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179th out of 971 books
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6,538 voters
True (Elixir #3)
by
Hilary Duff
The epic love story of Clea and Sage comes to its thrilling conclusion in the final book in the Elixir series by multitalented star Hilary Duff.Following the harrowing events of Elixir and Devoted—and the ceremony that almost killed Sage—Clea faces a new reality: With Sage’s soul in Nico’s body, the love of her life looks an awful lot like her best friend’s boyfriend. Can...more
Hardcover, 304 pages
Published
April 16th 2013
by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
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I know it's going to suck, but I'm going to read it anyway. Why do I put myself through these things?
Why did she suddenly switch to the present tense in this book? Why did she suddenly start switching POVs? Is it because present tense and multiple viewpoints are "in" right now? Geez.
The librarian made a comment while I was checking out this book, "Hilary Duff. I thought she was over and done with." Me too, man. Me too.
As I expected, it sucked. And what happened to Clea's dad? That part of the...more
Why did she suddenly switch to the present tense in this book? Why did she suddenly start switching POVs? Is it because present tense and multiple viewpoints are "in" right now? Geez.
The librarian made a comment while I was checking out this book, "Hilary Duff. I thought she was over and done with." Me too, man. Me too.
As I expected, it sucked. And what happened to Clea's dad? That part of the...more
1.5 stars
Dear Elixir series,
Once upon a time, I was young and naive. Your first installment, Elixir was so gleefully different and had such a mysterious and creepy vibe that I honestly couldn't put it down until I finished. I was excited. Especially because I completely adore Hilary Duff.
But maybe that made me see this in a more flattering light than warranted. But I was inexperienced! I honestly had not read much before that point, and now, the tables have surely turned. First of all, I think...more
Dear Elixir series,
Once upon a time, I was young and naive. Your first installment, Elixir was so gleefully different and had such a mysterious and creepy vibe that I honestly couldn't put it down until I finished. I was excited. Especially because I completely adore Hilary Duff.
But maybe that made me see this in a more flattering light than warranted. But I was inexperienced! I honestly had not read much before that point, and now, the tables have surely turned. First of all, I think...more
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So pretty much one of the only reasons I started and finished this series is because the books are written by Hilary Duff. I'd almost entirely forgotten what had happened in the previous two novels so I read quick summaries of them before starting this one.
In the end, reading quick summaries was somewhat useless. Anything I did need to know was restated in this book, but otherwise, I felt as if this final installment was a completely different novel than those before it. In the very least, it's...more
In the end, reading quick summaries was somewhat useless. Anything I did need to know was restated in this book, but otherwise, I felt as if this final installment was a completely different novel than those before it. In the very least, it's...more
Back in July 2012, after I had finished reading this novel's abysmal predecessor, Devoted, I wrote this regarding this installment of the series: "It's going to be terrible and I'm going to read it. Shame on me."
SHAME INDEED.
I'm only halfway done with this thing, and I already know it deserves one star, because...
... Why must books for teenage girls (or anyone, for that matter,) romanticize/justify abusive relationships? There is nothing justifiable about your ~*~tRuE lOvE~*~ throwing you at a w...more
SHAME INDEED.
I'm only halfway done with this thing, and I already know it deserves one star, because...
... Why must books for teenage girls (or anyone, for that matter,) romanticize/justify abusive relationships? There is nothing justifiable about your ~*~tRuE lOvE~*~ throwing you at a w...more
True is the third and last installment of the Elixir Trilogy. It takes place immediately after the events of Devoted: Nico is about to mortally wound Sage with the dagger and Ben tackles him causing Nico to fall on his dagger and mortally wound himself. Nico and Sage both die but Sage's soul goes into Nico's body.
So happily ever after for Clea, right? Not quite.
Clea has to break the news to her best friend Rayna that her love of her life is dead AND that Clea's soulmate now occupies his body. SP...more
So happily ever after for Clea, right? Not quite.
Clea has to break the news to her best friend Rayna that her love of her life is dead AND that Clea's soulmate now occupies his body. SP...more
I was very excited to read this novel. I enjoyed the previous two books in this trilogy and even reread them prior to reading this book. I generally liked this book but it also left me a bit wanting. Like the previous two novels, this book had its own plot but, unlike the others, I felt like it was under developed. Plus, this book was the only one in the trilogy that told the story from two points of view, Clea and Rayna's, and I felt like it was a tactic used to fill the book out a bit because,...more
I have been very excited to read this as it is the finale from the Elixir series. The second book, Devoted was really great and fast paced so this final book had me salivating to see what was going to happen. Unfortunately it didn't quite deliver what I had hoped.
In this final book of the Elixir trilogy,we find Clea, Sage, and Ben driving home from the pivotal conclusion that happened in Book 2. Sage is now trapped in Nico's body and they must find a way to get Sage back into his own body or mov...more
In this final book of the Elixir trilogy,we find Clea, Sage, and Ben driving home from the pivotal conclusion that happened in Book 2. Sage is now trapped in Nico's body and they must find a way to get Sage back into his own body or mov...more
Update: 5/21/2013
Ok, so, with this series, I wasn't expecting something as awesome as Harry Potter or Percy Jackson.
I was open to.. whatever came from this book. I DO NOT Compare them to other books and say, "this was better!!" uh, cuz, YEAH... it was better/different they're different authors... people. NOT. THE. SAME.
But I digress,
I found that I LOVED the story. VERY Amateur-ish... you could tell it was very... hmm, I guess you could say, basic. Simply worded. Simple. But It--the story concep...more
Ok, so, with this series, I wasn't expecting something as awesome as Harry Potter or Percy Jackson.
I was open to.. whatever came from this book. I DO NOT Compare them to other books and say, "this was better!!" uh, cuz, YEAH... it was better/different they're different authors... people. NOT. THE. SAME.
But I digress,
I found that I LOVED the story. VERY Amateur-ish... you could tell it was very... hmm, I guess you could say, basic. Simply worded. Simple. But It--the story concep...more
**Original review posted here.**
I still find it hard to believe, but Hilary Duff is an author and she wrote this series and pulled off a pretty good trilogy. The Elixir novels were intense, romantic and intriguing. We never knew what would happen next and I enjoyed that. In True, book #3, we finally see the fate of Clea and Sage. Are they finally together for life or did the ceremony from Devoted end Sage's life forever? If you've read Elixir and Devoted then it's crucial that you finish the ser...more
I still find it hard to believe, but Hilary Duff is an author and she wrote this series and pulled off a pretty good trilogy. The Elixir novels were intense, romantic and intriguing. We never knew what would happen next and I enjoyed that. In True, book #3, we finally see the fate of Clea and Sage. Are they finally together for life or did the ceremony from Devoted end Sage's life forever? If you've read Elixir and Devoted then it's crucial that you finish the ser...more
I can not rate this book as I have not read it. I made a mistake by requesting it, thinking it was something else. I don't have the first two books in this series so I'm not sure if I'll be able to read and review it.
***NOTE*** I did not DNF this novel because I had no interest in it, or that it wasn't working for me, I put it in the DNF because I made a mistake be requesting it as I thought it was a different book. Without reading the prior two, there would be no way I can read and review at th...more
***NOTE*** I did not DNF this novel because I had no interest in it, or that it wasn't working for me, I put it in the DNF because I made a mistake be requesting it as I thought it was a different book. Without reading the prior two, there would be no way I can read and review at th...more
Okay... When I first started reading this third book, I can't remember what really happened in the second book. Yes, I also forgot what's the title for the second book. :/ I just know that Sage's soul is now inside Nico's body. I don't remember who the hell is Ben. Then I started to remember as I go on reading this book.
When I started reading the first book a year or so ag...more
Sooooooo much better than the second book, but not as good as the first still. I found this book was more of a turmoil relationship type of romance novel with a hint of paranormal/supernatural. Yes, I really did enjoy this novel from cover to cover, and the events were really intriguing. The book really took off when Clea checked into transitions!
Fans of YA lit or Hilary Duff should really pick up this book series. Book 2 is a bit of a downer, but in the end, it's all worth the read!
Fans of YA lit or Hilary Duff should really pick up this book series. Book 2 is a bit of a downer, but in the end, it's all worth the read!
May 03, 2013
Mithila
rated it
2 of 5 stars
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For the first, Elixir, it was a 3. I thought it was an okay book, nothing too fuss over.
The next, Devoted, 2.5. I didn't feel it.
And now, for True... 1.5.
Not many books make me want to fall asleep within minutes. The only one I remember is Crossed, by Ally Condie. And now this book.
I was confuse half the time—like, what the hell is going on in this book? Why is she putting up with the abuse?? Why is this one of those I can't live without him books?!
I can't deal. This book was not an enjoyabl...more
The next, Devoted, 2.5. I didn't feel it.
And now, for True... 1.5.
Not many books make me want to fall asleep within minutes. The only one I remember is Crossed, by Ally Condie. And now this book.
I was confuse half the time—like, what the hell is going on in this book? Why is she putting up with the abuse?? Why is this one of those I can't live without him books?!
I can't deal. This book was not an enjoyabl...more
Oh mi God! Why would Ben do that to Clea? I understand that he was in love with her, but Sage was her SOULMATE! How mean are you! And she still forgave you! You heartless son of a gun! And you convinced poor Rayna that you would could bring back Nico! You need to go die!
Jul 12, 2012
VictoriaSong
marked it as to-read
Oh thank you Hilary Duff, I thought, Devoted ended kind of meanly, hope there is a 3rd book on it's way (it's understandable that she has been really busy with taking care of baby Luca) because I would really love to see Clea and Sage's story continue ;p
The long awaited book to end the trilogy!
This last book is definitely not as good as the second or even close to being as good as the first. It took me reading a little over half the book to get really into it. It's still an interesting book nonetheless. The last few chapters are what get you!
Great, yet a disappointing ending. I'm not too sure how feel about it. I mean, I read through all three books for that? Seriously? It all lead up to some, what I thought would be, an awesome ending, only t...more
This last book is definitely not as good as the second or even close to being as good as the first. It took me reading a little over half the book to get really into it. It's still an interesting book nonetheless. The last few chapters are what get you!
Great, yet a disappointing ending. I'm not too sure how feel about it. I mean, I read through all three books for that? Seriously? It all lead up to some, what I thought would be, an awesome ending, only t...more
Nov 08, 2012
Kylie Crucifixion
marked it as to-read
YES YES A COVER
Don't like the cover of the font though. Once again, it should MATCH the color of the fonts on the other books.
Anyway, I need this to hurry up and be out so I can have an excuse to re-read the series! :p
Don't like the cover of the font though. Once again, it should MATCH the color of the fonts on the other books.
Anyway, I need this to hurry up and be out so I can have an excuse to re-read the series! :p
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Main thoughts reading this?
1) The suspense is KILLING me !
2) Rayna, stawp. Staaawp, Rayna!
3) You couldn't just stay dead now could you?
Main thoughts during the ending?
1) Oh, for the love of God, WHY???
2) Dearest Rayna, I take back all the nasty things I said about you <3
Overall conclusion?
1) Epic.
2) Loved it!
1) The suspense is KILLING me !
2) Rayna, stawp. Staaawp, Rayna!
3) You couldn't just stay dead now could you?
Main thoughts during the ending?
1) Oh, for the love of God, WHY???
2) Dearest Rayna, I take back all the nasty things I said about you <3
Overall conclusion?
1) Epic.
2) Loved it!
Well you if you ever read this series you have to feel sorry for all the things that have happened to all the people in this books.I knew that in the end Clea and Sage would end up together it is just destiny.
I loved this whole series. One of the best things about this series in my opinion is that each book is equally good. The first two may have been more action-filled and fast paced, but I thought True wrapped up the series nicely.
I enjoy the concept of this trilogy but I think it could have been written better. It needed more depth to it. I didn't connect with any of the characters. I don't hate it as much as some of these reviews. It is okay, but it's not a book that I couldn't put down. I don't regret reading it.. 3.5 stars
Apr 03, 2013
Trina Reid
marked it as to-read
Cannot wait to read this book. Both myself and my daughter have been looking forward to finding out what happens between Clea and Sage since reading Devoted. Love Hilary Duff.
Perfect, as always! I love Hilary Duff. This serious is extremely captivating. Sage and Clea are perfect<3 I'm a little upset that the series is over,though.
I don't review books. I just have this app to look for new books and occasionally read someone's review to laugh or go "hmmm I might just see this point they're trying to make"
But this book upset me so much I just had to get on here and rant.
What the hell was on Hillary's mind to write this book the way she did?!
The man (Sage) is violent toward Clea and Rayna and everyone around him and it's okay because of the situation?! NOOOO.
Not to mention I never did find out about her dad. And then turning...more
But this book upset me so much I just had to get on here and rant.
What the hell was on Hillary's mind to write this book the way she did?!
The man (Sage) is violent toward Clea and Rayna and everyone around him and it's okay because of the situation?! NOOOO.
Not to mention I never did find out about her dad. And then turning...more
This was your basic story. I liked the way it was all wrapped up and enjoyed the ending. Nothing spectacular but it was a cute little series to read.
Completes the series, but it is very slow paced, and the tension that make the other books a little interesting is completely gone.
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I didn't feel the same connection with this book that I did the others, but it was still a satisfying conclusion and worth the read.
Mar 23, 2013
Rose
marked it as to-read
When I read the second book I really thought that was the end and thought it was so nice to not have thrown myself into a series that ends up being 2,000 books long. I think the way the second book ended wrapped everything up and it was all over. When I saw there was a new book in the series coming out I was like whaaaaaaat. The place the story left off was kind of tragic and honestly I was glad that's where it ended because then I didn't have to worry about what the outcome of what happened wou...more
Cannot wait to read the third instalment. I love Elixir and Devoted :)
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Hilary Erhard Duff is an American actress, pop singer-songwriter and entrepreneur. After gaining fame for playing the title role in the television show Lizzie McGuire, Duff went on to have a film career; her most commercially successful movies include Cheaper by the Dozen (2003), The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003), and A Cinderella Story (2004).
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