Chosen (House of Night, Book 3)

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"Chosen" is the third book in the House of Night series by PC and Kristen Cast, following the adventures of Zoey Rebird, an extraordinary fledgling... (show more)

"Chosen" is the third book in the House of Night series by PC and Kristen Cast, following the adventures of Zoey Rebird, an extraordinary fledgling vampire at a 'finishing school' for fledglings (people who are genetically programmed to complete the change, or die trying).

I've seen the comments from other reviewers, and I agree with some of them to an extent. It is true that there is some repetition of plot details at the beginning to bring readers up to speed, but personally I didn't find this irritating. JK Rowling is guilty of far worse in the Harry Potter books. The writing style is also a little immature for me, but bear in mind this is intended for a young adult audience so it's entirely appropriate.

The Casts have created a very interesting storyline, and I was surprised again to see the plot take quite brave plot twists. This might be pitched to younger readers but it isn't pulling any punches.

I am finding this series better with each new book, and I'll definately be reading the others. It won't win any prizes but it is definately entertaining. (show less)

 

 

by Heather Dalgarno

No, it's a flop!

There are several things about this novel that irritate me. The constant repetition of details from the other novels regarding the plot and charact... (show more)

There are several things about this novel that irritate me. The constant repetition of details from the other novels regarding the plot and character descriptions need to stop. I find my self skimming over complete sections in the book because I've already read what it has to say, in the first and second books. Though there are certain parts of the plot that keep me interested in the series, they are equaled with parts that are completely stupid, unrealistic, and predictable. The thing that annoys me most about this novel is that despite my dislike for so many aspects of the novel, I still find myself needing to read the rest and find out what will happen. It's actually infuriating, most of the novel I found myself wondering why I was reading it, and the rest of the time, I couldn't put it down. Unfortunately for me, it's very addictive. (show less)

 

 

by Alyssa

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  If Twilight and Harry Potter were to get drunk and procreate, the end result would be House of Night. Again the authors go way overboard with the teenage lingo, almost to the point of it being absurd. There is not a single teenager I know that talks like that. And the use of the word poo is getting ridiculously annoying. Teenagers cuss, they don't say poo or poopy. Who, above the age of 6, even says that??? As with the other books, I find the writing in this to be very weak and the repetiton ... (show more)

  If Twilight and Harry Potter were to get drunk and procreate, the end result would be House of Night. Again the authors go way overboard with the teenage lingo, almost to the point of it being absurd. There is not a single teenager I know that talks like that. And the use of the word poo is getting ridiculously annoying. Teenagers cuss, they don't say poo or poopy. Who, above the age of 6, even says that??? As with the other books, I find the writing in this to be very weak and the repetiton to be bothersome.

  That being said, I will admit that I've been drawn in by the storyline. There is a good storyline hidden underneath all the jumbled nonsence. The best thing about this series is the characters. They are fun, colourful, and pragmatic.

  All in all, this series would be so much better if the authors didn't try so hard. (show less)

   

   

  by Tammy Wilkinson on May 30, 2009 at 05:07AM

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  I hate that details keep repeating. It's a series, descriptions of the characters are meant to be done in the first book. I'm getting a bit frustrated that she keeps describing Erin, Shaunee, and Damien so many times and only changing one word here and there. It's okay when she changes the description of them while something is happening, not reintroducing them when they haven't gone anywhere.

  It is an excellent book though if you're into the whole vampire thing.

  This one is a bit diff... (show more)

  I hate that details keep repeating. It's a series, descriptions of the characters are meant to be done in the first book. I'm getting a bit frustrated that she keeps describing Erin, Shaunee, and Damien so many times and only changing one word here and there. It's okay when she changes the description of them while something is happening, not reintroducing them when they haven't gone anywhere.

  It is an excellent book though if you're into the whole vampire thing.

  This one is a bit different, most vampires are changed and thrown into the world, but this series treats vamps as if they are still 'normal' until their bodies accept or reject the change.

  Friends are friends and should love you despite flaws and if lying to protect them is the flaw then they should learn to accept it, not everyone will tell you everything. Erik knew what Loren was up to even if it wasn't exactly right, but he had the hunch like most boyfriends end up having. I feel bad for both of them, Zo and Erik cause they seemed to lost each other. (show less)

   

  by Amanda Torres M'Sadoques on Nov 29, 2008 at 11:46PM

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