Originally 4.5 stars

After reading the synopsis I thought that this book would be a typical YA book with no originality whatsoever. The blurb just seemed too bland and didn’t really catch my attention. This is a perfect example of a hidden gem. Creatura was more than just a typical YA novel. Aside from the content itself, the writing was great! I really fell in love with the dialogue, granted by David. It was swoon-worthy, okay?

In Creatura, Isis is plagued by nightmares that are too real and forthright frightening. There’s a creature that stalks her dreams and it isn’t until one night that she decides to confront the creature where everything changes.

Love is a major aspect in this novel. Forbidden love. I really liked that it was a central focal point for the novel because 1) I haven’t read a book that was centered around love in a while, and 2) it wasn’t overly cheesy. Isis tries to not like David, who is the creature from her dreams and also turns out to be a thousand year old deity. That kind of information could really put a damper on someone’s relationship. Their love wasn’t instant nor was it normal. It was gradual, which is why I liked it. It was real and probable. Well, as possible as it could get :P

I also very much liked how Isis set her foot down around David. Where other girls would have completely lost their footing around David, Isis held her ground. She’s a strong girl, especially when it concerned his charm.

One of my favorite things about this novel was the character development. Most (if not all) of the characters were unique in their own right. They flourished and blossomed as the novel progressed. It should be noted that David was one of my favorites, even if he is a tad-bit corny. There’s something about old-timey-wimey speech and character that just makes my heart swoon.

One last aspect of this book that I really enjoyed reading was the family theme centered around both Isis and David. It was real and made me think of the bond I have with my family. That closeness was what made the novel concrete and more than just a story. The emotions and rawness that Cab was able to convey is extraordinary! In part, Cab’s writing is absolutely beautiful. There is never a dull moment. Everything is described beautifully and so fully that I envisioned the scenes playing in my head like a movie.

All in all, I really loved this book. It was different from anything I’ve ever read with just enough romance, mystery, and mythology to spice up any reader’s night! It’s a definite MUST-READ! !!