Review: Captivating first book
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 6, 2014
**Originally written for Book Bliss book blog. I received a copy of the book in exchange for an unbiased and honest review**Review:5 starsGeneral: This is a wonderful book 1 to a series. It had all the elements a book really needs to grab a readers attention and keep them interested in a series. The plot was well paced and entertaining, the characters were likable and the world was quirky and well written. I loved the idea of the Soul Collectors and the Shadowed.The world building is the strongest part of the series as this one essentially leaves you in a cliff hanger, but a good one that is used to build anticipation and not an excuse to not finish the plot up. Every detail was beautifully described and you could tell it was well thought out. The rules to the world were simple and easy allowing you to focus on the characters and the issue at stake as opposed to focusing on the world itself.Characters: Maggie-Maggie is a fun character. She's a little stuck up, but not in a way that annoys you in a way that stems from competition and hard work.  She's a hard worker, very caring and has a past that is dark enough to make you wonder how she came out untouched by it.Ally- Ally absolutely reminds me of Allison from Pretty Little Liars. She's beautiful, rude and essentially feared or hated by everyone around her.Cooper- Cooper was a great "bodyguard". He was attentive, loyal, dedicated and had the hint of a soft spot for his charge. I really enjoyed moments with him. They were tender and sweet.Jackson- Jackson is the final piece. He is the mysterious character and my personal favorite. The connection he has with Maggie felt more real than it did with her and Cooper. It was instant and strong. I'm looking forward to him taking more of the lead and kicking Cooper to the curb a bit!