Review: Amid spinechilling tension and electric suspense, are secrets shrouded in a thick veil of intriguing, dangerous mystery.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 5, 2013
Having been blown away by the first installment within this remarkably astonishing series, I was extremely keen to read on and delve back into the story to find the answers to innumerable questions. Left guessing with expectancy, I found part 2 of "Into the Dark" series even more absorbing and hypnotically gripping as shocking drama unfolded. Gutsy heroine Emily falls deeply and irrevocably in love with the charming, gentlemanlike Henry Seadon and with their deepening attachment comes more questions as she desires to know more about him. As the death-defying encounters within alternate worlds heighten to blood-curdling extremes, Emily questions her black-outs and who her protector (the Emissary) really is. Becoming closer to the intriguing Henry and his elite G&T; group presents danger, as the `real' world and the paranormal experiences that nightmares are made of begin to collide until one merges together with the other...One may suspect that Henry Seadon might be the `key' to saving Irene, but as questions present themselves; you are left in limbo wanting to read on. Exploring strong themes such as family, love, loss and being uniquely gifted this extraordinary fast-paced adventure which is full of profound meaning is truly affecting. Deeply addictive and intoxicating, I was unable once again to tear my eyes away from the pages and so lost myself within the most exciting, thrilling tale. Simply stunning and just...WOW, utterly breathtaking like nothing I have encountered within the Young Adult genre before!!I am overwhelmed by how enchanting, magical and truly captivating this series is with the balance of dazzling romance, chilling terror and otherworldly creative vision makes for a rollercoaster of a ride. As more is revealed to you about the alternate universes, the Logician and how both dreams and reality are interconnected, you find yourself empathizing with the main characters even more and delighting in this fantastical creation! Discovering new characters in more depth such as Lucile and Freddy, and Emily's friends Pippa and Will who are colorful and interesting adds to the drama.Mesmerized by the elusive and attractive `Mr. Darcy' type Henry, I found the old-fashioned ideals touching and as charming and appealing as Jane Austen's principles."The fountains mingle with the river,and the rivers with the Ocean,the winds of heaven mix for ever,with a sweet emotion...Nothing in the world is single,All things by a law divine,In one spirit meet and mingle,Why not I with thine"*I was sent an e-copy of "Into the Dark" - part 2, from the author, to read and review*