Into the Light

by Rebecca R. Cohen

Katharine Macklemore had her life entirely mapped out. She was going to Harvard Law School and become a world-class lawyer but one frightful night in the town quarry derailed her plans. After being viciously attacked by a grotesque creature, Katharine meets the mysteriously attractive Ash who teaches her about her true destiny. With her best friend Molli at her side, she is thrust into a world she'd only heard about in Sunday school. Now Katharine must join a war she never knew existed, a war that has been going on for centuries between The Guides and The Descended. As Katharine gets used to her new reality she learns devastating news about her best friend and finds out that Ash is far more mysterious than she could have ever imagined.

Genres: Fantasy

312 pages, Paperback

First published September 18, 2014

About the author

Rebecca R. Cohen has a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from SUNY Purchase in New York and used to write for the college newspaper. She created The Conzine, a magazine that focused on the glitz and glamour of celebrities in Hollywood. The content rights for her magazine was later sold to the publisher of Fan Quarterly. She is the author of 5 previous novels and continues to write every day in order to perfect her craft.

Reviews

[Sarah Elizabeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars
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I wasn't a fan of this one, it just didn't hold my attention, and all I wanted to do was put it down and read something else.



5 out of 10

[Abi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Actual rating - 2.5

I didn't enjoy this one very much unfortunately. I felt bored quite early on, and I had to take a break from it and read something else because of it.

[Nay Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was more than I expected it to be. I totally was thrown and became so in love with this book. It definitely has potential for a great fantasy trilogy. The characters are pretty awesome and the world development is somewhat solid.

Katherine is slowly approaching her 18th birthday. She is attacked during one of her late night walks by a fowl creature. A Descended. Katherine has to learn how to become a Tracker and save the world. I loved her off the bat. She is snarky, bold, confident and willing to learn as much as possible. Most characters in her position would run and hide, but she stood up to the challenge while pushing back with questions.

Ash is Guide, but what he really is and who his parents are shocked me. His flaws -- caring for Trackers and falling in love. It always seems to be the end of him or his charges. I loved Ash because he always found a reason to smile no matter the situation. He had a heart that most Guides and Angels don't truly have. He cared for everything and always tried to keep Katherine safe both mentally and physically.

Mollie was a great best-friend. Even though her time was short she took it like a champ. She never once blamed Katherine for her downfall. She supported her friend and helped her find peace. Davon was freaking annoying. I felt like he was extremely jealous of Ash. Chance seemed to be hiding way more than he let on. There has to be more to his story.

Serena is a wicked one. Being the first Descended she uses her powers to control the other Descended. I feel like she knew some things that is why she got kicked out of Heaven. I'm intrigued and disgusted by her all at once. Angelina is just a lost soul who was tricked by an evil woman. I feel really bad for her.

I loved the sneak peak of the sequel and can't wait to get my hands on it. I need to know what happens to Katherine and why Ash passed out.

[Rebecca Cohen · Rating 5 out of 5]

"You've never seen a fantasy story about angels told like this. The Fallen Shadows: Into The Light, will knock your socks off. Love it!" - Rick Worthy (Battlestar Galatica, Fallen, Supernatural)

"A fantastic story and a must read! The Fallen Shadows: Into The Light, leaves you wanting more and more after each turn of the page!" - Chase Coleman (Actor, The Originals)

[Emi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall, I liked the story. It was a creative and an original fantasy. But there were some (OK, a lot) of issues with the text. I think it is simply a result of poor proofreading.
I got the E-book for free, so I can't complain. :)

[Pamela Daniell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book! Read it in four days and can't wait to read the sequel.

[Jennifer Houseman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderfully written, draws you in from the first chapter and leaves you wanting more. Waiting anxiously for book 2 of this series. Loved every word!