Book: Beautiful Creatures
Author(s): Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl
Published: December 1, 2009
Pages: 563
Obtained: Purchased from Wal-Mart
Started Reading on: February 15, 2013
Finished Reading on: March 1, 2013
Summary (brought to you by Goodreads):
Lena Duchannes is unlike anyone the small Southern town of Gatlin has ever seen, and she's struggling to conceal her power, and a curse that has haunted her family for generations. But even within the overgrown gardens, murky swamps and crumbling graveyards of the forgotten South, a secret cannot stay hidden forever.
Ethan Wate, who has been counting the months until he can escape from Gatlin, is haunted by dreams of a beautiful girl he has never met. When Lena moves into the town's oldest and most infamous plantation, Ethan is inexplicably drawn to her and determined to uncover the connection between them.
In a town with no surprises, one secret could change everything
Ethan Wate, who has been counting the months until he can escape from Gatlin, is haunted by dreams of a beautiful girl he has never met. When Lena moves into the town's oldest and most infamous plantation, Ethan is inexplicably drawn to her and determined to uncover the connection between them.
In a town with no surprises, one secret could change everything
Review:
Cover - First of all, I loved this book. Both authors did a fabulous job of bringing their ideas together to create a fantastic storyline. It was hard not to be pulled in to Lena and Ethan's love and their tragic situation. Sadly, the book I purchased had the Movie Cover. This was greatly to my dismay as I really love the original cover.
Cover - First of all, I loved this book. Both authors did a fabulous job of bringing their ideas together to create a fantastic storyline. It was hard not to be pulled in to Lena and Ethan's love and their tragic situation. Sadly, the book I purchased had the Movie Cover. This was greatly to my dismay as I really love the original cover.
Characters - The main characters were nicely developed. I loved the three sisters, Macon, Amma, Link, Ethan, and Lena. And let's not forget about Boo Radley! I did have some conflicting thoughts with a certain character towards the end, but I'm not one to give things away.
Plot - The plot was, in all honesty, slow for me. It felt like it took FOREVER to read this book since normally I can read one in a few days. I also understand that the book To Kill A Mocking Bird was a big theme in the story, especially in the beginning, but in one aspect it seemed unrealistic to me. What are the chances that both Macon and Ethan would compare Macon status in Gatlin to To Kill A Mocking Bird, especially to name their dog after the character Macon supposedly represents. Maybe it's just me.
But there were parts of the plot that were FANTASTIC! I loved how everything links up, and you better understand both of their families as you continue to read. I also love that the story is told from Ethan's perspective. It was quite a relief to take a break from the regular female POV. Though at times he bothered me, I still found him likable.
The writing was beautifully done, descriptive, joyful to read. I loved the southern aspects, and coming from the south, this made the book that much more enjoyable.
Series - If it is unknown to you, this book is the first book in a saga. The three preceding books are already published and released.
Rating - Overall, I would rate this book: 4 stars
I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to read it!
My next review will be on: The Name of the Star by Maurine Johnson
Happy reading!
VF, xoxo
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