The Deceiver's Heart (The Traitor's Game, Book Two) (2)

The book came in very great condition and it was just what I wanted! I was able to read the first and third books in the series from the library but this is the second book and it was not available! So I read it and then donated it to the library so others could read it!

I haven't written a review in years so bear with me. The plot was fine. It moved at an enjoyable pace. This is more a character driven story with the plot on the back burner, that is fine if you actually enjoy the characters, especially the main characters. Kestra is enjoyable. I thought her lack of memories could be an interest twist. It really wasn't. It kinda got old fast how everyone around her was irritated about her not remembering them and blaming her for not trusting them. Kinda felt victim blame-y.The main problem was Simon for me. He was annoying at times the last book because he comes across as this dudebro who thinks he is always right and doesn't take others' thoughts or opinions into consideration. He is really selfish and obsessed with Kestra. That isn't love folks. Believing that your way is the only way and ignoring your partner's beliefs and opinions is majorly gross. He also can't accept her for who she is. He wants her to behave and be who *he* wants her to be. Again that isn't love and it's harmful for young women to believe it is. Also how fickle is he? Like c'mon? Another girl bats her eyes and shows interest and it's like, "Kestra who?" Like what? It just shows his love is as deep as the shallow end of a baby pool.3 stars. Because while Simon is loathsome. I actually did enjoy the Kestra parts. I don't think I want to continue with this series. Frankly it's such a common trope of the chosen one that I can find another series to read. The angst and the obvious setup for a love triangle is so 2006. Just not interested in that nonsense.

Dynamic characters!Thanks to Edelweiss and Scholastic Press for the opportunity to read and review The Deceiver’sHeart by Jennifer A. Nielsen!Kestra is back with Lord Endrick and he wants her to be a spy by infiltrating the Corack rebellion. She refuses but Lord Endrick takes her memories to the point where she doesn’t even know who Simon is. Kestra is sent to kill Simon. Luckily, before Endrick took Kestra’s memories, she gave the Olden Blade to Basil to hide it from everyone including herself. Simon sees Kestra in his village and figures out that she doesn’t recognize him at all. Kestra is taken to the Blue Caves where her memories begin to be restored and she realizes what she’s supposed to do. Kestra and Simon seem to continuously be pulled apart by their circumstances, people around them or their separate missions. They love each other but everything is getting in their way. The two of them are running in circles and they’re surrounded by the kingdom’s chaos and rebellion. The ending leaves the story and their relationship wide open and left me anxious for the third book of this series, The Warrior’s Curse! Dynamic characters within a doomed kingdom build this great fantasy series, 5 stars!

The reasons I love this book so far ( I am in middle, I will write another review when done the book)Since it's so good, I had to start my review already!_KESTRA!!!!! Such a strong girl , I feel as if I know her , as if we could be friends , she is ALIVE!- It catches you from the first sentence.-So many twists and plot turns that actually are able to be followed and although there is so much going on, it all keeps coming together in a clear way.- The characters and the setting are very well developed. I feel a deep attachment to these characters.Reading the book, I truly feel " sucked into the world".I can see the sights, I can hear the sounds and I can smell the scent's of each chapter.It's so vividly and beautifully crafted.Will add more information once I finish the book .

Now that the Infadante and Olden Blade have been determined and found, respectively, the relationship of Kestra and Simon is in a brink that has turned to tug-and-pull. On top of that, a new love triangle is added in the mix despite of the chaos in Antora. I have come to a point that I just want to smack Simon for being foolish. This second installment is packed with action and young teen drama (usual scenario in YA) . On the other hand, the author has managed to mislead me on who is the foe or friend (e.g. Loelle) in the story. Kudos to the author for making my head reel. I need book 3 now por favor!

this is amazing the rest of the trilogy and all i am in love. a MUST READ

My 10 and 11 yearOld kid’s read these books in a day. They could not put them down. My fav part was when my son had a call with all his friends and asked me how does he tell them he’d rather keep reading his book as of was that good!!

I really enjoyed this book! I’m looking forward to reading the final book in the series and seeing what happens with Kestra and Simon.