InfiniteAuthor: Jodi Meadows
Series: Newsoul #3
Published by: Katherine Tegen Books
Publication Date: January 28, 2014
Format: eBook
Source: Purchased
DESTRUCTION
The Year of Souls begins with an earthquake—an alarming rumble from deep within the earth—and it’s only the first of greater dangers to come. The Range caldera is preparing to erupt. Ana knows that as Soul Night approaches, everything near Heart will be at risk.FLIGHT
Ana’s exile is frightening, but it may also be fortuitous, especially if she can convince her friends to flee Heart and Range with her. They’ll go north, seeking answers and allies to stop Janan’s ascension. And with any luck, the newsouls will be safe from harm’s reach.CHOICE
The oldsouls might have forgotten the choice they made to give themselves limitless lifetimes, but Ana knows the true cost of reincarnation. What she doesn’t know is whether she’ll have the chance to finish this one sweet life with Sam, especially if she returns to Heart to stop Janan once and for all.
I adore the Newsoul trilogy, so I’m sad to see it end. Both Incarnate and Asunder were strong books, and thankfully Infinite was just as strong of an installment. It really is a wonderfully satisfying end to the trilogy.
Infinite picks up shortly after where Asunder left off. Ana and Sam are dealing with the fallout of being betrayed and Ana’s exile. Heart and the area surrounding it is becoming increasingly unstable, Soul Night is quickly approaching, and anyone who supports newsouls is being targeted. Ana, Sam, and others set out to discover a way to destroy Janan before he can ascend and become immortal.
I’m always drawn to the fiery, hot-tempered characters, but Ana is a bit different. She is so sweet and innocent, yet she does have that fire. I go from wanting to hug and protect her, to being completely proud of her for being so strong and fighting for what she feels is right. I love the relationship between Ana and Sam; it’s so sweet and tender. He believes in her and is willing to follow her anyway. I just want to lock them up together and keep them safe. Unfortunately, the reality of her world is, she has to make a very difficult decision that may entail losing Sam.
Any answers I’ve had throughout the first two books were answered, and that made me very happy. I always wondered about the world itself and how it all came about, but I wonder no more. It’s actually pretty cool, but I’m not giving up the goods. I love how everything came together, any final puzzle pieces were put snuggly in place.
I remember almost not reading the first book because I was hesitant of the fantasy elements, but I’m so glad I went with it. The series isn’t bogged down with heavy world-building. In fact, it’s very easy to accept and get into. The plot was very interesting; I loved the way Meadows incorporated the reincarnation aspect into it. And of course, the characters get high praise from me. World-building, great plot, and awesome characters – three for three!
Infinite made me laugh, tear up a little, but definitely left me with a huge grin. The entire Newsoul trilogy is a solid read, and I look forward to more of Jodi Meadows writing.
Newsoul Series
I’m really glad you loved this one, Christy! I’ve only read the first book but seriously want to pick up the second. I might get to it soon, since now I know that this one was as strong as the first (and second, which I haven’t read)! Lovely review. <3
The trilogy really was good all around. Hope you pick them up soon.
Another trilogy I have yet to read! I really do love the covers on these.
I am glad it ended on a strong note.
I’m sure you’d enjoy this trilogy, Ali.
Yay Christy! I was hoping this would be a strong end to the trilogy and I’m so glad you thought it was. I’m super excited to hear we get answers for all our questions, there’s nothing I love more than finding out what I’ve wanted to know all along in the final book. So excited to get back to Ana and Sam!
Meadows did a really good job at filling any holes and giving a glimpse of what the world used to be like.
I’m surprised you were shying away from this series b/c of the fantasy elements. I learned something new about you – I had no clue you didn’t like fantasy. But I KNOW you like paranormal, right?
I’m glad you got your HEA with this solid read! Gotta love closure…
It’s not that I don’t like fantasy or anything, it’s just that the world-building tends to feel like a chore to get through. At least at first. That’s why I always give an UF series at least a 2 book chance. The first book usually bores me at times. And of course, I love paranormal!
aww I am glad it caused so many emotions, always hard to say goodbye to our favorite series. But awesome to hear it ended on a strong note!
Agreed! And so many are ending this year.
Jeez, I have only read the first book. I need to get these both too. plus they have such beautiful covers. 🙂 Glad you enjoyed this!
Yes you do, Jenea! Get on that!
I didn’t fare very well with this one. If there was such a thing as an overdeveloped world, this one has it, in my opinion.
I’m glad you loved the series, Christy. My attention span was not made for this book/series. 🙂
I usually avoid most fantasy because the world tends to be overdeveloped, but I didn’t feel that way with this at all; I thought it was on the light side. Definitely a matter of perspective. Just like people will talk about how dark and disturbing a book is, and when I read it, I wonder what was supposed to be so dark and disturbing. lol.
I won’t be reading this series to my TBR but I do love the cover arts. I’m glad to see the series ended on such a high note too, it can get tricky sometimes. I know I’ve read enough bad endings to make me wary and nervous of last books.
Fine Braine! Whatever. 😉
I agree, the covers are pretty.
Ya know I really dropped the ball on this series, I truly enjoyed book one and then never picked up the others..your review has me adding them to my wishlist again!
Well you better get to them! 🙂
I’ve been unsure whether I’ll read this series but your review has me kind of wanting to pick up the first book!
Oh I think you’d enjoy this one, Candace. I’m almost willing to bet on it.
I have not read this series but the covers are gorgeous! The fact that this is the third book and it didnt disappoint plus the whole series is awesome in general, I’ll check out book 1 and add it to my TBR 🙂
I am behind in this series, but I absolutely love the world, and Ana and Sam. Hoping to start this one very soon, and I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that you were happy with the ending and that you got the answers you were wanting (I also have a lot of questions I’m hoping to have answered in the final installment!). Lovely review, Christy!
I didn’t completely read your review because I’m still in the process of finishing this one, but I’m glad it ends satisfactorily! The romance is something I’m not a fan of and I thought there was too much of it so I keep holding it off, but it seems now I /have/ to continue, especially if it ends on a high note. Thanks for the review, Christy!
I haven’t been too interested in this series before, but I think I may have to give it a try! I love when you’re able to read books in a series back to back, and Ana and Sam sound like amazing characters. Great review, Christy 🙂
I absolutely adored Incarnate; but since I haven’t started Asunder yet, I just skimmed your review for now. I’m so happy to hear that Infinite left you grinning, and I know I’ve got to get back to this trilogy soon!
It’s a great trilogy. I’d think your youngin’ would like it too.
I need to read this series sooooooo bad. Those covers!!!
I haven’t heard of this series. I need to check it out. Great review! 🙂
I’m so glad the trilogy wrapped up well for you! I really loved the first book, but haven’t had a chance to continue with the series yet. Hopefully this will be the year. Lovely review, Christy. 🙂
These book covers are so beautiful! I’m not big on the Fantasy genre, but the fact that you almost steered away for the same reason, but ended up loving, it is making me think that I might like this one. I’m glad that this was a satisfying conclusion, and all of your questions got answered! Excellent Review!
Great! I picked up the first book (Incarnate) a while back in one the audible sales, but I haven’t got around to listen. I’m so glad to hear they aren’t not just pretty covers. I need to move it up the list.
Thanks 🙂
OMG! I just saw you going to review Sins and Neddles…EEEK!
Where is the edit button? I never get my comments right the first time..LOL I get too excited and my accent comes out…LOL I sound like an idiot..But I hope you speak Loupe 🙂
lol – Yep, it’s coming up soon. I hope to read the 2nd book next week.
There really are a lot of series enders this year, I actually forgot about this one, while I did enjoy Incarnate and the uniqueness of reincarnation in their world, but I kind of thought Ana and Sam’s relationship was a bit icky. So I guess it didn’t leave that much of an impression on me, but you can’t help but adore those covers, so freaking gorgeous. Glad the series ended alright with you though! 🙂
lol – icky because he’s technically a 1000+ years old soul? 😀
For some reason the description of these just never really appealed to me, but now that the trilogy is finished and people are loving it all the way through, maybe I’ll give it a try. Every summer I try to binge-read a few trilogies and this one is definitely on the list of those I’d like to try!
Jen @ YA Romantics
This series has been on my radar for what seems like forever! I am curious as to how it all tied up. I will definitely have to read it now. Awesome review Chrissy!!
Naomi @ Nomi’s Paranormal Palace
I really love this series. I think Jodi has an amazing writing style. I was happy with the ending, although I did find it predictable 🙁 But over all this series was quite pleasing for me. I enjoyed the first book the most. I did love Jodi’s world and her world building. Quite nice for a sci-fi/fantasy type book.