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Purgatorium #2
Gray's Domain
After enduring Dr. Hortense Gray’s experimental therapy on an island off the coast of California at a compound known as The Purgatorium, seventeen-year-old Daphne is delighted to learn she will now have a chance to have revenge on her parents and boyfriend by participating in their therapy. It’s payback time, and Daphne can’t wait to begin.
Dr. Gray defends her dubious methods by claiming that all treatments come with risks, but when real bullets fly and lives are at stake, Daphne decides she wants no part of it and hatches a plan to save her family.
Dr. Gray defends her dubious methods by claiming that all treatments come with risks, but when real bullets fly and lives are at stake, Daphne decides she wants no part of it and hatches a plan to save her family.
296 pages, Paperback
First published May 31, 2014
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September 25, 2019
I loved everything about this book, I was entranced from start to finish.
The Purgatorium never ceases to amaze me. You truly never know what will happen or what's real and what's an exercise. Gray is something else that's for sure!
The Purgatorium never ceases to amaze me. You truly never know what will happen or what's real and what's an exercise. Gray is something else that's for sure!
November 22, 2022
This one was as good as the first one! Fast read! Now onto #3
August 4, 2014
Ok. Book one hooked, lined and reeled me in. I was curious to know what exactly was going on. Was Dr. gray good or bad? I was left with so many questions?
Yet know I still have a few, and wow so not what I was expecting. If your looking for a book that makes you ask who? What? And why? This story is great. I was on edge and having so many scenarios crossing my mind. So many possibilities, questions, and most of all mixed emotions. The more I read the more I was in awe with Dr. Gray and Daphne's mixed emotions. Dang if I wasn't all over the place.
It was very dramatic, suspenseful, and just sad at times. Made feel like I was right there dealing with each game and just not happy with the outcomes. Can a game so dangerous really be worth the outcome? Is despero right, and Calaban meant to stay a slave? If your curious like me you will want to read this book and hope for a book three. Wow is the state I am in right now.
Yet know I still have a few, and wow so not what I was expecting. If your looking for a book that makes you ask who? What? And why? This story is great. I was on edge and having so many scenarios crossing my mind. So many possibilities, questions, and most of all mixed emotions. The more I read the more I was in awe with Dr. Gray and Daphne's mixed emotions. Dang if I wasn't all over the place.
It was very dramatic, suspenseful, and just sad at times. Made feel like I was right there dealing with each game and just not happy with the outcomes. Can a game so dangerous really be worth the outcome? Is despero right, and Calaban meant to stay a slave? If your curious like me you will want to read this book and hope for a book three. Wow is the state I am in right now.
December 2, 2014
There isn't a book that Eva Pohler can write that I just won't love! It doesn't matter the genre, she takes it and makes it her own.
Gray's Domain is the sequel to The Purgatorium and if you want to understand it to the fullest, you must read book 1 first. In the first book, Daphne gets to experience a rather unorthodox form of treatment for depression. In Gray's Domain, she turns the table on her family and boyfriend with the unorthodox treatment.
This book can be classified as a psychological thriller. The twists and turns are intense and a bit scary. It's very well written and deals with issues that plague society today and although it is not my normal genre to read, I enjoyed it a lot and can't wait for the next book.
Gray's Domain is the sequel to The Purgatorium and if you want to understand it to the fullest, you must read book 1 first. In the first book, Daphne gets to experience a rather unorthodox form of treatment for depression. In Gray's Domain, she turns the table on her family and boyfriend with the unorthodox treatment.
This book can be classified as a psychological thriller. The twists and turns are intense and a bit scary. It's very well written and deals with issues that plague society today and although it is not my normal genre to read, I enjoyed it a lot and can't wait for the next book.
March 7, 2015
You think the first book leaves you wanting more! This book delivers, the plot thickens, new characters, more excitement!
February 12, 2019
I received Eva Pohler's second Purgatorium book Grey's Domain along with the rest of the series in a Goodreads giveaways. I was hoping I would be able to enjoy it more, but I couldn't suspend belief that there would even appear to be effective results in Grey's "treatment" of terrorizing people. As unbelievable as that was for Depression with suicidal ideation and Addiction, expanding it to PTSD and Schizophrenia for this book took it another step too far. The "gluten allergy" felt fad-ish to me as well, trivializing another serious issue. Grey's Domain still had the drama and intrigue of the first book though.
June 12, 2015
This novel was spooky and eerily entertaining. Pohler’s phenomenal descriptions of the natural world leave you breathless while her fantastically imaginative storytelling keep you hooked. The story’s smooth forward flow pulls you in. The symbolism behind various aspects of the story adds an extra layer to the tale. Not only is this story suspenseful and grippingly entertaining, it also has a huge psychological impact on the reader. It opens your eyes to the possibilities and realities around you. I repeatedly asked myself if the end justified the means. I found myself laughing regularly. Even when events seem a bit over the top it’s still easy to see and feel the real possibility behind it. Pohler also had me crying towards the end of the story. I will warn you, however, that this novel picks right up where the last left off. As a reader you’d be missing a great deal by not reading the first novel in the series first. And it’s worth the read.
I really appreciate how the main character grows and an individual. Pohler really lets you get inside her head. You see her weighing the pros and cons, battling her demons, and becoming a more rounded and understanding individual (even if I may not always agree with her decisions). The supporting cast is so varied that there is someone for everyone to connect with, and for everyone to throw a bucket of water at. Everyone was uniquely yet fully developed to create a well rounded cast.
This novel may have been written with teens in mind, but it’s so compelling and is perfect for adults as well. I couldn’t put this one down. The story and theories behind it will stay with me for the long haul.
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
I really appreciate how the main character grows and an individual. Pohler really lets you get inside her head. You see her weighing the pros and cons, battling her demons, and becoming a more rounded and understanding individual (even if I may not always agree with her decisions). The supporting cast is so varied that there is someone for everyone to connect with, and for everyone to throw a bucket of water at. Everyone was uniquely yet fully developed to create a well rounded cast.
This novel may have been written with teens in mind, but it’s so compelling and is perfect for adults as well. I couldn’t put this one down. The story and theories behind it will stay with me for the long haul.
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
June 11, 2014
Gray's Domain by Eva Pohler is the sequel to The Purgatorium. I highly recommend that you read The Purgatorium first in order to fully understand and appreciate this book.
In The Purgatorium, Daphne experiences a strange technique to help her overcome her depression. In Gray's Domain, Daphne helps Dr. Gray use her unusual therapy techniques on Daphne's family & boyfriend.
This book is very well written and the plot has lots of twists and turns. It is a roller coaster ride of emotions and intense moments. And Dr. Gray's therapy is scary.
This book deals with mental health issues and might not be right for everyone. But I really enjoyed it....and I can't wait for another book in the series.
In The Purgatorium, Daphne experiences a strange technique to help her overcome her depression. In Gray's Domain, Daphne helps Dr. Gray use her unusual therapy techniques on Daphne's family & boyfriend.
This book is very well written and the plot has lots of twists and turns. It is a roller coaster ride of emotions and intense moments. And Dr. Gray's therapy is scary.
This book deals with mental health issues and might not be right for everyone. But I really enjoyed it....and I can't wait for another book in the series.
June 10, 2018
As I mentioned in my review of The Purgatorium, this is a completely new author to me. This is my first series from her but definitely not my last. This book employs many of the same therapies as seen in book one, only the tables are turned a bit, and I start to question Daphne's character. But Dr. Gray has a way of justifying the therapy methods. Are these methods good? Bad? And what do I make of the ending of book two? And what an ending! Gah! This series will definitely keep you guessing! I'm anxiously awaiting the next book to hopefully get some solid answers. Love this series!
July 15, 2014
Epic Read, with Valuable Feels!!!
This book was every bit as good as the first one, if not better! It addresses so many issues related to mental illness, guilt, and internal struggles. It is also quite the adventure. There is never a dull moment! I can't wait for the next one, and if you read it you'll see why. There are some real feel good moments in here, and it makes you feel like anything can be worked through, or overcome. I can not rave about it enough!!!
This book was every bit as good as the first one, if not better! It addresses so many issues related to mental illness, guilt, and internal struggles. It is also quite the adventure. There is never a dull moment! I can't wait for the next one, and if you read it you'll see why. There are some real feel good moments in here, and it makes you feel like anything can be worked through, or overcome. I can not rave about it enough!!!
June 15, 2014
Omgosh this left off where the first one ends !!!(must read book 1 to get the full effect )I couldn't wait to dig in . The characters were twistedly amazing . This will have you at the edge of your seat , wanting to know more NOW , A couple of times I honestly Just about spit out my MCD"S sweet tea. Oh what a Thrilling ride !!!! Eva you are a amazing author and because of it I have found a new genres of books to read !!!! THANK YOU
June 15, 2014
I loved it. Not a fan of the character doctor gray but the book is amazing. Daphne and her family are going through dr. grays unusual therapy together. Id never sign up for it willingly. But I really enjoyed it the story.
June 29, 2014
Just as page turning as the first book in this series couldn't put it down I literally read it in one sitting.
January 30, 2015
After reading the The Purgatorium, I picked up this book. I couldn't put it down. I was excited to read the book and Eva Pohler didn't let me down.
April 11, 2018
These books are so good!! Can't wait to read the next one!!!
August 5, 2015
Book 3 for the BookTubeAThon!!
September 30, 2019
What a thriller!! I was unable to put this book down till it was finished!! Just like the first book this one captured my attention. To avoid giving out spoilers...gah, I’m very interested in seeing what happens next!! It was interesting to see how Daphne felt about the exercises she was doing on her parents and bf and how it had her questioning if it was truly a exercise or real life. At times I wasn’t even sure myself! So good!
Narrator is great as well!
Narrator is great as well!
November 5, 2017
More twist and turns.....
We left off in book one with the family coming to the island with her boyfirend as well. More stuff played out with the different therapy/exercise activities. Daphne and her father got hurt and her mother brought her brother to the island. I'm not going into what happen but it is one hell of a roller coaster ride with twist and turns on every page.
We left off in book one with the family coming to the island with her boyfirend as well. More stuff played out with the different therapy/exercise activities. Daphne and her father got hurt and her mother brought her brother to the island. I'm not going into what happen but it is one hell of a roller coaster ride with twist and turns on every page.
September 22, 2020
I honestly can't understand the MC here, after all she has been through how can she want to be apart of that and against those she loves. But again the secrets of the island and the motivation of resort kept me hooked and confused trying to figure out are they helping or are they actually evil...
January 2, 2022
Gripping psychological thriller that's continuing from book 1, the writing is suspenseful and Ms pohler makes you thankful you didn't end up here, I don't normally read this type of genre but it pulled me into the story.
November 11, 2019
Listened to the audiobook of this. It was a decent sequel, definitely made me want to get the next one, but it just didn’t hold my attention as well as the first one did.
December 7, 2021
This was so fantastic. You couldn't tell where the games were or where it was real life. I love the fact that kept you guessing and the mystery was strong
October 31, 2015
Daphne has made it through her trials, and has accepted that her parents need to go through trials too. She agrees to help, so long as it doesn't go as far as it did with her. Of course, the doctor's don't see it that way. Dr Gray believes that the whole family needs to be treated in order to move past Kara's death. When an exercise nearly kills Daphne and her father, she is determined to get out and bring back the police to shut the place down. Only Dr Gray has something else in store, and Daphne is trapped between stopping Dr Gray, and saving her family.
This book was a lot more fun than the first one. Daphne is quickly becoming such a strong character. She isn't completely better, but she is getting there. It is hard to watch her struggle and fight against such overwhelming odds, but I cheered with every stride.
Daphne has a lot of hard choices to make in this book. Those choices no longer overwhelm her the way they used to in the first book. I still don't like Dr. Gray very much. It is hard for me to understand what could motivate a person to create such a vast, elaborate place. She reminds me a lot of Jigsaw from the Saw movies. There is not gore or death from the exercises. The point is to make people want to live. But the idea of using very personal fears and emotional pain to heal someone doesn't sit well with me. So I had to see what happens in book three.
This book was a lot more fun than the first one. Daphne is quickly becoming such a strong character. She isn't completely better, but she is getting there. It is hard to watch her struggle and fight against such overwhelming odds, but I cheered with every stride.
Daphne has a lot of hard choices to make in this book. Those choices no longer overwhelm her the way they used to in the first book. I still don't like Dr. Gray very much. It is hard for me to understand what could motivate a person to create such a vast, elaborate place. She reminds me a lot of Jigsaw from the Saw movies. There is not gore or death from the exercises. The point is to make people want to live. But the idea of using very personal fears and emotional pain to heal someone doesn't sit well with me. So I had to see what happens in book three.
June 19, 2020
2020: 3.25/5 stars! Rereading my previous review, I agree with it. It really isn’t as suspenseful as the first, but you so keep switching sides on the Good vs Evil front of Dr Gray. I will say, after reading this, I now see some problematic issues with it. Please keep in mind, I am not an expert in mental health and disorders. To me, the whole concept of the island is mental manipulation. Secondly, I am skeptical of how the island handled Joey. I don’t know specifics of schizophrenia, but I don’t think such fast results are possible with manipulation and random med changes. However, I could be wrong.
2018: 3.75/5 stars! Quick and enjoyable read. This is not as suspenseful to me as the first book. I love the new and growing complexities of the characters. There is a constant back and forth curiosity of whether Dr. Gray is friend or foe, although the decision for myself is clearly the bucket of water! And while the ending does tie into the storyline, I can't help but feel it was slapped onto the end? My opinion right now is, this could have made a nice duology, though realize I have not read book 3 yet. Once I read the conclusion, that could easily change though. Not trying to cast a shadow over this book, as it is enjoyable and grabs your attention quickly.
2018: 3.75/5 stars! Quick and enjoyable read. This is not as suspenseful to me as the first book. I love the new and growing complexities of the characters. There is a constant back and forth curiosity of whether Dr. Gray is friend or foe, although the decision for myself is clearly the bucket of water! And while the ending does tie into the storyline, I can't help but feel it was slapped onto the end? My opinion right now is, this could have made a nice duology, though realize I have not read book 3 yet. Once I read the conclusion, that could easily change though. Not trying to cast a shadow over this book, as it is enjoyable and grabs your attention quickly.
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