First of all, I am happy that vampires are back; I missed those suckers. I was very excited to pick up The Beautiful because I enjoyed Renee's other books and of course this book being about vampires, I had to read it. Overall, I enjoyed it with some reservations. The first part of the book was very slow-paced, the second half was more action-packed and captivating. It took me a while to get through the first half because not a lot was happening, while I was inpatient for some action.
I loved the sultry historical setting of New Orleans, and I found the characters interesting but underdeveloped. Sebastien and Celine have great chemistry, and their romance has potential, but I wanted to see more interactions between them. I cannot wait to see their relationship grow and develop in the next book. I also want to learn more about La Cour des Lions and all its members. The Beautiful ended on a cliff-hanger and whetted my appetite for more. I am very much looking forward to the next book.
I loved the sultry historical setting of New Orleans, and I found the characters interesting but underdeveloped. Sebastien and Celine have great chemistry, and their romance has potential, but I wanted to see more interactions between them. I cannot wait to see their relationship grow and develop in the next book. I also want to learn more about La Cour des Lions and all its members. The Beautiful ended on a cliff-hanger and whetted my appetite for more. I am very much looking forward to the next book.