Review: Review for Dark Whispers
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 19, 2013
This is the second novella to the Spirit Caller Series. I did not read the first book, but received this copy to be reviewed by the author. For the 117 page story, the reader follows Rachel through her trials as a spirit caller and attacks not only on her but other characters of the story.Characters: This novella is written in first person--through Rachel. She has the ability to talk to spirits but this ability does not function as it once did. Rachel is a complex character with a hard past. Many of these sufferings resurface.Plot: Although a short read, the plot centers around Rachel dealing with her past, trying to cope with her biological mother showing up out of nowhere, teenage suicides, and unrequited love. The story--although part of an ongoing series--wraps up nicely but obviously not everything is fully solved. I consider it like watching a TV series and this novella could be one episode.The way the story was written reminded me of a transition from young adult to adult books. The contexts have young adult themes (such as paranormal)/length and some more adult themes (the grittier side - such as the suicides and violence.) The "voice" of the story sounded geared towards young adults in its manner (sometime sarcastic and a voice that "spoke" rather than "described.") Overall, the book kept my interest and was read within one day. If you like paranormal and a fast read you might enjoy this book.[3.5/5 stars]