Couldn't put it down! Martin Cahill is a writer living in Queens who works as the Marketing and Publicity Manager for Erewhon Books. Start by marking “Become (Desolation Book 1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Well this comes down to execution for me. Read this book. It was awesome. The devil’s daughter wants nothing more than to stay in Hell, where it’s cold and lonely and totally predictable. Dutton.
Setting aside her heartbreak, Tressa ventur… It is such an amazing book and so well written. I was SO excited for this book to come out! “I know you’re hurting but you’re acting like a real bitch right now,” Leo spits at me. Which just means there is another book!!! Keeps them on their toes.”, I started this book yesterday and kept trying to put it down! I've seen the troll review and I don't think that could be more wrong. I knew this was RH and romance from the beginning, and I admit that neither are my favorite, but I was willing to give it a try for the paranormal aspects. Means story doesn’t end and I get to read more. I'm engaged to the love of my life that pushes my buttons like no other. This book was a perfect blend of humor, action, angst, lust, love, darkness and so much more! The Desolation Series: Book 1: Desolation Book 2: Into the Inferno Book 3: The Wolves Within (coming soon) Spinoffs: Ground Zero: A Desolation Novella (exclusive to newsletter subscribers) Read more. It’s only a 3 star but that’s far better than most angel books fair in my hands…There was some issues I had with it, but overall I found it to be a satisfying read. Note: I received this book from the author and I voluntarily give this review, it is my honest opinion. I loved it! It’s very well written and it’s like you are there right long side Lana and her 5 foster brothers! But that is really MOSTLY beside the point, and despite my aversion to all things Christianity-related when it comes to fiction, I was able to immensely enjoy this book. Lana, Ash, Hale, Zedd and the twins Luke and Leo. I am finally get a chance to write the review for BECOME and will be posting it soon. It does start a bit slow as she sets up the story and the world, but that is ok as it is all important. Particularly as it wasn't just Christianity but Norse myth as well that came into it. You'll have to read to find out. We're thrown into an intense novel about the battle between angels and demons. She brings a bad-ass main character to life in a fresh and exciting way. It's a roller coaster of emotion. I have to say I'm not hugely into angels and the teachings of the Bible, and this book obviously has a fair bit to do with both. It's an incredible tale of love and hope. I adored BECOME and I recommend it for anyone who enjoys good YA paranormal fiction. All of them had a hard childhood and lost their families at a very young age. Dragon blood. A phenomenal story of a girl who should, by all accounts, be a bad girl, but wants so desperately to be good. Caulder. Welcome back. This was so much fun to read. I’ve never read this author before, but on the recommendation from a friend, I decided to give this series by this author a try. That’s always good news to me. I really do hate the idea that people who really don't do things that are all that bad (i.e. About halfway through the book, things started to change, and they became darker. _____ Special Note From the Author: For the month of October 2014, I will donate $1.00 for every Desolation book sold in my new series Earth Evolution to BREAST CANCER AWARENESS. It is a modern fantasy RH novel. I do enjoy a bit of myth. And wow what an ending. Love the guys. I can’t wait to read the next book. Read Desolation Road - Christine Feehan Page 1 Book: new releases, popular Desolation Road - Christine Feehan Page 1 books and series novels best synthesized in readonlinefreenovel.com And her struggle with the “more than that” is the gist of the story in this first book of the Desolation series. I loved this! We’d love your help. Lana was fiesty and the guys were everything!!!! Sorry dear author. [1] The interrupted second storyline was illustrated by Danijel Zezelj and Villarrubia. So many lives lost. She has no one to comfort her from all her lovers; Her friends have all betrayed her, and become her enemies. Publisher: Ali Cross. The other reviews I've read have labeled this book a paranormal romance. So here we go. I might have not even finished it. You will laugh and at some parts you might cry. R.L. I generally steer away from fantasy because half of it is absolutely incredible, and the other half feels more like a description of powers and a new world more than the journey of the character - but I LOVED this book. And let's say right now that I'm writing my review, I'm still in shock. Become is not a normal book, not a normal YA book, and after I finished reading it I understood that it's much more complex and much more obscure than others of this genre. Desolation Row is told as a serial. Two hearts and two species. I wanted to read this book just based on the cover. Once a princess among the provinces, now a toiling slave. It held my interest the whole time. This is the a new series by debut author R.L. That each one was so profound… The author takes characters that should be impossible to sympathize with and makes you fall in love with them. There were a lot of convenient "plot pusher" details that just kept getting thrown in that really took away from what she had going if only it could have been executed differently somehow. The world they live in is full of natural disasters. Lana the main character had me laughing at some points and sometimes wanted me to smack her in back of head. Made it about 75 pages. 3/5 Compasses – Pretty Good. If a girl with such darkness in her life, can find a way to do good, then there's hope for the rest. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. The boys finally pull their head out of the sand and work together to tell Lana that they all love her. Desolation (Desi) is a compelling character--exactly the kind of girl I want to read about. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. It starts out with Lana in her past life losing her mates, due to a battle. Desolation is the first book in this series. Digory felt at once that it was also older than ours: a sun near the end of its life, weary of looking down upon that world. And her struggle with the “more than that” is the gist of the story in this first book of the Desolation series. But, Very good start to new series. The abomination of desolation is mentioned three times in the book of Daniel: It starts out with Lana in … Perhaps because so much info was thrown forward quickly in an effort to reach the climax. Think of each book as an episode in your favorite Netflix … I was intrigued at first, though I found the Norse variation on Heaven/Hell jarring. We are the sum of our love and perseverance through the trials along our journey.". 2 (Bad Ass Dame) Hitch on B.A.D. Well, the Bible stuff isn't really that obvious but there's just a lot about sin and all that. Her characters are rich and layered - my favorite was Lucy, who simply jumped off the page. Art for the first six-issue storyline was provided by J.H. Damnation (book 3) – Escaping the realm of the dead comes at a devastating price. Tor, $26.99 (496p) ISBN 978-1-250-18646-1 More By and About This Author Martine spins a dizzying, exhilarating … She makes friends with Mera (a human) and Michael (an angel). 0 0 0 Summary The devil's daughter wants nothing more than to stay in Hell, where it's cold and lonely and totally predictable. WHERE DO I EVEN START!? But, she is more than that. The beginning was well-written, and it was a sweet romance, but I was hoping for more action (the non-sex kind! All the characters are unique in their own way. ONE OF THE BEST books I have ever read!!! Which just means there is another book!!! To see what your friends thought of this book. If a girl with such darkness in her life, can find a way to do good, then there's hope for the rest of us. She was a really good MC. and paranormal. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. You will laugh and at some parts you might cry. The author has made a fan for life of me. It is edgy and risky. An angel-type book that I didn’t immediately want to depose of after I finished it, amazing! We’d love your help. Very good start to new series. I just...I need one more second to process. Desolation is the first book in this series. Ali Cross is an immensely talented writer. "Remember that we are not the sum of our demons and our past. Refresh and try again. BECOME by Ali Cross is a page-turning debut! Lana has been in love with the boys for years. Desolation. Omg twins. The Desolation Series: Book 1: Desolation Book 2: Into the Inferno Book 3: The Wolves Within Book 4: As Darkness Falls Book 5: Night Before Dawn (coming soon) Spinoffs: Ground Zero: A Desolation Novella (exclusive to newsletter subscribers) Read more. Become (Desolation #1) by Ali Cross is one of the reasons I love books by Indie Authors. The abomination of desolation is a prophetic event found in the book of Daniel (Daniel 12:11) and referred to by Jesus Christ (Matthew 24:15). Desolation Black, Satan's daughter, comes to earth and enrolls in a local school. Literally. I was completely swept away and utterly surprised at how much I enjoyed this story. I get that it's the devil's daughter as the main character, maybe it's just me, but I don't need to read it. A great read. I have a ginger cat named "meowmeow" and a staffordshire pit bull named "Winrey". And the end - ouch! Some people fall in love. Yes I am one of those who don't like reading signed copies. Finished to finish and see what happened. Love the guys. This is definitely NOT your typical angel/demon story. Definitely recommend reading this one. MORMON 1:69 [3:5]: And it came to pass that I did cause my people that they should gather themselves together at the land Desolation, to a city which was in the borders, by the narrow pass which led into the land southward. Being raised in Hell and surrounded by demons her whole life, that is what Desi associates herself with, even though she hides her “spark” from her father and Akaros, her trainer. The boys finally pull their head out of the sand and work together to tell Lana that they all love her. I try not to be to harsh or negative, too much descriptive violence and immorality. I need more now. Be the first to ask a question about Desolation. I'm engaged to the love of my life that pushes my buttons like no other. “I was through with sleep. Lucifer's daughter, Desolation, is our protagonist and against her wishes, she's being sent back to earth Where there are teenagers and people with… feelings. Abomination of Desolation has had many theological interpretations. I have to say I'm not hugely into angels and the teachings of the Bible, and this book obviously has a fair bit to do with both. Fun story and I love the references to all the Norse gods and Asgard/Ragnarok. I was excited to keep reading so that I could find out why would happen next. This fae paranormal romance was impressive. More of a 2.5 the biggest reason why I couldn't get into this book is because for the whole book I was confused until the end where the things I was confused about that didn't make sense finally started to make sense, and I would have enjoyed this book more if things were cleared up sooner as by the time things were cleared up I was so frustrated that I couldn't deal. And the boys...oooohhhhh the boys!!! Someone with internal as well as external conflicts that must be overcome. I highly recommend this book! Extremely engaging, powerful fantasy adventure focused on the struggle between light and dark. And wow what an ending. What a first book! LOL!) Literally. There's lots of hijinx and angels and demons in the story. Though the book touches on a variety of difficult (and potentially triggering) topics, Caulder handles those subjects with just the right touch of deftness, skill, and a healthy dose of levity that makes Desolation un-put-downable. Lana has been in love with the boys for years. But as the story progressed, it felt as if it lost some of the emotional weight that allowed me to identify with Desi and the other characters, and by the end I was much less invested in the characters and their fates. You're a cool cat if you know where we got the dog's name from. Suffice it to say that I LOVED the book. The Chaos of Chinatown is the first episode in the exciting Desolation Row series. LOL!) Sixteen-year-old Desolation Black is an expert at keeping her emotions locked down tight. As a result, they abandoned one of their ten (i.e., Taln). It was awesome. In all biblical uses, the term can be understood as the "abomination causing the desolation." I think that covers the typical first date questions. Refresh and try again. And at the end, Desolation has to make an agonizing decision. BECOME provides a clean romance and an intriguing storyline, with a protagonist who is equally complex. #2: “Low down and near the horizon hung a great, red sun, far bigger than our sun. Wow! The world doesn’t revolve around you. Not really lost in the book, but enjoy reading the book when I have time – after I finish other social work activities. Not my thing. I knew this was RH and romance from the beginning, and I admit that neither are my favorite, but I was willing to give it a try for the paranormal aspects. Overall I'm really sad that I don't enjoy this book as I was excited by the premise. The Magio Order in decay. The moral ambiguity of her main character provides a satisfying tale of personal growth. BECOME provides a clean romance and an intriguing storyline, with a protagonist who is equally complex. And that was just the beginning. She who was great among the nations is now like a widow. I wanted her to be my best friend! The main character Desolation Black (Desi) is the devil’s daughter. Not lost at all. When long buried secrets and the past come to light can they work together to save each other and the world? I really loved this book. Book Reviews ‘The Desolation of Devil’s Acre’ review: Ransom Riggs gives a satisfying ending to his ‘peculiar’ series Abby Petree February 23, 2021. Ali's writing is simple yet effective, without any overly-flowery descriptions, and she conveys emotion well through both exposition and dialogue. I first decided to read this novel because I loved the premise and the cover. It’s such a rare occurrence I feared I’d never find another one again, but here it is. To see what your friends thought of this book. Greater forces are at play and Lana's 21st birthday is the trigger. Become (Desolation #1) by Ali Cross is one of the reasons I love books by Indie Authors. Six kids brought together by fate. Written in multi POV, we catch glimpses into their minds and motivations behind their actions. 2/5 Compasses – It was okay. Jack Kerouac writes many books that are autobiographical with thinly veiled references to famous cohorts such as Alan Ginsberg, Neal Cassady and William Burroughs. Something wickedly dark about all of it. I am so happy I finally decided to read Become. Though it has historical fulfillments, there is also a future fulfillment when daily sacrifices will be offered in Jerusalem and then cut off and replaced by some sort of blasphemous display. Can you believe it? The sun’s barrage continues today effectively bringing humanity back to a new Stone Age. Err...not sure how much of an intro you guys are looking for..I don't like long walks on the beach, I'm a Gemini, and my favorite color is teal. It is edgy and risky. Desolation Angels follows the same pattern, detailing the rise of the poets of the Beat Generation. Lana the main character had me laughing at some points and sometimes wanted me to smack her in back of head. They’re his brothers, his family—his everything. Fine. Desolation; Release date 30 January 2017 Members: Yes Level 99 Book Ancient Curses: Drain rate 400 points per minute (1 point per 0.15 seconds) Effect +12 levels (for accuracy) +12% damage +12 levels (for armour) Drains enemy -6 to -10 levels (for accuracy)-8 to -12 enemy levels (for armour)-9% to -15% enemy damage (PvM) But, she is more than that. And some people fall in love with books about falling in love. About Desolation Road. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of. The story of Desolation Black and her trials as a normal teen, while trying to please her father (AKA: Satan) not only kept me on the edge of my seat, but left me questioning how I see the world. Not just the average YA novel with angels and demons, we're talking the devil's daughter here. Luckily for them, I have multiple. I love all the jokes, sarcasm and witty banter between them all. Despite the darkness of its title, Desolation is a truly delightful and well-rounded debut novel from R.L. 2 (Bad Ass Dame) WarGoat on Only at Northern Town (Star of the Garden Book 1) Top Posts & Pages. “Oh, so now I’m a bitch?” “Yeah, right now? Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. I can’t wait to read the next book. Stayed up most of the night just to finish. I really like this writing style because it lets me know what the characters are thinking and feeling. This was my first by this author and I am very happy that I have book 2 already to jump right into. I loved it! She was a really good MC. Tressa's army won the battle, but at a terrible cost. What happens when one of their own has something buried deep inside that can tip the scales in their fight of good versus evil? I wanted to know more. I really enjoyed this book. Desolation is a fabulous introduction to a new world filled with amazing characters and their journey to save a world they weren't even aware of. I really do hate the idea that people who really don't do things that are all that bad (i.e. This was so much fun t. I started this book yesterday and kept trying to put it down! Although she is Lucifer’s biological daughter, her mother is not a demon. One of the undisputedly good things about modern scholarship is that women’s history is finally getting its due.... "Friends are like condoms. Sent to Earth by her father, she makes some unexpected friends, has visions of a past she didn't know she had, and discovers how to release the secret spark of light inside herself. Life as t. Six kids brought together by fate. A phenomenal story of a girl who should, by all accounts, be a bad girl, but wants so desperately to be good. Ending is yes a cliffhanger. She thinks that having this “spark” is a weakness. Start by marking “Desolation (Darkness Rising, #1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. The copy I bought from an auction was signed so it stayed on my shelf for a long time until I finally decided to deal and read. I’m honestly in love with Lana and can’t wait for book 2! The author has some great plot points, and an interesting story line here but for me personally, didn't quite get it executed well. BECOME is so good! It is a modern fantasy RH novel. Ali Cross weaves a fantastic tale, steeped in Mythology. She was awesome. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of. I’ve never read this author before, but on the recommendation from a friend, I decided to give this series by this author a try. But I did. From the depths of Helheim to the lofts of Asgard, this novel propels us on a breathtaking journey of self-sacrifice and redemption. I have not physically cried while reading a book since high school and this book had me in fully blown tears. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a Page. She weeps incessantly in the night, her cheeks damp with tears. An Outbreak story by Mik. They must both overcome terrible odds to find love in desolation. Ali Cross is an immensely talented writer. About halfway through the book, things started to change, and they became darker, and the book had a more paranormal romance/urban fantasy element, my favorite.
Setting aside her heartbreak, Tressa ventur… It is such an amazing book and so well written. I was SO excited for this book to come out! “I know you’re hurting but you’re acting like a real bitch right now,” Leo spits at me. Which just means there is another book!!! Keeps them on their toes.”, I started this book yesterday and kept trying to put it down! I've seen the troll review and I don't think that could be more wrong. I knew this was RH and romance from the beginning, and I admit that neither are my favorite, but I was willing to give it a try for the paranormal aspects. Means story doesn’t end and I get to read more. I'm engaged to the love of my life that pushes my buttons like no other. This book was a perfect blend of humor, action, angst, lust, love, darkness and so much more! The Desolation Series: Book 1: Desolation Book 2: Into the Inferno Book 3: The Wolves Within (coming soon) Spinoffs: Ground Zero: A Desolation Novella (exclusive to newsletter subscribers) Read more. It’s only a 3 star but that’s far better than most angel books fair in my hands…There was some issues I had with it, but overall I found it to be a satisfying read. Note: I received this book from the author and I voluntarily give this review, it is my honest opinion. I loved it! It’s very well written and it’s like you are there right long side Lana and her 5 foster brothers! But that is really MOSTLY beside the point, and despite my aversion to all things Christianity-related when it comes to fiction, I was able to immensely enjoy this book. Lana, Ash, Hale, Zedd and the twins Luke and Leo. I am finally get a chance to write the review for BECOME and will be posting it soon. It does start a bit slow as she sets up the story and the world, but that is ok as it is all important. Particularly as it wasn't just Christianity but Norse myth as well that came into it. You'll have to read to find out. We're thrown into an intense novel about the battle between angels and demons. She brings a bad-ass main character to life in a fresh and exciting way. It's a roller coaster of emotion. I have to say I'm not hugely into angels and the teachings of the Bible, and this book obviously has a fair bit to do with both. It's an incredible tale of love and hope. I adored BECOME and I recommend it for anyone who enjoys good YA paranormal fiction. All of them had a hard childhood and lost their families at a very young age. Dragon blood. A phenomenal story of a girl who should, by all accounts, be a bad girl, but wants so desperately to be good. Caulder. Welcome back. This was so much fun to read. I’ve never read this author before, but on the recommendation from a friend, I decided to give this series by this author a try. That’s always good news to me. I really do hate the idea that people who really don't do things that are all that bad (i.e. About halfway through the book, things started to change, and they became darker. _____ Special Note From the Author: For the month of October 2014, I will donate $1.00 for every Desolation book sold in my new series Earth Evolution to BREAST CANCER AWARENESS. It is a modern fantasy RH novel. I do enjoy a bit of myth. And wow what an ending. Love the guys. I can’t wait to read the next book. Read Desolation Road - Christine Feehan Page 1 Book: new releases, popular Desolation Road - Christine Feehan Page 1 books and series novels best synthesized in readonlinefreenovel.com And her struggle with the “more than that” is the gist of the story in this first book of the Desolation series. I loved this! We’d love your help. Lana was fiesty and the guys were everything!!!! Sorry dear author. [1] The interrupted second storyline was illustrated by Danijel Zezelj and Villarrubia. So many lives lost. She has no one to comfort her from all her lovers; Her friends have all betrayed her, and become her enemies. Publisher: Ali Cross. The other reviews I've read have labeled this book a paranormal romance. So here we go. I might have not even finished it. You will laugh and at some parts you might cry. R.L. I generally steer away from fantasy because half of it is absolutely incredible, and the other half feels more like a description of powers and a new world more than the journey of the character - but I LOVED this book. And let's say right now that I'm writing my review, I'm still in shock. Become is not a normal book, not a normal YA book, and after I finished reading it I understood that it's much more complex and much more obscure than others of this genre. Desolation Row is told as a serial. Two hearts and two species. I wanted to read this book just based on the cover. Once a princess among the provinces, now a toiling slave. It held my interest the whole time. This is the a new series by debut author R.L. That each one was so profound… The author takes characters that should be impossible to sympathize with and makes you fall in love with them. There were a lot of convenient "plot pusher" details that just kept getting thrown in that really took away from what she had going if only it could have been executed differently somehow. The world they live in is full of natural disasters. Lana the main character had me laughing at some points and sometimes wanted me to smack her in back of head. Made it about 75 pages. 3/5 Compasses – Pretty Good. If a girl with such darkness in her life, can find a way to do good, then there's hope for the rest. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. The boys finally pull their head out of the sand and work together to tell Lana that they all love her. Desolation (Desi) is a compelling character--exactly the kind of girl I want to read about. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. It starts out with Lana in her past life losing her mates, due to a battle. Desolation is the first book in this series. Digory felt at once that it was also older than ours: a sun near the end of its life, weary of looking down upon that world. And her struggle with the “more than that” is the gist of the story in this first book of the Desolation series. But, Very good start to new series. The abomination of desolation is mentioned three times in the book of Daniel: It starts out with Lana in … Perhaps because so much info was thrown forward quickly in an effort to reach the climax. Think of each book as an episode in your favorite Netflix … I was intrigued at first, though I found the Norse variation on Heaven/Hell jarring. We are the sum of our love and perseverance through the trials along our journey.". 2 (Bad Ass Dame) Hitch on B.A.D. Well, the Bible stuff isn't really that obvious but there's just a lot about sin and all that. Her characters are rich and layered - my favorite was Lucy, who simply jumped off the page. Art for the first six-issue storyline was provided by J.H. Damnation (book 3) – Escaping the realm of the dead comes at a devastating price. Tor, $26.99 (496p) ISBN 978-1-250-18646-1 More By and About This Author Martine spins a dizzying, exhilarating … She makes friends with Mera (a human) and Michael (an angel). 0 0 0 Summary The devil's daughter wants nothing more than to stay in Hell, where it's cold and lonely and totally predictable. WHERE DO I EVEN START!? But, she is more than that. The beginning was well-written, and it was a sweet romance, but I was hoping for more action (the non-sex kind! All the characters are unique in their own way. ONE OF THE BEST books I have ever read!!! Which just means there is another book!!! To see what your friends thought of this book. If a girl with such darkness in her life, can find a way to do good, then there's hope for the rest of us. She was a really good MC. and paranormal. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. You will laugh and at some parts you might cry. The author has made a fan for life of me. It is edgy and risky. An angel-type book that I didn’t immediately want to depose of after I finished it, amazing! We’d love your help. Very good start to new series. I just...I need one more second to process. Desolation is the first book in this series. Ali Cross is an immensely talented writer. "Remember that we are not the sum of our demons and our past. Refresh and try again. BECOME by Ali Cross is a page-turning debut! Lana has been in love with the boys for years. Desolation. Omg twins. The Desolation Series: Book 1: Desolation Book 2: Into the Inferno Book 3: The Wolves Within Book 4: As Darkness Falls Book 5: Night Before Dawn (coming soon) Spinoffs: Ground Zero: A Desolation Novella (exclusive to newsletter subscribers) Read more. Become (Desolation #1) by Ali Cross is one of the reasons I love books by Indie Authors. The abomination of desolation is a prophetic event found in the book of Daniel (Daniel 12:11) and referred to by Jesus Christ (Matthew 24:15). Desolation Black, Satan's daughter, comes to earth and enrolls in a local school. Literally. I was completely swept away and utterly surprised at how much I enjoyed this story. I get that it's the devil's daughter as the main character, maybe it's just me, but I don't need to read it. A great read. I have a ginger cat named "meowmeow" and a staffordshire pit bull named "Winrey". And the end - ouch! Some people fall in love. Yes I am one of those who don't like reading signed copies. Finished to finish and see what happened. Love the guys. This is definitely NOT your typical angel/demon story. Definitely recommend reading this one. MORMON 1:69 [3:5]: And it came to pass that I did cause my people that they should gather themselves together at the land Desolation, to a city which was in the borders, by the narrow pass which led into the land southward. Being raised in Hell and surrounded by demons her whole life, that is what Desi associates herself with, even though she hides her “spark” from her father and Akaros, her trainer. The boys finally pull their head out of the sand and work together to tell Lana that they all love her. I try not to be to harsh or negative, too much descriptive violence and immorality. I need more now. Be the first to ask a question about Desolation. I'm engaged to the love of my life that pushes my buttons like no other. “I was through with sleep. Lucifer's daughter, Desolation, is our protagonist and against her wishes, she's being sent back to earth Where there are teenagers and people with… feelings. Abomination of Desolation has had many theological interpretations. I have to say I'm not hugely into angels and the teachings of the Bible, and this book obviously has a fair bit to do with both. Fun story and I love the references to all the Norse gods and Asgard/Ragnarok. I was excited to keep reading so that I could find out why would happen next. This fae paranormal romance was impressive. More of a 2.5 the biggest reason why I couldn't get into this book is because for the whole book I was confused until the end where the things I was confused about that didn't make sense finally started to make sense, and I would have enjoyed this book more if things were cleared up sooner as by the time things were cleared up I was so frustrated that I couldn't deal. And the boys...oooohhhhh the boys!!! Someone with internal as well as external conflicts that must be overcome. I highly recommend this book! Extremely engaging, powerful fantasy adventure focused on the struggle between light and dark. And wow what an ending. What a first book! LOL!) Literally. There's lots of hijinx and angels and demons in the story. Though the book touches on a variety of difficult (and potentially triggering) topics, Caulder handles those subjects with just the right touch of deftness, skill, and a healthy dose of levity that makes Desolation un-put-downable. Lana has been in love with the boys for years. But as the story progressed, it felt as if it lost some of the emotional weight that allowed me to identify with Desi and the other characters, and by the end I was much less invested in the characters and their fates. You're a cool cat if you know where we got the dog's name from. Suffice it to say that I LOVED the book. The Chaos of Chinatown is the first episode in the exciting Desolation Row series. LOL!) Sixteen-year-old Desolation Black is an expert at keeping her emotions locked down tight. As a result, they abandoned one of their ten (i.e., Taln). It was awesome. In all biblical uses, the term can be understood as the "abomination causing the desolation." I think that covers the typical first date questions. Refresh and try again. And at the end, Desolation has to make an agonizing decision. BECOME provides a clean romance and an intriguing storyline, with a protagonist who is equally complex. #2: “Low down and near the horizon hung a great, red sun, far bigger than our sun. Wow! The world doesn’t revolve around you. Not really lost in the book, but enjoy reading the book when I have time – after I finish other social work activities. Not my thing. I knew this was RH and romance from the beginning, and I admit that neither are my favorite, but I was willing to give it a try for the paranormal aspects. Overall I'm really sad that I don't enjoy this book as I was excited by the premise. The Magio Order in decay. The moral ambiguity of her main character provides a satisfying tale of personal growth. BECOME provides a clean romance and an intriguing storyline, with a protagonist who is equally complex. And that was just the beginning. She who was great among the nations is now like a widow. I wanted her to be my best friend! The main character Desolation Black (Desi) is the devil’s daughter. Not lost at all. When long buried secrets and the past come to light can they work together to save each other and the world? I really loved this book. Book Reviews ‘The Desolation of Devil’s Acre’ review: Ransom Riggs gives a satisfying ending to his ‘peculiar’ series Abby Petree February 23, 2021. Ali's writing is simple yet effective, without any overly-flowery descriptions, and she conveys emotion well through both exposition and dialogue. I first decided to read this novel because I loved the premise and the cover. It’s such a rare occurrence I feared I’d never find another one again, but here it is. To see what your friends thought of this book. Greater forces are at play and Lana's 21st birthday is the trigger. Become (Desolation #1) by Ali Cross is one of the reasons I love books by Indie Authors. Six kids brought together by fate. Written in multi POV, we catch glimpses into their minds and motivations behind their actions. 2/5 Compasses – It was okay. Jack Kerouac writes many books that are autobiographical with thinly veiled references to famous cohorts such as Alan Ginsberg, Neal Cassady and William Burroughs. Something wickedly dark about all of it. I am so happy I finally decided to read Become. Though it has historical fulfillments, there is also a future fulfillment when daily sacrifices will be offered in Jerusalem and then cut off and replaced by some sort of blasphemous display. Can you believe it? The sun’s barrage continues today effectively bringing humanity back to a new Stone Age. Err...not sure how much of an intro you guys are looking for..I don't like long walks on the beach, I'm a Gemini, and my favorite color is teal. It is edgy and risky. Desolation Angels follows the same pattern, detailing the rise of the poets of the Beat Generation. Lana the main character had me laughing at some points and sometimes wanted me to smack her in back of head. They’re his brothers, his family—his everything. Fine. Desolation; Release date 30 January 2017 Members: Yes Level 99 Book Ancient Curses: Drain rate 400 points per minute (1 point per 0.15 seconds) Effect +12 levels (for accuracy) +12% damage +12 levels (for armour) Drains enemy -6 to -10 levels (for accuracy)-8 to -12 enemy levels (for armour)-9% to -15% enemy damage (PvM) But, she is more than that. And some people fall in love with books about falling in love. About Desolation Road. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of. The story of Desolation Black and her trials as a normal teen, while trying to please her father (AKA: Satan) not only kept me on the edge of my seat, but left me questioning how I see the world. Not just the average YA novel with angels and demons, we're talking the devil's daughter here. Luckily for them, I have multiple. I love all the jokes, sarcasm and witty banter between them all. Despite the darkness of its title, Desolation is a truly delightful and well-rounded debut novel from R.L. 2 (Bad Ass Dame) WarGoat on Only at Northern Town (Star of the Garden Book 1) Top Posts & Pages. “Oh, so now I’m a bitch?” “Yeah, right now? Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. I can’t wait to read the next book. Stayed up most of the night just to finish. I really like this writing style because it lets me know what the characters are thinking and feeling. This was my first by this author and I am very happy that I have book 2 already to jump right into. I loved it! She was a really good MC. Tressa's army won the battle, but at a terrible cost. What happens when one of their own has something buried deep inside that can tip the scales in their fight of good versus evil? I wanted to know more. I really enjoyed this book. Desolation is a fabulous introduction to a new world filled with amazing characters and their journey to save a world they weren't even aware of. I really do hate the idea that people who really don't do things that are all that bad (i.e. This was so much fun t. I started this book yesterday and kept trying to put it down! Although she is Lucifer’s biological daughter, her mother is not a demon. One of the undisputedly good things about modern scholarship is that women’s history is finally getting its due.... "Friends are like condoms. Sent to Earth by her father, she makes some unexpected friends, has visions of a past she didn't know she had, and discovers how to release the secret spark of light inside herself. Life as t. Six kids brought together by fate. A phenomenal story of a girl who should, by all accounts, be a bad girl, but wants so desperately to be good. Ending is yes a cliffhanger. She thinks that having this “spark” is a weakness. Start by marking “Desolation (Darkness Rising, #1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. The copy I bought from an auction was signed so it stayed on my shelf for a long time until I finally decided to deal and read. I’m honestly in love with Lana and can’t wait for book 2! The author has some great plot points, and an interesting story line here but for me personally, didn't quite get it executed well. BECOME is so good! It is a modern fantasy RH novel. Ali Cross weaves a fantastic tale, steeped in Mythology. She was awesome. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of. I’ve never read this author before, but on the recommendation from a friend, I decided to give this series by this author a try. But I did. From the depths of Helheim to the lofts of Asgard, this novel propels us on a breathtaking journey of self-sacrifice and redemption. I have not physically cried while reading a book since high school and this book had me in fully blown tears. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a Page. She weeps incessantly in the night, her cheeks damp with tears. An Outbreak story by Mik. They must both overcome terrible odds to find love in desolation. Ali Cross is an immensely talented writer. About halfway through the book, things started to change, and they became darker, and the book had a more paranormal romance/urban fantasy element, my favorite.