Oh wow, I can't believe this is number 8 already!!
But then again, you really can't get enough of Myla, though I have to say, it took me some time to get into the story and enjoy it.

Worldbuilding:
Was good. We went all over the place, seriously, but all scenes and environments were detailed enough so you knew what was going on and where you were.

Character development:
Was good. After 8 books you kinda think you know who everyone is, well, except for the villain, and that there isn't that much room for more growth. But then the book addresses some fears and worries Myla has, deep deep down, and figuring out what's important and what not seems to be the name of the game.

Pacing and flow:
Was decent. As I've said before, it took me a while to get into the book, mostly because it has pretty short chapters that constantly switch POV between Myla and Lincoln, which (especially at the start) kept interrupting the flow of the story :(
Good balance between action and conversation, as always.

I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book courtesy of the author and Netgalley and while it took me some time, I eventually got into it and enjoyed the rest of the book. Myla is just an awesome, kicking ass character :D

Christina Bauer manages to make something old new again in Quasi Redux, the eighth book in the “Angelborn: Origins” series. Bauer not only completely remakes Myla’s story, but writes a fairytale-retelling while she is at it.

I love the premise and it works for the series and for Myla and Lincoln. I would love a sneak peek in Prisoner 412’s life during the five years before Myla showed up because that seems like a fun story. Bauer makes the alternate universe just as fun and interesting as Antrum is in the “present”.

Lucky for us Myla is who she is no matter where you plant her and snarky plays well for me anywhere she is. Myla is still a kick-butt heroine who is willing to fight, love, and fight some more just for the fun of it. She does not give in to threats and takes no prisoners - not even her love Lincoln. Myla is willing to fight on her own if necessary that is if she can’t talk you to death into agreeing. (laugh)

Bauer creates great chemistry between Myla and Lincoln that transcends wishes, curses, and name-calling. I love Lincoln’s inner dialogue in regards to Myla in Redux. His feelings are just as funny at times as the spoken words.

Love redone mixed with a fairytale, action, sarcastic wit, and Myla is what makes Quasi Redux a great break from the Fall chill moving in.

I received an ARC of this book and I am writing a review without prejudice and voluntarily.

Keep in mind that if you are not familiar (like really super familiar, also know as you read all the previous books in order) then I very much do not recommend jumping in here. Quasi Redux basically throws the reader (and you know, the main characters) right into the action with tons of danger- and a scary megalodon encounter- and absolutely no backstory.


I will read anything that deals with Myla and Lincoln and this super intricate angel/demon supernatural world but I was a little hesitant to start this book because the synopsis sounded a little sad and after having read Thrax and experiencing the heart break that was the Lincoln/Myla situation there, I didn't know if I was up for more heartbreak. But since I had to know what would happen, I of course had to pick Quasi Redux up. I was so surprised (in the best of ways) to find that this was sorta, kinda a Beauty and the Beast retelling. I am such a sucker for fairytale retellings and Beauty and the Beast is hands down my favorite, and having Myla and Lincoln inserted into this storyline (with of course all the action, danger, fighting and sarcasm provided by Myla- she is not the sweet soft spoken Beauty of the fairytale and I love that about her.

Overall this was another solid installment in the Angelbound series that I am so glad I did not miss. Who would have thought that prehistoric sharks, fairytales, forced marriage, prison escapes, magical yard sales, The Great Scala action figured and lawn ornaments and curses would all mesh so well into a fast paced, entertaining story that I could not put down. I really like how the author has the ability to keep this storyline fresh, always a pleasant surprise that keeps me guessing and completely engaged. I am so here for the Myla/Lincoln HEA.

To say I loved Quasi Redux would be a huge understatement.
We get to see Myla & Lincoln as different characters, and yet they still hold their integral personalities.
The story of Beauty & The Beast carries strongly through this book, and we are whisked away of a fabulous fairy tale.
I am eagerly waiting to see what comes next....

Another great entry in the Angelbound Origins story, the characters were great and I really loved the plot. I look forward to more in the series.

Myla feels like she has finally gotten her life back. She is balancing being a mother, wife, queen, and Great Scala. She is going through gifts trying to decide what to keep and what to sell to family and friends when her igni start acting crazy. She is frustrated with what is going on and says, “Some days, I wish I weren’t the Great Scala.” That doesn’t seem like much, but a demon-titan was hiding behind the fountain and he grants that wish. Now Myla finds herself in an alternate world where she never met Lincoln and didn’t marry him. Since Myla wasn’t the Great Scala, all the quasis are living under the rule of Armageddon and life sucks. Of course, Myla has a plan. She will sneak into Antrum, find Lincoln and together they will find and defeat the demon-titan. Unfortunately, Lincoln doesn’t remember her and he has his own curse to deal with.

Quasi Redux is the eighth book in the Angelbound Origins series. Although we have had many books written about these characters, there are still more secrets that are being revealed. I love how Myla doesn’t take herself very seriously and is constantly bantering with the other characters. There is a lot of action and since the book is relatively short, readers will feel like the book is finished in no time. Bauer has once again outdone herself and has given us an adventure that will have us clamoring for more.

Another terrific addition to this series. I love how this series remains exciting and fun even at the 8th book. Myla is fierce and funny as usual. She is a terrific character... one of my all time favorite heroine. If you love this series... you'll enjoy this book and read what may have happened...