Laurel hasn't seen Tamani since she begged him to let her go last year. Though her heart still aches, Laurel is confident that David was the right choice.
But just as life is returning to normal, Laurel discovers that a hidden enemy lies in wait. Once again, Laurel must turn to Tamani to protect and guide her, for the danger that now threatens Avalon is one that no faerie thought would ever be possible. And for the first time, Laurel cannot be sure that her side will prevail.
I thought this was a trilogy. I really enjoyed this but obviously there is a 4th book since it ended on a cliff hanger. I was thinking I'd have a series crossed off my to read list but looks like I'll be waiting another year for the 4th book.
There were several plot points that surprised me and Aprilynne did a great job of keeping me guessing where the story was heading. Although I must admit the love triangle is starting to annoy me - it's past time to decide. I certainly hope Laurel makes a choice at the beginning of the book instead of waffling back and forth through the entire book.
I'm looking forward to the next and I assume final book in the series. Although I hate cliffhanger endings, Illusions definitely set the stage for what I hope will be a great ending to the series.
Content: Clean
Rating: 4 Stars
Source: Audible.com
Illusions was released on May 3, 2011 by HarperTeen.
Six months have passed since Laurel saved the gateway to the faerie realm of Avalon. Now she must spend her summer there, honing her skills as a Fall faerie. But her human family and friends are still in mortal danger--and the gateway to Avalon is more compromised than ever.
When it comes time to protect those she loves, will she depend on David, her human boyfriend, for help? Or will she turn to Tamani, the electrifying faerie with whom her connection is undeniable?Spells is book #2 in the Wings Series by Aprilynne Pike. I had assumed this was a trilogy since it seems like every young adult book that comes out lately is part of a trilogy but alas it's a quartet so there will be 2 more yet to be released books. Illusions comes out in May and the final book in 2012. Oh how I hate waiting for sequels. This book had a great ending. It wrapped up enough to leave me satisfied yet opened things up for something new.
I think I enjoyed Spells even more than then book 1, Wings. I love the character Tamani, seriously Laurel wake up and see what is before you! You're a faerie, he's a faerie, David's a human. Easy decision - so don't make it so hard.
This is a sweet, clean series that I recommend to those who enjoy faerie stories. I really enjoyed learning more about the faerie mythology, much of which was very unique. A good mix of faerie mythology, adventure and romance.
Content: Clean for older teens - a couple of the mildest of swearwords that are swear words in my home but aren't in some homes, a reference to sex in the faerie world, etc.
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Source: Download from Audible.com
I still need to read this one. I may wait though if it has a cliffhanger so I can jump right into the next book.
Andrea @ Reading Lark
This series looks very good, will have to check it out.
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Judy
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I... wasn't that thrilled with the second book but I trudged on with Illusions... and I'm still Team Tamani!
Very adorable blog header you have and those frogs are just too cute! I love reading new book recommendations since I just don't have time to browse through B&N anymore.