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This debut has a little a bit of everything, a stunning cover, a butt kicking protagonist, great characters, romance and a mythology that leaves me wanting more.

I really enjoyed Karsten's writing style. It's one that flows well, it has a poetic feel to it, it's engaging, and appealing. I think both guys and girls will enjoy what Karsten's writing offers. I was impressed with his ability to create such relatable characters despite the fact that some of them are Gods and Goddess. I really enjoyed getting to know each of the characters, all of whom add something different to the story. I liked the way Karsten introduced each of their back stories, and how that flowed into the story. The characters, especially the guys have such a great sense of humor and some fabulous one liners. I'm torn between which guy I like more Colt, the main love interest or Rolfe, one of the guys you'd want to have in your inner circle of friends. To match their wit are some equally snarky, tough female characters that I also enjoyed getting to know, especially the story's main character Ash.

Ash is an enduring character and someone I came to sympathize with. At first she seems rough around the edges, but after learning more about who she really is and what she has to endure with her sister, it wasn't hard for me to like her. She's definitely someone I wouldn't want on my bad side. The strained relationship between Ash and her sister Eve causes a lot of tensions within the story and I'm looking forward to seeing what's going to happen with these two next. Eve is definitely a fiery character and someone who's not to be messed with. She's a violet character and though I had a hard time with some of her scenes, her outbursts end up making a little bit of sense once Karsten introduces what her power is.

I loved the setting! Really I'm a sucker for a book that takes place in a woodsy setting, and not only that, one that takes place on the West Coast. The setting also ties into the characters and their mythology. I loved the diversity and the rich cultural back ground to the power each of the Gods and Goddess's posses. I have a feeling Wildefire has giving me a small glimpse of what's to come as the series progresses. After that killer of a cliff hanger, I'm looking forward to reading the sequel Embers & Echoes....like now. I'd recommend this to older teen readers. There are some violent scenes, a lot of language, some underage drinking, and a mild sensual scene.


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Wildefire Karsten Knight Books Reviews

My Thoughts

I was soo excited to read this book. It has been on my wishlist for a while, and I couldn't wait for it to come out. The storyline sounded freakin' awesome, and I just knew I was going to really like it..so where did it all go wrong?

The writing was okay, the characters were eh, the plot was okay...This story had the potential to be AMAZING. A girl who turn out to be the Volcano Goddess? um.awesome! Tragically, however, me and Wildefire just did not click.

Firstly, I felt like I kept reading and reading and it took FOREVER for the plot to develop. It's not good when you keep looking to see how many more pages you have until it's over. I kept waiting for that "OMG I can't believe that just happened" moment. And that didn't come until the last page. Even then..eh.

I did not connect with any of the characters, wasn't invested in any of their lives. I felt like they were a bit generic, nothing special. For me, if I can't connect or relate to any of the characters, it's all down-hill from there.

I also had difficulty with some of the dialogue because it just didn't fit. In some passages I found myself thinking no. no. no. I realize the writer of this book being male and all had a daunting task trying to write the inner workings of a female main character, but I don't think he quite hit the nail on the head, so to speak. For example, the main character Ash (who's a girl) says the following to her friend (also a girl) when they are out dress shopping "Damn, girl. You better get a defibrillator to go with the dress, because Rolfe is going to have a heart attack when he sees you in that." Awkward.Cheesy. and not something I picture being said in this context.

With the main story line of this book being about Ashline and some of her school mates discovering they are Gods, there wasn't nearly enough detail relating to the subject. I felt like it took until the last 40 pages to really get anywhere and even then there was too much left out. Too much time was spent on the build-up and not enough on the actual story.

So what did I like? The whole Polynesian Volcano Goddess subject. The idea of these kids being reincarnated over and over again and not remembering their past lives.Having kick-ass powers. And it did have one of my favorite settings-boarding school.

Favorite Quotes

"There are two types of people in this world...Those of us who fear what we cannot control, who sit in the driver's seat of life and take charge of our own fates. And then there are those who fear choice, those so burdened by the mistakes that they've made that they seek solace in what they cannot control, knowing that no matter the outcome, at least it wasn't their fault. I challenge you to figure out which one you are."

"Strange to think we spend our entire life growing up under the wings of one religion only to find out that we're actually the fruits of another. Do you still believe?"

Bottom Line I reallyreallyreally wanted to love this book. Sadly, I was left wanting. 2.5/5
This was a well-written paranormal story with some hints of romance. Ashline Wilde has come across the country to attend a secluded boarding school in Redwood country. She wanted a fresh start after watching her sister call down lightning and kill one of Ashline's schoolmates. But Blackwood Academy isn't quite the refuge she was hoping for. First, she and some friends rescue another student from being kidnapped. Then, they learn that they are not human but are reincarnated gods from a variety of mythologies. Third, her sister Eve isn't nearly as much out of her life as she would like and is determined to do anything and kill anyone to get Ashline to come away with her.

Being a YA story, there is a love triangle of sorts. Pete the soccer star and Colt the college student/forest ranger are competing for Ashline's attention. Between battles with mercenaries sent to capture the paranormal kids and Eve creating her own unique kind of chaos, this book is packed with excitement and danger.

I really liked the dialog as the kids segue from normal teens with concerns for classes and parties to gods and goddesses learning to use their powers. This is the first book in a trilogy so there are strings left untied. However, it is a complete and engaging story in itself.

YA fans of urban fantasy/paranormal romance will enjoy this one.
This debut has a little a bit of everything, a stunning cover, a butt kicking protagonist, great characters, romance and a mythology that leaves me wanting more.

I really enjoyed Karsten's writing style. It's one that flows well, it has a poetic feel to it, it's engaging, and appealing. I think both guys and girls will enjoy what Karsten's writing offers. I was impressed with his ability to create such relatable characters despite the fact that some of them are Gods and Goddess. I really enjoyed getting to know each of the characters, all of whom add something different to the story. I liked the way Karsten introduced each of their back stories, and how that flowed into the story. The characters, especially the guys have such a great sense of humor and some fabulous one liners. I'm torn between which guy I like more Colt, the main love interest or Rolfe, one of the guys you'd want to have in your inner circle of friends. To match their wit are some equally snarky, tough female characters that I also enjoyed getting to know, especially the story's main character Ash.

Ash is an enduring character and someone I came to sympathize with. At first she seems rough around the edges, but after learning more about who she really is and what she has to endure with her sister, it wasn't hard for me to like her. She's definitely someone I wouldn't want on my bad side. The strained relationship between Ash and her sister Eve causes a lot of tensions within the story and I'm looking forward to seeing what's going to happen with these two next. Eve is definitely a fiery character and someone who's not to be messed with. She's a violet character and though I had a hard time with some of her scenes, her outbursts end up making a little bit of sense once Karsten introduces what her power is.

I loved the setting! Really I'm a sucker for a book that takes place in a woodsy setting, and not only that, one that takes place on the West Coast. The setting also ties into the characters and their mythology. I loved the diversity and the rich cultural back ground to the power each of the Gods and Goddess's posses. I have a feeling Wildefire has giving me a small glimpse of what's to come as the series progresses. After that killer of a cliff hanger, I'm looking forward to reading the sequel Embers & Echoes....like now. I'd recommend this to older teen readers. There are some violent scenes, a lot of language, some underage drinking, and a mild sensual scene.