Transcendent – Felemelkedés

Denazen #4

by Jus Accardo

A fiú, akit elveszített, majd újra megtalált, nem ugyanaz, mint aki az emlékeiben él.

Az egyik legerősebb Hatos lévén Kale olyan mértékben változott meg, ami Deznek is szemet szúr. Kale megesküdött, hogy nem öl többé, most azonban vérre szomjazik. Megesküdött, hogy a lánynak nem esik bántódása, most azonban alig tud uralkodni végzetes érintésén.

Számtalanszor megjárták a poklot, ezúttal azonban nem garantált, hogy élve kijutnak onnan. Amikor kezd lehullni a lepel a Denazen vállalat eredetéről, a háttérben munkálkodók mindent megtesznek a talány megőrzéséért. Dez és Kale kapcsolata a szakadék szélén inog. Miközben rég eltemetett titkokra derül fény, úgy kell küzdeniük a szabadságukért – és egymásért –, mint még soha.

Kale pusztító ereje az ő malmukra hajthatja a vizet, ha közben nem veszíti el önmagát. Ez esetben Dez lehetetlen feladat elé néz – neki kell megmentenie a világot a szerelmétől.

Az év kihagyhatatlan befejező története.

Genres: Young Adult, Paranormal, Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, Supernatural, Romance, Urban Fantasy

352 pages, Paperback

First published March 2, 2020

About the author

JUS ACCARDO spent her childhood reading and learning to cook. Determined to follow in her grandfather’s footsteps as a chef, she applied and was accepted to the Culinary Institute of America. But at the last minute, she realized her true path lay with fiction, not food.

Jus is the bestselling author of the popular Denazen series from Entangled publishing, as well as the Darker Agency series, and the New Adult series, The Eternal Balance. A native New Yorker, she lives in the middle of nowhere with her husband, three dogs, and sometimes guard bear, Oswald.

Reviews

[Tina]

Release year 2014?


Guess there's nothing else to do but sit here...


and wait...


collecting dust...

[Mikky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Originally posted at:


* I received an eARC of this novel via Netgalley. This has not influenced my review.

This is the book I've been waiting over 6 years for and it was oh so very worth it! If I thought the last book in this series was action-packed this one took it to a whole new level. Things were happening one right after the other! There were times where I found myself holding my breath and bracing for the worst. The writing carried this story so well! I went through so many ups and downs. This book made me a blubbering mess and I loved it SO much!

I don't even know what to say about the characters at this point. Dez and Kale are so good together but the world keeps dropping bombs on their precious relationship and their family. Considering they stood the test of time throughout this series I'm pretty sure they have a great future ahead of them.

Brandt stood out to me this time around. I adored the revelations by the almost end of the book. It all made sense! I was so happy and yet sad for the decisions that had to be made that involved Dez and Brandt, Kale and so many more.

Considering the open-ended ending I'd love to see Brandt continue with this series from his perspective. I'd also love to see an end to Denazen. Like, burn it down to the ground and dance on its ashes type of deal. I'd also love for a certain not-a-sister to die a permanent death. Though I have a feeling that if we get another book in this series she's probably going to play a big part as the bad guy because I really don't want to see her "reformed". Her rightful place is in a ditch because of everything she did or helped do to Kale and Dez.

My Favorite Quotes:

"The bond we had came along once every ten lifetimes."

"The truth didn't always set you free. Sometimes it made you a prisoner, chained to an idea that would never become a reality."

"Monsters weren't generally born. They were created."
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Feb. 27th 2020

I've finished the ARC & it was everything I wanted and so so so much more! Review coming on March 9th! ♡

Jan. 23rd 2020

OMG! We have a cover & it's beautiful! The rest of the series is set to be recovered and even though I'm usually not the biggest fan of new covers I think this one deserves it just because of how long it's been since their release. I can't wait for this to finally release! I'm planning on binging all the books released so far in February so I don't have to wait more than a month to get my hands on the last book in this series. I've been waiting for this book since 2014 and I'm SO excited to finally see the story through to the end ♡

Nov. 12th 2019

Update From Jus Accardo's Website: "Transcendent (there’s always a chance the title may change!) is set to come out early next year. I’ve been given an official release date, but because these things can fluctuate, I’m not going to share it just yet. As we get closer, I’ll tell you. But, I think I can safely say to plan for around February."

Ahhh! I'm SO excited! Looks like I can plan my re-read of this series sooner rather than later. I hope the release date sticks this time ♡

Oct. 19th 2017

Fall 2018 here we come! :)

[Jazmin]

2016!!!!! I have been waiting since 2013

[Sandy · Rating 1 out of 5]

2019 and still waiting.....

[Inkslinger · Rating 3 out of 5]

ARC provided by NetGalley and Entangled Publishing. All opinions are mine and freely given.

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"The boy she’d lost, and finally found again, is not the same boy she remembers.

As one of the most powerful Sixes, Kale has changed in ways Dez can’t ignore.

He swore he’d never kill, and now he’s out for blood.

He swore he’d never harm her, and now he struggles to control his fatal touch.

They’ve been to hell and back, over and over, but this time they might not survive the fire."


03-04: 'Transcendent' is the fourth book in the Denazen Novels by Jus Accardo. I have not ready any of the previous parts of the story, but suffice it to say.. though I didn't 'love' this book.. it was still highly enjoyable and I absolutely liked Kale enough to go back and buy the first three. The history in his wake has been a rough one and somehow he's still come through it with a tenderness and loyalty that others easily throw away.

Essentially, Denazen is a corporation run by a greedy, diabolical individual who has systematically hunted down people with special abilities, called 'Sixes.' He's not above torture, manipulation, exploitation, extortion, or anything else to get what he wants from them.

Some of the Sixes we meet in this book have already been through just about everything he has to throw at them in previous novels, but you know how evil geniuses are.. always working on one more thing to use as leverage. This one is no exception.. and he really is awful.

I did feel like I needed a bit of a scorecard to keep up with character family ties. Everyone is either related to everyone else, is and/or was involved with everyone else, or at some point one and/or both of those things changes at least once. While I'm sure it's meant to keep things interesting, I felt like it had the reverse effect. After enough incidents of it, I just blew off whatever changes occurred and didn't care.

Likewise, while I said I loved Kale, with the exception of a supporting character named Aubrey.. no one else really moved me. The main character swings back and forth between being kind of petulant and thinking she's a bad ass and the cast of characters treat her like she's the latter, but she's much closer to the former.

There's plenty of drama, emotionally and otherwise.. I just never felt connected to any of the characters and easily there should have been a couple of scenes that would have made me tear up, but they didn't.

It was definitely a page-turner though and the author handled fight scenes well, describing just enough to give the reader a visual, without drowning them in a transcribed attempt at showing them the entire thing start to finish. I'll also say, some of the abilities designed in this story are surprisingly creative, not always 100% good for the wielder, and in one case.. as it develops.. pretty damned cool to 'see.'

If you're looking for a read with some substance, but one you won't find yourself overly invested in, this may be your title. As I said before, I'll definitely try to go back and read the first three books eventually, if only to see the rest of Kale's story, but if I get to busy and it doesn't happen.. I won't be crushed either.


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03-01: Though I haven't read anything from this series before, the cover and the synopsis reeled me in. So much potential.. if it's good, I'll end up going back to read the rest.. lol.

[Jillian]

Kale and Dez, I'm so excited to continue this amazing adventure with you. I'm in it till the end. No matter how long it takes, I will be faithful. I will be patient. Because you guys are worth it.

Now excuse me while I go find a semblance of a life.

[Marie]

YAY THERE'S FINALLY A RELEASE DATE



2016?

WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY

[Abby · Rating 1 out of 5]

july 2019 and still no updates. this is ridiculous. how many years has the book been done and we’ve just been waiting??? i’m about ready to just forget about the series.

[nightlyreadingheather]

I am so freakin excited!!! This book has been a long time coming!!!

[CCAM&GZM · Rating 5 out of 5]

Will be Dez and Kale a tragic couple?

There are almost nine years since I read the first volume! In all this time my expectations did not diminish. If Touch, the first volume, came in a time when there was a hunger for YA stories with paranormal elements, Transcendent has to face not only the eventual forgetfulness of us, the "old" fans, but also the "consequences" of the huge quantity of books and movies with kindred subjects: saturation and high expectations. After reading Transcendent, I'm quite confident that Mrs. Jus Accardo (hi!) will tick off another success.

Even if, of course, it is recommended to read the entire series in order, the necessary details to understand what's happening and enjoy Transcendent are offered.

Adding, eliminating, "replacing" characters in a steady rhythm, the story of our heroes continues without breaks. The few more relaxed bits are only the quiet moments before the storm. And storms will be and they will bring havoc. The battle between good and evil never stops. Impossible choices and tough decisions, relationship changes, confrontations of the supernatural powers and human determination, sacrifices and more... nothing is missing. All these elements are well used and combined, readers' curiosity and anxiety being efficiently manipulated. The real and fatal damage remains a permanent threat. Everything is changing. Ms. Accardo doesn't have mercy for her characters or her readers. And the readers will love it all.

Another thing that I liked is that, under the lines and without negatively affecting the story or its pace, Ms. Accardo serves to the young (or older) readers more serious things to think about. She is an author to keep an eye on.

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[Lana *Best left alone with books and snacks* · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was waiting so long for this book that I totally missed it when it came out. Honestly, I kind of forgot about it too. Oops.

A good conclusion to the story but I felt like we were going in circles for a bit. The team didn't come out intact but it was pretty obvious from the beginning.

I feel like I maybe would've enjoyed it more if I read it a couple years earlier. But it is what it is and therefore I can't give it more than three stars.

Over and out

[Nikki]

I'm a little upset that the past three books were released a year apart yet the next installment will take three damn years from Tremble's release. Granted, it's beginning of 2015 now, but it's still a WHILE until Truth is released. Why such a long wait? :/ I get Jus wants it to be the best it can be and have absolutely no regrets about the material that's put out, but seriously...this long? Blah.

[July]

Sometime soon would be great. Lol!

[»Elisha«]

According to the author's website, the book wont release until mid to late 2016....

http://www.jusaccardo.com/2014/11/upd...

[Stacey]

Seriously. I'm starting to feel like the Game of Thrones fandom...ok so it hasn't been five years yet but it's been freaking long enough. It says 2016 for a release date...here's hoping...

[Sandra "Jeanz" · Rating 5 out of 5]

I knew it had been a while since I had read anything in this series, but I honestly hadn’t realised how long ago it was that I had read Tremble. It was way back in April 2013! That made me wonder when I had initially started reading the first book in the series so I decided to check back and it was in 2012. Having said all that as soon as I found out this book was due for release, I knew there was no doubt that I had to read it.

Transcendent picks up the story with Dez and Kale both back with the Underground, though because the Sanctuary Hotel was burnt down the new headquarters are quite literally under ground and the land and modest log cabin building that is over the Undergrounds heads is owned by Daxon Fleet. The new headquarters are quite a large and roomy upgrade to what the Underground Sixes had become used to. The new compound has work out areas, a library and a swimming pool too.

The immediate task at hand that the elderly yet still energetic Underground Leader, Ginger tasks Dez, Kale and the other operatives with is to find the Nines before Denazen Corporation get to them and Marshall is in control of them. Deznee still doesn’t know the identity of her biological father, though she knows that it isn’t Marshall Cross, which she is glad about. Dez’s mum Sue does end up giving her daughter her biological fathers first name but refuses to reveal anything else to Dez. Dez and her mother are still learning to be around each other, and it’s apparent that Sue is upset she didn’t get to see, or be part of her daughter’s formative childhood years. That relationship isn’t the only one Dez is struggling with. Dez is finding it difficult to get past the fact that Kale had a liaison with Kiernan, even though he was brainwashed into doing so, and they had to make Kiernan look a lot like Dez. Dez would love nothing more than to fight and beat Kiernan and she does have an opportunity or two for revenge in Transcendent. Dez is still the hot headed, impulsive character we know and love. Kale is also still besotted with Dez and would do anything to ensure her continued safety.

As well as older, familiar, favourite characters such as Dez, Kale, Brandt, Ginger and Dax there are also newer ones coming to the fore in this book, like Zieke and Mindy. Kale is struggling in this book to control his powers that have been somewhat changed since Denazen Corporation had him and gave him their new drug Dominion. Kale is afraid he might end up killing someone he loves, specifically Dez. They are together, as we learnt in the other books, there is no one else for them except for each other, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have a lot of ups and downs and some outside interference thrown into their relationship. Ginger has a revelation for Deznee which she at first blankly refuses to even consider, then much later she seems to understand what Ginger was saying to her and preparing her for. Deznee has a tough, life-altering, heart-breaking decision to make.

I will be truly honest I did initially worry whether I would remember things that had happened earlier in the series but I needn’t have worried as by just 6% of the way into Transcendent I had slipped right back into the Denazen world. The way Jus Accardo has written this book, it explains actions and reactions of characters so well that its definitely not difficult to recall previous incidents that occurred in other books. I have always loved the world and the characters that Jus created. I really like the fact not every character is purely black or white all the time. The way Kylee has loyalty to Denazen as she was taken in and given a home when she needed one, but she also has her own sense of what is right or wrong. Kylee can see events from the point of view of the Underground too. There are certainly times when despite being on the opposite side of the war between Denazen Corporation and the Underground she is blatantly understanding of Deznee’s feelings about her mother Sue, and her urgency to get her hands on the necessary antidote to cure her of the poison that has been injected into her system.

I truly adore the camaraderie and deep bonds between the characters, obviously there’s Dez & Kale, Dez & Brandt, but there also Kale & Aubrey and despite being on different sides of the “war” Aubrey & Able too. This book has lots going on it from the beginning to the very end and I have to say it still left me wanting even more.

My immediate thoughts on finishing this book were Wow, I can't believe I doubted that I would slip right back into this fantastic series. It was like meeting up with old friends. Definitely one I hated having to put down.

To sum up, I really love this series, along with characters and world within it. The writing style of Jus Accardo makes her books so easy to read. This book really was addictive reading, I finished reading well into the late hours of the night/early hours of the morning. What more can I say, I don’t want it to ever end!! Maybe we could have a spin off series??

[Dee/ bookworm · Rating 5 out of 5]

#Transcendent #NetGalley

publisher synopsis: The boy she’d lost, and finally found again, is not the same boy she remembers. As one of the most powerful Sixes, Kale has changed in ways Dez can’t ignore.
He swore he’d never kill, and now he’s out for blood.

He swore he’d never harm her, and now he struggles to control his fatal touch.

They’ve been to hell and back, over and over, but this time they might not survive the fire.

When the truth at the root of the Denazen Corporation’s origins begins to unfold, those behind the scenes will do anything to keep it hidden.

Dez and Kale will be pushed to their breaking point. As long buried secrets come to light, they must fight for their freedom—and each other—as they never have before.

Kale’s destructive power could win the battle, if he doesn’t lose himself to it in the process. Or Dez will be faced with an impossible task—saving the world from the boy she loves.



Accardo is such a talented writer! I was excited to read this novel! It was so intense and the ending.... well you'll have to read it to find out!



I received an advance reader copy for a fair review. These opinions are my own.

[Kelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an action packed book that brought some conclusive ends to some characters. There were a few strings that are not tied up still. It, like the rest of the series, was a quick read.

[S. Edstrom · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so happy/sad that one of my all time favorite series is complete. I simply couldn't put the book down and was continously surprised but all the crazy twists and turns. So without spoiling anything I will give you a hint all of your questions from the three previous books will finally be answered and you'll be shocked but happy with the answers. Of course not everyone will get a happy ending but it'll leave you plenty satisfied. I found the writing to have a nice flow and it kept me more engaged than the previous books. The only thing I wish there was a little more of is Kale & Dez time but that could be just me as I'm a big sucker for anything romantic. Thank you Jus Accardo for such an amazing end to one of my favorite series!

This ARC was provided by Net Gallay in exchange for an honest review.

[Maddy Smith]

is that a title i spy ?? come on jus get your act together

[Ireversis]

I am eagerly and impatiently awaiting for it... TT

[Roulaherself]

I’ve been attached to this series for so long & it’s impossible to explain why but the story is great I also have no problem with the writing, It’s just one of those stories that settled into my life quietly & never left, I reread it yearly every November like a ritual & every time it still gives me that same familiar feeling.

I originally stopped after book three because the wait for this one turned into years.
I only found out recently that the final book came out during COVID, so I finally read it this week & Im great grateful it exists even if it was really weak according to the first 3, There was something satisfying about getting closure, about seeing where every character ended up

I’m heavily biased because this series is tied to my own growing up years, but the plot twists still hold up & the whole thing remains a perfect balance not too light, not too heavy, even though it deals with some genuinely intense moments.

For anyone looking for a series with fantasy, mystery, and comfort woven together, I’ll always recommend this one. It’s one of my all time favorites & probably always will be.

[BookHookup · Rating 5 out of 5]

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4.5 Stars! The author did a great job of helping me remember what I had clearly forgotten due to time, but she did so in a casual, smooth way that didn’t feel forced or like a data dump. As I immersed myself back in this world, all the emotions of Dez and Kale came flooding back and I remembered why I loved this series so much. All the adventure and excitement is still there and there’s a nice maturity to the characters. This story brings more mysteries to solve and more secrets to uncover and it's a series that you need to read from the beginning. In order to get the full emotional impact of all that happens you need to be invested in these characters like I was…you need to feel it deep down. The series is now complete so, for those of you who hate to wait, you’re in luck. You can follow Dez and Kale’s adventure, twists and turns, and romance from beginning to end and, trust me, you definitely should.

[Gabs]

Okay, so I've put off reading this series for YEARS.
I finally picked up Touch last summer after reading The Eternal Balance series (which was AMAZING and I would definitely recommend: Ruined) and thought the concept was interesting and the storyline was cool. That being said, it wasn't the greatest book I've read and finding out the series was on pause indefinitely? Aw hell nah.
I dropped the series like a hot potato. Now that I see the series is continuing... might pick it back up again idk.

[Gianinna Bianca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks for the ARC! Can’t believe I finally finished this series after years of waiting. Will try to make it as spoiler-free as possible.

There was too much going on in the book, too many side stories and new characters and reveals. You’ll def have to reread the first three books before going into this one. It’s not hard to follow but I felt that it took a lot of the focus away from Dez and Kale.

However, this book did not leave me wanting—Jus Accardo gave us an ending worthy of the series. Also, just want to say that Transcendent is noticeably better-written than the previous books. Will update this review once I gather my thoughts 😅

[Samm · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have waited for the sequel for so many years now and I still love the series to this day. Ive stayed up all night just to finish the book - that goes to how much I love the book and how I couldn’t put it down- and am only now just writing the review. The ending was satisfying to me and was really good. I just expected more of the ending and I just loved the previous books so much more than this very last one. I still love the series and it is one of my favourite books that I come back to and read. There were amazing twists that I didn’t see coming here and there. It is definitely a MUST READ.

[Isabella]

Wow. I can't believe this might actually release soon. This series was one of my first YA books with a romantic storyline, I remember reading Tremble and one of the girls told Dez that Kale was a screamer, I was so confused about that line, I had to ask a friend (she didn't get it either lol.) Now I'm thinking if this actually releases this year I can read it with a glass of wine like a grown up 😂

[Pamela · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have complicated feelings about this book. Initial thoughts after finishing it:

-The plot is a little convoluted (even Dez says it! But no, that doesn't make it okay)
-After all the build up of the relationship between Dez and Kale, I feel like this book doesn't really do it justice. I feel like their relationship takes a step back here, which is weird for a last book in a series where this is such an important part.
- The plot twists were pretty great!

[Ana · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Stars! I’ve been waiting a long, long time for this book. I started this series back in 2012 and, quite honestly, wasn’t sure I’d see this day. But I’m very glad it finally arrived. And, funny enough, I slipped right back into the Denazen world as if I’d been there just yesterday. The author did a great job of helping me remember what I had clearly forgotten due to time, but she did so in a casual, smooth way that didn’t feel forced or like a data dump. As I immersed myself back in this world, all the emotions of Dez and Kale came flooding back and I remembered why I loved this series so much.

All the adventure and excitement is still there and there’s a nice maturity to the characters. I enjoyed their interactions and banter and I loved that Dez still had emotional challenges to face…and big decisions to make. This story brings more mysteries to solve and more secrets to uncover but, what I enjoyed most was watching Dez and Kale work through what the world had thrown at them. The simplicity of first love that I first fell for has been complicated by circumstance and seeing them wade through that was both fun and emotional.

This is a series that you need to read from the beginning. In order to get the full emotional impact of all that happens you need to be invested in these characters like I was…you need to feel it deep down. The series is now complete so, for those of you who hate to wait, you’re in luck. You can follow Dez and Kale’s adventure, twists and turns, and romance from beginning to end and, trust me, you definitely should.

[Angelia · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a good book and worth the wait, but I do honestly think it could have used just a little bit more or even one more book. Certain plot elements were resolved from previous books as promised, but a couple more were introduced at the proverbial 5 minutes to midnight that seem rather pointless given this is supposed to be the final book. Still good and I enjoyed it, just a few odd plot points.