Book Reviews of Chosen (House of Night, Bk 3)

This is the third book in the House of Night series. I think it was one of the worst books in the series; but it was still engaging and fast to read so I rate it as an "okay".

In this book Zoey returns to school poised to fulfill her obligations as the Leader of the Dark Daughters and Sons; she also needs to find a way to deal with Stevie Rae, she needs to deal with the evil Nefertiti, and she has to do all of this while juggling three hot guys.

Needless to say initially there seems like there is going to be a lot going on in this book; but there isn't much that actually happens. Zoey spends a lot of the book, and I mean a lot of it, complaining about how she can't choose between Erik (the hottest Fledgling boy in the school), Heath (her human boyfriend that she accidentally Imprinted), and Lauren (the Vampire Poet who seems to have the hots for her). This got old really fast. Especially since none of the relationships with any of the guys were really developed in any way. As typical with this series the writing of this book was mediocre and the plot fairly predictable.

The only thing that really redeemed this book was how Zoey interacts with Stevie Rae; this part of the book is really interesting and really tugs at your curiosity. Curiously Nefertiti was absent for almost the whole book, which really sucked a lot of the urgency out of the story.

Still, overall this was a quick and fun read. I still found the story to be engaging (if a bit annoying at times) and I think the series has a lot of potential to get interesting in the next book. This is still a series where I will never go out and buy the books new; they just aren't worth the money. I will continue to read this series mainly because I already have the next two books in the series; I found them used.

Zoey has a lot of boyfriends in this book. She asks herself if she is a ho. Well she IS! The whole multiple-partner- lead-a-guy-on thing is SO not doing it for me. I put the book down when I got to this point and I won't be picking up the series again. If that's what you're into, go ahead, read this book.

So far I think this was the best book in the series. I haven't read 4 or 5 yet though. I couldn't put this one down. It kept me captivated from the first page to the end. It's a really great book.

Being a 38 year old woman, I was not too sure about reading another "teen" book series (The Twilight Saga being the first). I loved this series almost as much as the Twilight saga. This series has a very different take on vamps but is still great! I have referred and even lent my books to my 14 year old to read. Very captivating series! It keeps you wanting to read more and more! It was very hard putting the books down!! A definite read for anyone who enjoys The Twilight Saga.

Loved it! The plot thickens- as do the characters! I can't wait to see what happens in the fourth book, Untamed!

These books just keep getting better! If you like modern day women heros, vampires and sexy guys, these are great books!

Continues to be an enjoyable read. She does not write them fast enough!

All I can really think to say right now is WOW! Didn't see that comin'

I've really enjoyed the House of the Night Series so far. P.C. and Kristin Cast do a great job of making the characters seem real. It doesn't sound like adults writing in a teen's voice. This might be a problem for some people, because the language used by the characters and the slang may get annoying. The angsty feelings of, "I hate my parents..." and, "Oh no! I have three extremely hot boyfriends! What am I to do?" Could actually grate on the nerves as well. But for me, I enjoy stepping out of my, oh so overwhelming adult life, and jumping into the shoes of a teenager (again). It's refreshing.

Now onto the story. Yes, Zoey Redbird has a ton of problems going on in Chosen, and no the ending is not a happy one. She has pretty much lost everything at this point. It's nice to have a book end, and there not be rainbows and happy kitties prancing around. Oh wait. There is a kitty at the end. Alright, little puppies prancing around. I don't think all books should have happy endings. Especially, if there is another in the series following hot on it's trails.

I have to say though, I saw the major plot twist coming from a mile away. Even though it seemed predictable to me I hope some people were shocked by how things ended. I also like the take on how these humans become vampyres, and the struggles they go through to complete this change. A lot of new developments to the story, and a lot of unsolved mysteries to take care of in Book Four. Which is due out in September of 2008.

Chosen is a good follow up to betrayed and it's packed tight with drama, drama, drama. If you have read the first two in this Young Adult series there is no reason for you to not pick up the third. If you haven't read any of this series yet, I suggest picking up Marked first, then Betrayed. You wouldn't want to miss out on anything.

Once again Kristin and PC Cast have me up into the late night hours reading because I cannot put the book down!! This book is just as good if not better than the first in the series. This book is book 3 of 4 in the series and its an awesome read!

Do not miss out on Zoey's adventures as she becomes a vampire and thus fulfilling her destiny!!

I Loved this series soo much and can't wait to get the newest one..if you like vampires and drama you will love these books

This series just keeps getting better. I loved it. Much darker than the 1st 2, can't wait for the 4th book in the series!

Reviewed by Jennifer Rummel for TeensReadToo.com

Trust is a powerful emotion, mostly unnoticed until it's broken.

Zoey can no longer trust her mentor, Neferet. But the bigger question Zoey must ask herself is how long her friends will continue to trust her.

Zoey's afraid that sooner or later, they will uncover the truth about Stevie Rae, who hovers on the brink of life and death. Technically, they watched her die, but she is still alive. She lives as a monster, with just a little piece of her soul left. Zoey believes that she can bring her best friend back; unfortunately, she'll need help from Aphrodite.

Not only does she have to keep Stevie Rae's "death" a secret from her friends, but she also has to make up excuses for admitting Aphrodite into their circle.

Readers will devour the third book in the HOUSE OF NIGHT vampyre series and eagerly await the next delicious morsel of the tale.

This was another great book in the series. I had a really hard time putting it down and loved the twists in it. Something about it reminds me of reading Harry Potter for the first time and just totally getting swept up by the characters and the plot.

great book in the series

Third in the series, Zoey has really gotten into it this time! As, in 'Trouble' with a capital T on oh, so many levels. In this book, Zoey continues to follow Nyx, but makes some poor personal choices that allow her to end up in a situation that is not what we anticipate. The hook is, we know that in the next book, she will get out of this and go on to become the best high priestess ever!

These books are highly addicitive. They are quick and a fun read. Enjoy!

Very enjoyable series

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