by Melissa Marr
ages: 14+
First sentence: “Seth knew the moment Aislinn slipped into the house; the slight rise in temperature would’ve told him even if he hadn’t seen the glimmer of sunlight in the middle of the night.”
I don’t know if it’s me, or the book, or my waning interest in the world, but I just couldn’t get into the story.
I tried; I gave it 150 pages, but everything was so angst-y, and off-kilter and… well, let’s just say that every single character, even Seth and Aislinn, was driving me bonkers.
So, I skipped forward, read the last four chapters to see how it ended, and then bailed. (Hey, at least I know how it ends…)
For more legitimate reviews, check out Becky’s or Softdrink’s or Amy’s.
The Book Nut 
Aw, too bad! I'm really looking forward to these. I haven't read any of them yet.
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Sorry it was a disappointment. And the cover makes it seem so promising.
–Anna
Diary of an Eccentric
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Hi Melissa ~ I just read your commentary on 1800 blogger about a literary community in Wichita. Um, my name is on the wall in the basement of Watermark, does that count? :>
I'm impressed with your reading lists. Many of my writer friends are on your lists.
I'll recommend a newish YA book, IMPOSSIBLE, by my friend, Nancy Werlin. I think you'd like it, based on all the fantasy titles on your list.
As for me, my 50+ published books for young readers are here: http://www.diancurtisregan.com
all best ~ dian in Wichita
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Really? That makes me sad. I have owned this since it came out and STILL haven't read it. I hope I have a better experience with it…
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Is this one part of the Wicked Lovely series. I haven't read them yet, but I thought everyone was loving them! I guess not. 🙂
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No, it's not just you. I did the same thing, complete with reading the ending, only I don't think I lasted 150 pages.
Trisha
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