Spell Bound (Hex Hall #3)

If you have been a fan of the HEX HALL series, you will most definitely want to read this final chapter. (If you haven't read HEX HALL--go forth and read it) Rachel Hawkins has created a magical world that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

One thing that I loved about SPELL BOUND is that all the pieces of the puzzle finally fit together. We learn a lot about Sophie's family and there are some other great twists as well. I laughed throughout the book and I also got a little teary..WHY?!?! I don't want to put any spoilers in this review, because if you are a fan of the series, I want you to find everything out on your own.

Overall, I thought the series wrapped up well. I'm sad to see it end but I'm sure Rachel Hawkins will have more fantastic stories for us to read soon.

Oh Rachel Hawkins how you mess with my heart! When I finished DEMONGLASS I'm pretty sure I cursed Mrs. Hawkins and her terrible cliffhanger (shakes fist still!), however she picks right back up at the beginning of SPELL BOUND (fine, you're forgiven Rachel!). I could not wait to get back into Sophie's world (and um...read more on Archer and Cal).

I loved the plot twists and how Sophie finds out more about her family. Add Sophie's quirky humor and wit on top of that and I was laughing and gasping the whole way through. And that heartbreak I mentioned? Well, I won't spoil it for you, but you've been warned. :)

I feel satisfied with how the story ends and applaud Mrs. Hawkins on a job well done. Though I can honestly say I will miss Sophie and all her friends, but alas, I am content.

Oh, this book. THIS BOOK. Demonglass left us with such a cliffhanger! And left me unsure if I was Team Archer or Team Cal, because let's face it. They are both amazing in their own ways.

But Spell Bound more than lived up to the promise of Demonglass. Plot twists right from the start! Humor that literally had me laughing out loud when I wasn't busy gasping or yelling at Sophie to GET OUT OF HARM'S WAY ALREADY. And the ending? I cried. Real tears.

This is a series with humor and heart, and this book is a strong ending to the series. I highly recommend.

After the cliffhanger ending in DEMONGLASS, I was worried SPELL BOUND wouldn't live up to my expectations. I shouldn't have worried. SPELL BOUND is a great conclusion to the very successful Hex Hall series.

First off, I love Sophie. I love her voice which has just the right amount of snark without being over the top. The revelation of who she really is will be finally addressed. Let's just say she's not really sure what to think of it. Seems she has not only demon blood but witch blood too. And that witch blood is from the Brannick's side, who just happen to be sworn enemies of the Prodigium. Seems her parents lived their own Romeo and Juliet story.

Archer, her boyfriend and supposed enemy, has some great dialogue plus the chemistry between the two of them feels real. Cal on the other hand, her fiance, feels more like a big brother type. I admit, I really feel for poor Cal in a few of the scenes. Elodie is back too. She brings mean girl to a whole new level. Ghost Elodie is able to take over Sophie's body, which can be totally terrible to her love life.

The plot has some great revelations. Seems Sophie has more surprises awaiting her after the Prodigium Council strips her of her powers. There's a little of something for everyone: romance, suspense, a huge final climax that has a surprising ending, and of course, Sophie arcing as a character.

A very satisfying conclusion to a engaging paranormal series. This whole series is as addictive as chocolate. You want to read more! I heard rumors that some readers are curious if there might be a spin-off series with one of the new characters. A Brannick twist would be very fun!