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The Eden Saga #2
Finding Eden
A mutant searching for sanctuary. A hunter hot on her trail.
Lilah has heard rumors of a garden paradise known as Eden somewhere out in the wilds. Forced out of post-apocalyptic Chicago when her mutant abilities come to light, it's her only hope of safety.
But she's not the only one roaming the wastelands.
On Adam’s first mission as a newly-qualified Warden, he is tasked with finding and destroying the heart of the Resistance–Eden.
When Lilah's and Adam's destinies collide, neither can deny the spark of attraction between them, but how long can they journey together before their secrets come to light?
When Lilah lets down her barriers, Adam sees her for who she truly is and is faced with an impossible choice–between duty and his heart.
Finding Eden is a gripping dystopian adventure, perfect for fans of Delirium, Shatter Me, Divergent, and The Hunger Games.
Lilah has heard rumors of a garden paradise known as Eden somewhere out in the wilds. Forced out of post-apocalyptic Chicago when her mutant abilities come to light, it's her only hope of safety.
But she's not the only one roaming the wastelands.
On Adam’s first mission as a newly-qualified Warden, he is tasked with finding and destroying the heart of the Resistance–Eden.
When Lilah's and Adam's destinies collide, neither can deny the spark of attraction between them, but how long can they journey together before their secrets come to light?
When Lilah lets down her barriers, Adam sees her for who she truly is and is faced with an impossible choice–between duty and his heart.
Finding Eden is a gripping dystopian adventure, perfect for fans of Delirium, Shatter Me, Divergent, and The Hunger Games.
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First published June 1, 2020
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June 4, 2020
Two teens, one a mutant on the run, searching for a safe haven, the other, tasked with hunting down those who are “different.” FINDING EDEN by K.R.S. McEntire is a tale of acceptance, overcoming fear and trust as two teens bury who and what they are when they find themselves in search of Eden, a sanctuary for mutants. Lilah is a mutant, Adam is a newly minted Warden, whose duty it is to destroy the only place where Lilah may be safe. Can they learn to trust each other as a spark of attraction grows or will duty and survival win out in the end?
The second in a series, while I was told it can be read as a standalone, there was a rapid jump into what felt like the middle of something and I really wanted more background. What exactly is Eden? Who are the mutants and why are they persecuted and condemned? Where did the mutations start? Written for young adults, the details can be gleaned in part if one reads only this book, but I feel this dystopian world could be so much richer and more alive if readers do pick up book one, first.
K.R.S. McEntire can write, there is drama and characters that are believable as teens, but what led them to where they are today? Who is behind corralling the mutants? A quick read that has the potential to be a great addition to a series, not a standalone. After reading the synopsis for book one, I wish I had been offered the opportunity to read that first, instead of being reassured by the author there was no need.
I received a complimentary ARC edition from K.R.S. McEntire! This is my honest and voluntary review.
Series: The Eden Saga - Book 2
Publication Date: June 1, 2020
Publisher: K.R. S. McEntire
Genre: YA Dystopian
Print Length: 254 pages
Available from: Amazon
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The second in a series, while I was told it can be read as a standalone, there was a rapid jump into what felt like the middle of something and I really wanted more background. What exactly is Eden? Who are the mutants and why are they persecuted and condemned? Where did the mutations start? Written for young adults, the details can be gleaned in part if one reads only this book, but I feel this dystopian world could be so much richer and more alive if readers do pick up book one, first.
K.R.S. McEntire can write, there is drama and characters that are believable as teens, but what led them to where they are today? Who is behind corralling the mutants? A quick read that has the potential to be a great addition to a series, not a standalone. After reading the synopsis for book one, I wish I had been offered the opportunity to read that first, instead of being reassured by the author there was no need.
I received a complimentary ARC edition from K.R.S. McEntire! This is my honest and voluntary review.
Series: The Eden Saga - Book 2
Publication Date: June 1, 2020
Publisher: K.R. S. McEntire
Genre: YA Dystopian
Print Length: 254 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
May 22, 2020
I received an ARC from K.R.S McEntire in exchange for an honest review.
A Dystopian, Post-Apocalyptic, Clean, YA read.
Finding Eden is the 2nd book of the Saving Eden series, which can also serve as a standalone. It was told from Adam's and Lilah's POV.
Lilah is a teenage mutant in search of Eden, a place of solace. On her way, she met Adam who pretended to be a fellow mutant just to get information on the location of Eden. Adam, who unknowingly to her and the rest, was working for the bad guys that wanted them dead.
If you are in need of a sweet, fluffy, cute read, laced with so much excitement and adventure. This book is for you.
A Dystopian, Post-Apocalyptic, Clean, YA read.
Finding Eden is the 2nd book of the Saving Eden series, which can also serve as a standalone. It was told from Adam's and Lilah's POV.
Lilah is a teenage mutant in search of Eden, a place of solace. On her way, she met Adam who pretended to be a fellow mutant just to get information on the location of Eden. Adam, who unknowingly to her and the rest, was working for the bad guys that wanted them dead.
If you are in need of a sweet, fluffy, cute read, laced with so much excitement and adventure. This book is for you.
May 11, 2020
*This review is based on an arc edition of the book
What I liked :
1. Solid characters with understandable motivations.
2. Post apocalyptic book that isn’t scared to explain why/how the apocalypse happened.
3. Exploration of prejudice through generational lack of knowledge and the human tendency to treat the other as an out group to be defended against.
4. The line between science and magic being more than a little blurry
5. Use of a trope I like but can’t cover without spoilers.
6. Third person perspective with alternating focus on the two main characters between chapters. ( This works particularly well for the tropes I like)
What I didn’t like
1. Somewhat erratic pacing shifts in the later half of the story.
2.A human big bad whose motivations seem wildly unclear by the end of the story. ( it may have been covered the earlier installment so if you are reading the books in order this might not be an issue.)
3. Lack of viewing main character’s daily life before the inciting incident. ( for those who like getting thrown right into the action this may be a positive)
Who would I Recommend it for?
This book reads very much like a post apocalyptic Serpent and Dove meets modern X-Men so if either of those suit your fancy it just may be a good fit.
What I liked :
1. Solid characters with understandable motivations.
2. Post apocalyptic book that isn’t scared to explain why/how the apocalypse happened.
3. Exploration of prejudice through generational lack of knowledge and the human tendency to treat the other as an out group to be defended against.
4. The line between science and magic being more than a little blurry
5. Use of a trope I like but can’t cover without spoilers.
6. Third person perspective with alternating focus on the two main characters between chapters. ( This works particularly well for the tropes I like)
What I didn’t like
1. Somewhat erratic pacing shifts in the later half of the story.
2.A human big bad whose motivations seem wildly unclear by the end of the story. ( it may have been covered the earlier installment so if you are reading the books in order this might not be an issue.)
3. Lack of viewing main character’s daily life before the inciting incident. ( for those who like getting thrown right into the action this may be a positive)
Who would I Recommend it for?
This book reads very much like a post apocalyptic Serpent and Dove meets modern X-Men so if either of those suit your fancy it just may be a good fit.
May 17, 2020
Well...of course I like it :)
May 15, 2020
DISCLAIMER: I received a digital ARC via Booksprout in exchange for an honest review.
MY SCORES
Characters: 3.5/5
Plot: 3/5
Themes & Message: 3.5/5
Writing: 4/5
OVERALL SCORES: 3.5/5
Mood while reading: This book is giving me some x-men vibes
MY REVIEW
In Finding Eden, we follow two teenagers/young adults in a post-apocalyptic world where mutants are hunted. And not surprisingly, one of them is a mutant while the other is among the ones who hunt them.
The story is easy to follow, even if you haven't read the first book (like me). It's fast-paced and simple. I managed to read this book in less than three hours. The background and setting are introduced solidly, and I was intrigued by this post-apocalyptic world. Even though the premise and setting may seem similar to other dystopian fantasies, I found this book to be unique in its own way.
As previously mentioned, it's fast-paced. In my opinion, I thought the story was too short. There was a lot of potentials to make the journey to Eden more...interesting and dangerous. It would be great if the stakes were higher, as I didn't ever think the main characters were really in danger. The plot was also quite predictable to me. I actually wished for a massive turning point or something surprising which would give the story more depth.
Most of the characters seemed pretty bland to me. In fact, I only found Adam to be an interesting and complex character. Adam had an intriguing arc and character development while Lilah felt almost "too perfect" where I didn't really notice her flaws. And the antagonists didn't really have much depth, like Kane. I think if the book and plot had been extended, we would be able to learn more about the different characters.
Overall, this book was very entertaining. As I am an avid dystopian fan, I really enjoyed the world and setting. However, I wished I could explore more complex issues and let me dive deeper into this post-apocalyptic world. This book has its flaws, yet it manages to be interesting. I will definitely recommend this book if you want an easy read or maybe a break between the great fantasy series.
Over and out. -Nora <3
MY SCORES
Characters: 3.5/5
Plot: 3/5
Themes & Message: 3.5/5
Writing: 4/5
OVERALL SCORES: 3.5/5
Mood while reading: This book is giving me some x-men vibes
“People have always killed, have always been monsters,” Lilah said. “But no one can take away your soul.”
MY REVIEW
In Finding Eden, we follow two teenagers/young adults in a post-apocalyptic world where mutants are hunted. And not surprisingly, one of them is a mutant while the other is among the ones who hunt them.
The story is easy to follow, even if you haven't read the first book (like me). It's fast-paced and simple. I managed to read this book in less than three hours. The background and setting are introduced solidly, and I was intrigued by this post-apocalyptic world. Even though the premise and setting may seem similar to other dystopian fantasies, I found this book to be unique in its own way.
As previously mentioned, it's fast-paced. In my opinion, I thought the story was too short. There was a lot of potentials to make the journey to Eden more...interesting and dangerous. It would be great if the stakes were higher, as I didn't ever think the main characters were really in danger. The plot was also quite predictable to me. I actually wished for a massive turning point or something surprising which would give the story more depth.
Most of the characters seemed pretty bland to me. In fact, I only found Adam to be an interesting and complex character. Adam had an intriguing arc and character development while Lilah felt almost "too perfect" where I didn't really notice her flaws. And the antagonists didn't really have much depth, like Kane. I think if the book and plot had been extended, we would be able to learn more about the different characters.
Overall, this book was very entertaining. As I am an avid dystopian fan, I really enjoyed the world and setting. However, I wished I could explore more complex issues and let me dive deeper into this post-apocalyptic world. This book has its flaws, yet it manages to be interesting. I will definitely recommend this book if you want an easy read or maybe a break between the great fantasy series.
Over and out. -Nora <3
May 17, 2020
I received this copy in exchange for an honest review. I didn't realize it was the second in the series until I received it. I never felt like I was lacking anything for missing out on book one. Not because I think it was inconsequential. But, rather the way book 2 was written worked well as a standalone. There were some inside jokes and references I didn't get, but the world building and character development was so good that the lack of knowledge I had about book 1 wasn't distracting. That being said, I will read it now as a prequel.
This is a great post apocalyptic story. The characters were real and well fleshed out. I was pulled into caring for them almost immediately. It was a great read that I accomplished in one sitting. The pace is great and never feels bogged down. Well done.
This is a great post apocalyptic story. The characters were real and well fleshed out. I was pulled into caring for them almost immediately. It was a great read that I accomplished in one sitting. The pace is great and never feels bogged down. Well done.
May 17, 2020
I had to read this book after discovering Saving Eden earlier this this year. While this novel can be read as a stand alone, you’ll definitely want to know more about this intricate world.
Once again, the author takes readers on a dystopian journey where mutants with magical abilities, corrupt power figures, and rebel teenagers fight to survive. The characters in this tale are thrust into a tormenting post-apocalyptic existence, but the story reminds us that hope and love conquer all.
Well done! I’ve so enjoyed your stories. Keep them coming!
Once again, the author takes readers on a dystopian journey where mutants with magical abilities, corrupt power figures, and rebel teenagers fight to survive. The characters in this tale are thrust into a tormenting post-apocalyptic existence, but the story reminds us that hope and love conquer all.
Well done! I’ve so enjoyed your stories. Keep them coming!
July 14, 2020
I sometimes wonder what makes me know that a book deserves five stars. For Finding Eden, the answer was easy. From the first page of the book, KRS made me care about the characters.
"Lilah clutched her backpack tightly against her chest as she walked through the dark alleyway. It was way too late for any girl to be out alone, especially a girl like her."
No one should ever have to feel afraid to walk home from work, particularly not because they're female or have powers that others don't understand. The story introduced mutants, some dangerous, others not, just like the rest of the human race. It also introduced Wardens, the peacekeepers who worked for President Kane, to hunt down and eradicate the mutants.
While some reviews have compared this book to x-men, it felt more like the Hidden Children series and safer than many of the dystopian stories I've read in which the Resistance is just as evil as the powers they're trying to take down. Instead, many in the Resistance simply want to be allowed to coexist peacefully with the rest of the world. The Resistance, by the way, wasn't solely comprised of mutants but included allies as well. Much of the backdrop to the story was an America that wasn't hard to imagine, especially considering the events of the last several years.
Religion, politics, and all differences have been outlawed, and yet people pray in secret, and some even dare to dream of a different type of society, a place like Eden of old. It's as beautiful as you might imagine, though not yet perfect. As Freedom stated, “A place like Eden is a beautiful idea, but we have to bring Eden here. We need to create a city where mutants don’t need to hide.” That is the hope in the best and the worst societies, that perhaps we might bring just a little more of Eden (or heaven) to our part of the world.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and have reviewed it because I could hardly put it down once I started reading it.
"Lilah clutched her backpack tightly against her chest as she walked through the dark alleyway. It was way too late for any girl to be out alone, especially a girl like her."
No one should ever have to feel afraid to walk home from work, particularly not because they're female or have powers that others don't understand. The story introduced mutants, some dangerous, others not, just like the rest of the human race. It also introduced Wardens, the peacekeepers who worked for President Kane, to hunt down and eradicate the mutants.
While some reviews have compared this book to x-men, it felt more like the Hidden Children series and safer than many of the dystopian stories I've read in which the Resistance is just as evil as the powers they're trying to take down. Instead, many in the Resistance simply want to be allowed to coexist peacefully with the rest of the world. The Resistance, by the way, wasn't solely comprised of mutants but included allies as well. Much of the backdrop to the story was an America that wasn't hard to imagine, especially considering the events of the last several years.
Religion, politics, and all differences have been outlawed, and yet people pray in secret, and some even dare to dream of a different type of society, a place like Eden of old. It's as beautiful as you might imagine, though not yet perfect. As Freedom stated, “A place like Eden is a beautiful idea, but we have to bring Eden here. We need to create a city where mutants don’t need to hide.” That is the hope in the best and the worst societies, that perhaps we might bring just a little more of Eden (or heaven) to our part of the world.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and have reviewed it because I could hardly put it down once I started reading it.
July 31, 2020
Finding Eden is the second book in the series after Saving Eden, but it was fine as a stand alone. I did not even know there was another book until I finished this one. It's a fantastic teen book with believable characters in a fictional time and environment. Although I can completely see a country becoming as polluted and with mutations as described, I am not sure how most of the human survivors appear to be unaffected by the pollution. I mean nothing fit for eating grows naturally. Maybe I am overthinking that side of things.
The story grabbed my attention from start to finish and I would read the previous book too.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story grabbed my attention from start to finish and I would read the previous book too.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 13, 2020
I received the ARC of Finding Eden in exchange for an honest review. First let's talk about the cover! It is spellbinding! It made me want to pick the book up instantly! Finding Eden is a quick engaging read. The writing style is easy to follow. I enjoyed the detail McEntire put into her world. For me personally the story was too rushed, and I didn't get the chance to get to know the characters as I should have. Everything happened so fast. There is a part where the characters are traveling to Eden and it's supposed to take 2 weeks to get there from the settlement, and it feels like two days at most. Consequently this means the relationship between Adam and Lilah feels disjointed and unearned. They seem to go from enemies to lovers overnight.vI would have enjoyed Finding Eden much more if it was drawled out more, and there were more believable character Arcs. It is still an enjoyable read, that is hard to put down.
September 1, 2020
I devoured this book! I was hooked from the very beginning, and very glad to have found this wonderful piece of art. It definitely gave me X-Men vibes but the author has a way of making you care for the characters. I’m slightly confused whether or not this is a series, I would definitely like to read more!
September 4, 2020
I purchased this saga because of the amazing reviews on Amazon and oh boy, they were all right. Such a good books with great characters that keeps you obsessed with every page since the first one. I couldn't put this down until I ended. I recommed it!
May 23, 2020
Finding Eden is the second book in The Eden Saga, but can be read as a standalone. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic US, where some people have mutations in their DNA due to the Bio Wars. Because of the potential danger they pose according to the government, extra Wardens are hired to kill mutants on sight.
Lilah is one of those mutants. Being able to hide her mutation, she was able to live a relatively normal life until a few boys were coming after her. Using her power for her own protection, she exposes herself as a mutant and has to flee from Chicago to Eden, a safe haven for mutants.
Adam is a newly hired Warden who is tasked with finding Eden and killing mutants. After searching the woods for a week, he meets Lilah and found the perfect way to find Eden and reveal its location to the Government. But as Adam starts spending time with Lilah, he learns that things aren't always as they seem.
The book is engaging, I had trouble putting it down. It's a light read that doesn't require too much thinking. It's a fun read, but I wouldn't exactly call it good. The pacing is quite irregular and there are time jumps in inconvenient places. Some pretty important events were skipped. I would have loved to read how Lilah says goodbye to her family before leaving for Eden.
If Finding Eden was longer, it could have been a really good book. The writing style was easy to read but still descriptive and I liked that. With more information about the Bio Wars and a more regular pacing without as many time skips, it could easily earn 4.5 stars.
I highly recommend reading Finding Eden if you enjoyed the Shatter Me series! K.R.S. McEntire has a lot of potential as an author and I'm looking forward to reading more of her work!
3.5 stars
PS I am IN LOVE with that cover
Lilah is one of those mutants. Being able to hide her mutation, she was able to live a relatively normal life until a few boys were coming after her. Using her power for her own protection, she exposes herself as a mutant and has to flee from Chicago to Eden, a safe haven for mutants.
Adam is a newly hired Warden who is tasked with finding Eden and killing mutants. After searching the woods for a week, he meets Lilah and found the perfect way to find Eden and reveal its location to the Government. But as Adam starts spending time with Lilah, he learns that things aren't always as they seem.
The book is engaging, I had trouble putting it down. It's a light read that doesn't require too much thinking. It's a fun read, but I wouldn't exactly call it good. The pacing is quite irregular and there are time jumps in inconvenient places. Some pretty important events were skipped. I would have loved to read how Lilah says goodbye to her family before leaving for Eden.
If Finding Eden was longer, it could have been a really good book. The writing style was easy to read but still descriptive and I liked that. With more information about the Bio Wars and a more regular pacing without as many time skips, it could easily earn 4.5 stars.
I highly recommend reading Finding Eden if you enjoyed the Shatter Me series! K.R.S. McEntire has a lot of potential as an author and I'm looking forward to reading more of her work!
3.5 stars
PS I am IN LOVE with that cover
May 25, 2020
"‘You are powerful. You are the dangerous kind.’" - Freedom
“People have always killed, have always been monsters,” Lilah said. “But no one can take away your soul.” - Lilah
Lilah, a young woman who just wants to live her life... But the secrets she hides may prove deadly...
Adam Clark, a young man offered an unbelievable opportunity to become more than he ever expected... To become a Warden of the Watch...
"Before Eden, his world was divided into men and monsters. People were heroes or villains, good or bad. They chose to follow the law, or they paid the price. By joining the Watch, he was aligning himself with the good guys. Or so he thought. Now he could see that there was some gray area. There were people who didn’t have any other options but to live on the fringes." - Adam
Once Adam realizes that life isn't just black and white, but rather it has shades of gray, can he change the path of the destiny he set in motion?
Oh my.... What a tale! Haunting and intense, it's an emotional rollercoaster! A dystopian reality where the monsters are hiding in plain sight!
“People have always killed, have always been monsters,” Lilah said. “But no one can take away your soul.” - Lilah
Lilah, a young woman who just wants to live her life... But the secrets she hides may prove deadly...
Adam Clark, a young man offered an unbelievable opportunity to become more than he ever expected... To become a Warden of the Watch...
"Before Eden, his world was divided into men and monsters. People were heroes or villains, good or bad. They chose to follow the law, or they paid the price. By joining the Watch, he was aligning himself with the good guys. Or so he thought. Now he could see that there was some gray area. There were people who didn’t have any other options but to live on the fringes." - Adam
Once Adam realizes that life isn't just black and white, but rather it has shades of gray, can he change the path of the destiny he set in motion?
Oh my.... What a tale! Haunting and intense, it's an emotional rollercoaster! A dystopian reality where the monsters are hiding in plain sight!
June 2, 2020
I enjoyed this story of Adam and Lilah. Lilah is a girl with mutant abilities. People with mutant abilities are being hunted and killed. When a woman named Freedom come to Lilah house. She tell Lilah about Eden a place that is safe to stay at.
Adam has became a Warden and he is on his first mission. His mission is to find and destroy the place called Eden. While he looking for Eden he meets Lilah.
This adventure and a little romance was fun to read. It had me guessing a lot of what would or could happen next in the story.
I received a complimentary copy from the author. This is my honest unbiased opinion.
Adam has became a Warden and he is on his first mission. His mission is to find and destroy the place called Eden. While he looking for Eden he meets Lilah.
This adventure and a little romance was fun to read. It had me guessing a lot of what would or could happen next in the story.
I received a complimentary copy from the author. This is my honest unbiased opinion.
May 13, 2020
She gave me a free advanced copy of this book because I read and reviewed the first book in this series.
I loved it! The book is about a mutant girl and a warden boy who is hired to kill the mutants. People who like unlikely duos or enemies to lovers stories will like this book, as well as people who just enjoy adventures in the woods with monsters and things like that.
I like getting to catch up with the old characters from Saving Eden and that we get to meet Kane. I really enjoyed the ending. A very positive message.
I loved it! The book is about a mutant girl and a warden boy who is hired to kill the mutants. People who like unlikely duos or enemies to lovers stories will like this book, as well as people who just enjoy adventures in the woods with monsters and things like that.
I like getting to catch up with the old characters from Saving Eden and that we get to meet Kane. I really enjoyed the ending. A very positive message.
October 2, 2020
I received a free review copy in exchange for an honest review
the 2nd book in the Eden series (although it can be read as a standalone) was a thrill ride! we have Lilah, a mutant searching for a place called Eden- her only hope of a place to live in safety. then we have Adam, a new Warden who pretends to be a mutant to get information for his mission- to destroy Eden
I did not give it a full 5 stars because it does use a a lot of classic tropes (enemies to lovers, classic dystopian world, etc) however it came close!
the 2nd book in the Eden series (although it can be read as a standalone) was a thrill ride! we have Lilah, a mutant searching for a place called Eden- her only hope of a place to live in safety. then we have Adam, a new Warden who pretends to be a mutant to get information for his mission- to destroy Eden
I did not give it a full 5 stars because it does use a a lot of classic tropes (enemies to lovers, classic dystopian world, etc) however it came close!
May 20, 2020
Received as a review copy, this is an honest review. Set in a futuristic dystopian world, Lilah is gifted with abilities that could get her killed if she is discovered. Leaving her family behind, she heads into the unknown to find Eden; where individuals like her can live in peace. Two unknown young men could alter the course of everything if Adam and Nate fulfill their duties as Wardens... charged with hunting down these 'gifted' people. A wonderful quick and exciting adventure.
May 26, 2020
I loved this dystopian adventure!
Lilah and Adam's stories intertwine with the greatest conflict: she is a mutant, and he is a Warden on the hunt for people just like her.
I won't give any spoilers, but there's both love and betrayal in this story, making it an intriguing read!
This novel delivered all the excitement I anticipated from the blurb.
I'll jump into the prequel novel, Saving Eden, next!
Lilah and Adam's stories intertwine with the greatest conflict: she is a mutant, and he is a Warden on the hunt for people just like her.
I won't give any spoilers, but there's both love and betrayal in this story, making it an intriguing read!
This novel delivered all the excitement I anticipated from the blurb.
I'll jump into the prequel novel, Saving Eden, next!
June 2, 2020
Finding Eden: A YA Dystopian / Post-Apocalyptic Adventure by K. R. S. McEntire is a wonderful story that I have read. I loved reading this story very much and can not wait to read what this author will write about next. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about Sci-Fi and fantasy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 25, 2020
This book is really good. Adam really annoyed me but I can understand what he was going through trying to do what he thought was right . His family are kinda messed up with how they left things. ( I hope the twins develop some type of mutation …… karma)The wardens and “Kane’’ are an absolute Vicious joke like seriously.they have the opportunity to save/ cure lives instead they want to murder mutants . Lilah has an awesome support system and I think that helped her to become the strong resilient women that she is , I hope those boys harassing her along with the warden get a nice handful of karma. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 1, 2020
Wow, just wow. Everything from the cover, to the characters, to the storyline is amazing. Such a gripping story with lots of action, and just the right dose of romance. This book had me on my toes from start to finish.
I received a free copy of this book via Bookksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Bookksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 7, 2020
The second installment of this series does not disappoint. The story is told in two POVs which I absolutely loved!! We follow Lilah and Adam who are both trying to find Eden for two different reasons. Eeekk! In a post apocalyptic world, who can you trust? I absolutely love both of the characters and they are strong and loyal to a point. The narrator, Kim Churchhill did a fabulous job portraying both characters. The audiobook was easy to listen and follow and I looked forward to diving into the world. If you enjoy YA dystopian and post apocalyptic world with mutations then pick this book up. You won’t be disappointed.
June 21, 2020
There is something charming and familiar about Finding Eden. Though it was built on the same foundation as the first book, Saving Eden, this sequel goes beyond that story spectacularly. I’d be very interested to see if it goes any further!!
May 22, 2020
I was sorry to finish this book. It was a satisfying read, with a good ending andheld my interest throughout I did not want it to end. An intriguing storyline with believable characters and lots of action. I highly recommend this book.
June 3, 2020
This is the second book in the Eden Saga and follows seventeen year old Lilah as she tries to hide her true self in post-apocalyptic Chicago. After the war, most of the world was destroyed, apart from small pockets of survivors. Lilah is one of only a few hundred citizens who exist in the Chicago enclave, who are watched over by Wardens, who look out for any mutants amongst them. Since the war and the problems it caused to life everywhere, some have become mutants that are out of control and more are born as normal looking people, but with unusual mutant powers. Lilah is one of the latter and she has to work hard to control her emotions and control her power. She was stopped some years ago by a Warden and had her blood tested, but managed to pass. Now some thugs are picking on her and she has to protect herself, burning one boy’s arm, in view of a Warden!
He takes her for testing, to an unknown site near the old market, and carries out more than a blood test, which she manages to pass again. He takes her home but tells her he will be back to take her for more testing. Her family are really worried about her and a member of the Resistance comes around and gives her directions to a place out in the wastelands called Eden, where she should be safe. It is at least a two week walk and she may not even make it there. But it is her only chance of survival. Another person who is wandering the wastelands is a young man called Adam, who came from Indianapolis, and has taken up a position as a Warden. He and a couple others were taken by plane to Chicago to meet Kane, the man who has taken over what is left of the States. He thinks of himself as a replacement President of the remaining cities and has enough money behind him to do as he wants. Adam becomes one of ten new young Wardens paraded in front of Kane and an audience, as the new faces of the fight against the Resistance and an Incident of some years before when three Wardens were killed by members of the Resistance.
Adam and another young Warden are sent out to the wastelands to try and find the location of this Resistance hideout called Eden. He has his orders and he has a very strong hatred of mutants after witnessing his neighbouring being attacked by one and almost killed. He believes that all mutants are dangerous and need to be killed. That is until he meets up with Lilah in the wastelands with his partner and he cannot deny a spark of attraction to her that seems to be reciprocated. Adam and his partner find her after they hear a scream, as she is attacked by a mutated creature. She is somewhat wary of two strange young men, but needs their help to survive the next couple of days. Adam plays his cards very carefully, not revealing what they are actually doing there and going with her story of looking for Eden. They tag along, but as Lilah lets down her barriers, Adam allows his preconceived ideas of mutants to keep him following orders and danger is brought to Eden.
Adam will have to reconsider what he thinks of the Resistance and especially of mutants, after meeting Lilah and the others, both mutant and normal humans that they meet in Eden. He has to decide where his choice lies, with his orders and duty to Kane or with his heart and the reality of the truth he is just beginning to discover. It seems the war didn’t create all mutants, there were groups working on changing people’s DNA for an advantage in war and even for survival of the fittest mentality, and some are still working with the ability to use these mutated powers whenever they wish. Their world is changing and not necessarily for good, if those in power have anything to do with it.
A great read, showing life after an apocalyptic war and the destruction of most living things. The one percent that survived, has a degree of mutation within it and those are hunted down without mercy. Resistance is starting to grow, as secrets are revealed about Kane’s true plans for mutants and their powers. A really easy read, that kept me interested the whole way through and I read it straight through in one sitting! There is another book by the author, Saving Eden, which is set before the events in this book and tells the tale of sixteen year old Angela and her father, who thought they were the last survivors on earth, until someone stumbled into their garden paradise. I look forward to reading that book and any others in this series. Very original and well told story that keeps your interest and carries on at a great pace. I received an ARC copy of this book from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
He takes her for testing, to an unknown site near the old market, and carries out more than a blood test, which she manages to pass again. He takes her home but tells her he will be back to take her for more testing. Her family are really worried about her and a member of the Resistance comes around and gives her directions to a place out in the wastelands called Eden, where she should be safe. It is at least a two week walk and she may not even make it there. But it is her only chance of survival. Another person who is wandering the wastelands is a young man called Adam, who came from Indianapolis, and has taken up a position as a Warden. He and a couple others were taken by plane to Chicago to meet Kane, the man who has taken over what is left of the States. He thinks of himself as a replacement President of the remaining cities and has enough money behind him to do as he wants. Adam becomes one of ten new young Wardens paraded in front of Kane and an audience, as the new faces of the fight against the Resistance and an Incident of some years before when three Wardens were killed by members of the Resistance.
Adam and another young Warden are sent out to the wastelands to try and find the location of this Resistance hideout called Eden. He has his orders and he has a very strong hatred of mutants after witnessing his neighbouring being attacked by one and almost killed. He believes that all mutants are dangerous and need to be killed. That is until he meets up with Lilah in the wastelands with his partner and he cannot deny a spark of attraction to her that seems to be reciprocated. Adam and his partner find her after they hear a scream, as she is attacked by a mutated creature. She is somewhat wary of two strange young men, but needs their help to survive the next couple of days. Adam plays his cards very carefully, not revealing what they are actually doing there and going with her story of looking for Eden. They tag along, but as Lilah lets down her barriers, Adam allows his preconceived ideas of mutants to keep him following orders and danger is brought to Eden.
Adam will have to reconsider what he thinks of the Resistance and especially of mutants, after meeting Lilah and the others, both mutant and normal humans that they meet in Eden. He has to decide where his choice lies, with his orders and duty to Kane or with his heart and the reality of the truth he is just beginning to discover. It seems the war didn’t create all mutants, there were groups working on changing people’s DNA for an advantage in war and even for survival of the fittest mentality, and some are still working with the ability to use these mutated powers whenever they wish. Their world is changing and not necessarily for good, if those in power have anything to do with it.
A great read, showing life after an apocalyptic war and the destruction of most living things. The one percent that survived, has a degree of mutation within it and those are hunted down without mercy. Resistance is starting to grow, as secrets are revealed about Kane’s true plans for mutants and their powers. A really easy read, that kept me interested the whole way through and I read it straight through in one sitting! There is another book by the author, Saving Eden, which is set before the events in this book and tells the tale of sixteen year old Angela and her father, who thought they were the last survivors on earth, until someone stumbled into their garden paradise. I look forward to reading that book and any others in this series. Very original and well told story that keeps your interest and carries on at a great pace. I received an ARC copy of this book from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
December 5, 2020
I read the first book in this series, Saving Eden, and really enjoyed it so I decided that I wanted to see what the next book had to offer. Well I can honey say that I LOVED Finding Eden! I would have read it all in one sitting if I didn't have to do other things!
This story follows two teenagers, Lilah and Adam. Lilah is a mutant who has had to flee her home in search of a place called Eden that she isn't even sure exists. Adam is a brand new Warden and his first assignment is to locate Eden and shut it down. When circumstances force them together, it causes them to question everything they thought they knew about mutants and Wardens.
This book explores the grey area between the "good guys" and "bad guys." I loved watching the ebbs and flows of the different relationships throughout the book, but I especially enjoyed Adam and Lilah's. They learned that true forgiveness sometimes takes time, and maybe never comes at all.
This story follows two teenagers, Lilah and Adam. Lilah is a mutant who has had to flee her home in search of a place called Eden that she isn't even sure exists. Adam is a brand new Warden and his first assignment is to locate Eden and shut it down. When circumstances force them together, it causes them to question everything they thought they knew about mutants and Wardens.
This book explores the grey area between the "good guys" and "bad guys." I loved watching the ebbs and flows of the different relationships throughout the book, but I especially enjoyed Adam and Lilah's. They learned that true forgiveness sometimes takes time, and maybe never comes at all.
September 21, 2020
Finding Eden is a wonderful follow up to Saving Eden. Though it follows a different set of characters initially, it is still clearly the same world. It feels lived in, and that's a credit to McEntire's world-building. The central conflict of the story is good and adds a lot of tension especially since both main characters have a lot to lose. It's a fun, quick read that can be read either on its own or after Saving Eden.
June 3, 2020
I would like to preface this review by stating that I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
A big thank you to the Author for the opportunity to read and review Finding Eden!
Let me begin by explaining my reasons for the 2 star review.
I am aware that this book is part of a series but the Author states that it can be read as a stand alone story.
My issue with this claim and probably the biggest reason for my rating as that although the story hints that it has additional context prior to this narrative. The content of the book as a 'stand-alone' is very basic and leaves a lot to be desired.
For example, this is a Dystopian novel which lacks the level of detailing such as imagery and character backstory that is usually associated with said genre.
What I would love to have seen was a much greater use of imagery and sensory descriptives to build a solid picture of a society totally destroyed by the Bio-War. I would also really like to see the emotional bonds between the reader and the protagonist explored farther.
By this I mean that I would have liked to have been shown much more of just how badly these 'Mutants' have been treated, exaggerating the innocence of these people that were subject to freak experiments and the sheer desperation of a post-apocalyptic world.
Moreover, I did notice some flaws in the plot as this Bio-War had supposedly happened three decades Prior to the stories events and yet the characters that would have grown up in this new broken, dilapidated society makes many references to thing that were 'before their time' like it was familiar to them.
Another one of my biggest issues with the content of the story is the extremely typical story line.
A guy who falls in love with the enemy, a betrayal and a rescue, forbidden love that has no real sense of development, no interpersonal exchanges that attune to anything more than a fabrication of love based upon attention and being kind.
There is no real sense of intimacy between Adam and the Mutant girl and her blatant ignorance to her situation was so frustrating. It was clear to see what Adam was planning and what was going to happen and how naive of our female protagonist caused several eye rolling moments for me.
However, I will credit the Author for her wonderful characterisation of Adam and allowing that connection to form between the character and the reader by exposing a more vulnerable side to him, his justifications for becoming a Warden and exposing us to the heart wrenching departure from his family.
As with all the ARCs that I receive I really do think that this story would benefit from some 'fleshing out' as one hundred odd pages is extremely difficult to be able to incorporate all the techniques necessary to show the reader the depths of the plot.
I would also like to credit the Author for challenging some very difficult issue that relate to the current day. I think that it is always refreshing to read a story that challenges not only the actions of Human kind in being held accountable for ruining the world around us, but also the greed and conflict that the fight for power brings.
Thank you once again for this opportunity and I do feel that you have a beautiful literacy talent and understanding of the issues that arise in present day life.
A big thank you to the Author for the opportunity to read and review Finding Eden!
Let me begin by explaining my reasons for the 2 star review.
I am aware that this book is part of a series but the Author states that it can be read as a stand alone story.
My issue with this claim and probably the biggest reason for my rating as that although the story hints that it has additional context prior to this narrative. The content of the book as a 'stand-alone' is very basic and leaves a lot to be desired.
For example, this is a Dystopian novel which lacks the level of detailing such as imagery and character backstory that is usually associated with said genre.
What I would love to have seen was a much greater use of imagery and sensory descriptives to build a solid picture of a society totally destroyed by the Bio-War. I would also really like to see the emotional bonds between the reader and the protagonist explored farther.
By this I mean that I would have liked to have been shown much more of just how badly these 'Mutants' have been treated, exaggerating the innocence of these people that were subject to freak experiments and the sheer desperation of a post-apocalyptic world.
Moreover, I did notice some flaws in the plot as this Bio-War had supposedly happened three decades Prior to the stories events and yet the characters that would have grown up in this new broken, dilapidated society makes many references to thing that were 'before their time' like it was familiar to them.
Another one of my biggest issues with the content of the story is the extremely typical story line.
A guy who falls in love with the enemy, a betrayal and a rescue, forbidden love that has no real sense of development, no interpersonal exchanges that attune to anything more than a fabrication of love based upon attention and being kind.
There is no real sense of intimacy between Adam and the Mutant girl and her blatant ignorance to her situation was so frustrating. It was clear to see what Adam was planning and what was going to happen and how naive of our female protagonist caused several eye rolling moments for me.
However, I will credit the Author for her wonderful characterisation of Adam and allowing that connection to form between the character and the reader by exposing a more vulnerable side to him, his justifications for becoming a Warden and exposing us to the heart wrenching departure from his family.
As with all the ARCs that I receive I really do think that this story would benefit from some 'fleshing out' as one hundred odd pages is extremely difficult to be able to incorporate all the techniques necessary to show the reader the depths of the plot.
I would also like to credit the Author for challenging some very difficult issue that relate to the current day. I think that it is always refreshing to read a story that challenges not only the actions of Human kind in being held accountable for ruining the world around us, but also the greed and conflict that the fight for power brings.
Thank you once again for this opportunity and I do feel that you have a beautiful literacy talent and understanding of the issues that arise in present day life.
May 16, 2020
I was given this book as a way to provide an honest review of the story ^.^
Let me talk about what I liked, what I disliked, and what made me want to pull my hair out. Here’s what I liked about this book: The characters give a clear and obvious motivation and personality. Something, I believe, McEntire is good at providing her readers. The premise was good, the idea of taking the readers on what is believed to be a two-three week journey full of lies, deceit, and promising backstory is there (it’s a good read for any Percy Jackson fans out there TBH). The mutant ideas surrounding it gave it all an intrigue. I, personally, loved the “villains” of the story as well. I liked them so much in fact. That I didn’t like one of the main characters. Let’s talk about that.
Lilah. She’s the main character, that’s for sure. She comes off as abrasive, low-key stupid at times, And a little too trusting for someone on the run. Her goal is simple. “Find Eden” Duh, y’all read the title. Of course, that would be all well and good if the story didn’t rush through them finding Eden. The characters arcs felts rushed at times and some relationships felt so strained to seem to work that they didn’t work. Of course, it’s easy to forgive and forget these small details until you realize it’s already the middle of the book and you suddenly find yourself right back where they started. But—again—you can forgive and forget these things and solider through the story with little to no trouble. Wish I could say that for everything though...
Love. Oh, yes, you heard right. For all you sappy romantics out there: You’re gonna L O V E this. But...that would be just it. There is no love to be had. Not saying that there isn’t a romantic subplot. There is. But it’s so dry that a man out in the middle of the desert would pass it up. It happens quickly and so so SO almost subtlety that you don’t even care that they think they’re in love. Keep in mind—our main characters (Adam and Lilah) don’t meet up till two weeks into their separate journeys. And manage to fall in love within 48 hours. It was so annoying that I was excited about the future falling out! All in all: I could read it. It wasn’t “put this down after the first few pages bad” but it also wasn’t “I NEED to know what happens next OMFG” The ending was a bit sappy but the beginning and few characters I did like made me want to venture on to see if they would end up as good as they started.
Let me talk about what I liked, what I disliked, and what made me want to pull my hair out. Here’s what I liked about this book: The characters give a clear and obvious motivation and personality. Something, I believe, McEntire is good at providing her readers. The premise was good, the idea of taking the readers on what is believed to be a two-three week journey full of lies, deceit, and promising backstory is there (it’s a good read for any Percy Jackson fans out there TBH). The mutant ideas surrounding it gave it all an intrigue. I, personally, loved the “villains” of the story as well. I liked them so much in fact. That I didn’t like one of the main characters. Let’s talk about that.
Lilah. She’s the main character, that’s for sure. She comes off as abrasive, low-key stupid at times, And a little too trusting for someone on the run. Her goal is simple. “Find Eden” Duh, y’all read the title. Of course, that would be all well and good if the story didn’t rush through them finding Eden. The characters arcs felts rushed at times and some relationships felt so strained to seem to work that they didn’t work. Of course, it’s easy to forgive and forget these small details until you realize it’s already the middle of the book and you suddenly find yourself right back where they started. But—again—you can forgive and forget these things and solider through the story with little to no trouble. Wish I could say that for everything though...
Love. Oh, yes, you heard right. For all you sappy romantics out there: You’re gonna L O V E this. But...that would be just it. There is no love to be had. Not saying that there isn’t a romantic subplot. There is. But it’s so dry that a man out in the middle of the desert would pass it up. It happens quickly and so so SO almost subtlety that you don’t even care that they think they’re in love. Keep in mind—our main characters (Adam and Lilah) don’t meet up till two weeks into their separate journeys. And manage to fall in love within 48 hours. It was so annoying that I was excited about the future falling out! All in all: I could read it. It wasn’t “put this down after the first few pages bad” but it also wasn’t “I NEED to know what happens next OMFG” The ending was a bit sappy but the beginning and few characters I did like made me want to venture on to see if they would end up as good as they started.
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