THE GATE KEEPER (Book One Of The Gate Keepers Trilogy 1)

The Gatekeeper's Sons

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Can't wait to read what happens next. The Gatekeeper's Daughter by Eva Pohler was another great book in the series. In this book Therese may be able to become a goddess but she needs to find her unique purpose, as well as finding allies among the gods. I love that Eva Pohler has created a series that is not only captivating but mythologically correct. I can't wait to read more of this great series. I adore this series and this book did not disappoint. This is a book that makes me want to stay up all night just to find out what will happen next.

There is excellent detail. The narrator makes this story come alive. I love that I can listen to this story while driving or playing with my baby. Cannot wait to listen to the next one! I received this audible story in exchange for an honest opinion. Young Adults Ages Eva Pohler Narrated by: I listened to the audio-book and was entranced by the narrator.

Debbie Andreen did a wonderful job and brought the characters to life in delightful manner. Really happy ears here! May 21, Kristi rated it it was amazing. Wow where do I even start First I want to ask how exactly is Eva Pohler not as well know and published as some such as Stephanie Meyers? No disrespect to Stephanie, but I would much rather own paper copies and see movies of this brilliance! I have always loved Greek mythology but this book has given me an even more profound love of it as well as my one true love, books.

This story has everything in it hope, despair, joy, sadness, depth and meaning. True love and loss are so amazingly writte Wow where do I even start True love and loss are so amazingly written in this that I could actually feel them while reading. There is so much detail and emotion in this book I could picture it all clearly in my mind, I could feel the emotions from sadness which I will admit I cried , anxiety, joy, humor I laughed out loud , and excitement.

I can not wait to find out what happens next. I love Than by the way Therese and her love of nature and animals connects too well with me to explain. Oh I could go on and on about this book, but I'm to eager to start the next. Thank you so much Eva you are so talented and I can't wait till the whole world knows your name and your stories!!!!!

May 27, Jamie rated it really liked it. Oh wow, where do I start?! I love this author!

I love the fact that she's an English teacher, I can be confident that my brain will never stumble over something in her books. Can't even stress how important that is to me, lol. Now on to the book! Therese Mills is a 15 year old girl who watches her parents die, right in front of her. If things had happened just a little differently, she would' Oh wow, where do I start?! If things had happened just a little differently, she would've died too. In a coma for a week, with an amazing gift for lucid dreaming, Therese meets the gods Hypnos and Thanatos.

Hip is fascinated by her dreaming skills. After one kiss, she about sweeps Than off of his feet, causing him to make a deal with his father Hades that will change both of their lives forever! I loved this book! I can't wait to start the next one! I really wish Amazon let us do partial stars Not quite a 5 though, I save that for another amazing book this author has written. She really has a way with writing, from describing Than's first experiences, to the personalities given to Therese's pets, lol! I just love her writing and can't wait to read more. I, like another reviewer friend of mine, just don't understand how this author is not more well known!

She is an awesome writer, and hands-down better than many of the more mainstream writers that I've read in my life! I hope this author continues writing for many years to come! I can't wait to see what she will come up with next! Amazon Links for the Series Feb 16, Dianne rated it really liked it Shelves: Take one immortal Greek god of Death, add a fifteen-year-old girl who barely survived the murder of her parents and blend well and we have a nice take on a YA paranormal romance by Eva Pohler!

Thanatos, the god of death, who looks around eighteen, but is, in fact, an ancient immortal son of Hades, twin brother of Hypnos, the god of dreams falls instantly in love with Therese, a mortal girl who gave him his first kiss. Actually, she gave him his first taste of being around humans, because, really, Take one immortal Greek god of Death, add a fifteen-year-old girl who barely survived the murder of her parents and blend well and we have a nice take on a YA paranormal romance by Eva Pohler!

Actually, she gave him his first taste of being around humans, because, really, who WANTS to be visited by death, you know? Therese and Than have a few weeks together in the Earth Realm, they are in love.

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Than must find a way to make Therese his immortal wife, a goddess, but it usually doesn't work out too well for humans, but Hades has made an offer Therese cannot refuse. If she is able to kill the man who arranged for her parents' murder, she will have earned the right to become immortal. Being a truly 'nice' kid, Therese has won the hearts and support of many of the gods. But, is she capable of committing murder, even if it means losing Thanatos forever? At first, I was sucked right in, then, the story got a little too detailed for me, with too many 'mini' details tucked in the story.

Instead of blaming the story, I tried to read it from the eyes of a young teen, and, tada! Suddenly, what the characters said and did made complete sense! I already loved the plot idea, not too many books out there that toss in tons of gods, not only their names, but who they are! A real mini mythology lesson! Therese's day to day life was real! Her friends and family felt real! Her emotional reaction to different situations was real! I completely enjoyed this escape from reality and have recommended this book to a couple of teacher friends of mine, for their students.

Mar 14, Nancy rated it it was amazing Shelves: I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. Therese, a 15 year old, watches her parents die. While unconscious and hovering near death, she meets Hades' sons, Hypnos, god of sleep, and Thanatos, god of death. Though she believes she is experiencing a lucid dream, her experiences are real. While in this unconscious state, she kisses Than, the first one to do so, as most mortals - and even immortals - fear him because of his role in the world.

Unab I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. Unable to stop thinking about the girl, Than convinces his father to allow him 40 days as a mortal to win the girl's heart and convince her to return to the Underworld as his queen.

But there's one catch: The book climaxes with a battle to the death in the arena at Mount Olympus. I think the last mythology book I read was Mythology by Edith Hamilton, in high school. While it was fascinating - and had the added bonus of ticking off the members of the horrible church I attended at the time not insulting churches in general, just the controlling cult I went to - I've never had the urge to find fictional novels about the various gods and goddesses. I found myself wanting to read the Greek stories in Edith Hamilton's book again as a refresher.

Luckily, Eva Pohler gives a bit of background and short retelling of the myths to remind those who can't remember and inform those who have never read Greek mythology. Even though this isn't the kind of subject I would normally choose, the description sounded interesting, and I found myself wanting to check it out. I'm glad I did. I was expecting, based on the cover and my own assumptions of the description, to read a story of brother-gods competing for the love of a mortal.

While Hip does want affection from Therese, it's mostly because he's the playboy dream god who simply expects kisses and make-out sessions from the females he visits in dreams. While this story was romance, it's also quite the adventure story. The author managed to pull me in right away and keep my attention throughout. If I hadn't been so busy, I would have most likely read it in one sitting, like I did the second book of the trilogy.

Great trilogy, at least the first two books. I now want to read more stories with mythology themes. That is one of the best compliments I can give a book.

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If it's a genre different from what I normally read and can make me want to seek out more books with the same theme, it truly is a great book. I noticed a few spelling errors. I don't think there were more than maybe 5 or so; nothing I can't look past for the sake of a great story. Tragedy happens in Thereses life after she watches her parents die.. While shes in a coma she dreams with a hot guy called Hypnos She doesnt know hes the Greek God of sleep. Shes been known to be a lucid dreamer always taking control of her surroundings so she summons her parents and see that they are fine and "alive".

Below her she watches as a raft with people in it. She flies to the edge of the Underworld where she sees that her parents are in the raft with a man. She calls after them and she almost faints. Having a God falling for you is not a wish of every girl But this one is a Greek God Hot as Hell.!! Hares accepts but with one condition. She has to avenge her parents by killing the man who orchestrated their deaths. Thanatos goes to the living world to try to win her heart.

You must read it to enjoy the fantasy world Eve has given us in this Triology. I think this book should have been directed to a more mature audience giving Therese an older age and a less immature personality. I command you to show yourself! I never should have taught you that. Who in the history of time had ever done that to Death? Therese had baffled him.

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Earlier in the pen, she shouter prayers at him that had made it hard for him to keep straight face. She had said, "What are you looking at? Nov 24, Josheka rated it liked it Shelves: More of my reviews Reading 24x7 First of all, I would like to thank Eva Pohler for providing me a hard-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The Gatekeeper's Sons was on ok-ok read for me.

There were some things in this book which I really enjoyed, like- 1. The starting was interesting. It made me instantly curious about what might happen next. I'm not a big fan of mystery, but reading the first chapter made me instantly interested. The writing style of the author was quit More of my reviews Reading 24x7 First of all, I would like to thank Eva Pohler for providing me a hard-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The writing style of the author was quite simple. As a debut novel, I would say she did a nice job. The human characters were pretty likeable. Therese was sweet and nice throughout the story.

She didn't throw away her morals for Than. She was compassionate and pretty easy to like. D I liked how it began, but somewhere in the middle of it, I lost interest. It took me almost weeks to finish it, just because The Gods just seemed so I mean, the first thing which you expect a story with gods is for it to be at least godly. With lots of magic. Sadly, there was no magic here.

From the slang the gods used to the way they acted throughout the story was just a bit too lame for me. I expected them to be a lot more grander. And by grand, I don't mean rich, though that was well-shown in this book. The speed and the direction of the story wavered A LOT. Sometimes it was incredibly fast like in the beginning and in the end and sometimes it was just too painfully slow. The romance bit was very hurried for my taste.

Love at first sight is possible but I think most of the readers would agree that a steady build-up of the relationship is more interesting to read than instant "I LOVE YOU"s. Especially when the romance includes a god who's been alive since ever. Overall, I would've really appreciated a bit more..

There were moments where I did get excited but they weren't enough for me to entirely love the book. The slow pace which the story took at one point was quite irritating but the ending was good enough. Jul 11, Jasmyn rated it really liked it Shelves: This is a great book for lovers of mythology. I always enjoy a well written story that brings the old gods and goddesses of any mythology back to life in modern times. Eva Pohler held true to the mythology of the Greek gods and goddesses through the story, which was an added bonus as well.

Thanatos is the god of death, he guides the souls to the ferryman to ensure they enter his father's Underworld. While he may not be happy, he is at least content and understanding of how important his duty is. He is fascinated by this mortal who shows no fear of him. He is determined to make her his queen, but he does not want to follow in the path of his father, Hades, and use trickery.

Instead he appears on the mortal plane ready to win her over. But some of the gods disagree with his choice and are set to stop him, while others think it's just grand and will do anything to help them out. Oct 13, Terri rated it it was amazing. This book will have you emotionally invested in the characters within the first few pages. The author really brings them to life for you with her incredible writing style. She obviously researched her Greek mythology and intertwined it into the storyline beautifully.

This is a new and unique take on the mythology aspect. Therese witnessed her parents' murder, barely escaping her own death. While in a coma, she watches her parents being led to the Underworld, where Death awaits to guide them to th This book will have you emotionally invested in the characters within the first few pages. While in a coma, she watches her parents being led to the Underworld, where Death awaits to guide them to the afterlife.

Having the mysterious ability of controlling her own dreams, Therese attempts to interact with them, catching the attention of two gods, Hypnos Hip and Thanatos Than ; who happend to be sexy twin brothers, yum! Hip is fascinated by her dreaming skills and after one kiss, she about sweeps Than off of his feet, causing him to make a deal with his father Hades that will change both of their lives forever!

The secondary character were enjoyable as well and added some great moments. This probably goes without saying, but I would definitely recommend this book to absolutely everyone, loved this read! Jul 04, Maggielou rated it it was amazing. I was so happy to have won though regardless I would have purchased the books as I found them to be quite intriguing. And though I am no expert on the subject I did not find this story boring at all!

Pohler did a wonderful job with this first installment. She developed the characters well and gave us only information relevant to the plot. I loved that many of the Gods were presented in the story and they each played an important role. Therese the heroine of this story is strong-willed and very compassionate.

And with characteristic such as these who better for her to fall in love with but Death Thanatos. I recommend this book I was definitely not disappointed! Feb 16, ponderinghope rated it it was amazing. When I read this book's summary I knew I was going to like it. I love Greek Mythology I am practically in love with Greek mythology. But I went through so much to read this book. I broke my tablet so I could not read it on my tablet and I did not have time for the computer so I had to print all three hundred and eighty two pages in my school.

Make it worse I got detention for "wasting paper" as the principal said yes I had to go see the principal. But when I watched the book trailer I had high hopes for the book and I beginner to read the book. Let me just say that I would go through ninety detentions to read this book, because it was so worth it. Even though I cannot not relate myself to Therese. Those boys look so yummy I just want to eat them up: Jul 19, Alison rated it it was amazing.

I really enjoyed this story. It starts off with a bang literally and holds you throughout. One of the things I loved about it was how original it was, something that is not easy to say anymore. The author obviously knows a great deal about Greek mythology and I enjoyed her twist on it.

If you are a Percy Jackson fan, this series is definitely for you. But even if yo I really enjoyed this story. Her characters are believable and likeable, and, I have to say, Thanatos was just adorable. Great story and a fun read.

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Oct 29, Alexia Purdy rated it really liked it Shelves: I enjoyed the audiobook edition of this story, the narrator was pleasant to listen to and was awesome interchanging parts. The book was definitely interesting and I liked this unusual twist on the mythology of gods and humans. The main character Therese has experienced a lot of tragedy in her short life.

But she's different and can control her dreams in a way that most people can't. In doing so, she inadvertently catches the eye of the twin sons of Hades: What comes next is mo I enjoyed the audiobook edition of this story, the narrator was pleasant to listen to and was awesome interchanging parts. What comes next is most surprising.

A great story to get lost in and I highly recommend the audibook edition of this story! Dec 02, Heidi rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book starts of with a bang. Therese is leaving a party with her parents when they are murdered. It goes on to have a Greek god fall in love with Therese as she is on the verge of death. She has the amazing power to control her dreams. There are many obstacles Therese and her friends face that keep your interest as you travel along with them in this book. I am not usually a fan of love stories but I love mythology and that made this book more than a romance.

It has a great storyline and it i This book starts of with a bang. It has a great storyline and it is well written. I am looking forward to reading the next installment of the series.

Nov 20, Paddy O'callaghan rated it it was amazing. Hades, Hynos and Thanatos from whom we get thanatophobia -fear of death BTW , are all characters in this great book. Why hasn't anyone written this book before; I really can't imagine why; it revolves around an excellent premise. Pohler has surpassed herself so read it now before it sells out. Oh Hypnos gave us the word Hypnotism but I'd imagine you'll figure that out as you read the book, or may have already known. Sep 17, TheWriter rated it it was amazing.

I recieved this set if books in a contest, I had previously never heard of the author. I am very glad I won the books, she is very talented in adding characters and developing each and everyone of them. You never go without something happening. I would definitely put this on my TBR if I was you!

It does end on a cliffhanger which is why I'm glad I have the next book! Mar 19, Anita rated it really liked it Shelves: Interesting angle and perspective on Greek immortal gods. Feb 06, Rivalie Le Petit Photograph rated it liked it. So at the beginning it is a bit confusing because a lot happens. Therese is reflecting on her mother's sort of dazed behavior recently and there are all these flashbacks and thoughts when all of a sudden, her mother is shot and they're run off the road into the river.

Then there's a whole scene that you typically find in a car drowning scene, think of that robot movie with Will Smith? Therese is pulled out and while she meets Hypnos and Thanatos, the twin s So at the beginning it is a bit confusing because a lot happens. Therese is pulled out and while she meets Hypnos and Thanatos, the twin sons of Hades. Hypnos views her with a sort of fascination that she can control and manipulate her dreams to show her what she wants and Thanatos is head over heels because when they first meet, she hugs and kisses him, and tells him that he's beautiful.

The only girl ever to do that because hey, he's the god of death. To pursue the girl he has fallen head over heels for, Than asks his dad aka Hades for permission to take on human form and try to win Therese's heart. He disguises himself as a visiting Southerner and takes a job at Therese's best friend's horse farm. Trigger Happy Targets the Evil Kaos. Tarrok the Blood Spike. Torpix the Twisting Serpent. Serpio the Slithering Shadow. Gryph the Feathered Fiend. Conor and the Crossworlds, Book One: Kyrax the Metal Warrior.

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