Plot Sketch: Grace Divine and her brother Jude were really close to their neighbor, Daniel growing up. Not only did they spend a lot of time together, but Grace developed a sort of crush on Daniel. Then things for Daniel started getting hard at home. He ended up moving in with the Divines for a little while. Then something happened, and Grace doesn't know what, but Jude started to hate Daniel. No one told her what happened, and she didn't feel comfortable asking. Daniel left to live with his mother, and they never heard from him again. Well, that is, until Daniel shows up in Grace's art class. Grace is intrigued and secretly follows Daniel around into a world she was wholly unaware of... until now.Verdict: I Heart It! I don't know why, but I just didn't see it coming! I didn't predict the plot, though the twists didn't leave me going "Huh?" or "What the?" The writing was unique. It felt coherent, yet not fluid, and not choppy, a truly enjoyable style for me. The depth that Bree Despain grants her characters and their mythology is amazing. I enjoyed this story and its presentation and recommend that you check it out for yourself. Oh, and not that i didn't like the cover before, but now that I've read the book, I adore it.
The Gauntlet:
At what location does most of the story take place?
MInnesota
What is the main character's name?
Grace Divine
Does I Heart Monster like the main character?
Yes. I think she's got a pretty good head on her shoulders, and I think that the her development and evolution were believable, which always helps.
Which character was I Heart Monster's favorite?
Though I liked Grace, I think Daniel was my definite favorite.
How long did it take I Heart Monster to finish the book?
13 days. Not because of the book, I didn't even pick up any book on 11 of those days... I had some busy busy times.
Did I Heart Monster get stuck at any points in the book? If so, why?
Nope.
Is this a good read for Monster?
I'm not going to put it in Monster's pile, but that's not to say that your guy won't like it.
What, if anything, would I Heart Monster change to make the book more interesting?
I can't single out anything that I would have changed, I really enjoyed it the way it was.
What was I Heart Monster's favorite line?
"Okay, let's put that on our 'Top Ten Things Not to Say While Making Out' list." p. 309
How many chapters were in the book?
28
Stats:
Hardcover: 384 pages
Publisher: EgmontUSA
Publish Date: December 22, 2009
ISBN-10: 1606840576
Acquire It:
Amazon
Book Depository
Changing Hands
Notes:
- Check out Bree's website.
- Read about the songs on Bree's soundtrack for the book.
- Read the first chapter.
- Check out the trailer:
44 comments:
I loved this book because it made me keep guessing and I love the wit in it. 2 thumbs up from me. :)
I've got a copy heading my way within the next fortnight or so, and I can't wait to read it! Glad to see you liked it. :)
Great review! So glad you liked it! I've heard all good things and can't wait to read it myself. From your description it sounds very unique and very interesting.
I know what you mean about busy times. It took me 2 weeks to finish a book I was reading recently and it drove me crazy!
Great review! I LOVED this book. The weird thing though, is that I'm not sure I could say WHY I loved it xD. I just did. The cover, the characters, everything!
I have this book on my wishlist and i really liked your review!
One of my friends read this one and told me she loved it! I'm looking forward to reading it!
This book sounds soo good! It's been on top of my wish list for a while now :)
Great inspection, Shesten! I've been wanting to read this book for SUCH a long time! It sounds so good, and I'm so intrigued about Daniel! I want to know what's up with him! Thank you! :)
This sounds awesome, and what a great favorite line!
Gosh, this entry makes me even jealous to those that have read this book! Been scouring the net to see which blog held contest for this book so now I'm certainly going to enter yours! Thanks for this absolutely great opportunity.
It sounds awesome, I really want to read it
I've heard nothing but high praises for this book!! I want to read this bad and I love the cover too :)
I haven't read this book yet, but I definitely want to. Great inspection!
I love the way you "inspect" the book. It's fun! I can't wait to read it! :)
I'm dying to read this book!! Thanks for reviewing it. :D
This sounds like my kind of read. Thanks for the review.
I have wanted this book for a long time! Great review!
Sounds really good. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I've never actually heard of this author but this sounds SO much like my type of book - it's going on the wishlist ;) Great review :)
Lol. I really liked that favorite line!
I've been waiting to read this forever!
Lol and I really like the favorite line! Makes me want to know what was happening just before it was said :P
Cover is absolutely beautiful.
Ooh, interesting inspection. I love the line you chose...This sounds like an exciting read :D
That was a thorough inspection. I enjoyed reading it.
The book sounds good!
Do you generally rate books with hearting? ;)
I have been looking at this book for a bit. Amazon keeps suggesting it to me. It is wonderful to see a nice review! :)
Great review! I'm definitely going to read The Dark Divine now:o)
Great review! I love the sense of humor in your posts.
Hi! great review! :)
I haven't read the book yet, but I lurve your fave line. I didn't think the book would contain humour but turns out I'm mistaken. Funny how I seem to develop the interest in the book because of its cover and not so much of the plot. Did you appreciate the cover more because it links to the story? I suppose I have to read it first to judge then :)
@Dwayne: Yeah, I totally love the cover more because it blends deliciously with the story. I didn't really appreciate it at all until I was through, and then I looked at the cover and was like, "Oh, now that's a great cover!!" It's sorta sneaky like that!
I'd like to read this book, and I cant's stop saying: I love the cover, I love purple
So that's why I don't get what the legs are supposed to mean...for now :)
Hii well i like the cover jejej but really the story sounds sooo great for the sahpe you decribed it o_O sorry my english sucks, anyway, is nice to know about this book, thank you!
GRRRRRR it sounds good. ill have to get it! if i dont win :]
Sounds good!
Barry Huddleston
I love the main character's name .... Grace Divine!!
This sounds great, I love to read books where the characters are interesting and plot is unpredictable.
I've heard a lot about this book!
Really cannot wait to read it!
Sloujnds like a good book! One I might like to read!
Nice review - I love how you give an overview on the plot without giving away all the plot twists. I have read reviews that had so many spoilers I decided not to read the books afterwards ;)
I agree 100%! Sounds like a great book. :)
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