Review: One of the best books of 2013!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 24, 2013
Somebody’s Angel by Kallypso Masters was one novel I have been eagerly anticipating. It was well worth the wait and is probably my favorite book of the series because of the myriad of emotions it brought forth from tears and sadness to laughter and joy. I was drawn into the story from the first page and long after having finished it I am still thinking about each person and their journey to happiness. I just wish I had more than five stars to give to this amazing book.Somebody’s Angel is the continuation of Marc and Angelina’s story. We first met Marc and Angelina when Ms. Masters told their story in Nobody’s Angel. While we originally thought that they had reached their happily ever after, Ms. Masters has stated that Marc’s story wasn’t complete. Marc was keeping a big secret and that was causing problems in his relationship with Angelina. Their story needed to be resolved, thus Somebody’s Angel.Ms. Masters has created characters so real that I feel they are actual people. When they hurt, I hurt. I cried copious tears throughout the book. My heart was ripped from my chest, thrown to the ground and stomped on more than once. I ached for Marc and Angelina to work through their problems. I feel so vested in these characters’ lives. Ms. Masters has done a tremendous job of writing a passion filled series. When Somebody’s Angel arrived on my e-reader, I disappeared into my room to lose myself in its pages. Interruptions irritated me because I didn’t want anything to come between me and my book.I know that the character of Marc has had his critics and hopefully after reading Somebody’s Angel, they will understand him more. Personally, I have always enjoyed Marc and am so pleased that even more of his back story was revealed. Marc is a complex character with a lot of inner pain and guilt. He knows he loves Angelina but something is holding him back.Marc and Angelina’s journey to their happy ever after was frustrating but ultimately satisfying. I love that Angelina and Marc made mistakes along the way because no one is perfect. Their moments of selfishness, immaturity, and even stupidity, made them even more human. Real relationships are difficult and not without some drama. But once Angelina, and ultimately Marc, dug in their heels determined to make their relationship work, it made the success even sweeter.While Somebody’s Angel focuses on Marc and Angelina’s story, we are able to revisit those friends we have made in the previous books. I am so glad that we were able to spend time with Karla and Adam as they work through their issues typical to first time parents. We also were able to see more of Savi and Damien’s story including their beautiful and touching wedding.Somebody’s Angel is not a standalone novel. You really need to read the entire series starting with Master at Arms. You won’t regret it though. And then you’ll find yourself looking forward to Luke and Cassie’s story as much as I am.