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lifeinthebooklane's review
4.0
I believed that the Men of the North series had come to a natural end with book 10, The Pacifist. I didn't think we needed a "next generation" series of books because I've been disappointed by those done by other authors in the past. Well I stand corrected because I really, really DID need The Artist after all. So much so that I'm already desperately waiting for the next book in the series
I absolutely adored Mason and Belle's story, in fact I adored Mason and Belle full stop. Both characters were immensely likeable and their path to forever was both dotted with landmines but also filled with hope and joy. The author has created another culture, with it's own idiosyncrasies, to bring a fresh new feel to this wonderfully warm and familiar world. It was fascinating to observing the subtle cultural changes that have evolved with the younger generation and paralleled many of the shifts in society that happen under our very noses.
Whilst this is called book #11, the main players were small children in earlier books, and I do think this could be read stand alone. The experience is enhanced by having read at least the first 5 books, where we learn so much about the two nations and their beliefs. This is wonderful love story and a great series.
ezichinny's review
4.0
4.5 stars.
I was so excited to see this book because I really enjoy this series. I admit that I was a little bit concerned that the next generation wouldn't live up the high expectations I have of this series but I should have know the author wouldn’t let me down.
This book features Mason, son of Magni and Laura, who is part of a five member delegation sent to meet with five members of the Motland as well as European Delegation.
We learn that some Europeans survived the Toxic Wars but made no attempt to make contact with the rest of world.
Mason met Belle, one of the European delegates and he immediately felt protective of her.Over the years, the reader watches as Mason and Belle grow closer and we also see Mason in action when a tragedy strikes. The story alternates POV with Mason and Belle telling the story. It allowed me to see the characters develop and evolve as well as understand their wants and desires.
The writing is top notch as usual and the humor in this series remains the same. Mason is a good mix of Laura and Magni. I liked his leadership. Belle and the Europeans were an interesting addition to the Nmen and Motlander politics and power struggle. I can't wait to see what comes next.
*This is a series you have to read in order. The evolution of the characters and the plot is a continuation from each book.
*Special Thanks to the author for the e-ARC given in exchange for an honest review.
I was so excited to see this book because I really enjoy this series. I admit that I was a little bit concerned that the next generation wouldn't live up the high expectations I have of this series but I should have know the author wouldn’t let me down.
This book features Mason, son of Magni and Laura, who is part of a five member delegation sent to meet with five members of the Motland as well as European Delegation.
We learn that some Europeans survived the Toxic Wars but made no attempt to make contact with the rest of world.
Mason met Belle, one of the European delegates and he immediately felt protective of her.Over the years, the reader watches as Mason and Belle grow closer and we also see Mason in action when a tragedy strikes. The story alternates POV with Mason and Belle telling the story. It allowed me to see the characters develop and evolve as well as understand their wants and desires.
The writing is top notch as usual and the humor in this series remains the same. Mason is a good mix of Laura and Magni. I liked his leadership. Belle and the Europeans were an interesting addition to the Nmen and Motlander politics and power struggle. I can't wait to see what comes next.
*This is a series you have to read in order. The evolution of the characters and the plot is a continuation from each book.
*Special Thanks to the author for the e-ARC given in exchange for an honest review.
amyiw's review
4.0
I didn't know if I would like the second generation but it throws in the French, who have their own structured, really communal communistic society. They have laws on relationship and not having them, children and where you belong. Now the 3 very different countries are trying to build bridges by convening a future leaders summit, where all 3 send teens to meet up with each other each year to learn the other's rules and quirks. After years these people know one another. It is here that things get tricky as some even like one another but the rules of each country have issue with relationships.
I, in the end, still didn't understand It never was explained well. So that and the slow burn of the romance and them drawing out their conversations brought down the love of this. I really loved all the different personalities and how they interacted though I wish they pointed out more positives of the other cultures then just the nmen and women.
Really enjoyed the new generation and already bought the next book.
I, in the end, still didn't understand
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why Belle was chosen to participate in these "summits" as she didn't seem like the "future leaders" that they were trying to promote.Spoiler
They claimed it was to show off the beauty and creativity of the French people but she was 12 and they certainly didn't value those traits as they had her working as a daycare worker.Really enjoyed the new generation and already bought the next book.
izziede's review
3.0
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
I felt there was a lot of focus on all the next generation rather than just the couple the book is about.
Hero is a virgin. Heroine is not, she's not promiscuous like the people of her region are.
HEA.
Breadcrumbs dropped for future books in series.
I felt there was a lot of focus on all the next generation rather than just the couple the book is about.
Hero is a virgin. Heroine is not, she's not promiscuous like the people of her region are.
HEA.
Breadcrumbs dropped for future books in series.
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