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Destined (Wings) [Hardcover]

Aprilynne Pike
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Book Description

May 1, 2012 Wings

Destined delivers all the romance and action that fans expect as it brings Aprilynne Pike’s Wings series to a deeply satisfying conclusion.
 
Laurel used to think she was an ordinary girl from Crescent City, California. She never would have believed she was truly a faerie from a realm called Avalon.
 
Now Laurel must risk her life to save Avalon from destruction by Yuki—a rare and powerful Winter faerie—and troll-hunter Klea. But Laurel won’t have to fight alone; David and Tamani, two boys she loves in different ways, will be by her side, along with her best friend, Chelsea.
 
Readers of the Need and Graceling series will want to follow Laurel’s story from its beginning in Wings to its heart-stopping end in Destined.
 


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Editorial Reviews

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"A strong closing chapter..." (Kirkus)

PRAISE FOR DESTINED:“The greatest part: the WINGS series reaches the perfect ending. The worst part: it has to end!” (Claudia Gray, New York Times bestselling author of the Evernight series )

“Pike’s clever and innovative way of reinventing fairy tales and myths to make them her own is wonderful. The story is rich in vivid details, action, adventure, and romance.” (Romantic Times (Top Pick, 4 1/2 stars) )

“In this last installment of the Wings series, destinies and betrayals are unearthed at breathtaking speed. The series is action-packed, and the final chapters of the story are no exception. A thrilling page-turner, many readers will read the book cover-to-cover, barely daring to breath.” (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (Starred Review) )

“The action begins fast and furious and never really stops.” (Booklist )

From the Back Cover

Tamani looked at her gravely, and reached up to tuck her hair behind her ear.

He hesitated for an instant, then his hands found the sides of her face, pulling her to him. He didn't kiss her, just held her face close to his, their foreheads resting together, their noses almost touching.

She hated how much it felt like good-bye.

Laurel now knows the truth: Yuki is a rare Winter faerie, the most powerful—and deadly—of all, and Klea plans to use her to help conquer and destroy Avalon. But Klea's reach extends far beyond one wild Winter faerie. With Tamani, David, and Chelsea by her side, Laurel prepares to face what may be Avalon's final days, in the stunning conclusion to the Wings series.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 320 pages
  • Publisher: HarperTeen (May 1, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0061668125
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061668128
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.8 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (94 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #52,529 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Aprilynne Pike is the critically acclaimed, internationally and #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Wings series. She has been spinning stories since she was a child with a hyper-active imagination. At the age of twenty she received her BA in Creative Writing from Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho. Since then she has worked as a waitress, a restaurant manager, a slush-pile reader, an editor, a childbirth educator, and a doula.

When not writing, Aprilynne can usually be found out running; she also enjoys singing, acting, and (of course!) reading books about magic and kissing. Aprilynne lives in Arizona with her husband and four kids; she is enjoying the sunshine.

For more information about Aprilynne, go to www.aprilynnepike.com

Customer Reviews

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
It has all come down to one final battle. A battle that will test everyone's ability to remain strong against an enemy who is seemingly unstoppable.

One last chance to stand together to protect all of Avalon from the wrath of an enemy who knows no mercy. An enemy who will stop at nothing to win. And who will destroy everything and everyone who gets in their way.

As Laurel, Tamani, David and Chelsea prepare for the fight of their lives, they will discover an unlikely hero in their midst. Someone brave enough to take up arms and lead the charge. Someone who is willing to pay whatever price is required in order to defend Avalon against the onslaught of enemy forces. Someone who may not come through the battle unscathed.

Ill-prepared, up against the greatest threat Avalon ever faced and with the odds stacked against them, everyone will have to fight. Everyone will be in danger. And not everyone will survive.

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Destined is the thrilling, action-packed, nail-biting and bittersweet conclusion to Aprilynne Pike's Wings series. This gripping and tension-filled story will keep readers on edge as they follow Laurel on one final adventure through Avalon that will put her and her friends in more danger than they've ever been in before.

With a whirlwind pace, deadly threats at every turn, an intense battle whose outcome will determine Avalon's fate and a choice that will break someone's heart, this story will captivate, tease, torment, surprise and delight. And with each twist, the suspense will continue to build, all leading up to the stunning and dramatic series conclusion.

Not missing a beat, Destined picks up where Illusions left off and drops readers right into the heart of the action. As the enemy draws near, amassing forces that are hellbent on destroying Avalon, time is winding down for Laurel and Tamani to find a way to protect their home.

And when David and Chelsea insist on following their friends into Avalon and into battle, it is even more important than ever for Tamani and Laurel to keep the enemy at bay as it won't just be Avalon and their own lives that hang in the balance, but their friends' lives that will be at stake.

Aprilynne Pike has wrapped up this series in a way that is as exciting as it is heart-rending. Questions will be answered. Sides will be chosen. Lives will be lost. Hearts will be broken. And no one will walk away untouched.

The tension is palpable. The dangers are electrifying. And the quick pace and enchanting storyline are absolutely riveting. Making Destined an absolute must for readers who love stories of faeries, magical worlds, dangerous foes and deadly battles.

And for fans of the series, Destined will make them fall in love with the characters all over again and give them one last chance to say goodbye.
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect ending to an incredible series May 1, 2012
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My aunt first bought Wings for me shortly after it came out and I fell in love. Spells and Illusions did not disappoint, especially with the cliffhanger at the end of Illusions! Waiting for Destined to come out seemed to take forever but the wait was totally worth it. Aprilynne Pike left no questions unanswered and the detail in this book is so detailed, often times I felt as though I was watching a movie with epic battles like Lord of the Rings, Troy, or Kingdom of Heaven. So incredibly action packed! I always tend to feel very emotionally invested in the books that I read and this book was no different. There were parts that had me cheering out loud, had me laughing out loud, had me feeling butterflies in my tummy, and had me crying. (I ended the book in tears.)

I feel such sorrow that this series is over but I've already read the first 3 books at least 3 times and I foresee myself re-reading this whole series many times in the future so I can relive this incredible story.

There was so much going on in this book that it's hard to recap it all here without just copying every detail of the book. Suffice it to say, I am completely satisfied with how the story ends! <3

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The first ending was so nice and happy! The second ending was definitely bittersweet. At least Aprilynne Pike warned of that. I was beyond excited that Laurel finally chose Tamani and they ended up together forever. It was perfect!!! I was hoping we'd get to see some of Chelsea finally getting to be with David, and the second ending with David's letter touches on that a little, but David didn't have the happy ending that everyone else seemed to get. The experiences the gang had in Avalon really hit David hard and he had a really difficult time getting over it. It haunted him so much that he convinced Laurel (with Tamani's assistance) to give him an elixir to erase his memory of Avalon, and ultimately most of his memory of Laurel. This was so very sad and I felt pain for David. I love the fact that David and Tamani had become so close as shown by his final line in his letter to Chelsea.

Shar's death was just... sigh. Yuki's death was surprisingly sad. Jamison's plan was amazing. Chelsea was so fantastically brave and David with Excalibur, it was so amazing to see that they were not only allowed through the gate to Avalon but that they had such a huge part in saving it!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars omg best book of the series!! May 1, 2012
Format:Hardcover
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YO. This book totally left me breathless and on the edge of my seat!! Man alive, Destined by Aprilynne Pike was SO GOOD! Last year, when I read Illusion, that cliffhanger nearly killed me ded. I wasn't sure I was going to live until the last book, and guys, IT'S WORTH THE WAIT. Destined takes you on a crazy rollercoaster that right away, it steals your breath away and your heart doesn't stop pounding until you've read the last pages.

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Destined by Aprilynne Pike is the BEST book out of this series. Oh my god, it really is. It takes place over a twenty-four hour period and it's almost all sword-clashing, fairies vs. trolls battle and oh my lanta I LOVED IT. I really do like the twenty-four hour period books when they work, and it worked so well in Destined. I didn't want to put the book down at all!

I have to state up front that there was one part that I didn't really like: Laurel picks one person to be with forever in this book, and it's kinda like Mockingjay's ending. Le sigh. LE SIGH. You guys. I so understand where Aprilynne Pike is coming from with this ending, but I *hate* those type of endings. And I'm being really cryptic so I don't ruin it for you, and I am so, so sorry for that. But just be warned that it has one of those wrap-up in the future endings and I think it sucks. IT SUCKS SO MUCH.

But aside from that: HOLY MOTHER I LOVED THIS BOOK. I loved the battle. I loved all the twists and turns Laurel and the gang run into while trying to protect Avalon. Everything about it was epic, and I was scared for the crew; I didn't know if they were going to make it out alive. I didn't know what was going to happen, and that really scared me. Because omg, this book is written in third person and technically, technically she could kill off Laurel and THEN WHERE WE WOULD BE?! Nowhere. Yeah. That's where.

Side note: I can't say if she kills off Laurel or not. You'll just have to read the book to find out.

That sucks. I'm sorry. It's just this book is SO GOOD and I love this series--this series got me reading YA. And that is why I love this series. It introduced me to a whole new world, and that's a world I really, really like. I also really, really like the world-building in this series. I love Avalon, and I love the characters. While Laurel sometimes comes off bland and Bella-ish, she does have reactions and AND SHE IS SO AWESOME. She is flipping awesome in the action scenes, really. I also love David. <3 He is an epic human boy and I lurve him.

You guys? Destined is one of the best finale books. It is action-packed, full of twists and turns, and you will not want to put it down when you start it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One hell of a ride!
By far the best in this series, took me les than a week to read and I'm already sad it's over. This may be the most complete series I have ever read. Read more
Published 1 day ago by WarHammer
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect ending
I'm very pleased with this book series, however I am VERY sad that it's over. I just cannot get enough.
Published 6 days ago by Brianna Kominsky
2.0 out of 5 stars Gothic Mom's Book Reviews
Today's review is on Destined by Aprilynne Pike

I know, I know, I'm a bit behind on reading this final installment of a series that captivated me with the first book,... Read more
Published 9 days ago by ANNETTE M GUERRIERO
4.0 out of 5 stars Good
I loved the series to Wings!! I was just sad that it's over!! Aprilynne Pike was my favorite author ever!! Make more faerie books please!!
Published 11 days ago by Kelly Leider
4.0 out of 5 stars It was so good
I loved this book! I wish there was another one. Which there isn't.:( I loved how Aprilynne Pike made laurel and tam ended up together, I always knew they would be perfect... Read more
Published 19 days ago by M
5.0 out of 5 stars This series got better with every book!
Originally posted 5/21/12 at Melissa's Bookshelf.

The quotation from author Claudia Gray at the top of the dust jacket sums up exactly how I felt about this book: "The... Read more
Published 23 days ago by Melissa Owens
5.0 out of 5 stars destined .... just love it
Again this book if for anyone who loves to read about faeries and who can find them self in their world
Published 27 days ago by Danijela Sulejmanovic
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful ending to a series
I love how this book wrapped everything up! It's also great when the world in the story doesn't end when the story does. An excellent book.
Published 1 month ago by Louise Burge
5.0 out of 5 stars super
super book and super product best part of book very good end and super author..you need to read it super
Published 2 months ago by ruri
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a great book
I thought this book was so good! A great way to end the series, it has its ups and downs and I'm sad to see it end.
Published 2 months ago by Catzpatatz
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