Hey guys! Welcome to my stop on the Breathe tour! I can't wait to tell you about this book!
(stand alone)
by Elena Dillon
(young adult, contemporary, mystery)
Published: 12-14-12
Publisher: Indie
Kindle: 233 pages Purchase: $2.99 on Amazon (at time of post) 4 stars
Synopsis Jasmine’s life wasn’t normal for a 16 year old girl. It hadn’t been normal since the murder of her older sister, Daisy, two years ago. Her life had been changed forever. The monster that murdered Daisy was never caught. That was the reason her family decided to move away from their hometown in Southern California, to start over. Hopefully in a place where the last name Rourke wouldn’t bring on staring or judgment or morbid curiosity.
In Lafayette, Louisiana things are quite a bit different but in a good way. Good manners, Cajun accents and a whole lot of Southern Hospitality all make her think things are going in the right direction. On top of that the most gorgeous boy she has ever met is interested in her. Her new friends are better than she could have hoped for even if she is worried about what they might think when they find out who she is.
Life would be perfect if odd things didn’t keep happening. Creepy phone calls, texts, and flowers in her locker start adding up quickly to something terrifying. Could the Monster have followed them to Lafayette? Was he coming after her this time? Maybe she was just worrying unnecessarily…or not.
Cover
This cover is okay. I like a lot of artistry on my covers so this one lacks a little for my preference, but I do like the pretty flower. I think in this situation I'd have preferred a person, or a silhouette with a mouth breathing or something, I dunno. There are tons of other options that could have been available to really make this cover stand out.
Characters
Jasmine was such an inspirational character. She's so strong emotionally and I was very impressed with how well she handled situations in the book. There's no way I could have been as strong in her shoes. There wasn't really a character I didn't like. Her new boyfriend is gorgeous and popular, her new friends are awesome and accepting. Okay there were two people I didn't like in the story but you'll catch onto who they are when you read it, because you're going to right? Right.
Story
I was so surprised by this book. I almost didn't get a chance to read this time and was worried that I wouldn't be into it but I was dead wrong. Once I started reading it's like I couldn't stop! The more I read contemporary books, the more I love them. Now that I've read this book, Elena has joined the ranks of the authors I'd read everything by. The characters are loveable, the story is unique and it's just a really hard book to put down in general.
Quote(s)
"Most days I can almost forget someone murdered my sister."
How's THAT for a first line?
And thennn...
Have you read anything by Elena Dillon? Check her out and let me know what you think! You can get this novel for only $2.99 on Amazon right now so take advantage while you can!
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