Entice (Embrace)
In this sequel to Embrace (2012), 17-year-old half-human, half-angel Violet Eden is continuing her Grigori training in an effort to protect humankind from vengeful exiled angels—and still dealing with romantic feelings for fellow Grigori Lincoln. Things heat up when Violet’s exiled adversary and former lover, Phoenix, returns and long-missing Grigori and Exile scriptures are discovered. Violet remains an engaging, contemporary protagonist whose absorbing narrative interweaves intricate mythology, action-suspense, and romantic complexities. Vibrant returning and new characters—including Violet’s pal Steph, Grigori-in-training Spencer, and punk goth Zoe—further enliven the narrative, and the tantalizing ending will leave series readers anticipating the follow-up. Grades 10-12. --Shelle Rosenfeld