. Sure she is also flawed with recklessness and jealously, but that is what makes her three-dimensional and real. Someone, we as reader can connect with. Throughout the first novel, Indigo grew as a person, and a witch as she learns about her heritage and what being a witch truly means. Whilst in the second novel, I found she matured a lot more as a person as she is thrown into tough situations where she must be quick on her feet if she wishes to succeed.
Bishop was just as adorable and flirtatious as always. I really love how he is so caring and loving as a boyfriend, as he never tries to control or demean Indie. Sure he gets pissed with some of her choices, but who wouldn’t? He at least understands why she makes the choices she does, and what she is going through.
I really enjoyed this book as a whole, as it surpassed my expectations and more. Everything was written in concrete detail, creating flamboyant imagery, leaving no unanswered questions in its wake. Michelle Krys does a wonderful job at transporting her readers into a brand new world of magic and terrifying wonders, leaving you gasping for more.
***I received a hardback copy of this book in return for an honest and unbiased review***
March 30, 2015
I was a big fan of Hexed. I absolutely loved the book and wanted desperately to read the sequel even as I was still in the middle of reading the first. Hexed was one of those books that I just knew I was going to love, and so Charmed was already a winner for me. I couldn't wait to see what was next for Indie and Bishop (my all-time favorite love interest). And I am happy to say that I wasn’t disappointed.
While Hexed is my favorite of the two books, Charmed was the growth and the maturity that was needed for several different characters, including, and most obviously, Indigo and Bishop. Indigo’s growth was evident compared to where she was in Hexed. She’s one of my favorite female characters because of her strength and her overall attitude about doing things herself without unnecessarily relying on a love interest when she doesn’t have to.
Bishop is adorable, flirtatious, funny, and doesn’t try to demean or control Indigo, like boys from other some YA books often times do. Sure, he gets pissed with some of her choices, but he at least understands why she does the things that she has to do. Bishop and Indigo are the perfect pair and I ship them to the grave.
There were several secrets revealed in Charmed that has Indigo questioning everything she had ever known, including a certain secret about her own mother. The more I think about it and the actions Indigo had to take while recusing her friend Paige, the sadder it becomes. Despite that, the story had a beautiful ending.
All I want now is another Michelle Krys book set in this universe because there is a lot more to be seen from Indigo.
While Hexed is my favorite of the two books, Charmed was the growth and the maturity that was needed for several different characters, including, and most obviously, Indigo and Bishop. Indigo’s growth was evident compared to where she was in Hexed. She’s one of my favorite female characters because of her strength and her overall attitude about doing things herself without unnecessarily relying on a love interest when she doesn’t have to.
Bishop is adorable, flirtatious, funny, and doesn’t try to demean or control Indigo, like boys from other some YA books often times do. Sure, he gets pissed with some of her choices, but he at least understands why she does the things that she has to do. Bishop and Indigo are the perfect pair and I ship them to the grave.
There were several secrets revealed in Charmed that has Indigo questioning everything she had ever known, including a certain secret about her own mother. The more I think about it and the actions Indigo had to take while recusing her friend Paige, the sadder it becomes. Despite that, the story had a beautiful ending.
All I want now is another Michelle Krys book set in this universe because there is a lot more to be seen from Indigo.
June 6, 2015
I enjoyed this book yet I hated it at the same time. Indie was painfully annoying throughout most of the book, and at one point I thought about just not reading anymore. But I hate not finishing a book. I'm not saying that it got much better, but I gave it three stars because I enjoyed the plot. I was surprised by a couple of the twists and I liked the idea of this other world. If this book was the first in a series I wouldn't continue the series, I think the fact that it was a sequel saved it. When you are already invested in the characters in a novel you tend to look past some of the flaws. At least sometimes. The main thing that bothered me was how indie was so hell bent on finding her "best friend." Sure I get that she would want to find her, but the way she acted about it just didn't fit. For years indie ignored Paige and treated her like crap, and then when things fell apart and Paige was there she's magically upgraded as her best friend and the two are inseparable. The time span just didn't fit the emotions.
April 15, 2018
This was a great sequel and I really enjoyed my time with this series!
March 7, 2015
EPIC sequel to the awesome HEXED. You won't be disappointed with how Indie's story continues!
June 2, 2015
I was a huge fan of book 1 Hexed, but this one was just okay to me. I did enjoy the book, but I was hoping to see more relationship development between indigo and Bishop. I found myself missing Bishop throughout a lot of this book. They did have their moments, but I definitely wanted and needed more. There is definitely plenty of action in this one and I liked it, but I felt like there was something missing in this one and I hate that it's the end!
This book starts off a couple weeks after where Hexed ended. Indigo searching for Paige and she's really scared for her friend. The main portion of this book is Indigo looking for Paige. Don't know what I expected to happen exactly in Charmed, but I didn't get what I was expecting or looking for. Like I said previously I wanted more character interaction specifically between Indigo and Bishop.
I wish I could haves liked this one more. I did enjoy certain parts. I actually wish that there could be more books in the series. Maybe I would not feel like something was missing. I will still miss these characters and hope for more of this world in the future.
This book starts off a couple weeks after where Hexed ended. Indigo searching for Paige and she's really scared for her friend. The main portion of this book is Indigo looking for Paige. Don't know what I expected to happen exactly in Charmed, but I didn't get what I was expecting or looking for. Like I said previously I wanted more character interaction specifically between Indigo and Bishop.
I wish I could haves liked this one more. I did enjoy certain parts. I actually wish that there could be more books in the series. Maybe I would not feel like something was missing. I will still miss these characters and hope for more of this world in the future.
March 4, 2016
I had really high hopes for this book, but they were all cut down. I wish I enjoyed this book like I did with the first one. Indigo acted stupid most of the time, and fighting happened so fast, and ended really without much actual action. I got to know more about her past. Who she is. And yeah..nothing else. Bishop was the only reason I really finished the book. It was not my cup of tea...
November 11, 2014
Wicked good fun!!! Indy is back and feistier than ever in this satisfying sequel to Hexed. Funny and full of adventure. I love watching Indy grow as a witch!
Teens will ADORE this sequel and the swoon-filled ending!
Teens will ADORE this sequel and the swoon-filled ending!
May 28, 2015
4.5 Stars
'Charmed' is the second book in a thrilling young adult paranormal series. The story picks up where the first left off - with our main character, Indie, having barely escaped a series of brutal attacks with her life. Her best friend, Paige, was taken by the crazy (and now dead) Leo - and Indie is still doing everything in her power to find her and bring her home safely. Indie feels that it's her fault Paige was kidnapped, and is determined to do whatever it takes to fix it - even when she finds out that Paige is actually in an evil alternate dimension of Los Angeles. It's a horrible place filled with the worst and most dangerous witches, warlocks, and sorcerers. Indie's determined to find a way into Los Demonios - which is basically a prison located in the underworld. In order to save her friend, Indie will have to team up with some dangerous people - not to mention a hot sorcerer. Will she be able to get into Los Demonios and find Paige before it's too late?
I'm a seriously huge fan of any book dealing with witches and witchcraft, so this book (and series) immediately grabbed my attention. I'm glad that they did, because this series is very well written with a perfect blend of multiple genres, which will definitely appeal to fans of all types of fiction. Indie is a fantastic main character for the book (and series). She's intelligent, strong, caring, devoted, loving, and full of determination. The first book showed a lot of character growth for Indie, and I enjoyed watching her mature throughout the story. In this installment, she continues to grow as a person - as both a regular person and as a witch. There are more tough situations that she has to deal with throughout the story, like going to Los Demonios to rescue Paige, that bring her character close to breaking - only to have her come back stronger than ever. I liked watching Indie continue to grow and to be more confident in who she is as a whole - both normal teen and witch. I was able to immediately fall right back into Indie's world within the first couple paragraphs of the book - and it felt like I had never left. Everything was written in detail with great attention to detail and vivid imagery - to the point where I could easily close my eyes and imagine myself going through the story with Indie. Another huge aspect for me was the author's use of first person point of view. I talk about the importance of point of view in almost every review, because I truly believe that it plays a major role in how the reader experiences the story. First person POV is by far my favorite because the reader gets to really know the narrator - who is usually the main character as well - on a deeply personal level that can't be achieved in any other way. We get a look inside their minds - how they are experiencing everything that's happening during the story, along with their fears, hopes, dreams, inner thoughts, memories, and so much more. The bond that the reader is able to create with the narrator with this writing style is incredibly intimate. It also gives the story a conversational tone, which I think makes it flow more naturally and helps the reader to immerse themselves fully into the book.
Everything about this book was fantastic - it surpassed any expectations and hopes I had for it after reading the first one. The characters - including the major and even some minor ones - were all unique with their own personalities and traits. The setting was basically just like our world - except for the whole witch/warlock aspect. But in this book we get to experience the underworld for a while in Los Demonios. The author did a wonderful job transporting the reader into this magical and terrifying place, just as she did with the rest of the book. The story had a quick yet natural pace, except for when things were getting really suspenseful and full of action, and it made it even faster. I found myself devouring each page to see what was going to happen next and ended up reading the whole book in one sitting. It's definitely a page-turner that's full of everything you could ask for - action, adventure, excitement, paranormal aspects, witches, fantasy, and even romance. Because of this great blend of genres, the book will appeal to fans of all types of fiction. There's a bit of something for everyone inside. Overall, I definitely recommend this book (and series) to all readers - especially those who love stories about witches, along with paranormal and fantasy fiction. The only thing I hate about series is having to wait for what feels like forever for the next installment to come out, which is what I have to do now - but I'll deal with it because I can't wait to see what's going to happen in the next book!
Disclosure: I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
'Charmed' is the second book in a thrilling young adult paranormal series. The story picks up where the first left off - with our main character, Indie, having barely escaped a series of brutal attacks with her life. Her best friend, Paige, was taken by the crazy (and now dead) Leo - and Indie is still doing everything in her power to find her and bring her home safely. Indie feels that it's her fault Paige was kidnapped, and is determined to do whatever it takes to fix it - even when she finds out that Paige is actually in an evil alternate dimension of Los Angeles. It's a horrible place filled with the worst and most dangerous witches, warlocks, and sorcerers. Indie's determined to find a way into Los Demonios - which is basically a prison located in the underworld. In order to save her friend, Indie will have to team up with some dangerous people - not to mention a hot sorcerer. Will she be able to get into Los Demonios and find Paige before it's too late?
I'm a seriously huge fan of any book dealing with witches and witchcraft, so this book (and series) immediately grabbed my attention. I'm glad that they did, because this series is very well written with a perfect blend of multiple genres, which will definitely appeal to fans of all types of fiction. Indie is a fantastic main character for the book (and series). She's intelligent, strong, caring, devoted, loving, and full of determination. The first book showed a lot of character growth for Indie, and I enjoyed watching her mature throughout the story. In this installment, she continues to grow as a person - as both a regular person and as a witch. There are more tough situations that she has to deal with throughout the story, like going to Los Demonios to rescue Paige, that bring her character close to breaking - only to have her come back stronger than ever. I liked watching Indie continue to grow and to be more confident in who she is as a whole - both normal teen and witch. I was able to immediately fall right back into Indie's world within the first couple paragraphs of the book - and it felt like I had never left. Everything was written in detail with great attention to detail and vivid imagery - to the point where I could easily close my eyes and imagine myself going through the story with Indie. Another huge aspect for me was the author's use of first person point of view. I talk about the importance of point of view in almost every review, because I truly believe that it plays a major role in how the reader experiences the story. First person POV is by far my favorite because the reader gets to really know the narrator - who is usually the main character as well - on a deeply personal level that can't be achieved in any other way. We get a look inside their minds - how they are experiencing everything that's happening during the story, along with their fears, hopes, dreams, inner thoughts, memories, and so much more. The bond that the reader is able to create with the narrator with this writing style is incredibly intimate. It also gives the story a conversational tone, which I think makes it flow more naturally and helps the reader to immerse themselves fully into the book.
Everything about this book was fantastic - it surpassed any expectations and hopes I had for it after reading the first one. The characters - including the major and even some minor ones - were all unique with their own personalities and traits. The setting was basically just like our world - except for the whole witch/warlock aspect. But in this book we get to experience the underworld for a while in Los Demonios. The author did a wonderful job transporting the reader into this magical and terrifying place, just as she did with the rest of the book. The story had a quick yet natural pace, except for when things were getting really suspenseful and full of action, and it made it even faster. I found myself devouring each page to see what was going to happen next and ended up reading the whole book in one sitting. It's definitely a page-turner that's full of everything you could ask for - action, adventure, excitement, paranormal aspects, witches, fantasy, and even romance. Because of this great blend of genres, the book will appeal to fans of all types of fiction. There's a bit of something for everyone inside. Overall, I definitely recommend this book (and series) to all readers - especially those who love stories about witches, along with paranormal and fantasy fiction. The only thing I hate about series is having to wait for what feels like forever for the next installment to come out, which is what I have to do now - but I'll deal with it because I can't wait to see what's going to happen in the next book!
Disclosure: I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
July 22, 2015
While I really enjoyed HEXED and was looking forward to this sequel, I am absolutely blown away by how much I love it. I didn’t remember everything from book 1, so I spent the first few chapters trying to remember what all happened. There’s a nice amount of recap in it, but if you’re like me, unless you read it a week ago, that still might not help. Even though I was initially fuzzy on the details, it still took no time at all for me to connect with the story. Indigo goes to her metaphorical dark place, and she is full of so much intense emotion. This leads to her taking a lot of risks, lashing out at the people around her, and generally just giving her all to save her best friend, Paige. She is one of my absolute favorite characters I’ve read because she is so human, even with her witchy powers. She is flawed and selfish, gets jealous easily, and can be reckless, and this all makes her come to life. Surrounding her flaws, Indigo has a giant heart that makes her so three-dimensional and complex. I really, really love how she learns to embrace both light and dark sides of herself as the story progresses.
Whenever I read a sequel, I get ridiculously nervous about how the romance will play out, if there is one. I’ve read a heavy amount of sequels where the relationship goes negative or the two people are apart for 90% of the story, and it generally just all feels bad. While there were times I thought something like that was coming on in this story, I love how the author handles Bishop and Indigo. Indigo is going through so much, so naturally this will affect her love life. While the two definitely butt heads (both adorably and seriously) and fight, they have some awesome good moments as well. They’re young, and with everything happening around them, they’re still trying to find a consistent rhythm and figure out what they really mean to each other, and it’s wonderful. I also think the romance is less concentrated (if I remember correctly) here than it was in the first book. Indigo really is primarily concerned with saving Paige and struggling with her aunt, though Bishop gets plenty of story line.
The plot line keeps the action coming and throws in great twists and surprises. I couldn’t put it down, and there are SO MANY times the reader will might want to cry in anger or grief for the characters as each scenario hits. I read this in one sitting, and by the time I finished, I felt like I just wandered around in an emotionally crippling daze with a major book hangover coming on.
If you love a good witch story with heart, I can’t recommend this duology enough. It’s intense, has a kick butt main character, a swoony guy, and lots of other incredible elements. Indigo is a character I won’t forget, and I can’t wait to read more from Michelle Krys!
Originally posted at The Forest of Words and Pages: http://www.forestofwordsandpages.com/...
Whenever I read a sequel, I get ridiculously nervous about how the romance will play out, if there is one. I’ve read a heavy amount of sequels where the relationship goes negative or the two people are apart for 90% of the story, and it generally just all feels bad. While there were times I thought something like that was coming on in this story, I love how the author handles Bishop and Indigo. Indigo is going through so much, so naturally this will affect her love life. While the two definitely butt heads (both adorably and seriously) and fight, they have some awesome good moments as well. They’re young, and with everything happening around them, they’re still trying to find a consistent rhythm and figure out what they really mean to each other, and it’s wonderful. I also think the romance is less concentrated (if I remember correctly) here than it was in the first book. Indigo really is primarily concerned with saving Paige and struggling with her aunt, though Bishop gets plenty of story line.
The plot line keeps the action coming and throws in great twists and surprises. I couldn’t put it down, and there are SO MANY times the reader will might want to cry in anger or grief for the characters as each scenario hits. I read this in one sitting, and by the time I finished, I felt like I just wandered around in an emotionally crippling daze with a major book hangover coming on.
If you love a good witch story with heart, I can’t recommend this duology enough. It’s intense, has a kick butt main character, a swoony guy, and lots of other incredible elements. Indigo is a character I won’t forget, and I can’t wait to read more from Michelle Krys!
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May 21, 2015
Original review at Such a Novel Idea
I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
I really enjoyed this book. I first saw book one (Hexed) when it was an audiobook prize at Armchair BEA last year. Ever since I didn’t win it, I’ve wanted to read it. So when the Charmed tour came around, I knew I had to jump on board!
First of all, let’s talk about that amazing cover. It blew the first book’s cover out of the water (and I really liked that one!) Even if you have no idea what the book is about, the striking image on the front should make you want to pick it up.
I loved Indie and her progression through this series. I’m not sure if this is the end of it, but I would be happy with how things resolved if it was. However, I will be super on board if there is a book three because I really liked this one. I think Charmed was stronger than Hexed in some ways, so I can only imagine how a third book would be. While Hexed focused on the characters, this book was all about action and the plot was a driving force.
Hexed ended on a major cliff, as Indie’s best friend Paige has been kidnapped. By the man she just killed. And no one else knows how to find her. So yeah, that was a fun end (let’s just say I’m glad I could immediately start the second book!) Of course, this brings the focus of book two to finding Paige. Indie now knows the secrets of her past and is on a mission. However, that didn’t stop Krys from revealing SO many more things about the past. There are lots of secrets coming to light in Charmed.
We definitely see a different Indie in this book. Whereas in book one when she was open and honest with her boyfriend and aunt, she was secretive in this book. She took reckless chances and was willing to do anything without considering the consequences. You can see the hurt of losing her friend and how that changed her as a person. Seeing that character development was a great asset to the book, even if it meant she made some seriously bad choices.
I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
I really enjoyed this book. I first saw book one (Hexed) when it was an audiobook prize at Armchair BEA last year. Ever since I didn’t win it, I’ve wanted to read it. So when the Charmed tour came around, I knew I had to jump on board!
First of all, let’s talk about that amazing cover. It blew the first book’s cover out of the water (and I really liked that one!) Even if you have no idea what the book is about, the striking image on the front should make you want to pick it up.
I loved Indie and her progression through this series. I’m not sure if this is the end of it, but I would be happy with how things resolved if it was. However, I will be super on board if there is a book three because I really liked this one. I think Charmed was stronger than Hexed in some ways, so I can only imagine how a third book would be. While Hexed focused on the characters, this book was all about action and the plot was a driving force.
Hexed ended on a major cliff, as Indie’s best friend Paige has been kidnapped. By the man she just killed. And no one else knows how to find her. So yeah, that was a fun end (let’s just say I’m glad I could immediately start the second book!) Of course, this brings the focus of book two to finding Paige. Indie now knows the secrets of her past and is on a mission. However, that didn’t stop Krys from revealing SO many more things about the past. There are lots of secrets coming to light in Charmed.
We definitely see a different Indie in this book. Whereas in book one when she was open and honest with her boyfriend and aunt, she was secretive in this book. She took reckless chances and was willing to do anything without considering the consequences. You can see the hurt of losing her friend and how that changed her as a person. Seeing that character development was a great asset to the book, even if it meant she made some seriously bad choices.
November 2, 2015
Does anyone know if this is supposed to be a trilogy? I'm asking because this book felt like it was the end of Indie's story. There was nothing left untied or any unanswered questions and usually that makes me happy, but in this case it doesn't. Maybe because I was expecting it for it to be a trilogy and it's not? Someone let me know.
If it's not a trilogy then I think it needed to be. The action in this book is amazing, but what I loved most about Hexed is how focused it was on the characters as people and their relationships. In this book, that all takes a back seat to the plot. We're introduced to new characters and there is a whole new dark adventure that Indie embarks on, but she basically does this alone and no else seems to matter or exist. You don't feel the spark between Bishop and Indie. In fact, in certain parts it seems like their relationship is coming to an end instead of developing further. The main relationship that the book focuses is on is Indie and Paige. Not in a satisfactory way either.
Check out my full review here. Beware of spoilers!
If it's not a trilogy then I think it needed to be. The action in this book is amazing, but what I loved most about Hexed is how focused it was on the characters as people and their relationships. In this book, that all takes a back seat to the plot. We're introduced to new characters and there is a whole new dark adventure that Indie embarks on, but she basically does this alone and no else seems to matter or exist. You don't feel the spark between Bishop and Indie. In fact, in certain parts it seems like their relationship is coming to an end instead of developing further. The main relationship that the book focuses is on is Indie and Paige. Not in a satisfactory way either.
Check out my full review here. Beware of spoilers!
July 20, 2015
As I had said before, this sequel (to me) was Unnecessary. It was the exact same difficulty that I had with the last book in the Mara Dyer Trilogy. There was so much created tension from the death of Indigo's mom that, the kidnapping of Paige should have not been added. In the first book, she realizes that The Family basically had them as a decoy with PROTECTING a fake bible. If my mom died because of a FAKE book I thought was real and was thought I was protecting the Witch's race, I'd be fucking pissed and would want to expose The Family for their bullshit. If it would have gone a the route of exposing The Family that would lead to Indigo herself to be sent to Los Demonios and allying up with the prisoners there to revolt against The Family, it would be a decent Trilogy or Saga. Well, it'd be a repeated story line but...better than the second book.
May 3, 2017
I read 'Hexed' in 2016 and was obsessed. Krys did a fantastic job with the world building, characters, storyline, etc. I shipped Bishop and Indigo so hard..so why did 'Charmed' fall so flat to me?? I will say, I have been in a reading slump lately. Obviously, this changes my excitement for books, so that could have a big role in this. However, I believe that the romance was a little weak in this sequel, and the story felt rushed. Especially the final fight scene. It happened so quickly and was over like that. VERY anti-climatic.
Also, Indigo just wasn't herself. It feels like Krys completely redid her character. I understand that she went through a lot in the first book, but the change was too much. She was just plain annoying.
I truly enjoyed 'Hexed' but 'Charmed' disappointed me. After reading other reviews, I know that I am not alone in this!
Also, Indigo just wasn't herself. It feels like Krys completely redid her character. I understand that she went through a lot in the first book, but the change was too much. She was just plain annoying.
I truly enjoyed 'Hexed' but 'Charmed' disappointed me. After reading other reviews, I know that I am not alone in this!
January 24, 2016
This book, what can I say? I felt that I was on a rollercoaster for beginning to end. I loved this book but I almost fell that this should have been split into to books. I feel that it went a little fast and need to explore the new characters and magic system that had been introduce. With that being said this was a fantastic conclusion to an epic two book series. I know that the author could would have delved into this world a lot more had she been able to do so. I hope even if her publishers don't want any more book in this world she will consider self publishing because I think she as just scraped the surface.
May 13, 2015
review to come
March 26, 2017
3.5 stars, maybe a little more. I enjoyed this book more than the first one, Hexed.
I feel like Indie and Bishop were better characters, better people. They were definitely more likable, but I'm not entirely sure why. Perhaps because of the events of the first book? Indie still did some stupid things, though I can understand why she did them and don't blame her one bit. She was determined, brave, and a very loyal friend. That thing with Cruz came out of nowhere, though, Bishop is an awesome boyfriend, and I love him despite his long hair and naked Betty Boop tattoo. He felt more mature in this book, or maybe just more genuine. Either way, I was happy he wasn't dropping his crass comments all over the place. He was supportive and just good. Indie wavers between making a big deal about their age difference and shrugging it off, which seems to make more sense since (in her own words) he's not even two years older than she is. No sense.
The final battle at the end was a little anticlimactic, though. It seemed like it built up and then--poof! Just like that. There's not really an explanation for why she was suddenly so powerful, though I suspect it is because .
How it ends:
Note: Some swearing.
I feel like Indie and Bishop were better characters, better people. They were definitely more likable, but I'm not entirely sure why. Perhaps because of the events of the first book? Indie still did some stupid things, though I can understand why she did them and don't blame her one bit. She was determined, brave, and a very loyal friend. That thing with Cruz came out of nowhere, though, Bishop is an awesome boyfriend, and I love him despite his long hair and naked Betty Boop tattoo. He felt more mature in this book, or maybe just more genuine. Either way, I was happy he wasn't dropping his crass comments all over the place. He was supportive and just good. Indie wavers between making a big deal about their age difference and shrugging it off, which seems to make more sense since (in her own words) he's not even two years older than she is. No sense.
The final battle at the end was a little anticlimactic, though. It seemed like it built up and then--poof! Just like that. There's not really an explanation for why she was suddenly so powerful, though I suspect it is because .
How it ends:
Note: Some swearing.
September 9, 2015
I had a lot of fun reading Michelle Krys' debut, Hexed, which came out last year, so needless to say I was looking forward to reading the sequel!
Indie is a great character, and one who stands out to me from most other YA heroines. She's a little bit sassier, and it's also interesting to me to see a character who (at one point) was considered one of the cool, popular girls rather than the more common, bookish type. And it's precisely that attitude and spunk that leads Indie to continue on her journey in Charmed.
Reasons to Read:
1. Indie's loyalty:
One of Indie's remarkable character qualities is the loyalty she exhibits towards those she cares about. And the events in Charmed show just how far Indie is willing to go to help others... and it's pretty darn far! She isn't the type of person to back away from a challenge or anything difficult. Instead, she tackles those problems head on and tries her hardest to find a solution. It's an admirable quality and one that will endear her to readers.
2. A closer look at this world of witches and warlocks:
Hexed was our introduction to the world of magic that Michelle had created, and while it was mysterious and interesting, we didn't get to learn that much about it in the first book. Charmed is a much closer look at what's going on here, and we also get to visit Los Demonios with Indie, which is a whole new experience and very eye-opening for her. And with this new world comes new secrets, of course...
The beginning of Charmed moved along at a slower pace than I like and particularly so given the immediate problems. The stakes are incredibly high, yet Indie is forced to run through the motions to appease her aunt and act more like a normal teenager. And I get it - I can understand why Penny would insist that Indie obey the rules, but it didn't seem to fit the story and it didn't really seem to fit Penny's character either. And overall, that made this a slower read for me.
As well, as much as I loved learning more about Los Demonios and the people who are trapped there, I also felt like there wasn't too much attention paid to them. There's a lot going on in this world, and not much of it is dealt with nor solved by the end.
But Indie's story is told and it's told well. Michelle has a talent for writing, as evidenced by Indie's clever thinking and feisty attitude. And the action in the story is very well-told.
Review copy received from Random House Canada for review; no other compensation was received.
Indie is a great character, and one who stands out to me from most other YA heroines. She's a little bit sassier, and it's also interesting to me to see a character who (at one point) was considered one of the cool, popular girls rather than the more common, bookish type. And it's precisely that attitude and spunk that leads Indie to continue on her journey in Charmed.
Reasons to Read:
1. Indie's loyalty:
One of Indie's remarkable character qualities is the loyalty she exhibits towards those she cares about. And the events in Charmed show just how far Indie is willing to go to help others... and it's pretty darn far! She isn't the type of person to back away from a challenge or anything difficult. Instead, she tackles those problems head on and tries her hardest to find a solution. It's an admirable quality and one that will endear her to readers.
2. A closer look at this world of witches and warlocks:
Hexed was our introduction to the world of magic that Michelle had created, and while it was mysterious and interesting, we didn't get to learn that much about it in the first book. Charmed is a much closer look at what's going on here, and we also get to visit Los Demonios with Indie, which is a whole new experience and very eye-opening for her. And with this new world comes new secrets, of course...
The beginning of Charmed moved along at a slower pace than I like and particularly so given the immediate problems. The stakes are incredibly high, yet Indie is forced to run through the motions to appease her aunt and act more like a normal teenager. And I get it - I can understand why Penny would insist that Indie obey the rules, but it didn't seem to fit the story and it didn't really seem to fit Penny's character either. And overall, that made this a slower read for me.
As well, as much as I loved learning more about Los Demonios and the people who are trapped there, I also felt like there wasn't too much attention paid to them. There's a lot going on in this world, and not much of it is dealt with nor solved by the end.
But Indie's story is told and it's told well. Michelle has a talent for writing, as evidenced by Indie's clever thinking and feisty attitude. And the action in the story is very well-told.
Review copy received from Random House Canada for review; no other compensation was received.
October 29, 2015
I definitely liked Charmed better than Hexed even though I gave them both four stars.
I think the reason I liked this one more is because there wasn't as much high school drama. And when there was high school drama it was coming from Bianca and not our main protagonist so I had more respect for Indigo as our lead character.
I found the travel between the dimensions interesting to read about and I enjoyed jumping between Los Demonios and normal everyday life. I also really liked the character, Cruz. He was a pretty cool guy.
I still don't really care that much for Bishop. He is fine as the boyfriend role, but he was really nothing special to me. And like I mentioned a little above I did like Indigo a little more in this book.
So overall, book two is definitely better than book one in my opinion. They are fun books to read around Halloween time, but I would not rank it on my favorites list.
*Bonus* The covers are really pretty once you take off the jacket. They are nice with the jacket as well, but the underneath is soon much cooler!
I think the reason I liked this one more is because there wasn't as much high school drama. And when there was high school drama it was coming from Bianca and not our main protagonist so I had more respect for Indigo as our lead character.
I found the travel between the dimensions interesting to read about and I enjoyed jumping between Los Demonios and normal everyday life. I also really liked the character, Cruz. He was a pretty cool guy.
I still don't really care that much for Bishop. He is fine as the boyfriend role, but he was really nothing special to me. And like I mentioned a little above I did like Indigo a little more in this book.
So overall, book two is definitely better than book one in my opinion. They are fun books to read around Halloween time, but I would not rank it on my favorites list.
*Bonus* The covers are really pretty once you take off the jacket. They are nice with the jacket as well, but the underneath is soon much cooler!
June 16, 2015
Are you ready for my rant?
I went from a 5 star rating in the first book to a 2 star in the second book.
I eye-rolled so many times because everything was just SO CLICHE!
My disappointment is so big. I'm done.
I went from a 5 star rating in the first book to a 2 star in the second book.
I eye-rolled so many times because everything was just SO CLICHE!
My disappointment is so big. I'm done.
November 28, 2015
I enjoyed this one a bit less than the first. It was still lighthearted and engaging, but it felt a bit rushed.
It's well written, like the first book, but the plot felt very disjointed and confusing at times. Jumping from dimension to dimension can make a readers head spin. Where did that even come from? Another dimension that was conveniently never mentioned in the first book?
Why the love triangle? I don't mind them usually, but in this case it just took away from the story.
I think this is the final book. It works as the last book, but at the same time, the ending seemed quite rushed. There were a lot of loose ends that just felt like Krys didn't have time to finish.
It's well written, like the first book, but the plot felt very disjointed and confusing at times. Jumping from dimension to dimension can make a readers head spin. Where did that even come from? Another dimension that was conveniently never mentioned in the first book?
Why the love triangle? I don't mind them usually, but in this case it just took away from the story.
I think this is the final book. It works as the last book, but at the same time, the ending seemed quite rushed. There were a lot of loose ends that just felt like Krys didn't have time to finish.
March 3, 2017
SO thankful to have gotten a review copy for this one! In case you didn't know, I'd read book one a month back and was having a bad book hangover. I needed to know what happened next! So I sent a few emails out, and now I have my own copy! YAY!!! So I didn't have high expectations, but this book was surprisingly great. I loved the character development and the rise in the overall plot. There were some things I wish hadn't been written, and they really took away from the overall greatness of this book, but I think that they were acceptable. More or less ;). The ending was very satisfying, but I kind of want this to be a trilogy. Fingers crossed!
July 27, 2016
I enjoyed this book so much more then the first, the writing was a lot better, I didn't have as many issues while reading it. The story line was again fast paced and entertaining and the additional characters were great !
plus bishop wasn't nearly as annoying as he was in Hexed
I kept telling myself that I'd hate this book considering my reaction to the first one however it exceeded my pre judgments and delivered :) this was my first audiobook and I thought it was really fun and easy to read...
I probably still don't like it enough to buy a physical copy but I did enjoy the book and may re read it one day. Also this book made me shed a tear which was cool and unexpected lol...
plus bishop wasn't nearly as annoying as he was in Hexed
I kept telling myself that I'd hate this book considering my reaction to the first one however it exceeded my pre judgments and delivered :) this was my first audiobook and I thought it was really fun and easy to read...
I probably still don't like it enough to buy a physical copy but I did enjoy the book and may re read it one day. Also this book made me shed a tear which was cool and unexpected lol...
January 28, 2015
Overall, I really loved this book. I read it all this afternoon in about three hours. I love the characters and the story grabbed my attention and wouldn't let me put it down. I loved the ending, which is SO sweet. The only bad thing about receiving an ARC is that you have to wait even longer for the NEXT book. I can't wait to see where the rest of the series takes Indie and Bishop.
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July 24, 2015
3 one-star books in a row. WHAT THE HECK?
"Charmed" has just made my new record.
...
Is it really necessary to snap at everyone in your proximity??? IS IT???
Do you need to be such a whiny, stupid and reckless damsel??? DO YOU???
.
That snappy mouth of yours is going to get you killed someday, Indie!
Oh right... It kinda did. Almost forgot.
See?
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Shut the hell up, Indie! And don't freaking think either! You thinking annoyed the hell outa me!!! (*BBC's Sherlock - A Study in Pink* mode on!)
"Charmed" has just made my new record.
...
Is it really necessary to snap at everyone in your proximity??? IS IT???
Do you need to be such a whiny, stupid and reckless damsel??? DO YOU???
.
That snappy mouth of yours is going to get you killed someday, Indie!
Oh right... It kinda did. Almost forgot.
See?
.
Shut the hell up, Indie! And don't freaking think either! You thinking annoyed the hell outa me!!! (*BBC's Sherlock - A Study in Pink* mode on!)
July 1, 2015
4 stars!
Indigo was a bit annoying sometimes, but I loved all the other character even more.. especially Bishop!
Charmed was as entertaining as the first book or maybe even a little bit more.
Does anybody know if this is a duology?
I would really love to read a third book in this series!
Indigo was a bit annoying sometimes, but I loved all the other character even more.. especially Bishop!
Charmed was as entertaining as the first book or maybe even a little bit more.
Does anybody know if this is a duology?
I would really love to read a third book in this series!
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