Contains some spoilers. I was excited to read about the next part of Gio and Beatrice's journey. This book takes place five years after the first one. Beatrice is unsure of Gio at first because there has been little contact between the two during that time. While I understand the feeling of abandonment and confusion Beatrice has toward Gio, it does take a bit of time for the full picture of what he has been doing during the five year separation to be clear. When it did come into view, I loved him even more.
It was nice to see how much more developed these characters have become in this book. While some review say that this book is a repeat from the last, I disagree. Yes, Beatrice makes a stupid mistake (which she openly acknowledges) and get ends up being kidnapped again. However, this time it is for a completely different (though somewhat vague) reason and Beatrice is an active participant in her own rescue. While the kidnapping moves the story along (that sounds bad, but it does), it also goes a long way in showing how much Beatrice has grown since the last book. You see a stronger more confident character in this book. She makes mistakes along the way, of course, but she is learning quickly to navigate the world of vampires on her own. Luckily, she has Carwyn, Tenzin, Gemma, and a whole cast of characters to help her with this. Gio too obviously.
Gio's own development is quite interesting to watch. He is learning his limitations and how to be a partner to Beatrice. His arrogance gets in the way sometimes, but he is learning how to curb that. At least on occasion. It isn't easy for him and he can boil over. Still the chemistry between these two is felt through the page. Beatrice and Gio are strong individuals and make a formidable couple.
I think the thing that I like most about this series is that there are a host of strong female characters. Isadora, Dez, Deidre, even Gemma. Each of these woman go through some trial during this story, be it physical or emotional. They all fight and claw their way back to stand on their own feet. In the case of Gemma, I was worried when she was introduced it would be the same old jealous ex lover story line. In the end she turned out to be the opposite. It is refreshing to see many female relationships built on strength and respect for each other. Their presence helps Beatrice along the way to become the woman she is. Now, this is not to say that the male characters are weak in this series by any means. It is quite the opposite in fact. However, I just really enjoyed reading something where woman empower each other. Sometimes it is subtly, sometimes it comes with bruises. It seemed to me that at the end they were all pulling for each other and helping. Gio has similar relationships with Casper and Carwyn. It is easy to focus on the delicious tension between Gio and Beatrice. I think the relationships between these two and the supporting characters tell an even great story though.
As far as the plot itself, it is becoming more clear exactly what Beatrice's father is doing. Particularly with the letters at the end of the book. His puzzle for Beatrice and Gio was fascinating and a very cool plot point. Lorenzo remains an unmitigated ass and all around despicable person. No surprises there. This book finally cracks the surface as to what Stephen's absence and the mysterious book he has mean. Now that Gio and Beatrice are finally established together, I'm looking forward to delving into the meat of the plot. I can't wait for the next book to finally follow the breadcrumbs (or string) to the end.
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More like This Same Earth: An Elemental Vampire Fantasy Novel (Elemental Mysteries Book 2)
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Read more in the Elemental universe and more fantasy fiction by Elizabeth Hunter
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The Elemental WorldStand-alone stories in the Elemental universe
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The Elemental LegacyA series featuring the adventures of Ben and Tenzin
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The Elemental CovenantA series featuring the adventures of Carwyn and Brigid
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Seba Segal SeriesAn all new series from Elizabeth Hunter!
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Lorelei
Endlich wieder ein richtiger Vampirroman! Danke!
Reviewed in Germany on December 17, 2014