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Pure Blood (Time Spirit Trilogy #3)

by Melissa Pearl (Goodreads Author)

4.46 of 5 stars 4.46 · rating details · 148 ratings · 31 reviews

It is only a matter of time before Gemma's parents find out she traveled through time to bring Harrison back into existence. The fear of being found out is a heavy weight on her shoulders, but she refuses to give up on everything she's fought for. Harrison is worth the risk.

The couple draws closer together as they battle opposing forces from all sides. They stay strong unt...more

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Published April 23rd 2012 by CreateSpace (first published February 16th 2012)

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Apr 22, 2012 Book Chatter-Cath rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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I will try my best not to ramble on but...

I can not tell you how much I absolutely, completely, utterly, adored this book.
I even sent the author a rather embarrassing, super hyped, "OMG I loved it so much" raving fangirl email!!
But oh-my-gosh I have.
I have seriously fallen in love with this entire series.

As with the previous two books in the Time Spirit trilogy, author Melissa Pearl has woven a completely engrossing tale of Gemma and Harrison's love, dastardly acts of murder and betrayal, and a...more

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Mar 20, 2013 zapkode.marie rated it 5 of 5 stars

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{my thoughts} - This book picks up where the last had let out. It filled with angst, betrayal, deceit, love, admiration, and loyalty. Gemma is forced to trust her gut or trust what she had been raised to believe as a child when it comes to her and her family. She never fully understood the point of her travels, why she always had to be with and if there was a reason that the entire family had always participated.

A lot of the questions you have as a reader get answered in this third book. This bo...more

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Jul 04, 2012 Books rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Gemma and Harrison enter their final school year with the ever increasing possibility that Gemma's parents will discover that Harrison does not only still exist but is also still having a very serious relationship with Gemma. Gemma and Harrison must also find out why Harrison's mother has suddenly turned on Gemma and when they do, Gemma must find a way to turn the situation around. When the exchange student, Simeon, arrives to lodge with Gemma and her family, things are bound to get extremely di...more

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Jun 09, 2012 Majibookshelf Juhina & Farah rated it 4 of 5 stars

Pure blood is the third and final book in the Time Spirit Trilogy. I read the first one two months ago, then picked up the second one and after finishing it I immediately picked up Pure Blood because I couldn't wait to find out how this Melissa Pearl will conclude this addicting trilogy! I can't lie, I really grew fond of Gemma, the protagonist, Harrison, and especially Gabe, it was sad to see that there will be no more books about them The ending was also a bit bittersweet, though it was a very...more Pure blood is the third and final book in the Time Spirit Trilogy. I read the first one two months ago, then picked up the second one and after finishing it I immediately picked up Pure Blood because I couldn't wait to find out how this Melissa Pearl will conclude this addicting trilogy! I can't lie, I really grew fond of Gemma, the protagonist, Harrison, and especially Gabe, it was sad to see that there will be no more books about them The ending was also a bit bittersweet, though it was a very satisfying ending! It is just a bit hard to get around the whole time traveling and changing the past, therefore the present and future, but I loved it!

Pure blood picks up where we left off in Black Blood and since my reviews are always spoil free, I won't be able to tell you where huh? Anyways the third book centers more on Harrison and Gemma's relationship and also gives us more backstory to some of the other characters, including Gemma's parents. We also get another 'love interest' for Gemma that was brought by her parents. That was the only aspect in the book that I did not enjoy that much, I just felt that Harrison's jealousy was a bit unnecessary. However I was all for him being protective. Gemma's parents? oh boy, did I want to strangle them, the word 'overprotective' is an understatement! Even though Gemma turns 18, they still control every aspect of her life and wow, were they suffocating! We also don't get much of Dom and Ruby which is sad but we do get a lot of Gabe and I totally love him. Gabe was like her guardian, the one that showed her the truth and taught her how to really protect herself.

Overall Pure was a great conclusion to this amazing trilogy, it was filled with gasp worthy moments and the ending is just fantastic! throughout the book I was wondering how in the world will Milessa Pearl be able to end this time whole mess we had, but I loved it! It wasn't the cliched ending, and I always salute an author that takes the unconventional route with endings. Thank you Melissa for providing such great enjoyment with this trilogyy, and I really can't recommend it enough to all you readers! (less)

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Apr 30, 2012 Jodie rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Excellent ending, I just want more Harrison & Gemma though :) This series was wonderful. I really enjoyed it.

The final installment had me glued to my kindle (who am I kidding? They all did, 3 books in 2 days, that's how much I loved them). Gemma has been through so much this past year and this book holds no exception. Gemma was a busy gal, if she wasn't traveling back to 1820 to keep Harrison's dad from dying which in turn brought his mum peace today she was consecutively dating & hiding...more

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Apr 09, 2012 carole rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Best ending to this series, it left me crying.

Wow! Melissa Pearl is a mad genius, a master at her craft, and this remarkable author has successfully left me with my jaw on the ground. Oh the twists and turns and suspenseful journey that she has led her readers on. Pure Blood is one of the most thought provoking, emotional, and epic stories I've ever had the chance to experience. The shock that I am still in from the last few events of the book have left me awestruck. I'm at a loss for how to ex...more Best ending to this series, it left me crying.

Wow! Melissa Pearl is a mad genius, a master at her craft, and this remarkable author has successfully left me with my jaw on the ground. Oh the twists and turns and suspenseful journey that she has led her readers on. Pure Blood is one of the most thought provoking, emotional, and epic stories I've ever had the chance to experience. The shock that I am still in from the last few events of the book have left me awestruck. I'm at a loss for how to express how much The Time Spirit Books have meant to me and how sad I am to see this trilogy end (maybe I'm lucky and she will turn it into more than a trilogy). I know you're reading this Melissa, what do you say?

Ok, I'm done gushing, not really.

In all seriousness I think Pure Blood is the best ending for the series, it was perfect, more than perfect even. The events that lead up to the conclusion left only one possible ending, as heart wrenching as it was to read (I'm sure it was hard to write as well) it was beautifully done.

As this is a book 3 in the Time Spirit books I HIGHLY recommend reading Golden Blood and Black Blood first. It's not a series that can be read out of order, the build up to this book will be completely lost on anyone who doesn't experience the story in order.

The mounting suspense that has been featured throughout books 1 and 2 is met with closure in Pure Blood. We finally learn the events from Gemma's past and how she came to be with her family. The reader is faced with shocking truths and a hard to digest ending that still has me reeling. Melissa writes stories to be absorbed in, I am mesmerized when I read her prose and it makes it very hard to put her books down (which may be why I didn't until they were done).

I love the relationship of Gemma and Harrison, they are young but mature, independent and involved. It's fun to think back to where the series, and their relationship, started and where they have all ended up. My favorite line of the book comes from a conversation between Gabe and Harrison, "It takes a special kind of man to care for a strong woman. She needs you more than you know." And, I just love that. Gemma is strong, but in so many ways I see her as equally weak. She needs Harrison more than anything, I think he keeps her grounded.

Gabe is probably my favorite character in the books. He is vulnerable yet indestructible. I love when parents have positive roles in YA books, I think it's really important. Gemma and Gabe's relationship is a great one, and the relationship between Gabe and Harrison is wonderful as well.

I won't say anything else as to not give anything more away. Besides, if you've read Golden Blood and Black Blood chances are this one is already in your hands. :)

Thank you to Melissa for this amazing opportunity to read this fun and fascinating series of yours!(less)

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Apr 09, 2012 Jeeviebaby rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Loved it!! Great ending to a wonderfully written series! One of the best books I've ever read. I can't wait to read more from this author! I definitely recommend this series to everyone!

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Oct 27, 2012 Krista added it · review of another edition

Surprising revelation and I loved the ending. I don't want to spoil it, so I'll just say that I don't read many trilogies because I get tired of them, and I've never been into paranormal YA books, but these ones were worth the read!

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Mar 21, 2013 Suzy Turner rated it 5 of 5 stars

WOW, like seriously, WOW! I'm devastated that this series has finished. I could happily read about Gemma, Harrison and Gabe for the rest of my life. This is one of the best YA urban fantasy series I have EVER read. Can you tell I loved it? I HIGHLY recommend this book, and the two that preceded it. The Time Spirit series is just amazing. I loved all the twists and turns, the fights (its always good to have a bit of ass kicking isn't it?), the love element (I cried... yes, I really cried) and the...more

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Jun 17, 2012 Kristen N. rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Melissa Pearl has truly captured me with her Time Spirit trilogy. The story continues and sadly ends with Pure Blood. In Pure Blood Melissa Pearl has shown what a brilliant writer she is. She still is able to keep readers on the edge of their seats with all the twists and turns throughout. In Pure Blood Gemma finally finds out the truth behind her parents' plans. Bringing in Simeon, a gorgeous Californian an exchange student just might bring their plans to completion. Gemma and Harrison now face...more

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May 26, 2012 Bekka rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Okay so you know at the end of a really good boook series and you've got that goofy smile on your face that you hope your roommate doesn't see cause she'll make fun of u, and then u get a little bit upset cause u realize there's no more books? Well this was that kind of series for me. It doesn't happen often but man did this book deliver. I thought it was a great finish to a brillant journey and I was pleasently surprised with the ending and felt all the character stories were wrapped up beautif...more

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Mar 30, 2012 J.C. Hart rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This is the third and final (for now) book in the Time Spirit series, which finally answers the question that has been threaded throughout books one and two - what are Gemma's parents up to?

I have to say that I was surprised! I'm not sure what I expected, but it wasn't this - it's fabulous when an author can surprise the reader, and I felt like Melissa did. The escalation of violence and erratic behaviour from her parents, and the exchange student they planted into Gemma's life made things very...more

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May 15, 2013 Sherri Kearley rated it 5 of 5 stars

I am always stressed by the last book in a series, because things get Soooo crazy!! If you have read my review on the first book you will see that I Loved this whole story. It was great and I will admit that I started reading this yesterday and am done. That is when you know it was great....when things get pushed aside and maybe ignored a little because you just can't put the book down. Once again I loved Gemma and Harrisons story. Things got crazy and it always amazes me and makes me Happy, Hap...more

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Jan 21, 2013 Lourie rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: ya, romance, fantasy

Pure Blood is the last and final book in the Time Spirit Trilogy. While some may say that the 2nd and 3rd book in a series are never as good as the 1st, they would absolutely be wrong in this case. Pure Blood is STUPENDOUS!

Melissa Pearl does an amazing job again with this final installment. Winding the initial drama into an adventure slam packed with so much suspense you will not be able to put the book down. All the while she keeps you guessing as to the ending.

However the ending – there is a h...more

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Jan 31, 2013 Fab Fun & Tantalizing Reads rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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Jan 12, 2013 Taylor Longford rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book was a fabulous finale to the Time Spirit Trilogy. The entire series is well conceived, well plotted and well written.

In this book, Gemma discovers just how far her "surrogate" parents will go to advance their ambitious plans. In order to stop them, Gemma and Harrison are faced with difficult choices that lead to the ultimate sacrifice - their love. Yet, somehow, amazingly, the author manages to pull a beautiful HEA out of her hat.

Bravo, Melissa Pearl. I can't wait for your next writing...more

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Apr 15, 2012 Juhina rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Pure blood is the third and final book in the Time Spirit Trilogy. I read the first one two months ago, then picked up the second one and after finishing it I immediately picked up Pure Blood because I couldn't wait to find out how this Melissa Pearl will conclude this addicting trilogy! I can't lie, I really grew fond of Gemma, the protagonist, Harrison, and especially Gabe, it was sad to see that there will be no more books about them The ending was also a bit bittersweet, though it was a very...more Pure blood is the third and final book in the Time Spirit Trilogy. I read the first one two months ago, then picked up the second one and after finishing it I immediately picked up Pure Blood because I couldn't wait to find out how this Melissa Pearl will conclude this addicting trilogy! I can't lie, I really grew fond of Gemma, the protagonist, Harrison, and especially Gabe, it was sad to see that there will be no more books about them The ending was also a bit bittersweet, though it was a very satisfying ending! It is just a bit hard to get around the whole time traveling and changing the past, therefore the present and future, but I loved it!

Pure blood picks up where we left off in Black Blood and since my reviews are always spoil free, I won't be able to tell you where huh? Anyways the third book centers more on Harrison and Gemma's relationship and also gives us more backstory to some of the other characters, including Gemma's parents. We also get another 'love interest' for Gemma that was brought by her parents. That was the only aspect in the book that I did not enjoy that much, I just felt that Harrison's jealousy was a bit unnecessary. However I was all for him being protective. Gemma's parents? oh boy, did I want to strangle them, the word 'overprotective' is an understatement! Even though Gemma turns 18, they still control every aspect of her life and wow, were they suffocating! We also don't get much of Dom and Ruby which is sad but we do get a lot of Gabe and I totally love him. Gabe was like her guardian, the one that showed her the truth and taught her how to really protect herself.

Overall Pure was a great conclusion to this amazing trilogy, it was filled with gasp worthy moments and the ending is just fantastic! throughout the book I was wondering how in the world will Milessa Pearl be able to end this whole mess we had, but I loved it! It wasn't the cliched ending, and I always salute an author that takes the unconventional route with endings. Thank you Melissa for providing such great enjoyment with this trilogyy, and I really can't recommend it enough to all you readers!

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May 18, 2012 Paulette Rae rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

After finishing a trilogy like this it's hard to know where to start with a review.

Pure Blood completes the story of Gemma and Harrison, characters I will carry with me through my days of fiction as those who are unforgettable.

After all the secrets and twists and turns of Part 1 and 2, there are not many surprises here and the conclusion is inevitable, but the journey is definitely worth it. When I closed the book it was with a sense of double-edged sadness; there was no more to read for one and...more

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Mar 11, 2012 Kelly rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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I enjoyed this story! Gemma/Lucia's a very strong and selfless girl! Harrison is so right for her! I love Gemma's dad! The ending made sense to me, but you have to read it to see if you agree!

My only thing was that I didn't get the very last sentence and it bugs me! There are still questions that I didn't get answers to, but that didn't stop my enjoyment of the book!

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Jun 25, 2012 Alice rated it 5 of 5 stars

wow, wow, wow, just WOW
what an amazing end to a wonderful series, boy i didnt see that twist at the end happening but im so glad it ended that way. just WOW not really much more i can say, my mind has been blown away by this wonderful, amazing series. i cannot wait to read more books by this author :)

EVERYONE GO OUT AND BUY THIS SERIES NOW!!!!

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Feb 28, 2012 Tara rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Another great read from Melissa Pearl that I couldn't put down. A real page turner that kept me guessing till the end. The trilogy is a fantastic combination of action, love, history, and a unique time-travel storyline. I love the characters and hope there might be a future installment for them.

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Jun 22, 2012 Nuggets rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Simply Fantastic!!!!

This book is really a page turner. It keeps you at the edge of your sit! simply great! I can't think of anyways better than the finale. well written even if the story is not that long. There are even some part where I get emotional. A Great Read!!!

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Feb 23, 2012 Anna Gordon rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I really enjoyed reading the last book to the Trilogy. Another very exciting story, which kept me guessing to the end. It was sad to say good-bye to the characters - you feel like you know them so well by now. Fantastic writing ! Would highly recommend.

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Feb 18, 2012 C.M. Keller rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I loved Pure Blood. It was a great read—plot twists, romance, and action. And a perfect end to a wonderful series. I’m sorry to say good-bye to Harrison and Gemma, but their story will stay in my heart. Thanks, Ms. Pearl! I can’t wait for your next series.

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Jan 20, 2013 Yvette Hendry rated it 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely loved this series! I will be recommending it to my students! A great series for teens. The author does a great job of character development with plot twists that keep the reader's attention.

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Mar 30, 2013 Sarah rated it 5 of 5 stars

An amazing finish to a page turning trilogy. Loved every minute of it! Great characters, a compelling romance and an overall splendid story.

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Oct 30, 2012 Zoey42 rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Mar 07, 2013 Carola rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Feb 24, 2013 Katie rated it 5 of 5 stars

Read all three in a day & a half. Quick good read.

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Mar 28, 2012 Brenda rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Another amazing cover and fantastic story to get lost in.
Books don't get better than this.
Gemma and Harrison's story continues and life gets very complicated for both as events spiral out of control. Gemma has to make the ultimate sacrifice, but as you read the book you know that is the only possible option. In an interesting twist we also find out more about Harrison's past and what makes him special.
Love it. Love this series, it was fantastic!

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