Review: had potential, but missed the mark
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 02 24, 2012
After reading a few reviews, I was really interested in this series and thought I would love it.  Sadly, I was more disappointed and at this time don't feel a great need to continue with the rest of the series.  I think the author tries too hard to build tension in spots where there really isn't enough suspense or action to move the story along.  I always try to finish a book through, giving it the benefit of doubt that it will get better, but again I don't think Chosen is strong enough or compelling enough at this time.  The story is based on Tracey, a high school junior, relocating to an exclusive school on a remote island.  The island was a former prison and is supposed to hold hidden mysteries.  Tracey is quickly sucked into a clique of friends who are secretly "crystal seekers".  Tracey learns she possesses the power to be a crystal seeker as well, but tries to avoid and/or decline this magical gift. During the story, it never gives a clear grasp on what the magical capabilities are.  Tracey's new friends, as well as the villain in the story are trying to use Tracey in order to achieve greater power and rule the world.  There's an attempt at a bit of a love connection with Tracey and Robb, but I felt that was lacking as well.  Also, the author tries to make the villain(s) more sinister and evil, but I just felt that this missed the mark as well.