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Chosen (Stained #3)
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Ella James (Goodreads Author)
Julia has been chosen. While at the Stained compound, she was tapped as The One to win the war against the Nephilim and leashed with an illness that worsens each day she is away from The Three - and her destiny. Determined not to return to the frightening Chosen leaders and desperate to escape her fate, Julia and her friends journey to the Swiss Alps, home of a rogue Chose...more
Kindle Edition, 211 pages
Published
July 27th 2012
by Barkley's Books
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Shut the front DOOR!!!! Can anyone hear my heart pounding. Yes, that's right heart pounding so hard, had to walk around my table 3 times to get the adrenaline rush that Ella James put there, out of my system! I had taken a break and was trying to enter a contest on FB and I couldn't even win anything :( Because while I was waiting for the game to start, I glance over at my kindle to read only a couple of lines. And that was it. Game over. Story read.
Another FABULOUS book in the "stained series"...more
Another FABULOUS book in the "stained series"...more
I’m really disappointed in myself for not getting to the books that are in this series before reading this one as I feel I have missed important parts to the book for my own understanding. Although I haven’t read the other books, I find myself understanding what Ms. James has set up for us in this story line. I have read other work of hers and fell in love with her writing style and the way she kept me from doing things I was suppose to do but was too caught up in wanting to know what happens ne...more
I have become obsessed with Ella James and her books, and let me just say that she is a doll for sending me a copy of Chosen to review! I pretty much flew through this because I could not wait to find out what happens to Julia and Cayne and co. This book did not disappoint. The plot became thicker and juicier, some questions were answered, and I Cayne pretty much became my number one book boyfriend today!
So, getting right into it without giving away too much of the plot since this book has only...more
So, getting right into it without giving away too much of the plot since this book has only...more
Ahhhhhh!
Curse you, cliff hanger!! I will hunt you down and make you beg for mercy!!
Loved this book! So much suspense, action, drama, and romance that I was reeling when I finished it! One of the things I really liked about this book was Edan's role in all of this. His character is SO intriguing to me, and I need to know who's side he's really on! And then there's my sexy, misunderstood hunk Nathan and his role as a tool by the Three. Ahhh I really hope he and Meredith can be together when all o...more
Curse you, cliff hanger!! I will hunt you down and make you beg for mercy!!
Loved this book! So much suspense, action, drama, and romance that I was reeling when I finished it! One of the things I really liked about this book was Edan's role in all of this. His character is SO intriguing to me, and I need to know who's side he's really on! And then there's my sexy, misunderstood hunk Nathan and his role as a tool by the Three. Ahhh I really hope he and Meredith can be together when all o...more
Review 6 ******
This third book in the Stained series is absolutely FANTASTIC!
Julia is a wonderful character. She is a Chosen. She is strong and stubborn, and very much in love with Cayne. And she can see auras!
Cayne is a Nephilim, who is in love with Julia. He is a fantastic character. He is very complex, but also has a mysterious past. I think I've got a bit of a book crush on him!
This story continues on from the nail-biting cliffhanger of Stolen. The story is well written, with lots of plot tw...more
This third book in the Stained series is absolutely FANTASTIC!
Julia is a wonderful character. She is a Chosen. She is strong and stubborn, and very much in love with Cayne. And she can see auras!
Cayne is a Nephilim, who is in love with Julia. He is a fantastic character. He is very complex, but also has a mysterious past. I think I've got a bit of a book crush on him!
This story continues on from the nail-biting cliffhanger of Stolen. The story is well written, with lots of plot tw...more
So, we continue on with Cayne and Julia’s journey. The group: Julia, Cayne, Meredith, Drew and Carlin, and even Edan, are on their way to this place ‘safe haven’ for ex-chosen they’ve been told about. There is a lot of tension between Julia and Cayne on the trip there, and she has been giving him the silent treatment almost the entire way; even though he did get her out of there, she has very mixed feelings about him. Thinking of all the things that have happened in her life so far, plus finding...more
As I've stated in my previous reviews for this series, the story is interesting and worth the read. The writing style has room for improvement. That is generally the norm with indie authors, considering they don't have access to teams of people to consult on every aspect of a book, as with traditionally published authors.
Fair warning, after three books, I've noticed that the author seems fond of cliff-hanger endings (if you read the book, you will see the pun in that statement). In some cases,...more
Fair warning, after three books, I've noticed that the author seems fond of cliff-hanger endings (if you read the book, you will see the pun in that statement). In some cases,...more
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I swear to you, Ella James could teach a class in the art of cliffhangers!! She gives us another mind spinning, action packed addition to the Stained series and it just keeps getting better book after book. I honestly still don't know who to believe in. The only people I believe in for sure are Julia and Cayne. And maybe Mer and Drew...but with the way things twist and turn who knows.
Julia and the crew, after finally starting to relax and thinking they were wi...more
I swear to you, Ella James could teach a class in the art of cliffhangers!! She gives us another mind spinning, action packed addition to the Stained series and it just keeps getting better book after book. I honestly still don't know who to believe in. The only people I believe in for sure are Julia and Cayne. And maybe Mer and Drew...but with the way things twist and turn who knows.
Julia and the crew, after finally starting to relax and thinking they were wi...more
Chosen - Book 3 of the "Stained" series, July 30, 2012
Chosen does not disappoint! Author Ella James, has given us even more of what we loved in the first 2 books of the series: Love, Mystery, Relationships, Drama.
Chosen, like Stolen (book 2), picks up right where we left off. If you haven't read both Stained & Stolen, please read them first.
Chosen doesn't have quite as much action as the first 2 books, Ms. James makes up for that with character development. Her characters are written in a wa...more
Another good addition to the series. The beginning of this book had some seriously wonky formatting. I think it was a problem with the ebook. The text was all different sizes. It stopped after a few chapters and the story continued on. I feel like maybe books two and three could have been combined into one. This was more of the "who can we trust?" "what's really going on?" and we still did not really get any answers, just more questions. These books are not very long, so I do not thing it would...more
I love Ella James and her stories. The stained series has been great so far... Chosen is not my favorite book in the series however. Yes it moves the story along, but I felt that there wasn't much conflict resolution that you expect in a story. I had a hard time following who was saying what... and a harder time staying interested in the story. That being said, I'll return for another. Ella I think you are a great writer, but some extra editing seems like good advice to me. I found several typos...more
Yet another amazing read, just like the first two. This one I'll give 4.5 stars, though, unlike the full five like I gave the others. The reason for this was that I felt it lacked a bit of the action and thrill of Stained and Stolen. I read it in four or five sittings, instead of one or two.
But the first two were so incredible, I definitely put this one on a pedestal, and it was definitely great, I just didn't love it quite as much.
That ending, though. Wow. I had to read it over a few times beca...more
But the first two were so incredible, I definitely put this one on a pedestal, and it was definitely great, I just didn't love it quite as much.
That ending, though. Wow. I had to read it over a few times beca...more
Holy Angel Wings!! That did not just happen!!! Man, this was just heartbreaking and beautiful! Not only am I totally invested in what happens to Cayne and Julia, but I have grown to love several of their friends, too. And there's danger around every corner, they can't seem to figure out who to trust! Not only do they not know much about some of the people around them, they may not know as much as they think they do about themselves. But I have faith in both in them, they better not let me down!...more
ok so i'm cheating. i haven't finished the book yet but i wanted to give Ella James some early love. I stumbled upon this series and as soon as i started the first book i was hooked. i love love this series and it keeps getting better. Ella is an amaizing author and a really sweet person. I'm so excited to find out what happens with Cayne, Julia and the gang. They are trying to find out if Julia is infact "The One" and if bad boy Edan is on their side. Oh it just keeps getting better. Eeee! i'm...more
This next chapter in the tale of Julia and Cayne's journey to seek the truth and escape the three that want to use Julia to bring about the end of the Nephillim. They seek refuge in Swiss Alps with the rebellion. Julia has to decide who to trust. She doesn't even trust those in her group never mind the Three or the rebellion. I have only one request for the next book.....please let Cayne and Julia hook up. It's killing me! I love the character's and the plot. Cannot wait to get the next book!
Wow! What a way to end a book!
You know how you just know about a person or what's going to happen in a book? Yeah, I thought I knew too.
This book was filled with surprises! I knew Wean was bad but I didn't get his motivation... still really don't and now I can't wait to read Exalted to find out.
Then there is the mystery of people saying random things and you think, "oh, no! Please, don't do that!"
Gah! I need to read the next one ASAP!
Sorry, I know my reviews sound crazy sometimes. I just hate...more
You know how you just know about a person or what's going to happen in a book? Yeah, I thought I knew too.
This book was filled with surprises! I knew Wean was bad but I didn't get his motivation... still really don't and now I can't wait to read Exalted to find out.
Then there is the mystery of people saying random things and you think, "oh, no! Please, don't do that!"
Gah! I need to read the next one ASAP!
Sorry, I know my reviews sound crazy sometimes. I just hate...more
Ella James has done it again!!! Not only is she a talented author but she is able to weave and twist her worlds and words just they way it needs to be done!!! I have been a fan for sometime now and that will never change. I am not one to give away too much in a review but I will tell you this, there will be no disappointments!!! You think the other two in this series rocked you, this one will knock your socks off!!!! 5/5 stars and a MUST READ!!!!
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Another amazing book in the stained series .. what a fantastic read . I love Ella's books she is by far a stand out author with great talent, easy read novel for any age . I had previously read the first two books in the stained series ( book 1 stained and book 2 stolen ) and this third installment does not disappoint. Our main characters grow and develop plus there are plenty of twists and turns . All in all a book that will stay with you even after you turn the final page , I will be e...more
Another amazing book in the stained series .. what a fantastic read . I love Ella's books she is by far a stand out author with great talent, easy read novel for any age . I had previously read the first two books in the stained series ( book 1 stained and book 2 stolen ) and this third installment does not disappoint. Our main characters grow and develop plus there are plenty of twists and turns . All in all a book that will stay with you even after you turn the final page , I will be e...more
OH
4.5 it rocked! trust me when i say it
i know i took a long time to read cause of my work! but trust me ive never read any nephilm book with such a suspense and drama and everything! it was awesome just can't explain how good and amazing it was
MUST READ DON'T LEAVE IT READ IT!
MUST READ DON'T LEAVE IT READ IT!
It is 12:20 am and I just finished Chosen! MY MY MY MY MY! I know I should go to bed, but I have to read at least a chapter of "Exalted" this is the last book of this series. I want to so THANK YOU Ella James for being an awesome AUTHOR!!!!!
Before reading:
Someone is traitor.
Someone changes sides.
Someone is dragged to Hades.
A new romance blossoms.
An old romance is damned.
An old romance is damned? Oh heck no! It better not be Cayne and Julia. And the new romance Eden and Julia! HECK NO!
Someone is traitor.
Someone changes sides.
Someone is dragged to Hades.
A new romance blossoms.
An old romance is damned.
An old romance is damned? Oh heck no! It better not be Cayne and Julia. And the new romance Eden and Julia! HECK NO!
I hate cliff hangers!!! Awesome book, loved it even more then the first two. Can't wait to see what awaits the gang in the next book. Loving this series
This book was just as good as the second one. The action in this third installment was about the same as the previous. Finally Julia seems like the 17 old she was written to be.
Seems like most of these books start a bit slow... but end strong.. with lots of action. Not a bad book though... still entertaining.
I can't wait for the next book to come out to find out what will happen next. There are many twist and turns and you're never sure who Julia should trust.
So not my favorite book in this series. I don't know maybe I wasn't in the right mood or something. I thought Julia and Cayne were super cute together and I love how their relationship has developed. I still like all the characters and the plot is still good. However the story didn't feel like it progressed in this book. I mean besides searching for the "swosen" and Julia's headaches nothing happens in this book. It seems like you good have chopped this book down to 50pages and the added to the...more
Thank you, Sugar Britches, for gifting me this book. I've been anxious to read this series since I got the first book.
Great job! Wow about sums it up. Great action and great love story cant wait to see how it all turns out.
Much better than the first two.
The ending was a bit random and confusing, but im looking forward to reading the next book.
So hoping Julia gets a happy ending!! Can't wait to read the final book in this series!
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Ella James is the author of Stained and Stolen, books one and two in the Stained Series; HERE, book one in a sci-fi romance trilogy; and Before You Go, a romance YA beach read that tells the first meeting of Logan and Margo, who will be featured in her upcoming adult release, Over The Moon. She has a YA paranormal romance release scheduled for every month of 2012, including Chosen (Stained Book Th...more
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