Rated 4.5 Stars

Soul of the Stone was absolutely amazing. It was packed with adventure, action, some suspense and a whole lot more. It was epic. I loved it. I loved this portion of Raven's journey. I loved seeing her grow and coming into her own. I also loved watching the changes that Khamari underwent. This joy was an absolute joy to read. I couldn't devour it fast enough. Man, oh man I can't wait to read the conclusion. Do yourself a favour and go read this series. Don't sleep on it because it is awesome. I very highly recommend it.

Between the Egyptian/African-American lore mashup, the vampire/slayer lore depictions, and the constant pull between Khamari and Raven, I couldn't flip the pages fast enough to see where things would end. Raven is trying to figure out her powers, the insecurities that come with it, and everything in between.

I can't wait for the next in the series.

This is Book 2 in the American Slayer Society series. Texas has been through a lot. She found out that she was lied to by everyone she loves. She doesn't care that it was "for her protection", they took her choice from her. Now, she has to deal with all the consequences. She's been training and preparing for the fight of her life, to save the world, just as all slayers before her have. She's become closed off, angry, confused, and resentful. Khamari has been trying to give Texas her space. He's full of regret, longing, sadness, and yet he still has hope. These two really need to pull their heads from their bottoms and I'm not the only one who thinks this. Throughout this story, they are repeatedly tested and placed in impossible situations. When will they figure out that they're great together? Will it be to late? Can they learn to forgive each other for things that happened in the past? I'm here for the ride. The side characters are pretty funny and help these two knuckleheads through their shenanigans. I can't wait to read more in this series.

Raven’s slaying game just leveled up in Soul of the Stone!

She’s kicking butt, wielding her new powers like a pro, but the emotional baggage? Yikes.

Between black-out rage, voices from a creepy stone, and some serious vampire drama, our girl’s got a lot on her plate. 🍽️

And, of course, there's Khamari—the vampire prince who’s way too hot for her peace of mind.🔥

Their enemies-to-lovers vibe? Chef's kiss. But trust is in short supply, and saving the world together? Uh, yeah, that complicates things.

This sequel takes a deep dive into some epic vampire lore, with vibes straight out of African and Egyptian mythology. Raven’s not just fighting vampires—she’s battling inner demons, family betrayals, and the literal fate of humanity. No pressure, right? 💀

With sassy banter, heart-pounding action, and a love story that'll leave you screaming for more, Soul of the Stone is a wild ride from start to finish. If you thought Sign of the Slayer was intense, hold on tight. This one will sink its teeth into you and won’t let go! 🖤💥

Egyptian mythology and vampires!

Raven, now known as Texas, is dealing with a powerful stone full of one hundred souls. These souls talk to Texas and drive her slightly crazy. Her mission is to get the tablet which will help end the evil Alexander once and for all. The souls want to help her with her mission but she gets pulled into the Underworld and has to face Egyptian Gods who will weigh her heart. If she’s found worthy she may just survive.

Likes/dislikes: I like the fact that there’s much less swearing in this sequel so there’s more room for character development and world building. I enjoyed the main conflict with Egyptian mythology. I found the Underworld very interesting.
Mature Content: PG-13 for sex.
Violence: PG-13 for bloody stabbing.
Language: R for 122 swears and 4 f-words.
Ethnicity: Khamari is Jamaican. Predominantly Black.

ARC Review of Soul of the Stone by Sharina Harris
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A series that has me wanting to dive right into the beginning, and go back over all the drama and thrill. Thank you to Netgalley for providing a copy!

You got your spicy MCs packing that forbidden fun as vampire slayer is against vampire, and that's just the cake. We got the frosting and sprinkles of action, drama, trauma and betrayal from those around her. Hello Khamari, you've been a bad boy to our FMC. She's already got a lot on her plate! Dealing with new magical abilities on top of trust issues ain't fun! It's okay, we get a few steamy moments where that chemistry just pops up.

Definetely going to need to dive into the first book as I need to get more context. Especially from that cliffhanger!!!

This is the sequel to Sign of the Slayer and continues right where it left off. Raven/ Texas is on a mission for the Emerald Tablet. She must learn to work past her trauma, embrace her slayer role and new powers, while still working with Prince Khamari, the vampire, and his betrayal. The character development is full force, and the enemy to the lovers vibe is prominent throughout.

There is plenty of world building, nonstop action, and romance to keep you entertained. The African and Egyptian history, vampire/ slayer lore, description of the underworld, and world building help the reader delve deeper into this world.

The ending was left on another cliffhanger, and I can't wait to see where this story leads next!

Loved the FMC she’s doing her best trying to figure out her new powers and how to get rid of the enemies. The storyline is great and there is enough action to keep the story interesting. Along with Texas my second favorite character was Rose her personality is just amazing.

I really enjoyed the book and felt the characters were all well developed even the villains of the story.

Thanks to Entangled for the arc copy!

This was a great sequel , personal I think it was better than the first book. I felt like the story flowed nicely and I really enjoyed the last third of the book. It was much more action packed and I enjoyed the main characters relationship arc

“Soul of the Stone” is the highly anticipated sequel to Sign of the Slayer, picking up seamlessly from where the previous book left off. This installment takes a deeper dive into Raven, also known as Texas, and her team’s journey. As Raven grapples with her role as the Slayer, she must also confront the complexities of her new powers, past traumas, and lingering self-doubt. Her relationship with Khamari is particularly compelling—while their love runs deep, trust remains elusive. The tension between love and betrayal adds an emotional depth to the story, keeping readers engaged.

One of the strongest elements of Ms. Harris’s writing is her vivid depiction of the underworld, infused with Egyptian mythology and African American culture. These rich cultural layers enhance the world-building and give the story a unique flavor that stands out in the young adult genre.

The character dynamics are equally well-crafted, with banter that feels authentic to the characters’ age group, making this a relatable and entertaining read for young adults. The witty exchanges between the teens and their elders provide moments of levity amid the darker themes.

Overall, Ms. Harris has delivered a captivating sequel that not only lives up to the promise of the first book but also leaves readers eager for what comes next.

Thank you to Entangled Teen and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

4.25 stars

Soul of the Stone is the propulsive next novel in Sharina Harris’s The American Slayer Society series. It picks up where Sign of the Slayer left off, with protagonists Texas and Khamari grappling with the fallout of their actions.

Typically when I read a series with an overarching plotline, the sequel can feel like filler. I’m happy to report that Soul of the Stone does not suffer from this narrative pitfall. Harris once again brings her signature wit and humor, clever chapter headings, and understanding of the paranormal works that came before to craft a continuation of an enthralling story.

I’m a little mad about the cliffhanger of an ending, but that’s only because I would stake a whole army of evil vampires for the next book. If you’re looking for something that is the perfect blend of PNR and fantasy, with a strong female protagonist who understands the assignment, this is the book for you.

I’m waiting with bated breath for book three.

Soul of the Stone is book two in the Soul of the Slayer Series by Sharina Harris.
I really enjoyed book one Sign of the Slayer and was very excited to have received a copy of the second book in this series.
This was a great follow-up to the first book and picks up where the last one ended.

I loved being back at it with Raven and these characters.
These characters are diverse and full of heart. I truly enjoyed reading about Raven and Khamari’s journey.
The magic system in this world, and the overall worldbuilding, also feels very strong.
The storyline is captivating, and the witty banter adds to the thrill of the story.

Soul of the Stone is an enemies-to-lovers, forbidden romance.
This story was so much better than I ever could have imagined.
Sharina had me glued to the pages of this young adult fantasy that’s full of betrayal and mystery. There are so many twists, turns, and surprises in this story.
A witty, gritty vampire/vampire slayer story!

I hope there will be more books in this series.

Thank You NetGalley and Entangled: Teen for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

En bref, j'ai adoré cette suite, ses rebondissements et ses personnages qui nous tiennent en haleine. Les événements s'enchainent et on ne peut que dévorer les pages pour en savoir plus sur les uns et les autres, voir ce qu'ils nous réservent comme bêtise ou comme acte héroïque. J'ai adoré toute la partie en Égypte et ce que l'on découvre avec eux et la manière dont Texas en apprend plus sur son nouveau rôle. Le final est pour le moins intense et j'ai hâte de retrouver tout ce petit monde !!

Picking up from the mayhem of book 1 we see Raven aka Texas training harder and learning how to control not her the darkness within but the power of the prophesied stone she inherited when she became the maximus.

This book takes us on a journey as Raven and Khamari race through the underworld seeking an artifact that can change the fate of humanity and vampires alike.

All I want if for Raven and Khamari to have their Seco d chance but after that ending I can see it will be a long hard road ahead. Raven must now prepare to face her most dangerous foe and it will take everything she has within her to win. Even if it means tapping into the darkness that causes her berserker to come forth.

My overall rating is somewhere between a 3 and 4, so I am rounding up here. This picked up right where the first book dropped off, and the witty and cleverness of the author during this book was great! I loved the Waffle House and Mean Girls reference, along with all the other pop culture in the book. I also do not read as many books that are set in the current world, but it made this such a fun read seeing places I was familiar with and knew. The second half of the book I think was better than the first half, and I overall wish I had a little more imagery in all the places the characters went. I loved the romance and the internal fight on what to do, and I cannot wait to see how this book series finishes! I love the twist (or at least I felt it was one) at the very end, and I am excited to see how this plays out in book 3.

3.5 stars rounded to 4

Soul of the Stone picks up right where Sign of the Slayer left off as Texas (Raven) and her team continue on there high stakes journey to defeat Alexander. The book dives deeper into the lore of vampires and slayers, enriched by African and African American cultural influences. Action, banter, emotional growth, cliffhanger, this YA book has it all! It was a bit slow at some parts, and Texas and Khamari almost brought me to tears, but this is hands down one of my favorite reads of this year.

I’m not okay.

Thank you to entangledteen, to Britney to be able to be part of the tour and to get this arc. I got so lucky that I got the arc for the first one and the second one.

This book made me laugh a lot, the things they say oh my gosh. Love it. 🖖
It has a lot of “adult” theme, what I mean by that, a young teenage girl, who is feeling so beyond betrayed, that everyone around her keeps wanting to keep her safe, but letting her have a choice is hard. Texas is hard headed, but she wants to prove everyone that she doesn’t need to be rescued, but she can rescue everyone else.
There’s a lot of quotes, that I love this book that I could so relate, especially what I’m going through right now.
It’s very well written, I could not put down. It was so good. I cried at the end. So I’m not okay, and that cliffhanger! It’s so good, but I want more haha


….. so when does the third one come out???

Better than the first book! Raven aka Texas is coming into her own and really growing in the one. The development of everything regarding the souls in the stone, their powers, b*tch Rich and his questionable role in the beginning of it all. I can't wait to learn more and experience more from the 100. I absolutely loved all of the Egyptian mythology and gods. The trials and overcoming one's own self to become their best and strongest version was awesome. The continued evolution of Khamari and Raven's love was so good, and while I have intrigue when it comes to Anton...are you kidding me? I'd always pick Khamari, he's gorgeous inside and out. I love his POV chapters, I love how fully he loves Raven, and he doesn't hide from his flaws because at the end of the day he knows his heart is in the right place and stands by his decisions. Sharina, one character request (ok, maybe two) - more Rose PLEASE! But, also more Khaven even though I know with that ending we're about to get some more. THE ENDING!!!! I can't stand the wait for the next book....

Thank you Entangled Teen, Sharina Harris, and NetGalley for this e-ARC. My posting is slated for October 12th and I will link below after posting!

The FMC, Texas, is so snarky and bad ass! I would call her sassy, but I learned she does not appreciate that. Throughout the books we see Texas try to overcome her past trauma and heartbreaks and prevent those from affecting her present day choices and feelings.
Soul of the Stone picks up where Sign of the Slayer left off. The slayers are regrouping in preparation for another battle with Vampire Daddy Alexander. Texas is trying to understand all of her new powers and grapple with the fact that her ex- boyfriend and vampire betrayed the world. We learn even more about the world and the lore surrounding both vampires and slayers. The Egyptian history aspect was super interesting to me. Texas must overcome her past, stop fighting the darkness inside of her, and learn to trust again in order to help save the world against Alexander.
Texas and Khamari’s story arc was truly chefs kiss and also incredibly heartbreaking!
The authors humor shines through with the funny chapter titles, witty banter, and hilarious pop culture references.

What a great follow up to Sign of the Slayer, if you enjoyed the first book you will enjoy Soul of the Stone! If you are looking for a YA series, this could be a good hit for you!