Review: YA Dystopian Perfection!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 3, 2014
Perhaps the best gift an author can give readers is a sequel that supersedes every literary expectation and yet answers all of our burning questions. E.R. Arroyo did not disappoint with her heart racing sequel to Sovereign, The Offering. I absolutely loved Sovereign and I was dying to find out how Cori dealt with life outside of Antius once she was finally free of the tyrannical Nathan. Even more pressing on every anticipatory nerve I possess was my desire to discover if Tyce would reemerge to compete with Dylan for Cori's affection. Hallelujah for the tempting Tyce and the beauty he brings to this story! Of all the amazing characters I admire in this series, Tyce grabbed my heart and I found myself charmed by him, aching for him and ultimately crying over him.For me, a fierce, complicated and flawed heroine takes the cake every time and Cori is my favorite "kick ass and take names" kind of protagonist. I found the sincerity in which E.R. Arroyo portrays Cori's vulnerability, especially her weakness and affection for Tyce and her selfishness, especially poignant and real. Cori's experiences in The City with Tyce and his people, including the elders, particularly highlighted her growth of character and I found her fascinating and exceptional.For those of you who feel that YA dystopia and PA books are a thing of the past or that it is missing originality and a freshness it once had, you must pick up this series, it will change your mind and renew your excitement in this genre.