The Underworld (Fallen Star, #2) By Jessica Sorensen
characters The Underworld (Fallen Star, #2)
This book continues the story of Gemma, the teenager with the power of a fallen star within her, and her sometimes companions Alex, Aislin, and Laylen as they work to save the world from evil. Unfortunately, many of the problems which plagued the first book continue in this one, specifically the need for a good editor (it was your problem not you're problem). There were fewer new concepts in this novel than in the first, and those were mostly extensions of what was revealed then, which left the story moving forward slowly and without any new momentum. Situations happen over and over again, especially Gemma going off alone and being kidnapped without the characters ever learning from them, and something called the Cruciatus Diamond shows up which is far too blatant a steal from Harry Potter for my liking. The scenes set in the Underworld had promise, but were left superficial without the depth that they could have had. Overall, I have many of the same conclusions from the first book - a good overall story idea, characters that have promise, a few brilliant ideas, but all ultimately fail due to the amateur writing and poor editing of the books. I think that these three books (third not published as of now) would make an incredibly brilliant novel if combined and edited strongly with an eye to improving the depth of the story. Jessica Sorensen Starts out where the shocking cliffhanger of the The Fallen Star left off. Things have changed drastically. Gemma has now become determined to rescue her mother no matter what. Even going to the Underworld to do it.
This book is a great follow-up to the first one. I was on the edge of my seat for the whole book. I didn't get much work done, as I could not stop reading it, and read late into the night. I finished in 2 days as I HAD to find out what was going to happen next. Jessica is a master at creating a very believable yet unique world.
One thing I love about this book is the different mix of mythical creatures that are included. Not only are there Vampire, Witches and Fae but you also have Foreseers and the Keepers. So its not the same type you see out there, this whole series is one of a kind really.
I fell in love with Alex even more (I know, that sounds ridiculous, but it's true). I loved that it was more obvious that he had true strong feelings for Gemma and at how jealous he would get.
I highly recommend this book. I recommend the WHLOE series so far. AMAZING!! Great job Jessica! Jessica Sorensen is one of my favorite authors, be sure to read The Fallen Star first!
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Jessica Sorensen After reading the first book in this series, I decided to go ahead and read the next one. Surprise, surprise, I liked #2 better than #1--which, if you know me, you know that's surprising.
I didn't realize just how much I liked this until I got to the end and realized the next one isn't out yet. Yes, I got grumpy really fast.
The main character, Gemma, did kind of rub me wrong (but not as much as in the first book). However, even if you have a hard time with her, keep reading! It's so worth your time, even if it's just to get to know Laylen. Yes, I know I very frequently refuse to read books with vampires because I'm tired of them, but Laylen is a fantastic character. I'd love a book about him--could we arrange that, please? In a small way he reminds me of Lupin (the one in Harry Potter, of course). If I can't get a book about him, um, could Gemma please fall in love with him?
Until I found myself upset that I couldn't read the next book right away, I would have given this a 4. However, after realizing just how involved in the story I was it had to go higher. Jessica Sorensen “Forever,” he said his breath shaky. It means we're bonded together forever.
As you all know, I loved the first book 'The Fallen Star' in this series and I was left wondering if this book 'The Underworld' would be as good. Well, we all know second books in a series tend to.......ermm what's the word I'm looking for.....ah fall short? Now the question you should be asking me is Did The Underworld fall short? and my answer will be.................HELL NO! It totally rocked!
After the massive cliff-hanger in The Fallen Star, Stephan tried to wipe Gemma's memory but for some reason it doesn't work, she doesn't know who to trust or who to believe, all she knows is that she needs to find her mother and she will do anything to get her back. Needing to find out what Stephan's plan is Gemma, Alex & Laylan head on a mission to bring Gemma's mother back from the one place no-one escapes from……..The Underworld.
The Underworld was such a quick read for me because I was so interested in the plot; I finished it in a matter of days. If you couldn't tell already I loved this book just as much as the first. From the first page I was instantly drawn back into the world that Jessica has created and I spent most of the book on edge of my seat because you honestly can't even guess where the story is going to go. It’s got twists and turns that leave you breathless, a romance that you will leave you begging for more and loveable characters that will keep you entertained all the way through. One thing I love about this book is the different mix of mythical creatures that are included. Not only are there Vampire, Witches and Fae but you also have Foreseers and the Keepers. I believe I mentioned this in my review for ‘The Fallen Star’ but the Foreseers world is truly amazing. It’s a completely new topic for me and I find myself captivated in their world and I'm intrigued to know more. Not only do the Foreseers amaze me but the general storyline of the book is completely unique and Jessica has definitely got the the gift for creating amazing stories.
Our characters are well developed and a complete joy to read about. Gemma is my favourite. With everything she has been through, she strong minded, determined and not afraid to take things head on. Alex is 100% swoon worthy and a total pain in the bum but you can't help love him. He's very stubborn and doesn't show his emotions often but when he does......wow.......yeah like I said......swoon worthy. Now both characters together, I honestly really want to bang there heads together. Sparkles fly when there together and it’s obvious they like each other but the author sure does know how to keep the suspense of their relationship alive in these stories. I was literally sitting on the edge of my seat, praying for something to happen and I can't wait to see what happens next.
Overall, this series is fast becoming one of my favourite series. I'm left now dying to know more about the next book in the series. If you haven't read the first book in this series, then I totally recommend it because you are missing out on a great story!!!
Thank you to Jessica Sorensen for giving me the opportunity to review this book. Jessica Sorensen Good characters good story line lots of adventure.. Just wis I could read faster lol Jessica Sorensen
I'm speachless!
This book was...I dont know—amazing, brilliant And bloody fantastic!
Wow I couldn't get enough of this book—the characters and the plot were impressive
When I turned to the last page–my hate for Stephan grew, love for Alex and Gemma grew and I couldnt freaking wait till I read the third book of the fallen star series, the vision:)
Jessica Sorensen So I read the first book. And it was just ok but I decided to see if the series gets any better. Oh Gemma/Jessica Sorensen
I thought it would get better however it got worse.
This is how Gemma was:
She trusted the wrong people, yelled at her friends, and complained about her life all the time.
I was like:
Then Aiden tries desperately to be nice:
But noooo Gemma reacts like this
And Gemma ultimately decides to go on a selfish quest instead of saving the world.
THIS IS JUST THE FIRST TWENTY PAGES IF THE BOOK.
I couldn't take it any more. Sorensen had a great concept it was just executed poorly.
I did not enjoy this at all. Jessica Sorensen Read from 03/24/13 thru 03/28/13 all 6 books that has been released so far (The Fallen Star Series 1-4) *1 The Fallen Star, *2 The Underworld, *3 The Vision, *4 The Promise and then the continuation or spin off of the fallen star series goes into Fallen Souls *1 The Lost Soul. Then Shatter Promised Series- *1 The Shatter Promised Adult version of the Fallen Star Series where Gemma is 21 and Alex is 23 with a different twist.
I started reading this books a few days ago and just kept reading each book one after another and couldnt get enough of this Paranormal series. I read it in order to avoid any chaotic confusion. I cannot wait for the last book of The Lost Soul Series and 2 more books on the Shattered Promise series.
I love all the characters which include Gemma, Alex, Laylen, Ainsley, Nicholas, a lot of witches, feys, banshees, black angels, vampires, foreseers, etc. There is so much humor through out plus action, romance, kidnapping, supernatural powers, did I mention each book with a tremendous cliffhanger.....hope you enjoy!! Jessica Sorensen Owlnestly Reviews
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I don't normally review series as a whole, or the whole series, but this one I just had to. This author is a genius, literally a genius. One word to sum up my thoughts for this series is: OBSESSED. I read all four of these books in four days, they were that good.
At first I thought the series was going to be a bit cheesy, with the end of the world bit and all, but instead I ending up loving it. There were so many new concepts put into play like tattoos for different beings (foreseers, keepers, vampires, witches, immortals, etc.) I found myself overwhelmed at first, but Sorensen explained everything so perfectly that I fell into the world of Gemma.
Gemma is one of those characters that grow on you. I found her a tad starnge at first because she said that she lived without emotions for her whole life. I wanted to just say Hold up, how is that even possible? but I found myself becoming very attached to Gemma and her fate. I did find myself becoming frustrated at her when she just kind of swooned over the jerk that was mean to her in the beginning, but throughout the series she became the kind of heroine that I love to see succeed. I wish that I had as much spunk and bravery that she does by the end of the series. Alex is another character that I found myself loving, despite his jerk able characteristics. I hated when he was a jerk to Gemma, but I understood everything and his actions as the story panned out. Laylen was another character that I wish I knew in real life. He was just a lost soul, but he was such a sweetheart.
The story itself is full of twists and turns that will leave you begging for me. I never got bored reading, and that is saying something since I do have a hint of ADD. I blazed through these books, as I am sure you will when you check this series out. I am so overwhelmed with obsession with these books and this author that I even have to use a gif, which I NEVER do. So here you go:
Jessica Sorensen This book left me frustrated because I can't read the next one. To be honest, that revelation about Alex and Gemma at the end sucked ass. Jessica Sorensen
The Underworld is the sequel to The Fallen Star (Fallen Star Series, Volume 1)
Gemma thought her mind was gone, but she was wrong. And now she is left trying to figure out the truth to what Stephan is planning to do with her and the star, before it’s too late.
But finding out the truth is hard, especially since Gemma doesn’t know who she can trust. There may be only one person who Gemma can turn to for answers, but that means having to go to the one place no one wants to go—The Underworld. The Underworld (Fallen Star, #2)
