My Review:

I honestly don’t know where to start with this book. I can say it wasn't what I was expecting, in the best way of course. Now, I've had a back and forth relationship with Seth in the Covenant series. Aiden will always have my heart, BUT now Seth has managed to wiggle in and capture pieces of it as well. Which, I’m happy to say, I’m glad he has.

Jennifer is one of my favorite authors. She creates worlds and characters I can’t help but fall in love with, and like the Covenant series she created this amazing and wonderful world brimming with fantastic mythology creates and gods that really stand out. I love the way she wrote and wove her story. How she added in Greek Mythological Gods and Goddess, their personalities, and their role within the The Return – and the Covenant series. She depicts them so well!

Josie isn't the usually heroine I read about, but I found that refreshing in a way because I know this girl is going to have a lot of character growth. She definitely evolved quite a lot through this book, but I am excited to see her grow even more. What I enjoyed about her was when she is practically thrown head first into Seth’s world she handled it believable. Though it was hard for her, she was challenged, she didn’t back down when she couldn't fight. She might not be physically strong, but Josie has a strong heart and a strong mind.

Now let’s talk about Seth. As I mentioned, I was back and forth with him in JLA’s previous series. I didn’t think that I would become consumed by this guy, but low and behold, I did after being able to get inside his head. And what an experience that was. Being able to read in Seth’s POV allowed me to understand him on a level I wasn't able to before. All his emotions, everything he felt with Alex, his guilt, his desires, everything was opened up to me. Watching him still struggle with everything made me feel and fall for him. And I loved that I got to truly know him because Seth really is an amazing character. He really is strong, mature (well, he’s getting there), kind, and sweet when he wants to be. But he still retains that cocky and arrogant attitude.

It was the character growth that I enjoyed almost as much as the mythological elements of the book. Seth grows so well in the book. He has been through so much, and though he has still a ways to go, I can say I am very much proud of his character. The romance was also sweet and so very steamy. I loved the chemistry between Josie and Seth. I loved watching them both learn from each other because they really do.

I enjoyed the pacing of the book. It was fast, kept me flipping the pages just ready for whatever happened next. The action flowed nicely, always intense and very well written. Of course I can’t get over the side characters! I adore Deacon, so I was SUPER happy to see him again and Apollo. The world that JLA has created is definitely getting more intricate, but I think she is doing a wonderful job.

The Return brought out the feels for sure. I adored and loved this book and I definitely can’t wait to get my hands on the next book. JLA has created another wonderful and gripping series (and I’m really happy that it’s about Seth).