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It was a pretty okay read. I couldn't put it down for the entire day, but it wasn't anything spectacular. The storyline was good as well as the pacing, but a few details seemed cheesy and cliche and the main character was too angsty and edgy for my taste, especially with the tragic backstory. Without giving away too much, I will say that there is a secret about these families that I find to be pretty cool, so there's that. 6.8/10 would recommend


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Arcadia Awakens Kai Meyer Books Reviews

Kai Meyer molds such a unique and powerful world in Arcadia Awakens! Every time I cracked this book open, I just couldn't get enough of it. The mafia aspect is incredibly realistic and weaves these opposing families together in an ancient legend. I really, really loved that it was extremely different than other shape shifting books out there!

Rosa has a troubled past and just needs to be distracted. Setting out to Sicily seemed like the perfect getaway for her. Of course, its not just that simple and anything that can go wrong, does. She's thrust into a crazy twist of mafia animals (literally) feuding over power and her own feud of feelings for the enemy.

Rosa is a kick-butt kind of girl who isn't really afraid to be her true self. She's a character who was hard to grasp at first, but the readers grow with her as the story goes along. She's smart and serious, and then Alessandro comes in and she gains power and strength with him. Alessandro was one beautiful guy (in my mind at least) and even though he is considered by all to be an enemy of the Alcantara clan, he's so hard to resist. I loved that his and Rosa's relationship wasn't overbearing, or sappy.

Mafia business...crazy! I mean crazy. I can only imagine that things like this happen in real life and reading Arcadia Awakens is so full of action and so realistic that reading it is almost scary! The storyline never once faltered and was as strong as ever straight through the end. The shape shifting was incredible!

Meyer's writing was different than any I've come across. The writing is gender-neutral, so it doesn't matter who is reading. Its written in a 3rd person format that's incredibly detailed and in tune with the current character. I really enjoyed the writing and will be looking for more from Meyer.

Overall, this is a MUST read...as in the moment it releases. A fantastic, action-packed, suspenseful book that's sure to keep you on edge - I think I can safely guarantee that!

Review based on ARC
Life for seventeen-year-old Rosa Alcantara has never been simple. Part of one of the most powerful Mafia families in Italy, Rosa's parents moved her and her sister Zoe to New York City to escape the crime and murder that is part of everyday life for the Alcantaras. After tragedy strikes, however, Rosa decides to move to Sicily, and join Zoe, who already left New York to live with Florinda in the Palazzo Alcantara. As head of the Alcantaras, Florinda is far from warm and fuzzy, but Rosa hopes that a new life in Sicily will be what she needs. Everything changes, however, when Rosa happens to meet handsome and charming Alessandro Carnevare. As the son and heir of the Carnevare family, Alessandro is an enemy of Rosa's, but the two are instantly attracted to one another. Alessandro's father has recently died, and he is set to become the next head of the Carnevare family. Alessandro informs Rosa, however, that he believes his father's advisor and right-hand-man, Cesare , wants to overthrow him and becoming the new leader of the Carnevares. Rosa wants to help Alessandro, much to the distress of Florinda and Zoe who don't want her anywhere near members of a rival family. Things are further complicated when, one evening, Rosa encounters a massive, powerful tiger in the forest surrounding the Palazzo, a tiger with very human-like eyes who seems to know who she is.

Originally published in Germany, this novel from renowned author Kai Meyer is the first installment in the Arcadia Awakens trilogy. Part Godfather part paranormal romance, Arcadia Awakens is a truly unique book for teens. While there are paranormal elements to the story, the bulk of the novel is made up of the conflict between the Alcantaras and Carnevares, two rival Mafia families and members of Cosa Nostra. Readers who are unfamiliar with the Mafia might be slightly confused by many of the terms and references, although the novel could be incentive to learn more about one of pop culture's most commonly depicted organized crime groups. For those who aren't as interested in the Mafia aspects of the story, the very Romeo and Juliet romance between Rosa and Alessandro, as well as the paranormal elements, will be intriguing enough on their own. The author does a good job of creating a story that appeals to a broad audience, and one that definitely has enough potential to warrant a trilogy. The second book in the trilogy, Arcadia Burns, has been released in Germany and will be released in the United States in the near future.

This was one of those books that really left me stumped on what to expect. I knew it was about the Mafia, I had a pretty good guess that it had to do with shapeshifting of some kind, and I knew it was by a German author. What I didn't know, and was pleasantly surprised to find out, was that it was one of the most unique books I've read for the young adult audience this year. The Mafia isn't something you find too often in books for teens, and I really enjoyed the way the author dove headfirst into creating a very Godfather-¬y tale. The mythological and paranormal aspects of the story kind of took a backseat for me as I was reading the book, but I am hoping they will be expanded upon in the second and third installments because I think they hold loads of potential. One minor (and annoying) detail that I felt compelled to mention, was the frequent use of the word "supple" in the novel. I don't have a problem with this word and maybe it had something to do with the book being translated from German to English, but it seemed like everything in the novel was "supple." A little strange. There is also a decent amount of swearing, violence and gore in the book, which would make it hard for me to recommend to middle school-ers. For older teens, however, I would definitely suggest Arcadia Awakens as a unique and enjoyable read, chock full of romance and adventure.

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I love the Kai Meyer books - Great story
I loved this book, I finished it in under 24 hours and intend to buy the next one right away. While, a little confusing at times things gradually become clearer. The author does a fantastic job of tying up loose ends and making sure the reader is aware of what ends aren't meant to be tied up.
Keep going and going
Maybe it was trying to bring two different worlds together, but the story really dragged for me by the end. The novelty of what they are has worn off, and the mystery wore quite thin. The resolution felt rushed and messy to me.
It was a pretty okay read. I couldn't put it down for the entire day, but it wasn't anything spectacular. The storyline was good as well as the pacing, but a few details seemed cheesy and cliche and the main character was too angsty and edgy for my taste, especially with the tragic backstory. Without giving away too much, I will say that there is a secret about these families that I find to be pretty cool, so there's that. 6.8/10 would recommend