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Cursed (Demon Kissed #2)

by H.M. Ward (Goodreads Author)

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Ivy's on her way to kick ass and save Collin from the horrors of the Underworld. Along the way she discovers that the truth won't set her free. Deep-seated deception leads Ivy closer to her destiny. But, being queen of the demons is not the destiny she wants. Ivy will have to overcome lust, power, and love if she wants to survive.

Paperback, 1st Edition, 242 pages

Published August 27th 2011 by Laree Bailey Press

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Mar 12, 2012 Linny rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Cursed, the second installment in the Demon Kissed series, did not disappoint. Like the first book, it was filled with action and thrill that didn't fizzle out like some books do after the first. Exciting things happened from the beginning to the end! Not only does the action continue full-force, but I also continue to adore the characters, especially Ivy.

Ivy's life does NOT get any easier, but she remains strong and does what she has to do to save herself and the peo...more Review on Linny's Literature

Cursed, the second installment in the Demon Kissed series, did not disappoint. Like the first book, it was filled with action and thrill that didn't fizzle out like some books do after the first. Exciting things happened from the beginning to the end! Not only does the action continue full-force, but I also continue to adore the characters, especially Ivy.

Ivy's life does NOT get any easier, but she remains strong and does what she has to do to save herself and the people that she cares about - very refreshing for a female lead. To save Collin from the evil clutches of the Demon King, Ivy has to travel to the Underworld. Go to the Underworld, full of demons and other unimaginable evils? Ivy doesn't even think twice about it to save the one she loves. I saw a review that claimed she was whiny.. and I do not see it. Was she upset about the cards she was dealt? Hell yeah! For all that she has gone through and has yet to go through, a comment every now and then about how she's a little bitter is amazing - if this happened to me I would probably just call it quits and curl up in a ball on the floor. Ivy is a role model for us all. And while she does make some mistakes, who doesn't? The choices that she make are realistic and understandable, and that only makes me love her more. Like in Demon Kissed, I almost feel as if I am Ivy as I read, filled with her emotions and just as utterly shocked when there is a plot twist. This is one of my favorite parts about the Demon Kissed series, along with it's originality, action, and unpredictability.

You know when you're reading and you tell yourself, "I'll put this down as soon as they get past this exciting part"? Well I never really got the chance to put Cursed down. Like I said in my review of Demon Kissed, this book was written a little strangely in the fact that there was non-stop action and important events. Usually books build suspense and drag things out for chapters, and there was some build up in the beginning, but not much. Again, this turned out to be a major plus as the story never grows dull and always keeps you on your toes. On top of the action, there are numerous plot twists, none of which I saw coming from a mile away. It is so exhilarating to read a book and have no idea what is going to happen. Like the ending.. did not see that coming. I won't tell you what it is, but I will say that I am extremelly pleased that I have the next book, Torn, and don't have to wait a second before finding out what happens next.

While reading, I did come across a couple very minor spelling/grammar errors. This happened very little, but I thought I should mention it for the perfectionists out there. Example: "bod" instead of "bad", only noticed it by chance. They were very minor things and in no way made this book any less grand.

The story remained original and exciting, living up to my expectaitons after the first book. The characters that I love, like Ivy, Collin, Eric, and Al, all continue to hold my heart as well. I absolutely loved Cursed, and definitely recommend it and the entire Demon Kissed series.(less)

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Oct 28, 2011 Amy The Book Diaries rated it 4 of 5 stars

Downloaded this yesterday and finished last night. Couldn't stop reading it!!! I thought it was awesome. Ugh...how could you end it like that? And what is up with the dragon? I need number 3 ASAP!

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May 16, 2013 C. Erani Cole rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Aug 01, 2012 Flocharda rated it 3 of 5 stars

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El libro me encanto aunque esperaba mas. Me pareció muy lento el desarrollo. La mitad del libro se basó en el supuesto juicio y me pareció de lo más aburrida.Me faltaron descripciones del Inframundo, porque uno se va imaginando el entorno de los personajes pero en el Infierno no me los pude imaginar. La escena con la hermana me pareció que carecía de solidez y sentido.
No me gustó para nada que Eric fuera transformado en Valefar.
Fue un horror la traición de Shannon!!!!, lo que me hace pensar ser...more

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Oct 14, 2011 Maverick rated it 4 of 5 stars

4/5.
What an ending!! Totally unexpected!! Cannot wait for reading the third book.

I liked the first book Demon Kissed and so, had similar expectations from its sequel, Cursed. And I was not disappointed.

This book is definitely interesting, has many twists and turns which kept me glued to it. Our protagonist, Ivy, has lots of dilemmas facing her at each step, having no idea, as usual, how to overcome them, but somehow someway scrapes through by taking right situational decisions. With Collin away...more

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Dec 01, 2011 Reading, Eating & Dreaming rated it 3 of 5 stars

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Cursed is the second novel in the Demon Kissed series by H.M. Ward.

The beginning of this novel was extremely repetitive. I’ve already read the first book in this series; I don’t need nor want the author to remind me of every single thing that happened. I don't mind a few recaps here and there, but I don't need to be retold every event. The first 30% of this novel was either repetitive or predictable. Yes, I learne...more

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Sep 14, 2011 Heather rated it 4 of 5 stars

Cursed is the second installment in the Demon Kissed series and it was just good as the first. It opens up just a few days after Demon Kissed ended and Ivy is trying to come to terms with the deaths of her Mother and Collin. One thing she just cannot overcome is the feeling that Collin is still alive down in the pits of hell but she is also afraid of being wrong.

When a vision informs Ivy that Collin is indeed still alive she decides to form a mission to save him, even if it means that she will b...more

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Nov 07, 2011 Rita rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 3-library, angels-and-demons

At first is was slow. But it turned out totally different from what I expected. When I closed the book, I had one those I didn't see that coming looks. It was awesome.

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Jan 11, 2012 Doris rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012

I'm addicted to this series. I can't believe what a cliffhanger the ending had. Now I MUST go read book 3

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Jan 03, 2013 Heather andrews rated it 5 of 5 stars

Ughh this book was ughh (no this ughh is not a bad ughh is a frustrated ughh.) Okay where to begin...how about the humor in a not so funny situation, like this one between Ivy and Eric:
"The blade cute through your bra. The strap is cut three-quarters of the way through."
I laughed. "I was slashed with a deadly weapon and you're blushing over the back of my bra strap? Seriously, Eric?"
I was truly frustrated with this book (FYI just because I was frustrated doesn't mean I didn't love the book)...more

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Aug 06, 2012 Ari rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: angels, demons, botm, bonds-connections, fantasy, ya

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I will admit I wasn't crazy about the beginning of the first book. I'll also admit if it hadn't gotten so good and engaging towards the end I wouldn't have read this one. And that would have been a shame because I would have missed out on reading one of the best books ever.

Cursed is engaging and well written. The story has likable and unlikable characters and it's so action filled that you just can't put it down. At the beginning, I thought the sto...more

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Apr 19, 2012 Cami Hensley rated it 4 of 5 stars

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So, I will admit I love the ROMANCE aspect of YA books! And in series like this one often times the middle or middle books are kind of an in-between with the main characters often separated for some reason or another and trying to find their way back together.

Cursed fell directly into this category. Ivy is headed to the Underworld to save Collin.

While the beginning of this novel is a bit slow, especially if you have already read Demon...more

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Nov 20, 2011 Ally rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I don't know why but i didnt really connect to this book, it was non stop action but i found her annoying, her decisions i understood, sort of, i still disagreed and thought that although she came to all the same conclusions i did albeit slower, we dont see her make those revelations, its like she just says she knows, while im left thinking oh "so ure higher powers are telling you this huh, cus i dont see you growing" Her constant talk of love for Collin, for me, overshadowed the true greatness...more

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Oct 23, 2011 Nadège Richards rated it 4 of 5 stars

Ivy Taylor is back to kicking Valefar butt and is doing better than ever. Only problem is, Collin is still trapped in the Underworld and Kreturus is still out to devour her unearthly powers. Mix that with betrayal, lust, and the ability to be the unluckiest person in the world and you’ve got one hell of a fight.

From the moment I read the first sentence of Demon Kissed, the first novel in this outstanding series, I was in love with Ivy Taylor. She’s strong and her endurance to keep going drives...more Ivy Taylor is back to kicking Valefar butt and is doing better than ever. Only problem is, Collin is still trapped in the Underworld and Kreturus is still out to devour her unearthly powers. Mix that with betrayal, lust, and the ability to be the unluckiest person in the world and you’ve got one hell of a fight.

From the moment I read the first sentence of Demon Kissed, the first novel in this outstanding series, I was in love with Ivy Taylor. She’s strong and her endurance to keep going drives me nuts. It makes things interesting. But then she has her moments of defeat which only make her more of a better or pragmatic character. I think the best thing I’ve learned to love in this series so far is how well H.M. Ward explains her originality of the angel/demon story she created. It’s neither banal nor trite. The world itself was created carefully; much thought was put into it. And I think the creativity of it all, down to the very aspect, made this novel a one of a kind.

I must say though, that I was disappointed by how short Cursed was in comparison to Demon Kissed. I loved it all the same, but I felt like there should’ve been more. And don’t even get me started on the huge cliffhanger at the end. I was seriously left dumbstruck. But I guess the element of surprise was what H.M. Ward was going for. And believe you me, it had masses of it. I can definitely see Cursed as the binding bridge between Demon Kissed and Torn, the next novel in the series. I definitely have high hopes for Torn as well, and with that cliffhanger Ward so meanly left at the end, I’m yearning for the day it releases.

I’ve grown to love certain writing styles over the years and H.M. has quickly become one of my favorites. Some of her shortest sentences, longest paragraphs even, do wonders for the story and really give the monologue of the M.C a good kick. Her writing is fearless and she says some of the most hilarious things and I can’t help smiling. She gives Ivy a down-to-earth, home kind of feeling. Ivy is one of those characters that you can see yourself becoming best friends with. It’s very rare that you stumble upon a novel like this one, but H.M. Ward, I believe, has slowly stated a revolution with her rebellious writing.

I’m not throwing out any spoilers here, but if you loved Demon Kissed and loved Collin, you get a good five servings of him in Cursed. Everywhere you turn, there’s Collin. And Ivy’s attraction to him gets stronger with every encounter. I’m not going to say anything else, but the love, desire, and altogether passion in this novel was impeccable. And the hindrances that added to Ivy’s evergrowing flame of trials were an incredible addition. Beautiful, beautiful growing series and I’m anxious to find out what happens next.

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Sep 02, 2011 Brie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Ivy. Strong, Heroic, Powerful, Constantly trying to do the right thing. Constantly being twarted. Every time she thinks shes taking a step in the right direction something unpredictable happens making her seemingly good deed into something catastrophic. But does she give up? Nope.

Collin. Freakin selfless. All he cares about is keeping Ivy away so she can be safe even though he is literally going through hell. Not to mention charming and (in my mind) hot:)

Eric. Holy crap Eric! He went from being...more

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Sep 04, 2011 Melanie rated it 4 of 5 stars

In this sequel we find Ivy dealing with the aftermath of Collin's sacrifice and the revelations that unfolded in the lead up. She travels to the Martis headquarters in Rome with her bff Shannon so she can use their extensive library to research a way to gain access to Hell, kill Kreturus and free Collin all without fulfilling the prophecy. Will things turn out in Ivy's favour ? can she trust the people around her ? even though they think she is evil with her tainted blood and will they ever trus...more

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Sep 04, 2011 Better Read Than Dead (Kelly & Kristin) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Just incase you weren’t aware, Cursed is the second book in the Demon Kissed Series and I am 100% in love with it. The first book I reviewed on my blog was Demon Kissed…you can find it HERE if you haven’t already read the book.

Cursed begins a couple of weeks after Collin threw himself into the Underworld to save Ivy. This series will leave you wondering who to trust, what is good, and is anything pure evil. So, let’s talk about the characters for a minute…

Ivy – Ivy is the seventeen year-old girl...more

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Jul 11, 2012 Yianna Yiannacou rated it 4 of 5 stars

I have to say that this book is much better than the first one. I am actually hooked on this story now. Ivy Taylor has gone to Rome to find out a way to go to Hell so she can rescue her love Collin. After staying there for three months she realized not only her fate, but Eric’s as well. They both decide to go into Hell as well with the help of their friend Shannon. Ivy is trying to figure out her powers but they always seem to surprise even herself. Just when she thinks she has reached Collin th...more

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Aug 30, 2011 Rachael Grossi rated it 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book, I liked Demon Kissed more because I love the relationship between, Collin and Ivy and we don't get to see much of it since Collin is stuck in hell and Ivy is trying to find him but you get a sense of the deep love they feel for each other. I love all the interesting trials Ivy must overcome during her journey and the surprising events that take place involving Eric and Shannon. I hated the ending just because I didn't want it to end, its such a page turner moment, I c...more

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Feb 28, 2012 Deathinvogue rated it 2 of 5 stars

I loved the first book in this series. i really liked the story and the characters.

And then I startet the second book Cursed. I really did not like it. For too long nothing happened and i had problems finishing it, I normally read a book in 1-2 days. This time it took me 5 days because i had to put it down again and again.

It was disappointing for me because i really liked the first book.

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Jul 31, 2012 M. Kay rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Amazing! I loved this book! From beginning to end; it was a real page turner. I read through the pages so fast, it's amazing that I was able to absorb what actually happened.

First, let me say, that the cliff hanger in the previous book was enough to bait me. Even if the preceding book, Demon Kissed, was terrible, which it wasn't, I still would've bought a copy of Cursed, if only to see how things played out.

I was super surprised! I didn't get any of that predictability that sometimes happens whe...more

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Dec 24, 2011 Jackie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: angels-demons-nephilims

What a good ending! Was not expecting that.

The beginning of the book seemed like the author was recapping what happened in the last book, which annoyed me, it seems like i was wasting my time reading it.Though the middle the book was adventurous.

I wanna know what's with the deal with the Dragon???

Anyway, looking forward to read the next book. :3

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Sep 30, 2011 Justina rated it 5 of 5 stars

The second book was just as good if not better then the first. OMG!!!! I can't get enough. Ivy, the lead character is so fabulous, I love her. She is much stronger than she realizes and the way it ends is so amazing I can barely contain myself. I really need the next book, like, now!!!!!

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Mar 10, 2012 Mindi Ridgeway rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: ya

This picked up right where the first book left off, although at 130 pages i considered this a short story, not anothr book. Lots of new adventures so it was an enttertaining read, but the same over-reliance on spell check as the first book led to the same annoying spelling errors. Quite distracting.

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Oct 19, 2011 Rita Torkelson rated it 4 of 5 stars

Wow. Just wow. Good thing the third one is due before theend of the year - I don't think I could wait much longer than that! Major cliff-hanger ending. The answer was right there, but I never saw it coming. Stayed up until almost 3am to finish it...Wow!

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Jul 12, 2012 Stephanie rated it 3 of 5 stars

This book was a lot slower then the first one. I don't know if I will read the next one or not. Maybe if I can get it free or borrow it. Really kinda disappointed because the ideas are there to make a good story. This book just felt very rushed.

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Sep 05, 2011 Tiffany rated it 4 of 5 stars

Cursed is an action packed sequel filled with demons,dragons and soul sucking kisses. This book is about the adventures Ivy goes through trying to save her soul mate Collin from the Underworld. Nothing is what it seems in Hell and friends may be enemies but Ivy keeps on going. Some shocking revelations happen in this book that explain some loose ends from the first story and you will not be disappointed. The author does spend a lot of time recapping the first book(about 30%)in case you forgot an...more

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Mar 10, 2013 Christin rated it 3 of 5 stars

it took me awhile to read this one because I stopped in the middle to read indigo spell. although it was a good book it was not the best I have ever read. I just don't get the whole dragon thing or why they turned eric into valfare when he was suppose to be helping her save the world from evil. so you just turn him evil to join them. that makes no sense at all. and shannon killing him like that when she was suppose to be in love with him I just don't get that either. this really is not the best...more

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Oct 05, 2011 Stephany rated it 5 of 5 stars

This second book in the Demon Kissed series was amazing. Fast paced for most of the book, and you get a better insight into some of the characters. I loved it, the end was a major cliff-hanger! Can't wait till #3!

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Sep 18, 2011 Chris rated it 3 of 5 stars

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NEW YORK TIMES & USA TODAY Bestselling author H.M. Ward is a native New Yorker living in Texas.

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