Scan barcode
zaffybean's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
fsmeurinne's review against another edition
4.0
This is the sequel to "Sign of the Slayer" and takes Raven (aka Texas) deeper into her role as a Slayer. She faces immense pressure, dealing with family betrayals, new powers tied to a mysterious stone, and her intense connection with Khamari, a vampire whose kiss could either ignite her soul or break her. The story blends Egyptian mythology and African American culture with classic vampire lore, creating a unique and engaging world. The action is relentless, and the enemies-to-lovers tension between Raven and Khamari adds emotional depth. With vivid world-building and well-developed characters, this book leaves you on a cliffhanger, and I am eager for the next installment.
avy9891's review against another edition
4.0
Loved the FMC she’s doing her best trying to figure out her new powers and how to get rid of the enemies. The storyline is great and there is enough action to keep the story interesting. Along with Texas my second favorite character was Rose her personality is just amazing.
I really enjoyed the book and felt the characters were all well developed even the villains of the story.
Thanks to Entangled for the arc copy!
I really enjoyed the book and felt the characters were all well developed even the villains of the story.
Thanks to Entangled for the arc copy!
redsonya_loves_to_read's review against another edition
5.0
Picking up from the mayhem of book 1 we see Raven aka Texas training harder and learning how to control not only the darkness within but the power of the prophesied stone she inherited when she became the maximus.
This book takes us on a journey as Raven and Khamari race through the underworld seeking an artifact that can change the fate of humanity and vampires alike.
All I want is for Raven and Khamari to have their second chance but after that ending I can see it will be a long hard road ahead. Raven must now prepare to face her most dangerous foe, and it will take everything she has within her to win. Even if it means tapping into the darkness that causes her berserker to come forth.
This book takes us on a journey as Raven and Khamari race through the underworld seeking an artifact that can change the fate of humanity and vampires alike.
All I want is for Raven and Khamari to have their second chance but after that ending I can see it will be a long hard road ahead. Raven must now prepare to face her most dangerous foe, and it will take everything she has within her to win. Even if it means tapping into the darkness that causes her berserker to come forth.
_geminigenres's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Sharina... i just know this is not it. This was good and the ending was a great plot twist.
lover97's review against another edition
3.0
3 ⭐️
Once again, the magic system is a shining part of this story. The new additions we get through Ravens' promotion were interesting and added even more to her inner battle to keep control. I enjoyed the training montages we got with Anton.
I love rose, the way she's written means she bounces perfectly off our main character. Their back and forth gives moments of lightness in between the darker plot points. Khaven brings in a softer side for khamari and opens the door for the romance to slip back in. It definitely takes a back seat in this one, though.
I really liked the first 60% of the book. I was, unfortunately, a little lost when the gods entered the plot during a little trip. It took me out of the vampire/slayer dynamic i was loving, especially when it occurs in a moment where their plan has gone wrong.
I'm not sure how many books are planned for the series, definitely at least one more given the cliffhanger in this one. I'm hoping it will go back to the dynamic of book 1, I feel like there's a good opportunity for a big emotional impact in the next one, too.
I received an advance review copy of this book, and this review represents my honest opinion. Thank you to netgalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.
Once again, the magic system is a shining part of this story. The new additions we get through Ravens' promotion were interesting and added even more to her inner battle to keep control. I enjoyed the training montages we got with Anton.
I love rose, the way she's written means she bounces perfectly off our main character. Their back and forth gives moments of lightness in between the darker plot points. Khaven brings in a softer side for khamari and opens the door for the romance to slip back in. It definitely takes a back seat in this one, though.
I really liked the first 60% of the book. I was, unfortunately, a little lost when the gods entered the plot during a little trip. It took me out of the vampire/slayer dynamic i was loving, especially when it occurs in a moment where their plan has gone wrong.
I'm not sure how many books are planned for the series, definitely at least one more given the cliffhanger in this one. I'm hoping it will go back to the dynamic of book 1, I feel like there's a good opportunity for a big emotional impact in the next one, too.
I received an advance review copy of this book, and this review represents my honest opinion. Thank you to netgalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.
crumbofcare's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I received a gifted physical copy of this book from the author. I voluntarily read it and am leaving an honest review.
I LOVE Raven! She's so funny and strong and I can't wait to watch where she goes from here. I am a sucker for mythology so I was excited to get some Egyptian mythology in this book.
This book was a bit slower paced than the first book, but I think it was necessary for ALL the world building that we got. I am so excited for the next book! I NEEEEEEEED it now!
I LOVE Raven! She's so funny and strong and I can't wait to watch where she goes from here. I am a sucker for mythology so I was excited to get some Egyptian mythology in this book.
This book was a bit slower paced than the first book, but I think it was necessary for ALL the world building that we got. I am so excited for the next book! I NEEEEEEEED it now!
alexandriavwilliams's review against another edition
5.0
Raven’s slaying game just leveled up in Soul of the Stone!
She’s kicking butt, wielding her new powers like a pro, but the emotional baggage? Yikes.
Between black-out rage, voices from a creepy stone, and some serious vampire drama, our girl’s got a lot on her plate.
She’s kicking butt, wielding her new powers like a pro, but the emotional baggage? Yikes.
Between black-out rage, voices from a creepy stone, and some serious vampire drama, our girl’s got a lot on her plate.
destdest's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
So, this takes a sharp dive into Egyptology in a way that was overpowering compared to book one. The vampire business is still there but much more in the background.
Raven is still adjusting to her new powers and the voices (souls) in her head. But her smart mouth hasn’t changed. I still love her narrative voice so so much. She’s so funny.
I felt like the trials took up the brunt of the story, so it felt as if the characters were only ever in two locations. After a while, all the snakes and hellish creatures got repetitive. I don’t know if I’d have enjoyed this more if I had been more familiar with the Egyptian gods.
Still, a good bit of escapism
3.5
Raven is still adjusting to her new powers and the voices (souls) in her head. But her smart mouth hasn’t changed. I still love her narrative voice so so much. She’s so funny.
I felt like the trials took up the brunt of the story, so it felt as if the characters were only ever in two locations. After a while, all the snakes and hellish creatures got repetitive. I don’t know if I’d have enjoyed this more if I had been more familiar with the Egyptian gods.
Still, a good bit of escapism
3.5