Reviews

Antebellum Awakening by Katie Cross

bujobookdragon's review against another edition

5.0

I want to share my appreciation for what Katie Cross has brought us. This story keeps you reading, keeps you wanting to know what happens next. When I realized that I finished the book, I found myself wanting to know more. Wanting to find out what happens. Im not going to delve into the story, I WILL SAY THIS THOUGH....
YOU MUST READ THESE BOOKS.

It reminds me so much of Harry Potter, but it is quite different on its own. There are no love triangles. You have a girl on a journey not just to save her family and to protect the ones she loves, but to find out who the person she really is.

As her powers grow and she finds out more of what she can do, I find myself associating to her more.

With all the magic, dragons, gypsies, and the world that is created with each word being read, I cannot wait to see what the 3rd book brings us.

side note:

Is there some kind of romantic spark between Bianca and Merrick?

hopesmash42's review against another edition

4.0

I definitely preferred this book to the first installment in the series. The writing was more consistent and the characters were better developed. The storyline was more original, it depended less on Harry Potter and more on continuing on with the new plot points from the first book. I liked the addition of Merrick, he was an interesting character and I am curious to see where the author goes with him. I also liked that Michelle played more of a prominent role, she added a nice dynamic to Leda, Camille, and Bianca's relationship. I look forward to reading the next book.

taj's review against another edition

4.0

3.5 Stars for plot and action

emiliazeeland's review

adventurous mysterious relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated

5.0

setgalvin22's review against another edition

hopeful mysterious tense medium-paced

• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

I think this was a really solid second installment. It didn't lag and stepped up the characters, world, and conflict. 

samwlabb's review

5.0

This book was tough. Everything sort of imploded and it was very stressful for me, but I did get some answers. This book was as compelling as the first installment of the series. And what's not to love? The characters are likable, lovable, interesting and multifaceted. In this book, poor Bianca has a lot to deal with. She is struggling with the loss of her mother and grandmother, as well as her childhood home. She has to adjust to living with her Papa in the castle, taming her magic and she still has that inheritance curse to worry about. Any one of these things would cause a normal teenager to crack, but Bianca, being of strong mind and will, constantly pushes through, knowing she is a small part of a bigger picture. We continue to see her friendships with Leda, Camille, Michelle and the High Priestess grow AND we get some new friendships. We are introduced to Merrick (possible love interest?) In fact, we get a little bit of romance for some of the other characters in this book. No, it did not become a romance, but I'm sorry, I can not pass on a little swooning. As always, Cross' writing is excellent, the story is compelling and she did not lose me at any point. I am awaiting the 3rd book with bated breath.

anatoli's review

5.0

Another enjoyable book in this series. In a continuation from the first book, Bianca picks up the pieces from her first year at Miss Mabel's. This story fills in most of the world background information while providing a compelling story moving forward. 5 out of five stars on Goodreads.

kelseykeating's review

4.0

And the story continues...

Okay, I promise not to give spoilers, but you have to know. READ THIS BOOK! DO IT!
Wait. Stop. Did you read the first one? No? I was wrong, read THAT ONE first and THEN COME READ THIS ONE!
Do you HAVE to read that one? Probably not, you might be confused on a few details though and missing out on some of the awesome happening in here.

Why do I love this book? Oh let me count the ways.

Bianca.
I wuv me some Bianca. Girl is tough, but real. I feel like I totally get it, what's she's going through. I just connect with her. Except the running thing. I hate to run.

Leda.
Leda is so freaking awesome! I got a bit of a shady vibe and got all scared that Leda might turn out to not be one of my favorites but then BAM! She Leda'd it up and of course, was awesome. I want more Leda.

Merrick.
One moment please while I bat my eyelashes at the guy with the dry sense of humor and lovely green eyes. Even if Bianca isn't going after Merrick, that doesn't mean I can't love him, right?

Everybody else.
So many fantastic characters. Like Mildred? Mildred will always be a fave of mine...and Derrek.
Go read. You'll understand.

I did want to throw this book across the room, but that was because of the feels. SO MANY FEELS!
I ate it up, and I'm asking for more now please. Ready, Ms. Cross? I need more.

So, there it is. Probably my longest review ever. So that should say something.

jackiijackii's review

4.0

A strong sequel to Miss Mabel's School for Girls. Bianca takes on an increasing amount of responsibility as she realizes how much bigger Mabel's schemes are than she thought. And she does it with a range of emotions and conflict that makes her real, and that's sadly lacking in the protagonists of many other YA series. Can't wait to see how it all ends!