Review: Tiger's Voyage

Tiger's Voyage by Colleen Houck (#3 in the Tiger Series)

Synopsis from: Shelfari.com
Published by: Splinter

Kelsey Hayes pushes through the pain of lost love and strengthens her friendship with Kishan. Despite his strong feelings for her, Kishan has agreed to be her ally in helping her reunite with the man she still loves. Together, they seek to help Ren regain his memory and begin the search for the third magical gift; an object of power that will help break the curse that causes them to live part of their lives as tigers.

They board a luxury yacht and seek Durga's aid once again, who supplies them with her golden weapons. With Nilima, Mr. Kadam, Ren, and Kishan at her side, she soon learns that the task ahead will be even more difficult than the others. Confronting a dark magician, multiple dragons, and terrifying denizens of the deep seems easy when compared to facing the daunting task of stitching up her heart. Just when she thinks she's ready to set her feet on a new path, she is yanked back with a jolt to the one she's determined to leave behind.

The jarring tug-of-war that ensues for Kelsey's heart leaves her anxious and confused. Combined with the stress of almost being killed every other day, it would appear that saving the tigers is almost more than she can handle. Still, she presses on, knowing that a choice is looming on the horizon. One she cannot put off making for long.

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Being the third book in the Tiger Saga, I was highly anticipating the book. The last book sort of left me on the edge, wanting more. I couldn't believe what had happened. For those who have already read Tiger's Quest, you'll get what I mean. I was left heartbroken at the end of the book, and couldn't believe what was happening. I nearly nearly cried at the end of the book.

Colleen Houck never fails to displease me. She has so much detail in her books, that I find myself reading every inch of the page, just so that I won't miss anything. That doesn't usually happen, but Colleen puts so much info in the book that I can't risk skimming the pages. I read this book easily because it was so exciting and action packed, romance wise as well as part of the mission.

I felt that this book circled more around the love triangle than the actual mission. I mean, yes, they were still very serious about the mission and finding all of the treasures. But from my point of view, I looked more forward to those scenes where they argued about their relationship, and what was going to happen.

I know that I'm supposed to be a Ren fan, but this book made me pissed at him. I wanted to punch him, even if it wouldn't end up doing any damage to his beautiful face. It made me like Kishan a little more, but I couldn't doubt that part of me that longed for Kelsey and Ren to end up together.

I recommend this book to anyone who's, of course, read the first two groups. But of course, I suggest this saga to anyone who enjoys action and romance, because I have to say, there's a lot of both!

Review: Tiger's Curse

Tiger's Curse by Colleen Houck (#1 in Tiger Series)

Synopsis from: Shelfari.com

Published by: Splinter

Passion. Fate Loyalty.

Would you risk it all the change your destiny?

The last thing Kelsey Hayes thought she’d be doing this summer was trying to break a 300-year-old Indian curse. With a mysterious white tiger named Ren. Halfway around the world. But that’s exactly what happened. Face-to-face with dark forces, spellbinding magic, and mystical worlds where nothing is what it seems, Kelsey risks everything to piece together an ancient prophecy that could break the curse forever.

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Great cover: Check

Great title: Check

Great weight: Not really

The first thing I noticed about this book was how heavy it was. Weird thing to say, but it was true. It wasn't the greatest first impression, but the book turned out to be very interesting. I would myself falling asleep the first few chapters, but as soon as I got to the part where Kelsey found out her tiger was actually human, I snapped out of my daze. The chemistry between them is instant, even though Kelsey isn't sure what to make of it. I mean, hello! He's a prince and he's standing right there! I usually get sick of stories where they have to keep searching for a "treasure," but this wasn't the same. Maybe it was because they fought a lot. Yes, that has to be it. And who doesn't love a book where two brothers are fighting over the same girl?

Now to the boys. Ren, Ren. I longed for you in each scene. He was so interesting, and very humorous, which I adored. Plus, he's tanned and he is ripped! (Not literally.) Who can resist a boy like that? I thought it was the cutest thing when he tried to kiss Kelsey, but then, it was all broken when she said no. My heart cracked a little, and I tried not to cry. He's romantic, and can be very frustrating, but I still love him. Kishan, his brother, isn't seen much in his book, but it's obvious that he likes Kelsey as well. When Kelsey made her big decision at the end of the book and he made a move on her, I wanted to slap him. But, still, I can just picture the black panther like tiger in front of my eyes, as well as the human boy inside. He seems more intense, and not too patient.

This book was a one nighter. I couldn't but it down for one second, not even to pee. Which is expected, but still. I stayed up late just to finish this book. I couldn't stop reading because every chapter would present a new challenge for Kelsey, whether it had something to do with the prophecy or her personal life.

I recommend this book to those who enjoy action and adventure stories. This definitely delivered on both, and not to mention the romance between the characters. It left me drooling for the second book!