tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post2759218021197993216..comments2024-03-22T14:57:23.688-04:00Comments on Do You Dog-ear?: The Lantern's Ember by Colleen Houck Blog Tour: Review & GiveawayLindsi http://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-49329295600684580952018-09-25T01:17:23.051-04:002018-09-25T01:17:23.051-04:00Right? The Sleepy Hollow aspect is what initially ...Right? The Sleepy Hollow aspect is what initially drew me to this book! The cover is awesome, too. ;) <br /><br />The characters were fine for the most part, but Ember was irritating. Her immaturity and recklessness made me crazy. I have no idea what made Jack, Dev, and Finney see her as a potential love interest. Jack and Dev have lived for centuries, so surely her childlike behaviors would have been insufferable to them. Alas, no such luck. They both want her for themselves, and poor Finney is along for the ride. Overall, it's a really fun read!Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-65386381407759026712018-09-25T01:05:12.554-04:002018-09-25T01:05:12.554-04:00Okay first of all I had no idea this was a Sleepy ...Okay first of all I had no idea this was a Sleepy Hollow related! That makes me want to read it right there- that and the amazeballs cover. Spooky! But then as I read the review I see a few issues that might bother me too- especially the characters? So I'll definitely go in with moderate expectations if I read this one. Sounds like it hits the right notes on atmosphere though! Spooky steampunk sounds good to me, and I can always skim if the chars irritate me lol! Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-2088804838410559492018-09-24T22:50:40.808-04:002018-09-24T22:50:40.808-04:00It wasn't really scary or suspenseful, but it ...It wasn't really scary or suspenseful, but it was a fun adventure! Especially once Jack catches up to Ember in the Otherworld. It's a tad slow until then.Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-84463608410438113772018-09-24T19:24:39.050-04:002018-09-24T19:24:39.050-04:00This does sound very fun for fall, without being t...This does sound very fun for fall, without being too spooky or scary!Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746631124966726182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-22250071187460150622018-09-24T14:31:22.547-04:002018-09-24T14:31:22.547-04:00Let me know what you think if you have a chance to...Let me know what you think if you have a chance to read it! :)Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-78385151010328294652018-09-24T14:30:49.698-04:002018-09-24T14:30:49.698-04:00It was an entertaining story, and I was curious wh...It was an entertaining story, and I was curious what the lord of the Otherworld and his witch had planned. There are small snippets told from their perspectives, but nothing that indicates what's going on, or what either of them would need Ember for. <br /><br />The love triangle was more of a square, and it's difficult to explain. Ember herself isn't the one trying to decide between multiple suitors, but there are three guys all vying for her attention and love. One is a childhood friend that helps her with inventions and knickknacks. A second is Jack, who has been watching over her for years and protecting her without her knowledge. The third is Dev, a vampire with a fondness for witches, and someone that seems to be immediately smitten with her. The four of them make a love square, though Ember only ever admits having feelings for Jack. The other two were friends. I hope that helps!Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-52274168242919575862018-09-24T14:26:45.921-04:002018-09-24T14:26:45.921-04:00I hope you enjoy the story! There are other tales ...I hope you enjoy the story! There are other tales woven in as well! :)Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-72751678371535650412018-09-24T14:25:31.039-04:002018-09-24T14:25:31.039-04:00The story itself wasn't a mess, but I find it ...The story itself wasn't a mess, but I find it hard to fully enjoy a book when the main character makes me crazy. I thought at first she was unsettled in her new environment, but she never really adapts and becomes her own person. She's always doing whatever someone else wants her to do. The whims of others dictate her actions, destinations, and how her power is used or hidden. I wanted her to think for herself, be bold and daring, or at least have a reason for entering the Otherworld. She wanted to see it, yes. There was also a tug enticing her to crossover, but she never had a personal reason for visiting herself. If Ember had been more likable, or even more independent, I think I would have enjoyed it more. Instead, she's the equivalent of a small child being led by the hand.Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-22843123585908689352018-09-24T14:21:10.106-04:002018-09-24T14:21:10.106-04:00The love triangle is a little hard to explain... i...The love triangle is a little hard to explain... it's more like a love square, but Ember isn't the one expressing feelings for anyone. She seems indifferent to everyone except Jack. She's been interested in him since she was a girl, and her fondness of Dev could be coincidental. Ember has only ever been a friend to Finney, but he's always harbored feelings for her. Jack, Dev, and Finney would all love to be Ember's paramour. However, Ember never really entertains the idea of anyone except Jack.<br /><br />She made ridiculous choices and questioned very little, so I was often annoyed with her behavior. I'm glad you enjoy the movie! I don't think I've seen that one yet (though I probably should). It's the perfect time for it! <3Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-14728572272451065422018-09-24T12:47:48.791-04:002018-09-24T12:47:48.791-04:00That's an interesting idea with the Sleepy Hol...That's an interesting idea with the Sleepy Hollow side. I think I could enjoy it as wellMellianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16406103812986322082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-66188272558758539342018-09-24T12:27:08.346-04:002018-09-24T12:27:08.346-04:00It sounds like a fun one, though definitely has pa...It sounds like a fun one, though definitely has parts I'd be annoyed by I think. I don't really care for love triangles and Ember does seem a bit too naive. Thanks for sharing.<br /><br />-Lauren<br />www.shootingstarsmag.netShooting Stars Maghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16074581473656321052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-46661907606524017912018-09-24T11:52:21.935-04:002018-09-24T11:52:21.935-04:00Ooh, sleepy hollow- adding it to my TBR!!Ooh, sleepy hollow- adding it to my TBR!!NoelWriteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14127138061773871157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-10103256879342770432018-09-24T11:48:50.718-04:002018-09-24T11:48:50.718-04:00I love that this is based on the Sleepy Hollow sto...I love that this is based on the Sleepy Hollow story but it sounds like it turned into a bit of a mess. That’s too bad. Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05738740015526095835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-79428838323891661362018-09-24T11:48:12.675-04:002018-09-24T11:48:12.675-04:00I don't like love triangles at all. The wishy ...I don't like love triangles at all. The wishy washy feelings annoy me, but I guess this is YA and that is pretty realistic for the age, lol. Doesn't mean I want to experience it, though. I hate it when a character makes stupid decisions even after being warned. Ember sounds frustrating. I do love the legend of Sleepy Hollow, the creepiness of it. Sleepy Hollow with Johnny Depp is one of my favorite movies, but not sure this story would be for me. Glad to hear you enjoyed it overall, Lindsi. :)Rachel @Waves of Fictionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14008473307411943476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-62072461811450292282018-09-24T11:26:27.069-04:002018-09-24T11:26:27.069-04:00I wish Ember had been more likable and less immatu...I wish Ember had been more likable and less immature. She was incredibly determined to get to the Otherworld, but she never considered the consequences. It was like they didn't matter. I thought she was going to be more kickass than she was, too. The weapons she and Finney made, and the fact that she shot Dev without hesitation, made me think she was going to be more bold and challenging. Instead, she's easily swayed and doesn't make most of her own decisions. <br /><br />I did like it for what it was, though. It was an enjoyable story that really fit my mood for the season. <3Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-40229951948132475262018-09-24T11:14:50.116-04:002018-09-24T11:14:50.116-04:00I thought so! It was an enjoyable read that really...I thought so! It was an enjoyable read that really put me in the mood for fall.Lindsi https://www.blogger.com/profile/13480991226741687503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-48590146683898765232018-09-24T07:58:37.890-04:002018-09-24T07:58:37.890-04:00It was a nice story just not everything it could h...It was a nice story just not everything it could have been I think. ;) Glad you did like it. Kindlemomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09084577342034704304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15824987442107017.post-30440533927816120472018-09-24T07:01:18.884-04:002018-09-24T07:01:18.884-04:00Spooky steampunk? Count me in! Perfect for the sea...Spooky steampunk? Count me in! Perfect for the season. :)Niccihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12122972546470154598noreply@blogger.com