My Soul to Keep (Soul Screamers, #3) in SOS: Serious Overload of Series

Nov 13, 2018 Midu Hadi rated it liked it

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Aug 15, 2010 Kalynn rated it really liked it

This installment of the Soul Screamers series is heartbreaking, and was personally resonant. I feel Kaylee's pain in ways I wish I couldn't. I can't talk much about the plot without major spoilers. I will say that if you haven't read it, you might want to skip reading the blurb on the back, because it gives too much away.

I almost skipped this series, because I expected it to be like every other paranormal young adult series out there. I should have known better. The series manages to feel fresh ...more

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Sep 30, 2009 Steph rated it really liked it

Shelves: year-read-2010, author-웃, series-ended, series-completed, age-group-ya-na

My Soul to Keep started off with Kaylee trying, again, to save the (her) world. I was disappointed with the first half of the book, but then things began to pick up. I think it ended well and left me interested enough to want to read book 4. So, I give it 3½★.

My Soul to Keep starts shortly after book 2 ended. Kaylee and Nash appear to be happy, although Kaylee starts to notice some slight changes in Nash.

It seems that Kaylee and Nash's friends have found a new drug, frost, which is causing ...more

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Dec 08, 2009 Literary Ames rated it liked it

Shelves: love-triangle, young-adult, do-not-own, series-continue, read-in-2010, death-reapers-zombies, fae, i-heart-the-cover-art

For some reason I'm not really into this series but certain scenes throughout are worth the effort. Those scenes in this one were between Nash and Kaylee after the big revelation. Their relationship gets complicated in a very bad way. I cheered when Tod punched Nash but if I'd have been Kaylee he would've received a good beating with my own two fists and feet. Not only was she lied to but she was betrayed in the most intimate of ways, and I despised her a little for leaving the door open for a p ...more

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Jan 16, 2010 The Flooze rated it liked it

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**3.5**

My Soul to Keep, the third book in the Soul Screamers series, was an improvement over book two. However, I was still frustrated with both the main character and the general plot until the halfway point.

Vincent showed shades of Richelle Mead by liberally bashing me over the head with clue-by-fours. By the second chapter, I’d already developed strong suspicions about who might be involved in the Netherworld drug scheme (yes, all of those suspicions came true). Constantly foreshadowing plot **3.5**

My Soul to Keep, the third book in the Soul Screamers series, was an improvement over book two. However, I was still frustrated with both the main character and the general plot until the halfway point.

Vincent showed shades of Richelle Mead by liberally bashing me over the head with clue-by-fours. By the second chapter, I’d already developed strong suspicions about who might be involved in the Netherworld drug scheme (yes, all of those suspicions came true). Constantly foreshadowing plot twists through the repetition of significant words, Vincent prevented me from experiencing the shock and dismay I was no doubt meant to feel. In addition, I wanted to smack Kaylee and force her to see what was right in front of her. (I briefly considered the book’s YA status as a reason for such blatant hints, but dismissed the idea since that wouldn’t be giving teen readers much credit.) Lessons in subtlety would not go amiss for this writer.

That’s not to say all the surprises were ruined. There were some involving Tod in particular which added intrigue and offered a great deal of insight into the true character of my darling young bad boy. And yes, he is indeed darling. From the very beginning, I’ve had a soft spot for Tod. His snark and his mischievous tendencies make him a wonderful foil for the habitually serious Kaylee and Nash. Though Tod prefers to do things his own way, he is not the selfish or unthinking person Nash claims him to be. Instead, Tod is there for those who need him. He’s dependable and in this book he shone. Nash on the other hand…

From his first appearance, there was something about Nash that rubbed me the wrong way. He continued to irk me in this book, to the point where I wanted Kaylee to give him hell. I suppose many teens are reluctant to express displeasure in their first real relationship, but having never been that way, I found it hard to relate!

As in the previous books, the kids save the day without the aid of their parents. However, in a moment I found rather hard to believe, this time there was an adult who knew what they were planning and made no move to stop them. Completely out of character for any responsible parental figure. There was also a lot of the Blame Game being played. Not only were adults and children alike blaming themselves for things they had no power over, several also blamed their own personal failures and worries on someone else. It happened often enough to be noticeable and lessened my opinion of certain characters.

The second half of the book was far more exciting. More action, more information flowing, more emotion on display. Unlike in the previous books, Kaylee the newbie did not magically have all the answers. She had to piece things together as she went along and rely on the knowledge of the boys to fill in any gaps. Little Miss Know-it-all was banished, thank goodness. A trip to the Netherworld uncovered potential dangers, different species of fae, and a new character whom I hope we’ll learn more about in future installments--his backstory and potential wealth of knowledge could be fascinating if handled properly. Kaylee became more take-charge and sensible as she finally listened to her intuition. She stood her ground in an incredibly trying situation, impressing me with her maturity and strong sense of self.

The potential for the Soul Screamers series is evident. Vincent is obviously imaginative, she has a good handle on the teen perspective, and she’s capable of conveying believable emotional turmoil. My wish is that she picks up the pace earlier next time around. I also hope Kaylee, Nash and Emma break even further away from the Typical Teen mold (they often come a little too close to embodying the everyteen in their reactions). Most of all, I want Tod to have more page time since he’s easily the most dynamic, entertaining character on the Soul Screamers roster. I will definitely continue with the series, but as of now Vincent needs to step up her game to keep me engaged for the duration.
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