tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post8142383637357251861..comments2024-03-28T16:53:38.059+11:00Comments on Diva Booknerd: Jeann's Guest Review: The Falconer by Elizabeth MayDiva Booknerdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17808412083567644984noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-13612892229434560922014-08-16T20:57:26.677+10:002014-08-16T20:57:26.677+10:00I'm with the little poppet, go the underdog!I'm with the little poppet, go the underdog!Diva Booknerdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17808412083567644984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-46175818042765454782014-08-16T20:20:40.395+10:002014-08-16T20:20:40.395+10:00This one actually sounds like a cross between kick...This one actually sounds like a cross between kick ass and sexy. I love a strong heroine. I'll definably be adding this one to my ever growing to read list. I've loved having you, so much so that I'm hosting you again this week.<br /><br />But I have a waffle bat ready... So back away from the cookies.Diva Booknerdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17808412083567644984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-8773458322846607662014-08-16T20:17:35.001+10:002014-08-16T20:17:35.001+10:00See what happens when you don't lock your door...See what happens when you don't lock your doors? Jeann walks in, posts and walks out with my cookie jar.<br /><br />No cookie is safe.Diva Booknerdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17808412083567644984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-21468854873220557642014-08-14T02:21:59.131+10:002014-08-14T02:21:59.131+10:00Hi, Jeann ;) I spot you here!! MEHEHEHE
I am sooo...Hi, Jeann ;) I spot you here!! MEHEHEHE<br /><br />I am soooo looking forward to this book. Many of the people I follow absolutely adored it, and I know quite a few who are too obsessed with this one beyond reason (haha, it's oaky guys, no judging! I'm like this with certain books too). Plus, I want some of that awesome friendship portrayed!<br /><br />Faye at <a href="http://thesocialpotato.maryfaye.net" rel="nofollow">The Social Potato</a>Faye M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482378962410177583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-50584503873251223162014-08-12T07:00:26.288+10:002014-08-12T07:00:26.288+10:00Thanks Cait, I can't wait for you to read it :...Thanks Cait, I can't wait for you to read it :DJeann @ Happy Indulgencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02080126376029467613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-64913333304028901452014-08-12T07:00:11.104+10:002014-08-12T07:00:11.104+10:00Thanks Rochelle, sounds like you should pick it up...Thanks Rochelle, sounds like you should pick it up :)Jeann @ Happy Indulgencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02080126376029467613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-5706296210202812952014-08-12T06:59:31.672+10:002014-08-12T06:59:31.672+10:00Oohh I think you'd really like this book Aimee...Oohh I think you'd really like this book Aimee, it sounds totally up your alley! Thank you! Jeann @ Happy Indulgencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02080126376029467613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-78802426198379647852014-08-12T06:58:42.347+10:002014-08-12T06:58:42.347+10:00Ah, I loved the steampunk elements because it was ...Ah, I loved the steampunk elements because it was just a hint at it, but then again I don't really read steampunk novels. I actually wasn't sure where the world was either, just somewhere that was kind of old fashioned. That's a good point about Kiaran, I just thought their chemistry was so sizzling. We slowly found out pieces about him along the way. I'm glad you did enjoy Gavin and Aileana though, she was a really strong heroine. <br /><br />Catherine was a great best friend as well who didn't ask too many questions. Thank you Larissa! Jeann @ Happy Indulgencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02080126376029467613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-89938792695956048042014-08-11T22:30:27.606+10:002014-08-11T22:30:27.606+10:00Hi Jeann, what a nice surprise. Great Review. I re...Hi Jeann, what a nice surprise. Great Review. I really want to read this one and have for a while, I think I will really enjoy it. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-60378805335608975002014-08-11T09:35:35.986+10:002014-08-11T09:35:35.986+10:00Hi Jeann! Fancy see ya here [;
I read this one a...Hi Jeann! Fancy see ya here [; <br /><br />I read this one awhile back and gave it 3 stars I believe c: Glad you enjoyed it more than I did. I honestly found the setting and steampunk elements lacking, as somebody who does adore steampunk. They could have easily been not included in my view and The Falconer would still be the same story. These elements didn’t add to the story and because of that I felt they were just pointless. I also would have appreciated more world building in general, I didn’t find myself immersed in the setting at all. It really could have been England, Ireland, Scotland.. really wouldn’t have noticed the difference in The Falconer. <br /><br />Kiaran was another problem for me, I really didn’t find myself loving the romance in The Falconer. With Kiaran it felt so contrived, the romance seemed so generic YA. Le super mysterious bad boy who suddenly (in the span of week it seems lol) falls head over heels for our heroine, we start to see his better side come out. Wooo. I think I would have appreciated the romance more if we got to see the slow transformation of cold hearted Kiaran getting worn down by Aileana. The love triangle with the addition of Gavin also grated on my nerves, though that’s just because it seemed unnecessary as we all know how that’s gonna work out[;<br /><br />Though I found Gavin’s characterization to be great, you could tell he truly cared for Aileana and I love how stepped up when he was needed. I also did enjoy Aileana herself, I found myself enjoying The Falconer through her engrossing narrative. She was truly bloodthirsty and reading somebody that determined on her goals was quite interesting for me. Aileana’s grief over her mother also felt realistic, really gave the kick ass girl another side and showed you her vulnerability. I wish we had seen more of Catherine, she truly does seem like a great and supportive friend. She managed to calm Aileana down somewhat during times of distress and was clearly a positive influence in her life. I’m also interested in seeing more of Aileana’s father. The relationship there is obviously strained and I feel like delving into it would be quite emotional and enlightening.<br /><br />Great review girl! Glad you enjoyed it more than me<br />Larissa Holthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16925362805184680375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-23720071410965261352014-08-10T20:13:17.177+10:002014-08-10T20:13:17.177+10:00This one sounds really good! I might just have to ...This one sounds really good! I might just have to order this one since our local bookstore doesn't carry it. ;) I'm loving the sound of Aileana! Badass heroines are definitely my thing. It sounds like (so far!) that I'm going to be on Team Gavin. xD Underdogs for the win! I've also heard adorable things about Derrick! Awesome review, Jeann! <3Aimee (Aimee, Always)https://www.blogger.com/profile/12987337914677408281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-37598681969380826052014-08-10T16:06:37.701+10:002014-08-10T16:06:37.701+10:00Haha thanks for letting me take over your blog tod...Haha thanks for letting me take over your blog today Kelly! I am honoured to be here :) This book was one that I was recommended from by Bec and I surprisingly, really enjoyed it! It was a great departure from usual YA reads.Jeann @ Happy Indulgencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02080126376029467613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-346215484089416831.post-65836705309917474452014-08-10T09:24:39.502+10:002014-08-10T09:24:39.502+10:00*waves* Well, HELLO, Jeann, fancy seeing you here....*waves* Well, HELLO, Jeann, fancy seeing you here. XD I'm quite interested in this book now, actually, although all the telling...meh. That always bothers me. I end up feeling quite detached from the story if that happens. BUT WE SHALL SEE. *dashes too goodreads*CG @ Paper Furyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14954615708675952085noreply@blogger.com