Review: 5 stars and more
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 28, 2013
I've been trying to think of a way to review this book without leaving spoilers.  It's so hard, because there is so much I want to say, but can't.  First off, I loved this book.  I loved Raven and Declan and all the "secondary" characters.  Can't wait for the second book to find out where everyone goes from here.  I am especially interested in seeing how this book's ending impacts Declan and the dynamics of the band, and how Flynn will impact Raven's ability to heal over the summer.  Declan screwed up, and Raven told him what would happen if he chose to go along with the bands wishes- he just didn't hear it.  I keep trying to make excuses for Declan- after what happened to Raven, he could not forgive himself and he was an emotional wreck.  Then he was guilted and pressured into making a decision that he wasn't comfortable with.  However, knowing that the decision was hurting Raven, and even commenting on how he knew Raven was pulling away from him, he still followed the bands wishes.  So honestly, while I understand the pressure Declan was feeling, there is really no excuse- he screwed up and he has to deal with the consequences, no matter how devastating.  I'm not sure how to address Flynn's big revelation, other than to say that it was expected.  I love Flynn, and I want him to be happy...I am not sure that he will find his happiness where he is looking though.  Anyway, this is one of the very few books that I have read that immediately had me longing for the sequel...cannot wait for book 2!