Monday, February 6, 2012

Book Review: Shattered Souls by Mary Lindsey

Shattered Souls by Mary Lindsey
Published: December 8th, 2011
Publisher: Philomel Books (Penguin Group)
326 pages (hardcover)
Genre: YA paranormal
Acquired this book: From the library
Warning: may include spoilers
Synopsis: A thrilling debut story of death, love, destiny and danger

Shattered Souls had a very interesting, unique concept. It took reincarnation a step further - Lenzi and Alden have not only been reincarnated, but they’ve been partners for centuries and have gone through multiple cycles of life together as Speaker and Protector.

I loved Alden. He was sweet and old-fashioned and patient. Oh, and incredibly sexy, which didn’t hurt. He and Lenzi balanced each other nicely, and I enjoyed their relationship, which was made even more interesting by the fact that they had shared past lives. Alden’s definitely one of those boys in books that are swoon-worthy with the things he does and says. The love triangle aspect of the book didn’t work for me - Zac was a jerk, especially compared to Alden. He was reckless and impulsive and jealous, and pretty much just annoying.

I got annoyed with Lenzi a few times for various reasons, but I had to appreciate the fact that she wasn’t perfect - she made mistakes, and that made her believable as a character.

My only real complaint about the book - and it’s pretty minor - was that it was a bit long (and I don't mean page-length wise). It felt long because there were times when it dragged quite a bit, and I wished it would just move along. I felt like it could have been more condensed and had less filler. But that's just me!

This book had a bit of everything - action, romance, suspense, humour. There were parts that were slightly disturbing, parts that were heartbreaking, and parts that were exciting. Overall, it was a really good read and I’d recommend it.


  1. This is definitely one I want to pick up. It's nice to know you enjoyed it too. And I wouldn't say 326 pages is too long. I think we run on different standards though.

  2. Oh I really want to read this one. I find 326 pages kind of average actually but I don't mind long books. Great review Marie!

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  3. Yay! I'm glad you enjoyed this one. I fell in love with the cover so I was hoping that the actual book would be good as well! Thanks for sharing :)

    1. Thanks girls! I definitely recommend it, and yes, the cover is absolutely gorgeous! It extends around to the back too, and it's just so eye-catching.

      Nina and Giselle, I didn't mean physically long - 326 is about average, you're right - it just dragged some so it FELT longer than it actually was. ;-)



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