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Carrier of the Mark by Leigh Fallon
Publisher: HarperTeen
Publication date: October 2011
ISBN: 9780062027870
Source: ARC provided by publisher
When Megan moves to Ireland, all she wants is to fit in for a change. But when the mysterious Adam DeRis catches her eye, she begins to want him too. But their relationship is going to be anything but normal. Can their love survive the forces of nature that are trying to separate them?
Things I Liked:
I really liked the Irish setting and the paranormal aspect was unique enough to keep me reading. I was especially interested in the powers they manifested, though I kept thinking of Captain Planet :) It was fun to learn about the ancient societies and the complicated history Fallon had imagined around these characters. I think the mythos and intricacies of the paranormal powers were the most interesting part of the book and made the read enjoyable (and fast).
Things I Didn't Like:
I have to admit, I was rather disappointed in the plot. The book felt like every other paranormal romance I've read - especially at the beginning with the aloof guy suddenly interested in the new girl and their insta-love. While there was some effort made to explain their immediate attraction, I was still disappointed in the explanation. Megan displayed some good sentiments and didn't act like a moron for much of the book, but her desire to sacrifice all for the love of her life (who she's known for a few months at most) was a little annoying. I guess I'm becoming too skeptical to enjoy these paranormals much anymore.
Read-alikes:
Twilight fans will enjoy it, most likely
Hush, Hush books by Becca Fitzpatrick
Reminded me of Starcrossed by Josephine Angelini
BOOK CONTENT RATINGS:
s-factor: !@
mostly religious exclamations
mrg-factor: X
just kissing and some talk
v-factor: ->
some fighting
Overall rating: ***
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