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The Silver Locket #2
Feathers at Sea
Her ruse uncovered, Jane finds herself in exile from the home and family she found aboard Sneaky Lass. What little money she had now gone, Jane’s options are to find a livelihood or starve.
Helmed by a notoriously mad captain, the lethal crew of Deceit is leaving their mark across Trinity’s many brothels. Left with no other options, Jane joins ranks, but it is not long before she learns there is no honor among these thieves and murderers.
Jane finds her position aboard Deceit to be more captive than crew.
Opportunities for escape buckle and Jane resorts to leaving desperate missives in her wake with the hope they cool the ire of Sneaky Lass captain, Bennett Holt, enough for him to reconsider her position on his ship… And in his life.
**
Captain Holt, reeling from heartache brought on by Jane’s deception, has sailed away. The sour feeling in his stomach over leaving Jane behind intensifies when he finds her notes, each more dire than the last, scattered throughout brothels and docks where the infamous vessel, Deceit, has anchored.
The irony of Dixon-turn-Jane being on Deceit is not lost on him, but is her violation of his trust worthy of being caught in the hands of a crew feared, even among pirates, for their ruthless cruelty?
Is it worth risking his loyal crew for someone who deceived them all and broke his heart?
CW: SA, violence, death
Helmed by a notoriously mad captain, the lethal crew of Deceit is leaving their mark across Trinity’s many brothels. Left with no other options, Jane joins ranks, but it is not long before she learns there is no honor among these thieves and murderers.
Jane finds her position aboard Deceit to be more captive than crew.
Opportunities for escape buckle and Jane resorts to leaving desperate missives in her wake with the hope they cool the ire of Sneaky Lass captain, Bennett Holt, enough for him to reconsider her position on his ship… And in his life.
**
Captain Holt, reeling from heartache brought on by Jane’s deception, has sailed away. The sour feeling in his stomach over leaving Jane behind intensifies when he finds her notes, each more dire than the last, scattered throughout brothels and docks where the infamous vessel, Deceit, has anchored.
The irony of Dixon-turn-Jane being on Deceit is not lost on him, but is her violation of his trust worthy of being caught in the hands of a crew feared, even among pirates, for their ruthless cruelty?
Is it worth risking his loyal crew for someone who deceived them all and broke his heart?
CW: SA, violence, death
328 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 18, 2022
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January 28, 2023
4.5 stars rounding up.
Lots of action and tragedy. Jane is a survivor!
Lots of action and tragedy. Jane is a survivor!
August 29, 2022
“I am caught in your web, Jane. You may devour me at your pleasure.”
Jane is hands down one of my favorite characters to ever be written. She isn’t perfect, but she is strong and determined and she’s learning how worthy she is of respect and love. This book was a lot more intense than the first, I wanted to kill every single man that did Jane wrong myself. But Ugh I love this series so much.
Jane is hands down one of my favorite characters to ever be written. She isn’t perfect, but she is strong and determined and she’s learning how worthy she is of respect and love. This book was a lot more intense than the first, I wanted to kill every single man that did Jane wrong myself. But Ugh I love this series so much.
September 3, 2022
Just adding an edit here to say that this book is now out in the world and I desperately need everyone to read this series and support this wonderful indie author! (Even though she actually shattered my heart with this book).
When I first started this book, I was nervous it was gonna be repetitive with Bennett always missing Jane. But boy oh boy, my imagination was thinking too small. Jane goes on such an incredible journey and even though she has so much healing to do after everything, she has found this incredible resilience within herself and such a strengthened will to live.
I kind of miss Dixon but I love Jane, and they are one in the same anyway.
Even though this didn’t hinder the story at all, I wish there had been a few more chapters from Bennett’s perspective. Especially during the *end* (iykyk).
Right, that ending. Wow. Unlocked new trauma. I’ve come to dislike Hugh, but I cannot bring myself to fully hate him. I’m just heartbroken, like truly.
Such an incredible book. This series is a must read. Definitely my favorite series of my adult life.
Edit: I also wanna comment on the ending. Like the very last page ending. When I think of this book, I think of that moment between Jane and Bennett. Such a monumental moment, but done so quietly and with such gentleness. That small moment is forever etched into my heart.
When I first started this book, I was nervous it was gonna be repetitive with Bennett always missing Jane. But boy oh boy, my imagination was thinking too small. Jane goes on such an incredible journey and even though she has so much healing to do after everything, she has found this incredible resilience within herself and such a strengthened will to live.
I kind of miss Dixon but I love Jane, and they are one in the same anyway.
Even though this didn’t hinder the story at all, I wish there had been a few more chapters from Bennett’s perspective. Especially during the *end* (iykyk).
Right, that ending. Wow. Unlocked new trauma. I’ve come to dislike Hugh, but I cannot bring myself to fully hate him. I’m just heartbroken, like truly.
Such an incredible book. This series is a must read. Definitely my favorite series of my adult life.
Edit: I also wanna comment on the ending. Like the very last page ending. When I think of this book, I think of that moment between Jane and Bennett. Such a monumental moment, but done so quietly and with such gentleness. That small moment is forever etched into my heart.
November 22, 2025
3,5/5
Hatte das Gefühl dass das Buch mainly nur da war um Trauma aufzubauen für die MCs
Hatte das Gefühl dass das Buch mainly nur da war um Trauma aufzubauen für die MCs
April 21, 2023
I feel like I’ve read 2 different books.
The first half was very much a 3 🌟 read for me. It just felt like the author was summarizing all that was happening to get the characters where she wanted them. And I don’t fault her for that - I wanted Jane back with the Sneaky Lass as quickly as possible too! 😂
The 2nd half is very much the type of writing I was expecting from the author. It slows down a bit & let’s you get into the head of Jane.
I’m still loving the slow burn between Jane & Bennett and can’t wait to see where their relationship goes.
But why did the book have to end the way it did! My poor heart. 😔
The first half was very much a 3 🌟 read for me. It just felt like the author was summarizing all that was happening to get the characters where she wanted them. And I don’t fault her for that - I wanted Jane back with the Sneaky Lass as quickly as possible too! 😂
The 2nd half is very much the type of writing I was expecting from the author. It slows down a bit & let’s you get into the head of Jane.
I’m still loving the slow burn between Jane & Bennett and can’t wait to see where their relationship goes.
But why did the book have to end the way it did! My poor heart. 😔
October 21, 2024
My intent towards Tom is not of my nature. When Jane finds the guys who bring her back to Bennett, I cry. Every time you think poor Jane will catch a break, something horrible happens in just life. The life of Jane has me so enthralled. I need for her to be okay, as if she is my own sister.While this book follows the love story of Jane & Bennett. You will also be brought along into another love story. If you don't already love Mickey from book one, you will in book two. The tears I've cried over Mickey may be foolish to some. These characters live rent-free inside my head. If you haven't started this series, do not hesitate one more day! Get it, you will not regret it!
December 31, 2024
OH MY GOD. Screaming crying throwing up. I thought it was all good and Kennedy Sutton has me SOBBING. AGAIN. When I least expected it.
I am just now learning there are 8 books in this series and I don't know if i should be excited or afraid 😭
I am just now learning there are 8 books in this series and I don't know if i should be excited or afraid 😭
October 30, 2024
Wow, this book ripped out my heart. I wasn't sure what expectations I should have going into this series, but I love it so much and can't wait to continue. I met Kennedy Sutton in person recently (she is very sweet and adorable in real life), which I expected to translate to her books, but her books actually hit on very dark and difficult subjects. Her writing has a way to just entrance me, and I'm so interested to see what happens to the characters that I love, and especially the ones I hate! While I read the first book physically, I really enjoyed this one as an audio. The author narrated her story herself, and her voice was perfect for this story (especially the shanty singing!!).
The author sent me a copy of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.
The author sent me a copy of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.
August 2, 2022
I really really enjoyed this book. This series literally kept me on my toes, I never knew what was coming next. It certainly didn’t shy away from some hard topics, so keep that in mind while reading. I got hit in my feels more than once with this book. The author is great at pulling you into the world she creates as well as pulling at your heartstrings. I can’t wait for the other books that come next!
August 11, 2025
Loved it!
The second book in this series may even be better than the first and I never say that. I found myself wanting to scream at some of the main characters, and I definitely cried more than I needed to. On to the next book!!
The second book in this series may even be better than the first and I never say that. I found myself wanting to scream at some of the main characters, and I definitely cried more than I needed to. On to the next book!!
March 28, 2023
This was a great follow up to Sneaky Lass! I love the multiple perspectives we got here with Bennetts view as well. If you like book one, you need to pick this one up.
March 18, 2025
This book wrecked me!!! I cried so much during the whole thing, but that ending was cruel!!!!
November 21, 2025
I closed this book and just sat there in silence, trying to recover. Kennedy Sutton really knows how to take your heart, squeeze it and hand it back like “good luck with that.”
Jane feels so real, it hurts. She’s strong, stubborn, hurting, healing... just trying to survive a world that keeps knocking her down. I wanted to protect her, cheer for her and sometimes just sit beside her because she deserves softness after everything.
And Bennett… listen. I had many “sir, please get it together” moments, but the connection between them never stops humming in the background, even when they’re miles apart. It’s quiet, painful, beautiful.
The story doesn’t shy away from dark moments, but it still finds room for tenderness and those little scenes that suddenly hit you like a wave. I read it on Kindle and audio (immersive reader here), and hearing Sutton narrate her own book made the emotional damage even worse in the best way.
This book didn’t just break my heart. It rearranged it.
If you haven’t started this series yet, do yourself a favor and dive in. You’ll cry, but you won’t regret it.
Jane feels so real, it hurts. She’s strong, stubborn, hurting, healing... just trying to survive a world that keeps knocking her down. I wanted to protect her, cheer for her and sometimes just sit beside her because she deserves softness after everything.
And Bennett… listen. I had many “sir, please get it together” moments, but the connection between them never stops humming in the background, even when they’re miles apart. It’s quiet, painful, beautiful.
The story doesn’t shy away from dark moments, but it still finds room for tenderness and those little scenes that suddenly hit you like a wave. I read it on Kindle and audio (immersive reader here), and hearing Sutton narrate her own book made the emotional damage even worse in the best way.
This book didn’t just break my heart. It rearranged it.
If you haven’t started this series yet, do yourself a favor and dive in. You’ll cry, but you won’t regret it.
December 11, 2024
Why has this torn me apart??? And surprisingly good writing??? I am a shell of a person.
November 4, 2024
This series has me in a chokehold. Picking up where book one left off with Jane you get to see how she has to try to refind herself all over again and ends up even more bad situations. My heart broke for her every single time she was pushed back down again. I was so angry with Ben in the beginning and just wanting him to come to his senses already. Every close encounter I was hoping that would be the moment. And then finally some light happened just to be clouded over with a bad storm that had me sobbing like a baby. 😭 this book will make you feel every emotion possible along side Jane.
Kennedy has definitely made me a pirate book lover! Can’t wait to see where book 3 goes!
Kennedy has definitely made me a pirate book lover! Can’t wait to see where book 3 goes!
August 18, 2022
I received this book as an ARC and promised to give an honest review.
Another brilliantly told story by Kennedy Sutton. She had me falling in love with these characters all over again. I loved getting to read Bennet's perspective this time as well as Jane's.
This book is super fast paced and had me staying up way too late to read it because I didn't want to put it down. Lots of action and drama and trauma. Be ready to have your heart ripped from your chest and to cry real tears.
It's a beautifully tragic story that I want to keep reading. I can't wait to read Kennedy Sutton's next book.
Another brilliantly told story by Kennedy Sutton. She had me falling in love with these characters all over again. I loved getting to read Bennet's perspective this time as well as Jane's.
This book is super fast paced and had me staying up way too late to read it because I didn't want to put it down. Lots of action and drama and trauma. Be ready to have your heart ripped from your chest and to cry real tears.
It's a beautifully tragic story that I want to keep reading. I can't wait to read Kennedy Sutton's next book.
August 18, 2022
Feathers at sea has left me reeling. Check your content warnings, this book does not shy away from the hard subjects.
The way the last book ended set this book up for our Fmc Jane being left behind on land. She once again finds herself in dire circumstances and has to try and change her fate. She takes up with a group of much rougher pirates, and her story just looks more and more grim with each flip of the page. She is resilient and refuses to stay knocked down even if she has to harm others climbing her way back up.
Holt is just as swoon worthy as he was in book one, with a side of brooding! He is on a mission to right the wrongs he’s done and risks the ire of his crew to do it. He and Jane Circle each other like ships passing in the night, Bennett is chasing after her but only seems to come in contact with her love letters she leaves behind. Creating the best slow burn possible.
I loved this book even more than the last. Will this book crush your souls, make you cry, hurt your heart? Absolutely. I haven’t cried over a book in a long time but the Sneaky Lass and Feathers at sea brought on my ugliness crying. This book the unforgettable easily one of my to 5 books read this year!
The way the last book ended set this book up for our Fmc Jane being left behind on land. She once again finds herself in dire circumstances and has to try and change her fate. She takes up with a group of much rougher pirates, and her story just looks more and more grim with each flip of the page. She is resilient and refuses to stay knocked down even if she has to harm others climbing her way back up.
Holt is just as swoon worthy as he was in book one, with a side of brooding! He is on a mission to right the wrongs he’s done and risks the ire of his crew to do it. He and Jane Circle each other like ships passing in the night, Bennett is chasing after her but only seems to come in contact with her love letters she leaves behind. Creating the best slow burn possible.
I loved this book even more than the last. Will this book crush your souls, make you cry, hurt your heart? Absolutely. I haven’t cried over a book in a long time but the Sneaky Lass and Feathers at sea brought on my ugliness crying. This book the unforgettable easily one of my to 5 books read this year!
August 18, 2022
Literal tears. Sobbing at work. How does she know just what to write to make a reader fall in love with her characters only for our hearts to be ripped to shreds with them.
Feathers At Sea picks up where Sneaky Lass left off. We follow Dixon now Jane as she recovers from her wounds and falls in with the pirates aboard the Deceit under Captain Li. Quickly realizing that not all pirate ships are the same, some are far, far worse than others. We as readers get tossed(in a good way) between Jane and Bennet’s POV as Bennett follows the feathers Jane has left in her wake in hopes he will find her. But as we learn it’s not an easy task to rescue someone or one’s self from a life less desired.
Kennedy Sutton is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors and though she has only released two books so far I am thrilled to be following her publishing journey and will continue to devour any new works she will publish.
Feathers At Sea picks up where Sneaky Lass left off. We follow Dixon now Jane as she recovers from her wounds and falls in with the pirates aboard the Deceit under Captain Li. Quickly realizing that not all pirate ships are the same, some are far, far worse than others. We as readers get tossed(in a good way) between Jane and Bennet’s POV as Bennett follows the feathers Jane has left in her wake in hopes he will find her. But as we learn it’s not an easy task to rescue someone or one’s self from a life less desired.
Kennedy Sutton is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors and though she has only released two books so far I am thrilled to be following her publishing journey and will continue to devour any new works she will publish.
May 30, 2023
This book was phenomenally written, but go into it fully warned: it is heart wrenching. Kennedy Sutton is a word smith who builds an impeccable world that will make you forget you are reading.
The story picks up where the last one left off, with Jane/Dixon left stranded off of the Sneaky Lass with her injury and unsure what to do/where to go. So she takes up on another pirate ship, the Deceit. The Deceit's Captain and crew proves to be much more bellicose than her fair friends upon the Sneaky Lass, and she quickly finds herself in deep waters.
Kennedy Sutton's skillful storytelling, rich character development, and immersive descriptions make this novel a worthy addition to any bookshelf. Whether you're a fan of nautical tales, trauma healing, or simply crave a voyage of the imagination, Feathers at Sea is sure to satisfy your literary wanderlust.
The story picks up where the last one left off, with Jane/Dixon left stranded off of the Sneaky Lass with her injury and unsure what to do/where to go. So she takes up on another pirate ship, the Deceit. The Deceit's Captain and crew proves to be much more bellicose than her fair friends upon the Sneaky Lass, and she quickly finds herself in deep waters.
Kennedy Sutton's skillful storytelling, rich character development, and immersive descriptions make this novel a worthy addition to any bookshelf. Whether you're a fan of nautical tales, trauma healing, or simply crave a voyage of the imagination, Feathers at Sea is sure to satisfy your literary wanderlust.
November 20, 2024
If you’ve ever thought to yourself, “there’s no way an author could write about the same thing over and over again for 100+ pages,” this book will prove you wrong. The first half is just repetitive.
Reading this is like watching Game of Thrones. Just when you think the characters have suffered enough and will catch a break, BOOM, more trauma.
Reading this is like watching Game of Thrones. Just when you think the characters have suffered enough and will catch a break, BOOM, more trauma.
August 11, 2025
Disclaimer: I bought this book. Support your authors! All opinions are my own.
Book: Feathers At Sea
Author: Kennedy Sutton
Book Series: The Silver Locket Book #2
Rating: 3/5
Diversity: Gay Character, Queer (pansexual or bisexual) Character
Recommended For...: Adult readers, Pirate, Romance, Historical Fiction, Fantasy
Publication Date: August 18, 2022
Genre: Pirate Romance
Age Relevance: 18+ (sexual content, romance, sexual assault, prostitution, sexual coercion, rape, violence, animal violence, torture, blood gore, death, alcohol consumption, drugs, kidnapping, stillborn)
Explanation of CWs: There is romance and sexual content in this book. There are scenes involving sexual assault, prostitution, sexual coercion, and rape is implied. There is violence, animal violence, and torture shown along with blood gore and death. There are scenes showing alcohol consumption and drug use. There is a kidnapping. Stillborn death is mentioned.
If This Was a Taylor Swift Song: My Tears Ricochet
Publisher: Self Published
Pages: 328
Synopsis: Her ruse uncovered, Jane finds herself in exile from the home and family she found aboard Sneaky Lass. What little money she had now gone, Jane’s options are to find a livelihood or starve. Helmed by a notoriously mad captain, the lethal crew of Deceit is leaving their mark across Trinity’s many brothels. Left with no other options, Jane joins ranks, but it is not long before she learns there is no honor among these thieves and murderers. Jane finds her position aboard Deceit to be more captive than crew. Opportunities for escape buckle and Jane resorts to leaving desperate missives in her wake with the hope they cool the ire of Sneaky Lass captain, Bennett Holt, enough for him to reconsider her position on his ship… And in his life.
Captain Holt, reeling from heartache brought on by Jane’s deception, has sailed away. The sour feeling in his stomach over leaving Jane behind intensifies when he finds her notes, each more dire than the last, scattered throughout brothels and docks where the infamous vessel, Deceit, has anchored. The irony of Dixon-turn-Jane being on Deceit is not lost on him, but is her violation of his trust worthy of being caught in the hands of a crew feared, even among pirates, for their ruthless cruelty? Is it worth risking his loyal crew for someone who deceived them all and broke his heart?
Review: I thought that this was a pretty good book for the series. I liked the continued pirate romance aspect of the series and I really enjoyed that this one was multi-pov for the majority of it. I liked the character development of our main characters and some of the side characters as well. I also felt that it was a good segue into what book 3 could be about.
However, I have some issues with this book. I thought that the World building was lacking a little bit here and there, but my main issue is that the first part of the book and the last part of the book felt like two different books. Books. After we got over the main conflict in the first part of the book, it felt like the book itself just fizzled out a lot and it was really hard to continue moving after that. I think maybe it should have been a little restructured to fix that or maybe even break it up into a bit into book three.
Verdict: I feel like this book suffers from “Second Book Syndrome” but I’m still invested in the series!
Book: Feathers At Sea
Author: Kennedy Sutton
Book Series: The Silver Locket Book #2
Rating: 3/5
Diversity: Gay Character, Queer (pansexual or bisexual) Character
Recommended For...: Adult readers, Pirate, Romance, Historical Fiction, Fantasy
Publication Date: August 18, 2022
Genre: Pirate Romance
Age Relevance: 18+ (sexual content, romance, sexual assault, prostitution, sexual coercion, rape, violence, animal violence, torture, blood gore, death, alcohol consumption, drugs, kidnapping, stillborn)
Explanation of CWs: There is romance and sexual content in this book. There are scenes involving sexual assault, prostitution, sexual coercion, and rape is implied. There is violence, animal violence, and torture shown along with blood gore and death. There are scenes showing alcohol consumption and drug use. There is a kidnapping. Stillborn death is mentioned.
If This Was a Taylor Swift Song: My Tears Ricochet
Publisher: Self Published
Pages: 328
Synopsis: Her ruse uncovered, Jane finds herself in exile from the home and family she found aboard Sneaky Lass. What little money she had now gone, Jane’s options are to find a livelihood or starve. Helmed by a notoriously mad captain, the lethal crew of Deceit is leaving their mark across Trinity’s many brothels. Left with no other options, Jane joins ranks, but it is not long before she learns there is no honor among these thieves and murderers. Jane finds her position aboard Deceit to be more captive than crew. Opportunities for escape buckle and Jane resorts to leaving desperate missives in her wake with the hope they cool the ire of Sneaky Lass captain, Bennett Holt, enough for him to reconsider her position on his ship… And in his life.
Captain Holt, reeling from heartache brought on by Jane’s deception, has sailed away. The sour feeling in his stomach over leaving Jane behind intensifies when he finds her notes, each more dire than the last, scattered throughout brothels and docks where the infamous vessel, Deceit, has anchored. The irony of Dixon-turn-Jane being on Deceit is not lost on him, but is her violation of his trust worthy of being caught in the hands of a crew feared, even among pirates, for their ruthless cruelty? Is it worth risking his loyal crew for someone who deceived them all and broke his heart?
Review: I thought that this was a pretty good book for the series. I liked the continued pirate romance aspect of the series and I really enjoyed that this one was multi-pov for the majority of it. I liked the character development of our main characters and some of the side characters as well. I also felt that it was a good segue into what book 3 could be about.
However, I have some issues with this book. I thought that the World building was lacking a little bit here and there, but my main issue is that the first part of the book and the last part of the book felt like two different books. Books. After we got over the main conflict in the first part of the book, it felt like the book itself just fizzled out a lot and it was really hard to continue moving after that. I think maybe it should have been a little restructured to fix that or maybe even break it up into a bit into book three.
Verdict: I feel like this book suffers from “Second Book Syndrome” but I’m still invested in the series!
January 12, 2023
my heart will not survive!
I immediately jumped from book one into this book and utterly devoured it. It speaks highly of the author that she has created characters I have gotten so invested in. This series is my new hyperfixation. I stayed up until 1am and started book 3 right after, wanting to know what happens next. If you are hesitating to start this series, DON’T! Read it RIGHT NOW!
SPOILERS LIE BELOW!
My heart and emotions did take a beating with this book, particularly at the end. At times the trauma the character felt repetitive at times, with many failed attempts to escape and getting close to rescue without success. The frustration was almost too much to handle— not necessary a bad thing. I also found myself wishing I could see more from BENNETT’s POV, since we saw moments through his eyes but a lot of exciting things happened to him that were only told about later.
I do not think this book stood as well on its own as book 1 did and felt that the book’s plotline hit its climax at the 60% mark and everything else that followed felt like it should have been part of the next book. The result is that I finished the book feeling utterly devastated, feeling a loss so profoundly I couldn’t even cry. I am hoping Book 3 will grant some closure because at the moment, I am really mad at this loss because it feels senseless. However, this is a testament to the skill of the author that I cared so deeply about this character that the loss wrecked me! It takes a lot of skill! But still, WHY??!!!
It is a rapid release series so this can definitely be the intention of the author. Ultimately, Book 2 was a great next chapter and has me anxious to see what comes next. These critiques are minor compared to how much I really love these characters and how beautiful the writing is.
Excuse me while I go jump into Book 3, and maybe start begging the fates and gods that I get out of that book without anymore emotional damage (I sincerely doubt it).
I immediately jumped from book one into this book and utterly devoured it. It speaks highly of the author that she has created characters I have gotten so invested in. This series is my new hyperfixation. I stayed up until 1am and started book 3 right after, wanting to know what happens next. If you are hesitating to start this series, DON’T! Read it RIGHT NOW!
SPOILERS LIE BELOW!
My heart and emotions did take a beating with this book, particularly at the end. At times the trauma the character felt repetitive at times, with many failed attempts to escape and getting close to rescue without success. The frustration was almost too much to handle— not necessary a bad thing. I also found myself wishing I could see more from BENNETT’s POV, since we saw moments through his eyes but a lot of exciting things happened to him that were only told about later.
I do not think this book stood as well on its own as book 1 did and felt that the book’s plotline hit its climax at the 60% mark and everything else that followed felt like it should have been part of the next book. The result is that I finished the book feeling utterly devastated, feeling a loss so profoundly I couldn’t even cry. I am hoping Book 3 will grant some closure because at the moment, I am really mad at this loss because it feels senseless. However, this is a testament to the skill of the author that I cared so deeply about this character that the loss wrecked me! It takes a lot of skill! But still, WHY??!!!
It is a rapid release series so this can definitely be the intention of the author. Ultimately, Book 2 was a great next chapter and has me anxious to see what comes next. These critiques are minor compared to how much I really love these characters and how beautiful the writing is.
Excuse me while I go jump into Book 3, and maybe start begging the fates and gods that I get out of that book without anymore emotional damage (I sincerely doubt it).
September 17, 2023
*Lets out a very long ragged sigh*
I am still processing my emotions. My very wrecked emotions.
This book is fantastic. Absolutely fantastic. I love it.
I haven't felt this way about a series in a very, very long time and, I gotta' say, it's nice to feel this again even though my heart feels like its been shot by one of The Sneaky Lass's cannon *cries again*. THIS is why I read.
Let's talk about Jane again. What a fricken woman. WHAT A WOMAN. I've never loved a protagonist as much as Jane in all the books I've read. She's real. She tough as nails but still gets scared. Jane grows tremendously in this book, which is amazing to say considering she was already so tough. She was forced to adapt even more with what the fates threw at her.
Every side character continues to hold a place in my heart. They're all so different with these real personalities jumping off of the page.
Whenever I pick up my kindle and start reading the series, I'm instantly sucked back into Kennedy's world, when usually it takes me a hot minute to get back into the flow of things. Her writing is just that good.
This is a book that kept me up all night because I needed to get to a certain point before I could even consider sleeping. Otherwise I would be mentally tortured to wait. It didn't matter, because I was tortured later anyways when I kept reading. (In the best ways of course!)
The anticipation and tension of the continued story stays revved up throughout the entire fricken thing. Which is why I'm ending my review here so I can continue onto the third.
It's only getting better and better.
I am still processing my emotions. My very wrecked emotions.
This book is fantastic. Absolutely fantastic. I love it.
I haven't felt this way about a series in a very, very long time and, I gotta' say, it's nice to feel this again even though my heart feels like its been shot by one of The Sneaky Lass's cannon *cries again*. THIS is why I read.
Let's talk about Jane again. What a fricken woman. WHAT A WOMAN. I've never loved a protagonist as much as Jane in all the books I've read. She's real. She tough as nails but still gets scared. Jane grows tremendously in this book, which is amazing to say considering she was already so tough. She was forced to adapt even more with what the fates threw at her.
Every side character continues to hold a place in my heart. They're all so different with these real personalities jumping off of the page.
Whenever I pick up my kindle and start reading the series, I'm instantly sucked back into Kennedy's world, when usually it takes me a hot minute to get back into the flow of things. Her writing is just that good.
This is a book that kept me up all night because I needed to get to a certain point before I could even consider sleeping. Otherwise I would be mentally tortured to wait. It didn't matter, because I was tortured later anyways when I kept reading. (In the best ways of course!)
The anticipation and tension of the continued story stays revved up throughout the entire fricken thing. Which is why I'm ending my review here so I can continue onto the third.
It's only getting better and better.
August 5, 2022
This book was fabulous! It was the second book in The Silver Locket series sent to me by the author. I promised to give an honest review and it did not disappoint! I loved the first book. It did a great job setting the tone and building the world for our main characters. I couldn't wait to get my hands on the next one. Sometimes after reading the first book in a series, you have an idea of what the big picture is going to be and where things are headed. I knew what I wanted to happen in this second book, but Kennedy definitely kept it exciting and suspenseful. Every event in Feathers at Sea had me yelling at the characters in excitement and in frustration! I loved every second of it! She kept me wanting more with each little piece that fit in the puzzle that is Jane/Dix. It is also filled with chapters that have our wonderful captain's point of view. So so good! The ending did have me ready to toss the book across the room and cry at one point! But like I said, I am here for it and I am so ready for the next adventure with these characters! So if you are ready to continue the story of our Sneaky Lass crew then you have to get your hands on this book! 10/10 I would recommend! I am loving Kennedy Sutton's work. She is a phenomenal writer and going to lead us on a wonderful journey!!
April 14, 2023
If you've read book 1 of The Silver Locket series, you already know you've got to read book 2. I really enjoyed the added bonus of multiple points of view in the second book. That was a nice surprise. There's also a "nice" bonus point of view at the end (which I presume is in all of the versions - I got the paperback). I mean, I say "nice" even though it is actually DEVASTATING, but it was a point of view we NEEDED.
I didn't realize my heart could ache for 312 pages! How do I put this into words? There are those annoying love stories that take forever for anything to happen, and aren't worth it by the end. This story is slow and agonizing, but in all the right ways. Every bit of it is necessary. Every facet of the story brings forth the evolution from what happened to end book1 through the turmoil of the MC's new situation, back to where we all want things to be, except it can't be that simple, not with what the MC has had to endure, and not with the new tragedies that plague her. We learn so much more about the characters in this book, but their stories are always - TANTALIZINGLY - incomplete. Never has a series had me needing to read more, and by "needing" I mean NEEDING! I've ordered book 3 because there's no way I'm going to stop here.
Read this book. Read this series. It is so worth it!
I didn't realize my heart could ache for 312 pages! How do I put this into words? There are those annoying love stories that take forever for anything to happen, and aren't worth it by the end. This story is slow and agonizing, but in all the right ways. Every bit of it is necessary. Every facet of the story brings forth the evolution from what happened to end book1 through the turmoil of the MC's new situation, back to where we all want things to be, except it can't be that simple, not with what the MC has had to endure, and not with the new tragedies that plague her. We learn so much more about the characters in this book, but their stories are always - TANTALIZINGLY - incomplete. Never has a series had me needing to read more, and by "needing" I mean NEEDING! I've ordered book 3 because there's no way I'm going to stop here.
Read this book. Read this series. It is so worth it!
August 23, 2022
Feathers at Sea by Kennedy Sutton is the second installment of The Silver Locket series. It continues where we left off on Jane's journey. Not only does this book make it impossible to put down, dare I say it's even better than the first?
Kennedy has written characters that you instantly latch onto. Many of them are not good nor bad but muddled somewhere in between. She manages to make you look past the wrongdoings and see the good in their hearts. the character development of Jane is amazing to see and encouraging. To go from a haunted and somewhat broken woman in The Sneaky Lass, to this still somewhat broken, but absolute badass of a woman is a fearsome thing to behold. Her strength and courage in times where many would give up and accept their fate is something I personally find admirable and encouraging.
The pacing of this book is also spot on. It was neither too rushed nor too drawn out, it was perfect and so worth the wait. If you love pirates and adventure and watching someone beat All odds then you definitely need to read this. The Sneaky Lass was the perfect opening to this series and Feathers at Sea was the perfect followup. I will be waiting on the edge of my seat for the next installment! Kennedy has me hook line and sinker!
Kennedy has written characters that you instantly latch onto. Many of them are not good nor bad but muddled somewhere in between. She manages to make you look past the wrongdoings and see the good in their hearts. the character development of Jane is amazing to see and encouraging. To go from a haunted and somewhat broken woman in The Sneaky Lass, to this still somewhat broken, but absolute badass of a woman is a fearsome thing to behold. Her strength and courage in times where many would give up and accept their fate is something I personally find admirable and encouraging.
The pacing of this book is also spot on. It was neither too rushed nor too drawn out, it was perfect and so worth the wait. If you love pirates and adventure and watching someone beat All odds then you definitely need to read this. The Sneaky Lass was the perfect opening to this series and Feathers at Sea was the perfect followup. I will be waiting on the edge of my seat for the next installment! Kennedy has me hook line and sinker!
October 25, 2024
Feathers At Sea
Book Review by:Mimi
Jane found out for her deception was left by Captain Holt, running out of money, has to find a way to survive. Jane makes the decision joining another ship is better than the alternative brothels. Jane makes the decision to join the ranks of the ship Deceit. A mad captain & crew less than desirable feared by even other pirates. Jane finds her position on Deceit more of captive than crew. She tries many times to escape but they are always one step ahead. Not being able to escape she decides the only way is to leave letters for captain holt at all the brothels
visited by the Deceit, hoping he could forgive her & at least give her a position on the Sneaky Lass if not in his heart.
Captain Holt feeling guilty & broken hearted starts finding Jane's letters scattered at the brothels Deceit visited. Each letter more desperate than the last. Knowing that Deceit was definitely not a safe place for Jane. Is it worth the chase can captam not find it in his heart to give Jane another chance??? The chase in the book is heart wrenching it takes more twist & turns than a roller coaster & the ups & downs of your hope & emotion will keep you on the edge of your seat. Definitely an excellent 2nd in the series! A must read series! Can't wait for number 3.
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Book Review by:Mimi
Jane found out for her deception was left by Captain Holt, running out of money, has to find a way to survive. Jane makes the decision joining another ship is better than the alternative brothels. Jane makes the decision to join the ranks of the ship Deceit. A mad captain & crew less than desirable feared by even other pirates. Jane finds her position on Deceit more of captive than crew. She tries many times to escape but they are always one step ahead. Not being able to escape she decides the only way is to leave letters for captain holt at all the brothels
visited by the Deceit, hoping he could forgive her & at least give her a position on the Sneaky Lass if not in his heart.
Captain Holt feeling guilty & broken hearted starts finding Jane's letters scattered at the brothels Deceit visited. Each letter more desperate than the last. Knowing that Deceit was definitely not a safe place for Jane. Is it worth the chase can captam not find it in his heart to give Jane another chance??? The chase in the book is heart wrenching it takes more twist & turns than a roller coaster & the ups & downs of your hope & emotion will keep you on the edge of your seat. Definitely an excellent 2nd in the series! A must read series! Can't wait for number 3.
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July 29, 2022
What can I say, the second book of the Silver Locket series by Kennedy Sutton does NOT disappoint!!
Starting right where we left Jane in the first book, this book has Jane and Bennet's viewpoints', which I LOVE. Kennedy takes us right back into Jane's world, where she yet again struggles with finding her way, while remaining far stronger than she gives herself credit for.
Once again, when I started this book it was incredibly hard to put it down until I was finished!! Another late into the night reading.
No spoilers - but if you loved The Sneaky Lass, you will absolutely love this book, too. More angst, more tears, and much more heart. Once again, I cried and my heart ached for the characters. It's heavy, but it's story that needs to be told, and I fell even more in love with these characters than I had in The Sneaky Lass.
Do yourself a favor and read this, but only after you've read The Sneaky Lass. They aren't standalones and you need the background for this book. But I promise, you won't regret reading these!!
Starting right where we left Jane in the first book, this book has Jane and Bennet's viewpoints', which I LOVE. Kennedy takes us right back into Jane's world, where she yet again struggles with finding her way, while remaining far stronger than she gives herself credit for.
Once again, when I started this book it was incredibly hard to put it down until I was finished!! Another late into the night reading.
No spoilers - but if you loved The Sneaky Lass, you will absolutely love this book, too. More angst, more tears, and much more heart. Once again, I cried and my heart ached for the characters. It's heavy, but it's story that needs to be told, and I fell even more in love with these characters than I had in The Sneaky Lass.
Do yourself a favor and read this, but only after you've read The Sneaky Lass. They aren't standalones and you need the background for this book. But I promise, you won't regret reading these!!
August 15, 2022
We were eagerly left wanting to know more about Jane's story. We were left sitting on the edge of our seats at the end of the Silver Locket. I don't know how Kennedy does it, but the way she puts these words together in order to bring us the story of Jane and those around her is captivating.
I wanted to savor this book, read it slowly, and take my time enjoying it because I did not know when I would be able to read more. But I couldn't help myself. I would constantly be putting whatever I was doing down in order to pick the book up and read just a little more, but it was never just a little more.
The title of the book was my favorite piece to discover within the pages. Every word, comma, and adjective was important to the tale of Jane. She is quickly becoming my favorite female lead in a book.
Kennedy's style reminds me of my time spent reading Hunger Games and the Divergent series. If you love pirates, love stories, and a little bit of action then you will love the Silver Locket series and the the characters held within.
I wanted to savor this book, read it slowly, and take my time enjoying it because I did not know when I would be able to read more. But I couldn't help myself. I would constantly be putting whatever I was doing down in order to pick the book up and read just a little more, but it was never just a little more.
The title of the book was my favorite piece to discover within the pages. Every word, comma, and adjective was important to the tale of Jane. She is quickly becoming my favorite female lead in a book.
Kennedy's style reminds me of my time spent reading Hunger Games and the Divergent series. If you love pirates, love stories, and a little bit of action then you will love the Silver Locket series and the the characters held within.
May 11, 2024
Feathers at Sea further explores the tale of Jane. Frankly the opener on this one had me questioning if I could stomach what had to be done. If my survival depended on the very things Jane had to do, and does do through the series, I think I would have thrown myself from the rigging. There was a point towards the halfway point where I almost did put the book down. No one should suffer so much for so little.
Then the narrative flipped. We have fire and anger and the same perseverance that we saw in book one that carries Jane forward so masterfully. I was glad I continued. Then at the end I was lost again because Sutton pulls so heavily on the heartstrings after providing such hope that I could not have predicted what came next.
There is pain and loss, heartbreak and heart healing, and there is an exploration into just how strong one woman can be through it all. Truly a masterful tale once again.
Then the narrative flipped. We have fire and anger and the same perseverance that we saw in book one that carries Jane forward so masterfully. I was glad I continued. Then at the end I was lost again because Sutton pulls so heavily on the heartstrings after providing such hope that I could not have predicted what came next.
There is pain and loss, heartbreak and heart healing, and there is an exploration into just how strong one woman can be through it all. Truly a masterful tale once again.
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