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Endless

(The Violet Eden Chapters #4)

Jessica Shirvington (Goodreads Author)

4.52 · Rating details · 9,850 ratings · 769 reviews

Love will kill us all.

Angels are real. They aren't always kind. Violet Eden is certain of all this because she is Grigori - part angel, part human. She has felt the influence of both light and dark.

When Hell unleashes its worst, Violet must embrace every facet of her angel self to save the people she cares about and the world as she knows it. But death is not the worst th ...more

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Mar 05, 2012 Maria rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, 2012

Fact 1 Its 6 in the morning and I just finished
Fact 2 I havent stop crying the entire 10 chapters..
Fact 3 I am still crying
Fact 4 Why Phoenix?Why on hell you did what you did?

Fact 5 and most improtant factor W.H.Y W.H.Y WHYYYY?? Why Violet why you didnt even give a FREAKIN chance to Linc?

The torture for the next book has just started and oh boy...

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Aug 24, 2011 Eloise rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, cannot-wait-to-read, 2012-must-reads, own, couldnt-put-down, hot-male-leads, beautiful-or-awesome-covers, favourite-books-of-all-time, angels

WHY? I mean really..October? This is too long for me to wait. BEST SERIES EVER!! and I have to wait to read it. This better be one quick year because I ~~want~~ need to read Endless.
Fingers crossed that Vi and Linc finally get their happily ever after :)

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I love love love this cover. I think it look better than all the other ones in the series. I just want to read this more now!!Hurry up October!!

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I have just finished it and WOW. I don't know whether to cry or jump up and down. There will be ...more

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Aug 03, 2012 Jaz rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: not-enough-stars, aussie, amazing-world-building, read-in-uni, paranormal, 2012-best-releases, i-cried, my-ship, so-good-id-reread

Omg it did not end that way. My heart is in too much pain at the moment to write a proper review.

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Jun 28, 2012 Steph rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Recommends it for: Anyone!!

Recommended to Steph by: A friend recommended the first book, fell in love and followed the series..

Shelves: favorites, series, cryers, cliffhanger, 10_stars

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Feb 15, 2012 Braiden rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: ya-spec-read-and-love, aussie-ya

‘Everything is about to end, isn’t it?’ I asked
Lincoln stroked my hair and ran his hands down my arms before kissing me – just a light kiss on my lips, but one heavy with his love and I soaked it up.
‘Not us, Vi. Everything else may end, but not us. What we have ... We’re endless.’

With a title such as ‘Endless’ you would expect that this would be the final stop for Violet, but as Jessica has informed me many times before, there will be another two books in the Violet Eden Chapters... because after the concluding pages of Endless, how can there not be more books to come? Why would Jessica shatter your already broken heart and leave you to mend it all by yourself after the effort she has put in to make you, the reader, emotionally involved and invested in Violet’s story, her struggles, and her triumphs through four books. Why? Sure, Jessica might like torturing us, but she will never leave us with an ending such as that; anyway, if that was the ending – and if I hadn’t known there were more books to come – I would have been content based upon the character growth I saw in Violet through the duration of this book, even within those final pages. It showed her with a maturity beyond her years. Violet Eden is a heroine that I believe teenage girls should strive to embody – embody her decisions and the way she conducts herself as a person for others.

This fourth instalment continues on from the third, Emblaze. Endless felt like a part two and resolution for the events in Emblaze; the events in and plot of Endless had me completely immersed from beginning to end. There was not a moment when I questioned anything that happened; I had no time to. And besides, why would I? Endless captivated me. That is all that matters, right? Violet is accused of confiding in and conspiring with Phoenix in summoning Lilith by the Grigori Academy, most notably Josephine, the Head, who in Emblaze had a negative perception of Violet from the get go. Violet and co. journey to the Academy in New York to attempt to abolish these allegations and to prove that Violet is a Grigori – one of them.

Enter the kidnapping and disappearance of young children. This presents an opportunity for Violet to prove herself as a “Grigori” on top of the training and tests she must undergo at the Academy to satisfy the Grigori Elders. The choices Violet makes don’t sit well with Lincoln and the Academy, but it is what she believes in and what she must do. Violet decides to discover who is kidnapping these children and to try and save them – this becomes her greatest priority. But her affinity with Lincoln creates some of its own problems, as does that particular bond she has with Phoenix. Endless is perfect and Violet is what makes it such.

There was a moment in Endless where I thought, ‘How much more can Jess harness upon Violet? That girl is indestructible. That girl is extraordinary. That girl is a machine. I want to call her mine. And mine only.’ It was a moment where Violet’s identity as the heroine of this series jumped from black and white to living colour; I realised Violet’s worth, her purpose and everything she stands for. It was an inspiring moment for me personally. Book five and six have got to hold instant death in order to defeat what occurred at this said moment. I’m not sure anything can beat it. And then you get to some of the final moments of the book, and although your heart is ripped and crippled and burned many times over, you continue to appreciate and admire Violet’s character throughout everything that happens.

This series, especially Endless, makes me wonder why I haven’t found that special someone yet. Darn you Jess for these horrible and haunting thoughts! Give me Violet and I will finally feel satisfied.

Endless is a trap for all you hopeless romantics. But a perfect book is one that has you emotionally involved and invested in the characters, and Jessica Shirvington has written an instalment that makes it just that: a perfect book. Books five and six have some tough competition.

Nothing is endless.
I know that now.
Let me go.
V

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Jul 02, 2016 Caitlin rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: 5-stars, 2017-read, favorites, 2017-rereads

"Everything else may end, but not us. What we have ... We're endless."

You hear that? It's the sound of me ugly crying in the corner of my room because I have so many feels. This is my favourite book in the Embrace series and it was my favourite book up until I read A Court of Mist and Fury. There's just so many feels in this book and I'm so so in love with this story, this world and these characters.

This book ends on a very very evil cliffhanger. One of the worst I've ever read actually. To ...more

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Dec 12, 2013 Scottsdale Public Library added it · review of another edition

Shelves: fiction, ya-teen, romance, paranormal, fantasy

This fourth book in the Embrace series (aka. The Violet Eden Chapters) will leave you happy, breathless, frightened, unfathomably heartbroken and dying for the next book to come out! It may also leave you wondering how much pain and suffering one person can overcome, but you won't be able to stop yourself from finding out.

Can and will Violet make the ultimate sacrifice to save as many others as possible and destroy Lilith? Will she and Linc finally get to complete their bond? You'll have to rea ...more

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Jan 14, 2014 Heather rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2014

Oh dear lord, why do I read these books? The fact that I have read three angel books in the last two weeks is going to require me to add an "angel" category to my shelves, which will throw them all off....all I can say for myself is that this blasted series kind of snuck up on me and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't enjoying it.

Before I go further, I should mention that there are several "things" about this series that would make more discerning readers want to toss these books into the recycle b Oh dear lord, why do I read these books? The fact that I have read three angel books in the last two weeks is going to require me to add an "angel" category to my shelves, which will throw them all off....all I can say for myself is that this blasted series kind of snuck up on me and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't enjoying it.

Before I go further, I should mention that there are several "things" about this series that would make more discerning readers want to toss these books into the recycle bin. The heroine is beyond dense. She has her moments, and sometimes I even like her if for no other reason than for the fact that she tries to do the right thing. However, character motivations remain elusive to her until they smack in the face, often quite literally. The plot points are often entirely too convienient and the world is so ambiguous that it allows for anything and everything, though I kind of admire that last one. Can't call fowl on what is undefined, right? Overall, there isn't much that makes this series any more special than the thousands of other titles within this genre, which may be in part why it appealed to me.

For me, I read books within this genre to be exposed to a new realm, where the comforts of our reality are present, but paired with a fantastical element. I read them to meet characters that I can love, hate, swoon over, laugh with, mourn, cheer for, or all of the above. Lastly, I read these type stories to go on an adventure that allows for youthful characters to save the world, or complete equally heroic tasks. Its oddly empowering. There are dozens of series that achieve these goals, and I enjoy this one because it does as well.

I don't like Violet. I don't feel that she has done anything to earn such devoted adoration from nearly all her fellow characters, and I have already made my thoughts on her intellect clear. I don't swoon over Lincoln because he is entirely too calm and essentially wooden. But I do love these two together. There scenes are tension filled, and sometimes entirely steamy. I'm not angel obsessed, in fact I often shy away from angel lore as it often comes across as preachy and/or hokey. Yet I love the concept of there being no such thing as a good side or bad side, just warring purpose and points of view. And this series possesses my most favorite of elements within this genre...morally ambiguous characters that outshine their alleged hero counterparts. For those of who share my love, you will find your heart's delight in Phoenix, Onyx and Nox.

There is nothing special about this series, but it contains everything I want when hungering for this genre. It may not be the best of the best, but it did make me serial read every book currently available to me and consent to reorganizing my bookshelves. For me, that's something.

P.S. the cliffhanger ending is bullshit. I'm not happy about having to wait to get my ending that I know is coming. ...more

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Sep 10, 2012 Donna rated it really liked it · review of another edition

I am probably going to be in the minority with this book.. BUT, I have to say after reading the books in a 4 day time span because I was totally HOOKED into the story and these characters.. That while I did LOVE the ending for Phoenix,(PERFECT!!) I HATE the ending for Violet and Linc.. and really all of the rest of the characters except her parents! OMG, REALLY!!??? I hope there is another book because if not, I may have to come back and change my stars.. :( Am I the only one that thought Violet ...more

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Oct 02, 2012 Susan rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Seriously???? SERIOUSLY!!!! I cried REAL tears when I finished this book. Had to come and review it immediately! I am still shaking...still have the "I could cry any minute" feeling in the back of my throat. Oh don't worry peeps, it's not a spoiler - it's just because I have finished "Endless" which quite frankly wasn't endless... because I have finished it in under 2 days! Sheesh! Anyway, I am now sad as I have a l-o-n-g wait for the next book and the of course, Jessica Shirvington has left us ...more

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Sep 29, 2011 Karlie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites

OMG Jessica ..... I don't think I have cried so much reading a book... not an ending I expected ... loved every heartbreaking minute of this final book ... but why! !!! UGHHHHHH
I have always loved Phoenix in the other books but I fell in love with Linc more in this one...

What ?... This may not be the last book ... Oh relief ... Ok all is good ..I am happy with that ... ...more

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Nov 04, 2011 Jess rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I just finished Emblaze and when I saw that the next installment is not to be released till next October next year firstly I died a little inside but then I just know it will be worth the wait

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Mar 10, 2012 Ai Haibara marked it as maybe-reads · review of another edition

Shelves: me-and-my-opinions-reviews

I'm reading this for Phoenix only.
Please please please let there be chapters in his POV *fingers crossed* ...more

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Nov 16, 2011 Jess rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: 2012, action, love-bug, wings, elite, fantasy, favourites, highly-recommended, series, young-adult

AFTER:
Really loved it! But, the ending! Can't wait for the next book!!!

BEFORE:

October. Really? I mean, REALLY??? That's like... a life time away!!! -.-
Can't wait for more action, and bad ass exile butt whippin'. I need it now!!! ;)

Let's hope Vi and Lincoln can fiiiinnnnallly get together. Their frustrating dilemma is leaving me tearing out my hair. By the time it comes out, I'll probably be bald.

Well, now that's out of my system, I need to find another series to get addicted to!

TTFN ...more

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Sep 06, 2012 Celine rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: for-review, favourites

Review originally posted in: http://forget8me8not.blogspot.com.au/...

Cover:
I like how the girl in the cover really represents Violet! Violet often ties her hair in ponytail and wears black shirt like the girl in the cover. Plus, I like the blue colour theme of the cover too!

Story:

Is love endless?

Endless is one beautiful and exhilarating ride. While I really enjoyed Embrace, Entice and Emblazed, the first 3 books in the series, Endless is the strongest book out of the whole series. I can ensure m ...more

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Dec 02, 2014 Libby Wyatt rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, 2015-reads

4.5 SOBBING STARS. Having read this book for 5 hours straight and sobbed and cried like a baby for the last hour I can safely say that I NEED the last book. HOLY MOTHER OF PHOENIX. I don't even know where to begin. It's a bloody brilliant read, gripping, intense, plot twists, love and the fate of loved ones in peril. Phoenix, baby, what are you doing to me? Violet! STOP IT YOURE KILLING ME. Lincoln! Omg I don't think this will be a coherent review but the emotions and feels are just too much. I ...more

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Apr 13, 2012 Book Mitch rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

What just happened??? Ok, I'm in again. I said in the last book that if Violet and Lincoln didn't end up together that I would boycott. Welp-EVERYTHING happened in this book (and not what you are thinking). This plot got tricky! My throat still hurts from swallowing my heart multiple times along the way. It was so action packed and heart-warming, and heart-breaking that I don't know what to do with myself now. These characters are such a family now, and Spence...buddy. Phoenix...mannn. Lincoln.. ...more

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Jun 10, 2012 Kimberly Martin added it · review of another edition

Lincoln and Violet?! Really are you kidding me? What is this craziness! Personally, I'm on team Phoenix. Bad boy+fallen angel+ absolutely hilarious= Who is that Lincoln guy again? Anyway, I can't wait for book 5!!!!! ...more

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Sep 13, 2012 Bryan rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: nephlim

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Nov 07, 2013 Shay rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: novels-i-own, retellings-myth, shelved-books, favorites, forbidden-love

This book is second best out of the series- Empower is the best. The way Violet and Lincoln end up in the end was excruciating to read. It cut me in half to feel Violet's pain. It's the most intense book I've ever read. I actually cried!

Agonizing isn't a word that does it justice. Every time I read it, there's a ripping pain that just doesn't go away. It's hard to explain, but this series is so painful and innately good.

It's always so hard to read the last book. I've read this series countless ...more

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Jun 17, 2018 Kayla rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This book destroyed me and the next one will too because my OTP won't get together and I will be forever sad because I don't ship the couple that's going to happen and... ...more

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Jul 21, 2019 Ben McBride rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I hate everything

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May 08, 2019 Neve Baskar rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: all-time-favourites, strong-modern-female-character

I would give this book a 6 if i could. The plot was fantastic and so was the story telling. It was much better than the other books and characters were beautifully developed. The plot ultimately shattered me as the twists were completely unexpected. There was a strong female lead who rose above the numerous challenges she faced. Lincoln and Phoenix were the best male personas you could hope for.

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Oct 03, 2017 Steffi au Penguinbooks rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: favorite-books, read-2017

first impression
I'm in tears .... ...more

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Apr 14, 2012 Jessica rated it liked it · review of another edition

Major venting... so don't read unless you have read the book or don't care about me ruining your experience of doing so!

Okay as soon as I finshed this book I wanted to rip in it half.
I initially gave it 1 star! Now I'm reconsidering only because there is hope for a another book. If the series ends with this book - my rate will go back to 1 star and Shirvington will be recieving a very heavy and raging letter!

I usually hate being associated with supernatual romance, but I have a soft spot for t ...more

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Nov 09, 2012 Kim rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: has-read

What to say about Endless... The writing was superb as always. Jessica Shirvington is as flawless as ever. The writing flows seamlessly. If I had one gripe about this book, it was that the first half seemed slow.

You start off right where the last book stopped. Lilith is back as well as Evelyn, Violet's long thought dead mother. Violet not only has to work through her emotions of dealing with her Mom, but there is the EVER present tension between Vi and Linc. Should we or shouldn't we bond. UGH! ...more

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Sep 17, 2012 Nickyrian rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

After flooding my family room with tears, I am so devastated and demented after reading this book. All that is coming out of me right now is fume...ready to torch someone who crosses my path. Jessica Shirvington has really stirred up my emotion. I feel like my heart has been pulverized. I can't believe the ending. It is worst than the classic Romeo and Juliet. Gah! I hate Vi for what she has done to Lincoln. She doesn't deserve him. She should have just left him the way he was. Why even bother r ...more

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Jan 22, 2013 WatermeLoonie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: 2013, favourites, death-ghosts

First reaction to the first 200 pages: Yawn. Oh, look that's....Yawn.

Second Reaction to the rest: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA OH YES IM IN LOVE WITH YOU JESSICA SHIRVINGTON YOU HAVE EXPANDED MY LIFE INTO SOMETHING GREAT. I AM GOONG TO FIND YOU AND KISS YOU ON THE CHEEK. THE ARROWS? BRILLIANT! YOU SAVED MY LIFE.

....Tomorrow I think I'm going to be depressed be ...more

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Dec 31, 2011 Brooke rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Soooooo amped to read this! October cant come fast enough. God i wish violet and lincoln would just say screw it and just hook up already lol

Omg just finished, the second half was so intense! This is going to be torture waiting till the next book!

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May 01, 2012 Madison rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

You all below me should be happy you get it October 12th! I'm in the U.S. so unless I want to spend $50 (which its well worth it) I have to wait an extra year for all the books! I loooove this series and if Link and Vi don't get their happily ever after I'm going to be so sad :( ...more

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Jessica Shirvington is the author of THE VIOLET EDEN CHAPTERS also known as THE EMBRACE SERIES, stand alone novel, BETWEEN THE LIVES and has an exciting new duology called DISRUPTION on the way in 2014.

An entrepreneur, author, and mother living in Sydney, Australia, Jessica is also a 2011 & 2012 finalist for Cosmopolitan’s annual Fun, Fearless Female Award. She’s also one of the lucky few who met ...more

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