Review: Great Beginning!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 12 21, 2011
Title: Silver and Stone: The Bloodlines SeriesAuthor: J.D. ThompsonPublisher: SelfPublication Date: 2011Source: Author (ebook given in exchange for honest review)Cover: The cover does its job and gives you a definite YA wispy vibe.Genre: YA Paranormal Romance. I can't be more specific as to what type of paranormal activity is going on since the book spends a lot of time building up to that, but the premise is more original than most.Plot: This book has a lot going for it. The writing is good, and the beginning to middle of the book keeps you reading and wondering what exactly will happen next. There's an element of mystery that I think a lot of people would enjoy, and for the majority of the book, Alexis is pretty likeable. The premise that frames the story is really original and was one of my favorite macabre parts about the story.Romantic Element: You know I'm a sucker for romance in YA, and this book definitely has it. It did feel a bit rushed to me. I tend to like a long lead-in for these things, but that's personal preference, and other people will find the love interest entertaining. And there's drama. Oh, how I love drama--in books--just thought I'd clarify.Overall: This book has its highs and lows, but definitely has more highs than lows. I think my only slight complaint is pacing. J.D. does an amazing job of it for the majority, but when it comes to the romantic bits and the end itself, I felt a little rushed. BUT the end does set up the next book nicely, making you want more, and overall, I enjoyed it. Fans of YA paranormal romance would be pleased overall with this book as the beginning of a series. And for 99 cents? It'd be hard to ask for more.