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Liked It “I was so very exited when Kersten Hamilton gave me a copy of In the Forest of the Night, I loved Tyger, Tyger and was waiting eagerly for a sequel. I started reading it right away, and then life happened. I finally got the chance to finish it this week and not only could I sink back into her...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“I was so very exited when Kersten Hamilton gave me a copy of In the Forest of the Night, I loved Tyger, Tyger and was waiting eagerly for a sequel. I started reading it right away, and then life happened. I finally got the chance to finish it this week and not only could I sink back into her world effortlessly, I couldn't put it down.
Hoping4More wrote this review Thursday, April 5, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Aiden remains on the very top of my supporting characters list, and the rest of the characters in this story aren't far behind. Finn is back in all of his sexy Irish charm, and Teagan continues on her journey of self-discovery.
Teagan is an excellent example of someone who was dealt a bad hand in life, but chooses to rise up above it, and become who she wants to be. My favourite quote from In the Forests of the Night is:
"There's no such thing as 'destiny,' Abigail. Just becoming. Choosing to become what you were created to be, or choosing to walk away from it."
That's kind of the theme in this book; Teagan choosing who she is going to be.
The end was far from resolved, but I wasn't mad at the cliffhanger, I was only eager to find out when the next book is due to be release so I can find out how this war is going to end!”
“great gaerie story”
4liverpool wrote this review Sunday, January 29, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Awesome ;)”
Jenna B wrote this review Monday, January 9, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Last year, Hamilton's first novel in the Goblin Wars series, Tyger Tyger, made my [a href="http://unabridged-expression.blogspot.com/2010/12/top-10-of-2010.html"]top ten of 2010[/a]. It was that good. Needless to say, I've been pretty excited for this book, which begins literally minutes after the first book ends.
Audra wrote this review Thursday, November 17, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
One of the things I loved about the first book was that heroine Teagan remained consistent throughout the story, especially in regards to her behavior and attitude. She was tough, vulnerable, scared, brave, smart, and oblivious in appropriate and realistic ways -- and most of all, she didn't change her personality when she started getting hot for a dreamy boy. So I was very eager to see how Teagan developed in this book and if she would remain true to herself. Happily, I wasn't disappointed: not only did Teagan continue to be her level-headed self (still planning to go to college despite her boyfriend talking marriage, which the other characters all felt was ludicrous, too!), she also continued to be a proactive agent in her own life, rather than a passive witness.
Delightfully -- and stay with me on this -- a good chunk of this novel felt like Irish Catholic fiction, since Hamilton blends Celtic myth with Catholic tradition. I often forgot that I was reading a YA novel; this felt a bit like a more dramatic Rumer Godden or supernatural Maeve Binchy (in a good way!). It's a religious-ish story without being spiritual (also in a good way), blending my favorite parts of Catholic lore (saints and angels and Legion) with literature and mythology. Hamilton's world-building is unique and fun, and it's refreshing to have supernatural fic that doesn't involve vampires or werewolves. (Seriously, if you're 'eh' on goblins, give this a try. I promise you won't regret it!)
Sadly, Finn -- romantic lead and demigod -- was still my least favorite character. He grew on me a bit but I actually don't think he's a match for Tea nor is he as interesting as the other characters -- and as in the first book, In the Forests of the Night is loaded with great secondary and tertiary characters. As a result, I'm not so keen on the romance but that didn't affect my enjoyment of the story as the romance isn't a major part of the action.
I can't rave enough about this series and or squee about how delighted I am with the characters and the unique supernatural setting. This is the YA heroine I've always wanted, one I can relate to and would have identified with in high school. This is good reading -- get started!”
“More 3.5 stars
Melissa wrote this review Sunday, October 23, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Teagan is upset with what she learned of her mothers family (in Tyger Tyger) and what it might mean to her and Finn. When Finn comes to talk to her and reassure her things get crazy quickly in the full house of the Wylltsons'. Thomas starts sprouting feathers and cat-sidhe appear. The cat-sidhe want Aiden. As Fear Doirich wants Aiden. Mamieo doesn't like Thomas because he's a highborn, Roisin (Teagan's Aunt) is mad at her love, her father is still trying to get his memories back and straight. Oh and the social worker is coming around too. All craziness and then the goblins come back into their lives with threats to Teagan and she starts to change after a lick from Kyle. A war is on it's way...
We start exactly where Tyger Tyger left off, Teagan's crying on the roof and Finn climbing the drain pipe to talk to her. Finn captures my heart once again at the get go here. Finn has turned Teagan's plans around, though she still wants to follow them, they now have a boyfriend attached somewhere in there.
We see all the same characters again in this book. I do like the extra background Thomas, the shape-shifter, brings to the family of the goblin world Mag Mell. It was his home and he is a highborn so he knows a great deal. We can't forget about Lucy the spirit living in Aidens' hair. Aiden gets to try a few new things with his special gift of song as well. Nice to see, and I hope to see more of him in the future. So many different characters and personalities in one house, it's funny from time to time.
Another wonderful YA book that I would hand over not needing the adults to read first. But I would say do read it for the fun and wonderful writing it is. This book went quickly for me as well. I love the Celtic lore tangled into the story and I get a little feel of a fairy land as well. That is one of the things that drew me into the first story as well. I really enjoy this mix. This book seems a little slower at first, but we need to get the setting set and the characters defined as everyone is growing and changing, which is wonderfully done with keeping us attracted to the book. Then the action picks up and leaves you desiring the third book of the trilogy.
I strongly suggest giving the Goblin Wars Trilogy a try. It's a wonderful read and you wont be disappointed. If you enjoy fairy type books, this goblin based trilogy could very much be for you.
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“Tyger Tyger was like watching an explosion of fireworks in the sky on July 4th. It was brilliant, it was bright, it was spectacular and it was loud. In The Forests Of The Night is like taking a long slow easy gondola ride. The world is already built, the characters are already introduced, most of the plot is already in place. Reading is simpler, you are more in tune in what is going on and more invested in your connection with the main characters and the parts that they play as the story progresses. It is fascinating to be able to pick up a book after reading the first one months and months before and feel so comfortable and so at ease with what is going on that you do not have to re-read anything to get yourself back in the same frame of mind you were whenever the first book ended. I truly believe that The Goblin War series, though intended for a young adult audience has a much wider appeal. It is something that a mother and a son, a father and a daughter, a brother and a sister can read together and enjoy. You can talk about the books with people of all ages and who doesn’t like Fantasy? Who doesn’t like two bright young people falling in love against the odds of what is going on around them and still being able to have a life with their family and still be able to carry on friendships outside of the realm of what they are actually involved in with the villains of the piece. The author Kersten Hamilton has created something that bridges the gap between childhood and adulthood. The books take you to a place in your mind that you would not have found if it were not for the authors imagination and skill at weaving such interesting tales. Reading both Tyger Tyger and In The Forest of The Night have given me more pleasure than fine wine or a piece of chocolate cake. Anything that you can think of that would be considered a simple pleasure like smelling a flower, watching a hummingbird drink nectar or even seeing a baby smile gives us joy. My greatest simple pleasure is reading and I truly thank the author for that pleasure, it has been a wonderful experience. When the series is finished with book three I still will have these reads on my bookshelves, and I can get them and revisit the characters as many times as I want. A book never expires, never loses its appeal and is always there to entertain when needed.
Jackie B wrote this review Wednesday, August 24, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
If you ever read a first book in a new series and thought the second book could not be as good or better wait till you read this one! What are you waiting for pre-order a copy today, I did!
[For the purposes of full disclosure this ARC was provided by the author via her publisher. The book was received in exchange for an honest review and I have not received any other compensation from the author or publisher other than the pleasure I derived from reading about the characters in the story.]”
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