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9,888 voters
The Indigo Spell (Bloodlines #3)
by
Richelle Mead (Goodreads Author)
In the aftermath of a forbidden moment that rocked Sydney to her core, she finds herself struggling to draw the line between her Alchemist teachings and what her heart is urging her to do. Then she meets alluring, rebellious Marcus Finch--a former Alchemist who escaped against all odds, and is now on the run. Marcus wants to teach Sydney the secrets he claims the Alchemist...more
Hardcover, 1st Edition, 401 pages
Published
February 12th 2013
by Razorbill
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Mar 11, 2013
Sam
rated it
5 of 5 stars
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pure-awesomeness
No. Just no. I've literally just finished The Golden Lily and I feel like screaming and crying...and screaming and crying some more. The ending was pure torture!
Richelle, when your lying in bed at night, please think of us Adrian Ivashkov fans sitting at home re and re-reading chapter 24 looking a bit like this:

2013 is TOO far away! I NEED my daily dose of Adrian!
Update: GUYS! GUYS! IT HAS A TITLE! The Indigo Spell! It sounds freakin' awesome! :D But.... :O February 2013?! Too long.
Update: A c...more
Richelle, when your lying in bed at night, please think of us Adrian Ivashkov fans sitting at home re and re-reading chapter 24 looking a bit like this:


2013 is TOO far away! I NEED my daily dose of Adrian!
Update: GUYS! GUYS! IT HAS A TITLE! The Indigo Spell! It sounds freakin' awesome! :D But.... :O February 2013?! Too long.
Update: A c...more
(I know :( My gifs are all gone...but the review was too long XD)
UPDATE: OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!!!!!! GUYS!!! I'M DONE DONE DONE DONE DONE!!!! AND OMG. WHO AT THE END HAD BIPOLAR FEELS FOR SYDNEY!? I was about to kill the girl one second and then she ACTUALLY decides to use her brain and make mumma proud!!! WOOOT!!! :D FLAILY FANGIRLY REVIEW TO COME XD

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Holy mother o...more
UPDATE: OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!!!!!! GUYS!!! I'M DONE DONE DONE DONE DONE!!!! AND OMG. WHO AT THE END HAD BIPOLAR FEELS FOR SYDNEY!? I was about to kill the girl one second and then she ACTUALLY decides to use her brain and make mumma proud!!! WOOOT!!! :D FLAILY FANGIRLY REVIEW TO COME XD

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Holy mother o...more
I was SO EXCITED to read an ARC because The Golden Lily was one of my favourite books of 2012, so naturally I couldn't wait to get my hands on TIS. It was as phenomenal as I was expecting and my expectations for the SYDRIAN stuff were very high based on Richelle and Penguin's tweets. I'm so happy to say that the book was HOTTER than I would have thought.
Adrian and Sydney's relationship develops a lot and Sydney finally realises her feelings for him. We get to see Sonya's wedding too, which was...more
Adrian and Sydney's relationship develops a lot and Sydney finally realises her feelings for him. We get to see Sonya's wedding too, which was...more
I've never been a huge fan of Sydney, but she really grew on me in this book. Oh, who the hell am I kidding. I read this book solely for Adrian, and he sure did not disappoint.
08.05.12 - I just noticed the finished cover (released 07.12.12). Left tattooed guy has got to be Marcus.
06.26.12 - Yay! We have a cover! Um, who's the other dude?!?
06.14.12 - The Golden Lily had me until the last page!
I was like (view spoiler)
What...more
08.05.12 - I just noticed the finished cover (released 07.12.12). Left tattooed guy has got to be Marcus.
06.26.12 - Yay! We have a cover! Um, who's the other dude?!?
06.14.12 - The Golden Lily had me until the last page!
I was like (view spoiler)
What...more
Apr 17, 2013
Tanja (Tanychy) St. Delphi
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommended to Tanja (Tanychy) by:
read-along with my girls ;)
AFTER READING:
Review also posted at Ja čitam, a ti?
It's not a secret that I've always been team Dimka. He was - I believe - my first vampire crush and now looking back it's hard to believe that all those years passed by so quickly. Still I was happy to read Adrian's story as I've always believed that he need his HEA. I still don't how will he get one but he deserves it.
The Indigo Spell was one of most-expecting books this year and needless to say a lot of amazing books are coming out this year...more
Review also posted at Ja čitam, a ti?
It's not a secret that I've always been team Dimka. He was - I believe - my first vampire crush and now looking back it's hard to believe that all those years passed by so quickly. Still I was happy to read Adrian's story as I've always believed that he need his HEA. I still don't how will he get one but he deserves it.
The Indigo Spell was one of most-expecting books this year and needless to say a lot of amazing books are coming out this year...more
I can’t even complain about that dreadful ending because I’m still full of RAINBOWS, GLITTERS, RUNNING TOWARDS THE SUNSET HAPPY SYDRIAN FEELS!

And that is far as spoilers I am willing(and able to give because I already feel the beginnings of the wrath of the God of No Spoilers *shudders*). So the rest of my review will stay hidden to spare my life, just to be sure because I think I won’t be able to stop myself with the surge of STRONG FEELINGS that I would surely have while writing this review....more

And that is far as spoilers I am willing(and able to give because I already feel the beginnings of the wrath of the God of No Spoilers *shudders*). So the rest of my review will stay hidden
Hooray--my status with Richelle Mead goes from "it's complicated" back to "in a relationship" again! *throws confetti* This review is spoiler-free even if you haven't read any of the other books Bloodlines or VA books.
Vampire Academy is one of my favorite YA series and I'm usually a big fan of this author's, but I've had middling reactions to her books across all genres since Spirit Bound and Iron Crowned. I am happy to report that the magic is back again for this latest installment of the Blood...more
Vampire Academy is one of my favorite YA series and I'm usually a big fan of this author's, but I've had middling reactions to her books across all genres since Spirit Bound and Iron Crowned. I am happy to report that the magic is back again for this latest installment of the Blood...more
Wow. For fans of Sydney & Adrian, Richelle Mead is on fire.
As for the actual plot, The Indigo Spell is my favorite of the series so far, although the different storylines needed a bit of juggling. But so looking forward to The Fiery Heart.
You can also see this review on my blog here.
There’s a reason why there are so few authors whose books I anticipate as eagerly as Richelle Mead’s. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not the kind of guy for whom an author can do no wrong, but after Vampire Academy, its...more
As for the actual plot, The Indigo Spell is my favorite of the series so far, although the different storylines needed a bit of juggling. But so looking forward to The Fiery Heart.
You can also see this review on my blog here.
There’s a reason why there are so few authors whose books I anticipate as eagerly as Richelle Mead’s. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not the kind of guy for whom an author can do no wrong, but after Vampire Academy, its...more
Okay. So what would you like to happen?
Me. I want (if these don't already happen in TGL)
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
Well, now that I've TGL, I guess I still want these to happen, but maybe I should say this:
~ Sydney and Adrian to kiss (again)
Okay, so The Indigo Spell is the third book in the really awesome Bloodlines series by Richelle Mead. It is hopefully going to be like The Golden Lily, a sad but happy story. Ric...more
Me. I want (if these don't already happen in TGL)
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
~ Sydney and Adrian to date
Well, now that I've TGL, I guess I still want these to happen, but maybe I should say this:
~ Sydney and Adrian to kiss (again)
Okay, so The Indigo Spell is the third book in the really awesome Bloodlines series by Richelle Mead. It is hopefully going to be like The Golden Lily, a sad but happy story. Ric...more
Conversation was irrelevant. Only pie mattered.

If you have not read the Vampire Academy series, I'd suggest you read part 1 of this review and stop there, or you will have VA spoiled for you (Bloodlines is a spin-off). If you have not read VA, then you are free to picture me scowling at you. Vampire Academy : Blood Sisters is going to be a movie soon, so get on it! Before you ask, don't even blaspheme my review by trying to compare this to Twilight. It's not the same. At all.
Why the random pi...more
Mar 03, 2013
Stephanie ♥Loves Adrian Ivashkov and Warner!♥
rated it
5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Bloodlines has grown to be one of my favorite YA book series, if not the favorite. And of course you all know I'm more than crazy about
Adrian Ivashkov.
So reading this books has become something I'm looking forward to everytime. I must say I like these better than Vampire Academy! *waits for VA fans to strike me down*
I just get so much joy from reading these Bloodlines books. Especially when Adrian comes in. *swoon swoon swoon* ;D
I loved it so much. So many amazing moments. Ahhh, Richelle Mead...more
Adrian Ivashkov.
So reading this books has become something I'm looking forward to everytime. I must say I like these better than Vampire Academy! *waits for VA fans to strike me down*
I just get so much joy from reading these Bloodlines books. Especially when Adrian comes in. *swoon swoon swoon* ;D
I loved it so much. So many amazing moments. Ahhh, Richelle Mead...more
Beautifully written book and great sequel!! I actually loved the developments in here, even if I can't really imagine what could happen next... Or better, I could, but all I see is me suffering and screaming because of the ANGST that is coming.
Sigh.
And it IS coming.
P.s. Sydrian <3
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27/11/12 - Dear Richelle,
Just so you know, I haven't forgotten about your evil plans for this book and am still stalking you like there's no tomorrow.
Love the new pics from the trailer.
Sincerely, me.
09/08/12 - “Un...more
Oh man SWOON!!!! Okay similar to the last review I have to say I'm still lying naked covered in cigarettes, alcohol, cheery slush and now also fondue begging Adrian to have his way with me!!! LOL Plus can I be an honorary member of AYE?!?!?!?!

Happy Indigo Spell Release Day!!!!
This will be more Adrian fangirling than anything resembling a review but I think that is what this book calls for!
Let's start with my husband of course! I say this all the time but I would seriously lick the ground Adrian...more

Happy Indigo Spell Release Day!!!!
This will be more Adrian fangirling than anything resembling a review but I think that is what this book calls for!
Let's start with my husband of course! I say this all the time but I would seriously lick the ground Adrian...more

(Wow. Aren't I talented. :D)
After reading:
1) I want to marry Adrian Ivashkov.
2) I want a Callistana. (Do not google what that is.)
Every second I spent waiting for this book to come out was WORTH it.
Indigo Spell = SO, SOOO awesome.
That college party scene!

And THE FREAKING CALLISTANA (view spoiler)! I laughed so hard. Seriously, any scene with that thing was hilarious.
And EVERY SINGLE SYDNEY/ADRIAN scene was jhufdkshfdshdhf!!!
"...more
I was absolutely ecstatic when i got a chance to read this! I had been dying to read it so i did a little happy dance when i got it! :D This book was utter perfection and had everything i wanted. The romance, the action, he suspense is all kicked up a notch. And Sydrian will make you swoon your pants off! The wedding was awesome and we do get a sydrian dance!!! We also get to see rose and Dimitri and the rest of the gang.
The story starts off with Sydney looking for Marcus Finch, the mysterious e...more
The story starts off with Sydney looking for Marcus Finch, the mysterious e...more
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"Whatever logic and reason I normally possessed had melted away. There was nothing but flesh and fire left, and I wasn't going to lie to myself—at least not tonight. I wanted him. I arched my back, fully aware oh how vulnerable that made me and that I was giving him an invitation. He accepted it and laid me back against the table, bringing his body down on top of mine. That crushing kiss of his moved from my mouth to the nape of my neck. He pushed down the edge of my dress and the bra strap unde...more
I am bestowing another of my (not so) coveted five stars to The Indigo Spell. I’m pretty sure that prior to reading it that I’m going to give it a perfect score. The Golden Lily was epically good and it shouldn’t be a surprise that it has a successful follow- up. Truly a successful one, no doubt about that.
I liked the Bloodlines series a whole lot better than the original series. And it kind of amazes me still, because I’m one of those who are not fond of spin-off series. But third in the series...more
I liked the Bloodlines series a whole lot better than the original series. And it kind of amazes me still, because I’m one of those who are not fond of spin-off series. But third in the series...more
This all feels so surreal... I don't even know what to say. Is this real life?
SYDRIAN!!!
SYDRIAN!!!
Adrian and Sydney you guys are totally amazing!!!
You're so perfect for each other!!!
Thanks God there's no love triangle!!


EDIT 7.25.2012
Just read the synopsis... I don't want a love triangle!! Hell, no!! I mean c'mon....Adrian has gone through this(it isn't fair to him) and Sydney isn't that type of girl!! She hasn't even come to terms with her feelings for Adrian!! I don't believe she will feel something for another guy!!
EDIT 26.06.2012
Now it has a cover!! A cover which leaves you with like.......more
You're so perfect for each other!!!
Thanks God there's no love triangle!!


EDIT 7.25.2012
Just read the synopsis... I don't want a love triangle!! Hell, no!! I mean c'mon....Adrian has gone through this(it isn't fair to him) and Sydney isn't that type of girl!! She hasn't even come to terms with her feelings for Adrian!! I don't believe she will feel something for another guy!!
EDIT 26.06.2012
Now it has a cover!! A cover which leaves you with like.......more
I can't even begin to tell you how I felt about The Golden Lily. It was just so...AWESOME! The ending was like, oh my gosh, I can't even describe how I felt. I really actually wanted to cry when I finished reading the book, I really just felt for Adrian, and GAH, I just wanted to choke Sydney and hug her at the same time if that makes any type of sense. But if you haven't read it, I strongly suggest you read it. Rarely do I ever feel so attatched to a book, but the Bloodlines series is just so f...more
GUYS IT COME OUT IN LESS THAN A MONTH I CAN'T BREATHE

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Richelle tweeted that Marcus Finch is in his early 20's, and since he's mentioned in this blurb, perhaps he will serve as the other end of the Sydney-Adrian love triangle?
.....
They added the tattoos! Interesting. Judging from his tattoo, I guess the guy on the left is Marcus Finch. Marcus is blond with blue eyes and suntanned features. So either that's someone else or it's a fail on the cover-makers' part.
.....
The cover is out! It's v...more

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Richelle tweeted that Marcus Finch is in his early 20's, and since he's mentioned in this blurb, perhaps he will serve as the other end of the Sydney-Adrian love triangle?
.....
They added the tattoos! Interesting. Judging from his tattoo, I guess the guy on the left is Marcus Finch. Marcus is blond with blue eyes and suntanned features. So either that's someone else or it's a fail on the cover-makers' part.
.....
The cover is out! It's v...more
After reading
Sydney has grown. Adrian is happy. I saw cameos. Some things weren't as expected. Just... :)
8 months. 8. FREAKING. MONTHS! I waited an entire year for The Golden Lily only to let Richelle Mead stomp my heart into little tiny bit of pieces (AGAIN!) with The Golden Lily's ending ...EIGHT. MONTHS. I just c-can't.
I feel like hiding in a cave and hiding out surviving only on berries until February --what? 12th! PLEASE. PLEASE. PLEASE. Don't do this to me Richelle.....me and you? We're cl...more
Sydney has grown. Adrian is happy. I saw cameos. Some things weren't as expected. Just... :)
8 months. 8. FREAKING. MONTHS! I waited an entire year for The Golden Lily only to let Richelle Mead stomp my heart into little tiny bit of pieces (AGAIN!) with The Golden Lily's ending ...EIGHT. MONTHS. I just c-can't.
I feel like hiding in a cave and hiding out surviving only on berries until February --what? 12th! PLEASE. PLEASE. PLEASE. Don't do this to me Richelle.....me and you? We're cl...more
Two Words: ADRIAN IVASHKOV
This is the only thing running in repeat in my head.
Adrian.
Sydney.
Sydrian.
Adrian.
Sydney.
Sydrian.
Adrian.
Sydney.
Sydrian.
Because this book has taken everything up a notch. The romance. The danger. The thrill. The plot. And of course Adrian's awesomeness.
Full and Sensible Review to come.
This is the only thing running in repeat in my head.
Adrian.
Sydney.
Sydrian.
Adrian.
Sydney.
Sydrian.
Adrian.
Sydney.
Sydrian.
Because this book has taken everything up a notch. The romance. The danger. The thrill. The plot. And of course Adrian's awesomeness.
Full and Sensible Review to come.
Ok people. OK YOUR HEAR ME? This book, and the mind that created such an addicting series I had to call work saying i'd be late! Oh woman, how could you do this to ME?! You have left me with such incredible anticipation for THE FIERY HEART that i'm literally tearing my skin into little balls of fists at the wait! THE INCREDIBLY LONG 8 MONTH WAIT! And yes, I know i'm not the only one feeling the same inexplicable feeling, but it still feels good to express such obsessive standards in my mind and...more
Here's the first paragraph:
This wasn’t the first time I’d been pulled out of bed for a crucial mission. It was, however, the first time I’d been subjected to such a personal line of questioning.
“Are you a virgin?”
Exciting isn't it? And that last part of the second book was a killer!!!! I can't wait till next year so I'm gonna lay out my expectations:
1. Adrian dates another girl. As crazy as that sounds if Adrian dates then Sydney would get jealous and before you know it Sydney would be jumping o...more
This wasn’t the first time I’d been pulled out of bed for a crucial mission. It was, however, the first time I’d been subjected to such a personal line of questioning.
“Are you a virgin?”
Exciting isn't it? And that last part of the second book was a killer!!!! I can't wait till next year so I'm gonna lay out my expectations:
1. Adrian dates another girl. As crazy as that sounds if Adrian dates then Sydney would get jealous and before you know it Sydney would be jumping o...more
Feb 23, 2013
♠ Sharon is an emotional book junkie ♠
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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Dear Mr. Green Eyes,
I fell for you way back in my Vampire Academy reading days and even though you thought you loved Rose, I knew she wasn't the one for you. It was hard watching you get your heart broke but when I heard you would be in Richelle Mead's new series, I knew there was hope for you.
Unfortunately, the book's main character was Sydney. Alchemist Sydney who hates vampires. Meek Sydney not a kick@ss Sydney. How could that work? Would she be the one for you or just a rebound? Could I st...more
I fell for you way back in my Vampire Academy reading days and even though you thought you loved Rose, I knew she wasn't the one for you. It was hard watching you get your heart broke but when I heard you would be in Richelle Mead's new series, I knew there was hope for you.
Unfortunately, the book's main character was Sydney. Alchemist Sydney who hates vampires. Meek Sydney not a kick@ss Sydney. How could that work? Would she be the one for you or just a rebound? Could I st...more
I wrote this while I was high on Sydrian. So it'll probably contain lots of incoherent gushing and fangirling. Just warning.
Initial Reaction after completing the book


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Okay. I needed to get that out of my system.
But I'm so happy. So freaking happy!
I don't even know what to say. I am zapped. Speechless. Yep, it was that amazing.
What I loved
Callistana. Hair gel. COLLEGE PARTY. Dreams. Distractions. Math tutors. Airplane rides. Hopper. Ivashkinator....more
Initial Reaction after completing the book


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Okay. I needed to get that out of my system.
But I'm so happy. So freaking happy!
I don't even know what to say. I am zapped. Speechless. Yep, it was that amazing.
What I loved
Callistana. Hair gel. COLLEGE PARTY. Dreams. Distractions. Math tutors. Airplane rides. Hopper. Ivashkinator....more
The Indigo spell was a book I knew I was going to grant five stars before I even began reading. I’m a big fan of Richelle Mead, and until this day I’ve never believed she would ever disappoint me. My expectations were considerably high for the third book of bloodlines. Those expectations were all met through the course of the book. What can I say? Its Richelle mead, she doesn’t let down her fellow fans. I ended the book in a happy note. Well, as happy as you can be with a cliffhanger. Yeah, Mead...more
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| Succubi, Vampires...: The Indigo Spell (Book 3) | 16 | 32 | May 11, 2013 09:26am | |
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Scorpio Richelle Mead is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of urban fantasy books for both adults and teens. Originally from Michigan, Richelle now lives in Seattle, Washington where she works on her three series full-time: Georgina Kincaid, Dark Swan, and Vampire Academy.
A life-long reader, Richelle has always loved mythology and folklore. When she can actually tear herself away f...more
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“Because I can't help doing it," he said with a shrug. "And hey, if I keep loving you, maybe you'll eventually crack and love me too. Hell, I'm pretty sure you're already half in love with me."
"I am not! And everything you just said is ridiculous. That's terrible logic."
Adrian returned to his crossword puzzle. "Well, you can think what you want, so long as you remember-no matter how ordinary things seem between us-I'm still here, still in love with you, and care about you more than any other guy, evil or otherwise, ever will."
"I don't think you're evil."
"See? Things are already looking promising.”
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"I am not! And everything you just said is ridiculous. That's terrible logic."
Adrian returned to his crossword puzzle. "Well, you can think what you want, so long as you remember-no matter how ordinary things seem between us-I'm still here, still in love with you, and care about you more than any other guy, evil or otherwise, ever will."
"I don't think you're evil."
"See? Things are already looking promising.”

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