How far can a human mind be pushed before it breaks?Ariya Adam’s unique ability to heal both werewolves and vampires with only a few drops of blood gives her a great power that puts her life in unfathomable danger.When a new, more powerful and manipulative evil comes into play, even her sexy vampire boyfriend and protector won’t be able to keep her safe. Especially when their forbidden affair … their forbidden affair makes Ariya more vulnerable to the deceptive new enemy seeking to control her.
Despite her determination, Ariya comes face to face with a pain greater than she ever imagined. Even the most powerful abilities have limitations, and this time, the power of her blood might not be enough to save those she loves most.
If all else is lost, will Ariya survive?
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Awakened Book 2 Ariya Adams Trilogy
Ariya has a powerful gift as she recently discovered and it can heal both vampires and werewolves. Her Protector and love, James, has kept her safe so far but a new powerful evil is now after her and her gift. Can he continue to keep her safe?
In this second novel I felt like things really ramped up. There was more action and romance. I am happy that Ariya and James finally decided to be together but things become difficult for them in this book. I hated all their struggles. The characters on this novel continued to grow from the previous book. The new foes in this novel definitely seemed stronger. Even though there were a few errors in this novel I feel that it still deserves 5-stars. They can easily be overlooked and there wasn’t anything else I did not like about this book.
This is the second book to the Ariya Adams Trilogy. I have become addicted to this amazing series. I am now hooked to paranormal romance due to this author. You have to read the first book Protected in order to understand what is going on now. When I got this book I started it immediately. I could not put this book down. You can’t help but to fall in love with these characters again. It only took me a few hours to devour this incredible story.
This book starts right where the first one ends. Ariya Adams was your typical Senior in college. She was in her last semester of college when she meets the beautiful James. Ariya was told that she had to be protected due to a special bloodline that runs through her. She is then entered into a fantasy land with vampires, werewolves, and even witches. Ariya is very attracted to James right from the start. Her loves for James gets them into some great danger. Ariya finds herself now running for her and her friends lives. She’s trying to find a way to destroy this evil but Ariya doesn’t realize how powerful this evil can be. Ariya is the key to stopping this battle but she needs to find out how. When she tries to fight her battle she ends up in real great danger. She is taken by the evil that has started it all. Ariya is shocked when she finds out who is making her life a living hell. Will Ariya be able to find the answers she is looking for or will she end up in danger that even James can’t protect her from?
I absolutely loved this book. The storyline has it all romance, suspense, and supernatural. You will fall in love with this incredible couple again. Ariya is much stronger than the beginning. She will do anything to protect the people she loves. James knows he needs to do his job but he can’t stop the feeling he has for Ariya. He will do anything to protect her. The way they care for eachother will make your heart melt. You will also fall for the secondary characters. They bring the story to life especially Riley. These characters have some steamy scenes that will make your temperature rise. This amazing author will keep on the edge of your seat until the very end. I can’t wait to see how the incredible series is going to end.
Awakened (Ariya Adams Trilogy #2) by Anna Applegate
4 out 0f 5 stars
Awakened the Ariya Adams Trilogy is book two written by Ms. Applegate and the second book that I have read by this author. I really enjoyed reading more about Ariya and James and the gang. The characters are well written, and I still enjoyed the storyline, but I thought the story just dragged on…. I mean don’t get me wrong there were some great scenes that made me feel a-part of the story.
Ariya Adams only recently discovered the supernatural world is real, and that world wants something from her. Her blood. Her unique ability to heal both werewolves and vampires with only a few drops gives Ariya a great power. However, that power has put her in unfathomable danger.
James, her sexy vampire boyfriend and Protector, has done well keeping Ariya safe in the past. When a new, more powerful and manipulative evil comes into play, it may prove to be more than they can handle, especially when their forbidden affair makes Ariya more vulnerable to the deceptive new enemy seeking to control her. Her grasp on reality will be tested and twisted as she battles to save James, her friends, and herself.
Despite her determination, she will be faced with a pain greater than she ever imagined. Even the most powerful abilities have limitations, and this time, the power of her blood might not be enough to save those she loves most.
Will her Protector/Boyfriend keep her safe? Can Aryia win the battle when her reality is being tested? If all else is lost, will Ariya survive?
I enjoyed this story and cant wait to read the conclusion to this trilogy…
By
Tracy
This series just keep getting better! I’m so glad I got to read the first book because it flows right into the next one. I thought Ariya went through a lot in the first book, until I read this one! There is another bump in the road for Ariya in this book but it nothing she cant handle, is it? Her relationship has grown with her vampire boyfriend and they will go through a lot too. Read this series in order because they are so great! I love the way this author writes and I can’t wait to read the next one!
Anna Applegate did it again. Awakened is book two in the Ariya Adams Trilogy. This book is amazing and should be on your read list if you like paranormal romances. This story is full of suspense, intrigue, allure and fantasy story line. In this story, Ariya is getting stronger and becoming a force to be reckoned with. There has been another couple that has come to play Caroline and Nick. These are supporting characters for Ariya and James. I am secretly hoping that Carolin and Nick will have triology of their own. Anna has given so many details for her characters in Awakened that it made the story almost new again. James and Ariya’s relationship is still evolving. One minute you think that they are going to leave one another and next minute they are into each other all over again. Will there be a break up in the future? I cannot wait to read book 3 for the answer.
Awakened (Ariya Adams Trilogy #2) by Anna Applegate was a fast pace read that at times has you filling the pages like a madd person.
Sucking us back into this unique tale of magic, vampires, werewolves and ever supernatural creature under the sun, it isn’t long before a new threat makes it’s appearances known. Kicking this story back into high gear, our cast is faced with a darkness that could ruin them all. This is the book in the series, and is a continuation story, I suggest you read the first book, to get a feel as to what is going on.
Okay I was on board with this, and I was more on board with the romance and love that Ariya and James share. But, as unique and different as this is form other books in the genre, making the villain super powerful and you know, old, (I say it that way because there is always a old evil that was once defeated, but somehow comes back), for me took away, just a little bit from the development of the story. These types of over powered characters, for me, work better in a stand- a-lone. Once you put them in a series, I find that you just end up needing to create more power OP characters to beat the last in every book. Don’t get me wrong the writing and plot of this second book is pretty incredible, I just wasn’t keen on this type villain.
Overall, I found that this book was more mature then the last, it’s moving away from how a YA would read to a NA. The romance was hot, the characters were less annoying and more adult (not saying adults can’t bee annoying) and just the over all tone and feel of the story felt like it was evolving as Ariya grows and matures. I feel bad for Ariya, being what she is and having a rare ability and then having everything/everyone trying to take it. I foresee that things are just going to get harder. But it was her strong will and ability to kept going when everything seemed lose, is what kept me in this book. Ariya is a excellent character and she’s gets better and better with each page. I can’t wait to see how different she is at the end of this series.
Take my high recommend that you will love this book, this series.
Happy Reading
E.A. Walsh
Awakened by Anna Applegate is the second book in her Ariya Adams trilogy. As compelling as the first this series is certainly ramping up to be a brilliant read.
Ariya is still trying to wrap her head around all she has learned – about the supernatural world, about vampires and werewolves, about herself. She is also trying to stay out of harms way, but given just how much everyone wants her this is easier said than done.
But with James there to protect her surely nothing at all could go wrong, right? When a new evil force rises and comes for her she starts to question just how safe she is. And when she finds herself fighting to save those she loves again Ariya night learn the hard way that she any always protect everyone, sometimes some people can’t be saved.
I really enjoyed delving back into this world. He continuation of the series has been well done. The story was just as intriguing and kept me reading to the end. The characters held all of the same allure for me as the first book – something which can be hard to do when you are revisiting the same characters. I am excited to see how this trilogy will conclude.
Awakened- Anna Applegate
5-star review
Awakened by Anna Applegate is another 5-star book!! This is the second book in the Ariya Adams Trilogy, I would suggest reading this series in order as this book starts off where the first one left off. Just like book one this book is so intense, incredibly captivating and so unexpected. There were so many twist and turns that had me sitting on the edge of my seat. I got so caught up in this amazing world that Anna created that I read this book in one sitting. I completely forgot about the outside world as I followed along with this amazing story.
Anna Applegate has quickly been added to my list of favorite paranormal authors, this series is completely original with it’s never a dull moment storyline. I love these characters so much and I feel so invested in their story that I can’t wait to read book 3 to see how Ariya’s story plays out. I would absolutely recommend this book and series to anyone looking for their next paranormal read!!
Thoroughly enjoyed this second book in the series. The universe created by the author becomes richer with the detail present in these pages. I became more enthralled by the path Ariya was on and couldn’t keep from turning the page to find out what would happen next. Solid writing. Plot points were engaging. The dialogue wasn’t forced. The story continued to develop the characters we found in book one and made them that much richer. Cannot wait to continue reading more.
Awakened is the second book in the Ariya Adams trilogy by author Anna Applegate, this book picks up right where the first book Protected ends, so I recommend reading this series in order. This book was fast paced and action packed not to mention filled with all sorts of supernatural happenings.
Ariya is weeks away from her twenty second birthday and mere months away from graduation. The strange happenings seem to be settled and life goes on. Ariya feels safe with her group of friends and the Protectors. Her feelings for James are growing stronger with the time they are spending together so when they head to his family home Ariya isn’t prepared for what happens. It turns out the evil they have been running from is closer than they think.
While I liked the first book it did move rather slowly. Awakened definitely picked up the pace as well as the interest level. As a reader I was on the edge of my seat for most of the story especially once Ariya was taken, it kept me guessing on what was really going on and I couldn’t wait to see if she would get out of this predicament. My only pet peeve was that Ariya isn’t a very strong character in my mind, she whines constantly which honestly got on my nerves, but I will say she was represented better in this book than the last. I still love James, Nick, Caroline and Riley though, as secondary characters they really carry the story. I am looking forward to seeing what happens in the third and final book.
Awakened, by Anna Applegate, is the second installment in the Ariya Adams Trilogy. This is a paranormal romances that provides suspense, intrigue, allure, fantasy and more. After reading Protected, the first part of the trilogy, I couldn’t wait to delve into the next part of this saga. Ariya’s character is well written and she’s definitively strong despite the growth she has ahead of her. The author has done an outstanding job of development with Ariya to include in herself, as well as, her relationship with others. The story line was well though out and the pace remained steady – maintaining interest and doesn’t fall off track. Anna Applegate is remarkable in her storytelling and it shines in this series. The second book is even better than the first, so this is definitely one of my top series recommendations for this year!!
Awakened is the second book in the Ariya Adams Trilogy by Anna Applegate. This is a direct sequel so I suggest you pick up book one, Protected, if you have because this book is definitely not a one shot. Ariya is still trying to process that the supernatural world actually exists, let alone her place in it. Both blessed and cursed with the ability to heal both vampires and werewolves with her blood she finds herself with incredible power and with a large target on her back. It isn’t long before a new and even more sinister evil comes looking for her and everyone she hold dear. This book was absolutely amazing. The amount of growth that Ariya goes through is amazing. She is definitely put through the ringer this time around and she comes out even stronger than before. A fantastic five star book and I look forward to reading the last book in the series.
Awakened (Book 2 in the Ariya Adams Trilogy)
By: Anna Applegate
5 out of 5 stars
The story Awakened (Book 2 in the Ariya Adams Trilogy) by Anna Applegate is a paranormal/romance book. It is the next book in a series and I loved reading it just as much as the first one. It starts out with Ariya still adjusting to a world that she had never know existed. Her attraction to her Protector, James, is stronger than ever. While these two are very close James still hesitates to take their relationship to the next level. Then a new threat appears and danger is once more a reality for Ariya and her friends. She is forced to make decisions that will affect those she cares for the most. Will she be able to keep her friends safe? Will Ariya be able to survive this new danger? I love the character of Ariya. She is a strong, independent woman. She does make decisions that frustrate those who are there to protect her. While she has been asked not to put herself in danger, when others may be hurt she always thinks of their safety, not her own. This story has Ariya experiencing fear, doubts and wondering what the future holds. Many of the characters in this story are ones that were introduced in the first book and there are also new ones. Some of them are helpful and some of them are evil and manipulative. This story has action, danger, magic, vampires, and romance. It is a page-turner that had me not wanting to put it down until I had read the final page. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series to see what happens next. This story does include mature content and would be recommended for those 18 years of age or older.
Awakened (Ariya Adams Trilogy) by Anna Applegate is the second book to this great series. This story continues on from the first book where vampires and wolves are fighting for our protagonist. One side wants to protect her and the other want to use and abuse her. But when evil take her, protecting her turns out to be more than they thought possible. The action and mystery, fear and heartbreak, suspense and horror continue as the sides fight it out. The story is fast paced and will have your heart in your throat as you navigate this exciting and wonderful read. This story has romance and friendship but still provides everything paranormal. I love the main characters and have became invested in them. Awakened is just as good if not better than the first book which leaves me excited for the last book in the trilogy. I love all things paranormal so sign me up for the next one.
5 Stars
Awakened is the second book in the Ariya Adams Trilogy by Anna Applegate. It is a fantastic paranormal romance- with vampires, werewolves, witches, supernatural elements, danger, kidnapping, mind games, manipulation, sinister plots, mystery, suspense, drama, secrets/twists, action… and so much more. This book is the second in the series and I highly suggest reading them in the correct sequence to get the most out of the story. I don’t recommend reading this as a standalone, as it is a continuing story that bridges from book to book.
As we discovered in book one, Ariya Adams in her senior year at college. She has a great, close-knit group of friends, and is looking forward to her final year. Strange things began to happen, and she started to think that she was going crazy. What she discovers instead is a supernatural world of vampires, werewolves and witches- where she is a direct descendant of a royal bloodline, with a special ‘gift’ that has placed a target on her back. She also discovers her protectors are a lot closer than she could have ever imagined. With her world turned upside down and her feeling for James growing stronger by the minute- will he be able to keep her safe and thwart the sinister plot that has her firmly in its sights? This fast-paced, action packed story should really be read to fully appreciate what a great book/series this is.
I did enjoy the first book in the series, ‘Protected’ (4 Stars), but I did have issues with the level of angst and melodrama in it. I am so happy to discover that in this book those issues have been resolved, and I really got to just immerse myself in the story and follow along as it all unfolded. This is such a great read, my favourite so far. It takes the great premise and foundations laid out in book one and takes it to another level. I couldn’t put the book down, I had to know what would happened next, and ended up devouring it all in a few hours. I got to the end and couldn’t wait to continue the story, so I dove right into book #3. This definitely isn’t your typical vampire story and I am so happy to say that it has its own identity, flavour and tone, from a lot of other books in the same genre.
In the last book the content seemed more suited to Young Adults- as there was a LOT of ‘teenage Angst’ and it was very light on the romance side. But this book definitely spiced things up a lot more. Ariya and James have an incredible connection and sizzling chemistry. Thankfully the angsty push-pull that really drove me crazy in the last book is not really an issue in this book. The story was exciting, suspenseful, surprising, romantic, and entirely captivating. There are emotional moments, jaw-dropping OMG moments, touching scenes, and heart in my moth moments that had me on the edge of my seat. I loved every minute and I can’t wait to find out what happens in book #3.
Thank you, Ms. Applegate!
Awakened is book 2 in the Ariya Adams trilogy from author Anna Applegate. This is my second read from this author, and she continues to get better and better and throughly enjoyed this book from beginning till end. I can’t wait to explore the final red to the series to see how this incredible world this author has created comes to an end. This book continues almost immediately after the events of book 1 giving us a recap into some of the events that occurred in Protected.
This read is filled with mystery, suspense & romance, and friendship that goes beyond words. They are action-packed and keeps you totally captivated till the very end!
This was a different take on vampire/ werewolves read that I normally read but none of the less I really enjoyed this book. This is a well developed & written book with amazing characters and a compelling storyline that leave you reeling with twists and turns. Ariya is now fully
Immersed into the paranormal world her closest friends are from and she seems to be taking everything in her stride, even if there is the possibility someone is hunting her.
These characters are written wonderfully by our author, and once again from the start you can’t help but really connect with Ariya and James, their connection has moved to the next level, they have an undeniable connection that at times gets quite hot. But it isn’t just the main characters to make this read that even more satisfying, but the secondary characters that are within along telling Ariya’s journey. The dynamic, love and friendship between Ariya and Caroline in this book is greater than before especially now Ariya is aware of what she is , but I also like her developing relationship with Nick, after the events of Book 1 and the revelations that they uncover together they become a tightly knit group who protect each other till the end!
This series continues to get better and better and I can’t wait to discover what lies ahead in the final book Sacrificed, if it anything like the other two we are in for one action packed ride!
Awakened is book 2 in the Ariya Adams Trilogy by Anna Applegate. Awakened picks up right where book 1 Protected ends. With the beginning of Awakened it recaps a lot of information from book 1 and that made the story go a little slower for me but once it picked up I enjoyed it. Ariya is an interesting character and she has a rare personality where she is always putting others before herself. Every likes to think they are this way however Ariya has done it time and time again, usually ending up putting her own life at risk. James, Riley, Nick and Caroline all make up her inner circle and they make quite a funny, yet serious group. They have a lot to overcome and Ariya and James both need to stop with their fears and just voice their thoughts, feelings and desires.
There are a few new characters in this story and the push and pull with the storyline has you wondering what else is going to go wrong and how the story ends. I can’t wait to get into book 3 Sacrificed and see how it actually plays out. The ending of Awakened leaves you with just enough to have endless outcomes.
I give Awakened (Book 2 in the Ariya Adams Trilogy) by Anna Applegate, 5 stars.
**This review may contain spoilers from book 1 of the series**
Well, now the secret is out. Not only does Ariya know what her friends really are, she also knows what’s so special about herself. But it seems like her secret has gotten out and now there are those that would do anything to get her. Not to mention that it seems like someone from James’ past is back too. But that’s impossible, isn’t it?
This book picks up where book one left off. Although Ariya is still in college, this book is more about the supernatural side of things and less about college life. She is coming to terms with what she is and what her friends are. The struggle is definitely obvious in the decisions she makes. The author makes you feel many things in this book. There is humor, love, heart-wrenching anguish. You are taken on a roller coaster and you willing go. I will not give anything away, but some much happens in this book and there are many surprises I did not see coming.
In my opinion, this book is even better than the first. We get to know the characters from book one better, plus meet some new ones. The story gets deeper and darker. A supernatural romantic suspense that I highly recommend to the New Adult age group and higher. I do think book one should be read first so that this one makes more sense.
AWAKENED is Book 2 in the Ariya Adams Trilogy and I think it’s super important to read this series in order.
I enjoyed AWAKENED more than the first book PROTECTED and I’m glad I stuck with the trilogy. In Book 2, the characters are further developed, new ones are introduced and there are way more twists and turns. There is an urgency about this book and it finds Ariya getting used to and not being “as overwhelmed by the gift”.
I do enjoy that there is a bit of a “new spin” on an old tale and I like where the series is headed. There were times I was super frustrated and just wanted to throw my kindle out the window (which I always say is a good sign, because it means I’m invested).
I look forward to seeing how this trilogy wraps up – and even though I’m pretty sure I know how, I will be reading book 3.
Awakened is book two in the Ariya Adams trilogy by Anna Applegate. This is obviously a book where you’d want to read the first one before this. It seems to pick up exactly where the first left off. Which is great since the first was a cliffhanger.
I tell ya, this group of friends have been through it all. I don’t know how Ariya was able to make it through what she did but wow was she brave. There were so many twists and crazy things happening that I was scared myself. She is very stubborn though and definitely doesn’t listen well. I wonder about her relationship with James.
I’m still in awe of the fact that I found a paranormal trilogy that I enjoy. The secrets keep you reading and it’s a good story line. I can’t wait to see who will win.