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The Bound Spirit #2
Free Spirit
The world is a very weird place, and for seventeen-year-old, Callie, it's gotten a whole lot weirder. The paranormal is real, and not only are her five new guy friends some type of supernatural creature, but she is also too-- actually, she's the most powerful one of all. As a spirit witch, she's part of an ancient sect of witches that were believed to have been wiped out millennia ago and have the power to control life itself. Unfortunately, her magic is bound by a spell. Good news: The spell is weakening. Bad news: If it breaks before she can get it removed, half the town might go up in smoke atomic bomb style. Mix in a jealous witch that has it out for her. The growing awareness that her newfound friends are... very attractive. And the murderers that killed her friend Felix might be after her too. Callie has her hands more than full. Forget making it through her junior year. She just wants to make it to the end of October. In this intense, paranormal reverse harem, join Callie on the next chapter of her journey of healing from the horrors of her past while finding where she fits in the world of things that go bump into the night.Warning: This book contains graphic violence, adult language, mild sexual content including light M/M, and deals in sensitive issues such as abuse, suicide, and PTSD. Reader discretion is advised. At over 120,000 words, Free Spirit is a full-length novel and is written with the intent that the reader is familiar with the events that passed in the previous book, Bound Spirit.The Bound Spirit Series is a 10 book series that will cross from young adult to new adult content.
457 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 26, 2019
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H.A. Wills
16 books532 followersH.A. Wills has a BA in Art, specializing in digital media, but after over ten years working as a graphic designer, she could no longer ignore all the voices in her head and decided to start writing their stories down. The Southern California native dreams of far off places, but knows she’s too spoiled with all the state has to offer to ever stray too far from home. When she’s not glued to her computer, she enjoys long weekends reading and the occasional game of D&D.
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July 18, 2019
This is now my guilty pleasure. It’s not gonna be everyone’s cup of tea but nailed it for me.
If you'd told me back at Bound Spirit I'd be giving book 2 a full 5 stars I'd have laughed! But there you have it I loved this.
Like really loved this..
Even now months later I can’t get this outta my head and waiting for book 3! Where are all my fangirls at?? This need more love!
Book 1 ✮✮✮
I was a wee bit harsh on book 1 but I stand by my review. There was too many similarities to not be angry on TVD’s behalf. This sequel changed all that! Please take that warning in the blurb seriously, I still wouldn’t recommend this as a YA even though the characters are 17. Nolan's sexual exploits replaced the descriptive torture( that was toned down) to make this something I still wouldn’t let my teenager read.
I however, am a grown ass woman so it was all peachy for me! I loved that the sexual tension stepped up and we didn’t have to wait for book 5 to get there! now stepped up a level a little here folks don’t get overly excited
Of course as usual I had forgotten all the guys names etc etc
so this is for my own benefit when book 3 releases…
Donovan – the dark winged asshole Nephilim
Connor – the wolf shifter who rarely speaks
Felix – the nerdy ghost
Kaleb – The bookish light Nephilim
Nolan– The sex obsessed Vampire
Loving the mix of supernatural’ s and Callie’s powers are getting stronger - again freaking glad we didn’t have to wait 5 books for that. She is still vulnerable and the story is slow (the events covered are only a 2 week period) but the angsty relationship drama was top notch!
I’m a little depressed now I have to wait for book 3. I really hope it is the promised summer 2019 release
My only pet peeve was the repetition of the "praying for patience” face everyone seemed to make all the time
could really do with that joke leaking into book 3...
If you'd told me back at Bound Spirit I'd be giving book 2 a full 5 stars I'd have laughed! But there you have it I loved this.
Like really loved this..
Even now months later I can’t get this outta my head and waiting for book 3! Where are all my fangirls at?? This need more love!
Book 1 ✮✮✮
I was a wee bit harsh on book 1 but I stand by my review. There was too many similarities to not be angry on TVD’s behalf. This sequel changed all that! Please take that warning in the blurb seriously, I still wouldn’t recommend this as a YA even though the characters are 17. Nolan's sexual exploits replaced the descriptive torture( that was toned down) to make this something I still wouldn’t let my teenager read.
I however, am a grown ass woman so it was all peachy for me! I loved that the sexual tension stepped up and we didn’t have to wait for book 5 to get there! now stepped up a level a little here folks don’t get overly excited
Of course as usual I had forgotten all the guys names etc etc
so this is for my own benefit when book 3 releases…
Donovan – the dark winged asshole Nephilim
Connor – the wolf shifter who rarely speaks
Felix – the nerdy ghost
Kaleb – The bookish light Nephilim
Nolan– The sex obsessed Vampire
Loving the mix of supernatural’ s and Callie’s powers are getting stronger - again freaking glad we didn’t have to wait 5 books for that. She is still vulnerable and the story is slow (the events covered are only a 2 week period) but the angsty relationship drama was top notch!
I’m a little depressed now I have to wait for book 3. I really hope it is the promised summer 2019 release
My only pet peeve was the repetition of the "praying for patience” face everyone seemed to make all the time
could really do with that joke leaking into book 3...
August 20, 2022
Pages: 389
My rating (stars): 4.5
Free Spirit is now the second book by H. A. Wills. It is a slow burn RH story, with urban fantasy parts. In the second book the story and the characters evolve. The friendship between Callie, Kaleb, Donavan, Nolan and Felix continues to grow and develops into more.
I liked the story and am excited about the third part.
My rating (stars): 4.5
Free Spirit is now the second book by H. A. Wills. It is a slow burn RH story, with urban fantasy parts. In the second book the story and the characters evolve. The friendship between Callie, Kaleb, Donavan, Nolan and Felix continues to grow and develops into more.
I liked the story and am excited about the third part.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 2, 2019
I get why the author wanted Nolan and Donovan as lovers as well but I have to say that I’m not a fan. Also I really hope the next book is bit more fast paced in the sense that things happen. And by thing I mean romantic development. And by romantic development I mean I WANT RELATIONSHIPS
May 28, 2020
Whoa, what a book! 4.5 stars.
Lots of new revelations. Twists and turns. Deep talks. Sexual tension. Thrilling fight scenes that gave me goosebumps. Scenes that made my heart heavy with sorrow. How can I forget the humour? An action-packed installation.
This book picks up right where the previous one left off. The guys are keeping an eye on Callie. Mildred talks to Callie about her powers and according to her, Callie's power is almost equivalent to a goddess'. Apparently, the storm that Callie creates when she's high on emotion doesn't even scratch the surface of her power. Just what every girl needs to hear. If pushed too far, Callie may just end up destroying half the town and Gina, Nolan's ex isn't helping either. Callie also starts noticing new things, like how attractive the guys are. Getting over social awkwardness is one thing but relationships are a whole new box of trouble. Maybe we'll just focus at one thing at a time for now.
So I really can't write a review without giving away any spoilers. I also don't wanna give away any because this book was so damn good. You guys should seriously go in blind, it's worth it. Almost every chapter has new revelations. Personalities like Nolan are the reason I love vampires in the first place. Not only him, every character is fleshed out properly and meticulously crafted with complex personalities and backgrounds. Everyone has their own struggle. I love how we can actually see characters making mistakes here.
(Okay, this is a kind of a spoiler. So in that scene where everyone shut Kaleb down even if they were the ones who encouraged him to express himself more was honestly very refreshing. Like most of the times, characters generally act understandingly but that didn't happen here. They made mistakes. They hurt him. That was honestly very surprising to me and I loved it.)
The author steers clear of obvious solutions and clichés in a lot of instances and I was pleasantly surprised. Also,I want to say that I love how Callie is actually scared of fire. Like recently, I've been reading a lot of books where a lot of people wield fire as their main element because it is the most passionate and intense element and stuff. Here, I feel like Callie favours air and water, another example of how the author trashed my expectations.
So yeah... I'm not telling anything else. Go in blind. This book will seriously amaze you.
Happy reading!
Lots of new revelations. Twists and turns. Deep talks. Sexual tension. Thrilling fight scenes that gave me goosebumps. Scenes that made my heart heavy with sorrow. How can I forget the humour? An action-packed installation.
This book picks up right where the previous one left off. The guys are keeping an eye on Callie. Mildred talks to Callie about her powers and according to her, Callie's power is almost equivalent to a goddess'. Apparently, the storm that Callie creates when she's high on emotion doesn't even scratch the surface of her power. Just what every girl needs to hear. If pushed too far, Callie may just end up destroying half the town and Gina, Nolan's ex isn't helping either. Callie also starts noticing new things, like how attractive the guys are. Getting over social awkwardness is one thing but relationships are a whole new box of trouble. Maybe we'll just focus at one thing at a time for now.
So I really can't write a review without giving away any spoilers. I also don't wanna give away any because this book was so damn good. You guys should seriously go in blind, it's worth it. Almost every chapter has new revelations. Personalities like Nolan are the reason I love vampires in the first place. Not only him, every character is fleshed out properly and meticulously crafted with complex personalities and backgrounds. Everyone has their own struggle. I love how we can actually see characters making mistakes here.
(Okay, this is a kind of a spoiler. So in that scene where everyone shut Kaleb down even if they were the ones who encouraged him to express himself more was honestly very refreshing. Like most of the times, characters generally act understandingly but that didn't happen here. They made mistakes. They hurt him. That was honestly very surprising to me and I loved it.)
The author steers clear of obvious solutions and clichés in a lot of instances and I was pleasantly surprised. Also,I want to say that I love how Callie is actually scared of fire. Like recently, I've been reading a lot of books where a lot of people wield fire as their main element because it is the most passionate and intense element and stuff. Here, I feel like Callie favours air and water, another example of how the author trashed my expectations.
So yeah... I'm not telling anything else. Go in blind. This book will seriously amaze you.
Happy reading!
January 18, 2026
More answers, more questions
This series is a feel good paranormal that wraps around you like a warm blanket. You’ve got the damaged, yet strong girl and the equally damaged, but protective men that adopt her into their midst. Slightly formulaic and a touch reminiscent of The Veil Diaries, it still hits all the right notes and transforms into a story that is uniquely its own.
Pros:
- We finally get some answers
- Felix.... I think I’m in love with a geeky ghost.
- well written
- Well edited
- The descriptions are lively and in full color, painting the scenes in your mind with delicate, literary brush strokes.
- Character development: they ALL really grow in this book.
- Past traumas and natural reactions are not ignored for the sake of plot, instead they are explored and incorporated into the narrative, no matter how awkward or inconvenient they may be.
Cons:
- Decent wait for Book 3, Summer 2019
- Lack of other friendly female characters aside from the aunt.
- Cliffhanger... dang it!
This series is a feel good paranormal that wraps around you like a warm blanket. You’ve got the damaged, yet strong girl and the equally damaged, but protective men that adopt her into their midst. Slightly formulaic and a touch reminiscent of The Veil Diaries, it still hits all the right notes and transforms into a story that is uniquely its own.
Pros:
- We finally get some answers
- Felix.... I think I’m in love with a geeky ghost.
- well written
- Well edited
- The descriptions are lively and in full color, painting the scenes in your mind with delicate, literary brush strokes.
- Character development: they ALL really grow in this book.
- Past traumas and natural reactions are not ignored for the sake of plot, instead they are explored and incorporated into the narrative, no matter how awkward or inconvenient they may be.
Cons:
- Decent wait for Book 3, Summer 2019
- Lack of other friendly female characters aside from the aunt.
- Cliffhanger... dang it!
January 28, 2019
3.5 stars
March 21, 2019
I'm so feeling this series... I can say the author is slowly, tooth aching slowly building this story within the last two books, ( so FYI this is a slow burn series) however this storyline is so good and sweet it makes your toothache. I just love the dynamics of these characters and the interactions of the heroes and the heroine.
Overall Rating:
5* ~ A Must Read
Overall Rating:
5* ~ A Must Read
April 28, 2020
4.5 stars
Okay before I get into the review... let me just say that when reading the synopsis for book 3, I found out that this series is still on going, which I knew, but I didn't know it was going to be 10 BOOKS LONG!!!!!!! I am not mad that it's a long series I am pissed I started this series not knowing I will have to wait for all the books to come out... I am not good at waiting for series I really enjoy.....UGH
Okay back to the review. This book I did enjoy, I feel like there were a little more slow parts in here which made my mind wander more than the first book. This book still had a lot going on which made it so you were never bored for that long if a slow part came up.
There was a shock of an MM being mentioned, I won't say by who, but I will say if this was solely an MM book I would definitely ship these two together. This will be the first RH that has some MM elements in it that I have read, there wasn't any kissing or anything by the guys, it was just talked about by them, and you know that one of the characters is bi.
I will say Callie is still a strong heroine, she goes through a lot, and I feel like she does the right amount of keeping things to herself without whining about it, and also put some of her burden on the guys (even though they have just as much going on in their lives as her). I also love her internal dialogue, it is very relatable, if you have 5 really hot best friends that you are trying not to show you like a little more than friends, as well as trying not to you know destroy a town.. haha
I will say the writing of this series is addictive, their friend group is amazing I love the banter that all of the guys have between themselves as well as with Callie.
Kaleb and Callie's chemistry did show up a little more in this book, than the first book which I enjoyed since we didn't see much of that originally.
I do wish there was more romance going on, this is like the longest tease of my entire life. You can tell that Callie and the guys are starting to have a little more than friendship feelings towards one another. I hope that in book 3 we at least get some romance happening, I mean rumors are spreading about them all being in a relationship, lets make it happen! haha
I will say that there is a lot of talk about suicide, mainly used as a bully tactic by Gina, to me it was a little much after awhile, like I get that Callie can never die, but it just felt like it was a little much.
Other than that this book was great, it still has all the elements I love in a book and it was easy to read. I really enjoyed all of the pop culture references in here to Avatar the Last Airbender, the Marvel universe, DC, some Twilight (mainly in the first book). I think that it really makes it that more relatable.
Can't wait to read the third book.. will try and read it slower, knowing that the next book won't come out until later this year.... (ugh I hate waiting for books in a series I love)
Okay before I get into the review... let me just say that when reading the synopsis for book 3, I found out that this series is still on going, which I knew, but I didn't know it was going to be 10 BOOKS LONG!!!!!!! I am not mad that it's a long series I am pissed I started this series not knowing I will have to wait for all the books to come out... I am not good at waiting for series I really enjoy.....UGH
Okay back to the review. This book I did enjoy, I feel like there were a little more slow parts in here which made my mind wander more than the first book. This book still had a lot going on which made it so you were never bored for that long if a slow part came up.
There was a shock of an MM being mentioned, I won't say by who, but I will say if this was solely an MM book I would definitely ship these two together. This will be the first RH that has some MM elements in it that I have read, there wasn't any kissing or anything by the guys, it was just talked about by them, and you know that one of the characters is bi.
I will say Callie is still a strong heroine, she goes through a lot, and I feel like she does the right amount of keeping things to herself without whining about it, and also put some of her burden on the guys (even though they have just as much going on in their lives as her). I also love her internal dialogue, it is very relatable, if you have 5 really hot best friends that you are trying not to show you like a little more than friends, as well as trying not to you know destroy a town.. haha
I will say the writing of this series is addictive, their friend group is amazing I love the banter that all of the guys have between themselves as well as with Callie.
Kaleb and Callie's chemistry did show up a little more in this book, than the first book which I enjoyed since we didn't see much of that originally.
I do wish there was more romance going on, this is like the longest tease of my entire life. You can tell that Callie and the guys are starting to have a little more than friendship feelings towards one another. I hope that in book 3 we at least get some romance happening, I mean rumors are spreading about them all being in a relationship, lets make it happen! haha
I will say that there is a lot of talk about suicide, mainly used as a bully tactic by Gina, to me it was a little much after awhile, like I get that Callie can never die, but it just felt like it was a little much.
Other than that this book was great, it still has all the elements I love in a book and it was easy to read. I really enjoyed all of the pop culture references in here to Avatar the Last Airbender, the Marvel universe, DC, some Twilight (mainly in the first book). I think that it really makes it that more relatable.
Can't wait to read the third book.. will try and read it slower, knowing that the next book won't come out until later this year.... (ugh I hate waiting for books in a series I love)
January 31, 2019
I was waiting for this book for some time because I like to start new series with at least two books out. I read fast and get confused with the details if the books are too far apart.
That being said, I started this series a little afraid of what I would find when I was told that this will be a ten book series. I kept hearing people say that this one was similar to The Veil Diaries - that I really love - and I thought that I would suffer with the guys getting girlfriends and taking too long to realise that they like Callie. I'm happy to be be proven wrong!
I love all the characters and fell in love with Connor - one of the guys of the harem - since the beggining of the first book but I have to say that since that scene of Donovan e Nolan dancing with Callie I'm happy with the motto #whychoose!
The book is really well written and the characters are amazing!
I Need book three like yesterday!
That being said, I started this series a little afraid of what I would find when I was told that this will be a ten book series. I kept hearing people say that this one was similar to The Veil Diaries - that I really love - and I thought that I would suffer with the guys getting girlfriends and taking too long to realise that they like Callie. I'm happy to be be proven wrong!
I love all the characters and fell in love with Connor - one of the guys of the harem - since the beggining of the first book but I have to say that since that scene of Donovan e Nolan dancing with Callie I'm happy with the motto #whychoose!
The book is really well written and the characters are amazing!
I Need book three like yesterday!
August 31, 2022
I had to DNF this book. You can’t go from high school bully issues to adult demon issues in the same chapter, by this time I had already been skimming a major portion of the book because it just stopped flowing well, with the background issues, history issues and current issues it just got jumbled and the characters lost their appeal. To many plot points to quickly.
February 5, 2019
If you enjoyed Bound Spirit, than you will love Free Spirit. I feel a lot more happens in this book, like a lot. I feel the pace is about the same if not a tad slower. But I will say that I devoured this in one setting, I could not put it down.
Free Spirit finds Callie knowing who and what she is. She is trying to get a handle on this dangerous power she has. She is training with her guys while she learns about being a witch and her origins from her aunt. Also add in her dealing with the abuse her father dealt her over the years. Cassie is a fighter and watching her grow and deal with everything had me cheering for her. Things escalate with Nolan's wacked out ex of a witch who has declared war on Callie. Callie's response is bring it on!! So love it. But the witch fights dirty, and seeing how Callie deals with it, was a good way. But I have to say I just wished she would beat the crap out of her lol.
The guys, loving them so much. Loving it that we get to know them more. Callie spends more time individually with them and it strengthens their relationships. We know how they feel, more about their pasts, personalities and how different they are. Loved the point of views as well. They in turn learn more about her past, and each take steps to help her as best as they can.
The ending was freaking crazy good. Yes there is a cliffhanger, but it is setting up for book three perfectly. I however will be waiting impatiently to find out what happens next.
If you haven't read this series, start with Bound Spirit, it will set up the characters and the plot to better understand Free Spirit. Don't miss out on this series, you will not be disappointed.
Free Spirit finds Callie knowing who and what she is. She is trying to get a handle on this dangerous power she has. She is training with her guys while she learns about being a witch and her origins from her aunt. Also add in her dealing with the abuse her father dealt her over the years. Cassie is a fighter and watching her grow and deal with everything had me cheering for her. Things escalate with Nolan's wacked out ex of a witch who has declared war on Callie. Callie's response is bring it on!! So love it. But the witch fights dirty, and seeing how Callie deals with it, was a good way. But I have to say I just wished she would beat the crap out of her lol.
The guys, loving them so much. Loving it that we get to know them more. Callie spends more time individually with them and it strengthens their relationships. We know how they feel, more about their pasts, personalities and how different they are. Loved the point of views as well. They in turn learn more about her past, and each take steps to help her as best as they can.
The ending was freaking crazy good. Yes there is a cliffhanger, but it is setting up for book three perfectly. I however will be waiting impatiently to find out what happens next.
If you haven't read this series, start with Bound Spirit, it will set up the characters and the plot to better understand Free Spirit. Don't miss out on this series, you will not be disappointed.
February 4, 2019
The truth comes out!
So much goes on in this book! Gina's antics escalate, Callie finds out what being a spirit witch really means and there are a few chapters with some of the guy's point of view which helped endear them more to me. Its a slow burn reverse harem and its so good!
So much goes on in this book! Gina's antics escalate, Callie finds out what being a spirit witch really means and there are a few chapters with some of the guy's point of view which helped endear them more to me. Its a slow burn reverse harem and its so good!
October 25, 2023
Now that was.interesting!
I was totally absorbed in the story, i didn't realize I moved out into the Dec nd book before writing my review.on Goodreads for the first book...lol
Well, almost did it again.
It's a cute.extremely snail paced rh for YA audiences.
I was totally absorbed in the story, i didn't realize I moved out into the Dec nd book before writing my review.on Goodreads for the first book...lol
Well, almost did it again.
It's a cute.extremely snail paced rh for YA audiences.
October 18, 2020
4.5 enjoyable stars
This book might be about Callie and the guys, but I'm so here for Donovan and Nolan 😍 I'll probably end up shipping them more than anyone else in the book because two hot alpha bi males hot for each other is my weakness, but I still love them all equally and ship them with Callie, they all have great chemistry.
This book might be about Callie and the guys, but I'm so here for Donovan and Nolan 😍 I'll probably end up shipping them more than anyone else in the book because two hot alpha bi males hot for each other is my weakness, but I still love them all equally and ship them with Callie, they all have great chemistry.
October 16, 2021
Fabulous
Such a good story. This is such a character driven book. The world the author has built is magical, and I’m here for it.
Such a good story. This is such a character driven book. The world the author has built is magical, and I’m here for it.
February 5, 2019
This was not good. I am so confused and there is way too many things going on and the characters are not well developed enough. There is also too much sexual tension and nooooo follow through. I feel like I've had sexual whiplash and I'm not happy about it. I will try to read the third one, but I won't be excited about it. :(
January 29, 2019
Round 2! Fight!
Callie has escaped Hell. Neither baseball bats, nor knives, nor fire can stop her. So this stupid binding spell? Pshhh. It may not be a piece of cake but it certainly isn't anything more than another speed bump. And since she has a giant wolf, a vampire, 2 nephilim and a ghost on her side, she's golden. Even the Mean Girls version of Sabrina the Teenaged Twit can only throw her off stride for a moment. Because she's finding out things, not just about herself, but the guys, too. Conner's dad is a mongrel ass, Donovan has an interesting family tree, Kaleb isn't always perfect, Nolan needs a donor that won't become another Gina and Felix is starting to feel lost in a world he can't connect with anymore. She'd get right on taking care of all of that, except this stupid binding spell that's leaking magic? Yeah, if she pushes too far it can go nuclear. The Chernobyl version of Spirit Witch Unbound.
Spoilers ahead.
So, the first book really mimicked The Veil Diaries big time. This one branched away more. There's still teen girl meanness, school official snark, a ghostly sidekick, a guardian family member that knows and imparts family history and a few other things. But, it also started forging a new path. It distinguished itself. The Gina issue is a little much. The guys are falling apart instead of bonding closer, although after that epilogue maybe that will change in book 3? Warnings, if m/m bothers you, you may want to quit now. Two of the friends have participated in some heavy petting. Doesn't bother me but know it's not everyone's thing. I'm trying to not give full spoilers here so I think I'm going to leave it at this:
It more than carried it's weight as a sequel. It expanded where it needed to, leaving just enough mystery to keep the readers wanting more and has proven it's not a rip-off clone. Now, just brush up the handful of typos and grammatical errors and she's good to go.
Callie has escaped Hell. Neither baseball bats, nor knives, nor fire can stop her. So this stupid binding spell? Pshhh. It may not be a piece of cake but it certainly isn't anything more than another speed bump. And since she has a giant wolf, a vampire, 2 nephilim and a ghost on her side, she's golden. Even the Mean Girls version of Sabrina the Teenaged Twit can only throw her off stride for a moment. Because she's finding out things, not just about herself, but the guys, too. Conner's dad is a mongrel ass, Donovan has an interesting family tree, Kaleb isn't always perfect, Nolan needs a donor that won't become another Gina and Felix is starting to feel lost in a world he can't connect with anymore. She'd get right on taking care of all of that, except this stupid binding spell that's leaking magic? Yeah, if she pushes too far it can go nuclear. The Chernobyl version of Spirit Witch Unbound.
Spoilers ahead.
So, the first book really mimicked The Veil Diaries big time. This one branched away more. There's still teen girl meanness, school official snark, a ghostly sidekick, a guardian family member that knows and imparts family history and a few other things. But, it also started forging a new path. It distinguished itself. The Gina issue is a little much. The guys are falling apart instead of bonding closer, although after that epilogue maybe that will change in book 3? Warnings, if m/m bothers you, you may want to quit now. Two of the friends have participated in some heavy petting. Doesn't bother me but know it's not everyone's thing. I'm trying to not give full spoilers here so I think I'm going to leave it at this:
It more than carried it's weight as a sequel. It expanded where it needed to, leaving just enough mystery to keep the readers wanting more and has proven it's not a rip-off clone. Now, just brush up the handful of typos and grammatical errors and she's good to go.
September 21, 2022
really really really slow burn
This got a 3* purely because I am interested in seeing where the story goes. The romance in this series is almost non existent. I would struggle to call it a romance to be honest and definitely not really a RH. Callie as we gather has no experience for a few reasons. The potential RH love interests have all friend zoned her. This is the end of the second book and there has been a total of 1 kiss, deemed a mistake from the male character’ s perspective. This is the slowest burn I have ever read, I am at the stage of thinking she would be better off without them. There has been more MM action than what the FMC has had - as I stated above, 1 kiss between the 2 books. The boys seem to be more interested in other girls or exs. Strange choice by the author. Not even sure why they are friends as would rather keep things from each other. Different if maybe they sensed a mate bond. But mate bonds don’t seem to be a thing in this series. 2 of them friend zoned her because the ghost was in love with her??? Yes ghost, unable to touch.
Difficult to see who this series is aimed towards. Not suitable for under 18’s but far too slow a burn for over 18’s. The storyline has potential but it itself is slow. Would like to see something happening against Gina and the Coven but I feel like the author has gone all round the houses without really moving forward. The MFC is an eternal victim who for any slight touch or chemistry is made to feel rejected. The author herself seems conflicted and threw in some MM between 2 of the main characters, that took me by surprise as there was no hints or lead up to it being mentioned. Didn’t think after 2 books I would be saying not a single steamy scene. I will try the next book but not holding out a lot of hope.
This got a 3* purely because I am interested in seeing where the story goes. The romance in this series is almost non existent. I would struggle to call it a romance to be honest and definitely not really a RH. Callie as we gather has no experience for a few reasons. The potential RH love interests have all friend zoned her. This is the end of the second book and there has been a total of 1 kiss, deemed a mistake from the male character’ s perspective. This is the slowest burn I have ever read, I am at the stage of thinking she would be better off without them. There has been more MM action than what the FMC has had - as I stated above, 1 kiss between the 2 books. The boys seem to be more interested in other girls or exs. Strange choice by the author. Not even sure why they are friends as would rather keep things from each other. Different if maybe they sensed a mate bond. But mate bonds don’t seem to be a thing in this series. 2 of them friend zoned her because the ghost was in love with her??? Yes ghost, unable to touch.
Difficult to see who this series is aimed towards. Not suitable for under 18’s but far too slow a burn for over 18’s. The storyline has potential but it itself is slow. Would like to see something happening against Gina and the Coven but I feel like the author has gone all round the houses without really moving forward. The MFC is an eternal victim who for any slight touch or chemistry is made to feel rejected. The author herself seems conflicted and threw in some MM between 2 of the main characters, that took me by surprise as there was no hints or lead up to it being mentioned. Didn’t think after 2 books I would be saying not a single steamy scene. I will try the next book but not holding out a lot of hope.
February 15, 2023
It was really worth the wait tbh. There were a few twists, but honestly I wasn't all that surprised, but it was written well enough that it didn't matter that I wasn't surprised. I think part of what I love about this book is that yes they are 17 and yes 17 yr olds and younger have sex all the time but I don't like to read about it because I feel it's a big issue...buuuuuut Wills doesn't keep out the building tension or romance it's very realistic with Callie's background, a girl that has lived a life like that with a personality like that would be rather confused and probably scared of feelings like that but Wills makes it a slow adjustment with the guys and Mildred helping to heal her and prove she's safe with them so it makes sense when the guys and her start to feel stuff, it doesn't feel forced (like Wills is trying to just get to the adult stuff) it also doesn't feel rushed. With the whole thing in the woods at the trail I was sort of surprised but Con also hinted at something as well. BUT I was surprised by the sexual bromance (not in a bad way) but it fits so much that I'm also not too surprised because it just seems like that's how it should be. Now the ending is a cliff hanger that left me wanting to pull some hair but the cliff hanger also made sense...so now I'm like a walking oxymoron and can't tell if I should be surprised or not, angry or not....lol.
January 23, 2020
There is a lot that goes on in this book and for the most part, it is fairly fast paced. I am really enjoying the story but it could have had a little better of a flow. We had some events that showed up that seems a little out of sync and info dump feeling. Mostly I think that could be improved by a little more editing. Overall though I'm entertained and plan on reading the next book.
August 29, 2022
I enjoyed the first book, but I can’t stand Callie in this one.
She doesn’t want to tell anyone her personal shit, but if she doesn’t get the full story on something she’s throwing temper tantrums and demanding answers and snapping at them like a brat. It just makes me cringe, I can’t imagine anyone acting like that towards people they’ve known for like a week.
She doesn’t want to tell anyone her personal shit, but if she doesn’t get the full story on something she’s throwing temper tantrums and demanding answers and snapping at them like a brat. It just makes me cringe, I can’t imagine anyone acting like that towards people they’ve known for like a week.
July 4, 2020
Better than the first book, but at this point I read it not for the plotline. If you know what I mean. From time to time it was entertaining, but barely.
February 16, 2023
idk i’m really just not feelin it w how much of a slow burn this will be. Bleh.
January 27, 2019
Free Spirit was unexpected. I knew that I'd enjoy it, and I knew that I'd probably binge my way through it as I tend to do with any new release that I've eagerly waited for.
However, there were definitely some fun surprises. First of all, I'd just like to say that we had better get used to some cold showers or thinking about that one obnoxious image that's sure to turn yourself off. Faster than I expected, Wills dives into teasing us with little bits of tension, scenes that hint at the action we'll get to throw ourselves into after the next few books. I, for one, think these little moments are just building up great expectation of things to come, but there will be many a reader swooning or bristling with frustration because we can't just have all the steaminess when we really want it....NOW.
Now, the pacing felt a little slower book one, but I didn't feel at all like my attention was in danger of wavering. The stakes are getting higher as Callie's magic fights the binding around her and the guys' become more and more committed to her being a part of their lives. The little dips that we get into the guys' perspectives are very telling, and I love that we're seeing the progression of their friendships and otherwise relationships through both Callie and their points of view.
In short (though, honestly, I can never do anything short), this book should be described as "a lot of sh*t happens". There's delicious character development all over the place, and, though he's still not my "best boy", I have to give a round of applause to Kaleb.
He was the one I was least drawn to after book one, but he's definitely growing on me. We get this little sparks of the "real" Kaleb, the one who has dreams, moods, goals, and a backbone that don't coincide with the Mr. Perfect mask he wears, and I like what I'm seeing so far.
Connor and Donovan both have some big unveiling going on too, as us readers (and Callie, a little bit more slowly) learn more about their backgrounds and the darkness they each fight. I'm kind of dying to get to know Connor more; especially as one of Callie's "called" wolves, I find his character fascinating. We get enough insider information to satisfy me for now, but I'm hoping we'll see him start to open up more WITH Callie and not have a lot of the insider moments restricted to his chapters or conversations with the guys. A lot of best boy material there.
Felix is fabulous, and of course Nolan, my best boy, is equally wonderful. Both of these characters make my heart happy and hurt in the best ways...they both have this loneliness to them that makes me want to hug them. Each of the guys have some kind of vulnerability, but, for whatever reason, theirs strikes me the most so far.
Overall, Free Spirit just sucked me in. Callie's magic is interesting, and there are so many little mysteries and issues revolving around it that my attention is just totally snared- with every thing that we start to understand, we learn there's still more to uncover. I love a complex puzzle, and Wills has certainly crafted an awesome one here.
However, there were definitely some fun surprises. First of all, I'd just like to say that we had better get used to some cold showers or thinking about that one obnoxious image that's sure to turn yourself off. Faster than I expected, Wills dives into teasing us with little bits of tension, scenes that hint at the action we'll get to throw ourselves into after the next few books. I, for one, think these little moments are just building up great expectation of things to come, but there will be many a reader swooning or bristling with frustration because we can't just have all the steaminess when we really want it....NOW.
Now, the pacing felt a little slower book one, but I didn't feel at all like my attention was in danger of wavering. The stakes are getting higher as Callie's magic fights the binding around her and the guys' become more and more committed to her being a part of their lives. The little dips that we get into the guys' perspectives are very telling, and I love that we're seeing the progression of their friendships and otherwise relationships through both Callie and their points of view.
In short (though, honestly, I can never do anything short), this book should be described as "a lot of sh*t happens". There's delicious character development all over the place, and, though he's still not my "best boy", I have to give a round of applause to Kaleb.
He was the one I was least drawn to after book one, but he's definitely growing on me. We get this little sparks of the "real" Kaleb, the one who has dreams, moods, goals, and a backbone that don't coincide with the Mr. Perfect mask he wears, and I like what I'm seeing so far.
Connor and Donovan both have some big unveiling going on too, as us readers (and Callie, a little bit more slowly) learn more about their backgrounds and the darkness they each fight. I'm kind of dying to get to know Connor more; especially as one of Callie's "called" wolves, I find his character fascinating. We get enough insider information to satisfy me for now, but I'm hoping we'll see him start to open up more WITH Callie and not have a lot of the insider moments restricted to his chapters or conversations with the guys. A lot of best boy material there.
Felix is fabulous, and of course Nolan, my best boy, is equally wonderful. Both of these characters make my heart happy and hurt in the best ways...they both have this loneliness to them that makes me want to hug them. Each of the guys have some kind of vulnerability, but, for whatever reason, theirs strikes me the most so far.
Overall, Free Spirit just sucked me in. Callie's magic is interesting, and there are so many little mysteries and issues revolving around it that my attention is just totally snared- with every thing that we start to understand, we learn there's still more to uncover. I love a complex puzzle, and Wills has certainly crafted an awesome one here.
January 29, 2019
Free Spirit is the amazing second book in one of my new favorite series! Delivered to my kindle a little after midnight on it's release day, I stayed up waiting and read until nearly 5am with absolutely no regrets! Even better than the first, Free Spirit continues Callie's amazing story as she discovers who she is and the supernatural world that she lives in.
Now knowing who she is and some of the power that she possesses, Callie begins trained with the guys to learn how to protect herself and learning about her origins and powers with her aunt. But even though she is surrounded by new friends and family and her years of abuse by her father are behind her, her life is getting crazier than ever. Nolan's crazy witch ex is targeting Callie, and it's beginning to escalate past the point of simply spreading rumors. Whoever killed Felix's family seems to be back and after Callie. And possibly worst of all, Callie is starting to notice that her best friends are really attractive and feelings start getting a little confusing.
This book picked up right where the last left off leaving no guessing to what happens in between. Bound Spirit ends with a POV from Donovan and with Free Spirit we start with the same scene from Callie's POV which I loved! There were a few chapters in this book from the guys' POV. This is my favorite writing style because the story is mostly seen from the FMC's POV, but we still get glimpses of the guys and how they are feeling and reacting to the same events as her.
Another thing I loved about this book was Callie's ptsd. A lot of books that deal with an abused character either show her very meek throughout the series or have some insane recovery where all the sudden by book 2 she's fine and has no triggers. Free Spirit shows Callie continuing to struggle with triggers while maintaining her strong persona and forcing the guys to treat her normally, not avoid ever mentioning fire or stairs.
We also get to know the guys a lot better. Callie begins to take time with each of them individually and begins to learn more about their pasts and their characters. She learns about their struggles, their families and home lives, and their futures. I loved getting to learn more about them all, especially Nolan, Connor, and Donovan!
The end of this book gets crazy good. Callie and the guys face off against some enemies and the result will have a huge impact on their lives. This cliffhanger gave me quite possibly the biggest book hangover I've ever had. With Free Spirit amazing me even more than Bound Spirit, I am extremely eager and beyond ready for the next book in this fantastic series!
Now knowing who she is and some of the power that she possesses, Callie begins trained with the guys to learn how to protect herself and learning about her origins and powers with her aunt. But even though she is surrounded by new friends and family and her years of abuse by her father are behind her, her life is getting crazier than ever. Nolan's crazy witch ex is targeting Callie, and it's beginning to escalate past the point of simply spreading rumors. Whoever killed Felix's family seems to be back and after Callie. And possibly worst of all, Callie is starting to notice that her best friends are really attractive and feelings start getting a little confusing.
This book picked up right where the last left off leaving no guessing to what happens in between. Bound Spirit ends with a POV from Donovan and with Free Spirit we start with the same scene from Callie's POV which I loved! There were a few chapters in this book from the guys' POV. This is my favorite writing style because the story is mostly seen from the FMC's POV, but we still get glimpses of the guys and how they are feeling and reacting to the same events as her.
Another thing I loved about this book was Callie's ptsd. A lot of books that deal with an abused character either show her very meek throughout the series or have some insane recovery where all the sudden by book 2 she's fine and has no triggers. Free Spirit shows Callie continuing to struggle with triggers while maintaining her strong persona and forcing the guys to treat her normally, not avoid ever mentioning fire or stairs.
We also get to know the guys a lot better. Callie begins to take time with each of them individually and begins to learn more about their pasts and their characters. She learns about their struggles, their families and home lives, and their futures. I loved getting to learn more about them all, especially Nolan, Connor, and Donovan!
The end of this book gets crazy good. Callie and the guys face off against some enemies and the result will have a huge impact on their lives. This cliffhanger gave me quite possibly the biggest book hangover I've ever had. With Free Spirit amazing me even more than Bound Spirit, I am extremely eager and beyond ready for the next book in this fantastic series!
September 24, 2021
Ignore this review if you don't want summary/ spoilers. I am making this review so I can keep track of the series that I am following.
Heroine: Callie
-Immortal/ Rapid Healing = Goddess like powers because she is the last Spirit Witch (Chosen One Cliche)
-Heroine has anger/hulk issues where if she gets angry things get destroyed by her magic.
-Nightmares because of past abuses
-For some reason parents seem to fine with guys hanging out and sleep next to heroine.
-Heroine has powerful magic that is leaking out of her because of magic blocker. Local witches won't help her (because leader is a basic villain with a villian/bully daughter).
-End of this book Heroine magic is released because of Conner's father (Alpha) trying to kill her and Conner.
-Aunt super powerful.
Heroes:
Kaleb-Angel
-Issues with his destiny to help his friend Felix move on.
-Fights demons at the end of the book.
Donovan-Fallen Angel
-Decided to fight demons at the end of the book to save MC aunt even though he is in training. (Because Felix) must remain a secret.
Nolan- Vampire
-Starts drinking blood from heroine.
-Find out how about his curse from evil witch ex-girlfriend.
-Sister a demon.
Felix- Ghost
-Doesn't want to move on.
Connor -Werewolf
-Over the top abuse scene by his Father. (Didn't think it was necessary to the extent it was described. I felt like hinting at his abuse or maybe some flash backs would have been more effective.)
-Pack has an issue with him not being racist against other supernaturals and pick them over his pack.
-Called to serve heroine.
Villians
Nolan's ex is a witch tries to get heroine to kill herself (which is just over the line messed up and it seems like everyone just goes along with it. Thinking the worst of the heroine.)
People and authority don't believe heroine and decide to blame her for incidents for no reason. (Villains are really one sided in this book with no redeeming qualities. It makes them flat in my opinion. I can't help but roll my eyes every time she interacts with one.)
There are a couple of side characters introduced. Conner's ex/friend female wolf who is on friendly terms with Conner.
Pace is a slow burn romance with no sex but kissing and some light fondling has happened at this point.
The only interesting part was the end where half of them had to fight demons while the other half fought the Alpha of the local pack.
Overall this RH is was boring for most of the book with over the top villains and people that are not realistic or relatable. Nolan's history and the ending scene were the most interesting parts. It seems like the demons and the Alpha took the credit for killing Felix. Not sure which one did it.
Heroine: Callie
-Immortal/ Rapid Healing = Goddess like powers because she is the last Spirit Witch (Chosen One Cliche)
-Heroine has anger/hulk issues where if she gets angry things get destroyed by her magic.
-Nightmares because of past abuses
-For some reason parents seem to fine with guys hanging out and sleep next to heroine.
-Heroine has powerful magic that is leaking out of her because of magic blocker. Local witches won't help her (because leader is a basic villain with a villian/bully daughter).
-End of this book Heroine magic is released because of Conner's father (Alpha) trying to kill her and Conner.
-Aunt super powerful.
Heroes:
Kaleb-Angel
-Issues with his destiny to help his friend Felix move on.
-Fights demons at the end of the book.
Donovan-Fallen Angel
-Decided to fight demons at the end of the book to save MC aunt even though he is in training. (Because Felix) must remain a secret.
Nolan- Vampire
-Starts drinking blood from heroine.
-Find out how about his curse from evil witch ex-girlfriend.
-Sister a demon.
Felix- Ghost
-Doesn't want to move on.
Connor -Werewolf
-Over the top abuse scene by his Father. (Didn't think it was necessary to the extent it was described. I felt like hinting at his abuse or maybe some flash backs would have been more effective.)
-Pack has an issue with him not being racist against other supernaturals and pick them over his pack.
-Called to serve heroine.
Villians
Nolan's ex is a witch tries to get heroine to kill herself (which is just over the line messed up and it seems like everyone just goes along with it. Thinking the worst of the heroine.)
People and authority don't believe heroine and decide to blame her for incidents for no reason. (Villains are really one sided in this book with no redeeming qualities. It makes them flat in my opinion. I can't help but roll my eyes every time she interacts with one.)
There are a couple of side characters introduced. Conner's ex/friend female wolf who is on friendly terms with Conner.
Pace is a slow burn romance with no sex but kissing and some light fondling has happened at this point.
The only interesting part was the end where half of them had to fight demons while the other half fought the Alpha of the local pack.
Overall this RH is was boring for most of the book with over the top villains and people that are not realistic or relatable. Nolan's history and the ending scene were the most interesting parts. It seems like the demons and the Alpha took the credit for killing Felix. Not sure which one did it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 9, 2019
A good slow burn rh
I put off reading this book 2 in the bound spirit series. I honestly can't tell you why. I'm sure I could go back to my review of book 1 and figure it out but, meh. Whatever it was I kept scrolling past this on my kindle and going no. Whatever the problem was, it don't bother me for book 2. The relationships are developing at at good pace, you are encountering decent lower level foes as the story builds to whatever the big bad is going to be. There are a couple of little things I don't love how they are done, I think the virgin thing is played out, and it creeps me out a little when you have a virgin, especially a severely abused virgin, going into an RH type of situation, but it would be hard for the FMC to be anything but a virgin with her back story, so I'll give that one a pass. There is a scene involving the administration at the school and I think that could have been handled a little differently both in the aunt's response and in the sort of realization that of course it was going to go that way because the same power that got them in that mess would result in the administration having no other response but the one they had. But really, those are my only complaints. I'm excited for book 3. I'm perfectly content with the fact that there is so time between books. I know there is a push to get books out every couple of weeks or within a month or two of the last release, but this book is long, and the characters and the plot are being well developed, if this was being pushed out quickly then we would be getting a story with a good idea but that isn't executed well. I think with book 2 under my belt I'm anticipating all of the current plot holes like what happened in the one battle are left open on purpose to be explained later so I would definitely recommend continuing this series or picking it up if you read the reviews for book 1 and wanted to see what people thought of book 2 before committing.
I put off reading this book 2 in the bound spirit series. I honestly can't tell you why. I'm sure I could go back to my review of book 1 and figure it out but, meh. Whatever it was I kept scrolling past this on my kindle and going no. Whatever the problem was, it don't bother me for book 2. The relationships are developing at at good pace, you are encountering decent lower level foes as the story builds to whatever the big bad is going to be. There are a couple of little things I don't love how they are done, I think the virgin thing is played out, and it creeps me out a little when you have a virgin, especially a severely abused virgin, going into an RH type of situation, but it would be hard for the FMC to be anything but a virgin with her back story, so I'll give that one a pass. There is a scene involving the administration at the school and I think that could have been handled a little differently both in the aunt's response and in the sort of realization that of course it was going to go that way because the same power that got them in that mess would result in the administration having no other response but the one they had. But really, those are my only complaints. I'm excited for book 3. I'm perfectly content with the fact that there is so time between books. I know there is a push to get books out every couple of weeks or within a month or two of the last release, but this book is long, and the characters and the plot are being well developed, if this was being pushed out quickly then we would be getting a story with a good idea but that isn't executed well. I think with book 2 under my belt I'm anticipating all of the current plot holes like what happened in the one battle are left open on purpose to be explained later so I would definitely recommend continuing this series or picking it up if you read the reviews for book 1 and wanted to see what people thought of book 2 before committing.
February 4, 2019
I'm really enjoying this series so far in the fact it's an interesting and well-written YA with paranormal elements, secrets and a group of friends that grow together. Yes, it is going to become a Reverse Harem which I'm also currently into right now but it's a very slow burn which means the relationship really become developed first as friends before there is anything physical. It is a somewhat predictable YA and a paranormal romance, so it's not necessarily the best book every written, but it is definitely one of the better YA I've read and one of the best Reverse Harem series I've read.
I also appreciate that Wills hasn't "cured" Callie of her PTSD. Rather, she is very slowly trying to heal from the pain she endured in her past. Although not as detailed as in the first book when we are first learning her background, Callie has several moments in this book where she has to fight not to panic, and is still having nightmares. This makes it more realistic, as it takes time to heal. Everyone does so in different ways, sure, but you won't be "over it" in just a couple weeks after meeting new friends.
The characters really grow and open up to each other in this second book which is exactly what is needed in a second installment of a series to make the characters stay interesting and relevant. This is also difficult to do when you have 6 main characters that all need to be continuously progressing. I feel like Wills is so far doing a great job of this and I look forward to the next book in the series.
I also appreciate that Wills hasn't "cured" Callie of her PTSD. Rather, she is very slowly trying to heal from the pain she endured in her past. Although not as detailed as in the first book when we are first learning her background, Callie has several moments in this book where she has to fight not to panic, and is still having nightmares. This makes it more realistic, as it takes time to heal. Everyone does so in different ways, sure, but you won't be "over it" in just a couple weeks after meeting new friends.
The characters really grow and open up to each other in this second book which is exactly what is needed in a second installment of a series to make the characters stay interesting and relevant. This is also difficult to do when you have 6 main characters that all need to be continuously progressing. I feel like Wills is so far doing a great job of this and I look forward to the next book in the series.
June 13, 2024
OMG so many THINGS!!
Awww I don’t know if I’ve felt like this about another group of characters! There’s always the set cast of characters in a RH story, most do not deviate- the cinnamon roll, the bad boy, the intellectual, the cute super nerd. And yeah, ok this story has similar characters, but idk I feel like these guys are people I may have known in high school— if I wasn’t a complete introvert. I live Connors simplicity; like he’s very much a deep faceted character but his desires and needs are pretty simple. Keep his friends safe and off the packs radar and Callie. Kaleb is the golden boy that values information research and the quest for knowledge. Donovan while painted as the bad boy, is really so much like his friends. Nolan- the secondary bad boy/ walking wet dream who’s really emotionally damaged, and has intimacy issues. And Felix, our sweet nerdy ghost who steals the heart of anyone just by being so sweet and naive. Honestly these are all my new book boy friends! Oh, also reading this has made me really interested in reading Pride and Prejudice and Zombies! 😂 Happy Reading Friends!
Awww I don’t know if I’ve felt like this about another group of characters! There’s always the set cast of characters in a RH story, most do not deviate- the cinnamon roll, the bad boy, the intellectual, the cute super nerd. And yeah, ok this story has similar characters, but idk I feel like these guys are people I may have known in high school— if I wasn’t a complete introvert. I live Connors simplicity; like he’s very much a deep faceted character but his desires and needs are pretty simple. Keep his friends safe and off the packs radar and Callie. Kaleb is the golden boy that values information research and the quest for knowledge. Donovan while painted as the bad boy, is really so much like his friends. Nolan- the secondary bad boy/ walking wet dream who’s really emotionally damaged, and has intimacy issues. And Felix, our sweet nerdy ghost who steals the heart of anyone just by being so sweet and naive. Honestly these are all my new book boy friends! Oh, also reading this has made me really interested in reading Pride and Prejudice and Zombies! 😂 Happy Reading Friends!
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