Paul Sweeney
(As some of you long-time Café Fashionista readers may recall, Meg shared her Style Secrets with us right here back in March of 2010.)
Like last time, the rules are the same…Throughout the month, you can come back to this original posting, and Discuss the current book club selection in the Comments section, sharing your thoughts on a character you love (or love to hate), memorable quotes or scenes in the book, and the like. Everything is very informal; but I think that it will be a blast, and I hope that you will all join in!
Though she tries returning to the life she knew before the accident, Pierce can't help but feel at once a part of this world, and apart from it. Yet she's never alone . . . because someone is always watching her. Escape from the realm of the dead is impossible when someone there wants you back.
But now she's moved to a new town. Maybe at her new school, she can start fresh. Maybe she can stop feeling so afraid.
Only she can't. Because even here, he finds her. That's how desperately he wants her back. She knows he's no guardian angel, and his dark world isn't exactly heaven, yet she can't stay away . . . especially since he always appears when she least expects it, but exactly when she needs him most.
But if she lets herself fall any further, she may just find herself back in the one place she most fears: the Underworld.
The title has been revealed, now it’s time to read and discuss!
Fashionably yours!
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27 comments
Meg certainly has so many kind of stories in her novels. Great choice!
Cabot really took a twist on this 'old tale'. Cool choice for this month's book.
That John Hayden just might be the devil.
Must request from the library!
Looks like a great conflict going on with this story, definitely a page-turner!
Sounds like an intense read!
xoxox,
CC
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beijos
Wonderful choice!
Nice post!
im going to join in!
xo
MosaMuse
This sounds really good. I think I may dive into it.
Oooh that sounds REALLY good!
I have always wanted to read her books! Looks good, looks really good!
I adore that Sweeney quote. It's so true!
you are so cute, seriously! I am in a book club so I don't really have time to do this as I struggle with making time for my book club's book but I applaud your effort here so sincerely!
Sounds like great!
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Sounds really interesting, also loving that first pic!
You know how I like those dark and mysterious types! Looks intriguing!
this book might be more of my speed. i like the darker side of it.
Sounds like a fascinating read. I may have to get this!
I love the idea of the book club!
I'm going to have to try to get my hands on a copy of this book.
Such a fun idea, Erika! I love Meg Cabot. :)
Must read this!
GWAH!! How did I miss this? I am a Meg Cabbot freak! Although I am pretty behind on her books, but all of the ones I have read, I have loved :)
Sounds like a page turner! Even though this month is already jammed pack with things to do, I'll keep this on the list to read in the not too distant future :)
I'll start the Discussion...
I absolutely love the Buffy/Giles inspiration behind the relationship that has begun to develop between Pierce and Cemetary Sexton Richard Smith. It pays homage to a cult classic; and sets the pace for what will transpire between the two of them as the series progresses.
What are your thoughts so far?
Ah! I devoured this book this past weekend! I love a modern day retelling and this was no exception. I was a little disappointed by how quickly it ended. It felt rushed, but I'm happy that it is one in a trilogy. (Hurry up May!)
I'm conflicted by how I feel about John. Part of me can't stand him. I think maybe my feelings will change as I learn more about him. I just didn't think he was very well developed during this novel.
I am so with you regarding John, Emma! I feel like there is so much more to learn about him. Right now he comes across as being very selfish - he shows concern for others; yet his solutions to problems always seem to be more for him than for anyone else (like repeatedly capturing Pierce). I am so hoping that he will be a larger part of book.
P.S. I thought the ending was a bit rushed, as well. I actually searched for the sequel on my NOOK right after reading the last page - only to realize that it wouldn't be released unil May. Counting down the days now! :)
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