Monday, February 23, 2015

Review: The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer


No one survived but her...

Mara Dyer's past is a blur. In one night, she lost her best friend and boyfriend to a tragic fire that no one dares to discuss. And so her family relocates to a new town, where Mara will come to terms that the past just can't stay hidden.

It was a struggle to link the book to a specific genre, as it kept on changing from mystery to romance to paranormal -- all linked to create what became a trilogy. The main love interest was surprisingly presented as shallow, referred to as ''The Shaw'' a player that no girl should come near, especially one like Mara who is still sensitive due to the incident. But Noah ends up being a bookworm, who cares to integrate her into the new school. Why he needs to maintain a persona is explained in the book, making the story even more climatic.

Looking forward to reading the sequel (blame it on the cliffhanger ending).

4 comments:

  1. Hi,

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    Happy Reading!! Have fun!!

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  2. I LOVE this series! :D Such a good book. I think the first one might be the best in the trilogy. I liked how it was a bit dark for a YA.

    Cayt @ Vicarious Caytastrophe

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    1. I had postponed it for too long. Can't wait to read the sequel!!

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