Compared to the first four books in the series this was a bit of a letdown. In those books I really enjoyed a lot all the puzzles, riddles and mysteriCompared to the first four books in the series this was a bit of a letdown. In those books I really enjoyed a lot all the puzzles, riddles and mysteries and there were almost none of those in this H.A.W.K.S. I feel this was a good conclusion to the series and I'm even willing to overlook the agitating love triangle....more
This was a nice addition (perhaps conclusion?) to the series. Unlike the previous books though there were no real plot twists, puzzles, surprises or mThis was a nice addition (perhaps conclusion?) to the series. Unlike the previous books though there were no real plot twists, puzzles, surprises or mysteries though, and we didn't really get into the action until past the halfway mark. I did like the change of scenery though (India) and learning a bit more about Shafeen and his family. ...more
Had a bit of a slow start, but I very much enjoyed all the clues, puzzles and mysteries Greel, Nel and Shafeen unraveled. Can't wait to read the next Had a bit of a slow start, but I very much enjoyed all the clues, puzzles and mysteries Greel, Nel and Shafeen unraveled. Can't wait to read the next book!...more
It was OK story wise. I was listening to the audio version and had a hard time keeping track of who was who and what their relationship was with each It was OK story wise. I was listening to the audio version and had a hard time keeping track of who was who and what their relationship was with each other. I remember being more invested in the first book....more
The shocking truth we were promised was not nearly as interesting as I thought it would be, and throughout her journey, things happened to Arty in a vThe shocking truth we were promised was not nearly as interesting as I thought it would be, and throughout her journey, things happened to Arty in a very smooth and convenient fashion. She never really had any real difficulties with anything, despite having lived in a forest all her life and had no experience in how the world actually worked, other than from books. I did like her as a character tho....more
I’m glad books like Sanctuary Bay were not around when I went to high school, because I probably would have gotten some unrealistic expectations aboutI’m glad books like Sanctuary Bay were not around when I went to high school, because I probably would have gotten some unrealistic expectations about the whole experience. You see, we didn’t have secret societies, didn’t attend orgies and unlike the hot guys with ropy muscles in this school, most boys were rather shrimpy.
What this book does best, is creating an atmosphere that is ominous from the beginning and gets increasingly unnerving as we are heading toward a shocking conclusion. Sure, it’s slightly over the top, but it was hell of a lot of fun! I promise.
Sarah is an orphan, tossed around in the foster system until she lands on Swans Island, and Sanctuary Bay Academy. Gifted with an unusually precise memory and a knowledge in chemistry, it’s not so strange that she was chosen to attend this elite school where great leaders and successful scientists are created.
Dr. Diaz, the science teacher fascinated by her ability to recall past events, immediately takes Sarah under his wings. When shit hits the fan, he’s the only one Sarah trusts, but even so, things get confusing pretty quickly. Sarah’s roommate is missing, but nobody seems to care. Why is Sarah the only one who remembers something terrible happening? Did she have a vivid dream? Are those secret society meetings are just simple drug parties, messing with her mind?
Ethan, the “jerk” (but of course also hot too) has some secrets of his own as well which might lead them to an answer. But not one they wanted to find.
Oh, you guys, this book was so delicious and exhilarating! Mind you, I would have found it more believable if it took place at a university campus, because all the characters behaved more like how adult would, rather than teenagers.
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