Hidden: A House of Night Novel, Book 10

I have read all of the House of Night (HON) books. I have to say that this was truly my favorite! There were so many wonderful parts of the book! I read it relatively fast considering all that is going on in my life. I re-read the 8th and 9th books before getting this one, so I was up to date on what was happening! Like I said there were so many great parts to this book! Many wonderful things happened to the characters which they deserve. There is always bad stuff happening, and now a few good things come out amongst the bad! Some of my favorite things in this book are (SPOILER ALERT!!! Do not read any further if you haven't read the book yet!):* I love that Kalona went to the side of Love and Light!* It seems like Kalona will get a second chance with Nyx (can't wait to find out in the next book!!)* It was very interesting that the circle lost Water (Erin) but found a good replacement (Shaunee)!* Neferet finally had to pay for some of the bad stuff she did (Can't wait to find out in the next book!!!)* Aphrodite is so funny! She makes me laugh out loud while reading!!!* Aurox and his struggle is wonderful too!* Thantos makes a great High Prestess!* Grandma Redbird was (as always) a wonderful presence in the book!* Damien may have found someone too (again can't wait to find out in the next book!)!!* A new character was introduced- Erebus straight from the Otherworld. There has been mention of him in previous books, but he actually has a part in this book!* The last scene is amazing!!!! I love it when Stark tells Zoey to look into the mirror and Zoey says I know what Heath looks like. I got tingles. I highlight passages that I really enjoy, and I highlighted a bunch of Aphrodite's comments as well as that last few pages!I read the last 20% of the book faster than I have read any other book. I was literally on the edge of my seat. I have tons of homework to do, but I could not do homework until I knew what happened! Seriously, BEST HON EVER! I have really loved all of them, and have read the novellas and fledgling handbook. I can't get enough of this series. I am sad that the next book doesn't come out until fall 2013. The Cast ladies left the series in a great place where just about anything can happen. Will Neferet live? Will everyone live happily ever after? What will happen with Damien and his new guy? Will Kalona ever be forgiven by Nyx? Is Erebus going to be a permanent character? I do not think my review even does justice with this book. Finally some positive things are happening to Zoe and her Nerd Herd! Thank you P. C. & Kristin Cast for a great story!!

I almost didn't buy this latest book in the series when I read some of the reviews. I heard many laments of 'filler' and deterioration of values and content. I have found this disappointment with other authors. I must say that is NOT the case here. The depth of research into the reverence and history of the wise woman along with many character twists are a realistic way of showing readers change is the results of choices made. The richness of background shows research and respect of the cultures depicted. I found Zoey's continuous inner dialogue realistic, unlike the hero of action movies. Zoey's self doubt, desire to be just be a 'normal' kid is realistic and doesn't set up impossible standards for young adults filled with self doubt to try to follow.The multiple plot twists and further definition and growth of characters are well paced and well written. The only downside would be the too convenient replacement of Erin from Zoey's inner circle who, along with an unusual gift of her own just happens to also have a water affinity- too contrived. A few trial and errors perhaps, replacing Erin with Nicole would have been a bit more plausible.I have read other complaints regarding the character Aphrodite; her vocabulary, attitude and skirting the border of substance abuse. This again, is a correlation of today's world. This girl's background was a way of showing that people aren't what they appear. Even 'poor little rich girls' can grow up in an abusive atmosphere and are just as needy of guidance in morals,healthy relationships and in learning how to trust. The substance abuse is a dangerous topic well handled. Many kids stray due to experimentation and fall into an abyss difficult if not impossible to climb out of. Other kids are simply following in the footsteps of their parents whose hypocrisy doesn't comprehend their addiction to prescription drugs and alcohol is no different than drugs on the street except for what happens when you get caught.In closing, from learning in the past this series is written by a mother daughter team comprised of a career high school teacher and her daughter a college student shows the love and experience the authors have for teens. This is demonstrated throughout their works. The authors know and understand all too well the pain of the emerging adult and painful transition of adolescence. This mother daughter team shows a respect, compassion and understanding while spinning a great tale deserving of two thumbs up!

This is a great series.

Perfect delivery for for all 5 of them

The 10th book like the first 9 is a rollercoaster action adventure with does not disappoint. Utterly silly nonsense but like popcorn it is easy to consume and very pleasurable light relief. For those seeking a little escapism from the real world this is the perfect solution.

Band 10 der Serie war sehr rasant und las sich im Gegensatz zu einigen Bänden davor richtig leicht. Zoey entwickelt sich immer mehr zu einem Charakter dem man als Leser nur wenig Sympathie entgegenbringen kann. Was nicht gerade gut ist für die Hauptfigur in dieser Reihe. Während alle Freunde um sie herum, erwachsen werden und sich dem Kampf mit Neferet stellen, bleibt Zoey ein weinerliches Kind, das sich die meiste Zeit beschwert, dass sie zu jung ist oder über ihre Bürde des Ausersehenseins stöhnt. Ich hätte schon längst das Handtuch geworfen, wären da nicht die tollen Nebencharaktere und ihre Geschichten. Lenobia die sich endlich ihren Gefühlen zu dem Cowboy stellt, Shaunee die einsieht, dass sie viel mehr ist, als nur die andere Hälfte von Erin, Aurox in dem die wiedergeborene Seele von Heath schlummert und Last but not Least Shaylin, die neue Vampirin mit der ganz besonderen Gabe. Endlich geht es auch richtig zur Sache und es kommt zu einem offenen Showdown mit Neferet. Was auch endlich mal Zeit wurde, denn es bedeutet das sich die Serie nun nicht noch weitere 10 Bände hinziehen kann. Hoffe ich zumindest. Alle die sich bis hierhin durchgekämpft haben, werden mit einem spannenden Teil belohnt, in dem gezeigt wird, dass sich Menschen und auch Vampire jederzeit ändern können und das Gut oder Böse eine Entscheidung des freien Willens ist. Ich freu mich auf den nächsten Band und hoffe, dass das Autorenduo nicht zu lange braucht, um ihn zu veröffentlichen.

Cette saga se poursuit sans faillir ni démériter!On continue l'aventure avec tous nos héros( ou presque) et les rebondissements sont là! Un vrai régal! Vivement la suite!!..

i love the house of night books. when i got the 1st one . i though i had orderd something else . but after i read it i could not stop there .....