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"Twins Ember and Dante have finally been trained and educated enough to spend a summer with the humans before they accept their given roles in the dragon organization, Talon. As long as they steer clear of the people who want to kill them, the Order of St. George, and the people who want to corrupt them, the rogues, they should be fine. But during their unforgettable summer, they will learn one thing above all else: nothing is as it seems." Full review at Fresh Fiction: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=48157
Short and Sweet:
Beautiful. Emotional. Brilliant. Loved it!!
To Elaborate...
Do you those books you come across so rarely that punch you in the feels over and over? Not just because the characters are facing a rough time or sad things happen, but also because the writing just speaks to you on such a personal level? This was that kind of book for me. I'm certainly not a dancer looking to be the best, but the writing shot straight to my heart over and over again. It's beautiful and meaningful, and it goes deeper than I ever imagined.
The main couple, Sadie and Luke, are full of so much passion, intensity, emotion, hate, and love that my eyes got so angry they couldn't read about them fast enough (and I read this in a few hours). They are the kind of couple I never want to walk away from. They fight, argue, yell, kiss, and dance with everything they have, and most importantly, they aren't afraid to call bullshit on each other. They are flawed, and they are marvelous.
The game of The Hit List is ridiculously realistic. I'm not sure if the game was inspired by something someone actually tried to do, but it would not surprise me to see it happening anywhere. It makes the reader and the characters take a hard look at gender objectifying, stereotyping, and just plain human hurtfulness. I always rave about books that can spark a much needed discussion, and this is definitely one of them.
I seriously can't recommend this book enough, but I especially recommend it for people who love the movie Center Stage, who like contemporary stories with deep emotion, and for people who might be in search of a book to find meaning in.
Originally posted at I Heart YA Fiction: http://iheartyafiction.blogspot.com/2014/11/review-hit-list-by-nikki-urang.html
Beautiful. Emotional. Brilliant. Loved it!!
To Elaborate...
Do you those books you come across so rarely that punch you in the feels over and over? Not just because the characters are facing a rough time or sad things happen, but also because the writing just speaks to you on such a personal level? This was that kind of book for me. I'm certainly not a dancer looking to be the best, but the writing shot straight to my heart over and over again. It's beautiful and meaningful, and it goes deeper than I ever imagined.
The main couple, Sadie and Luke, are full of so much passion, intensity, emotion, hate, and love that my eyes got so angry they couldn't read about them fast enough (and I read this in a few hours). They are the kind of couple I never want to walk away from. They fight, argue, yell, kiss, and dance with everything they have, and most importantly, they aren't afraid to call bullshit on each other. They are flawed, and they are marvelous.
The game of The Hit List is ridiculously realistic. I'm not sure if the game was inspired by something someone actually tried to do, but it would not surprise me to see it happening anywhere. It makes the reader and the characters take a hard look at gender objectifying, stereotyping, and just plain human hurtfulness. I always rave about books that can spark a much needed discussion, and this is definitely one of them.
I seriously can't recommend this book enough, but I especially recommend it for people who love the movie Center Stage, who like contemporary stories with deep emotion, and for people who might be in search of a book to find meaning in.
Originally posted at I Heart YA Fiction: http://iheartyafiction.blogspot.com/2014/11/review-hit-list-by-nikki-urang.html
"Octavia Leander loves using her blessed medical powers to help those hurt so much that it's nearly impossible for her not to answer the song of someone's injured body. After years of training under Miss Percival, Octavia is sent to a new town via airship. What was once expected to be a relatively short and most painless trip turns into a chaotic adventure full of hidden secrets, intrigue, romance, and uncovered corruption that Octavia never saw coming." Full review at Fresh Fiction: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=49166
"Annie Lucas and her dad love baseball. When an old family friend offers Annie's dad, an old baseball player whose career ended when it barely started due to cancer, Annie and her dad move to Missouri. While there, she meets rookie pitcher and potential bad boy, Jason Brody. While her father coaches him, sparks catch between Annie and Brody, but in the game of love, there's no telling who will strike out and who will hit a home run." Full review at Fresh Fiction: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=49206
"Kamryn Cunningham is royalty to those in the Kentucky derby racing world, and she hates it. Tired of her pushy parents and full of himself fiancé, she leaves for Oregon. Once there, she finally finds the life she always wanted, having a bakery of her own and friends to love. She wasn't focused on love or relationships, but when she meets Brody, it all changes. She feels a connection to him stronger than anything she's felt before and vice versa. The only problem? He's married." Full review at Fresh Fiction: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=49238
"Jessica Gregory has always longed for adventure. After twenty-eight years of playing by the rules other people have set for her, she decides to take a teaching job in Thailand. While there, she finds new friends and a life she never imagined she would have. To further her adventure, she decides to try something even more daring and joins Grant Flynn's crew on their shipping journey across the Indian Ocean. There, Jessica will find love, excitement, and a danger she never expected." Full review at Fresh Fiction: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=49340
*I received a free copy of this book through Goodreads First Reads*
Though there were some parts of this book I wasn't wild about, the writing is just beautiful. Rowell gives Cath such a strong voice, and Cath's journey is very powerful. I didn't wholly like her as a character (which I think isn't necessary to enjoy a book), but I really enjoyed seeing her grow in the story. Her relationships with her sister and father and the others around her are so complex, complicated, and still realistic.
What I really love about this book is the showcase of the common but rarely discussed, awkward introduction to college. Many people go right into college much like her sister, Wren, making quick friends and fitting right in. However, many others feel out of place and uncertain as Cath. Both experiences are equally important and worth attention, and I like how Rowell included them.
Overall, I wasn't blown away by it, but it was still a really good read. I definitely want to pick more of Rainbow Rowell's books after reading this one.
Though there were some parts of this book I wasn't wild about, the writing is just beautiful. Rowell gives Cath such a strong voice, and Cath's journey is very powerful. I didn't wholly like her as a character (which I think isn't necessary to enjoy a book), but I really enjoyed seeing her grow in the story. Her relationships with her sister and father and the others around her are so complex, complicated, and still realistic.
What I really love about this book is the showcase of the common but rarely discussed, awkward introduction to college. Many people go right into college much like her sister, Wren, making quick friends and fitting right in. However, many others feel out of place and uncertain as Cath. Both experiences are equally important and worth attention, and I like how Rowell included them.
Overall, I wasn't blown away by it, but it was still a really good read. I definitely want to pick more of Rainbow Rowell's books after reading this one.
"Ever since Daniel Kaufman was killed in a freak accident, the Kaufman family hasn't been the same. His parents, Kathleen and Curtis, have separated, with Kathleen making peace with her grief and Curtis burying himself in it. Daniel's younger sister, Olivia, knew before his death that she wasn't the star of the family. Now, she hides behind black clothes and hopes for a better future where the ideas of terrible things don't constantly run through her head. As the family struggles to survive after the death of the one they loved so greatly, they will find unexpected sides of their selves they never saw coming." Full review at Fresh Fiction: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=49402
"Dylan loves giving a voice to political causes, even though her parents would rather her sit tight and not make a fuss. After a protest, she lands in jail temporarily and meets football player, Silas Moore. Silas knows the value of hard work, but struggles with feeling like he belongs after a lifetime of living mostly unloved. When the two discover that they may just be what the other needs, sparks fly, but their chemistry may not be enough to solve the problems they've each been running from for years." Full review at Fresh Fiction: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=49412