Eden-West (Eden, #2)

Sep 18, 2012 Nicole rated it 5 of 5 stars

Recommended to Nicole by: teens & adults

Shelves: all-time-favs, beta, fantasy, fav-author, fav-ya, for-review, loved-it, own, paranormal-romance

Wow .... Just wow. Janelle Stalder is a force to bereckoned with, her writing just keeps better and better. Eden West continues this amazing fantasy world, I really have not seen anyone better than her at world building in a long time. The plot thickens and the secondinstallment in the Eden series leaves you breathless for the next book.

Elisa is a strong female heroine any mother can trust their teen daughters to look up to. Wolfe, the party boy rake, seems to be growing up... a little bit anywa...more

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Apr 24, 2013 Lolita rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: books-that-i-own, already-released, e-books, got-a-copy-for-review-reviewed

I got a copy for review in exchange for an honest review.

I was so looking forward to this book and it certainly loved up to my expectations. This book is full of action, mystery and conflict. I loved every second of it. It was a great book and even better than book 1.

The story is one of the best things of this book. So much is happening and even though there are many point of views it keeps interesting. I wanted to read more of every story and wanted to see how it all connected. This book is so...more I got a copy for review in exchange for an honest review.

I was so looking forward to this book and it certainly loved up to my expectations. This book is full of action, mystery and conflict. I loved every second of it. It was a great book and even better than book 1.

The story is one of the best things of this book. So much is happening and even though there are many point of views it keeps interesting. I wanted to read more of every story and wanted to see how it all connected. This book is so good and the story is really good, it has many twists and turns that I didn’t see coming.

This book has multiple point of views and I really love seeing different sides of the story. Every point of view is interesting and even though I was a bit sad when that each pov ended the next was just as good. Also the pov switches are done very good and I was never confused about what was happening after a pov switch. I also really like every character, each of them is interesting and has their own personality. There are many characters, but still each has their own distinct personality and I was never confused about who was who.

The world building mainly takes place in the first book, but the author does a great job to let us learn even more about Eden in this book. There is still so much of the world that we didn’t know and I liked learning and seeing more about Eden. Janelle also beautifully describes each place and gives enough details that it almost seems real. Also this book mainly takes place in different parts of Eden than the first book and we get a feel of the customs and habits of the people in these other places.

So many things are happening in this book and the pace feels pretty fast. The fast pace also is due to all the different characters and their stories, so many things are happening at the same time. The multiple pov’s is really one of the things I love about this book. You see both sides of a conflict and it makes the story so much more believable.

The book almost feels too short. So much is happening and I want to read even more about all these characters and Eden. I really like each character and their story and can’t wait to see what happens next.

To conclude: I loved this book. The story is fast paced and interesting. The multiple pov’s are done really good and I love every character. I also liked seeing more of Eden and I can’t wait to read the next book.(less)

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Jul 13, 2012 Kayleigh {K-Books} rated it 5 of 5 stars

Eden-West review on K-Books

"Everyone makes their own paths in life if they want to, you just have to try."

Wow! I have no idea where to even start with this review. I was lucky enough to receive Eden for review from the amazing Janelle last year and I fell in love with this amazing world so to be the first one to read and review the sequel, Eden-West, it's fair to say I was very very excited. I thought nothing would be able to beat the first book in this series but I was so wrong. Eden-West is p...more

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Mar 27, 2013 Reem Eid rated it 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

In many ways, this book didn't dissapoint. Actually, come to think about it, it was better than many sequels I've read. While it didn't up it's prequel, the writing quality and the caharcters were as interesting as they were the first time around. The story picks up six months after Eden. Aiden is back at our very mundane world. He is trying to cope with everything that has happened, and how it would be to lead a normal life. Back at Eden, the aftermass of the battle has left Elisa in...more 3.5 stars

In many ways, this book didn't dissapoint. Actually, come to think about it, it was better than many sequels I've read. While it didn't up it's prequel, the writing quality and the caharcters were as interesting as they were the first time around. The story picks up six months after Eden. Aiden is back at our very mundane world. He is trying to cope with everything that has happened, and how it would be to lead a normal life. Back at Eden, the aftermass of the battle has left Elisa in the Capital while Logan and Wolf are enjoying their lifes at southern Eden. Things are not what they same. There's a reason Elisa is sent to south Eden, there's a reason Wolf and Logan are there, and there's a reason Aiden has been brought back to Eden. Only this time it's not the capital that greets him, but the Riders.

It was fun coming back to the characters I loved in the first book. Logan, Wolf and Elisa really shone this time around. There's aslo Callum, Brutus and Rose. You see, the great thing about this series is that there's alot of storylines going on, instead of focusing on just one. The weakest part however, was Aiden. I found that parts that included Aiden were hard to get through. They were at sometimes repetitive. To be honest, there wasn't much going on on Aiden's side of the story.

Which is what brings me to why this is a 3.5 star review instead of 4 or even 5. I felt that the general plot of the story was slowing down, and the focus was instead turned on the inter-relations between the characters. While it wasn't necessarily bad, it took away some points of the story. I don't know about other reader, but I wanted more action, more fighting, and war tactics. Instead, there was alot of conversations and arguments and so. Up untill then, I had no problem giving this book a 4 star rating, but then there was the ending.

The ending, I think, was why this book didn't surpass it's prequel. It felt somewhat rushed. There were things that didn't quite make sense. There should have been more explanation. Also, it wasn't as surprising as the first book.

Negativities aside, this is still an awesome book. The writing quality was amazing, and along the line there were a few plot twists that will leave you thinking. As with the first book, there are so much going on with different characters, that you can't just put the book down. Janelle is an author to look out for. There is much more to be said about this book, but it still continues to be one of my favourite books I've read this year.

All the review shenanigins aside, whilst reading this book I happened to magically have a playlist of songs that suited it very well. I thought I'd share it with you:

Thisles and Weeds- Mumford and Sons
After the Storm- Mumford and Sons
August's Rhapsody
King and Lionheart- Of Men and Monsters
Lover of the Light- Mumford and Sons
Serial Killer- Lana del Rey
Dark Paradise- Lana del Rey

There is much more songs, but these are the ones on the top of my head. Don't forget to check out my blog for a huge giveaway of the Eden series.

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Sep 12, 2012 Hazel G. ( I ♥ Mr. Grey) *Fifty Shades obsessed* . rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: EVERYONE!

Recommended to Hazel G. ( I ♥ Mr. Grey) *Fifty Shades obsessed* by: PR&UFF!

Shelves: fantasy, romance, young-adult

Eden West is a YA Fantasy written by Janelle Stalder and the second book in the Eden Series. I read this as a R2R with Paranormal Romance & Urban Fantasy Fanatics! As always, a special thank you to the mods and author for allowing me to participate.

Definitely a winner! Loved going back to Eden!

The Review:
I was so excited to return to Eden! I’ve been waiting for this book for a while now and the author did not disappoint! This was a truly excellent read and the adventure was even better t...more

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Jan 22, 2013 Sara Bree High rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-yatr, review-complete

Eden West (Book 2 Eden Series)
Janelle Stalder
Reviewed by Bree High YATR

If I repeat myself, please ignore me. LOL! Eden West, the second book in the Eden series was great.. it picked up and the two books came together perfectly. The second book packs the same punch and it allows us peeks back at book one. She weaves the hints in slowly and they allow the story to flow easier from book one to book two. Perfectly!
Eden West introduces even more characters, and I love them just as much as book one....more

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Aug 17, 2012 A.M. Hargrove rated it 5 of 5 stars

Eden West, the second book in the Eden series does not disappoint. Janelle Stalder delivers an epic tale filled with several stories woven together that keep the reader dying for more. This can be difficult to do, but not once did I feel confused because Stalder has a way of making the reader fall in love with each of her characters. Eden West introduces you to more of them too, and they are as interesting as the ones you loved from Eden. The book is filled with rich descriptions of the differen...more

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Aug 31, 2012 Anne rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: nook

I love a well thought out, epic fantasy series and this installment in the Eden series totally delivers. Janelle Stadler does a great job with the necessary plotting, planning, backstabbing, political positioning, heartache, uncertainty, battles of various sizes and the ever present evil sorcerer that has plans he hasn’t shared with anyone yet as her band of characters grows in number as well as individually. The alternate reality she created is imaginative while still enabling the readers to re...more

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Jul 20, 2012 Juls rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: ya, best-read-of-2012

Omg!! what a book!!
Ms. Stadler takes you back into the world of Eden and doesn't disappoint. this had it all, a proposal, betrayal of the worst kind, blood, war, and so much more.

Aiden is back home living the life of a regular teen. trying to fit in and before he knows it he is thrown back into Eden.
He finds an unlikely friend in Lilly. I see something blossoming there ;)

oh and Elisa and Wolf, a volcano is about to erupt between those two soon, I hope real soon!

even though Brutus is a bad guy...more

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Aug 29, 2012 Penumbra rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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I received this book through the Paranormal Romance and Urban Fantasy Fanatics group for an honest review, thank you.

Eden West is the second book in the Eden Series.

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Eden West is the second book in the Eden Series.

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Mar 06, 2013 Jean rated it 5 of 5 stars

Yay for my first 5-star read of the year! *breathes contented sigh* I'm having a difficult time preventing this review from including a bunch of spoilers or (more likely) degenerating into incoherent babble about how much I loved the book and how much I need the next book

right now.

The characters are the stars of this series. Ms. Stalder does an excellent job of breathing life into all of the characters - even the villains. I actually think one of my favorite characters is one of the "bad" guy...more

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Dec 24, 2012 Maghon Thomas rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy, paranormal, review-4-author, young-adult

I’m going to start with this… Ms. Janelle, I HATE YOU… BUT I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU!!!! First, I hate you because it’s ALL YOUR FAULT THAT I HAVE SUCH STRONG ATTACHMENTS TO FICTIONAL CHARACTERS!!! I am so invested in this series, it’s crazy. And HOW ARE YOU GUNNA LEAVE ME HANGING LIKE THAT!!! I am using lots of caps, because if I had a physical copy of this book, it would probably have gotten damaged hahahaha I do love me a cliff hanger, and you have just pulled off THE MOTHER of all cliff hangers!!...more I’m going to start with this… Ms. Janelle, I HATE YOU… BUT I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU!!!! First, I hate you because it’s ALL YOUR FAULT THAT I HAVE SUCH STRONG ATTACHMENTS TO FICTIONAL CHARACTERS!!! I am so invested in this series, it’s crazy. And HOW ARE YOU GUNNA LEAVE ME HANGING LIKE THAT!!! I am using lots of caps, because if I had a physical copy of this book, it would probably have gotten damaged hahahaha I do love me a cliff hanger, and you have just pulled off THE MOTHER of all cliff hangers!!! HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO SURVIVE A WAIT FOR BOOK 3!!!?!

I LOVE YOU because you have literally given me a full fictional family!! It’s emotional, beautiful, heartbreaking, wonderful, spectacular, endearing, sweet, funny, amazing, dreadful, drool-worthy, and completely captivating! I’m officially addicted ! I learned after reading the first book to read this one when I can read the WHOLE BOOK in one sitting! There is no way I could have put this book down! There are so many things floating through my brain right now…. Aiden, Wolf, Elisa, LOGAN– umm could you make me his girlfriend!!- Lily, Moose, Hawk, Sunny Markus, Callum, Rose, Brutus, Diana, Jameson…. Yes Logan is my favorite character because I lust after him, BUT I love them all… Even some that I’m not quite sure about yet. You have taken me on a lifetime of thrill rides here!

I have really grown attached to Aiden. He has grown significantly as a character, person, warrior, and HAWT male piece! Hahaha I know he is destined to give me a wonderful world of magic Elisa is pretty awesome, but the tension between her and Wolf had me literally yelling at them to stop that madness! Pride is not a good asset if you lose what you hold most dear! To both of you, I say BAD DOGS! Lol

Logan makes me drool, and then giggle like a school girl. I know he’s the Wing Man, but I lurve him!!! Like A LOT!!! He has become a serious contender for book boyfriend favorites! Moose is my new acquaintance favorite! His part of this story tells me he’s also meant for great things in the future I appreciate his part in Aiden’s life.

Rose, Callum and Brutus have earned a spot in my heart… They are bringing the war to Eden, but all of a sudden I find myself finding reasons to cheer for them. I guess some bad guys and side choosing isn’t always black and white…

Markus…. Please forgive me, but I feel the need to stake him in his sleep. Hahahahaha no he’s not a vampire, he’s the leader of the Sun people. But I think he puts a really good front up, and I have serious doubts about his actions toward Elise. I do not trust him. I want him to have a not so happy ending- soon… AND YET… He hasn’t done anything BAD… He actually seems to maybe even care for Elise…. I’m going to continue to make scowl-ly faces at this point until he proves me wrong!

I’ve decided to give Ms. Janelle the nickname Leo… As she has become my Leonardo Di Vinci of writing!! Sometimes people are ridiculously talented and gifted- this woman is. Honestly. I never expected to like Eden, the first book. There are NO werewolves hahahaha hell, there’s no shapeshifters at all, but whooda thunk it!!! I am 100% a crazy stalker fan!!! she may write about a world with magic, but in this, she has created her own magic! Or at least she is an awesome illusionist to me

So now that I’ve said all this, I recommend this book to EVERYONE and their sister hahaha go read it to your dog if you don’t have a sister! LOL! Aiden finally returns to Eden, but he’s not with his friends or even where he thought he would be. And his friends are off on their own adventure… So I will leave you with this to ponder… Does Aiden save the day again? Will he finally get to see his friends again? Will everyone come out of this war time alive? If there are bad guys, why do I feel such compassion for them? And lastly, will I get Logan in the end?!! hahahahaha yeah, that’s my most important question! LOL

Now GO READ THIS SERIES- today, right now, this second… I’m going to wait while you get it… You better be going get them! Lol Ok, now off you go to read! like I had any doubts it would less but 5 PAWS… Damn… Maybe I need to change my scale to a 10 PAW… (less)

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Sep 22, 2012 Shieka( Doctor's Notes) rated it 4 of 5 stars

I have to say I am so excited when I found out the Eden West was coming out. I couldn't wait to get my hands on a copy Once again I was in love with the world of Eden. We once again meet up with all the old characters we loved and learn more about them. Aiden is back in his own world not feeling like he is apart of it and wondering how his friends are doing. He is living his life as a normal teenager when he is sucked back into the world of Eden but this time he ends up in Eden West.

The world bu...more I have to say I am so excited when I found out the Eden West was coming out. I couldn't wait to get my hands on a copy Once again I was in love with the world of Eden. We once again meet up with all the old characters we loved and learn more about them. Aiden is back in his own world not feeling like he is apart of it and wondering how his friends are doing. He is living his life as a normal teenager when he is sucked back into the world of Eden but this time he ends up in Eden West.

The world building that Janelle created this time was simply amazing. The descriptions of this world were so vivid and rich and I felt like I could really envision what the world was like. I seemed completely different from Eden. Janelle just ad such a way with words that sucks you in and makes you never want to leave it. I completely understood how Aiden felt because I was having withdrawals from being away from this world for so long. Aiden is introduced to life on the other side and quickly realizes just how different it is. He also learns that things may not be what they seem either. I loved that Aiden has really grown into who he is and has become such a fierce warrior.

In other news Elisa is sent on a mission by her father to bring back Wolf. I loved all the chemistry again between Elisa and Wolf. Elisa's travels introduce her to someone new named Markus. Markus was an interesting character in himself. I actually liked the side of him that he let show when he was around Elisa but didn't too much care for the other side of him. Janelle has a such a way with words and I loved that she could make this story work with all the different points of views but still weave it into one great read. She managed to focus on all the issues that the characters were dealing with but it didn't feel like the story was being pulled into a bunch of different directions.

Overall again I was left wanting more as I never want to leave the Eden world when these books end. I am already waiting on book three. Janelle has done it again in crafting such an amazing read. I have fallen in love with these characters and always want to be immersed in their world. The world building is like nothing I have seen out there. The plot is constructed so well and paced so well that when you look up you realize you have finished the book. It just grabs you and doesn't let go. I highly recommend this book to loves of fantasy reads,lovers of a great romance, and lovers of good books period. I loved having the chance to be bak in Eden and can't wait for the next installment.

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Oct 18, 2012 Nikki (The Bibliomaniac) rated it 4 of 5 stars

Aiden has been returned home to his world so that he can heal. He continues to work out over the rest of the summer and decides to join the football team to keep him somewhat in shape in case he is called to Eden again. He misses his friends from Eden terribly, but at the same time is thankful to be back home. As the new school year starts he has changed in appearance and is gaining more attention from his female classmates. Even his crush Melissa is now aware of him. However, joining the footba...more Aiden has been returned home to his world so that he can heal. He continues to work out over the rest of the summer and decides to join the football team to keep him somewhat in shape in case he is called to Eden again. He misses his friends from Eden terribly, but at the same time is thankful to be back home. As the new school year starts he has changed in appearance and is gaining more attention from his female classmates. Even his crush Melissa is now aware of him. However, joining the football team has put a little bit of distance between him and his best friend. The school has a carnival and Aiden gets stuck going. It's mandatory that the football players are in attendence. At the carnival Aiden runs into Melissa and they go for a ride on the ferris wheel. While stopped at the top Melissa points out a shimmering light in the trees in the immediate area. When Aiden sees it he knows what it is. A means to return to Eden. Looking at the glowing orb he tries to decide if he should stay home or return. In the end he reaches out to the ball.

He's transported to his friend, Wolf's village in the West and greeted by Hawk, Wolf's father, the leader of the tribe. He is led to the quaint village that is protected by a spell to protect it from invaders. Not sure why he has been returned and to the west he is left with the Shaman of the village to gain his answers. But those aren't forth coming with him. He asks if he will have any contact with his old friends and is told emphatically no. Which seems to send warning bells clattering in Aiden's mind.

While Aiden is in the west, Elisa is sent to retrieve Wolf and Logan from the South. Hoping to get in and out of the city without having to make a formal call with Marcus, the ruler of that area. Wolf however, was messing around with the Chancellor's wife. And she tells her husband when Wolf sets her packing, which results in the husband looking for retribution. That leads to Elisa being discovered and then having to make her obligatory appearance. Hoping to get out of there the next day, her plans are squashed and they end up spending close to a week there.

And that is all I am giving you =P

If you have read Eden you so have to read this! OMG! So good! By the end of the book you will be crapping your pants about what happened, what's going on, and what's about to happen. Find out what's developed between Callum and Rose, what's going on between Elisa and Wolf....and someone else, Find out who Aiden meets that he gets very... warm feelings...for, and what that dirty Aziz is up to. Janelle leaves you on the edge of your seat and craving the next book with the last words of the final chapter. I will definitely be on the look out for the next installment to this legend!
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Jan 12, 2013 Ruth**Off With Its Head!** rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favourites, suspense, magic, historical, dual-pov, death, bad-boy, angst

So I liked Eden but I LOVED this.

It is rare that YA authors venture into the world of fantasy writing as it is a daunting genre with some real giants to measure up to. Also it is so hit and miss. Many have tried and failed. It can be difficult to create a new world that people can relate to and believe in. But Ms Stalder has pulled it off. And seems to be improving with each book she writes.

In the previous book Calum & Rose were my favorite characters which is such a credit to the author as...more

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Sep 11, 2012 Danielle Smiley rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: my-e-books, ya-fantasy, favorites

Genre: YA (but really all ages) Fantasy
Publisher Type: Indie

My Review:
The hard thing about writing reviews of subsequent books in a series is that you tend to repeat yourself a lot. Just like in book 1, I can tell you that Ms. Stalder has an amazing gift for writing extremely complex characters with complicated relationships. I love that the protagonists and antagonists alike are dimensional and not purely good or evil. One of my favorite characters, Callum, is technically a "bad guy." Rose puts...more Genre: YA (but really all ages) Fantasy
Publisher Type: Indie

My Review:
The hard thing about writing reviews of subsequent books in a series is that you tend to repeat yourself a lot. Just like in book 1, I can tell you that Ms. Stalder has an amazing gift for writing extremely complex characters with complicated relationships. I love that the protagonists and antagonists alike are dimensional and not purely good or evil. One of my favorite characters, Callum, is technically a "bad guy." Rose puts it best, "War was never an easy thing to deal with, and everything about this war appalled her. Yet she considered Brutus one of her most trusted friends. Sometimes the world was so filled with shades of grey, it was hard to believe there was ever such a thing as pure black and white." The lack of a clear black and white is one of the things that make this such an intelligent and engaging novel.

I was also impressed by the way the author was able to weave in "reminder hints" of book 1 throughout the first part of Eden West. There's a temptation for an author to either jump right into the story (which only works if the reader just finished the last book) or to provide an information dump within the first few pages to catch the reader back up. Ms. Stalder was able to gently insert subtle hints throughout the first part of the story that had me remembering details and events without feeling like I had to skim through a synopsis of the previous book.

Eden West differs greatly from the first book as our main characters are separated and very much unaware of what is happening to the others. Story lines are perfectly layered upon one another, taking us from event to event, from perspective to perspective, masterfully building the plot and creating crazy amounts of suspense. I absolutely love the way the story unfolds!!!

As the novel concludes, we have enough closure of the main conflict to feel satisfied, but there's some major cliff hangers, both in the romance and action. My only complaint is how am I supposed to wait to find out what happens?!?! Yikes! I'm not sure I can stand it!!!

Cover Art:
I have a thing for cover continuity throughout a series. This is a great example of how to do that right. Much like book 1, I'm torn between loving the simple, crisp design that utilizes an important symbol from the book and being disappointed that the covers don't show off the crazy creativity of the story within. Overall the cover style is growing on me and I, as always, do love the polished look!

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Jul 28, 2012 Tiffany rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: free-review-ebooks, 2012-challenge, read-and-review-finished

I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

Not too long ago I read the first book in this series and thought it was great. You can see my 4 Star review HERE. Well, if Eden was great than Eden-West is epic! Janelle has wowed me!

You are almost immediately thrown back into the world of Eden. I really like that it doesn't start off slow at all. I also love Janelle's use of multiple points-of-view. This doesn't work for some but for this series it is amazing to be...more

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Sep 27, 2012 Tana rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Eden – West by Janelle Stalder

Janelle Stalder has outdone herself in the sequel to Eden, Janelle’s writing is fantastic and Eden-West will not disappoint anyone who is reading this series. When I picked up Eden-West, I found I couldn’t stop reading it till I reached the very end. It’s an outstanding read!

Aiden once again is back in Eden, though he is not with his friends from Eden, we are introduced to some new characters but of course we do get to see our favorites Elisa, Logan and Wolf. Eden-W...more

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Jul 24, 2012 Brandy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: love-it, magic

All I have to say is WOW. My next words are OMG and then throw in a WTH!! I am absolutely dying to know what comes next for our friends in Eden. I have been waiting for the sequel of Eden to come out and it did NOT disappoint.

In Eden West, Aiden is thrown from is "normal" life back into Eden except this time he is not with Wolf, Elisa, and Logan in the Capital. So Janelle Stalder gives us a few new characters in addition to the old ones to become familiar with. I bought this book this morning a...more

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Aug 09, 2012 Veronica Morfi rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: kindle, all-time-favs

Our second trip to Eden is filled with more suspence, political plots, action and romance than the first one. Aiden returns back to find himself not in the company of all his old friends, but in the Riders city at the West. There he will live amongst them, meet the Forest People, Wolf's family and try to figure out why he has been summoned to a place that doesn't seem to be in danger. All the while, Elisa is send to the South to find and bring back Wolf and Logan, but even though the three of th...more Our second trip to Eden is filled with more suspence, political plots, action and romance than the first one. Aiden returns back to find himself not in the company of all his old friends, but in the Riders city at the West. There he will live amongst them, meet the Forest People, Wolf's family and try to figure out why he has been summoned to a place that doesn't seem to be in danger. All the while, Elisa is send to the South to find and bring back Wolf and Logan, but even though the three of them meet shortly after her arrival they soon become the guests of South's ruler, Makrus and he seems kind of reluctant to let go of Elisa. While all of them are busy Callum and Brutus gather up their forces again for another attack under the commands of the evil magician, Aziz.

Let me say that even though I loved the first book this one is even better. I don't know how Janelle Stalder does it but Eden-West was impossible to put down. All the characters we learned and loved in the first boook return to keep us on edge with every single action. I was especially looking forward to all the Elisa-Wolf scenes that this book has, these two know how to keep me interested, until the very end, litarally. I can't believe how this book ended. Also we get to meet new characters, like Moose, Wolf's brother, who I adored from the very first time and Lily one of the forest people, who for some weird reason I kept picturing like a ten year old and trust me you don't want to picture her like that or it will be awkward.

Even though this book is called Eden-West my favorite place of Eden was the South. I really enjoyed seeing it through Elisa's eyes. I came to love the world Janelle created in the first book and now I got to discover and see a bigger part of it. A part of it that makes me want to jump inside the book and actually spend the rest of my life there.

Everyone who loves a good epic fantasy book mixed with ya characters will love Eden. With twists and turns, tons of action, politacal intrigues and romance that leaves you begging for more, this is one of the best books of the year.(less)

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Aug 03, 2012 Emerald Barnes rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Wow. This book is completely amazing! I was anxious to get back to Eden after reading the first in the series, and I must say, the wait for Eden-West was completely worth it!

We start out seeing how Aiden is faring in high school in his world, and although I was itching for him to get back to Eden, I enjoyed seeing how his life had changed in his world since his Eden experience.

But it was when he was back in Eden that the real story started. Aiden is brought back this time a little differently...more

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Jul 15, 2012 Terri ♥ (aka Mrs. Christian Grey) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: books-i-m-mentioned-or-beta, reviewed

Quick review:

Cover: Love it
Rating: PG-13
Thumbs Up: 5 Shiny Stars
Overall: A book I read start to finish, couldn’t put it down.
Characters: Well written
Plot: Evil and good, lies and truth, ploys and romance, so much going on.
Page Turner: Yes
Series Cont.? Absolutely!
Recommend: Yes
Book Boyfriend: Callum & Wolf

SUMMARY (50 words or less)

This book was just as riveting as the first. Catch up in all the stories that make up this tale. Even when the POV changed, I was left wanting more and grate...more

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Sep 23, 2012 Alana ~ The Book Pimp rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-reading-challenge, ebooks, fantasy-non-urban, owned-books, series-r-us, to-review, young-adult

OK, review to come....

I received this book from the author, Janelle Stalder in exchange for a honest review.

This is a great YA fantasy series. Lines of good and evil are blurred, you find yourself rooting for everyone (well maybe not Markus... at least for me).

More to come!

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Sep 05, 2012 Shay rated it 4 of 5 stars

This was a good read. Had lots of excitement, well written and the characters are well developed. Great second book of a series.

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Dec 30, 2012 Sandy Barber rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: soon-to-read

Looking forward to reading this one soon. Updated review will follow as soon as I finish reading :)

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Mar 05, 2013 HM rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads, 2013

I received a copy through Goodreads First Reads. Thank you!

Wonderful story, terrific writing, it was great to get back to Eden and see all the old "friends" and meet some new ones. Fast paced, you just want to keep reading until the end.

Although it felt as alot of the book was rehashing Eden, the plot did advance, and I must say that the ending was a nice cliff hanger, and I will eagerly await the third installment!

Thank you for an amazing adventure, look forward to more adventures in Eden!

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Apr 08, 2013 Karla(Book Addict) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites, trapped-me

deleting reviews if you want to take a look at them you can do so on my blog, link on my profile

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Sep 08, 2012 Renée - Novel Nutcase rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: i-own-kobo

Finishing thought: "Kiss, kiss, kiss, kiss, nooooo!"

Review:
Eden west,the sequel to Eden, is just as amazing as it's prequel!

Every character is very lovable, which makes you root for both opposing sides!

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Aug 12, 2012 Erdahs marked it as to-read

Shelves: first-reads

Won as part of the Goodreads first reads program. Review to come.

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Jul 24, 2012 Heather from NightlyReading rated it 5 of 5 stars

Fantastic Read! Now, I am patiently waiting for the next book!

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