"I don't love Sonny Flannery."
That's the lie Kelley Winslow told to protect the boy she loves from a power he doesn't know he possesses. De... read full description
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Dec 17, 2010
AH! A year?!!!!!! NOOO! Why must it be a year till this book comes out?!!!
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Jan 07, 2011
Michele (CanadianTwiMom)
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I. N.E.E.D. M.O.R.E.!!!!!!!!!!!
An exhilerating conclusion to the Wondrous Strange trilogy... only it left me wanting... NEEDING... MORE!!!!!!!!
Tempestuous starts off literally moments where Darklight left off. Kelley had just told Tyff (knowing that Sonny was listening) that she didn't love Sonny and never did... all in a ruse to drive Sonny and his green magick away for his own safety. The domino affect of this lie ripples right to the end of this trilogy.
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An exhilerating conclusion to the Wondrous Strange trilogy... only it left me wanting... NEEDING... MORE!!!!!!!!
Tempestuous starts off literally moments where Darklight left off. Kelley had just told Tyff (knowing that Sonny was listening) that she didn't love Sonny and never did... all in a ruse to drive Sonny and his green magick away for his own safety. The domino affect of this lie ripples right to the end of this trilogy.
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Feb 27, 2011
I was really mad about the whole "I don't love Sonny Flannery." thing, because really I just wanted to read about Kelley and Sonny sharing some lip action. Luckily there is still some hot lip action going on... and Sonny isn't the only one getting some, if you know what I mean...
This is such a marvelous series. Livingston is a brilliant writer... her stories really are a work of art, sometimes I get lost in her descriptions. And I mean that as a compliment.
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Mar 17, 2011
Jodi
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My friend won the ARC at the end of last year, and I FINALLY got my hands on it. So technically, I'm not an "advanced reader" of the book but it is the uncorrected proof so I still feel excited! Now, to the review!
WOW!. . . I hate giving anything away, so all I can say is if you like faerie books, read this series! It just got better and better. The first two in the series, Wondrous Strange and Darklight, I would consider a low five stars, but this one blew those two out of t More...
WOW!. . . I hate giving anything away, so all I can say is if you like faerie books, read this series! It just got better and better. The first two in the series, Wondrous Strange and Darklight, I would consider a low five stars, but this one blew those two out of t More...
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Dec 17, 2010
Katieb (MundieMoms)
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Tempestuous is an exciting, action packed ending to Lesley's Wondrous Strange series. With all the plot twists, the "who done it" mystery finally revealed, and Kelley and Sonny finally realizing their powers full potentials, I couldn't have asked for a better ending. The faerie courts are at war, allies are broken, new ones made, new characters are introduced, other character's end their journeys and some make choices that completely surprised me. Tempestuous is no More...
Tempestuous is an exciting, action packed ending to Lesley's Wondrous Strange series. With all the plot twists, the "who done it" mystery finally revealed, and Kelley and Sonny finally realizing their powers full potentials, I couldn't have asked for a better ending. The faerie courts are at war, allies are broken, new ones made, new characters are introduced, other character's end their journeys and some make choices that completely surprised me. Tempestuous is no More...
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Feb 19, 2011
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Dec 27, 2010
Krista (One Love) (Critical)
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Ugh, so, I don't know what happened with this last book, but I just...didn't like it very much. It was okay. But I'd never want to read it again, that's for sure. I'm not sure if it's because I'm just bored of this trilogy, or if this book just wasn't as good as the others. Maybe I just wasn't in the mood for it?
First of all, Kelley pissed me off in this book. She makes some really stupid decisions that make me want to shake her and shout, "What are you thinking, you idiot!?" More...
First of all, Kelley pissed me off in this book. She makes some really stupid decisions that make me want to shake her and shout, "What are you thinking, you idiot!?" More...
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Dec 09, 2011
Mimi
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A satisfying ending to the trilogy. Didn't see the dragon coming! Kind of Sleeping Beauty almost there at the end. There were plot twists that I did not expect, so I enjoyed being surprised. I like how the whole time Kelley thought she would be Sonny's greatest weakness but in the end she was his greatest strength. Aw. Sweet. :)
I like how the parental issues Kelley has with her parents are reunited. I like how Sonny gets to find out who is dad is.
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I like how the parental issues Kelley has with her parents are reunited. I like how Sonny gets to find out who is dad is.
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Jun 15, 2011
Kari
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When they say "the breathtaking conclusion to Lesley Livingston's ravishing urban Faerie trilogy", they really do mean breathtaking. The descriptions were beautiful {sometimes terrifyingly so}, but it was really wonderful. I did think it was slightly anticlimactic, but all in all a very good read. There are some Fae books out right now {many of which were published around the same time} that I had/have a difficult time getting into, and this one really gripped my attention.
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Aug 09, 2011
Kate
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4,5 stars from me for this book.
It was... simply amazing to be back in the fairy world with Sonny and Kelley. I was a bit scared to have some problems copming back into this story, as I've read the second book a long time ago, but as soon as I've read the first chapter, I knew what happened so far.
I really love this particular fairy world, as it reminds me on the Shakperian fae and isn't too abstract like other fairybooks these days. The language was once again great to read, and even More...
It was... simply amazing to be back in the fairy world with Sonny and Kelley. I was a bit scared to have some problems copming back into this story, as I've read the second book a long time ago, but as soon as I've read the first chapter, I knew what happened so far.
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Jul 07, 2011
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Tempestuous by Lesley Livingston lived up to its name- it made me angry and left me with conflicting emotions.
I really wanted this trilogy to end on a high note, but the final installment in the Wondrous Strange trilogy, Tempestuous, just didn’t do it for me.
First off, I must say this fast-moving novel does give closure to the Wondrous Strange trilogy. Unfortunately, from the middle of Da More...
Tempestuous by Lesley Livingston lived up to its name- it made me angry and left me with conflicting emotions.
I really wanted this trilogy to end on a high note, but the final installment in the Wondrous Strange trilogy, Tempestuous, just didn’t do it for me.
First off, I must say this fast-moving novel does give closure to the Wondrous Strange trilogy. Unfortunately, from the middle of Da More...
Jun 03, 2011
Ifmary
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I really like Tempestuous, the third and last book in Lesley Livingston series. I didn't give it 5 stars because it was difficut for me to get into the story at the beginning. Kelsey was getting on my nerves after this "I don't love Sonny Flannery" thing and all the kestrel thing was really weird too. Sonny was just hum... useless and the chapters from his POV at first were annoying. But fortunately after a few chapters there is more actions and I read the rest of the book pretty quick
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Jan 14, 2011
Terry (Ter05 TwiMoms/ MundieMoms)
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The last book of the trilogy and another really good read. These books are loosely based on old characters of the fey who are a part of Kelley's life and of her heritage. As a budding young actress in Shakespeare plays, she fights to understand her powers and to keep Sonny from realizing just who he is. His incredible power and heritage is revealed in the second book, but Kelley has had the memory taken from him to protect him. Was she right in doing this or was it a betrayal of sorts not to
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Aug 31, 2011
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Jun 26, 2011
Jenny
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This book took me so long to finish, not because of the size (it isn't that big of a book) but because of the lack of enjoyment or excitement... or really anything interesting to keep me going.
I believe books should flow through a person. It should be enjoyable and exciting, at the same time keeping you wondering about what will happen next. It should keep you reading for one thing.
This book is the third book in the 'Wondrous Strange' series. I loved the first book, it was funny and More...
I believe books should flow through a person. It should be enjoyable and exciting, at the same time keeping you wondering about what will happen next. It should keep you reading for one thing.
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Mar 08, 2011
Brittney
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Sad as I am to be finished, I thought this was a great conclusion to a trilogy. I think, on the whole, I found this book the most frustrating but also the most exciting.
There's nothing I hate more than reading a book and have it all figured out halfway through. Luckily, that wasn't the case here. I had some theories by the end of the second book about what was going on and who was behind it. While my suspicions were right to some extent, there were still some surprises thrown my way More...
There's nothing I hate more than reading a book and have it all figured out halfway through. Luckily, that wasn't the case here. I had some theories by the end of the second book about what was going on and who was behind it. While my suspicions were right to some extent, there were still some surprises thrown my way More...
Jan 08, 2011
Jenny
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I was so torn while read Tempestuous--not because it wasn’t good, it was great and then some but because its always sad to see the end of a series. Remember Darklight the second book in the series? Well that ended with one doozy of a cliff-hanger ending so of course I wanted to see what Sonny’s reaction would be and how Kelley will deal with the big lie she told.
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Tempestuous picks up right where Darklight left off so if you’re planning to read the series then reading them back to bac More...
May 27, 2011
Carla
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The end of Ms. Livingston's trilogy brings mystery, possible betrayal, Faerie Court War all into the mix. The book picks up with Kelley learning all the secrets pertaining to Sonny and his true heritage and her need to protect him, the Court, and those that would use that knowledge for good or bad - so by wiping memories, giving back protective spells, and convincing him she doesn't love him.. because faeries can't lie (but she can). The Janus Guard has been corrupted and is now killing for kill
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Feb 24, 2011
Asher
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Quick Thinking: Although not as magnificent as anticipated, Tempestuous was a satisfying closing to this amazing trilogy! Love is majorly tested...bad guys turning up most unexpectedly...hateful crimes and killings...intense fighting and spell-casting...griping best friends and roommate...Tempestuous carries all of the qualities that made me fall in love with this trilogy to begin with! From a joyous love to an exhilarating whirlwind of a plot all they way down to the humor pouring out of the ch
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Dec 30, 2011
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Nov 11, 2011
Asma
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The last thing Kelley Winslow wanted was to push Sonny away, but she's convinced that it'll keep him from falling in the wrong hands. While she's trying to figure out who's after Sonny and harming the Fae monarchies, Sonny unwittingly walks into the Lost Fae's sanctuary-- the only place where they can hide from rogue Janus Guards. Even apart, Kelley and Sonny work together to maintain the Fae world, save their world, and maybe even their love.
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Dec 31, 2011
Jules
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Dopo averci condotto nel magico mondo di Wondrous Strange e Dark Light, Lesley Livingston conclude la sua trilogia con il terzo atto di questa storia, Tempestuous, che segna la resa dei conti sia per il mondo fatato che per quello umano.
Tra i vari young adult che ci sono in circolazione sicuramente la trilogia della Livingston ha saputo mettere in campo la sua originalità. Far rivivere in una dimensione urban fantasy i personaggi che popolano lo shakespeariano Sogno di una notte di mez More...
Tra i vari young adult che ci sono in circolazione sicuramente la trilogia della Livingston ha saputo mettere in campo la sua originalità. Far rivivere in una dimensione urban fantasy i personaggi che popolano lo shakespeariano Sogno di una notte di mez More...
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Jan 30, 2012
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The final installment in Lesley Livingston's "Wondrous Strange" trilogy picks up where its predecessor, DARKLIGHT, left off. Young actress Kelley Winslow, a faerie royal raised among humans, has found love with Sonny Flannery, a human changeling part of the Janus Guard, a group of changelings who protect the mortal realm from rogue faeries. But there's trouble in the faerie world: Kelley's father, Auberon the Winter King, is dying. Sonny's orgins turn out to be more powerful than imagi
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Dec 17, 2010
Mundie Moms & Mundie Kids
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Tempestuous is an exciting, action packed ending to Lesley's Wondrous Strange series. With all the plot twists, the "who done it" mystery finally revealed, and Kelley and Sonny finally realizing their powers full potentials, I couldn't have asked for a better ending. The faerie courts are at war, allies are broken, new ones made, new characters are introduced, other character's end their journeys and some make choices that completely surprised me. Tempestuous is non More...
Tempestuous is an exciting, action packed ending to Lesley's Wondrous Strange series. With all the plot twists, the "who done it" mystery finally revealed, and Kelley and Sonny finally realizing their powers full potentials, I couldn't have asked for a better ending. The faerie courts are at war, allies are broken, new ones made, new characters are introduced, other character's end their journeys and some make choices that completely surprised me. Tempestuous is non More...
Apr 06, 2011
Elizabeth "Liza"
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I really enjoyed this series. I have to confess that I was a little confused by the time the thrid book came around since it has been so long since I read Darklight. Darklight was really good until the end when Kelley lied to 'protect' Sonny.
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I loved Sonny since the first book and I was really glad that it was determined early on in Tempestuous that Kelley lied and they didn't have to suffer more than necessary. This book was action packed and was easy to follow, and the the ending More...
Jun 13, 2011
Libby
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I'm not really sure why I read this one--maybe a compulsion to see a story to an end. The first book in this trilogy was sent as a suggestion to my goodreads mail. I was intrigued by the influence of Fair Folk in the contemporary world, but my true interest came in the story's ties to Shakespeare and A Midsummer Night's Dream. The characterization and writing was a little overdramatic, but the Shakespeare ties were creative. Book Two was more of the overly dramatic and less of the Shakespear
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Feb 12, 2012
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Apr 14, 2011
Natalie
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Completely disappointing. Was looking for more romance between her and Sonny and found practically none. The 2nd book left me at a cliff hanger, wanting more. This series only left me with utter disappointment.
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Jan 23, 2011
Aydrea
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Another fantastic book, it was so good. There was some awesome action and I was constantly trying to guess who was behind it all. I have to say that I love Sonny, he awesome and adorable when he isn't all hopped up on power. On the other hand I wanted to smack Fenn because he ticked me off (even though I felt kind of bad for him in the end). I still liked Kelley except where Fenn was concerned I kind of wanted to smack her too. Anyway, I also love many of the secondary characters (like Maddox, J
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Jan 03, 2011
Katie
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I really liked this book, but part of me felt like it wasn't quite as good as the first two books. Or maybe it was just the fact that I could only read this in small blocks of time, and wasn't as able to get as "into it" that way. It's still definitely worth reading though, and has a good plot. As usual, the characters are great and really believable. After reading two series of "daughter of Auberon" books, I have to say that the characterization of the Fae Royalty in thi
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