tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post856399184437657221..comments2024-03-02T14:54:21.802-05:00Comments on The happily ever after . . .: REVIEW: Veil of Midnight by Lara AdrianChristinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-3353973160366129062009-01-07T17:57:00.000-05:002009-01-07T17:57:00.000-05:00Thank you Christine! I've only read Kiss of Midnig...Thank you Christine! I've only read Kiss of Midnight, but I have to say I am now feeling mighty tempted to pick Kiss of Crimson up...even though my TBR pile is screaming at me :)<BR/><BR/>I like the idea of a consistent progression and, as Kati put it, a slowly unfolding plan with breadcrumbs :)<BR/><BR/>Oh, and I don't think this is a spoiler as it was in KOM, but does Lucan's brother pop up again? Weirdly, I quite liked him....and yes, I'm worried about that!oranniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14007355589161084262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-80528441996272264162009-01-07T15:44:00.000-05:002009-01-07T15:44:00.000-05:00I just finished it this morning before work and it...I just finished it this morning before work and it was great. You're review is wonderful, Christine, and a a great seller for the series IMO. Renata is definitely the driving force behind this novel. Niko wasn't really on my radar in the previous books but we got to know him a little more in this book and I really liked him. Hearing his background was heart wrenching!<BR/><BR/>I can't wait for the next book. Andreas' story should be fabulous!Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05320961506471746567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-35914184660547742892009-01-07T14:30:00.000-05:002009-01-07T14:30:00.000-05:00I ahven't read any of Ms. Adrian's books. But your...I ahven't read any of Ms. Adrian's books. But your review make this story sound very appealing, Christine! <BR/><BR/>I hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-80246824735797018882009-01-07T10:48:00.000-05:002009-01-07T10:48:00.000-05:00Lea :: Excellent. I'm coming over to check out you...Lea :: Excellent. I'm coming over to check out your review and compare notes! <BR/><BR/><I>Ashes of Midnight</I> can't come soon enough! <BR/><BR/>Sarai :: I hope you love <I>Veil of Midnight</I>, too! Sorry to inform you, though... Chase doesn't have much of a role in this one. I'm afraid you're going to have to sit tight for awhile until his book. <BR/><BR/>KB :: As always with a Midnight Breed book, the intimacy between the couple is perfectly paced and sensual. <BR/><BR/>Brie :: Like any series, I guess this one is a hit or miss for many readers. No pressure. ;) <BR/><BR/>Tracy :: Did you finish yet? Looking forward to your thoughts. <BR/><BR/>Lady of the Review :: Lara most certainly has left us with a bit of a cliffhanger for <I>Ashes of Midnight</I>! Lots of interesting scenarios to look forward to. I love the anticipation! <BR/><BR/>Glad you like my review. ;) <BR/><BR/>Taja :: Another Midnight Breed fan! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on this one, too!Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-62475653409087303702009-01-07T10:47:00.000-05:002009-01-07T10:47:00.000-05:00Jace :: I admit that I was fairly neutral about Ni...Jace :: I admit that I was fairly neutral about Nikolai's character preceding <I>Veil of Midnight</I> too, and honestly, he wasn't necessarily the driving force behind my love of this novel. Renata was the driving force. Her character traits, her determination to protect the child, her precarious position within the world of the villains, and the way she and Niko came together and the way they complimented each other. Plus the politics of the world got a lot more complex and intriguing. And if you're the least bit interested in Andreas Reichen, you should really read this book and the next one! <BR/><BR/>Did I sell you on it, or what? <BR/><BR/>Renee :: I understand what you mean. The books don't necessarily blow me away either, but I do love each romance, and the writing and world building is consistent and intelligent, so I always come back for more and am never disappointed. I hope you do decide to give them a try again. <I>Midnight Awakening</I> was really intense--I loved it. <BR/><BR/>Sayuri :: Oh, I hope you like <I>Veil of Midnight</I> as much as I did. The world is getting really complex and multilayered now. And the romance parts are always so good! I love the way Lara Adrian puts her heroines on the same level as the heroes. They're all so smart and independent. I love that. <BR/><BR/>Amy C :: I know!! Reichen's book is going to be very interesting--I can't wait! <BR/><BR/>Kati :: EXACTLY! Lara's writing is consistent and intelligent. I really love the way each novel has it's own unique conflicts, yet they're all connected in ways that support the consistency of the world building. It makes the world all the more believable and keeps me coming back for more.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-19975449242243644302009-01-07T04:29:00.000-05:002009-01-07T04:29:00.000-05:00Great review, Christine! It's good to know you lik...Great review, Christine! It's good to know you liked it.<BR/><BR/>I really look forward to reading this novel so I have nothing further to say except that I like this series for its consistency and because I have the impression that there is a plan behind it all; well that, and that the thing about Andreas sounds intriguing. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-40756868178483350452009-01-07T01:47:00.000-05:002009-01-07T01:47:00.000-05:00Andreas' story killed me. I can't wait to read hi...Andreas' story killed me. I can't wait to read his story to see what happens.<BR/><BR/>And that twist? At the end? *no spoilers* I wonder how on earth that's going to all work out? Hmm. <BR/><BR/>Excellent review, as always. :)Lady of the Reviewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13718827496227106286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-73592384255160828212009-01-06T14:16:00.000-05:002009-01-06T14:16:00.000-05:00I'm in the middle of reading this right now so I'l...I'm in the middle of reading this right now so I'll have to come back to the review because I don't want any info! lol Glad you liked it though. I'm loving it so far.Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05320961506471746567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-78901232107905735692009-01-06T14:03:00.000-05:002009-01-06T14:03:00.000-05:00Thanks for the review, Christine.I haven't gotten ...Thanks for the review, Christine.<BR/><BR/>I haven't gotten completely into this series, there have been some hits and misses for me. I stopped at Midnight Awakening, but your review makes it seem like going forward with the series is worth it.Briehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13303100605089813253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-61652390925757255512009-01-06T13:34:00.000-05:002009-01-06T13:34:00.000-05:00Wow this sounds like a great read! Lots of sex als...Wow this sounds like a great read! Lots of sex also?KT Granthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15958121742156171756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-35729528506339757882009-01-06T13:00:00.000-05:002009-01-06T13:00:00.000-05:00OMG I must read. i just need to find the time.PS t...OMG I must read. i just need to find the time.<BR/><BR/>PS thanks for the help I appreciate it and so does the blog!Saraihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00203551997160640352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-17130862150477315552009-01-06T09:32:00.000-05:002009-01-06T09:32:00.000-05:00Hi Christine: Great review and synopsis. I thoroug...Hi Christine: <BR/><BR/>Great review and synopsis. I thoroughly enjoyed Veil of Midnight too and actually reviewed it this past weekend. <BR/><BR/>I am so looking forward to "Ashes of Midnight". <BR/><BR/>All the best to you.Leahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11521584458356470972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-76472262869474593212009-01-06T08:41:00.000-05:002009-01-06T08:41:00.000-05:00...in this consistently written paranormal action ...<B>...in this consistently written paranormal action romance series by author Lara Adrian.</B><BR/><BR/>THIS is exactly why I love the Adrian books. Consistency. <BR/><BR/>Plus, doesn't it feel, Christine as the books go on that she's had a major plan all the way through and has been leading us there slowly? I feel like the first two kind of dealt with one topic, but then the larger plot is very slowly and methodically being uncovered and she's leaving us little breadcrumbs along the way that we're supposed to figure out. Of course, I'm one of those who solved The Sixth Sense at the exact moment the director wanted me to, so I'm clueless. LOL!<BR/><BR/>But I do love this series. It's my favorite vampire series and IMO, the best written. I do love Andreas and can't wait for his book too!Katihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08178354927628992485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-18226835621154574962009-01-06T07:06:00.000-05:002009-01-06T07:06:00.000-05:00I enjoyed Veil of Midnight. I'm not usually over-e...I enjoyed Veil of Midnight. I'm not usually over-eager to get the next book but after what happened with Reichen, I really want his book!Amy Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12832983748006739171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-30903494021921963152009-01-06T06:13:00.000-05:002009-01-06T06:13:00.000-05:00Ohh, I didn't read your review cause I want to lov...Ohh, I didn't read your review cause I want to love every second of reading this book ad didn't want to be spoiled but I did look at the grade and I am mucho excited to get into this book. Arghhh I hate international shipping!<BR/><BR/>It seems to have gotten great reviews from everyone.Sayurihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02387415207854067847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-1246936595757107572009-01-06T02:57:00.000-05:002009-01-06T02:57:00.000-05:00Hi Christine!Hmm...I stopped reading the series af...Hi Christine!<BR/>Hmm...I stopped reading the series after book 2. They were good, but didn't blow me away. So, while I didn't decide <I>not</I> to ready any more in the series, I never actually picked up book 3.<BR/>Your "A" grade for <I>Midnight Awakening</I> and A- for <I>Veil</I> make me want to pick the series back up!Reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026384330126049496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-42014785972366206572009-01-06T02:25:00.000-05:002009-01-06T02:25:00.000-05:00Cool review, Christine. :-D I wasn't going to con...Cool review, Christine. :-D I wasn't going to continue with this series as Niko wasn't interesting in the last book ... but your and other reviews whipped up my interest so I guess I'll be getting this one after all. :-)<BR/><BR/><B>Midnight Awakening</B> is my favourite in this series too. :-D<BR/><BR/>Now, Andreas IS intriguing. I want to find out more about him.<BR/><BR/>For me, the one most intriguing element that's running in this series is the Ancient. Horrific as he may be, I can't help feeling sorry for how he was used in the last book. I hope to find out more about him too. :-)Jacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13028385307133861760noreply@blogger.com