Anji Books
  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact
  • Personal Blog

Anji Books

Books. Reviews. Recommendations.

Goodreads

Heart of Betrayal by Mary E. Pearson

8/8/2015

0 Comments

 
Picture
THIS BOOK WAS/IS FREAKING AMAZING. I LOVED IT. The plot, the characters, everything was amazing. Well, there was one part I found a little irritating but... I can't really talk about it in the non spoilery section. Heart of Betrayal is the second book in the Remnant Chronicles. The first is Kiss of Deception and I LOVED that book when I read it last fall. So obviously I couldn't wait to read this book, and Heart of Betrayal did not disappoint. I was seriously intrigued by page 6. This part is spoiler free for Heart of Betrayal, but not Kiss of Deception. If you haven't picked up the first book, don't read past this paragraph. I highly recommend you do pick up the first book, though, because it's a great story. Full of mystery, romance and action. Check out my review for Kiss of Deception if you're interested. 
Lia is a good protagonist. Sure, she did a few things I didn't approve of, especially *cough* messing with someone's feelings. But mostly Lia is a protagonist that I like and respect. She courageous and clever. I really enjoyed reading the book from her perspective. This book is a lot like the last book when it comes to the perspective/ point of views/ narration of the story. The main point of view is Lia's but occasionally it shows Kaden and Rafe's perspective. 
I like both boys. Though, I'd be lying if I said I didn't favor one. And yes, I favor Kaden. Rate/Jaxton is a good guy but I just feel more for Kaden. He has a more interesting back story and he's sweet. Y'all must think I'm crazy, calling the assassin sweeter than the prince. He's sacrificed so much for Lia. You could argue so has Rafe and yeah, both boys have sacrificed a lot. But Kaden.... I don't know, I just prefer him. Both Kaden and Rafe are expect fighters. It's always fun to see the two of them fight. Kaden, one of the best assassin's there is and Rafe, the well trained crown prince. Their log fight in Kiss of Deception was one of my favorite parts. There is another fight between the two in this book and it was equally as exciting. 
I found Kaden and Rafe's mutual dislike of each other amusing. Though, Kaden does have the upper hand in this book since they're in his hometown slash homeland. And Kaden is the Komizar's Assassin, second most powerful figure in Venda. 
Speaking of the Komizar, let's talk about what I think about him. I found his character fascinating. He's a brilliant evil bastard. A lot younger than I thought, but he's still quite interesting. He knows just what to do to get under Lia's skin. I found him interesting but very very angering. Like, I was hoping for a cruel death for him the entire book. His evil needs to be ended. 
Oh, I also just remembered that Pauline has a few point of views in this story too. They shed some light on some... interesting subjects. 
Kaden: I never liked you.
Rafe: I'm wounded. 
Haha, the dislike and drama between these two boys was priceless. 
The Heart of Betrayal was and is an intensely fun and intriguing read. If you enjoyed Kiss of Deception, why haven't you picked this book up yet? Why?

8/10 stars. This book is fantastical. 

SPOILERS BELOW FOR HEART OF BETRAYAL
I'm confused, how could the Vendan's have gotten Walther's sword and stuff. I'm pretty sure I remember her burying his sword and stuff with him... 
I actually guessed from very early on in the book that Kaden was not actually Vendan. It hints very subtly towards it when it says he has other reasons to despise the gift and that he was the one who taught the Komizar Morrighese. 
Yeah, if I was Lia I'd be pretty pissed at both Kaden and Rafe for lying to me. Rafe because it seems like he was using Lia and Kaden, well, I don't really need to explain her anger at Kaden. He did kidnap her. Though, he told her it was because he couldn't kill her, which I thought was pretty cute. Yeah, books have a way of messing up normal people's versions of cute. 
Okay, I get that Jezelia always seemed to fit Lia more but personally I like the name Arabella more. 
When Kaden said "She'll stay in my quarters." I started laughing because, oh, Rafe must really be loving that. And then the Komizar had Lia choose between Rafe and Kaden which was a very smart move. He's a cunning guy or should I say he was a cunning guy? And then Lia kissed Kaden in front of everyone. aha. Rafe must've really wanted to kill Kaden. 
This whole book I felt so bad for Kaden. He's made his feelings for Lia evident and she uses it against him. How  could she do that? It's just cruel and that was my only problem with Lia in this book, Her using Kaden's feelings against him. It really pissed me off. Especially when he told her about his vision of the two of them and she used that against him, too. I really wanted to punch that girl in the face. 
But when it was revealed Kaden had the gift I was like WTF?! Really?! Mary E. Pearson couldn't help but slip in that plot twist. These books always have good plot twists, (haha I say that after reading two books) okay the reveal that Kaden was the assassin and Rafe the prince was hinted at and rereading the book I could see it but it was still bit confusing but I still count that as a good plot twist. 
Pauline's point of view opened up an interesting question in my head. Is Lia's mom evil and or up to something ? I have a feeling this will come into play later in the book but for now... I really want to know what's up with her mom. 
Kaden and Rafe fighting shoulder to shoulder was slash is revolutionary. It's amazing that they're fighting together. 
My biggest question for the next book is WHAT THE EF HAPPENED TO KADEN?!!!! He better be okay. But of course he's not fully okay, he knows Lia's been playing and betraying him the entire time... Poor Kaden. I hope he doesn't turn on Lia and hate her... 
I seriously can't wait for the next book. 
0 Comments



Leave a Reply.

    Picture

    Anji Cooper

    Sushi Obsessed. Internet Geek. Aspiring Author. Avid Reader. Occasional Blogger. 

    Currently Reading...
    Best Contemporary Novels 
    Best Fantasy Novels
    Best Action Novels
    Best Dystopian Novels
    Favorite Novels  (Website)
    Favorite Novels (Goodreads)

    2021 Reading Challenge

    2021 Reading Challenge
    Anji has read 26 books toward her goal of 50 books.
    hide
    26 of 50 (52%)
    view books

      Subscribe for Blog Updates

    Subscribe

    Categories

    All
    Action Books
    Alexandra Bracken
    Book Haul
    Books
    Cassandra Clare Books
    Divergent Trilogy
    Extras
    Favorite Books/Highest Recommendations
    Holly Black Books
    Huntley Fitzpatrick Books
    Jennifer Armentrout Books
    Jenny Han Books
    John Green Books
    Lauren Oliver Books
    Lorien Legacies
    Marie Lu Books
    Marie Lu Books
    Miranda Kenneally Books
    Movies
    Rachel Hawkins Books
    Rainbow Rowell Books
    Remnant Chronicles
    Review
    Richelle Mead Books
    Rick Riordan Books
    Romance Books
    Sarah J Maas
    Starbound
    Stephanie Perkins Books
    Trailer
    TV Shows
    Youtube

    Archives

    May 2021
    June 2020
    May 2020
    March 2020
    January 2020
    September 2019
    August 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014

    RSS Feed

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates.