Hush, Hush
by Becca Fitzpatrick
Release Date: October 12, 2009
Nora Grey is a strong-willed girl that doesn't have time to date. She cares about school, her mother, and her best friend Vee. When Nora is paired with Patch as a lab partner, she is immediately repulsed by his arrogance and semi-creepiness. Yet, she seems to have an unexplainable attraction to him. Soon, mysterious and terrifying events leave her not knowing who to trust.
I've seen this book on a few blogs, and it has received many rave reviews. But, as I read the synopsis I was eerily reminded of Twilight, which I thought was awful. A girl that likes a potential killer boy against her better judgement... no thanks!
However... this book surprised me. I could see why Nora was actually conflicted. Yes, she made some dumb decisions. Not being totally open with her mom or proper authorities when she was attacked wasn't the smartest idea. Yet, it ends up actually making sense. The fact that she likes Patch but is actually aware of the fact that he's dangerous for her and makes the conscious decision to stay away is refreshing. And guess what? Nora likes school and spends a lot of time reading and has hobbies.
However, I think the thing I liked best in this book was even though romance was pretty much center stage, there is another plot. One that I couldn't quite figure out. You aren't ever really sure whose side you're on or who can be trusted. And, ultimately, Nora and other characters make real sacrifices.
If you liked Twilight, you'll LOVE this book, guaranteed. If you didn't like Twilight, I don't know that I'd recommend it highly, but it may be worth your while.
Overall I gave it 3 stars.
I'm about 75 pages in right now. Verdict still out. Glad to hear you liked it overall!
ReplyDeleteFirst congratulations on your baby! That is fabulously exciting (despite the not feeling well, boo).
ReplyDeleteAs for Hush, Hush....I've read many reviews about this book where people complain that Nora is not the brightes bulb in the string. All I can think about is...um, yea....she's a teenager with wild raging hormones and huge emotional upheaval in her life. Of course she isn't making sound decisions. Doesn't make her dumb (as some have said in their reviews) just makes her realistic. Even all that aside....some girls are dumb! Especially when intrigued by or in love with a boy. So for me I didn't mind that Nora may have been a bit clueless....in fact I thought it made her somewhat more realistic.
The best part of this book for me (besides Patch since I always go for the bad boys) was that air of mystery you mention. I really enjoyed the fact that I couldn't ever really put a finger on who was good or bad.
I probably wont pick this one up. It sound way too dangerously close to the retard book.
ReplyDeleteI'll probably love it, if I can ever get my hands on it.
ReplyDeleteHey, hope your pregnancy is going well! Ideal time to put your feet up and read, read, read!
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I've seen this one around a lot as well. I enjoyed your review, I'll have to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteI have an award for you at my blog:
http://bookwormnation.blogspot.com/2009/10/heartfelt-award.html
It's funny, I LOVED Twilight and did not like this book at all. I will be reading her next one though! :0)
ReplyDeleteEXCELLENT review! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this book, and the series. I cannot wait to read the last one, Finale.
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