Sunday, March 11, 2012

NIGHTSHADE by Andrea Cremer

From Amazon: Calla is the alpha female of a shape-shifting wolf pack. She is destined to marry Ren Laroche, the pack's alpha male. Together, they would rule their pack together, guarding sacred sites for the Keepers. But then, Calla saves a beautiful human boy, who captures her heart. Calla begins to question everything - her fate, her existence, and her world and the orders the Keepers have asked her to follow. She will have to make a choice. But will she follow her heart if it means losing everything, including her own life?

This book is said to be for ages 14 and up and is the first in a series. 
Rachel's Thoughts: I really enjoyed this book. It's very much a page turner and the world Andrea Cremer creates unfolds with lots of detail, but without boring the reader. I'm also partial to the main character being a strong female with a bit of a predator sense about her. Cremer writes beautifully and I really felt like I could see what the characters were doing at any given moment. I did think that the end of this story was incredibly rushed and at some points confusing. And of course, it being a series, it leaves a few issues open, which is fine because I don't have to wait forever for the next book to be released. :) I gave this book 5 bookmarks.
  
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17 comments:

  1. AubrieMarch 13, 2012 at 5:30 AM

    I love how you point out the good and the bad. I'm not a fan of dark, gritty YA. As a young adult myself I read Secret of the Unicorn Queen! My oh my how times have changed!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    I never thought there was such a thing as an alpha female, but now the book's piqued my interest! :) Thanks for the thoughtful review. It's great read solid reviews based on some background history of the character!

    Btw, congratulations for your anniversary! Love hearing about solid marriages with solid celebrations! Enjoy your evening! ;)

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  3. Gina GaoMarch 27, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    This is a great post. I like how you do reviews and list what you like and don't like.

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  4. Alison MillerApril 10, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    Great review! I've had this on my TBR for a while (along with SO MANY OTHERS!)I may have to track this one down sooner than later. :)

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  5. Ninja GirlApril 11, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    This one has drawn me time and time again, but for some reason I haven't picked it up yet :/ Great review--which makes me want to give another look. Sounds like a great story, and like you, I love a strong female lead.
    Have a great one,
    Ninja Girl

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  6. Veronica and ThomasApril 11, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    I'm going to have to add this to my books I need to read this year! I'm always looking for something new:)

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  7. UnknownApril 29, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    I loved this one! I liked how strong Calla was and how she began to research and think for herself. Shay was a sweet little cutie and Ren was hot as well.

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  8. Ninja GirlMay 23, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    I keep thinking about picking this one up. It's between this or Vincent's "Strays" series. Hmmm...this one always seems to pull me in a little more though. I think it's b/c of the awesome covers lol :)
    Hope you have a great one,
    Ninja Girl

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    1. RachelMay 26, 2012 at 9:02 AM

      Huh. Strays? Never heard of it. Gonna have to check that one out. :)

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  9. AubrieJune 25, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    Thanks for the review! I haven't read this yet but it's on my list!

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  10. UnknownJune 26, 2012 at 9:00 PM

    I finished this awhile back and I really enjoyed the series. I was conflicted with the ending but I loved it.

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  11. UnknownJune 26, 2012 at 9:02 PM

    P.S. How was I not following your blog? Gah! I am now:)

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  12. DeanaJuly 3, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    This book sounds pretty cool. I have heard of it, but hadn't gotten around to finding what it was all about so thanks!

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  13. PriscillaJuly 11, 2012 at 7:07 PM

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  14. Lydia KangJuly 12, 2012 at 5:24 PM

    I haven't read this yet, but it sounds pretty good!

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  15. Carol RiggsJuly 25, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Thanks for the review! I've seen this around, but haven't read it yet. It does sound good! :)

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  16. Charmaine ClancySeptember 22, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    There's been some amazing book cover designs coming out in YA fiction lately!

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