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Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Need by Carrie Jones

As I began this novel, I thought to myself - new girl in small town... two guys vying for her attention... supernatural creatures... hrm. Remind you of any other popular YA novel?

Although this will appeal big time to Twilight fans, Carrie Jones has her own voice in writing this that really made me not want to put it down for even a minute.

Zara watches her stepfather (more like a real dad to her) die and, to help her gain back her old spunky nature, she is sent to live with her grandmother in Maine. With new friends and love interests, you start to see her gaining life. Her way of coping with grief and life is her obsession over phobias. When caught in sticky situations, she recites them in her head to calm herself down.

The only problem is that her father's death isn't her only problem. There's a creepy man appearing everywhere she goes, ominously pointing at her and leaving only a trail of dust behind him. Not only that, young men are disappearing right and left. With the help of her friends, she finds out the truth behind what is happening and delves deep into finding a solution to keep her friends and family safe.

A definite must read if you like anything paranormal, young adult and semi-romantic.

5/5 Roses

Posted by Kristen at 8:09 PM
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30 comments:

  1. The man following her sounds SUPER creepy! I love that you describe it not as romantic, but semi-romantic.
    This sounds wonderful!
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  2. sounds like a good read and the cover is interesting
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  3. Haha that's what I thought immediately - its amazing how many carbon copies of twilight are popping up everywhere.

    It sounds pretty good though!
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  4. i've read it but i dont have it. it was wayy cool!(:
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  5. This sounds really good. Can't wait to read it! I wonder who the creepy guys is...the curiosity's killing me.
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  6. This one is on my wish list. Sounds like one I would really enjoy reading. I love the unusual plot.
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  7. I've been wanting to read this for quite some time now. It sounds really good and I love the paranormal aspect of it.
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  8. This sounds like a great read! I'm interested to read Jones' take on paranormal!
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  9. Yay! I have been watching this for a while, but I was waiting until it got closer to the release of the second book. Great review, I think I will enjoy this.
    Elie (Ellz Readz)
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  10. Awesome review, I can't wait to read Need! :)
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  11. this sounds creepy! thanks for the review. i am really looking forward to reading it! bekki1820cb at gmail
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  12. Ever since I first heard about this book I've wanted it. Nice concise review. Really looking forward to this one.
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  13. It sounds kind of creepy to me. I really want to read this one especially with the second book coming out.
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  14. Wonderful review! I've heard so much about this book, can't wait to read it!
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  15. Ooh, this does sound creepy, haha, but very intriguing! I can't wait to read this :)
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  16. it does sound creepy...and weird,lol
    But I like weird so it sounds good.
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  17. This sounds interesting, but I'm a little put off by the comparison to Twilight. I hope the main character is stronger than Bella, though I have to admit, I wasn't able to finish Twilight. Just couldn't get into. I might try again later though.

    Love the cover of this book, and I like the synopsis.
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  18. You know that quote about not judging a book by its cover...that's my biggest fault. BUT, the cover of this book has caught my attention and your review makes it sound oh so interesting.
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  19. I just eat up books that combine a little romance with the paranormal. I just hope this is more relatable than Twilight and with a more independent main character.
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  20. This book looks soooo good! I really love the paranormal kick YA books have been given lately. I know some say that Twilight is to blame - I really don't care why - I just love it!
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  21. Another good review for another in the YA lineup, thank you for finding this one for me as a possible TO Buy List addition you make it sound like an interesting reading experience....


    Jackie B Central Texas
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  22. This one really is awesome, it was so addictive when I was reading it. Great review!
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  23. First off, cover envy! Love it, love it, love it! Secondly, from this review and a few others I've seen, it's been on my wish list for a while for many good reasons that you seem to echo....thanks for sharing!
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  25. A great review to go with a beautiful cover :)
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  26. hmmm...I'm really torn. I'm kind of tired of the twilight-ish stories everywhere. we'll see. Thanks for the helpful review!
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  27. I've really been wanting to read this - and before Captivate comes out. Great review!
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  28. Sounds intriguing. I love twilight and anything supernatural.
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  29. I just don't know if it is meant for me to read this book. I waited and waited till it came out on paperback, then tried to order it and it sold out..TWICE! Ugh!!! I loved the cover though and it is still on my reading list. Maybe someday I will get around to this one :)
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  30. wow..this is your first post..cool ;p
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