Review: Stark, relentless and amazingly beautiful!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 1, 2013
Looooooved this book! Loved it even when I hated what was happening in the story. The summary gives you an idea of what to expect, but there's nothing that prepares you for how this author makes you FEEL.It's super dark and intense. Definitely not for everyone. I imagine some people would think it's over the top and too sadistic. The most compelling (and my favorite) character was this uncommonly beautiful yet tortured (literally) man. His story is beyond tragic.You realy can't classify this under any one particular genre. I personally found it romantic, but I admit my idea of romance is a bit twisted. If I'm crying and worried and heartsick, then yeah, I'm thinking the whole thing is romantic. This story was perfect for me. As events unfolded, I cringed and pulled away, and wondered can this really happen? How? What must that feel like? How do you fix this? I was hopeful, I was excited, I was on the edge of my seat with my fingers crossed. It was just brilliant.My reactions were a direct result of how adept the writer is at bringing you into her world. I love books that engage you on a level where your'e so invested that you don't want to stop reading, and even once you finish you're still thinking about it. I waited a full week before writing this review because I just wanted to let it sit for a while before dissecting it. I'm writing a review though because I really want to give the writer her props. This book was worth every penny; I'd have paid hardcover prices and still feel the same. I cannot wait for whatever is up next-- a continuation of this story or whatever else McGowan comes up with.