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A Series of Four Seasons #2
Indigo Spring
Will you embrace Wisdom, or succumb to Subjugation?
Recently divorced school teacher Veronica Janssen is anxious to kickstart her life again. So, when she meets a handsome stranger at her favorite sporting goods store, she jumps at the chance to go out with him. Winston is everything she’s ever wanted in a man. He’s confident, generous, sexy, and not afraid to fight for what he wants. Best of all, he’s the polar opposite of her ex-husband, who wouldn’t lift a finger to save their marriage.
Far from timid, Winston takes the reins of the relationship right away, which makes Veronica feel safe and taken care of for the first time in her life. He even gives her an ancient artifact he discovered on one of his many overseas adventures, a necklace called the Brísingamen, said to have once belonged to the Norse goddess Freya. When he talks about making things official early on, Veronica doesn’t bat an eye. Unfortunately, none of her friends and family seem to like Winston, least of all her oldest and most loyal friend, Drew.
As a high-ranking Judge in the House of David, Andrew Raines doesn’t have time to deal with his old friend’s new relationship, but he doesn’t feel he has a choice. The man is controlling, isolating Veronica from family and stoking her childhood fears for reasons Drew can only begin to guess at. Watching her mysterious mental decline has been pure hell, but other strange things are happening in Chattanooga, Tennessee—bodies turning up in unlikely places. And the further Drew looks into it, the more he suspects Veronica’s new relationship isn’t quite as unrelated to his work as he originally thought it was.
Indigo Spring, the riveting sequel to True Winter, delves deeper into the enthralling universe of A Series of Four Seasons, offering readers a compelling glimpse into a world where love, loyalty, and intrigue intertwine with perilous consequences.
Recently divorced school teacher Veronica Janssen is anxious to kickstart her life again. So, when she meets a handsome stranger at her favorite sporting goods store, she jumps at the chance to go out with him. Winston is everything she’s ever wanted in a man. He’s confident, generous, sexy, and not afraid to fight for what he wants. Best of all, he’s the polar opposite of her ex-husband, who wouldn’t lift a finger to save their marriage.
Far from timid, Winston takes the reins of the relationship right away, which makes Veronica feel safe and taken care of for the first time in her life. He even gives her an ancient artifact he discovered on one of his many overseas adventures, a necklace called the Brísingamen, said to have once belonged to the Norse goddess Freya. When he talks about making things official early on, Veronica doesn’t bat an eye. Unfortunately, none of her friends and family seem to like Winston, least of all her oldest and most loyal friend, Drew.
As a high-ranking Judge in the House of David, Andrew Raines doesn’t have time to deal with his old friend’s new relationship, but he doesn’t feel he has a choice. The man is controlling, isolating Veronica from family and stoking her childhood fears for reasons Drew can only begin to guess at. Watching her mysterious mental decline has been pure hell, but other strange things are happening in Chattanooga, Tennessee—bodies turning up in unlikely places. And the further Drew looks into it, the more he suspects Veronica’s new relationship isn’t quite as unrelated to his work as he originally thought it was.
Indigo Spring, the riveting sequel to True Winter, delves deeper into the enthralling universe of A Series of Four Seasons, offering readers a compelling glimpse into a world where love, loyalty, and intrigue intertwine with perilous consequences.
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236 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 7, 2024
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May 12, 2024
To say I was disappointed by the second in this series would be an understatement. I loved True Winter. I loved the premise, the characters, the writing - well, everything. It was one of my stand out books from last year. So when I got a chance to read Indigo Spring I jumped at it.
However this is a totally different book to part one. Our protagonist from True Winter, Eden Dowler, does make cameo appearances but the action this time is led by Drew who wields a bow called Indigo Spring - just not oftej enough for my taste. The fight is still against Seditio and so I thought I'd be treated to more action-packed prose.
What I got was a love story led by Drew's friend, Veronica, who drove me absolutely potty. I know that there were extenuating supernatural factors but even before they started to take effect she was still an irritating character who couldn't manage a morning without a man's approval.
On the other hand, if you like some dark romance mixed in with your action then you'll love this part but please go and read True Winter too.
I sincerely hope that Dark Summer is more like True Winter. I certainly haven't given up on wanting to read the next part. I think every series is allowed a small lapse. I'll look forward to the next instalment with as much excitement as I did this one.
Thanks to Netgalley and BookSirens for the advance review copy.
However this is a totally different book to part one. Our protagonist from True Winter, Eden Dowler, does make cameo appearances but the action this time is led by Drew who wields a bow called Indigo Spring - just not oftej enough for my taste. The fight is still against Seditio and so I thought I'd be treated to more action-packed prose.
What I got was a love story led by Drew's friend, Veronica, who drove me absolutely potty. I know that there were extenuating supernatural factors but even before they started to take effect she was still an irritating character who couldn't manage a morning without a man's approval.
On the other hand, if you like some dark romance mixed in with your action then you'll love this part but please go and read True Winter too.
I sincerely hope that Dark Summer is more like True Winter. I certainly haven't given up on wanting to read the next part. I think every series is allowed a small lapse. I'll look forward to the next instalment with as much excitement as I did this one.
Thanks to Netgalley and BookSirens for the advance review copy.
April 29, 2024
The second installation in A Series of Four Seasons. This book continues from the first book, True Winter. It follows Drew, of the House of David, as he struggles to balance his work against the opposing organisation known as Seditio, with concern for best friend Veronica.
This book adds an element of mystery to the series that wasn't present in the previous book. It resulted in slowly building tension throughout the story. It reminded me of a psychological thriller in some ways. I did really enjoy where this instalment took the storyline, and I was impressed with how the book ended. Despite the changes in style, the story keeps the imaginative ideas of the last book and builds upon them.
Whilst I enjoyed this book, I didn't find it as gripping as True Winter. The plot unfolded much more slowly, and it lacked the intense action found in the first book. I believe this is more down to personal preference than anything, and I know many people will likely prefer the slower build-up and mystery of this book over the faster pace of True Winter or vice versa.
This book adds an element of mystery to the series that wasn't present in the previous book. It resulted in slowly building tension throughout the story. It reminded me of a psychological thriller in some ways. I did really enjoy where this instalment took the storyline, and I was impressed with how the book ended. Despite the changes in style, the story keeps the imaginative ideas of the last book and builds upon them.
Whilst I enjoyed this book, I didn't find it as gripping as True Winter. The plot unfolded much more slowly, and it lacked the intense action found in the first book. I believe this is more down to personal preference than anything, and I know many people will likely prefer the slower build-up and mystery of this book over the faster pace of True Winter or vice versa.
May 6, 2024
I received this book as an ARC from Victory Editing. :) (Sign up for Netgalley.com to request access to Arcs!)
My final rating for this book is 4 stars.
HOWEVER: I did not read the first book in the series so I am sure with further information my rating would have been higher. (I thought it was a standalone when I requested it and only realized it was not in fact a stand alone after I had gotten the ARC so I just decided to read it anyway lol)
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:
The FMC (Veronica) kind of irritated me to be honest. She is an elementary school teacher AKA a grown adult, yet at some points of the story she acts/thinks in an immature manner. I suppose this makes her more of a realistic character, being that we all have different reactions to stress. Throughout the story, Veronica struggles to make peace with past trauma, blaming herself for a tragic accident that occurred in her childhood. Simultaneously, she begins a relationship with a man who is 🇸🇪🇪🇲🇮🇳🇬🇱🇾 perfect(Winston), just what she was looking for. Only, no one, is truly perfect.
The MMC/ FMC's best friend (Drew) is very levelheaded, a perfect balance to Veronica's childishness. He works for a sort of "secret society" which consumes most of his time, causing a strain on all of his personal relationships, especially with his life-long friend, Veronica. All he does for work is to remain confidential, leading Veronica to question his motives when he becomes suspicious of the previously mentioned love interest, Winston. I love the way Drew was written, Q.K Petty gave him a fare share of faults as well as admirable qualities, adding to his dimension as a character.
𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭/𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠: Imo, this book was pretty fast paced. There is a duel POV between the FMC and MMC which was written really well, normally when reading duel POV's, I find myself dreading one character and skimming over the text, however, with this book that was not the case. Each character has their own conflicts and motives that kept me interested. This was something that I really enjoyed about this book.
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
This book was extremely well balanced now that I really think about it. However, one minor flaw, the interaction between characters was SOMETIMES awkward because it was written a little 𝘵𝘰𝘰 professional. Typically, we don't speak using "bigger words" but we shorten our sentences because it comes more naturally in a day-to-day setting. Although, this could have been done on purpose to convey the social-awkwardness of Drew. I'm only now having this realization lol.
After writing this, I am genuinely thinking about bumping up my rating because this was really well written and I enjoyed everything about it from the plot to the writing style. Either way, I didn't feel any real connection to the characters, likely because I never read the first installment.
(Essentially, It's my problem that I didn't let this book live up to its full potential.)
○Paranormal Activity
○Secret society
○Mystery
○Sub-plot of romance
○Sci-fi ish
Any who, I recommend giving this a read, that is after you read the first book, "True Winter."
(Publication date May 7th 2024)
Thanks again to the publisher, Victory editing for providing this ARC! Thank you for reading bye pookies <3
My final rating for this book is 4 stars.
HOWEVER: I did not read the first book in the series so I am sure with further information my rating would have been higher. (I thought it was a standalone when I requested it and only realized it was not in fact a stand alone after I had gotten the ARC so I just decided to read it anyway lol)
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:
The FMC (Veronica) kind of irritated me to be honest. She is an elementary school teacher AKA a grown adult, yet at some points of the story she acts/thinks in an immature manner. I suppose this makes her more of a realistic character, being that we all have different reactions to stress. Throughout the story, Veronica struggles to make peace with past trauma, blaming herself for a tragic accident that occurred in her childhood. Simultaneously, she begins a relationship with a man who is 🇸🇪🇪🇲🇮🇳🇬🇱🇾 perfect(Winston), just what she was looking for. Only, no one, is truly perfect.
The MMC/ FMC's best friend (Drew) is very levelheaded, a perfect balance to Veronica's childishness. He works for a sort of "secret society" which consumes most of his time, causing a strain on all of his personal relationships, especially with his life-long friend, Veronica. All he does for work is to remain confidential, leading Veronica to question his motives when he becomes suspicious of the previously mentioned love interest, Winston. I love the way Drew was written, Q.K Petty gave him a fare share of faults as well as admirable qualities, adding to his dimension as a character.
𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭/𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠: Imo, this book was pretty fast paced. There is a duel POV between the FMC and MMC which was written really well, normally when reading duel POV's, I find myself dreading one character and skimming over the text, however, with this book that was not the case. Each character has their own conflicts and motives that kept me interested. This was something that I really enjoyed about this book.
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
This book was extremely well balanced now that I really think about it. However, one minor flaw, the interaction between characters was SOMETIMES awkward because it was written a little 𝘵𝘰𝘰 professional. Typically, we don't speak using "bigger words" but we shorten our sentences because it comes more naturally in a day-to-day setting. Although, this could have been done on purpose to convey the social-awkwardness of Drew. I'm only now having this realization lol.
After writing this, I am genuinely thinking about bumping up my rating because this was really well written and I enjoyed everything about it from the plot to the writing style. Either way, I didn't feel any real connection to the characters, likely because I never read the first installment.
(Essentially, It's my problem that I didn't let this book live up to its full potential.)
○Paranormal Activity
○Secret society
○Mystery
○Sub-plot of romance
○Sci-fi ish
Any who, I recommend giving this a read, that is after you read the first book, "True Winter."
(Publication date May 7th 2024)
Thanks again to the publisher, Victory editing for providing this ARC! Thank you for reading bye pookies <3
May 12, 2024
Wow, I’m shocked. I feel like I manifested this. How does Indigo Spring have everything that I felt was missing from True Winter? After only one chapter for both Veronica and Drew, I felt like I knew them. The character development is fantastic for how short this is. I found myself incredibly interested in Veronica and Drew’s stories, even in places where I didn’t like them, personality quirks and all. The pacing is perfect, though it’s a real page-turner, so you’ll get through it quickly. Indigo Spring is definitely more my speed when it comes to world-building and detail.
My general thoughts about this are fairly similar to those of True Winter, but I will say that I think the writing is even better. The imagery is insane and at times, strikingly beautiful. It’s still uncomplicated, accessible, and engaging. It promises the action and twists of its predecessor, but it really just did a lot more for me.
Side note: Orion is as horrifying as ever and it almost makes me want to change my True Winter rating because I’m thinking that the hero-to-villain setup was pretty masterful. Ugh, what a toss-up. Q.K. Petty can really write some horrifyingly fantastic villains.
Absolutely recommend, and very excited for the third (:
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!
My general thoughts about this are fairly similar to those of True Winter, but I will say that I think the writing is even better. The imagery is insane and at times, strikingly beautiful. It’s still uncomplicated, accessible, and engaging. It promises the action and twists of its predecessor, but it really just did a lot more for me.
Side note: Orion is as horrifying as ever and it almost makes me want to change my True Winter rating because I’m thinking that the hero-to-villain setup was pretty masterful. Ugh, what a toss-up. Q.K. Petty can really write some horrifyingly fantastic villains.
Absolutely recommend, and very excited for the third (:
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!
May 4, 2024
Indigo Spring is the sequel to True Winter and it was just as good. While the first book focused on Eden, Indigo Spring focuses on Drew, another member of the House of David.
Sent to his hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee to watch over the location of an ancient artifact, Drew reaches out to his childhood friend Veronica. As the old friends spend time together, Drew learns Veronica has begun dating a mysterious man who seems to be everything she wants in a companion. But something doesn't feel right to Drew. Could this man be as wonderful as Veronica thinks, or could he be part of something more sinister?
Like the first book, this was intense and fast-paced. I enjoyed learning more of the history of the House of David's weapons as well as the artifacts they are searching for. There were some twists that I didn't see coming and boy did they blow me away!
I'm really enjoying this series and am grateful for the opportunity to read this advanced copy. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher.
Indigo Spring will be published May 7, 2024.
Sent to his hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee to watch over the location of an ancient artifact, Drew reaches out to his childhood friend Veronica. As the old friends spend time together, Drew learns Veronica has begun dating a mysterious man who seems to be everything she wants in a companion. But something doesn't feel right to Drew. Could this man be as wonderful as Veronica thinks, or could he be part of something more sinister?
Like the first book, this was intense and fast-paced. I enjoyed learning more of the history of the House of David's weapons as well as the artifacts they are searching for. There were some twists that I didn't see coming and boy did they blow me away!
I'm really enjoying this series and am grateful for the opportunity to read this advanced copy. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher.
Indigo Spring will be published May 7, 2024.
June 17, 2024
Indigo Spring is the second installment of A Series of Four Seasons, following True Winter. True Winter was a truly captivating read and Indigo Spring did not disappoint! Although Indigo Spring is next in sequence, it can be read as a stand-alone. This book follows different main characters and a different storyline, however I would recommend reading True Winter first if you really want to be wowed!
In this book, we are introduced to Drew, another judge in the House of David. As part of the House of David, Drew works to obtain and secure powerful ancient artifacts and prevent them from getting into the wrong hands. Unlike Eden, aka the Grim Reaper, who is a wild card (bk 1), Drew is very level-headed and thinks before he acts. He is also very secretive but views it as a means of protection. His way of dealing with certain situations usually helps him until his best friend Veronica experiences major life changes. After the death of her brother, Veronica is overcome by guilt and needs her best friend, however he can not show up for her in the way she needs. She then finds a new love interest, Winston, and she is absolutely taken by him. He is perfect. He listens to her, he is present, and he helps her get through hard times. He gifts Veronica with an ancient necklace, which is said to have belonged to the Norse goddess Freya, and tells her it will help her through her healing process. This necklace does the exact opposite. Winston notices the drastic mental decline in his best friend and rushes to find the connection between Winston and the secret organizations before it is too late. Drew is tasked with saving his best friend, discovering Winston's true motive, protecting the Dark Summer fragment, and uncovering the truth of what is really happening in Chattanooga involving the blood of Mary all at once. The twists and discoveries made along the way are absolutely mind-blowing!
Indigo Spring is quite different from the True Winter, but I enjoyed it just as much. This book is more of a psychological thriller, with several mind-bending, jaw-dropping moments. The author did a great job of bringing us back to the setting of the first book and bringing back a few of the characters I have already come to love. It was interesting seeing the drastic difference between Eden from the first book and Drew from this book. They are two completely different characters, and although I absolutely loved Eden, I also found myself loving Drew's character as well because he is such a mystery. I can appreciate the author not sticking to one character type, especially considering the brutal work of the House of David. Veronica was a character I initially had mixed emotions about because of how weak she was, but that all went out the window the second Winston stepped in. Her weakness and vulnerability made her psychological breaks much more intense and created that perfect eerie atmosphere. As far as Winston goes, I guessed the deal with him from one of his first interactions with Veronica, however when it was revealed towards the end, I had so many questions! That, along with the shocking ending and encrypted messages have me eager for the next book in this series!
Thank you NetGalley and Q.K Petty for another riveting read!
In this book, we are introduced to Drew, another judge in the House of David. As part of the House of David, Drew works to obtain and secure powerful ancient artifacts and prevent them from getting into the wrong hands. Unlike Eden, aka the Grim Reaper, who is a wild card (bk 1), Drew is very level-headed and thinks before he acts. He is also very secretive but views it as a means of protection. His way of dealing with certain situations usually helps him until his best friend Veronica experiences major life changes. After the death of her brother, Veronica is overcome by guilt and needs her best friend, however he can not show up for her in the way she needs. She then finds a new love interest, Winston, and she is absolutely taken by him. He is perfect. He listens to her, he is present, and he helps her get through hard times. He gifts Veronica with an ancient necklace, which is said to have belonged to the Norse goddess Freya, and tells her it will help her through her healing process. This necklace does the exact opposite. Winston notices the drastic mental decline in his best friend and rushes to find the connection between Winston and the secret organizations before it is too late. Drew is tasked with saving his best friend, discovering Winston's true motive, protecting the Dark Summer fragment, and uncovering the truth of what is really happening in Chattanooga involving the blood of Mary all at once. The twists and discoveries made along the way are absolutely mind-blowing!
Indigo Spring is quite different from the True Winter, but I enjoyed it just as much. This book is more of a psychological thriller, with several mind-bending, jaw-dropping moments. The author did a great job of bringing us back to the setting of the first book and bringing back a few of the characters I have already come to love. It was interesting seeing the drastic difference between Eden from the first book and Drew from this book. They are two completely different characters, and although I absolutely loved Eden, I also found myself loving Drew's character as well because he is such a mystery. I can appreciate the author not sticking to one character type, especially considering the brutal work of the House of David. Veronica was a character I initially had mixed emotions about because of how weak she was, but that all went out the window the second Winston stepped in. Her weakness and vulnerability made her psychological breaks much more intense and created that perfect eerie atmosphere. As far as Winston goes, I guessed the deal with him from one of his first interactions with Veronica, however when it was revealed towards the end, I had so many questions! That, along with the shocking ending and encrypted messages have me eager for the next book in this series!
Thank you NetGalley and Q.K Petty for another riveting read!
May 18, 2024
Book Review: Indigo Spring by Q.K. Petty
Rating: 3 Stars
Let's delve into "Indigo Spring" by Q.K. Petty! This novel follows the story of Veronica Janssen, a recently divorced school teacher, as she embarks on a new romantic journey with the mysterious Winston in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Blending elements of romance, mystery, and drama, the book offers a mix of emotions and suspense.
First things first, can we take a moment to appreciate the stunning cover of this book? Kudos to the designer for creating such an eye-catching piece of art! As someone who enjoyed the first book in the series, I was eager to dive into this sequel. However, it fell slightly short of my expectations.
One of the key aspects that didn't quite resonate with me was the noticeable shift in tone and character development from the previous installment. It took me some time to {re}connect with Drew. The depth and allure that drew me to the characters in the initial story seemed to be lacking this time around.
Veronica, the protagonist, failed to capture my full attention and empathy as a reader. Her decisions and actions left me feeling disconnected, making it challenging to fully engage with her character arc. The pacing of the plot felt slower compared to the first book, and the absence of intense action was evident.
Despite these drawbacks, "Indigo Spring" did have its redeeming moments. The plot twists towards the conclusion added a layer of intrigue and set the stage for future developments in the series. While it may not have matched the intensity of its predecessor, this installment served as a necessary bridge to upcoming events.
As the second book in a series of four, "Indigo Spring" lays a foundation for what lies ahead. For readers invested in the series, this book offers essential insights into the evolving storyline and sets the stage for potential excitement in future installments.
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️
Rating: 3 Stars
Let's delve into "Indigo Spring" by Q.K. Petty! This novel follows the story of Veronica Janssen, a recently divorced school teacher, as she embarks on a new romantic journey with the mysterious Winston in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Blending elements of romance, mystery, and drama, the book offers a mix of emotions and suspense.
First things first, can we take a moment to appreciate the stunning cover of this book? Kudos to the designer for creating such an eye-catching piece of art! As someone who enjoyed the first book in the series, I was eager to dive into this sequel. However, it fell slightly short of my expectations.
One of the key aspects that didn't quite resonate with me was the noticeable shift in tone and character development from the previous installment. It took me some time to {re}connect with Drew. The depth and allure that drew me to the characters in the initial story seemed to be lacking this time around.
Veronica, the protagonist, failed to capture my full attention and empathy as a reader. Her decisions and actions left me feeling disconnected, making it challenging to fully engage with her character arc. The pacing of the plot felt slower compared to the first book, and the absence of intense action was evident.
Despite these drawbacks, "Indigo Spring" did have its redeeming moments. The plot twists towards the conclusion added a layer of intrigue and set the stage for future developments in the series. While it may not have matched the intensity of its predecessor, this installment served as a necessary bridge to upcoming events.
As the second book in a series of four, "Indigo Spring" lays a foundation for what lies ahead. For readers invested in the series, this book offers essential insights into the evolving storyline and sets the stage for potential excitement in future installments.
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️
May 5, 2024
As the second book in the Series of Four Seasons, Indigo Spring expands on the story and characters of True Winter, where everything started and the main focus was on Eden, one of the House of David's highest ranking members.
Indigo Spring's focus is on Drew, who was already present in book 1 but reveals his backstory here as the story unfolds.
While the reader gets plenty of action again, it's set to a different tone than the first story was. Here we get more of a mystery as the reader fights alongside Drew to unravel the secret of his best friend Veronica's new love interest which takes over her life rapidly and changes her significantly.
During the search for the truth the readers get a more in-depth view at the history of the House of David, it's weapons as well as the artifacts they are searching for.
While I again enjoyed this second installment, I couldn't help but stumble over two plot twists that were revealed a bit too sudden but they didn't have that much of an impact the book wouldn't entertain greatly overall.
I certainly look forward to the next two books in the series and can't wait to truly meet the next two main characters who were hinted at in Indigo Spring.
Many thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.
#IndigoSpring #TrueWinter #QKPetty #NetGalley
Indigo Spring's focus is on Drew, who was already present in book 1 but reveals his backstory here as the story unfolds.
While the reader gets plenty of action again, it's set to a different tone than the first story was. Here we get more of a mystery as the reader fights alongside Drew to unravel the secret of his best friend Veronica's new love interest which takes over her life rapidly and changes her significantly.
During the search for the truth the readers get a more in-depth view at the history of the House of David, it's weapons as well as the artifacts they are searching for.
While I again enjoyed this second installment, I couldn't help but stumble over two plot twists that were revealed a bit too sudden but they didn't have that much of an impact the book wouldn't entertain greatly overall.
I certainly look forward to the next two books in the series and can't wait to truly meet the next two main characters who were hinted at in Indigo Spring.
Many thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.
#IndigoSpring #TrueWinter #QKPetty #NetGalley
April 29, 2024
Indigo Spring is the second book in the Series of Four Seasons - while characters from True Winter are very much a part of this story, the main characters are new to the reader.
After her marriage ended, Veronica has been despairing that she will never be important enough to anyone, until she meets Winston, who seems too good to be true. And you know what they say . . .
Meanwhile, her long time friend Drew is immediately wary of Winston and Veronica's sister thinks he is not what he seems, but Veronica is smitten and will not listen to anyone's concerns about her new man. The House of David's war with evil organization Seditio is ramping up and Veronica is very much caught up in the middle.
The plot keeps moving and the pacing is consistent in this installment, and with less than 300 pages, it is a quick read that kept my attention to the last page.
After her marriage ended, Veronica has been despairing that she will never be important enough to anyone, until she meets Winston, who seems too good to be true. And you know what they say . . .
Meanwhile, her long time friend Drew is immediately wary of Winston and Veronica's sister thinks he is not what he seems, but Veronica is smitten and will not listen to anyone's concerns about her new man. The House of David's war with evil organization Seditio is ramping up and Veronica is very much caught up in the middle.
The plot keeps moving and the pacing is consistent in this installment, and with less than 300 pages, it is a quick read that kept my attention to the last page.
May 21, 2024
I think that Q.K. Petty did a really good job in setting up people in Indigo Spring in that you never realized what was to play out. In other words he kept his main character in hiding throughout the book and only brought him in to close out the story by manipulating Veronica into her killing frenzy. Look at her divorce, and later at Orion. Both involved into destroying the House of David. Many interesting things go on that you don't know what's going to change the story around. The Dark Summer shard is important in the story and also is the neckless Brísingamen supposedly worn by the goddess Freya (my main interest in the whole story). They each have something to do with the story. What plays out is that the main characters didn't seem to be the main characters in the story. It's an interesting read.
May 13, 2024
Indigo Spring presents a different narrative from True Winter, maintaining a slower pace while upholding its intensity. Q.K. Petty's signature writing style remains evident, notably improved. I particularly enjoy delving into the lore and world-building. The characters feel more authentic and relatable in this installment. It's understandable why fans of True Winter wouldn’t appreciate this story. Well it’s a different type of story. While less action-packed, Indigo Spring leans more towards a romantic or psychological thriller ambiance. I suspect there's a deliberate reason behind Q.K. Petty's approach. I'm still captivated by this story and eager to see how it concludes. I have a feeling that Dark Summer promises to be an intense and dark continuation, fitting its title.
May 15, 2024
Another good read, this being the second in the series. It took me a bit to catch up as it was some time since I read the first book but it didn’t take long. I would recommend reading the first book, True Winter to understand the concept.
Drew was portrayed as a lovable bumbling type of character hiding his true self. Theres a love story developing and I felt rather sorry for him as he seems a bit of loner, given his occupation. Veronica ended up being a neurotic female and I rather wanted someone to give her the what for.
Drew and Veronica were mentioned in the first book and this is the extension of their lives.
Looking forward to reading the next installment.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Drew was portrayed as a lovable bumbling type of character hiding his true self. Theres a love story developing and I felt rather sorry for him as he seems a bit of loner, given his occupation. Veronica ended up being a neurotic female and I rather wanted someone to give her the what for.
Drew and Veronica were mentioned in the first book and this is the extension of their lives.
Looking forward to reading the next installment.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
May 28, 2024
crazy weird
Thank you NetGalley, Victory Editing, and Q.K.Petty. I really enjoyed the first book in a Series of Four Seasons so I was excited going into it. In one word this book was weird. Weird isn’t necessarily bad though. The mental state of Veronica throughout the whole book was frustrating and concerning. The jumping of the timeline back and forth with the POV’s made me question my sanity at times. This book is definitely a slower burn and made me wonder if anyone actually works in the House of David when there are no big battles to go to. The ending of the book was satisfying as everything was spelled out but now I don’t know which organization is the good one. Seditio seems to ruin whole families though so I still believe they are more evil. Now available on KU.
Thank you NetGalley, Victory Editing, and Q.K.Petty. I really enjoyed the first book in a Series of Four Seasons so I was excited going into it. In one word this book was weird. Weird isn’t necessarily bad though. The mental state of Veronica throughout the whole book was frustrating and concerning. The jumping of the timeline back and forth with the POV’s made me question my sanity at times. This book is definitely a slower burn and made me wonder if anyone actually works in the House of David when there are no big battles to go to. The ending of the book was satisfying as everything was spelled out but now I don’t know which organization is the good one. Seditio seems to ruin whole families though so I still believe they are more evil. Now available on KU.
June 14, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed Indigo Spring, the second book in the Series of Four Seasons. Drew's story introduces a gripping mystery that kept me hooked from start to finish. The dual POV between Drew and Veronica was executed brilliantly, adding depth to both characters. The tension between Drew's secretive work and his concern for Veronica was evident and engaging. The twists were unexpected and added to the overall excitement. I highly recommend reading this after True Winter for a captivating and well-rounded experience. Many thanks to NetGalley, Q.K. Petty and the publisher for this ARC!
June 15, 2024
The bad seeds continue to grow and multiply spreading their poisonous lies as truths. I could barely stomach all the violence, lies, and betrayals for the greed of their cause- power!!!! It's a very dangerous thing in the wrong hands, and that's the direction they are headed. I'm very disheartened. It's gutwrenching to see how easily some are manipulated to do the bidding of others. I have no desire to continue reading in this vein. I voluntarily read a free copy of this book provided by book sirens and am giving an honest opinion.
May 14, 2024
I can't recommend this series enough! I'm obsessed with the world and characters that Petty has created, and I can't wait for Book 3!
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July 5, 2024 I received an advanced digital copy of this book, courtesy of the author and publisher, via Netgalley, for review consideration.
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